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Rue 127

127 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70119
  • (504) 483-1571
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  • Charles S.

    We had a wonderful meal here and I would love to give it 5 stars but I can not because my mashed potato's were Luke warm. Otherwise however everything was faultless. Thee mussels are superb and served with delicious fries. For a main I had the scollops superb with mushrooms fennel and onions. Sadly the delicious mashed potatoes were luke warm. My wife had a perfect duck gumbo. The service was very pleasant and the ambiance in an old house delightful. We will return and I can recommend it highly

    (4)

  • Charles S.

    We had a wonderful meal here and I would love to give it 5 stars but I can not because my mashed potato's were Luke warm. Otherwise however everything was faultless. Thee mussels are superb and served with delicious fries. For a main I had the scollops superb with mushrooms fennel and onions. Sadly the delicious mashed potatoes were luke warm. My wife had a perfect duck gumbo. The service was very pleasant and the ambiance in an old house delightful. We will return and I can recommend it highly

    (4)

  • C.Rose P.

    I love the casual-fine atmosphere, the fresh food, and the fact that they were able to whoop up a veggie plate for me, without making a fuss. I was just gonna settle for a normal risotto, but they took good care of me! My one gripe? I wish they'd mentioned walnuts in the spoon-bread that we had for dessert. The dessert was lovely, but my allergy didn't agree. My evening ended with a decent dinner bill and an Epipen. Even then, crap happens. We had a lovely experience otherwise, I'll just be sure to ask before I order in the future.

    (4)

  • Chris F.

    Excellent food. Great cocktails. Only gripe is that like a lot of places in New Orleans its not big enough for a big group, but too noisy for a date night (at least on a weekend). Perfect for a group of four really.

    (4)

  • Alexander G.

    Good as it gets. If you're looking for good food thats not smack in the middle of touristville, aka "you can actually park nearby" then this is your place. I'm not a huge fan of Cajun so I came here and was not disappointed! Get the gumbo and roasted chicken. Also the staff is really friendly and attentive.

    (5)

  • Pam M.

    By far, the best meal we have had at a restaurant in a long time. And we went at 10:15 pm on a Saturday night and they were about to close. Mushroom risotto was awesome! I typically don't order iceberg lettuce salad, but my husband wanted to try it, and it was delicious! Just the right amount of blue cheese dressing, and chives that we couldn't get over how good it was. The pork chops just melted in your mouth! You can tell the food was made with love! Awesome place!

    (5)

  • Marielle S.

    I barely know where to even begin in describing how excellent Rue 127 is. We stopped in here on a whim, because our first choice (Ralph's on the Park) was booked to capacity. We didn't have a reservation here (they recommend one) so we had the choice of sitting outside on the patio or at a table in the bar area. We chose the bar. We started with delicious fried okra and bone marrow. The fried okra was lightly battered and fried and came with tomatillo sauce for dipping. The okra spears were delicious and a perfect start to the experience. The bone marrow was roasted veal marrow bones filled with caramelized onions and chipotle salsa verde. Decadent is an understatement. The marrow was amazing and when it mixed with the onions and salsa verde it created an unbelievable taste experience. I couldn't get over how rich and delicious this appetizer was. For my entree I got the pan seared salmon which was herb crusted salmon over white and green bean succotash with a bacon broth. I liked that the fish had a nice crust of herbs on it. The meat below the crust was tender and cooked to perfection. I loved how it just flaked off when I touched it with my fork. It spilled into the bacon broth and absorbed that juice, adding even more flavor to the experience. It was a perfect combination of fish and vegetables with a little something extra. Throughout the meal the wait staff was extremely attentive, and even though we were kind of off to the side, they checked on us constantly. The place itself is pretty small, so I definitely would make reservations in the future. I can also see how this would be a fantastic little stop for lunch. I will gladly return.

    (5)

  • Ane T.

    Love love love this quaint little restaurant. When I say little, I mean little. There's probably about 10-12 tables max! But......the food was yummilicious!!! Although (there's a reason why I didn't give it 5 stars) the steak wasn't all that great. Everyone else's entrees were great! MUST get their infamous fried cupcakes! It's definitely one of a kind.

    (4)

  • Leslie M.

    Hands down fantastic food. The service is a bit amateurish, but what's on the plate will make this a regular place for me! Possibly the best gumbo in town.

    (4)

  • Nicole M.

    I'd highly recommend a reservation, as this is a small place, but make it an go, ASAP! We loved every bit of our meal here. The cocktail menu had just been updated, and I loved the fresh crisp Phileas Fog in Honolulu. We had fried okra (crisp with a delicious dipping sauce) and mussels (served with fries in a saffrony) sauce for apps. I'd orders the okra again, but probably skip the mussels. Not because they weren't good, but just because the other courses were better. For an entree, we had the chicken. It came seasoned and cooked perfectly. The meat was tender and the skin was crisp. For chicken, it was truly excellent. The side of Mac and cheese was the true star of the dish, though. It has the perfect crust and an amazing amount of flavorful cheese. I could eat a bowl of just that! After all of that, we had to try dessert, because so many Yelp reviews raved about it. We had the deconstructed key lime pie--perfectly tart, very inventive. The true highlight of our trip were the deep fried cupcakes. We were told we had to try them. We were a bit skeptical, as none of us are huge red velvet fans, but boy are we glad to have given them a shot. Best dessert anyone at our table has had in a long time (and we're big dessert fans). The cupcakes were the perfect size and not too rich or greasy, despite being deep fried. They came with three excellent dipping sauces (chocolate, salted caramel, and something with a nice citrus note), but I think they tasted perfect on their own. They had cream cheese icing on the inside that oozed out as you took a bite. Go, eat, order the deep fried cupcakes, and enjoy this neighborhood gem!

    (5)

  • Helen L.

    My husband and I had dinner here during the Coolinary event. The special they presented was nice. My husband ordered grilled drum with a nice salad. I ordered the hamburger and homemade fries. It was very good and the bun was amazing. I also ordered the Honolulu cocktail. It was very tasty. I will return!

    (4)

  • Damian K.

    We really enjoyed the food and ambience at this Mid-City restaurant. My wife ordered the corn and cauliflower soup and was blown away, especially as the server told her that it contained no dairy. We'll have to ask for the recipe next time we're there. For my entrée I had the hanger steak (rare) and it was delicious. It was served with fingerling potatoes, leeks, mushrooms, charred tomatoes and a light poblano vinaigrette. All cooked perfectly. My wife had the shrimp remoulade salad which was served with a remoulade vinaigrette, so the dressing was light and complimented the fresh shrimp and was exactly right for lunch. Can't wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Keandra R.

    Three words....... FRIED CHICKEN SKINS!!!!!!!! *drops mic* A friend of mine lives walking distance from the Mid-City location. so when the place popped up a few months ago he pestered me about going with him. I totally wasn't up for dinner on a weeknight but I'm glad I gave in. I had the scallops which were cooked to perfection. He ordered the porkchop that came with risotto I believe. We ordered a few cocktails as well....can't go wrong with any of them honestly. Didn't have dessert, but I always hear folks RAVE about the fried cupcakes. The atmosphere and decor are amazing. Its a cute little spot! A must visit in the ever growing Mid-City area.

    (4)

  • Shannon S.

    Nice historic building that they did little remodeling too and fortunately preserved much of the historic nature of the old shotgun building. Due to the historic nature of the building the dining space is quite small and intimate which could be a good or bad thing depending on what you're looking for. The menu is very concise and the plastic chairs would be best replaced by some wooden ones eventually. This is the first and only place I've had a hot shrimp remoulade salad and I've got to say I find I prefer the cooler versions. They have a decent selection of items but its a bit on the pricey side considering the portion size. They serve some nice bread and butter with your meal and the hostess seems to often double as the only server which leads to decent but not always quick service. Overall this probably wouldn't be my first choice for a nice restaurant as it seems to often lack bang for the buck but it is one of the few nicer dining options in Mid-City.

    (3)

  • Kelleigh E.

    We stumbled upon this treasure during We Live to Eat Restaurant Week. And I'm glad we did. The bartender graciously gave us our first impression with his impeccable mixology skills. We each had two original specialty cocktails and I had a taste of all four. My initial thought was that if this guy could serve me a (peach infused) whiskey beverage that didn't make me gag, he certainly has a gift like no other bartender I've ever encountered. I've never been one to enjoy whiskey, but his magical ability transformed it into something miraculous. We started our meal with Gumbo, Shrimp & Saffron and a Wedge Salad. The flavors were spot on and everything was perfect. I had the quail and he had the the pork. Both entrees were incredible. As for dessert, no matter the route you choose, cherry tart, cheesecake, or something else, you won't go wrong. Everything was amazing and we will definitely be back. And that's a huge compliment with the amount of culinary dining experiences in NOLA. It's rare that a restaurant stands out this much.

    (5)

  • Buster W.

    Has dinner at the bar last night. Started with the gumbo which was excellent. My wife had the seasonal risotto, also very good. Then we each had a deep fried fois gras ball. We kept the theme of small plates going with the seasonal sausage appetizer total hit. Them split the duck breast entree between 3 of us. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu because it is constantly changing to keep up with the freshest available ingredients. Small and quaint with excellent staff. And a pretty good bartender (mixologist). Or whatever John likes to be called.

    (5)

  • Kevin A.

    The reservation for a table was on time and we were seated promptly. Unfortunately from there it went downhill. Our waitress Ashley gave us a real treat of some sharp cheddar except it was attitude not cheese. Don't know what she was mad about it she took her sweet time getting to us and taking care of us. The food was different. We had the gumbo with horseradish potato salad right in the middle of the gumbo. An acquired taste. One of us had the duck which was under done and rubbery. I had scallops for $27 and got a grand total of three. The most expensive scallops I've ever had. Salmon was also ordered and was supposedly done to order but it wasn't. All in all a rather disappointing experience for top dollar. Better foods available elsewhere and for less.

    (2)

  • William U.

    If you want a five star food experience in NOLA it's worth going mid city (out of downtown). There is a little restaurant in a house in Carrollton that is owned by a chef who schooled at the Culinary Institute of America. Every single thing we ate at the restaurant was fantastic. The gumbo is very unique. Starting with duck and chicken, the chef adds horseradish potato salad which gives it a unique pop. I ate a hamburger with kimchi and a Sambal aioli served with hand cut French fries. The hamburger was out of this world and the Korean cabbage added some nice hot spice. My wife had a tasting menu that included chilled watermelon gazpacho, duck tamales and pork tenderloin with sautéed apples. The deserts were out of the world and the Pastry Chef (also schooled at CIA knows her craft). Wine list was great. We had a 1998 Gran Cru for 125 dollars which is not bad considering the year and the region of the wine. Oh I forgot the handcrafted cocktails. Not too sweet and not too sour. Just perfect balance and harmony. All locals and tourists should check this place out!

    (5)

  • Randy M.

    A hidden gem tucked away from the hustle of the French Quarter. This is a concerted shotgun house that has transformed into a hip art, craft drink and foodie spot. The menu carries some great salads, traditional Nola food and current foodie items like broccoli rab, gourmet Mac n cheese and fried olives. The decor is smile yet elegant with lock art on the walls and a kitchen in full view behind a window. There is outside seating for cool nights and a bar up front. It was the first night for our waitress so I cannot speak to the staff except that she didn't fully know the menu but was friendly and attentive. The restaurant was full so they seemed overwhelmed at times but nothing to worry about. We enjoyed the gumbo, broccoli rab and fried okra. The fried okra was light and crispy with a great dipping sauce. The gumbo has duck confit as an ingredient and a flavorful spice combination. The rab was splashed with garlic and chilli flakes. Yum.

    (4)

  • Faith A.

    Kicking myself in the butt for waiting so long to come here. The gumbo was just perfect and its not your grandmas gumbo either. They do their own little twist on it and they are doing it right. The scallops with the fries is a great app to share. It's a super tiny place but if you go early you can beat the rush. I left very full and very happy. I can't wait to return!

    (5)

  • Mary Elizabeth W.

    If you like small cozy restaurants, then Rue 127 is the place for you! The tiny restaurant is located in an old shotgun house and is barely larger than my apartment (which is tiny, btw). But, the service was excellent and the food was tasty! I got the gumbo with potato salad, then the scallops and finished the meal with the apple crunch. I also had a delicious blueberry cocktail with dessert that was creamy and the perfect compliment to the apple crunch (I wish I could remember what it was called...) I highly recommend this place!

    (4)

  • Tamara F.

    I really wanted to like this place.. In fact, we tried to go to this restaurant last year and made the big mistake of just walking in without reservations.. We were immediately asked if we had reservations and when we said we didn't, we were told that we could wait an hour or so and they might be able to put us at an outside table. Um, no thanks. I chose not to wait an hour to find out if I could sit outside the actual place!! So, since then, I have been super hesitant about trying it again. Well, we went yesterday with reservations and 4 other people. We walked in, were seated immediately inside this time and basically this set the stage for the whole evening. The hostess seemed less than enthusiastic as she seated us and even though we were one of the only tables in the place, it took a particularly longer than should have been amount of time for anyone to even come over to the table. When our very nice (insert sarcasm) waitress came over, she seemed irritated and no interactions had even taken place. I didn't get her name bc I don't think she gave it to us, but she was a tall thin girl with red hair. She finally came over and asked if we wanted drinks. I knew what I wanted, but a few people in our party struggled with answering right away bc they were not sure what they wanted, and she just left the table. Seriously?? You can't wait a minute for everyone in the party to order something??? When she came back, one person had decided on a glass of Merlot to which she sharply replied.. "we don't sell that by the glass only by the bottle!" And she again walked away from the table... My aunt agreed to try another type of wine that was ordered by another person in our party, but it might have been nice for this waitress, since attending to our needs, is actually the JOB of the wait staff to have suggested a comparable wine that did, in fact come by the glass or to point out other cocktails on the cocktail menu that we didn't even know existed bc the hostess just placed it on the table, in the middle, and didn't bother to tell us that there was a separate wine and drink menu!!! This really set the tone for everything else. Our drinks came and were fine and we were told about one special that they had.. it seemed more like an afterthought by the waitress right before we placed our orders.. Again, complete apathy on her part for her job, for us as customers, and this overall feeling of imagined superiority that surely can't exist to be a good waitress/waiter. Our food came and actually was quite good. The portions are super small, almost like tasting plates, but I had the scallops and they were very good. We ordered the duck, the roasted chicken, and the mahi mahi fish. Everyone seemed very happy with their entrees. Again, I felt that perhaps the waitress, for lack of a better term, could have suggested some appetizers or side dishes by simply mentioning that entrees were on the small side or by some way indicating or suggesting or selling up on the apps or trying to add a soup or salad. The menu is kind of strange and doesn't really fully mesh so as a diner, I kind of felt confused about what I should order or the way I should proceed and there was zero attempt to offer assistance. We were never asked if we wanted dessert or coffee and the bill was brought to us much the same way everything else was handled with us, so we promptly walked across the street to Brocata's to get coffee and dessert. I really wanted to like this place,but the overall vibe is that I left with feeling that I wasn't really appreciated there and that they didn't really need me to be there. I have dined at some of the best places in New Orleans, like Emeril's and Commander's and what I always remember is the experience, not just the food. I didn't have an experience there.. I felt it was lacking and leaving me wanting more of everything, so I won't be back. There are just too many options, maybe even places where the food isn't as good, but the experience is a thousand times better and makes me feel good about dining there. I felt irritated that I had dropped a few hundred dollars at a place that didn't appreciate me... Enough said.. words to the restaurant management.. Get over yourselves.. You're good, but you're not THAT good for all the attitude!!

    (2)

  • Tom C.

    This has to be my new favorite place!!! Service, food, drinks, vibe were all excellent. Drinks- You have to check out the special cocktail menu. I had the Thomas Jefferson and my wife had the George Washington. I thought the Washington was outstanding but the Jefferson wasn't far off. Food- I ordered the mussels as my app and Scallops for my entrée and both were cooked to absolute perfection and beautifully presented. My wife order the roasted chicken with baked mac and cheese and roasted brussel sprouts. She said the chicken was very good and the brussel sprouts were amazing and the Mac &cheese was to die for. Service- our waitress was very knowledgeable and very attentive. No complaints. Overall our experience was excellent and if you haven't been here you need to.

    (5)

  • Maggie W.

    I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit here and it's been on my list to try for some time. I will definitely be giving it a second try. We had an 8:30 reservation, arrived about 20 minutes early, and were seated about 10 minutes after we arrived. The ambiance is really nice here. It's a small shotgun style house with eclectic decor. I believe we were in the "main" dining room which is quite small but it looks like there may be some side rooms as well. We ordered beer and wine and found there to be a small but nice selection of both. We then ordered our entrees. I had the ribeye and my friend the pork chop. Both were outstanding. I tasted the pork chop and was amazed at how tender and juicy it was for the size. My ribeye was also fantastic and served with some very flavorful potatoes and mushrooms. The only strange part to the evening was the frequency with which our water was refilled. And I know some folks may not consider it an issue....but about every 3 minutes the guy was refilling every glass at the table regardless of how full it was. There's a point where this just starts to become disruptive to the conversation at the table. Once our drinks and food arrived, this died off, but I found it hysterical at first!

    (4)

  • Andrew B.

    I ended up coming here quite by accident in the middle of the week a few months ago. If you aren't looking for it on Carrollton, you're not going to find it as it is quite recessed from the sidewalk. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food, seasonality of the menu, friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, as well as the decor and creativity. I've been back many times since and cannot recommend any single item, though you MUST try the deep fried cupcakes for dessert at least once. That being said, the cupcakes being fried really is not representative of their menu--don't let that fool you. Every time I've left I've felt pleasantly plump, delightfully tipsy, and had a safe ride home via the streetcar that rolls right by the front. Do not pass this place up. Come hungry. Tip well!

    (5)

  • M Q.

    I am a local and ALWAYS love Rue 127. I have never had a bad meal there! I brought 7 people from out of town there during our college reunion last weekend. They were all thrilled. We had a variety of items. It took a little while to get our drinks, but very soon afterwards the food started coming. Once they tasted the food and saw that everyone there was working together to keep things moving we settled in and had a hard time leaving to go to our next event. Wonderful!!

    (5)

  • Naomi L.

    Sorry, we had a bit of a let-down here. I've had this place bookmarked and was happily able to go w/a small group of friends for some birthday fun. This is a cute place tucked into S. Carrolton that you wouldn't expect next to a bank and joints like Witt's End and a noodle house. There's a few outdoor tables w/heating lamps, which was nice. Inside, there's a bar when you first walk in and then seating with the kitchen in the back (nice that you can see the kitchen thru a plate of glass). They said our table wasn't ready, so we sat to get drinks. Then came the issues: 1) My $9 or $10 fizzy drink tasted like flavored water. I didn't want to complain, so I drank it. I probably should have just said something instead of being salty about it. 2) The bartender put 2 other people's drinks on our tabs w/o asking us. Not that that's the end of the world and they were friends, but he still should have asked since that was ~$40 just for those and he didn't put everyone's drinks on. I kinda wonder what made him pick and chose to charge us for. 3) They didn't seat us for 30 minutes past our reservation time. I know it's Friday night, but you should respect our time as well. Also, only 1 other group came in after us, so it's not like they were crazy busy. 4) The food was hit or miss. The scallops were good, but the risotto was uncooked and more cheese than rice. The salmon was not the right temperature and the taste was a bit off. Sorry, the fried cupcakes were not delicious. However, the sticky toffee pudding got good reviews. Overall, I am a bit sad in general. Based on other reviews, I was really excited to find another hidden gem in Mid City. Perhaps they were tired towards the end of the night or we got them on a off evening. Either way, I don't think we'll be back.

    (2)

  • Katherine L.

    On a regular drive along Carrollton you might miss this little gem of a romantic intimate small restaurant, across the street from Angelo Brocato's and Venezia and placed next to Italian Pie and Doson Noodle House. We came here for dessert. When I checked out the menu online, it said that they had a blueberry upside down cake. When we got into the restaurant, that item was not on the menu, to great disappointment. But don't worry, there were other great things listed! Blackberry tart served with... a wine sorbet, can't recall exactly, on a crushed pecan crust... What?!?! This was pretty amazing and so good. We took small dainty bites like 'real proper' ladies. And what else was on special? A red curry mango sorbet? Sounds like a strange combo for a sorbet right? But it was fantastic, you could taste every little ingredient in there and it was a pretty perfect blend. We accompanied our dessert with a press of coffee which was a nice compliment, balancing the sweetness of the tart and sorbet. Despite the annoying street parking situation, I will most likely come back to try some of their wonderful sounding entrees.

    (5)

  • Cody H.

    I really give this place 3 1/2, but yelp doesn't let us. The food here is pretty good. I especially liked the gumbo its done with potato salad instead of rice. The salmon was really good also. My son wasn't a fan of anything of this place except the dessert which was deep friend cupcakes and we also had smores. Its a nice little restaurant that is perfect for a casual dinner. We sat outside and the bartender had to take care of us. I will go back.

    (4)

  • Robert B.

    This is a review I have no qualms about writing. I often write a review after only one or two visits to an establishment and feel a little like I'm not being fair. I do try to address that issue in those reviews and make it known it is a preliminary review. Such is not the case for Rue 127. I have dined here many times with different friends and with family as well. I have never had anything less than a stellar meal here, and I have never heard any complaints from any of my dining companions. My last visit was a few weeks ago with a lovely friend after a wine tasting. We were hungry but had trouble deciding where to go. My friend pretty much left it up to me , so I chose Rue because I knew the food would be great. The dining room is small but comfortable with a banquette on one side and tables on the other. We were allowed to choose our seating which I love. One of my pet peeves about hostesses is when they immediately seat you at the worst table in the house, usually near the WC or a bussing station. Then you have to ask for another table and they make you feel like you're a PITA. Anyway, we chose a nice banquette seat. My dining companion is not a big eater, so we chose two entrees to split--scallops with roasted cauliflower and an orange vinaigrette and a veal chop with a beet and parsnip (I think) chiffonnade or something like that on top and finished with a nice demi-glace. Both were awesome though splitting a veal chop can be a little, well, neanderthal. We basically looked like two dogs fighting over a veal chop. In my past visits to Rue I have had the following and recommend them ALL - mussels, gumbo with horseradish potato salad, fried oysters with jicama slaw (awesome), duck breast, duck confit (no longer on the menu which is a dommage because it is as good as any in town), grass fed filet. The only dessert I've had is the deep fried cupcakes which were not up to par with the entrees. Two last comments, one good, one bad. The Good - The food here is as good as any in town. A national publication, don't remember which, rated it as New Orleans most underrated restaurant. I agree. And given all that, the prices are extremely reasonable. The Not So Good - I have a problem with the wine list. It's not the quality; it's the slim pickings, and there are not enough bottles in the $25-$35 range. At my last visit, I saw a Bordeaux on the menu which was in that range, but they were out of it. We ended up getting an Italian red, I think a tempranillo, which was fine but not what I wanted. Oh well. Maybe they will improve on that. Even if not, I will be back.

    (5)

  • Jess R.

    We were really looking forward to eating here after a good amount of online research and a few really strong word of mouth reviews. Unfortunately, things really fell flat and left us disappointed and frankly stunned at how not good things were. Nutshell- our apps were not good, pork chop was good, and our particular server sucked. Feel free to continue reading for all the unfortunate details. We started with the fried olives. Of note- I am an olive fiend. I regularly crave olives and eat them straight out of the jar. They were stuffed with blue cheese and bacon and fried and frankly were just an assault on the palate. The different salty flavors should have melded harmoniously but instead all just heaped together to make a salted salty mess. Next we had the bone narrow and the gumbo. Gumbo was ok, lukewarm, watery consistency, and honestly forgettable. Even though the description touted delicious ingredients like duck confit, andouille sausage. Both suffered the same fate in that they were boiled into a flavorless oblivion. The marrow was ok, but forgettable, definitely not even close to being great. We shared a pork chop entree- definitely the highlight of the meal. It was cooked perfectly, seasoned well, and the corn Macchu and crispy onions went perfectly. My only complaint here was that the chop was again lukewarm. The corn dish was absolutely fantastic- like a creamy polenta with bits of whole corn- sweet, creamy, corny goodness. The Mac and cheese was ok. Not the best, not the worst, and again- forgettable. Unfortunately our server Ashley was terrible. We had long intervals of her absence, she was not friendly, offered limited insight into the menu or recommendations, forgot wine we ordered and by the end of the meal had home from civil and unfriendly to just unfriendly. I'm not sure what was going on in her life but today seemed like a bad day, and she took it out on us. The other waitress and hostess were delightful, friendly, receptive, prompt and efficient, which only highlighted the faults with out own service even more harshly. Overall the place is super adorable, and seems like it should be a really awesome dinner spot, but really was quite a disappointment- especially considering how expensive it was and the poor service. Food was not that great and definitely does not inspire me to want to come back and try anything else on the menu. Major bummer.

    (2)

  • Alison L.

    This place is awesome! I ordered a Moscow Mule although it's not on the menu because I noticed they had house made ginger beer. it was excellent. The roasted chicken was the juiciest chicken I've ever eaten. Brussels sprouts were delicious. And OMG, the mac n cheese was to die for. The others in my party all loved their dishes, too which included the pork chop, scallops, and the fish (don't remember the name of the type of fish). The desserts were amazing also. We shared the pumpkin trifle (WOW) and the sticky toffee pudding. Make sure to get reservations as it's very small. Great service and great atmosphere also!

    (5)

  • Kelli J.

    Our first visit was for Valentines Day and it was perfect! From the moment we walked in everyone was very sweet and welcoming. They had a 6 course tasting menu for the holiday, every one of which was delicious, and the (optional) wine pairing was a perfect compliment. Having tried the tasting menu, I definitely want to return to experience the regular daily menu.

    (5)

  • Kim-Thao H.

    After hearing so many great reviews about Rue 127, I finally had the pleasure of dining at this adorable and quaint little restaurant. The restaurant still had Christmas decorations and they made it feel so homey and comfortable. My friend and I decided to come for lunch, and it was delish! I'm really itching to come back for dinner to get the "full" experience, because the lunch menu didn't offer me everything I wanted to try. Okay so let's get to. the food. For starters, we got the Butternut Squash Soup and the Pear Salad. The soup was warm, not hot and very light with a hint of sweetness. It was good, but I'm not a big soup person so it wasn't a dish I was crazy over. The Pear Salad, on the other hand, was so refreshing! Such a good combination of dressing, lettuce, bacon, croutons, and pears! As entrees, I got the much talked about Pan Seared Puppy Drum and my gal friend got the Fried Oyster Salad. Thanks Kim-mi Vu for the suggestion for the puppy drum, and it was just FABULOUS! I loved it, and I'm not even a big fish eater! From the orange broth to the bacon to the mussels and even the grapefruit, it was perfection I tell you! Who would've know they would go so well together! I had a taste of my friend's oyster salad and it too was a clear winner! Sooo much flavor! The horseradish dressing really made this dish and complemented the yummy fried oysters awesomely. The dessert just really made this experience for me; I mean seriously, that shiz was DA BOMBDIGGITY!!! I'm already a cupcake fanatic, and when I found out Rue 127 had DEEP FRIED CUPCAKES, I knew this restaurant was a must-try! And boy, they did not disappoint. What made it even better was that they were PUMPKIN CUPCAKES! YUMMM!!! There were a total of five cupcakes and it came with three sauces: chocolate, cinnamon, and butterscotch . My faves were the cinnamon and butterscotch (not that big of a chocolate person). I honestly want to come back just for these babies! Service-wise, our waiter was attentive and informative. I wish he was a littler friendlier, but not a big deal. The pricing is very reasonable compared to other restaurants, and our bill for all this was only $55. Ahhh Rue 127, I can't wait to come back for dinner!

    (5)

  • Katie A.

    Visited this restaurant after wanting to try it for some time. I took my parents here for a meal. Our server, Ashely, was curt and rude to us. It took a long time to order our cocktails and then our meals when the restaurant wasn't even full. I ordered the duck breast, it came rubbery. The kimchi tasted off as well that came with it. We weren't even asked if we wanted dessert and then the check was dumped at our table after a very long wait after it was cleared. Overall it wasn't a good experience. I was hoping for a nice meal with my parents after not having seen them for some time and it turned out terrible. I do no recommend at all.

    (1)

  • Emily B.

    AMAZING! Neighborhood restaurant that was exquisite from beginning to end. Definitely start with a cocktail and try the bar bites as they delicious. I had the fried olives which were very good. The bartender was friendly and helped me pick out a cocktail. Will definitely be stopping by at Mardi Gras as they are along the endymion route. The menu was standard New orleans with a twist, which is perfect for a native. Would definitely recommend, especially when you have friends/family in town but don't want to do the quarter.

    (5)

  • Austin A.

    Rue 127 was a suggestion by a good friend of local food critic, Tom Fitzsimmons. A group of 6 went on a day when the Saints were playing so the restaurant seemed like it was all for us (also indicating it was more a locals spot). We felt immediately welcomed by the staff and the cozy nature of the place. They had a great wine list that you could tell was hand-selected and not too pricey. We got apps for the table that were all really good (fried olives, fried okra, cornbread, fried oysters). Entrees were outstanding as well. As we finished we had some bread pudding and I ordered off the the dessert cocktail menu (very inventive!). The drink I got was wonderful and unique. While the bread pudding itself was just okay (a little dense) the house-made ice cream it came with was incredible -- wished I had a whole bowl. Everyone at the table (literally everyone) declared their new favorite restaurant in NOLA. I would recommend to anyone.

    (5)

  • Matt T.

    Service was very friendly and efficient. Restaurant was very clean and appointed nicely. Menu read well, but the execution was off. The gumbo sounded great; the nicely rouxed seafood gumbo was totally overpowered by an extremely overly-horseradished potato salad center. A nice concept to serve in lieu of rice, but the horseradish dressing killed the gumbo. Swing and a miss. We also ordered the scallop dish. The scallops were unfortunately full of sand. The sous vide then pan sauteed fingerlings that accompanied the scallops were finished with saffron: another unnecessary added flavor that confused a simple dish. Seems that all across the menu, the kitchen wanted to add unnecessary flourishes which never let the food speak for itself. The mussels with lemongrass were flavorless. The highlight of the meal were the frites that came with the mussels. Very sad for the price we paid.

    (2)

  • Kristen R.

    I'm pretty stingy with my stars but this place earned it! An old house converted into an adorable cozy restaurant. The food was incredible! Absolutely everything was artfully prepared with a perfect balance of flavors. I went with a group. We spent 3 hours eating and sampled a wide array of items from the menu. Standouts for me: fried bacon and blue cheese stuffed olives, candied jalapeño corn bread bites, the gumbo, the short ribs, and (I forget the exact name) the sticky something... A marriage of bread pudding, coffee cake, and creme brûlée... Heavenly! The service was also amazing which is tough to find down here in the south where everything moves so painfully slow (for us out-of-towners). I will definitely be back next time I'm in town!

    (5)

  • Jordan H.

    As good as it gets. A Mid-City gem off the beaten path of "gourmet dining" in New Orleans. Rue 127 is proof that an unpretentious and simple neighborhood aesthetic can still coexist with a dining experience. Highlights include the fried duck legs (a special) and the mussels with chorizo. Every dish feels very familiar yet impeccably crafted to perfection and never boring. The cocktails are delicious and aren't over-sugared (particular emphasis on their signature cucumber beverage). Best of all- this fine dining experience comes at a wallet-friendly price. Lastly, Megan is an outstanding waitress who will ensure your eating experience is nothing short of outstanding.

    (5)

  • Becca B.

    Our experience at Rue 127 was amazing from start to finish. The atmosphere is so cozy and the lighting is perfect for date night! Our server was Ashley and she was amazing because she was very hospitable and really knew how to allow a patron to enjoy their meal by perfectly spacing the courses. We had the candied jalepeno cornbread and fried olives with bacon and bleu cheese for starters. Yes, they are as perfect as they sound! I had the diver scallops with fingerling potatoes, silver queen corn, fried egg, white beans and grapefruit vinaigrette. What a beautiful blend of flavors! The butteriness of the scallops and fried egg accompanied by the fresh lightness of the vinaigrette were stellar! I just had to get the broccoli rabe as a side and it too was absolutely fantastic. Rue 127 is a total gem! Yum.

    (5)

  • Sheryl F.

    If you are looking for a romantic dinner perfect find. But if you are looking for a family find WARNING! DON'T GO HERE!

    (3)

  • Matt R.

    FtThis quaint, little shotgun house, in my opinion, contains one of the city's best restaurants. From the moment my wife and I walked in to the moment we walked out: excellence. The decor was cozy and inviting, showcasing the beautiful and exquisite artwork of infamous NOLA artist Natalie Boo. Food. Everything was delicious and perfectly prepared. Having enjoyed a fine meal the night before at Commander's Palace, my expectations were unfairly high for Rue 127, but I must admit, they were exceeded. The chef prepared a juicy, and perfectly cooked, rib-eye for my main course. I am not going to get into all the fancy food talk; instead, just say that it was one of the best I have ever eaten and if I closed my eyes, I could just as well have traveled back in time to the night before at Commanders... yes, it was that good. Dessert. I planned on heading across the street to Brocato's for dessert (century old, and famous Italian ice cream parlor), but was persuaded to stay as I saw other tables' dessert plates come out... so I ordered the sticky toffee pudding. It was absolutely incredible and one of the best desserts I've ever had. The pastry chef is obviously well trained and the quality of this dessert far exceeded anything I could have had across the street, and anything I have had in the city. Bravo. To sum it all up... go there, and eat a lot of food. You will not be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Kimberly C.

    My friend and I heard about this restaurant in the Mid-City Neighborhood Catalog and since it's near where we're staying, we decided to check it out. We weren't disappointed! It's a smaller restaurant that has a homey feel to it. We decided to eat outdoors since it was such a beautiful night. My friend ordered a delicious butter salad and gumbo while I had the Grilled Leak Soup. Delish! For dessert, we had the Pecan pie with homemade vanilla ice cream. ¡Qué rico! Our waitress was very friendly and gave us recommendations for going out in the neighborhood. She was surprised that we were not from this area since the restaurant was very local. So if you're looking for a great place that's not touristy, check out Rue 127!

    (4)

  • Paige C.

    Great wine by the glass! Gumbo is rich and complex, and the cornbread is great to dip in it! Mussels are just ok, but the fried cupcakes for dessert were sinful!

    (3)

  • Man In The Shadow S.

    Excellent! The food here is as good as it gets. They have a snacks menu that goes from $2-$5 dollars (fried chicken skins, pork bun, etc.) the mussels with tomato paste, capers, lemon aioli with French fries, and the deep fried oysters in corn meal with a lemon time aioli appetizers were a true indicator of an excellent restaurant. Now to the entrees....the Atlantic cod with a smoked eggplant sauce with crispy polenta, and charred grape tomatoes, with summer squash spaghetti was so amazing. We also had the crispy duck breast, smoked sweet potato purée with a garlic broccoli rabe , with pickled baby beets. And for desert we opted for the moscato float drink with a pineapple sorbet. See you again Rue! Your truly amazing!

    (5)

  • Jonathan L.

    The food was amazing, respectfully portioned, and reasonably priced. Our service was great and very helpful with the food and cocktail menus. I had mussels to start and the duck as a main while my date had the crab & tomato bisque with the pork chop. The duck was definitely the winner, but the chop was very tender and very large. It's leftovers made a nice lunch for me the following day. We both had several cocktails that were also nice and fairly heavy on the alcohol. Overall, this was one of my best dining experiences of the year.

    (5)

  • Dalan C.

    I've been coming to New Orleans for work for the past 3 months so I'm making my way around to all the restaurants. This place is really a 3.5 star place. Parking was pretty easy to find around the block. Another cool looking house that was transformed into a restaurant. The inside has a cool home rustic feel to it. My only complaint was that it was little cold inside. Food: Starter was: SWEETBREADS,ENOKI MUSHROOMS,BEECH MUSHROOMS, PINE NUTS,LEMON RISOTTO. This was decent, but a tad on the salty side. Then my main dish was: HALF OF AN OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN,BAKED MAC AND CHEESE,ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS,ROSEMARY DIJON JUS. Chicken was almost on the dry side, and needed more salt. Brussel sprouts were really good. Mac and cheese, was average. Overall, this was a nice place, and the food is decent (not great, but good).

    (4)

  • Somhrita D.

    So the food here is great. The waitress we had - not so much. First she asked while pouring my water "did you find anything interesting" so i answered I haven't really looked yet. And she told me "oh i wasn't talking to you" (she was apparently referring to my companion). after this she told me the salmon came medium well, would I like it cooked more. I said yes I would like it well done. She asked what do you mean. I said well medium well the center is still pink. She then informed me that salmon is a pink fish... which I am aware of. so I decided to not belabor my point and just eat fish that is not cooked to my preference. I think she may have been aware my companion would pay for the food so she'd rather flatter him than me. But really, it was just impolite.

    (1)

  • Laura N.

    My husband and I had a wonderful meal at Rue127. We had an early reservation (6:00 PM) and had no trouble finding street parking. The restaurant has an inviting yet private atmosphere. Not too fancy, not too casual. They do have some outdoor seating which would be nice in warmer weather. We sat inside at a small table in a separate hallway. Private, quiet, and romantic. Perfect for our date night. The food was amazing! The chefs did a wonderful job preparing and presenting our meal. I had the duck confit and it just melted off the bone. Salty and very delicious with just the right amount of winter vegetables; butternut squash, brussels sprouts, and a few pomegranate seeds that provide that little zip of sweetness to this hearty dish. My husband had the scallops, which were buttery and melted in your mouth. For dessert: the fried cupcakes! When you bite into one, they remind you of birthdays and carnivals. It is like eating a slice of birthday cake and funnel cake at the same time. The dessert was fun and the meal was delicious! Overall, a memorable experience.

    (5)

  • Jessie R.

    Came in for dinner about two weeks ago. The restaurant is in a converted house, and some of the smaller tables are located in a claustrophobic little hallway. We had a reservation, but despite four open and unreserved tables in the main restaurant, we were seated in the creepy hallway directly in front of an air vent. That table just shouldn't exist. We had to ask for a different table and the server seemed really stressed out by the request (it wasn't busy). Overall, the food was well-cooked but not too memorable. The grouper was bland and over salted, the steak was good, the mussels were really good. Keep in mind, the food here is not extremely creative (I'm talking asparagus and risotto, potatoes and fish). If our mediocre service had been better, I'd have been happier when we left. Our server missed chances to get us a second round of cocktails and second glasses of wine, and we chose to forgo dessert and get Angelo Brocato's because we just weren't having much fun in the too-bright dining space without enough cocktails.

    (3)

  • Laura S.

    Best meal in New Orleans. My favorites at lunch were the Shrimp Ravigote and the Spaghetti alla Vongole, but everything we had was fantastic. I had to catch a plane or I'd have come back for dinner. Each dish seemed really carefully thought out, resulting in deep and varied flavors. While the food is characterized as American, I could see the local influences, but nothing was too rich or heavy unlike many other meals I had in the city. The house is small and intimate; the staff is warm and helpful; and the deep fried cupcakes are awesome!

    (5)

  • Kevin d.

    My wife and I had been wanting to try this place for a while now since we live in the neighborhood, and we finally made a date night to hit it up. Let me tell you what...this place is AMAZING. Parking/Location: There basically is none. If you live in this area of Carrollton, you know what I am talking about. Best bet would be to take the street car if possible, and if not, just understand that you are going to have to be patient unless you luck out and find something right away. The place is a tiny old house set back on Carrollton between Juicy Luicy and the bank on the corner. Ambiance: The place is small, but decorated beautifully. Perfect for a date, or a dinner with friends. There are a couple of tables out front on the sidewalk, so if it's nice out and you aren't trying to do the romance thing (traffic, sidewalk traffic), it could be fun to sit outside. Again, this place is SMALL. I would say if you are going on a Friday or Saturday night...call ahead or hit up OpenTable for reservations. We made reservations on Sat night for 6:30pm and were seated immediately. Service: Our server was very nice, prompt and chatted with us, I would say, just the right amount. She was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed, and was very good about recommending dishes and explaining the nuances of the menu items. Food: Good wine selection and the drink menu looked fantastic. We opted for a couple of glasses of red (Pinot and Cab, can't honestly remember the names). We started out with the oyster appetizer and it was great. Cornmeal fried oysters with a chili aioli and apples. The oysters were perfectly cooked and all the flavors complimented each other wonderfully. My wife had the diver scallop entree and she loved it. We are both huge fans of scallops and must say these are some of the best I have ever had. They were cooked perfectly (pan seared) and melt in your mouth. The mashed potatoes were tasty as well and the presentation was nice. I had the double cut pork chop and HOLY WOW. This was one of the best dishes I have ever had in my life. The pork chop (cooked medium and pefectly) was thick, juicy and the flavor was throughout the meat. I'm not sure what that marinade was, but it was outstanding. Wonderful char on the outside with a roasted red pepper jus that will knock your socks off. The crispy onion strings were a good compliment to the pork chop and the Jack Daniels and roasted corn coush coush was killer as well. For desert we had the pecan pie tart with homemade bourbon ice cream. The pecan pie was good, but the ice cream was the star here. Very strong bourbon flavor which we both loved. Perfect compliment to the sweetness of the pie/chocolate. Price: Prices are more than fair for the quality of food, the ambiance, and the service. It's no more expensive than any other restaurant of this caliber. For a couple, expect to pay about $100 (before tip) if you have wine, one appetizer, two entrees, a dessert + coffee. Conclusion: GO. You will not be disappointed. I really have NO idea how some of these folks gave this place 3 stars. It must have been an off night is all I can say. My wife and I will DEFINITELY be back. If you go, and you are a meat eater...GET THE PORK CHOP!

    (5)

  • Benjamin M.

    The food was average. Some dishes were good however most were overrated. The service was great with only one waitress on a table of 12. What really struck me as rude and inappropriate was the owner stared at our table all night. Never once in 3 hours did he walk 10 feet to introduce himself or ask how service was, it was Wierd ! The waitress, a doll, did amazing with large party. Which I would never recommend here for a large group.

    (2)

  • Kelley M.

    PERFECTION! If you have not been to Rue 127 yet, then you are missing out on one of the best meals of your life. Let's back-track briefly: Rue 127 scored initial points because unlike many restaurants in New Orleans it is actually open Tuesdays and I was able to make a reservation easily through OpenTable.com . Additionally, I was able to purchase a $25 gift certificate to Rue 127 at a reduced cost from Restaurant.com (using a promo code, I only paid $3.50 for it; regular price is $15--still a deal!). The restaurant is nestled away on Carrolton in an adorably renovated shotgun house. The décor of the restaurant is visually interesting and welcoming. We were greeted by the hostess and seated immediately upon arrival. We had stellar service throughout our entire meal. There is a window in the restaurant that allows you a full view of the kitchen. The boy and I actually enjoyed this very much, watching the chefs artfully prepare the food. That type of transparency (literally and figuratively) is rare and added an additional element of enjoyment and satisfaction to our experience. All menu offerings are well priced. Appetizers average around $8-9 and entrees average around $22. The menu is small, but the offerings are all delectable. The portion sizes are also quite generous. Mushroom Risotto--a must try!! With each bite I enjoyed a number of perfectly combined flavors. It is rich, creamy, and cheesy. The mushrooms are plentiful, tender, and delicious. The mushroom risotto was unique and enjoyable, definitely one of the most delicious dishes that I have ever had the pleasure of eating. Diver Scallops--fantastic! The dish is beautifully presented, like a little piece of art on a plate. I had four good-sized scallops served over whipped potatoes and oyster mushrooms. The scallops were perfectly seared and so very tasty. The boy enjoyed the Iceberg Wedge as an appetizer and the Citrus Glazed Duck Breast for his entrée. He said that his meal was enjoyable and well-prepared, but that the citrus glaze was a bit overwhelming. We will absolutely be returning to Rue 127. Next time we will definitely be trying the Steamed Mussels, served with parmesan pommes frites, and the Fried Cupcakes for dessert. I will also be returning for the mushroom risotto and the diver scallops. Truly a five star meal in every regard. Love, love, loved it. Looking so forward to having another meal at Rue 127.

    (5)

  • Molly B.

    I came here with my boyfriend on a Thursday night and we were able to book a reservation that day but I'd suggest calling in early. It's in a small house but luckily they don't squeeze you in on top of each other. Their martini list is great - I had one with mandarin vodka, tequila, lime juice, and simple sugar. I asked if they had any vegetarian items and the server informed me that they usually do but tonight the chef wasn't making any. I know this isn't the most vegetarian friendly city so I know that when I leave the house I'm consenting to possibly having few to no options. Anyways, I split the Risotto appetizer which was really great - I'd highly recommend it. It's not huge but it's wonderfully heavy and creamy so unless you have your eating pants on I'd suggest splitting it with someone so you have room for what's next. My boyfriend ordered the wedge salad and said it was good but he was already full. They also bring out a basket of fresh brioche - really good, light but rich in flavor. I went with the diver scallops since I can't go to a restaurant like this and just order lettuce. For someone who doesn't eat shellfish they were really good. The sour cream whipped potatoes were awesome, I would have just ordered a bowl of that if I could. My boyfriend loved his pork chops and said it was one of the best meals he has ever had. The presentation of both entrees were really elegant and appetizing. Even though we were both full since the appetizers course I insisted on ordering the deep fried cupcakes. The anticipation was a lot more exciting than actually eating them though. I didn't think they tasted like cake, the melted/dripping frosting didn't do much for me, and the dipping sauces couldn't save them. There are other options on the dessert menu that sound awesome.

    (4)

  • Laila B.

    The inside is beautiful and I can't wait for warm weather to enjoy the outside. Initially, I was a little disappointed that they didn't have a specialty cocktail list but I can get over that. We only had appetizers and desserts and I will certainly be back for more. We enjoyed the mussels, pork belly and scallop tortellini. The mussels were good but I didn't want to drink the broth like I usually do, there was maybe too much acidity? Also, their homemade bread is very nice but very SWEET and not such a great match for the savory food. The pork belly was served with these potatoes that I think were scored and then fried so they had a really unique texture. Deep-fried cupcakes, I'm sorry to be a dissenter but not for me. I liked that they were warm and oozy but they were way too sweet and the greasy exterior was overwhelming. We had a date cake that was served with honey ice cream, very good but also a bit on the sweet side. I look forward to coming back and trying more of the menu.

    (4)

  • Charlé W.

    It's easy to miss this quaint little house since it's wedged between two eyesores in a sea of neon on the busy part of N. Carrolton. If an aged interior designer took a stab at modern décor, you'd have Rue 127's design aesthetic. I'm not a fan of the paintings or some of the furniture choices but that's all subjective anyway. What I did love was the work of art that was our three course meal. Every dish left us excited for the next one. What We Got: Leek soup A Gumbo A+ Double Cut Porkchop A+ Citrus Glazed Duck Breast A+ ...my plate was entirely cleaned. Mango Sorbet A++ Deep Fried Cupcakes B ...these are exceptionally decadent. Not only are they cupcakes. That are deep fried. But they're filled with oozing icing. And accompanied with dipping sauces. I'd rather have a gooless deep fried cupcake with the option of dipping 'em into a warm icing. The sauces I could do without, but that's just me.

    (5)

  • Elaine M.

    Yet another new mid-city, high quality, restaurant! I'm so relieved that we finally got around to trying this place last night. We were hoping for something a bit more casual and cheap, and this place isn't really, but we were still far from disappointed. Glad I insisted we think outside the common realm of restaurants we frequent because Rue 27 has now happily become one of these! I love the tiny coziness and then again I don't. Our table was way too close to an older couple whose husband was very demanding and rude to our waitress. He then began loudly berating his wife for not putting her phone away. Aside from trying to talk over them, the snappy decor was thankfully distracting. They have some really great, colorful art on the walls right now, the artists' name eludes me at the moment, and (as Walker mentioned) that shiny window into the kitchen is both interesting and refreshing. Seeing one's food prepared by professionals is always a treat! Of course, the chef hubby was enthralled as well. We ordered the butter -lettuce salad which was my favorite thing to hit the table by far. Never before has a simple salad like that just blown me away! Light on the house-made vinaigrette, a small bit of shaved cheese and tiny candied pecan pieces. Yes, I would call this salad brilliant. The French Onion soup was just ok, a bit salty and kind of greasy. Some people may like theirs that way but I've had better. The complimentary rolls come in a fancy little silver basket but they weren't hot, which I'm kind of glad for as they did not tempt me to devour the whole basket as I'm sometimes wont to do. The scallop tortellini was so light and packed with flavor! Again with the just right balance of brown butter (most places overdo it). I loved the slightly firm texture of both the pasta and the asparagus tips topped with a perfect little dollop of creme fraiche! I see me in the future, cozied up here on some solo lunch dates, with a novel and a good bottle of wine.... eventually trying every item on the menu and savoring each well thought out, dainty, fresh little bite.

    (4)

  • Lisa C.

    This place is so cute and the food is amazing! It has a very clean, cozy, and local feel to it as it's in what seems to be a renovated shotgun house. Right when you walk in, you're greeted by a bartender at a small full-service bar where you can enjoy a cocktail or something off the unique wine list while you wait to be seated. The dining room is comfy and decorated with all local artists selling their work. The chefs and owner can be seen at work through a large window into the kitchen. I was lucky enough to get to go to a tasting of the menu before opening and I still can't get over how delicious everything was. The mushroom risotto and the mussels were my favorite apps. The ribeye was juicy and cooked perfectly. I loved the duck and especially the salmon with couscous. While all the desserts are tasty, you just can't leave without trying to fried cupcakes! From the French Quarter, take the Canal Street car and get off at Carrollton. It's on the far side of Carrollton on the right.

    (5)

  • Grace F.

    I'd heard Rue 127 was incredibly good, from a coworker, who went to school with Ray, but I was still surprised at how good it actually was. I called the restaurant around 3pm on a Thursday night, just to see if I could make a reservation. "We suggest that you do", was the reply. The only reservation available was 6pm. Not one to miss out on the opportunity to try a great new restaurant, I took the 6pm spot immediately! We arrived at Rue at about 5:45pm. Cocktails at the bar are a sure way to get into the mood, but to be perfectly honest, the mood is pretty much set from the time you see the little shotgun house. I'm a chatty Kathy, so I introduced myself to the bartender, who quickly remembered my call earlier. "I'm glad you took the 6pm reservation", he said, "we've been turning people away for hours". He wasn't kidding. In our 10 minute bar visit, the phone rang 4 times, and he had to say "I'm so sorry, but we're completely booked up tonight". Upon further discussion, the handsome bartender turned out to be Chef Ray's brother. Ray's mom, and dad were also helping out that night. What a lovely family! For a "new restaurant" visit, I like to peruse the menu beforehand, but between my coworkers review and a quick glance at the menu, we wanted it ALL! Our meal was amazing! I've been back several times. One was for a special dinner with a very special friend, and it was really romantic. Even though you're pretty close to the next table, it didn't matter much. They just keep getting it right!

    (5)

  • Brian C.

    Great new restaurant, the gumbo and salad appetizers were very good but the duck and chicken entrees were great - perfect temerature, texture, and flavors. Desserts were fine but unfortunately nothing spectacular in my opinion (plus we were stuffed by that point which could have affected perception). Overall it was a great meal other than the service which was bad all around including forgotten and incorrect drinks, plus the server entirely forgot about us for 20 minutes while we were waiting to order. The location at Canal & Carrollton is a breeze from downtown or the French Quarter by hopping on the streetcar, definitely check this place out for great food, good wine & drinks, and hopefully improving service.

    (4)

  • Laura F.

    Great experience, nice and helpful staff and servers. Started off with one of the best cocktails I've ever had called 'A Walk In The Park'. It is basil infused organic vodka, vermouth, and a cherry tomato garnish, so refreshing and delicious, a great pre-meal cocktail. The mussels and chocolate caramel tart were my favorites! Husband had the pork chop and it was delicious as well. Intimate atmosphere, could use a tad bit dimmer lighting, in my opinion. I will be back to the bar for that cocktail again!

    (5)

  • Walker R.

    Next big thing....in a small package! I had heard and read about this mid city gem from some reputable sources and made a point to give it my own seal of approval. Being a French Quarter resident, I often find it difficult to get in the car for a meal, as there are so many walkable options. In this case, my father wanted to try a new restaurant, and seeing that neither of us had been to Rue 127, we decided to give it a shot. The interior of the restaurant is small and simple, and there is a window that looks from the dining room in to the tiny kitchen (which I love). My dad and I were seated at the table next to the kitchen and I had the pleasure of peering in to the kitchen to watch as my food was prepared... and it was prepared very well. My meal consisted of the oyster mushroom risotto, which was quite delectable, and the seared yellowfin tuna. I was extremely impressed by the simplicity and taste in both of these tissues. Too often, chefs try to reinvent the wheel when creating a dish... these were just plain good! My father opted for the roasted chicken, which came with a side of very tasty baked mac and cheese. Also a very solid dish. There are many other things on their ever-changing menu that I would love to try... there will definitely be future visits!

    (4)

  • Nick T.

    Stopped in to Rue 127 on New Year's Eve for a quick bite and glass of wine with my wife. We were sat at a bar table immediately and our waiter was friendly and attentive. We got 2 complimentary glasses of bubbly to start then gumbo over potato salad as an app. The horseraddish in the potato salad was a nice touch in the gumbo. We followed that with the perfectly seared yellow-fin. All that accompanied by 2 glasses of Pinot and we were just about ready to go when we saw fried mini cupcakes on the dessert menu. Feeling adventurous, we ordered them, and WOW! They are amazing. Love this place, and we will definitely be back with friends.

    (5)

  • Bryan B.

    Great food in a casual dining setting. Malcom our waiter, was attentive and prompt. I had the mussels appetizer, garlic, butter, broth & light cream sauce, was exceptionally good. I recommend this restaurant, and I will return. Garlic & Gaelic Guy

    (4)

  • Jay D.

    Fantastic that an upscale, yet affordable, bistro is right down the street from my new abode in Mid-City. I have yet to come for dinner, but had an amazing lunch there - we split a fantastic butter lettuce salad, and had the pulled pork sandwich. Both items were fantastic. The warm, New Orleans-y decor feels comfortable yet classy. Surrounding us were 'women who lunch' and a couple of business folks - confirming that it's definitely a somewhat of a splurge in mainly middle-class mid-city but worth every penny.

    (4)

  • Marc M.

    My wife and I recently tried Rue 127 for lunch. We both had the gumbo (with no rice served with it) which was flavorful but left me perplexed about why no rice. I had the steak sandwich and Brenda had the wedge salad. Both of us were a little disappointed with our lunches. I will go back for dinner to get the full experience of this quaint little restaurant. I feel it is worth giving Rue 127 a second chance. Parking is definitely an issue with this restaurant.

    (3)

  • Kent L.

    Cool little restaurant in a converted shotgun, across the street from Angelo Brocato's. I had a great dinner experience there the other night. Started with a modern take on gumbo that contained duck along with turkey and andouille sausage that didn't do it for me. However, the roasted filet mignon (what type of filet was not specified on the menu by the way) was perfectly cooked with a red wine jus; potato fondant, which was a fried wedge of potato; and spinach and mushrooms. The entree was very good but it struck me as odd that there were no salt and pepper shakers on any of the tables. The service was quite attentive, refilling the water and iced tea throughout the meal and the fried miniature cupcakes for dessert sounds not only odd but something you need a cardiologist's note for. It turned out to be 5 small cupcakes with colored sprinkles and cream cheese, fried, and came with 3 dipping sauces: creme fraiche, caramel, and chocolate. Like chili burgers, this is fine once in a while because it's not only decadent but should come with a heart defibrillator. Good dining experience combined with restaurant.com certificate - yahoo!

    (4)

  • Rachel D.

    Second time I've eaten lunch there and both times have been super impressed. This last time I had a chopped romaine and lardon salad that was yummy, and then a filet sandwich on a soft bun with the best fries I've had since over a decade ago in the Napa Valley. The service is always friendly and competent. Fabulous lunch place in MidCity and I hear that you really need a res for dinner.

    (4)

  • Joanna B.

    I came here for dinner with a restaurant.com certificate (a website I highly recommend, since their certificates are almost ALWAYS between 60-80% off). Had the steamed mussels appetizer which was quite large. They were good--your standard steamed mussels and fries, but you can hardly go wrong with that. I had the pork chop and my boyfriend had the scallop entree, both were really good, I personally would recommend the scallops since I am more of a seafood person than a pork person--so it turns out. It's a quaint little restaurant, and you can see the goings-on through a window into the kitchen. My boyfriend also got a coffee, and at the end our meal came out to $50 altogether (with tip, minus the $25 certificate), not too bad. Oh! Also, they seem to be having a pretty sweet Endymion day lunch/dinner/open bar speciai, it's $150 but looks verrryy tempting.

    (5)

  • Lindsay A.

    I was lucky enough to get taken to Rue 127 for my birthday this year. What a great addition to Mid-City! They have a decent wine list with selections that were well within our budget. Our waitress was very friendly and was quick to answer any questions that we had on the wine or with the menu. I had soup to start, cream of leak topped with fried oysters. Delicious! My friend had the gumbo that was very tasty as well. I then had the duck with the orange glaze and whipped potatoes. The potatoes and sauce were extremely tasty, but unfortunately my duck was a bit undercooked for me. This was not made any better by the fact that I had filled up on bread, soup, wine, and oysters. The duck was probably just right for some people, but I wouldn't order it again. I don't remember what my friend had but she had no problem finishing hers. She finished with the deep fried cupcakes and I couldn't help but try them. I wasn't a huge fan until I put some of the butterscotch sauce on (which tasted like maple syrup to me).Dude! That was worth risking a sugar coma over! Rue 127 is located in a very cute converted shotgun, but this can make for a tight squeeze if the restaurant is crowded. Overall a very solid well priced upscale restaurant in Mid-City. Tip: Try and snag their Restaurant.com coupon before they get too popular and take it down!

    (4)

  • Janet C.

    Yum, Yum and Yum! What a lovely little restaurant. On our recent visit a waitress at Liuzza's recommended this gem of a place and we decided to give it a try. We were seated outside which I at first thought I would mind but it turned put to be a wise choice--it was a balmy night and the traffic noise was subdued; plus we got to see the streetcar pass by every once in a while. The staff was friendly, especially Ashley the hostess and Sophie our server. The food was excellent: I had the salad and pork chop and my husband had a gumbo starter and then a beef dish. Both were excellent. The wine list wasn't the most extensive, but what we ordered was perfect. What also impressed me was the dessert selection. Though I didn't try the deep fried cupcakes that everyone raves about I did opt for the pecan tart. And since I'm an after dinner tea drinker I REALLY appreciated the varied selection of teas, which I've not seen anywhere else. And....um....you gotta check out the restrooms amenities: dental floss anyone?

    (5)

  • Julie B.

    Rue 127 is amazing! My husband and I come here every few weeks because they have the best scallops on the planet. Also, their short ribs, fish, cauliflower risotto, and anything we have eaten there is delicious. They have a full bar and great beer selections. Save room for dessert, since all the of the desserts are great!

    (5)

  • Michael W.

    This is definitely a new star on the scene. Upon arrival, we promptly had a cocktail at the bar (a generous pour, by the way). The bar and "foyer like" reception area is warm and inviting. Natalie Boo's 3D art hangs on the wall and provides a real New Orleans feel to the newly renovated, former shotgun space. After our party of six arrived, we were seated in the main dining room: a small, but uncrowded room with a décor that's conventionally New Orleans. The window allowing guests a glimpse into the kitchen is a nice touch and drives home the recurring theme that the chef/owner is personally cooking for you. We learned that the chef had cut his teeth at Commander's Palace and Le Foret restaurants after graduating from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in New York. His sous chef and pastry chef has a similarly impressive resume having worked at Commander's Palace and Couchon after graduating from the same culinary school. Our meal here was remarkable. Having a party of six, I was able to see and taste a variety of apps, entrées, and deserts. Each course was equally exquisite. I started with the scallops, a liberal portion of five (or six?) large diver scallops perfectly seared. Quality ingredients, simply prepared, this dish was as good as any scallop preparation I've had around town. I selected the double-cut pork chop for my entrée. This enormous chop was served upon a "roasted corn coush coush" with a savory sauce that tasted to me like roasted peppers and demi-glace. Every bite of this dish was perfectly delicious. Other dishes I had bites of: mushroom risotto (reminded me of the smoked mushroom app at Emerils - it was awesome), muscles (the broth was so good I had to mop of the remains with some of the in-house baked bread), and the duck breast (another great one - seriously, a sous vide, caramelized fennel bulb as the accompaniment; exceptional creativity, technique, and taste). I want to keep going back until I try everything on the menu. If that wasn't enough, we then received the desert menu. All items are made in house by Chef Joanna Palmer. I would pit her sweet delights against the confections of Sucre anytime. Basil Coconut Sorbet = awesome. Rich flavor. The deep fried cupcakes were the hit of the table. Served with butterscotch, chocolate and vanilla sauces, each bite into the small cupcakes explodes in your mouth as the warm cream cheese frosting is released. Even though titled "deep fried", this dessert is not very heavy. Also unique were the large selection of teas and the French press coffee, our guests ordered some of both. The order was definitely worth it. I needed some coffee after all the cocktails and wine. Bottom line. I was served food that had all of the characteristics of exceptional upscale cuisine: great technique, quality ingredients, and subtle creativity. It did not have the negative characteristics of normal "haute" cuisine: small portions and high prices. The average entrée price is only $22.00! We passed a real good time. The servers and hostess were extremely friendly and knowledgeable.

    (5)

  • Katie J.

    A visiting friend and I went here and had one delicious dinner. We were given cheese balls made with two kinds of cheese as a free appetizer and although I am not a cheese fan (I know, I know), my friend loved it. Our entrees were delicious. I had the Duck Confit which was perfectly cooked. The potato puree was the perfect texture. My friend had the yellowfin tuna and was very impressed with the herbed gnocchi. Our waitress was very attentive without being bothersome and quite humorous. When it was time for dessert, I picked the chocolate carmel tart. It was a little hard but still tasty. My friend got the fried cupcakes. These are really something that you have to try to fully understand. They somehow fry the bite sized pieces with the frosting already on them! My friend contemplated eating the rest of the sauces with his fingers. Overall, this was a great meal. We loved the art on the walls and the art on our plates.

    (4)

  • Kimberly L.

    I want to end on a high note so I'll begin with the one thing that I didn't like: Both chefs, while cooking, had their long hair completely down and in their faces. That's just gross. Gladly, I did not find any hair in my food but it's just a matter of time before someone does. If you don't want to wear hats because it's hot I understand but PLEASE, at least pull your hair back into a ponytail! That said, we have eaten here four times and have introduced Rue 127 to friends who raved about it like we do. We have never had a single complaint about the food or service. In fact, it's some of the best we've experienced. The menu is small and we've tried, and loved, everything on it but we wouldn't mind if some new items were introduced or nightly specials were added. We'd love to know what else the chefs can come up with. Adding the leek soup was a nice change, even though the pork belly had to be sacrificed to accommodate this new offering. (We LOVED the pork belly!) We will continue to dine here and bring friends as often as we can. If you're reading this and wondering if you should try this cozy little restaurant the answer is YES!

    (5)

  • Phil W.

    Had a fantastic meal at Rue 127. Great little space with service that gets a complete 5/5 from start to finish. Interesting and varied wine list with plenty of under $30 bottles to choose from. Smaller menu but still felt like there was plently of choice. Top marks for the scallop tortellini - which was fantastic. I enjoyed their take on duck a l'orange but found the citrus sauce a little too sweet for my taste but my gf's cowboy steak stole the show - out of this world good (and luckily the portion was too generous for her alone). Deserts were also great - gf's pecan pie was shut your mouth good. Prices are reasonable, particularly given the obvious quality of the product they work with. All in all a great V-day weekend meal - will definitely return.

    (5)

  • Jennifer L.

    This place looked promising, but our table was very awkwardly placed essentially in the hallway between the front and back room. The menu seemed somewhat complicated; food was definitely not bad, but nothing seemed to "click." My mother ordered the duck entree, and it came out miniscule, sized as if it should have been an appetizer. Other entrees were not bad, but just seemed to either be missing something or paired strangely. Overheard people at the table next to us saying they would be back, so clearly others enjoyed themselves. Definitely not a bad experience, but we probably won't be back anytime soon with all of the other choices in New Orleans.

    (2)

  • Steve B.

    I've had several good experiences at Rue 127. The food has become more consistently impressive with each visit. The service has been adequate but could benefit from more focus. Our latest visit featured some time constraints which were handled pretty well, so service seems to be trending up too. The cocktail program was under development but showing serious promise during early visits. Now, it's in full swing and one of my favorites. The atmosphere seems to be evolving from slightly casual towards more formal. This can have a tendency to create expectations of service that may be challenging to deliver in a small restaurant. I would encourage diners to plan a more relaxed meal and the staff to focus a bit more on presence and creating an interaction that is on par with what the kitchen and bar are creating. Small improvements here would make Rue 127 a pretty serious contender on any scale.

    (4)

  • Ginger H.

    AWSOME!!!!! Service and food were wonderful. Make reservations because this little place fills up quick. We got there 45 min before our reservation and enjoyed a few cocktails. The bartender was really busy but still managed to give exceptional service. We were fortunate to seat outside and enjoy the wonderful weather. We started out with the mussels and fries. Everything on the menu sounded fab, we decided on the pork chop and filet. We cleaned our plates. Only thing I regret was not having enough room to try the fried cupcakes! GO HERE, you will not be disappointed

    (5)

  • U T.

    Horrible service. My husband and I were the only ones in the restaurant at lunch on a weekday. The waiter was not attentive and would rather conversate with other employees. The plates came out extremely slow. I would not come back for average food and poor service.

    (1)

  • Lindsay A.

    I have to say, I was extremely excited to try this restaurant based on the 4-5 star reviews. It unfortunately did not live up to my expectations. We had a 9 pm reservation on a Saturday and got seated immediately which was nice. The ambiance was a huge let down. It was uncomfortably bright with ceiling lights, track lighting, and wall lights. There were mirrors by our table and if you glanced in to them, your eyes would bleed from the glare. I found myself having to look down at the table the entire time just to be comfortable. I ordered a cocktail from the menu which was interesting and good. My date and I shared the mussels. We enjoyed the broth and chunks of sausage. Fries were good but not great at sopping up the pot liquor. We ordered the scallops and the pork chop which were beautifully presented but just decent in flavor. My mashed potatoes tasted like they were from my elementary school cafeteria. Because we weren't blown away by the entrees, we opted not to order dessert. Towards the end of the meal we noticed tables that were seated after us getting served bread at the beginning of the meal. Guess they forgot ours. At this price, there's some stiff competition in the city. I'll be at Bistro Daisy. Did I mention that it's really bright?

    (3)

  • Helen N.

    We've been meaning to try this restaurant out but have never had a chance until last night and all I can say is YUM! It's easy to pass up the restaurant considering is building is somewhat set inside. There is an outside seating option which would of been nice if it wasn't such a muggy day in NOLA. Its a shot gun house turned into a modernly decorated restaurant. In the front there is a bar with some bistro seating on the side and as you enter in, there is a small dining room with an open kitchen. But to start off we go the mussels and the scallop tortellini. The mussels were great! They come with a side of prommes frites. If i wasn't sharing it with others, I could of ate the whole thing myself! The tortellini was good also with a citrus taste to it. For entrees we go the filet and the scallops. The filet was served with a side of spinach and a potato fondant which were equally good! My friend got the scallops and even though I didn't get a chance to taste it, she cleaned her plate, so that should speak for itself! But the main and best part of the meal was dessert!! Fried Cupcake! WOW! Its small cupcakes that are fried (around 5 or 6 of them) and they are accompained with 3 dipping sauces: Butterscotch, Chocolate, Vanilla Creme Fraiche. Of all of them I prefer the butterscotch! But overall a great meal at Rue 127!

    (4)

  • Secret G.

    I first have to say that I am o big foodie! I read the reviews for this place and just had to try it out. I travel a great deal, domestically and foreign countries, and I eat just about everything. I try everything because you only go around once! We were there to celebrate a 60th birthday for my brother-in-law and we wanted someplace that was fantastic. Remember that you only go around once? Well, this place will be visited only ONCE for me! The little blond gal that was our waitress...I guess she had somewhere else she wanted to be because she was acting like we were wasting her time. She fiddled and kept on moving our unused silverware around the table. I guess she finally found a better place to be because we ended up with another waitress that had some real southern hospitality. The chef was a prima donna...did not want to substitute mashed potatoes for veggies..get over yourselves! We were told that the substitution would cost an extra $5! Talk about sticking it to your customers! My sweeties, your mashed potatoes are not worth $5! The last thing is the temperature of the place. It would freeze the ya-yas off a polar bear's you-know-what! It was a freezer in there! We saw several other parties switching tables to find a warmer spot. NO may be warm but not to the point where the joint needs to be an ice box! Oh, and yes the parking is none existent...but that is just about everywhere in NO! I rated it a one star because all the elements of dining out should be at a minimum enjoyable. The only thing that was enjoyable was the food...and even at that I know that there are A LOT of other great food joints to have a fabulous meal and that the service and atmosphere would be more enjoyable than RUDE 127...oops, slip of the keypad!

    (1)

  • Abby R.

    One of the best meals I have experienced in a long time. Ambiance is right and welcoming, space is small so make reservations or get there early. I met friends for dinner and we sat at the bar. I am not a big fan of eating at the bar of a nice restaurant, but this was very intimate just like we had our own table. Only 4 stools at the bar. We ordered wine first from the list, which could use some assistance in the white area. The menu is rather small, a few steak choices and the others fish and scallops. I ordered the scallops with oyster mushrooms and potatoes. This dish was phenomenal! Perfectly cooked scallops that melted like butter in my mouth, and the potatoes had the prefect amount of salt to match the mushrooms that fully complimented the buttery scallop that just melted down you throat. The potatoes were fluffy yet thick and went nicely with the other textures on the plate. A definite revisit will occur, possibly turn into a regular dining area.

    (5)

  • cassy d.

    horrible! bad enough that the food was not great but the service was even worst! i usually do not complain because i work in the service industry and i understand a bad day but this place is out to take ur money!

    (1)

  • Broderick G.

    Great little place! A dear friend of mine and I decided to go for brunch when I was in New Orleans for a conference. I had the Pain Perdu (French toast) with strawberries and bourbon cane syrup as an appetizer and then the Shrimp and Grits for an entree. Both were very tasty and the portions were appropriate for each item. However, the highlight of the meal was the Sticky Toffee Bread Pudding! It was absolutely delicious and was served with house made honey ice cream.

    (4)

  • Linda T.

    I have heard good things about this place and yelped it a few times and just never got to trying it. The restaurant is a little hidden so make sure to look closely for it. As soon as my husband and I walked in, we noticed it was a little cramped. We didn't make reservations so we waited for about 45 minutes. This is expected on a Saturday night. While waiting, my husband, friend and her fiance got a few cocktails. My friend and her fiance ordered the sangria and my husband ordered a mojito which they loved because they ordered another round of it. Appetizers: My husband and I shared the mussels and pomme frites. The pomme frites were so delicious. Entree: I ordered the steak and bone marrow. I was pretty impressed. It was cooked to perfection and so tender. The whipped potatoes that came with the steak was amazing! And the bone marrow spread on the crostini topped with salt and some greens (I thlnk parsley...lol) had a kick of flavor. My husband ordered the drum and I am sure he loved it because he cleaned his plate. Dessert: We ordered the fried mini cupcakes which was pumpkin flavored. This was delicious! Overall, I am so happy we finally got to give this restaurant a try. I will definitely come back again. I forgot to mention that our bartender Katie was amazing. She was very friendly, funny and sweet. I asked her to make a cocktail similar to what I had in Las Vegas and it tasted exactly like it. I will be back for more =)

    (4)

  • Gigi J.

    Tried Rue 127 while in town for a trade show and loved it! I had the fava bean salad as my starter and it was delicious. Great mix of greens, fava beans and dressing. For my entree I had the double cut pork chops. These have to be the best pork chops I've ever had. They were juicy and tender. Most restaurants tend to over cook their pork chops but these we cooked perfectly. The corn coush coush with roasted pepper jus and crispy onions were a perfect compliment. After such a delicious entree I went for a light dessert..sorbet. To my surprise they were offering a Korean melon sorbet. This tasted like a combination of honeydew and cantaloupe which was great. The restaurant was small but the ambiance was nice. Most people are complaining that it was too bright but I did not mind. The worst is going to a restaurant and having to use the candle to read your menu. I could actually see my food and the person I was with. The server was great as well. He was very attentive but not too attentive. As others said you could really miss this place if you're not looking but it is well worth the search. It's a quick cable car ride to Mid-City on Canal from the French Quarter. Next time I am in the big easy I will definitely be visiting Rue 127 again. Best meal I've had in a LONG time.

    (5)

  • Ronnie R.

    I wanted to love this place, I really did. A quality, high end restaurant within walking distance...it seemed too good to be true. Maybe my expectations were too high. Nestled between Juicy Lucy's and Italian Pie is a tiny single shotgun house set back off the street that's easy to miss if you're not looking for it. It's a small place. There is a tiny bar area by the front door and a main dining room immediately behind that with maybe ten tables. The décor inside is very warm and inviting with nice woodwork and local art adorning the walls while salvaged corbels from an old house are hung along the dining room walls. One neat feature was the window on the back wall of the dining room with a perfect view of the chefs preparing the food. They also have a few tables on the front patio for those days when the weather cooperates. When we arrived for our reservation, we noticed that the entire dining room was rearranged to accommodate two large parties with our two top situated along the wall where the bar area transitions into the dining room. It seemed a little awkward table placement and we knew we would be competing for attention with the much larger tables. The waitress was nice, but was a little inattentive considering this is a $40-$50 per person type of place. It took a while after we were seated before we were even able to give our drink orders. When we finally got our drinks, she brought us out some bread, or should I say a small single piece of bread. They seem to be unnecessarily stingy with doling out the bread. That little piece of bread was pretty good, though. It tasted like a croissant and a cafeteria roll hooked up and had a buttery love child. For an appetizer, we had the gumbo with duck confit, chicken and andouille sausage it was really good, but it had an interesting twist. Instead of serving if in a deep bowl with a lump of rice, it was served in a shallow bowl with a mound of horseradish potato salad in the center. I know it seems like such an odd combo, but it worked beautifully and was easily the best thing we had that night. For the entrée, my girl had the roasted chicken with baked mac and cheese, while I went for the diver scallops. The chicken was edible. It was basically a half a chicken served over a bed of roasted Brussels sprouts. The chicken was cooked well and was very juicy, but the flavor just wasn't there. The side of mac and cheese was a disappointment. It tasted like it came from the buffet line at Piccadilly. The best part of the dish was actually the Brussels sprouts. They were crispy and juicy at the same time and seasoned well. The scallop dish was a somewhat better and it was apparent that a lot more effort went into the presentation. It's the closest thing they have to a vegetarian friendly entrée. The scallops were lined up over a bed of oyster mushrooms and roasted fennel. Right next to that were some delightfully creamy sour cream whipped potatoes. This was my first experience with scallops, so I really didn't know what to expect, but they weren't bad. The potatoes were awesome and the mushrooms worked well with the seared scallops. The first two scallops were okay but after that I was kind of tired of the taste and texture so the last two were a little more of a chore. It was like when you eat too much of the same thing, you need a side dish to break up the taste and cleanse the palate. We opted to walk over to Broccato's for dessert since the rest of the meal didn't really impress. I would go back and try a different dish, perhaps the puppy drum or the duck. I would like to chalk up the inattentive service to the two large parties that monopolized the small dining room, but when you're paying this much, it is unacceptable to get our first drink refill and the desert menu at the same time. I can think of five restaurants right now that at the same price point but have better food and service. I'll give them another shot after the holidays are over and the restaurant scene calms down a little bit.

    (3)

  • Tap B.

    My colleague and I stopped in at Rue 127 for a casual lunch after a meeting in Mid-City. I've been hearing great reviews so I wanted to give this place a try. With a New American-flare, Rue 127 is set in a former shotgun-style home in the heart of Mid-City. Ambiance was welcoming although the space is a bit small. I ordered the fried green tomato BLT sandwich and my colleague had the oyster salad. The fried green tomato BLT sandwich came with applewood smoked bacon, butter lettuce, bacon aioli and a fennel and citrus salad. The combination of the fried green tomato and bacon was interestingly tasty, although the sandwich fell victim to the dry side. My colleague's oyster salad was delicious-- local, corn-fried oysters on top of romaine lettuce, red peppers, onions, and artichokes, all held together by a creamy horseradish dressing. Though both dishes were good, they were not extraordinary. Now, the high point of this meal was the desserts. Fried cupcakes accompanied by 3 dipping sauces? Yes. Chilled lemon souffle cake with a pomegranate gastrique? Hell yes. Chef Joanna Palmer dives into the hearts of sweet-toothers with these great dishes.

    (4)

  • Sherah A.

    I was excited to try Rue...but my experience did not meet my expectations. The dining room is way to bright for its size. You can see your next table neighbor way to clearly. The menu looked awesome--The food was not great. We had an appetizer that was ok and a good wedge salad, but both entrees salmon and scallops were super salty. Our servers did not know anything about martinis, and there was no drink menu...you just kind of expect now days in this type of restaurant. For the price, we felt like there are way too many more awesome places to go.

    (3)

  • Catie K.

    Oh. My. God. Try the smokertini. Bleu cheese and bacon stuffed olives? I can now die happy. Rue 127, please bottle those.

    (5)

  • Cherish V.

    Great food but can be loud.

    (5)

  • Wallace L.

    I'd like to put 3.5, but alas, Yelp, you won't give me the options to write out percentages of stars! Ambience is quaint, if not just a hint impersonal. I will comment that the womens' bathroom is well stocked with everything a lady could ever need, which is a great consideration. You do, however, have to walk through the kitchen to get there, which isn't the worst thing in the world, but odd for some folks. Drinks: Cocktails are good. Wine list is decent. No really good sparklings by the glass, which is how I like to start my meals. They had a prosecco BTG that they offered me, though it was low-quality. What's a girl to do? Food: Decent, but not profound. Apps: Started with the Gnocchi with Pork Belly, Fried Oysters w/ Remoulade and Apple Jicama slaw, Sweetbread Rissotto. Gnocchi and pork was underwhelming for me, however I did note how much love the kitchen must have put into the pork for it to be as tender as it was. It just wasn't terribly flavorful. Rissotto with Sweetbeads was spectacular. My favorite thing all night. Oysters were decent, but a little chewy. Maybe that's because it's summer and its hot in 'dem waters. Anyway, it would have been much helped if we received bread service before our appetizers arrived, and I could have used the bread to hold the oyster and its sauce. Also, when we did finally get our bread, the DPIC mentioned that the dough definitely needed salt. It was quite bland, but the texture was nice. Entrees: We had the pork chop and Lamb & Sausage. For the same price, it is amazing how differently sized the portions are. Pork Chop was Flinstones size, but good. Lamb was succulent and grassy-flavored, though not complex. I was given a small disc-ette of sausage, which was great. I would have loved more of that. I was not gobbling up my lamb, however. Dessert: had the Pecan Pie and a glass of cognac. Good. I mean, I hope you can't screw up pecan pie, and the ice cream was a nice touch. Service: Decent. A little rough around the edges, and a tad slow/forgetful. Our server was nice, if not just a touch impersonal. She was trying, but did not have the smoothness and comfortability I expect from a bistro setting. I dislike when drinks take forever, or when we want to "play it by ear" as diners, and order course-by-course, and the server locks up. It took a while to get a glass of wine, or a refill of wine, and dessert menus as well as bread. Bartender was superb, however, and management checked up on us during the meal, which is good. All in all, I have no dying need to comback and eat here again. It's not a place I can't wait to inform others about, and unfortunately, in this town, that's what you need to keep people coming in. Best of luck, Rue 127, but you could greatly benefit from training your servers a touch more and spicing your food a bit better.

    (3)

  • D M.

    Saturday evening around 9 pm. Atmosphere: Too bright for my taste, especially considering the close quarters. I heard every conversation around me and think the bright lighting encourages people to be less mindful of their speaking voices. It also adds to the more casual feel, along with the decor - which I thought lacked theme and focus. Service: Very poor. Do not remember the young lady's name but from the get-go she was rather standoffish and short with us. Seemed as if she would much rather have been elsewhere than taking care of paying customers. Food: **They were out of the scallops, which was quite disappointing. 9 pm on a non-holiday/football weekend.. you should have scallops.** Onion Soup w/ sourdough croutons, gruyere, beef broth $8 -- On the bland side but the portions were right. Broth could definitely use some work. Iceberg Wedge w/ bacon lardons, tomato concasse, Roaring 40s bleu cheese, croutons, parley, herbed buttermilk dressing $7 -- This was delicious. But I can't give a place too many accolades based on a wedge salad. Very well done though. Pan Seared Puppy Drum w/ Prince Edward Island mussels, frisee, bacon lardons, ruby red grapefruit, poblano pepper and orange broth $23 -- This was a subtle and elegant dish. Nice depth of flavor and very clean and bright. Crispy Salmon w/ Panko breadcrumbs, dijon, herbs, roasted vegetable couscous, lemon butter $20 -- The lady had this in place of the scallops and was not very happy. Salmon was overcooked and the couscous was under. Lemon butter sauce also left her wanting. Skipped dessert. Also had a forgettable bottle of Malbec. I would perhaps give this place another try, but not before I knock out some other promising restaurants I've yet to dine at.

    (3)

  • Tamara B.

    This quaint little treasure is nestled between surprising neighbors. I think that is what kept me from visiting Rue sooner. Directly between Italian Pie and a noodle house,Rue truly stands out. The decor is inviting and although small, you don't get the crowded feeling like at Boucherie or other small places. I had the escolar and it was perfect- flaky, light, and flavorful. My friend had the roasted chicken and far better than one might imagine. To me, dining is an experience, the charm of the server and ambiance of this place guarantee my return.

    (4)

  • Sara P.

    From all these excellent reviews, I really REALLY wanted to love this place. Unfortunately, that is not how it turned out and I really felt like the food did not stand to par for the price I was paying for. I ordered the gumbo and the oxtail pasta. The gumbo was actually very good, not too salty, not too bland yet flavorful. However, the oxtail meat in the oxtail pasta turned out to be very salty unless eaten with an equal quantity of the pasta itself. My friend also ordered the diver scallops which came out to be too salty as well. Ultimately, we all looked forward to the famous "fried cupcake" dessert which actually resulted in being disappointing also. Truthfully, the dessert did not taste as unique as I'd pictured in my head. It pretty much was a fried cake ball rather than a fried cupcake ... yes this may sound as though I have high expectations but with such an intriguing dessert name itself, how can you not? (Also with the prices of these items ....) I guess it's a new thing that restaurants are doing but I was a bit taken aback by the $20 cake cutting fee I was charged (I'd bought a cake for my friends' birthdays that night). $10 I thought would be a little bit more reasonable, $20 I thought was very high. Otherwise, the ambiance of this restaurant is absolutely lovely. It's kind of hidden on the corner of Canal and Carrollton but once you're inside, it really makes you feel like you're in a restaurant on Magazine St. I just wish the food had been better than what I'd experienced ... hopefully it was a one day thing?

    (3)

  • Natalie H.

    Armed with a restaurant.com gift certificate and the boy in tow, we decided to celebrate our one year anniversary at Rue 127. I'm sure glad we did! I had been wanting to give the new mid-city "bistro" a try since it opened over a year ago but it never seemed to pan out. We had an 8:30 reservation and were seated immediately even though the restaurant was otherwise crowded. The exterior of the restaurant sets the mood for what you're about to walk into. A traditional shotgun house turned into a five star restaurant. Let me tell you, this is what mid-city has been missing! You're greeted by the hostess and a cute corner bar. We were seated in the main dining area where seating is very close. A server attending to table around us kept bumping into the boy. It continued to happen throughout dinner and became a bit annoying but he was a good sport about it. There is a large window separating the kitchen from the dining area and watching the chefs prepare the food is always a treat! We started with cocktails from their house list. They do ask that you be patient as the handcrafted drinks may take some additional time. It was worth the wait! For appetizers we had the oxtail pasta which had a very familiar taste to it. I couldn't pinpoint it but it was gourmet comfort food at it's finest. I also had the butter lettuce salad with candied pecans, fresh grated cheese and a delicious vinaigrette. The perfect start to the meal to come. The boy ordered the Pork Chop which had a delicious glaze and was cooked to perfection. I had the scallops, and let me say this: Get. The. Scallops. They were melt in your mouth delicious, seasoned perfectly (you'd be surprised how often I've received unseasoned scallops at some nicer restaurants in the city *cough* MILA *cough*) served with creamed potatoes and some caramelized root vegetables. Do not share these. Eat. Devour. Enjoy. With our entrees we decided to go for a wine pairing and left the option up to our server who very nicely informed us that the chef would select the wine pair. Wow. A chef who knows his stuff. I like. The scallops were paired with a sweet crisp blanc and the pork chop with a cab. Both were perfect. The cab had a nice caramel undertone that paired well with the glaze on the pork chops. Excellent. Chocolate tart for dessert wasn't my favorite but I was perfectly happy with my cup of coffee! The boy enjoyed the tart and that is good enough for me. I will be back soon. I will be back often. I will force everyone I know and love into this world of deliciousness!

    (5)

  • Coco P.

    Went with a party of 4. Everything was perfect. Beautifully decorated, small but cozy, intimate. I got the rabbit pot pie which for a rustic dish was so so good. Simple menu. Service was also v friendly & efficient. The exterior is a bit misleading with the cafe tables and string lights....because it really is a first class gourmet experience.

    (5)

  • Jeff S.

    Great food. Small place. Awesome.

    (5)

  • jenn m.

    this place was excellent! the gumbo is to die for! the drinks were very good. there's nothing on the menu I wouldn't order. dining inside or out is a great experience. the waiters are extremely attentive.

    (5)

  • Kim-Mi V.

    I ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY LOVE THIS PLACE. Everything I tried was delicious! For my appetizer, I decided to have the cauliflower risotto. My date had the veal porterhouse and i had the seared puppy drum. OH MY GOODNESS, the puppy drum was so yummy! It wasn't undercooked, it wasn't overcooked, it was cooked to perfection! If you're in the mood for something light, this is definitely a must try. If you're feeling dessert, you have to try their deep fried pumpkin cupcakes. I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin, but those cupcakes were amazing! They come with chocolate, butterscotch, and cinnamon dipping sauces. The cinnamon was my favorite. Just to let you know, It's a little hard to find since it's kind of tucked in compared to the other restaurants on Carrollton. Trust me, it's a place worth searching for! Steamed Mussels - okay Cauliflower Risotto - GOOD Veal Porterhouse - GOOD Ribeye - AMAZING Pan Seared Puppy Drum - AMAZING Deep Fried Cupcakes - GREAT Sticky Toffee Pudding - AMAZING

    (5)

  • Susan W.

    Here's all you need to know about Rue 127: DEEP FRIED CUPCAKES! But I'll get to that in a minute. Rue 127 is a little bistro on Carrollton, tucked away next to the Italian Pie. It is quaint and cozy, with approximately ten tables, a tiny bar area, cute artwork hanging on the walls, and a big window looking into the kitchen. The only negative about the ambiance is that it may be a little too bright. I went to Rue 127 for dinner the other night. For starters, we shared the steamed mussels, mushroom risotto, and diver scallops. The steamed mussels were served in a garlic white wine broth, served with Parmesan pommes frites. The mussels were good (pretty standard for mussels in New Orleans) but I did not love the pommes frites- I would have preferred thinner, crispier fries (or skip the fries & serve with bread). The mushroom risotto was prepared with oven-roasted oyster mushrooms, grilled Portobello (there were more of the oyster mushrooms than the Portobello mushroom pieces), and Parmesan-Reggiano. If you are craving risotto, this will satisfy your craving- it is rich, creamy, and cheesy. It was good, but personally I prefer the risotto at Domenica. My favorite appetizer was the diver scallops, served over foraged mushroom fricassee with a saffron emulsion- nicely cooked scallops and great flavor. There were many tempting entrees on the menu, but we shared the citrus glazed duck breast, served over potato puree with caramelized fennel, orange supremes, and Louisiana citrus jus. The duck breast was perfectly cooked, and I enjoyed the citrus glaze (and citrus jus) as well as the comforting potato puree. For dessert, we split the deep fried cupcakes, which are simply amazing. WOW. There are 4 tiny vanilla cupcakes with cream cheese icing, lightly battered and fried, served with 3 sauces- dark chocolate, butterscotch (or brown butter caramel?), and vanilla crème fraiche. The combination of the warm cupcake, icing, and sauces was incredible. Even though this dessert seems decadent, it was not overly rich (maybe because we shared? I could have eaten the entire dessert). It was delicious. There are a few other entrees on the menu that I would like to try, so I look forward to returning soon. Or I may just sit at the bar and eat deep fried cupcakes.

    (4)

  • Rudie H.

    Let me start by saying that the this was a fantastic meal. We tried 3 different cocktails and asked for them to be prepared less sweet than usual, go easy on the simple syrup. They did and the cocktails were delicious and beautiful. Bread was yum, salads were very good. The broth with the mussels was a bit light and the fries didn't make for very good dipping, however tasty they were on their own. Salmon and drum won the day, in my opinion, though companion thought his pork chop was the best. Short ribs tasted a bit greasy and bland to me, though the portion was huge and everyone else at the table thought they were great. Lemon dessert and sticky toffee were outstanding too. Wine suggested by the waiter also very nice. Everyone agreed that in terms of ingestibles, Rue was one of the very best. With the ambiance, however, we were disappointed. We were about 5 minutes late for our reservation. The girl behind the bar said our name and when we laughed at being greeting so personally, got a stone face in response. Fine, so we aren't as funny as we think sometimes. We were led into the glaring light of the dining room. As noted by many, its a small room with about a thousand lights on full blast. We sat down right near the kitchen, which has a very cool window allowing one to see prep, which I really enjoyed. But had the room been slightly less bright, the kitchen would have really popped visually. We were seated at possibly the most unfortunately lit table, so for us the lighting may have felt more extreme. Not only was the lighting terribly unflattering, not intimate at all, but it actually hurt if you accidentally glanced up too high. First thing we did was ask the waitress to please turn the damn lights down. She said she couldn't, that it was "part of the experience". What nonsense, we all thought. Felt that we were very much being fed a canned response and that they hadn't got the dimmer installed or something. Peeve #2: after unsuccessfully attempting to soak up some of that nice mussel broth with the fries, we asked for more bread. The response was, "Yes, er, I'll ask the chef." We all thought, what? The chef has to give us permission to eat more bread? If that was even the case, we didn't want to know. She just needed to say yes. Then she returned with only two rolls instead of 4. And there were 4 of us seated at the table. That was lame too. Definitely will go back, probably during the day time.

    (4)

  • E. S.

    Food was serviceable at best. If you're going to pay upwards of $30 an entree, it should be outstanding. Both of our entrees -- the rabbit pot pie and the short ribs -- fell waaaay short. Gumbo was decent, though. Muscles and app and the "s'mores" desert could have come from TGIF just as much as they could have from Rue 127. In other words, way short of gourmet dining. Also, the service was curt at best. Here's your table, here's your menu, here's your food, here's your check. Same thing as above -- when you come to a restaurant in this price range, service is almost as much a part of the meal as the food. Service was definitely lacking.

    (2)

  • Marielle S.

    I barely know where to even begin in describing how excellent Rue 127 is. We stopped in here on a whim, because our first choice (Ralph's on the Park) was booked to capacity. We didn't have a reservation here (they recommend one) so we had the choice of sitting outside on the patio or at a table in the bar area. We chose the bar. We started with delicious fried okra and bone marrow. The fried okra was lightly battered and fried and came with tomatillo sauce for dipping. The okra spears were delicious and a perfect start to the experience. The bone marrow was roasted veal marrow bones filled with caramelized onions and chipotle salsa verde. Decadent is an understatement. The marrow was amazing and when it mixed with the onions and salsa verde it created an unbelievable taste experience. I couldn't get over how rich and delicious this appetizer was. For my entree I got the pan seared salmon which was herb crusted salmon over white and green bean succotash with a bacon broth. I liked that the fish had a nice crust of herbs on it. The meat below the crust was tender and cooked to perfection. I loved how it just flaked off when I touched it with my fork. It spilled into the bacon broth and absorbed that juice, adding even more flavor to the experience. It was a perfect combination of fish and vegetables with a little something extra. Throughout the meal the wait staff was extremely attentive, and even though we were kind of off to the side, they checked on us constantly. The place itself is pretty small, so I definitely would make reservations in the future. I can also see how this would be a fantastic little stop for lunch. I will gladly return.

    (5)

  • Nicole M.

    I'd highly recommend a reservation, as this is a small place, but make it an go, ASAP! We loved every bit of our meal here. The cocktail menu had just been updated, and I loved the fresh crisp Phileas Fog in Honolulu. We had fried okra (crisp with a delicious dipping sauce) and mussels (served with fries in a saffrony) sauce for apps. I'd orders the okra again, but probably skip the mussels. Not because they weren't good, but just because the other courses were better. For an entree, we had the chicken. It came seasoned and cooked perfectly. The meat was tender and the skin was crisp. For chicken, it was truly excellent. The side of Mac and cheese was the true star of the dish, though. It has the perfect crust and an amazing amount of flavorful cheese. I could eat a bowl of just that! After all of that, we had to try dessert, because so many Yelp reviews raved about it. We had the deconstructed key lime pie--perfectly tart, very inventive. The true highlight of our trip were the deep fried cupcakes. We were told we had to try them. We were a bit skeptical, as none of us are huge red velvet fans, but boy are we glad to have given them a shot. Best dessert anyone at our table has had in a long time (and we're big dessert fans). The cupcakes were the perfect size and not too rich or greasy, despite being deep fried. They came with three excellent dipping sauces (chocolate, salted caramel, and something with a nice citrus note), but I think they tasted perfect on their own. They had cream cheese icing on the inside that oozed out as you took a bite. Go, eat, order the deep fried cupcakes, and enjoy this neighborhood gem!

    (5)

  • Helen L.

    My husband and I had dinner here during the Coolinary event. The special they presented was nice. My husband ordered grilled drum with a nice salad. I ordered the hamburger and homemade fries. It was very good and the bun was amazing. I also ordered the Honolulu cocktail. It was very tasty. I will return!

    (4)

  • Damian K.

    We really enjoyed the food and ambience at this Mid-City restaurant. My wife ordered the corn and cauliflower soup and was blown away, especially as the server told her that it contained no dairy. We'll have to ask for the recipe next time we're there. For my entrée I had the hanger steak (rare) and it was delicious. It was served with fingerling potatoes, leeks, mushrooms, charred tomatoes and a light poblano vinaigrette. All cooked perfectly. My wife had the shrimp remoulade salad which was served with a remoulade vinaigrette, so the dressing was light and complimented the fresh shrimp and was exactly right for lunch. Can't wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Keandra R.

    Three words....... FRIED CHICKEN SKINS!!!!!!!! *drops mic* A friend of mine lives walking distance from the Mid-City location. so when the place popped up a few months ago he pestered me about going with him. I totally wasn't up for dinner on a weeknight but I'm glad I gave in. I had the scallops which were cooked to perfection. He ordered the porkchop that came with risotto I believe. We ordered a few cocktails as well....can't go wrong with any of them honestly. Didn't have dessert, but I always hear folks RAVE about the fried cupcakes. The atmosphere and decor are amazing. Its a cute little spot! A must visit in the ever growing Mid-City area.

    (4)

  • Shannon S.

    Nice historic building that they did little remodeling too and fortunately preserved much of the historic nature of the old shotgun building. Due to the historic nature of the building the dining space is quite small and intimate which could be a good or bad thing depending on what you're looking for. The menu is very concise and the plastic chairs would be best replaced by some wooden ones eventually. This is the first and only place I've had a hot shrimp remoulade salad and I've got to say I find I prefer the cooler versions. They have a decent selection of items but its a bit on the pricey side considering the portion size. They serve some nice bread and butter with your meal and the hostess seems to often double as the only server which leads to decent but not always quick service. Overall this probably wouldn't be my first choice for a nice restaurant as it seems to often lack bang for the buck but it is one of the few nicer dining options in Mid-City.

    (3)

  • Kelleigh E.

    We stumbled upon this treasure during We Live to Eat Restaurant Week. And I'm glad we did. The bartender graciously gave us our first impression with his impeccable mixology skills. We each had two original specialty cocktails and I had a taste of all four. My initial thought was that if this guy could serve me a (peach infused) whiskey beverage that didn't make me gag, he certainly has a gift like no other bartender I've ever encountered. I've never been one to enjoy whiskey, but his magical ability transformed it into something miraculous. We started our meal with Gumbo, Shrimp & Saffron and a Wedge Salad. The flavors were spot on and everything was perfect. I had the quail and he had the the pork. Both entrees were incredible. As for dessert, no matter the route you choose, cherry tart, cheesecake, or something else, you won't go wrong. Everything was amazing and we will definitely be back. And that's a huge compliment with the amount of culinary dining experiences in NOLA. It's rare that a restaurant stands out this much.

    (5)

  • Buster W.

    Has dinner at the bar last night. Started with the gumbo which was excellent. My wife had the seasonal risotto, also very good. Then we each had a deep fried fois gras ball. We kept the theme of small plates going with the seasonal sausage appetizer total hit. Them split the duck breast entree between 3 of us. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu because it is constantly changing to keep up with the freshest available ingredients. Small and quaint with excellent staff. And a pretty good bartender (mixologist). Or whatever John likes to be called.

    (5)

  • Kevin A.

    The reservation for a table was on time and we were seated promptly. Unfortunately from there it went downhill. Our waitress Ashley gave us a real treat of some sharp cheddar except it was attitude not cheese. Don't know what she was mad about it she took her sweet time getting to us and taking care of us. The food was different. We had the gumbo with horseradish potato salad right in the middle of the gumbo. An acquired taste. One of us had the duck which was under done and rubbery. I had scallops for $27 and got a grand total of three. The most expensive scallops I've ever had. Salmon was also ordered and was supposedly done to order but it wasn't. All in all a rather disappointing experience for top dollar. Better foods available elsewhere and for less.

    (2)

  • William U.

    If you want a five star food experience in NOLA it's worth going mid city (out of downtown). There is a little restaurant in a house in Carrollton that is owned by a chef who schooled at the Culinary Institute of America. Every single thing we ate at the restaurant was fantastic. The gumbo is very unique. Starting with duck and chicken, the chef adds horseradish potato salad which gives it a unique pop. I ate a hamburger with kimchi and a Sambal aioli served with hand cut French fries. The hamburger was out of this world and the Korean cabbage added some nice hot spice. My wife had a tasting menu that included chilled watermelon gazpacho, duck tamales and pork tenderloin with sautéed apples. The deserts were out of the world and the Pastry Chef (also schooled at CIA knows her craft). Wine list was great. We had a 1998 Gran Cru for 125 dollars which is not bad considering the year and the region of the wine. Oh I forgot the handcrafted cocktails. Not too sweet and not too sour. Just perfect balance and harmony. All locals and tourists should check this place out!

    (5)

  • Randy M.

    A hidden gem tucked away from the hustle of the French Quarter. This is a concerted shotgun house that has transformed into a hip art, craft drink and foodie spot. The menu carries some great salads, traditional Nola food and current foodie items like broccoli rab, gourmet Mac n cheese and fried olives. The decor is smile yet elegant with lock art on the walls and a kitchen in full view behind a window. There is outside seating for cool nights and a bar up front. It was the first night for our waitress so I cannot speak to the staff except that she didn't fully know the menu but was friendly and attentive. The restaurant was full so they seemed overwhelmed at times but nothing to worry about. We enjoyed the gumbo, broccoli rab and fried okra. The fried okra was light and crispy with a great dipping sauce. The gumbo has duck confit as an ingredient and a flavorful spice combination. The rab was splashed with garlic and chilli flakes. Yum.

    (4)

  • Faith A.

    Kicking myself in the butt for waiting so long to come here. The gumbo was just perfect and its not your grandmas gumbo either. They do their own little twist on it and they are doing it right. The scallops with the fries is a great app to share. It's a super tiny place but if you go early you can beat the rush. I left very full and very happy. I can't wait to return!

    (5)

  • Mary Elizabeth W.

    If you like small cozy restaurants, then Rue 127 is the place for you! The tiny restaurant is located in an old shotgun house and is barely larger than my apartment (which is tiny, btw). But, the service was excellent and the food was tasty! I got the gumbo with potato salad, then the scallops and finished the meal with the apple crunch. I also had a delicious blueberry cocktail with dessert that was creamy and the perfect compliment to the apple crunch (I wish I could remember what it was called...) I highly recommend this place!

    (4)

  • Tamara F.

    I really wanted to like this place.. In fact, we tried to go to this restaurant last year and made the big mistake of just walking in without reservations.. We were immediately asked if we had reservations and when we said we didn't, we were told that we could wait an hour or so and they might be able to put us at an outside table. Um, no thanks. I chose not to wait an hour to find out if I could sit outside the actual place!! So, since then, I have been super hesitant about trying it again. Well, we went yesterday with reservations and 4 other people. We walked in, were seated immediately inside this time and basically this set the stage for the whole evening. The hostess seemed less than enthusiastic as she seated us and even though we were one of the only tables in the place, it took a particularly longer than should have been amount of time for anyone to even come over to the table. When our very nice (insert sarcasm) waitress came over, she seemed irritated and no interactions had even taken place. I didn't get her name bc I don't think she gave it to us, but she was a tall thin girl with red hair. She finally came over and asked if we wanted drinks. I knew what I wanted, but a few people in our party struggled with answering right away bc they were not sure what they wanted, and she just left the table. Seriously?? You can't wait a minute for everyone in the party to order something??? When she came back, one person had decided on a glass of Merlot to which she sharply replied.. "we don't sell that by the glass only by the bottle!" And she again walked away from the table... My aunt agreed to try another type of wine that was ordered by another person in our party, but it might have been nice for this waitress, since attending to our needs, is actually the JOB of the wait staff to have suggested a comparable wine that did, in fact come by the glass or to point out other cocktails on the cocktail menu that we didn't even know existed bc the hostess just placed it on the table, in the middle, and didn't bother to tell us that there was a separate wine and drink menu!!! This really set the tone for everything else. Our drinks came and were fine and we were told about one special that they had.. it seemed more like an afterthought by the waitress right before we placed our orders.. Again, complete apathy on her part for her job, for us as customers, and this overall feeling of imagined superiority that surely can't exist to be a good waitress/waiter. Our food came and actually was quite good. The portions are super small, almost like tasting plates, but I had the scallops and they were very good. We ordered the duck, the roasted chicken, and the mahi mahi fish. Everyone seemed very happy with their entrees. Again, I felt that perhaps the waitress, for lack of a better term, could have suggested some appetizers or side dishes by simply mentioning that entrees were on the small side or by some way indicating or suggesting or selling up on the apps or trying to add a soup or salad. The menu is kind of strange and doesn't really fully mesh so as a diner, I kind of felt confused about what I should order or the way I should proceed and there was zero attempt to offer assistance. We were never asked if we wanted dessert or coffee and the bill was brought to us much the same way everything else was handled with us, so we promptly walked across the street to Brocata's to get coffee and dessert. I really wanted to like this place,but the overall vibe is that I left with feeling that I wasn't really appreciated there and that they didn't really need me to be there. I have dined at some of the best places in New Orleans, like Emeril's and Commander's and what I always remember is the experience, not just the food. I didn't have an experience there.. I felt it was lacking and leaving me wanting more of everything, so I won't be back. There are just too many options, maybe even places where the food isn't as good, but the experience is a thousand times better and makes me feel good about dining there. I felt irritated that I had dropped a few hundred dollars at a place that didn't appreciate me... Enough said.. words to the restaurant management.. Get over yourselves.. You're good, but you're not THAT good for all the attitude!!

    (2)

  • Tom C.

    This has to be my new favorite place!!! Service, food, drinks, vibe were all excellent. Drinks- You have to check out the special cocktail menu. I had the Thomas Jefferson and my wife had the George Washington. I thought the Washington was outstanding but the Jefferson wasn't far off. Food- I ordered the mussels as my app and Scallops for my entrée and both were cooked to absolute perfection and beautifully presented. My wife order the roasted chicken with baked mac and cheese and roasted brussel sprouts. She said the chicken was very good and the brussel sprouts were amazing and the Mac &cheese was to die for. Service- our waitress was very knowledgeable and very attentive. No complaints. Overall our experience was excellent and if you haven't been here you need to.

    (5)

  • Maggie W.

    I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit here and it's been on my list to try for some time. I will definitely be giving it a second try. We had an 8:30 reservation, arrived about 20 minutes early, and were seated about 10 minutes after we arrived. The ambiance is really nice here. It's a small shotgun style house with eclectic decor. I believe we were in the "main" dining room which is quite small but it looks like there may be some side rooms as well. We ordered beer and wine and found there to be a small but nice selection of both. We then ordered our entrees. I had the ribeye and my friend the pork chop. Both were outstanding. I tasted the pork chop and was amazed at how tender and juicy it was for the size. My ribeye was also fantastic and served with some very flavorful potatoes and mushrooms. The only strange part to the evening was the frequency with which our water was refilled. And I know some folks may not consider it an issue....but about every 3 minutes the guy was refilling every glass at the table regardless of how full it was. There's a point where this just starts to become disruptive to the conversation at the table. Once our drinks and food arrived, this died off, but I found it hysterical at first!

    (4)

  • Andrew B.

    I ended up coming here quite by accident in the middle of the week a few months ago. If you aren't looking for it on Carrollton, you're not going to find it as it is quite recessed from the sidewalk. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food, seasonality of the menu, friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, as well as the decor and creativity. I've been back many times since and cannot recommend any single item, though you MUST try the deep fried cupcakes for dessert at least once. That being said, the cupcakes being fried really is not representative of their menu--don't let that fool you. Every time I've left I've felt pleasantly plump, delightfully tipsy, and had a safe ride home via the streetcar that rolls right by the front. Do not pass this place up. Come hungry. Tip well!

    (5)

  • M Q.

    I am a local and ALWAYS love Rue 127. I have never had a bad meal there! I brought 7 people from out of town there during our college reunion last weekend. They were all thrilled. We had a variety of items. It took a little while to get our drinks, but very soon afterwards the food started coming. Once they tasted the food and saw that everyone there was working together to keep things moving we settled in and had a hard time leaving to go to our next event. Wonderful!!

    (5)

  • Naomi L.

    Sorry, we had a bit of a let-down here. I've had this place bookmarked and was happily able to go w/a small group of friends for some birthday fun. This is a cute place tucked into S. Carrolton that you wouldn't expect next to a bank and joints like Witt's End and a noodle house. There's a few outdoor tables w/heating lamps, which was nice. Inside, there's a bar when you first walk in and then seating with the kitchen in the back (nice that you can see the kitchen thru a plate of glass). They said our table wasn't ready, so we sat to get drinks. Then came the issues: 1) My $9 or $10 fizzy drink tasted like flavored water. I didn't want to complain, so I drank it. I probably should have just said something instead of being salty about it. 2) The bartender put 2 other people's drinks on our tabs w/o asking us. Not that that's the end of the world and they were friends, but he still should have asked since that was ~$40 just for those and he didn't put everyone's drinks on. I kinda wonder what made him pick and chose to charge us for. 3) They didn't seat us for 30 minutes past our reservation time. I know it's Friday night, but you should respect our time as well. Also, only 1 other group came in after us, so it's not like they were crazy busy. 4) The food was hit or miss. The scallops were good, but the risotto was uncooked and more cheese than rice. The salmon was not the right temperature and the taste was a bit off. Sorry, the fried cupcakes were not delicious. However, the sticky toffee pudding got good reviews. Overall, I am a bit sad in general. Based on other reviews, I was really excited to find another hidden gem in Mid City. Perhaps they were tired towards the end of the night or we got them on a off evening. Either way, I don't think we'll be back.

    (2)

  • Katherine L.

    On a regular drive along Carrollton you might miss this little gem of a romantic intimate small restaurant, across the street from Angelo Brocato's and Venezia and placed next to Italian Pie and Doson Noodle House. We came here for dessert. When I checked out the menu online, it said that they had a blueberry upside down cake. When we got into the restaurant, that item was not on the menu, to great disappointment. But don't worry, there were other great things listed! Blackberry tart served with... a wine sorbet, can't recall exactly, on a crushed pecan crust... What?!?! This was pretty amazing and so good. We took small dainty bites like 'real proper' ladies. And what else was on special? A red curry mango sorbet? Sounds like a strange combo for a sorbet right? But it was fantastic, you could taste every little ingredient in there and it was a pretty perfect blend. We accompanied our dessert with a press of coffee which was a nice compliment, balancing the sweetness of the tart and sorbet. Despite the annoying street parking situation, I will most likely come back to try some of their wonderful sounding entrees.

    (5)

  • Robert B.

    This is a review I have no qualms about writing. I often write a review after only one or two visits to an establishment and feel a little like I'm not being fair. I do try to address that issue in those reviews and make it known it is a preliminary review. Such is not the case for Rue 127. I have dined here many times with different friends and with family as well. I have never had anything less than a stellar meal here, and I have never heard any complaints from any of my dining companions. My last visit was a few weeks ago with a lovely friend after a wine tasting. We were hungry but had trouble deciding where to go. My friend pretty much left it up to me , so I chose Rue because I knew the food would be great. The dining room is small but comfortable with a banquette on one side and tables on the other. We were allowed to choose our seating which I love. One of my pet peeves about hostesses is when they immediately seat you at the worst table in the house, usually near the WC or a bussing station. Then you have to ask for another table and they make you feel like you're a PITA. Anyway, we chose a nice banquette seat. My dining companion is not a big eater, so we chose two entrees to split--scallops with roasted cauliflower and an orange vinaigrette and a veal chop with a beet and parsnip (I think) chiffonnade or something like that on top and finished with a nice demi-glace. Both were awesome though splitting a veal chop can be a little, well, neanderthal. We basically looked like two dogs fighting over a veal chop. In my past visits to Rue I have had the following and recommend them ALL - mussels, gumbo with horseradish potato salad, fried oysters with jicama slaw (awesome), duck breast, duck confit (no longer on the menu which is a dommage because it is as good as any in town), grass fed filet. The only dessert I've had is the deep fried cupcakes which were not up to par with the entrees. Two last comments, one good, one bad. The Good - The food here is as good as any in town. A national publication, don't remember which, rated it as New Orleans most underrated restaurant. I agree. And given all that, the prices are extremely reasonable. The Not So Good - I have a problem with the wine list. It's not the quality; it's the slim pickings, and there are not enough bottles in the $25-$35 range. At my last visit, I saw a Bordeaux on the menu which was in that range, but they were out of it. We ended up getting an Italian red, I think a tempranillo, which was fine but not what I wanted. Oh well. Maybe they will improve on that. Even if not, I will be back.

    (5)

  • Cody H.

    I really give this place 3 1/2, but yelp doesn't let us. The food here is pretty good. I especially liked the gumbo its done with potato salad instead of rice. The salmon was really good also. My son wasn't a fan of anything of this place except the dessert which was deep friend cupcakes and we also had smores. Its a nice little restaurant that is perfect for a casual dinner. We sat outside and the bartender had to take care of us. I will go back.

    (4)

  • Jess R.

    We were really looking forward to eating here after a good amount of online research and a few really strong word of mouth reviews. Unfortunately, things really fell flat and left us disappointed and frankly stunned at how not good things were. Nutshell- our apps were not good, pork chop was good, and our particular server sucked. Feel free to continue reading for all the unfortunate details. We started with the fried olives. Of note- I am an olive fiend. I regularly crave olives and eat them straight out of the jar. They were stuffed with blue cheese and bacon and fried and frankly were just an assault on the palate. The different salty flavors should have melded harmoniously but instead all just heaped together to make a salted salty mess. Next we had the bone narrow and the gumbo. Gumbo was ok, lukewarm, watery consistency, and honestly forgettable. Even though the description touted delicious ingredients like duck confit, andouille sausage. Both suffered the same fate in that they were boiled into a flavorless oblivion. The marrow was ok, but forgettable, definitely not even close to being great. We shared a pork chop entree- definitely the highlight of the meal. It was cooked perfectly, seasoned well, and the corn Macchu and crispy onions went perfectly. My only complaint here was that the chop was again lukewarm. The corn dish was absolutely fantastic- like a creamy polenta with bits of whole corn- sweet, creamy, corny goodness. The Mac and cheese was ok. Not the best, not the worst, and again- forgettable. Unfortunately our server Ashley was terrible. We had long intervals of her absence, she was not friendly, offered limited insight into the menu or recommendations, forgot wine we ordered and by the end of the meal had home from civil and unfriendly to just unfriendly. I'm not sure what was going on in her life but today seemed like a bad day, and she took it out on us. The other waitress and hostess were delightful, friendly, receptive, prompt and efficient, which only highlighted the faults with out own service even more harshly. Overall the place is super adorable, and seems like it should be a really awesome dinner spot, but really was quite a disappointment- especially considering how expensive it was and the poor service. Food was not that great and definitely does not inspire me to want to come back and try anything else on the menu. Major bummer.

    (2)

  • Alison L.

    This place is awesome! I ordered a Moscow Mule although it's not on the menu because I noticed they had house made ginger beer. it was excellent. The roasted chicken was the juiciest chicken I've ever eaten. Brussels sprouts were delicious. And OMG, the mac n cheese was to die for. The others in my party all loved their dishes, too which included the pork chop, scallops, and the fish (don't remember the name of the type of fish). The desserts were amazing also. We shared the pumpkin trifle (WOW) and the sticky toffee pudding. Make sure to get reservations as it's very small. Great service and great atmosphere also!

    (5)

  • Kelli J.

    Our first visit was for Valentines Day and it was perfect! From the moment we walked in everyone was very sweet and welcoming. They had a 6 course tasting menu for the holiday, every one of which was delicious, and the (optional) wine pairing was a perfect compliment. Having tried the tasting menu, I definitely want to return to experience the regular daily menu.

    (5)

  • Kim-Thao H.

    After hearing so many great reviews about Rue 127, I finally had the pleasure of dining at this adorable and quaint little restaurant. The restaurant still had Christmas decorations and they made it feel so homey and comfortable. My friend and I decided to come for lunch, and it was delish! I'm really itching to come back for dinner to get the "full" experience, because the lunch menu didn't offer me everything I wanted to try. Okay so let's get to. the food. For starters, we got the Butternut Squash Soup and the Pear Salad. The soup was warm, not hot and very light with a hint of sweetness. It was good, but I'm not a big soup person so it wasn't a dish I was crazy over. The Pear Salad, on the other hand, was so refreshing! Such a good combination of dressing, lettuce, bacon, croutons, and pears! As entrees, I got the much talked about Pan Seared Puppy Drum and my gal friend got the Fried Oyster Salad. Thanks Kim-mi Vu for the suggestion for the puppy drum, and it was just FABULOUS! I loved it, and I'm not even a big fish eater! From the orange broth to the bacon to the mussels and even the grapefruit, it was perfection I tell you! Who would've know they would go so well together! I had a taste of my friend's oyster salad and it too was a clear winner! Sooo much flavor! The horseradish dressing really made this dish and complemented the yummy fried oysters awesomely. The dessert just really made this experience for me; I mean seriously, that shiz was DA BOMBDIGGITY!!! I'm already a cupcake fanatic, and when I found out Rue 127 had DEEP FRIED CUPCAKES, I knew this restaurant was a must-try! And boy, they did not disappoint. What made it even better was that they were PUMPKIN CUPCAKES! YUMMM!!! There were a total of five cupcakes and it came with three sauces: chocolate, cinnamon, and butterscotch . My faves were the cinnamon and butterscotch (not that big of a chocolate person). I honestly want to come back just for these babies! Service-wise, our waiter was attentive and informative. I wish he was a littler friendlier, but not a big deal. The pricing is very reasonable compared to other restaurants, and our bill for all this was only $55. Ahhh Rue 127, I can't wait to come back for dinner!

    (5)

  • Katie A.

    Visited this restaurant after wanting to try it for some time. I took my parents here for a meal. Our server, Ashely, was curt and rude to us. It took a long time to order our cocktails and then our meals when the restaurant wasn't even full. I ordered the duck breast, it came rubbery. The kimchi tasted off as well that came with it. We weren't even asked if we wanted dessert and then the check was dumped at our table after a very long wait after it was cleared. Overall it wasn't a good experience. I was hoping for a nice meal with my parents after not having seen them for some time and it turned out terrible. I do no recommend at all.

    (1)

  • Emily B.

    AMAZING! Neighborhood restaurant that was exquisite from beginning to end. Definitely start with a cocktail and try the bar bites as they delicious. I had the fried olives which were very good. The bartender was friendly and helped me pick out a cocktail. Will definitely be stopping by at Mardi Gras as they are along the endymion route. The menu was standard New orleans with a twist, which is perfect for a native. Would definitely recommend, especially when you have friends/family in town but don't want to do the quarter.

    (5)

  • Austin A.

    Rue 127 was a suggestion by a good friend of local food critic, Tom Fitzsimmons. A group of 6 went on a day when the Saints were playing so the restaurant seemed like it was all for us (also indicating it was more a locals spot). We felt immediately welcomed by the staff and the cozy nature of the place. They had a great wine list that you could tell was hand-selected and not too pricey. We got apps for the table that were all really good (fried olives, fried okra, cornbread, fried oysters). Entrees were outstanding as well. As we finished we had some bread pudding and I ordered off the the dessert cocktail menu (very inventive!). The drink I got was wonderful and unique. While the bread pudding itself was just okay (a little dense) the house-made ice cream it came with was incredible -- wished I had a whole bowl. Everyone at the table (literally everyone) declared their new favorite restaurant in NOLA. I would recommend to anyone.

    (5)

  • Matt T.

    Service was very friendly and efficient. Restaurant was very clean and appointed nicely. Menu read well, but the execution was off. The gumbo sounded great; the nicely rouxed seafood gumbo was totally overpowered by an extremely overly-horseradished potato salad center. A nice concept to serve in lieu of rice, but the horseradish dressing killed the gumbo. Swing and a miss. We also ordered the scallop dish. The scallops were unfortunately full of sand. The sous vide then pan sauteed fingerlings that accompanied the scallops were finished with saffron: another unnecessary added flavor that confused a simple dish. Seems that all across the menu, the kitchen wanted to add unnecessary flourishes which never let the food speak for itself. The mussels with lemongrass were flavorless. The highlight of the meal were the frites that came with the mussels. Very sad for the price we paid.

    (2)

  • Kristen R.

    I'm pretty stingy with my stars but this place earned it! An old house converted into an adorable cozy restaurant. The food was incredible! Absolutely everything was artfully prepared with a perfect balance of flavors. I went with a group. We spent 3 hours eating and sampled a wide array of items from the menu. Standouts for me: fried bacon and blue cheese stuffed olives, candied jalapeño corn bread bites, the gumbo, the short ribs, and (I forget the exact name) the sticky something... A marriage of bread pudding, coffee cake, and creme brûlée... Heavenly! The service was also amazing which is tough to find down here in the south where everything moves so painfully slow (for us out-of-towners). I will definitely be back next time I'm in town!

    (5)

  • Jordan H.

    As good as it gets. A Mid-City gem off the beaten path of "gourmet dining" in New Orleans. Rue 127 is proof that an unpretentious and simple neighborhood aesthetic can still coexist with a dining experience. Highlights include the fried duck legs (a special) and the mussels with chorizo. Every dish feels very familiar yet impeccably crafted to perfection and never boring. The cocktails are delicious and aren't over-sugared (particular emphasis on their signature cucumber beverage). Best of all- this fine dining experience comes at a wallet-friendly price. Lastly, Megan is an outstanding waitress who will ensure your eating experience is nothing short of outstanding.

    (5)

  • Becca B.

    Our experience at Rue 127 was amazing from start to finish. The atmosphere is so cozy and the lighting is perfect for date night! Our server was Ashley and she was amazing because she was very hospitable and really knew how to allow a patron to enjoy their meal by perfectly spacing the courses. We had the candied jalepeno cornbread and fried olives with bacon and bleu cheese for starters. Yes, they are as perfect as they sound! I had the diver scallops with fingerling potatoes, silver queen corn, fried egg, white beans and grapefruit vinaigrette. What a beautiful blend of flavors! The butteriness of the scallops and fried egg accompanied by the fresh lightness of the vinaigrette were stellar! I just had to get the broccoli rabe as a side and it too was absolutely fantastic. Rue 127 is a total gem! Yum.

    (5)

  • Sheryl F.

    If you are looking for a romantic dinner perfect find. But if you are looking for a family find WARNING! DON'T GO HERE!

    (3)

  • Matt R.

    FtThis quaint, little shotgun house, in my opinion, contains one of the city's best restaurants. From the moment my wife and I walked in to the moment we walked out: excellence. The decor was cozy and inviting, showcasing the beautiful and exquisite artwork of infamous NOLA artist Natalie Boo. Food. Everything was delicious and perfectly prepared. Having enjoyed a fine meal the night before at Commander's Palace, my expectations were unfairly high for Rue 127, but I must admit, they were exceeded. The chef prepared a juicy, and perfectly cooked, rib-eye for my main course. I am not going to get into all the fancy food talk; instead, just say that it was one of the best I have ever eaten and if I closed my eyes, I could just as well have traveled back in time to the night before at Commanders... yes, it was that good. Dessert. I planned on heading across the street to Brocato's for dessert (century old, and famous Italian ice cream parlor), but was persuaded to stay as I saw other tables' dessert plates come out... so I ordered the sticky toffee pudding. It was absolutely incredible and one of the best desserts I've ever had. The pastry chef is obviously well trained and the quality of this dessert far exceeded anything I could have had across the street, and anything I have had in the city. Bravo. To sum it all up... go there, and eat a lot of food. You will not be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Kimberly C.

    My friend and I heard about this restaurant in the Mid-City Neighborhood Catalog and since it's near where we're staying, we decided to check it out. We weren't disappointed! It's a smaller restaurant that has a homey feel to it. We decided to eat outdoors since it was such a beautiful night. My friend ordered a delicious butter salad and gumbo while I had the Grilled Leak Soup. Delish! For dessert, we had the Pecan pie with homemade vanilla ice cream. ¡Qué rico! Our waitress was very friendly and gave us recommendations for going out in the neighborhood. She was surprised that we were not from this area since the restaurant was very local. So if you're looking for a great place that's not touristy, check out Rue 127!

    (4)

  • Paige C.

    Great wine by the glass! Gumbo is rich and complex, and the cornbread is great to dip in it! Mussels are just ok, but the fried cupcakes for dessert were sinful!

    (3)

  • Man In The Shadow S.

    Excellent! The food here is as good as it gets. They have a snacks menu that goes from $2-$5 dollars (fried chicken skins, pork bun, etc.) the mussels with tomato paste, capers, lemon aioli with French fries, and the deep fried oysters in corn meal with a lemon time aioli appetizers were a true indicator of an excellent restaurant. Now to the entrees....the Atlantic cod with a smoked eggplant sauce with crispy polenta, and charred grape tomatoes, with summer squash spaghetti was so amazing. We also had the crispy duck breast, smoked sweet potato purée with a garlic broccoli rabe , with pickled baby beets. And for desert we opted for the moscato float drink with a pineapple sorbet. See you again Rue! Your truly amazing!

    (5)

  • Jonathan L.

    The food was amazing, respectfully portioned, and reasonably priced. Our service was great and very helpful with the food and cocktail menus. I had mussels to start and the duck as a main while my date had the crab & tomato bisque with the pork chop. The duck was definitely the winner, but the chop was very tender and very large. It's leftovers made a nice lunch for me the following day. We both had several cocktails that were also nice and fairly heavy on the alcohol. Overall, this was one of my best dining experiences of the year.

    (5)

  • Dalan C.

    I've been coming to New Orleans for work for the past 3 months so I'm making my way around to all the restaurants. This place is really a 3.5 star place. Parking was pretty easy to find around the block. Another cool looking house that was transformed into a restaurant. The inside has a cool home rustic feel to it. My only complaint was that it was little cold inside. Food: Starter was: SWEETBREADS,ENOKI MUSHROOMS,BEECH MUSHROOMS, PINE NUTS,LEMON RISOTTO. This was decent, but a tad on the salty side. Then my main dish was: HALF OF AN OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN,BAKED MAC AND CHEESE,ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS,ROSEMARY DIJON JUS. Chicken was almost on the dry side, and needed more salt. Brussel sprouts were really good. Mac and cheese, was average. Overall, this was a nice place, and the food is decent (not great, but good).

    (4)

  • Somhrita D.

    So the food here is great. The waitress we had - not so much. First she asked while pouring my water "did you find anything interesting" so i answered I haven't really looked yet. And she told me "oh i wasn't talking to you" (she was apparently referring to my companion). after this she told me the salmon came medium well, would I like it cooked more. I said yes I would like it well done. She asked what do you mean. I said well medium well the center is still pink. She then informed me that salmon is a pink fish... which I am aware of. so I decided to not belabor my point and just eat fish that is not cooked to my preference. I think she may have been aware my companion would pay for the food so she'd rather flatter him than me. But really, it was just impolite.

    (1)

  • Laura N.

    My husband and I had a wonderful meal at Rue127. We had an early reservation (6:00 PM) and had no trouble finding street parking. The restaurant has an inviting yet private atmosphere. Not too fancy, not too casual. They do have some outdoor seating which would be nice in warmer weather. We sat inside at a small table in a separate hallway. Private, quiet, and romantic. Perfect for our date night. The food was amazing! The chefs did a wonderful job preparing and presenting our meal. I had the duck confit and it just melted off the bone. Salty and very delicious with just the right amount of winter vegetables; butternut squash, brussels sprouts, and a few pomegranate seeds that provide that little zip of sweetness to this hearty dish. My husband had the scallops, which were buttery and melted in your mouth. For dessert: the fried cupcakes! When you bite into one, they remind you of birthdays and carnivals. It is like eating a slice of birthday cake and funnel cake at the same time. The dessert was fun and the meal was delicious! Overall, a memorable experience.

    (5)

  • Jessie R.

    Came in for dinner about two weeks ago. The restaurant is in a converted house, and some of the smaller tables are located in a claustrophobic little hallway. We had a reservation, but despite four open and unreserved tables in the main restaurant, we were seated in the creepy hallway directly in front of an air vent. That table just shouldn't exist. We had to ask for a different table and the server seemed really stressed out by the request (it wasn't busy). Overall, the food was well-cooked but not too memorable. The grouper was bland and over salted, the steak was good, the mussels were really good. Keep in mind, the food here is not extremely creative (I'm talking asparagus and risotto, potatoes and fish). If our mediocre service had been better, I'd have been happier when we left. Our server missed chances to get us a second round of cocktails and second glasses of wine, and we chose to forgo dessert and get Angelo Brocato's because we just weren't having much fun in the too-bright dining space without enough cocktails.

    (3)

  • Laura S.

    Best meal in New Orleans. My favorites at lunch were the Shrimp Ravigote and the Spaghetti alla Vongole, but everything we had was fantastic. I had to catch a plane or I'd have come back for dinner. Each dish seemed really carefully thought out, resulting in deep and varied flavors. While the food is characterized as American, I could see the local influences, but nothing was too rich or heavy unlike many other meals I had in the city. The house is small and intimate; the staff is warm and helpful; and the deep fried cupcakes are awesome!

    (5)

  • Kevin d.

    My wife and I had been wanting to try this place for a while now since we live in the neighborhood, and we finally made a date night to hit it up. Let me tell you what...this place is AMAZING. Parking/Location: There basically is none. If you live in this area of Carrollton, you know what I am talking about. Best bet would be to take the street car if possible, and if not, just understand that you are going to have to be patient unless you luck out and find something right away. The place is a tiny old house set back on Carrollton between Juicy Luicy and the bank on the corner. Ambiance: The place is small, but decorated beautifully. Perfect for a date, or a dinner with friends. There are a couple of tables out front on the sidewalk, so if it's nice out and you aren't trying to do the romance thing (traffic, sidewalk traffic), it could be fun to sit outside. Again, this place is SMALL. I would say if you are going on a Friday or Saturday night...call ahead or hit up OpenTable for reservations. We made reservations on Sat night for 6:30pm and were seated immediately. Service: Our server was very nice, prompt and chatted with us, I would say, just the right amount. She was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed, and was very good about recommending dishes and explaining the nuances of the menu items. Food: Good wine selection and the drink menu looked fantastic. We opted for a couple of glasses of red (Pinot and Cab, can't honestly remember the names). We started out with the oyster appetizer and it was great. Cornmeal fried oysters with a chili aioli and apples. The oysters were perfectly cooked and all the flavors complimented each other wonderfully. My wife had the diver scallop entree and she loved it. We are both huge fans of scallops and must say these are some of the best I have ever had. They were cooked perfectly (pan seared) and melt in your mouth. The mashed potatoes were tasty as well and the presentation was nice. I had the double cut pork chop and HOLY WOW. This was one of the best dishes I have ever had in my life. The pork chop (cooked medium and pefectly) was thick, juicy and the flavor was throughout the meat. I'm not sure what that marinade was, but it was outstanding. Wonderful char on the outside with a roasted red pepper jus that will knock your socks off. The crispy onion strings were a good compliment to the pork chop and the Jack Daniels and roasted corn coush coush was killer as well. For desert we had the pecan pie tart with homemade bourbon ice cream. The pecan pie was good, but the ice cream was the star here. Very strong bourbon flavor which we both loved. Perfect compliment to the sweetness of the pie/chocolate. Price: Prices are more than fair for the quality of food, the ambiance, and the service. It's no more expensive than any other restaurant of this caliber. For a couple, expect to pay about $100 (before tip) if you have wine, one appetizer, two entrees, a dessert + coffee. Conclusion: GO. You will not be disappointed. I really have NO idea how some of these folks gave this place 3 stars. It must have been an off night is all I can say. My wife and I will DEFINITELY be back. If you go, and you are a meat eater...GET THE PORK CHOP!

    (5)

  • Benjamin M.

    The food was average. Some dishes were good however most were overrated. The service was great with only one waitress on a table of 12. What really struck me as rude and inappropriate was the owner stared at our table all night. Never once in 3 hours did he walk 10 feet to introduce himself or ask how service was, it was Wierd ! The waitress, a doll, did amazing with large party. Which I would never recommend here for a large group.

    (2)

  • Ane T.

    Love love love this quaint little restaurant. When I say little, I mean little. There's probably about 10-12 tables max! But......the food was yummilicious!!! Although (there's a reason why I didn't give it 5 stars) the steak wasn't all that great. Everyone else's entrees were great! MUST get their infamous fried cupcakes! It's definitely one of a kind.

    (4)

  • Leslie M.

    Hands down fantastic food. The service is a bit amateurish, but what's on the plate will make this a regular place for me! Possibly the best gumbo in town.

    (4)

  • Kelley M.

    PERFECTION! If you have not been to Rue 127 yet, then you are missing out on one of the best meals of your life. Let's back-track briefly: Rue 127 scored initial points because unlike many restaurants in New Orleans it is actually open Tuesdays and I was able to make a reservation easily through OpenTable.com . Additionally, I was able to purchase a $25 gift certificate to Rue 127 at a reduced cost from Restaurant.com (using a promo code, I only paid $3.50 for it; regular price is $15--still a deal!). The restaurant is nestled away on Carrolton in an adorably renovated shotgun house. The décor of the restaurant is visually interesting and welcoming. We were greeted by the hostess and seated immediately upon arrival. We had stellar service throughout our entire meal. There is a window in the restaurant that allows you a full view of the kitchen. The boy and I actually enjoyed this very much, watching the chefs artfully prepare the food. That type of transparency (literally and figuratively) is rare and added an additional element of enjoyment and satisfaction to our experience. All menu offerings are well priced. Appetizers average around $8-9 and entrees average around $22. The menu is small, but the offerings are all delectable. The portion sizes are also quite generous. Mushroom Risotto--a must try!! With each bite I enjoyed a number of perfectly combined flavors. It is rich, creamy, and cheesy. The mushrooms are plentiful, tender, and delicious. The mushroom risotto was unique and enjoyable, definitely one of the most delicious dishes that I have ever had the pleasure of eating. Diver Scallops--fantastic! The dish is beautifully presented, like a little piece of art on a plate. I had four good-sized scallops served over whipped potatoes and oyster mushrooms. The scallops were perfectly seared and so very tasty. The boy enjoyed the Iceberg Wedge as an appetizer and the Citrus Glazed Duck Breast for his entrée. He said that his meal was enjoyable and well-prepared, but that the citrus glaze was a bit overwhelming. We will absolutely be returning to Rue 127. Next time we will definitely be trying the Steamed Mussels, served with parmesan pommes frites, and the Fried Cupcakes for dessert. I will also be returning for the mushroom risotto and the diver scallops. Truly a five star meal in every regard. Love, love, loved it. Looking so forward to having another meal at Rue 127.

    (5)

  • Molly B.

    I came here with my boyfriend on a Thursday night and we were able to book a reservation that day but I'd suggest calling in early. It's in a small house but luckily they don't squeeze you in on top of each other. Their martini list is great - I had one with mandarin vodka, tequila, lime juice, and simple sugar. I asked if they had any vegetarian items and the server informed me that they usually do but tonight the chef wasn't making any. I know this isn't the most vegetarian friendly city so I know that when I leave the house I'm consenting to possibly having few to no options. Anyways, I split the Risotto appetizer which was really great - I'd highly recommend it. It's not huge but it's wonderfully heavy and creamy so unless you have your eating pants on I'd suggest splitting it with someone so you have room for what's next. My boyfriend ordered the wedge salad and said it was good but he was already full. They also bring out a basket of fresh brioche - really good, light but rich in flavor. I went with the diver scallops since I can't go to a restaurant like this and just order lettuce. For someone who doesn't eat shellfish they were really good. The sour cream whipped potatoes were awesome, I would have just ordered a bowl of that if I could. My boyfriend loved his pork chops and said it was one of the best meals he has ever had. The presentation of both entrees were really elegant and appetizing. Even though we were both full since the appetizers course I insisted on ordering the deep fried cupcakes. The anticipation was a lot more exciting than actually eating them though. I didn't think they tasted like cake, the melted/dripping frosting didn't do much for me, and the dipping sauces couldn't save them. There are other options on the dessert menu that sound awesome.

    (4)

  • Laila B.

    The inside is beautiful and I can't wait for warm weather to enjoy the outside. Initially, I was a little disappointed that they didn't have a specialty cocktail list but I can get over that. We only had appetizers and desserts and I will certainly be back for more. We enjoyed the mussels, pork belly and scallop tortellini. The mussels were good but I didn't want to drink the broth like I usually do, there was maybe too much acidity? Also, their homemade bread is very nice but very SWEET and not such a great match for the savory food. The pork belly was served with these potatoes that I think were scored and then fried so they had a really unique texture. Deep-fried cupcakes, I'm sorry to be a dissenter but not for me. I liked that they were warm and oozy but they were way too sweet and the greasy exterior was overwhelming. We had a date cake that was served with honey ice cream, very good but also a bit on the sweet side. I look forward to coming back and trying more of the menu.

    (4)

  • Charlé W.

    It's easy to miss this quaint little house since it's wedged between two eyesores in a sea of neon on the busy part of N. Carrolton. If an aged interior designer took a stab at modern décor, you'd have Rue 127's design aesthetic. I'm not a fan of the paintings or some of the furniture choices but that's all subjective anyway. What I did love was the work of art that was our three course meal. Every dish left us excited for the next one. What We Got: Leek soup A Gumbo A+ Double Cut Porkchop A+ Citrus Glazed Duck Breast A+ ...my plate was entirely cleaned. Mango Sorbet A++ Deep Fried Cupcakes B ...these are exceptionally decadent. Not only are they cupcakes. That are deep fried. But they're filled with oozing icing. And accompanied with dipping sauces. I'd rather have a gooless deep fried cupcake with the option of dipping 'em into a warm icing. The sauces I could do without, but that's just me.

    (5)

  • Elaine M.

    Yet another new mid-city, high quality, restaurant! I'm so relieved that we finally got around to trying this place last night. We were hoping for something a bit more casual and cheap, and this place isn't really, but we were still far from disappointed. Glad I insisted we think outside the common realm of restaurants we frequent because Rue 27 has now happily become one of these! I love the tiny coziness and then again I don't. Our table was way too close to an older couple whose husband was very demanding and rude to our waitress. He then began loudly berating his wife for not putting her phone away. Aside from trying to talk over them, the snappy decor was thankfully distracting. They have some really great, colorful art on the walls right now, the artists' name eludes me at the moment, and (as Walker mentioned) that shiny window into the kitchen is both interesting and refreshing. Seeing one's food prepared by professionals is always a treat! Of course, the chef hubby was enthralled as well. We ordered the butter -lettuce salad which was my favorite thing to hit the table by far. Never before has a simple salad like that just blown me away! Light on the house-made vinaigrette, a small bit of shaved cheese and tiny candied pecan pieces. Yes, I would call this salad brilliant. The French Onion soup was just ok, a bit salty and kind of greasy. Some people may like theirs that way but I've had better. The complimentary rolls come in a fancy little silver basket but they weren't hot, which I'm kind of glad for as they did not tempt me to devour the whole basket as I'm sometimes wont to do. The scallop tortellini was so light and packed with flavor! Again with the just right balance of brown butter (most places overdo it). I loved the slightly firm texture of both the pasta and the asparagus tips topped with a perfect little dollop of creme fraiche! I see me in the future, cozied up here on some solo lunch dates, with a novel and a good bottle of wine.... eventually trying every item on the menu and savoring each well thought out, dainty, fresh little bite.

    (4)

  • Sherah A.

    I was excited to try Rue...but my experience did not meet my expectations. The dining room is way to bright for its size. You can see your next table neighbor way to clearly. The menu looked awesome--The food was not great. We had an appetizer that was ok and a good wedge salad, but both entrees salmon and scallops were super salty. Our servers did not know anything about martinis, and there was no drink menu...you just kind of expect now days in this type of restaurant. For the price, we felt like there are way too many more awesome places to go.

    (3)

  • Lisa C.

    This place is so cute and the food is amazing! It has a very clean, cozy, and local feel to it as it's in what seems to be a renovated shotgun house. Right when you walk in, you're greeted by a bartender at a small full-service bar where you can enjoy a cocktail or something off the unique wine list while you wait to be seated. The dining room is comfy and decorated with all local artists selling their work. The chefs and owner can be seen at work through a large window into the kitchen. I was lucky enough to get to go to a tasting of the menu before opening and I still can't get over how delicious everything was. The mushroom risotto and the mussels were my favorite apps. The ribeye was juicy and cooked perfectly. I loved the duck and especially the salmon with couscous. While all the desserts are tasty, you just can't leave without trying to fried cupcakes! From the French Quarter, take the Canal Street car and get off at Carrollton. It's on the far side of Carrollton on the right.

    (5)

  • Broderick G.

    Great little place! A dear friend of mine and I decided to go for brunch when I was in New Orleans for a conference. I had the Pain Perdu (French toast) with strawberries and bourbon cane syrup as an appetizer and then the Shrimp and Grits for an entree. Both were very tasty and the portions were appropriate for each item. However, the highlight of the meal was the Sticky Toffee Bread Pudding! It was absolutely delicious and was served with house made honey ice cream.

    (4)

  • Linda T.

    I have heard good things about this place and yelped it a few times and just never got to trying it. The restaurant is a little hidden so make sure to look closely for it. As soon as my husband and I walked in, we noticed it was a little cramped. We didn't make reservations so we waited for about 45 minutes. This is expected on a Saturday night. While waiting, my husband, friend and her fiance got a few cocktails. My friend and her fiance ordered the sangria and my husband ordered a mojito which they loved because they ordered another round of it. Appetizers: My husband and I shared the mussels and pomme frites. The pomme frites were so delicious. Entree: I ordered the steak and bone marrow. I was pretty impressed. It was cooked to perfection and so tender. The whipped potatoes that came with the steak was amazing! And the bone marrow spread on the crostini topped with salt and some greens (I thlnk parsley...lol) had a kick of flavor. My husband ordered the drum and I am sure he loved it because he cleaned his plate. Dessert: We ordered the fried mini cupcakes which was pumpkin flavored. This was delicious! Overall, I am so happy we finally got to give this restaurant a try. I will definitely come back again. I forgot to mention that our bartender Katie was amazing. She was very friendly, funny and sweet. I asked her to make a cocktail similar to what I had in Las Vegas and it tasted exactly like it. I will be back for more =)

    (4)

  • Gigi J.

    Tried Rue 127 while in town for a trade show and loved it! I had the fava bean salad as my starter and it was delicious. Great mix of greens, fava beans and dressing. For my entree I had the double cut pork chops. These have to be the best pork chops I've ever had. They were juicy and tender. Most restaurants tend to over cook their pork chops but these we cooked perfectly. The corn coush coush with roasted pepper jus and crispy onions were a perfect compliment. After such a delicious entree I went for a light dessert..sorbet. To my surprise they were offering a Korean melon sorbet. This tasted like a combination of honeydew and cantaloupe which was great. The restaurant was small but the ambiance was nice. Most people are complaining that it was too bright but I did not mind. The worst is going to a restaurant and having to use the candle to read your menu. I could actually see my food and the person I was with. The server was great as well. He was very attentive but not too attentive. As others said you could really miss this place if you're not looking but it is well worth the search. It's a quick cable car ride to Mid-City on Canal from the French Quarter. Next time I am in the big easy I will definitely be visiting Rue 127 again. Best meal I've had in a LONG time.

    (5)

  • Ronnie R.

    I wanted to love this place, I really did. A quality, high end restaurant within walking distance...it seemed too good to be true. Maybe my expectations were too high. Nestled between Juicy Lucy's and Italian Pie is a tiny single shotgun house set back off the street that's easy to miss if you're not looking for it. It's a small place. There is a tiny bar area by the front door and a main dining room immediately behind that with maybe ten tables. The décor inside is very warm and inviting with nice woodwork and local art adorning the walls while salvaged corbels from an old house are hung along the dining room walls. One neat feature was the window on the back wall of the dining room with a perfect view of the chefs preparing the food. They also have a few tables on the front patio for those days when the weather cooperates. When we arrived for our reservation, we noticed that the entire dining room was rearranged to accommodate two large parties with our two top situated along the wall where the bar area transitions into the dining room. It seemed a little awkward table placement and we knew we would be competing for attention with the much larger tables. The waitress was nice, but was a little inattentive considering this is a $40-$50 per person type of place. It took a while after we were seated before we were even able to give our drink orders. When we finally got our drinks, she brought us out some bread, or should I say a small single piece of bread. They seem to be unnecessarily stingy with doling out the bread. That little piece of bread was pretty good, though. It tasted like a croissant and a cafeteria roll hooked up and had a buttery love child. For an appetizer, we had the gumbo with duck confit, chicken and andouille sausage it was really good, but it had an interesting twist. Instead of serving if in a deep bowl with a lump of rice, it was served in a shallow bowl with a mound of horseradish potato salad in the center. I know it seems like such an odd combo, but it worked beautifully and was easily the best thing we had that night. For the entrée, my girl had the roasted chicken with baked mac and cheese, while I went for the diver scallops. The chicken was edible. It was basically a half a chicken served over a bed of roasted Brussels sprouts. The chicken was cooked well and was very juicy, but the flavor just wasn't there. The side of mac and cheese was a disappointment. It tasted like it came from the buffet line at Piccadilly. The best part of the dish was actually the Brussels sprouts. They were crispy and juicy at the same time and seasoned well. The scallop dish was a somewhat better and it was apparent that a lot more effort went into the presentation. It's the closest thing they have to a vegetarian friendly entrée. The scallops were lined up over a bed of oyster mushrooms and roasted fennel. Right next to that were some delightfully creamy sour cream whipped potatoes. This was my first experience with scallops, so I really didn't know what to expect, but they weren't bad. The potatoes were awesome and the mushrooms worked well with the seared scallops. The first two scallops were okay but after that I was kind of tired of the taste and texture so the last two were a little more of a chore. It was like when you eat too much of the same thing, you need a side dish to break up the taste and cleanse the palate. We opted to walk over to Broccato's for dessert since the rest of the meal didn't really impress. I would go back and try a different dish, perhaps the puppy drum or the duck. I would like to chalk up the inattentive service to the two large parties that monopolized the small dining room, but when you're paying this much, it is unacceptable to get our first drink refill and the desert menu at the same time. I can think of five restaurants right now that at the same price point but have better food and service. I'll give them another shot after the holidays are over and the restaurant scene calms down a little bit.

    (3)

  • Tap B.

    My colleague and I stopped in at Rue 127 for a casual lunch after a meeting in Mid-City. I've been hearing great reviews so I wanted to give this place a try. With a New American-flare, Rue 127 is set in a former shotgun-style home in the heart of Mid-City. Ambiance was welcoming although the space is a bit small. I ordered the fried green tomato BLT sandwich and my colleague had the oyster salad. The fried green tomato BLT sandwich came with applewood smoked bacon, butter lettuce, bacon aioli and a fennel and citrus salad. The combination of the fried green tomato and bacon was interestingly tasty, although the sandwich fell victim to the dry side. My colleague's oyster salad was delicious-- local, corn-fried oysters on top of romaine lettuce, red peppers, onions, and artichokes, all held together by a creamy horseradish dressing. Though both dishes were good, they were not extraordinary. Now, the high point of this meal was the desserts. Fried cupcakes accompanied by 3 dipping sauces? Yes. Chilled lemon souffle cake with a pomegranate gastrique? Hell yes. Chef Joanna Palmer dives into the hearts of sweet-toothers with these great dishes.

    (4)

  • Wallace L.

    I'd like to put 3.5, but alas, Yelp, you won't give me the options to write out percentages of stars! Ambience is quaint, if not just a hint impersonal. I will comment that the womens' bathroom is well stocked with everything a lady could ever need, which is a great consideration. You do, however, have to walk through the kitchen to get there, which isn't the worst thing in the world, but odd for some folks. Drinks: Cocktails are good. Wine list is decent. No really good sparklings by the glass, which is how I like to start my meals. They had a prosecco BTG that they offered me, though it was low-quality. What's a girl to do? Food: Decent, but not profound. Apps: Started with the Gnocchi with Pork Belly, Fried Oysters w/ Remoulade and Apple Jicama slaw, Sweetbread Rissotto. Gnocchi and pork was underwhelming for me, however I did note how much love the kitchen must have put into the pork for it to be as tender as it was. It just wasn't terribly flavorful. Rissotto with Sweetbeads was spectacular. My favorite thing all night. Oysters were decent, but a little chewy. Maybe that's because it's summer and its hot in 'dem waters. Anyway, it would have been much helped if we received bread service before our appetizers arrived, and I could have used the bread to hold the oyster and its sauce. Also, when we did finally get our bread, the DPIC mentioned that the dough definitely needed salt. It was quite bland, but the texture was nice. Entrees: We had the pork chop and Lamb & Sausage. For the same price, it is amazing how differently sized the portions are. Pork Chop was Flinstones size, but good. Lamb was succulent and grassy-flavored, though not complex. I was given a small disc-ette of sausage, which was great. I would have loved more of that. I was not gobbling up my lamb, however. Dessert: had the Pecan Pie and a glass of cognac. Good. I mean, I hope you can't screw up pecan pie, and the ice cream was a nice touch. Service: Decent. A little rough around the edges, and a tad slow/forgetful. Our server was nice, if not just a touch impersonal. She was trying, but did not have the smoothness and comfortability I expect from a bistro setting. I dislike when drinks take forever, or when we want to "play it by ear" as diners, and order course-by-course, and the server locks up. It took a while to get a glass of wine, or a refill of wine, and dessert menus as well as bread. Bartender was superb, however, and management checked up on us during the meal, which is good. All in all, I have no dying need to comback and eat here again. It's not a place I can't wait to inform others about, and unfortunately, in this town, that's what you need to keep people coming in. Best of luck, Rue 127, but you could greatly benefit from training your servers a touch more and spicing your food a bit better.

    (3)

  • D M.

    Saturday evening around 9 pm. Atmosphere: Too bright for my taste, especially considering the close quarters. I heard every conversation around me and think the bright lighting encourages people to be less mindful of their speaking voices. It also adds to the more casual feel, along with the decor - which I thought lacked theme and focus. Service: Very poor. Do not remember the young lady's name but from the get-go she was rather standoffish and short with us. Seemed as if she would much rather have been elsewhere than taking care of paying customers. Food: **They were out of the scallops, which was quite disappointing. 9 pm on a non-holiday/football weekend.. you should have scallops.** Onion Soup w/ sourdough croutons, gruyere, beef broth $8 -- On the bland side but the portions were right. Broth could definitely use some work. Iceberg Wedge w/ bacon lardons, tomato concasse, Roaring 40s bleu cheese, croutons, parley, herbed buttermilk dressing $7 -- This was delicious. But I can't give a place too many accolades based on a wedge salad. Very well done though. Pan Seared Puppy Drum w/ Prince Edward Island mussels, frisee, bacon lardons, ruby red grapefruit, poblano pepper and orange broth $23 -- This was a subtle and elegant dish. Nice depth of flavor and very clean and bright. Crispy Salmon w/ Panko breadcrumbs, dijon, herbs, roasted vegetable couscous, lemon butter $20 -- The lady had this in place of the scallops and was not very happy. Salmon was overcooked and the couscous was under. Lemon butter sauce also left her wanting. Skipped dessert. Also had a forgettable bottle of Malbec. I would perhaps give this place another try, but not before I knock out some other promising restaurants I've yet to dine at.

    (3)

  • Tamara B.

    This quaint little treasure is nestled between surprising neighbors. I think that is what kept me from visiting Rue sooner. Directly between Italian Pie and a noodle house,Rue truly stands out. The decor is inviting and although small, you don't get the crowded feeling like at Boucherie or other small places. I had the escolar and it was perfect- flaky, light, and flavorful. My friend had the roasted chicken and far better than one might imagine. To me, dining is an experience, the charm of the server and ambiance of this place guarantee my return.

    (4)

  • Catie K.

    Oh. My. God. Try the smokertini. Bleu cheese and bacon stuffed olives? I can now die happy. Rue 127, please bottle those.

    (5)

  • Cherish V.

    Great food but can be loud.

    (5)

  • C.Rose P.

    I love the casual-fine atmosphere, the fresh food, and the fact that they were able to whoop up a veggie plate for me, without making a fuss. I was just gonna settle for a normal risotto, but they took good care of me! My one gripe? I wish they'd mentioned walnuts in the spoon-bread that we had for dessert. The dessert was lovely, but my allergy didn't agree. My evening ended with a decent dinner bill and an Epipen. Even then, crap happens. We had a lovely experience otherwise, I'll just be sure to ask before I order in the future.

    (4)

  • Chris F.

    Excellent food. Great cocktails. Only gripe is that like a lot of places in New Orleans its not big enough for a big group, but too noisy for a date night (at least on a weekend). Perfect for a group of four really.

    (4)

  • Sara P.

    From all these excellent reviews, I really REALLY wanted to love this place. Unfortunately, that is not how it turned out and I really felt like the food did not stand to par for the price I was paying for. I ordered the gumbo and the oxtail pasta. The gumbo was actually very good, not too salty, not too bland yet flavorful. However, the oxtail meat in the oxtail pasta turned out to be very salty unless eaten with an equal quantity of the pasta itself. My friend also ordered the diver scallops which came out to be too salty as well. Ultimately, we all looked forward to the famous "fried cupcake" dessert which actually resulted in being disappointing also. Truthfully, the dessert did not taste as unique as I'd pictured in my head. It pretty much was a fried cake ball rather than a fried cupcake ... yes this may sound as though I have high expectations but with such an intriguing dessert name itself, how can you not? (Also with the prices of these items ....) I guess it's a new thing that restaurants are doing but I was a bit taken aback by the $20 cake cutting fee I was charged (I'd bought a cake for my friends' birthdays that night). $10 I thought would be a little bit more reasonable, $20 I thought was very high. Otherwise, the ambiance of this restaurant is absolutely lovely. It's kind of hidden on the corner of Canal and Carrollton but once you're inside, it really makes you feel like you're in a restaurant on Magazine St. I just wish the food had been better than what I'd experienced ... hopefully it was a one day thing?

    (3)

  • Kim-Mi V.

    I ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY LOVE THIS PLACE. Everything I tried was delicious! For my appetizer, I decided to have the cauliflower risotto. My date had the veal porterhouse and i had the seared puppy drum. OH MY GOODNESS, the puppy drum was so yummy! It wasn't undercooked, it wasn't overcooked, it was cooked to perfection! If you're in the mood for something light, this is definitely a must try. If you're feeling dessert, you have to try their deep fried pumpkin cupcakes. I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin, but those cupcakes were amazing! They come with chocolate, butterscotch, and cinnamon dipping sauces. The cinnamon was my favorite. Just to let you know, It's a little hard to find since it's kind of tucked in compared to the other restaurants on Carrollton. Trust me, it's a place worth searching for! Steamed Mussels - okay Cauliflower Risotto - GOOD Veal Porterhouse - GOOD Ribeye - AMAZING Pan Seared Puppy Drum - AMAZING Deep Fried Cupcakes - GREAT Sticky Toffee Pudding - AMAZING

    (5)

  • Natalie H.

    Armed with a restaurant.com gift certificate and the boy in tow, we decided to celebrate our one year anniversary at Rue 127. I'm sure glad we did! I had been wanting to give the new mid-city "bistro" a try since it opened over a year ago but it never seemed to pan out. We had an 8:30 reservation and were seated immediately even though the restaurant was otherwise crowded. The exterior of the restaurant sets the mood for what you're about to walk into. A traditional shotgun house turned into a five star restaurant. Let me tell you, this is what mid-city has been missing! You're greeted by the hostess and a cute corner bar. We were seated in the main dining area where seating is very close. A server attending to table around us kept bumping into the boy. It continued to happen throughout dinner and became a bit annoying but he was a good sport about it. There is a large window separating the kitchen from the dining area and watching the chefs prepare the food is always a treat! We started with cocktails from their house list. They do ask that you be patient as the handcrafted drinks may take some additional time. It was worth the wait! For appetizers we had the oxtail pasta which had a very familiar taste to it. I couldn't pinpoint it but it was gourmet comfort food at it's finest. I also had the butter lettuce salad with candied pecans, fresh grated cheese and a delicious vinaigrette. The perfect start to the meal to come. The boy ordered the Pork Chop which had a delicious glaze and was cooked to perfection. I had the scallops, and let me say this: Get. The. Scallops. They were melt in your mouth delicious, seasoned perfectly (you'd be surprised how often I've received unseasoned scallops at some nicer restaurants in the city *cough* MILA *cough*) served with creamed potatoes and some caramelized root vegetables. Do not share these. Eat. Devour. Enjoy. With our entrees we decided to go for a wine pairing and left the option up to our server who very nicely informed us that the chef would select the wine pair. Wow. A chef who knows his stuff. I like. The scallops were paired with a sweet crisp blanc and the pork chop with a cab. Both were perfect. The cab had a nice caramel undertone that paired well with the glaze on the pork chops. Excellent. Chocolate tart for dessert wasn't my favorite but I was perfectly happy with my cup of coffee! The boy enjoyed the tart and that is good enough for me. I will be back soon. I will be back often. I will force everyone I know and love into this world of deliciousness!

    (5)

  • Coco P.

    Went with a party of 4. Everything was perfect. Beautifully decorated, small but cozy, intimate. I got the rabbit pot pie which for a rustic dish was so so good. Simple menu. Service was also v friendly & efficient. The exterior is a bit misleading with the cafe tables and string lights....because it really is a first class gourmet experience.

    (5)

  • Jeff S.

    Great food. Small place. Awesome.

    (5)

  • jenn m.

    this place was excellent! the gumbo is to die for! the drinks were very good. there's nothing on the menu I wouldn't order. dining inside or out is a great experience. the waiters are extremely attentive.

    (5)

  • Susan W.

    Here's all you need to know about Rue 127: DEEP FRIED CUPCAKES! But I'll get to that in a minute. Rue 127 is a little bistro on Carrollton, tucked away next to the Italian Pie. It is quaint and cozy, with approximately ten tables, a tiny bar area, cute artwork hanging on the walls, and a big window looking into the kitchen. The only negative about the ambiance is that it may be a little too bright. I went to Rue 127 for dinner the other night. For starters, we shared the steamed mussels, mushroom risotto, and diver scallops. The steamed mussels were served in a garlic white wine broth, served with Parmesan pommes frites. The mussels were good (pretty standard for mussels in New Orleans) but I did not love the pommes frites- I would have preferred thinner, crispier fries (or skip the fries & serve with bread). The mushroom risotto was prepared with oven-roasted oyster mushrooms, grilled Portobello (there were more of the oyster mushrooms than the Portobello mushroom pieces), and Parmesan-Reggiano. If you are craving risotto, this will satisfy your craving- it is rich, creamy, and cheesy. It was good, but personally I prefer the risotto at Domenica. My favorite appetizer was the diver scallops, served over foraged mushroom fricassee with a saffron emulsion- nicely cooked scallops and great flavor. There were many tempting entrees on the menu, but we shared the citrus glazed duck breast, served over potato puree with caramelized fennel, orange supremes, and Louisiana citrus jus. The duck breast was perfectly cooked, and I enjoyed the citrus glaze (and citrus jus) as well as the comforting potato puree. For dessert, we split the deep fried cupcakes, which are simply amazing. WOW. There are 4 tiny vanilla cupcakes with cream cheese icing, lightly battered and fried, served with 3 sauces- dark chocolate, butterscotch (or brown butter caramel?), and vanilla crème fraiche. The combination of the warm cupcake, icing, and sauces was incredible. Even though this dessert seems decadent, it was not overly rich (maybe because we shared? I could have eaten the entire dessert). It was delicious. There are a few other entrees on the menu that I would like to try, so I look forward to returning soon. Or I may just sit at the bar and eat deep fried cupcakes.

    (4)

  • Alexander G.

    Good as it gets. If you're looking for good food thats not smack in the middle of touristville, aka "you can actually park nearby" then this is your place. I'm not a huge fan of Cajun so I came here and was not disappointed! Get the gumbo and roasted chicken. Also the staff is really friendly and attentive.

    (5)

  • Pam M.

    By far, the best meal we have had at a restaurant in a long time. And we went at 10:15 pm on a Saturday night and they were about to close. Mushroom risotto was awesome! I typically don't order iceberg lettuce salad, but my husband wanted to try it, and it was delicious! Just the right amount of blue cheese dressing, and chives that we couldn't get over how good it was. The pork chops just melted in your mouth! You can tell the food was made with love! Awesome place!

    (5)

  • Rudie H.

    Let me start by saying that the this was a fantastic meal. We tried 3 different cocktails and asked for them to be prepared less sweet than usual, go easy on the simple syrup. They did and the cocktails were delicious and beautiful. Bread was yum, salads were very good. The broth with the mussels was a bit light and the fries didn't make for very good dipping, however tasty they were on their own. Salmon and drum won the day, in my opinion, though companion thought his pork chop was the best. Short ribs tasted a bit greasy and bland to me, though the portion was huge and everyone else at the table thought they were great. Lemon dessert and sticky toffee were outstanding too. Wine suggested by the waiter also very nice. Everyone agreed that in terms of ingestibles, Rue was one of the very best. With the ambiance, however, we were disappointed. We were about 5 minutes late for our reservation. The girl behind the bar said our name and when we laughed at being greeting so personally, got a stone face in response. Fine, so we aren't as funny as we think sometimes. We were led into the glaring light of the dining room. As noted by many, its a small room with about a thousand lights on full blast. We sat down right near the kitchen, which has a very cool window allowing one to see prep, which I really enjoyed. But had the room been slightly less bright, the kitchen would have really popped visually. We were seated at possibly the most unfortunately lit table, so for us the lighting may have felt more extreme. Not only was the lighting terribly unflattering, not intimate at all, but it actually hurt if you accidentally glanced up too high. First thing we did was ask the waitress to please turn the damn lights down. She said she couldn't, that it was "part of the experience". What nonsense, we all thought. Felt that we were very much being fed a canned response and that they hadn't got the dimmer installed or something. Peeve #2: after unsuccessfully attempting to soak up some of that nice mussel broth with the fries, we asked for more bread. The response was, "Yes, er, I'll ask the chef." We all thought, what? The chef has to give us permission to eat more bread? If that was even the case, we didn't want to know. She just needed to say yes. Then she returned with only two rolls instead of 4. And there were 4 of us seated at the table. That was lame too. Definitely will go back, probably during the day time.

    (4)

  • E. S.

    Food was serviceable at best. If you're going to pay upwards of $30 an entree, it should be outstanding. Both of our entrees -- the rabbit pot pie and the short ribs -- fell waaaay short. Gumbo was decent, though. Muscles and app and the "s'mores" desert could have come from TGIF just as much as they could have from Rue 127. In other words, way short of gourmet dining. Also, the service was curt at best. Here's your table, here's your menu, here's your food, here's your check. Same thing as above -- when you come to a restaurant in this price range, service is almost as much a part of the meal as the food. Service was definitely lacking.

    (2)

  • Grace F.

    I'd heard Rue 127 was incredibly good, from a coworker, who went to school with Ray, but I was still surprised at how good it actually was. I called the restaurant around 3pm on a Thursday night, just to see if I could make a reservation. "We suggest that you do", was the reply. The only reservation available was 6pm. Not one to miss out on the opportunity to try a great new restaurant, I took the 6pm spot immediately! We arrived at Rue at about 5:45pm. Cocktails at the bar are a sure way to get into the mood, but to be perfectly honest, the mood is pretty much set from the time you see the little shotgun house. I'm a chatty Kathy, so I introduced myself to the bartender, who quickly remembered my call earlier. "I'm glad you took the 6pm reservation", he said, "we've been turning people away for hours". He wasn't kidding. In our 10 minute bar visit, the phone rang 4 times, and he had to say "I'm so sorry, but we're completely booked up tonight". Upon further discussion, the handsome bartender turned out to be Chef Ray's brother. Ray's mom, and dad were also helping out that night. What a lovely family! For a "new restaurant" visit, I like to peruse the menu beforehand, but between my coworkers review and a quick glance at the menu, we wanted it ALL! Our meal was amazing! I've been back several times. One was for a special dinner with a very special friend, and it was really romantic. Even though you're pretty close to the next table, it didn't matter much. They just keep getting it right!

    (5)

  • Brian C.

    Great new restaurant, the gumbo and salad appetizers were very good but the duck and chicken entrees were great - perfect temerature, texture, and flavors. Desserts were fine but unfortunately nothing spectacular in my opinion (plus we were stuffed by that point which could have affected perception). Overall it was a great meal other than the service which was bad all around including forgotten and incorrect drinks, plus the server entirely forgot about us for 20 minutes while we were waiting to order. The location at Canal & Carrollton is a breeze from downtown or the French Quarter by hopping on the streetcar, definitely check this place out for great food, good wine & drinks, and hopefully improving service.

    (4)

  • Laura F.

    Great experience, nice and helpful staff and servers. Started off with one of the best cocktails I've ever had called 'A Walk In The Park'. It is basil infused organic vodka, vermouth, and a cherry tomato garnish, so refreshing and delicious, a great pre-meal cocktail. The mussels and chocolate caramel tart were my favorites! Husband had the pork chop and it was delicious as well. Intimate atmosphere, could use a tad bit dimmer lighting, in my opinion. I will be back to the bar for that cocktail again!

    (5)

  • Walker R.

    Next big thing....in a small package! I had heard and read about this mid city gem from some reputable sources and made a point to give it my own seal of approval. Being a French Quarter resident, I often find it difficult to get in the car for a meal, as there are so many walkable options. In this case, my father wanted to try a new restaurant, and seeing that neither of us had been to Rue 127, we decided to give it a shot. The interior of the restaurant is small and simple, and there is a window that looks from the dining room in to the tiny kitchen (which I love). My dad and I were seated at the table next to the kitchen and I had the pleasure of peering in to the kitchen to watch as my food was prepared... and it was prepared very well. My meal consisted of the oyster mushroom risotto, which was quite delectable, and the seared yellowfin tuna. I was extremely impressed by the simplicity and taste in both of these tissues. Too often, chefs try to reinvent the wheel when creating a dish... these were just plain good! My father opted for the roasted chicken, which came with a side of very tasty baked mac and cheese. Also a very solid dish. There are many other things on their ever-changing menu that I would love to try... there will definitely be future visits!

    (4)

  • Nick T.

    Stopped in to Rue 127 on New Year's Eve for a quick bite and glass of wine with my wife. We were sat at a bar table immediately and our waiter was friendly and attentive. We got 2 complimentary glasses of bubbly to start then gumbo over potato salad as an app. The horseraddish in the potato salad was a nice touch in the gumbo. We followed that with the perfectly seared yellow-fin. All that accompanied by 2 glasses of Pinot and we were just about ready to go when we saw fried mini cupcakes on the dessert menu. Feeling adventurous, we ordered them, and WOW! They are amazing. Love this place, and we will definitely be back with friends.

    (5)

  • Bryan B.

    Great food in a casual dining setting. Malcom our waiter, was attentive and prompt. I had the mussels appetizer, garlic, butter, broth & light cream sauce, was exceptionally good. I recommend this restaurant, and I will return. Garlic & Gaelic Guy

    (4)

  • Jay D.

    Fantastic that an upscale, yet affordable, bistro is right down the street from my new abode in Mid-City. I have yet to come for dinner, but had an amazing lunch there - we split a fantastic butter lettuce salad, and had the pulled pork sandwich. Both items were fantastic. The warm, New Orleans-y decor feels comfortable yet classy. Surrounding us were 'women who lunch' and a couple of business folks - confirming that it's definitely a somewhat of a splurge in mainly middle-class mid-city but worth every penny.

    (4)

  • Marc M.

    My wife and I recently tried Rue 127 for lunch. We both had the gumbo (with no rice served with it) which was flavorful but left me perplexed about why no rice. I had the steak sandwich and Brenda had the wedge salad. Both of us were a little disappointed with our lunches. I will go back for dinner to get the full experience of this quaint little restaurant. I feel it is worth giving Rue 127 a second chance. Parking is definitely an issue with this restaurant.

    (3)

  • Kent L.

    Cool little restaurant in a converted shotgun, across the street from Angelo Brocato's. I had a great dinner experience there the other night. Started with a modern take on gumbo that contained duck along with turkey and andouille sausage that didn't do it for me. However, the roasted filet mignon (what type of filet was not specified on the menu by the way) was perfectly cooked with a red wine jus; potato fondant, which was a fried wedge of potato; and spinach and mushrooms. The entree was very good but it struck me as odd that there were no salt and pepper shakers on any of the tables. The service was quite attentive, refilling the water and iced tea throughout the meal and the fried miniature cupcakes for dessert sounds not only odd but something you need a cardiologist's note for. It turned out to be 5 small cupcakes with colored sprinkles and cream cheese, fried, and came with 3 dipping sauces: creme fraiche, caramel, and chocolate. Like chili burgers, this is fine once in a while because it's not only decadent but should come with a heart defibrillator. Good dining experience combined with restaurant.com certificate - yahoo!

    (4)

  • Rachel D.

    Second time I've eaten lunch there and both times have been super impressed. This last time I had a chopped romaine and lardon salad that was yummy, and then a filet sandwich on a soft bun with the best fries I've had since over a decade ago in the Napa Valley. The service is always friendly and competent. Fabulous lunch place in MidCity and I hear that you really need a res for dinner.

    (4)

  • Joanna B.

    I came here for dinner with a restaurant.com certificate (a website I highly recommend, since their certificates are almost ALWAYS between 60-80% off). Had the steamed mussels appetizer which was quite large. They were good--your standard steamed mussels and fries, but you can hardly go wrong with that. I had the pork chop and my boyfriend had the scallop entree, both were really good, I personally would recommend the scallops since I am more of a seafood person than a pork person--so it turns out. It's a quaint little restaurant, and you can see the goings-on through a window into the kitchen. My boyfriend also got a coffee, and at the end our meal came out to $50 altogether (with tip, minus the $25 certificate), not too bad. Oh! Also, they seem to be having a pretty sweet Endymion day lunch/dinner/open bar speciai, it's $150 but looks verrryy tempting.

    (5)

  • Lindsay A.

    I was lucky enough to get taken to Rue 127 for my birthday this year. What a great addition to Mid-City! They have a decent wine list with selections that were well within our budget. Our waitress was very friendly and was quick to answer any questions that we had on the wine or with the menu. I had soup to start, cream of leak topped with fried oysters. Delicious! My friend had the gumbo that was very tasty as well. I then had the duck with the orange glaze and whipped potatoes. The potatoes and sauce were extremely tasty, but unfortunately my duck was a bit undercooked for me. This was not made any better by the fact that I had filled up on bread, soup, wine, and oysters. The duck was probably just right for some people, but I wouldn't order it again. I don't remember what my friend had but she had no problem finishing hers. She finished with the deep fried cupcakes and I couldn't help but try them. I wasn't a huge fan until I put some of the butterscotch sauce on (which tasted like maple syrup to me).Dude! That was worth risking a sugar coma over! Rue 127 is located in a very cute converted shotgun, but this can make for a tight squeeze if the restaurant is crowded. Overall a very solid well priced upscale restaurant in Mid-City. Tip: Try and snag their Restaurant.com coupon before they get too popular and take it down!

    (4)

  • Janet C.

    Yum, Yum and Yum! What a lovely little restaurant. On our recent visit a waitress at Liuzza's recommended this gem of a place and we decided to give it a try. We were seated outside which I at first thought I would mind but it turned put to be a wise choice--it was a balmy night and the traffic noise was subdued; plus we got to see the streetcar pass by every once in a while. The staff was friendly, especially Ashley the hostess and Sophie our server. The food was excellent: I had the salad and pork chop and my husband had a gumbo starter and then a beef dish. Both were excellent. The wine list wasn't the most extensive, but what we ordered was perfect. What also impressed me was the dessert selection. Though I didn't try the deep fried cupcakes that everyone raves about I did opt for the pecan tart. And since I'm an after dinner tea drinker I REALLY appreciated the varied selection of teas, which I've not seen anywhere else. And....um....you gotta check out the restrooms amenities: dental floss anyone?

    (5)

  • Julie B.

    Rue 127 is amazing! My husband and I come here every few weeks because they have the best scallops on the planet. Also, their short ribs, fish, cauliflower risotto, and anything we have eaten there is delicious. They have a full bar and great beer selections. Save room for dessert, since all the of the desserts are great!

    (5)

  • Michael W.

    This is definitely a new star on the scene. Upon arrival, we promptly had a cocktail at the bar (a generous pour, by the way). The bar and "foyer like" reception area is warm and inviting. Natalie Boo's 3D art hangs on the wall and provides a real New Orleans feel to the newly renovated, former shotgun space. After our party of six arrived, we were seated in the main dining room: a small, but uncrowded room with a décor that's conventionally New Orleans. The window allowing guests a glimpse into the kitchen is a nice touch and drives home the recurring theme that the chef/owner is personally cooking for you. We learned that the chef had cut his teeth at Commander's Palace and Le Foret restaurants after graduating from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in New York. His sous chef and pastry chef has a similarly impressive resume having worked at Commander's Palace and Couchon after graduating from the same culinary school. Our meal here was remarkable. Having a party of six, I was able to see and taste a variety of apps, entrées, and deserts. Each course was equally exquisite. I started with the scallops, a liberal portion of five (or six?) large diver scallops perfectly seared. Quality ingredients, simply prepared, this dish was as good as any scallop preparation I've had around town. I selected the double-cut pork chop for my entrée. This enormous chop was served upon a "roasted corn coush coush" with a savory sauce that tasted to me like roasted peppers and demi-glace. Every bite of this dish was perfectly delicious. Other dishes I had bites of: mushroom risotto (reminded me of the smoked mushroom app at Emerils - it was awesome), muscles (the broth was so good I had to mop of the remains with some of the in-house baked bread), and the duck breast (another great one - seriously, a sous vide, caramelized fennel bulb as the accompaniment; exceptional creativity, technique, and taste). I want to keep going back until I try everything on the menu. If that wasn't enough, we then received the desert menu. All items are made in house by Chef Joanna Palmer. I would pit her sweet delights against the confections of Sucre anytime. Basil Coconut Sorbet = awesome. Rich flavor. The deep fried cupcakes were the hit of the table. Served with butterscotch, chocolate and vanilla sauces, each bite into the small cupcakes explodes in your mouth as the warm cream cheese frosting is released. Even though titled "deep fried", this dessert is not very heavy. Also unique were the large selection of teas and the French press coffee, our guests ordered some of both. The order was definitely worth it. I needed some coffee after all the cocktails and wine. Bottom line. I was served food that had all of the characteristics of exceptional upscale cuisine: great technique, quality ingredients, and subtle creativity. It did not have the negative characteristics of normal "haute" cuisine: small portions and high prices. The average entrée price is only $22.00! We passed a real good time. The servers and hostess were extremely friendly and knowledgeable.

    (5)

  • Katie J.

    A visiting friend and I went here and had one delicious dinner. We were given cheese balls made with two kinds of cheese as a free appetizer and although I am not a cheese fan (I know, I know), my friend loved it. Our entrees were delicious. I had the Duck Confit which was perfectly cooked. The potato puree was the perfect texture. My friend had the yellowfin tuna and was very impressed with the herbed gnocchi. Our waitress was very attentive without being bothersome and quite humorous. When it was time for dessert, I picked the chocolate carmel tart. It was a little hard but still tasty. My friend got the fried cupcakes. These are really something that you have to try to fully understand. They somehow fry the bite sized pieces with the frosting already on them! My friend contemplated eating the rest of the sauces with his fingers. Overall, this was a great meal. We loved the art on the walls and the art on our plates.

    (4)

  • Kimberly L.

    I want to end on a high note so I'll begin with the one thing that I didn't like: Both chefs, while cooking, had their long hair completely down and in their faces. That's just gross. Gladly, I did not find any hair in my food but it's just a matter of time before someone does. If you don't want to wear hats because it's hot I understand but PLEASE, at least pull your hair back into a ponytail! That said, we have eaten here four times and have introduced Rue 127 to friends who raved about it like we do. We have never had a single complaint about the food or service. In fact, it's some of the best we've experienced. The menu is small and we've tried, and loved, everything on it but we wouldn't mind if some new items were introduced or nightly specials were added. We'd love to know what else the chefs can come up with. Adding the leek soup was a nice change, even though the pork belly had to be sacrificed to accommodate this new offering. (We LOVED the pork belly!) We will continue to dine here and bring friends as often as we can. If you're reading this and wondering if you should try this cozy little restaurant the answer is YES!

    (5)

  • Phil W.

    Had a fantastic meal at Rue 127. Great little space with service that gets a complete 5/5 from start to finish. Interesting and varied wine list with plenty of under $30 bottles to choose from. Smaller menu but still felt like there was plently of choice. Top marks for the scallop tortellini - which was fantastic. I enjoyed their take on duck a l'orange but found the citrus sauce a little too sweet for my taste but my gf's cowboy steak stole the show - out of this world good (and luckily the portion was too generous for her alone). Deserts were also great - gf's pecan pie was shut your mouth good. Prices are reasonable, particularly given the obvious quality of the product they work with. All in all a great V-day weekend meal - will definitely return.

    (5)

  • Jennifer L.

    This place looked promising, but our table was very awkwardly placed essentially in the hallway between the front and back room. The menu seemed somewhat complicated; food was definitely not bad, but nothing seemed to "click." My mother ordered the duck entree, and it came out miniscule, sized as if it should have been an appetizer. Other entrees were not bad, but just seemed to either be missing something or paired strangely. Overheard people at the table next to us saying they would be back, so clearly others enjoyed themselves. Definitely not a bad experience, but we probably won't be back anytime soon with all of the other choices in New Orleans.

    (2)

  • Steve B.

    I've had several good experiences at Rue 127. The food has become more consistently impressive with each visit. The service has been adequate but could benefit from more focus. Our latest visit featured some time constraints which were handled pretty well, so service seems to be trending up too. The cocktail program was under development but showing serious promise during early visits. Now, it's in full swing and one of my favorites. The atmosphere seems to be evolving from slightly casual towards more formal. This can have a tendency to create expectations of service that may be challenging to deliver in a small restaurant. I would encourage diners to plan a more relaxed meal and the staff to focus a bit more on presence and creating an interaction that is on par with what the kitchen and bar are creating. Small improvements here would make Rue 127 a pretty serious contender on any scale.

    (4)

  • Ginger H.

    AWSOME!!!!! Service and food were wonderful. Make reservations because this little place fills up quick. We got there 45 min before our reservation and enjoyed a few cocktails. The bartender was really busy but still managed to give exceptional service. We were fortunate to seat outside and enjoy the wonderful weather. We started out with the mussels and fries. Everything on the menu sounded fab, we decided on the pork chop and filet. We cleaned our plates. Only thing I regret was not having enough room to try the fried cupcakes! GO HERE, you will not be disappointed

    (5)

  • U T.

    Horrible service. My husband and I were the only ones in the restaurant at lunch on a weekday. The waiter was not attentive and would rather conversate with other employees. The plates came out extremely slow. I would not come back for average food and poor service.

    (1)

  • Lindsay A.

    I have to say, I was extremely excited to try this restaurant based on the 4-5 star reviews. It unfortunately did not live up to my expectations. We had a 9 pm reservation on a Saturday and got seated immediately which was nice. The ambiance was a huge let down. It was uncomfortably bright with ceiling lights, track lighting, and wall lights. There were mirrors by our table and if you glanced in to them, your eyes would bleed from the glare. I found myself having to look down at the table the entire time just to be comfortable. I ordered a cocktail from the menu which was interesting and good. My date and I shared the mussels. We enjoyed the broth and chunks of sausage. Fries were good but not great at sopping up the pot liquor. We ordered the scallops and the pork chop which were beautifully presented but just decent in flavor. My mashed potatoes tasted like they were from my elementary school cafeteria. Because we weren't blown away by the entrees, we opted not to order dessert. Towards the end of the meal we noticed tables that were seated after us getting served bread at the beginning of the meal. Guess they forgot ours. At this price, there's some stiff competition in the city. I'll be at Bistro Daisy. Did I mention that it's really bright?

    (3)

  • Helen N.

    We've been meaning to try this restaurant out but have never had a chance until last night and all I can say is YUM! It's easy to pass up the restaurant considering is building is somewhat set inside. There is an outside seating option which would of been nice if it wasn't such a muggy day in NOLA. Its a shot gun house turned into a modernly decorated restaurant. In the front there is a bar with some bistro seating on the side and as you enter in, there is a small dining room with an open kitchen. But to start off we go the mussels and the scallop tortellini. The mussels were great! They come with a side of prommes frites. If i wasn't sharing it with others, I could of ate the whole thing myself! The tortellini was good also with a citrus taste to it. For entrees we go the filet and the scallops. The filet was served with a side of spinach and a potato fondant which were equally good! My friend got the scallops and even though I didn't get a chance to taste it, she cleaned her plate, so that should speak for itself! But the main and best part of the meal was dessert!! Fried Cupcake! WOW! Its small cupcakes that are fried (around 5 or 6 of them) and they are accompained with 3 dipping sauces: Butterscotch, Chocolate, Vanilla Creme Fraiche. Of all of them I prefer the butterscotch! But overall a great meal at Rue 127!

    (4)

  • Secret G.

    I first have to say that I am o big foodie! I read the reviews for this place and just had to try it out. I travel a great deal, domestically and foreign countries, and I eat just about everything. I try everything because you only go around once! We were there to celebrate a 60th birthday for my brother-in-law and we wanted someplace that was fantastic. Remember that you only go around once? Well, this place will be visited only ONCE for me! The little blond gal that was our waitress...I guess she had somewhere else she wanted to be because she was acting like we were wasting her time. She fiddled and kept on moving our unused silverware around the table. I guess she finally found a better place to be because we ended up with another waitress that had some real southern hospitality. The chef was a prima donna...did not want to substitute mashed potatoes for veggies..get over yourselves! We were told that the substitution would cost an extra $5! Talk about sticking it to your customers! My sweeties, your mashed potatoes are not worth $5! The last thing is the temperature of the place. It would freeze the ya-yas off a polar bear's you-know-what! It was a freezer in there! We saw several other parties switching tables to find a warmer spot. NO may be warm but not to the point where the joint needs to be an ice box! Oh, and yes the parking is none existent...but that is just about everywhere in NO! I rated it a one star because all the elements of dining out should be at a minimum enjoyable. The only thing that was enjoyable was the food...and even at that I know that there are A LOT of other great food joints to have a fabulous meal and that the service and atmosphere would be more enjoyable than RUDE 127...oops, slip of the keypad!

    (1)

  • Abby R.

    One of the best meals I have experienced in a long time. Ambiance is right and welcoming, space is small so make reservations or get there early. I met friends for dinner and we sat at the bar. I am not a big fan of eating at the bar of a nice restaurant, but this was very intimate just like we had our own table. Only 4 stools at the bar. We ordered wine first from the list, which could use some assistance in the white area. The menu is rather small, a few steak choices and the others fish and scallops. I ordered the scallops with oyster mushrooms and potatoes. This dish was phenomenal! Perfectly cooked scallops that melted like butter in my mouth, and the potatoes had the prefect amount of salt to match the mushrooms that fully complimented the buttery scallop that just melted down you throat. The potatoes were fluffy yet thick and went nicely with the other textures on the plate. A definite revisit will occur, possibly turn into a regular dining area.

    (5)

  • cassy d.

    horrible! bad enough that the food was not great but the service was even worst! i usually do not complain because i work in the service industry and i understand a bad day but this place is out to take ur money!

    (1)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :5:30 pm - 10:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : No
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : No
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : No
    Good for Groups : No
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Romantic
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

Rue 127

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