Irene's Menu
Irene's, an Italian restaurant located in New Orleans, stands out for its classic decor, attentive service, and inventive, exquisite food. With a wide range of options, including vegan and limited vegetarian choices, Irene's caters to various dietary preferences. Reviews rave about the crispy duck with pecans and raspberry glaze, the well-made Sazerac cocktail, and the perfectly dressed beet salad with goat cheese purée. The intimate ambiance and excellent service create a memorable dining experience, perfect for couples or groups. Guests appreciate the thoughtful gestures, such as complimentary desserts and anniversary toasts, making Irene's a favorite spot for special occasions. Don't miss out on the opportunity to try the mussels marinara, lasagna bolognese, or the whole fish daily special. Irene's truly delivers a top-tier dining experience worth returning to time and time again.
Appetizers
Sicilian Antipasto
Parma Prosciutto, assorted Italian salumi, selection of imported cheeses, arancini, seasonal house made marmellata, toasted ciabatta
Oysters Irene
Baked with pancetta, pimento & pecorino romano
Mussels Marinara
Steamed in white wine & light marinara
Escargot Aux Champignons
Herbed garlic butter, mushroom caps, pinot grigio, beurre blanc
Italian Sausage
Sicilian Eggplant Caponata
Paneed Oysters
Baby spinach, raspberry vinaigrette, beurre blanc & toasted pecans
Crabmeat Gratin
Jumbo Lump crabmeat, baked casserole of swiss & brie
Meatballs Marinara
Veal pork, beef, marinara, melted mozzarella
Ricotta Spinach Ravioli
Hint of nutmeg, marinara, parmigiana
Caesar Salad
Crisp hearts of romaine, herbed crouton & shaved parmigiano
Parma Prosciutto & Grilled Asparagus
Arugula, white wine vinaigrette, calamata olives, parmigiano
Soup Del Giorno
Soups & Salads
Fish & Seafood
Meunière Amandine
Pan seared, toasted almonds, sweet potato mash haricot verts, brown butter
Shrimp & Crawfish Fettuccine
Light Parmesan cream, shrimp, crawfish tails, spinach, cherry tomatoes, basil, Italian herb
San Francisco Style Cioppino
Shrimp, scallops, fish, crabmeat, clams, mussels simmered in a spicy, saffron scented tomato fennel broth
Lasagna Bolognese
House made pasta, ricotta cheese, ground veal, Italian sausage & marinara
Chicken Rosemarino
Roasted in white wine, virgin olive oil, rosemary garlic jus. with herbed roasted potatoes
Duck St. Philip
Roasted crispy, glazed with a pecan, raspberry pancetta demi, sweet potato mash and fresh spinach
Lamb A’la Provence
Grilled lamb chops, roasted garlic potato mash, haricot verts, rosemary port wine demi