Brennan's
7.7Friend Score / 10#5 of 20 Restaurants in New Orleans
Known forBananas Fosterseafood gumboEggs HussardeCreole Caesar salad
Brennan's is a storied New Orleans fine-dining institution on Royal Street, famous for inventing Bananas Foster and delivering consistently excellent Creole cuisine in an elegant courtyard setting. Must-tries include the seafood gumbo, Eggs Hussarde, soft-shell crab, and the tableside-prepared Bananas Foster with its full theatrical history. The service is attentive and staff make special occasions memorable—but expect upscale pricing and a formal atmosphere rather than casual dining.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | $$$ |
| Phone | (504) 525-9711 |
| Website | brennansneworleans.com |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 21, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.7/10- Value6.5
- excellence8.5
- local_love6.5
- Authenticity8.0
- fame_sustained8.5
- distinctiveness8.5
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