Best Rice Dishes in New Orleans
2 restaurants compared
Price range: $14.95 – $150.00
Top 2 Rice Dishes in New Orleans (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 2 restaurants:
- Dakar NOLA, $150.00 (Lower Garden District)
- Dooky Chase's, $14.95 (Treme)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
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#1
Dakar NOLA
Lower Garden District·$$$$
Jollof Rice
$150.00
Senegalese one-pot rice cooked with tomatoes, onions, spices, and Gulf seafood.
Tip: This course is often served family-style. The communal nature of the meal—literally eating from shared plates—is part of the experience.
#2
Dooky Chase's
Treme·$$
Red Beans and Rice
$14.95
Creole red beans slow-cooked with sausage and served over rice.
Tip: This is a Monday tradition in New Orleans — Dooky Chase's version is the standard.