Discover all the New Orleans restaurants featured in the 2025 Michelin Guide — from 2-Star fine dining to Bib Gourmand local favorites.
Big culinary news: the Michelin Guide has officially come to the American South for the very first time and of course, New Orleans showed up in style.
From fine dining legends to po-boy joints, the Crescent City captured Michelin Stars, Bib Gourmands, and Recommended restaurant honors across the board.
So if you’re visiting for the first time or you’ve lived here all your life, this new list is your perfect guide to the best food New Orleans has to offer.
👉 For Michelin’s full announcement and expert commentary, check out Eater’s coverage here.
⭐⭐ Two MICHELIN Stars
Emeril’s — Creole Cuisine, Warehouse District – $$$
Chef E.J. Lagasse, son of the legendary Emeril Lagasse, has re-energized this New Orleans icon.
Michelin’s inspectors were blown away by BBQ shrimp tarts, deep, rich gumbo, and golden cornbread with French butter . Dishes that blend familiarity with fine-dining refinement.
Expect plush banquettes, a stunning open kitchen, and service that’s both warm and polished.
⭐ One MICHELIN Star
Saint-Germain — Contemporary, Bywater – $$$$
Hidden behind an unassuming storefront, this intimate spot offers a creative tasting menu by Chefs Blake Aguillard and Trey Smith. Think Carolina Gold rice with crab and ginger, squab with creamed greens, and cheese soufflé with brûléed sugar. A can’t-miss experience for adventurous eaters.
Zasu — American Contemporary, Mid-City – $$$
Chef Sue Zemanick delivers elegance and heart in a cozy Mid-City cottage. Expect a tight, seafood-driven menu with French flair — seared scallops in Thai chile-lime butter and tilefish with sweet potatoes and beurre blanc headline the show.
Bib Gourmands: Great Food at Great Value
Michelin’s Bib Gourmand category celebrates restaurants that deliver exceptional food without the high-end price tag. These are the spots locals already love but now officially Michelin-approved.
New Orleans Bib Gourmand Restaurants 2025:
- Acamaya – $$
- Cochon – $$
- Cochon Butcher – $$
- Domilise’s Po-Boy and Bar – $
- Dooky Chase – $$
- Hungry Eyes – $$
- Lufu NOLA – $$
- Mister Mao – $$
- Parkway Bakery and Tavern – $
- Saba – $$
- Turkey and the Wolf – $
This list captures the soul of everyday eating in New Orleans.
Recommended Restaurants
The Recommended category highlights restaurants Michelin inspectors loved even if they didn’t earn a star or Bib. These places represent the full flavor of the city, from fine-dining classics to brunch musts.
New Orleans Recommended Restaurants 2025:
- 34 Restaurant and Bar $$$
- Addis Nola $$
- Atchafalaya $$
- August $$$$
- Clancy’s $$$
- Compère Lapin $$$
- Dakar NOLA $$$$
- Galatoire’s $$$
- Herbsaint $$$
- Killer PoBoys $
- La Petite Grocery $$$
- Molly’s Rise and Shine $
- Osteria Lupo $$$
- Patois $$$
- Pêche $$$
- Saffron NOLA $$$
- The Kingsway $$$$
- Willie Mae’s NOLA $$
Where to Eat by Neighborhood
Warehouse District
- Emeril’s (⭐⭐)
- Herbsaint
- Cochon / Cochon Butcher
- Pêche
Bywater & Marigny
- Saint-Germain (⭐)
- Dakar NOLA
- Saffron NOLA
Mid-City
- Zasu (⭐)
- Parkway Bakery and Tavern
- Willie Mae’s NOLA
Uptown / Garden District
- Clancy’s
- Patois
- Atchafalaya
- La Petite Grocery
- Molly’s Rise and Shine
- Saba
- Hungry Eyes
- Mister Mao
French Quarter
- Galatoire’s
- Killer PoBoys
- Compère Lapin
CBD – Central Business District
- Lufu NOLA
- August
- 34 Restaurant and Bar
Explore and Eat Like a Local
If you’re visiting New Orleans, skip the car — hop on a pedicab and make your own Michelin food crawl.
From po-boys at Domilise’s to fine dining at Emeril’s, this list proves what locals already know: New Orleans isn’t just a food city — it’s the food city.
So bring your appetite, your sense of adventure, and let’s roll.