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 Reviews
Gautreau's
1728 Soniat Street, New Orleans
(504) 899-7397
Choosing a restaurant whose name starts with the letter "G" can be a pretty
good strategy in New Orleans. Gautreau's is a small and quietly elegant
neighborhoodspot filled with locals. Their shirts are starched, but their
accents soften the room. A tourist (especially a Yankee) can be spotted a
mile away. No matter, go anyway – it's worth the risk. Highly-regarded chef
Larkin Selmon held court here for some time, but he's hit the road, leaving
young chef Rob Mitchell to fill his shoes. I'd say he's acquitting himself
well, actually very well. Chef Mitchell's food is Continental, a marriage
of classical French technique with North African, Mediterranean and Asian
influences. Begin your meal with the pan-seared scallops with white truffle
potatoes, braised red cabbage and chive oil. This dish will melt in your
mouth. Continue with the grilled swordfish with a saffron risotto and a
fennel fish fume, or the inspired curry-braised lamb osso bucco with an
almond raisin couscous and a tomato-mint chutney. Have the delectable
flourless chocolate cake for dessert. Owner Patrick Singley's wine
list is carefully chosen and well priced. Dinner only.
– review by Elaine Sosa, freelance food & travel writer
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