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Shrimp and grits are a very popular and classic Southern dish. The dish is said to have originated in the Lowcountry of coastal Carolinas and Georgia. Many restaurants that focus on southern to creole/cajun cuisines tend to serve shrimp and grits. This list deals with similar restaurants which according to online blogs and reviews are known to serve delicious Shrimp and Grits.
20. Casamento's Restaurant - Magazine St
This seafood restaurant in magazine St. is known for serving fresh seafood for a very long time, i.e. since 1919. Based on reviews, their Oysters are the star of the show, from Fried Oysters to raw Oysters, all types of oysters served by Casamento's seem to be a hit. Please remember to carry cash as this is a cash-only restaurant.
19. Antoine's - St Louis St
This historic French restaurant has a large menu to select from, but considering you are browsing through this list, you are probably going to have their shrimp and grits. But along with shrimp and grits, other items like Oysters Rockefeller baked Alaska, etc are also popular among customers
18. Tujague's - Decatur St
This long-standing restaurant like many on this list also primarily sells traditional New Orleans Cuisine. Their menu features popular Shrimp and Grits to Creole Turtle Soup. This restaurant located in the French Quarter offers good food that you can enjoy while admiring its decor.
17. Crack'd Brunch - Sophie Wright Pl
It seems this place is mostly known as a brunch place, even though it also offers breakfast and lunch. According to Lindsey Matter on Google Reviews,
"Get the monkey bread! This was one of the best breakfasts I had in New Orleans. All the food was delicious and visually impressive. They have a good variety of options to choose from and the restaurant interior is gorgeous. You also get some serious bang for your buck. You WILL have leftovers. Yum!"
16. Jack Rose - St Charles Ave
Jack and Rose, located on the ground floor of the Pontchartrain Hotel in New Orleans, specializes in serving Cajun and Creole Cuisine along with a wide range of drinks. They are also praised for their decor and cocktails. Their most recommended items off the menu are Seared Scallops, Shrimp and Grits, Brussels Sprouts, etc.
15. Boucherie - Jeannette St
Though the interior of the place is often described as tight and small, the food and service at Boucherie are praised by many satisfied customers.
"Amazing meal. If you like savory flavors done right, in an intimate or quiet setting, this is your place. The food and drinks were full of flavor. Desserts are worth ordering multiple rounds/flights. You won’t be disappointed if you take a trip off the ‘Bourbon Streetpath with this local gem." - Darin Coble on Google Reviews
14. Tableau by Dickie Brennan & Co.
A restaurant that focuses on serving French-creole dishes. They have an open kitchen and balcony elevating the dining experience of the customers. Though their shrimp and grits are often praised by customers, unfortunately, it is not their recommended item off the menu, that spot is taken by Gulf Fish Almondine.
13. Coquette - Magazine St
Since you are here browsing this list you probably want to have Shrimp and Grits, and Coquette is known to offer delicious Shrimp and Grits, their raw bar is what receives more praise in online reviews, especially their Oysters. Other popular items include Bread and Beef Marmalade, Beef Short Rib, etc.
12. Olde Nola Cookery - Bourbon St
This New Orleans restaurant specializes in serving Cajun and Creole cuisine that is popular among tourists as well as locals. Though their Shrimp and Grits is praise-worthy their most recommended/popular items are Gumbo, Gator Tail Bites, crab cakes, etc.
11. Luke - St Charles Ave
This restaurant is located in The Roosevelt Hotel and is a "Creole-inspired Brasserie" that serves an array of dishes and drinks. Luke is famous for its Oysters (especially raw oysters) as well as Shrimp and Grits. Other most recommended items are salads, Seafood Gumbo, etc.
10. Atchafalaya - Louisiana Ave
The restaurant is specialized in Creole and American cuisine with a fusion of traditional recipes and "contemporary artistry". To no surprise, Shrimp & Grits is one of their popular dishes. Other most recommended items off the menu are Fried Green Tomatoes, Fried Green Tomatoes, etc.
9. Surrey's Café & Juice Bar - Magazine St
Yet another restaurant in Magazine St, Surrey offers American and Latin cuisine for breakfast and Lunch. The place offers Shrimp & Grits as well as BBQ Shrimp and Grits. In case you would love to have breakfast their most popular item at Surrey's is Banana Foster French toast.
8. Willa Jean - O'Keefe Ave
Willa Jean, described as a "Retro-chic café" is known for its fluffy biscuits and visuals, but besides this, they can also serve a variety of items like Chicken and Waffles to Shrimp and grits. According to Billy Harrison on Google reviews, if you are visiting New Orleans dining at Willie Jean is a must.
7. Ruby Slipper - Multiple Location
No review is better than the ones customers leave for a restaurant, and according to Google Reviews, Ruby Slipper is a great food place, especially for breakfast and brunch. As much as their Shrimp and Grits are popular, satisfied customers also mostly recommend trying their French toast bites.
6. Cafe Sbisa - Decatur St
According to online reviews, the cafe along with good food also entertains the customers with live music, especially jazz music. So, if you would love to try some southern delicacies while listening to jazz music then add Cafe Sbisa to your list. And without special mention, you can guess that their BBQ shrimp and grits are one the most recommended items off the menu.
5. La Petite Grocery - Magazine St
The place is not necessarily a grocery store but is a bistro built on what was once a grocery store in the 1800s. They serve authentic New Orleans cuisine with a twist of their own. From their popular and most recommended Shrimp and Grits to Blue crab Beignets, and turtle Bolognese you can find almost any New Orleans dish on their menu.
4. Li'l Dizzy's Cafe - Esplanade Ave
This popular cafe has been serving drinks and soul/southern foods to the people of New Orleans since 1947. In the cafe's own words "Lil Dizzy’s Cafe is a Creole soul food restaurant where the food is HOT and straight from the POT!!!!!!!" Their finger-licking good items include Shrimp and grits, Gumbo (the most recommended), etc.
3. Restaurant des Familles - Barataria Blvd
Restaurant des Familles mainly focuses on serving its customers seafood and dishes from Cajun cuisine and weirdly enough their view is unique because from the window you can see a pond with alligators. Other than their shrimp and grits you can also give their Alligator Stuffed Mushrooms a try.
2. Gris-Gris - Magazine St
Gris-gris specializes in southern cuisines and New Orleans specialties
"The ribeye was melt-in-your-mouth tender, and served with a yummy gravy and bulb of garlic - so flavorful! One of the best steaks I've ever had. They also had an oxtail special that I'd love to see added to the regular menu. They were falling off the bone and delicious!" - Angie Jones on Google Reviews
1. Cafe Amelie - Royal St
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This visually appealing cafe, with a courtyard featuring a fountain, is described as a "romantic spot." Customers can dine indoors or outdoors. Try their most recommended dish: Shrimp and Grits, which satisfied customers describe as being "cooked to perfection".
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