Paul Bobo
Wow, blown away by our lunch here.
We arrived at 1330 without a reservation and they managed to squeeze us in as the last table before the kitchen closed, it was definitely worth the 45 minute wait.
Food was outstanding, everything from the fried turkey necks, fried Green Tomato sandwich, Gumbo, blackened Catfish. We loved everything.
Unsweet tea was delicious and served with a slice of lemon just how I like it.
Staff were so friendly, some of the best hospitality I've experienced in New Orleans.
It was incredible value for money, most of the entrees were around 12 dollars.
Already looking to return to work through more of the menu.
Yoshikazu Miyano
We visited creole-style restaurant twice in December 20th and 21st. Unlike regular restaurants, this is aiming at training students aw well as supporting community.
This is the restaurant that served the most delicious dishes among ones we visited in New Orleans. Even in South Bay of San Francisco we currently live in, we can not find such a restaurant because most of restaurant detest complicated processes increasing costs.
Mer P
This place is truly special! Heard about it from the NYTimes. Did a walk in and there was about a 30 minute wait. It was totally worth it. Their mission and community based drive is admirable. And the food - wow!!! Large portions, seasoned well. Big smiles from everyone eating around me in the restaurant as well. Had the fried catfish with crawfish sauce, mac & cheese and collard greens.
Nick Moretina
Busy little cafe in the heart of the city. Nice program going on here for troubled and disadvantage youth. We were greeted by polite teens when we entered, presented with a delicious meal, and were highly impressed with the workings of the operation. The restaurant was full of people from a wide variety of backgrounds. There were blue collar city workers, business people, retired people, tourists, and even high ranking officials. I had the grilled portobello with sweet potato fries, collard greens, and watermelon lemonade, my wife ordered a shrimp po' boy. The food was perfect and savory. There were even leftovers we offered to a homeless guy when we left. Nice spot with noble intentions. Recommending this place to everyone I know going to the garden district. Thank you for what you're doing for the community.
Anandi Premlall
Wonderful and attentive staff. They made such delicious meals! I didn't feel rushed even though it was a very busy afternoon. Lucy was such a treat to have as our server.
I devoured the La Catfish, blackened, with greens, mac and cheese, along with watermelon lemonade, and pineapple upside-down cake.
Overall, Café Reconcile has an excellent training program for young people and we need more establishments like this around the country.
Kirstie My
I come here often. Today was my first time trying the salmon. D E L I C I O U S!!!!! It’s my new favorite entree!! The sweet potato soufflé is another fave. The people next to us said they eat the Turkey necks every Friday a d they’re delish, too. The fried catfish is also a winner. I support this organization and the youth they help. Don’t expect 5 star service bc they’re in training and LEARNING. Be patient, relax, and eat here!!
Roberto Hannibal
I absolutely love this place. The staff is great and there is enty of seating and parking. But most important the food is incredible! I can't tell you how much we have been talking about this spot. The turkey necks are insane. I can't wait to come back!
dana tomlin
Highly recommend. The flavor of the food was 👩🍳💋 I had the fried catfish & my wife had the white bean/shrimp special. Sooooo good! You can tell they are learning the ropes so go in with that expectation for service. I saw several people coaching in the moment....what a great way to get on the job training. Tip well! They are all working hard!
Anthony Cook
If it's open (limited days and hours) do yourself a favor and go inside! Excellent experience and you're helping the community.
adam bachmann
Getting some amazing food at Cafe Reconcile, a really neat place where they "transform the lives of young adults by encouraging personal growth, providing workforce development and training, and equipping young people with tools to achieve their potential." Highly recommend.
Food portions were amazing for the cost. Absolutely loved the gumbo. The burger was spectacular, didn't even need dress it with anything else. The rice and beans was so filling. Didn't realize it came with sausage, else I wouldn't have ordered a side of it! Sooo filling.
Will be back again soon.
Fred Bartley
Lucy, and Outee our waiters were excellent. Lucy,an enterprising entrepreneur himself, was excellent. The food is second to none. We will be back to visit Lucy’s restaurant that he dreams of in 2 years. Bravo! Great establishment and even better service. The Reconcile starts dreams and fulfills them. They just happen to have great food!
John Boronkas
Where to even start?? The premise behind this place is to teach and mentor youth. Add to that the food is amazing and you can see how they are a success... I highly recommend coming in for a meal, the catfish plate was fantastic and the jalapeño cornbread should not be missed! My wife had the fried green tomato sandwich with the sweet potato crumble, another great dish... Stop and meet the friendly and helpful staff, you wont be disappointed!
Perso Natalie
The entree and dessert, when I went, was on a 4 star level with overly sweet lemonade. The staff are local high school students. Though the staff are young, I would not recommend you bring kids 6th grade and younger. The food is delicious and their palate would waste the experience. The prices are not similar to a 4 star restaurant around the French Quarter, but range from $10-$18 per person including a dessert. I believe gratuity is added, but it goes towards the continuation of the restaurant.
Layout was clean, spacious and nice.
If you want to know if a person you are dating can get along with youth - depending on if you plan to have kids, be an aunt/uncle, or spend part of your life benefiting or guiding youth - take them here. Breakfast not offered and not always opened so check ahead.
Gopal R
Had the fried tomato sandwich. Very tasty but a bit heavier than I thought it would be, so I couldn't finish it, which is rare for me. Relaxed atmosphere. Funky part of town that looks like it's changing rapidly.
Joel Easley (Jeasley)
This is a must eat while in New Orleans.
The food will blow your mind. It's so good
It is not owned by one person but a board of people and the cuisine is black inspired and everything from food to plating is exceptional.
carmen medina
A restaurant with a mission serving honest, well-prepared New Orleans creole food. The restaurant employs at-risk young men and women from the transitioning neighborhood. Excellent chicken gumbo, smothered chicken and cabbage, peach cobbler, etc etc.
Angel “Angel-Yaya”
Been there many times, and I leave wanting wanting to try more dishes. Service is absolutely amazing. There’s young people in there who really want to learn who really want to make sure you get the best experience and they give you the best experience. Tuesday is my favorite because of the way the chicken is smothered and put over rice; I crave it.
Laura Barreto
Visiting Reconcile is by far one of the best experiences of our trip to New Orleans. We found out about it because of Anthony Bourdain's show and the story behind its existence is beautiful, we wanted to go just for the cause in itself, but we were happily overwhelmed by the food. It was AMAZING, the seasoning of the food, the presentation of the plates, the service of the staff and I cannot emphasize it enough: THE TASTE OF THE FOOD is incredible. The prices are great as well, the three of us had big meals and dessert all for 53 dollars. I would recommend it to whoever visits New Orleans and encourage to find out the story behind the place, get involved with it and support the project because the outcome is astonishing.
Terry Carter
Saying the food was flavorful would not express how full of flavor the food was. Do not come here in a hurry because it's not gonna happen. Check out their website and you'll have plenty of grace for the wonderful people serving and working to get better at life and relationships (the truly important things). If I could eat here every day, I would!
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