La Petite Grocery
Bistro · East Riverside
4238 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115
Highlights
Blue crab beignets, paneed rabbit, and turtle bolognese
Blue crab beignets, paneed rabbit, and turtle bolognese
"A lunch standout for a paneed rabbit served with spaetzle, wilted greens, and creamy turnip purée in a grenobloise-style presentation: crispy rabbit brightened with capers and lemon, rich yet balanced, and easy to share. The restaurant also offers a strong wine list (suggested bubbles for lunch) and a jar of pickles—pickled okra, carrots, and cauliflower—that cuts through the richness and was described as a joyful accompaniment." - Henna Bakshi
"La Petite Grocery, a former 19th-century neighborhood grocery, was transformed by owner-chefs Justin Devillier and his wife, Mia, in 2010. In their 15th year, Devillier, a Best Chef: South James Beard Award winner, continues to spin traditional New Orleans cuisine with dishes like turtle Bolognese and blue crab beignets. The paneed rabbit with spaetzle, wilted greens, turnip puree, and a caper-forward sauce grenobloise is a house specialty." - Beth D’Addono
"A 200-seat, art-filled French Quarter brasserie that will close on May 25. Run by husband-and-wife partners Justin and Mia Devillier, the restaurant was known for a lively program that included burlesque performances, drag brunches and DJs. The proprietors announced the closure on Instagram, welcoming guests to come bid them adieu." - Beth D’Addono
"Despite New Orleans being a seafood city, the fried crab dishes are often more filler than actual lump or claw meat. That’s not the case at La Petite Grocery, where blue crab is thick and present throughout the entire beignet. Served with malt vinegar aioli, they’re excellent as a satisfying snack, especially when you’re cruising in and out of the stores on Magazine Street. Pair them with a LPG French 75, starring pear brandy instead of gin or cognac—it helps cut through some of the richness of the beignet. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - megan braden perry
"One of the best free things you can do in New Orleans is walk through Uptown and the Garden District on Magazine Street. The whole stretch is lined with restaurants, bars, and shops, so you can snack and drink as you go. But one place you’ll want to prioritize for dinner is La Petite Grocery, a bistro that does modern takes on Creole fine dining. While the whole menu is excellent, the turtle bolognese is especially good. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - megan braden perry, zella palmer, team infatuation
