Looking for your next great Cajun/Creole meal in New Orleans? These new spots will satisfy all your cravings. Take a closer look.
Jack Rose
2031 St. Charles Ave., Central City
Jack Rose is a cocktail bar and Cajun/Creole spot that's located in the Pontchartrain Hotel. Look forward to steak tartare, crawfish bread, escargot and a variety of other fine-dining options.
Jack Rose currently holds 4.5 stars out of seven reviews on Yelp, indicating a warm early reception.
Yelper Jordan L. wrote, "Jack Rose is absolutely to die for. Great drinks, great staff and great vibes. The chicken wings are actually the best I've ever tasted (literally, ever). The views from the Hot Tin rooftop bar are absolutely amazing. Pretty much a given if you're in town if you ask me."
Will M. noted, "Jack Rose lived up to all my expectations for great food, exceptional service, and unique design, and it also nailed that rare, hard-to-define quality: it was a damn good time."
Jack Rose is open from 3 p.m.–10 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, and 11 a.m.–2 p.m. and 3 p.m.–10 p.m. on Friday and Sunday. (It's closed on Monday and Tuesday.)
The Governor Restaurant & Seafood Bar
301 Chartres St., French Quarter
The Governor Restaurant & Seafood Bar is a Cajun/Creole and New American spot that's debuting in French Quarter.
Look forward to the house specials, which include Shrimp Clemenceau, Fried Seafood Supper, Sugar Kettle Roasted Salmon and much more.
The Governor Restaurant & Seafood Bar currently holds four stars out of 13 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Katherine B. wrote, "The Bloody Mary I ordered was excellent — spicy and flavorful without being too overdone. We got the Eggs Pontchartrain and the Eggs Bayou. Both dishes were generously portioned and delicious."
Sharon S. noted, "Thoroughly impressed! The decor and ambiance were on point. Enjoyed the experience and the food. The chicken and waffles with that fig sauce ... wow!"
The Governor Restaurant & Seafood Bar is open from 8 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday and Sunday, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. from Tuesday-Thursday, and 8 a.m.–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Morrow's
2438 St. Claude Ave., Marigny
Morrow's is a Cajun/Creole spot that offers seafood and more. Highlights include the shrimp, catfish and oyster Po'boys, as well as the chef's specials from a different part of the world: Korean barbecue and bibimbap.
With a 3.5 rating out of ten reviews, Morrow's customers are still warming up to this new joint.
Yelper Sharon M., who was one of the first users to visit Morrow's on April 29, wrote, "This was my second time at Morrows. Totally amazing experience each time. I had a taste of everything the first time, but today I had the bomb shrimp and grits. Everything was made to order and fresh!"
Dennis J. noted, "Amazing food ... whoever is in the kitchen definitely knows what they are doing! Not to mention the owner and staff are extremely personable. This will be a spot I frequent."
Morrow's is open from 4 p.m.–10 p.m. on Monday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. from Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m. on Sunday.
