3 Charming and Romantic Restaurants in New Orleans

I feel the light breeze across my face as a hint of Creole spice fills the air. My foot is tapping to the light jazz that’s playing in the background and it seems like the birds are chirping to the rhythm as well. Laughter and conversation are being shared across tables in the courtyard and glasses are clinking as memories unfold.

If that doesn’t charm the pants off you, I don’t know what will!

Here are a few of our favorite romantic restaurants in New Orleans. Bon appétit!

Napoleon House – Old World Charm

Located in the historical French Quarter, the Napoleon House radiates old world charm and nostalgia of yesteryear. The name derived by the local legend that Napoleon Bonaparte was invited to New Orleans to spend his days in exile.

I can’t help but wonder, what his impact would have been if he ever made it to the Crescent City.

Stepping in the long-standing structure built in 1794, is truly like stepping back in time. The battered walls display old portraits and lanterns hang from the ceiling.

Sip on a Pimm’s Cup in the quaint courtyard, while your worries fade away listening to classical music. Make sure to try other local favorites such as a warm muffuletta sandwich and jambalaya.

There are so many unforgettable experiences in NOLA, if it’s your first trip make sure to read our article, The Best Things to Do for a First Timer. 

500 Chartres Avenue, New Orleans, LA

Napoleon House in New Orleans, one of the most romantic restaurants in New Orleans.
Inside the Napolean House you can feel the history.

Get Your Guide is a great company that offers discounted tours and attraction tickets. One of the most unique tours out of New Orleans is the Voodoo and Cemetery Tour which is a two hour walking tour to explore the Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau’s final resting place and learn all about the City of Dead. Did you know you cannot access St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 without a guide? If you book through our site, at no additional cost to you, you’ll help us support the blog since we receive a small commission.

Other fun New Orleans tours they offer:

Court of Two Sisters – Magical Courtyard

The atmosphere at the Court of Two Sisters is beyond delightful; it’s one of our top choices for most romantic restaurants New Orleans French Quarter. Beautiful blooming flowers are on display along the walls, a water fountain trickles in the back corner, all under a canvas of interlocked vines in the courtyard.

Make sure to touch the “Charm Gate” when entering for the gift of charm to bestowed upon you. The gates were wrought in Spain and blessed by Queen Isabella especially for The Court of Two Sisters. 

Sample New Orleans fare such as turtle soup, shrimp etouffee, chicken gumbo and bananas foster. A jazz brunch is offered every day from 9 am – 3 pm. 

613 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA

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Court of Two Sisters in New Orleans, one of the most romantic restaurants in New Orleans. Dine under a canopy of trees in an open courtyard.
Canopy of Trees in the Court of Two Sisters

Bacchanal Wine – Bywater Hidden Gem

Bacchanal is located on a quiet corner in the eclectic Bywater neighborhood. Grab a bottle of wine at the front shop and hang with the locals on the outdoor patio. It’s a fabulous place for conversation with the backdrop of local jazz.

Your own cheese plate creation, mussels saturated in a garlic and saffron sauce, or a braised pork shoulder cooked with a rose wine are just some of the options on the menu. Live music is featured every day and is only for the 21 and older crowd.

Find other hidden gems like Bacchanal in our article, Beyond Bourbon Street

600 Poland Avenue, New Orleans, LA

Bacchanal in New Orleans, one of the most charming restaurants in New Orleans.
Outdoor patio at Bacchanal

If you are looking for a fun attraction check out our post about New Orleans Mardi Gras World!

Thank you New Orleans CVB and its associates for hosting me at the Court of Two Sisters. All thoughts and opinions, however, are my own.

What are your favorite romantic restaurants in New Orleans?

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Angela E. is a travel writer from the Chicagoland area who has visited all 50 states in the US and has traveled extensively around the world. She is passionate about exploring the great outdoors and hiking in particular. Her love for nature has taken her to some of the most beautiful locations on the planet. She has written extensively about her travels on her own website, Dang Travelers, and has been published in collaboration with other travel websites and multiple visitor bureaus around the country.

6 Responses

  1. Ashley @ The Wandering Weekenders

    I 100% agree with you about A Court Of Two Sisters being one of the most charming restaurants in New Orleans. Not only is the courtyard fantastic and the food delicious, but you can’t beat the jazz brunch!

  2. Chris Travels

    I have heard about the many wonderful things that make New Orleans a “must see” city in the states, but have yet to experience it first hand. Your vivid descriptions leave me hoping I get the chance to find out for myself all it has to offer one day! (Ironically, just today I found out what the dessert “bananas foster” is from my sister who had it for her birthday! I’d never heard of it before and then you mentioned it on your post the same day!)

    • Dang Travelers

      New Orleans is an energetic, one-of-a-kind city so hopefully you do get to visit at some point. There are so many different types of things to do there, it’s a shame most people equate it to a party city. Yes, bananas foster is a popular dessert in NOLA. I had never heard of it either before visiting there!

  3. Scott

    My go-to NoLa restaurant is Mandina’s. One of the last “neighborhood” restaurants, it is a classic. Probably a little too hustle bustle to be charming, but the food is perfectly executed. Hard to decide which is my fave – trout meunière or the fried soft shell crabs when in season. Try it next time.

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