Friendly neighborhood joint. Serving sizes ranged from generous (grilled fish) to big enough for two (ribeye steak). Food was nice but not exceptional. Our server was friendly, attentive and efficient. Prices were a little high, but I'd go back.
Onion rings - superb, let alone the delicious entree selections
Not very impressed. The shrimp had a chlorine like taste and smell. The catfish was fried to perfection but had no flavor. The upside was that the service was excellent
I've been several times and I haven't had a bad experience yet. Everything i've tried has been delicious.
My first time there. Really good time. I will go again.
It was my first time there. The orders are big so bring a Appetite. You will need it. Everything was cooked perfect. Service was really friendly
Loud, non-event place, prices are a little high for quality of food. Staff was friendly!
Mandinas used to be one of my favorite places. This last visit, I got a grilled shrimp po-boy. It was okay, nothing spectacular. Two other people in our party got the bruceloni and it was awful. The meat was extremely dry. We will of course go back again hoping that they were just having a bad day. It was very busy and we were there late.
Large portions of good food... definitely split entree
Worst food I ever had in new orleans dont order the fried oysters
Loved it! Had a half n half poboy, half not a full, can't imagine what a full load would be
Amazing food and incredible staff. Highly Recommend
Best Red Beans that I've had in 6 months. Pork chop was a nice deviation from my normal sausage.
Historic local restaurant. Good food & plenty of it.
This is a good local restaurant. The food is a little expensive but everything is good. The po'boys are massive.
I have been going there for over 30 years and I have never been disappointed
This place a has a wonderful true New Orleans atmosphere and friendly servers. The soft shell crab is a must order if you get the chance and of course the bbq shrimp po-boy was an absolute winner! If you get the chance to stop in while in NOLA, you won t be disappointed.
Had the grilled catfish with veggies and potatoes. The fish and green beans were amazing! The potato was bland.
Love going here, love the food. Came here for our rehearsal dinner and they did a great job. Food is delicious!
Delicious New Orleans food! Great employees! Definitely recommend!
Mandina's is a loud, crowded, neighborhood restaurant. One must stand at the bar, because there is no room in its tight quarters for stools. Once we were seated (20-minute wait)I ordered the Grilled Shrimp Salad ($13.50), which was huge and delicious (no negatives), and the couple that joined me ordered a Seafood Platter ($24.95), which did NOT come with a salad, but did come with French Fries. It was loaded with Catfish, Oysters, Shrimp, and a large Crab Ball (which I sampled and thought was extremely good). The lady said she thought the platter was "average", but the husband said he thought it was "very good". I would recommend this restaurant. RJT
Classic nola restaraunt. Seriously loud at times so not a good place if you're looking for a romantic or personable dinner. Lunch is more quiet. Turtle soup is on point.
Waited 30 minutes to be seated and they put us is the crappiest table they have. It was pushed up against a pole and was being braced with a piece of cardboard under one of the legs because the leg was short, making the table tilt. Then we waited another 2 hours to get our food and when asked if we could speak to a manager, they told us there were no supervisors or managers on duty at the time. Are you serious? Don't waste your money here.
Great as always
The very best in New Orleans cooking
Marshall runs a GREAT SHIP
Great people
Great atmosphere
Its like stepping into a old new orleans time capsule
I have been coming here since 1973- I have never had anything but great food and good service. It really seems incredible. For the price better than Antoine's and Commander's. For desert walk over to Brocato's if you want two great new orleans experiences at one meal.
You sign in and than they 10 people go ahead of us. This is one of my favorite restaurants but service had been slipping
The food is fresh and well seasoned. I loved the atmosphere and the staff was excellent. The only reason for 3 stars is the preparation of the shrimp. They do not devein the shrimp which I can't understand in such a nice restaurant.
Always a treat to eat here when visiting. Great service and food.
A NOLA staple! Best turtle soup in the country (no lie) if you get anything get the turtle soup. Portions are huge, servers are awesome!
Great food and family atmosphere!! Listen... you pay for what you get!!! Huge amounts of delicious food! Come hungry and leave happy
Great food, especially the turtle soup. Fantastic service.
Amazing GUMBO. LARGE portions. Exactly what I came to New Orleans for. So good went there twice!
Food was good, not perfect. Great onion rings but shrimp was too cold when it was brought out. Waitress was busy and we had to ask for things more than once.
Got a shrimp poboy. It was phenomenal. Gumbo was perfect. But the best thing was eggplant. You got to get it. 5 star all the way
Friendly staff, great food, and the portion size was huge. Our waitress was from Minnesota too!!!
Awesome...had the eggplant and seafood stuffing...service is incredible...spotlessly clean...beautiful bar...
Creole Magic!!
Have made this a regular stop in every trip to NOLA. Was referred here by a local and have never looked back.
I have yet to be disappointed by any dish here, but I'm especially keen on the catfish and the GUMBO.
Outstanding!!
Food tasted good, but the use of some bottom shelf ingredients was evident in the finished product. Shrimp was excellent, so was the veal, but the pasta tasted like Dollar General pasta
Not sure how this place is 4.4 stars but I was highly disappointed. Portions were massive but lacked any good flavor. For me, it was a waste of money.
Everything is good here but stuffed bell peppers are the best on Wednesdays !
A little overrated in my opinion. Probably a far better than average restaurant if you live in the Midwest. But, not New Orleans.
Grilled shrimp meal was great. James provided excellent service.
I don't understand the 5 star reviews. Canned peas? Canned green beans? The portions are healthy but the flavors are nothing notable. There's so much great food in New Orleans, why spend a meal here?
Classic old New Orleans neighborhood restaurant--a time capsule with great food.
I don't think you'd be dissapointed with any of the food here. We had the crawfish cakes, turtle soup, gumbo, and shrimp poboy and they were all amazing! The service was very friendly and prompt, food came right out. Would definitely recommend
This is a good option away from the FQ and CBD that always has great food and service! We had a group of 8 there during the Essence Fest and everyone enjoy their meal. I went with the waiters rec on the fresh gulf fish topped off with crawfish etouffe that was amazing! But I have been here several times and always walked out full and happy! It's def worth a try!
Had the catch of the day pontchartrain and it wasn t so good. Small portion of fish over dark dressing like substance that was supposed to contain crab - yuck! In back room and extremely loud. Hard to hear anyone speak.
A go-to must if you're in New Orleans! Authentic as authentic gets! Can't wait to come back
Red beans and rice was cold. I was surprised this was more of an Italian restaurant. The meatballs and spaghetti looked good. Gumbo ok
Best value for a bowl of gumbo. Waiter not familiar with menu or what was sold out or types of fish. Great old school atmosphere.
All I can say is,
This is my spot when I come to NOLA!!
Turtle Soup!!
Mmmmmmmm!!
a very rude waitress. we were not greeted or felt welcomed from the beginning. if tourist are not welcomed. why be open on Mardi gras weekend. prices seemed high for the horrible service.
We visited Mandinas on a Sunday afternoon at 12-big mistake. The place was busy and we were told it was a 25 minute wait so we gladly put our name on the list and went to sit on the benches out front. Finally after 40 min the hostess realized that she had skipped us and we were seated in a relativity empty back section.
On Sunday there is a special menu that basically consists of home-cookin for an outrageous price $18-25 for fried chicken and peas.
The food was too salty and was nothing to write home about. Then when our bill for 2 came in over $50 we were told that it was cash only which of course led to an ATM fee at the in house ATM.
PS our waiter was a goof, very unprofessional.
As I said. NEVER AGAIN.
I love Mandina's and have been going there for years! That being said, the last 4 times that I went for dinner they were out of softshell crab which is one of their main specials. 3 out of those 4 times they were also out of oysters. I realize theres a seafood shortage right now, but you wouldn't expect them to consistently run out by 6 o'clock in the evening at a popular dinner spot! Their food is delicious, when you can get it!
Great Italian restaurant with traditional plates and seafood offerings. They have been around for a long time and it is easy to taste why. Solid restaurant with old time appeal, not noisy for the size crowd. A definite staple of New Orleans dining experience.
Mandina's is a local restaurant for locals that cooks local-inspired food. The trout almandine is probably the signature, but everything is tasty. However, don't plan on doing anything bold after, because the meal is serious, and it's a bit heavy if you are not ready for all the deliciousness that makes its way to your plate.
Great staff and great food. It is a traditional NewOrleans place
Great Food! This is one of the best places for Red Beans and Rice anywhere in the city!!! We always have leftovers for the next day.
Not knowing quite what to expect, my daughter, wife and I went to Mandina's early afternoon this Sunday, 5/31. We were pleasantly surprised to find the old place was just as wonderful as ever.
We were seated without delay in the main dining room, which had most of its tables removed, to honor the 6-foot spacing requirement. Attendance was modest in the early afternoon -- a little past 2 PM. The service was up to its usual high standard; Melissa waited on our party hand and foot, bless her.
My wife had only a light appetite, and she went with the crab claws in wine sauce. My daughter ordered the chicken parmesan, while I had a cup of seafood gumbo and the Gulf fish amandine. All were excellently prepared, with generous portions and were thoroughly delicious. Melissa was most attentive during our meal, and saw to our every want.
All in all, our visit made for a very pleasant afternoon -- a brief return to the new normal, which still includes many of the delights of the old normal. Mandina regulars should not tarry -- but hurry back to enjoy this quintessential New Orleans dining experience. You will not be disappointed.
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