Atmosphere: Royal Café has been a French Quarter favorite for many years. You`ll be able to take in the view of Royal Street from many seats here. The restaurant`s overall structure was influenced by European architecture. The establishment has an elegant and classic early 1800`s European style décor. The interior is accented by warm tones, enhanced by antiques and flowers and plants, and the lighting is by the glow of candle flame. The place is accented with antiques, and the use of elegant fabrics compliment the overall look and feel.

The establishment has several dining rooms with seating for 55+ people. It is luxurious and romantic and patroned by all kinds of people. Table talk is no problem here - noise level is unobtrusive.

More Reasons to Go: The live piano adds to the ambience at this restaurant on 6 nights a week. Royal Café is appropriate (if not ideal) for impressing clients, birthdays, anniversaries, other romantic evenings, groups and private parties. When weather permits, enjoy seating outside on the balcony.

Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner. The cuisine here is influenced by Nouvelle French cuisine and Creole specialties. Recipes have been considered spicy, elegant and fresh. Some of the more popular menu items here at Royal Café include: Bayou Gumbo, barbecued baby back ribs, Louisianna crab cakes, French Bistro pastries.

A full selection of alcoholic beverages are served, and you`ll find that there is a superb wine list with vintage options. In addition, the facility has a lounge inside.

Notable Mention: Winner of the 1997 ``Best Wine List`` - FOOD & WINE MAGAZINE.

``Our favorite spot was the Royal Cafe ... we returned the next day, by unanimous consent, and all ordered the identical meal again`` - CHICAGO SUN-TIMES; ``Best Restaurant for providing an unforgettable dining experience in the New Orleans area`` - WHERE MAGAZINE; ``A fantastic romantic dining experience! ... Royal Cafe offers the unique mix of fabulous food with a fabulous view`` - THE NEW ORLEANS VIGNETTE

Of Interest: The Royal Cafe captures the ambiance of a French corner bistro of the 18th century. Six sets of French doors stand open under lace French windows, allowing you to experience the French Quarter as you dine.

Frequently outside performers enchant with renditions of jazz played in the streets. The first floor dining room, with artwork, mirrors and mantle, comfortably seats fifty five guests. Candles twinkle on tables with roses in vases as pianist Mr. Roddy Barnes plays a selection of New Orleans classics.

The lace-work balcony dining is a popular attraction to the cafe. Dining on this magnificent balcony, experiencing the French Quarter from this vantage point, is an experience you will never forget. The view down world-famous Royal Street with it`s gas lights and old world charm, takes the diner back to another century.

Details to Note: Reservations are accepted. Carryout is available. Smoking is permitted in smoking areas. Children are welcome.

Tips on Finding: Located inside historic LaBranche house, close to Rev. Zombie`s House of Voodoo, on the corner of Royal & St. Peter

Hours of Operation: Lunch served daily 11am - 4pm
Dinner served daily 5:30pm - 10pm