Upperline Restaurant was among the most consequential closures for the New Orleans dining scene during the pandemic. In the years since, the future for its historic Uptown property has stirred much speculation among local restaurant aficionados.
Finally, the wheels are in motion for what will come next.
Chef Justin Devillier and Mia Devillier, owners of the Uptown restaurant La Petite Grocery, have purchased the property at 1413 Upperline St. from JoAnn Clevenger and her husband Alan Greenacre.
They will develop a new restaurant here, with an opening date slated for late in 2026, perhaps in the fall…