Dooky Chase Restaurant
2301 Orleans Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
About the Dooky Chase Restaurant
Dooky Chase Restaurant, located at 2301 Orleans Avenue in New Orleans, Louisiana, is a historic institution that has been serving authentic Creole cuisine since 1941. Originally a sandwich shop and lottery ticket outlet, Dooky Chase's has evolved into a beloved family restaurant in the Treme neighborhood. Founded by Emily and Dooky Chase, Sr., the restaurant quickly became a hub for music, entertainment, civil rights, and culture in New Orleans.
Despite facing challenges such as Hurricane Katrina, Dooky Chase's has remained a staple in the community and continues to be family owned and operated. The Chase Family takes pride in serving a diverse clientele, including regular customers, tourists, politicians, musicians, artists, and literary figures. The restaurant has even had the honor of hosting notable guests such as Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, Hank Aaron, Ernest Gaines, and Quincy Jones.
Reservations are highly recommended at Dooky Chase's, as seating may be limited without them. The restaurant also supports the community through The Edgar "Dooky" Jr. & Leah Chase Family Foundation. Experience the rich history and delicious flavors of Creole cuisine at Dooky Chase Restaurant.
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2301 Orleans Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, United States
Opening hours of Dooky Chase Restaurant
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
11:00 - 15:00
Wednesday:
11:00 - 15:00
Thursday:
11:00 - 15:00
Friday:
17:30 - 21:00
Saturday:
17:30 - 21:00
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews of Dooky Chase Restaurant
"So delicious and enjoyable, we had to visit 2 times in 2 days! Definitely a must visit when in New Orleans! Amazing gumbo, red beans and rice & fried chicken."
"My wife and I had lunch here and it was fantastic. She got the red beans and rice with fried chicken, I had the shrimp Clemenceau, with some a la carte dark meat fried chicken and we shared a side of the baked macaroni. Also had a couple cocktails that were very reasonably priced. The fried chicken is totally worth the hype but don’t sleep on their other items. I can’t wait to go back to try the rest of what they offer."
"This place really lives up to the hype! They served me tender, flavorful, ever so slightly spicy, juicy yet not greasy fried chicken. Plus the red beans and rice were the best I've ever had by far! Also the fresh made lemonade perfectly complimented my meal. I was a bit surprised that the chicken creole seemed rushed because the meat was tough, but the jambalaya they paired it with was so delicious, especially the sausage. The atmosphere was so cozy and engaging with wall to wall art. If you're looking for authentic home cooked southern comfort food, you found the best of the best! Just be sure to get a reservation before you go."
"It was an honor to dine in a space with so much civil rights, family, and culinary history. The atmosphere was reverent but welcoming and familial. The service was friendly and attentive. The food was magnificent; beautifully cooked, perfectly seasoned. The home style recipes have clearly been perfected over the generations, and you could taste that. The crab soup was stunning - deep, rich, and spicy, with just enough salty seafood notes. The fried chicken - chef’s kiss. The seafood platter was truly enjoyable, perfectly and lightly fried, not at all greasy or heavy. The Chicken a la Dooky was a gem of a dish. I had very high hopes for this meal and Dooky Chase’s not only delivered, they exceeded."
"Best damn gumbo. The layers of flavor in every dish were incredible. Awesome fried chicken. The bread pudding had coconut in it, which was a surprise. The okra was perfection in the chicken creole, but the white meat in it was too dry. I’d get the shrimp creole instead. The garlic bread was just meh but I would love to return and try more things on the menu. Make reservations far in advance."
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