Jewel of the South - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

What an amazing spot!! Excellent server Cole , very friendly , loved the atmosphere, music and the restaurant is beautiful .

The cocktails were delicious and very memorable! I would definitely be back to partake.

We have been here a couple of times and It is a must go to place whenever we are in NOLA. Wonderful ambience, Unique cocktails, great staff and beautiful people. Can't go wrong!

(*Crown*) Jewel of the South! Among my favorite restaurants of all time. The cocktails are exquisite and the unique cuisine delights all of the senses. Whether it is for a feast to celebrate a wedding anniversary or grabbing a drink with an old friend, the impeccable service at the Jewel makes every visit a special occasion. Highly recommend.

An absolutely exquisite dining experience. The scallops and oyster dish was delicious, creative, and unique. The wahoo was lovely, bright and delicious. But the dessert was a tremendous stand out. The peaches and cream were a delight. The eccles cake with Stilton bleu cheese was a lovely pairing. In a town of amazing food, Jewel of the South lives up to its name.

This cocktail bar is a gem. The bar itself looks like any other cocktail bar in New Orleans. But the quality is unsurpassed. Their Sazerac simultaneously tastes like any Sazerac in a classic local bar, while transcending it. The good is also very good. Highly recommended.

I am reviewing based on the credibility of the waitstaff. I came in with a few friends we had one round, sitting outside. We tipped based on the pretax amount, I got my credit card statement and the tip was doubled, over $20 over what I originally tipped. I am not going contest it, because the back of the house shouldn’t have to deal with that. But 30%+ percent tip is not mandatory or the norm. It’s earned and I do feel the service deserved that amount. New Orleans has incredible hospitality, that is frequently worthy of that level compensation, but it isn’t here.

Outstanding meal, service, and drinks. Don’t be afraid to try a dish outside your comfort zone—you won’t be disappointed.

Blown away by the cocktails. Strong, delicious and creative!

We came for cocktails and they did not disappoint! A little pricey but worth the splurge. The drinks were INCREDIBLE and staff was so sweet. We got the curried banana colada and the feast of Avalon. Great for a cute little date!

Cool environment. Can't believe this won a James Beard award. Way overpriced and everything was lacking. As a local this is a pass.

The cocktails are perfect. The food is unreal.

Incredible cocktails and service well deserving of the James Beard award. Do not hesitate to come here for some creative and delicious cocktails.

My partner and I, both restaurant people, were in town for Tales of the Cocktail and had a wonderful experience at Jewel of the South. The cocktails are wonderfully creative and the food was amazing. The bar has a nice vibe and their patio/courtyard area is beautiful.

Drinks - no notes. The cocktails were fresh, creative, and really solid. The food- skip. To start, charging $95 for a whole snapper is not appropriate. Other dishes were thoughtfully crafted but unremarkable and didn’t feel worth the money.

Very good reasons this is ranked of the best in the world.

Best food, best service and drinks in New Orleans.

This is the best dining and hospitality experience I have had in my life. Alisha was truly spectacular. Everything was perfect.

Good service great place to go and eat and relax

Absolute nightmare service food and drinks.

Jewel of the South is definitely worth trying. The cocktails are exquisite, to say the least. We ordered caviar and were thankful we came on a Wednesday, when they have happy hour on it! The service was okay. I really wished our server was a bit more knowledgeable, but I understand they have only been there for a month. Another thing I noticed was the lack of teamwork among the servers. There were times when one server would only tend to their tables and vice versa. In my experience at other restaurants, servers usually help each other out to provide better service to the patrons and support their fellow team members. I also noticed that the other server was training someone but didn't introduce the trainee to the table she was serving. The customer had to inquire about the trainee, and only then did the server introduce her. The atmosphere is fairly small inside, with limited space. The outdoor area is spacious but can get hot. Overall, the caviar and the drinks we had were delicious!

Drinks were okay. My friends loved their cocktails. Service was good. The food…not great. The pork rib was so tough you couldn’t eat it. Fish was the best thing we had. We had 4-5 other dishes, and I can’t remember them..

Signature cocktails and seasonal cocktails were all delicious. The cocktail made with carrots was interesting. It was an interesting and fun day because the bartender said he had been to Korea on a business trip (he was a professional bartender for 26 years). If you go to New Orleans, stop by!

I was a little intimidated by the menu at first but everything I tried honestly blew me away. The food is elevated, unique, and sumptuous. I had the opportunity to try a lot of things I wouldn’t have ordered and it was all delicious. The cocktails and mocktails were some of the best we’ve ever had. The service and decor were fabulous. I can’t wait to come back!

Loved this cocktail bar. We came after brunch to keep the good vibes going and our server Wolf ( I think that was her name) was sooo knowledgeable and took her time to guide us in the right direction so we were all satisfied with our drinks . We even got a few nibbles and the food was 💯 . It gave me cool Brooklyn vibes meets Nola.

Many top cocktail enthusiasts believe Chris Hannah is the best bartender in the US. That's reason enough to go to Jewel; but, it certainly doesn't stop there. By now everyone knows about the James Beard award for best bar program; but, the particular master touches to adjust familiar recipes show a deftness that is particularly noteworthy. A Sazerac made with madeira provides length and complexity without defying the classic taste. The Sword Lily trades in the expected sharpness of citrus in a margarita-esque cocktail by pairing more deeply with the vegetal undertones of the tequila along with a sweet punch of bright mango through a housemade "mango bell pepper cordial." Both bartenders provided consistent balance and muted volume even with sometimes outlandish ingredients. The food is just as impressive. Beautiful vegetables steal the show, as large plates include different treatments of cucumbers, turnips, carrots and more. The dishes are very approachable and shareable. Finally, and most impressive, the staff exudes hospitality and cohesion. It is clear that this is a finely trained team that enjoys working together. Each team member had advice on pairings and menu items worth listening to. We left feeling the level of collaboration, attention to the customer and knowledge of product was superior. This is a special place which is worth the splurge.

Excellent cocktails. Service was great.

One of the best cocktails I’ve ever had and the food was also amazing. There’s a reason why this place is famous. The bartenders were also both very nice and gave us good recommendations for other places to check out while in New Orleans.

This is NOT just a James Beard award winning cocktail bar. Repeat. Don't think of this place as just a bar. The kitchen is legit. Do yourself a favor and come for dinner and the entire experience. This is my new favorite place in New Orleans. From cocktails to dessert. All high end. No disappointments.

This place is excellent! They just won a James Beard award which was absolutely deserved. The dishes are very creative, just like the cocktails. Top notch!

Best cocktails every..duck fat infused. Carrot daiquiri.

Congratulations on your "James Beard" award: Outstanding Bar A wine bar, beer bar, cocktail bar, coffee bar, or any other business whose primary offering is beverage and that demonstrates consistent excellence in curating a selection or in the preparation of drinks, along with outstanding atmosphere, hospitality, and operations, and contributing positively to its broader community. Jewel of the South, New Orleans, LA I plan to visit next time I'm in NOLA.

Incredible drinks, the Pouvet-Vous Poulet is an absolute must order. I also had a lush chocolate mousse that was richly decadent but well balanced with lemon and coffee. The bartenders are lovely too, had a long chat with Chris, who recommended lots of local and international venues for me to visit.

Did not eat here, but the drinks are to die for!!! A must try!!! Service is great as well!!

Came here for date night. We got seated at a really nice corner table in the courtyard, so we got to overlook everything and really soak in the cool atmosphere. There were cute string lights and the music totally set a dope vibe. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in our first time here. We drank their cheapest Rosé, which I realy liked and tried two other cocktails which were good. My favorite dish was the blue crab with corn and shishito (unfortunately, not pictured because I was too busy eating it). We also ordered the duck necks & wagyu tongue. The necks were okay, just a bit hard to eat because they're so little. The tongue was my least favorite...it was just too rare for me. Lastly, we tried this yummy strawberry dessert. It was delicious!!

We found this place by accident. We were walking towards our hotel and got curious about it. It is a really nice place! We had some cocktails and they were awesome. The service was incredible too and the staff very polite. We seated at the bar and had a pretty nice conversation with the bar tenders. They have a nice terrace too. Definetely an excellent place to spend the evening.

Went for dinner for two. We both had different cocktails. Got the foie gras for starter, pork and snapper for dinner. I enjoyed the presentation, atmosphere and cocktails. Partner wasn't a fan of a cocktail and starter. Overall, very nice, but not a necessity.

Seamless, excellent service. Night was perfect at the courtyard, tried four amazing cocktails and the food was beautifully paired. Can’t miss this experience!

My daughter and I dined there last night..it was purely exquisite!

Amazing drinks and great service. We tried some seasonal cocktails and also some classic ones. The burrata with pinenuts and homemade focaccia were great complements.

Where do I begin? An unforgettable experience. I was smiling the whole time. Thank you Chris & Rosie-Jean for the amazing hospitality.

As of 2023, this was rated one of the world's 50 best bars. Out of the ones I've been to, I'd rate it top 3, along with Discount Suit Company in London and The Gin Joint in Charleston. They can make whatever you want, though their menu will suck you in with amazing flavor. Just come out for a visit and have a drink.

Amazing cocktails and a great patio, will definitely come back here for dinner next trip.

Edit: visited again. Cocktails were better than I remembered and the kitchen seemed to take my advice and add some hot proteins to the menu. Patio was delightful. Menu is kinda intimidating and even after trying a couple different dishes still left feeling hungry/unsatisfied. Menu didn't have a fastball pitch that it desperately needed. Menu could've been rounded out with a solid entree item, a classic hot protein, rather than just an overwhelming assortment of various types of English inspired offal (haggis black pudding pate foie gras, etc) and a couple vegetables. Cocktails were good and service was better.

We ate here at the recommendation of friends glad we did. It’s definitely a jewel of the South. The food selection was different from the usual fried food you find a New Orleans so was refreshing change. the cocktails were innovative and tasty. Definitely recommend.

Food was OK, not needing a little more seasoning. Good service and nice atmosphere

This place (while not hidden) is truly a gem. The atmosphere is fantastic, and the cocktails live up to the hype. It’s worth an out of your way stop in New Orleans.

The fois gras doberge may be the best appetizer in the city.

Came for drinks only, and we had an amazing time. Great edgy creative cocktails and the best staff. Shannon was a delight! Super friendly and attentive.

Cocktails here are out of this world good. It makes sense it’s listed #6 on the world’s top 50 best bars. The service is great, the people are friendly and the atmosphere is sophisticated but still warm and inviting. Highly recommend the matcha colada but you can’t go wrong with anything you choose.

We went for a nightcap. A amazing place in an incredible space. Highly recommend

The experience in this high end cocktail bar was incredible! The interesting and unique cocktail offerings were amazing and watching the bartender make cocktails was truly a great experience. Do not miss this bar, ranked as one of the best in the USA and I couldn’t agree more!

Top notch service. Water glasses are filled by everyone for everyone at the table. Food came out with detailed explanations because some of us needed that. Food flavors were great.

Most “Best Bars in New Orleans” lists include Jewel of The South and the hype is real. It’s worth visiting, not just for drinks, but for food too. On a Saturday night in April, my mother-in-law and I walked in around 9 p.m. without a reservation. After waiting for around 20 minutes, we got seats at the bar. Her liking more stuff drinks, led her to order the Night Tripper. Mixed with bourbon, she’s a fan. Enjoying more sweet and sour drinks, I ordered the Harlequin per the bartender’s recommendation. It was refreshing! For my second drink, the bartender steered me toward Feast of Avalon. A complex drink, it drank smooth- and excellent cocktail! Cocktails are between $14-$17 per drink. The space is beautiful with a small bar, dining areas, and an outdoor courtyard. The restrooms are beautiful as well. Service is top notch balancing friendliness with letting you have your space.

I was really excited to come here for my birthday dinner. I saw the ratings and was more then ready for an amazing meal. I sat outside since it was a nice night for it. I was immediately met with mosquitos. Maybe some sort of bug deterrent would be good for outside. Cocktails were okay but not mind-blowing and everything tastes like something I've had before. Food was a real let down. Part of my fois gras was frozen. So while it tasted amazing the frozen spots were off putting. The crab and scallop raviolo was a mess of textures. I found a bunch of shell in it and ended up sending it back. They took it off my bill which was nice. Best part about the meal was the nutmeg custard. That truly stood out and I would order it again.

Jewel of the South is a very nice bar in New Orleans, with a British type of dishes and drinks. It was a nice experience, but nothing extremely flashy. As one of the best bars in the world, it's really no different than a nice restaurant. You will still like it however, so I think it's a nice drink and small bite to eat place.

We did not eat at Jewel of the South but the food being served around us looked really good. The cocktails we had were first class and the service was friendly, attentive and very nice. The atmosphere is also very nice, with comfortable seating and attractive decor. There is also a great outdoor patio in the rear.

Lived up to the hype. Excellent service (thank you for the spirits recommendations-will be hunting those down) and cocktails. Only had drinks but the food looked good.

Imaginative and delicious drinks. The shmaltz and duck fat washed rum was unbelievably amazing. The server was generous with his attention and knowledge. Highly recommend!

Must try the match cocktail, amazing!

The bar tender was great and the food was awesome!!!

Beautiful crafted delicious cocktails

Absolutely amazing and creative flavors and dishes! This is an absolute must dine place in New Orleans!! This was the tuna collar, an often wasted part of the fish that is sashimi grade.

Cute spot with a delightful outdoor patio. We stopped by for afternoon drinks, would definitely return to try their food menu

Very flavorful drink, tuna was outstanding.

had my sons rehearsal dinner here. what a great gastropub. super food amazing service. very much deserve the accolades

Simply the best bar in America.

The best restaurant bar I have ever drank at. It's essentially one of the best cocktail bars in the country but in a restaurant. Do not miss this place.

One of those places with an eccentric menu that you just have to try. Was not at all disappointed. Service was excellent as well

Very cool restaurant/bar with a hip brick interior and lovely patio, delicious food with a focus on English “delicacies”, variety of interesting and tasty cocktails, and very friendly and attentive staff!

Beyond exceptional! The drinks were top notch and the food was fantastic! Wait staff was super helpful. The beef tongue in-particular was the best thing anyone at our table had ever eaten

Mixologists not bartenders. Cocktails on point.

Note: If you are looking for a raucous bar that serves hurricanes or hand grenades in gallon jugs shaped like butts or jugs, stop reading. This isn’t your place. While I’m sure the food here is great, this review is only about the cocktails we had and the absolutely chill vibe of the courtyard. Both were exceptional. Easily one of the most creative cocktail lists I can remember seeing. So many unique and unexpected flavor combinations that made no real sense when I read them on paper, but made the most perfect sense when I drank the drinks. Whatever voodoo is going on behind the bar at this place is brilliant. If you want to try something different - even if it’s just a different take on a classic, make the effort to drink here. Then, sit outside in the courtyard and savor it all. You’ll thank me.

It should be considered the hidden jewel of the south. Outstanding restaurant offering unique English styled dishes. Absolutely loves everything about our dinner.

Truly a gem (pardon the pun). The drinks are beyond delicious, but the food was really a surprise. So delicious and deftly done! And the service may be the best we’ve had in years or even decades. This will be a forever come back for us. Make sure to ask for Kaylin (hope I am spelling that right)!

A classy stop for cocktails or dinner with a nice courtyard in back. We stopped by for a drink and weren’t disappointed. Try to get a seat at the bar to watch the bartender in action - there’s one drink where a cinnamon stick is ignited on the top side to deliver flavor within. The Cat 2 is also a winner.

Wow.....what a meal The Roast Celeriac was such an interesting dish! Every bite tasted different than the previous....so many layers of flavors and textures. That was something special We also had the Mushy Peas....great little dish and very homey. The wasabi and shallots were such great textural additions The Short Rib and Brisket Pie was amazing and big and savory and juicy and flaky The Fried Acorn Squash was also a great dish The Pink Grapefruit Posset was really different! Almost a custard texture and quite aromatic The Cocktails were tasty and sophisticated and well thought out Our serving staff was uber attentive and really took care of us I would definitely go back and recommend to anyone

The short ribs and brisket pie 🥧 is a must try! Absolutely delicious meal! The service and atmosphere were impeccable as well!

Best spot. Ask for shaun, vincent, and Paul. Everything was just perfect!😍

Fantastic service. Thank you. Alex and Street were exceptional, exceptional hosts.

Went for drinks and dessert. Both were excellent, as was the service.

We arrived without a reservation and were seated at the bar. It was a little cramped so reservations should be made. It was so worth it. The Short Rib, Stilton whimsy and creamed leeks were outstanding. The portions were on the small side but so delicious. The shared Eccles cake with Stilton cheese was also delicious.

We come for the cocktails, and they are EXQUISITE!

Seriously, it was the best cocktail of my entire life (Feast of Avalon) i have goosebumps just to think about it. I have to fly 10000 miles to comeback and i know it's gonna be worse than yours but PLEASE! Can you give me the recipe ? 🙏🏼 Many thanks PS: the place and the staff are also very charming

Aptly named! Must try in NO. Food, service and cocktails are perfect. Ambiance is amazing.

My boyfriend brought me here for my birthday, the service was very good! But the food was abysmal, terrible, the worst meal I’ve had in new orleans and my entire life. The only thing that was good was the caviar and they ruined it with hush puppies. Stay away from the waffles they’re absolutely disgusting. Beef and waffles and 2 pounds of cheese don’t mix well. Also they’re “turnips from japan” should stay there. The food was so bad we decided not to order an entree and leave. We just wanted to end our misery. Also the waffles, turnips and hamachi tartare took an entire HOUR! And on top of all that we ended up paying $300. And then went to voodoo chicken and daiquiris and had the best chicken in my entire life. I think the chef needs to reconsider his career choices. He needs to revitalise his palette.

If you love a good bar show grab a seat w the mixologists and go down the list of hand crafted cocktails. The service was impeccable. Update: the attic is reserved on a seasonal basis. Only this is our 4th visit here and we were able to sit in the attic very warm and cozy. There's seven tables 2 rather large ones. The cheese board, caviar and turnips dish were my favorites.

Had high expectations of this place, but was a little disappointed with the food. A lot of unique and fun options on the menu, but overall the taste was just ok. The broccoli rabe in the bath chaps was extremely bitter and fibrous, it was hard to eat.

what a lovely little spot in nola! the service was fantastic, food was good, and drinks were amazing. i also had fun looking through the cocktail books they had around as decor and found some lovely postcards/notes inside that added lots of personal charm to this place. this really is a jewel of the south!

I don’t remember her name but we had wonderful experiences food service architect everything was great about this place!!

We had a fantastic experience for dinner. They are obviously best known for the cocktails, but I think the unique food is overlooked. The menu is certainly unlike typical New Orleans restaurants, but our waiter was very knowledgeable and patiently answered our questions. He recommended the haggis, and it might have been the best bites of the entire dinner. The oysters, short rib, and the turnips were all great as well. We will definitely be back to try more of the menu and dessert.

This spot serves amazing drinks and food! The service is excellent and you can truly feel the passion of the chef and staff. The cocktails are perfectly balanced and like nothing I've ever tried. The food is super creative and enjoyable! I also feel that I can eat and drink here without completely blowing my entire month's budget like other lovely places. I highly recommend Jewel of the South to anyone looking to try something new, date night, taking your in town relatives out, and to all the foodies!

This is what modern southern hospitality cumulated in its highest form looks like! Jewel of the South is - well a true gem! On all individual accounts: food (soulfully rich yet well balanced and exciting all at the same time) 5/5, drinks 5/5 (innovative, tasty, & hits the right spot with shoutout to fun cultural references - actually this applies to food dishes too, lol); and of course, customer service 5/5 where just amazing. So so when you put these factors altogether, Jewel of the South is. Just. Fantastic! Specifically, Kendall & Annie were absolutely wonderful. I’m super grateful to Kendall for her flexibility & letting me schedule a late night dinner [due to work & travel conflicts] + Annie and the kitchen staff really brought meaning into what I call modern southern hospitality. The Jewel of the South team seriously balanced food recommendation + execution (visual & olfactory presentation, timeliness from order to tabling time flavor & texture balance - a lovely richness of creaminess or sauciness or bolder flavors paired with with good acidity, flora (veggie or fruit) or well yet tenderly & moist cooked protein). Annie worked miracles - I confess I came in close to the last ordering time, so we had a quick discussion of my go to food & libation & appetizer size preference & Annie seemed to know me so well even after just an abbreviated food discussion: I went with most of her top recs for me and l. Am. So. Glad. I. Did. I got the Celeraic (creamy yet refreshing + healthy with their take celery root + fun whimsical flora including pickled grapes). It may be Southern cuisine with more decadent takes on meals but chefs at Jewel of the South know how to balance unctuousness with acidity & aromatic alliums (also I virtually loved just seeing that pop of green on my dishes so it’s not a sea of monotonous color- really helps to brighten up & also whet the appetite visually). I also got the snapper with allium & I usually don’t like white fish (my go to is salmon), but this was so well put together (again balance was key)- I would hands-down order it again. And drinks + dessert were just great: I got the gingersnap pina colada (a bolder but well balanced sweet drink w/ strong rum) + Eccles cake (the honey spiced raisins fruit party + stilton cheese was such a lovely pairing of sweet & savory, and coffee w/ brandy cocktail - super smooth with delicate foam that thoughtfully & ergonomically helps minimize spills over the edge + cute yet minimal coffee bean decorations & the glass vessel in came in was just perfect - it was an easy to hold mini-v glass since I detest martini glasses that spill easily. The only thing I wouldn’t order again is the Parkin - mind u, it’s not bad - just not a home run & to be fair this one’s on me: Annie had recommended Eccles based on my preferences I shared but I thought Parkin also sounded cool & had to try it out. (Btw, did I mention food & drinks came out relatively fast while looking & tasting spot on?! This is really not an easy feat so huge Kudos to JotS!) So to recap: if u want a solid, well-balanced dining & drinking experience in NOLA, I would hands down recommend this place!

We grabbed a quick bite here with a large group doing a walk in right at the opening. The staff was super accommodating even moving umbrellas to help block out some sun. Our cocktails were across the board creative delicious and fun between the 16 of us we tried everything and everyone was passing drinks up and down the table. The menu changes constantly so no specific recommendations but certainly try a few of their specialties. Food wise the burger was a stand out one of the best in the area. We also had a salted fish dip that was hard not to eat every bite myself instead of sharing. We sat in the back patio and while not anything special was very comfy and great for our large group. Overall this was one of the best places we tried and it beat the pants off several of the more touristy locations.

The drinks were fine. The food was fussy and minimalist. I ordered the wagyu and received the equivalent of a cold cut on toast with spreadable cheese.

If you want a really great cocktail in the Quarter, come here. My husband and I have been fortunate enough to come to Jewel twice. They always have great cocktails that are always changing. The bartenders are clearly talented and do a great job. We have also enjoyed some small snacks as well. A wonderful spot for a cocktail. We look forward to coming again on our next trip. And for being one of the Top 50 bars in the world and winning the awards they have, the prices are really low. Take advantage of this!!!!

Service is unmatched in NoLA (team knew every detail of every drink) Drinks on point and the food was an experience. Of course on the expensive side but worth it.

The staff, atmosphere and cocktails were all amazing.

Great sharing plates and creative dishes. Service was top notch. Our server was attentive but not intrusive. The cocktails were great (Brandy Crusta and The Nighttripper were standouts), and the wine list was great and reasonably priced.

We stopped here for a cocktail on a Saturday night, and it was packed. There were no seats at the bar, nor was there a table available, but we were able to grab a drink and sit out front. While waiting, a large party left, so we were able to sit in the courtyard. The cocktails were delicious. The staff were super friendly and professional. The music playing was perfect. It was a whole vibe. I hope to go back for a bite to eat one day.