New Orleans' most legendary breakfast and brunch — birthplace of Bananas Foster and Breakfast at Brennan's, in a magnificent pink 1795 French Quarter mansion on Royal Street. Celebrating 80 years in 2026 and still the most ceremonial morning meal in the city.
Why It Belongs on the List
New Orleans' most legendary breakfast and brunch — birthplace of Bananas Foster and Breakfast at Brennan's, in a magnificent pink 1795 French Quarter mansion on Royal Street. Celebrating 80 years in 2026 and still the most ceremonial morning meal in the city. Menus, dress expectations, reservations, accessibility, and event-period schedules change; confirm directly before making a special trip.
What Stands Out
- Birthplace of Bananas Foster (1951) — still flambéed tableside
- Breakfast at Brennan's — most ceremonial morning meal in New Orleans
- 1795 pink Royal Street mansion — one of the most strikingly beautiful restaurant buildings in America
- Eight glamorous dining rooms and a legendary courtyard
- Wine Spectator Grand Award · James Beard Foundation Finalist · Celebrating 80 years in 2026