May & Ellis

New French Quarter Hotspot Justine Expanding to Lunch and Weekend Brunch | Eater New Orleans

"Opening at the end of January for dinner only, this hip Parisian brasserie from Justin and Mia Devillier—named one of Eater New Orleans’ 15 hottest restaurants—debuted in the historic May & Ellis building on Chartres Street to a warm reception, with every slot booked up for weeks. The 200-seat, grand-hall–style space, designed by New Orleans–based firm Farouki Farouki, features antique brass, vintage artwork and lighting, diamond-patterned smoked glass mirrors, and an outdoor dining area with a custom “absinthe decanter–inspired” fountain and lots of greenery. The couple tapped Seaworthy’s former chef Dan Causgrove, who worked for Devillier as a sous at La Petite Grocery, to serve as executive chef. Starting tomorrow the restaurant will begin lunch and weekend brunch services; menus will remain the same for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and hours will be 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday with additional late-night hours Friday and Saturday and Monday service from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m." - Clair Lorell