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Planet Hollywood in the Big Easy

Jul 11, 2000

by Candice923

Rating:

-1

Pros: good service, no wait, great food

Cons: Struggling business, too bright, kind of pricey

I have been to several Planet Hollywood restaurants in the United States. From New York to Nashville, every menu has been the same. My mother was completely against going to Planet Hollywood for lunch while we were in New Orleans, but I begged her. (It's a hobby of mine to collect pins from Planet Hollywood and the Hard Rock Cafe.) We were walking down Decatur Street, and just happened to pass Planet Hollywood. There was a menu posted outside.

The entrees offered are totally unique to New Orleans. You could imagine our delight when we found this out. I was just going to get the L.A. Lasagna, but it wasn't even on the menu! Mom was excited, too.

We returned for lunch around 12:30. There were maybe 2 other tables, so we were seated immediately. The service, by a waitress named Sachie, was quite prompt. Mom ordered the Creole Cob Salad while I tried to Roast Beef Po' Boy. We also ordered a side of Hush Puppies. Our food came out less than ten minutes later! It was very good, too. We'd never had Louisiana style food before, and our meal at Planet Hollywood inspired us to try some more local cuisine.

The decoration, however, leaves a lot to be desired. The walls were pretty bare, and there were only two movie screens that I could see. plus, the entire place was very, very bright, as opposed to the other dimly lit (and therefore cozier) Planet Hollywood's I've been to.

Over all, this Planet Hollywood was okay. Clearly, they're struggling for business. The paraphernalia is disappointing, service good, and food is great. Do I recommend it? Only if you're in town for several days-- there are a lot of better restaurants in the area. Visit the merchandise shop, though. The Mardi Gras Planet Hollywood pin is really cool.

Recommended:
No

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review by Candice923. July 11, 2000

Planet Hollywood in the Big Easy

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Candice Cain (Candice923)
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I own the Candy Cain Travel Co. in Brookhaven, NY. I am a certified Professional Bridal Consultant with the Association of Bridal Consultants and my agency is certified by IATA and CLIA. I specialize … more