The restaurant, which was located in the French Quarter, was forced to close following severe devastation from the hurricane that ultimately led to the relocation of the family business to Los Angeles.

Gideon's goal was to provide an escape from the non-kosher food that filled the tourist area of New Orleans.

The location was a popular hangout for Jewish and non-Jewish travelers alike, and was one of the only kosher restaurants in the city.

Soon after, they permanently settled in Los Angeles, where Chef Gideon contemplated bringing his recipes to the area.

Following Katrina, the other kosher restaurants in the Greater New Orleans area reopened.