Luke Restaurant

Luke Restaurant Reviews

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• Jumbo Louisiana Shrimp was really delicious!

  by Karolina V

  
  

• Duck and drumfish entrees were incredible!! Great wine selection as well!

  by LeFlore B.

  
  

• good place for oysters

  by Casey B

  
  

• The Shrimp & Grits and the Gumbo are ON POINT. I had both in one sitting and I'd do it again. And again. And again. Twice.

  by Antoine T.

  
  

• Love the interior vibes! The stuffed oyster and soft shell crab blt is freaking tasty. That sauce 🙀

  by Connie Chiu

  
  

• Flammenkuchen!!! You must!

  by Elie K.

  
  

• Everything is so good!!! It's 50 bucks each but worth it

  by Impe S

  
  

• Perfect breakfast

  by Krzysztof D

  
  

• Try the Brussels sprouts on hors d'oeuvres menu. Absolutely fantastic. With a cup of gumbo.

  by David A

  
  

• The French 75 is delicious! Crafted with cognac rather than the traditional gin. I highly recommend it!

  by Juhmad H.

  
  

• Oysters, fruits de mer, happy hour, shrimp and grits

  by Emily E.

  
  

• Great oyster!! Amazing taste and really big ones!

  by Amália L

  
  

• Chicken biscuit sandwich for breakfast was outstanding.

  by Allison K.

  
  

• Everything was phenomenon. I think the Russell sprouts were my favorite.

  by Steph B

  
  

• Seafood tower is amazing! Loved the shrimp, oysters, crab, and mussels

  by Caroline Rubin

  
  

• This place rocks! Best food I had in NO. Shrimp and grits and bread pudding. Amazing!

  by Jose M.

  
  

• Happy hour 3 to 6 Best raw bar! Oysters are phenomenal! Must try the Brussels sprouts !!

  by Tisha j

  
  

• Great food and great service

  by Paolo B.

  
  

• Raw seafood, cocktails, service

  by Robert D

  
  

• Raw & fried oysters were delicious!

  by Melissa B.

  
  

• The raw oysters were delicious! The fried oysters might be the best I've ever had! Delicious!

  by Melissa B.

  
  

• Oysters are amazing, as is the nightly bar menu and brunch. The shrimp and grits are SO good!

  by Hannah G.

  
  

• Amazing Stuffed P&J Oysters

  by Alvar J

  
  

• Great restaurant for a group also good for dates.

  by Roderick F.

  
  

• Do not go here, they can't get their act together and are not accommodating.

  by Jaime S.

  
  

• Great brunch and cool atmosphere.

  by Roger Willis

  
  

• The staff is amazing and the Luke burger is really good and fulfilling!

  by Taira

  
  

• Brussels sprouts are the best in the universe

  by Joe H.

  
  

• Good food and service was great too.

  by Phyllis Schneider

  
  

• The best Shrimp & Grits on the planet!!!!

  by Debra K

  
  

• Brunch was good - make sure to try the pb&j oysters!

  by Jeffrey æ

  
  

• A 30 minute grace period for reservations? Really?!

  by Cam B.

  
  

• Crab bisque, steak and dessert

  by Charles L.

  
  

• Solid choice near the Quarter.

  by Greg Schuler

  
  

• Happy hour oysters with a side of fries. Burger is legit and good to share with another. Cocktails are consistently good

  by Ashley

  
  

• Stumbled upon this restaurant while in NOLA from Monroe and loved everything on the breakfast menu.

  by Byron S

  
  

• Try the Shrimp Cavatelli Etouffee (via @Foodspotting)

  by Laura R.

  
  

• Try the Heirloom Tomato Salad (via @Foodspotting)

  by Laura R.

  
  

• Try the "Gâteau Basque" (via @Foodspotting)

  by Laura R.

  
  

• Try the Bourbon Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee (via @Foodspotting)

  by Laura R.

  
  

• Try the Stuffed P&J Oysters (via @Foodspotting)

  by Laura R.

  
  

• Shrimp and Grits!

  by Daniel K

  
  

• Their shrimp and grits are delicious - plus they're great at accommodating dietary restrictions, easily made mine with no pork.

  by Sabeen

  
  

• This was a little pricey for what they offered. But the food was good.

  by Latonia M.

  
  

• Fresh Gulf Fish, grilled, with butter sauce & veggies - exquisitely perfect- then the topper - absolutely delicious bread pudding!

  by Wes N.

  
  

• Good food and good service!

  by Fischer J

  
  

• Awesome! Get the Brussels' sprouts and share the Lüke Burger

  by Jacobo Gómez

  
  

• Shrimp and grits were amazing. Crab bisque among the best I ever had. Wonderful service.

  by Robert J

  
  

• Oysters were super clean!

  by Maggie M

  
  

• Brussel Sprouts are the bomb!

  by Christy L.

  
  

• Shrimp and grits!!!

  by Bianca Padilla

  
  

• The Brussel sprouts are a must. Tangy and sweet.

  by Ti W

  
  

• The French chicken is delicious

  by Libby L.

  
  

• oyster happy hour!

  by Becky L.

  
  

• Soft shell crab sandwich!!!

  by Mindy C

  
  

• HH from 3-6pm. $0.75 oysters, but not as delicious as Acme Oyster House. Food was eh. Get the French 75.

  by Kelly Wong

  
  

• Best (only) baked oysters I've ever had!

  by Stephen D

  
  

• 4-7p happy hour 75¢ raw oysters (fat and good!) and half price draft beers. Heaven.

  by Christopher A.

  
  

• Just try everything

  by Samantha M.

  
  

• $6.50 for two small club sodas? Come on.

  by Erica J.

  
  

• The fried chicken biscuit with Tabasco honey was divine

  by Tye T.

  
  

• Happy Hour - $0.75 oysters and 1/2 price cocktails from 3-6 on weekdays

  by Lauren Stirling

  
  

• Go for Happy Hour! 1/2 off drinks/beer & $.75 oysters!

  by Rob W.

  
  

• Wait till 3pm and hit the 50 cent oyster happy hour!

  by Nitin R.

  
  

• Best happy hour ever

  by Michelle Y.

  
  

• Food is great. Jalapeño grits are better. Never had them anywhere else. ðŸ‘�

  by Meryem M.

  
  

• The shrimp and grits are fantastic! Stop reading and get them.

  by Elliott C.

  
  

• Oysters and mussels

  by Anna Coombe

  
  

• Killer French toast.

  by Benji G.

  
  

• Fresh seafood the best I have eaten. Mussels, crab legs, gulf shrimp. Friendly help. Sit at the bar for extras 😊

  by Howard F.

  
  

• Shrimp and grits.

  by Pumarolita

  
  

• Oyster happy hour 3-6. 75 cent oysters. 1/2 off drinks.

  by Jon L.

  
  

• Request to sit in Rich's section- he's awesome! So is the food! Order the Brussels sprouts.

  by Mary P.

  
  

• Food is really good! The gumbo is the best I've tasted. Portions are small, but it is so worth it. Blue crab catavalli & shrimp and grits are amazing.

  by J C.

  
  

• Definitely try a cocktail. Take your time and enjoy the atmosphere. Save room for the bourbon bread pudding dessert.

  by Kelsey Anderson

  
  

• Matzah ball chicken soup is good for the soul! #EPIC

  by Tiffany D.

  
  

• Check out the happy hour, 50 cent oysters!

  by Brian Tran

  
  

• Ham and cheese for brunch! That's all I gotta say! Yes, that's a fried egg on top!

  by Kristin

  
  

• Solid bistro fare with some creole influence. Buster crab BLT is great.

  by Eric D.

  
  

• The food, the staff, and ambiance is superb!!

  by Indigo Ortiz

  
  

• Shrimp and grits is on point here. Could use a bit more spice but it's really good. Also off the Bourbon street craziness

  by Wil R.

  
  

• Happy hour is the best deal in town! 50 cent oysters and half off drinks from 3-6pm.

  by foodforfel

  
  

• The seafood gumbo is some of the best I've ever tasted.

  by Nadja P.

  
  

• Allen Nguyen, chef of Bayou Hot Wings, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Moules et frites.

  by Chefs Feed

  
  

• 50 cent happy hours!

  by Madison L.

  
  

• Everything

  by Tony R.

  
  

• Seafood gumbo I dream about eating again.

  by Laura W.

  
  

• This is the FIRST place to eat once you land in New Orleans. Oysters, authentic food, amazing cocktails (happy hour + pro move), Brian the bartender and Courtney the hostess will hook you up!

  by Alex L.

  
  

• Happy hour here is amazing! 50 cent oysters and half priced cocktails!

  by Josh R.

  
  

• Try a French 75 cocktail...no regrets!!!

  by Rose H.

  
  

• The best meal in New Orleans! The shrimp and grits are awesome and the wait staff was incredible. Thanks "Richie Rich" for an awesome meal!

  by Jenny K.

  
  

• The crawfish bisque is a must, as is a St. Charles Streetcar

  by Janine D.

  
  

• House amber ale is excellent. Staff is beyond friendly. Took a little long for the main course, but a surprise drink on the house made up for it. They let my 2 year old run around, so bonus points.

  by John Graham

  
  

• Try the gumbo, you won't be disappointed!

  by Abby A.

  
  

• If you're staying near here it's worth a visit. Everything I had here was delicious and the staff was pretty exceptional.

  by Austin L.

  
  

• 50 cent succulent plump HH oysters/$1 fried oysters and the BEST french 75 cocktail in town! Enjoy!!!

  by Lulu

  
  

• Perfect if you like dressing up for dinner to sit at white tablecloths in bright lights and carry on fake conversation, all while draining your wallet.

  by Tony H.

  
  

• This place is really good! Great fresh fruit. Amazing sausage. Perfect coffee. Just a really good brunch experience!

  by Aaron F.

  
  

• Manager (Mr. Knight) was awesome! Took care of me and my "complaint" . Most excellent service!

  by W Haynes

  
  

• 3-6 happy hour daily. 50 cent oysters. half price alcohol.

  by Sophie C.

  
  

• Gumbo and a stained dirty dish rag garnish

  by Louis Santiago

  
  

• Such an amazing meal! Everything we ate was delicious. I will be back when I'm in town, and happily recommend it. Make reservations!!!

  by Kat H.

  
  

• Happy hour oysters and half priced beer! Get the house brewed amber ale!

  by Rebecca M

  
  

• 50 cent oysters and half-price drinks

  by Nikki J.

  
  

• Roasted jalapeño grits....yum!

  by David B.

  
  

• Very good oysters, everything is huge! Stick to the appetizers.

  by Juan B.

  
  

• The oysters and steamed chocolate are amazing.

  by Amy P.

  
  

• Come in just for the baked P&J oysters ($12 for half dozen). Phenomenal with the herbsaint & persillade crust and I don't like oysters.

  by David F.

  
  

• Try the Jägerschnitzel - #Jägerschnitzel with spatzle and cabbage #foodporn #nomnom

  by Vino50: Grape American Road Trip

  
  

• If you aren't getting this rabbit pate, you're failing at life.

  by Ally M.

  
  

• Bread pudding is great, rib eye steak cooked perfectly

  by Raymond C.

  
  

• Huge portions, consider sharing an appetizer, plenty to eat, especially the pork belly flat bread or sausage sampler. Try the Sazerac a New Orleans classic cocktail!

  by Susan M.

  
  

• Incredible oyster bar, excellent seafood in general. Steaks average.

  by Evan B.

  
  

• The Louisiana shrimp and grits breakfast is the best grits meal you'll find in this town, hands down.

  by Tharsan B.

  
  

• "Great happy hour, good cocktails, seafood." via Jana. From Chef John Besh

  by Aron H.

  
  

• Shrimp and Jalapeño Grits!!!! Mmmmm

  by Renee' S.

  
  

• 50 cent oyster bar happy hour hands down awesome. Pair it with a sparkling rose and you're in for a good treat. Sit at the bar and tip the oyster schuckers well, they'll give you extras.

  by Terri M.

  
  

• Ask the bartender to try the bacon infused bourbon ;).

  by Kim

  
  

• Great Southern Restaurant!! Highly Recommend!!

  by Tomica N.

  
  

• These guys have great gluten-free options; like the shrimp and grits with the added crab and poached egg.

  by Kaye

  
  

• Is there a way to get a table that is not tiney tiny. Jeez spring for bigger tables Besh.

  by Miliss M.

  
  

• Try the Lobster - Love New Orleans!

  by Jim A.

  
  

• Try the Sazerac -

  by Alice F.

  
  

• Try the Gulf Oysters On The Half Shell

  by Jim A.

  
  

• Try the Absynthe - I feel barely crazy and only mildly addicted.

  by Jim A.

  
  

• Shrimp & Grits!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Raw Bar happy hour!!!!! That's all you need to know. Do it!!

  by Lewis W.

  
  

• The mussels were delicious! As was the egg in a jar!

  by Mark G.

  
  

• The largest oysters we've ever seen

  by Natasha W.

  
  

• The baked chocolate mousse dessert was so good and perfect sweet touch after a fab dinner

  by Tracy K.

  
  

• Looks Parisian

  by Eric S.

  
  

• The coffee is delicious, the Cokes come in little glass bottles, and condiments come in their own little jars. How fun!

  by Kimberly R.

  
  

• Unbelievably good. Étouffée is like no other in New Orleans, so even if you don't like NOLA standard étouffée, you must try this one!

  by Lee H.

  
  

• a john besh restaurant. try the oysters and shrimp & grits

  by Gloria C.

  
  

• Get the bacon and onion tarte.

  by Becca M.

  
  

• Back again just because the customer service is perfect (Molly) The food is great too and the Beer well lets just say the pubs in London should come to New Orleans to check out the competition.

  by Lewis T

  
  

• The most delightful thing I've ever put in my mouth.

  by Jamie M.

  
  

• The bread pudding is a must.

  by Aura

  
  

• Try the Brendan’s Bread Pudding - Vanilla bean ice cream and hot buttered pecan sauce (via @Foodspotting)

  by Mike C.

  
  

• Try the Luke Burger - Allan Benton's bacon, caramelized onions, tomatoes and Emmenthaler Swiss cheese (via @Foodspotting)

  by Mike C.

  
  

• Try the House-made Fries - Mad salty and crispy (via @Foodspotting)

  by Mike C.

  
  

• Try the Bread and Butter - Nice and hot and crispy (via @Foodspotting)

  by Mike C.

  
  

• Amazing gumbo. Huuuuuuge entry portion.

  by Tony H.

  
  

• A Louisiana native, Chef John Besh celebrates his rich culinary heritage at all his restaurants. Learn more about this amazing CIA alumnus:

  by The Culinary Institute of America

  
  

• Try the Crabmeat Maison - A little horseradish goes a long way, and this is nicely #balanced with #herbs and #crab. #Nom! (via @Foodspotting)

  by Ricardo G.

  
  

• Come here, this place is awesome.

  by MGR

  
  

• Shrimp and grits....hands down - are lovely. Try the baked oysters too. Mmmmm! Leaving a very happy person. Well done.

  by Tara H.

  
  

• Very cute spot. Neat bar with neat cocktails. Food was great. Warm people.

  by Rich O.

  
  

• THEIR HAPPY HOUR IS THE BEST!

  by Nicole L.

  
  

• Try the "Brendan’s Bread Pudding" - OMG! Yum!! (via @Foodspotting)

  by Jen L.

  
  

• Excellent food and great service

  by Kevin D.

  
  

• Best gumbo. And Oyster happy hour

  by Ryan T.

  
  

• Eggs-in-a-jar is a must!

  by Gabriela H.

  
  

• everything I've had here has been amazing. love the steak frites and the croque monsieur!

  by Steph

  
  

• Happy hour 3-6pm! Half off cocktails and 50 cent oysters! How could you not?

  by Karen C.

  
  

• Some of the best coffee around. Great place to grab some breakfast and read the paper.

  by Zak S.

  
  

• Get Steve's version of the Pimms Cup cocktail. Took over a year to perfect and he did - perfect! Enjoy!

  by Joyce L.

  
  

• The perfect blend of beef, brioche bun, delectable caramelized onions, bacon, and emmenthaler swiss, make this burger worth the hefty price tag ($16.50). Almost big enough to share.

  by Ami J.

  
  

• Try the Beignets (via @Foodspotting)

  by Paul P.

  
  

• Try the Southern Breakfast (via @Foodspotting)

  by Paul P.

  
  

• Luke Burger is really good.

  by Paul P.

  
  

• Pork shank to split and pâte and baked oyster apps. I'd skip the cocktail menu and opt for your own fav.

  by Lauren S.

  
  

• Oysters. Etouffe and bread pudding. So. Damn. Good.

  by Ayanna J.

  
  

• Get the Lüke burger! Best in NOLA.

  by Scott R.

  
  

• Best roast chicken I've had for a long time.

  by Charmaine K.

  
  

• 50 cent oysters from 3-6 + half off beer, wine, and cocktails

  by Blaze E.

  
  

• Brandi is the best bartender in the house! Oysters are awesome and so is the croque Madame!

  by Charlie L.

  
  

• Great Oyster Happy Hour from 4-6PM. Only $1 oysters on a half shell!

  by BECCA

  
  

• Try a St. Charles Streetcar. Refreshing and not too sweet.

  by Erin L.

  
  

• Crab étouffée... Dooooo eeeet.

  by Margot B.

  
  

• Great happy hour seafood and food in general

  by Lilian T.

  
  

• Luke burger very good. Shrimp and grits ok. Crab bisque not that good

  by Nicholas C.

  
  

• Have a chat with the oyster shucker - they're all good guys and super friendly.

  by Greg P.

  
  

• Big Diary! New people, new frend! ;-)

  by alita i.

  
  

• The Luke Burger is awesome! Best I have ever had.

  by Spa Mizan

  
  

• Great burgers ok oysters heather was sweet

  by Richard B.

  
  

• The pork shank was excellent :-)

  by Natalie S.

  
  

• Happy Hour everyday 3p - 6p // oyster & drink specials. Not. To. Be. Missed.

  by Grace W.

  
  

• The Lüke burger is awesome!

  by David M.

  
  

• Best bloody Mary in the world!

  by Ryan L.

  
  

• Ask for Ericka as a waitress!!

  by Joel M.

  
  

• The guys here are mixing cocktails like pros, shucking oysters, and arranging mammoth shrimp onto plates. Order as much food as you can, and wash it down with a Luke Export—only available here.

  by Men's Health Mag

  
  

• They charge $1.00 for ice in a burbon on the rocks. Order your drink neat and add ice from the water carafe. Really charging for ice in a drink? WTF?

  by David H.

  
  

• Have the "St. Charles Streetcar," a delicious and refreshing cocktail

  by T.C. P.

  
  

• Try the Shrimp Etoufee (via @Foodspotting)

  by Kurt F.

  
  

• Try the fried (pigs) trotters (via @Foodspotting)

  by Kurt F.

  
  

• Try the Boudin Noir (via @Foodspotting)

  by Kurt F.

  
  

• Ribeye was perfectly cooked. Shrimp & grits were nice. The Lüke ALT was a good beer.

  by Dodge M.

  
  

• Omg, there breakfast gravy is superb!!!

  by Lisa T

  
  

• Great food! Try the pâté. Yum.

  by Dennis C.

  
  

• Monday's pork neck and red beans and rice is a metric ton of flavor because of the pulled pork mixed into the beans, great as breakfast leftovers.

  by Minhua Z.

  
  

• Holy crap! Best crab soup I've ever had. Get.

  by Tracy H.

  
  

• Must get the gumbo and bread pudding. Bloody Mary is super spicy and divine

  by Erica H.

  
  

• Ask for Kevin. He is a great waiter! You will love him!

  by Brooke C

  
  

• Huge burgers and fries - both very good. Baked bread disappointing. Great food and service

  by Richard B.

  
  

• happy hour prices from 3-6pm! .50 cent oysters and half priced cocktails

  by Anna F.

  
  

• Express Menu is an excellent value, leaves you and your wallet full!

  by Jared G

  
  

• St Charles Street car champagne drink is awesome

  by Brett L.

  
  

• Great seafood and selection of pastis and absente

  by Vincent D

  
  

• New menu item for summer: heirloom tomato salad with hand-pulled mozzarella and balsamic. Classic flavors done with flawless ingredients. A must!

  by Annika K.

  
  

• .50 oysters during happy hour!

  by V-Ness L.

  
  

• Amazing crab ravioli :)

  by Thor G

  
  

• Happy hour everyday from 3-6 can't be beat. Half price drinks and $.50 oysters. Yum!

  by Jenny K

  
  

• The burger I had was way under seasoned, and thus overwhelmed with the bacon. Shame.

  by Daniel D.

  
  

• For breakfast, order the fried potato instead of the grits. Outstanding.

  by Mike S.

  
  

• Excellent oysters and a brilliant burger.

  by Gautam R

  
  

• The flammenküche is so so good. And not just because of the umlaut...

  by Annika K.

  
  

• Great food!! But bad service!

  by Rondle H.

  
  

• The Louisiana Shrimp and grits are PHENOMENAL!

  by aaron d.

  
  

• The crab ravioli is horrible do not order it. The crab bisque was good.

  by Naheed

  
  

• As of January 2011, happy hour oysters are 50 cents, not 25. But the cocktails, beers, wines, and some liquors: still definitely half off.

  by Pam C.

  
  

• happy hour 3 to 6

  by Steel S

  
  

• Definitely hit their happy hour! Half-priced drinks, .50 cent local oysters that are DELICIOUS, and the sweetest bar staff.

  by Taj a

  
  

• Told the top 10 burger in the country

  by Natalie T

  
  

• .25 cent oysters and half priced beverages daily from 3-6p, SOLD!

  by Arnel B.

  
  

• Do not get the crab meat ravioli - zero flavor, small portion size, bad overall choice.

  by Kyle J.

  
  

• Get the Rillettes!

  by Knud

  
  

• during the 4-6pm happy hour enjoy twenty five cent oysters by the dozen

  by Sam H.

  
  

• Gateau basque is out of this world dessert

  by Jason L