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Restaurant NOLA

Restaurant Cajun restaurant

👍👍 It's my wife's 50th high school reunion and 6 of us were looking for a place to eat lunch. We picked NOLA and we could not be any more pleased that we did. They seated us immediately and then we told 6 more of our classmates we were there and they showed up too. So with zero prior notice a loud rauc... People often mention good, ordered, NOLA, shrimp,


Address

523 E Gregory St, Pensacola, FL 32502

Website

www.therestaurantnola.com

Contact

(850) 466-2257

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (554 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Terry M. 1 year ago on Google
    It's my wife's 50th high school reunion and 6 of us were looking for a place to eat lunch. We picked NOLA and we could not be any more pleased that we did. They seated us immediately and then we told 6 more of our classmates we were there and they showed up too. So with zero prior notice a loud raucous group of 12 nearly 70 year olds showed up and were all seated together. Our server was Madison and she was absolutely fabulous. She not only took our orders but she took photos of us for us and simply was just fantastic. We had the best time thanks to Madison and all the staff at NOLA! The drinks were awesome and the food was terrific, it came out hot and quick!! You won't be disappointed! Thanks MADISON!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gina In P. 11 months ago on Google
    First time we went they put us in a back room with a party of 20 (that we were not part of) service was not good and noise level was way out there So I had to go back couple months later sat outside had fabulous service. Oysters were awesome, softshell crab was super awesome. Definitely will go back again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 John O. 1 year ago on Google
    First visit at this location, we were there on a Sunday during brunch and we had no wait to get a table. Be warned do not sit outside unless you enjoy sitting on a freeway eating your food. There’s plenty of room inside, we won’t make the same mistake, again. We ordered off the appetizer menu so we could get a variety. The wife ordered the crab cakes which were really good. Cooked nicely with a nice crab taste. She also ordered the boudin ball which were awesome, their remoulade is very good as an accompaniment. I got the meat pies which were cooked nicely but had no seasoning and very little flavor. I really think highly of their debris sandwich so I tried the debris fries, meat was really good but without the bread to soak up some of the juice I basically ended up with pot roast over mashed potatoes. Taste was great, texture not so much. Our waitress was not so good but the lady who really took care of us was the person who refilled our drinks and made sure we had whatever we needed. Wish I got her name but a big shoutout to her. She should have gotten the lions share of our tip. Overall, we will return but won’t sit outside.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shanelle Sugar Shock Cake C. 1 year ago on Google
    Just had our THIRD visit here and it was amazing as Usual! Our server David was full of personality, very attentive and the food was fresh, hot & absolutely Delicious. My favorite is the shrimp & grits and the crawfish etouffee is the Best we’ve had since our trip to New Orleans! Thank you for being our favorite Sunday meal!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 J S. 8 months ago on Google
    A lot of food and great service, lacked flavor. Had one of the weekend brunch specials. Roast beef eggs Benedict, everything was cooked properly and had a nice presentation. The roast beef was lacking some flavor, all the components of the meal worked well together but nothing popped. Other than the amount of food, might be enough for two, and presentation; the dish didn’t offer the flavorful experience I expected from a “creole” restaurant.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kisha F. 11 months ago on Google
    Had a delicious lunch there today. We mainly just ordered appetizers instead of a whole entree. The crab cakes were awesome. Crunchy on the outside smooth and tender on the inside. My boyfriend ordered the gumbo. Sausage had great flavor. They have a friendly and attentive staff. Would definitely recommend this place for anyone that enjoys Cajun food or seafood. You can't go wrong! Sorry I forgot to take pictures of the food! I was starving!

  • 3/5 Mike F. 1 year ago on Google
    We went to NOLA on the open Sunday Jan 29. They were very good accommodating us, with the toddlers. Service was good, but I got the feeling the staff on duty was insufficient. Cold coffee was not a good start. Bottomless champagne was $12, and one could order various juices with it, although I wish the juice was not in a fast-food sauce container and actually arrived with the bubbly. The brunch menu is dominated with Eggs Benedict and fried green tomatoes, the latter of which I cannot eat, but there were a few in which they were not listed. The eggs I ordered had the tomato in there anyway, which I caught in time. The grits on the side were cooked nicely, and delightfully buttery. There was a nicely served fresh fruit side. We were pleasantly surprised with a dozen shrimp in that dish in the photo below. The older of the two toddlers had her own regular french toast, and enjoyed that as well. The Bananas Foster French Toast was unique and a treat. I would like to go back and try them at dinner sometime.

  • 5/5 Linda S. 10 months ago on Google
    At NOLA, it’s all about the food. A little hiccup in the service? The food is worth it! Considering other price hikes I’ve seen in the restaurant biz, NOLA shows a restraint. I ordered the New Orleans style barbecue shrimp, ( the heads are still connected so be prepared to work), and the seafood gumbo. The shrimp were large enough that I didn’t mind having to remove the head. My grandmother was from Pensacola so I knew what I was doing. If you don’t know what you’re doing, it’s easy enough. The sauce, and with this dish it’s all about the sauce, was exquisite and the real deal. The gumbo, with a rich roux, is also authentic. Roux is complex and if you’ve ever made it, you know it can stop you dead in your tracks before you even get started! Kudos to chef. Hubby had the Geaux Geaux shrimp po boy. Pure genius in that it’s fried shrimp BUT with the famous barbecue sauce. Amazing! And the bread was soft and not too thick, not too thin. Washed it all down with an ice cold beer. Pure culinary heaven!

  • 5/5 Matthew L. 1 year ago on Google
    Tried NOLA for a late lunch. It was honestly delicious! Our server (Erika I think..) was amazing. The boudin balls were amazing, fries with crawfish and andouille excellent, mufaletta was on point. 100% will go back!

  • 5/5 Meme H. 6 months ago on Google
    Always go to the Cafe but this time I went to the restaurant and it's another hit! Went during happy hour when the oysters and well liquor is half off. Wait staff was super friendly and attentive. Drinks were strong. Loved the French Quarter music playing over the speakers. They have heat lamps for the outdoor seating area in case it gets cold. The flavors were good. Not too spicy but not bland either. Will go back and try some other menus items

  • 3/5 Liz T. 6 months ago on Google
    A cute little New Orleans Cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. The food was delicious and the portions were large. Unfortunately, nothing overtly remarkable or unique about the menu or theme. Still a good pace for dinner.

  • 4/5 Erika I. 7 months ago on Google
    Super glad to try a new place. Food was all cooked well. The Pasta Nola, was good but lacked flavor. The cajun sauce had a little heat buy was bland. Ask for more seasoning and add it yourself. It wouldn't pass in Nola. Service is good. We had a birthday but they forgot after saying they did something. The restaurant is still worth a try.

  • 5/5 Bobby D. 7 months ago on Google
    Loved the food. Had the Creole Gumbo it was fantastic. The service and server were great. The atmosphere was also was great very clean. Prices were good. I highly recommend. I'm definitely going back and I'm friends.

  • 4/5 Kelly g. 8 months ago on Google
    Wish I had taken more pics. I had crab cakes, gumbo, and jambalaya and bread pudding for desert. The flavors were absolutely on point. My only wish would have been to have more meat and vegetables in the gumbo and jambalaya. It was delicious, but I really wanted more substance in each bite vs. so many bites of just roux or just rice in the jambalaya. Overall, the food, bartenders and wait staff were exceptional. I'll definitely be back


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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