20 best places for Gumbo in New Orleans ranked

By Saumeya Mehrotra

Modified Jan 21, 2025 04:56 ET

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7. Brigtsen's

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Famous for its uptown vibe and hospitable service, Brigsten's does not serve seafood or okra in its gumbo but fills it with either chicken or andouille. Served with Jazzmine rice, the dark roux and well-seasoned flavors of gumbo here are nothing less than comfort.

Edited by Nimisha