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A beloved landmark on the corner of Chartres and St. Louis in New Orleans’ French Quarter, the Napoleon House exudes a European charm in keeping with its 200-year history. Although the city’s optimistic plot to provide refuge for the exiled Napoleon Bonaparte never quite came to pass, the bar and restaurant that occupy the premises intended for him have carried on, extending a constant welcome to generations of locals and visitors, artists and musicians, and filmmakers and philosophers, in his stead. Remaining true to itself, the deeply patinated walls, uneven tile floors, and old wooden bar, hollowed by countless signature Pimm’s Cups, speak to its many decades of service.
Muffalettas, po’ boys & other Creole staples in a circa-1914 house with a palm-filled courtyard.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 500 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 524-9752
Website: http://www.napoleonhouse.com/
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Reservations: tripleseat.com
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Reviews
Angela C.
Nicest place i saw in all of nola..food was delicious, kevin the host was a gem as well as my server i didnt happen to catch his name. 3 piece jazz band comes right to ypur tabld to play for you and takes reauests. Very enjoyable all around
… moreCassie Meadow
skip it. while it’s really nicely decorated room, the food and drink were disappointing. did not meet my expectations. the photos brought me in and the hype of the muffuletta. my cocktail came in a very small kind of dirty looking plastic cup… looked like a shot glass. plastic cups like that take away from the quality of the drink. muffuletta sandwich was tasty, but the bread is dense so it’s very filling. i should have ordered the smallest size (quarter vs half). service was fantastic, really welcoming and attentive. I appreciated the staff.
… moreKaelan Reece
We went to Napoleon House to get the best versions of classic New Orleans dishes and it did not disappoint. The first time we went we got the Muffuletta, chicken & Andouille Gumbo and the charcuterie board. All were excellent and the board had a delicious spread of different foods, all were exceptional. The bread on the Muffuletta was not too thick and the sauce from the gumbo was very tasty.
The second time we went was to get the Creole Jambalaya which was very good. The fresh fruit was also fresh and excellent, as was the Sazerac cocktail. On our second visit we were in the courtyard at the back which we liked the atmosphere more, it was a classic New Orleans vibe. Our server Adelle was nice and attentive , even with the place quite busy, it was not too loud and the service was great.
… moreThe second time we went was to get the Creole Jambalaya which was very good. The fresh fruit was also fresh and excellent, as was the Sazerac cocktail. On our second visit we were in the courtyard at the back which we liked the atmosphere more, it was a classic New Orleans vibe. Our server Adelle was nice and attentive , even with the place quite busy, it was not too loud and the service was great.
Doriane Das
An exceptional experience at Restaurant Napoléon! Everything was absolutely delicious. We had the Mufuletta and the chicken & andouille gumbo, served with jambalaya and a potato salad, every single dish was full of flavor and perfectly cooked.
The quality–price ratio is excellent, the service was outstanding, and the atmosphere is simply idyllic. We truly loved our meal and the whole experience. We recommend it
… moreThe quality–price ratio is excellent, the service was outstanding, and the atmosphere is simply idyllic. We truly loved our meal and the whole experience. We recommend it
Stacey Martin
There was a long line to get in but it only took around 5 mins. We ordered the Muffuletta, Chicken and Andouille Gumbo, Jambalya and Shrimp Po Boy… everything was delicious. Very quick and so so tasty
… moreJason & Katie Morris
A local reccomended this place. We preordered a muffuletta and some boudin to eat at the airport. We got it to compare to Central grocery. This one was warm and not cold like central. It was very large and a couple dollars less gar than Central. The boudin was very good and not spicy at all. It was very busy and took a little bit to get our order from the bartender. We preferred this sandwich over Central Grocery. Portions are large and plenty of 2 people.
… more叶晨丰
Hands down the BEST muffulettas I’ve ever had! Been to several places already but nothing beats Napoleon’s.
The warm muffs were soft, thick, and savory. A quarter or two can easily feed a person so think before you impulse buy a whole!
(Took ours togo but please dine in! Beautiful dining area with friendly staff)
… moreThe warm muffs were soft, thick, and savory. A quarter or two can easily feed a person so think before you impulse buy a whole!
(Took ours togo but please dine in! Beautiful dining area with friendly staff)
Heather Hepplewhite
Great sandwiches. I had the famous New Orleans muffaletta with crisps. My husband had the chicken sandwich. Reasonable prices.
American portion sizes are huge so it was very good how you could order a full size, half size or quarter. Housed in a very old building which has kept its original charm. A great place to visit. It’s very popular and people were always arriving. Staff were great. Food fantastic. I loved it here.
… moreAmerican portion sizes are huge so it was very good how you could order a full size, half size or quarter. Housed in a very old building which has kept its original charm. A great place to visit. It’s very popular and people were always arriving. Staff were great. Food fantastic. I loved it here.
Eva Mur
I really loved the restaurant’s interior. It truly feels like stepping into another era, far removed from modern times. I especially appreciate that the owners preserved the original, old-world style — it creates a genuinely unique atmosphere and gives the place real character.
Unfortunately, our overall experience was seriously affected by organizational issues. There were three of us, and we were refused seating on the outdoor patio in the inner courtyard, with the explanation that after 8:30 PM they no longer seat guests there. At the same time, the courtyard was full of people and there were still several empty tables with no reservation signs. I see no valid reason not to accommodate guests’ preferences when there are clearly available tables. This decision was very disappointing.
As a result, we had to sit inside in a noisy dining room. Around our table, there were constantly about five waiters, which was extremely irritating. There was nonstop hustle and bustle right around us: waiters were passing by literally every minute, walking just inches away from our table, or stopping and standing next to us — sometimes five people at once, directly beside our table. This made it impossible to enjoy either the food or the romantic evening, completely ruining the sense of comfort and intimacy.
Despite having so many staff members nearby, the service was quite slow. The only person who truly worked tirelessly and seemed to carry most of the workload was the bartender.
The food itself was undeniably very tasty. However, I was surprised that a restaurant with such an elegant interior and refined atmosphere offers such simple, almost home-style dishes. I would have liked to see steaks and more sophisticated, complex, and delicate salads on the menu. The food selection felt very basic, although the quality and taste were genuinely good.
To sum it up: the food is delicious and the interior is beautiful, but the complete disregard for guests’ preferences and the lack of comfort during dinner ruined the experience. For this reason, I do not plan to return.
… moreUnfortunately, our overall experience was seriously affected by organizational issues. There were three of us, and we were refused seating on the outdoor patio in the inner courtyard, with the explanation that after 8:30 PM they no longer seat guests there. At the same time, the courtyard was full of people and there were still several empty tables with no reservation signs. I see no valid reason not to accommodate guests’ preferences when there are clearly available tables. This decision was very disappointing.
As a result, we had to sit inside in a noisy dining room. Around our table, there were constantly about five waiters, which was extremely irritating. There was nonstop hustle and bustle right around us: waiters were passing by literally every minute, walking just inches away from our table, or stopping and standing next to us — sometimes five people at once, directly beside our table. This made it impossible to enjoy either the food or the romantic evening, completely ruining the sense of comfort and intimacy.
Despite having so many staff members nearby, the service was quite slow. The only person who truly worked tirelessly and seemed to carry most of the workload was the bartender.
The food itself was undeniably very tasty. However, I was surprised that a restaurant with such an elegant interior and refined atmosphere offers such simple, almost home-style dishes. I would have liked to see steaks and more sophisticated, complex, and delicate salads on the menu. The food selection felt very basic, although the quality and taste were genuinely good.
To sum it up: the food is delicious and the interior is beautiful, but the complete disregard for guests’ preferences and the lack of comfort during dinner ruined the experience. For this reason, I do not plan to return.
amanda
We got seated fairly quickly and we’re tucked into a little corner which in the front room. Although a little warm we weren’t surprised with that since it is older historical building. We started with the charcuterie board and a pimm’s flight. Both were very good. We were surprised we enjoyed the one with gin as neither of us were fans of gin normally. The tomato jam was a great addition to the different cheeses and meats. We then ordered the muffaletta sandwich and salad. The sandwich is served warmed. I originally was worried the bread was too thick it was not and was perfectly delicious. The salad was a good portion and was also very good although it does have an extra something that is different than the sandwich. We would easily order everything again and enjoyed our first dinner to NOLA …we also left full but not miserable full. Thanks for an enjoyable dinner
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