"A French Quarter institution since 1920 — Broussard's serves French-Creole classics in chandeliered rooms and a lush courtyard, built for an occasion."
About Broussard's
Broussard's opened in 1920, when Joseph Broussard — trained as a chef in Paris — and his wife Rosalie set up in her family's Borrello mansion at 819 Conti Street in the New Orleans French Quarter. More than a century on, it remains one of the Quarter's grandes dames, pairing French-Creole cooking with chandeliered dining rooms, a landscaped courtyard and the Empire Bar. The kitchen is now led by Executive Chef Jimi Setchim.
For the Quarter's other historic French-Creole tables, compare the 1840 Antoine's, the jazz-brunch landmark Arnaud's and the century-old Galatoire's. Broussard's belongs to the city's French and fine-dining scene.
The Kitchen
Under Executive Chef Jimi Setchim the kitchen holds to the French-Creole tradition Broussard's helped define — founder Joseph Broussard claimed to have invented dozens of dishes, including a crepe Suzette soufflé. Today the menu runs from a courtyard brunch of slow-cooked pork belly with fried green tomatoes and poached eggs to evening French-Creole classics in the dining rooms. Expect an upper-mid to fine-dining spend; brunch plates run around $30, with dinner and the Empire Bar adding to the occasion.
The Room
The setting is the draw: a sequence of elegant, chandeliered dining rooms inside the historic Borrello mansion, opening onto a lush, fountain-set courtyard that is one of the prettiest brunch spots in the Quarter. The Empire Bar handles cocktails. Service is polished and old-school, and the rooms lend themselves to milestones and private events. You can request a courtyard, private-room or quieter-room seat when you reserve.
Best for an Anniversary
Chandeliered rooms, a fountain courtyard and a century of occasion dining make Broussard's a natural table for an anniversary or a proposal in the French Quarter. The grandeur and private rooms also suit a dinner to impress clients.
Not for
Not for a quick, casual or budget bite — Broussard's is a formal, historic French-Creole room with prices and a sense of occasion to match.
Frequently Asked
What is Broussard's in New Orleans known for?
It is a French Quarter grande dame, open since 1920, known for French-Creole cuisine, a historic chandeliered dining room and a landscaped courtyard at 819 Conti Street.
When did Broussard's open?
In 1920, when Paris-trained chef Joseph Broussard and his wife Rosalie opened in her family's Borrello mansion; the restaurant marked 100 years in the French Quarter in 2020.
Who is the chef at Broussard's?
Executive Chef Jimi Setchim leads the kitchen, continuing the French-Creole tradition the restaurant helped establish.
What should I order at Broussard's?
French-Creole classics in the dining rooms, and at brunch the slow-cooked pork belly with fried green tomatoes and poached eggs in the courtyard.
Where is Broussard's located?
At 819 Conti Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, with dining rooms, a courtyard and the Empire Bar.
Do I need a reservation?
Yes — it is a formal, sought-after room, and you can request a courtyard, private-room or quieter seat when you book.
Reserve a Table
Reserve at Broussard's
Book ahead; request the courtyard or a quieter room when you reserve.
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Practical Information
Address819 Conti Street, French Quarter, New Orleans
NeighbourhoodFrench Quarter
CuisineFrench-Creole / Fine Dining
PriceBrunch plates ~$30; dinner upper-mid
Dress CodeSmart / elegant
SeatingChandeliered rooms, courtyard and Empire Bar
ReservationRecommended
