Brennan's

"Brennan’s is the fine dining standard in New Orleans. It’s the type of restaurant where you’ll find yourself checking your posture, because you’d hate to slouch, and saying “powder room” instead of bathroom. Servers put on shows when doing tableside bananas foster (a dish that Brennan’s actually invented), and are somehow still able to answer any questions you have seamlessly. The menu changes seasonally, and all of it’s excellent—highlights are the turtle soup, soft-shell crab, and a lobster omelet. They also pour great cocktails, including a perfect Sazerac." - chelsea brasted, zella palmer, carlo mantuano, megan braden perry

"Famous for breakfast, Brennan’s stuns all day long under the leadership of owner Ralph Brennan and head chef Ryan Hacker. Ten years ago, the historic restaurant went through a massive, multi-million dollar renovation that extended the bar area and brought the whole place up to date after ownership changed hands. No longer the old dowager of the French Quarter, this restaurant is now relevant and dazzling. But, by all means, try the bananas Foster. It’s well-known for a reason." - Clair Lorell

"If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, Brennan’s is equipping its customers with all the tools they need for success. Traditional dishes like seafood gumbo, eggs Sardou, and turtle soup are served alongside morning cocktails and chicory coffee in the ornate dining room. After breakfast and tableside bananas Foster for dessert, explore the Quarter via Royal Street— or go straight home and take a long nap." - Eater Staff

"The French Quarter landmark known for its endless breakfast service serves up three courses for $75 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. this year. The best thing about Brennan’s menu is the number of options for each course — there are seven starters including turtle soup and artichoke and oyster gratin and mains including buttermilk brined breast and cornmeal-crusted redfish. Of course, the famed bananas Foster is just one dessert option." - Beth D'Addono

"Good lucking finding another French Quarter white tablecloth restaurant open at 8 a.m. for breakfast. Brennan’s has been doing it up for more than 70 years, and its Creole menu includes eggs Hussarde, eggs Sardou, ricotta pancakes, and so much more. Please don’t forget to order a brandy milk punch. Serving breakfast daily, with courtyard tables available." - Clair Lorell, Beth D'Addono, Eater Staff