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Best Ham Dishes in New Orleans
5 restaurants compared
Price range: $10.50 – $18.00
Avg recommendation: 96%
Top 5 Ham Dishes in New Orleans (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 5 restaurants:
- Spicy Muffuletta - The Bam-Bam at Verti Marte, $14.50 (French Quarter)
- Half Muffuletta at Central Grocery, $10.50 (French Quarter)
- Deep-Fried Honey-Praline Ham Sandwich at Buffa's Bar & Restaurant, $11.00 (Marigny)
- Muffuletta at Central Grocery — 99% recommended, $18.00 (French Quarter)
- Muffuletta at Verti Marte — 93% recommended, $14.00 (French Quarter)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 5 Ham Dishes
#1
Spicy Muffuletta - The Bam-Bam
Verti MarteFrench Quarter·$
$14.50
The muffuletta with added spicy ingredients and a kick of heat.
Tip: If you like spice, this is the muffuletta to order. It's not overly hot, just a nice kick that enhances the flavors.
#2
Half Muffuletta
Central GroceryFrench Quarter·$
$10.50
Half of the original muffuletta for solo diners or lighter appetites.
Tip: This is the perfect size for one person — not overwhelming but still a substantial meal. You get the full flavor of the original without waste.
#3
Deep-Fried Honey-Praline Ham Sandwich
Buffa's Bar & RestaurantMarigny·$
$11.00
Deep-fried honey-glazed ham with melted cheese on toasted bread.
Tip: Order this at midnight through 2 pm — it's the breakfast sandwich that works as a full meal.
#499% recommend
Muffuletta
Central GroceryFrench Quarter·$
$18.00
The original Italian sandwich with ham, salami, mortadella, Swiss, provolone, and marinated olive salad on a round loaf.
Tip: They make muffulettas fresh to order — there's no heat lamp involved. The wait is 10-15 minutes but worth it. If you're in a rush, call ahead.
#593% recommend
Muffuletta
Verti MarteFrench Quarter·$
$14.00
The classic Italian sandwich with ham, salami, mortadella, cheese, and olive salad on a round loaf.
Tip: Ask for it hot — the warmth makes the olive salad come alive. This was named one of the top 5 sandwiches in America by the Wall Street Journal.