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Jacques-Imo's CafevsGautreau's Restaurant
Both establishments are endorsed by experts. On balance, Gautreau's Restaurant is the choice of most writers compared to Jacques-Imo's Cafe. Gautreau's Restaurant ranks #8 in New Orleans with approval from 11 sources such as Not For Tourists, Gayot and Zagat.
Jacques-Imo's Cafe
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8324 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118-2044
From $20/night
Fodor's "Oak Street might look like any other sleepy urban thoroughfare by day, but once the sun sets the half-block stretch containing Jacques-Imo's Cafe feels like the center of the universe." Full review
Zagat4.5
"A "Mardi Gras atmosphere" rolls year-round at this Carrollton "dive-chic" destination where "jolly" chef-owner/ringmaster Jacques Leonardi turns out "inventive", "crave-able" plates." Full review
BlackBook "Chef/owner Jacques Leonardi runs this energetic asylum as an extension of his eccentric personality."
Gayot13.0
"Chef-owner Jack Leonardi's cooking gives Jacques-Imo's menu a split personality: half of the dishes are authentic Creole while the other half are creative takes on the cuisine." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This popular restaurant serves Creole and Cajun specialties at reasonable prices."
Rough Guide "This cheery, noisy uptown restaurant is the perfect place to fill up before a gig at the Maple Leaf, and well worth a trip any time."
Frommer's "We used to be really big fans of this local favorite, a funky, colorful neighborhood joint next door to the Maple Leaf that the natives love." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A small round sign advertising warm beer, lousy food, and poor service marks the location of this lively uptown eatery." Full review
Not For Tourists "Crowded and quirky. Try: Godzilla meets fried green tomatoes."
Where "In a city of quirky restaurants, Jacques-Imo’s takes the cake." Full review
Gautreau's Restaurant
Concierge Fodor's Travel + Leisure Zagat BlackBook Gayot DK Eyewitness Frommer's Not For Tourists
Bon Appétit
1728 Soniat St, New Orleans, LA 70115
From $0/night
Concierge "Sue Zeminack... is precise in execution and far-reaching in influence."
Fodor's "At Gautreau's, even the simple roasted chicken satisfies, and everyone should indulge in the caramelized banana split at least once." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Named James Beard Award "Rising Star" Finalist in 2011, Zemanick is known for her signature duck confit with German potato salad." Full review
Zagat4.8
"The "elite meet" at this "secluded" Uptown bistro for chef Sue Zemanick's "elegant", "inspired" New American–New French cooking backed by an "outstanding little wine list"." Full review
BlackBook "The jewel of Uptown restaurants, Gautreau's serves subtly intoxicating French cuisine in an intimate, gilded setting."
Gayot16.0
"New Orleans' French heritage is nicely represented in the understated bistro-like ambience." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This upscale neighborhood eatery always keeps a professional staff. Chefs seem to earn accolades here and then move on – making way for more young talent."
Frommer's "Tucked away in a residential Uptown neighborhood, with no signage to speak of, is this favorite local hideaway." Full review
Not For Tourists "No sign. Expensive. One of the best."
Bon Appétit "For that quiet night out with the grownups." Full review
