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HerbsaintvsBayona
Herbsaint and Bayona are both praised by experts. Overall, Bayona scores slightly higher than Herbsaint. Bayona comes in at #2 in New Orleans with approval from 12 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Zagat and Not For Tourists.
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701 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130-3713
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Concierge "Chef Donald Link started his local empire with this gem of a bistro... His trademark small plates balance substance with finesse, while his excellent cocktail selection predated the mixology craze."
Fodor's "Chef Donald Link (also of Cochon and Cochon Butcher) turns out food that sparkles with robust flavors and top-grade ingredients at this casually upscale restaurant." Full review
Lonely Planet "This may cause a riot, but Herbsaint’s duck and andouille gumbo might be the best restaurant gumbo in town." Full review
Zagat "Chef/co-owner Donald Link (Cochon) "makes you swoon" with his "refined yet joyous" New American–New French cooking at this Warehouse District "delight"." Full review
BlackBook "Donald Link's popular restaurant melds the dirty rice traditions of Cajun cooking with the elegance of French cuisine."
Gayot15.0
"Chef Donald Link is a true culinarian who has never lost his intense focus on authentic Cajun cuisine." Full review
DK Eyewitness "There is simply nothing better than a menu that showcases quality ingredients paired thoughtfully, and that is the case with every dish at this elegant bistro."
Times-Picayune "The restaurant is operated by Link Restaurant Group, the company founded by Donald Link, one of New Orleans' most prominent chefs." Full review
Not For Tourists "Explorative, approachable cuisine rooted in NOLA's refined culinary tree."
Where "One of the city's premier fine dining spots." Full review
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430 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70112-3406
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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."
