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Classic Clubhouse Dining
Where award-winning thoroughbred excitement and award-winning local cuisine create a winning experience!
The Clubhouse Dining: A New Orleans Tradition
Since 1872, the legendary Fair Grounds Race Course has been a coveted entertainment venue that encompasses the soul of New Orleans’ culture, sports, and hospitality. As the third-oldest operating racetrack in the nation, our iconic Clubhouse has long been celebrated for world-class thoroughbred racing and exceptional dining—creating unforgettable experiences for generations.
This year, the Fair Grounds is proud to partner with Messina’s Catering and Events, an award-winning local favorite, to bring you The Clubhouse by Messina’s – a refreshed, elevated dining experience inspired by tradition and crafted for modern tastes. Rooted deeply in Fair Grounds history, Messina’s is dedicated to restoring The Clubhouse to its status as a must-visit New Orleans destination.
Whether you’re hosting a business lunch, enjoying a day at the track with friends, or planning a private large-group celebration, The Clubhouse invites you to savor the thrill of top-tier racing paired with fresh, local cuisine—all in a vibrant, elevated atmosphere you’ll want to return to again and again.
Discover the new era of racing and dining at The Clubhouse by Messina’s —where every visit is a winning experience.
The Clubhouse by Messina’s offers a race day buffet featuring award-winning local cuisine. Beverage service including craft cocktails, premium wines, and local beers is offered table-side and at the Clubhouse Tenacious Bar. Please note: Dining Room food service ends prior to the start of the second-to-last race.
On Thursday & Friday regular race days (Nov – March), the buffet is $30/per person + tax and gratuity.
On Saturday & Sunday regular race days (Nov –March), the buffet is $40/person +tax and gratuity.
On regular race days, tickets are not needed to enter the Clubhouse Dining Room.
Joining us during race season? Book your reservations at the button below!
Book Your Race Day Reservations Here!
Clubhouse Line: 504.571.3901 or email [email protected]
Clubhouse Dining tickets must be purchased via Ticketmaster on the following days:
November 21st Jambalaya Jamboree Cook-off
November 26th Thanksgiving Classic
November 27th Deck the Stalls Black Friday Pop Up Ships
December 5th First Responders Day
December 12th Louisiana Champions Day & Salute the Military
December 19th Road to the Derby Kickoff Day
December 26th Boxing Day Jazz Brunch & Junior Jockey Day
January 1st New Year’s Day $20.27 Special
January 2nd Thoroughbred Aftercare Fundraising Day
January 3rd Nighborhood Family Picnic Day
January 16th Road to the Derby Day
January 18th Dawn at the Track
January 30th Exotic Animal Races College Day
February 4 & 5 Dollar Days
February 11 Junior Jockey Day
February 13th LA Derby Preview Day & Breast Cancer Awareness Event
February 12, 19 & 26 Twilight Racing Series
February 20th Queens Day of Corgi Races
February 27th Krewes and Brews
March 6th Weiner Dog Races
March 12th Senior Day
March 13th Jazz Fest Day
March 20th Lousiana Derby Day
March 21st End of Season Awards
Please note: Food and beverage is not included in the ticket price except on Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Louisiana Derby Day.
On premiere Marquee Race and Special Event days (Nov – March), the buffet is $50/person +tax and gratuity. All beverages are a la carte + tax and gratuity.
Please Note: When reserving Clubhouse Dining tables on non-marquee race days, for tables of 4, at least 2 seats must be purchased. For tables of 6, at least 4 seats must be purchased. For tables of 8, at least 7 seats must be purchased.
Tables must be purchased as a complete set on Lousiana Derby Day.
Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended in the Clubhouse Dining Room on Event/Marquee race days, as space is limited.
Dress Code: Men must wear collared shirts. No shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops, or sweatsuits allowed.
Purchase Box, General Admission, and Marquee Dining Tickets Here!
