Best Alligator Dishes in New Orleans
2 restaurants compared
Price range: $14.00 – $28.00
Top 2 Alligator Dishes in New Orleans (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 2 restaurants:
- Fried Alligator at Cochon, $14.00 (Warehouse District)
- Bayou Beast Po'Boy at Parkway Bakery & Tavern, $28.00 (Mid-City)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 2 Alligator Dishes
#1
Fried Alligator
CochonWarehouse District·$$$
$14.00
Alligator tail meat breaded and deep-fried, served with a spicy remoulade.
Tip: Don't skip this on novelty appeal alone—it's genuinely delicious. The meat is surprisingly tender, and the remoulade is balanced.
#2
Bayou Beast Po'Boy
Parkway Bakery & TavernMid-City·$
$28.00
Three-foot-long sandwich with fried shrimp, gator sausage, roast beef, and cheese.
Tip: Made for sharing between 2-4 people, or for the extremely hungry. A spectacle worth ordering for photos.