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BayonavsCoquette
Both restaurants are praised by professional reviewers. Overall, Bayona scores significantly higher than Coquette. Bayona ranks #2 in New Orleans with recommendations from 12 reviews including DK Eyewitness, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Bayona
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Zagat
BlackBook
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Forbes Travel Guide
Gayot
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430 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70112-3406
From $31/night
Fodor's "A legendary favorite at lunch is the sandwich of smoked duck, cashew peanut butter, and pepper jelly." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Bayona is a great splurge in the Quarter. It's rich but not overwhelming, classy but unpretentious, innovative without being precocious." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Hailed by Food and Wine as among the "best of the best," Executive Chef Susan Spicer has done wonders at Bayona." Full review
Zagat4.6
"Dishes with "creative" Contemporary Louisiana twists are complemented by a "top-notch wine list" and delivered to the table with "grace"." Full review
BlackBook "It's not clear whose ass got kicked, but what was once becoming a place to avoid has reemerged as one of Nola's best restaurants."
DK Eyewitness "Renowned chef Susan Spicer lives up to all expectations here at her flagship restaurant. The service, setting, and menu embody elegance."
Rough Guide "Splendid, romantic and upmarket restaurant – the lovely courtyard feels more relaxed than the formal dining room."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"A little slice of the romantic Mediterranean awaits you at Bayona, a jewel of a restaurant tucked into a 200-year-old Creole cottage in the heart of the French Quarter." Full review
Gayot14.0
"Chef Susan Spicer has been a household name in New Orleans for about a quarter of a century, especially because of her signature restaurant, Bayona." Full review
Not For Tourists "Consistently in the top ten. Try the sweetbreads."
Coquette Fodor's Lonely Planet Zagat BlackBook Gayot
Afar Magazine Not For Tourists
Where
Frommer's
2800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115-2229
From $30/night
Fodor's "Every neighborhood needs a hangout, and the dwellers of the Garden District's elegant mansions tend to spend their time at this fabulous corner bistro." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"A bright and beautiful addition to the crowded Magazine St eating scene, Coquette mixes up wine bar ambience with friendly service and a bit of white linen." Full review
Zagat ""Farm-to-table without being ostentatious about it", this "chic" Garden District bistro by chef/co-owner Michael Stoltzfus impresses a "young, trendy" clientele." Full review
BlackBook "This romantic Magazine Street bistro is a respite from the rancor, and a perfect spot for a couple who wouldn't mind actually hearing what each other had to say."
Gayot12.0
"There are any number of reasons to seek out this largely unsung gem, not the least of which is owner Mike Stoltzfus, former sous chef at Restaurant August under chef John Besh." Full review
Afar Magazine "Exposed brick, dark wood and plenty of natural light beget the handsome space at Coquette, which occupies an unassuming corner on Magazine Street in the tony Garden District." Full review
Not For Tourists "Elegant welcoming bistro with food to match."
Where "Coquette, where chef Michael Stoltzfus’ menu changes daily but is always stellar with standouts like the must-have crab cakes and decadent chocolate beignets making repeat appearances." Full review
Frommer's "The main room is small and tables are set close, so do make reservations and bring your loud restaurant voice." Full review
