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The Bell, NOLA: Upscale British Pub from acclaimed Charleston chef
Posted on 11/15/24 at 8:27 am
Posted on 11/15/24 at 8:27 am
Just opened up last weekend in the old Nonna Mia space next door to Cafe Degas on Esplanade Ave. This place is getting serious serious buzz.
Brooks Reitz, who has several restaurants in Charleston including a James Beard winner, has opened this with his team.
They have done an absolutely amazing job with the reno from what I have seen. Looks really top notch, with a beautiful patio.
They call it a "neighborhood place with an English accent", but its clearly doing kind of an upscale British pub thing, with plays on some of those classics like a Fishmonger's Pie, some broiled oysters with british cheddar, a crispy fish sandwich instead of fish and chips.
One of their big focuses is perfect pints of Guinness. They also have frozen gin and tonics, as well as a variety of wines with a focus on English Sparkling Wines.
Cash free place, reservations for the actual dining room but they primarily focus on walkins, so you can walk in to the pub and patio any time.
If you check it out, let me know.
Brooks Reitz, who has several restaurants in Charleston including a James Beard winner, has opened this with his team.
They have done an absolutely amazing job with the reno from what I have seen. Looks really top notch, with a beautiful patio.
They call it a "neighborhood place with an English accent", but its clearly doing kind of an upscale British pub thing, with plays on some of those classics like a Fishmonger's Pie, some broiled oysters with british cheddar, a crispy fish sandwich instead of fish and chips.
One of their big focuses is perfect pints of Guinness. They also have frozen gin and tonics, as well as a variety of wines with a focus on English Sparkling Wines.
Cash free place, reservations for the actual dining room but they primarily focus on walkins, so you can walk in to the pub and patio any time.
If you check it out, let me know.
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Posted on 11/15/24 at 9:40 am to Fun Bunch
You had me until this
Not a good idea. At least offer both.
I don't head out that way very often, but the idea is intriguing. I'd give it a shot. Would be great if they open early for soccer games.
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a crispy fish sandwich instead of fish and chips.
Not a good idea. At least offer both.
I don't head out that way very often, but the idea is intriguing. I'd give it a shot. Would be great if they open early for soccer games.
Posted on 11/15/24 at 9:42 am to metallica81788
The menu looks legit. They aren't trying to be a classic british pub, its definitely a little more upscale than that while still being homey and casual.
Just from the pictures, it looks like the best poured Guinness I have seen in New Orleans, which isn't hard
I haven't been there yet so I don't even know if they have TVs.
They are open at 5 everyday except closed on Tuesdays. I don't think they are trying to be Finn McCool's
Just from the pictures, it looks like the best poured Guinness I have seen in New Orleans, which isn't hard
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Would be great if they open early for soccer games.
I haven't been there yet so I don't even know if they have TVs.
They are open at 5 everyday except closed on Tuesdays. I don't think they are trying to be Finn McCool's
This post was edited on 11/15/24 at 9:44 am
Posted on 11/15/24 at 9:55 am to Fun Bunch
mmmmmm thanks for the heads up. Not on my radar but will definitely check this out. This is my favorite part of the city. Very chill and good food.
Cafe Degas, Santa Fe, Swirl Wine, Olive Cafe.......
Cafe Degas, Santa Fe, Swirl Wine, Olive Cafe.......
Posted on 11/15/24 at 9:57 am to Fun Bunch
I live in the neighborhood and went to check it out. I’ll be shocked if it survives. Way too overpriced for what they offer. They also have some odd rules. Can’t order or eat food at the bar. Restaurant closes by 10pm on weekends. $23 for a fish sandwich. Good luck ! But, the renovation looks great and the beer selections are nice. My food was good, not great, for what they are charging.
Posted on 11/15/24 at 10:01 am to tigerpilot
The amount of buzz its getting and the pedigree behind it, its going to probably do fine. Getting early rave reviews.
Posted on 11/15/24 at 10:03 am to Fun Bunch
I certainly hope it does well! That’s such a great location and nothing really has panned out there for quite some time. I’ll give it another try after the holidays.
Posted on 11/15/24 at 10:05 am to tigerpilot
It hasn't even been open a week yet. I really don't like going to places until they really find their footing.
I might go check out the patio and go get a pint since my wife and I go to Swirl usually once a weekend.
I might go check out the patio and go get a pint since my wife and I go to Swirl usually once a weekend.
Posted on 11/15/24 at 10:20 am to tigerpilot
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I live in the neighborhood
As do I, well part of the year. Looking forward to checking it out after chrsitmas
Posted on 11/15/24 at 11:24 am to Demshoes
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Cafe Degas, Santa Fe, Swirl Wine, Olive Cafe.......
Don’t forget 1000 Figs…excellent area of town for strolling/biking around.
I’ll be interested in grabbing a Guinness on one of those cold 50-degree rainy days over Christmas break
Posted on 11/15/24 at 7:10 pm to Fun Bunch
Going to try and eat there on Sunday. Will report back. It's always hard to judge a place that's been open so little though
Posted on 11/15/24 at 7:10 pm to drockw1
1000 figs is what I meant to say. Olive Cafe is in the CBD. And it's just ok
Posted on 11/15/24 at 9:21 pm to Fun Bunch
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Just from the pictures, it looks like the best poured Guinness I have seen in New Orleans, which isn't har
There are a lot of places around that pour Guinness “properly” lol. And there’s also debate if that’s just a marketing ploy anyway.
You sound like you’re drinking the Koolaid on this place for some reason
This post was edited on 11/15/24 at 9:27 pm
Posted on 11/16/24 at 8:00 am to TackySweater
If it's a place with a "new" take on something, he's usually high on it.
If it's a traditional place or a place that hasn't done something "new" with their menu in a long time, he's usually down on it.
I don't know the guy, that's just how he always reacts on here over the years.
If it's a traditional place or a place that hasn't done something "new" with their menu in a long time, he's usually down on it.
I don't know the guy, that's just how he always reacts on here over the years.
Posted on 11/16/24 at 9:24 am to Fun Bunch
Interesting. I was not aware of this. Brooks is a great guy and knows how to run a restaurant. I wonder if Mike Lata is involved?
Posted on 11/16/24 at 10:02 am to Fun Bunch
Very interested in checking out this place.
Posted on 11/16/24 at 12:13 pm to MobileJosh
They have the guys involved in one of their insta stories.
Marcus Jacobs from Marjie’s Grill is working in the kitchen from what I understand.
Marcus Jacobs from Marjie’s Grill is working in the kitchen from what I understand.
Posted on 11/16/24 at 2:37 pm to CrazyTigerFan
quote:
If it's a place with a "new" take on something, he's usually high on it.
If it's a traditional place or a place that hasn't done something "new" with their menu in a long time, he's usually down on it.
I don't know the guy, that's just how he always reacts on here over the years.
u know he can read this huh
Posted on 11/16/24 at 3:27 pm to CrazyTigerFan
Yeah none of that is true but ok.
Sounds like you’re butthurt that I think places like Port of Call are total dogshit
Sounds like you’re butthurt that I think places like Port of Call are total dogshit
Posted on 11/16/24 at 4:26 pm to Lester Earl
Yeah. And he denied it, of course. But anyone who reads these forums for a few years and connects usernames to opinions would know better.
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