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Cochon

New Orleans, Louisiana · Great River Road

Why stop here: Cochon is a $$$ new american pick in New Orleans for Great River Road travelers. Order Wood-fired Gulf fish.

CuisineNew American
Price$$$
TownNew Orleans
NearGreat River Road

A New Orleans finale with serious Louisiana cooking after following the Mississippi to the Gulf.

What to order

Wood-fired Gulf fish

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Updated 2026-07-01. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.

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