Foundation Room New Orleans

My wife and I stumbled into Foundation Room after a couple of places we had planned to visit closed earlier than expected. Honestly, it felt like the universe nudging us exactly where we were supposed to be. From the moment we walked in, we were blown away. We were greeted by Alex, who was absolutely outstanding. Incredibly welcoming, genuinely kind, and made us feel like regulars instead of first-time visitors. He went out of his way to take care of us and set the tone for what turned into a phenomenal night. The decor is stunning, the ambiance is effortlessly cool, and the vibe strikes that rare balance between upscale and genuinely welcoming. The music, lighting, energy, and drinks all felt intentional and perfectly dialed in. It’s one of those places where you immediately relax and think, yeah… this is it. The rest of the staff deserves equal praise. Everyone we interacted with was warm, attentive, and clearly proud of what they do. Nothing felt rushed or pretentious—just great service and great people. Easily the highlight of our New Orleans trip and one of those unexpected finds you end up talking about long after the vacation is over. If you’re anywhere near it, don’t overthink it—go. You’ll be glad you did.

Alex and Jeremy were great. Thanks for the amazing service. The live band was also perfect. Highly recommend.

This is an amazing place. Very upscale feel and super service. We were greeted by Alex, the host and when we left, he invites us back. Our waiter/bartender was Jeremy. He worked hard to make sure we had whatever we needed. Dr. Sick was playing live and if you have never had the pleasure of hearing him turn loose, make reservations. He plays Wednesdays at 21st Amendment. The food was good and the drinks were well done. Overall, this may be a new favorite hangout on Decatur.

This was outstanding—truly a 10/10 experience. Sophisticated but lively, great jazz, and excellent food. Hard to beat.

Great ambiance. Food was amazing. Drinks were great. Live music. Beautiful place. Make sure you make a reservation. It’s members only unless you make a reservation and eat there.

🎶 The Perfect Kickoff to Our Wedding Weekend at The Foundation Room! 🎶 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Foundation Room was the ultimate spot for our wedding meet and greet! From the start, Marguerite was so accommodating and made sure everything went smoothly. Tim, the door manager, and the bartenders went above and beyond to make every one of our family and friends feel welcome. And the band? ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. The energy, the music, the atmosphere — it was truly a vibe and the perfect way to set the tone for our wedding weekend. If you’re looking for a place with great service, incredible live music, and an unforgettable atmosphere, The Foundation Room delivers in every way!

We attended after a Birthday Dinner and the vibe was EVERYTHING AND ALEX AT THE DOOR WAS EXCELLENT AS WELL FOR OUR FIRST TIME ATTENDING. He made us feel at home. Shout out from NY, NJ, NC and DMV. Thank you!!

We find the Foundation Room is a nice break from the constant party atmosphere that can sometimes be The House of Blues. The private dining room and separate seating areas are very nice. Not always but often there is entertainment and the staff are dedicated to this one area. We find it nice for meeting with friends for a meal or just wine or cocktails

What and unexpected find! Great service and strong drinks & amazing food in the quarter! Fabulous atmosphere, cozy with areas to get away and enjoy the music. Jake Landry Band kept the vibes going till the DJ got the soul jamming to the beats. Alex is the Best! Thank you for a great night!

10/10 Food Drinks Ambiance Architecture Live music - Check Just make sure you have a reservation to get in, as it is members only, unless you have a dinner reservation

First time ever in New Orleans! Got off the plane, got to the hotel and went out on a mission to get a little snack. We were greeted by Alex who greeted and welcomed us at the entryway to the Foundation Room. It was a beyond pleasant surprise! The esthetic was moody and warm = loved it! Everyone was extremely attentive and friendly. The 3 piece band was incredibly talented and the drinks were delicious! Jeremy the bartender also gave amazing suggestions on where we should go and what to check out for the remainder of our stay. We will definitely be back!!!!

Beautiful space. Pretty good customer service. They had free live show the night i attended food was soooo yummy and well serviced.

The good - the staff was very nice and my steak was cooked to exactly medium rare. The bad - we were walk ins and I still had to make a reservation while I stood with the host (there was no line and only three tables dinning once we got in). This was a little awkward. Like I said my steak was cooked to precisely medium rare but was a bit dry. The garlic clove on the side was warmed but not roasted so it was decorative only. Our server forgot to put in the order for my husband's entree but they offered us a free dessert. Overall I wouldn't come back.

Had a good time here... it was a nice bar... drinks were decent..: loved the comfy chairs... the bartender was nice... we were visiting from California and looking for quaint bar... loved seeing some locals come in with their holiday costumes... would recommend this place... ordered some fries that were good too...

I was blown away with my experience at The Foundation Room New Orleans. From the Speak easy vibe entrance with a breathtaking water fountain to Beautiful artwork on the walls of the staircase. The host Paul was calm and friendly. Blake (a female) the bartender was attentive, made me a delicious drink off the menu and only charged me $13, which was generous considering the other drinks were $16 and up. The decor was gorgeous with the purples, blues and pink pillows and couches, beautiful chandeliers, and candles to set the mood . I enjoyed the Live music while eating this unorthodox grilled cheese Blake suggested. It was the BEST grilled cheese I ever had and it wasn't even traditionally made. I only wish it was a full sandwich. It was pricey ($18) for a half sandwich with no side. The foundation room was clean, pretty and the staff were super friendly. Upon departure, The host Paul invited me back to see the Burlesque show for my birthday. Although I had other plans, I was appreciative of the invite and complimentary tickets. This place gets 5 stars. I will be back

My friend and I had just landed in New Orleans and secured our hotel. We were looking to have a bite to eat before settling in for the evening. Headed out to find what could be brewing. Our first attempt was a fail but we decided to keep walking. In no time, we were greeted by a wonderful human, Alex, who immediately made us feel like we had found our answer. There are not enough words to describe our encounter with Alex but for first time New Orleans visitors in felt like an invitation to an exclusive evening ( and honestly, it was). Alex took us in and up to the Foundation Room where we were greeted by Mike, served by Jeremy. The music was excellent, the drinks well balanced and the food delicious. The ambience is incomparable. Truly felt like a dream. Jeremy and Alex both provided us with so much information to fully enjoy our visit in the city and we plan to return before heading out of town. I encourage anyone to seek out the Foundation Room for a luscious entertaining night out.

Great adult spot!! Expensive but not outrageous. Alex was really helpful with showing us what to do. Great guy!! The bartender was very knowledgeable and walked us through their process. Please check it out, it's good.

My best friend and I came here for dinner on our girls trip and it was phenomenal. Loved the atmosphere. Our waitress was busy but fantastic. Will definitely return. Their steak skewers were some of the best steak I've ever had. I highly recommend coming here even if you only order these.(their seriously that good!!) We tried multiple other things and all of them were absolutely delicious!

made a reservation for a special occasion a month in advance and the restaurant just cancelled a day before no explanation or apology given. Reservation was for a Saturday night and left me scrambling to find another suitable venue. Guess I'm SOL!!!!!!!

Alex provided excellent customer service for the Taylor swift dance party! We had such a good time!

It was nice. Service great, intimate setting. We only stayed a short time, but I enjoyed it while there.

One of my favorite chill spots since 1998 till present.. I've had the luxury of meeting and hanging with some important influential people in private

Food was not great at all. Place was empty and slow. I would never return and couldn't wait to pay the check and leaves

Great service Good cocktails. The band was comedic and fun. Enjoyed it a lot. Cool bar

Service is great! Alex, Thank you for the fabulous night! Can't recommend enough!!! Saw a super funny show.

I am so disappointed with this restaurant. I made sure that I read all the reviews on the food and drinks. Dress code etc.... First things first.....There was no one to greet us when we walked in. Turns out that the band that was playing that night, was on there way back upstairs to the restaurant. So they said to follow them, the elevator was out of service. So they said to catch a ride with them. (Service elevator) once we made it upstairs they greeted us and showed us to the table. The place is beautiful and the gentlemen was so nice and professional. Where things went south (bad) was our server. She was not dressed appropriate for that restaurant. Her stomach was exposed, (there is a place and time for that). Not when your going to pay almost $100 for a steak. She took forever to get our drinks. The 1st round came quick not the 2nd round. Then she kept coming over talking to us about restaurants and food, where to eat. This was my wedding anniversary dinner with my husband. And our cousins birthday celebration. So 4 of us. All dressed up. nice restaurant. We flew in from Chicago for this. We could have picked any restaurant but we didn't. We picked the Foundation Room. Then she had the nerve's to sit next to me as if she was having dinner with us. chatting for over 20 minutes. so much for romance, hell! she would not go away. So no intimate setting for us.

Love coming to this lounge! Always great service and vibes. While the food was good, it wasn't consistent, being that both our plates had something different on it or didn't have something originally from our previous visit. We still will be back again.

Spending it on New Year's Eve. Really good spot to spend it with family and friends. Highly recommended. The music is just a hoot!

Was skeptical about spending one of our limited nights in NOLA in essentially a chain bar. My buddies talked me into it over my objections. Happily, I was proven wrong and overwhelmed with amazing service from Areena. Somehow this spitfire of a waitress managed to be an expert on anything and everything we asked about New Orleans. By the end of our three hour night, she patiently sat down and made us a list of the twenty things she had recommended throughout the night. Never have I been served so attentively. Being our first night in town was perfect as we then had a list of local recommendations for everything we could possibly want to do. If you are lucky enough to be in Areena's section, you will have a great time. Food and drink were also good, but service won the night.

Food, service and ambiance are all outstanding. The new menu is terrific and the addition of raw and charbroiled oysters is a real treat. Staff are so incredibly accommodating.

My date and I attempted to dine here last night, but after waiting twenty minutes for a waitress who casually walked by us several times, we decided to leave. As we left, another party said we had made a good decision because they had waited thirty minutes between water refills. It felt like the waitpersons and the greeters were in conflict, and she was trying to prove her point by not waiting on us. Great theme for the restaurant as it fits the New Orleans mystery, but the execution needs work.

So I had one of the worst experiences a woman can go through while dining at the Foundation Room. My boyfriend and I booked reservations for 2/17/23, we were visiting out of town and had heard good things about the restaurant, it definitely markets itself as a high dining experience but it was anything but that. While my server was amazing another employee harassed me my entire dinner. At first I thought I was over reacting but I noticed a man walking up and down the hallway staring me up and down while I was eating. (we were seated in a big booth in the very back corner of the restaurant, definitely not an area you would be looking at) I got uncomfortable and pointed it out to my boyfriend which he then himself witnessed him walk back and forth staring directly at my chest. My boyfriend and I were obviously appalled and had told our waitress and she then explained that he was not the manager and he was the assistant manager and said he had many instances of making female staff and customers very uncomfortable with sexual comments and harassment. His name is Brandon Jones. I asked for her to get the manager and while we waited- Brandon Jones decided to walk down the hallway for possibly the 20th time in an hour....my boyfriend stared at him back this time though. Which triggered him to approach our table very aggressively, ask my boyfriend what his problem is, which my boyfriend explained that he had witnessed him staring at me in a very inappropriate manner for the entirety of our dinner. Which he then laughed and said he was the manger and was simply checking tables (which we already knew wasn't true because we already spoke to our waitress about his behavior) and when we said he wasn't the manger and go grab the ACTUAL manager he had nothing to say and walked away, and grabbed the manager. Rachel Carrillo approached our table, we told her the situation and she was "disgusted" and said she would do something about this sexual harassment, we told her our server was amazing, the food was great, but Brandon Jones made my dining experience as a women completely uncomfortable and not ok. It is 2023, women deserve better. I gave Rachel my information as she said she would escalate the situation to corporate (which is Live Nation btw), never heard from them or her. She offered us free drinks as an apology....like ma'am I do not want to be in your restaurant for another second. Get real. Some real tea- we were waiting for our Uber outside and recognized the bartender from inside and we complimented his drinks, he asked what had happened with Brandon, which we told him what happened. And he also confirmed that Brandon Jones has been seen all over New Orleans bars harassing and even physically assaulting women. Now I don't know if that's true but I wouldn't be surprised. Would never recommend this "restaurant" to anyone. BEWARE OF CREEPS.

This is a beautiful venue. I really enjoy the exclusivity of it and the nice music. You can eat, drink & play all in this area at the House of Blues. They did an excellent job with the remodel. I can't wait to head back there for some more events. If you can, make your way to this hot location and speak to them about membership.

I was very pleasantly surprised by the Foundation Room. My friend celebrated her birthday dinner here which gave me a chance to dine here for the first time. I always thought this was a lounge reserved for private events inside the House of Blues, so I wasn't expecting to be impressed, plus I always thought of it as a tourist trap based on its location. I was wrong about that. The dining room is located on the third floor adjacent to a lounge which had a live band playing. We were greeted by a very friendly host and seated promptly when our entire party arrived. The dining room is on the small side and has less than a dozen tables, so reservations are definitely recommended. For appetizers, our group shared the fried green tomatoes, pork belly and crab cakes. It was all delicious! I loved that their crab cakes had lumps of actual crabmeat with very little filler. The fried green tomatoes were also topped with crabmeat and done very well. As an entree, my husband and I split the scallops and fish of the day, which was redfish. Both dishes were excellent, generous portions with a lot of flavor. I've had scallops many times but never with tuna tartare on top. It was so good, I finished every bite! The redfish had some kind of lemon pepper seasoning and I really enjoyed the risotto it was paired with. I sampled the roast beef and filet from friends' dishes, and both were also very tasty. The service we received from our server, Isaac, was great! It was a nice gesture that our group was checked on more than once by the staff to make sure we were all enjoying our meals. Our food came out surprisingly quick for such a large group. I feel like that's worth mentioning since I'm used to food taking a long time to prepare for bigger parties. Foundation Room was a great start to our night!

Super cool spot atop the House of Blues! Bar tenders were on top of everything and bouncer was nice. We went to see a friend of ours DJ, which was GREAT! We had a blast. Swanky style. Really cool spot for a hangout in the FQ, close to canal.

Definitely wasn't what I was expecting for a New Orleans dinner. The food was extremely unseasoned and dry and required lots of salt, pepper and hot sauce to be tolerable. I had the Cajun carbonara and nothing was giving Cajun. Definitely wouldn't go back

So, I have to start by saying, I didn't really ALL of the reviews that came up when I searched for food in the French Quarter... I was surprised when: 1) I could not find the place or any specific signs for it 2) The doors were locked 3) We weren't members of the dining club (and may have been treated differently?) 4) the prices We ended up upstairs after an elevator ride where another hostess stand was staffed with 2 very pretty women. I cannot say anything good here (sorry), it was like they were notified that we were not members, but had to ask anyway and then basically treat us like we were an obligation versus guests... It was pretty bad, I am not going to lie. It was almost an immediate turn off. we were seated in a round room with beautiful architecture and furnishings ( like a rich, dark study but round with vaulted ceilings) we started with various compound butters and delicious breads - Even though I am gluten-sensitive, i ate it all up and paid for it later Mushroom bisque - delicious Scallops - delicious Seared Tuna - delicious Everything was delicious and NOTHING was left on our plates, but I feel like i have had similar meals with less of a price tag - we spent almost $300+ there with 1 bottle of wine and tipping... we weren't happy with the price or service, but happy with the food.

Service and drinks were fabulous. Atmosphere was perfect with excellent music and a suitable lounge area for conversation.

Loved this place and will have to look into the Boston private membership. It was great to sit with only a few people present and listen to great music. I wouldn't have known about this place if it wasn't for my sister. We didn't order food just drinks but it's a beautiful place to come when in NOLA again. Proper dress required, men must wear jackets so be prepared.

This is a must go!!! The theming and design is absolutely stunning at this HOB location and very much an old New Orleans Jazz vibe. Great for a romantic stop for drinks and music. Natasha who works in the box office took absolutely amazing care of us. She and her team went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and share a lot of the history of this location with us. She made our entire night and we'll revisit it every time we are in New Orleans.

Love the decor!! What a gorgeous lounge! We had dinner, food was great and service was impeccable. Such a great vibe. We will be back

What can I say that's bad about this place, lol nothing at all! I've been here a few times, and each time it was good. I fell in love with this place the minute I walked in. Each time I came here, it was for a party of some sorts at night. The lights were dim and it gave it a "only for the grown and sexy" type of atmosphere lol. In the middle of the place is the dance floor and to the left and right of the dance floor are nice seating areas. At the back of the dance floor is the bar, and ahead of the floor are large windows that overlook Decatur Street. For a cost (not sure of the prices) you can get a private section tucked off to the right side of the dance floor. The decor, dark colors and things on the wall that goes with the intimate feel. This venue was clean, from the bathrooms, to the main area, and even the first floor foyer. The venue workers made sure all used plates and glasses were picked up right away, once they were finished (my drink kept going missing). The bar was stocked with everything that I can think of, and the bartenders really did a good job of noticing who came first and knowledgeable about most of the requested drinks I heard ordered. The drinks are a bit expensive at this venue, but hey it costs to party after hours in the French Quarter when your grown and sexy lol. The area the venue is in is the French Quarter right off of Canal St and on busy Decatur. Something is always going on around there so to me it is safe. There are a few spots on the street to park if your lucky, but for others there's parking lots all along South Peters St a block away. I will say the venue itself, is the best place in New Orleans to hold a party, or a small reception. Love this place, but the membership prices are sky high!

this is my new favorite restaurant in nola it was AMAZING. food was phenomenal and the live music was so great. everyone working there was fantastic as well. great environment and service definitely definitely a must go to. alex was was such a cool dude, super nice and welcoming

This member's only hideaway with a private entrance into the House of Blues music hall is unlike any other restaurant/bar/lounge in New Orleans. I've been to the Foundation Room twice and was blown away both times by the ambiance, service and food trifecta. If I were the NOLA Community Manager, this is definitely where I'd host an Elite party! An elevator takes you up to the crystal corridor that leads to the Foundation Room. The lounge, dining room and prayer room are all exquisitely decorated in Eastern influenced style and the walls are draped in rich, colorful fabric. Seductive lighting and plush sofas and dining chairs add to "get relaxed" atmosphere. The Prayer Room is said to be adorned with Tibetan temple artifacts. The dining room intimately seats 45 and I especially like the booths with curtains you can close for privacy. Service is relaxed and casual, very refreshing for such an exclusive venue and I imagine an homage to southern hospitality. The upscale bistro menu is full of excellent choices but nothing I'd describe as unique. Not a knock, the food is fantastic, but don't expect innovative dishes or breathtaking plating. I have no idea how much a FR membership costs but am grateful to have friends who are members! If you ever get an invitation to go, say yes, you'll have a great time.

Man oh man. This has to be one of the neatest spots in New Orleans. I got to check this place out, thanks to a friend who is "in the know". This is basically an exclusive club type place that is located right above the House of Blues. It's dimly lit, sofas are everywhere, they are cozy corners with tables that you can sneak off to and it's decorated like only a super secret hideout can be, with cloth on the walls and interesting art everywhere. I totally "get" why membership to this place is so expensive ($1,000/year for just the "Bronze" package). This is one of those places where the New Orleans elite come to relax without fear of being bothered or harrassed. Also, there is naturally no photography allowed inside. I didn't get to experience any of the food...maybe one day. It's just neat that I can say that I have actually been inside this "inner sanctum".

Hmm...I ended up here after a show at HoB since my friends really wanted to hang out with the band and they had given us passes. I'm not really a velvet rope kind of girl so that part kind of annoyed me. It's a bar that charges huge prices for drink and you have to be invited in (or you have to a member or something). The decor is cool and there was a DJ with accompanying horn player spinning an eclectic selection of music. There's a couple of different spaces (including a VIP area) to escape the music and dancers. Then there was the crowd. It was bizarre. There was a definite sugar daddy/much younger woman thing happening. Maybe it is the velvet rope thing...people seemed really stoked to be in the space. I don't know. I like weird spaces. But the crowd just didn't do it for me. My friend who got us in acted like she was in hell...until the band showed up and she got to geek out. Then all was right with the world.

I really do not get it. Why is this room that looks like a cokehead's daydream exclusive. I am sorry wall to floor tapestry (some dirty and dusty) and pictures of kama sutra positions does not the wondrous atmosphere make. Bartenders were nice, and the band that was playing when I was there was great but the overall atmosphere was meh

I had so much fun here on the Friday night of Halloween weekend! It was my first time and I had no idea how things worked, so I had gotten my name on the list, but there was no one with a list at the entrance. Just walked right in and started mingling. I ran into a few people I know, even though the person who told us to come wasn't able to make it. DJ Raj Smoove did a good job with the music on this particular night, and I expected the drinks to be really expensive, but they weren't outrageous. About on par with other nice places. I appreciated the carpet because my shoes came off for some serious dancing. Lol.

Discovered this place while on a 15 year anniversary trip to the big easy. The service is really second to none. Food and value is amazing. This a a must if your In the area. You can't go wrong. Ambience is so cool!!

Outstanding atmosphere. Small quiet dining room right outside a very classy but eclectically decorated live music bar to enjoy before dinner. Great food and service.

I keep finding places that completely shock me at how awesome they are. I came to the foundation room for my friends 30th birthday dinner. We had a large group so the reservations were made in advance. We were treated very well from the time we walked in till we departed the building. I will say i didn't really give this place a chance at first, i thought "oh a chain, it'll be unremarkable". WRONG. Such great service from out waiter (and I'm an clown because i can't even remember his name) he clearly had been around the block and knew what he was talking about. They brought out a charcuterie plate and assorted breads with the most amazing butter assortment (don't you sit there and judge me- you would have included the butter in your review too if you taste it....) I had the, broccoli and cheddar soup (so good), diver scallops with polenta (such a sucker for a well cooked scallop) and my friends got the steak (so so so good) but really GET THE PORK BELLY APPETIZER DOOO IT. Get 2. And don't share em.

My first visit to the Foundation Room was this past weekend for my birthday. My birthday dinner was Amazing!! The ambiance as others have mentioned is outstanding!! But the food.. just delicious. I had know idea that the portion size was so large. I had the seafood platter.. it was large enough for two to share. I never had drum fish.. it was fried lightly to perfection. My husband had the pork chops with andouille sausages.. so good!! We spent the remainder of the evening listening to music! I My tip is to go earlier than your reservation to have drinks and to consume the atmosphere.

Great getaway from the noise Detailed waiters Romantic and charming ambiance Food was on point

Amazing service! The best service my friends and I ever had and don't believe we can find elsewhere. Our server Mike gave the best service, attentiveness, salesmanship and storytelling. Usually when someone comes to us too often or right when your mouth is full to check on you, you find it overwhelming or annoying...but it didn't feel that way at all. He was so genuine. Our food was phenomenal and in a large quantity! I didn't expect to get so much in my serving which was great, sadly didn't get to finish it all but definitely took it home. Would definitely go back again (and have Mike serve us)!

The Foundation Room (House of Blues) is a great restaurant easily accessible in the French Quarter. Ambience: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Food: 8/10 The entranceway to the restaurant is awesome. It looks as if it was once an alleyway, that was since converted into an indoor area. There is cool art on the wall, a fountain, and exposed brick. It all feels authentic and secretive. The host was also cool, and we both shared the fact that we were from Seattle. He was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about recommendations for things to do in New Orleans. Once upstairs in the restaurant, the brilliant decor continues. It all feels so dark (in a good way), secretive, and luxurious - great. The waiter service was also awesome, as the waiter was quick, attentive, and funny. So why 4 stars? The food was good - good, but not great. I personally had a bowl of the gumbo and fried fish. If I were to do it again, I'd probably have the lamb chop and macaroni. Overall, I would go again, though.

Where should I start? If you're ever in New Orleans, you must visit the Foundation Room at the House of Blues. I can truly say my fiancé and I enjoyed our experience from the moment we arrived. The decor is amazing and the staff was warm and courteous, which is always a good start in my book. We were greeted in the lounge with a glass of champagne by the hostess before dinner, as the DJ played a variety of hits that made everyone want to jam. After the good vibes, it was time for dinner which I was looking forward to since we landed in Nola. Our waitress Brandy was the sweetest thing this side of the Mississippi River. We've been to quit a few restaurants up and down the east coast, but the service we received from Brandy was hands down the best! Her knowledge of the menu and the way she described the items on it made your mouth water. Her unique southern charm made our dining experience extra special. For me it's all about the experiences, good food and good people, good times at the Foundation Room!

Went there prior to a show. Been to other Foundation rooms before. This is on par with them. Smaller but still nice and cool. Prices are crazy but they all are. You do get access to the upstairs bar and roped off are with dinner so that is nice for a GA show