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21 of New Orleans’s Finest Restaurants for Group Dinners and Private Parties

From outdoor barbecue vibes to intimate private rooms, these restaurants are sure to please your group

by Beth D'Addono and Clair Lorell Updated Nov 1, 2022, 12:55pm CDT

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by Beth D'Addono and Clair Lorell Updated Nov 1, 2022, 12:55pm CDT

In charge of lining up a memorable meal for a group this holiday season? While it’s impossible to please all the people all the time, New Orleans offers a wide array of options, from lavish private dining in Creole palaces and hotels to cozy local joints that welcome buy-outs and even authentic dives happy to accommodate. Avoid the same old same old and showcase what’s best about the Big Easy — the group will be grateful.

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Seafood Sally's

Go casual for your next group dinner at Seafood Sally’s, Marcus Jacobs and Caitlin Carney’s charming Oak Street restaurant that’s great for intimate gatherings. The seafood haven takes group reservations of 14 and up, or will rent out the whole space (there’s a mellow, beachy dining room, gorgeous front porch, and cool courtyard) for parties of up to 125. We can’t imagine a better menu to complement the atmosphere.

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8400 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Jacques-Imo's

Local color, down-home Cajun-style food, and a funky atmosphere. Jacques-Imo’s is all that and more Uptown in the Riverbend-Carrollton neighborhood on Oak Street. Situated next to one of the best clubs in town, the Maple Leaf, this local institution definitely makes an impression. There’s a private room for 40 next door, but don’t expect the standard group approach — this place is quirky.

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8324 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Commander's Palace

The turquoise Victorian palace on Washington Uptown is a showstopper of Brennan family hospitality. Reserve the wine room with a chef’s tasting menu for a big wow, maybe with cocktails in the courtyard first? With spacious rooms and two floors filled with seating — plus a back carriage house — Commander’s sets the stage for all kinds of special events.

1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130

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The courtyard at Commander’s.

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Crescent City Steaks

Locally owned, and famous for aged steaks sizzling with butter, Crescent City Steaks is a true New Orleans experience. The Mid City eatery offers two private rooms that can handle from 50 to 100 folks, or buy out the whole joint. The peekaboo booths that flank the dining room are special indeed.

1001 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Central City BBQ

Opened in 2016, this Central City spot housed in a corrugated metal building is known for its custom smokers and pushing creative boundaries, undoubtedly one of the top barbecue spots in town. It also boasts multiple indoor and outdoor private party spaces, like the huge covered patio decked out with string lights that can accommodate up to 50-60 for dinner or the pit room, a colorful, indoor space that holds 12 farmhouse tables.

1201 S Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70113

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Copper Vine

This wine bar and restaurant near the Dome offers a verdant setting for groups up to 175. Copper VIne has two private rooms and a lovely upstairs dining area, along with an outside courtyard that’s always in bloom. The modern menu brings a wide array of small plates to the table, along with American classics informed by local ingredients.

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1001 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70112

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Gris-Gris

Gris-Gris is chef Eric Cook’s homage to Southern hospitality and smart comfort cuisine. Eat at the bar to watch the open kitchen in action. Gris-Gris also boasts the Samedi Room, one of the most unique special event spaces in the city, a two-floor kitchen/dining/sitting room with outside balconies overlooking the city. Don’t miss the daily gumbo simmered to a dark and smoky essence.

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1800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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The Samedi room for group dining at Gris-Gris.

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Palm and Pine

Innovative French Quarter gem Palm and Pine debuted a private dining space last year, an intimate, romantic room that can accommodate 21 people for seated dinner and up to 40 otherwise. The Rampart Room, as it's called, reflects the restaurant’s Louisiana-meets-Caribbean vibe, with dramatic drapes and blue velvet chairs mixing with antique, patinaed mirrors and pretty chandeliers. Seasonal menus blending local flavors with influences from Mexico, Central America, and the islands offer something different.

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308 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70112

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GW Fins

GW Fins is one of the city’s best destinations for fresh, sustainably sourced seafood. The restaurant is large, with groups of up to 275 comfortably welcomed. There’s a small swank dining room for 28 in the mix too.

808 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112

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GW Fins dining room.

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Arnaud's

A fixture on Bourbon Street for more than a century, Arnaud’s is a warren of 17 private dining rooms, two fab bars and and of course dining in the storied Main Dining Room. Expect private rooms dripping with crystal chandeliers, antique furniture, and formal drapes, with service from a tuxedoed waitstaff. Fancy.

813 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112

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Private dining room at Arnaud’s

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Vyoone's Restaurant

Vyoone’s is a Warehouse District destination owned by two dynamic local women with a flair for French-Creole cuisine and beautiful hospitality. Private dining upstairs (note there is no elevator) or in the pretty courtyard delivers intimate settings great for large parties or smaller groups. The vibe here is upscale and intimate.

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412 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard

Broussard’s is a French Creole classic, a New Orleans favorite for nearly a century. The restaurant includes three interior dining rooms, the Empire bar, and an elegant courtyard, where local specialties like shrimp remoulade and Gulf fish amandine command the spotlight. Plan for seated dinners for 20 to 225 and receptions for up to 650 sharing the adjacent Hermann Grima Courtyard.

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819 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70112

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One of three dining rooms at Broussard’s

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La Boca Steakhouse

La Boca is a locals favorite, a fun, festive Argentinian steakhouse in the Warehouse District opened by talented chef Adolfo Garcia and partner Jared Rolls. Great for groups but not necessarily private dining, call to make a reservation for a celebratory meal, and get the skirt steak, skin on or off, and the entraña con piel.

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870 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Justine

This drop-dead gorgeous brasserie in the French Quarter has become a top group dining destination, offering reservations for 20 or a cocktail reception for up to 100. With an over-the-top style and special occasion feel, there are plenty of great backdrops for group photos. On the food side, the menu is shareable and elegant, and the wine list is extensive.

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225 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Justine’s main dining room.

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Brennan's

Treated to a fab redo a few years back, Brennan’s is famous for its bananas Foster flamed tableside. The restaurant has six separate private event areas, with space for 12 to 160 guests. Enjoy drinks in the stunning courtyard, reserve the wine room or bar area, lots of options at the Creole crowd pleaser.

417 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Inside Brennan's — Inside Brennan’s

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Antoine's Restaurant

Tradition rules at this Vieux Carré landmark, founded in 1840. Antoine’s offers 15 formal dining rooms including the popular Rex Room, with its motif of crowns, scepters and Mardi Gras memorabilia. Oysters Rockefeller was created here in 1889, and the menu is still all about rich French Creole cuisine and Gulf seafood. Be sure to order the bread pudding when it comes time to choose dessert.

713 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Inside Antoine's — Inside Antoine’s

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The Grill Room

This swank hotel dining room at the Windsor Court never disappoints. Crisp white tablecloths, fresh flowers, expert service sets a high bar at the Grill Room, where chef Vlad Ahmadyarov can dazzle groups of up to 185 for a standing reception. Three private rooms serve the needs of smaller events.

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300 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Tableau

Tableau doesn’t just offer sweet a number of private dining rooms — a wine room for under 20 people; a private parlor and library that seat a few dozen; and one dining room that can host 40 to 75 — it comes equipped with an entire theater. Just off Jackson Square, Tableau’s seafood-centric menu exudes lots of style and polish.

616 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116

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The wine room at Tableau, seats 6-18 guests.

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Muriel's Jackson Square

Once the 18th century home to Jean Baptiste Destrehan, Muriel’s now offers an intimate series of Victorian dining rooms and bars, including the the decadent Séance Lounge, rumored to be quite haunted. Regional favorites abound, from crawfish and shrimp etouffee to pecan-crusted puppy drum fish and wood-grilled barbecue shrimp. Check out the intimate veranda and the balcony overlooking Jackson Square.

801 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116

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Cafe Sbisa

Originally opened in 1899, this classic French-Creole restaurant is run by the talented Alfred Singleton, serving an old-school menu for dinner and brunch, with classics like turtle soup, shrimp remoulade, and some of the best crab cakes in town. Host private events throughout the first and the second floor or dine with a group on the patio; if it’s a smaller party, be sure to try for a table on the intimate balcony.

1011 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116

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New Orleans Art Bar

This Marigny hotspot with a hidden backyard oasis hosts private events, with the added bonus of providing guests with an indoor art gallery and the opportunity to browse works by well-known and emerging Black writers and artists before heading out back. Inquire here.

2128 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116

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Seafood Sally's

8400 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Go casual for your next group dinner at Seafood Sally’s, Marcus Jacobs and Caitlin Carney’s charming Oak Street restaurant that’s great for intimate gatherings. The seafood haven takes group reservations of 14 and up, or will rent out the whole space (there’s a mellow, beachy dining room, gorgeous front porch, and cool courtyard) for parties of up to 125. We can’t imagine a better menu to complement the atmosphere.

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8400 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Jacques-Imo's

8324 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Local color, down-home Cajun-style food, and a funky atmosphere. Jacques-Imo’s is all that and more Uptown in the Riverbend-Carrollton neighborhood on Oak Street. Situated next to one of the best clubs in town, the Maple Leaf, this local institution definitely makes an impression. There’s a private room for 40 next door, but don’t expect the standard group approach — this place is quirky.

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8324 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Commander's Palace

1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130

The turquoise Victorian palace on Washington Uptown is a showstopper of Brennan family hospitality. Reserve the wine room with a chef’s tasting menu for a big wow, maybe with cocktails in the courtyard first? With spacious rooms and two floors filled with seating — plus a back carriage house — Commander’s sets the stage for all kinds of special events.

1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130

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The courtyard at Commander’s.

Crescent City Steaks

1001 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Locally owned, and famous for aged steaks sizzling with butter, Crescent City Steaks is a true New Orleans experience. The Mid City eatery offers two private rooms that can handle from 50 to 100 folks, or buy out the whole joint. The peekaboo booths that flank the dining room are special indeed.

1001 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Visit Website

Central City BBQ

1201 S Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70113

Opened in 2016, this Central City spot housed in a corrugated metal building is known for its custom smokers and pushing creative boundaries, undoubtedly one of the top barbecue spots in town. It also boasts multiple indoor and outdoor private party spaces, like the huge covered patio decked out with string lights that can accommodate up to 50-60 for dinner or the pit room, a colorful, indoor space that holds 12 farmhouse tables.

1201 S Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70113

Visit Website

Copper Vine

1001 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70112

This wine bar and restaurant near the Dome offers a verdant setting for groups up to 175. Copper VIne has two private rooms and a lovely upstairs dining area, along with an outside courtyard that’s always in bloom. The modern menu brings a wide array of small plates to the table, along with American classics informed by local ingredients.

Open in Google Maps

1001 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Visit Website

Inside Copper Vine

Gris-Gris

1800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Gris-Gris is chef Eric Cook’s homage to Southern hospitality and smart comfort cuisine. Eat at the bar to watch the open kitchen in action. Gris-Gris also boasts the Samedi Room, one of the most unique special event spaces in the city, a two-floor kitchen/dining/sitting room with outside balconies overlooking the city. Don’t miss the daily gumbo simmered to a dark and smoky essence.

Open in Google Maps

1800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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The Samedi room for group dining at Gris-Gris.

Palm and Pine

308 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Innovative French Quarter gem Palm and Pine debuted a private dining space last year, an intimate, romantic room that can accommodate 21 people for seated dinner and up to 40 otherwise. The Rampart Room, as it's called, reflects the restaurant’s Louisiana-meets-Caribbean vibe, with dramatic drapes and blue velvet chairs mixing with antique, patinaed mirrors and pretty chandeliers. Seasonal menus blending local flavors with influences from Mexico, Central America, and the islands offer something different.

Open in Google Maps

308 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70112

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GW Fins

808 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112

GW Fins is one of the city’s best destinations for fresh, sustainably sourced seafood. The restaurant is large, with groups of up to 275 comfortably welcomed. There’s a small swank dining room for 28 in the mix too.

808 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Visit Website

GW Fins dining room.

Arnaud's

813 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112

A fixture on Bourbon Street for more than a century, Arnaud’s is a warren of 17 private dining rooms, two fab bars and and of course dining in the storied Main Dining Room. Expect private rooms dripping with crystal chandeliers, antique furniture, and formal drapes, with service from a tuxedoed waitstaff. Fancy.

813 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Visit Website

Private dining room at Arnaud’s

Vyoone's Restaurant

412 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Vyoone’s is a Warehouse District destination owned by two dynamic local women with a flair for French-Creole cuisine and beautiful hospitality. Private dining upstairs (note there is no elevator) or in the pretty courtyard delivers intimate settings great for large parties or smaller groups. The vibe here is upscale and intimate.

Open in Google Maps

412 Girod St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Visit Website

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Vyoone’s (@vyoones)

Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard

819 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Broussard’s is a French Creole classic, a New Orleans favorite for nearly a century. The restaurant includes three interior dining rooms, the Empire bar, and an elegant courtyard, where local specialties like shrimp remoulade and Gulf fish amandine command the spotlight. Plan for seated dinners for 20 to 225 and receptions for up to 650 sharing the adjacent Hermann Grima Courtyard.

Open in Google Maps

819 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Visit Website

One of three dining rooms at Broussard’s

La Boca Steakhouse

870 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130

La Boca is a locals favorite, a fun, festive Argentinian steakhouse in the Warehouse District opened by talented chef Adolfo Garcia and partner Jared Rolls. Great for groups but not necessarily private dining, call to make a reservation for a celebratory meal, and get the skirt steak, skin on or off, and the entraña con piel.

Open in Google Maps

870 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Visit Website

Justine

225 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130

This drop-dead gorgeous brasserie in the French Quarter has become a top group dining destination, offering reservations for 20 or a cocktail reception for up to 100. With an over-the-top style and special occasion feel, there are plenty of great backdrops for group photos. On the food side, the menu is shareable and elegant, and the wine list is extensive.

Open in Google Maps

225 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Visit Website

Justine’s main dining room.

Brennan's

417 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Treated to a fab redo a few years back, Brennan’s is famous for its bananas Foster flamed tableside. The restaurant has six separate private event areas, with space for 12 to 160 guests. Enjoy drinks in the stunning courtyard, reserve the wine room or bar area, lots of options at the Creole crowd pleaser.

417 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Inside Brennan's — Inside Brennan’s

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Antoine's Restaurant

713 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Tradition rules at this Vieux Carré landmark, founded in 1840. Antoine’s offers 15 formal dining rooms including the popular Rex Room, with its motif of crowns, scepters and Mardi Gras memorabilia. Oysters Rockefeller was created here in 1889, and the menu is still all about rich French Creole cuisine and Gulf seafood. Be sure to order the bread pudding when it comes time to choose dessert.

713 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Visit Website

Inside Antoine's — Inside Antoine’s

The Grill Room

300 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA 70130

This swank hotel dining room at the Windsor Court never disappoints. Crisp white tablecloths, fresh flowers, expert service sets a high bar at the Grill Room, where chef Vlad Ahmadyarov can dazzle groups of up to 185 for a standing reception. Three private rooms serve the needs of smaller events.

Open in Google Maps

300 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Visit Website

Tableau

616 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116

Tableau doesn’t just offer sweet a number of private dining rooms — a wine room for under 20 people; a private parlor and library that seat a few dozen; and one dining room that can host 40 to 75 — it comes equipped with an entire theater. Just off Jackson Square, Tableau’s seafood-centric menu exudes lots of style and polish.

616 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116

Visit Website

The wine room at Tableau, seats 6-18 guests.

Muriel's Jackson Square

801 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116

Once the 18th century home to Jean Baptiste Destrehan, Muriel’s now offers an intimate series of Victorian dining rooms and bars, including the the decadent Séance Lounge, rumored to be quite haunted. Regional favorites abound, from crawfish and shrimp etouffee to pecan-crusted puppy drum fish and wood-grilled barbecue shrimp. Check out the intimate veranda and the balcony overlooking Jackson Square.

801 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116

Visit Website

Cafe Sbisa

1011 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116

Originally opened in 1899, this classic French-Creole restaurant is run by the talented Alfred Singleton, serving an old-school menu for dinner and brunch, with classics like turtle soup, shrimp remoulade, and some of the best crab cakes in town. Host private events throughout the first and the second floor or dine with a group on the patio; if it’s a smaller party, be sure to try for a table on the intimate balcony.

1011 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116

Visit Website