"It’s easy to forget that the French Quarter is first and foremost a neighborhood, one with a long history of quality restaurants that serve as a gathering place for residents, not just tourists. MaMou carries that torch, much like Meauxbar, the restaurant in its humble corner space before it. Despite the fine-dining chops of its powerhouse chef and sommelier team, MaMou is a cozy neighborhood restaurant with a whimsical aesthetic — a perfect fit for the funky neighborhood. The sumptuous French dishes, while rich, are the kind you can eat over and over, whether the vibrant green romesco escargot tartlet, umami-rich garlic almond soup, creamy seasonal risotto, or piquant Gulf fish courtbouillon. At MaMou, what reads as and looks like fine dining feels like comfort food." - Clair Lorell
