About Crispy Room
Crispy Room is a beloved neighborhood bbq spot in New Orleans, LA, with a lively feel and a casual order-and-grab layout perfect for to-go orders. The kitchen leans into bbq done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Brisket Plate, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Pulled Pork Sandwich, Smoked Ribs, Burnt Ends, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($$), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find couples on date night and groups celebrating birthdays, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours craft sodas, local kombucha on tap, and house-brewed iced tea. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are clearly marked on the menu. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, online ordering for pickup or delivery is available through the website. The price-to-quality ratio is what brings most people back a second time. Whether you're new to New Orleans or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable bbq fix, Crispy Room earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Crispy Room. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.6 out of 5 across 280 reviews.
Came here on a whim during my lunch break and I'm hooked. The Pulled Pork Sandwich was easily the best version I've had this year. Friendly staff, fast service, and they actually got my order right the first time. Will be back next week.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Smoked Ribs and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Solid spot. The Cornbread is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Crispy Room has become my regular weekday lunch. Consistent quality, generous portions, and the staff has started to recognize me. I usually grab the Brisket Plate but I've worked through most of the menu and haven't had a miss yet.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Smoked Ribs stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Location & neighborhood
Crispy Room is located at 3160 Park Ave in New Orleans, LA. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.