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Broussard's   

819 Conti St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-581-3866
www.broussards.com

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French, Spanish, Cajun and Creole influences all flourish in one of the French Quarter's most venerable dining institutions. Broussard's opened its doors in 1920 and over the years has turned from simple bistro into an ornate imperial experience befitting 19th-century New Orleans. The restaurant occupies a number of historical structures that house multiple dining rooms. Seating is also available amidst the lush greenery and the working fountain inside the cobblestone courtyard. A piano room supplies live jazz on weekends. While the food represents a healthy blend of competing heritage, its Creole accents and rich sauces make the most obvious mark. Among the signature dishes are the Louisiana Bouillabaisse, Veal Escalope Acadian (sauteed veal slices layered with crabmeat or crawfish in a mustard dill Bechamel port wine demi-glace) and Pompano Napoleon, featuring pepper-crusted scallops and shrimp in a mustard caper sauce. The pork rib chop, currant lacquered breast of duck and wild game grill are displayed with artful care. Desserts include chocolate mousse, Crepes Broussard, and the Delice Madame P, a combination of chocolate profiteroles, lemon tart and a dessert of the day. -- Ian Sax

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viensia5276
Review rating 5 out of 5
A Great Evening in New Orleans
By viensia5276 on 01/27/2008
What a beautiful restaurant! When you first approach it from the street, you have no idea of how gorgeous the dining rooms and courtyard are. The night that I dinner there they had a wedding in the courtyard and what appeared to be some type of corporate event in another room that runs adjacent to the courtyard (I was told that the room was originally stables built in the early 1800's). I brought my family and at first was concerned that the menu had nothing for small children ( 7and 5 years old), but my waiter quickly assured me that the chef would be happy to make them up a fried chicken tender or fried shrimp plate with French fries, they were thrilled. I started with the Crabmeat Broussard's, delightful and then had the Bouillabaisse, I didn’t know that you could fit that much seafood in a bowl! Hubby had the Broussard's salad, with spinach, bacon and mushrooms, the dressing was incredible! For dinner he had the Veal Broussard's loaded with sweet crabmeat. I would have been jealous if my dinner hadn't been so good. The service was great, not pushy or intrusive yet somehow knowing what we wanted without asking. Finished off with tableside Crepes Flambe in a strawberry sauce. I definitely recommend Broussard's and will make it a constant part of my travel plans in New Orleans!
rwjo2
Review rating 5 out of 5
Rw JO2's Review
By rwjo2 on 01/01/2003
This is absolutely one of the finest restaurant's in the city. The menu has a wonderful selection from beef to fish. Anyone's craving is satisfied. The wine menu isn't just extensive - its phenomenal.To cap all of this off is one of the most beautiful settings for a fine dining experience. Yes I am a frequent customer for all of the above reasons.
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Review rating 5 out of 5
WimpusMilr's Review
By wimpusmilr on 09/13/2002
After reading the postings on this site, I was a bit unsure about keeping my reservation at this restaurant, but I found myself to be very pleasantly surprised! The food and service were wonderful and the selections on the wine list were astonishing. I honestly don't see how these people could have had a bad experience. When you go, make sure to try the corn, shrimp, and sweet potato soup. It is wonderful and my waiter even went through the trouble of getting me the recipe.
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