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Those were our 3 swanky lunch spots a couple of weeks ago. LOVED Herbsaint and Coquette. It was our third time eating at August and I finally decided I didn't need to go back again. It's a little too precious and stuffy for my liking. The gumbo at Herbsaint was absolutely amazing and I had the shaved beef salad with rare roast beef which was delicious. Coconut cream pie for dessert.
I think my favorite is Coquette though; and an incredible bargain if you go for the $20 lunch. I've had the Shrimp and Grits twice now and the Oyster Roast for appetizer and of course the Beignets. Plan ahead because lunch is only on Weds/Thurs/Fri, with your bargain wine on Wed. and bargain fancy drinks on Thurs. It is an amazing deal and one of the best meals you will have !!!
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Herbsaint
701 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130›3 Replies-
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Niki in Dayton
May 10, 2011 12:46 PM
Coquette does lunch on Saturday, too, I believe, and agree, it's probably the best deal in town.
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Niki in Dayton
May 9, 2011 09:26 AM
I've eaten at all three, and in order, would do Coquette, August, then Herbsaint. But if you have a Friday lunch consider Patois. Patois and Coquette are my current favorite NOLA restos, and they both get lots of love on this board.
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We loved our lunch at Coquette - the best drink I had in New Orleans was the Coquette Collins, plus the beignets were fabulous. The shrimp & grits were amazing as well. (I'd like to be able to replicate that recipe at home.) I'd go back anytime.
But I'm a 'novice' when it's comes to New Orleans. I'm sure others have more opinions.
