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BORN IN THE FRENCH QUARTER For over 100 years, Acme has been satisfying the hungriest of people all over the world! It’s quality you can taste in the fresh, hand-shucked Louisiana oysters. Whether served ice cold on the half shell, chargrilled and sizzling in garlic butter or fried to golden perfection, Acme oysters are some of the best you’ll ever have. And it’s not just the oysters, we’re serving all of the New Orleans classics like red beans and rice, seafood gumbo, jambalaya and more, all seasoned to perfection and served with a smile. So pull up a chair, take in the history and soak up the flavor.
Lively New Orleans-based chain offering oysters, po’ boys, gumbo & other Cajun-Creole classics.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 724 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 522-5973
Website: http://acmeoyster.com/
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One block from Canal Street in the New Orleans French Quarter, Acme Oyster House offers a taste of the freshest Louisiana seafood and Gulf oysters.
Reviews
Nettie Cooper
We had an amazing experience at Acme Oyster House in New Orleans, and Mike made it even better. From the moment we sat down, he was friendly, attentive, and made us feel truly welcome. He took the time to explain the menu, offered great recommendations, and checked on us throughout the meal without ever being overbearing.
The food was incredible — especially the Gambo and fried crab claws — but Mike’s service is what really stood out. He brought such a positive energy to the table and made our visit feel special. You can tell he really cares about the customers and takes pride in what he does.
If you visit Acme, definitely ask for Mike. Great food and outstanding service made this one of the highlights of our trip to New Orleans. Highly recommend!
Love Nettie & Kamika from Philly!
… moreThe food was incredible — especially the Gambo and fried crab claws — but Mike’s service is what really stood out. He brought such a positive energy to the table and made our visit feel special. You can tell he really cares about the customers and takes pride in what he does.
If you visit Acme, definitely ask for Mike. Great food and outstanding service made this one of the highlights of our trip to New Orleans. Highly recommend!
Love Nettie & Kamika from Philly!
The Real Bry
This place is a 10000/10!!
Now there probably is a wait to get in or a long line but u promise it’s worth it. Once inside they’re pretty quick and service and food again is very much worth it!! Chargrilled oysters are a MUST and to die for!!! Drinks top tier!! Our waiter Mike was exceptional, knowledgeable and funny he was the icing on the cake of this experience!! Will definitely be back!! Thank you again Mike!
… moreNow there probably is a wait to get in or a long line but u promise it’s worth it. Once inside they’re pretty quick and service and food again is very much worth it!! Chargrilled oysters are a MUST and to die for!!! Drinks top tier!! Our waiter Mike was exceptional, knowledgeable and funny he was the icing on the cake of this experience!! Will definitely be back!! Thank you again Mike!
Jennifer Cuevo
We’re here Mardi Gras weekend on a Saturday. The line outside the restaurant was long but they were able to seat us fast! We tried the charbroiled oysters, medley with jambalaya, seafood gumbo, rice/beans, sausage, fried fish platter with hush puppies and fries, and pecan cobbler. Everything was absolutely amazing! Our server Rhonda was wonderful!
… moreAnna Hendryx
The atmosphere is so fun and the service was so fast! The oysters were good and we got them raw. I will say, I tend to prefer more briny saltier oysters and the ones we had didn’t really have that pronounced of a flavor to me personally. But the price of the oysters was pretty hard to beat, as they were the cheapest ones I’ve ever paid for at a restaurant. Easily the most affordable experiences I had while in New Orleans!
… moreJacob Celestine
Granted, I have only had the chargrilled oysters here, but let me tell you this – it was one of a kind! This was my first time having a grilled oyster, and they are incredible. They are sizzling, saturated in a buttery, garlicky sauce, and topped with cheese.
The best part is the technique: you absolutely must use the French bread provided to soak up all that decadent, buttery oil that drips out and eat it. You have the option to add crab meat as an extra, which I did, but honestly, the oyster itself is so good you’ll get the full flavor experience even without it.
They offer bar-side seating, tables, and a shucker prep side where you can watch them work. A helpful tip is that even though the oysters don’t need any additional sauces, try them with the extra options provided; you might find a variation you like even more than the classic. This is a simple, unforgettable treat.
… moreThe best part is the technique: you absolutely must use the French bread provided to soak up all that decadent, buttery oil that drips out and eat it. You have the option to add crab meat as an extra, which I did, but honestly, the oyster itself is so good you’ll get the full flavor experience even without it.
They offer bar-side seating, tables, and a shucker prep side where you can watch them work. A helpful tip is that even though the oysters don’t need any additional sauces, try them with the extra options provided; you might find a variation you like even more than the classic. This is a simple, unforgettable treat.
Diane Knowles
Rhonda was an excellent waitress, efficient and knowledgeable on all menu options. She also liked our accent, although I’m surprised she understood us We queued for a little while but it wasn’t a problem as we could hear the music nearby. Well worth a visit. The chargrilled oysters and Boo fries are to die for
… moreAsuka Langley Soryu
We ordered half a dozen raw oysters, half a dozen chargrilled oysters, the Boom Boom Crab, and the gumbo.
Overall, everything tasted really good. The gumbo had a very distinctive flavor, a bit salty with a strong peppery note, but still enjoyable. The Boom Boom Crab tasted similar to a popcorn-shrimp style dish, but not overly sweet.
Both kinds of oysters were excellent and very fresh, though the only downside was that they didn’t seem to be rinsed thoroughly, you could still feel a tiny bit of grit.
All in all, Acme is a solid spot. If the wait time is under an hour, I think it’s definitely worth trying
… moreOverall, everything tasted really good. The gumbo had a very distinctive flavor, a bit salty with a strong peppery note, but still enjoyable. The Boom Boom Crab tasted similar to a popcorn-shrimp style dish, but not overly sweet.
Both kinds of oysters were excellent and very fresh, though the only downside was that they didn’t seem to be rinsed thoroughly, you could still feel a tiny bit of grit.
All in all, Acme is a solid spot. If the wait time is under an hour, I think it’s definitely worth trying
hanieh nasrollahi
We visited this restaurant during Mardi Gras and were pleasantly surprised by the experience, despite the crowds. The staff handled the crowd and lines efficiently, ensuring a smooth dining experience. The line moved quickly, which was a relief considering the festive atmosphere.
The food was delicious, offering a wide variety of Cajun dishes. Each dish was impressive, but the charbroiled oysters stood out as a must-try. The étouffe and gumbo were equally delectable.
The ambiance was cool and inviting, with jazz music playing in the background and a vibrant New Orleans vibe. It was a perfect setting for a memorable dining experience.
… moreThe food was delicious, offering a wide variety of Cajun dishes. Each dish was impressive, but the charbroiled oysters stood out as a must-try. The étouffe and gumbo were equally delectable.
The ambiance was cool and inviting, with jazz music playing in the background and a vibrant New Orleans vibe. It was a perfect setting for a memorable dining experience.
Joseph Dalton
Visited Acme Oyster House during my trip to New Orleans and it did not disappoint. From the moment we stepped in, the vibe was lively and authentic — buzzing with local energy in the heart of the French Quarter.
What stood out:
The char-grilled oysters were outstanding — rich garlic-butter flavour with a hint of Parmesan, and perfectly cooked.
The raw oysters on the half-shell were fresh, briny and served with knowledgeable shuckers visible behind the bar (a fun part of the experience).
Beyond oysters, the seafood specialities (jambalaya, étouffée, po-boys) were generous and well-prepared — good for sharing.
Service was friendly and fast, despite a busy dining room. We had a queue to get in (worth it!) but once seated things moved smoothly.
Atmosphere: casual, lively, full of character — exactly what I hoped for in New Orleans.
Things to note:
It’s busy — expect a wait during peak hours.
While the food is excellent, some items can be a bit pricey (especially oysters at market price) so keep an eye on the menu.
If you’re not an oyster fan, no worries — there are plenty of other solid options.
Overall: Highly recommended if you’re looking for a fun, full-flavour New Orleans seafood experience. I’ll definitely go back on my next visit.
… moreWhat stood out:
The char-grilled oysters were outstanding — rich garlic-butter flavour with a hint of Parmesan, and perfectly cooked.
The raw oysters on the half-shell were fresh, briny and served with knowledgeable shuckers visible behind the bar (a fun part of the experience).
Beyond oysters, the seafood specialities (jambalaya, étouffée, po-boys) were generous and well-prepared — good for sharing.
Service was friendly and fast, despite a busy dining room. We had a queue to get in (worth it!) but once seated things moved smoothly.
Atmosphere: casual, lively, full of character — exactly what I hoped for in New Orleans.
Things to note:
It’s busy — expect a wait during peak hours.
While the food is excellent, some items can be a bit pricey (especially oysters at market price) so keep an eye on the menu.
If you’re not an oyster fan, no worries — there are plenty of other solid options.
Overall: Highly recommended if you’re looking for a fun, full-flavour New Orleans seafood experience. I’ll definitely go back on my next visit.
Richard Rastetter
First time to New Orleans, this was the first place I stopped. I had no idea what to get. I sat at the bar, waited till they had a break from shucking the oysters. I said what I liked (Pretty much everything on the menu) and was given a quick recommendation and I went with it.
Etouffee with Crawfish tails was an excellent appetizer as I watched my oysters being shucked. The size of these things caught me off guard. Apparently it’s the season for Oysters down here.
The Oysters were the best I ever had, I used to hate ’em, then I got good ones in Maine, and loved ’em, but I think these took the cake.
Staff was really friendly (but busy)
… moreEtouffee with Crawfish tails was an excellent appetizer as I watched my oysters being shucked. The size of these things caught me off guard. Apparently it’s the season for Oysters down here.
The Oysters were the best I ever had, I used to hate ’em, then I got good ones in Maine, and loved ’em, but I think these took the cake.
Staff was really friendly (but busy)