In the Press…
LOUISIANA LIFE
As to be expected from Cook, the menu features dishes influenced by the melting pot of cultures found in the Crescent City
FOOD & WINE
This dish is a 21+ version of French Toast with the fluffiest brandy milk- punch custard and dances that fine line of fluffy but substantial.
TRAVEL PULSE
From the first sip of a handcrafted cocktail to the last bite of a delicious dessert, Saint John promises an exceptional dining experience that will leave you with a lasting impression
BIG EASY MAGAZINE
Grab seat on the balcony for a romantic night overlooking Decatur, or have fun at the open chef’s counter with Chef de Cuisine Daren Poretto and his team
FOX 8 NEWS
Saint John celebrates Pride Month with first ever drag brunch
BON APPETIT
The gumbo at Saint John and sister restaurant Gris-Gris is cognac-brown and rich with chicken and andouille sausage
THE LOCAL PALETTE
Winter Stews to Cook Low and Slow – White Bean Cassoulet with Braised Pork Belly
CAMELLIA BEAN BLOG
Saint John Honors Tradition But Puts Its Own Spin on Traditional Dishes
COUNTRY ROADS
Spice up bachelorette & birthday parties, or just a girls brunch out with a lively, uniquely-New Orleans brunch experience, featuring bottomless bubbles, bounce-themed cocktails, and upbeat bounce music.
FRENCH QUARTER JOURNAL
Creole Comforts: Saint John
MYNEW ORLEANS.COM
The Best of Saint John Restaurant and Voodoo-Inspired Holiday Specials
EATER NEW ORLEANS
The Hottest New Restaurants in New Orleans, December 2021
GAMBIT
Pressure Cooker: New Orleans area restaurants weather one storm after another
NOLA.COM
What’s it like opening a new restaurant through pandemic, Ida? At Saint John, spirits are high
BIZ NEW ORLEANS
The Art of Survival
COUNTRY ROADS
5 Exciting New Restaurants in the Crescent City
10BEST.COM
Best Restaurants in New Orleans
FOX 8 NEWS
The Flavor of New Orleans; How the taste of the city remains strong through the pandemic
WHERE Y’AT
Saint John Is A Local’s Delight
EATER NEW ORLEANS
French Quarter Newcomer Saint John Pays Tribute to New Orleans’s Creole Culinary Tradition
NOLA.COM
Eric Cook opens Saint John restaurant in the French Quarter
Reviews
I contacted 4-5 other places during the party planning process and they were less flexible about certain things, but everyone I spoke with at Saint John before and during the event made things as easy as possible.
A special thanks to Erin, Jill, and our awesome server (pictured) for all their help!
The food had good flavor, but execution missed the mark. The lamb was served barely warm and quickly went cold. A rabbit dish was over-salted, and while the plating was serviceable, it lacked finesse. No dessert menu was provided—options were recited verbally—and we were never offered coffee or a follow-up. The service felt rushed and inattentive, despite the restaurant not being busy.
Adding to the discomfort, a chef (not the owner) stared intensely at the dining room, which made us feel watched. His repeated handling of his phone and cap before plating food was concerning.
Saint John has potential, but service, attention to detail, and kitchen professionalism need improvement before it can live up to its pedigree.
Great service. Would love to go back.