Broussard’s Restaurant & Courtyard has served French-Creole cuisine at 819 Conti Street in the French Quarter since 1920. It is one of New Orleans’ four “Grand Dames,” alongside Galatoire’s, Antoine’s, and Arnaud’s (Wikipedia). People come for refined Creole cooking in a room with a century of history.
The restaurant began when chef Joseph Broussard married Rosalie Borrello and the couple moved into her family’s 1834 mansion. Today, diners pass through formal dining rooms to reach a courtyard shaded by greenery, where jazz brunch runs on weekends. The kitchen pairs classic Gulf seafood preparations with modern plating. The Empire Bar, a nod to Broussard’s admiration for Napoleon, pours classic New Orleans cocktails like the Sazerac and French 75 (Broussard’s).
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
The current schedule lists jazz brunch Friday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and dinner Thursday through Saturday from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Confirm before visiting, since hours shift seasonally (Menu). Reserve ahead at 504.581.3866, especially during Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, and the busy spring and fall seasons. Request courtyard seating when you book, and choose Friday brunch for a calmer table. Bourbon Street sits one block away, and Royal Street’s galleries make an easy stroll after your meal.
