Red Maple Restaurant

Between Gretna's "speed ticket vans" and irregular, un-announced closings; we have given up on Red Maple !

When in the 'hood; try Gattusos', instead.  Much, much better; and, only about 3 blocks away !

Slow service, slower food and they were not busy.  Management should drug test workers.

This is a review of the private party space.

I am a novice when it comes to setting up private events. Despite my lack of experience, I was tasked with setting up a function for work. Red Maple made the whole process extremely easy. I emailed the manager and she returned my email promptly with a price and option sheet. All it took was a phone call and we were set.

The Bar

Our bartender Dominique was excellent. Besides being a great at making drinks, she was engaging and quite patient with our motley group. She went out of her way to get Turbodog specifically for me. If you book an event, make sure and ask that she is your bartender.

The food

We picked three different entrees when setting up the party. I chose the fillet, but others got either smoked chicken or grilled redfish. My fillet was cooked properly, and as good as any that I have had at a private event.

Besides the entrees we had corn and crab bisque, a salad, and bread budding. The corn and crab bisque was the star of the night. It was among the best versions of that dish that I have had in the city.

The room

The private room is very nice. While it is next to the main dining room, you definitely feel secluded from other diners. We didn't get too rowdy, but I would imagine we could have and not bothered the other guests.

The cost

I wont list prices since I am sure they are subject to change, but Red maple was by far the most reasonable and easy place to deal with. I contacted numerous other venues, but I am glad I chose where I did.

If you need a place for a private party, give the Red maple a try.