New World" is the label Louisiana native Susan Spicer applies to her cooking style, the delicious hallmarks of which include goat cheese croutons with mushrooms in madeira cream, a Bayona specialty, and delightfully flavorful vegetable soups, like Caribbean pumpkin or cream of garlic. The imaginative dishes on the constantly changing menu are served in an early-19th-century Creole cottage that glows with flower arrangements, elegant photographs, and trompe-l'oeil murals of Mediterranean landscapes. A legendary favorite at lunch is the sandwich of smoked duck, cashew butter, and pepper jelly.

Bayona is a spot where you can get Creole dishes and linger with a couple of friends for a while and not feel like you’re part of a large march of tourists (unlike other classic spots like Galatoire's, which turn tables much faster). The courtyard, filled with plants and more cobblestones than a Roman sidestreet, is where you want to be. It feels like your own secret little garden where you can eat duck liver pate, braised rabbit, and fennel and pepper-crusted lamb loin that’s always cooked perfectly.

Every food magazine worth a damn has sung the praises of this cottage restaurant in the French Quarter. Owner and Chef Susan Spicer’s menu changes daily, and you come for the massive, icy Martinis, the perfectly rare lamb rack, and the French Quarter charm of Bayona’s dreamy courtyard—where white tablecloths gleam in the light of Edison bulbs and fragrant jasmine blooms on brick walls.

Opened by chef Susan Spicer in 1990, Bayona is a bonafide institution alongside the city’s other grande dames. Her first—and best—restaurant features a changing menu of Mediterranean-influenced Southern dishes. Signatures like veal sweetbreads, sautéed redfish and peppered-crusted lamb are regularly appearing on the menu.

Bayona is one of our favorite splurges in the Quarter, and a pioneer of the slow-food movement. It’s classy but unpretentious, an all-round fine spot for a meal. The menu changes regularly, but expect fresh fish, fowl and game, prepared in a way that comes off as elegant and deeply cozy at the same time.

This upscale restaurant is housed in a 200-year-old cottage in Old Town and has a great courtyard for outdoor dining. The cuisine is an elegant mixture of local, Mediterranean and Asian. The wine list is excellent too.

I love Bayona, it's just such a beautiful room and delicious food. Galatoire's for traditional old school NOLA experience. Oh, and Commander's Palace, it's old school as well, but just lovely and very special.

Bayona is another one that comes to mind that we ate in without a jacket. I'm sure there are plenty of others(nice, upscale where jacket is NOT required).

Alongside these, visitors will also find stylish restaurants such as Bayona’s and Restaurant August, offering a modern take on local cuisines.

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For 27 years, chef Susan Spicer has pioneered a slow food, local sourcing philosophy, influencing and inspiring fellow chefs and foodies alike from the kitchen of her James Beard Award-winning New Orleans restaurant. Housed in a 200-year-old French Quarter Creole cottage oozing with charm, Bayona infuses Mediterranean and American South flavors into innovative signature dishes, many of which are featured in her acclaimed cookbook, Crescent City Cooking. Order a sweet potato brioche to share, indulge in the luxuriously creamy garlic soup, then savor a local favorite like lightly sautéed redfish with Calabrian chili aioli.

Susan Spicer opened Bayona in the French Quarter in 1990 in a centuries-old cottage complete with a romantic courtyard. A doyenne of all things culinary in New Orleans since the 90s, and now an inductee into the James Beard Who's Who in Food, Spicer's creative take on beignets is chronicled in her Crescent City Cooking: Unforgettable Recipes from Susan Spicer's New Orleans. Better yet, treats like her savory smoked salmon beignets with brandied tomato sauce or sweet cinnamon banana beignets show up on the menu as specials any old time, yet another incentive to dine at this French Quarter gem.

Located in a historic 200-year-old Creole cottage on Dauphine Street, Bayona offers a charming atmosphere and a menu of creative French-inspired cuisine. Some standout dishes include the Duck Liver Pate with house-made pickles and crostini, the most decadent beignets you’ll ever eat, and Fennel Pepper-Crusted Lamb Loin with herbed goat cheese and haricot vert. Chef Susan Spicer is known for using fresh, seasonal ingredients, and the restaurant’s wine list is extensive and carefully curated.

New Orleans is filled with too many wonderful restaurants to name them all — Gautreau’s, Restaurant August, Galatoire’s, Bayona, Brennan’s and R’evolution all came highly recommended from friends and the Soniat House concierge. However, I had my heart set on Irene’s Cuisine after I asked a friend where to go and it was the only place she suggested. I arrived solo, thinking I could perch at the bar, only to discover there is no bar and the wait for a table for one was 45 minutes.

Bayona, located in a 200 year old Creole cottage in the heart of the French Quarter, has been delighting patrons for 25 years with its eclectic menu, extensive wine list, and creative cocktail offerings. Chef Susan Spicer and her team infuse local, seasonal ingredients with flavors from around the world to create innovative dishes that thrill the palate. The charming décor and lush, tropical courtyard provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience.

If I've gone to look at the latest shows at Søren Christensen and Arthur Roger, I'll often walk to Herbsaint, which opened in 2000 with Susan Spicer, chef and owner of Bayona, as co-owner and co-chef. Spicer has since turned her attention back to her original stove, leaving the gifted Donald Link in full control. The room, with its cool green walls and understated bistro furniture, provides the perfect backdrop for Link's gutsy, flavorful dishes.

Bayona, nestled in a charming 200-year-old Creole cottage in the French Quarter, has been a culinary landmark in New Orleans since 1990. Founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Susan Spicer, Bayona offers a unique dining experience that blends global influences with local Louisiana flavors. The restaurant's intimate setting, complete with a lush courtyard, provides a perfect backdrop for both romantic dinners and special celebrations.

Super chef Susan Spicer is the top toque at Bayona where her menu might change regularly, but diners can expect dishes inspired by all corners of the planet with a hint of a Louisianan accent. Seared sea scallops wade in a shallow pool of Gochujang sauce, roasted duck breast in a Pinot jus, and gulf white fish in a luscious green curry are a few standouts that you might find on the menu at this elegant but casual French Quarter spot.

Located in the French Quarter, Bayona has mastered the art of taking beignets to the next level with a rotating specialty beignet menu. 2 of the sumptuous occasional offerings are the smoked salmon beignet, which makes a fabulous starter, and their sweet cinnamon banana beignet for dessert. Open for lunch and dinner, as well as a special Saturday Light Lunch, reservations are highly recommended and the dress is business casual.

JoAnn Clevenger made a comment earlier in the week about which of Susan Spicer’s restaurants to go to, she said that we should “go to Herb Saint, as Bayona doesn’t really have New Orleans food, and Herb Saint does.” By Thursday we were ready for some non-New Orleans food, so we decided to go to Bayona, and we were glad we did. The food has a fabulous Southern flair without being too heavy, and perfectly attentive service.

Regina Keever and Chef Susan Spicer opened Bayona in 1990, and since then it has continued to be one of the most well-loved restaurants in the French Quarter. While the atmosphere at Bayona is cozy and comfortable, each menu item is perfectly prepared and made with fresh, local ingredients. The award-winning food and extensive wine list at Bayona has gained recognition from publications around the world.

Tucked away in a 200-year-old cottage in the French Quarter, Bayona offers a tranquil courtyard for outdoor dining. Chef Susan Spicer’s globally inspired menu, which changes seasonally, is a testament to her creativity and skill. The courtyard, shaded by leafy trees and adorned with flowers, is a peaceful retreat where you can savor dishes like the famous Smoked Duck Sandwich or the Grilled Lamb Loin.

Bayona in the French Quarter offers the experience of eating famously delicious food in a restaurant rich with history, including a memorable visit with a famous guest. “One evening in the French Quarter, Julia Child walked into Bayona, a popular New Orleans restaurant. She was there to try the dishes of Chef Susan Spicer, a rising culinary talent known for her simple yet incredibly flavorful cooking.

If you’re looking for a romantic date night during your New Orleans visit, Bayona should be at the top of your list. Located in the French Quarter, Bayona is set in a cozy, historic Creole cottage with an enchanting courtyard. Whether outside in the courtyard or inside nestled within the fabric-covered walls, you’ll love the blend of fine dining with the comfortable, casual setting.

No one's quite sure how New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp got its name, because it isn't quite barbecue at all. There's no grill involved and the sauce is hardly the smoky-sweet brown stuff you'd expect from a BBQ. If you can get past the estranged moniker, though, you'll discover that barbecue shrimp is one of Creole cuisine's most delicious indulgences.

At her flagship restaurant, Bayona, you’ll find out exactly why she has accumulated so much loyalty and longevity. If you’ve never had sweetbreads before, this is your gateway – gloriously pan-fried and served with with either a lemon caper or sherry mustard butter. And if you’ve had them before, well… you’ll likely not find any better than here.

Chef and owner Susan Spicer opened Bayona in 1990, in a Creole cottage in the French Quarter. A lot has changed about the city since those days, but Bayona remains a steadfast in warm, romantic dining. Take the courtyard, for example, where jasmine blooms up brick walls, Edison bulbs cast a faint glow, and light Jazz issues from hidden speakers.

James Beard notable and Top Chef Susan Spicer has a long list of excellent NOLA restaurants under her belt, but this New American — no, New Louisianan — spot consistently delivers top-notch food and service on a beautiful patio (when weather permits). Everyone talks about the duck sandwich. 430 Dauphine St.New Orleans, LA, 70112+1-504-525-4455

Bayona is a restaurant located in a historic Creole cottage in the French Quarter. Their jambalaya is a unique twist on the classic dish, with a blend of chicken, Andouille sausage, and duck mixed in with the rice. The dish is seasoned with a mix of spices, including cayenne pepper, paprika, and thyme, giving it a bold and savory flavor.

Residing in a Creole cottage built in 1769, Bayona was opened by Chef Susan Spicer in 1990. This restaurant in the heart of the French Quarter brings new twists to traditional flavors. In nice weather, the best seat in the house is the cozy outdoor patio, and the inside tables provide cozy spaces in a not-so-fussy atmosphere.

This gem of a restaurant, tucked away in a 200-year-old Creole cottage, is a taste of old-fashioned French Quarter elegance. With one bite of this exquisitely smoked quail, it’s almost like there aren’t any frat boys pounding Hurricanes outside the window. Alan Samson/Crescent City Jewish News

Bayona is another popular choice for a great romantic dining experience. Located in a 200-year-old Creole cottage in the French Quarter, international food is offered here, and you can always count on delicious and surprising cuisine when eating here.

Tucked away in a 200-year old Creole Cottage on Dauphine Street, Bayona continues to be a hidden gem for fine dining in the French Quarter. Their beautiful courtyard is one of the most beautiful in the city, and it will quickly steal your heart.

This upscale restaurant in Old Town is housed in a 200-year-old cottage with a lovely courtyard for dining al fresco. The cuisine has a blend of regional, Mediterranean, and Asian influences. This is an excellent choice for a special occasion.

We just ate at Vessel’s courtyard for brunch and that was lovely — little brick fountain and all. My faves, though, are the charming, romantic courtyards at The Elysian Bar, The Columns and Bayona.”. – Kim Singletary, Editor Biz New Orleans

Bayona has an intimate and private party space called “The Wine Room”. It is surrounded with hundreds of bottles of wine and can accommodate 16-30 guests at 3 round tables. It is the perfect place for your birthday or anniversary celebratio

– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,578 reviews)– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)– Type of cuisine: French– Price: $$$$– Address: 430 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70112-3406– Read more on Tripadvisor

430 Dauphine StNew Orleans, LA 70112 +1 504 525 4455 Visit Website See Menu Open in Google Maps. Bayona, which debuted in 1990, is a fine-dining restaurant in the historic heart of New Orleans, the French Quarter.

Head for Bayona (430 Dauphine St.), chef Susan Spicer’s flagship restaurant, which serves beautifully plated dishes like Fennel Pepper-Crusted Lamb Loin in a lovely atmospheric setting.

Located in a 200-year old creole cottage on Dauphine Street, Bayona’s menu is full of Louisiana classics and Bayona specialties that will make you fall in love at first bite.

Set in a Creole cottage in the French Quarter, dine inside or outside in a classic historic courtyard with James Beard Award-winning dishes from Chef Susan Spicer.

430 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70112Phone: 504-525-4455 Visit Website. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Bayona Restaurant (@bayonanola)

Bayona - New Orleans - Located in a romantic Creole cottage in the historic French Quarter. Serving lunch and dinner. Reservations required.

Roasted garlic soup, Bayona (430 Dauphine St., New Orleans) When garlic is cooked down a lot, it becomes nutty and wonderful.

For a fancier dinner - Commanders Palace, Bayona, Court of Two Sisters, and Galatoire's are all good - many others....