Almasgoof Restaurant

5024 W Esplanade Ave, Metairie
(504) 308-3600

Recent Reviews

ashraffmarine

There is no zero star otherwise I would have given that. We regret to dine in this restaurant on the day of Eid Al Fitr. We had searched for a place which offers Lamb and Chicken Mandi in New Orleans. We got this place in search results. We went and had ordered a Lamb Shank Mandi, A Chicken Mandi and a Buffet. Chicken was smelling rotten. We had thought that it was the smell of specific signature spice. But after reaching home whole family had stomach upset followed abdominal discomfort, pain and diarrhea the following day.Food was served cold as if it was alrrady prepared for previous day iftar. Mandi rice is not tasty and the quantity is super low not enough for one person. Buffet is buffet for name shake and lady is controlling the quantity of the food and not allowing to take the item whice very rarely tasty (Sheesh kebab which was the only tasted good in buffet but was very cold). There are other better Halal restaurants in NOLA and we will never visit again this placeAlso price is not proportional to the quantity and quality.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 1

Toby Limcangco

We were greeted by the lovely owner and she was super friendly. She entertained us the whole time and recommended many delicious dishes. I loved the food and would come back here again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Almasgoof Kebab

Angelo Limcangco

The buffet was SO GOOD very healthy .

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ahmed Rabie Karim

Authentic cuisine, exceptional services, family friendly. Really recommend coming here. Try the fish masgoof, it's their signature dish!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lynne Fakeye

This spot is lovely, it is family owned and the owners are kind and very accommodating. The grilled pompano is a must try and probably my most important motivation fo coming here. It is perfectly seasoned and cooked, just a delight to eat if you like fish!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pompano Fish Almasgoof

Nicholas Volkmar

This place brings the flavor! Like the menu says, go big or stay home! The almasgoof fish was well seasoned and the texture was spot on. The rice had a nice spice to it to make it interesting and I loved their hot sauce with a good mix of heat and acidity. The lentil soup was well seasoned and fun as well. Will definitely be returning when I’m in the area!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pompano Fish Almasgoof, Lentil Soup

John Saunders

Very unfriendly staff, asked for 3 items on menu was told they are not availableWon’t be back again

Robert L

Everything was delicious and full of flavor. The hostesses were friendly and provided wonderful service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Appetizers, Lamb Chops

Robert Lapeyrouse

Our first visit there and my only regret was not showing up with more hungry. The hummus and bread is delicious. I had the Almasgoof kebab and my wife had the lamb chops. Everything was delicious. The rice has a wonderful flavor of what tasted like cinnamon, saffron and maybe cumin.

anas saleh

New experience 7/10

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka, Kanafeh, Iraqi Salad, Lentil Soup, Lamb Chops, Falafel

F H

The best restaurant I’ve had in New Orleans. Get the fish.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Mandi, Fish Masgouf, Lentil Soup

Abdulmajeed Alruwaili

This is an exceptional food experience, must try! Came in for the chargrilled fish and enjoyed every single thing here!Another thing must try is the Kanafa with cheese ??

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish Masgouf, Kanafeh, Lentil Soup

Lydia Clark

I ordered a beef dish. The meat didn't taste like beef. The rice was very good.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Christine Bowers

This is our favorite place for fish. They cook on wood fired stove. The flavor ?. It's family owned so you don't get the corporate feel service. You get better.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Mandi, Half Chicken on Firewood, Fish Masgouf, Kanafeh, Dinner, Iraqi Salad, Pompano Fish Almasgoof, Lentil Soup

Lidia Betancourt

Delicious food, great customer service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Shawarma, Lentil Soup, Lamb Chops

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