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Emeril's DelmonicovsBayona
Both Emeril's Delmonico and Bayona are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Bayona is preferred by most professionals compared to Emeril's Delmonico. Bayona is ranked #1 in New Orleans with recommendations from 11 sources including BlackBook, Frommer's and Forbes Travel Guide.
Emeril's Delmonico
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Not For Tourists
Where
1300 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $60/night
Fodor's "The atmosphere is lush, with high-ceiling dining spaces swathed in upholstered walls and superthick window fabrics, and the food is decadent." Full review
Frommer's "In theory this is Emeril's more traditionally Creole restaurant, but in reality it's a beautifully renovated space where we've had some mighty fine meals." Full review
Zagat4.4
"Emeril Lagasse "hits it out of the park" at this "elegant" "restoration" of a Lower Garden District landmark (est. 1895) where "skilled hands in the kitchen" craft "luscious" Creole "art"." Full review
BlackBook "Without a doubt the best of the Emeril's New Orleans eateries, Delmonico plates up a bevy of traditional favorites."
Gayot15.0
"Creole classics are the theme at Delmonico, but don't be surprised by a good bit of the modern-day snap for which proprietor Emeril Lagasse is known." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This historic New Orleans restaurant came under Emeril’s wing at the turn of the millennium, and he has made great strides in renovating the grand old place."
Michelin Guide "Located on the edge of the Garden District Delmonico features such updated classics as crabcakes with mango butter and cucumber kimchi."
Not For Tourists "New Orleans institution taken over by Emeril. Humongous wine list."
Where "Located on the St. Charles streetcar line, this elegant circa-1895 restaurant now serves chef Emeril Lagasse’s modern takes on Creole classics." Full review
Bayona Fodor's
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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."
