Junebug

Junebug has the vibes. Beautiful building and nicely decorated….almost like an old speakeasy. So very cool 😎 and fun! We were a party of 3 with reservations. Our server was Sav who was knowledgeable explaining Junebug’s extraordinary drink menu - very unique. Sav was also attentive without too much hovering. Our evening consisted of martini set up, frozen slow gin fizz, pickled shrimp dip, hot fried oysters, tuna crudo, hanger steak- ordered by two of us, the gulf fish- this was a red fish, fries with comeback sauce and a preserved lemon semifreddo. The drinks were fabulous, the appetizers - dip, oysters & crudo - delectable. The entrees were limited about four to choose from. Certified something for everyone though. The gulf fish was a red fish; was very flavorful. The hanger steak were cooked to perfection but, the Worcestershire sauce was just too over baring to enjoy the perfectly cooked to perfection steak. Junebug was very thoughtful on our remarks and cooked us another steak without the sauce. I would ask for sauce on the side for dipping next time. The fries with comeback sauce was not a must have in my opinion, the two other guest who were with me had also stated this same feeling. The dessert was not my favorite but we were sharing and my friend said it was enjoyable but probably would not order that again when coming back to Junebug. This restaurant is fairly new, only operating about six months and maybe some tweaking still needed as far as Junebug’s menu. We all said we would come back.

We just hosted my wife’s 39th birthday party at Junebug and it was an incredible night. Kate was amazing to work with. She was thoughtful, responsive, and made the entire planning process feel easy. The space was beautiful and perfect for our group of 28. The food was outstanding. Shannon prepared everything and our guests couldn’t stop talking about how good it all was. The drinks were also a hit and the service was great from start to finish. I would absolutely recommend Junebug to anyone planning a special event. Kate and her team made the night feel seamless and memorable.

My wife took me here for an early birthday dinner and it was amazing! The atmosphere is calming and this place has so much character to it! Maura was such a delight to get to know and was even kind enough to give us some recommendations for the rest of our trip here! We will definitely add Junebug to our list of repeats for our next visit ❤️

We loved this new eatery! The ambiance is cool & relaxed. There’s photos of musical artists all over the walls in the hallway and their vinyl collection is interesting. We loved the menu. It’s broken down into shareable and a few mains. Try the foie gras banana bread but save it for the end, it’s like a desert! I recommend this to all of my friends & the ones that came are also recommending it. Come here & you won’t be disappointed.

Their take on midori sour was so refreshing! Server was nice. The only disappointment is when we ordered wings it was all drumsticks. Server said it’s because so many people request for flats only. I wouldn’t had ordered if I knew it was only going to be drums. Communicate to guests if there isn’t flats… That might be a good surprise for drum stick lovers though.

Junebug is a bar and dining highlight of New Orleans. They were able to seat us, without a reservation, way faster than they had guessed. The service was friendly and quick without us feeling rushed. The food was great. Highly recommend the meatballs, paté melt, or the croquettes. The paté melt is a hefty sandwich. The dessert menu looks great but we're too full to explore it. Cocktail selection is expansive, beer options are solid.

This place was the food highlight of our 4 day trip. And we really didn’t strike out anywhere. It’s NOLA after all. Hanger steak was incredible! And the rings were so perfect. But I tried several other items, the potato fingerlings shocked me, so tasty! Mozzarella and watermelon? Who knew? Excellent. The Yellowfin was wildly delicious and spicy! Croquettes were crazy good. Crème brûlée was really good, also. The bar and the whole vibe was charming AF! Shoutout to Frankie, our server! And the star of the show, I took a double order to go, was the Foie and banana bread. It immediately shot to the top of my “fav banana bread list” with like zero hope of being dethroned… ever. Junebug. Top tier.

I went there on a date with my girlfriend. The place was pretty with nice blue wall paper and exposed brick. The food was great! We had the chips and olives which were light and flavorful. We had the fried oysters which was a nice way to have cooked oysters that wasn't charbroiled (I love charbroiled it was just a variety offered). But the late menu was just as great! A burger so good that even though we were full, we packed up the two last bites to have later that night. Wings that were good and blue cheese that was really great. All in all it was a really nice place.

Junebug has the vibes. Beautiful building and nicely decorated....almost like an old speakeasy. So very cool and fun! We were a party of 3 with reservations. Our server was Sav who was knowledgeable explaining Junebug's extraordinary drink menu - very unique. Sav was also attentive without too much hovering. Our evening consisted of martini set up, frozen slow gin fizz, pickled shrimp dip, hot fried oysters, tuna crudo, hanger steak- ordered by two of us, the gulf fish- this was a red fish, fries with comeback sauce and a preserved lemon semifreddo. The drinks were fabulous, the appetizers - dip, oysters & crudo - delectable. The entrees were limited about four to choose from. Certified something for everyone though. The gulf fish was a red fish; was very flavorful. The hanger steak were cooked to perfection but, the Worcestershire sauce was just too over baring to enjoy the perfectly cooked to perfection steak. Junebug was very thoughtful on our remarks and cooked us another steak without the sauce. I would ask for sauce on the side for dipping next time. The fries with comeback sauce was not a must have in my opinion, the two other guest who were with me had also stated this same feeling. The dessert was not my favorite but we were sharing and my friend said it was enjoyable but probably would not order that again when coming back to Junebug. This restaurant is fairly new, only operating about six months and maybe some tweaking still needed as far as Junebug's menu. We all said we would come back.

Ambience is silky and cozy, music is at the right level to have a chat, service is friendly and drinks are good. My only complaint is the menu is not my favorite; it's a combo of lots of things that don't seemingly match. Light bites are chips, nuts and olives. I'd like a more creative flair. I tried a cornbread gnocchi with lamb ragú, and while the taste was okay, I hated the same, soft texture all throughout and it was an unappealing presentation. They are fairly new so I will go again, but am going to give them some time to work out the menu. They'll have to learn fast as other good restaurants like Gianna and Meril's are just a short walk away. My recommendation: go for drinks and coziness. Don't expect to be wowed by the food.

I'd seen so many beautiful photos of Junebug and couldn't wait to experience it for myself. The atmosphere did not disappoint--stylish and inviting--so I was excited to settle in and enjoy the evening. I started with the Party on Plastic cocktail, which was fruity and smoky--something I'd order again. Since I visited on a Friday after 10 pm, the condensed late-night menu was in effect. My friend and I shared a few snacks: duck quacklin', a pickle plate, and fries with comeback sauce. While the space was gorgeous, the food was just okay, and the service could have been better. We had to flag down our server each time we needed something, as she didn't check in much. I'd give Junebug another try, but I'm not in a hurry to go back.

Never heard of this place, but a friend recommended it for dinner. The inside is fabulous! Sat at the bat to grab a drink while I waited, and the bartender was great. They serve delicious cocktails. Decor was nice..good date spot. Food is tapas style which I love, as it gives us the chance to try a lot of different items. The croquette balls were delish. The tuna crudo was pretty bland but the fish was fresh. Oysters were pretty good as well as the fries. Loved the dipping sauce. The beet salad was light and fresh. Overall it was a pretty good experience. You will need to order several things because the portions are small.

What a cute place! I love the interior design of the bar and the ambiance it creates. I also loved that the bartender is practically the DJ and he blessed my friend and I with a great vibe. He knew it was my bday and made me feel very special by curating a custom cocktail along with a sweet taste of a little lagniappe shot. We didn't hang too long but our quick visit was memorable and I can't wait to come back with more friends to get into the groove.

I love the fresco'd walls. Very dimly lit so beware if you have trouble in lowlight situations. Your eyes do adjust after a bit. Our host, young curly haired guy, was thankfully able to squeeze us in. Very nice and personable. Our server, Sav, was very nice and attentive. She even brought my friend a perfect drink after being told to surprise her! Had the pickled shrimp dip and the bacon and duck creppinnettes. The shrimp dip was good. Definitely was expecting more tang. It was still tasty. Wish there was more. The duck and bacon creppinnettes, which I realized were meatballs when they arrived, were delicious. The bacon flavors are incorporated into the meatballs instead of just lazily sprinkling bacon on top. Really good! There are a few more things I want to try on their menu so I'll be back

Beautiful bar and restaurant with great drinks and food. Decor is stunning and there's a beautiful outdoor space as well.

This place has some of the best French fries I ever had in my life. Sat at the bar for drinks and have like 4 orders of fries after I left dinner. The bar service was great and the drinks were very good. Nice vibes overall

I think I need to come back for the late night menu to really get the full experience. There's a Duck Reuben that I NEED to have. But anywho, we came as a party of three for a birthday. We didn't have reservations but were seated in the bar high top area after a few minutes. This place is beautiful. The arching lights over the bar are my favorite. We only came in for drinks and appetizers as we were going somewhere else after. Our server, Sav, was really nice and informative. For my drink, I ordered the Paid in Full. Just the right amount of sweetness and it packed a nice punch! For the appetizers, we shared the Pickled Shrimp Dip, which was cool and refreshing, very tasty as well. I also ordered the Duck and Bacon Crepinettes. Those were really good. Definitely need to return to try the entrees and the sandwiches!

Decided to try this new spot and was not disappointed. The ambiance is everything. Located in an old recording studio and they play music on vinyl. We sat at the bar, which is gorgeous. The service was very attentive. The cocktails were amazing and the food was very unique & refreshing. I've already been back and I can't wait to go again.

My husband and I read about Junebug and we decided to try them out - the staff was amazing - small portions but delicious and delightful! They were only open a few weeks when we came for dinner - but you would never know it - the decor was cool and the place is huge - outdoor area as well - give it a shot ! You won't be disappointed:) Out

Great atmosphere and food. I loved my experience. It was a nice addition to the festive food scene. Great for a date or hangout with friends. A sexy spot! We ate the cornbread lamb gnocchi, duck meatballs and mash, and pickled shrimp dip with crab boiled crackers. Everything was yummy!! Service was excellent!!

I think maybe it's best not to try a restaurant when it first opens because they haven't worked out all the kinks...but still I was there. It is a gorgeous restaurant but beware there is no cell phone service in here. I do want to say that as a disclaimer I think my experience would've been better with possibly a different server. Our server was very nonchalant and did not know much about the menu. Being that it is a new restaurant there are virtually no pictures to look at so when we asked questions about the menu he didn't have the answers and never came back with the answers. We started off by ordering dirty martinis. 15 minutes later our server came back and said they were actually out of olive juice. That was strange to me because they have olives as a starter on their menu but I ended up ordering a lemon drop. The cocktail glasses are tiny and my drink wasn't even full nor was there any rim. For food we started with the tuna crudo, fried oysters and duck & bacon crepinettes. All 3 were great! I asked for salt and pepper and I was brought out 2 condiment containers instead of a shaker. For entrees my friend ordered the lamb gnocchi and 3 of us ordered hangar steaks. I ordered medium for my temperature and the server said they recommend medium rare and can't guarantee the quality if we don't get that temperature. I have literally never heard that in all my life of eating steak. Anyway, the steak was fine but I wasn't aware it would be drowned in sauce. I didn't care for the sauce at all. The manager, LB, was very kind and a perfect example of how management should address customer concerns. Anyways, I'll be back once they kind of get into their groove

Service definitely needs improvements. We like to restaurant hop, have drinks, and share appetizers for variety when in Nola. It wasn't that busy. Not sure why the service was so poor

I'm giving this place 3 stars. I loved the atmosphere and esthetic. However, the food was very lackluster. We decided on the 3 plates for $29. I love the idea of shareable plates but I thought the plates were mediocre at best. We picked the croquettes monsieur, duck, and eggplant schnitzel. And let's just say we were still hungry. The cocktail menu is a book with many options. I decided on the "Kiss me not". It was more on the tart side than sweet side and a twist on an Aperol spritz. I would say this is more of a high end cocktail bar than a restaurant. I'd definitely come back for a cocktail at the bar!

I will preface this by saying I went literally the day after they opened so there were, understandably, still some kinks to work out. First, I had a reservation so one person had apparently arrived before me and had been seated. When I came in and gave my name, I was seated at a different table on the other side of the restaurant and had no idea my friend was there. I genuinely thought she was lost and was blowing her texts up. It took a while (long enough for her to get her cocktail) for us to realize she was in that back section the whole time. I did get a complimentary glass of champagne from the host before that though so I forgave her lol. The next kink was that I was served a completely different drink than what I had ordered. Another waitress came along and got me the correct one pretty quickly though. My correct drink was very good. It was the Party on Plastic. I ordered the duck and bacon crepinettes as my app. I wasn't the biggest fan but that doesn't mean there was anything wrong with them, I just did not enjoy the texture and the taste threw me off a bit. I got the hanger steak as my entree with fries instead of onion rings. The cook on the steak was spot on. However, I did not like the sauce on it AT ALL. I wish I would've thought to ask for it on the side because it messed up an otherwise perfect steak. I am not discouraged though. I do want to return one of these days and look forward to updating this review.

Such a beautiful place but probably the worst dining experience I've had. We went for a birthday party of 12. The restaurant was very empty so I don't know why the service was so poor. There was a very long wait time for our server to bring drinks and longer periods where no one checked in on to even order. One appetizer never came so I had to re order after the entree was brought out. The glass of wine I ordered was spilled on my friend by the waiter and she didn't bring another one to me until I asked later. One friend in our party never received his entree! I'm sorry to leave such a bad review but this was such a bad experience, I'm kind of shocked.

I was a bit disappointed overall--I expected more. The flavors in the dishes just didn't stand out; nothing had that 'wow' factor. It felt like the seasoning or execution could've been pushed further. That said, the food was decent, the drinks were solid, and the ambiance was relaxed and enjoyable. Our server was very pleasant and attentive!

I think this is a nice spot that gives the cutesy, dim speakeasy type vibe, and it could be even nicer if some tweaks were made. Firstly, I was impressed by how spacious it is! And I like how the 3 rooms all give different experiences. The front room is more "cocktail bar" and has lots of natural light, the middle room is more of an evening loungey-sexy feel, and the the back area is elegant dinner-dining. Our server was nice and helpful with the menu. The coquettes and oysters were both good. The drinks were good as well...on par for a $15-17 cocktail spot. I'm not huge on frozen drinks but the frozen Pimm's cup was yummy and also, pretty strong! They need to work on the WiFi...it was really tough to text and load apps in there. Also, the host staff was a bit stale and unwelcoming...they were giving very much meh and annoyed which wasn't a great first impression, but it was overall a good experience.

Ask for Braxton to guarantee an unforgettable experience! Oh, and don't skip out on the crudo!

Junebug hits hard with bold flavors and killer drinks. The fried chicken sandwich? Crispy, juicy, and downright filthy in the best way. The smoked olives bring deep, briny heat--impossible to stop eating. The French 75 is crisp and sexy, while the Old Fashioned stays strong and smooth. Damn good spot.

When we arrived we had a 10PM reservation. We were immediately seated in the back where the tables were. The food was great we had the oysters, fries with the comeback sauce and a couple of drinks. We had a party of six. While we are sitting maybe an hour one of our guest gets frantic and scream saying she saw something big crawling on the wall. We adjust ourselves now everyone is looking for what we thought to be a lizard. Our guest sat on the opposite side of the table we continue to socialize and about 20 minutes later she screamed. She saw it again, we all saw it, it was a mice running up the wall. We weee sitting at the last table to the right. There are exposed pipes with an unfinished ceiling. However, while the team is cute for the restaurant one of the pipes had a hole. The mice was crawling in and out of the hole.

Eh. The food is okay. The cocktails are okay. Everyone tried a signature ending up ordering their favorite preference & we just don't have to return here. The service was great. We loved the server.

Junebug is gorgeous. They've got the center of interest (the bar), great vibes, lighting, wallpaper porn and are working on a super sexy patio! Visually, they are delightful. We ordered a lot of 'shockingly small' plates for the table. Of all the things we ordered, the smoked olives, fries and ham and cheese croquettes were our favorites. We also ordered the pimento cheese (sugar? In it), meatballs and pickled shrimp dip. All were okay, but, not stand outs and exceptionally small portioned. Service was friendly, but, slow and we did have some long waits in between orders. One order was misheard and we received the croquettes instead of the meatballs. They allowed us to keep the croquettes and did not charge us for them. Fortunate mishap, because they were delicious and we very much enjoyed them. Hope they improve on their 'flow'. While I loved the look of the place and the food was generally good; the tiny portion sizes (we ordered small plate items-but-not itty bitty teensy weensie) and spotty (although friendly) service make me hesitant. Try them! Maybe it was an off visit. It's a groovy setting.

The vibes are 10000! This place is so cute, service is amazing. I love the way the drink menu has the side A & B for low ABV options. Hangar steak is a must! Bonus: they have happy hour !!

We attended the Opening Party and Friends & Family services at Junebug just prior to its opening and were charmed by the great vibe. The location is in the Warehouse District and literally right down the street from the WWII museum. The venue is spacious and full of ambience focusing on NOLA rhythm and Blues and Funk music. The menu is varied and has some very tasty and interesting takes on known standards. The Duck and Bacon Crepinettes and Cornbread Gnocchi are standout and the Hot Fried Oysters and Remoulade were perfect. The craft cocktails we tasted fit the vibe of the place. A favorite was the Frozen Ramos Gin Fizz. Will be returning to this place soon

I went with my friend and we had a great experience! Our server was knowledgeable with the menu, and was always one step ahead of our needs! The space itself was stunning and each detail was well thought out. The food and drinks were delicious and reasonably priced - overall a great dinner and one that I hope to have again soon!

Saw this place on TikTok and really wanted to like it. To say it was a disappointment is an understatement. The bar looks cool, but they wouldn't let us sit there even though there were open seats which should have been a sign of things to come. The sat us in this room by the bar with wonky tables and meh decor. All of this is forgivable. The service however was not. Could never find our waitress. The wine came out a full twenty min before the cocktails. At one point my friend spilled a glass of water, which happens, couldt find anyone to give us a napkin or rag went to the bar to ask, he told us to ask the hostess (what??) and the hostess made me wait for her to sit people first. So I just kind of stood there. Wet. The drinks were mediocre at best. The menu was trying waaaaaaay too hard to be cool, it was just over all a pretentious mess with crappy drinks and TERRIBLE service. Never again.

I love the small atmosphere and the fact that it's loud. The drinks were good and the 3 small plates we ordered were delicious. Will definitely go back

Beautiful space but seem to struggling to get their service off the ground. The worst part was the hosting service that greeted us with shade and eye rolls instead of smiles. Sat at the bar which was what we expected without a reservation. The bartenders were warm and welcoming but seemed to be overwhelmed with a less-than-half-full establishment. The menu itself has potential but the drinks took quite a while and didn't come close to filling the glass. My drink in the photo was the fullest, the spritz didn't even cover the ice. Seems silly to offer a whole "tasting menu" of drinks when they can't even keep up mixing full size portiions - that's just extra work for the bartenders without any reward. Bar snacks were laughable in quality for the price tag. This place has all the right bones but really needs to step it up if they want to last!

Junebug is a beautiful restaurant! We dined with family last night and it was delicious. First of all our server (Laurasage) was delightful, efficient, friendly and professional. We asked to be seated in the back where it was a bit quieter and she accommodated us promptly. She guided us through our meal and made great suggestions. We ordered the fried oysters, shrimp dip with crackers, coal carrots, endive salad to start. We shared all 3 entrees... the lamb gnocchi, the hangar steak and the drum. EVERYTHING that we ordered was delicious. We will definitely be back.

the vibes are really great and the food was fine. I enjoyed the crudo and onion rings. the frozen gin fizz was delicious but wasn't frozen until after 6 so I was unable to get the happy hour price. it was our waitresses first night and she was so sweet but we felt bad she didn't have additional support from management, we didn't see any sort of manager on the floor. there were a lot of people working but no direction from any leaders. the dessert was a soupy creme brûlée and the bill was wrong. when we alerted the waitress she was so kind about it but the second time it was still wrong but we just wanted to leave so we paid. would maybe go back to sit at the bar but unsure about much else

Came in at 5PM on a Sunday just hoping to sit at the bar. We were greeted terribly by the host and hostess who looked at us like we had three heads. There were plenty of seats at the bar, but the host and hostess made it feel like a chore to seat us. We didn't feel welcome. Food was subpar at best. Thankfully, our bartender was very kind and her service to us took this experience from 0 stars to 2 stars.