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 201 reasons to eat Louisiana cooking |
201, Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 561 0007 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Master chefs, Jason Andres, an ex-apprentice of Emeril's NOLA, and Clint Whitemore, who gleaned his knowledge at the Grill Room of the Windsor Court Hotel, are the masterminds behind this popular eatery. While it is one of the newer establishments on the New Orleans restaurant scene, the unadorned decor compels diners to focus on the food. The contemporary Louisiana cuisine more than compensates for the lack of ambiance and fluff. Menu items vary from sautéed red snapper on a crawfish potato hash to Creole fried chicken marinated in buttermilk and mustard. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood/Contemporary French |
700, Fulton Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States + 1 504 525 7555 http://www.7onfulton.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. 7 On Fulton is located inside the Riverfront Hotel across from the New Orleans Convention Center. Chef Michael Sichel serves a variety of delicious entrees such as southern fried fish and also classic dishes, like his famous Duo de Beouf, a combination of prime beef and horseradish crusted shortribs served over whipped potatoes. The wine menu is extensive offering both new and old world wines. Enjoy your meal in a business-like atmosphere, with nicely dressed tables and original artwork hanging from the walls. Private rooms are available by reservation for large parties. -Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine New Orleans' seafood dishes |
724 Iberville Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 5973 http://www.acmeoyster.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This timeless New Orleans establishment has been popular since the management first opened its doors in 1910. Located just off Bourbon Street, the seafood house offers its own twist on New Orleans cuisine in a noisy, casual atmosphere. The food is not to be missed. The popular neon sign beckons locals and tourists to the trademark oysters at an unbeatably low price. If oysters do not tempt your taste buds, try the restaurant's famous Poopas, a French bread bowl filled with sausage and shrimp gumbo or red beans and rice with sausage on the side. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Creole Style |
611, Frenchmen St. New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 948 3800 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Once you discover this tiny classic restaurant located above the Apple Barrel, you will become a regular customer. Seating only 36 customers at a time, there is usually a wait for a table but the cuisine here is well worth it! Adolfo's serves Italian classics with a "southern Creole" twist. You will find lots of seafood dishes on the menu and the Chef's unique "design your own" entrée from anything in the kitchen. Adolfo's keeps a good selection of classic Italian wines on hand for only $4.00 a glass. This is a great place for a delicious meal or romantic evening. –Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual neighborhood cuisine |
611, Frenchmen Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 948 3800 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Formerly known as Alberto's, this comfortably casual restaurant in the Faubourg Marigny neighborhood is now under the direction of Chef Adolfo. This cozy restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a casual meal. An oldtreadmill sewing machine table makes for comfortable seating and is a great conversation piece. Some of the excellent Italian renditions offered here include cannelloni eggplant with Italian sausage, pasta with oysters and Veal Frances, which combines shrimp and artichokes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemperary and Quaint |
5015, Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 891 3015 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Alberta Restaurant delivers a unique atmosphere in its quaint location on historical Magazine Street. Enjoy fine dining in a contemporary atmosphere as Chef Melody Pate dishes up one of the house specialties, such as Duck Breast with Shrimp and Cappellini in orange tarragon butter or cut-it-with-a-fork Osso Bucco. The signature dessert is a warm chocolate soup served with a banana fritter, a culinary delight that you should not pass up. This restaurant is a great choice for fine dining and an evening out on the town with an elite, yet charming atmosphere. -Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Superior Southern cuisine |
720 St. Louis Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 7788 http://www.patout.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. In 1985, Food and Wine magazine named Chef/Owner Alex Patout one of the best chefs in the country. Subdued lighting gives this popular establishment an air of romantic mystery. Superior Creole cuisine and fine wine have made this a favorite place to dine for locals as well as visitors. Entrees include Cajun Smothered Roasted Duck ($18), Louisiana Seafood Pasta ($16), and other inventive Creole specialties. What would good food be without good service? The staff here makes sure all your dining needs are met with style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cool Alfresco |
620 Rue Chartres New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 3005 http://www.thealpinebistro.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. You haven't got the real taste of French Quarter if you have not been to Alpine Bistro, located in one of the oldest buildings. This cool and quaint joint serves cajun and creole dishes like never before. The beautiful water-fountain in the huge courtyard is perfect for a cozy twosome. Clamor for the barbecue shrimp with salad and French bread, gator sausage, broiled crawfish and gumbo! Chatty waiters entertain you as you enjoy poached eggs atop an English muffin, topped with Hollandaise with creamed spinach. Don't pass up on this one! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary Creole Creations |
600 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 274 0105 http://www.anatoles.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Raymond Toups, owner and chef of Anatole, opened his restaurant's doors in September 2006 and has been welcoming in customers ever since. Located in the Lafayette Hotel, Anatole should be your first stop if you're in the mood for perfectly prepared meat dishes or the freshest seafood delicacies. If you're looking for a true New Orleans experience be sure to drop by on Friday or Saturday evenings to dine while enjoying the live jazz performances. With such careful attention to bringing out the best flavors of the ingredients and dedication to creativity, Antole stands out in the sea of average restaurants in New Orleans. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quality Italian Food in the Quater |
1141, Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 566 0077 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Angeli specializes in both Italian food and Mediterranean food, both considered delectable delights that you would normally find in a first class restaurant. Angeli is instead a bright and electric one-room establishment located in the French Quarter that is always buzzing. The activity here is due to the 24 hours service on Fridays and Saturdays. Angeli is open until 4a on other days of the week. Decor includes flashy disco balls from the 70s and lots of neon lights. It is the perfect place for a party, late night dinner or early breakfast. Menu items include veggie pitas, breakfast pitas and pizzas, hummus, salads, sandwiches and calzones. Delivery service is available to local hotels in the area. -Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All night eclectic dining |
1141 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116-2605 United States +1 504 566 0077 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Moving from Uptown to the French Quarter has transformed this all night eatery into a hip haven for dining. The decor is wonderfully unassuming. Old movies are shown all night from 5p-6a. Patrons of all shapes and sizes frequent this hot spot. Bar hoppers looking for a bite to eat at 2am or the weary traveler just making it into town have found this to be a welcome site. An eclectic, slightly Mediterranean flair reigns in this all-night hot spot. From burgers to fettuccine and Portobello mushroom entrees, there is something for everyone. Breakfast items, including Belgian waffles with fresh berries, are available around the clock. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sensational Sicilian sherbert |
214 North Carrolton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 486 0078 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This quaint Mid-City sweets shop features traditional Sicilian sherberts, ice creams, pastries and candies. The cannoli and lemon-strawberry ices are the local favorites. These treats are a true Italian delicacy. The shop and its fare recall a day when Italian immigrants were the reigning people of the Vieux Carre. This is the perfect after dinner dessert stop. Don't wait too late though, this place closes at 10p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The finest in French cuisine |
725 Rue Saint Louis Between Bourbon and Royal streets New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 581 4422 http://www.antoines.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The original Antoine's, established in 1840, resided only a block from the restaurant's present location. This family-owned establishment, now in its fifth generation of management, bears the namesake of its creator, Antoine Alciatore. The French Quarter restaurant has 15 dining rooms, each with its own New Orleans-inspired decor. The service is adequate and the food is exceptional. The seafood entrees are among the best items on the menu, especially the Oysters Rockefeller, which were first created here before all others imitated. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Here's one to your health |
336 Camp Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 529 3442 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This health food restaurant and shop is located in the Central Business District, so you know the suits in the area will be here at lunch time. Rejuvenate your system with salads that feature the freshest lettuce in exotic varieties. Should you need a little something extra, the cheese soup is delicious. Worried about not leaving hungry? Don't. The portions are plentiful. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Creole cuisine served in high style |
813 Bienville St New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 523 5433/ +1 866 230 8891 http://www.arnauds.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. A dream that began with Arnaud Cazenave in 1918 lives on today. In 1978 the restaurant was acquired by Archie and Jane Casbarian and restored to its original splendor. The refurbished mosaic tile floor, as well as interior columns and antique ceiling fans, recapture the aura or early 20th century New Orleans. This grande dame of Creole cuisine is a sparkling jewel in the crown of New Orleans' fine restaurants. The menu features classic dishes as well as more nouvelle creations. Always excellent is the Shrimp Arnaud in remoulade sauce, the Oyster Stew and the Beef Wellington. Of course, the favorite for dessert is the fine Creme Brulee. Dinner entrees start at $24. A lunch menu features a less expensive table d'hote (fixed-price) selection along with an a la carte menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 East Meets the Bayou |
3635, Prytania Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 314 0010 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. August Moon is a unique restaurant offering both authentic Chinese and Vietnamese dishes on an extensive menu. If you don't see a dish that you would like, just ask the chef to prepare it. They are most accommodating! Lunch specials are available each day except Sunday when they are closed. August Moon offers take out service that is very popular with the locals. They even have a delivery service if you don't want to jump in the car and pick up your food. The atmosphere is casual and what would be expected of a Chinese restaurant. It is a great place for an inexpensive lunch or dinner with family or friends. Vegetarian friendly. -Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Harmonic Flavors |
545 Tchoupitoulas St. (Newt to Ambassador Hotel ) New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 599 2111 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Azul, located in the Ambassador Arts District Hotel - a former coffee warehouse, is a true culinary adventure. Fusing Asian influences and flavors into Cuban fare, the restaurant creates new and exciting dishes. The classic Cuban dish - pulled pork, is reinvented. Cuban pulled pork, slow-roasted pork, is paired with oranges and mojo sauce, and served over black beans and jasmine rice. In this dish the fusion approach shines in both presentation and flavor. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get Your Dolma On |
7724, Maple Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 314 0010 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This small Middle Eastern restaurant is well known for its location in the center of the triangle of Middle Eastern eateries, and for the unique style of thick pita bread served. The only way to describe it is thick and memorable. Babylon Cafe is located near both Loyola and Tulane Universities. They offer all the usual Mediterranean dishes such as Lebanese iced tea, stuffed grape leaves, hummus, stuffed pitas and a one-of-a-kind roasted garlic sandwich. Be sure to save some room for Baklava and a cup of Turkish coffee or mint tea for dessert. This is a small cafe with one chef, one assistant and one waitress so expect slower service at peak hours. The food will more than make up for the wait! -Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant Italian Creole |
310 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 2426 http://www.bacco.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This elegant French Quarter Italian restaurant is owned by the famed restaurant entrepreneurs, Ralph and Cindy Brennan. The beautifully designed space features pink Italian marble floors, wall and ceiling murals, Venetian chandeliers, and Gothic arches. The innovative, chic decor fosters an air of romance, which transforms dining couples into Italian lovers. The menu changes with the seasons, but usually includes such lunch appetizers as pan-fried polenta cake over spinach with oven roasted tomatoes and Gorgonzola cream, or a Creole Italian Gumbo with roasted goose, Italian sausage, chicken, and tasso. Decadent delights include frozen cappuccinos or praline cinnamon ice cream sandwiches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The healthy side of life |
920 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130-3904 United States +1 504 522 8792 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This Central Business District haven for the health food hunter isn't much to look at but the food and service are excellent compensation. Salad ingredients are fresh and delicious. Popular items include the egg salad and stir fry veggies. Since they are a popular lunch time eatery with the business crowd, go late to avoid the rush. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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People watch while you dine |
1104 Harmony Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 895 1600 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This is one of the most popular places to see and be seen in the French Quarter. From here, you can enjoy a bird's eye view of all the Vieux Carre activity down on always-busy Magazine Street. The combination of generous drink specials and the perfect spot for people watching draws patrons like moths to a flame. Filling fare, such as po-boys, hot wings and cheese fries are the quintessential complements for a good drink. The Balcony Burger, obviously named, is a hamburger steak patty smothered in Swiss cheese. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming Asian Eatery |
4, Canal Street Harrah's Casino New Orleans, LA 70130 United States + 1 504 525 3689 http://www.harrahs.com/casinos... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located inside Harrah's Casino near the Canal Street entrance, and resembling the city of Shanghi, you will find this charming sushi bar called Bambu. Serving Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese and Asian-fusion classics, there are endless choices on the menu to take care of the hunger pangs. This upscale, yet casual restaurant accommodates up to 60 with a self-serve sushi bar or counter where orders can be placed. Exclusive décor of good luck symbols, bamboo, water, fish and other various artifacts make this a perfect atmosphere to feast on Chef Richard Toy's Honey Wasabi Shrimp and other delicacies. -Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jewel in the crown |
430 Dauphine Street New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 525 4455 http://www.bayona.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This romantic Creole cottage dating back to the 1800s is a jewel in the crown of New Orleans cuisine. Award-winning Chef Susan Spicer also incorporates Alsatian, Asian, Indian and Southwestern style dishes into the menu. The casual atmosphere, combined with the consistency of outstanding service, paves the way for an array of culinary masterpieces. You may choose to dine surrounded by murals of Mediterranean gardens or in a tropical courtyard with real foliage. Along with the expected appetizers of soups and salads, lunch also offers entrees such as the Smoked Duck and Pepper Jelly Sandwich, or Shrimp and Cornbread Stuffed Quail. Dinners feature such tempting tastes as Pecan-Crusted Rabbit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fancy continental cuisine |
300 Bourbon Street Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 586 0300 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This prestigious restaurant located inside the Royal Sonesta Hotel serves a delicious continental blend of French-Creole fare. Arched windows afford views of a large courtyard that overflows with greenery and flowers. Baked oysters are presented on the half shell under a sauce made with leeks and Parmesan cheese. Salmon is nestled under a light phyllo crust while grilled pork chops and shrimp are served in a spicy tomato sauce. A good time to sample a bit of all these table pleasures would be the Friday seafood buffet or the Sunday jazz brunch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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African Showcase! |
1212 Royal Street New Orleans, LA 70116 2555 United States +1 504 522 1230 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Bennachin Restaurant is a must for those in search of native African cuisine. The warm and homely ambience and the friendly staff welcomes you as you prepare for an adventurous culinary trail. Walk in to find fresh, healthy meat and fish bursting with extravagant flavors. The lentil soup and the black-eyed pea fritters are delicious. Native wonders like shrimp Creole and African jambalaya are have a rich and authentic taste. The place is not hugely popular with the vegetarians but there are a few interesting selections among the limited items on offer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Melt in your mouth steak |
512, S. Peters Street (Harrah's Casino) New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 533 6111 http://www.harrahs.com/casinos... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Offering mouth-watering steaks inside Harrah's Casino, The Besh Steakhouse, can only be described as a modern and contemporary steak house. If you haven't "hit the jackpot" on the slots, you will certainly find luck here. In addition to great steaks, you will find seafood selections and an extensive wine list from wineries in California, France and even Austria that have been hand selected by Chef Besh. The Amber Bar is dazzling, and the unique artwork featuring Blue Dog by George Rodrigue's will be sure to catch your eye. Seats up to 150 guests, reservations are recommended. -Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small-scale international cuisine |
Hotel Maison de Ville, 733 Toulouse Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 561 5858 http://www.maisondeville.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the grand Maison De Ville, this tiny bistro is easily overlooked among all of the other more high profile choices available in the Viuex Carre. The dark paneled room has an air of an old-fashioned gentleman's club without the risqué business. The menu changes regularly and offers, when available, pan-seared Sonoma Foie Gras with grilled apples, and in the fall, berry chutney that melts in your mouth. Other entrees include smoked duck breast with sun-dried cherry reduction and ravioli stuffed with grilled quail, pine nuts, currants and chevre. They also offer a Creme Brulee that is second to none. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Light Cajun/Creole fare |
733 Toulouse Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 528 9206 http://www.hotelmaisondeville.... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located just steps from bawdy Bourbon Street, this restaurant's fans come from miles around to get a taste of Creole-American combos with a modern twist. This intimate little bistro is crammed full of tables. You may even feel as though you are dining with twenty instead of just two. But the soft light of wall lamps hung to reflect light onto the impressionist oils tends to tone down the sense of claustrophobia. In pleasant weather you may dine on the umbrella-shaded patio. Creations from the kitchen reflect a light Creole taste with modern American influences. For example: barbecue shrimp with New Orleans rice cakes, smart salads, or grilled salmon with pecan flavored wild rice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bagel emporium |
1000 South Clearview Parkway Elmwood Shopping Center New Orleans, LA 70123 United States +1 504 733 5010 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. A casual atmosphere features walls full of windows surrounding a large dining area. The slow spin of the ceiling fans sends the wafting aromas of delicious food throughout the room. The "click click" of staff shoes on the tile floor is a testament to the quick service. This bagel emporium offers a wide variety of bagels in addition to the most divine spreads. There are also a number of soups, salads, and a case full of gourmet desserts. Soup is served in bulbous bowls (French bread with the center carved out), a New Orleans creation. Two of the best choices are the homemade chicken noodle and the chicken chili. Gourmet coffee and tea come in plenty of choices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All day breakfast |
3625 Prytania Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 895 7166 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The popularity of this Uptown eatery is testified by the line that continually snakes out from its front door. Breakfast is the house specialty and includes huevos rancheros, corned beef hash and eggs, omelets, pancakes, and waffles. The menu also offers diner food and sandwiches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family recipes of Cajun dishes |
401 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 524 3386 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the Central Business District, adjacent to the French Qaurter, this establishment boasts the title of the oldest Cajun restaurant in New Orleans. An old New Orleans ambiance surrounds you as you dine on great food, served by a friendly staff. The dining room is cosy and the staff is charming. The kitchen has served authentic cajun dishes from family recipes since 1950. The five course crawfish sampler is recommended. The turtle soup and oyster omelet are also quite good. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic Caribbean cuisine |
240 South Broad Street New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 822 0040 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Chef Boswell cooks from the heart. He creates most of the dishes served here and enjoys his work to the fullest. His delight comes as he watches the expressions of pleasure as patrons dine on his Caribbean fare. Housed in an unassuming brick storefront, its interior is comfortable and casual. Festive colors of yellow and fuschia are warm and inviting. The bright walls are adorned with scenes of rural Jamaican village life. The tastes are light and fresh. Menu features include Ox Tail, Vegetarian Roti, Curried Goat, Steamed Fish and Jerk Chicken. They also sell plantain chips, curry powder, and various spices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oysters and mussels |
144 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70131 United States +1 504 522 0111 http://www.bourbonhouse.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This is a many leveled restaurant renowned for its fresh seafood delicacies cooked in a delectable cross between colonial French and southern American styles. The main dining room and the private dining rooms are done in beautiful wrought iron reminiscent of the European architectural legacy left behind. When you are at Bourbons you could always let the Frozen Bourbon Milk Punch tingle your insides with fresh sea fare for company. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian chain |
1711, St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 828 8828 http://www.bravoitalian.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Chef Phil Yandolini utilizes recipes inspired by his grandmother and his Tuscan heritage to create rich Italian food in a swanky, contemporary atmosphere. Tall ceilings and Corinthian columns are enveloped in the romantic sounds of big band music. The air is filled with an exciting upscale style that compliments the hustle and bustle of the open kitchen. Starters such as antipasto or stuffed portobello mushrooms are worth trying. Wood grilled entrees include Chicken Pomadoro, and Filet Mignon. Lunch specials are reasonably priced as are brunch specials on Sunday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lakefront newcomer |
8550 Ponchartrain Boulevard New Orleans, LA 70124 United States +1 504 283 8301 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This newcomer to the lakefront is one of the better choices when you are in the mood for seafood. Lots of windows and colorful posters surround good comfortable chairs in this above average eatery. Start with the lobster bisque or the deep-fried catfish chips dipped in zesty sauce. The main course selections include jumbo shrimp sautéed with tomatoes, rosemary and lemon garlic seasoning, or try the pan-fried gulf fish with spicy roasted pecans. Desserts are great as well and feature a brandy brittle freeze drizzled over macadamia nuts and ice cream. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Culinary phenomenon |
417 Royal Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 9711 http://www.brennansneworleans.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This building, which dates back to 1798, was acquired by the Brennan family in 1943 and transformed into a stunning restaurant with 12 elegantly decorated dining rooms. A beautiful courtyard of magnolia trees and picturesque fountains create the perfect dining atmosphere. Begin breakfast with a Brandy Milk Punch, followed by any one of exquisite entrees, such as Eggs Hussarde, a Brennan's original. Dinner also offers a delightful assortment of delectable options. For dessert, try the famous Bananas Foster, another creation of Brennan's epicureans. Jackets are required for dinner, and reservations are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern Louisiana cuisine |
723 Dante Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 861 7610 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This renovated Victorian cottage is owned and operated by Marna Brigsten, who has created a Victorian era atmosphere modernized to meet the dining needs of today's patrons. This quaint cottage is home to award-winning meals that set the tone for a dining experience to remember. The menu, which changes daily, offers only freshest ingredients. Try the seared tuna, Shrimp Remoulade or the fantastic pork tenderlion. An evening special Tuesday through Thursday features a three course meal for only $14.95. Make reservations well in advance, as this place is popular. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic French Creole cuisine |
819 Conti Street New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 581 3866 http://www.broussards.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Built in 1834, this home was once known as the Borello Mansion. In 1920, Joseph Broussard and his wife Rosalie Borello opened the lower level of this mansion to the public as a small restaurant. The subtle elegance and the imperial decor are reminiscent of Napoleonic days gone by. Broussard's Parisian culinary training, coupled with his demand for perfection, made this a five-star restaurant. Now under the direction of Gunter Preuss, the standard remains just as high and the dishes are equally delectable. Choose from such Creole classics as Pompano Napoleais, or baked filet of redfish. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From ribs to catfish |
429 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 5800 http://www.bubbagump.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Enter the world of Forrest Gump when you dine at Bubba's in the French Quarter. Bubba Gump's has a choice of places to dine, including the private dining room, courtyard or balcony. Naturally, this would have to be a casual, fun place otherwise it would not suit Forrest. This is a great place to bring the kids. The menu offers a variety of dishes from ribs to catfish and of course shrimp. The entrees include the Bourbon Street Mahi Mahi and Mama Blue's Southern charmed fried shrimp. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Southern with a Mexican flair |
3162 Dauphine Street New Orleans, LA 70117-6727 United States +1 504 944 4445 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This neighborhood eatery is located in an ancient building that was once a pharmacy. Its tiny open-air cafe features lovingly prepared Southern food complemented with Mexican flair. Several tables, a small bar, and paintings by a local artist create a homey casual feel in this off-the-beaten-path eatery. Good appetizer choices are the Mexican Skins or the Crawfish Quesadillas. Opt for the barbecue combo of ribs and chicken and arm yourself with extra napkins. Vegans should take note; they also serve an excellent grilled vegetable platter with a baked potato. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Creole with soul |
901 Louisiana Avenue New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 891 5271 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This old white clapboard building is located near the uptown riverfront. Frills are few and far between in this dining room of bare top tables and walls covered with fish prints. Specialties of the house include fresh vegetables, hearty fruit pies, fried green tomatoes, stuffed pork chops and boiled beef brisket. It is a great place for a weekend breakfast or brunch. This classic New Orleans eatery has recently been renovated, and is under new management. Voted "Best Neigborhood Restaraunt in Uptown New Orleans" by Where Y'at Magazine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French Creole with class |
3127 Esplanade Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 945 5635 http://www.cafedegas.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The 19th-century French Impressionist, Edgar Degas, once lived in the fashionable Creole district. This is a charming place to eat outdoors, but with all the comforts of indoor dining. Located on Esplanande Avenue, this chic neighborhood restaurant provides a pleasant atmosphere whether you dine on a cool evening or a sunny afternoon. This casual but classy experience offers a variety of French fare. Reservations for parties of three or more are required. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh, hot beignets and world famous coffee |
800 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 525 4544 / +1 800 772 2927 (Toll Free) http://www.cafedumonde.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This French-market coffee stand, established in 1862, offers a menu of dark coffee and chicory, beignets, white or chocolate milk and freshly-squeezed orange juice. The cafe is open seven days a week, 24 hours a day (except Christmas Day) and is one of the most popular places in New Orleans for singles, couples and families. You may have to wait for a table during the busiest morning hours. While the coffee is certainly good, most people come for the famous, fresh-from-the-fryer beignets. They are brought to your table in such a hurry that they are still hot when you take that first melt-in-your-mouth bite. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World class Italian |
117 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 529 2154 http://www.cafegiovanni.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Opened in 1991, this establishment was recently renovated, doubling its capacity while adding a spacious dining room and a closed-in courtyard. Tables covered in white linen are romantically lit with votive candles, creating an authentic Italian cafe experience. Try the Fried Green Tomatoes or Duck Classico with garlic glaze. A fine selection of wines complements the Italian fare. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gateway to the French Market |
1000 North Peters Street French Quarter New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 523 7418 http://www.cafegumbolaya.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This restaurant is located in the historic Red Store building on the Mississippi River across the street from the French Market. The casual upscale dining rooms are simply decorated with a few paintings depicting scenes of New Orleans past and present. There is also an open air patio that offers a view of the bussling tourists and locals in the French Market. The staff is attentive and knowledgable of local cuisine. Specialties include the Pasta Jambalaya with smoked Andouille sausage with Gulf shrimp and ripe tomatoes, the Grilled Snapper Orleans topped with sauteed artichokes and mushrooms, and the Crawfish Napoleon: a stuffed pastry filled with crawfish and a spicy crème sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coffee house take me away |
1913, Royal Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 945 1114 http://www.cafemarigny.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. A welcome and friendly retreat from the ongoing activity of the Vieux Carre, and a pleasant rest stop from shopping in the French Market. You may choose a cappuccino to sip while you read or grab a sandwich before heading back out into the bustle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New dining |
2917 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 895 2500 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. While Magazine Street, is known more for its wide variety of shops and boutiques, there are also a few dining stops along the way. Café Rani, its most recent addition, is located in the old Salvation Army building, and is under the direction of Chef Lee Yates. An air of romance heightened by an upscale style is the perfect setting for its cutting-edge American cuisine. A mural of tropical dimensions adorns one of the walls. Patrons are seated in teak wood chairs as fleet-footed servers attend to their duties. From grilled chicken to salads to vegan delights, this cuisine is superb. The lunch and dinner menu is basically the same, but it has begun to introduce different dinner dishes. Much of its popularity, however, derives from its brunches, which provide a true al fresco experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Turkish pizza |
1901, Sophie Wright Place New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 524 2419 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This warm casual dining spot is located in the heart of the lower Garden District. Their specialties are the gourmet pies of Turkish decent. A soft pastry-like crust with traditional toppings is also available. Delivery is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Romantic Southern Elegance |
912 Royal Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 412 8965 http://www.princessofmonaco.co... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the heart of the French Quarter inside the Princess of Monaco Carriage House & Courtyard, Cafe Amelie offers a welcome refuge from the busy streets. As the former home of Alice Heine, the first American Princess of Monaco, the courtyard and carriage house provide an exquisite, romantic dining atmosphere. The kitchen uses only fresh, local ingredients for its small, but mighty menu which captures the flavor of the city with its southern Creole and Cajun cuisine. Try the New Orleans Pan Fried Crab Cakes with citrus drizzle or the Creole Lamb Chops. Dinner can get pricey, but you get what you pay for in service and ambiance. Patrons can also enjoy live music on Friday and Saturday evenings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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WiFi-Friendly Coffee House |
1241 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 524 3689 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Weary travelers can rest their feet at Café Envie - a quaint, popular coffeehouse that offers yummy drinks, pastries, sandwiches, cheeses, and even free WiFi access. The menu is affordable (nothing over 10 dollars) and the location is ideal for people watching. The staff can be curt, but the atmosphere is relaxed. Try a Saint Ann Panini - stuffed with grilled chicken, roasted red peppers and pesto - as you examine the crowd over your laptop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pub Grub |
116 Baronne Street New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 566 0055 http://www.cajunmikes.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Cajun Mike's is situated in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Guests love the Pabst Blue Ribbon and the pub grub like chicken wings and cheese fries. 'Welfare Wednesdays' feature $1 drinks from 4p-7p. Menu includes light items that you can munch on while having you drinks. You will find Cuban sandwiches, red beans and rice, and po-boys to satiate your hunger. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eclectic veal specialties |
4141 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 891 3200 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Should you wish to venture outside the French Quarter, go west to Canal Street and catch the Saint Charles street car. Then, after completing this famous ride, wander over to this attractive Garden District restaurant popular with the walking-tour crowd. Its menu is full of crowd pleasers. Start with the crab cakes. Then opt for one of its many veal specialties like the Veal Salvatore, which is served with creamy fettuccine and French style green beans. Or the Veal Reginald, which is topped with sauteed mushrooms and hollandaise sauce and served with cinnamon pecan apples. Or for the truly daring, try the Veal Cheri, which is topped with cream of crawfish sauce and served over fettuccine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The oyster place |
4330 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 895 9761 http://www.casamentosrestauran... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This Garden District restaurant takes their oysters so seriously that they close down when the little mollusks are not in season. This place is small and sparse, but the atmosphere benefits from good-natured waitresses who serve up fun with the food. The house specialty is scrubbed clean and well selected. Another delicacy is the oyster loaf, a big loaf of bread fried in butter and filled with oysters or shrimp and fried again to seal it. They also serve a gumbo that is quite possibly the best in town. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Street car line Italian eatery |
1500 South Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 866 9866 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This quaint Italian eatery is just one of many shops and restaurants along the Saint Charles Street car line. It is the perfect dining spot for an intimate meal or a family night out. Couples and kids alike will enjoy making their own pizza. What could be more fun, except maybe eating it? House favorites also include Piccatina di Vitello, which in layman terms means tender veal sautéed with artichoke hearts, capers, mushrooms, lemons and white wine. If you cannot eat Italian without having spaghetti, try the Con le Gamberetti, which features sautéed shrimp with garlic and fresh basil in a light tomato sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Muffuletta-Must |
923 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 523 1620 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Best known for its Muffuletta (which has been featured on the PBS special, "Sandwiches You Will Like"), this Italian deli-grocer has been owned by the same family since it opened in 1906. For the uninitiated, this is the place to acquaint yourself with the classic Muffuletta, a massive round loaf stuffed with Italian meats, cheeses, olives, and more. Central Grocery has become more of a grocer than a deli over the years (the Muffuletta is the only sandwich you can order prepared) and offers towering shelves of imported goodies from Italy, Syria, Greece and Sicily. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Front for the Culinary Institute of New Orleans |
2100 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 2433 http://www.ci-no.com/menus/ind... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This Garden District restaurant is a front for The Culinary Institute of New Orleans. Opened in late 1996, it is staffed with professional waiters and chefs-in-training. A striking dining room, with a wall of windows, provides a view of a candle filled wrought iron vine. The menu boasts Italian fare, with familiar Creole flavors. Dishes include Fried Green Tomatoes with Shrimp Andremoulade, Crabmeat Ravigote with Poached Asparagus, Smoked Trout, and Lobster with Mushroom Bisque. Desserts are divine. Spoil your tongue with the Banana Tarlette, Apple Tart, or Creme Brulee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic Chinese |
125 Robert East Lee Boulevard New Orleans, LA 70124 United States +1 504 283 2800 / +1 504 283 3333 http://www.chinaroseno.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located minutes from downtown, this restaurant is on the Lakefront. Chefs are hired directly from mainland China in order to prepare the best, most authentic Chinese cuisine in New Orleans. A newly renovated interior offers the perfect atmosphere for any dining occasion. Full service catering is also available for your off-site dining convenience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chinese Chow |
3327 South Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118-4531 United States +1 504 482 1122 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Chinese Kitchen offers the tastiest Chinese food on this side of Carrollton. This is true Chinese Soul Food at work as you relish the beef and broc combo plate with egg roll, fried wonton and a mai tai! Shrimp Har Kew with creamy sauce and fresh vegetables is phenomenal. Although a bit pricey, the consistently mind-blowing taste more than makes up for it. The wait-staff is far from chatty. But who cares when you have huge amount of servings to dig into?! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great restaurant! |
3835 Iberville Street New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 482 4924 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This quaint cathedral has an atmosphere of reverance rarely found outside of religious institutions. Tall stained glass windows and cathedral ceilings are features of this house of dining. Their terrific blend of French and New Orleans Creole cuisine makes for a quiet, but quintessential, memory of table pleasures in the Crescent City. Menu favorites include the Filet of Fish smothered in a Meuniere Amandine Beuree Noir sauce, the Grilled Duckling served with a Tabasco and orange demi-glaze sauce, and the Gulf Shrimp sauteed with fresh vegetables and garlic, flamed in brandy and covered with a Dijon butter sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classy Creole |
6100 Annunciation Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 895 1111 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This contemporary bistro located Uptown offers upscale yet comfortable dining. The decor is minimal with neutral gray walls and ceiling fans above the bentwood chairs and white linen tablecloths. The easy, sophisticated charm is a favorite with professional and business types from nearby uptown neighborhoods. Dishes are imaginative twists on New Orleans favorites. Specialties include the fresh sautéed fish in cream sauce flavored with crawfish stock and fried oysters matched with Brie. The cozy bar is known for its single-malt scotch selection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Hot Spot For Great Hamburgers |
900 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70116-3121 United States +1 504 598 1010 http://www.clovergrill.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. A perfect place to watch Mardi Gras crowds on the Quarter from its big windows, Clover Grill is well known for hamburgers. The eleven red stools along the diner counter are a great place to be seated and to drink in the place. The Pork Chop and Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs is finger licking good. If you don't fancy what's on the menu, feel free to make your own burger or omelette! The juke box fills the room with foot-tapping music. Laugh your heart out leafing through Clover's humourous menu. The friendly staff, casual atmosphere makes it a hit with the locals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rustic Southern spices |
930 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 588 2123 http://www.cochonrestaurant.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Cochon restaurant is proof of joint chef and owner, Donald Link and Stephen Stryjewski's love for Southern life. Come here to cherish authentic Cajun cuisine with its full bodied rustic spices and country flavors. All the food items are fresh from the farm along with home cured sausages, smoked bacon and head cheese. Roasted meat from a wood burning oven and locally sourced seafood are Cochon's specialties. Bourbons, beer, cocktails and wines blend with the Southern tone. Homely wooden seating with steel bar and open kitchen is great for casual dining. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic restaurant |
714 St. Peter Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 524 3500 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This historic restaurant is a favorite of the tourist crowd. It has served home-style classic Creole dishes for over 50 years. It is best known for serving calas, a hard-to-find Creole rice cake that is extremely popular for breakfast. Other dishes include salad Jayne, seafood gumbo, red beans and rice, fried chicken, seafood platter, omelets, bread pudding, and fruit cobblers. The attire is casual. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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"Best restaurant in the United States" |
1403 Washington Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 899 8221 http://www.commanderspalace.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. No list of New Orleans' restaurants would be complete without Commander's Palace. Voted "Best Restaurant in the United States" in 1996 by the James Beard Foundation, this fine southern establishment lives up to its reputation with exceptional cuisine and a dining experience you will not soon forget. One piece of the package here is the wait staff: the efficient servers are attentive rather than officious. Dining rooms vary in size from large to intimate in this modified 1880s Victorian house. Commander's Palace is particularly known for its turtle soup. Other standouts include the Mississippi Roasted Quail Stuffed with Creole Crawfish Sausage and, for dessert, the Creole Bread Pudding Soufflé. There is also an excellent wine list with suggestions for each entree. Enjoy 25-cent martinis during lunch. Jackets are recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A beer drinkers paradise |
509 South Carrolton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 866 9104 http://www.cooterbrowns.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This ultimate beer tavern has been a favorite watering hole since 1977. It boasts more than 400 brands of imported and domestic bottled beer and more than 40 on tap. The atmosphere is something like a sports bar, with eight color TVs, video poker games and pool tables. Surprisingly good cuisine makes the trip uptown on the trolley worth it. One example of the great bar food is the Cheese Fries, a favorite of the locals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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South of the border food |
620 Iberville Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 1138 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This unassuming cantina, with its authentic, weather-beaten look, has joined dishes from Mexico and Cuba in ways that make up for whatever it lacks in atmosphere. The food is the priority here, and it is wonderful. Inside, there is plenty of hustle and bustle. Although the decor is limited, the wait staff is friendly. The selection of food is not only good but also inexpensive. The house specialties include fajitas with your choice of chicken, beef, pork, or shrimp and wash it all down with a cold Corona. All meals come with chips and salsa. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Court of Two Sisters |
613 Royal St New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 7261 http://www.courtoftwosisters.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Two Creole sisters who originally owned a notions shop serving only the finest of ladies established this appropriately named restaurant. Constructed in 1880, the restaurant stands on the same site as their first establishment. This historic building is enveloped in an ambiance found only in the Vieux Carre. The main reason to visit this restaurant is for its Jazz Brunch Buffet. It features more than 60 dishes including meat, fowl, fish, vegetables, fresh fruits, homemade bread and pastries. Overall, this Creole dining experience will capture your heart as well as your taste buds. World-renowned food and a courtyard equally impressive makes this a dining experience not to be missed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Full service hotel for the business traveler |
124 St. Charles Ave New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 581 9005 http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This hotel provides all of the conveniences that make travel easy. The concern for guests' necessities includes valet parking in a gated lot. Spacious rooms boast queen or king size beds with comfortable sitting areas and large desks. It is located on the quiet outer edge of New Orleans' famous French Quarter. When venturing outside of the Courtyard, take a leisurely walk and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding old Southern mansions or ride on the famous rail cars.For Business meetings two rooms having 580 square feet of space. Each room has a capacity of 50 persons. Dinner delivery is available from local restaurants, a coffee shop and cocktail lounge are on site, concierge service and fax/copy capabilities are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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"Be nice or leave" |
428, Jefferson Highway New Orleans, LA 70121 United States +1 504 833 2722 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Crabby Jack's, a one-time seafood store, is a popular lunch eatery offering a real touch of New Orleans. You will want to try their fried chicken with just a touch of spice that will keep you coming back for more. Their Blackened Fish and Slow Roasted Duck Po-Boy are house specialties that are worth making a special trip for. Despite its off-putting moniker, Crabby Jack's will leave you anything but crabby when you drop in for a bite. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Romantic bistro |
1410 Robert Street New Orleans, LA 70115-4036 United States +1 504 899 2670 http://www.lacrepenanou.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The perfect spot for an intimate, romantic dinner, this restaurant won the top French bistro in New Orleans honors from Zagat's survey. Dine while being serenaded by the lilting sounds of the French accordionist. Angled windows allow patrons to gaze at the stars while they dine surrounded by a collaboration of 19th century and modern appointments. The charm attracts tourists and keeps the locals coming back. Among the menus many offerings are crepes wrapped around a variety of fillings, including crawfish. Or, if you prefer, enjoy a big, healthy salad with flaky, grilled fish. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quality food and beer |
527 Decatur St New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 0571 +1 888 819 9330 (Reservations) http://www.crescentcitybrewhou... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This restored French Quarter building is home to quality food and four types of brewed "in house" beer. Music for your listening pleasure as well as art for you viewing make this a fine dining and drinking experience. The focus of this restaurant is on large portions and freshness. They cut and prepare all their own meat and fish daily. Menu favorites include the baked oysters (prepared with either spinach, eggplant or crabmeat), Red Stallion mussels, Vietnamese Bouillabaisse, and Louisiana Quail. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional Steakhouse |
1001 North Broad Street New Orleans, LA 70119-4212 United States +1 504 821 3271 http://www.crescentcitysteaks.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Crescent City Steak House has been around for more than 65 years and that speaks for itself! Most locals are seen grabbing a steak at this joint. The simple menu prepared with the best corn-fed beef and casual atmosphere makes for a great family outing. Strip Sirloin, Rib Eye, Porterhouse, Filet or T-bone are some of the all time favorites. The potatoes and vegetables are served in varied styles. If you are in the mood for privacy, the small enclosures are perfect for dates or business deals. So be sure to head here for the greatest steaks in town! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A tiny gem in the French Quarter |
617 Ursuline Street French Quarter New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 524 4663 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This little French patisserie is a favourite with the locals, who flock here to grab breakfast and a steaming cup of coffee in the mornings. The rich blends will delight coffee connoisseurs; for those who do not care for steaming beverages, there are croissants, quiches and tasty sandwiches that make for a nice lunch. The fresh pastries deserve a special mention too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant dining of days gone by |
833 Poydras Street Le Pavillion Hotel New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 581 3111 http://www.lepavillon.com/crys... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The Crystal Room is a long-standing symbol of elegant dining with superior cuisine. Under the cooking magic of executive Chef Lisa Hanson, this is one of the top steak houses in New Orleans. Swing music fromthe 1930s, 1940s and 1950s attracts a dance crowd. Whether you are there for the food or the music, a complimenary basket of fresh breads with herbal butter is provided. Soft candlelight and opulent chandeliers create an aura of romance. The surrounding tall columns and fine art work that adorn the walls provide a majestic presence. You may choose from 14-oz ribeyes or 12-oz double cut pork chops with plum and apple compote or opt for the grilled salmon and tuna. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Take your friends out |
322, Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 587 9001 http://www.restaurantcuvee.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Cuvee is definitely the place to enjoy a romantic dinner or host a stylish shindig. The wait staff are effervescent and efficient and the staid interiors have interesting decorations. Food tends to sound familiar but Grilled Filet Mignon, Rosemary Butter Roasted Chicken and Seared Sea Scallops are out of the ordinary. The Creme Brulee and Cherry Rice Pudding are also worth a shot. Wines from Austrailia, Europe and the Americas are neatly stacked. Pull out a glass to sip. Check for seasonal events that take place from time to time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Innovation is the Fuel at Dante's! |
736 Dante Street New Orleans, LA 70130 5615 United States +1 504 861 3121 http://www.danteskitchen.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. If there is an award for being super inventive, Dante's Kitchen takes the whole cake! This neighborhood cafe boasts of a completely unpredictable and ever evolving menu. Just when you think that it was all, Chef Loubier's out-of the world creations takes you on an adventurous trek! The pumpkin soup, the Prince Edward Island Mussels and Roasted Duck Breast are absolutely divine. Brunch on weekends has 'Shrimp and Chorizo Salad' and 'Grilled Gulf Fish Sandwich' on the menu. Their wine list is competent with everything from 'Sauvignon Blanc' to 'Marquis de Perlade' in its collection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New Orleans cuisine at its best |
4501 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans, LA 70115-1519 United States +1 504 894 9880 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Richard Benz, formerly of Gautreau's, has mastered the "new" New Orleans cuisine making this a dining hotspot. This casual spot with comfortable seating is a collaboration of home and contemporary styles. They complement each other nicely inside pumpkin colored walls adorned with hand-painted plates and vases of fresh flowers. The atmosphere is upscale casual. Start with the Pain Perdu or the fried oysters. For dinner opt for one of its many choices of Smoked Whole Fish, or go for the Pecan Crusted Gulf Fish. Decadent delights for the sweet tooth include Coconut Mango Creme Brulee, and the Tchoupitoulas Tcheese cake. A wine list of whites and reds are sold by the glass or by the bottle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular steak house in the Garden District |
716 Iberville Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 2467 http://www.dickiebrennanssteak... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This creation by a younger member of the Commander's Palace clan specializes in steaks and chops with that special New Orleans touch. Dark cherry walls, tile floors and antique brass fixtures add to the resounding masculine charm that collaborates so well with the assortment of steak options. The wines are, naturally, all red; what else would you have with red meat? Steaks are made divine with a variety of light seasonings, butter sauces, garlic rubs and mushroom peppercorn crusts. Never fear if you are not a big steak fan, the menu also features excellent renditions of typical New Orleans foods and desserts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chinese and Vietnamese take out |
8128 Oak Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 861 9724 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in Carrollten New Orleans, this Chinese restaurant also features Vietnamese cuisine roots of its chef, Doson Ha. The setting of this neighborhood eatery is simple and casual. It is popular in the summer for its takeout menu. This is a good alternative to the endless Cajun/Creole establishments that dominate the area. The prices for the Vietnamese dishes are more reasonable than their Chinese counterparts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Maison Dupuy's restaurant |
1001 Toulouse St New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 522 8800 http://www.maisondupuy.com/Dom... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Chef Dominique Macqret reigns over this nationally acclaimed restaurant. It is conveniently located in the French Quarter within the Maison Dupuy hotel. The dining room is a vision of white linen elegance. There is also a courtyard for dining out of doors when the weather permits. The menu makes a strong French impression with an even stronger Louisiana flair. The menu changes with the season and varies depending on what are the freshest available ingredients. Breads and pastries are made fresh daily. The dress for lunch and dinner requires a jacket. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nouvelle Asian plus brass band |
435 Esplanade Avenue New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 949 1750 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This hippy den, with pillows on the floor for lounging, is transformed after dark into one of the funkiest jazz venues in the city. You never quite know what to expect in a place that functions as a bar, coffee house and performance venue, so take your chances... It could be, and usually is, quite fun! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family friendly |
501 Pine Street (Loyola University's Broadway Campus) New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 861 5451 http://dunbarscreolecooking.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This modest uptown eatery is a true family affair putting granddaughters and son-in-laws to work in both the front and back of the restaurant. While your first impression may be that this is a little hole in the wall, it is actually quite big on character. Serving soul food for your mental comfort makes it even larger than life where cuisine is concerned. Menu features include Okra with Shrimp, Greens with Turkey Necks, Candied Yams, Peas, and Cornbread and Biscuits. There is also a great Fried Catfish and Gumbo with a side of Potato Salad. Breakfast offers Smoked Sausage, Pancakes and Fried Liver or Porkchops with Grits. There is no need for reservations as they boast 100 seats upstairs, plus another 100 downstairs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cajun, Creole Wonders |
900 Dumaine Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 522 6533 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. In the heart of French Quarter, Eat Restaurant dishes out fresh and delicious food made with a personal touch that satisfies the senses! The very modern interiors blend perfectly with the building's classic outer appeal. A wide array of cajun, creole, and other New Orleanian favorites are on the menu. Try the bell peppers stuffed with big shrimp and perfectly-seasoned ground beef, ravishing crawfish etoufee, chicken and andouille gumbo! Great food, value for money combined with chic interiors, what more can you ask for? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale Italian |
1179 Annunciation Street New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 299-1179 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Eleven 79 is off the beaten path but well worth the search. Once inside you will find authentic Italian dinners and a wonderful wine selection. The bar is always crowded with those waiting for a much sought after table; reservations are a must. This place is crowded but if you have La Bocca della Verità it will tell you it's worth the wait! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Don't Miss Out On This Culinary Treasure! |
601 Gallier Street New Orleans, LA 70117 United States +1 504 944 9272 http://www.elizabeths-restaura... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The modest surroundings and the simple white frame building housing Elizabeth's can be quite deceptive and is no indication of the delicious food on the platter. It serves a hearty meal whether its breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. The 'Praline Bacon', 'Eggs Elizabeth', 'Redneck Eggs Benedict' which are poached eggs perched atop fried green tomatoes are to die for.'Calas' and 'Apple Crepes' are some of the house specialties. All in all, an unpretentious eatery for casual dates and outings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top quality steaks |
700 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 523 1485 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This popular steak house occupies an 18th-century building that has been a landmark in the Crescent City for over 40 years. Dining here is like stepping into the Mardi Gras scene year round. The Carnival spirit and decor are sure indicators as to why this steak house is so popular. Dine with a view overlooking Bourbon Street and enjoy many delicious choices including steak, seafood and the ever-popular Creole and Cajun specialties. The kitchen serves lunch, dinner, and late night dining. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Make Merry At Emeril's |
800 Tchoupitoulas Street At Julia Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 528 9393 http://www.emerils.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The stylish main room combined with high ceilings, a world class menu and oh-so-attentive servers make Emeril's a pleasant place to dine at. Chef Lagasse's creative and imaginative fare such as 'tender butterflied shrimp with tiny rosemary-flecked biscuits in a thick wine' tingles your tastebuds. European delicacies such as the rare Italian white truffle is recommended. Emeril's is one of a kind, in that, it competes with none other than itself, constantly improvising on its ever evolving menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Emeril's newest creation |
1300 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 4937 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This turn-of-the-century restaurant has operated out of an old New Orleans home since 1895. Since its re-establishment in 1997, the restaurant has been in the hands of world-famous chef, Emeril Lagasse. Warm Southern hospitality, as well as memorable food, makes this a popular spot with locals and visitors. As expected, the menu boasts classic items revitalized with Lagasse's inventive style of Creole cuisine. Appetizers include Turtle au Sherry and Emeril's Barbecue Shrimp. Entrees include Pan Roasted Mississippi Farm Raised Quail, Sautéd Rainbow Trout and Hickory Roasted Duck. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous Creole-Cajun restaurant |
800 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 528 9393 http://www.emerils.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. A renovated warehouse in the Arts District is home to the flagship restaurant of star chef Emeril Lagasse. This world class dining experience will titillate your taste buds with the finest in Creole cooking and award-winning wines. The chiefly seafood menu includes such signature dishes as Portuguese-Style Steamed Clams and Mussels, Smoked Salmon, and Sundried Tomato Cheesecake. The building's original brick walls and existing water pipes have been rejuvenated into a contemporary jazz decor. Private dining rooms are available for parties or businesses lunches. Valet parking is offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great for drinks, lunches, and meetings |
600 South Peter St New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 8544 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Conveniently located just two blocks from the Convention Center, this is a great place for lunch, relaxing with a few drinks, or holding a business meeting. The elegant upstairs hall can accommodate 50-500 people for conventions and private parties. The upstairs balcony overlooks the bustling activity of the Lafayette Pedestrian Mall. The simple and delicious bar-food menu includes hamburgers, grilled chicken sandwiches, and traditional New Orleans gumbo. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best pub fare in the Big Easy |
4330 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 895 9582 / +1 504 895 1991 (Toll Free) |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. You can always hear the jukebox and lively voices pouring from Fat Harry's doors. This laidback bar is a hangout for college students and young professionals alike. Harry's also boasts great bar fare, such as Buffalo wings and poboys, and the best cheese fries in the Big Easy. Weekly lunch specials make this a popular stop for the local business crowd. If you cannot get there for lunch, it also serves dinner and offers late night hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Balcony dining and piano |
2600 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70117 United States +1 504 945 2222 http://www.feelingscafe.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Dating back to the late 1700s, this cafe was once a slave quarters and an old Creole storehouse. The current incarnation has been in business since 1979. Careful restoration has preserved this historic place, making your dining experience all the more memorable. Favorite dishes include chicken Florentine, Catfish Pecan and Duck Bigarade. The restaurant is perhaps best known for its delightful peanut butter pie. You may want to dine on the patio or try the balcony on weekends while the piano player tickles the keys on Friday and Saturday evenings from 7:30p to 11:30p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Po'boys and other sandwiches |
45 French Market Place New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 528 9566 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located just steps away from the French Market, this is a casual eatery specializing in Po' Boy sandwiches and the hearty breakfast. Dual entrances make this cafe easily accessible from Chartres Street, as well as the French Market. The interior may be small and dark, but all is excused once you are served some of the serious New Orleans home-style cooking. Plate lunches and Po'boys make this a popular place with the business crowd at lunch, but tourists do not be warned off. Try going in the morning for its breakfast. Most days of the week have designated specials. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brazilian Flavors |
725 Iberville Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 552 4446 http://www.fireofbrazil.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. With a name like "Fire of Brazil", there better be some serious tangy, spicy and bold flavors on the menu. Fortunately, the traditional cuisine of Brazil is honored by the eclectic food items such as hearts of palm and califlower soufle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best Chinese in town |
3605 South Carrolton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 482 3935 http://www.fivehappiness.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located ten minutes from the Central Business District and Bourbon Street, this Asian fare was voted 'Best Mandarin Chinese Restaurant' by New Orleans Magazine. The restaurant is airy and open with Chinese artifacts and art throughout. Traditional Chinese dishes top the bill in this reasonably priced, yet sophisticated, eatery. The appetizers include Beef Teriyaki and smoked fish, and entrees are the best in town with Mined shrimp in bird's nest and Chinese backed duck. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best bargain, good food |
625 St. Phillip Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 598 9002 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the lower French Quarter, this unpretentious little cafe has quality cuisine sure to impress. The dimly lit dining room has exposed brick walls and crossbeams that conjure thoughts of the French colonial days. Entertainment includes videos, a jukebox and a pool table. Spaghetti with tangy veal meatballs is served with plenty of crisp garlic bread. Another good bet is the Lemon Pepper Catfish, combined either with a generous bowl of silky tomato basil soup or gumbo. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Neighborhood restaurant |
321 Arabella Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 899 9146 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This neighborhood hot spot is located Uptown and features seafood and po' boys. Walls of this low-ceilinged bar are adorned with football jerseys and memorabilia. A jukebox contributes to the loud atmosphere. Steaming pots of boiled shrimp, crabs and crawfish are ready to be washed down with ice-cold beer. Po'boys here feature a variety of choices including crawfish tails, oysters, meatballs in tomato sauce or roast beef with gravy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood as spectacle |
1001 Decatur St New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 525 7879 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Caddy-corner from the French Market and across the road from the Mississippi River, sits this classic restaurant that has been serving freshly prepared seafood since 1803. The casual atmosphere, aroma of fresh crawfish and reasonable prices attract passers-by on their way to and from the Market. Inside there are roughly twenty tables for dining, a 25-foot Oak bar and an Oyster bar all surrounded by the original brick walls of an antique building. Specialties include Shrimp Decatur soaked in the Chef's signature sauce, Grilled Grouper, and Crabmeat au Gratin with fresh vegetables. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jazz and blues club |
714 North Rampart Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 558 0872 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This off-the-beaten-path jazz and blues club is only three blocks from Bourbon Street, but it seems a world apart. With a swank atmosphere that is smooth and laid back, it is comparable to the clubs of the '20s and '30s. A complete bar and food service are included in the art-deco interior dining room and lounge. The Spicy Creole Gumbo, made with chicken, shrimp, crab and sausage, is arguably one of the best in the city. Other menu favorites include Herb Garlic Pasta, Shrimp with sauteed vegetables and Falafel and Hummus platter. As for drinks, try the Funky Butt Juice. The cover charge varies by performance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Uptown hangout & diner |
8117 Maple Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 861 0067 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located on the riverside of Carrollton, this hamburger haven/hangout plays host to an eclectic group of nine-to-fivers. Play a game of pool while waiting for lunch or dinner to be served. Inexpensive entrees include Chicken Quesadillas with Salsa and Tortilla Chips. Another good choice is the more traditional Filet Mignon (grilled or blackened) or Yellow Fin Tuna Filet. Make sure to ask about the Crawfish Boils, which are a New Orleans tradition. There is also a good selection of dishes to please the vegetarian diner. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Excellent Seafood in a Seafood City |
808 Bienville Street New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 581 3467 http://www.gwfins.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Award-winning seafood restaurant in the heart of the French Quarter, GW Fins provides comfort, elegance and top service. The unique menu changes daily as fresh products are flown in from around the world. Enjoy an appetizer of Crispy Fried Lobster Tail or Crawfish Pie and move on to an entree such as Braised Monk Fish, Pesto Crusted Halibut or Wood Grilled Mahi. Save room for a slice of classic Apple Pie or Grand Marnier Chocolate Mousse. GW Fins also has an extensive wine list including over 100 wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The grand dame of French-Creole dining |
209 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 2021 http://www.galatoires.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This Bourbon Street landmark is arguably the most famous restaurant in New Orleans. The grand dame of French/Creole dining, it has packed them in since its doors opened in 1905. A recent multi-million dollar expansion opened up a second floor, making it just a tad easier to get a table at this popular bistro. The French bistro setting is complete with wall-to-wall mirrors and ceiling fans that stir the rich aromas of fine French/Creole dining. Appetizer choices include Shrimp in Remoulade Sauce, Gulf Oysters en Brochette, turtle soup and green salad with garlic. Your entree selection may include Poisson Meuniere Amandine or Filet of Lamb chops. Jackets are required after 5p and all day Sunday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old favorite with a new twist |
1728 Soniat Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 899 7397 http://ebiz.hibernia.com/gautr... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. All of the fixtures from the old days of Gautreau's fill the rooms (even the tin ceiling) including the old New Orleans photographs and the famous apothecary cabinet from the original drug store. Since the menus change seasonally, try the marinated shrimp and Dungeness crab when you spot them on the menu. Recent favorite entrees include Sautéed Tilapia and Shrimp with Basmati rice, Arugula and Chile Mango Sauce or the Roasted Chicken with Wild Mushrooms, Garlic Potatoes and Green Beans. The pastry chef has mastered a fine Honey Orange Creme Brulee and delightful Triple Layer Cheesecake of chocolate, maple pecan and almond selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant Creole dining |
630 St. Peter Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 525 1486 http://www.gumboshop.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Enjoy traditional and contemporary Creole cuisine in the casual elegance of a restored 1794 cottage. Muraled dining room walls and a lovely garden patio set the stage for a delightful dining experience found only in the heart of the Vieux Carre. A full menu of salads, sandwiches, daily specials and fresh fish are complimented by a large selection of wines by the glass. Menus are available in Spanish, French, Japanese and Braille. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh Sushi |
8116 Hampson Street New Orleans, LA 70118-1026 United States +1 504 865 1634 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Hana Japanese Restaurant, located in quaint country-like cottage, is your neighborhood spot for the best sushi ever! Sit at the bar, as delicate fingered chefs expertly dish out classic sushi. Appetizers include Gyoza filled with pork and ginger, Edamame, and Noodle Salad. The Hana Special Roll made from salmon, tuna, snow crab, cucumber, avocado, egg and shrimp tempura is terrific! You just can't leave unless you try the oh-so-popular Hana sauce. Those in the mood to tread on unknown territory, the chef will be happy to present you his special creation. This casual, cozy place makes sure you return for more! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rock-n-roll restaurant |
418 North Peters Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 529 5617 http://www.hardrockcafe.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Come enjoy rock-n-roll memorabilia as well as good food at this chain theme restaurant. Memorabilia from an assortment of American rock-n-roll stars, such as Elvis, decorate the walls. The decorations are an experience in themselves and there is a souvenir shop for Hard Rock collectors. The menu includes great burgers and salads, as well as a few dishes popular with the Cajun crowd. A kid's menu is also available for your little rockers! Reservations are required for parties of ten or more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A complete bakery |
4037 Jefferson Highway New Orleans, LA 70121 United States +1 504 837 0190 / +1 800 442 1342 (Toll Free) http://www.haydelbakery.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Three generations of Haydel's have been serving delicious confections for many years. This full-line bakery specializes in the "Cakes of the Crescent City." Also available are Cajun kringles, doberge, wedding and birthday cakes. In addition to cakes, Haydel's has everything from donuts and brownies to cookies and croissants, and each one is a true treat. They also cater conventions and fill mail orders year round with overnight air delivery to your door. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Service and Style |
827 1/2 Toulouse New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 571 2888 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Enjoy an elegant dining experience with classic Creole cuisine by renowned Chefs Ed and Hillary Moise at Hillary's on Toulouse. Emphasizing service and fine cuisine, the restaurant specializes in Cajun, Creole, and seafood dishes. Hillary's caters to both locals and travelers; it is the perfect place for a business lunch or a romantic dinner. The attire is business casual. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coolest Sushi Bar! |
920 Poydras Street New Orleans, LA 70112-1018 United States +1 504 561 8914 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. For those with a refined taste for Japanese preparations, Horinoya is the place to be. Housed in a modest building, walk in to find this serious food place. Find unusual items to intrigue your tastebuds. The salmon and whitefish roll sliced wafer thin and engulfed in soybean paper with avocado and radish sprouts are extremely well presented. The crunchy white Japanese yamaimo sengiri with unsweetened jicama is a must-try. Sushi lovers can never get enough of the exceptional quality of fish served here. Not so hot on sushi? A deep-fried pork cutlet (tonkatsu) with sweet-and-sour sauce reminds you of a Chicken McNugget dinner. Limited dessert options though! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live music and tasty cuisine |
225 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 529 2624 http://www.hob.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Founded in 1992 by Hard Rock Cafe creator Issac B. Tigrett, this enterprise has grown into a multi-dimensional entertainment company featuring top-name blues, jazz and contemporary acts. Adjacent to each "Music Hall" is a juke joint-inspired restaurant serving "Mississippi Delta-Style" cuisine. Try the slow smoked baby back ribs, the Pacific Rim Tuna Steak or the cedar pan roasted salmon and finish off with the White Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eclectic American cuisine |
1755 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130-5257 United States +1 504 524 1578 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This restaurant is for romantics and close friends, outfitted with low lighting and large comfortable booths. Representing the restaurants local roots, are the flags of Louisiana and France that adorn the beautiful vaulted ceiling. The bar sits to one side allowing those awaiting their table to listen to the piano, or to enjoy a drink while they look out over the restaurant. Houston's American cuisine is wonderful plus moderately priced and the wait staff is dedicated to creating a superb dining experience. Reservations are not accepted and the restaurant can be busy on weekends; be prepared for a half-hour wait or more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Colorful New Orleans landmark |
804 St. Charles Avenue Hummingbird Hotel New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 9165 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. With an air of nostalgia reminiscent of a B-rated movie truck stop, this New Orleans landmark is a combined hotel and bar and grill. This place has a past and a present full of color. The constant bickering between chef, waitress, and night clerk, however, dwarfs the building's history and makes for a dining experience you are sure to remember. What this place lacks in decor it makes up for in authentic greasy spoon atmosphere. You must be willing to overlook the rogue language and "untidy" restroom facilities. Food is served in generous portions and features ribeye steaks, sirloin, oysters, shrimp and chicken. All day breakfast items and burgers are great budget beaters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Burgers, billiards and laundry! |
4437 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 891 6105 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This popular Uptown hangout is nestled among the hip little shops along Magazine Street. You get a unique type of three-for-one at this laundromat, burger bar, and pool hall rolled into one. If you find yourself short on time, this combination could be just the right one for you. Refuel with a marinated chicken sandwich. It comes with fries or a homemade pasta salad. Also delicious is the shaved steak sandwich-the meat is sauteed in red wine with onions, mushrooms and peppers and served on a toasted bun with fries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cozy Italian Creole |
539 St. Phillip Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 523 4021 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This cozy little Italian Creole eatery is nestled on an obscure corner in the Vieux Carre. Irene DePietro leads the kitchen in grand Italian style. Scrumptious sensations range from Italian sausage steeped in roast peppers, roasted chicken bathed in olive oil and herbs and manicotti overflowing with ground veal and mozzarella. The Italian-style Baked Alaska is covered with a blue flame of ignited Grappa liqueur. The popularity of this spot is obvious if you come at peak dinner hours. You may have to wait in the "holding room" prior to being seated. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get A Piece Of That Pie! |
5538 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115-3152 United States +1 504 894 0005 http://www.italianpie.com/loca... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Affectionately known as "The Pie", the original Italian Pie's gourmet pizzas have been voted unanimously as "Best Pizzas" in various surveys in New Orleans. The Pie is known for its wide range of delicious gourmet pizzas, salads, sandwiches and calzones. This is Italian cuisine at its best with a new Orleanian twist! The airy space has a casual and comfortable decor and welcomes anyone looking for authentic and mouthwatering pizzas. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Succulent seafood |
738 Poland Avenue New Orleans, LA 70117-4724 United States +1 504 943 9914 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This well established neighborhood restaurant is so popular it usually has a line out the door and a swarm of hungry customers packed into the bar waiting for a coveted seat. The atmosphere is unassuming and lacks all hints at trying to be chic. This is an excellent place for families with children (except for the wait in line). Despite a usual wait it is well worth it. Two of the more popular items are a three part broiled platter combining shrimp, oysters, and broiled fish topped with creamy crabmeat au gratin, and the steak and lobster combo. Though whatever you choose will delight the tastebuds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New Orleans Creole cuisine |
8324 Oak Street New Orleans, LA 70118-2044 United States +1 504 861 0886 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Still a relative newbie on the competitive restaurant scene, this little cafe is conveniently located next to the popular Maple Leaf Bar. The cafe is under the direction of Jacques Leonardi and his right hand man, Austin Leslie. Plastic flap walls and tables with floral, plastic tablecloths give it a casual feel. Despite the decor, crowds flock to this café. The food is delicious and the prices are even better. Entrees of Chicken-Fried Venison in Wild Mushroom Gravy, and Grilled Duck Breast in Orange Soy Glaze come specially recommended. All entrees include a house salad and two side dishes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mecca of the Middle East |
4641 South Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119-6024 United States +1 504 488 1450 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Dirar Monsa opened this Middle Eastern diner and grocery in 1988. Its namesake is taken from a city five miles south of Monsa's hometown in Palestine. Intense flavor and pure Palestine heritage are the keys to this successful eatery. Sparsely decorated walls surround plain tables. The only thing American here is the television. True to its religious roots there are no pork dishes. The food is good and the prices are even better. Shish kebab is the most expensive item. Shaved beef and chicken sandwiches are served in pita pockets. Desserts of baklava and sweet fingers top off at $1 per serving. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Parrot head paradise |
1104 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 592 2565 http://www.margaritaville.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. What would you expect at a cafe owned by the legendary singer Jimmy Buffet but such Caribbean-flavored delicacies as Changes in Latitude salads and Changes in Attitude soups, served to a musical accompaniment. The most expensive thing on the menu is the "Off to See the Lizard" swamp platter, which is a kind of sampler of the rest of the menu: frog legs, fried catfish, fried crawfish and the like. The cafe, housed in a historic Storyville building, features constant live entertainment by many of New Orleans' best-known musicians. There is no cover charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family Style Dining |
3001 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115-2232 United States +1 504 891 0997 http://www.joeyksrestaurant.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This delightfully old fashioned restaurant is a solid family oriented establishment. Simply casual without a lot of fuss is the overall picture of Joey K's. With patrons that vary from the single businessman to a couple with children, this is an eatery for all walks of life. Depending on the day of the week you can enjoy, corned beef and cabbage ,lamb shank and mustard greens or meatloaf. But never fear, on any given day you may have pan fried trout topped with crab meat and shrimp, the fabulous gumbo, fried seafood platters and a children's menu of grilled cheese or spaghetti with meatballs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New Orleanian Po-Boys |
511 Saint Louis Street New Orleans, LA 70130-2117 United States +1 504 524 8129 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Visitors to the French Quarter will find a wide variety of po-boy outlets. But you haven't eaten a great sandwich until you have tasted Johnny's Po Boy sandwiches! Johnny's is popular for its simple and uncomplicated menu. Packed in the middle of two large French breads, you will find fried food, deli meats, cheese omelets, ham and eggs, and the starch-o-rama or the french-fry po' boy. The guy dresses up the bread in the most unusual ways! Other hot favorites include chicken tenders, shrimp creole and red beans. In the cheap eats category, this one wins hands down! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cheap is cool |
2018, Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 569 0000 http://www.juansflyingburrito.... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Making its debut in 1996, Juan's offers good food at inexpensive prices, which translates into one of the hippest places going today. Walls are adorned with flyers and artwork by local artists in need of a first time gallery display venue. The business crowd shares the room with blue-haired artists windchiming with pierced body art. The menu features an array of burritos, with nothing over $8. The food is good especially because it is so inexpensive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World famous Creole cuisine |
530 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 528 9145 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, this restaurant offers an elegant up-scale dining experience. This is the kind of place where the waiter refills your water after every sip. The large main dining room is filled with tables covered in white, adorned with crystal glasses. The decor is simple and artistic: white with red brick. There is an indoor patio and a lush courtyard with tropical pants and stone sculptures. Menu items include the Cajun Blackened Catfish smothered in a crème wine sauce, Cajun Alligator, and Crab Mary, soft-shelled with a creamy Napoleon sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cajun cooking at its best |
416 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 524 7394 http://www.kpauls.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This newly refurbished and expanded house, originally built in 1834, offers Cajun cuisine by Chef Paul Prudhomme, who made his debut in 1979. The main floor remains the first choice for the casual diner. The second floor is more "dressy" and requires reservations. You can also dine on the balcony or in an intimate al fresco courtyard. Chef Paul's cuisine combines Creole and Cajun into what he describes as "Louisiana cooking." Not only is his food authentic, but you would also be hard pressed to find anything fresher. K-Paul's "no freezers" rule applies to everything on the menu, so even the daily specials adhere to this high standard of culinary excellence. Fried catfish fingers and bronzed salmon are just two of the many tantalizing items on the menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cajun and Creole favorites |
2 Poydras Street Hilton Hotel New Orleans, LA 70140 United States +1 504 561 0500 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. A Mecca for those seeking a combination of Creole and Cajun, this shop artfully combines the two local traditions to produce some tantalizing dishes. A relaxed, casual atmosphere compliments the down-home Louisiana cooking. Menu highlights include Peppered Duck Breast with Andouille sausage dressing, Cajun seafood, crawfish, shrimp smoked gumbo and last, but certainly not least, Peanut Butter Crepes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Asian fare |
4116 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70119-5941 United States +1 504 483 0880 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This Japanese restaurant conjures images of the Far East from its Mid-City location. The dining room is neat as a pin. A peaceful calm embodies this place, as ceiling fans seem to spread the warmth throughout. Choices include smoked salmon, sushi, salads, fruits, soft-shell crab, and much more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cajun Flair |
700, Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 613 2350 http://www.lacotebrasserie.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in an old warehouse building previously used by the Union, this restaurant sparkles and shines with a stainless steel kitchen that is exposed to the dining area. Patrons can keep an eye on Chef Chuck Subra, a Louisiana Native, as he prepares many Cajun and seafood dishes popular in the deep South. Subra creates new dishes that combine the local Cajun flair to make new entrees that give a distinctive taste and flavor that is unforgettable; try the salmon dish spiked with Louisiana Hot Sauce. If you are not in the mood to sit and dine, pull up a stool at the seafood bar. A private dining room is also available with prior arrangements. -Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Magazine Street's Best Restaurant |
4238 Magazine St (at Napoleon) New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 891 3377 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Fine French fare is always on the menu at La Petite Grocery. If tasty food with a Continental touch is for you, be sure to drop in for dinner. Many favorites include classic bouillabaises, grilled pork loin, duck confit, and veal flank steak. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Burger Mania |
911 Harrison Avenue New Orleans, LA 70124 3801 United States +1 504 486 4887 http://lakeview-harbor.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Lakeview Harbor is a simple, casual joint, albeit with an identity of its own. The room is split into a bar and dining area with about twelve tables. Trophies from restaurant sponsored games adorn the walls. Designed with a nautical theme, if you are craving for juicy burgers and baked potato in huge portions, this is the place to go. Stupendously stuffed sandwiches burst at its seams with perfectly cooked delicious meat. Sizzling steaks make for a fantastic dinner. Refreshing tropical drinks make great accompaniments. Park here if you are back from a late night event and need some grub pronto! Psst! Check out their site. The vivid pictures makes you wanna chomp the PC! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Taste of the Gulf |
400 North Peters Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 558 0038 http://www.landrysseafoodhouse... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Need a place to rest your sea legs? Drop anchor at Landry's Seafood House! From your cozy booth, you can soak in the friendly staff, live jazz music, and excellent seafood. Landry's brings you the best of the Gulf Coast with its Dungeness Crab Clusters, Gumbo, Jumbo Shrimp and Crawfish Etoufee. Whistles and riverboat bells only add to the amiable "let's go fishing" atmosphere. Long wait at the door? Not to worry, Landry's has another location in New Orleans' Lakeview district. Smoking is permitted in specified areas. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Riverside Creole Comfort |
600 Decatur Street Suite 101 New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 588 2853 http://patobriens.com/lazyrive... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Another offering from Pat O'Brien's New Orleans, Lazy River specializes in cozy, Creole comfort food. Located on the first floor of Jax Brewery, patrons can watch boats ease on down the Mississippi River while dining on the indoor or outdoor patio. The menu is affordable and kid-friendly, featuring Crawfish Bread, Muffulettas, Po'Boys and Fried Pickles. Specialty drinks are available as well for the older crowd. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Heavenly spreads |
1506 South Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 862 6200 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Chef and owner, Hussain Sheeref, a native of Iraq shows his culinary skills at this restaurant serving authentic Mid-Eastern cuisine. There are tables laid outside for those who prefer an al fresco atmosphere. A festive mural depicting a market scene of Baghdad dominates the interior. The tables close to one another create a sense of intimacy. Hummus is a staple within the realm of these cafe walls. A special spread, tahini, is a perfect appetizer with any entree. Try the spinach pie, the marinated chicken with tomatoes and lettuce, and the sandwiches with sautéed eggplant, mozzarella cheese and tomatoes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A little bit of Havana |
321 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70130-2424 United States +1 504 581 9680 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Liborio's has been named several times by the Zagat survey as the best Cuban restaurant in New Orleans. It, in a nut, is New Orleans's version of a little Havana. Shredded beef brisket in a tomato sauce is the house specialty that should not be missed. It comes served with black beans, rice and sweet plantains. Other menu favorites include the Ropa Vieja as well as some of the best plantains ever. This eatery is accommodating for people from all walks of life. It is family friendly with special seats for small children. Along with its own party space, the restaurant also caters outside parties. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Super cheap eats |
1518 North Lopez Street New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 943 8667 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Take a short bus ride down Esplanade Avenue and discover this cafe near the racetrack. Locals have been keeping this favorite haunt a secret for far too long. The no frills appearance offers a Mardi Gras decor, with memorabilia that is never taken down. The kitchen here quite possibly serves the best gumbo in town. You may follow that with fried shrimp, catfish or a platter of oysters. The homemade salad dressings are also delicious. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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No.1 Neighborhood Restaurant |
3636 Bienville Street New Orleans, LA 70119-5203 United States +1 504 482 9120 http://www.liuzzas.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. A local landmark, Liuzza's Restaurant & Bar is a family owned restaurant operating for the past 60 years. No doubt, impeccable quality of food and hospitality is the slogan here. Pasta dishes and seafood specialties do brisk business. Fried green tomatoes and "Frenchuletta are favorites. The roast beef po-boys and mozzarella sticks are so wonderful that they make your wait worthwhile! Indulge your aweet tooth with 'Bread Pudding with rum sauce' or 'Triple chocolate cake'. Locals come in to get some yummy grub and take a breather with some sparkling wine, served by the glass. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun and funky |
3312 Esplanade Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 488 6946 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This mid-city storefront restaurant is fun and funky. Surviving on word of mouth advertising, this is a special place even if they do not serve wine or accept credit cards. Try to arrive early so you reduce the risk of waiting in a long line. Attentive service assures the food arrives quickly. Specialties here include the meat, seafood or vegetarian paellas and fideuas with angel hair pasta. If these do not tempt your taste buds, there is also a selection of lamb, pork and chicken dishes to choose from. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Premier dining experience |
730 Bienville Street St. Louis Hotel New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 581 7000 http://www.stlouishotel.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This small, yet stylish St. Louis Hotel is home to one of New Orleans' premier dining experiences, Louis XVI. The dining rooms here feature an elegant style with a 1920s Parisian flair. Impeccably tuxedoed waiters complete an atmosphere of high formality. The classic French food is rich in sauces and flawless flavors. Menu specials include Fish Louisianne, Beef Wellington, and a fine Rack of Lamb and assorted cream-based soups. Desserts include many fire-lit, tableside prepared dishes, certain to draw attention. The suggested choice is the Chocolate and Banana Mousse surrounded by Lady Fingers with Chantilly cream in an English rum sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seriously French! |
339 Dauphine Street New Orleans, LA 70112 3129 United States +1 504 525 3335 http://www.louisianabistro.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Do not miss this little gem on Dauphine street for the true New Orlenian magic! The eleven tables treats customers to a range of unusual dishes like Alligator Picatta, Crab and Asparagus Salad. Rabbit Creole and Grilled Duck Breast are also very popular. For the adventurous, select courses from the unique "Feed Me" menu and rest your tired feet while the chef surprises you with his choice. Wash down the yummies with a glass of sparkling wine or top it with cinnamon apple creme brulee for dessert. The intimate ambiance is heightened as a chirpy chef makes the guests feel at home. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gourmet pizza |
611 S Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 866 5900 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This gourmet pizza establishment is great for the eyes as well as the taste buds. This dimly lit cozy restaurant features artwork by some of the best up and coming artists in New Orleans. The art rotates so frequently that each time you go there is something new to delight your eyes. The young, hip clientele arrives en mass for the wood fired gourmet pizzas. The pizza is, without a doubt, some of the best. Do not discount the many pasta dishes. The Roasted Chicken Manicotti is great teamed with a cup of their soup of the day or with a small Caesar salad. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tiki bar with a twist |
701 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 8995 http://www.lucysretiredsurfers... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. During the day, this place serves as the perfect lunch break getaway for the young professional crowd working in the Warehouse District. At night, it is the after-work drinking hole for the same crowd. It is a great change of pace from the bars in the Quarter. The interior of this place resembles an old Tiki bar, and the staff wears Aloha shirts and occasionally straw hats. A California influence is apparent in the grilled shrimp and fish specialties. You will also enjoy a large selection of Southwestern breakfast dishes and burritos. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ultimate New Orleans haunt |
3800 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 482 9179 http://www.madinas.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Among a long list of funky local joints, this is a classic New Orleans neighborhood restaurant. Owned and operated by the Madina family since the late 1800s, the menu has not changed much over the last 50 years. And you'll be thankful, because everything they make is quite tasty. Appetizers include fried onion rings, shrimp remoulade and crawfish cakes. Specials range from trout meuniere to red beans and rice with Italian sausage. If you're craving seafood you can't go wrong with the shrimp or oyster loaf (available in season). For the finishing touch, try the Creole bread pudding. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Taste of the Medierranean |
7623 Maple Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 314 9003 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This café, owned by Chef Jameel Qutob, is located inside a narrow building flanked by a courtyard. Seduced by the rich aromas of the Mediterranean, you will feel transported across the world to the lands of ancient ruins and Greek gods. The menu features eggplant dishes, sweet olive oil, and homemade breads. Creamy goat cheeses smother exotic Greek salads. Try the soup du jour of cream of broccoli for a light but filling meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seasonal Tastes of New Orleans |
640 Frenchmen Street at Royal New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 945 4472 http://www.cafemarigny.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Original dishes such as the Strawberry-Walnut Salad combined with the elegance of French doorways and high ceilings creates the inviting environment of Marigny Brasserie. The menus are seasonal, designed to exploit the local flavors of New Orleans while ensuring a variety dishes. After sampling from the broad wine list, be sure to try out the crawfish and ravioli. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French meets Caribbean |
5908 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 891 8495 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. France meets the Caribbean in New Orleans at this modest, yet charming dining room with a tropical courtyard. Attractive photographs and brilliantly colored Caribbean scenes bring the pale yellow walls of this small restaurant to life. The Caribbean influence continues in the kitchen where the combination of herbs and spices used results in unusually mouth-watering flavors. From poached oysters with cayenne and lime to lamb sausage with mint beans - it is very good. The tropical theme of the dessert fare includes sorbets and fresh mango. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Creole Fine Dining |
937 Leonidas Street New Orleans, LA 70118-1120 United States +1 504 861 9600 http://www.matandnaddies.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located on Carrollton, Mat & Naddie's is a comfortable neighborhood joint, specializing in local cuisine. For the past nine years, it has been creating New Orleanian classics consistently. Opt for patio seating that offers a fine view of horseback riders on the Riverbend! New Orleans black bean-barbecued shrimp Oysters, Rockefeller pizza appetizer are great. The Double Duck Treat presents a rare combination of breast and leg meat along with tasso-studded gumbo. The wine list is fascinatingly exhaustive and sets the mood for a romantic evening. Mondays sizzle with live jazz music by the Courtyard Kings! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Later Italian |
1117 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 586 8883 http://www.maximositaliangrill... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This restaurant is great for a romantic rendezvous or cozy meetings. The dining room is filled with polished wood from the bar along one wall to the booths and small tables that are scattered about the rest of the floor. The kitchen here is conveniently open late for dining after an early show, and serves solid Italian food. On the menu you are likely to find a dozen pastas smothered in sauce with intense garlic flavors. The house specialty is Penne Rosa, topped with sun-dried tomatoes and shrimp. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Yummy in the tummy! |
4 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 598 1930 http://www.mcalistersdeli.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Part of a highly popular chain, the New Orleans location of McAlister's Deli offers you the trademark relaxed and wholesome environment. Delicious, filling preparations are on offer—sandwiches, appetizers, soups, salads, wraps...whew, the menu is endless! McAlister's Club Sandwich (with turkey, ham, bacon, cheese, honey-mustard, tomato and lettuce!), Pot Roast Spud, and soup-salad combos are all favorites. Don't forget to try the mouth-watering desserts, like the chocolate brownie, the New York cheesecake, and the well-known sweet tea. With plenty of options for vegetarians and children, this place is hard to beat for a casual and inexpensive meal. Happy tummy and happy you! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Bistro |
942 North Rampart Street Corner of St. Philip Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 569 9979 http://www.meauxbar.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Meauxbar is a neighborhood cafe that is a beautiful combination of sophistication and casual elegance. Located on the picturesque French Quarter, this quaint restaurant definitely has a mind of its own. It specializes in classic French, Louisiana regional and Colonial Indochine dishes that are far from the usual and prepared with the freshest ingredients. Ginger crawfish dumplings in a sesame dipping sauce make a fine starter. Entrees like herb roasted chicken, grilled salmon with sugarcane glaze are absolutely delicious. Try the spicy coconut shrimp in a red curry sauce will set your tastebuds on fire. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French cuisine |
100 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70130-2423 United States +1 504 529 1900 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This sister restaurant to Charley G's in Metairie is located in the central business district and serves fantastic bistro style cuisine. This contemporary French bistro offers Southern warmth and upscale decor. Cobalt blue lamps of tiny proportion cast a soft light onto the traditional French and contemporary New Orleans collaborations from the kitchen. Start with the Salade Nicoise and move to something more filling such as the double cut pork chops, Burgundian Beef Stew, or Duck Confit. Should you be in the mood for seafood, try the grilled fish accompanied by the Creole stewed corn and frizzle of sweet potato. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relishing Southern Fare On Your Platter! |
817 Common Street Corner of Common and Baronne Streets New Orleans, LA 70112-2307 United States +1 504 412 2580 http://www.milaneworleans.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. A perfect blend of modern and cozy, MiLa restaurant is complete with an aesthetically decorated setting with young and fresh colors and textures. The cuisine is rich with southern authentic Southern flavors and recipes. From sparkling wines to bubbling champagnes, a fine collection of liquor finds its place in the well-stocked bar. The bittersweet chocolate soufflé with a classic New Orleans whiskey sauce is exceptional and presents a glorious finale to a fine meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of the "Big Bucks Burger" |
4139 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 486 8200 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This popular local hangout is known for its selection of grilled specialties. This casual neighborhood restaurant breeds patrons of the same ilk;casual and friendly. If you are looking for a simple but good meal, this is the place to come. The newly expanded menu features seafood classics such as Shrimp Remoulade, a fried shrimp sandwich and a great Shrimp Platter. It also boasts as being home of the "Big Bucks Burger". This one you have to taste for yourself. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Michaul's Live Cajun Music Restaurant |
840 Street Charles Street Warehouse & Arts District New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 551 / +1 800 563 4055 http://www.michauls.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Voted the "Best Louisiana Cajun Restaurant" by Louisiana Life, this bistro boasts the greatest viewing spot in the city for Mardi Gras. Live cajun music and free dance lessons make this the most festive dining experience in the French Quarter! The specialty here is authentic Cajun cuisine. Such culinary delights include Alligator Sauce Piquant which is a tender alligator in Cajun stew and the Catfish Pecan: catfish rolled in egg butter and then pecans. To wash it all down Cajun-style, try Michaul's Mamou Brew with a 32 ounce souvenir cup. Now this is Southern grub! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Free dance lessons |
840 Saint Charles Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 5517 http://www.michauls.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This Cajun restaurant also features another popular past time in the Vieux Carre (the first is eating). Patient teachers utilize a huge dance floor while instructing those willing to learn how to dance Cajun style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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South of France fare on Canal Street |
614 Canal Street Le Meridien Hotel New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 527 6712 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The culinary masterpieces at Midi are under the direction of Executive Chef, Stephane Lo Ri, formerly of Hotel Meridien Nice. The dining room walls are effervescent in a palette of bright yellows and cobalt blues. Your senses are brought to life by the soothing fragrance of lavender. There is a chef's table for the ultimate dining experience with the chef. Another attraction is the French guitarist/vocalist, Jean Louis Laverne, who strolls amongst the tables serenading patrons. Complimentary warm bread accompanied by pots of tapenade open your meal. Entrees include Gulf shrimp skewered on a rosemary sprig and served with a tart shrimp essence, or sautéed veal with Napoleon vegetables. Desserts are on the verge of sinful featuring dark chocolate bread pudding with thyme sorbet, and lavender honey crème brulee with lemon Madeleine cookies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food for a football fan |
600 St Charles Ave Lafayette Hotel New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 569 8989 / +1 888 856 4706 (Hotel) |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Named after a football coach, this steakhouse is located in the Lafayette Hotel. The kitchen is under the direction of Christian Karchar whose collaboration with the former National Football League coach has created a menu that features everything from seafood to steak. A good choice is the steak Diane. This black pepper, crusted filet mignon is served on a bed of spinach with melt in your mouth onion rings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japanese and Polynesian delights |
3301 South Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 488 1881 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Ethnic cuisine is all the rage, and this quaint and simple eatery is a popular pick. While it is a cab ride from both the Quarter and the Garden District, it is worth the effort for it boasts a fine dining experience in full Japanese style. The Japanese traditions of removing one's shoes and dining on the floor are honored here. It serves a selection of sake and Polynesian delights. One of its most requested items is the Fuji shrimp served with the house's special ginger sauce accompanied by soup, salad and rice. A buffet meal of assorted sushi and sashimi is also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cheap and fun |
4336 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115-2737 United States |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. When a pub is open 24 hours, you know that something interesting will happen. So enter Miss Mae's that is situated on the busy cross section of Magazine and Napoleon. It's the kind of bar that thrives on cheap drinks and while you're waiting for your drink, check out the crank claw machine; last time someone actually won a dildo. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delectable Sushi |
1403 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 410 9997 http://www.japanesebistro.com/... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Whether you are celebrating a birthday, anniversary or out on a casual date, Miyako Sushi Bar & Hibachi guarantees you a sensational time. Miyako is famous for teppanyaki cooking by hibachi chefs. Sushi items like nigiri sushi, maki sushi rolls, hand rolls and sashim are made with the freshest ingredients. Service is excellent and staff is knowledgeable. Relished by even those with the most discerning taste, the Miyaki experience is definitely unforgettable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mardi Gras meets Mediterranean |
1212 Royal Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 522 6746 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Tucked away in a residential area of the French Quarter is this jumping trattoria. The walls are covered with every type of Mona Lisa picture imaginable. The Mardi Gras Pasta is a tangy blend of shrimp and sausage in a red sauce atop linguini. The Spinach Lasagna is also a great choice at the same low price. Start off with a salad and melt-in- your-mouth garlic bread (its free, but you have to ask for it). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional Mediterranean Cuisine |
504 Frenchmen Street New Orleans, LA United States +1 503 949 4115 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Mona's is unique in their persisting commitment to creating the utmost traditional styles of Mediterranean food. Critics of watered-down (or western-friendly) versions classic regional dishes will not be disappointed by the menu which includes old favorites like lamb and beef kabobs, stuffed grape leaves and baba ghanouj. Despite the finely attuned levels of spice and flavor, Mona's is reasonably priced and casual enough for a quick lunch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Restaurant and grocery |
3901 Banks Street New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 482 7743 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. If your are not headed to mid-city, then this may be out of the way, but it is worth the trip if you are in search of Middle Eastern cuisine. This restaurant (which also has an attached grocery that was once a gas station), offers casual dining and great service balanced by authentic food at the lowest prices. Standout items include the gyro and shish kabob sandwiches made with lamb or beef. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mountain size po' boys |
401 Poydras Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 9656 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. "Good food" and "cheap" are words that foodies in New Orleans love to find all under one roof. The lines here are a true testament to the food, if not to the great prices. The lines really are long- sometimes out the door. So if you're going and it's cool, wear a coat.Things like atmosphere and decor would only increase the overhead expense so they are not relevant here. Pictures of numerous famous patrons line the plain walls; but no one comes for the scenery. It's all about the food, especially the overstuffed po-boys. Also available here some of the best breakfasts in the Crescent City. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Another Brennan's family creation |
201 Royal Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 2078 http://www.mrbsbistro.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. In 1970, the Brennan family, famous for its redefinition of Creole cuisine, opened another of its great bistros here. This spot is trendy with an upscale, casual style. Live piano music is provided for your listening pleasure whether you are dining for lunch, brunch or dinner. The fare generally focuses on classic regional Creole with an emphasis on seafood entrees. Enjoy the Coconut Beer Shrimp and the excellent Gumbo Ya Ya for lunch, or wait for dinner and experience such taste bud temptations as the French Filet Mignon or Pecan Crusted Redfish. Desserts include Chocolate Truffle Cake and Lemon Box Pie. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best Steaks In Town |
2111 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 679 7697 http://www.mrjohnsristorante.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Occupy a chair by the huge windows or enjoy the cool breeze on your face as you dine on the patio at Mr. John's Steak & Seafood. Located on the prestigious St. Charles Avenue, if, for a moment, you forget you are in a dining room, you are forgiven! Serving only USDA Prime Beef for all preparations, this steakhouse is, by far, the best in New Orleans. Fried Calamari comes with fresh squids that melt in your mouth. Eggplant Parmesan and Cured Prime Tenderloin please your senses. Combine any of these with a wine from the menu that boasts of wines from around the world. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Simply Barbeque! |
2000 South Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, LA 70125-3313 United States +1 504 522 3028 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Ms. Hyster's Barbeque is a simple, no-frills joint, well-known for its take-out barbecue. The chicken and smoked pork ribs is a tender-to-the-core juicy meat preparation. Served in generous portions it is good enough for two. If you're not a meat-lover than experiment with the side dishes and starters. Down these with a chilled coke for a complete American meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eat, drink and dance |
201 Julia Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 1492 http://www.mulates.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Established almost 20 years ago by Kerry Boutte, Mulate's has become known as the King of Cajun Dine and Dance. Mr. Boutte, a native of Cajun heritage, has created a forum combining great Cajun music and cuisine. Appointments such as ceiling fans and red checked table clothes reflect the simplicity of the Cajun style. The celebration comes alive every evening with live music from 7p. The menu boasts a variety of favorites of grilled or fried alligator and stuffed mushrooms. Entrees such as the Crawfish Etouffe and the Seafood Platter with Gumbo are worth checking out. The house special, Catfish Mulate is a culinary creation not to be missed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New Orleans Classics |
801, Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 568 1885 http://www.muriels.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Step into Muriel's for a taste of New Orleans. Barbecued shrimps, gumbo, grilled drums, oysters and a list of appetizers keep you company as the entrees are prepared. Try the Pecan Crusted Puppy Drum ($25), or the Creole Eggs Benedict ($24). The Chocolate Decadence speaks its own language. Spaced out tables keep the conversations private. Events like dinner theatres happen seasonally. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New Orleans All-In-One |
921 Canal Street Third Floor New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 524 1331 http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Not enough time to sample all the best eateries in New Orleans? Now you can without ever leaving your hotel room. The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans outdoes itself again with its restaurant, Mélange, which features signature dishes from several of the city's top chefs, in addition to its own culinary creations. The elegant dining room fosters an ultra-romantic environment, and even offers curtained "Cheater's Booths" for small parties. And to truly top off the complete New Orleans experience, Thursday through Saturday nights, you can enjoy your dinner to the smooth jazz sounds of trumpeter Jeremy Davenport. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A contemporary gem by Emeril Lagasse |
534 St. Louis Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 6652 http://www.emerils.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The name for this establishment is shorthand for New Orleans, which is the adopted home of the owner, Emeril Lagasse. Surround yourself in the warm wall colors and art work by Lewis Colmenaes as you dine on unique culinary creations that only Emeril could create. As with all of Emeril's establishments, the patron is always the priority. The diverse seafood-dominated menu includes many delicious one-of-a-kind dishes, such as the Homemade Crawfish Dumplings with Hot Chinese Mustard, Crunchy Peanut Salad and Five Spice-Barbecued Baby Back Ribs. Private party rooms are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Housed in historic landmark |
500 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70130-2110 United States +1 504 524 9752 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This historic establishment has enchanted New Orleans patrons for over 200 years. The combination of classical music and local flavor incorporates Cajun with French creating an atmosphere of living history. A Parisian style cafe-bar features the French Quarter's most charming courtyard. Boasting the "Best Muffulettas in Town" this restaurant is recognized by Gourmet Magazine as "Tops when it comes to a drink". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nautical lovers delight |
7708 Maple Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 866 7504 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The former director of the St. Louis hotel and the former executive chef of Charley G's have combined to create a true seafood lover's paradise in both sight and taste. The restaurant walls are adorned with framed captain knots and the tables with salt and pepper shakers in lighthouse shapes. The owner's love for seafood and fishing is very apparent. The menu features contemporary Creole with a New American and Southwestern flair. Smoked Duck and Okra Gumbo are great appetizers and better than many of the entrees. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 One of a kind coffee house |
5110, Danneel Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 891 3381 http://www.neutralground.org/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Just a short cab ride from downtown, this coffee shop has a '60s influenced decor. Appointments are just as you would expect: overstuffed furnishings and chess boards. Sunday nights are for the aspiring singer, songwriter or musicians to take the stage. If that doesn't draw you, come back another night and hear the professional contemporary or folk singers who perform here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Five diamond restaurant |
300 Gravier Street Windsor Court Hotel New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 1992 http://www.windsorcourthotel.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This restaurant has 'new' New Orleans cuisine with a distinctive French flair. The 'English comes to the South' character is obvious in the 19th century British paintings and the selection of frog leg tea dishes. Begin your meal with a cup of English tea. Then, move on to entrees such as the Blackened Halibut with jambalaya or a signature dish of Chinese-style smoked lobster with fried spinach and stir-fried vegetables. And finally, order the Grill Room special Crème Brule served with a mountain of fruit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brunch and bakery |
1418 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 527 0088 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Under the guiding hands of chef and owner, John McCollam and pastry chef Tana Schayder, this eclectic bakery made its splashy debut in 1998. Twenty-four indoor seats offer patrons a chance to gaze at a display case of full of goodies while they await breakfast. Menu choices include Electrique Eggs Benedict, poached eggs on English muffins with a side of spicy pork tenderloin, and scrambled eggs served over yellow polenta cake with smoked spinach. Both dishes are served with sides of black beans and home fries. More standard breakfast fare, such as pancakes topped with fresh fruit and nuts, is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jump into Japan |
8433 Oak Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 866 1119 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This casual uptown eatery is in the Carrollton District just a few blocks from Tulane University. It attracts assortment of neighborhood folk as well as college students looking for a break from the usual pizza and cafeteria food. Even if you arrive without much of an appetite for Japanese, the oriental surroundings will serve as an enticing inspiration for your taste buds. Featured Japanese favorites include sushi, crunchy noodles, chicken teriyaki and soup noodles. Vegetarians will enjoy the vegetarian sushi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food delights from India |
4308 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115-2737 United States +1 504 894 9797 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The third, and newest Indian restaurant from the Keswani family appears, just like its predecessors, to be to be a taste hit. Immaculate furniture creates the perfect atmosphere for quintessential dining. Communal dining with up to 12 people is an experience in itself. A huge menu features a number of choices that could be included in the nine course eating experience that Indian dining embodies. Starters include Rugdi Pati (potato cakes with curried garbanzo beans) and Chicken Chat. There are also 13 different bread types of shrimp dishes cooked to perfection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun spot |
632 South Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 866 0002 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This is a fun spot for regulars and visitors, especially when you start with their complimentary, salted-in-the-shell peanuts. You are invited (even encouraged) to throw the shells on the floor. In the midst of a city full of Cajun cuisine, this all-American establishment has made a name for itself. The casual atmosphere is a breather from the party-like atmosphere on Bourbon Street. Home to the most heralded burgers in New Orleans, this great grill house also serves super salads, seafood, chicken and of course steak. And just so you feel like you are really in New Orleans, they offer wonderful Cajun selections as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tempting your taste-buds |
204 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 7734 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. For over 15 years, Olivier's has been tempting the taste buds of patrons with recipes passed down through four generations. Talk about authentic and traditional. This softly lit, elegantly appointed dining room has an atmosphere filled with the sounds of sweet jazz. Appetizers including Pecan Breaded Oysters precede entrees of classic Crawfish Etouffe or Creole Rabbit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tea or Wine |
921 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 670 2828 http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located on the third floor lobby level of the Ritz-Carlton New Orleans, On Trois is known for serving afternoon tea, every Saturday. Serving of afternoon tea is an age old royal tradition which was taken up by the Ritz-Carlton heritage. Its interiors, richly done with turn-of-the-century antiques, give an age-old English setting. A refined setting is given for tea during the day while at night one can order wine or champagne. Live musical accompaniment is also there to liven up the mood. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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And Only One |
8132 Hampson Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 301 9061 http://www.one-sl.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. One restaurant hasn't let the rave reviews they've been getting from all over town go to its head, they continue to serve the high quality Cajun and European dishes that got them famous. With an ambiance at once comfortable and cosmopolitan and polished, this restaurant puts one at ease so the fine food can be fully enjoyed. Start with Char-Grilled Oysters or Crabcakes, then move on to one of their entres, such "Cochon du Lait & Fava Beans atop Stone Ground Grits, served with Pork Cracklin' and Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage." Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Feast on great food |
610, Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 529 1728 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Amid the excitement of Bourbon Street, feast on great Creole food including a variety of local favorites of po-boys, gumbo and seafood. To complete your meal, choose from our extensive wine list or enjoy an ice cold beer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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House of coffee chain |
7624, Maple Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 866 7031 http://www.pjscoffee.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. You can find one of P.J.'s places located all over New Orleans. This is one of the most famous stop for the collegeans in the Uptown area. The usual junkie food with coffee is available for everyone. Stop in at one of three locations for a cup of java and a pastry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Palace Cafe |
605 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 1661 http://www.palacecafe.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This was once the Werlein's music store, and is now home to the flavor of New Orleans. Making its debut in 1991, Palace Cafe has been under the direction of Chef Gus Martin, directing yet another Brennan family culinary creation. The restaurant is filled with beautiful iron work, vaulted archways and lively artwork. The menu is classic Louisiana cooking with an innovative flair. A few of the signature dishes include Crab Meat Cheesecake, Oyster Pan Roast and White Chocolate Bread Pudding. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jamaican me crazy! |
135 North Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 482 3685 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The ethnic craze has swept through New Orleans like a forest fire and with this growing popularity the demand for more eateries of ethnic fare has grown. Palmer's has answered the call with masterful skill. Come around for a sampling of its spicy, Caribbean cuisine. If you are looking for delicious exotic fare try the Jerked Fish or West Indian Curry Goat. Both are accompanied with rice and sautéed vegetables. Chase all this down with an ice-cold Jamaican beer and complete your ethnic dining experience with a sweet potato flan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mardi Gras party central |
2533 Constance Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 899 2054 / +1 504 897 5413 http://www.parasols.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Originally built in 1902 as the Irish Channel, it is now known amongst locals as the unofficial party center for Mardi Gras. This underground hangout is popular with regulars and visitors. Five televisions make it a great gathering spot for sports fans. It boasts one of New Orleans' meatiest Po'boys with loads of Sloppy Roast Beef. It also serves local favorites such as Red Beans and Rice, and, of course, Crawfish. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bake the cake |
538 Hagan Avenue Toulouse Street New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 482 3047 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. A bakery by default is Parkway's claim to fame, and that is not all that New Orleanites will tell you. The owner, Jay Nix, did not want the Parkway bakery to stay just a fading memory in the customers' minds; hence this tavern was resurrected on Hagan Avenue. The museum-styled interiors only add to its charm. On the cards are roast beef, oyster fry and hot sausages, which are demanded incessantly. And for the saccharine tooth, Hubig's pies are in constant supply. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Uptown restaurant |
1838 Napoleon Avenue New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 895 4877 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This uptown restaurant has been famous for its original barbecue shrimp since 1913. If you go, do not expect much decor but the food is so good, you will hardly notice. The establishment's popularity results in a noisy gathering most every night. You do not have to worry though - this is a friendly crowd with social graces. Menu selections include fine seafood, delicious steak, and Italian specialties. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Irish style in the French Quarter |
718 St. Peter Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 525 4823 / +1 800 597 4823 http://www.patobriens.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Pat O'Brien's conjures up images of Hurricanes (its specialty drink since 1950), the piano bar, the flaming fountain and green-jacketed waiters. For 70 years, Pat O'Brien's has maintained an efficient consistency that proves its management places high value on quality and customer service. Locals and tourists alike enjoy the best in Irish dining and beverages. Pat O's Courtyard menu offers something for everyone, whether it is dining for lunch, dinner or a late night snack. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Late night hot spot |
503 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 529 4256 http://www.cajuncabin.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This late night hot spot is always festive with both locals and tourists dining and dancing. It specializes in the best in live Cajun and Zydeco music as well as Cajun cuisine prepared by the Patout family. Bands featured at Patout's include Recycled Cajuns and Mitch Cormier & The Can't Hardly Playboys. Atop this swinging place is the world famous Bourbon Vieux, boastfully claiming the title "Bourbon Street's Largest Balcony." The menu of both features such authentic Cajun delicacies as appetizers of fried crawfish and boudin. The gumbo comes in small or large bowls from $4 to $7. Entrees include unique Cajun dishes such as Cochon de Lait and an assortment of seafood platters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Innovative cuisine in the heart of the French Quarter |
312, Exchange Place New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 1504 http://www.pelicanclub.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, the Pelican Club replicates a classic 19th century French Quarter Townhouse, housing three individually designed dining rooms and a large bar. The cuisine fuses traditional New Orleans dishes with modern international flavors to produce an innovative contemporary menu. Highlights include the Shrimp, Duck, and Shiitake-mushroom Spring Rolls, the Walnut and Honey-mustard-crusted Rack of Lamb, and the Louisiana Cioppino. Mirroring the food, the decor is dually traditional and contemporary, featuring cypress and burnished wood paneling, black leather banquette, and original paintings by local artists. The wine list consists of Californian, French and Italian wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Late night eats |
1940 Dauphine Street New Orleans, LA 70116-1610 United States +1 504 943 1460 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located just a few blocks from the French Quarter, this late night eatery features breakfast all the time and New Orleans style cuisine in the evenings. Decent food at inexpensive prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French Quarter darling |
817 St. Louis St New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 522 6440 http://www.crescentcity.com/pe... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Making its home in a three-story townhouse built in the 1830's, Petunia's is the darling of the Vieux Carre. The cypress crafted dining rooms are located in the double parlor bearing the distinct French style found everywhere in Crescent City. The restaurant is under the direction of Chef Jay A. Loomis. Dishes have the distinct flavor of Petunia's French/Italian heritage. Breakfast will never seem the same after you have eaten such delicacies as Eggs Melazana or Eggs Saint Louis here. A must try for lunch or dinner is the Cajun Pasta with Shrimp and Andouille. End your meal with its famous dessert, Crepe Saint Louis Flambe, a Bananas Foster spin off combined with Cherries Jubliee and smothered in flaming rum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A monster of a burger |
838 Esplanade Avenue New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 523 0120 http://www.portofcallneworlean... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This cozy little spot is the place to come when you just need a burger. Its small size is made even smaller by the influx of hungry folks looking for lunch. After 7p when the business crowds disperse the restaurant is not quite as crowded. Locals have announced the hamburgers to be the best in town. They are served with a baked potato if their large size is not enough to fill you. The attentive staff also serves pizzas, filet mignon, rib eye steak and New York strip. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hidden Creole/Soul cuisine |
542 Frenchmen Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 943 3934 http://www.pralineconnection.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Just outside the Quarter, somewhat hidden on Frenchmen Street, is this popular restaurant known for crowded tables and lots of noise. The menu offers solid Creole soul food including fried chicken, red and white beans, crowder peas, okra, mustard and collard greens. Newer menu items include fried soft shell crawfish and barbecued ribs. Another location at 901 South Peters Street offers the same menu but a larger dining room. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Music and dining |
907, South Peters Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 3973 http://www.pralineconnection.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Owned by the same company that operates the Praline Connection on Frenchmen Street, this hall offers the same cuisine but also live music with dinner on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. Sundays features a great gospel buffet brunch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine dining fit for a king |
Ambassador Hotel 525 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 527 5271 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Inside the Ambassador Hotel you will find this fine dining experience fit for a king. This is an exceptional dining experience, where the waiters take care of your every need. Breakfast is excellent with an assortment of omelets, Belgian waffles and fruit. Lunch features a lighter fare of shrimp and tasso pasta. But when night begins to fall, dinner is the ultimate. Specialties of the Cajun/Creole flair include mouth watering masterpieces of Maine lobster, either boiled or baked and stuffed with succulent seafood dressing accompanied by vegetables and a potato. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood at a reasonable price |
519 Toulouse Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 5226 http://www.ralphandkacoos.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This traditional seafood restaurant serves large portions of Gulf Coast seafood at reasonable prices. The interior of the restaurant is like an elegant ballroom crossed with an old brick warehouse. Crystal chandeliers and dinnerware mingle with exposed steel pipes and cracked walls. Menu items include gumbos, salads and charbroiled selections. Specific crowd pleasers include the Soft-Shell Crawfish and Trout Henry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jazz by the Park |
900 City Park Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 488 1000 http://www.ralphsonthepark.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Voted as one of New Orleans' Best New Restaurants in 2004, Ralph's can be quite a surprise. Chef Maras, who is known to revive even the most boring recipes, is housed here. Ralph's is especially known for its range of vegetarian dishes. Salads, sandwiches, starters, and soups with European influences fill the menu. Foie Gras Torchon and Pan Seared Pork Chops are easy on the palate; but it's the Carrot Cake that makes the day better. Enjoy your Sunday brunch with Joe Simon's Jazz Band. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classy seafood bistro |
900 City Park Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 488 1000 http://www.ralphsonthepark.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Across from the City Park, this re-creation of a Prohibition-era bistro occupies one of the few buildings left from the Storyville era. Stylish art-deco makes this historic structure a marvelous setting for the seafood and steak specialties. Balcony dining is available when weather permits. From broiled cold-water lobster, fresh trout and superb steak, the contemporary Creole fare takes centerstage in here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual, energetic Brennan creation |
115 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 598 1200 http://www.redfishgrill.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Ralph Brennan, of the city's well-known restaurant clan, owns this casual, high-energy grill. This festive atmosphere holds true to the city it inhabits. A large central dining room is surrounded on three sides by banquettes, and a huge oyster bar is covered with images of the seafood that is also the focus of the menu. The kitchen produces a delicious barbecue shrimp po'boy, seafood gumbo with nuggets of alligator sausage and baked oysters on the half shell. The signature dessert is a variation of bananas foster. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Speciality pizza |
741, State Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 899 1414 http://www.reginellis.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This local pizzeria in the University area serves some of the best pizza in the city. The pizzeria is not much to look at, with a few scattered tables and unadorned walls, but it makes up for it with the food. You can also dine outside on sidewalk as you partake of their specialty pizza. The menu includes pizzas such as the 'Uptowner' and 'Irish Feast' which has new potatoes, fresh tomatoes and chicken as toppings. They also serve baked pasta entrees such as their stuffed shells and manicotti. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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By the Arnaud family |
309 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 523 0377 http://www.remoulade.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This family-owned famous restaurant has created a casual and comfortable spot in the French Quarter. A full bar with sports and news television adds to the casual, fun atmosphere. Remoulade's plays host to a daily New Orleans food festival offering everything from gumbo chock full of fresh seafood to the more fabulous of Arnaud's specialties and good old American burgers. Regardless of what you choose, the price is always fair. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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European Dining with a Louisiana Flair |
301 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 299 9777 http://www.rest-august.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the heart of the business district, the Restaurant August is a major New Orleans culinary delight. This historic venue offers European dishes with a distinctive Louisiana flair. Chef John Besh has helped to create an elaborate menu including dishes such as "Salade August" (salad with candied pumpkin seeds and Point Reyes blue cheese), Parmesan-crusted blackfish with lobster, whipped potatoes and bouillabaisse jus, and pork belly and lobster "en barigoule." A wine room and private dining options are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Come start your day the right way |
7801 Panola Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 314 1810 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Family owned by the Riccobono's, they have built an extensive clientele around better than average fare. Your nose, upon entering, is greeted by the heady aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the scent of fabulous waffles on the grill. Your eyes will be pleased with the spotless appointments that surround you and the colorful consignment art that adorns the walls. The breakfast menu boasts of Belgian banana nut waffles and fluffy omelets. There are always the ultimate morning meal staples of oatmeal, granola and fruit to complement whatever you choose. Lunch features excellent Italian seafood fare, including a robust gumbo or an oyster po-boy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French Louisiana |
228 Poydras Street Harrah's New Orleans New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 533 6117 http://www.harrahs.com/casinos... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Riche, located inside the Harrah's New Orleans, offers classic French dining by world-class French Chef Todd English. English offers a French bistro style of cooking in a lively Las Vegas type of atmosphere with menu selections served in huge proportions. Menu selections feature Cassoulet, soufflés, steaks, roasted oysters and other seafood selections. Be sure and try a local favorite, the French Onion Soup. The restaurant has an open grill area and oyster bar. The wine menu includes selections from both California and France. Reservations are recommended. –Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Latin Flavors Were Never So Good |
800 South Peters Street Corner of Julia and South Peter Streets New Orleans, LA 70130-1708 United States +1 504 525 3474 http://www.riomarseafood.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Yummy Latin flavors and simple delicious cooking draws hoards to Rio Mar, the seafood specialty restaurant. Fresh seafood is cooked with a Spanish and Latin American kick which brings out the unique flavor of the dishes. The Ecuadorian ceviches with fresh shrimp, ripe-red tomatoes and citrus juices makes your tastebuds sing! Relish the Gulf fish grilled with peppers, olives and caper. The wine list is expansive with everything from "sparkling' to 'red' and 'white' wines available. A beautifully presented and exceptional cuisine, warm wait-staff, a broad menu, lovely decor, isn't that the perfect recipe? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Northern Italian |
541, Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 586 1414 http://www.ristorantecarmelo.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Carmelo began his culinary creations with a chain of pizza stands. He now cooks all the other Northern Italian classics in a casual trattoria. The wine list offers an array of Italian bottles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unassuming Creole |
945 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 523 7543 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This place is not a great beauty to behold on the outside. However, once inside, you are welcomed by a portrait of Rita on the wall and friendly relatives occupying back tables. The casual atmosphere is observed throughout; just look at how the pictures hang a bit crooked. The friendly staff creates an inviting scene inspiring the perfect at home feeling for local Creole dining. An extensive menu boasts 20 entrees including pasta and veal dishes. Specials are the Blackened Catfish bathed in Lea and Perrins and lemon sauce served with sweet potatoes in a brown sugar sauce. The soups and gumbos are tasty as well. And the desserts are not to be missed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jazz it up |
100, Rue Iberville Wyndham New Orleans Hotel New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 553 5082 http://www.wyndham.com/hotels/... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the Wyndham Hotel at Canal Place, River 127 is a place to visit. It stands 127 feet above the Mississippi River - hence the name. The traditional New Orleans' menu with continental touches (in the breakfast, lunch and dinner) is served. Menu includes omelettes, roast chicken, prime ribs, roasted drums, salmon, steaks and around 50 types of dessert. The Sunday Jazz Brunch has a four piece band for company. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Truly Gourmet Pizza |
3222 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115-2321 United States +1 504 891 5152 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. If you expect this to be yet another pizza joint, Rocky's Gourmet Pizza will surprise you with its original creations. The interiors are wood and the open kitchen buzzes with a bustling staff. Specialties include mojo, muffaletta pizza, magazine pizza. Choose from a range of hand made crusts with delightful shrimp or vegetable toppings and create your own! Sandwiches, salads and pastas also feature in its varied menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food from around the world |
241 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 524 0114 http://www.ruebourbon.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This has been one of the French Quarter's most enjoyable restaurants since 1831. The three floors, in French Provincial decor, offer a casual dining experience. Diners can chose from dining on the balcony or in the beautiful and classic Napoleon Wine Room. The food is also exceptional with starters of shrimp remoulade cocktail for $8 and Entrees of Blackened fish or Crawfish Etouffee for $17.95. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Comfy coffeehouse |
3121, Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 899 0242 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This basic comfy boho coffeehouse swarms with friendly college kids and others in search of a quick cup of Joe. They also sell loose tea, coffee by the pound, and a few newspapers and magazines. What's a good cup of Java without good read? Visit either locations as per your interest. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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To the Far East and beyond |
724 Dublin Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 861 0565 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. As the popularity of ethnic cuisine grows so do the restaurants serving these authentically prepared dishes loaded with vegetables. New Orleans, the city of eclectic food, has welcomed this new craze with open arms. Sara's is one of the establishments helping to bridge the continental divide. The serene ambience is just what you would expect from a Far East blend with a Mediterranean flair. Its cook whose interest in health plus a love for herbs and spices creates cuisine from all parts of the Far East, including Vietnamese hand rolls and Japanese style miso soup. There is also Thai red curry chicken, sesame crusted salmon and a wonderful Filet Mignon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Homestyle Cajun/Creole |
538 St. Phillip Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 524 2041 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This casual eatery is one of the most charming restaurants in New Orleans. The walls of the main dining room are adorned with original oil paintings by the owner, Bob Bernissant. While the menu changes weekly, the cuisine focuses on home-style Cajun/Creole fare. Popular menu items include veal, chicken and Gulf seafood. All dishes are made from scratch. One of the more popular features is Mere Mere's Breakfast Skillet, which is only offered during weekend brunch. It is served in an iron skillet filled with a three-egg omelet full of sausage, bacon, potatoes and onions. An accompanying biscuit with honey butter is perfect for mopping the inside of the skillet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Go fish with chopsticks!! |
239 Decatur New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 9595 http://www.sekisuiusa.com/inde... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the French Quarter, this sushi restaurant is one of the offshoots of the popular chain of Japanese restaurants in the South. It is frequented by locals because of it's popular and extensive menu—more than 20 selections of rolls are on offer. Those paranoid about raw food can rest easy; cooked seafood items feature on the list as well. Patrons keep returning for more teriyaki and tempura, among other delicacies. A wide selection of Japanese beer and sake helps ease down the fare with aplomb, so dig in! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Winningest Steak in New Orleans? |
614 Canal Street (In the JW Marriott Hotel) New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 586 7211 http://donshula.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This restaurant is one of a chain that spreads across the United States. Don Shula's steakhouses serve up high quality meats and employs the same techniques in his restaurants and his coaching. As the "winningest coach in NFL" he believed in having the best of everything, including ingredients and service. This location, in the JW Marriott Hotel, is a great place for families, business meetings, and special occasions alike. You'll never be disappointed with their custom cuts combined with their specialized aging processes. Shula's is one of the best steak chain restaurants in New Orleans and possibly the United States. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live jazz and Creole dining |
626 Frenchmen Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 949 0696 http://www.snugjazz.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This is the most intimate jazz venue in New Orleans. Combine the intimacy with an ever-changing line up of some of the best musicians in the world and you end up with an up-close and personal music experience that cannot be matched anywhere else in the city. On almost any night you are guaranteed to be witness to the forefront of contemporary jazz in the making. The small wood-paneled bar room holds several tables for dining where dim lighting and exposed wooden beams give off the feeling of being in a cabin in the woods. The performance hall boasts of 25-foot ceilings and several tables lined up in front of an elevated stage. Menu items include the Seafood Pasta (oysters, shrimp and crawfish with penne rigate pasta, sauteed in extra virgin cold pressed olive oil), the Crawfish Etouffe, and the freshly cut and grilled Filet Mignon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best bakery sandwiches ever |
2440 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70117 United States +1 504 949 2253 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the Fauboug Marigny, this quaint bakery is popular with local residents and tourists who are lucky enough to hear about it. The bakery's panini sandwiches are best enjoyed with a cup of soup. An ever-changing variety of soups are offered daily. During Mardi Gras, the display case features the 'Queen Cake,' which you must try at least once. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Risque cuisine |
916 Lafayette Street New Orleans, LA 70113 United States +1 504 561 1216 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This daring little café, which is popular with professionals and football fans alike, is nestled between the Superdome and the Convention Center. This eatery is a former bordello, which, obviously, is reflected in its menu. A variety of po-boys boast suggestive names like The Blushing Salmon Filet and Ménage A Trois. Salads with equally risqué names include the Oyster Orgy Salad and Miss Rena's Racy Shrimp Salad. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional breakfasts |
1031 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 593 0006 / +1 504 587 0091 (Office) http://www.restaurantstanley.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Sibling to Stella!and affiliated with the Hotel Provincial, this restaurant is Chef Scott Boswell's latest creation. Brick-red pillars, potted plants and pretty doors make up the façade, leading to clean and homely interiors. The place is peppered with cheery folks in casual attire that reminds one of a Sunday morning at the town café. A traditional breakfast of Eggs Benedict, French toast, banana pancakes, omelets or the house special, Eggs Stanley will please the hungriest patron. If you are here a bit later in the day, try the delicious bowl of Shrimp, Oyster, Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo, or the Summer BLT, with bacon and tomatoes on toast. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Go An Extra Mile For This One! |
237 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70130-1015 United States +1 504 525 6151 http://www.starsteak.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Just adjacent to the House of Blues in the French Quarter, Star Steak & Lobster House is a hit with locals and tourists alike. It serves exactly what the name suggests, star quality steaks and lobsters! Incredible Stuffed Filet and out-of-the world BBQ Shrimp! Mouthwatering coldwater lobster tails steamed and served with baked potato and a perfectly cooked garlic tenderloins with mild toppings. Now, can you afford to miss that? The bar area just by the entrance, lets you sip your drink as you watch people go by. A casual den for family outings! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classy steak hangout |
888 Harrison Avenue New Orleans, LA 70124 United States +1 504 488 8981 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This mid-city restaurant is a classy neighborhood hangout. The large dining room features pale wood and beige appointments, thick carpeting and comfy upholstered chairs. Begin with the Seraphine Salad then move on to either a Filet Mignon or New York Strip with a side of fried onion rings. If you are not in the mood for steak, try the fried shrimp, grilled veal chops or the rack of lamb. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Refreshing new tastes |
1032 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 587 0091 / +1 504 581 4995 (Hotel) http://www.restaurantstella.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. An almost colonial façade yields to elegant dining rooms with a rather romantic ambiance. Part of the huge Hotel Provincial, the restaurant has undergone several facelifts to emerge a chic dining spot. Acclaimed Chef Scott Boswell digs into his Louisiana roots to come up with tantalizing recipes that he brushes up with his creative streak. A recommended meal would start with sashimi or a crab'n'shark soup, a leafy salad and a glass of sparkles from the extensive wine list. For mains, try the Duck Five Ways; it is bound to leave you quite sated. Or, go for the delicious lobster curry and Tempura Scallions for a lighter meal. The Bolivia 68 Chocolate Mousse with Chocolate Sauces and Blueberry Shooter make a scrumptious dessert. Comfort, cleanliness and excellent service earn the restaurant its much deserved praise. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A palace of jazz |
125 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 410 1000 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Storyville District is the result of a joint effort between Quint Davis, producer of the New Orleans Jazz Festival and restaurateur Ralph Brennan. The revival of New Orleans' legendary music can be experience through each of the restaurants three uniquely furnished rooms. Begin your meal with the Storyville red bean dip or grilled shrimp and eggplant. Then move on to the po boys or seafood entrees such as shrimp Creole and crawfish etoufee. Complete this fine dining experience with one their fine desserts including Lady in Red Velvet cake and Chocolate Pecan pie. There is also an extensive selection of fine wines, ports, liquers and specialty drinks to compliment whatever you choose eat. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional Thai |
1913 Royal St New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 948 9309 (Reservations) |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The dining room at Sukho Thai is huge, with high ceilings and light golden walls that make the oddly shaped room seem only larger. Enjoy your meal in a casual atmosphere or ask to be seated behind the divided wall for a more private setting. Sukho, (meaning Dawn of Happiness) Thai serves up traditional beef curry, noodles, and vegetarian dishes along with Wok and seafood specialties. Rich desserts are available with a tropical flair, or try the local favorite, black rice pudding. This is a non-alcoholic restaurant, but it makes up for its lack of spirits with the expansive selection of flavored teas. –Karen Gros Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Uptown oasis for Tex Mex flavors |
3636 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 899 4200 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This casual spot draws a big crowd during carnival time. The combination of mesquite grill menu items with Tex Mex flavors is a popular combination. The decor is tasteful in Spanish motif tantalizing you to anticipate authentic cuisine found South of the border. Entrees include enchilada platters and whole enchilada nachos. If you prefer something that is not Mexican they also offer mesquite-roasted quail, grilled tuna and baby back ribs. They also make some mean margaritas here, with fresh lime and Sauza tequila. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh Made Food in New Orleans |
2800 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 872 9035 http://www.table1restaurant.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Gerard Maras, a chef who cultivates his own fruits and vegetables on a farm, has been cooking professionally in New Orleans for over 22 years. The words "fresh ingredients" are so commonplace among restaurants that the phrase has turned into a meaningless cliche, yet Table One has the right to brag about their lack of microwaves, and the one small freezer that is used only for holding ice cream. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authenticity Is The Specialty |
5932 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70115 3221 United States +1 504 897 3974 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Taqueria Corona beckons you with authentic Mexican cuisine on its platter. Bang in the middle of Magazine Street, this place offers tortilla tacos topped with pico and cilantro and fish entrees that promise you a whirlwind of taste. The delicious smells from the open kitchen whets your appetite. Polish off with the traditional arroz con leche for dessert. This modest joint is popular with collegians and local celebrities alike. The whiff of freshly grilled onions and spices, hip swinging Latin music and deliciously flavored food takes you straight to Mexico! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gourmet Mexican Food |
1432 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 9996 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. After surviving the devastation of hurricane Katrina, the Coyoacan restaurant came together with Taqueros to form Taqueros Coyoacan. Chef Guillermo Peters is not afraid to experiment with new twists on old favorites, offering guests the chance to experience the gourmet side of Mexican food with favorites like chicken served with mole sauce and filet mignon stuffed with chipotle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Crescent City classic |
3100 Calhoun Street New Orleans, LA 70125-4202 United States +1 504 861 3615 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Nothing beats a classic and if you are looking for the classic comfort food you will it find here. Breakfast, according to Ted's, is the most important part of the day, which it loudly underscores with its fantastic menu. Start off your day with a bountiful feast of fresh biscuits and pancakes, or grits and eggs. The lunch menu features burgers and shakes plus a Creole platter for those who frown upon beef. Other entrees include pot roast, shrimp Creole and white beans and pork. Bring cash, because at Ted's, no credit is accepted. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tapas & Wide Selection of Wines |
3442 St. Charles Ave New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 895 0858 http://www.thedelachaise.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The Delachaise has a selection of over 70 unique wines, 100 liqueurs and more than 50 beers from around the globe. Choose from a tapas-style menu to complement any wine. The menu includes Cheese Plates, Steamed Mussels, Ceviche, Ratatouille Vol-au-Vent and much more. Stop by to taste the daily wine special and reserve time on a Sunday to enjoy the live jazz music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mexican Meals |
437 Esplanade Avenue New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 945 9997 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This popular restaurant offers guests fresh, traditional style Mexican food along with margaritas the size of a moderately sized bowling bowl. This is a perfect place for family outings or celebrations with friends; the ambiance and friendly staff creates a laid-back atmosphere perfect for socializing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic Creole Italian Cusine |
746 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans, LA 70130-3636 United States +1 504 581 1103 http://www.tommyscuisine.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. New Orleans is the city that takes dining seriously and is home to Tommy's Cuisine. The attentive staff, dimly lit romantic ambience and a simple classic menu easily makes it a hot favorite with the locals. The classic creole Italian cusine served here is authentic and the snails ,oysters and rosemarino chicken are lip-smacking. Round up your meal with sinful chocolate hazelnut truffle for a complete Italian experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Old Absinthe House |
240 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 0113 http://www.tonymorans.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Known by customers as an "Oasis on Bourbon," this Italian escape is located on the second floor of the Old Absinthe House. Built in 1807, it has flourished as one New Orleans most prominent restaurants. Dinner is a creation of Northern Italian combined with some local favorites. Pastas are made daily and hand tossed table-side for your approval. Chef Lawrance Jackson has mastered entrees of prime beef, seafood, chicken and veal. A perfect dinner deserves no less than the perfect dessert. You can choose from one of the many flavors of Italian ice, or go with the flaming Bananas Foster that are set on fire right at your table. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Bar and two restaurants |
240 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 523 3181 http://www.oldabsinthehouse.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Built in 1806 by two Spaniards, this home now houses one bar and two restaurants: Tony Moran's and Pasta E Vino. The namesake drink has long been banned from this country because it causes blindness and insanity. However, you can enjoy any other drink concoction at the bar and revel in the atmosphere and history. A plaque outside lists famous visitors: William Makepeace Thackery, Oscar Wilde, Sarah Bernhardt, Walt Whitman, Andrew Jackson and the infamous Lafitte brothers. So you see, you will be in good drinking and dining company. There is no cover. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Italian food for over 99 years |
441 Royal Street Corner of Royal & St.Louis New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 4295 http://www.tortoricis.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Four generations of family plus 99 years of traditional Italian and Creole cooking have made Tortorici's - 'a restaurant not to be missed' while staying in New Orleans. Private and dining/banquet rooms are located on the second floor affording private balconies that look out over Decatur Street. They offer facilities that can accommodate up to 150 people. As you dine in style, treat yourself to such pleasures as a tender filet in a hunter's reduction glaze or sautéed chicken breast in crawfish sauce. Soups and salads are equally delicious and make the perfect complement to this Northern Italian fare. The house wines come from the western slopes of the Andes Mountains in Chile. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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24-hours daily |
1923 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130-5316 United States +1 504 523 0090 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This old converted gas station has been transformed into a 24-hour a day eatery. For the weary traveler looking for a good bite that is also cheap, this is the place. Many guests from the surrounding hotels on St. Charles call here for a late night snack. Menu items include Po'boy sandwiches and plate dinners. A full breakfast includes Stuffed Omelets, Pancakes, and French Toast. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coffeehouse |
200 Julia Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 524 8440 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Cafe offers a selection of teas and unflavored and flavored coffees. This location features poetry readings, intimate music performances and art exhibits. There is also a boutique that sells gift baskets, jewelry and crafts. Cafe has two other outlets aswell. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New Orleans dining treasure |
823 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 525 8676 http://www.tujagues.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This New Orleans dining treasure, open since 1856, captures the heart and soul of French Creole cuisine. This restaurant provides a unique atmosphere, much like the city it inhabits, with a friendly staff and authentic decor. All meals are served with hot French bread. The classic Creole menu is prepared using only the freshest ingredients. Try the Shrimp Remoulade and Creole Salad combined with your choice of wine or other cocktail. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Creative Creole menu |
1413 Upperline Street Between St. Charles Avenue and Prytania Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 891 9822 http://www.upperline.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Set in an 1877 townhouse, this restaurant is brought up-to-date by a collection of modern paintings. This oasis of Southern charm and Creole traditions creates a nostalgic ambiance. For starters, try Crispy Sweetbreads with Mushroom Ragout and Grilled Filet Mignon or the Lamb Shank braised. You may complete any meal with the sweet treats, including a yummy crème brulee with crushed pralines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Little tortilla cooking station |
4938 Prytania Street New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 891 6441 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The visuals here, including the little tortilla cooking station and the folk art collection, hint at the inspiration behind this Mexican restaurant. Two large dining rooms buzz with activity as waiters serve dishes that are rarely conventional. Salsas are mellow and peppery, chili appears with venison while fish is flavored with chilies and tropical fruits. The old favorites of tacos, enchiladas, fajitas and quesadillas are still present. There is no lunch on Saturdays and instead of the normal menu you will find a southwestern style brunch on Sundays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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That is Italian |
134 North Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 488 7991 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This little bit of Italy has been a thriving neighborhood eatery since 1957. Its casual presence is just right for a family's dinner night out or a fun double date. You will be transported to the Old Country as you dine surrounded by murals of Venice. The dark wood-paneled walls and flickering light of the candelabra help create a festive ambiance. This is a favorite haunt of New Orleans families as well as those from out of town. This feast of Italy, with a flair of Louisiana, can be found in the breaded veal or the crawfish pasta. The popular pizza pies cover the table with their giant size. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Memorable Creole |
444 Charles Avenue Street (Hotel Inter-Continental) New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 525 5566 http://www.new-orleans.interco... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Home of one of the most respected chefs in New Orleans, Willy Cohen, this restaurant serves a varied menu. The glass enclosed courtyard and private dining room create a stately New Orleans ambiance. Every tuesday to sunday, dining is made even more memorable by the soothing sounds of a harp. You may begin with Louisiana Crab Cakes in a light Creole mustard sauce or oyster and artichoke soup. Entrees of Potato Crusted Redfish with Baby Bok Choy and Ginger Beurre Blanc, or Breaded Rabbit are exceptional. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Genuine Aussie pub |
636 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 524 4329 http://www.satchmo.com/vics/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This genuine Aussie pub is located in the Warehouse District but feels like its right in the middle of Australia. The local ambiance is embracing to all as the fun in the air becomes contagious. Thursday night is jazz and Saturday is blues. The featured cuisine is Australian straight from the Outback! The food is everything you would expect from the outback, including many barbecued items and entrees such as Shepard's Pie. Beverages of wine and draft beer are compliments to your entree of choice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Come dine in the heart of Italy |
7839 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 866 9313 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This quaint little neighborhood restaurant is popular with both families and the uptown business crowd. It serves mouth-watering traditional Italian cuisine with a contemporary flair that transports you and yours to the heart of Italy. Starters include crabmeat bisque, eggplant sandwich and fried calamari. Entrees include baby white veal shank, garlic chicken and sautéed Italian oysters. The Cannelloni is enough to feed two and comes with a cup of chicken or vegetable soup and a house salad. Divine desserts, such as creamy chocolate mousse, lemon ice and colorful spumoni, make perfect exclamation points to the meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Trendy Creole |
2203 St Charles Avenue Clarion Collection Garden District Hotel New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 529 9912 http://www.vizardsontheavenue.... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Located in the lower Garden District, this former barbecue joint has been taken over by Chef Kevin Vizard and is now a trendy bar. Intimate and stylish, this popular neighborhood bar attracts a moderately dressy crowd of all ages. Standouts including the smoked tuna appetizer or seared duck breast are just two of the menu items that will make your mouth come alive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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American/French bistro |
1041 Dumaine New Orleans, LA 70116-3005 United States +1 504 593 9535 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Chef Ann Kearney purchased this small but delightful escape after the death of the founder, Chef John Neal. A dark and romantic bistro, it is no surprise that the famed Tennessee Williams once occupied the balcony to play poker. Attentive service combined with French/Louisiana based cuisine creates an elegant and charming bistro that offers presentations of veal sweet breads and buttery Sonoma County foie gras. When in season, the Grilled Maine Salmon and Seared Sea Scallops are fantastic. On the sweeter side, things are interesting, with apple-pear tarts and a tres rich goat's cheese with fresh berries and Armagnac. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family restaurant |
3016 South Carrollton Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 866 3683 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This family restaurant has been owned by the Rufin family for over 60 years, and they know their food! This is a place for locals and visitors to come for good down-home cooking. True to its name, it is just a few blocks from Tulane University, so you are likely to see a few college kids suffering from serious pizza burnout and looking for a taste of home. Think "true Southern soul food" and you have the Inn's menu. There's fried chicken, green beans, black-eyed peas and cornbread for starters, to the best lemon ice box pie and pecan pie. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Award Winning French Bistro |
333 Poydras Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 207 5018 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Zoe is a chic French restaurant located on the French Quarter with an appealing old worldly look. The decor is swank and elegant and provides a perfect setting for romantic or business meals. French bistro cuisine is presented here in an innovative fashion. Warm Onion Tart, the Onion Soup Gratinnee, and the Pepper Crusted Filet Medallions are super-special. And how can you possibly not end a meal with delicious French Poodle Meringue combined with dark chocolate mousse wrapped in a hazelnut crust? A well-stocked bar serves you with a drink of your choice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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