Junior’s on Harrison

Junior’s on Harrison is neighborhood restaurant with comfort food and happy-hour specials in a casual setting. • 789 Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124

Junior's on Harrison restaurant in Lakeview New Orleans, Nolaplaces.com photo

A Corner of Comfort: Junior’s on Harrison Serving Soul & Style

There’s something special about a restaurant that feels both familiar and fresh, and that is exactly what you’ll find at Junior’s on Harrison, nestled in the heart of Lakeview at 789 Harrison Avenue. It’s what they cleverly call “a strangely familiar neighborhood joint,” and that description couldn’t be more perfect.

Part of the Hufft Marchand Hospitality family – a restaurant group founded by Nick Hufft and Lon Marchand that’s been elevating dining experiences across Louisiana since 2020 — Junior’s strikes a balance between upscale comfort and neighborhood charm. The space itself tells that story: a gorgeous two-floor setup with bars on both levels, well-lit dining areas, and a breezy balcony for those perfect New Orleans afternoons and early evenings.

Junior’s has woven itself into the fabric of Lakeview life through its commitment to community and consistency. Take their Monday special, for instance — a plate of classic New Orleans Red Beans & Rice, served with savory sausage and their signature spicy hush puppy. It’s the kind of reliable comfort that keeps locals coming back week-after-week.

What sets Junior’s apart in a city famous for its restaurants, is Junior’s core mission: being a cornerstone of its neighborhood. While Junior’s can hold its own with an impressive cocktail menu (their Sazerac and orange-forward Old Fashioned are local favorites), and the kitchen turns out dishes that would be at home in any upscale eatery, they never forget that being a the corner shop, in a walkable, New Orleans neighborhood, comes with a certain responsibility.

Under the umbrella of Hufft Marchand Hospitality, which is headquartered in Old Metairie, Junior’s benefits from the expertise of a group that understands both high-end dining and local charm. The company’s portfolio includes everything from Gail’s Fine Ice Cream to Il Supremo, which shows off its range and commitment to quality cuisine and to great, personal service.

By the way … Gails is a walk-up ice cream window, located at the back of Junior’s, on the side across from Lakeview Grocery.

So, at the end of the day, what makes Junior’s special isn’t just its pedigree or its polished interior — it’s the feeling you get when you walk through the door. At Junior’s on Harrison, you’ll always find yourself in a space that manages to be both elevated and down-to-earth.

Junior’s proves you don’t have to choose between upscale and approachable. In New Orleans, you can have both. — scott mccrossen

Gail's Ice Cream Shop in Lakeview, New Orleans. NolaPlaces.Com photo
The walkup window at Gail’s Ice Cream Shop in Lakeview, New Orleans. It’s located behind Junior’s on Harrison.