When it comes to getting some of the best oysters in New Orleans, one place stands out from the rest and that’s Casamento’s. For more than a hundred years, they’ve been shucking some of the most delicious oysters in the city, and it’s become a staple for countless locals over the years. If you’ve never been to this historic little eatery, you’re in for a treat. Let’s take a closer look.
When Joe Casamento opened the doors to this tiny but mighty restaurant in 1919, he has no idea it would become a culinary landmark for the city of New Orleans.
Philip Wu/Google Today, the iconic restaurant on historic Magazine Street is run by Joe’s son and grandson, keeping the family business intact for over a century.
The tile-covered restaurant is iconic for Casamento’s, and it hasn’t changed since they opened.
Timm Baier/Google Fun fact: Joe Casamento chose the tile specifically because it would be easier to clean and it took four different tile companies from around the country to complete the job.
When you come to Casamento’s, you come for the oysters.
Timm Baier/Google It’s what they’re known for, and what they do best.
And they’ve got several options to choose from.
Paul Fang/Google Oyster stew, oysters on the half shell, and their newest addition: charbroiled oysters.
One of their most popular dishes is their oyster loaf.
Timm Baier/Google Fried oysters nestled between their signature bread for a unique spin on an oyster po’boy you’ve never had anything like it before.
The fried crab claws are an absolute must-try.
num1lsufan/Google The only thing better than a crab claw is a fried crab claw.
They also have some incredibly massive seafood platters.
Danny Chan/Google Their Big Easy platter feeds 4-6 people and is piled sky-high with oysters, crab claws, fried catfish, fried trout, shrimp, and a healthy portion of French fries. Gather up a group of your friends and chow down!
Casamento’s is open four days a week.
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Click here to see their hours of operation. For more information, be sure to check out their website and give them a follow on Facebook.
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Today, the iconic restaurant on historic Magazine Street is run by Joe’s son and grandson, keeping the family business intact for over a century.
Timm Baier/Google
Fun fact: Joe Casamento chose the tile specifically because it would be easier to clean and it took four different tile companies from around the country to complete the job.
It’s what they’re known for, and what they do best.
Paul Fang/Google
Oyster stew, oysters on the half shell, and their newest addition: charbroiled oysters.
Fried oysters nestled between their signature bread for a unique spin on an oyster po’boy you’ve never had anything like it before.
num1lsufan/Google
The only thing better than a crab claw is a fried crab claw.
Danny Chan/Google
Their Big Easy platter feeds 4-6 people and is piled sky-high with oysters, crab claws, fried catfish, fried trout, shrimp, and a healthy portion of French fries. Gather up a group of your friends and chow down!
Zachary Chin/Google
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Address: 4330 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
