Justin T.
Yelp
I remember my first time in New Orleans, I had a list of must eats in the city. I watch alot of Travel Channel and Food Network and Acme was on more than one show, specifically for their chargrilled oysters. I've never even had a regular oyster before here, but I was determined to try it in the Big Easy. This location is in the French Quarter right off Bourbon. Prime location which also means prime lines throughout the day day. Everytime I have come here, there has been a wait. The place isn't exactly huge, but they keep the crowds moving. Customer service is what you would expect in a touristy restaurant like this. Friendly, but it can be hit or miss.
I'm sure they didn't create the chargrilled oyster, but this is what Acme is known for along with their regular oysters. Come on, it's in the name. The chargrilled oysters here are topped with herbs, butter and cheese and chargrilled. They come out piping hot with bread. First bite and I was impressed, but to be fair, anything tastes good with those toppings on it right. I also tried it raw and it wasn't as bad as I was expecting it to be. They were fresh and delicious. It is here where I became a fan of oysters. Since then I've had others and Acme still has one of my favorites. I've also ordered other items from their menu such as their fried seafood platter and po'boys. No complaints on any of those items either. Drinks are strong like most of the places in the French Quarter. Either you love it or hate it.
Since trying this location, I've dined at Acme in Destin as well as Houston. I thought they were decent, but for some reason, it didn't come close to the OG in New Orleans. Maybe it's in my head, but I will only go to this location from here on out. There's so many new places for me to try in New Orleans, but for some reason, I still come here every few trips or so and I'm sure I will be back again at some point. It's nostalgic at this point.