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View RestaurantMulate's | The Original Cajun Restaurant
Experience authentic Cajun flavors at this New Orleans favorite. With a 4.1-star rating, enjoy live music, cocktails, and delicious seafood. Discover the taste of Louisiana today.
Seafood · American•$$•4.1(5,278)•New Orleans
Cajun fare and live zydeco music in a rustic, wood-beamed space flanked by a dance floor & full bar.
About Mulate's | The Original Cajun Restaurant
This New Orleans establishment offers a genuine taste of Cajun country. With a solid 4.1 out of 5 stars from over 5,000 reviews, diners consistently praise the delicious food and vibrant atmosphere. It's a popular spot, indicated by its "$$" price range, and a great choice for groups looking for a lively experience. Patrons often highlight the sampler plates for a chance to try a variety of signature dishes, from alligator to frog legs. The addition of live music often enhances the dining experience, creating a memorable evening for visitors and locals alike. This is a place to savor the spirit of Louisiana.
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Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Mulate's |
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4.1 / 5.0(5,278 reviews)
1st time in NOLA and restaurant was close to hotel. We tried the sampler plate as we wanted to try everything. The food was delicious. Had gator, fish, shrimp frogs legs and the sausage with stuff in it. Great taste, great atmosphere. Live band started as we were leaving just adding to the coolness. Wait staff was fast and efficient. Wow, happy accident. This place is right near the convention center and it was raining and we wanted lunch so we went in and where are we happy we did! Such a cool well established place with all kinds of neat art & history! The food is excellent with many creative options on the menu — too many actually to choose from you should stop by — check it out - thank you! I've been visiting New Orleans for over 30 years and Mulate's never disappoints. They have great food and great service. It's very easy to get to and they have plenty of space. Enough space that they even have a dance floor when it's time for a live music fais-do-do, which happens a lot here. I would definitely recommend Mulate's and will absolutely be going back.
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Recent Reviews
Job R.
October 15, 2025
1st time in NOLA and restaurant was close to hotel. We tried the sampler plate as we wanted to try everything. The food was delicious. Had gator, fish, shrimp frogs legs and the sausage with stuff in it. Great taste, great atmosphere. Live band started as we were leaving just adding to the coolness. Wait staff was fast and efficient.
Ann S.
October 1, 2025
Wow, happy accident. This place is right near the convention center and it was raining and we wanted lunch so we went in and where are we happy we did! Such a cool well established place with all kinds of neat art & history! The food is excellent with many creative options on the menu — too many actually to choose from you should stop by — check it out - thank you!
Julie H.
November 10, 2025
I've been visiting New Orleans for over 30 years and Mulate's never disappoints. They have great food and great service. It's very easy to get to and they have plenty of space. Enough space that they even have a dance floor when it's time for a live music fais-do-do, which happens a lot here. I would definitely recommend Mulate's and will absolutely be going back.
Trista G.
October 20, 2025
Was recommended to eat here by our tour guide in the hop on hop off bus. Our visit did not disappoint! The food was delicious and the service was great! All flavors and dishes unique to the area! We enjoyed three different entrees as well as a dessert!
Larry P.
September 27, 2025
We were there early for NOLA, so our experience may be different from customers arriving at say 8:30 pm or later. We arrived about 5:30 pm. The music started at 6:30. There were a pair of couples dancing and a few kids enjoying themselves on the dance floor. The food was excellent, the service was great, and we enjoyed ourselves.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Mulate's | special
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
Parking
Paid Parking Lot
Paid Street Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
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