Cochon RESTAURANT

Reviews

• JV

  Jonathan Vishnoi

  6 days ago
  1.0
  This was one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had. The service was completely unacceptable. I never received the oysters I ordered, and my soda never arrived either. To make matters worse, the server repeatedly walked past my table without checking on me or even offering a refill for my water. There was a complete lack of attention, communication, and basic customer service. It felt like my table was being ignored the entire time. For the prices charged, I expected far better treatment. The food I didn’t receive can’t be reviewed, but the service alone was enough to ensure I won’t be returning. Extremely disappointing.
• DB

  Danielle Beltre-Hall

  Jun 19, 2026
  5.0
  Carrington and Brandon were absolutely amazing servers & we had a wonderful experience from start to finish. A local recommended this place, so I’m glad we dropped in. The crawfish pie was delicious!! I would highly recommend. We also tried the rabbit and dumplings— I’m glad that we tried it because I’ve never had rabbit until then, but we weren’t over the moon about the dumplings.
• AH

  Amy Hjerpe

  Jun 19, 2026
  5.0
  We visited Cochon during our trip to New Orleans and enjoyed the overall experience. The atmosphere was lively and fun, and the drinks were well-made and definitely strong. I had two Old Fashioneds, and while they were very good, I would have loved a more unique or elevated presentation. We also tried alligator for the first time, which was a fun New Orleans experience. I ordered the chicken and andouille sausage gumbo, but unfortunately it wasn't my favorite dish of the evening. However, the rest of our group was very happy with their meals. The redfish received rave reviews and was described as absolutely amazing. Others enjoyed the charcuterie board and the rabbit and dumplings. While my entrée fell a bit short of expectations, the overall experience was enjoyable, and it's easy to see why Cochon is such a popular New Orleans dining destination.
• LY

  Leon Yin

  Jun 10, 2026
  4.0
  title: Professional service, but be mindful of the heavy, traditional Cajun flavor profile ​I recently visited to experience their signature dishes, including the smoked beef brisket and the gumbo. ​For those unfamiliar with traditional Cajun cuisine, I would like to offer a fair warning: the flavor profile here is very "hardcore" and heavily leans into traditional Southern characteristics. The gumbo features a very dark, deeply toasted roux that results in a distinct, robust, and slightly bitter charred aroma, while the spices are used quite heavily throughout the meal. The brisket follows a classic long-slow-braise style, focusing on achieving a very soft texture. ​To be candid, if you prefer lighter, more delicate flavors, or dishes that highlight the natural sweetness of fresh ingredients, you might find these preparations to be somewhat one-dimensional and overly heavy. ​That said, the service deserves high praise. I was not personally accustomed to the intensity of the gumbo, and the staff was incredibly professional. Upon noticing my feedback, they immediately offered to remove the dish from my bill, handling the situation with great care and integrity. ​Summary: If you are specifically looking to explore authentic, bold Cajun/Creole culinary traditions, this place is quite genuine. However, if you are looking for a meal with balanced, nuanced flavors, I would recommend ordering with caution or asking the staff about the intensity of the dishes before you commit.
• AS

  Anton Shinelev

  Jun 6, 2026
  5.0
  Guys, Cochon is not just a restaurant — it’s Cochon. If you’re in New Orleans and you want to try alligator (yes, actual alligator) and baked oysters with cheese and whatever magical thing they put on top — this is the place. It’s absolutely insane in the best way possible. I’ve tried similar dishes in a few spots around the city, but at Cochon it just blows everything out of the water. Honestly, nothing I’ve eaten there was anything short of incredible. The oysters were my first time ever trying them, and I was genuinely overwhelmed in the best way. After that I even went to other places in New Orleans, but nothing came close — Cochon just set the bar too high. One tip: sit close to the kitchen if you can. You get to watch everything happening live — the fire, the heat, the rhythm of the cooks. That energy makes the whole experience even better. The main dining room is nice, but I personally liked being closer to the action. Service is super friendly, the atmosphere is warm and lively, and everything just works. Bottom line: Cochon is Cochon. If you’re in New Orleans, don’t overthink it — just go.