Just made lunch reservations at August for Friday, December 26. Please give suggestions, tips, what to avoid( if anything), and recommendations. (7 replies, last updated by mrsfury December 24, 2008)

Actually, just back from a visit to Restaurant August about three weeks ago, on Monday night. Part of an annual food trek to New Orleans. We came away from the experience believing this was the hot restaurant of our trip, the... (4 replies, last updated by Pat Darnell December 2, 2003)

I have had no problem getting reservations in the last few weeks, and it remains one of the best and most inventive restaurants in town. But one’s enjoyment of places like August depends, in my mind, on understanding from... (2 replies, last updated by PayOrPlay July 27, 2003)

on friday my friend and i tried august for its new lunch service. we chose the $20 lunch special: three courses plus amuse bouche and bread. it rocked. the amuse bouche was a full-sized egg filled with a light seafood custard and... (6 replies, last updated by nikinik October 13, 2009)

Stella is generally pretty good, but Restaurant August seems a little more consistent to me. Chef prepares a tasting menu with optional wine pairings that is out of this world. I have had a few iffy experiences at Stella but... (16 replies, last updated by Bill Hunt May 1, 2009)

benefit, and we have discovered some spectacular places due to these vouchers. For this evening, I had a $200 voucher. August is a very cool, very New Orleans looking restaurant. It is located on a corner, and encompasses 3 stories.... (9 replies, last updated by Bill Hunt February 3, 2009)

Last night we took my parents to dinner at Restaurant August, and I have to admit I was somewhat disappointed. The service was spotty— my husband ordered the 5 course tasting with wine pairing, and 3 of the 5 courses, they... (7 replies, last updated by dcata25 August 27, 2007)

Fwiw, August is the only restaurant in Zagat with the top rating in all three categories—food, decor, and service. But I certainly understand not wanting to return to a restaurant where you’ve had a bad experience. I... (12 replies, last updated by zin1953 July 27, 2007)

Perhaps, being a resident of the San Francisco Bay Area, I’m used to a restaurant having prices like August. Certainly places like Gary Danko, Fleur de Lys and Masa’s are more expensive (let alone The French... (6 replies, last updated by zin1953 October 19, 2006)

I was in town ostensibly to conduct a workshop, but it was a thinly veiled excuse for finally getting to dine at Restaurant August. Hope this review might be useful to my fellow travellers. I had pretty high expectations going in,... (3 replies, last updated by JGrey March 2, 2007)

We’re heading to NO for sugar bowl..we have res. at August restaurant..heard anything? Should we cancel? Brunch at brennans..brunch at court of 2 sisters( yes i’ve heard trendy and not great food..dinner at nolas? Any... (4 replies, last updated by Mikey December 30, 2003)

Anyone been to Restaurant Auguste at 54, Rue Bourgogne recently? Whats good? How expensive? Thanks in advance... (1 reply, last updated by GoT April 16, 2008)

Hi, Boston chowhounder coming to New Orleans for Jazzfest. Got a reservation for Restaurant August on Sunday, but was wondering whether or not to do the full tasting menu. Is Chef Besh even there on Sunday evenings? Anyone done a... (11 replies, last updated by minola April 23, 2008)

experience from many trips there that – maybe especially in August — knowing the best restaurants near your hotel is an enjoyable way to approach evening dining. If you plan to be doing sightseeing, knowing... (2 replies, last updated by summerUWS2008 July 25, 2008)

3 Dino and Tony’s (this made me sad) Checchino dal 1887 (this me even more sad) Settembrini (closes August 4) Open Restaurants (we are there the 11-14): Il Fico – will probably go for Sunday dinner Checco e Carettiere... (12 replies, last updated by jen kalb July 8, 2007)