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Arnaud’s

A legendary Louisiana Creole institution established in 1918, Arnaud’s offers fine dining, a James Beard Award-winning cocktail bar, and a unique museum dedicated to the history of New Orleans Mardi Gras.

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What is Arnaud’s known for?

Arnaud’s is a historic New Orleans fine-dining institution established in 1918 that serves traditional New Orleans and Louisiana Creole cuisine. It is also known for its French 75 Bar, which earned a James Beard Award, and for housing a museum of New Orleans Mardi Gras.

What are the hours?

Dinner is served Monday through Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday lunch is available from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and Sunday jazz brunch is served from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

What kind of food do they serve?

The restaurant serves traditional New Orleans and Louisiana Creole cuisine, with a kitchen that emphasizes traditional Creole fare, classic French recipes, and locally sourced ingredients.

Do I need a reservation?

Reservations are available for dinner, Friday lunch, and Sunday jazz brunch. However, the Sunday French 75 brunch is for walk-ins only. For parties of five or more, a credit card is required to hold the reservation, and a 24-hour cancellation policy is enforced.

Where is it located?

Arnaud’s is located at 813 Rue Bienville in the historic Vieux Carré (French Quarter) of New Orleans, Louisiana.

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What to know

Arnaud’s is a cornerstone of the historic Vieux Carré, operating as a fine-dining institution for more than 100 years. Established in 1918, this Louisiana Creole restaurant is recognized as one of the oldest and most famous dining destinations in New Orleans. Located at 813 Rue Bienville, it continues to define the city's culinary landscape by blending tradition with elegance. The kitchen, led by Chef de Cuisine Tommy DiGiovanni for over 27 years, focuses on traditional New Orleans cuisine. The menu is rooted in classic French recipes and traditional Creole fare, utilizing locally sourced ingredients to honor the historic culture of the city. Visitors can experience these flavors during dinner, Friday lunch, or the celebrated Sunday jazz brunch. Beyond the dining room, the establishment houses the French 75 Bar, which earned a James Beard Award. This space features a vintage bar and bar-back custom-built in the late 1800s. Originally a gentlemen-only area, the space was known as The Grill Bar after a March 1979 reopening before being renamed the French 75 Bar in 2003 to emphasize premium spirits and classic cocktails. Adding to its cultural appeal, Arnaud’s includes a museum of New Orleans Mardi Gras, allowing guests to explore the city's festive heritage alongside their meal. The restaurant maintains a business casual dress code, ensuring a refined atmosphere that matches its century-long legacy in the French Quarter.

Visitor tips

  • Book in advance for dinner (5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) or Sunday jazz brunch (10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.).
  • Visit the Sunday French 75 brunch if you prefer a walk-in-only experience.
  • Note that parties of five or more require a credit card to hold the reservation and are subject to a 24-hour cancellation policy.
  • Adhere to the business casual dress code to ensure entry.

Nearby context

Situated at 813 Rue Bienville, Arnaud's is a landmark of the Vieux Carré, placing it in the heart of the French Quarter's most historic district.

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