Commander's Palace

Traditional New Orleans cuisine, this restaurant is practically an institution in New Orleans. Established in or around 1880, this is a restaurant owned by the Brennan family, specifically Ella Brennan and her children. If you come to New Orleans and have a little extra to spend on a very nice dinner, in my opinion, Commander's Palace is the place to spend it. While the actual entrees and dishes are reasonably priced, the restaurant's extensive wine list can ratchet up the cost. Upscale, great atmosphere with many different seating areas. Upstairs and the Patio areas are the most romantic, also a bit quieter. Reservations are recommended and if a certain area is preferred, request it specifically. The waitstaff is excellent. Evenings when it isn't quite as busy are wonderful, but highly unusual. The menu changes seasonally, but some offerings are constant such as their famous turtle soup. A favourite of mine is the shrimp and grits. The bread pudding souffle with its white chocolate whiskey sauce is unlike any other you'll ever have the pleasure of trying. A perfect place to celebrate anything worth celebrating. Recommend this restaurant highly! I have dined and had private parties here many times and haven't had a bad experience, nor have my guests.