Coop's Place
Creole restaurant · French Quarter
1109 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116
Highlights
Cajun grub, fried chicken & jambalaya served in a lively bar
Cajun grub, fried chicken & jambalaya served in a lively bar
"This place is as real as they come, delivering New Orleans staples like gumbo, jambalaya, fried chicken, and red beans and rice at decent prices since 1983. This hole-in-the-wall on Decatur has a standout version of rabbit and sausage jambalaya, which pairs great with an ice cold beer." - Eater Staff
"This beloved Decatur bar and down-home eatery is also one of few sit-down spots on the list, even if it’s not the cheapest. Local favorites include the rabbit and sausage jambalaya ($8), fried chicken with two sides ($13), and grilled pork chops ($13). Or, try a Taste Plate, with seafood gumbo, fried chicken, shrimp Creole, red beans and rice, and jambalaya for $16." - Beth D’Addono
"Get the flavors of the Old South and the bayou in a single dish at this down-home staple. An order of the “Cajun Fried Chicken” is seasoned with a secret house blend of spices and served with rabbit and sausage jambalaya. If rabbit isn’t your favorite, Coop’s lengthy menu is bound to have something for everyone — just make sure to get there early, as they don’t take reservations." - Eater Staff
"For a super casual, inexpensive way to experience the flavors and attitude of New Orleans, stop in at Coop’s Place (no reservations). Keep your phone in your pocket, as you’ll get grief for having it out, and settle in for some good-natured (and yes, slightly gimmicky) banter with your server. Gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice, and Cajun fried chicken are the specialties here, and don’t expect anything fancy — it’s a nice break from the fine dining tilt of the French Quarter." - Clair Lorell
"At the top of so many cheap eats’ lists, Coop’s, a Decatur street grub hub since 1983, has zero pretension. Although service has a rep for being snarky, really, it’s just fine, with busy servers and bartenders delivering Nola staples like fried chicken, red beans, and tasty jambalaya. Know your order when asked please — it’s going to be a busy day." - Beth D'Addono
