Authentic New Orleans Seafood, One Block from Canal Street
Canal Street is the main artery of New Orleans — the dividing line between the French Quarter and the Central Business District, and the gateway for streetcars, shoppers, and visitors exploring the city. If you’re on Canal Street and looking for real New Orleans food, Gallier’s Seafood & Oyster Bar is just one block away at 129 Carondelet Street.
Why Gallier’s Is the Best Choice Near Canal Street
Canal Street is lined with chain restaurants and hotel dining rooms, but just one block south you’ll find the kind of authentic, locally-owned seafood restaurant that makes New Orleans special:
- 1 block from Canal: Turn onto Carondelet from Canal, and you’re here in 2 minutes
- Authentic Cajun & Creole: Not a chain, not a hotel restaurant — we’re a real New Orleans seafood restaurant with 15+ years of culinary heritage
- Full oyster bar: Gulf oysters shucked fresh — raw, charbroiled, or baked
- Streetcar accessible: The St. Charles and Canal streetcar lines both stop within 1 block
Our Menu Highlights
- Charbroiled Oysters — Garlic butter, herbs, Parmesan, fire
- Seafood Gumbo — Dark roux, shrimp, crab, andouille
- Shrimp Po’Boy — Crispy fried on French bread
- Crawfish Étouffée — Smothered in buttery roux
- Cajun Jambalaya — Shrimp, sausage, rice
See our full menu.
Location & Directions from Canal Street
Address: 129 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130
From Canal Street, simply turn onto Carondelet Street heading toward Poydras. Gallier’s is on the first block — about a 2-minute walk.
Hours: Mon–Thu 11 AM – 9 PM | Fri–Sat 11 AM – 10 PM | Sun 10 AM – 9 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant near Canal Street in New Orleans?
Gallier’s Seafood & Oyster Bar is just 1 block from Canal Street at 129 Carondelet St. We serve fresh Gulf oysters, gumbo, po’boys, and authentic Cajun & Creole seafood.
How far is Gallier's from Canal Street?
About 1 block — a 2-minute walk. Turn onto Carondelet Street from Canal and you’re there.
Can I take the streetcar to Gallier's?
Yes. Both the St. Charles streetcar and Canal Street streetcar stop within 1 block of our restaurant at 129 Carondelet St.
Is Gallier's a chain restaurant?
No. Gallier’s is a locally-owned New Orleans restaurant with over 15 years of Cajun & Creole culinary experience. We’re the real deal — not a chain.
What are the hours for Gallier's near Canal Street?
Monday–Thursday 11 AM – 9 PM, Friday–Saturday 11 AM – 10 PM, Sunday 10 AM – 9 PM.