
Welcome to Gallier’s — your casual Seafood & Cajun-Creole destination in the heart of Downtown New Orleans. Located just steps from Bourbon Street, we serve elevated Louisiana flavors with the warm hospitality New Orleans is known for. At Gallier’s, our live oyster bar takes center stage, featuring fresh Gulf oysters shucked to order and delivered daily from local fishermen. Our menu highlights classic New Orleans favorites with hearty seafood platters and rich Cajun-Creole entrées to signature Po-Boys and chef-driven specials. Join us at 129 Carondelet St, where our kitchen fires all day until 10 PM serving Southern Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Local oysters and New Orleans-style cuisine, including breakfast, in a casual setting with a bar.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 129 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 267-5672
Website: https://galliernola.com/
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Reviews
It was busy, but there is more seating than it looks. Quite cool, so take a cardigan.
Everything seemed clean. Service was efficient and friendly (despite being very busy). Seats not especially comfortable. Some tables quite small.
A Must-Taste in New Orleans!
This spot is a true gem in the heart of New Orleans! Every bite was simply delicious from the fresh oysters to the beautifully curated charcuterie boxes, bursting with vibrant fruits, cheeses, and savory meats. The presentation alone is a feast for the eyes, but the flavors? Next-level. You can taste the love and local flair in every detail. Whether you’re brunching, snacking, or celebrating, this place delivers gourmet magic with Southern soul. Highly recommend!
If you’re wandering Carondelet Street wondering whether New Orleans still knows how to flirt with your taste buds, Gallier’s Seafood & Oyster Bar is your answer, and it’s not subtle. This place doesn’t whisper “Cajun charm”; it shouts it from a soft-shell crab Poboy while jazz plays in the background and your server, Jam, makes you feel like royalty with a side of sass.
Let’s start with the Gallier’s Oyster Special, a dozen Gulf gems so fresh they probably had brunch plans before landing on our plate. Chargrilled, Rockefeller, raw and Creole, each one was a briny sonnet. I briefly considered writing a thank-you note to the ocean.
Then came the Soft Shell Crab Poboy, which arrived like a crustacean superhero in a French loaf cape. Crispy, golden, and unapologetically messy, it was the kind of sandwich that makes you question your life choices, in a good way. The remoulade had enough kick to start a second line.
The Seafood Penne was a creamy fever dream of Gulf shrimp and crawfish tangled in pasta like they were rehearsing for a Mardi Gras float. Cajun Alfredo sauce clung to every noodle like it knew it was the star of the show. I would’ve licked the bowl, but Jam had already brought extra bread like the intuitive legend she is.
And then, bread pudding. Not just dessert. A spiritual experience. Warm, custardy, and doused in a bourbon sauce that could probably negotiate peace treaties. It was the kind of finale that makes you want to stand up and applaud. I didn’t, but I did make eye contact with Jam and whisper “respect.”
We returned the next day, because of course we did. This time, Kenneth took the reins, equal parts gracious host and flavor whisperer. He offered spot-on suggestions, served up charm with every plate, and even gifted us a recipe for a Fanta-based drink that tasted like summer in a glass. If Jam was the stylish aunt, Kenneth was the cool cousin who knows all the secret menu hacks.
Final Verdict:
Gallier’s isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a civic celebration in edible form. Five stars for the food, the flair, and especially for Jam and Kenneth, who deserve their own float in the next parade. If you’re in New Orleans and not eating here, you’re missing out on a love letter written in oysters, bourbon sauce, and a splash of Fanta.
I sat at the bar and had the blue lemonade, which was refreshing and delicious. The atmosphere was fun, relaxed, and full of character.
The bartenders were the perfect example of Southern hospitality: warm, welcoming, and genuinely kind. They made the experience even better.
Great vibe, amazing oysters, excellent drinks, and wonderful people. A must-stop in New Orleans.
The shucker is also good kuz I feel he doesn’t make oysters dirty like most of stores do.
And the staff there are friendly!
I also tried the Gumbo, it’s good as well.
Highly recommend