Dragos Seafood Restaurant - Hilton New Orleans Riverside - New Orleans (LA)

3 /5 Amy Thompson, Realtor in Seattle & the Eastside Sothebys International Realty: This is the third time this year I followed a social media foodie’s advice and was disappointed. The oysters were chargrilled but there was hardly any oyster to taste. The bread was good and fluffy. The best meal was the chicken tenders from the child menu for my child. The seafood pasta was good. We enjoyed the atmosphere. There was not live jazz. We thoroughly enjoyed strolling the river to the venue.

5 /5 Navon F: I was in New Orleans for the Sugar Bowl (Georgia vs. Ole Miss — Go Dawgs!), and no trip to NOLA is complete without char-broiled oysters. After some discussion, my friends and I landed on Drago’s Seafood Restaurant, and it did not disappoint. We walked right in, grabbed seats at the bar, and didn’t waste any time ordering three dozen char-broiled oysters along with a few drinks to pregame for the game. The oysters came out hot, sizzling, and absolutely delicious—exactly what I was hoping for. We washed them down with cold beers and a shot of Don Julio Reposado. The bartender was friendly, attentive, and had us served quickly and efficiently, leaving us plenty of time to make it to the game. Overall, it was a great experience, and I’d 100% do it again the next time I’m in New Orleans.

5 /5 It’s me B: I highly recommend the charbroiled oysters. It has a smoky, buttery, savory flavor profile that is way more delicious than I expected it to be. The customer experience expert, Darren sold us on the oysters and I am so glad he did. The atmosphere of this location is mixed in with the hustle and bustle of the Hilton hotels shared space so it doesn’t feel as uniquely intimate as I would have liked. But still if you’re in the area is a must try.

5 /5 Jessica Halder: Just STELLAR food. Charbroiled oysters are a must. Gator tacos are phenomenal. Sweet potato fries hit. Absolutely amazing seafood. The restaurant does get really busy, so the service is mid. It is an upscale restaurant though, so it is a nice environment for dinner. Would definitely come back!

5 /5 Sixi Ma: The chargrilled oysters were wonderfully seasoned, with rich butter, high heat, and garlic softened to a perfect melt. Half a dozen disappeared in seconds. The lobster pasta was also beautifully done. The noodles were cooked to a soft, comforting texture and blended with a savory sauce that lingered on the tongue. The portion was generous. The alligator taco was more average. Although many people recommend it, the alligator meat had a spongy, chicken-like texture that was not very appealing. The dessert, however, was astonishing. It felt like something meant for four people. Even with two of us working on it for ten minutes, the peak remained untouched. Beneath a mountain of whipped cream were cold scoops of ice cream and a warm brownie, a combination that kept the textures changing with every bite. A lovely experience overall.