Our Story

Once the French Quarter’s underground secret, Irene’s Cuisine has emerged over the years as one of the area’s most desired and endearing dining spots. At first, people spoke of it in whispers, as though it was just “our little secret” but then passers-by couldn’t miss the crowds waiting out in the street for tables, and certainly not the garlic and rosemary aromas wafting out into the street from the kitchen’s fans.

Since its opening in 1993, Irene’s has remained one of the hottest tickets in town. How owner Irene DiPietro, a baby boomer from a little town in southern Sicily, came to dazzle the palates of the French Quarter’s jaded souls and create an enticing, enchanting setting that is both intimate and homey, is certainly fodder for dining out fanatics.

"History along with great food and great atmosphere. We had dinner with friends and the place was buzzing. Our server was amazing. The food and wine was just spectacular."

Munzer Q.
New Orleans, LA

"The staff is always SUPER friendly and make you feel welcome and at home. The food. Oh EM Gee. It's comfort food for sure and it's DELICIOUS. Lots of house made secret sauces."

Hailey A.
Irving, CA.

"The best service, food, atmosphere that I have ever experienced. And get seated in Daniels section- he is the best server ever. Just go book now..."

Lauryn C.
Las Vegas, NV

"Service was great, food was damn near close to perfection in my opinion and the ambience was spot on."

Ashley M.
Metairie, LA