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“named after the 19th century French Impressionist”
Café Degas was named after the 19th century French Impressionist, Hilaire Germain Edgar Degas, who in 1872 visited New Orleans and stayed for a short time down the street at 2306 Esplanade Ave.French artist and restaurateur, Jacques Soulas, came to New Orleans in 1980, and with his friend Jerry Edgar decided to build a restaurant that would be reminiscent of his homeland, and where diners could experience French Bistro atmosphere (with a New Orleans touch), good food and an inspired Wine List. They chose the current location for old historic charm, the area's artful and picturesque appeal, and because the available space was just right for the effect they were trying to create. Space is indeed tight in this small café, and we use the lack of space as an asset. How, you wonder? Well, since there isn't enough space for storage, everything is bought fresh every morning.Through the years Café Degas has become a standard for quality of food and service, as we continuously try to perfect the art of enticing the palate with our deliciously prepared daily specials and wine selection.
Ate here for the first time last night and everything was perfect! We had the shrimp appetizer, crawfish ravioli, drum fish entree. Enjoyed the French wine Joseph Drouhin. For dessert we had The... Read more
This is a really interesting building surrounded by verdant trees which contains a French Bistro inside which, as its namesake indicates, is named after Edgar Degas, the noted French impressionist... Read more
Arrived on a Sunday around noon and sat outside in the heat of summer because it was going to be a 40 minute wait for inside. Despite the heat and dripping sweat, I still enjoy the food so much.... Read more
Cafe Degas
Hours
- Sun: 10:30 am - 9:30 pm
- Tue: 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
- Wed, Thu: 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
- Fri: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Sat: 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Credit Cards Accepted
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