Commander's Palace Restaurant

504-899-8221
1403 Washington Ave
New Orleans, LA 70130
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MONDAY:9:00AM-5:00PM
TUESDAY:9:00AM-5:00PM
WEDNESDAY:9:00AM-5:00PM
THURSDAY:9:00AM-5:00PM
FRIDAY:9:00AM-5:00PM
SATURDAY:CLOS-
SUNDAY:CLOS-

Top Sentiments among Commander's Palace Restaurant Reviewers

Huge Bread Pudding Souffle Amazing turtle soup Great desserts Good jazz brunch Best oyster gumbo Wonderful dinners Extensive menu options Great beef rib flavor Great entrees Tasty egg dishes

Customer Reviews (64 reviews)

contempler

on Citysearch Aug 22, 2009
Many great things have been said about the food, service, and atmosphere at this restaurant that I would just like to add my family's applause to the list of those who adore this place. My family of five enjoyed a... (more)

coog78

on Citysearch Mar 06, 2009
#1. This is a cajun/creole restaurant in New Orleans, and is NOT upscale dining. #2. Most people eat here on their vacation, otherwise known as the time of relaxation and lesiure. #3. Lunch, I do not care if I am in New... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Jan 03, 2009
This is one of my favorite restaurants and I've never had a bad experience there. The food is spectacular and it truly gives you a taste of what New Orleans cuisine is all about. (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Nov 05, 2008
Commander's Palace is a very upscale, and classy restaurant. The dishes are fancy (but tasty too) and the creme brulee is one of the best I've ever tasted. Although it was labeled a fancy restaurant, the atmosphere is... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Oct 02, 2008
My second favorite restaurant in all the world...a perfect piece of culinary history. Birthplace of the cocktail and the French 75. You simply can't go wrong here and the staff treat you like royalty. Try the lamb... (more)

lisa2waters

on Citysearch Jul 28, 2008
This place failed to wow me, and with all the hype about it I never expected it to be so average. The staff is amazing, but they have this old school tradition of bugging you every thirty seconds to de-crumb the table or... (more)

ithinkfoodisgreat

on Citysearch Jul 22, 2008
This place is just incredible. So incredible, that I've seriously considered taking an additional trip to New Orleans just to stop by. It really is that good. We arrived for our reservation (this was the first week... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Mar 29, 2008
I love New Orleans, and this is one of my favorite restaurants. The atmosphere is lovely. Service is great and the food is absolutely magnificent. Leave room for dessert. (more)

veronicawrig62

on Citysearch Feb 27, 2008
From the valet service to the maitre d? the service at the Commanders Palace is impeccable--few mistakes are made. We were seated upstairs on NBA All-star weekend. The waitstaff and the headwaiter were... (more)

tailgateking

on Citysearch Oct 15, 2007
We held a customer group dinner and the evening was a huge success. The wait staff was friendly, courteous, polite and attended to our every whim. The menu was pre-arranged and we had a multi course meal with several... (more)

dcata25

on Citysearch Aug 27, 2007
Commander?s Palace.. Sunday, we went to Commander?s Palace for brunch. It was our first time there even though this was our 30th trip down to NOLA. The food was divine, however I did have to send back my barbeque shrimp... (more)

tikivon

on Citysearch Aug 24, 2007
The building is cool. Yes, it's an old restaurant, but that's not enough reason to like it. People mistake things that are good for things they've simply heard of. I don't mind paying a lot for food if it's good food, but... (more)

psu_upward_bound

on Citysearch Jul 18, 2007
As a special treat for the 10 high school students who recently visited New Orleans to help rebuild, the two other adult chaperones and I decided to have a traditional Jazz Brunch at Commander's. We had budgeted... (more)

katfromnewyork

on Citysearch May 18, 2007
Commanders Palace very very overpriced for a limited menu which they offer. Not much of a selection .The palace as they call it is very nice although they lack the Creole sensation. The Turtle soup with sherry was cold... (more)

nikkifrench

on Citysearch Mar 12, 2007
. During the twenty years I lived in New Orleans I never got a chance to eat at Commander's. I live in San Francisco now and for the past ten years I have worked in the service industry. This trip back home I finally got a... (more)

Anthony W.

on Judys Book Nov 18, 2006
Commander's Palace Restaurant is a great place to eat. It's located in New Orleans at 1403 Washington Avenue, at the corner of Coliseum Street in the Garden District. It's a truly elegant place.... (more)

Michael R.

on Judys Book Oct 09, 2005
For a middle class individual such as myself, going to fine dining restuarants isn't an every day thing. So when myself and my fiance decide to go out for a nice dinner, we are taking a chance of spending alot of money on... (more)

David B.

on Judys Book Aug 05, 2005
Commander's Palace is a famous restaurant in New Orleans where many famous chefs have gotten their starts, most notably Emeril Lagasse. The food was fantastic. I did not get the chef tasting menu but it was not that... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Jul 23, 2005
Service is the name of the game at Commander's Palace - patrons here can expect fully the royal treatment, with flocks of waiters attending your various food and beverage needs. The food and beverage is also quite... (more)

Contributor

on Citysearch Jul 23, 2005
<b>The Scene<br></b>The maitre d' is impeccable--few mistakes are made. Couples and small groups chat over crisp white tablecloths. Through an elegant green and mahogany dining room, then upstairs through a red... (more)

nuzzle77

on Citysearch Jun 27, 2005
I'd fly to New Orleans again if only to eat at Commander's Palace once more. First, my wife and I were never treated so well at any restaurant anywhere. Second, my wife was literally singing and laughing with each bite... (more)

mykh

on Citysearch May 02, 2005
The wait is not a problem. From the moment you walk in YOU JUST KNOW. The ambience, the muffled chatter, the elegance. Professionalism. Like a fine watch, Everyone on the staff knows their job & performs flawlessly.... (more)

ohcimoan

on Citysearch Mar 13, 2005
Last night was one of the best dining experiences I've had. Everyone thought the food was fantastic. Highlights are - Soups 1-1-1, Filet, Truffled Mashed Potatoes, Strawberry Shortcake and to die for Bread Pudding... (more)

monkeyhurst

on Citysearch Aug 30, 2004
We have eaten at Commander's our last 2 times in NO. It has exceeded our expectations both times. The staff could not have been more attentive and the food was exquisite. I know the bread pudding is supposed to be a... (more)

y2flu

on Citysearch Jul 25, 2004
This is my favorite restaurant not only in New Orleans, but in the entire world! The soups 1-1-1 (especially the turtle soup) are exquisite, the filet mignon truly MELTS in your mouth, and the bananas Foster is... (more)

spea

on Citysearch Jul 24, 2004
To my way of thinking, Commander's Palace certainly did not live up to the hype about being the best restaurant in the U.S. Other NOLA restaurants like Mr. B's Bistro and K-Paul's certainly had better food and a more... (more)

youwantseconds

on Citysearch Jun 23, 2004
The review by Citysearch says it all but you have to experience it to feel like a king. I came in alone and had three professional waiters take care of every need and want (including some I didn't even know about). If you... (more)

clodfelteril1

on Citysearch Jun 14, 2004
After planning a meal at Commander's Palace for several months we were disappointed by the lack of service initailly upon our seating, waiting 20 minutes before someone came to the rescue to complete the delivery of... (more)

foodwine99

on Citysearch Jul 20, 2003
A heavenly meal for our party of 9. ALL the food was fanstastic and the wine selection was superb - the foie gras & rabbit pie melted in the mouth and the Bread Pudding Souffle lived up to its high billing! So much better... (more)

junglejane

on Citysearch Jul 04, 2003
This is one of the best experiences in dining that I have ever had (multiple times). I truly love the Brennan family restaurants, but Commander's is hands down the best. We to New Orleans several times a year and do not... (more)

scoontee

on Citysearch Feb 09, 2003
Great food. My wife loves it there. I have been to the one in Vegas too but not the same. (more)

s_rod

on Citysearch Feb 06, 2003
I had a VERY disappointing experience at Commander's Palace last Sunday. From a restaurant of this caliper I expect so much more. First, the service was horrible. It took about 20 min. for the waitress to even take our... (more)

flashandh

on Citysearch Jan 30, 2003
Heavenly creations await you upon completion of an equally heavenly meal. So many great places to be seated, you may never see another diner near you. Valet parking must be used, or you'll waste too much time driving... (more)

dlewis498

on Citysearch Jan 30, 2003
The bread pudding souffle and turtle soup are the best in the city. The atmosphere is wonderful, the restaurant is beautiful, and the waitstaff is amazing. The kind of place to propose to your girlfriend. Prices are... (more)

frozenchosen

on Citysearch Jan 18, 2003
Nice atmosphere, but we got dragged tghrough the kitchen to be seated. Food was ok. Turtle soup = Manhatten clam chowder plus roux. Redfish is mushy. Bread pudding is bread pudding. Service was fair. Overall, no big... (more)

bellis105

on Citysearch Jan 12, 2003
I wish I had the skills to describe this dining experience. A beautiful setting, gracious service so good you may not even notice that it's going on and food to die for. Our grouo of eight had eight different entrees and... (more)

HogFan

on Citysearch Jan 02, 2003
The ambience is impeccable, the service is great, the food decent, and the Bread Pudding Souffle' is SINGLE BEST THING I'VE EVER EATEN IN MY LIFE... I've been here 4 or 5 times (from Arkansas) and I'm never... (more)

geotb

on Citysearch Jan 02, 2003
You haven't experienced New Orleans food, ambiance, service supreme, and top notch drinks until you've been to Commanders Palace. (more)

noblelawyr

on Citysearch Dec 10, 2002
This is my favorite restaurant in the whole world! It's the best kept lunch secret in town, perfect to impress clients without blowing a bundle. The very best brunch in town, perfect for going to with friends, and the... (more)

drridder

on Citysearch Nov 30, 2002
Went to Commanders for the first time Oct. 2001. The atmosphere is good, but a little crowded. The service was OK, when they were around, but our wait staff must have had a shift change and we were forgotten for 20 min or... (more)

loftonpm

on Citysearch Nov 26, 2002
went with my family and friends. we didn't bring suits on our summer vacation. had to borrow jackets. everyone was so nice even with house jackets. food was very delicious. worth every penny.... (more)

mgorfain

on Citysearch Nov 17, 2002
Sunday brunch....absolute heaven on earth! The bloody marys are absolutely delicious, closely rivaled by the mimosas and have whatever you want on the menu, it will be wonderful. Commanders Palace is my FAVORITE... (more)

Edna_glover

on Citysearch Nov 14, 2002
I have been to Commanders and it is my favorite restaurant in the city. The atmosphere in the Garden Room is wonderful and the service and food excellent. (more)

Zivnuska

on Citysearch Nov 13, 2002
My CP was flawless. The food was so delectable that you just had to savor it over your tongue and palate to extend the experience of every bite. The ambience was great and the servers knew how to attend to the diners... (more)

vnessmet

on Citysearch Nov 13, 2002
It is an awesome experience, visually pleasing to the eye and a senous delight to the taste buds. (more)

Rachael25

on Citysearch Nov 12, 2002
I always chose this restaurant to celebrate all my special occasions (birthdays, graduation, etc.), but I went back a year ago and was extremely disappointed. I ordered the fried alligator, and it was extremely... (more)

patriciah411

on Citysearch Nov 08, 2002
My fiance' and I visited Commander's Palace because of a recommendation from a friend. We were told that the restaurant was mush better than Emeril's Delmonico. Upon arrival, we were seated in a cramped table... (more)

ShsTiger2006

on Citysearch Oct 27, 2002
Two years ago, for my 12th birthday, my aunt brought me to Commander's for lunch. As I sat in a great, private room, which overlooked Washington Ave., I looked at my menu wondering what anything was! The manager came by... (more)

Pacer1206

on Citysearch Sep 15, 2002
Expected great food and service for the price - didn't get it. Food was served warm, not hot for 4 of the 6 at our table. Service was snooty, as if our server thought of us as "lowly" tourists. Had to ask for the wheel chair... (more)

winnbear

on Citysearch Aug 18, 2002
One of the best dining experiences ever. Our waiter, Eddie, was the best! I will not forget my wonderful brunch.... (more)
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Commander's Palace has without a doubt the best cuisine to offer in New Orleans. From... (more)
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