Oceana Grill
Settle in NOLA newbies, locals, and celebs alike - I’m gonna take y’all on a tasty tour of one of the hottest dining spots sizzling up Creole and seafood delights deep in the French Quarter. We goin’ inside the delicious world of the one and only Oceana Grill!
This go-to hot spot’s got fine flavors and good times on lock from their award-hogging grub to drink specials drawing in tourists and Hollywood stars. Heck, you might see a Hall of Famer like Peyton Manning living it up on gumbo at the next table. Better bring an appetite!
Plucking Plump Oysters and Juicy Po’ Boys Fresh Daily
You can’t beat a restaurant just a Bourbon Street stumble away that gets the first pick of the daily catch from the Gulf. I’m talkin’ tender crawfish, plump oysters so fresh they still dreamed of the sea this morning, and jumbo shrimp popping with sweet, briny flavor. Then they load all that up on soft po’ boy loaves, layer up lasagnas, or toss in savory soups and stews.
Their Chargrilled Oyster recipe ditches the deep fryer to let the natural smoky and buttery flavor sing out. Lay on some house hot sauce if you dare! And don’t miss their famous seafood gumbo - smooth dark roux packed with shrimp, crab, and oysters floating like treasures.
Cranking Out Signature Creole Brunch to Late Night Bites
The crazy part is Oceana keeps the kitchen cranking everything from beignets to burgers and po’ boys from 8 am opening until the last call at 1 am! Whether you need a hangover fix like their enormous Bayou Breakfast or a late-night snack to ensure prime people watchin' on Bourbon, they got you.
Even though Oceana nails Southern staples like jambalaya that make you weep joyful spice tears, their chefs keep things interesting with global mashups—have you ever tried their French Quarter Fettuccine blending Louisiana crawfish and creamed spinach with Italian pasta? Or the Oceana Bread Pudding that takes the classic NOLA dessert to new heights? That's why first-timers and longtime regulars love this spot.
Parties & Celebs Get VIP Treatment
When celebrities and sports stars visit NOLA, they are cozy in Oceana's signature teal booths and private rooms to blend in with the colorful local crowd. Names like John Goodman, Sandra Bullock, Peyton Manning, and even Sir Paul McCartney have gotten their fill here over the years.
And if you have a bachelor party or wedding reception coming up, Oceana sets the stage for a uniquely New Orleans bash. Book their Mardi Gras balcony for front-row views of floats and flying beads during Carnival. Or let the good times and drinks flow freely in themed rooms decked out in masquerade decadence or undersea whimsy.
Calling All French Quarter Residents for Delivery!
Crazy as it sounds for a bustling 200+ seat eatery, Oceana still delivers all across the French Quarter til 1 am through their online ordering! So stumble home after getting your fill of Bourbon Street debauchery and have some gumbo delivered - stat!
Or surprise your work crew one afternoon with a spread of po'boys, jambalaya, and bread pudding without leaving the office. Consider it Oceana's delicious dedication to the Quarter residents who make NOLA so unique.
Where Joie De Vivre Meets Haute Cuisine
But above all the awards and occasional celebrity drop-ins, Oceana keeps first-class Creole soul food and that signature New Orleans hospitality coming every day thanks to their chefs and staff. The place radiates an atmosphere where strangers feel like fast friends.
So whether visitors wanna pre-game a ghost or pub crawl with crawfish etouffee, kids wanna gorge on no broccoli-allowed meals, or families want a high chair-friendly spot to celebrate Grandma's 97th birthday - Oceana's got a table with your (mismatched teal) name on it.
Round up your best buds or make some new ones bellied up to the bar! And let Oceana's joie de vivre spirit whet your appetite for all things uniquely and unapologetically New Orleans. Just don't forget to save room for bread pudding!
Contact & Location
739 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Dine-in · Takeout / Delivery
Open 8:00 AM · Closes 1:00 AM
