Welty's Deli and Catering, gay restaurant in New Orleans
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Welty's Deli and Catering

Google (318) 4.8
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201 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70170
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About this place Welty's Deli and Catering

Welty's Deli and Catering is a sandwich shop on St. Charles Avenue in the Central Business District of New Orleans, a short walk from Canal Street and the French Quarter. It's a mainstream, gay-friendly place, not a gay venue, and mainly serves office workers and visitors at lunchtime. A 4.8 Google rating from about 320 reviews reflects consistent sandwiches and quick service. Prices are low. Treat it as a daytime stop; like most CBD delis it keeps office hours and is unlikely to be open late or on Sundays, so check before going. The Quarter's gay bars on lower Bourbon Street are about 15 minutes' walk away.

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4.8
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318 reviews

Based on 318 Google reviews.

Greg Koeppen Aug 2026
★★★★★

We had lunch at Welty’s twice during our time in New Orleans and had a great experience both times! Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious, and the service was excellent. The husband and wife who own Welty’s are always there and couldn’t be friendlier, and the same goes for their family and the rest of the staff. You can tell they truly care about their customers and the quality of what they serve. If you’re visiting New Orleans or work in the area and are looking for a great, fresh sandwich and a friendly local spot for lunch, I highly recommend Welty’s. We’ll definitely be back on our next trip!

Kris Hadley Jul 2026
★★★★★

Do it. Just do it, cause the food and the people are amazing. Second floor food court seems a bit odd, but the food is so worth it. Highly recommend the muffuletta and the french dip. Wow!

William Blades Jul 2026
★★★★★

Best French Dip I’ve had in New Orleans! I added some seasoning to the Au jus (personal preference). The roast beef was perfectly tender with no gristle.

Wanda Lita Jun 2026
★★★★☆

Salad was ok. Sandwich was great!

Cyn Rollins Jun 2026
★★★★★

We had the French Dip sandwich - it was loaded with tender delicious roast beef with an au jus that was flavorful and not too salty. The coleslaw was fresh with a light and slightly sweet dressing. The muffuletta 1/2 sandwich was huge! Again stuffed with meat, cheese and olive salad which was absolutely delicious! The staff was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this deli!

Manuel Rivera Jun 2026
★★★★★

Was looking for an authentic muffuletta and found it at Welty’s. Fresh bread with a nice crunch and the sandwich was properly dressed. You will definitely want to have an appetite as the portion is large. They have been added to my list of places to stop at the next time I’m in town.

Rich Tanny May 2026
★★★★★

Absolutely one of the best places I've eaten ate. Food was authentic and amazing with large portions. Staff is friendly and outgoing.

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Last updated on 14 November 2026

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