If you’re looking for authentic Italian food, look no further. We’ve found the perfect place to indulge in all the pasta, pizza, and bread sticks you can eat. This hidden gem might just be one of the best kept secrets in New Orleans–let’s take a closer look.

You’ll find the Mona Lisa Restaurant tucked away on Royal Street in the French Quarter.

googlemaps.com Off the beaten path, you can easily pass by this place if you’re not looking for it.

They’ve been a neighborhood staple for over thirty years, and it’s time you check out one of the city’s most delicious hidden gems.

Patricia R./FourSquare The charming little restaurant is decorated with hundreds of Mona Lisa’s from guests. You’ll be mesmerized by all the artwork on the walls.

Serving some of the most deliciously authentic Italian food in New Orleans, you’ll be clearing your plate for sure.

Carrie Ogle/Zomato Their portions are big, so be sure to come hungry!

Pizzas, pasta, seafood and salads… You’ll have a hard time deciding what to select from their menu.

toxickel/Trip Advisor Their traditional spaghetti and meatballs is always a winner.

And people rave over their alfredo sauce.

Christy G./Trip Advisor They have several pasta dishes to choose from, and each one is just as delicious as the next.

You can find the Mona Lisa Restaurant at 1212 Royal St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116.

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Off the beaten path, you can easily pass by this place if you’re not looking for it.

Patricia R./FourSquare

The charming little restaurant is decorated with hundreds of Mona Lisa’s from guests. You’ll be mesmerized by all the artwork on the walls.

Carrie Ogle/Zomato

Their portions are big, so be sure to come hungry!

toxickel/Trip Advisor

Their traditional spaghetti and meatballs is always a winner.

Christy G./Trip Advisor

They have several pasta dishes to choose from, and each one is just as delicious as the next.

Have you ever been? Let us know what your favorite dish in the comments below!

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