What are the best duck dishes in New Orleans?

Based on diner recommendations, the best duck dish in New Orleans is at Saint Claire. We compared 8 restaurants serving duck dishes.

How much do duck dishes cost in New Orleans?

Duck dish prices in New Orleans range from $15.50 to $92.00 across 8 restaurants.

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Best Duck Dishes in New Orleans

8 restaurants compared

Price range: $15.50 – $92.00

Avg recommendation: 86%

Top 5 Duck Dishes in New Orleans (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 8 restaurants:

Duck and Andouille Gumbo at Saint Claire, $28.00 (Algiers)
Duck Reuben at Junebug, $15.50 (Warehouse District)
Muscovy Duck Leg Confit with Dirty Rice at Herbsaint — 90% recommended, $43.00 (CBD)
Duck Hash at Atchafalaya — 89% recommended, $18.00 (Irish Channel)
Duck Confit at Saint Claire — 87% recommended, $42.00 (Algiers)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 8 Duck Dishes

Duck and Andouille Gumbo

Saint Claire

Algiers·$$$$

$28.00

Dark roux gumbo with duck and andouille sausage, served over Carolina Gold rice.

Tip: A seasonal item — availability depends on duck sourcing. Ask when reserving if this is your must-have dish.

Duck Reuben

Junebug

Warehouse District·$$

$15.50

Sliced duck confit on toasted rye with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and housemade Thousand Island dressing.

Tip: If you like Reubens, try this version. The duck confit is richer than traditional corned beef, making this feel elegant despite being casual.

#390% recommend

Muscovy Duck Leg Confit with Dirty Rice

Herbsaint

CBD·$$$

$43.00

Slow-braised duck leg, tender and rich, served alongside spiced rice with meat and vegetables.

Tip: Ask your server if they have duck breast available as well. Sometimes the kitchen offers both leg and breast as options.

#489% recommend

Duck Hash

Atchafalaya

Irish Channel·$$

$18.00

Confit duck leg with potatoes, onions, and spiced vegetables, finished with a fried egg.

Tip: Come for brunch specifically to order this. It's not available during dinner service.

#587% recommend

Duck Confit

Saint Claire

Algiers·$$$$

$42.00

Slow-cooked duck leg with country ham, squash, and pecan gremolata.

Tip: A showstopper dish — the presentation is elegant and the flavors justify the price. Worth reserving ahead to ensure availability.

#687% recommend

Peking Duck Breast à l'Orange

The Kingsway

Uptown·$$$$

$92.00

Duck breast prepared in Peking-style glaze with honey, pineapple, and orange.

Tip: This course pairs beautifully with the wine pairing option — ask the sommelier about the choice.

#787% recommend

Roasted Duck with Dried Cherry Sauce

Brigtsen's

Riverbend·$$$

$36.00

Duck breast and leg meat roasted and finished with a pan sauce of dried cherries and stock.

Tip: This pairs beautifully with Pinot Noir. Ask the staff for a wine pairing recommendation.

#878% recommend

Sweet Potato Duck Hash over Cornbread Waffle

Elizabeth's Restaurant

Bywater·$

$22.00

Roasted sweet potato and duck confit served over a crispy cornbread waffle.

Tip: The cornbread waffle is crispy and buttery — ask for a side of their hot sauce.