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Ernst Cafe

Item: Ernst Cafe
Author: Beth D'Addono

Cuisine: Crawfish, Seafood

10Best Says

Ernst Cafe has existed in the Warehouse District of New Orleans for over a century, nestled in a Pre-Civl War structure. The atmosphere is a friendly, family type of setting where talking, chattering and having a good time are all allowed. Ernst is known for having "Crawfish Fridays" during crawfish season, where you can get a tray of the famed shellfish and enjoy discounts on the local brew as well (Abita). If you happen to visit outside of the normal crawfish season, they always serve up a mean crawfish etouffee which is something everyone visiting New Orleans should try.

Address:

600 South Peters Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 525-8544

Hours:

Daily 11am-6am

Website:

ernstcafe.net

EXPERT TIPS BY: Beth D'Addono
New Orleans Local Expert

Crawfish: "Come to Ernst during Mardi Gras, as they have a super festive "Bacchus Bash"."

Best for Crawfish Because: Ernst Cafe has "Crawfish Friday", where you can get $5 craw trays and discounted Abita beer.

Dinner Menu
- Appetizers
  
  Fried Green Tomatoes With Sauteed Shrimp
  
  a traditional southern dish, stepped up with the addition of delicious, sauteed jumbo shrimp all topped off with a homemade remoulade sauce. feeling adventurous? give it a try with crispy oysters! ($9.00)
  
  High Class Nachos
  
  fresh made tortilla chips with a homemade chipotle pepper three-cheese sauce, topped with fresh jalapeno, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and marinated filet mignon! ($11.00)
  
  Southwest Eggrolls
  
  chicken, corn, black beans, and southwest spices, served with sour cream or ranch dressing ($8.00)
  
  Chicken Tenders
  
  fresh cut chicken tenders, breaded, fried, and served with a homemade chicory bbq dipping sauce ($8.00)
  
  New Orleans Style Lump Crab Cakes
  
  lots of crabmeat, seasoned bread crumbs, and seasoned vegetables, sauteed and presented with a homemade spicy mayonnaise ($9.00)
- Soup
  Chefs Special
  made daily from the best available ingredients. ask your server for todays choice.
  
  Large: $8.00
  
  Bowl: $11.00
  Chicken Andouille Gumbo
  cooked in a dark roux, this gumbo is the essense of south louisiana cooking. served with french bread, a bowl of this stew makes a great meal.
  
  Large: $8.00
  
  Bowl: $11.00
- Salads
  
  Spinach Salad
  
  fresh spinach, candied pecans, thinly sliced red onion, tossed with raspberry pepper jelly vinaigrette ($9.00)
  
  Eggless Caesar Salad
  
  romaine lettuce, house made croutons, grated parmesan cheese, tossed with our own spicy, eggless caesar dressing. great additions: grilled or fried chicken, oysters or shrimp $3.00 ($9.00)
  
  Side Salad
  
  eggless caesar or mixed greens to go with your lunch or dinner ($4.00)
  
  Buffalo Shrimp Salad
  
  mixed greens, celery and carrots, tossed with our house made bleu cheese dressing, topped with buffalo style, fried shrimp. ($13.00)
  
  Filet Cobb Salad
  
  a traditional cobb with a gourmet twist. fresh romaine lettuce striped with egg, tomato, bacon, crumbled bleu cheese, and juicy pieces of filet mignon. served with house made bleu cheese dressing (feel free to ask for sauteed shrimp or chicken to replace the filet if you like) ($13.00)
- Sandwiches
  
  Fried Oyster, Shrimp Or Catfish Poboy
  
  choose one or two of the famous new orleans po-boy staples. fried in the old new orleans way, served on fresh baked french bread. dressed or with ketchup and hot sauce, this is another old school new orleans favorite ($12.00)
  
  Big Fat Chicken Sandwich
  
  giant, fresh boneless chicken breast, grilled or fried, on a brioche bun or wrap ($10.00)
  
  Chicory Chicken Sandwich
  
  in honor of our facility next door, pulled chicken in our special chicory bbq sauce. made with new orleans chicory coffee, and a little chipotle pepper, this sandwich will delight you with its depth and kick. topped off with a zesty slaw. ($11.00)
  
  Bayou Burger
  
  9 oz. fresh ground beef, charbroiled to order topped with your choice of bacon, cheese, and grilled onions ($11.00)
  
  The ernster Sandwich
  
  wo of new orleans most delicious po-boy ingredients combine to make this wonderfully special sandwich. crispy, fried oysters on a layer of rich roast beef debris, drizzled with amazing gravy, on french bread brushed good mayonnaise. ($13.00)
  
  Spicy Chicken Sandwich
  
  big, fresh boneless chicken breast, grilled or fried, served with a spicy sauce, and a pile of cheddar cheese on a brioche bun. ($11.00)
  
  Roast Beef Po-boy
  
  another new orleans favorite. roast beef debris, simmered in rich brown gravy, layered on fresh french bread, spread with some good mayonnaise. be sure to get extra napkins! ($12.00)
  
  Vegetarian
  
  grilled portobello mushrooms, roasted red peppers, arugula, and goat cheese on a brioche bun. also available as a wrap. ($12.00)
- Entrees
  
  Shrimp Creole
  
  a dish originated in louisiana, fresh shrimp are cooked in a savory, rich tomato sauce and served over rice. ($12.00)
  
  Fried Shrimp
  
  large shrimp, seasoned, battered, and perfectly fried, served with french fries. buffalo sauce upon request. ($13.00)
  
  Fried Oysters
  
  seasoned louisiana oysters, lightly battered, fried until crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside ($13.00)
  
  Grilled Or Fried Fish
  
  fresh, crispy fried fish filet, served with french fries ($13.00)
  
  Seafood Platter
  
  combination of shrimp, oysters, redfish, hush puppies, and french fries piled high atop buttered french bread. all of this topped off with crispy fried onion rings: old school new orleans at its best ($18.00)
  
  Fish Tacos
  
  crispy fish with a spicy aioli, topped with a zesty slaw, wrapped in flour tortillas. feel free to ask for grilled fish ($12.00)
  
  Steak Tacos
  
  marinated filet, topped with a zesty slaw, wrapped in flour tortillas ($12.00)
  
  Red Beans & Rice
  
  with andouille sausage, alligator sausage, or crispy panko fried chickentradition says this is a monday dish, but that would waste 6 other days of enjoyment of this wonderful new orleans standard. ($13.00)
  
  Crawfish Etoufee
  
  a south louisiana favorite. the louisiana vegetable trinity, cookedin a rich roux, finished with seafood stock and crawfish, served over rice. warm, rich, and perfectly seasoned, it is the perfect cajun dish. ($13.00)

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