Justine

I recently dined at Justine, a French restaurant nestled in the vibrant streets of New Orleans. My experience was overall positive, with a few noteworthy highs and lows. The reservation process was seamless, and we were seated immediately upon arrival. The service stood out for its efficiency and attentiveness. Our server was constantly on the ball, taking orders, checking in on us, and clearing plates without delay. We began our culinary journey with the Onion Soup Gratinée, which pleasantly surprised us with its robust flavor, a welcome departure from the usual bland and overly salty renditions. However, the Escargot didn’t quite hit the mark, lacking in the rich garlic and butter essence I anticipated. The bread served alongside struggled to find its purpose, given the sauce’s lack of depth. For the main course, we opted for the Grilled Pork Porterhouse for the kids, which turned out to be quite chewy, possibly due to insufficient fat. Nevertheless, the accompanying sweet potato mash was a delightful pairing, and the marchand de vin sauce added a lovely touch. The kitchen also accommodated a special request for pasta with butter sauce for the children, although the pasta was a bit too firm for our taste. My Seared Scallops were the star of the evening, perfectly cooked with a subtle yet satisfying flavor. My husband’s Pan Roasted Fish, a red snapper, was less impressive due to the absence of the promised lemon butter sauce, resulting in a rather bland dish. Dessert was a mixed bag. The Vanilla Crème Brûlée was exquisite, with the right balance of egg and vanilla in the custard. The Apple Sticky Toffee Pudding, on the other hand, deviated from the traditional pudding texture, resembling more of a cake accompanied by salted caramel, which lacked the anticipated saltiness. The roasted apples and Creole cream cheese ice cream were commendable, effectively offsetting the caramel’s sweetness. In summary, Justine offers a distinctive blend of French cuisine with a Southern twist. While not every dish was a hit, the overall dining experience, bolstered by prompt service and a pleasant ambiance, made it a worthwhile visit for anyone looking to enjoy French flavors in New Orleans.

Great location, just off Canal Street. Some of the best trained staffed and service. But the market fish was lacking it was served dry, and only salt seemed to be the ingredient of choice. The mussels were very tasty and plentiful. Set up to enjoy a meal with friends, and I did. Just not pleased with the fish.

This was definitely one of my favorite restaurants in New Orleans. The atmosphere along with the staff was spectacular. We went for brunch with live jazz. The food here was delicious and fresh and definitely wakes up your tastebuds. Everything from beginning to end was a 10! we will definitely be back whenever I travel to Nola. It was also near some cute jewelry and tea shops in the french quarter. I definitely recommend it for brunch or any time of day dining. You can't leave here without trying their dark chocolate mousse!!! it's the best I ever had along along with their grits and shrimp!! The Quality in here is superb!!!! a definite gem!

Second time visiting Justine. Eric our server made the experience! He knew the menu, made great recommendations and our meal was once again phenomenal! Kudos to the Justine team for consistently providing amazing food and service! We will be back and will recommend you to anyone who visits NOLA.

This was my favorite restaurant out of all the places I went to. The staff was so friendly and made us feel comfortable. They were so cool and gave us some tips on places to go in the city. I love the interior design and is great for a photo op. BUT, the best part was the delicious food. They have the BEST French toast bites and really one of the best foods I have every tried. A week later I'm still thinking about how it was crunch on the outside but soft on the inside, sweet with warm butter and strawberry jam. I also had a biscuit with prime and eggs and it was tender and delicious. Thanks for such a great experience!