Welcome to our comprehensive guide to closed down restaurants in New Orleans, Louisiana, a vibrant city with a population of 429,545, known for its lively music scene and rich culinary heritage. While many establishments continue to thrive, some have unfortunately shut down, whether temporarily closed or permanently closed. Explore this list to uncover the stories behind these beloved dining spots and their role in shaping New Orleans’ unique food culture.
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Chap’s Chicken – New Orleans – 206 Harrison Ave C
206 Harrison Ave C
New Orleans, LA 70124
Status: Closed permanently
Ma Momma’s House of Cornbread, Chicken and Waffles – New Orleans – #A, 5741 Crowder Blvd #3
#A, 5741 Crowder Blvd #3
New Orleans, LA 70127
Status: Closed permanently
Tapeh’s Waterice, LLC – New Orleans – 1624 Newton St
1624 Newton St
New Orleans, LA 70114
Status: Closed permanently
Capdeville – New Orleans – 520 Capdeville St
520 Capdeville St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
Rebellion Bar & Urban Kitchen – New Orleans – 748 Camp St
748 Camp St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
The Crazy Italian – New Orleans – 206 W Harrison Ave Suite C
206 W Harrison Ave Suite C
New Orleans, LA 70124
Status: Closed permanently
Auction House Market – New Orleans – 801 Magazine St
801 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
Jamba 930 Poydras – New Orleans – 930 Poydras St
930 Poydras St
New Orleans, LA 70112
Status: Closed permanently
The Crazy Lobster Bar & Grill – New Orleans – 500 Port Of New Orleans Pl #83
500 Port Of New Orleans Pl #83
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
Tava Indian Street Food – New Orleans – 611 O’Keefe Ave
611 O'Keefe Ave
New Orleans, LA 70113
Status: Closed permanently
La Casita on the Patio – New Orleans – 845 Carondelet St
845 Carondelet St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
Café Adelaide РNew Orleans Р300 Poydras St
300 Poydras St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
Balise Tavern – New Orleans – 640 Carondelet St
640 Carondelet St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
Kenton’s – New Orleans – 5757 Magazine St A
5757 Magazine St A
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Noodle & Pie – New Orleans – 741 State St
741 State St
New Orleans, LA 70118
Status: Closed permanently
Medium Rare – New Orleans – 5538 Magazine St
5538 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
El Libre – New Orleans – 3151 Calhoun St
3151 Calhoun St
New Orleans, LA 70125
Status: Closed permanently
Marcello’s Restaurant & Wine Bar – New Orleans – 715 St Charles Ave
715 St Charles Ave
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
Borgne – New Orleans – 601 Loyola Ave
601 Loyola Ave
New Orleans, LA 70113
Status: Closed permanently
CellarDoor – New Orleans – 916 Lafayette St
916 Lafayette St
New Orleans, LA 70113
Status: Closed permanently
NOLA Caye – New Orleans – 898 Baronne St
898 Baronne St
New Orleans, LA 70113
Status: Closed permanently
Otra Vez – New Orleans – 1001 Julia St
1001 Julia St
New Orleans, LA 70113
Status: Closed permanently
Freret Street Poboys and Donuts – New Orleans – 4701 Freret St
4701 Freret St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Del Fuego NOLA – New Orleans – 4518 Magazine St
4518 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Bordeaux – New Orleans – 4734 Magazine St
4734 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Toast on Laurel – New Orleans – 5433 Laurel St
5433 Laurel St
New Orleans, LA 70118
Status: Closed permanently
Moe’s Original BBQ – New Orleans – New Orleans – 3150 Calhoun St
3150 Calhoun St
New Orleans, LA 70125
Status: Closed permanently
Parran’s Po-Boys Uptown – New Orleans – 4920 Prytania St
4920 Prytania St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Sarita’s Grill – New Orleans – 4520 Freret St
4520 Freret St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Main Squeeze Juice Co. – New Orleans – 5808 Magazine St
5808 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
The Halal Guys – New Orleans – 5001 Freret St
5001 Freret St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
La Thai Uptown – New Orleans – 4938 Prytania St
4938 Prytania St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
McAlister’s Deli – New Orleans – 5300 Tchoupitoulas St
5300 Tchoupitoulas St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Coulis – New Orleans – 3625 Prytania St
3625 Prytania St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Chef D’z Cafe & Catering – New Orleans – 1535 Basin St
1535 Basin St
New Orleans, LA 70116
Status: Closed permanently
Fharmacy Nola – New Orleans – 2540 Banks St
2540 Banks St
New Orleans, LA 70119
Status: Closed permanently
Sammy’s Ethiopian Kitchen – New Orleans – 422 S Broad St
422 S Broad St
New Orleans, LA 70119
Status: Closed permanently
Kindred Food & Drink – New Orleans – 7537 Maple St
7537 Maple St
New Orleans, LA 70118
Status: Closed permanently
Ignatius – New Orleans – 3121 Magazine St
3121 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Magazine Po-boy & Sandwich Shop – New Orleans – 2368 Magazine St
2368 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
Amici Ristorante & Bar – New Orleans – 3218 Magazine St
3218 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Charcoal’s Gourmet Burger Bar – New Orleans – 2200 Magazine St
2200 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Status: Closed permanently
Araña Taqueria y Cantina РNew Orleans Р3242 Magazine St
3242 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently
Pirogues – New Orleans – 2565 Bayou Rd
2565 Bayou Rd
New Orleans, LA 70119
Status: Closed permanently
Cajun King – New Orleans – 2514 Bayou Rd
2514 Bayou Rd
New Orleans, LA 70119
Status: Closed permanently
The Green Room Kukhnya – New Orleans – 1300 St Bernard Ave
1300 St Bernard Ave
New Orleans, LA 70116
Status: Closed permanently
THE HALF SHELL ON THE BAYOU – New Orleans – 2517 Bayou Rd
2517 Bayou Rd
New Orleans, LA 70119
Status: Closed permanently
J’s Creole Wings Claiborne – New Orleans – 1700 N Claiborne Ave
1700 N Claiborne Ave
New Orleans, LA 70116
Status: Closed permanently
Dees Xquisite Seafood – New Orleans – 1401 St Bernard Ave
1401 St Bernard Ave
New Orleans, LA 70116
Status: Closed permanently
House Of Kebab – New Orleans – 3100 Magazine St
3100 Magazine St
New Orleans, LA 70115
Status: Closed permanently