smoke & honey — Restaurant in New Orleans

Went to check this place out cause I like Greek food and I like Jewish food, what could go wrong? Quite a few things unfortunately. I'll start with the positive though. The place and counter people were very inviting and friendly and the atmosphere was bright and pleasant and clean. We ordered the matzo ball soup and a chicken gyro and took a seat outside. The soup showed up very quickly but wasn't really hot, more warm. There really wasn't anything to it, broth and a large matzo ball and three pieces of parsley. Was hoping for some chicken pieces and some veggies but none to be found. Which isn't the worst thing but it's $10, it wasn't very filling and was under seasoned. I also didn't understand the menu when it said bacon fat is the "schmaltz", schmaltz is chicken fat not pork, bacon, beef, lamb, turkey etc etc..... period. And it's certainly not kosher if that's something they are going for. The gyro looks appealing, the fries on the inside were interesting but wish it was stated on the menu. Unfortunately, the chicken was SO salty and either over cooked or brined for to long or the combination of both. It was inedible, and was brought back to the counter(which is something that almost is never done). They were very apologetic and quickly offered to replace it with something else with zero hesitation. The replacement was the lamb sandwich, which also was extraordinary salty, not so much the lamb itself(which tasted more like beef than lamb) but the amount of feta that was on it. It completely overpowered the flavor of everything on the sandwich. The only way to not have a one note flavor profile was to eat everything individually on its own. The bread was lackluster as well for me, very doughy and did not hold up to the amount of wet ingredients on it and just became a wet sponge.

All in all the meal was very underwhelming and left a lot to be desired, especially for the portion sizes and price point. The food in general was not well balanced and very one note cooking. I'm hoping things improve to compliment the beautiful space and...

This is a great new-ish addition to the neighborhood. I've been here for breakfast and dinner and had a great experience both times. I got the breakfast gyro and a spinach and cheese boureka - both delicious. The breakfast gyro was super filling so I took the boureka home and toasted it up the next day and it was still great. I've been craving it ever since. Also love me a Coffee Science latte. For dinner, I was so impressed with the menu, I couldn't decide what to get. I ended up choosing the 15 hour lamb over orzo (cooked perfectly, devine) and the marouli salad (big portion, great salad with lots of feta). My friend got the pastitsio. I had a bite and had to get a second bite it was that good. We split the beets and olives and dolmades. Perfect little refreshing appetizer. Seriously no notes, everything I've ever eaten here has been fantastic, drinks too. Also, it's reasonably priced!

The inside is so pretty and cozy. They have this beautiful hand painted mural on the wall. Vibes for days. The staff is so kind and are just lovely people. Lighting is moody for dinner, good date spot. It's open all the time. I love Greek food and this place knocks it out of the park. The Jewish twist is really cool and I love to give my money to places in this city that are doing unique and interesting things. Kudos.

Opa! I will...

From the moment we were seated, service was exemplary. Our server, Samantha, struck the right balance of efficiency, attentiveness, and insight, offering thoughtful guidance without interrupting the flow of the meal. The ambiance is warm and well-appointed, with a clear eye for detail in both design and atmosphere. We dined on the patio, which offered a pleasant al fresco experience. The interior, visible through large windows, looked equally inviting with its softly lit, intimate setting that warrants a return visit.

The tableware, including the cutlery and glassware, was charming and cohesive, adding a playful yet refined touch to the overall presentation. As for the food, each dish was well-executed and flavorful, with an evident emphasis on both freshness and balance. This is a kitchen that knows how to layer flavor without overcomplicating a plate.

The Greek 75, described on the menu as herbaceous, leaned more toward delectably herbalitious ;). The lemon potatoes were a surprising standout, with a perfect zing and depth of flavor that made them memorable in their own right.

All told, it was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, thoughtfully composed from service to setting to cuisine. We look forward to returning, both to explore more of the menu and to enjoy the...