I was here a couple of weeks ago, and had a good time. However, there were a few things that made it a lackluster experience.1. The biggest issue is that we went to check out the arcade, which it turns out doesn't exist. They do have Jenga and Shuffleboard, but that's it. They should definitely update the website and Google listing to reflect that there is no arcade.2. Getting to the rooftop involves leaving the restaurant, cutting through a parking ramp, and taking the world's slowest elevator to the top level. This is mostly beyond Ox Cart's control, but it's worth mentioning for people interested in going.3. The menu was pretty expensive for what it was. If I did come back, it'd probably just be for a couple of drinks and not for a meal or appetizers.All in all, it was still a good time and I loved the rooftop view, but it could have been better.
Been going to the rooftop at Ox Cart for several years, so it's always been a favorite in Lowertown. Our experience tonight was...not great. The drinks were good and the food was good, so no complaints about the quality of their product, but the service was honestly pretty bad. It was a fairly busy night (Friday with a Saints game) so recognize the added business, but my girlfriend and I were sitting at the bar for at least two hours and literally never once had a bartender actively approach us to ask if we needed anything. We ordered three rounds of drinks, two rounds of shots, and food, and every *single* *time* we had to wave someone down to order. I get that it was busy, but only one single bartender ever served us and all the other actively ignored us/wouldn't make eye contact. Not a great way to get returning neighborhood business, and hope they train their staff better going forward.Honestly, if anyone connected to this establishment reads this: we wanted to give you money, and you wouldn't take it. This is literally hurting your business.
For a soft open this is a hard pill to swallow. Taps aren't working. The non tap list is lacking. And apparently y'all can't split a check. Easy solution: ring them up on separate tabs. I suppose it's kismet that you're across from CHS field, since this place is playing in the minor leagues. Decent food though.Edit. This was a 4, but I spoke too soon. I was wrong about the food. Steak sandwich was great, but I'm pretty sure they just put Ruffles on my plate, and the jalapeño spam balls came out freezing cold in the center and you took them back to try twice. So I'm just assuming you're getting frozen food from the market and heating it up at this point.Thanks for the accommodation at the end.
While I’ve had a couple of OK experiences on the rooftop, the experience last night turned me off. Unable to make a reservation online, I called three times with no answer & zero voicemail. My reservation request was not denied (via email) until an hour before I hoped to have dinner there with a friend, causing me to scramble to find somewhere else on a Friday night. Neither one of us wanted to pay for parking etc. only to find out the place may have a private party or have permanently closed last week. I spent way too much time looking through their site, checking email, & calling them to come up with nothing. — With all of the shifts during the pandemic, info about restaurant closures is rarely updated on their websites & Google business page so being able to get a hold of the place or making a reservation online is key before planning your evening there.
Don't let the old reviews fool you, it's not the same Ox Cart as it was before. Went there before a Saints game and was told it was still their soft opening. The beer was not good, they either haven't cleaned their tap lines or are mixing up what hooked up. Whatever they are serving wasn't what was advertised. The food was ok. Not great, just okay. Great location and I hope they work out their issues before being fully open.
The Chef was amazing. Good food. Nice place. Great for team lunch. The Chef is a Rockstar ?
Fun place with a really nice views. The drinks tastes good and the food was okay. My only gripe is that the bar was slightly understocked. I understand it’s a divebar, but given the quality of their views - I expected a little higher quality drinks on the menu. Overall it was a great experience.
Such a cool spot! 4 stars just because it was a challenge to find. Definitely plan to go back though!
Great view great staff. 10/10 will go again
Ox Cart Ale House Today, not only did I have the pleasure of re-bonding with my team in person after so long, I also was able to have the experience of a lifetime. CHEF MICHAEL Wilson not only open specifically for us, he legit created the most wonderful enlightened conversation and mixed it with top of the line food with exquisite ingredients.Y'all if you EVER and I do mean EVER have the opportunity to have this man cook and share a conversation with you.....jump on it. Listening to him speak and share his experiences not just here but, IN THE COMMUNITY was like a breath of fresh air.For real...check him out and support. I promise you will not be disappointed.