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Jack Dempsey's Restaurant

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Seafood restaurant

738 Poland Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117, United States

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Bumble Bee Productions

Talk about an amazing place to relive old New Orleans. The willing service with a smile. The food to die for and the ambiance of what was once New Orleans very own. Met with the owner today and just enjoyed listening to her. Although in a challenging and blighted area since Hurricane Katrina and the closure of the Military installation across the street there remains a beacon of old New Orleans and music scene. Support these places so we both don’t starve…

Princess Collection

The chicken was decent, could’ve been a little juicier. The flavor of the chicken was good, just really dry. Toast was REALLLLY soggy, almost wet. macaroni was lukewarm, I’m not sure why it wasn’t hot. it was mildly busy, but the wait wasn’t too long. Id return, i’d just get something different next time.

Geoffrey Brantner

A birthday party of 10, the last of us arrived very late, which pushed things 15-20 minutes beyond their normal closing time. Yet, they were patient and wonderfully courteous throughout. The food ranged from delicious to spectacular, with everyone enjoying their meal. The prices were more than reasonable for the meal we enjoyed. Overall, a most excellent experience.

Terri Elder

Great little gem in New Orleans!! We stopped by for a late lunch. We got 1/2 a catfish po boy with gumbo and we had to try their famous Mac and cheese. Everything was delicious and the staff was great!!!

Jonathan “Nawlins bowler” Mason

An Ole Time Favorite still great, at least for seafood. Fried Seafood platter is great, I think they can give you more then 4 Oysters on your plat for the price! I also think they should allow people to try another side besides Gumbo because it's not so good. The Char grilled Oysters are just okay, Fried Calamari is pretty darn good as well. Haven't tried their steak but I'm thinking about it.

Edward

Great food and service with a warm welcome. Everything was delicious! Packing in the rear of the restaurant. Don't let the road improvements keep you away.

Garth Riopelle

Incredibly great food! The grilled oysters were the best! I also had the fried shrimp poor boy! Excellent food in a comfortable environment. Wish I lived in New Orleans as I would love to eat their again!

Ms. M.

I have not been to Jack Dempsey's in many, many years. I recall that the food was always good, however, on this visit, the highlight was the service👍. Our food server was fantastic. And even though she didn't eat seafood 😁, she was able to provide us with information and ensure that our dining experience was fantastic! I would highly recommend it. It was a slow, rainy l, short service day so that made the eating experience extra cozy. The only feedback around the food that I would recommend would be more cheese on the macaroni Zitti and a more baked preparation. I remember visiting in the past and it was always extra Stretchy cheesy and the Zitti slightly crusty. Other than that, everything was great :)

Terrence King

A local favorite that's located off the beaten path. If you are in town and you want to get away from The French Quarters and try something different. Well this is the place. The staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. The food was cooked perfectly. Fresh, hot and cooked to order. You can't go wrong choosing Jack Dempsey's Restaurant.

Kristi Schulze

Not my favorite. The appetizers were great, our redfish and lobster were not good. Everyone else ( 5 others) enjoyed their meals. Our redfish was replaced with the flounder and that was better. Staff was friendly and accommodating, offering to replace our meals. Desserts were all delicious.

Phil Marino

classic New Orleans seafood restaurant... I often go for the daily lunch special... The catfish is my favorite. Even a half order of onion rings is hefty. (Try those dipped in the remoulade sauce)

Joseph Cavera

Solid spot for seafood. Bread pudding was a bit lacking (raisins? Grosss), but service and sangria were on point! Good family vibe, very attentive service. Veal po boy sandwich was solid too.

Jonathan Gwaltney

Get their crab. It's amazing. Our service was very attentive as well. A lowkey, no-frills kind of place. Wasn't a huge fan of the crawfish cakes, but everything else made up for it.

Irina Nola

I love Jack Dempsey's, we go there occasionally and the food and service is always great. I am so glad they finally open after the lockdown, but you need a reservation for now, we got lucky as there was a table available - they have to space people due to the coronavirus. The portions are huge, you can easily split a plate, we got chicken and red fish mix with a salad , and it was enough for 2 people. Very nice and enjoyable local hangout.

Rosemarie DiSalvo

I love this place! This is where the locals go and I understand why. The food is delicious and they serve large portions at reasonable prices. The softshell crabs were fat and cooked to perfection, (Big thanks to our chef, John Wayne). The stuffed flounder was tasty and the 3 pounds of crawfish kept us busy for hours. We had the nicest, most attentive server, who kept our glasses full and never made us feel rushed. This was one of my favorite places in NOLA.

Quita Mack

I'll try another time. The food I ordered was alright. The fried seafood looked and smelled amazing. I'm trying it next.

Ken Blalock

If you like good, fresh, no frills seafood, this is your place. My dad wanted stuffed flounder, like he could get when he went to Tulane in the early 60’s. This was one of the few restaurants I could find that had it on the menu. We split a dozen char grilled oysters. They were right sized, plump and of course delish. Dad got his stuffed flounder which he thoroughly enjoyed. I ordered the seafood platter which way by far the largest amount of food I have ever had on a seafood platter. The shrimp and oysters were plentiful and they gave me TEN pieces of fish. I couldn’t eat it all. No report on desert, there was no room for it. Service was great too.

Peter Brady

Great local place for some classic New Orleans fare. Enjoyed the chargrilled oysters, frog legs and a stuffed crab po'boy last time I was there.

Christina Sensei Barré

Quick lunch with the Ladies. Wasn't crowded so that was a plus. Good food and portion size was perfect.

Jim Stinger

Great meal, had the charbroiled Redfish with fries and a cup of gumbo. Very friendly and attentive staff, they did everything well!

Traveling Goose

Okay so I was absolutely blown away by this place, the flavors were absolutely amazing, not to mention the best service! The seasoning on everything, the batter for the onion rings, it was all incredible and I couldn’t imagine a single complaint!

Mrs. Brown

The food is great!!!! The only thing I did not agree with was the 35 cent charge for takeout. I was not told in advance about charge.

Timothy Morgan

wonderful food and not filled with tourists, has a home grown feel and the food was home style. Not super expensive and a true NOLA food choice. If you want to get out of the tourist area, come here. Not a huge ways away, but worth the Uber. Also has a few things nearby to do so it isnt a one and done, a nice wine place right next door. Highly suggest for some gumbo and various other NOLA originals.

Ms Honest Traveler

Pretty good IT has been a whi6since my last visit and they didn't disappoint. However they could put more oysters (4) on the seafood platter and allow to substitute the gumbo for something else. The gumbo wasn't good. Everything else was good.

frenchel pannell

Very nice service. Supper Seafood Platter was delightful. Crab meat Augratin was very savory. I enjoyed the onion rings, which were hot and fried to perfection. Great 1st social distancing restaurant experience.

Angel Wassie

Historical little spot. Definitely drive or uber over. Make sure to call ahead for availability. Can't split checks so make sure you like who you take with you 😊

J Estrada

Jack Dempsey's was an interesting experience. It's located somewhere inside the 9th circle of hell. I was quite relieved to make it to the entrance without getting mugged. However, once I was safely inside, I felt instantly at peace. This is a no frills kind of place; you get in, you eat, and then you get the hell out. The food was damn good, though. My wife loved her bowl of gumbo and the stuffed crab balls. My stuffed crab po boy hit the spot, as well. I would definitely come back.

Yuri Johnson

This place got all the goods. I was recommended to go here and I wasn't disappointed. I ordered the frog legs and oyster platter with a side of fries. Nearly $40 of goodness

Joshua Cousin

Considering, my whole life i heard of this place. I ate there for the first time and had a good meal. GUMBO was a side item.

Brandi Shanley

I got the stuffed flounder and omg it was SO GOOD! It was even enough for me to have for lunch the next day also AND it was STILL SO VERY GOOD the next day too! Our waiter was a very nice young gentleman and very attentive to our needs without us having to ask for things! Will absolutely be visiting again!

Brian McMahan

This amazing jewel is hidden away deep in NOLA. Definitely recommend the gumbo and the red fish Pontchartrain. Staff was amazing as was the food. This is a must stop for your trip to New Orleans

Vic Gallegos

Amazing food and service. You better come extra hungry, because the portions are massive. Some of the best food I've ever had! These pictures are the food we had left over after we ate!

Foodie One and two

Everything was top nthis month..our new #1..the best!!! No questions!! Everything..otch.Now # 1 September, 2022.still #1 for oysters char broiled!! No one even close!! Great service, as always. Ambiance 10. The best in the city right now!!

Nicole Grace-Franklin

Yum yum! All this food for such a great price! Mac and cheese me please! Crab balls are a must, along with the delicious fish and shrimp.

Aly

The food has always been amazing! A little tight most times in space but the food is sooooo worth it. With the pandemic it's spaced out but be ready for a wait or go early on a weekday but nights wear comfortable shoes.

Johanna Boyd

For some reason the fish was so thin and the onion rings was fried to hard oh the Mac wasn't the same n the whole seafood platter wasn't good what the crab balls was don't know probably different cooks but wasn't the jack Dempsey I was craving for sorry hands down

Angela Dumont

Nice atmosphere.off the main Bourbon st.seen .didn't like the gumbo tasted like it came from a can. Its off the main drag take buss #5from down town.

Brandy Stephens

I had the blackened redfish for lunch and it was delicious. The service was excellent too. My friend had the stuffed trout and said it was excellent too. I will be back.

Andrea Bennett

The drinks are to die for! You leave with your belly full and feeling good. I had the blacken chicken with fries okra and it was delish. Nice place for dinner and drinks.

Mama Moore

I love, love, love this place great dishes. I enjoy the stuff flounder, I'm drooling 🤤 Everything is soooooo gooooood

Lexy W

In town visiting. Tried this place based on a recommendation and it didn't disappoint. It's tucked away in a neighborhood, small with suitable parking. Everything we tried was delicious. We did to go so we ordered from the bar. Bartender was friendly and had good conversation while we waited. Will try again.

Isaac Belonga

This is an excellent place for a business meal, date outing, family dinner, or solitary dining. Servings are generous, excellently cooked, and contrary to online price ratings very economical for what is served. Limited parking. Great staff.

Laura Heckman

Our party had the veal cutlet platter, catfish and crawfish half&half, catfish and shrimp half&half, chicken po'boy and bread pudding for dessert. It was all wonderful! Great quick service! Friendly staff!

Lynn McWilliams

Fantastic food and a very fabulous staff interaction.

Beatrice Norwood

Food here is excellent never let's me down. Love this place

khaled dajani

Besides getting our order wrong, the food was good. Onion ring appetizer was goid. I got the shrimp and oyster Po boy undressed and did my sauces on the side. I'd go back to try their seafood platters.

will comtois

Excellent place to eat

Felicia Evans

First time trying them out. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The best onion rings in town!!! I had the seafood platter with Mac and cheese. Everything was seasoned to perfection!!! The portions were huge. You definitely get your monies worth. The sangria was the best I've had since leaving Texas.

Vic Gallegos

The food at this place is absolutely amazing. The portions are huge. So make sure you're hungry. Highly recommended!!

Dawn Camble

Food was great! Definitely a great place to get away from all the hustle and bustle from bourbon st and the heat! Drinks were also very good.

Derrick Adonis Anderson

We are members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, INC. This was a great place for seafood. I guess this is the reason why they are always crowded. I will recommend this restaurant to everyone. Derrick

Adeline Pang (Dee)

Nothing fancy or hipster.. just real good local food. Everything tasted really fresh!

Keren Rovelo

Food was good, prices seemed fair and staff was friendly. It was a small place, which have it a home feel. I did not try any alcoholic beverage though they did have them.

DEREK KILGORE

Food was great! Atmosphere was very cool and casual. Our waitress was attentive and hilarious.

T Mac

Not Jack Dempsey the boxer as we thought butJD the reporter. Great food. Awesome friendly staff. Everything we ate was tasty and so good. Charbroiled oysters were done perfectly. Would love to go back.

Andrea Gazaway

We had a great time and even better food!

Angela Cameron

Had a little wait wasn't bad,. Food was great served hot. Service on point. Definitely will revisit. Parking need a little more space.

Reggie Encalade

Food was good service was great and have enough food to appreciate the price

Mary Wilkening

Don't let the location and lack of parking fool you. This place is delicious! Very clean inside. Excellent wait staff! So friendly and helpful. The onion rings & shrimp I had were great. My husband had frog legs and really enjoyed them. Half orders of onion rings are plenty.

Ankush K Gupta

Amazing from start to finish! From the hostess to dessert everything was great! Me and my friends’s last day in New Orleans, we ate here. We ordered the seafood platter, our waitress was kind enough to let us know the platter was big enough for all of us. The food was absolutely delicious! We also ordered oysters and frog legs - simply amazing.. and chocolate dessert was perfectly balanced in sweetness. Don’t know when we are coming back but will definitely will all our friends from Atlanta whoever visits NOLA.

Joy Teed

Local stop. Efficient and personable waitress got us in and out quickly as we only had an hour before the parade began. Broiled oysters and red Ponchatrain fish with crab was cooked to perfection

Terry Oliphant

Very good food, blackened redfish was fantastic!

Jameka Powell

Not as good as they use to be. The drinks specials weren't the best. Some of the food didn't have much seasoning. The Mac and cheese was bomb as well as the stuff flounder.

Brad Merton

Great local, traditional restaurant. Great food!

DAVID DIXON

I was truly amazed at this place. When my order came out the kitchen, I thought it belong to a big party table. The entree size are the best sizes and doesn't break your pockets.. The Drinks are so good. THE STAFF ARE PHONOMANAL.

J D

Great food! Authentic Louisiana goodness!!

Brutus USMC

Clean, old school dining area serving a variety of very good seafood at a reasonable price. You will not go away hungry. Great onion rings!

John Shea

We had a great time. Ice cold beers and the food was delicious!!! Our server David was extra friendly & professional!! We'll be back soon. Thanks!!!

Liz Deutermann

Local friend kept talking this place up as a place they've been going to since they were kids and while half the stuff they recco'd was meh, I was low key rolling my eyes, but this *IS* the real deal. Flavorful gumbo with a nice thick roue that topped the other two I'd tried in the French Quarter. The fried seafood platter was light, hot, and delicious-- the oysters, THE OYSTERS. The mac'n'cheese is to die for-- took the leftover home and topped it with my friend's homemade red gravy. I could go on and on. Love the vibe, service is good, and if I could recommend any local spot for a first time visitor this would be it.

Tom Jones

Great onion rings, the Dempsey platter is a big selection of food for 2.

Cynthia Allen

Go there every year to celebrate a birthday it's great every time

Marie Miele

If you a great meal for you means "a lot of good food" Jack Dempsey's is the place! Great for groups, very generous servings. Not only great fried food, good steaks, crab, grilled fish and salads! Always a memorable experience!

J Langhorn

Delicious! Got the platter with fried catfish, oysters, shrimp, crab balls and crawfish pie, cooked to perfection. The waitress was excellent even though the place was packed. See ya next time I'm in town.

Cooking IsArt

Very old school food. I liked the shrimp and crab salad. The onion rings are very heavy and thick...not my thing. The drinks are strong love it! Like i said this is old school fare here. I loved the service my waitress was very nice and very attentive. Ill be back thanks :)

Frederickthe Photographer

Great spot to stop in to. Parking was kinda tight. The staff were extra friendly. A lot of great items on the menu. Saw many plates that came out with some good looking food on them, can't wait to come back and try more items. A few of my grill chicken breast strips could've cooked a few more minutes, but over all it was good. The drinks were nice I only tasted one due to the fact I had to drive two hours, but hey there is always a next time. I definitely plan to come back to this spot whenever I come to town. I actually saved it in my phone under favorites. If you are near by stop in and treat yourself!

Joshua Chiasson

Staff was nice, good service. Broiled crab claws were delicious and maybe the hottest (temperature) fried seafood I've ever been served in a restaurant. That was awesome. Flavor... Very middle of the road, not much flavor at all. It was kind of strange. All in all, I will go back. Maybe try some of the other entrees. Ice cold beer. Very very cold. 👍

Ireon Jackson

Went here last night for my 25th wedding anniversary. I just wanted to go to an old school, New Orleans style neighborhood restaurant. Food was great and reasonably priced plus the portion sizes are enough to have some to take home! The service was excellent!

Helene Vance

My family and I visit this restaurant at least once a month. We love it. The service is excellent. After a few visits, you are called by name as if you were a relative. I ordered my Christmas dinner and was very please with the taste, quality and price. Worth your time.

David LaNasa

Jack Dempsey's has been one of the best seafood places in New Orleans for the better part of half a century. It has always been one of my most highly referred and suggested places to go to all of my customers for many years. Service is impeccable and personal and of course the food is just perfect, just like it was in my youth. What a great birthday dinner this was.

Ryan Haas

The last time I went they misheard my order and brought shrimp instead of catfish. The inside reminds me of places my grandparents took me 25 years ago that are no longer in business. No worries, RUN, don't walk to check out this amazing pinnacle of fried seafood. Top 5 restaurant in a top 5 US food city.

Cyntrell Smith

Always excellent food and excellent customer service!

stephanie gibson

Friendly wait staff and excellent appetizers. The only reason I gave 4 stars was because the salads are served over romaine with iceberg. I personally feel like iceberg lettuce is not salad material. I would eat there again.

num1lsufan

Amazing seafood restaurant... Laid back, quiet atmosphere, huge portions. The fish, shrimp, and oysters were fried crispy like I like it and delicious. The portions are gigantic... The food was amazing and the customer service was superb. I'll certainly be back because it is delicious food for a good value and pretty laid back!

Wayne Boyko

Neighborhood creole restaurant with a selection of fried and blackened fish and seafood. Good service, food came quickly, and portions were large and tasty.

Mark

Food was below average. Maybe because we got it to go but my oyster platter was some soggy bread at the bottom of twelve fried, bland oysters. Mac an cheese was pretty good though.

Lydia Pizarro

The fried crayfish & shrimp platter was awesome. Great drinks especially the adult lemonade.

I love Cats

Stopped on our way home to Dallas. Food was excellent! Service was superb; efficient and very fast. The place is super clean too. I definitely recommend it. Must try the macaroni and the gumbo is delicious as well!!

Scott Honigmann

I almost hate to give this hidden gem a glowing review for fear that it will become just another tourist trap but I must. This unassuming local favorite was recommended by our Uber driver and he nailed it! The soft shell crabs were incredible. We also had the catfish and a sampler platter which were all fried to a buttery golden perfection. Even the fries ,which are normally pushed to the side by me, were perfect. Our waitress was sweet and charming with a delightful Louisiana accent and was quick with the service without being overbearing. Also, the beers were ice cold and inexpensive. Absolutely the best dinner we had in our too short weekend visit to NOLA. The only thing I regret is that I didn't try the mac and cheese. Apparently it's a local favorite. Oh darn, I guess we will have to come back down here soon again. I hate that. ;)

Eric Walton

A classic spot but there are better places to get fried seafood. Wasn't bad, but one visit is enough. Fries were great. Oyster and shrimp po'boys were good but nothing I will remember in a week.

Dwane Todd

The Gumbo was amazing. I have eaten gumbo many different times. The gumbo at this place far exceeds all other. You can't say you have had Gumbo until you eat it here.

MICHAEL GROS

Hands down, the best seafood in New Orleans!!! The soft shell crab is to die for! And the portions? You'll go home full and still have enough leftovers for the next day. Wait staff is top notch also. Highly recommend!

Aaron “Roadkill” Saxon

Great drinks, perfect service, and plenty to choose from. My only suggestion, don't bother with ordering a steak here, stick with the seafood!

meambee

Its not a fancy place, more of a mom and pop shop. My mother in law purchased a plate from here and couldn't eat it all, so she shared it with the house. My boyfriend tasted it, and told me to come on. Didn't know where we were going, but ended up here. It was very family friendly and took our orders quickly. We didn't have to wait long for the food either. I suggest this place for those who do not mind to look outside the exterior and want good food.

Karisha Bannister

Very over rated food was not that good

Dan Barnes

I took my lovely bride for her birthday. She hadn't been there in 20 years. I had never been there. We were both very pleased. Not over priced and very large portions. I'll go so far as to say it was the best seafood platter I have ever had. It even has redfish on it. Wow! That was impressive. We will go back.

John Andrews

Great food,ambiance and staff. They've been serving good food for decades. Located in the historic Bywater neighborhood.

BREN

Excellent atmosphere in an older section of New Orleans. Seafood was superior. Amazing how fresh the food was. I especially enjoyed the crab balls. Next time I visit New Orleans I will add this spot to my list.

JEFFERY ALLEN

I love the blackened reddish and Mac and cheese.. best around

Jim Austin

Jack Dempsey's truly embodies everything you could ever want in a local New Orleans style family restaurant. The food is always hot and perfectly prepared. The service staff are attentive but very skilled in knowing how to let you enjoy your party, event or just a nice lunch. Truly a must stop for anybody wanting to experience great New Orleans food and culture. You should always eat were the locals eat.

Erik Engquist

We arrived at 1:58 pm on a Tuesday, not realizing the restaurant closed at 2 pm that day (it's open for dinner four nights a week, but get there early because it closes at 8 or 9 pm those nights). The last customers left as we walked in and the staff was shutting down. We assumed we'd be turned away. But to our relief and surprise, we were welcomed warmly and shown to a table, where we received excellent service and a fine meal. We ordered a seafood platter for $25, which was easily enough food for the both of us (it came with two sides), plus two Diet Cokes, which came in huge plastic cups, as did the water I requested. (I love getting a big cup or a pitcher so I don't have to keep flagging down someone for refills.) I'd read a lot of reviews of Jack Dempsey's and was looking for traditional New Orleans food in a casual atmosphere and the famous big portions. Jack Dempsey's lived up to its billing.

Mel tha Mann

O! I love this place. My 1st time eating here was in 2012 when I was at the Essence Festival. I had to come back while I was at the 2018 Bayou Classic. The redfish and shrimp were fantastic. The Crawfish pies were very good. I will be returning here on my next trip to New Orleans.

deane pitmon

Quick and delicious. We got there early and they were packed before we left. Well done and will return.

Sydney Lenore

A wonderful experience. I do suggest that you split entrees with people that you go with though, the plates are huge and more than enough to split between two people (or take some home for the next day). Definitely go for the seafood. Also had great service while I was there.

blackswan87

I ordered $58 worth of food. The chargrilled oysters was gritty, no flavor, hardly no cheese. Mac n cheese wasn't that good but tolerable. The frog legs platter was disappointing as well, 3 frog legs, no flavor, and too much batter. The fries wasn't that good either. The stuff trout was ok, but garlic powder, onion powder, and other seasonings do exist. The crab balls was AMAZING! That's the only reason I gave them three stars, along with the service was good.

Cortney Chandler

Really attentive service and amazing food. Hole in the wall place with great food and drinks. Try the blackened chicken Po Boy and Charbroiled oysters!

Tina Williams

Food was great. However customer service less desirable. I ordered a 16.95 meal and 3 cheesecakes at 5.95. The lady came back and initially gave me 3 dollars. I wasn't paying attention gave her 50, so I looked in the bag and no cheesecake but two meals. I had her come back to the car and she was apologetic and went to get cheesecake and took the meal. She then came back and gave me a 5 dollar bill. Now I gave her back the change initially when it was wrong. So now I only have 5 dollars change. I explained the math and I should have close to 11 dollars because meal with an 11%tax would have been 38 dollars. This went on for about 20 mins. I took the 5 dollars and left. Was happy with meal but not with the simple math of it all. I was going to leave a tip but oh well.

Mz.SoPretty Wise

Lunch date Blackened Redfish soooo good Live Laugh 😆 Love ❤️😘The onion rings are delicious 😋 …

barbara wess

The atmosphere was family oriented which I love as soon as we hit the door a older group of people welcome us the food and our waitress was fantastic. 11ppl no calling ahead it was perfect. They sang into action like the pros that they where thank you

Liliam Orellana

My first time eating there but certainly not my last! Food was excellent. Super fresh and quite delicious. Had the blackened red fish with mac and cheese. Can't wait to go back.

Daniele Writes

The broiled shrimp was beyond delicious. There was way too much food, and my stomach isn't that big. Leftovers were wonderful!

Mark Rickert

AMAZING!!!! Friendly staff and delicious food. Fried catfish Yum!

Willie F. Britt Jr

My wife and I was celebrating our 32nd Wedding Anniversary and we wanted to eat at this establishment. I was stationed across the street as a U.S. Marine (32 years ago)...We thoroughly enjoyed the great fresh food and e plan to come back soon from Alabama...the service was super...Thanks

Lisa Theriot

Thank you, thank you Dempsey. We ordered several side dishes for our Christmas dinner. Not only did it save me a ton of work, they were absolutely delicious. The prices are extremely fair. Heating was a breeze. We plan to make the mirlitons , oyster dressing, and Mac and cheese a part of our holiday meal from now on.

K. Oreaboe

Go to spot 4 good seafood. This place has been very reliable over the years!! No matter what- quality and quantity remains the same. Heads up: they take reservations these days but u can possibly still get in as a walk in if it's not too busy.

Marilyn Smithers

The food was good. They don't have a children menu.

Robert Barback (Treion)

The super seafood platter is so much food and really can be split between two people easily while the Dempsey platter can be shared with 4. Lighting is a bit rough because it is just lit with neon signs and such. Food is good, but I would recommend the red fish especially.

Tanjela McBride

My 1st stop EVERYTIME I visit New Orleans!

C Jackson

Good food they give you your money worth

Cheryl Bell

The oyster are very small and lot of batter they put to many french fries on your plate.The shrimp are really good

Chad Lawrence

Had a wonderful dinner at Jack Dempsey's Restaurant last night. Love to have seafood when we visit New Orleans because it's so fresh. We can't get it in central Illinois. I had the surf and turf with a ribeye and lobster. Outstanding and truly enjoyable. My wife had the redfish and we both had a side of mac n cheese. My brother had the veal which I tried and I must say every bite I had was fantastic. Pleasant environment and good service. Thanks for a great dining experience Jack Dempsey's Restaurant.

John St. Pierre

Fried, fried, fried. Nearly everything on the menu is fried, except for a couple of grilled fish choices and a chicken item or two. Not a huge selection, either, but what they do have is decent. Fried fish, shrimp, catfish, and oyster platters and po-boys reign this casual fried seafood joint. The food itself is fresh, very heavily breaded and very well fried, and if you like a heavy crunch to your fried seafood, then you'll love Dempsey's. The wait staff is very New Orleans and very attentive and friendly. Parking is often a pain and wait times can exceed a half hour or more at dinnertime, especially on weekends, but the wait isn't really too bad because there are usually a few interesting and friendly locals to chat causally with that are waiting along with you.

Jennifer Medus

We've been coming here since I was a child. The seafood platter is fabulous and feeds several people.

Ori

Stuffed flounder was great. Parking is a little tight, but extra room on side street. Platters are enough for two or three people. Good spot to sit with a friend and enjoy seafood. Would definitely return.

Brian McClendon

We had the seafood platter for 2, that may be able to feed 4. It starts with 2 small bowls of gumbo, then a platter of catfish, shrimp, oysters, crab balls and crayfish pies. You get to pick two sides and we got the French fries, and the baked macaroni and cheese. Everything was cooked to perfection and served hot. It's a must place to eat if you are in the area and hungry.

Lozyano

Expensive + they didn't give any tatar sauce or anything else that should've come with the fried shrimp and Fish. Had to eat it dry when we went home.

Nora Carria

We had a good assortment of fried foods. Crispy, not soggy. The service dealt well with 2 concurrent birthday parties. They closed at 8, which seemed really early to me, but we had plenty of time.

Anita L. Smith

Delicious food and fast service.

Linda Monroe

We are out of towners who tried this neighborhood seafood restaurant based upon glowing reviews. We were not disappointed! Friendly service, massive portions and delicious food. We plan on being regulars.

Ronald “Jay” Theriot

I really enjoy this New Orleans classic. It s moderate in it s pricing, and it s decor is inner-city simple . The staff are down home and friendly. For lunch I had the shrimp plate with coleslaw ($9.95), my father had the catfish plate with French fries ($9.95), and my sister had the crab salad ($9.95). The fried dishes were not the least bit greasy, and my sister's salad was just very tasty. This is one of the New Orleans places not to miss, and do try their baked macaroni. RJT

Bernice Nash

Nice oldschool dining experience! The food is very fresh, flavorful, and well-priced. If you are looking for some delicious seafood, large portions, clean atmosphere, and warm customer service, check them out!

Willie Coleman

It been a great place to go to get some real good seafood for years now. My mom introduced me to it long time ago and I am glad I can share it my little family. It a great place to go out and enjoy some good food and beverage.

Jessica Crutti

It was just a traditional New Orleans seafood restaurant, but not as many choices of non-fried foods. Cool, dark, down-home interior, giant red plastic cups, metal utensils in wax paper envelopes. Gumbo was like brown gravy with some shrimp in it, kinda grainy. Stuffed artichoke was good warm and big. Potato salad was great, salty and tasted like olives with no olives, chopped up small, no big chunks, which I like. Mac n cheese not good, penne pasta in cheese sauce with hardened cheese on top. Fried oysters were good. You can get shrimp fried, broiled, blackened, grilled, but I'm not sure that's clear from menu.

B. Richard Salas

You allbetter believe this hype because this restaurant doesn't play with its amazing food. The charm of this tiny spot is unbelievable especially for an outsider from Hollywood. Do yourself a favor and try the crabs, shrimp and fish here.

Niki Lewis

The Soft Shelled crab poboy was incredible as my husband had the seafood platter. It was huge and delicious! The gumbo was just so-so! Without a doubt, our staple restaurant for Seafood! Awesome!

Marshene Cox

The server was great she was very helpful in explaining the amount of food on the platter which allow us to make a decision about how many plates to order for 10 people. We started with 2 appetizers fried. Okra and onion rings Our our entrees were 2 seafood platterse enough to feed 2 people but we were able to serve 3 people on each one. The food was fried with the same batter for everything so it all tasted the same There wasn't much favor from the okra to the onion rings the seasoning was very bland but it did have alot of salt which took away that actual taste of each entree shrimp okra onion rings. I would have preferred each item be seasoned separate and then a different batter for the fish and shrimp I will not refer this restaurant in the future. We had to order water just to take away the after taste of the saltyNess My review is based on myself and others at the table Once we returned home 2 people fail sick the the stomach Jack Dempsey would've been disapproved of the outcome of the dishe's preparation.

Rob D

Breaded veal is very good, with a side of "red gravy". Three pieces of veal with a decent amount of Mac n cheese, and a side salad and drink for under $15 is a great deal. Plus the food tastes great.

noah McMillan

A little disappointed. Hadn't been there in a while and certainly not the same quality of food that I remembered. Perhaps just a bad night because this is the only time I went and the food was not up to par. Very very nice wait staff. I will definitely go back and give them another chance.

David Hochhalter

Jack Dempsey's has always been great! They have frying down to a science, you will not find greasy food there. #superseafoodplatter #mac&cheese

Corey Elbert

Always good when I go! Seafood entrée at it best.

Derrick Anderson

My Fraternity brothers came down for a convention. This place showed up love. I introduced them to frog legs. I was very impressed with their service and the food was fantastic.

Debbie McKinney

Foods always good & service

Nannette Wilson Williams

Their payment policy is utterly ridiculous (as far as no more than four per group and that the form of payment has to be the same!) But, fortunately the food and drink was good! However, that policy will cause their business to suffer.

Jerome Wilson

This long time family owed Gem still serves the best Seafood dishes in Nola area. Tbe fried catfish platter ,Fried SHRIMP, Stuffed Crabs are just DELICIOUS, and of coarse topped off w/ 1 of their Awesome sides--Baked Mac n Cheese. You won't leave this establishment hungry !!

Andrei Iotici

Poised as a Bywater institution we had to try an oyster po boy. The french bread decently fresh and crunchy but overall the iconic sandwich unimpressive. Presenting but morsels of tiny oysters breaded and deep fried, it was tough to discern breading from oyster. Sauce and garnish ordinary as well. Didn't get to try the rest of the menu so perhaps this was an ill representation of their wares but we were not impressed.

Quen Smith

Great seafood neighborhood restaurant that's been operating for decades!

Travis Froehlich

Amazing food! Service was great as well. We were in a group of 7 around lunch for the start a bachelor party weekend, and feel really bad about being as loud as we were, but everything was perfect!

Mark A. Witson Sr

Tried the Super Seafood Platter and it was excellent. Portions were plentiful and cooked to perfection. This is a true staple of New Orleans cuisine. A must stop...

Reico R

This place has been open for years and serves some of the best seafood in New Orleans. Whether it's a JD special or a poboy, you're in for a treat. Family atmosphere, great place for celebration or just to inhale a quick lunch.

Corina Calsing

I've been eating here for over ten years. Staff is always friendly. Food is always hot a fresh. If you don't mind the ambiance, it's a pretty solid seafood place.

Dedra Lewis

This was my first time at Jack Dempsey's!! The food, service, and the atmosphere was superb!!! You will not be disappointed here!! I love this place!!! I will go again!!

Latanya Godfrey

Food is always fresh and so delicious. Quick service and great customer service. Love this place....have been eating here over 20 years.

C LeNae

Awesome food! Soft shell crab and crabmeat au gratin were superb! Sangria was awesome, too. Definitely recommend coming here and I'll see you here because I will be back.

Ruth Willis

Always love going here. Has been my favorite NOLA restaurant for at least 30years. Menu has changed a little but I can always find something great. You can't make a wrong choice!

Gin 2324

Consistently awesome food. Always good customer service! I want to try something new, but can’t help but love the stuffed fish with crab. So delicious!

Connor Roberts

Oysters were delicious! Best fried seafood in town. Staff was super friendly. Can’t wait to come back.

Carmen Luque-Baptiste

I wanted so much to take my husband here. I knew he would love it and he did. Great food & spirits to drink. Atmosphere casual & relaxed. One of the highlights of our vacation!

Pam Montgomery

Great atmosphere! Crab balls magnificent! Crab au gratin & macaroni & cheese were awesome. Fried fish & potato salad needed a bit of seasoning.

Greg

I've been a customer of Jack Dempsey's since 2000 when I first discovered the Jack Dempsey's Seafood Platter for Two. The food is still delicious and the service still has a good ol' New Orleans' accent. I recommend this for good atmosphere, great food and friendly service "Darlin'".

chris ball

Excellent food. Had the blackened redfish with crawfish remoulade.

Janice McDonald

Our if the way and definitely a local hang out. Ton of food for a great price. Best onion rings ever! Loved the softshell crabs

Fayshionista Soo Fresh

Jack Dempsey's is one of my favorite places to eat. It's tucked away, and really looks like a NOLA style home if you're not paying attention. They hace a bar at the front, and then you enter the dining area. I had one of the most delicious Sangrias ive tasted here. The crab dip is also very delicious. Large portion sizes, you will definitely have leftovers to enjoy at home. If you're a tourist here, this Solomon's definitely be a stop. Fresh, well seasoned seafood options. I can't say I've had anything here I've disliked!

Joseph Leal

The atmosphere here is so quiet and calm.love it. Like home sweet home.first time here and I'm already enjoying. The food is amazing and the waitress are so sweet and respectable.

Sheila Carr

Excellent sever. She took care of us. We sat n section close to kitchen entrance. My sister n law 2 saturdays ago. She had blonde haïr. Very attentive to us. I took food home for husband lov it

Aaron Saraco

It's nothing fancy (this is the Bywater, not the French Quarter) but if you want a bunch of fried seafood for a decent price, you won't be disappointed. The best bet is probably the platter that comes with a whole bunch of fried catfish, fried shrimp, 2 crab balls, a little crawfish pie, and a cup of gumbo. Oh, and some toast. It's about $25 and can easily feed 2 people. The catfish is buttery in both flavor and texture. Falls right apart (but the breading stays on)! The gumbo is among the better ones we've had here (though not quite as good as it is at Coop's). Each table gets a big dispenser of tartar and remoulade sauce. In other words, all you'll need for a satisfying dining experience.

Bigeverything

It was nice. Hadn't been in years. Food was fresh. Service was good. They didn't let us serve the birthday cake but policy is policy.

Thomas Roberts

Man this place was great! Good find.

Nadia Berry

Great tasting food. My favorite is the fried red fish and oyster platter. Affordable too with a great wait staff. I will drive from the west bank here regularly just to eat here.

Pamela White

I had a grand time at Jack Dempsey's I'm here visiting New Orleans where I was born and raised I used to go to Jack Dempsey's when my kids was smaller it's been way over 20 years food is superb the gumbo is amazing the food was so good I had to go back a second time I just got to say Jack Dempsey's your number one

Steven Shapiro

This is not a Nola destination restaurant. It is a local Neighborhood restaurant that maybe the best of its kind in Nola surpassing many others like Mandinas, Katies, Liuzza’s by the Tracks and the way overpriced Frankie and Johnny’s and way overrated Dick and Jenny’s. Had off the chart fresh Stuffed Trout with their famous Mac & Cheese for $11 dollars. Interior is pedestrian but it will be almost impossible to find a better delicious meal in Nola at these prices. Service was fast, courteous and efficient.

Kevin Perry

We come here every time we come to New Orleans and have not been disappointed.the Red fish platter is my al time favorite.

Reggie Ahlfield

The stuffed lobster was great. Nice waitress. Very friendly. Sweet tea was good. Large beer glasses. Lots of food on each dish.

Bobby E Peoples

Great place for seafood and more. Good prices and food. We tried the catfish platter...well enough for 2. The staff was very polite.

Bobbie Vinson

Holy Moly... BEST seafood in the city & at a price that’ll make you smile. Large portions. Casual homey atmosphere. Great service. Geaux & bring guests!! Try the oysters 👍🏼 …

shyamsunder agrawal

Went to this place to celebrate a birthday lunch. Good food. And nice ambience. Their blackened Redfish was terrific. Fries could have been better.

Mabon Williford

Nice low-key atmosphere with great big portions of really good food for a very reasonable price. One platter is definitely big enough to split.

Kathy Ledet

Fantastic food and staff! They went above and beyond! Will definitely go back!

Tina Wiggins

I love this restaurant. Consistently great food. Gumbo is one of my favorites and the shrimp are always perfect. I am also feeling the music playing.

Richard Rudolph

Down home food good feeling place!

April Minniefield

For good authentic nola food this place is a most. Staff very friendly and drinks are good as well.

Jeb Loew

Good food. Not fancy. Prices are decent. Service was good.

Maureen Johnson

Get the mack & cheese. You WON'T regret it!

Ledora Yerks-Birdlow

As always those crab balls are amazing. Just staff was a little slow that night. All and all the food is unique to New Orleans.

Evvert Williams

The food and service was great. Plenty of food for your money. It was two of us eating off a platter and we couldn't finish it.

Mal R. Bourgeois

I Love this place although we we're the 3rd customer there I ordered my food to go and my guest ate in the waiter brought my food out and man it was like I ordered a kiddie meal the price was the same I sat there for 2 hours and the other customer meals were stacked high like mines should have been I guess when you order to go you get less food I am very disappointed at this time..

Phaedra Dannel

The severs were great. Seated fast. Food is plentiful but not seasoned as I prefer.

Bobbie Lewis

Great experience and good food.. It's worth the money you pay for it..You love it..

M. Gibbs

Jennifer was our waiter she had a beautiful attitude and patient with us as we made our order she was very helpful with telling us and suggested to us what we should get as well as the food was piping hot and fresh as always today was my mom's birthday and this is the only place where she wanted to go I just wish that they would have sung happy birthday to her but our waiter kept asking her how's her bday dinner my mom luvs this place can't wait to go back

Nakia Donahue

I have never had a bad experience. And hopefully i want the food is good and the portions are always more then enough next time i go home i will be visiting again

Mike Franssen

Food was great and the atmosphere was very cool. The staff made you feel like family. I will stop in again when I'm in town.

EK Hutch

Reasonable but not outstanding poboy....confusing take out. Diners are eating inside, but have to wait in your car for takeout? Takes a bit more time that way, but anyhow....

Pamela Floyd

The food there was delicious it's been awhile since I've been there but it was good

Arlene Culpepper

We'd been waiting to eat here and trust me, it was worth the wait! Everything was great, especially the Crabmeat Au Gratin and Bananas Foster Ice Cream Cake!!

Cortez T

Over time things change but the one thing that has remained the same is that warm welcome you receive when you walk in. The food is that good ole southern cooking. Minor problem, remodeling or redecorating is needed.

M A

As usual the food was great..especially the Macaroni that I went there for..we went early and when we left there was a pretty good crowd. This is a New Orleans staple where you can't go wrong.

Michelle Walraven

I had ordered the soft shell crab and my wife ordered the shrimp po'boy. The food was great and the people were great. The service was awesome!

Matt McCullough

Great neighborhood restaurant. Good causal atmosphere. The menu is mostly fried but the food is good and the service was excellent.

Ann Ruiz

Seafood very good. Love the baked macaroni

Tee Nola

Friendly staff, great food and BIG portions. If you want to eat and feel like a local when you visit New Orleans, Jack Dempsey's is the spot!♥️

Dana C Griffin

The food and service was good. Just don't order the mac and cheese. It wasn't too tasty.

Howard Daniel

Great visit to place across from where I worked 20 years ago

Jovan Mechamadness Montaque

Pretty great food, steak was amazing. It's a happening place and I was not expecting the crowds. Will try again.

Kenton Warthen

Great place to go if you visit NOLA, way better than tourist traps down town. Very large portion sizes for the price, great people.

Myche Tician

Classic neighborhood eatery. Southern comfort food. Good portions. Good onion rings. Lunch specials are great value.

crawford lloyd

Fried okra was the best. The fried redfish and crawfish were the best. Some of the best seafood since we been in New Orleans.

Nitchie James

Been going here since I was little we still visit when we're in town so 40+ year and nothing has changed good food always.

Denise Adams

Dempsey's always hits the mark! Great food and staff!

Will

Great food. Limited side options and portions are too small.

gary carr

Great place food. Excellent dining service one hundred love this place.

Yazmin Majalca

Food Was delicious!!! Friendly service! Our waitress Chelsie was awesome!!!

Daniel Messa

The seafood player for two was enough for three people. The food was fresh and dryer to a light golden brown.

Lilzombie

This place is awesome! The service is great, and the food is delectable. Especially the mac and cheese 😂. This is a must go restaurant! …

ann luke

It was delicious as usual! You do need a reservation because of COVID. Same amazing service and food.

Cheryl Himbert

Great food,service And hospitality. The staff are very accomodating. Good place to go for large groups,also.

Ms P

Need to make this one of your stops in New Orleans; Soft Shell Crab was my go to but all in my party were satisfied with their dish.

Joe Rice

This restaurant is one of the best I have been to in New Orleans. Great food, service and friendly people.

Jeniffer Harper Taylor

Love this spot! A must have when im in New Orleans. Fresh Hot seafood, super reasonably priced and great staff.

Ted B

The food and service was great as always best seafood in New Orleans never too salty always consistent. The servers are always great.

nellie sedgebeer

Food was delicious! Catfish, mac n cheese, even their ceasar salad were so good!! Def recommend!

James Sullivan

Great local joint serving up seafood and other NOLA pub grub.

jamie baham

Always great service, food is always on point and not to mention it is a local restaurant and has some of the best food in New Orleans.

J F

Really good. Great service. Great food.

J Green

Wow! Down home,well cooked, delicious seafood and really nice people serving us. Go and enjoy, you'll be glad you did!!!

Raymond Jones

2 dozen oysters raw. 2 dozen oysters grilled. Fried oysters poboy.

Juliet Honore

I work there now and I love it , come vist for a great lunch or dinner!!! Somebody hacked into our web page our hours of operation are Tuesday 11-2 Wednesday-Thursday 11-8 Friday 11-9 Saturday 12-9 closed Sunday and Monday

K Miller

Great place to eat if you like fried catfish. Very generous portions and great flavor!

Doug Mosier

Fantastic food. Great service. Home cookin.

Geraldine Ward

The food was delicious! The staff was efficient, helpful with suggestions, & very polite.

Tyrone martinez

Lovely and family like atmosphere and the food was spectacular I definitely recommend this restaurant to all the Seafood lover's and the steaks to die for 👌 …

chsno25

Great food and drinks!!!

David

We stopped for lunch at this Bywater classic. Great atmosphere, and my redfish was delicious and plentiful. We'll return

cole gralapp

Classic New Orleans neighborhood seafood restaurant! Simply fabulous. Affordable and delicious. Servings are plentiful.

Miesha Henry

Food was great and our waitress was the bomb.com. Definitely will be back

L Lombard (Mrs Bird)

Friendly staff and good food.

Debra Johnson

Visited friends and ate at Jack Dempsey's. Service was good food was great.im from peoria Illinois. Thank you for the the experience.

Donald Rojas

Great service & great food. Really enjoyed the Nola environment here. Very original and pleasant. I will return

Mary James

This place was me and my sister place were we eat everytime there was a play down here the food is great and the service is nice good job please tell me y'all still server the stuff fander and the mac and cheese

Greg R

Food is amazing. Air conditioning is a luxury they may not have all the time - but the food is worth the visit.

Jason

Great place for steak and seafood. It has also made it to one of New Orleans' top restaurants.

Quay Brisco

Eating here is a family tradition. Good food, big portions.

Jeannette DuBois

If you want good food at good prices, this is the place to go. Staff is friendly and service is quick.

Alfred Baptiste

Been eating here for years, the food is always fresh and delicious and the onion rings are the absolute best

Deborah Devore

I was greeted with love the waitress was great our order was brought out in a timely manner and the food was delicious

Pashula Green

First time their, and I absolutely loovved it! All the staff is nice and the food is delicious.

Marja Jones

This is an amazing place to eat The food is delicious and the staff is friendly.

Raquel Marcelle

The Gumbo at Jack Dempsey's reminds me of my Grandmother... It brings back childhood memories of her Creole Style Gumbo and it is absolutely delicious!!!

Michael Hanks

One of our favorite restaurants in NOLA. Great food and super friendly staff. And then there is the macaroni and cheese!!

Frank Duplessis

The food is amazing. It is a must if you want to experience New Orleans style food.

Johnny Mckinney

Great seafood, best onion rings ever... plenty food for fair price... casual comfortable dining...

Sandra James

Food,atmosphere,and service were great. Will come back again. Love local

Darlene Brown

Took too long to get seated they were out of deserts otherwise the food was good as usual

Wilma Blache

Food is delicious, prices reasonable, friendly family oriented atmosphere--I LOVED IT!!!!

Giggles77

This place is stylin. Very friendly staff & the food is absolutely delicious. The price is very affordable. Love this place 💗💗💗 …

Shawn Wilson

Good food and great service!

Ashland Anderson

The food was excellent!!

Kathleen Stapleton

Food was excellent and the waitress was great..would highly recommend 👍👍👍👍 …

Doc Lovett

Absolutely delicious food, with really friendly service. Definitely going back.

Jonetta Praylow

Employees were excellent. Got there 30 minutes before they closed and they still took excellent care of us

Chasity DeJean

Authentic new orleans restaurant. Best baked Mac ever! Boneless fried chicken was good & a huge portion.

Shanie Corkern- Lowery

This was my first time there. The food and the service was outstanding

Herb Lacassagne

Top notch seafood Best neighbor restaurant in New Orleans If downtown prices would be doubled Great service, frriendly people

Lisa Fields

Really Great! Experience was the Bomb!!! Can't wait until next time.

Joseph A Gilardi Jr

Impeccable service great food terrific ambiance. Fair pricing.What more could you ask for.

D Arso-Frison

The seafood platter for 2 was more like a seafood platter for 4 (the only downfall...it had more fish than anything and I was wanting more shrimp...if I had to complain)it was truly outstanding

Shane Peters

Good hangout place if you want to go out and have a little fun on the town with friends and family

M C

Some of the best home styled cooked food. Easy to get too while I worked right across the street back in the day.

Patricia Murphy

Best fried seafood anywhere! There's an art to getting it right and these cooks have mastered the art.

Carolyn Saucier

The Food was very GOOD. Eat there a out once a month.

NOsaint504

Great staff! Nice place for lunch. Try the stuffed trout!

Kevin Turner

Always a great experience.

Charles Hall

Great food. Oysters and redfish are outstanding. Get the friend okra

Brooke Laurente

Awesome food. Awesome service. One of our favorite places to go for lunch!

D Jonz

My number1 choice for fried seafood when I'm within 30 miles of NOLA😀😎 Lovely friendly staff …

Cori Hicks

The portions were amazing and the server was very friendly.

Carolyn Collins

I enjoyed the fresh seafood with softshell crab. Great place & very convenient to downtown

James Grant

Food was great..shrimp were the best in the city..service was ok..but overall great food!

Earl Leidinger Jr

Food and service was great, Great atmosphere will definitely visit again.

Jason Gibson

Portions are huge! Great staff and great food

Bayardo Reyes

The food was good. The service was great!!

james henry

The New Orleans Legend beautiful Seafood wonderful cocktails huge portions not to be missed

Robin Chevalier

Love the food We had 21 people with us everyone enjoyed the food

T G

Always a move to come here for the fried platters. Can't go wrong here

Kenneth Gunn

One of the best value in town. Me and my wife shared a platter and we still took food home.

Tonja Howard Jenkins

Family-friendly. Great local seafood. Polite staff.

David Tyree

Excellent food and service. Pricing is very reasonable and portions are heavy.

Ciara Fults

The staff was so nice and the food was great!

Kendell

Always great food and better southern services. We'll be back baby!

Kenisa McDaniels

Service is friendly and fast.. Enjoy the seafood plate.. still had extra left over.

Ben L

Outstanding. Had the stuffed trout with great cheese Mac fo 10 bucks. Great value .

Ed Reeder

Lunch was great. Had grilled shrimp salad and side of mac and cheese.

Barbara Anderson

Had Wonderful time with my family from out of town so happy to see them miss them so much love is in the air

Kendall Rivers

Great Mac and cheese 👍 and the seafood platter was big enough for two people …

Ashley Jefferson

The food was incredible. Delicious 😋 😋 😋 😋 😋 and so much …

Vinson Serio

Enjoyed the dinner, staff was very friendly, helpful and provided appropriate professional services. Parking is the main concern.

Tiffany Garth

My all time favorite... Food, Atmosphere and Service are excellent

Sivi Daniels

Food is always delicious & the service is always superb.

CLYDE JACKSON

Wow is all I can say the taste is great and the portions are huge.

Vivian Washington

I always enjoy my food. Definitely a place to visit whenever I'm home.

Sherri Bass

It was awesome! A lot of tasty food and great service!

Vietlao

Best food ever looks like a hole in the wall but it's well known and makes the best food

ROSE TAYLOR

Staff is amazing And Food is delicious 10⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Tams “Butta” S

Food and service was good. Fish could use more seasoning.

jev katz

Love the food!!ambiance is real 9th ward new orleans!

Wood Dawg

Excellent fried platters and great drinks. Parking is a little tough but worth it.

Kevin Wilson

Food is always delicious...if you want good seafood this is the place...

Arthur Reddick

Good service and the best food i.ve ever had

TheBlueChicken

I've only been here 1x and it was great. I will be back for sure! Doesn't get much better

Nola Travel Agency

The food was great! Can't wait to come back!

Sandra Hollis

Fabulous food and great service. We love Jack Dempseys

Shawn Lockett

I love the food. I have been going to this restaurant since I was 8 years old.

John Schoonveld

Good food, great service, kind of pricey.

Georgianna Pounds

It was awesome enjoyed the food immensely great atmosphere

Ethan Rowland

Very clean fried food!

Brian Prattini

Got the onion rings, seafood platter and stuffed trout. Try to go here at least once each time I am in New Orleans.

Deborah Bresnahan

Clean restaurant. Service good. Seafood platter needs seasoning.

Stella Knight

Food was great friendly staff still standing great everytime I go

Barry Whitten

Food is always amazing and the staff is so accommodating!

David Brooks

Amazing food! Great staff! Epic atmosphere!

Clarence Hill

It a small cozy place with good food, plenty sea food if you like.

vanessa hogan

I haven't had veal cutlet in a while that was very delicious

Patricia Apfelbaum

Two person platter more than we could eat; seafood fried nicely

Brian B

The food is always hot in good the service is good I give them a five

Oliver Dison

I been eating here since a kids.. Good food

Mickey Klotthor

A must visit if you haven't already. Great food and service.

Aaron Rowe

Excellent service, food, and atmosphere!!! Dempseys has become a once a week must.

Terry Doucet

Loved visiting this place brought back find memories and the food was delicious

Debbie Randall

Good service, delicious food and great prices!

Playful Toy

This food location is a small building. But the meals are enough to feed three people from one plate.

Ken Hanson

Great place to eat highly recommend this place for anyone who loves seafood

Tyondra Johnson

The wait was long and the food could've used a little seasoning especially the fries

andre toledano

Have not been there since about 17 years ago serve was as expected food was delicious

Yvonne Thomas

YUMMY YUMMY!!And Linsey was outstanding on serving us we will return 👍👍👍👍😇 …

TriNA D

First time there...great food and conversation!! Will stop by if I am in NOLA again!!

Ross Moore

Fantastic Cajun food at a decent price , close to the French quarter.

Doug K

Wonderful food and really good service ❤️

Stephanie Morris

Great local landmark with VERRY reasonable prices and good food. Vegetarian options.

Teedy

The food was awesome as well as the customer service

latasha whittaker

Really good and hot!! Great portions too!

Connie Weary

Excellent food!

Travis Main

Love this place, too much food but its soo great.

Jo Jackson

Near home, friendly, good food and has been in the neighborhood forever. MsJO

Renee Robertson

The last of a dying bread of historic family owned restaurants. The food was really good.

Pei-Hsuen Liao

A classic for a reason but better seafood fries can be found elsewhere

Edward Boudreaux

The fried fish and oysters were excellent

m jackson

Classic NOLA fried seafood. Get there early to avoid the dinner crowd.

Joseph Trippi

Best seafood on the gulf coast. Awesome service.

JoAnn Zielinski

Friendly service, great food and great prices. Eat where the locals eat.

Elizabeth Henley

Very nice place, paper napkins but very good food

Susan Murphy

Delicious. Frog legs were wonderful also crawfish pies

Jay Goodrich

Great fois great portions!

Ankala P W

Just eat lunch at Jack Dempsey's. 😋 Everything was "Delicious"!!! 👍 …

Davey G

Catfish was great. Also loved the fried eggplant.

Karen Hausler

The best fried food on the city large portions

R T22

Great food and service in an authentic New Orleans neighborhood.

Edith Baker

Delicious food. Super friendly staff

Dor Lee

Love this place, great food and service From Birmingham, Alabama

Don Estopinal

Best in N. O. Seafood platter is a great deal....

Sherri hicks

Awesome food. Very nice staff.

Randall Ballard

Really great food laid back atmosphere

Dan Cross

Great food, good prices, good service

Maggie “Zak Attack” Williams

Really disappointed. The bisque was like dish water and not tasty either

Larry Rosenman

Delicious, stuffed flounder and baked mac&cheese. Wonderful!

Rhona Pierre

Delicious food n friendly staff

Atreus21

Lotsa fried seafood. Big portions. You will leave satisfied.

Michael Sealy

Childhood favorite! Always delicious Mac-n-cheese and onion rings

Kiedrick Addison

Fresh seafood experience.....da smell and aroma exemplifies real Newawlins.....

John Branham

Very nice clean restaurant in the food is excellent

Angel M

The food and cutomer service is amazing

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