Miss River

4.1
293 reviews
Outdoor restaurant terrace overlooking a calm river, featuring modern wicker chairs, tables with gold lamps, and large black umbrellas under a clear blue sky.

About

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Miss River at the Four Seasons New Orleans offers a grand Creole dining experience in the heart of the French Quarter. Led by renowned Chef Alon Shaya, the restaurant serves elevated New Orleans favorites with bold Cajun flavors and local ingredients. Signature dishes include Whole Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Seared Duck Breast, and Red Beans and Rice. Open for lunch and dinner, diners can savor expertly crafted dishes throughout the day. Enjoy a lively weekend jazz brunch every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, featuring a Bloody Mary bar and live jazz. Perfect for any special occasion, Miss River delivers an unforgettable experience for lunch, dinner, or brunch in New Orleans.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryNot available
  • TakeoutNot available
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable

Location

Miss River
2 CANAL STREET, New Orleans, LA
70130, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
293 reviews
5 stars
186
4 stars
33
3 stars
25
2 stars
24
1 star
25

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on food quality; some dishes praised while others criticized for being bland or poorly executed.

Service Issues

Frequent complaints about slow and inattentive service, with some positive experiences noted.

Atmosphere

Generally positive feedback on the restaurant's ambiance, though some found it lacking due to noise or discomfort.

Value for Money

Many customers felt the prices were high relative to the quality and portion sizes of the food.
  • AS
    Ashleigh Smith
    Jan 5, 2026
    5.0
    We were here for New Year’s Eve dinner. The food was delicious!! One of the best meals we ate during our week in New Orleans. Malik our server was awesome and made sure we had a great meal. We would definitely go back!
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    r l
    Jan 2, 2026
    5.0
    Our server Malik and the manager, a gentleman from South Africa(sorry I didn't get your name) went above and beyond for us(3) on NYE. Our celebration was unforgettable because of these two men. Thank you for your excellent service and kudos to the chef.
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    Chris
    Dec 28, 2025
    1.0
    I must express my profound dissatisfaction with my recent dining experience, which I consider to be the most unsatisfactory I have ever encountered. I believe this establishment is significantly overrated. In my professional opinion, the culinary staff responsible for the preparation of my meal should be reevaluated. The fried chicken was notably overcooked and excessively salty. The scrambled egg toast, advertised as containing cheese, lacked any discernible cheese flavor. Furthermore, the shrimp and grits dish contained an insufficient quantity of grits. Upon bringing these concerns to the attention of the waiter, I was informed that this was the establishment's "standard." This was, without a doubt, the worst experience I have ever had.
  • TY
    T Y
    Dec 28, 2025
    5.0
    We were advised by a local that Miss River was a must do for dinner. We were surprised, given the name, that we were not able to see the Riverfront. Nonetheless, the atmosphere was very nice. Our server was very knowledgeable regarding the menu and the local history. We had crab cakes, chicken Cesar salad, and blackened fish: all of it was delicious. We would definitely go again.
  • GB
    Gloria Boyer
    Dec 26, 2025
    1.0
    This waiter must have been a new employee our meal came out before our appetizer, the waiter toke our main course back to the kitchen, when they brought out our main course again my dinner was cool a little heat but not much, we had oyster for our appetizers and they were grate only thing I had to ask for was for more horseradish only and the person helping our waiter could not understand that, he had to go back several times to the kitchen to get us more horseradish because they gave you very little I was hard to make him under we only wanted horseradish not the sauce, so my NY strips was very chewy cut up a few pieces and ate them, but I had him take it back and ordered more oyster still had to pay for the NY but it is what it is, We will not be eating there again. Make reservations for 4 even if you have 2 in your party the seats for two is very uncomfortable

Frequently Asked Questions About Miss River

What can I expect from the brunch menu at Miss River?

At Miss River's brunch, you can expect a selection of dishes that blend traditional Louisiana flavors with modern twists, such as buttermilk-fried chicken and biscuits, pain perdu topped with bananas and pecans, and shrimp and grits.

What are some of the signature dishes at Miss River's Creole restaurant in New Orleans?

Signature dishes at Miss River include whole carved buttermilk-fried chicken, clay pot dirty rice with seared duck breast, and salt-crusted Gulf red snapper.