LUVI Restaurant

Luvi was an unforgettable dining experience and easily one of the most creative meals I’ve ever had. We opted for the Feed Me menu (four chef-chosen courses, all raw) with the wine/sake pairing, and also added the Monkey Snack & Snap, Crackle, Pop - and every single bite felt intentional, thoughtful, and surprising. Each course pushed us to think and taste outside the box. One dish included cheese and apples, and with every bite I was met with new, unexpected flavors that somehow worked beautifully together. The Monkey Snack completely floored me: banana slices coated in sesame seeds and wrapped in salmon. It sounds unconventional, but the balance of flavors and textures was incredible. You can truly tell that the chef puts an exceptional amount of care and creativity into every dish, c

Phenomenal omakase, with creative spins and beautiful presentation. The restaurant is small so make sure you make a reservation. Excellent service and quaint unique atmosphere. Now on my top 10 favorite restaurants! Do the Feed Me menu you won’t regret it!

Really fun and unique takes on classic dishes. Really enjoyed the curry dumplings in particular but everything was delicious.!

A perfect date night or girls night restaurant! Luvi is a colorful, petite spot with excellent food and kind service. My mom and I shared the Feed Me and each dish was fresh, light and delicious perfectly paired with the wine. After that, we shared the Spicy Dan Dan Noodles. The broth was so flavorful and warm! To finish, we tried their ice cream trio, and like the rest of the dishes, were perfectly paired and full of aromatics and flavor without being overbearingly sweet. I look forward to returning and trying more of their dishes! Whole meal no tip was about $70 per person (including alcohol)

One of my go-to spots for dumplings and sushi in NOLA! The vibe is laid-back with eye-catching decor that adds to the charm. It’s a small space, so I highly recommend making a reservation if you don’t want to wait. To start, we ordered the Paloma and lychee cocktails, both refreshing and perfectly balanced. We also tried the Monkey Snack and Stoplight rolls. If you’re into bold, complex flavor profiles, the Monkey Snack is a must. Sweet, tangy, and packed with flavor—it hits every note. The Stoplight roll brings just the right amount of heat thanks to the jalapeños, and the fish is incredibly fresh. But the real star for me? The curried dumpling broth. I seriously dream about it when I’m not in NOLA. It’s so rich and flavorful that I almost finish the broth before touching the dumplings.