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The Camellia Grill

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4.6(3,339)
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Location & Hours

Address

626 S Carrollton Ave
New Orleans, Louisiana 70118
United States
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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 9:00 PM
Monday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(504) 309-2679

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About The Camellia Grill

Storied institution offering classic diner fare & comfort food served by waiters wearing bow ties.

Price range
inexpensive

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

4.6/5
Based on 3,339 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Melissa S

a week ago

It's the Camellia Grill! Pretty famous spot, been there forever and it's easy to see why. Boyfriend got a Roast Beef poboy and I had an Omlette. Excellent. What I really love is the service though and...

Aimee

a week ago

Went here because it's historic, but unfortunately, I think they lean on that a bit too much. Our server was meek and not all that enthused to be helping us. Everything we ordered was wrong in some wa...

Emily Glass

3 months ago

It was more than a meal - it was an experience. The staff was so kind and friendly, and the atmosphere was perfect. It’s small, but I’d happily wait in line to get to eat here again. Lots of customs a...

Kelley Dalton

2 months ago

After reading so many great reviews & realizing I was in the neighborhood, I decided to walk to Camellia‘s last night where I was greeted with nothing but smiles and great energy. I ordered the ham an...

Catherine Mitch

6 months ago

A real old-time lunch counter. Good food, lots of it, smiling servers (if a little slow) and a great vibe. If you can, save room for the Coconut Cream Pie. It was fantastic! I also really enjoyed the ...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a positive dining experience, frequently praised for its authentic New Orleans vibe and friendly atmosphere. However, some inconsistencies exist in service and order accuracy.

Customer Favorites

Pecan pie, mac & cheese, and roast beef poboys are customer favorites. Fried green tomatoes and omelets were also mentioned positively.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is described as a classic, old-time lunch counter with a friendly and energetic vibe. Service is generally seen as kind and engaging, although some customers have experienced slow or inattentive service.

Value & Quality

Customers appreciate the generous portion sizes and good food. The food is often described as homemade-style and authentic.

Areas for Improvement

Order accuracy and service attentiveness are areas needing improvement. Some customers experienced issues with incorrect orders and difficulty getting refills.

Recent Trends

The restaurant maintains a positive reputation, but some recent experiences highlight inconsistencies in service quality. The positive remarks regarding the unique atmosphere have been consistent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Camellia Grill located?

The Camellia Grill is located at 626 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118, USA.

What is the price range at The Camellia Grill?

The Camellia Grill is listed as inexpensive.

Where can I find the hours for The Camellia Grill?

The listed hours for The Camellia Grill are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact The Camellia Grill?

Call The Camellia Grill at (504) 309-2679. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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