Bayona Menu
Welcome to Bayona, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of New Orleans at 430 Dauphine St. This enchanting eatery captures the essence of New American cuisine while offering a relaxed ambiance perfect for romantic dinners or vibrant gatherings with friends and family. Bayona’s menu is a delightful journey, featuring standout dishes such as New Orleans Style Barbecue Shrimp and Sautéed Redfish, each beautifully crafted to showcase local flavors. Starters like Eggplant Caviar and Crab Ravigotte are crowd favorites, earning their spots through rave reviews from delighted patrons.
The intimate courtyard provides an idyllic backdrop for al fresco dining, while the thoughtfully curated wine and cocktail selections enhance the dining experience. With vegan options available, Bayona caters to diverse tastes, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable meal in a charming setting.
Starters
Eggplant Caviar (Lunch)
Olive tapenade, feta, herb croutons.
Capriole Goat Cheese Crouton (Lunch)
Oyster and shiitake mushrooms, madeira cream.
Grilled Shrimp (Lunch)
Black bean cake, orange-coriander sauce.
Sauted Veal Sweetbreads (Lunch)
Potatoes, mushrooms, sherry mustard or lemon caper.
Rabbit Liver Pate (Lunch)
Red plum mostarda, pickles, mustard, and crostini.
Eggplant Caviar (Dinner)
Tapenade, feta, and herbed croutons.
Goat Cheese Crouton (Dinner)
Wild flour multigrain, mushrooms, and madeira cream.
Veal Sweetbreads (Dinner)
Lemon-caper or sherry-mustard butter.
Grilled Gulf Shrimp (Dinner)
Black bean cake with orange coriander sauce.
Curried Crawfish Phyllo Turnover (Dinner)
Lemon tahini sauce, and lime pickle tomatoes.
Cream of Garlic Soup (Lunch)
Soup du Jour (Lunch)
Bayona Salad (Lunch)
Farm greens, balsamic vinaigrette, shaved parmesan.
Bayona Blue Salad (Lunch)
Farm greens, balsamic vinaigrette, crumbled point reyes blue cheese
Caesar-Style Salad (Lunch)
Arugula, romaine, preserved lemon, fried caper.
Jumbo Lump Crab Salad (Lunch)
Mixed lettuces, roasted beets, hearts of palm, and green goddess dressing.
Bayonas Garlic Soup (Dinner)
Shrimp and Corn Bisque (Dinner)
Bayona Salad (Dinner)
Balsamic vinaigrette, and Parmigiano Reggiano. Add blue cheese for an additional charge
Caesar-style Salad (Dinner)
Romaine, arugula, preserved lemon, and fried capers.
Crispy Smoked Quail Salad (Dinner)
Pears, and spiced pecan with bourbon molasses dressing.
Celery and Date Salad (Dinner)
Mixed lettuces, toasted almonds, parmigiano, and castelvetrano olives.
Soups and Salads
Main Courses
Smoked Duck PB and J (Lunch)
Cashew butter, pepper jelly, apple-celery salad, wild flour multigrain.
New Orleans Style Barbecue Shrimp (Lunch)
Pimiento cheese grits and smothered greens.
Sauted Redfish (Lunch)
Louisiana popcorn dirty rice, fried okra, and everything tartar sauce.
Kofta Kebab (Lunch)
Spiced lentils, nigella spinach and tomatoes, with lemon tahini.
Pacific Salmon (Dinner)
Choucroute, red bliss potatoes, with gewurztraminer sauce.
Sauted Redfish (Dinner)
Thai shrimp and pork dumpling, bok choy, and spicy lemongrass broth.
Grilled Duck Breast (Dinner)
Lentils DU puy, sauted spinach, bing cherry sauce, and herb-candied walnuts.
Grilled Berkshire Pork Chop (Dinner)
Pimento cheese grits, smothered greens, creole sauce, and pickled peppers.
Prime Center Cut New York Strip (Dinner)
Eggplant-romesco, garlic potatoes, shishito peppers, salsa verde, and sauce bordelaise.
Fennel Pepper-Crusted Lamb Loin (Dinner)
Herbed goat cheese, roasted potatoes, and zinfandel sauce.
Rhum Baba
Pistachio ice cream, vanilla rhum syrup, pistachios, and tart cherries.
Ginger Spiced Flan
Alabama peaches, and blueberries.
Peanut Butter Tart
Banana mousse, salted caramel, and candied peanuts toasted marshmallow fluff.
Chocolate Nocello Crme Brle
Chocolate waffle cookie, cocoa nibs and toasted walnuts.
Ice Cream
Choice of House-made Ice Cream.
Sorbet
Choice of House-made Sorbet.
Artisan Cheese Plate
Chef's selection.
