Mother's Restaurant

401 Poydras St, 70130-3207 - New Orleans
€€ American Cajun & Creole
★★★★★ ★★★★★
79/100
22877 recommendations

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79/100
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22,877 total reviews
Tripadvisor
4.0/5
8,924 reviews
Google
4.2/5
13,940 reviews
Foursquare
3.5/5
1 reviews
Facebook
4.0/5
7 reviews
Food network
4.0/5
5 reviews
🚚 Delivery 🥡 Takeout 🍽️ Dine-in 🍺 Alcohol 🍷 Wine 📅 Reservations Wheelchair accessible Accessible restroom 😊 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👥 Good for groups

💬 What people say

Gumbo 537 Red beans and rice 452 Jambalaya 426 Etouffee 287 Debris 283 Crawfish 231 Cheese grits 92 Turnip 87

Contact Information

📞 Phone: +1 504-523-9656
📍 Address: 401 Poydras St, New Orleans

🕐 Opening Hours

Closed
Monday1 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday2 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday3 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday4 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday5 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday6 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday7 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Google Reviews (10)

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Xuechen Zhu

a day ago
★★★★★ 5/5
No check-in. Just wait in a line outside the restaurant. But we waited for just several minutes. The food has been cooked and served quickly to order. The ham is smoked well and tasty. Many famous persons’ photos are hanged on the wall. It seems to me that they all ever tried the food. Affordable price.
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B Joseph

5 days ago
★★★★☆ 4/5
Just visiting and looked up restaurants near me. Found this place with an interesting menu. Decided to try. Ordered the combo meal and fried catfish. Very good. I would definitely return. The service was excellent. Finished with a Pecan pie and brownie. Next time will try the gumbo and a cup of rice/beans. Enjoy!
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Arizona Mom

a week ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Best breakfast we've had in New Orleans by far. The darn ham cracklings are so good and so was the shrimp 🍤 and cheesy grits! Oh and don't forget to eat a piece of sweet potato pie! 😋 We are going back tonight for another piece of 🥧
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Asic Chen

2 weeks ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Favourite diner near the convention centre for a quick lunch. Enjoyed their fried shrimp, fried oysters, gumbo, … Everything is quite good, really. Bread pudding is amazing! There’s lots of space in the back for larger parties too.
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Jose Miguel Longo

2 weeks ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Mother's is a great lunch spot if you're looking for quick New Orleans traditional food. It was my last day in New Orleans and I wanted to enjoy food from a place that is well known for it's lunch but creole flavors. Mother's offers a lot and I promise you, you will not leave hungry. I a staple to the Big Easy be sure to try their famous ham and Po'Boy sandwich. You won't regret it.
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Ash

a month ago
★★★★☆ 4/5
We had a quick lunch bite here while in town for a conference. I was impressed with so many the gluten free options clearly marked on the menu. Our table sampled several things. The table agreed the jambalaya was our favorite. It’s worth a stop if you’re in the area and the line isn’t too long (though it does move quickly). There are plenty of extra tables in the back rooms.
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Martin Heenan Jr

a month ago
★★★★★ 5/5
There will be a wait outside but, be patient and prepare to loosen your belt and enjoy some of the finest food around!! The Ferdi sandwich is beyond awesome!! Their fried chicken is cooked perfectly; a light, crispy batter with a hint of black pepper! Biscuits as big as softballs!! BREAD PUDDING, OH YES!!
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Brad Curtis

a month ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Just had the most incredible dining experience at this gem of a restaurant! 😍 From the moment I walked in, I was captivated by the rich history on display through the walls adorned with autographed celebrity photos. 🌟For my meal, I indulged in some seriously mouthwatering dishes! 🍽️ Starting with crayfish etife, which was an absolute delight - bursting with flavor and freshness. The red beans and rice had the perfect blend of spices, and the potato salad was a creamy dream! 🦞🍚🥔And dessert? Oh my, I couldn't resist the temptation of a giant blueberry muffin. Each bite was like a warm hug from the kitchen, filled with homemade love and comfort. 😋💙Despite a long line, the service was top-notch, and the wait moved surprisingly fast. 🏃‍♀️ The staff here are just as warm and inviting as the food, making this place an absolute must-visit. 🙌If you're looking for a culinary experience that combines rich history, incredible flavors, and a friendly atmosphere, this restaurant is a definite winner! 🌟🍴
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Katherine M

2 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
This was our first stop in town and it did not disappoint!! The line was out the door and it was well worth the wait! So much rice which I love and those grits were out of this world!! So glad we came here hopefully we’ll make it back before we leave. The catfish sandwich was perfect and the Bloody Mary wasn’t thick and a good amount of spice.
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Kris Schweighardt

5 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
So delicious! This was our first time visiting and thoroughly enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend. The service was great. Finding a table was no problem. We enjoyed every part of our visit. The fried chicken was delicious! Excellent Po Boy! The side of fries is a meal by itself. Don't forget to get some bread pudding. You can't go wrong eating here
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