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 201 reasons to eat Louisiana cooking |
201, Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 561 0007 no201@aol.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. 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/ info@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 info@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/ reservations@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/ jberger@neworleans-food.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 pubrel@sonestano.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 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/ info@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.... info@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 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/ feedback@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 brennansno@aol.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/ broussrd@bellsouth.net |
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/ info@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 office@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/ duke@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... cafeamelie@bellsouth.net |
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... info@casamentosrestaurant.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 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 cavallinos@aol.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 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... cinosales@cino.us |
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 corgi909@aol.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/ info@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/ court2si@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... groupsales@crescentcitybrewhouse.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 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 frank@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/ mail@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... geninfo2@dickiebrennanssteakhouse.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 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... dominiques@masiondupuy.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 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... general@elizabeths-restaurtant.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 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 aawziggy@bellsouth.net |
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 bis |