COOLinary New Orleans at Plates
August 1–31, 2026
Three-courses. dinner for $58. brunch for $38.
This August, experience COOLinary New Orleans at Plates Restaurant & Bar in the Warehouse District. For one month only, our kitchen is offering specially curated, three-course prix-fixe menus built around the flavors that define Plates: Louisiana ingredients, Gulf seafood, global influences, and dishes made for sharing.
What Is COOLinary New Orleans?
COOLinary New Orleans is the city’s annual summer dining celebration, when participating restaurants offer specially curated prix-fixe menus at exceptional value. At Plates, that means a limited-time invitation to explore our Louisiana Roots. Global Palate. point of view through a three-course dinner or brunch.
Our menu changes with the season and draws from local farmers and fishers, Gulf seafood, and culinary traditions that have shaped New Orleans. Whether you are planning a date night, a long brunch, or dinner with a table full of friends, COOLinary is an easy reason to gather at Plates this August.
A Warehouse District Restaurant for COOLinary
Find Plates Restaurant & Bar at 1051 Annunciation Street, New Orleans, LA 70130, in the Warehouse District. The restaurant is open Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; happy hour runs daily from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Reservations are available through OpenTable. COOLinary menus are offered for a limited time, so we recommend reserving early for your preferred date and party size.
Plates Restaurant & Bar
1051 Annunciation Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Frequently Asked Questions
What is COOLinary New Orleans?
COOLinary New Orleans is an annual summer dining program in which participating New Orleans restaurants offer specially curated prix-fixe menus.
When is COOLinary available at Plates?
COOLinary at Plates is available August 1–31, 2026.
How much is the Plates COOLinary menu?
The three-course COOLinary dinner is $58 per person. The three-course COOLinary brunch is $38 per person. The Prime Hanger Steak on the dinner menu carries a $10 supplement.
What is included in the Plates COOLinary dinner?
Dinner includes a choice of first course, a choice of second course, and ice cream or sorbet of the day for dessert. Guests may choose from options such as Garlic Shrimp, Duck Confit, Crispy Coq au Vin, Gulf Fish of the Day, and more.
What is included in the Plates COOLinary brunch?
Brunch includes a choice of first course, a choice of second course, and ice cream or sorbet. Available choices include Patatas Bravas, Shrimp Croquettes, Pain Perdu, Shrimp & Grits, Chorizo Hash, and Chicken & Waffles.
Where is Plates Restaurant & Bar located?
Plates is located at 1051 Annunciation Street in New Orleans’ Warehouse District.
How do I reserve COOLinary at Plates?
Reserve directly through Plates on OpenTable or call 504-582-9020.
Your COOLinary Table Is Waiting
COOLinary only comes once a year. Join us at Plates Restaurant & Bar for a three-course dinner or brunch that brings Louisiana ingredients, global inspiration, and the spirit of New Orleans to the table.
August 1–31, 2026
Dinner: $58 per person | Brunch: $38 per person