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Mother's

401 Poydras St., New Orleans, Louisiana 70130

Featured Review : This place has been here since the 1930’s, and it really looks it on the inside. That’s part of its charm and appeal, as is the no-nonsense attitude of everyone from the greeter to the cashier. Even grills and po' boy pl...See Full Review

  • #15 most popular
    New Orleans restaurant
  • Avg. User Rating:
    3 out of 5 stars

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Mother's Reviews

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Mother's

  • 4 out of 5 stars by vegaschick from Jasper, Georgia
  • January 30, 2002
Quote: World famous Po' Boys! We strongly recommend the catfish, shrimp, and Famous Fergi Po' Boys. The homemade tartar sauce is fabulous. The sweet potato pie also gets a high recommendation.

From journal First Time in New Orleans, First Mardi Gras

Mother's

  • 4 out of 5 stars by DT from LOS ANGELES, California
  • August 11, 2001
Quote: This is my first stop. They give you huge portions of excellent southern standbys. The line is long and the service suspect, but it is worth the trouble. Here's a tip, if you are travelling with somebody, order for them as they go a find a table... Read the full Mother's review

From journal New Orleans, Let the Good Times Roll

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Mother's

  • 4 out of 5 stars by parramore from new york, New York
  • February 19, 2001
Quote: Yum, yummier, yummiest! Mother's is the ultimate brunch/lunch spot for hangovers or for any occasion when calories don't matter and you just need solid, tasty grub. Because this is New Orleans, solid, tasty grub can be a sublime experience. There... Read the full Mother's review

From journal New Orleans Notes

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Mother's

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Davis from Springfield, Illinois
  • January 17, 2001
Quote: Don't let the long line at this longtime standing restaurant scare you away, the wait is well worth it. Mother's has the employees each doing their own part to keep this restaurant serving up customers warm delicious food in a timely manner. One... Read the full Mother's review

From journal Christmas in New Orleans

Mother's

  • 4 out of 5 stars by ashleyren from Pensacola, Florida
  • August 25, 2000
Quote: Mother's is another conveniently located place for those staying downtown or in the French Quarter--it's easy walking distance of Canal Street (go in the direction opposite the French Quarter; Poydras parallels Canal). The food here is the draw,... Read the full Mother's review

From journal New Orleans--A Native's View

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Mothers

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Emily from New York, New York
  • June 12, 2000
Quote: Eating here is quite an experience. The restaurant looks like it hasn’t changed a bit in 60 years, and neither has the staff. I had the best fried chicken ever here. One drawback: LONG lines on the weekend, and random, group seating. You order... Read the full Mother's review

From journal French Quarter Fun