Pascal's Manale - New Orleans, LA

Pascal's Manale signature dish, and one now found on many Louisiana-inspired menus, is barbecued shrimp: huge, head-on crustaceans served in a pool of garlicky, peppery butter. This is one of the foundation restaurants of Creole cuisine, its oysters Bienville and Rockefeller definitive, its spaghetti Collins (sprinkled with green onions and herbs) a less-is-more delight, its bread pudding is not to be missed.

58% Approval Rating (17 votes)

Overall: Worth driving from anyplace

Must Eats

barbecue shrimp ($15.00)

BBQ Shrimp - Dinner ($24.00)

oysters ($15.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

" Like so much of New Orleans culture, Pascal’s Manale, which dates back a century or so, is puzzling and irresistible. Its signature dish, and one now found on many Louisiana-inspired menus, is barbecued shrimp: huge, head-on crustaceans served in a pool of ..." [Read More].

Logbooks

8/1/2000 - Michael Stern, $15

Map & Directions

1838 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans, LA
504-895-4877

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Lunch
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	Yes
Alcohol Served:	Yes
Outdoor Seating:	No
Reservations Accepted:	Yes
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	No

"Pascal's Manale's most famous dish, and one copied by Creole chefs in New Orleans and beyond. It's some work to eat, but wow, is it delicious!"
Michael Stern

"It's traditional to start a meal with cocktails and a dozen or so freshly-shucked oysters from the raw bar."
Michael Stern

"The exterior is quiet and muted, but the food made by this kitchen is anything but plain."
Michael Stern