Where to Find the Best Brunch in New Orleans

[Celerity]

Eggs Benedict, indulgent pancakes, and live jazz music in the Big Easy.

https://www.thrillist.com/eat/new-orleans/best-brunch-in-new-orleans



Whether you’re shaking off a debaucherous night out in the French Quarter or fueling up for another trip to the best bars in the Big Easy, there’s nothing like a top-notch brunch. Fortunately, there are lots of worthy options—from laid-back to classic, historic spots—scattered around the city. These places pull out all the stops, and many offer extras like bottomless mimosas and live jazz or drag brunch to complete the experience. So if you’re craving fried chicken and waffles, hearty stacks of pancakes, and a cocktail to kick off the day, check out our list of the best places for brunch in New Orleans.

Arnaud’s Restaurant

French Quarter

One of the oldest and most historic restaurants in the city with more than 100 years under its belt, Arnaud’s Restaurant offers an extensive three-course, prix-fixe jazz brunch from 10 am to 1:30 pm on Sundays. For the full experience, grab a group and try the two dishes on the brunch menu that are flamed tableside, Bananas Foster and Crepes Suzette. For those unfamiliar with Creole cuisine classics, Arnaud’s is a go-to spot for Eggs Sardou (poached eggs over artichoke bottoms and creamed baby spinach with hollandaise) and Grillades and Grits (flash-seared baby veal scaloppine braised in a rich vegetable sauce, served with cheese grits). After brunch, guests can head upstairs to the Mardi Gras Museum and enjoy a feast for the eyes.

Saint John

French Quarter

Following up on Gris-Gris, chef Eric Cook has opened one of the Quarter’s buzziest brunch options. Stained glass art and a 3D mural paying tribute to famed New Orleans chefs help set the scene, though most visitors keep their eyes glued to plates of smothered turkey necks with homemade potato salad and the Crawfish Bread & Breakfast, made with pepper jack and holy trinity on toasted Leidenheimer bread with fried eggs and green remoulade.

Gianna

CBD

Donald Link’s Italian-accented stunner serves up brunch favorites with style. Highlights include Polenta Pancakes with seasonal preserves, cane syrup, and lemon ricotta and Eggs all Gianna, which gets a kick from chilies, tomato, soffritto, basil, and fried ciabatta. Amaro Milk Punch and the balsamic-kissed Bloody all Gianna are among the cocktails available.

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[Backseat Driver]

1. Thanks for the brunch foodie photo tour! n/t

[Runningdawg]

2. Thanks! Sorry to see my favorite, Court Of The Two Sisters, missing from a great list.

[Celerity]

4. Court of Two Sisters

https://www.courtoftwosisters.com/

[Lifeafter70]

3. We visited in the early 2000's

Had brunch at the Commanders Palace dinner at Anderson's Steak house, but the meal we enjoyed the most was in a little bar called Lucy's. No matter where we ate the food was fantastic. Our flight home was cancelled due to weather and we had to spend the night at the airport. We found some really great food there too.

[irisblue]

5. Booking the flight