NEW ORLEANS – Starting Aug. 1, restaurants around the city are participating in the annual COOLinary experience. Participating locations will offer diners prix-fixe menus for brunch, lunch and dinner – with lunch options no more than $28 and brunch and dinner no more than $58.
A few restaurants shared their offerings for COOLinary.
Birdy’s Behind the Bower
Celebrate COOLinary at Birdy’s Behind The Bower with a two-course lunch special, available Monday through Friday for just $25 (plus tax & gratuity). Start with a choice of a refreshing house-made beverage, like the tropical Bird in Paradise (rum, pineapple, coconut, orgeat), the citrusy Red Robin (tequila, lime, hibiscus), or the earthy-sweet Ube Matcha (available hot or iced). Then dig into bold flavors with your pick of Pork Belly Elote – spicy skillet corn, guacamole, poached egg, and root beer reduction; Short Rib Sandwich– with blue cheese, pickled red onion, jalapeños, on a pretzel bun; and the Huli Huli Chicken Bowl – sweet and spicy pineapple chicken with Hawaiian mac salad and cucumbers.
Birdy’s Behind The Bower is located at 1320 Magazine St. https://birdysnola.com/.
Boucherie
Boucherie announced it is return for another season of COOLinary.
1st
Coquilles: Roasted Bay Scallops with Nduja, Garlic, Parmesan and Preserved Citrus
Blackened Shrimp and Grit Cake
Lemon Thyme Roasted Lobster: Bleu Cheese Panna Cotta, Sourdough Focaccia
2nd
Crispy Skin Duck Confit: Panzanella Carbonara, Garlic Bread, Smoked Lardo, Circulated Egg, Parmesan, Marinated Tomato
Smoked Wagyu Beef Brisket
Pan Roasted Pompano: African Style Gumbo, Crab Fat Rice
3rd
Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding
Chocolate Terrine
Coconut Caramel Ooey Gooey Cake
Boucherie is located at 8115 Jeannette St. boucherie-neworleans.com
Brutto Americano
This buzzy restaurant specializes in reimagined Italian classics, and its three-course COOLinary menu includes guests’ choice of Seared Gulf Tuna, Beef & Pork Meatballs or Burrata con Panna for their antipasti; Papparedelle, Rigatoni, Gemelli or a ½ Pound Burger for the second course; and to top it off, the restaurant’s famous Tiramisu for dessert. $56/person.
Brutto Americano is located in the Barnett Hotel at 600 Carondelet St. bruttoamericano.com
Cafe NOMA
Cafe NOMA announced its offering a two-course lunch menu for $25.
1ST COURSE
choice of
Mississippi Hot Pockets
Slow Braised Shredded Beef, Pepperjack Cheese, Wrapped In A Flaky Hand Pie
Kale Salad
Baby Kale, Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan, Lemon Vinaigrette, And Pickled Onions
Soup of the Day
2ND COURSE
choice of
The Rachel Sandwich
House Roasted Turkey, Swiss, Coleslaw, Russian Dressing, on Rye Brea
Korean BBQ Bowl
Korean BBQ Beef, Rice, Mushrooms, Sautéed Spinach, Pickled Carrots, Red Bell Peppers, Bulgogi Sauce
Cafe NOMA is located inside the New Orleans Museum of Art at 1 Collins Diboll Cir. cafenoma.com
Caesars New Orleans
The restaurants inside Caesars New Orleans have announced their COOLinary offerings. All three restaurants are offering thoughtfully curated three-course menus that highlight seasonal ingredients, Gulf seafood and regional inspiration — perfect for food lovers looking to experience high-end dining at an approachable price point.
· The Steakhouse – $58 Coolinary Menu
o First Course (choice of)
§ Smoked Duck Drumettes | Jamaican jerk | pickled sweet pepper
§ Heirloom Tomato Salad | aged balsamic | fresh herb | feta cheese
o Second Course (choice of):
§ Lemon Thyme Chargrilled Quail | lyonnaise potato | haricot vert
§ Pan-Fried Speckled Trout | blue crab | asparagus | hollandaise
o Third Course (choice of):
§ Warm Bread Pudding | bourbon caramel
§ Lemon Sorbet | fresh berries | mint
· Emeril’s Brasserie – $58 Coolinary Menu
o First Course
§ Watermelon Salad | arugula | feta | pecans | balsamic vinaigrette
o Second Course
§ Seared Snapper | corn purée | petite herbs | blistered tomato vinaigrette
o Third Course
§ Apple Tarte Tatin | vanilla ice cream
· Nobu – $58 Coolinary Menu
o First Course (choice of)
§ Edamame (spicy or not
§ Shishito Pepper Den Miso
§ Yellowtail Jalapeno (3pc) (+$5)
§ Tuna Sashimi (3pc) (+$5) with fried onions, olive, ama-tosazu
§ Okra with spicy tosazu
§ Black Cod Butter Lettuce
o Second Course (choice of)
§ Shojin Tempura with tempura sauce
§ Salmon with roasted cauliflower jalapeno
§ Vegetable Spicy (Add Shrimp +$7)
§ Chicken or Beef Kushiyaki with miso soup and steamed rice
§ Toro Scallion Cut Roll with 3-piece Nigri (+$8) tuna with wasabi salsa, octopus tiradito style, hirame ponzu style
§ White Fish Tiradito Cut Roll with 3-piece Nigri (+$5) salmon karashi su miso, tuna dry miso, shrimp ume salsa
o Third Course (choice of)
§ Miso Cappuccino milk chocolate miso custard, candied pecans,
vanilla gelato and whipped cappuccino
§ Assorted Ice Cream Mochi
§ Apricot Mochi Cake whipped matcha ganache, white chocolate, and peaches
All restaurants are currently accepting reservations.
Caesars New Orleans is located at 228 Poydras St. caesars.com/caesars-new-orleans
Commons Club
Commons Club, under the direction of Executive Chef Chris Borges, will offer visitors a delicious three-course brunch and dinner menu. The $29 per person (excluding beverage, tax, or gratuity) brunch menu will start with a duo of freshly baked Petite Croissant & Pan au Chocolat, served with whipped butter and house-made blueberry-satsuma coulis. Then, guests will choose between a refreshing Avocado Toast with tahini, shaved veggies, and seeds on multigrain bread, or a summery Roasted Corn Salad with corn panna cotta, avocado, and pepitas. For the entrée, opt for a classic Bagel Plate with heirloom tomatoes and whipped cream cheese, a savory Fried Egg Sandwich with bacon and chili aioli, or Gulf Shrimp & Grits in a bold New Orleans BBQ sauce. The brunch menu is offered from Friday to Sunday.
The dinner menu, priced at $49 per person (excluding beverage, tax, or gratuity) and available Monday to Sunday, will feature first-course options, including a choice of a crisp Roasted Corn ‘Elote’ Salad, Goat Cheese Crottin with duck confit and cherries, or Summer Tomatoes paired with Gulf shrimp and charred peaches. Entrée selections include a flavor-packed Fried Lamb Milanese, Peach-Glazed Pork Chop with a Southern-style ragout, Roasted Half Chicken with kale salad and romesco, or Wild Mushroom Ravioli with truffle and nettle pesto. End on a sweet note with either a Cheesecake Mousse topped with blackberry curd and almonds or a fragrant Apricot Bread Pudding drizzled in hibiscus syrup.
Commons Club is located in the lobby of Virgin Hotels New Orleans at 550 Baronne St. virginhotels.com/the-commons-club
Costera
Costera will offer a three-course tasting menu for $58 per person (served family-style, full table participation required) from Wednesday to Sunday. The menu (sample menu) includes citrus and vermouth Marinated Olives; griddled sourdough with Boquerones and green olives; beef shank and potato Bombas with aioli and pickled chilies; blistered Shishito Peppers with arbequina and Maldon; and Crudo with cucumber ginger vinaigrette, pickled fresnos, and pistachios. Second course options include Gulf Redfish a la plancha with herb aioli, asparagus, lemon, and pistachio; 24 oz. Boneless Ribeye with charred onion salsa verde, and Papas Bravas with aioli and piquillo pepper puree. End your meal with Chef’s Selection of Desserts. The quantity and variety of dishes will vary based on party size.
Costera is located at 4938 Prytania St. costerarestaurant.com
Gris-Gris:
Gris-Gris (1800 Magazine St.) is offering a dinner menu for this year’s experience.
Menu:
Dinner (Available Daily)
Enjoy a three-course dinner menu for $55 with dishes including Tomato and Feta Salad or Chicken and Andouille Gumbo, Venison Backstrap or Chicken Clemenceau, and Sicky Bun Bread Pudding.
Reservations: Book reservations via Resy or call the restaurant at (504) 272-0241.
Hours:
Wednesday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Thursday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Monday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
*Closed Tuesday*
Good Catch Thai Urban Bistro:
Good Catch (828 Gravier St.) is offering two menus this year.
- Menus:
- Lunch (Available Daily)
- Enjoy a two-course lunch for only $25, with a variety of options for either appetizer or dessert (Tom Kha Soup, Fried Pot Stickers, Fresh Rolls and more!) and entrée (Spicy Clam Udon, Green Curry with Mixed Seafood, Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken and more!).
- Dinner (Available Daily)
- Executive Chef Aom Srisuk has created three dinner menu sets inspired by her favorite cities in Thailand – Chiang Mai (north of Thailand), Loei (northeast of Thailand), and Koh Samui (an island in the south of Thailand). Each city set is designed for a minimum of two diners and is priced at $45/person (each set also includes a suggested wine pairing add-on).
- Lunch (Available Daily)
- Reservations: Book reservations at www.goodcatchnola.com or call the restaurant at 504-581-2205.
- Hours:
- Sun – Fri: 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- Sat: 11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Mister Mao
Mister Mao will offer a $50 brunch special for two to keep you full and happy all month long. Starting Saturday, Aug. 2, the restaurant will offer a family-style Dim Sum brunch package for two, which includes San Francisco garlic noodles, kashmiri fried chicken, crispy beef dumplings, and their condensed milk Fairy Bread. This COOLinary brunch is best indulged with the brand new summertime frozen cocktail Pretty In Pink, made with a house nectarine syrup and Thai basil infused vodka.
Mister Mao is located at 4501 Tchoupitoulas St. mistermaonola.com
GW Fins
The team at GW Fins shares their excitement to participate in this year’s COOLinary. The restaurant’s 3-Course, $56 COOLinary Menu will be available Sunday through Thursday throughout August, along with the a la carte Dinner Menu.
GW Fins’ Sample COOLinary Menu
(Menu Will Change Nightly)
First Course
choice of
Lobster Bisque
Maine Lobster, cognac, crème fraîche
Tempura Red Shrimp
Thai tamarind glaze, cucumber melon salsa
Heirloom Tomato Salad
burrata, arugula, balsamic, Persian cucumber & Vidalia onions
Second Course
choice of
Sea Scallop Carbonara
hand cut pappardelle pasta, fresh peas, swordfish bacon, shaved parmesan
Louisiana Drum
redfish cracklin’ crust, summertime maque chous, sweet corn spoonbread
Berkshire Pork Chop
goat cheese grits, Carolina peach, shishito peppers
Third Course
choice of
Dubai Chocolate Cake
phyllo crust, pistachio anglaise
Swamp Apple Semifreddo
butter cookie crumble, whipped cream
House Made Sorbets
daily selection
$56
(plus tax & gratuity)
GW Fins is open for dinner Sundays through Thursdays from 5 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m.
You can make reservations by calling 504-581-3467 or gwfins.com/reservations
Osteria Lupo
Osteria Lupo will feature a three-course tasting menu for $58 per person (served family-style, full table participation required, excluding beverage, tax, and gratuity) from Monday to Sunday. Visitors can enjoy a selection (sample menu) of Antipasti, including Spring Green Salad with goat cheese, fennel, walnut shallot vin; Burrata con Panna with arugula pesto, walnut, aged balsamic; Louisiana Jumbo Shrimp with anchovy butter, long pepper conserva, focaccia. Pastaincludes Radiatori with Louisiana blue crab, basil, Parmesan; Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka with crispy garlic and Calabrian chili. Secondi & Contorni (main and side dishes) include Grilled Hanger Steak with crispy potatoes and salsa verde; Seared Redfish with brown butter, leek, and garlic bagna cauda, cauliflower, braised radicchio; and Crispy Brussels Sprouts with brown butter, hazelnuts, and ricotta salata. Diners can purchase dessert a la carte at the end of their meal.
Osteria Lupo is located at 4609 Magazine St. osterialupo.com.
Ralph’s on the Park
Ralph’s on the Park announced a three-course brunch menu, available on Saturdays and Sundays, for $45.
3 Course Brunch $45
First Course
choice of…
Bananas Foster Dutch Baby Pancake
Caramelized Bananas, Mammoth Pecans, Mascarpone Whipped Cream
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Burrata, Celery Hearts, Spring Onions, Avocado Mousse, Smoked Chipotle Vinaigrette
Slow-Cooked Pork Collard
Sweet Corn Cake, Fig and Chili Preserves
Louisiana Tuna Crudo
Summer Melon Consommé, Preserved Lemon, Basil – Jalapeño Gel, Pistachio Crumble
Summer Berry Parfait
Housemade Vanilla Bean Yogurt, Local Berries, Coconut Pecan Granola
Second Course
choice of…
Open-Face Louisiana Crab Omelet
Heirloom Tomatoes, Ricotta, Basil, Pickled Red Onions, Micro Greens
Royal Red Shrimp & Unicorn Grits
Pickled Peppers, Crispy Garlic, Green Onions, Chili Lemon Butter Sauce
Redfish on the Half-Shell
Summer Squash, Fresno Pepper-Romanesco, Ricotta Salata, Pickled Mustard Seeds
Bacon Confit Rabbit Leg
Louisiana Eggplant, Teardrop Tomatoes, Castelvetrano Olives, Saffron Pearl Pasta, Basil Pistou
Third Course
choice of…
Local Honey and Buttermilk Panna Cotta
Macerated Nectarines and Plum Gel
Blackout Doberge Cake
Eleven Layers of Devil’s Sponge Cake and Chocolate Filling Covered in Rich Chocolate Ganache, Vanilla Creme Anglaise
Blueberry White Chocolate Bread Pudding
Classic Bread Pudding, White Chocolate Sauce, Blueberry Coulis
Additionally, the restaurant is offering a two-course lunch menu, available Wednesday-Friday, for $28
First Course
choice of…
Turtle Soup
Our Signature…with Sherry
Blackened Gulf Shrimp
Sweet Corn Purée, Red Pepper Sabayon, Spicy Pecans
Grilled Little Gem Salad
Caesar Dressing, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan
Louisiana Tuna Crudo
Summer Melon Consommé, Preserved Lemon, Basil – Jalapeño Gel and Pistachio CrumblE
Second Course
choice of…
Redfish on the Half-Shell
Summer Squash, Fresno Pepper-Romanesco, Ricotta Salata, Pickled Mustard Seeds
Bacon Confit Rabbit Leg
Louisiana Eggplant, Teardrop Tomatoes, Castelvetrano Olives, Saffron Pearl Pasta, Basil Pistou
Royal Red Shrimp & Unicorn Grits
Pickled Peppers, Crispy Garlic, Green Onions, Chili Lemon Butter Sauce
Wagyu & Avocado Cheeseburger
American Wagyu Beef, Housemade Brioche Bun, Red Onion, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Avocado Mousse, Jalapeño Aioli, Served with Crispy French Fries
Ralph’s on the Park is located at 900 City Park Ave. ralphsonthepark.com
Red Fish Grill
Red Fish Grill will offer a two-course lunch for $25 and a three-course dinner for $45 for COOLinary.
2 Course $25 Lunch
1st Course
choice of
Alligator Sausage & Seafood Gumbo
Our signature! Creole Country alligator sausage, Louisiana shrimp, cooked down in a rich dark roux with “holy trinity,” served with green onion rice
RFG Chopped Salad
cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled red onions, romaine hearts, shaved Parmesan, creamy peppercorn ranch
2nd Course
choice of
Pasta Jambalaya
andouille sausage, grilled chicken, celery, sweet peppers, onion, tossed in spicy roasted tomato cream sauce
Shrimp Remoulade Cobb Salad
Louisiana shrimp, romaine, tomato, apple smoked bacon, chopped boiled egg, sweet corn relish and remoulade dressing
Fried Shrimp & Avocado Po-Boy
crispy fried Gulf shrimp, avocado relish, smoked onion aioli, tomato, and lettuce, with Creole potato salad
3 Course Dinner $45
1st Course
choice of
Alligator Sausage & Seafood Gumbo
Our signature! Creole Country alligator sausage, Louisiana shrimp, cooked down in a rich dark roux with “holy trinity,” served with green onion rice
RFG Chopped Salad
cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled red onions, romaine hearts, shaved Parmesan, creamy peppercorn ranch
Alligator Boudin Balls
3-mustard sauce, seasonal pepper jelly
2nd Course
choice of
Pasta Jambalaya
andouille sausage, grilled chicken, celery, sweet peppers, onion, tossed in spicy roasted tomato cream sauce
Rustic NOLA Shrimp Creole
heirloom tomatoes, fennel, mirliton, celery, onion, bell pepper, basil, served over green onion popcorn rice
Andouille Crusted Mahi Mahi
Southern okra succotash, Louisiana blue crab, tarragon beurre blanc
3rd Course
Praline Sundae
vanilla soft-serve ice cream, candied pecans, housemade praline, and caramel sauce
Signature Double Chocolate Bread Pudding. [add $3.00]
Red Fish Grill is located at 115 Bourbon St. redfishgrill.com
Saint John:
Saint John (715 St. Charles Ave.) is offering two menus for this year’s COOLinary.
- Menus:
- Lunch (Available Monday and Friday only)
- Enjoy a two-course lunch menu for $28 with dishes including Grilled Lamb Lollipops or Veal Parm Poboy and a Root Beer Float or Bread Pudding.
- Dinner (Available Daily)
- Saint John’s dinner menu features three courses for $58. Dishes include Louisiana Seafood & Andouille Gumbo, Rabbit Fricassee, Cioppino and more!
- Lunch (Available Monday and Friday only)
- Reservations: Book reservations via Resy or call the restaurant at 504-381-0385.
- Hours:
- Monday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday & Thursday: 3 – 9 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Monday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
For a full list of participating restaurants, click here.
Salon Salon
In honor of COOLinary turning 21 years old this year, Salon Salon is offering a special featuring guests’ choice of two small plates alongside two classic cocktails for $35 (menu here). This eclectic speakeasy is one of the select few bars participating in COOLinary!
Salon Salon is located at 544 Carondelet St. salonsalonnola.com
Seaworthy
Seaworthy’s three-course COOLinary menu features guests’ choice of Parker House Rolls, Leafy Green Salad or Boquerones for starters; Seaworthy Roll, Smoked Rainbow Trout or Roasted Cabbage for the main course; and to sweeten the deal, dessert options include a Frozen Key Lime Pie or Mississippi Mud Pie. $50/person.
Seaworthy is located at 630 Carondelet St. seaworthynola.com
The Bower
From Aug. 1-31, guests can enjoy a three-course dinner featuring seasonal, chef-driven dishes for $48 (plus tax & gratuity). Start with your choice of first-course flavors like the Lion’s Mane Mushroom Cake with pistachio and hot honey vinaigrette, Crispy Shrimp with a Calabrian chili emulsion, or creamy Whipped Feta with house-pickles and grilled baguette. For the second course, select from standout entrées like Roasted Chicken with tahini and carrot reduction, Peppered Radiatore with smoked trout roe and mushrooms, or a Paneed Pork Loin paired with spicy elote salad and pickled watermelon. End on a sweet note with a decadent Cannoli Budino or summery Watermelon Ice Box Pie with lime, sweet cream and blueberry.
The Bower is located at 1320 Magazine St. www.thebowernola.com.
Tujague’s
Join Tujague’s for COOLinary 2025 and indulge in a specially curated three-course dinner menu available for $48 per person (plus tax & gratuity). Your meal begins with a welcome cocktail—choose between a classic French 75 or the iconic Sazerac. For the first course, enjoy bold starters like French Onion Soup Gratinee Dumplings, or a vibrant Red Wine Pear Salad. The second course offers rich Creole and Southern flavors with options including Pan-Seared Smokey Gulf Fish, Broiled Flat Iron Steak, or a Fried Stuffed Pork Chop with boudin and Creole mustard reduction. Finish on a sweet note with decadent desserts like the Bananas Foster Cream Pie or the Strawberry Pistachio Entremet. Experience the flavors of New Orleans with Tujague’s signature flair—only during COOLinary and only this August. The restaurant will also offer validated parking for diners at three premium parking lots nearby (P401, P402, & P405).
Tujague’s is located at 429 Decatur Street in the French Quarter. tujaguesrestaurant.com.
