Cafe Degas

Lovely little neighborhood joint. It's obviously attracting people from the greater New Orleans area. Excellent French menu with some hard to find items in the US ( headchease, some salads, boudin etc.). Very lovely place with a very nice ambiance. Not too noisy. The only two disappointments were the Louisiana fried oysters and the server, who would have been best replaced with our helpful and attentive busboy

No waiting for patio on a Saturday was nice, though it was about 4:30. Steak was nice size, but not quite medium rare as requested. A little over around the edges. Yellowfin was the same, a little past lightly seared as well. Additions were good and good sized portions. Wine was properly chilled and kept that way during dinner which was nice. Light on the selection of rums, with only one besides the well one. Drinks were good balance though, with appropriate liquor in them. Server was attentive and well groomed, with good knowledge of offerings. Prices a little high for the entree's, but maybe the location on esplanade demands that Patio seating was well lit, but not too bright, nice for dinner, mosquitoes were ravenous and usual this time of year. Would return for another evening on the patio or a lunch. Good came out quickly as expected, and was enjoyable.

Absolutely loved our dinner date here! Easy to make an online reservation and the interior is very charming. The food came out very quickly and everything was fantastic. We especially enjoyed our roasted duck with wild rice and fruits- probably one of the best duck dishes I've had in my life. The roasted quail salad was also delicious and the crawfish ravioli great. Their haply hour menu looks like a great time too, and I hear their brunch is also popular. Absolutely looking forward to future visits! :)