World-Renowned Gumbo in a Family-Owned Restaurant

Experience the rich flavors of New Orleans at The Gumbo Shop – where every dish tells a story.

Why Are We Famous?

Founded in 1948 and proudly located in the New Orleans French Quarter, Gumbo Shop has won the Best Gumbo category every year since 1999 and the Readers’ Choice Award 3 times.

However, Gumbo Shop doesn’t just serve world-renowned gumbo — its restaurant and full menu also consist of seafood, chicken, sides, starters, handcrafted cocktails, and classic Creole cuisine, served in a variety of sizes.

Best gumbo

since

1948

Google Reviews

9,223 Reviews

AWARD-WINNING

The world-famous gumbo shop

In New Orleans, the French influence over local cooking was just the beginning.

Just as gumbo is a blend of many cultures, so is the origin of the word. Below sea level and shaped like a crescent on the Mississippi River, this land was originally home to the Choctaw Indians. They introduced “kombo” (powdered sassafras, also known as filé) to settlers as a staple for one of many styles of the indigenous soup we call gumbo! Their word came from the African word for okra, “ki ngumbo”, which can be used as a thickener for gumbo, just like filé.

We reap the bounty from nearby waters: fish and shrimp from the Gulf of Mexico, crabs from Lake Pontchartrain, and crawfish from area swamplands. The Gumbo Shop is world-famous for serving the best gumbo, and it can even be delivered to your doorstep!

THE GUMBO SHOP

“VOTED THE BEST GUMBO SHOP IN
AMERICA!”

Imagine stepping into a culinary time machine as you dine in our restaurant housed in a historic colonial townhouse, built in 1796 and operating as Gumbo Shop since 1948. Once home to the mayor, the upper floors still echo with history, while the walls are decorated with vibrant murals showcasing the rich heritage of New Orleans. Here, you’ll savor a fusion of cultures, experiencing an array of dishes that tell their own story.

Dine-In

COME ON IN AND DINE WITH US

Dining in at the Gumbo Shop is an experience. Check out our menu to see our customer’s favorite dishes!

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US

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   Jess Hester 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was an excellent experience. Sven was our server and he took the best care of us. The food was incredible and the drinks were so good. Highly recommend for an affordable meal in the quarter that will exceed your expectations.
  
 
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   Lorri Boatright 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our server was Harley.  She was precious and knowledgeable. She made our delicious dinner so much better.
  
 
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   Jan Stringer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Food was very good. Red beans and rice were the favorite of the 4 dishes we had.
  
 
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   Carole Lampron 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beau restaurant avec petite terrasse dans la cours intérieure, service impeccable de la part de Lashondra. Plats typiques et délicieux.
  
 
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   Matt Sherer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Always a great experience here.  Plenty of delicious Cajun choices n the menu. Excellent drinks, too.  Shout out to Harley, our server.  She was very friendly, attentive, and just excellent.  I highly recommend going here.