A review of one of the top 5 restaurants in New Orleans, Brigtsens. Frank Brigtsen opened up his restaurant in a house in Nola. Frank is one of the greatest chefs who teaches chefs to try and keep...
Brigtsen's Restaurant
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Brigtsen's Restaurant, nestled in the Riverbend neighborhood of Uptown New Orleans, is owned by Chef Frank Brigtsen and his wife Marna. Chef Frank's culinary journey began in 1973 at Louisiana State University, leading to an apprenticeship at Commander's Palace under Chef Paul Prudhomme. In 1986, with the mentorship of Chef Prudhomme, Frank and Marna opened Brigtsen's, offering a unique dining experience.
Visitors to Brigtsen's can anticipate a menu crafted with locally sourced ingredients and dishes prepared with meticulous attention to detail. The cozy atmosphere of this small cottage restaurant provides a casual and relaxed setting for guests to enjoy delectable seafood, delightful desserts, and signature dishes like the shrimp bisque and gulf fish with crabmeat.
Guests can expect exceptional service from the knowledgeable and friendly staff who strive to create a memorable dining experience. Whether indulging in the butternut squash bisque, the duck entree, or the pecan pie, Brigtsen's Restaurant offers a culinary adventure that celebrates the flavors and spirit of New Orleans.
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I've wanted to eat here forever, and tonite was the night. The restaurant is located inside a converted old home. Important to know when you are seeking reservations; there are tables in three...
Exquisite fare. So many New Orleans restaurants, and this might just have the most excellent cuisine in the crescent city. Educated, pleasant and witty wait staff attend to your dining experience...
It's been a while since I visited Brigtsen's, and it's still just an outstanding restaurant all around. My friend and I each had a cup of the gumbo and I had the blackened tuna. Portion sizes are...
Probably the best meal we've had in New Orleans. Set inside an old home, the vibe is quaint and cozy. The duck and any of the broiled fish were spectacular. We also got the gumbo and pecan pie,...
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