Best Turtle Soup in New Orleans, LA

A dark, thick, and highly seasoned soup made from turtle meat, usually finished with a splash of dry sherry.

Commander's Palace

Garden District
4.7 / 5

The texture of this turtle soup is just perfection. It's so hearty and rich. Add some sherry to take it to a whole new level.

Local LegendClassicFine Dining
9.8Flavor
7.5Value
10Vibe

Brennan's

French Quarter
4.6 / 5

Elegant and earthy, anchored by a deep and resonant thrum that speaks of land and sea. The final splash of sherry adds a lifting hit of acidity.

ClassicHistoricInstagrammable
9.6Flavor
7.2Value
9.8Vibe

Galatoire's

French Quarter
4.5 / 5

A hearty and flavorful soup; the turtle meat has a slight gaminess to it but it's nothing overwhelming, and everything is balanced nicely.

Local LegendClassicHistoric
9.3Flavor
7.8Value
9.7Vibe

Mandina's

Mid-City
4.5 / 5

Mandina's does have the best turtle soup in the city. Also the attire is very casual and the prices are reasonable.

Hidden GemLocal FavoriteAuthentic
9.1Flavor
9.6Value
8.8Vibe
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