What are the best oyster dishes in New Orleans?

Based on diner recommendations, the best oyster dish in New Orleans is at Liuzza's by the Track. We compared 9 restaurants serving oyster dishes.

How much do oyster dishes cost in New Orleans?

Oyster dish prices in New Orleans range from $14.50 to $28.00 across 9 restaurants.

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Best Oyster Dishes in New Orleans

9 restaurants compared

Price range: $14.50 – $28.00

Avg recommendation: 93%

Top 5 Oyster Dishes in New Orleans (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 9 restaurants:

Fried Seafood Platter at Liuzza's by the Track, $17.50 (Mid-City)
Seafood Platter at Deanie's Seafood, $21.95 (Bucktown)
Oysters Bienville at Arnaud's, $17.00 (French Quarter)
Oyster Po'Boy at Parkway Bakery & Tavern, $14.50 (Mid-City)
Oyster Po'Boy at Liuzza's by the Track, $16.95 (Mid-City)

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

All 9 Oyster Dishes

Fried Seafood Platter

Liuzza's by the Track

Mid-City·$$

$17.50

Fried shrimp, catfish, and oysters with sides and hush puppies.

Tip: Good for sharing or for solo diners who want a variety — portions are generous.

Seafood Platter

Deanie's Seafood

Bucktown·$$

$21.95

Fried seafood combination with shrimp, fish, and oysters.

Tip: Good for sharing between 2 people or as a solo meal if you're very hungry. Generous portions.

Oysters Bienville

Arnaud's

French Quarter·$$$

$17.00

Baked oysters with a creamy seafood and herb topping.

Tip: A good alternative to raw oysters if you prefer warm oyster preparations. The topping adds flavor without being too heavy.

Oyster Po'Boy

Parkway Bakery & Tavern

Mid-City·$

$14.50

Gulf oysters fried and served on fresh bread with traditional toppings.

Tip: Only available September-May when Gulf oysters are in season — call ahead to confirm availability.

Oyster Po'Boy

Liuzza's by the Track

Mid-City·$$

$16.95

Fried Gulf oysters stuffed into a French roll with toppings.

Tip: Watch the kitchen fry the oysters if you sit at the counter — the technique is quick and precise.

#698% recommend

Oysters Rockefeller

Antoine's

French Quarter·$$$$

$28.00

Baked oysters on the half shell with a spinach and butter crust.

Tip: This is the dish that made Antoine's famous in 1889. Order it even if you normally skip oysters — the warm preparation and herb crust change the experience compared to raw oysters.

#796% recommend

All That Jazz Po'Boy

Verti Marte

French Quarter·$

$15.50

A massive po'boy with a combination of fried seafood and meats.

Tip: Available 24/7. Get it at 3am and it's just as good as at 3pm — they're making sandwiches constantly.

#892% recommend

Oysters en Brochette

Galatoire's

French Quarter·$$$$

$22.00

Breaded oysters wrapped in bacon and fried until golden and crispy.

Tip: Don't skip this even if you normally avoid fried appetizers. The bacon and breading are restraint-driven — they enhance the oyster rather than hide it.

#986% recommend

Char-Grilled Oysters

Neyow's Creole Cafe

Mid-City·$$

$16.50

Gulf oysters chargrilled with butter and Creole spices.

Tip: Call ahead during off-season to confirm oyster availability — Gulf oysters are best September through May.