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Best Gulf Fish Dishes in New Orleans
5 restaurants compared
Price range: $24.00 – $55.00
Avg recommendation: 93%
Top 5 Gulf Fish Dishes in New Orleans (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 5 restaurants:
- Roasted Gulf Fish with Crab Crust at Brigtsen's, $34.00 (Riverbend)
- Broiled Gulf Fish at Pascal's Manale, $28.00 (Uptown)
- New Roads Pecan Crusted Fish at Commander's Palace, $55.00 (Garden District)
- Whole Grilled Fish at Pêche Seafood Grill — 95% recommended, $42.00 (Warehouse District)
- Fried Seafood Platter at Frankie & Johnny's — 90% recommended, $24.00 (Uptown)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 5 Gulf Fish Dishes
#1
Roasted Gulf Fish with Crab Crust
Brigtsen'sRiverbend·$$$
$34.00
Seasonal Gulf fish roasted whole or filleted, topped with a crust of fresh crab and breadcrumbs.
Tip: Ask what fish is available that evening when you call to make your reservation — the chef may offer a special preparation.
#2
Broiled Gulf Fish
Pascal's ManaleUptown·$$$
$28.00
Fresh Gulf fish broiled with butter, lemon, and herbs.
Tip: Ask what fish is available when you call to book. The catch changes daily.
#3
New Roads Pecan Crusted Fish
Commander's PalaceGarden District·$$$$
$55.00
Gulf fish crusted with pecans and finished with a brown butter sauce.
Tip: Ask your server what Gulf fish was caught today — the chef may offer a different preparation if it's something special.
#495% recommend
Whole Grilled Fish
Pêche Seafood GrillWarehouse District·$$$
$42.00
Whole redfish or snapper charred over hardwood fire, served tableside with salsa verde.
Tip: Order at least one whole fish per 3-4 people if you're sharing. The portion is large and the ritual of fileting and passing around the table is part of the appeal.
#590% recommend
Fried Seafood Platter
Frankie & Johnny'sUptown·$
$24.00
A combination platter of fried Gulf shrimp, oysters, and Gulf fish served with salad and your choice of sides.
Tip: Order the platter. It's a sampler of everything the kitchen does well, at a fair price.