Best Gumbo in New Orleans, LA

A thick, hearty stew made with a dark roux, the holy trinity of vegetables, and a variety of proteins like seafood or sausage.

Gumbo Shop

French Quarter
4.5 / 5

The seafood okra gumbo is the gold standard for a traditional New Orleans bowl, combining shrimp and crabs into a thick brown traditional Creole soup.

ClassicAward-WinningTourist Favorite
9.2Flavor
8.5Value
8Vibe

Dooky Chase's Restaurant

Treme
4.6 / 5

Go and get the gumbo with the side of fried chicken. Both are fantastic and great examples of simple foods cooked to perfection.

Local LegendHistoricalMust-Visit
9.8Flavor
8.2Value
9.5Vibe

Liuzza's by the Track

Mid-City
4.6 / 5

Liuzza's dark roux chicken, shrimp, crab and sausage gumbo stands out among my favorites in the city.

Hidden GemLocal FavoriteAuthentic
9.5Flavor
9Value
8.5Vibe

Commander's Palace

Garden District
4.7 / 5

To kick off my meal, I ordered the Seafood Gumbo, and let me tell you, it was an absolute game-changer! The flavors were exquisite.

Fine DiningIconicInstagrammable
9.4Flavor
7Value
10Vibe
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