Best Jambalaya in New Orleans, LA

A quintessential one-pot rice dish influenced by Spanish and French flavors, typically containing meat, vegetables, and spices.

Coop's Place

French Quarter
4.3 / 5

Rabbit and Sausage Jambalaya is absolutely first-rate. It's the quintessential New Orleans dive experience.

Local LegendHidden GemDive BarCajun Style
9.7Flavor
9.2Value
7.8Vibe

Mother's Restaurant

CBD
4.4 / 5

Jerry's Jambalaya was the best that I have experienced so far. With a little tabasco sauce added to really spice it up, this jambalaya was incredible.

ClassicLocal LegendTourist FavoriteHistoric
9.1Flavor
8.5Value
8.2Vibe

Gumbo Shop

French Quarter
4.5 / 5

Everything was perfect, the real Creole thing. If you're not from around here, this is where you go to check these Louisiana classics off your bucket list.

ClassicHistoricAward WinningCreole Style
8.9Flavor
9.4Value
9.1Vibe

Jacques-Imo's Cafe

Uptown
4.6 / 5

The Creole Jambalaya was excellent and a terrific example of that classic dish. The atmosphere is always pretty lively.

Local LegendInstagrammableFunkyEclectic
9.4Flavor
7.6Value
9.8Vibe
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