December 29, 2007

• Brigtsen’s

  New Orleans, LA

  Brigtsen’s is located just a few steps across the street from Dante’s Kitchen. It’s funny how people who hangout a lot start to take on the habits of the other person.. these two restaurants seem to have done just that. Both have very cozy “home-like” interiors and the food has an upscale southern style flair to it.. that Upperline feel.. It’s a very comfortable setting when you eat at either restaurant. Brigtsen’s has won numerous awards.. so why not give it a little love on Chef Eats?

  
  
  Sautéed Sweetbreads

  We started off with the Sweetbreads.. Sautéed Sweetbreads with Potato Leek Cake, Shiitakes, Capers, & Lemon Roasted Garlic Sauce! It was delicious! The sweetbreads were cooked perfectly. Tender and moist on the inside and browned & crisped on the outside.. It was seasoned nicely and the sauce along with the mushrooms were a very nice touch!

  
  
  Roasted Duck

  
  
  Brigtsen’s Seafood Platter

  For the entrees?
  Roast Duck with Cornbread Dressing & Honey Pecan Gravy (served with Mashed Potatoes and a veg stirfry) The duck was meltingly tender and the cornbread dressing was very good.. I didn’t care much for the veg stirfry. But overall, very good in moderation!

  The second entree was Brigtsen’s Seafood Platter.. Grilled Drum Fish with Shrimp & Pistachio Lime Sauce, Shrimp Cornbread with Smoked Corn Butter, Baked Oyster with Lemon Artichoke Sauce, Baked Oyster LeRuth with Shrimp & Crabmeat, Grilled Shrimp & Crab Cake with Smoked Paprika Aïoli Sauce, Shrimp Ratatouille… sound like a lot? Yes it was! lol Every item was good.. a few stood out more than others. But ultimately.. the food was very rich and very plentiful.. either come hungry or share a plate! (chefs hate that btw.. haha)

  
  Strawberries with Trés Leches Cake

  And for dessert..
  Strawberries with Trés Leches Cake.. it was a good way to end the meal. It’s funny how the thing you want the most.. you get smallest portion. lol If I had to compare Brigtsen’s to Dante’s Kitchen just after one visit.. I would have to give the edge to Dante’s. The service was fine.. the ambiance was good.. a bit pricey but it’s a very nice date restaurant.

  Average check for 2 people $110 (tip and wine included)

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  Overall Rating:
  
   
  (out of 7 )

  www.brigtsens.com

  remember they have large portions! order accordingly..

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