Set against panoramic views of the Mississippi River, Chemin à la Mer, our French Quarter Steakhouse in New Orleans, brings specialty steaks, fresh seafood and an oyster bar, converging at the pathway to the sea. Our James Beard award-winning chef, Donald Link honors his culinary heritage with elevated presentations of his favourite dishes, crafted using only the region’s finest ingredients.
Hours
- Breakfast
- 7:00 am – 10:30 am
- Lunch & Dinner
- 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
- The Purple Grackle Bar
- 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Chemin à la Mer offers a variety of classic and specialty cuts of steak. Guests can savor selections such as the A5 Kobe Strip Steak, Pan-Roasted Filet Mignon, and Cast Iron-Seared Coulotte. One of the standout dishes is the Côte de Boeuf for Two, which is carved tableside.
The grand oyster bar offers a wide selection of fresh oysters from the Gulf Coast. Seafood delicacies such as Snapper Ceviche, Steamed Louisiana Shrimp, and a Jumbo Crab Salad, all influenced by Chef Link's travels to the French Antilles, are rich and flavourful experiences.
Events
- Daily, 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Oyster Hour
Join us for oysters and libations every day from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Signature Dishes
CÔTE DE BOEUF
PAN-ROASTED SALMONBeluga Lentils, Fresh Herbs
Ribeye
Pan-Roasted Foie GrasGrapes, Cider and Verjus
Fresh Oyster SelectionServed with Cocktail Sauce, Mignonette, Lemon and Saltines
Meet the Team
DONALD LINK
Chef PartnerA Louisiana native, Chef Donald Link was first inspired by the Cajun and Southern cooking of his grandparents. Over the past two decades, he has peppered the streets of New Orleans’ Warehouse District with acclaimed restaurants, including Herbsaint, Cochon, Cochon Butcher, Pêche Seafood Grill, La Boulangerie, Gianna and his private event facility, Calcasieu. For this James Beard Award winner, his partnership with Four Seasons is an exciting opportunity to spotlight the best of Gulf Coast regional cuisine while providing the highest standards in service. According to Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans General Manager Mali Carow, “Chef Link’s incredible, award-winning food, combined with this rare riverfront location, will make Chemin a la Mer one of the most prized dining experiences in the city."
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