Brigtsen's Restaurant

$$$

4.8(800)

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Location & Hours

Address

723 Dante St
New Orleans, Louisiana 70118
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Friday at 5:00 PM

MondayClosed

Tuesday5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Thursday5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Friday5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Saturday5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

SundayClosed

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Contact Information

(504) 861-7610

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About Brigtsen's Restaurant

Modern Creole fare by acclaimed chef Frank Brigtsen served in a cozy Victorian-cottage setting.

Price range: expensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on November 15, 2025.

4.8/5

Based on 800 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Deborah Scherer

a week ago

I was in New Orleans for 7 days and are 16 meals. This was by far my favorite. It's out of the way but well worth the trip. Oh, and et the Shrimp and Squash Bisque. The single best dish I had my e...

Leon Sanders

2 months ago

Immaculate. A term defined by perfection and exemplified by our culinary experience here. Delicious vibrant dishes and incredible service combine to create a transcendent dining extravaganza. Truly th...

James Miller

2 months ago

Don't let the exterior full you, this cute little cottage is bursting at the seams with culinary flavor. The cocktails were well crafted, the seafood platter was amazing, curry shrimp bisque on point ...

Gino Gisondo

3 months ago

Delicious food. Highly recommend the watermelon salad and airline chicken. Pecan pie was good. I wish it was with ice cream. The crowd skewed fairly old, but I don't know why; food is for all ages. FY...

Kelly Harris

a week ago

The BEST BITE we ever had in NOLA was the Barbecue Shrimp from Brigsten’s. Everyone at work chuckled when I got back home and told them it was so good, we were practically licking the sauce off the pl...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant provides an exceptional dining experience, with many considering it a highlight of their trip. The overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.

Customer Favorites

Barbecue Shrimp, Shrimp and Squash Bisque, and seafood platters are highly praised. Watermelon salad, airline chicken, and blueberry lemon creme brulee also receive positive mentions.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is described as a cute, cozy cottage with incredible service. Customers never felt rushed during their dining experience.

Value & Quality

While considered a bit pricey, the culinary flavor and quality of the dishes are considered worth the cost. The food is described as delicious, vibrant, and immaculately prepared.

Areas for Improvement

Bread is an extra charge, and there is an additional fee for credit cards. One customer wished the pecan pie was served with ice cream.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight the Barbecue Shrimp as a must-try dish. Customers also highly appreciate the attentiveness of the service staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Brigtsen's Restaurant located?

Brigtsen's Restaurant is located at 723 Dante St, New Orleans, LA 70118, USA.

What is the price range at Brigtsen's Restaurant?

Brigtsen's Restaurant is listed as expensive.

Where can I find the hours for Brigtsen's Restaurant?

The listed hours for Brigtsen's Restaurant are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Brigtsen's Restaurant?

Call Brigtsen's Restaurant at (504) 861-7610. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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