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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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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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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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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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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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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 |
 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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, |