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CONTENTS

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Winter Restaurant Guide 2014 .........................19 Hundreds of restaurants and their featured dishes, arranged by cuisine

7 IN SEVEN

Seven Things to Do This Week........................... 5 The Snow Queen, Delorean, The House of Blues 20th anniversary and more

NEWS + VIEWS

News.............................................................................7 CANO shows students that creative arts mean business Bouquets & Brickbats ...........................................7 This week’s heroes and zeroes C’est What? ................................................................7 Gambit’s Web poll Scuttlebutt...............................................................10 From their lips to your ears Commentary.............................................................11 Our second endorsements for the Feb. 1 election Clancy DuBos...........................................................15 The city’s unsettled family business

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Blake Pontchartrain............................................. 17 The N.O. It All

STYLE + SHOPPING

What’s In Store ......................................................97 Sainte Marie Brasserie

EAT + DRINK

Review ......................................................................99 Fulton Alley Fork + Center ...........................................................99 All the news that’s fit to eat 3-Course Interview .............................................101 Jehan Strouse of 3 Potato 4 Drinks ...................................................................... 103 Beer Buzz and Wine of the Week Last Bites ............................................................... 105 5 in Five and Off the Menu

ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

A&E News ................................................................107 The Totalitarians at Mid-City Theatre Music .......................................................................108 PREVIEW: Disclosure

Film.............................................................................112 REVIEW: The Great Beauty Art ...............................................................................117 REVIEW: Da Parish, photographs by Fridgeir Helgason Stage........................................................................ 120 REVIEW: La Concierge Solitaire at the Elm Theatre Events ......................................................................123 Crossword + Sudoku ......................................... 140

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The Snow Queen

Thu.-Sun. Jan. 30-Feb. 2 | The Mudlark Puppeteers present Pandora Gastelum’s adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale about a girl who encounters talking flowers, thieves and strange beasts and confronts the Snow Queen. At 7 p.m. at the Marigny Opera House.

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House of Blues 20th anniversary

Sat. Feb. 1 | Kermit Ruffins and the Barbecue Swingers headline a free show celebrating the 20th anniversary of the opening of New Orleans’ House of Blues, now the oldest venue in the chain. Colin Lake and others perform at 9 p.m.

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Sat. Feb. 1 | The art mashup rock opera about a countess, a gondolier and a maid features cabaret performer Bremner Duthie, baroque singer Mattea Musso, Art Klub founder Reese Johanson and others. The event includes a multi-course Italian dinner. At 7 p.m. at Eiffel Society.

Those Darlins | Reconfigured from a Southern-accented all-

female trio to co-ed, garage and art rock-infused indie favorites, Those Darlins released Blur the Line just before performing at 2013 Voodoo Experience. Bully opens at 8 p.m. at Gasa Gasa.

Darkside

Sun. Feb. 2 | Producer/composer Nicolas Jaar exploded slowly onto the electronic music scene with 2011’s way-downtempo Space Is Only Noise, a collapsed star adrift in jazzy quietude. Psychic (Matador), his debut as Darkside with guitarist Dave Harrington, does for psychedelic rock what Space did for ambient techno. High Water opens at 9:30 p.m. at House of Blues.

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Fri.-Sun. Jan. 30-Feb. 18 | Skin Horse Theater channels director David Lynch in its interpretation of Shakespeare’s tragedy about ruthless ambition. At 9 p.m. at The Tigermen Den (3113 Royal St.).

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The Archdiocese of New Orleans

collected more than $500,000 for people in the Philippines recovering from Typhoon Haiyan. The Archdiocese will send a portion of the funds to the international relief organization Catholic Relief Services, which has distributed more than 40,000 temperature-resistant tarps for roofing in the country.

Learning arts

CANO teaches students how to mix creativity and business. By Jeanie Riess

Keep Louisiana Beautiful,

a statewide anti-litter organization, granted $6,300 to Lower 9th Wardbased volunteer organization Common Ground Relief. The grant funds three litter and debris cleanups in January and February. Since 2005, more than 45,000 volunteers have worked with Common Ground on wetlands projects, home building, job training and other services.

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are so many opportunities that fall underneath that very large umDanielle Dayries (center) discusses brella,” she said. “From being involved career options with with a movie set, lighting design, students in the Creative graphic design, costume design, to of Futures program, course traditional visual art, ballet or currently piloted at John graphic design.” McDonogh High School. From there, Dayries encourages P H OTO C O U RT ES Y students to research the kinds of ALPHONSE SMITH education, skills and experience that go into landing those jobs. “I always use the expression, ‘not everyone can be Beyonce,’” Nathan said, “but you can work as Beyonce’s audio engineer. You can work as her publicist. You can work as her stagehand.” It’s a matter of teaching kids about those less talked about careers. Part of the way Dayries hopes to do that is by bringing in professional artists from the community to speak candidly about their careers with students in the class.

law firm donated $2,000 to Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana as part of its annual holiday giving initiative. Second Harvest serves 240 organizations throughout 23 parishes across Louisiana, providing food for more than 260,000 people each year.

Schwann Sumas

pleaded guilty Dec. 12 to embezzling $17,000 in federal funds from grants she was in charge of administrating. According to an investigation by Lee Zurik for WVUE-TV, Sumas pocketed payments that she falsely reported were going to dummy companies at New Orleans Regional Business Park in New Orleans East.

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eanne Nathan, director of the Creative Alliance of New Orleans (CANO), once bought a set of Cutco knives from a teenager selling them door to door to pay for college. She asked him what school he was planning to attend, and his answer surprised her. He said he was going to the Ringling College of Arts and Design, a private arts school in Sarasota, Fla., started by one of the Ringling brothers and specializing in the visual arts. It’s rare, Nathan said, for a kid growing up in New Orleans to learn about niche art schools in other parts of the country. “We have such an unusually high number of creative kids in our schools,” she said. “But I’ll bet they’re not getting information on educational programs that they can seek out to advance their talent.” CANO, which Nathan founded, is a nonprofit organization that helps artists run their businesses by providing support, education and advocacy for the artistic community of New Orleans. With the help of her staff, Nathan launched an online database of arts educational programs and job listings in New Orleans and the metro area. The database now includes opportunities in several other Southern states. But shortly after curating the list for the website, Nathan realized the concept was much broader than the online listings. Why not teach a class in New Orleans public schools to prepare young artists for the realities of the job market? In September 2012, Nathan approached John McDonogh High School, the Esplanade Avenue high school recently taken over by national charter organization Future Is Now. The school agreed to give CANO two classrooms to pilot the program, which they dubbed “Creative Futures,” and students started dropping by for informal workshops during their free periods. “We had this room that was sort of like a clubhouse, in a way,” Nathan said. “And it was a place where the kids could come on their lunch hour and work with us. So we started showing them the database as it was being developed.” Myles Scott, a junior at John McDonogh, said he joined Creative Futures last fall to try out something new. He wasn’t sure which of the arts interested him, but when a graphic artist came to class to talk about the icons he designs for video games, it struck a chord. “I just play games a lot,” he said. “I wanted to know how to make them, how they write them and that kind of stuff.” Scott is young — 16 — but the idea of designing video games helped him see a potential career path. He knows that to create the stories for games, for example, he’ll need to learn how to write. If he wants to go into design, he’ll need to learn to draw and develop code. “(Gaming) is not a very big market out here,” Scott said. “It’s mostly music, but I could probably bring it up. I’m interested in all of it. Drawing, game writing, story writing and editing.” Nathan hired Danielle Dayries, a career consultant, to lead the workshop, which became an official enrichment class a year later. Dayries designed a curriculum that focuses on “exposing kids to things that fall under the career cluster called art, so that they realize that in the city of New Orleans, there

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Allen Lefort, a student in Creative Futures, holds up paintings he displayed at CANO’s art show last year. P H OTO C O U RT E S Y A L P H O N S E S MI T H

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Though the program’s database extends as far as Alabama and Texas, one main goal of Creative Futures is to keep young artists in New Orleans with the skills they need to manage their businesses and market themselves. Dayries wants kids to realize that they don’t need to move to Los Angeles or New York to pursue their passions. Last week, John McDonogh announced it would close in May and its students would move to other schools, but Nathan is confident Creative Futures will find a way to continue operating its class. The idea was always to expand to more high schools around the city, and CANO already is working with eight schools on a separate arts education project, solidifying relationships for future collaboration. “We’re hoping to be a bright spot for kids having to go through a lot with these changes,” Nathan said. “We have already been in discussion with other schools. We will relocate for next term.” Alphonse Smith, director of Creative Futures, said a major push for the upcoming semester will be matching students like Scott with local businesses that can help them experience exactly what working in a particular industry entails. Smith said he plans to reach out to the national gaming company GameLoft, which opened a studio in New Orleans in 2011, to discuss potential internships for students. Creative Futures also has added a sound and film component to its programming for the upcoming semester

in an effort to cater to two of the city’s most lucrative artistic industries. “With the film industry in this city, too many of those jobs are being filled by outsiders because our population doesn’t have the educational training,” Nathan said. “When we start building our own local base of those jobs, then we’re not subject to the whims of whoever’s got the best tax credit in the country.” Nathan hosts a radio show each week on WBOK-FM called Crosstown Conversations. This semester, students in Creative Futures will produce an episode of the show each month. A student in the master of fine arts program at the University of New Orleans (UNO) is lined up to teach a film class. Reaching out to universities is another important element of the course, Smith said. “We know that every student has a choice whether they are going to go to college or not,” he said. “That’s something that we always need to keep in mind. This semester we plan to interface the kids with college mentors. … We’ve approached Loyola University, UNO and Xavier University. They’ve all expressed an interest in helping us out. Not only are they getting some professional insight, they’re also going to be working with students closer to their age who can give them a realistic idea of what college is about.” Another crucial part of the course: financial literacy. “A lot of our artists and performers here did not have the professional background to function professionally, in a business context,” Nathan said of pre-Hurricane Katrina New Orleans. Creative Futures hosted an art show for its students last year, and each student was required to open a bank account before getting a check for the paintings sold. Last year, Regions Bank, which has helped fund Creative Futures, brought in one of its top bankers to teach the rudiments of maintaining bank accounts. Those classes will return this semester. “We really thought that might not be the most intriguing thing for them,” Nathan said. “They ate it up.” For Scott, the fact that anyone can make money in the creative fields was a surprise. Even if he doesn’t go into gaming, he said he is excited to learn he can make a living pursuing something that interests him. “Once I got in there I realized that you can really do this,” he said. “Any new stuff I’d be down to learn.”

SCUTTLEBUTT Quote of the week

“I continue to be opposed to legalization of marijuana. When it comes to medical marijuana … if there is a legitimate medical need, I’d certainly be open to making it available under very strict supervision for patients that would benefit from that.” — Gov. Bobby Jindal, after a state legislative committee held hearings last week to discuss the idea of loosening restrictions on medical marijuana.

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No pottys, no roping, no ladders on the curb

After a year of discussion and a month of revisions, the New Orleans City Council met little opposition Jan. 23 to a series of changes to crowd behavior during Carnival parades — including a 6-foot setback for viewing ladders and a prohibition on roping off the neutral ground or placing portable toilets on public property. The final changes to the laws passed by the City Council include: All ladders must be placed 6 feet from the curb. (Previously, ladders had to be set as far back as they were tall, a varying standard said to be difficult to enforce.) No areas of neutral grounds or other public property can be roped off or obstructed by any other means. No parking is allowed on either side of St. Charles or Napoleon avenues during parades. No private portable toilets can be placed on public property; fines are applicable to the toilet-rental companies. Snap pops no longer can be sold because they are described as a distraction to police officers tasked with looking for guns on the parade route. The City Council worked on the ordinances for nine months with first responders, residents, Carnival krewes and the Mardi Gras advisory council, according to District B City Councilwoman LaToya Cantrell. — Robert Morris | Uptown Messenger

Weed whacking

Jindal OK with medical pot; bill proposes decriminalization

Louisiana lawmakers have begun to consider decriminalizing simple pot possession, but it’s unclear what may come of any such proposal when lawmakers convene for the 2014 legislative session on March 10. On Jan. 22, Gov. Bobby Jindal told reporters at Pennington Biomedical Research Center that he would be open to supporting medical marijuana use “if there is a legitimate medical need” and under “very strict supervision.” The comments followed a Jan. 21 meeting of the Louisiana House Committee on the Administration of Criminal Justice, which heard testimonies from doctors, civil rights advocates and law enforcement officials about “the feasibility and effectiveness of legalizing marijuana possession and use.” State Rep. Austin Badon, D-New Orleans, has pre-filed House Bill 14, which

NEWS VIEWS would significantly decrease penalties for simple marijuana possession. According to Badon and the state Department of Corrections, the state admits 400 first and second offenders a year with an average sentence length of one and a half years. Badon says the state could save millions of dollars by keeping those offenders out of prisons. State Sen. J.P. Morrell, D-New Orleans, introduced a similar bill (with Badon’s support) last year, but it died on the Senate floor. The law enforcement community remains the biggest opponent lawmakers face in getting pot on the legislative radar. At the Jan. 22 committee meeting, Caddo Parish District Attorney Charles Scott warned the committee to “think long and hard about these laws.” Marjorie Esman, director of the ACLU Louisiana, urged lawmakers to consider decriminalization. Referring to data from the state Department of Corrections, Esman said more than 1,300 people in Louisiana serve jail time for simple marijuana possession. The average sentence is eight years but 10 people are serving life sentences, she said. Nearly 80 percent of offenders are black — a disproportionate figure, she said, as only 30 percent of the state is black. — ALEX WOODWARD

Train spotting

Guidry vows to derail freight rerouting

It was standing room only Jan. 23 at a meeting of the Coalition United Against the Middle Belt, a group opposed to rerouting freight trains through Hollygrove and Mid-City from their current path through Old Metairie. The New Orleans Rail Gateway is the fourth largest in the country and services the Port of New Orleans and the Port of Southeast Louisiana. Chris Gesing, a project leader with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), said the gateway is riddled with deficiencies. He could not say, however, why a reroute through Hollygrove and Mid-City was necessary to address the gateway’s antiquated infrastructure. “There are a number of different projects that are part of the overall project that have nothing to do with the back belt or the middle belt,” said District A New Orleans City Councilwoman Susan Guidry. “They’re just improvements that the railroads need to make in their system. So some of these improvements have nothing to do with whether we put the trains on the back belt, where it is now, or move it to the middle belt, which [runs past] Hollygrove and Mid-City.” Passenger trains travel the Hollygrove and Mid-City route, but residents are concerned freight trains carrying hazardous materials would pose health threats to their communities. A decision on the reroute is expected by 2015, but Guidry assured the crowd of about 300 people: “We will not agree to this. You can rest on that.” — JEANIE RIESS

COMMENTARY

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Election endorsements ew Orleans voters go to the polls Saturday, Feb. 1, to choose a mayor, sheriff, coroner, clerk of Criminal District Court and six City Council members. Collectively, the winners of those elections will chart the course for New Orleans for the next four years and potentially determine the quality of life in our city for years after that. New Orleans has come a long way since Hurricane Katrina, but we still have a long way to go. Herewith are recommendations for the mayor and the parochial offices that are on the ballot this week. Our recommendations for City Council follow on p. 12.

Mayor: Mitch Landrieu

Last week, we recommended Mitch Landrieu for a second term as mayor. Landrieu has proved that he knows how to lead and unite our city. He has stabilized the city budget — which faced a $100 million deficit when he took office — and he launched city programs that helped

operations back on track — because none of the current candidates for the job offers any real hope of cleaning up this office.

Coroner: Dr. Vincent Culotta

The coroner’s office has been the redheaded stepchild of the local criminal justice system for years, chiefly because veteran Coroner Dr. Frank Minyard failed to advocate for improvements more aggressively. What the office needs is new direction and new leadership as it prepares to move into brand-new facilities. We believe Dr. Vincent Culotta, a physician who has served as a leader in the Louisiana State Medical Society, is best suited for the job. Culotta has extensive experience lobbying the state Legislature for the medical profession, and there’s no question that help from Baton Rouge will be critical to the office’s recovery. He also holds a degree in health services administration, which will

Our city has come a long way since Hurricane Katrina, but we still have a long way to go.

Sheriff: No endorsement

We recognize that voters must make a choice for this very important office, but we cannot lend our name to any of the candidates seeking the sheriff’s job. The incumbent, Marlin Gusman, has mismanaged the office to the point that it seems beyond repair. His predecessor, Charles Foti, created an unwieldy empire when he was sheriff — and Foti’s operation was even more opaque than Gusman’s. The third candidate, school board member Ira Thomas, fails to convince us that he is up to the task. Given this field of candidates, and given the criminal justice crisis that the city’s poorly run jail only exacerbates, we repeat what we said months ago, when the jail was the subject of litigation in federal court: U.S. District Judge Lance Africk should appoint a receiver to right this ship and get its finances as well as its

help him improve the office’s operations. He pledges to hire the best pathologists available and increase the office’s vital role in improving local mental health services. Both of those initiatives will help restore public confidence in the office.

Clerk of Criminal Court: Arthur Morrell

The clerk’s office at Criminal District Court, like the coroner’s office, suffers from a dire lack of funding — but in this case it’s not the fault of the current office holder. In fact, Criminal Court Clerk Arthur Morrell has sued the mayor — and won — to get more funding. We think Morrell has done a good job with very limited resources, and we recommend him for another term. Among other improvements, he has bought new computers for the office and is working with the district attorney and the sheriff to improve inter-office communications by synching the offices’ IT systems. The clerk is also the city’s chief elections officer, and Morrell has vastly improved this aspect of the office over the shoddy record of his predecessor. Whether you agree with our recommendations or not, it’s critically important that all New Orleans voters who haven’t already cast ballots during early voting go to the polls on Saturday.

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reduce New Orleans’ murder rate by 20 percent in 2013. He also kept his promise to tear down 10,000 blighted properties, which set a new standard for attacking blight. Overall, he has represented New Orleans exceedingly well to the nation and to the world. We have great respect for the mayor’s opponent, former Judge Michael Bagneris, but when things are going well it makes no sense to change leaders. Landrieu deserves a second term to continue leading New Orleans past recovery and toward a brighter future.

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e continue our look at this Saturday’s citywide elections by presenting our recommendations for City Council. On Saturday, voters will choose six of the council’s seven members. One incumbent, District B Councilwoman LaToya Cantrell, was automatically re-elected when no one qualified to run against her. Meanwhile, we remind readers that this year, at-large council candidates must run separately, not all together as in the past. At-large council candidates have thus declared themselves for either the Division 1 or the Division 2 seat. In the past, all at-large candidates ran for both seats, which often created confusion. Herewith our recommendations:

At-Large, Division 1: Stacy Head

Since stepping into the at-large seat 18 months ago, Head hasn’t lost any of her trademark energy and knack for constituent services — and she has learned to temper her bluntness without losing her reputation as a straight shooter. Head was largely responsible not only for redeveloping the Freret and O.C. Haley corridors, but also for making sure they serve the neighborhoods around them by including local businesses. She wants to spread that approach to other areas, particularly the I-10 corridor in New Orleans East. Some see Head as a counterbalance to Mayor Mitch Landrieu, and it’s no secret that she and the mayor have had some disagreements. Overall, they have agreed more than they have disagreed — and they agree on the major reforms that have moved New Orleans forward. Where they have disagreed, we think Head has filled an important role on the council as a co-equal branch of government. She asks the right questions and gets real results. We recommend Stacy Head for re-election.

At-Large, Division 2: Cynthia Hedge-Morrell

At-large council members take turns presiding at council meetings as president and vice-president. The council president also appoints her colleagues to the council’s various committees, where much of the council’s work gets done. As the senior member of the current council — and the only member who served during Hurricane Katrina — Hedge-Morrell brings an unmatched depth and breadth of experience to the job. Before winning a seat on the council from District D, where she served two terms, Hedge-Morrell was a successful public school principal.

She understands public policy as well as anyone at City Hall, and she knows how to work with the administration and her council colleagues to get things done. Above all, she is unafraid to tackle tough, controversial issues that require real leadership to get resolved. She showed that kind of strength in pushing to demolish and redevelop the St. Bernard Housing Development, now the site of Columbia Parc. We recommend Cynthia Hedge-Morrell for the Division 2 at-large council seat.

Council District A: Susan Guidry

District A includes parts of Uptown, Mid-City, Carrollton and Lakeview. Incumbent Susan Guidry, an attorney, chairs two of the council’s most impor-

This year atlarge council candidates must run separately, not all together as in the past. tant committees: criminal justice and government affairs. As criminal justice chairwoman, Guidry sponsored ordinances to free courts of having to deal with first-time marijuana possession and prostitution cases without reducing penalties. She also consistently scrutinized the budgets of the sheriff and others in the criminal justice system to make sure city funds are properly spent — and she has been a stickler on the city budget overall. The council needs that. The Governmental Affairs Committee vets key reform measures that have helped restore public confidence in City Hall and the direction in which New Orleans is moving, and Guidry can rightly take credit for strengthening local reform ordinances. She also is leading an effort to create the Lafitte Greenway, a 3.1-mile park that will run from the edge of the French Quarter to Bayou St. John. We recommend Susan Guidry for a second term from Council District A.

Council District C: Jackie Clarkson

In many ways, District C is the council’s most diverse district. It includes all

thinking out loud of Algiers and the French Quarter, and parts of Treme, Faubourg Marigny and Bywater. It has the city’s oldest neighborhoods and some of its newest, some that are bouncing back and some still struggling to rebound. At-large Councilwoman Jackie Clarkson is a well-known quantity on both sides of the river, having launched her political career by winning the District C seat 20 years ago. A veteran Realtor, Clarkson brings to the council a special knowledge of real estate and land use matters. She also served a term in the state Legislature, giving her a broad perspective of the regional political landscape. Above all, Clarkson is a tireless public servant who has shown a deep and abiding love of our city’s culture, a sincere interest in addressing its many needs and a knack for working with people to get things done. We recommend Jackie Clarkson for District C.

Council District D: Jared Brossett

Council District E: James Gray

District E includes the two areas that remain hardest hit more than eight years after Hurricane Katrina — most of eastern New Orleans and all of the Lower 9th Ward. Gray, an attorney, was only recently elected to the council from District E after former Councilman Jon Johnson resigned amid a public corruption scandal. In the short time that Gray has served on the council, he has brought a fearless brand of leadership on key issues, including a push to get some economic development in his district. The new hospital, the new Walmart, the new state Office of Motor Vehicles center, the reopening of Joe Brown Park and other projects are all open or soon to open thanks to his efforts. Gray also is unafraid to stand up for those who feel left out of the recovery or, like taxi drivers, who feel run over by reform efforts. If he is given the chance to serve a full term, we are confident he can do even more to help his district recover. We recommend James Gray for District E.

Gambit endorsements MAYOR ................................................................ Mitch Landrieu SHERIFF ..........................................................No Endorsement CORONER....................................................Dr. Vincent Culotta CLERK, CRIMINAL COURT ..............................Arthur Morrell COUNCIL AT-LARGE, DIV. 1 ..................................Stacy Head COUNCIL AT-LARGE, DIV. 2 .........Cynthia Hedge-Morrell COUNCIL DISTRICT A .........................................Susan Guidry COUNCIL DISTRICT C.....................................Jackie Clarkson COUNCIL DISTRICT D ......................................Jared Brossett COUNCIL DISTRICT E .............................................James Gray

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While we are recommending the reelection of incumbents in other races, District D affords New Orleans the chance to put some young blood on the City Council. That’s just one reason why we endorse state Rep. Jared Brossett. His state House district already includes major parts of District D, which covers Gentilly, most lakefront neighborhoods, Pontchartrain Park and parts of New Orleans East. Brossett would bring a wide variety of governmental experience to the council. A native and lifelong resident of District D, he got his start as an aide to former Councilman Marlin

Gusman and later served as chief of staff to current District D Councilwoman Cynthia Hedge-Morrell before winning his legislative seat. As a state lawmaker, he was chairman of the Joint Committee on Hurricane Recovery, and in that capacity he held bureaucrats accountable for making sure recovery dollars reached the areas that needed them most. We recommend state Rep. Jared Brossett for District D.

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CLANCY DUBOS

POLITICS

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Closure he fact that former Mayor Ray Nagin goes to trial on federal corruption charges the same week that New Orleans voters go to the polls to elect a mayor, a sheriff and City Council members reminds me of the memorable words of Michael Corleone near the end of The Godfather: “Today I settled all family business.” This week, New Orleans will settle a lot of its family business: • A jury of 12 men and women from across southeast Louisiana will be chosen to decide whether Nagin took bribes in exchange for awarding post-Hurricane Katrina recovery contracts to crooked “businessmen” — several of whom will testify against the former mayor after having pleaded guilty to similar charges. • New Orleans voters will decide if Mitch Landrieu’s accomplishments in his first term as mayor outweigh his stylistic shortcomings (read: he can be a real SOB sometimes) — or if the city’s political Old Guard (namely, the black political

Landrieu’s father, Moon Landrieu, and made him New Orleans’ first post-Voting Rights Act mayor. As mayor, Moon Landrieu opened City Hall to black New Orleanians by giving good jobs in his administration to many of the leaders of those political groups, thereby giving them a real foothold not only at City Hall but also across the city’s political landscape. Now, 44 years later, those same organizations hope to regain their lost power by toppling Moon Landrieu’s son from the mayor’s chair. It’s doubly ironic that it was Nagin’s election in 2002 that put the final (or so we thought) nail in the organizations’ political coffin. Nagin won the mayor’s race that year without any of the groups’ support in the primary. (One group, BOLD, endorsed Nagin in the runoff, when his election was all but assured — and yet Nagin’s first political move after winning the election was to cut loose one of BOLD’s leaders, former Council-

Nagin goes to trial the same week Landrieu hopes to solidify his hold on city politics. man Jim Singleton.) Now Nagin appears to be headed for the pokey while the organizations are poised to make one last run at City Hall. It’s interesting but not necessarily ironic to recall that the black political organizations’ political stock in trade during their heyday was elevating African-American turnout by appealing to black racial and political unity on behalf of anointed candidates. In the current race for mayor, Bagneris has declined to use race-based appeals; his message is all about substantive differences with Landrieu over policies and alleged failures of the current administration. Those who know Bagneris well aren’t surprised at that. As a judge, he has a well-deserved reputation for fairness, level-headedness and integrity. If he pulls off an upset and beats Landrieu, his victory will say as much about his appeal (and his abilities) as a candidate as about the Old Guard’s ability to pull off one last coup. No matter what the outcomes of the hottest elections this Saturday — and of Nagin’s trial — the coming week (or two) will bring closure on several fronts … and settle all manner of New Orleans family business.

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organizations that Nagin derisively called “the alphabet soup”) will once again flex its long-lost electoral muscle. • Those same voters will decide whether to return Sheriff Marlin Gusman to office so that he can continue to preside over America’s worst jail — or replace him with former Sheriff Charles Foti Jr., the man who turned the city jail into a sprawling political empire and, in the process, set the stage for Gusman’s spectacular failure. (Talk about a Morton’s Fork.) Ironies abound here. Let’s start with the fact that Nagin goes to trial the same week Landrieu hopes to solidify his hold on city politics — and let’s not forget that Nagin beat Landrieu in the racially polarized election of 2006, the first after Katrina. Assuming the feds’ case against Nagin is as airtight as their 21-count indictment against him appears to be, and assuming Landrieu’s encouraging poll numbers hold up on Election Day, Landrieu could have the last laugh. Then there’s the fact that the black political organizations that have lined up behind Landrieu’s current opponent, former Civil District Court Judge Michael Bagneris, first came to prominence in 1969 — when they lined up behind

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Where is Gert Town and why is it named that?

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Gert Town was named after Alfred Gehrke, who in 1893 bought a general store at the corner of South Carrollton Avenue and Colapissa Street. His store

The “castle” on Irish Bayou is the fruition of a builder’s desire to depart from rectangular structures. P H O T O B Y K A N D A C E P O W ER G R AV E S

became a popular neighborhood hangout, and he later purchased much of the property adjacent to the business. Eventually, the area became synonymous with Gehrke and over the years, the pronunciation gradually morphed into “Gert.” The area originally was part of Jeanne de McCarty’s plantation, part of which was sold in 1833 to the New Orleans Canal and Banking Company for an extension of the New Basin Canal. Officially, Gert Town encompasses a small part of the Hollygrove neighborhood. The current location of Xavier University, built in 1933, is within these boundaries. The boundaries zigzag a little but roughly go from Pontchartrain Expressway to Earhart/Martin Luther King Jr. boulevards and from South Broad to Joliet Street. Statistics from the Greater New Orleans Community Data Center show that the population of Gert Town decreased by about 1,100 people between 2000 and 2010. The neighborhood has suffered crime, poverty — and health problems caused by the now-defunct pesticide producer Thompson-Hayward Chemical Co., which in 1996 was ordered to pay a settlement to help Gert Town recover. The city has made some efforts to rebuild Gert Town, including opening the Norwood Thompson Playground and announcing plans last year to build a new pool and relocate the 2nd District police station to the neighborhood.

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There once was a Louisiana builder named Simon Villemarette, who said he was tired of building rectangular structures. When he had the chance to rebuild his fishing camp after a fire destroyed it, he wanted something unique. In 1981, Villemarette built “La Chateau Villemarette” in the Irish Bayou subdivision. This is the small white castle nestled along Highway 11 that is visible from Interstate 10 East. The structure is also called “Fisherman’s Castle.” Villemarette’s chateau has 942 square feet of living space with two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms and a kitchen at the base of the turret. At the top of the turret, one can enjoy panoramic views of Irish Bayou and New Orleans’ skyline. It was a regal retreat for Villemarette and his wife, whose home was in Arabi. Villemarette told the Associated Press, “Every bit of construction, every beam, every piece of molding from bottom to top is done as best as I know how to do it, and I’m doing it all myself.” There are steel cables throughout the structure, extending from the roof to the concrete base, and pilings. The structure was so well-built, it survived Hurricanes Katrina and Isaac, though it does need some repairs. Villemarette hoped the castle would attract tourists visiting the 1984 World’s Fair in New Orleans. He publicized the chateau by making souvenirs, including doubloons with an image of the castle on one side and he and his wife on the other. Tourists didn’t flock to the castle, however, and Villemarette sold it. Ownership has changed over the years. Charles Kuhl purchased the castle in 1995 and is the current owner. He says he is seeking contractors who can refurbish the castle and plans to possibly convert it to a bed and breakfast.

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Bennachin

8 Block Kitchen & Bar

1212 Royal St., (504) 522-1230; www.bennachinrestaurant.com This casual restaurant offers an array of West African dishes. Cope ni cone features chicken and broccoli seasoned with ginger and garlic, served with fried plantains, coconut rice and sauteed spinach. The makondo yogurt dessert features fried plantains in sweet yogurt sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Abyssinia

winter restaurant guide PHOTOS BY CHERYL GERBER

here’s always something new to eat in New Orleans, from artisanal donuts and sliders to original sandwiches and pizzas to pho at new Vietnamese cafes to vegan fare. Gambit’s winter restaurant guide is arranged by cuisine type and there’s everything from Creole institutions and seafood houses to barbecue joints, diners and taquerias. The restaurant guide includes information about menu items, hours of operation, reservation policies and more. A directory of restaurants included in the guide is on page 89. Enjoy!

African .................................... 19 America.................................. 19 Bar & Grill.............................22 Barbecue..............................26 Brewpub...............................28 Burgers .................................28 Cafe .........................................29 Cajun ......................................36 Caribbean/Cuban ............39 Chinese .................................39 Coffee & Dessert............39 Contemporary ..................40 Creole ......................................42 Deli ............................................47 Diner........................................ 49 Fondue .................................. 49 French....................................50 German ...................................51 Greek ........................................51 Indian/Pakistani ................51 Irish............................................51 Italian .......................................51 Japanese/Sushi ...............58 Juice Bar................................ 61 Korean .................................... 61 Latin American.................. 61 Louisiana Contemporary ..................62

Mother Land Cafe

Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern .................69 Mexican/ Southwestern ..................69 Music and Food .................71 Neighborhood ....................73 Pan-Asian..............................74 Pizza ........................................75 Sandwiches & Po-boys .............................76 Seafood...................................81 Steakhouse ........................85 Tapas/Spanish ...................87 Thai ...........................................87 Vietnamese .........................87 Directory ..............................89

PRICES Dollar signs indicate the price of a dinner entree. $ = $1-$10 $$ = $11-$20 $$$ = $20 and up

1700 N. Galvez St., (504) 342-2996 This unassuming cafe’s West African cuisine focuses on the dishes of Gambia and Senegal. Thiebou guinar features lamb, chicken, fish or beef served with sauteed spinach, tomato, sweet peppers, cucumber and sauce. Foufou is palm grain stew served with mashed plantains. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Nile Ethiopian Restaurant

American Sports Saloon 1200 Decatur St., (504) 3001782; www.facebook.com/ americansportsaloon This sports bar’s kitchen serves brisket and pulledpork sliders, chicken wings with Buffalo or garlic-cilantro-lime sauce and more. The breakfast menu includes chicken-fried steak served with two eggs, hash browns and toast. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Bayou Hot Wings

6221 S. Claiborne Ave., Suite 104, (504) 865-9464; www.bayouhotwings.com Louisiana gator bites and frog legs are specialties. Order them with one of more than 10 dipping sauces such as Buffalo or smoked jalapeno. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

The American Sector

The National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 528-1940; www.nationalww2museum.org/ american-sector The Perfect Pig po-boy features locally sourced pork shoulder, belly and ham and is dressed with pickled vegetables, herbs and spicy mayonnaise. The American burger features an 8-ounce beef patty, Benton’s bacon, Texas sweet onion rings and pepper Jack cheese. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

2130 Magazine St., (504) 281-0859; www.nileneworleans.com Artz Bagelz 3138 Magazine St., (504) 309The vegetable combination 7557; www.artzbagelz.com features small portions of atArtz bakes a variety of bagels akilt (a cabbage dish), gomen in house, including sesame, (collard greens), kik wot (red everything, lentils) and misir pumpernickel, wot (spicy lentils) (spicy lentils) jalapeno and on injera flatbread. Asiago cheese. on injera Yebeg key wot is The Downtown flatbread lamb stew cooked sandwich with spicy Ethiopian comes with berbere sauce and turkey, bacon, Swiss cheese, served with salad avocado, sprouts, lettuce, on injera flatbread. tomato and mayonnaise on Reservations recommended. your choice of bagel, and is Lunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. served with a choice of chips, potato salad or coleslaw. No Credit cards. $$

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3511 Magazine St., (504) 894-6238; www.facebook.com/pages/ cafe-abyssinia This Ethiopian restaurant serves a variety of wots (stews), curries and tibs, dishes of sauteed meats or vegetables. Yebeb alicha is diced lamb in mild garlic-ginger curry sauce. The vegetable combo includes spicy red lentils in house-made sauce, split peas cooked in a mild sauce of onion, garlic and ginger, sliced cabbage and carrots in a mild sauce and potato and carrots in curry sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., (504) 561-1234; www.neworleans.hyatt.com The menu includes pasta, soup, seafood, sandwiches, salads and more. Friday and Saturday nights feature a prime rib and seafood buffet. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

winter restaurant guide reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Audubon Clubhouse Cafe

6500 Magazine St., (504) 212-5282; www.auduboninstitute.org Sharable breakfast “baskets” include fried beignet sticks served with powdered sugar and warm syrup. The Newman Reuben features warm corned beef with melted Swiss cheese and red cabbage slaw on toasted marble rye. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Back To The Garden

833 Howard Ave., Suite 100, (504) 299-8792 The char-broiled chicken salad tops greens with chicken, avocado, tomato, carrot and cucumber. The vegetarian tacos fill soft shells with vegetarian chili, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, avocado and sprouts. Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast Mon.-Fri., lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Balcony Bar & Cafe

3201 Magazine St., (504) 8948888; www.facebook.com/ pages/balcony-bar-and-cafe The Balcony burger is dressed with tomato, grilled onions, green peppers, mushrooms, bacon and jalapeno slices. Chicken quesadillas are flour tortillas filled with grilled chicken, cheese, onions, bell peppers and tomato and topped with salsa and sour cream. Delivery available. No reservations. Dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

Bop’s Frozen Custard

2660 Florida St., Suite K, Mandeville. (985) 727-5003; www.bopsfrozencustard.com Bop’s serves burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, sundaes, frozen custard, shakes, malts, floats and more. The Snappy Turtle is a custard sundae topped with hot fudge, caramel, pecans, whipped cream and a cherry. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Buffa’s Lounge

1001 Esplanade Ave., (504) 949-0038; www.buffasrestaurant.com The menu includes chicken wings, salads, deli sandwiches, burgers, pasta dishes, omelets and a few entrees. Bratwurst jambalaya is made with beer-soaked Johnsonville brats. The patty melt combines a ground-beef patty, sauteed onions and Swiss cheese on toasted rye bread. No reservations. Open 24

hours daily. Credit cards. $$

The Buffet At Harrah’s

4 Canal St., (504) 533-6000; www.harrahsneworleans. com/restaurants/the-buffetat-harrahs The buffet features a large selection of Louisiana and American favorites. Regular items include Southern fried chicken, roasted turkey and shrimp and catfish dishes. Friday features a host of seafood specials. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

The Bulldog

3236 Magazine St., (504) 891-1516; 5135 Canal Blvd., (504) 488-4191; www.draftfreak.com The Buffalo chicken sandwich features fried chicken tenders tossed in Moe’s Wing Sauce and served on a cheddar-jalapeno wheat bun with either blue cheese or ranch dressing. King’s nachos are topped with refried beans, cheese, jalapenos, sour cream, pico de gallo and guacamole. Magazine Street: no reservations; Canal Boulevard: reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Caddyshack Cafe & Bar

hollandaise and serves it with grits or hash-brown casserole. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Dat Dog

3336 Magazine St., (504) 3242226; 5030 Freret St., (504) 8996883; www.datdognola.com Locally made crawfish sausage is served on a sweet sourdough bun with sour cream, crawfish etouffee, diced tomatos, onions and Creole mustard. Cajun-style fries are topped with melted cheddar, bacon bits and ranch dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Cash only. $

The Dough Bowl

1039 Broadway St., (504) 8612200; www.facebook.com/ pages/the-dough-bowl The Supreme pizza is topped with green bell peppers, pepperoni, meatballs, mushrooms and red onion. Barbecue items include pulled pork and brisket served with house-made coleslaw on a brioche bun. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Foghorn’s Chicken Fingers

3613 N. Causeway Blvd., 3217 Ridgelake Drive, Metairie, Metairie, (504) 841-0966; (504) 833-1799; www.facebook. www.foghornschicken.com com/pages/caddyChicken fingers shack-cafe-bar are hand-batShrimp-stuffed shrimp-stuffed tered and peppers are served served in a peppers with a vegetable. box with fries, Grilled chicken breast house sauce is served with and toast. A fried spinach, artichoke, shrimp box meal also includes vegetables and bread. fries, sauce and toast. No No reservations. Lunch Mon.reservations. Breakfast, Fri. Credit cards. $ lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Cafe Luna

802 1/2 Nashville Ave., (504) 333-6833; www.facebook.com/cafeluna504 The Cure salad combines baby spinach, lox, tomatos, cucumbers, purple onions and house-made lemon-caper aioli. The ham and Swiss sandwich features Black Forest ham and melted Swiss on a croissant. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Cheesesteak Bistro

528 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 875-9793; www.thecheesesteakbistro.com The cheese steak features sliced sirloin, grilled onions, peppers and mushrooms and provolone cheese on a soft-seeded French roll. Bistro eggs Benedict tops English muffins or French bread with poached eggs, ham and

Fulton Alley

600 Fulton St., (504) 208-5569; www.fultonalley.com The kitchen at this upscale bowling alley offers refined comfort food. Snack items include deviled eggs, pork cracklings with sweet chili sauce and corn nuts with chili-lime rub. Beef sliders are topped with sweet pickles, onion relish and American cheese. Reservations accepted. Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

G.B.’S Patio Bar & Grill

8117 Maple St., (504) 861-0067 The G.B. burger is an 8-ounce beef patty topped with bacon, cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, barbecue sauce and jalapenos. Steak options include an 8-ounce center cut tenderloin filet and 12-ounce rib-eye. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch

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LUNCH 7 Days a Week 115 Bourbon Street • French Quarter www.redfishgrill.com Sat.-Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $

House Of Blues

Houston’s Restaurant

1755 St. Charles Ave., (504) 5241578; 4241 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 889-2301; www.hillstone.com Oysters St. Charles features fried oysters on a bed of creamed spinach with aioli and hot sauce. The shrimp Louie salad combines jumbo poached shrimp, avocado, teardrop tomatos and herbs over a lettuce wedge. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Huh! A Restaurant & Bar 3401 N. Hullen St., Metairie, (504) 229-2484; www.huhrestaurant.com The 12-course tasting menu features bacon in every course. King cake crepes are available in plain and filled varieties, topped with purple, green and gold sugar and

Indulge Island Grill

845 Carondelet St., (504) 609-2240; www.indulgeislandgrill.com Fish tacos are three soft tortillas filled with blackened white fish with mango-jalapeno coleslaw, avocado, cilantro and lime with black beans on the side. Crawfish flatbread is topped with crawfish cream sauce, peppered bacon, feta and shredded cheeses, tomatos and spinach. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Jims

3000 Royal St., (504) 304-8224; www.facebook.com/eatatjims The grilled Reuben includes corned beef, pastrami, Swiss and provolone cheeses, sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing on seeded rye. The grouper sandwich is a filet served dressed on a kaiser or rustic roll. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Katie’s Restaurant & Bar

3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity.com Fried beignets are filled with crawfish, jalapeno, onions and three types of cheese and

Cafe B serves scallops, shrimp and creative Creole dishes.

topped with jalapeno aioli. The Boudreaux pizza is topped with cochon de lait, red onions, spinach, scallions and garlic butter-cream reduction. No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Lager’s International Ale House

3501 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 887-9923; www.draftfreak.com The grilled mahi mahi sandwich is dressed to order and served with waffle fries. The California chicken sandwich features grilled chicken, applewood-smoked bacon and guacamole on a toasted cheddar-jalapeno bun. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Lakeview Harbor

911 Harrison Ave., (504) 4864887; www.neworleansbestburger.com Get an 8-ounce burger topped with mushrooms, bacon and cheese and served with a baked potato. The spicy burger combines 4 ounces of ground beef and 4 ounces of hot

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225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues.com Voodoo shrimp features jumbo shrimp simmered in amber beer reduction and served on top of jalapeno cornbread. St. Louis ribs, available by the full or half rack, are rubbed with adobo spice, slow cooked and served with tomato barbecue sauce, barbecue baked beans and coleslaw. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

icing. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Legacy Kitchen

759 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 3095231; www.legacykitchen.com The Tuna Tango salad features seared tuna over greens with avocado, mango, macadamia nuts, wonton crisps and ginger-lime dressing. The chicken and waffles combination includes fried chicken, a bacon-studded waffle, honey butter and pepper jelly maple syrup. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Mardi Gras Zone

2706 Royal St., (504) 9478787; www.mardigraszonesupermarket.net Wood-fired pizzas include the Eden vegan pie topped with avocado, zucchini, spinach, green bell pepper, shiitake mushrooms, fresh basil, Daiya vegan cheese and basil pesto. The deli counter offers chicken salad made with green onions, mayonnaise, sweet relish and eggs. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

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The Munch Factory

6325 Elysian Fields Ave., (504) 324-5372; www.themunchfactory.net Whole and half racks of barbecued ribs come with spaghetti salad and “Elysian peels” potato skins. Specials include dishes such as roasted pork loin with black-eyed peas, cabbage and honey butter cornbread. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$

New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood Co.

Citywide; www.nohsc.com The catfish plate features fried thin-cut catfish, Mardi Gras coleslaw, hushpuppies and garlic-herb fries. The Shrimpzilla is a shrimp po-boy topped with Swiss cheese, roast beef debris gravy and shredded cabbage with Creole mustard sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Piccadilly

Citywide; www.piccadilly.com Southern-style fried chicken is a staple at these cafeterias. Shrimp Diablo is shrimp simmered in spicy

tomato sauce and served over rice. No reservations. Hours vary by location. tuna tango Credit cards. $ salad

Poppy’s Time Out Sports Bar

Spanish Plaza, 500 Port of New Orleans Place, Suite 80, (504) 247-9265; www.poppystimeoutsportsbar.com The Cajun burger is a chargrilled patty seasoned with Cajun spices, topped with cheese and served with Cajun fries. The Slugger is a triple-decker sandwich with layers of turkey, ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheese and pickles on rye bread, served with Cajun fries. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers

Citywide; www.raisingcanes.com The Box includes four fried chicken tenders, tangy Cane’s sauce, french fries, Texas toast and coleslaw. Fresh-squeezed lemonade is served over crushed ice. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Rendon Inn’s Dugout Sports Bar & Grill

4301 Eve St., (504) 826-5605; www.facebook.com/ rendoninn The Boudreaux burger features ground beef, hot sausage, applewood-smoked bacon, cheese, onions and remoulade on a ciabatta bun. The slow-cooked pulled-pork sandwich comes with fries. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Rusty Pelican

500 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 778-0364; www.facebook.com/ pages/rusty-pelican The Girod Street burger is topped with pepper Jack cheese, barbecue sauce and two fried onion rings. Panko-crusted crab cakes are served with remoulade. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

The Soda Shop

National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 528-1940; www. nationalww2museum.org/ American-sector/thesoda-shop Chef John Besh puts a spin on the classic American

soda shop. The hot buttered crab roll is a buttered hot dog bun with jumbo lump crabmeat, ravigote sauce and bibb lettuce. Milkshakes are a staple. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Spudly’s Super Spuds 2609 Harvard Ave., Metairie, (504) 455-3250; www.spudlys.com The Chicken Delight potato features fried chicken, cheese sauce, mozzarella and chives. The Super Duper baked potato is topped with crabmeat, shrimp, crawfish, cheese sauce, shredded cheddar and chives. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

The Store

814 Gravier St., (504) 3222446; www.thestoreneworleans.com The fried shrimp and greens po-boy combines fried shrimp in New Orleans-style barbecue sauce dressed with collard greens. The candied pecan and goat cheese salad features specialty pecans candied in house over spring greens. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Terrazu

Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 129, (504) 287-0877; www.terrazu.net Terrazu serves soups, salads, sandwiches and smoothies. Chicken spinach salad includes sun-dried cranberries, avocado, pecans, blue cheese and house pepper jelly vinaigrette. The brie panino combines turkey, brie, raspberry spread and baby spinach on whole wheat flatbread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.Fri. Credit cards. $

Times Grill

1827 Front St., Slidell, Suite 1, (985) 639-3335; 1896 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 626-1161; www.timesgrill.com Catfish Tchefuncte is a fried fillet topped with creamy crawfish sauce served over seasoned rice. The Gold burger is topped with pepper Jack cheese, hickory barbecue sauce and two onion rings. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Treasure Island Buffet

5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 443-8000; www.treasurechest.com Evening dinner specials include prime rib and steaks, and there are seafood bufSun Ray Grill fets on Friday and Saturday. 619 Pink St., Metairie, (504) Buffet options change daily 837-0055; 1051 Annunciation and incorporate St., (504)-566-0021; Louisiana 2600 Belle Chasse favorites as smoked Hwy, Gretna, (504)as various lemonfish well 391-0053; www. international sunraygrill.com tacos cuisines. No Dueling tomatos reservations. and shrimp feaLunch Mon.-Fri., tures vine-ripened dinner daily, brunch Sat.tomatos and fried Sun. Credit cards. $$ green tomato slices, bacon, avocado “Louie” dressing WOW Cafe and grilled jumbo shrimp. Citywide; Smoked lemonfish tacos www.wowcafe.com are served on corn tortillas Wings are available in with salsa verde, beans and various quantities, and the guacamole. Reservations sampler platter includes accepted. Lunch and dinner 25 wings and five sauces. daily. Credit cards. $$ The Shanghai shrimp poboy features fried shrimp T. Marie’s Kitchen topped with Asian slaw, & Catering cilantro, house ranch and 16 W. Airline Drive, Suite Shanghai sauce. ReservaB, Kenner, (504) 467-8115; tions accepted for large www.tmarieskitchen.com parties. Hours vary by Matt’s barbecue shrimp location. Credit cards. $ po-boy is topped with a Walk-on’s house Worcestershire- and herb-based sauce, remouBistreaux and Bar lade coleslaw and fried 1009 Poydras St., (504) 309pickles. Bayou Boogie pasta 6530; www.walk-ons.com features shrimp, crawfish Pepper Jack shrimp feaand green onion sausage tures six jumbo Louisiana tossed with tri-color rotini shrimp stuffed with Jack in spicy Alfredo sauce. No cheese and fresh jalapeno reservations. Lunch and peppers, wrapped in bacon dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit and char-grilled. Cajundillas cards. $ are quesadillas filled with

chicken, boudin, pepper Jack cheese, grilled onions, andouille and rice. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Zea Rotisserie & Grill

Citywide; www.zearestaurants.com Thai ribs are St. Louis ribs coated in sweet and spicy Thai sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds and Asian herbs. Half a rotisserie chicken is served with garlic-herb sauce, smoky barbecue or sweetand-spicy chili glaze and sides like Thai snap beans or roasted potatoes. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $$

BAR & GRILL 13 Bar & Restaurant

517 Frenchmen St., (504) 9421345; www.13monaghan.com Vegan sesame tofu salad is served on multigrain bread. Chili cheese tater tachos are potato tots covered with cheddar, vegan chili, red onions and sour cream. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

The Alibi

811 Iberville St., (504) 5229187; www.alibineworleans.com Alibi Killer fries top a pound of fries with chili, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, jalapenos, onions, salsa and sour cream. The shrimp plate includes fried jumbo shrimp, fries and toast points. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Attiki Bar and Grill

230 Decatur St., (504) 5873756; www.attikineworleans.com The grilled shrimp kebab is a skewer of jumbo shrimp marinated for 24 hours in olive oil and herbs. Shish kebab features ground meat seasoned with herbs and olive oil. Both are served with two sides. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

The Avenue Pub

1732 St. Charles Ave., (504) 586-9243; www.avenuepub.com This bar is known for its craft beer selection, and the small kitchen serves Pub burgers featuring 6-ounce Angus beef patties served on ciabatta, dressed. French fries are served with garlic bechamel. No reservations. PAGE 24

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Backspace Bar & Kitchen

139 Chartres St., (504) 322-2245; www.backspacenola.com The Whitman combines beef tenderloin tips, fried oysters, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and gravy on ciabatta. The Backspace burger is an “American Kobe” beef patty with brie, bacon and grilled onion on a brioche bun. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Barcadia

601 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 335-1740; www.barcadianeworleans.com The K.G.B. burger is topped with sharp cheddar cheese, praline bacon, a fried egg, lettuce and tomato. Wisconsin cheese curds are topped with onions and served with marinara or jalapeno ranch. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Bayou Beer Garden

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326 N. Jefferson Davis Pkwy., (504) 265-8090; www.bayoubeergarden.com Disco fries are topped with cheese and gravy and smothered in beef debris. Spicy buffalo chicken wings are tossed in tangy sauce. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

The Beach House Bar & Grill

124 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 624-9331; www.thebeachhousemandeville.com Caribbean jerk shrimp tacos are served with french fries and black beans. The Hawaiian burger is topped with teriyaki, Swiss cheese, sliced pineapple and lettuce and served with french fries, potato salad or salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Blind Pelican

1628 St. Charles Ave., (504) 558-9398; www.theblindpelican.com The fried green tomato stack features three lightly battered tomato medallions stacked with lump crabmeat, boiled shrimp and remoulade. Fish tacos top blackened, grilled or fried redfish with red cabbage and cilantro lime sauce. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Borracho

Kajuns Pub, 2256 St. Claude Ave., (504)-267-6108;

www.eatatborracho.com Located in Kajun’s Pub, Borracho offers locally sourced chicken wings marinated in buttermilk and spices, fried and topped with celery and watermelon slaw. Spicy lamb merguez is made with Two Run Farm ground lamb, roasted red peppers and cumin and served with mint chimichurri and preserved lemon tzatziki. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit Cards. $

Bruno’s Tavern

7538 Maple St., (504) 861-7615; www.brunostavern.com Fries are dusted with Creole Wisconsin seasoning and smothcheese ered in roast curds beef debris, pepper Jack and cheddar cheeses and horseradish cream sauce. The one-eyed jack burger is topped with bacon, onion rings, pepper Jack cheese and a fried egg. No reservations. Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Cajun Mike’s Pub

116 Baronne St., (504) 566-0055 The cochon de lait po-boy is dressed with gravy, pickles and lettuce. The gumbo of the day is served with French bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Carousel Bar and Lounge

Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 523-3341; www.hotelmonteleone.com The Yardbird pistolette features chicken with Buffalo sauce on French bread. The Cuban Sammy is a tapas-size dish of braised pork, shaved ham, dill pickles and brown mustard. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Chartres House

601 Chartres St., (504) 586-8383; www.chartreshouse.com A Louisiana catfish fillet is stuffed with crawfish dressing, topped with lemon butter and served with steamed vegetables and Cajun potatoes. The Chartres burger combines a grilled half-pound Angus beef patty, a hot sausage patty, provolone cheese and garlic mayonnaise on a jalapeno-cheddar bun. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Checkered Parrot

132 Royal St., (504) 592-1270; www.checkeredparrot.com Steak or chicken fajitas come

with sauteed onions and green bell peppers, tomato, lettuce and flour tortillas. The shrimp po-boy is dressed with lettuce, tomato and pickles and served with a side dish. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Coop’s Place

1109 Decatur St., (504) 525-9053; www.coopsplace.net Rabbit and sausage jambalaya is kicked up to “supreme” with the addition of shrimp, tasso and crawfish tails. Smoked duck quesadillas are topped with orange sauce and salsa. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Copper Monkey Bar & Grill

725 Conti St., (504) 527-0869; www.coppermonkeygrill.com The peanut butter burger is a half-pound sirloin patty served with french fries. The filet mignon comes with mashed potatoes or fries and house or Caesar salad. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Deja Vu Bar & Grill

400 Dauphine St., (504) 5231931; www.dejavunola.com Creamy sweet potato soup gets spicy heat from chunks of andouille and is served with French bread. Marinated barbecued pork is served on a bun or French bread. Delivery available. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

Dino’s Bar & Grill

1128 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 558-0900; www.dinosnola.com Grilled tuna is served atop a salad of mixed greens dressed with feta vinaigrette. The Philly cheese steak features slices of sirloin and grilled onions and peppers wrapped in a spinach tortilla. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

Down The Hatch

1921 Sophie Wright Place, (504) 522-0909; www.downthehatchnola.com Beef and chicken shawarmas feature meat marinated in vinegar, garlic, Worchestershire sauce and spices and served with homemade couscous and pita. The Asian-Cajun burger is served with blackened tomatos, bacon, jalapenos, pepper Jack cheese, caramelized onions and sweet ginger soy sauce and is served with house-made, thinly sliced onion rings. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

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Fiorella’s Cafe

with lettuce and tomato and served on a sesame bun. Wings, pretzels, potato skins and breaded mozzarella sticks are included in the Play-Action appetizer platter. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $$

Harbor Bar & Grill

3024 17th St., Metairie, (504) 832-4117; www.voodoocatering.net The filet special features an 8-ounce steak, potatoes and string beans. The Harbor burger, served on po-boy bread or a bun, tops a 12-ounce patty with melted cheddar. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

1136 Decatur St., (504) 553-2155 This casual restaurant serves diner favorites and fried chicken cooked to order. Liver and onions are cooked Jigger’s Bar in Abita beer gravy and come with mashed potatoes and and Grill vegetables. Deliv1645 Veterans Memorial Blvd., ery available. Metairie, (504) 828-3555 Reservations hog The Hog Heaven sandaccepted. wich includes Patton’s heaven Lunch and dinhot sausage, pulled pork, sandwich ner daily, latebacon, honey mustard night Fri.-Sun. and grilled onions and Credit cards. $$ comes with fries. The muffuletta pizza comFox and Hound bines Genoa salami, Italian 1200 S. Clearview Pkwy., ham, olive salad and provolone Harahan, (504) 731-6000; and mozzarella cheeses. No www.foxandhound.com reservations. Lunch, dinner The Hot Fox is a hand-batand late-night daily. Credit tered chicken breast tossed in Buffalo sauce, dressed cards. $

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Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant

701 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 523-8995; www.lucysretiredsurfers.com Todos Santos fish tacos feature fried or grilled mahi mahi in flour or corn tortillas topped with shredded cabbage and avocado relish. They come with a side of Lucy’s shrimp sauce, rice and beans. The Fiesta burger is an 8-ounce patty between crispy tortillas with melted cheese, jalapenos, pico de gallo and shredded lettuce. It’s served with salad, fries or sweet potato fries. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $

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4330 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-9582 The Jazz burger is a ground beef and hot sausage patty topped with barbecue sauce and cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. The fried chicken club includes a 6-ounce fried chicken breast, American or Swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo on three pieces of toasted white bread. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

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O’Henry’s Food & Spirits

patty served on a Leidenheimer bun. Golden-fried crab balls are served with house dipping sauce. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

634 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 8669741; 8859 Veterans Memorial Rivershack Tavern Blvd., Metairie, (504) 461-9840; 3449 River Road, Jefferson, www.ohenrys.com (504) 834-4938; www.theriverThe grilled alligator sausage shacktavern.com po-boy is served on Dong “Fwench fwied Phuong French bread fwog legs” are grilled and dressed with mayo, tossed in lemon lettuce, tomato and pickgarlic brown butalligator les. Catfish Lafitte is a ter and served sausage fried catfish fillet topped with baby French with sauteed crawfish beans “pecandine” tails and Monica cream and sticky rice. The Shank-You sauce and served burger includes an 8-ounce with red beans and jambalaya. beef patty and a hot sausage Reservations accepted for large patty and is served with fries. parties. Lunch, dinner and lateNo reservations. Lunch and night daily. Credit cards. $$ dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Oscar’s Restaurant & Bar

2027 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 831-9540 The house burger features a hand-formed half-pound patty and comes with a stuffed baked potato. The meatball po-boy fills French bread with house-made meatballs and red gravy. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner daily, late-night Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Pat O’s Courtyard Restaurant

St. Lawrence

624 Bourbon St., (504) 525-4823; www.patobriens.com Alligator bites are coated in spicy corn flour, deep fried and served with honey-mustard dipping sauce. The Cajun shepherd’s pie features beef debris, carrots, celery, garlic and onions topped with cheddar cheese and mashed potatoes. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Recovery Room Bar and Grill

1715 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson, (504) 309-4975 The Recovery burger features a ground beef and hot sausage

1433 St. Charles Ave., (504) 5239823; www.stcharlestavern.com The corned beef and cheese sandwich is dressed with coleslaw on Italian bread and comes with french fries. The seafood plate features catfish, shrimp, crab cakes and fries. Delivery available. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $ 219 N. Peters St., (504) 525-4111; www.saintlawrencenola.com The oyster bahn mi is filled with fried Gulf oysters, pickled carrot and daikon, Sriracha mayo and jalapeno, and is served with homemade potato chips. The crawfish “lobster roll” is a play on the New England favorite featuring Louisiana crawfish tails and clarified butter on a butter-toasted hot dog bun. Reservations for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Shamrock

4133 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 3010938; www.shamrockparty.com This game emporium’s kitchen

serves burgers such as the half-pound Turbo burger with fries. The 10-ounce Angus ribeye comes with French fries or mashed potatoes. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

with ground beef and topped with garlic mashed potatoes and cheddar cheese. Prime rib dinner is the special on Mondays. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Sidelines Bar & Grill

Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., (504) 613-3740; www. neworleans.hyatt.com The sports bar serves American favorites and sushi. The Vitascope burger is an 8-ounce grass-fed beef patty crusted in potato chips and topped with brie and caramelized onions. The volcano roll bundles crabstick, avocado and cucumber and is topped with snow crab, scallops, tempura bits and eel sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Sat. Credit cards. $$

1229 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 831-4002 Spicy chicken wings are served with blue cheese or ranch dressing. The brioche brisket combines smokehouse brisket, pepper Jack cheese, red onions, pickles and barbecue sauce on a warm brioche bun. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Stepbrothers Bar & Grill

4971 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 889-9856 Stepbrother’s chicken wings can be ordered mild, medium or spicy with ranch or blue cheese dressing. The Super Club sandwich St. Chuck combines duck ham, turkey, bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce and tomato on white or wheat bread. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Tracey’s

2604 Magazine St., (504) 8992054; www.traceysnola.com This tavern serves spicy chicken fajitas with green and red bell peppers, black beans and rice. Soup specials include spinach soup made with red and green bell peppers and fresh spinach. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Vic’s Kangaroo Cafe

636 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 524-4329 This Australian outpost serves a menu of sandwiches and burgers. Shepherd’s pie is filled

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Warehouse Grille

869 Magazine St., (504) 322-2188; www.warehousegrille.com Warehouse oysters are fried oysters tossed with barbecue sauce, bacon, blue cheese and green onions and served with ranch dressing. St. Chuck duck features shredded duck meat, balsamic reduction, cheddar cheese, sauteed onions and currant chutney on toasted sourdough bread. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BARBECUE Abita Bar-B-Q

69399 Hwy. 59, Abita Springs, (985) 892-0205; www.abitabbq.com Dry-rubbed St. Louis ribs are smoked in house with pecan wood and served with the house barbecue sauce. Barbecued half chicken is dry-rubbed and cooked for two hours. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Corky’s Ribs & Bar-B-Q

4243 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 887-5000; www.corkysbarbq.com Pulled pork shoulder is slowsmoked for 12 to 14 hours and topped with Corky’s special sauce. Memphis-style ribs come wet (slathered in barbecue sauce), dry (rubbed with Corky’s dry shake) or both. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Hillbilly Bar-B-Q

2317 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 738-1508; www.hillbillybbq.com House-made alligator sausage, boudin and dry-rubbed pork spare ribs are smoked with Kentucky hickory wood. Loaded baked potatoes can be topped with pork, beef, chicken or Hillbilly chili and cheese. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

The Joint

701 Mazant St., (504) 949-3232; www.alwayssmokin.com The Joint offers pork ribs, pulled pork, brisket, chicken and locally made sausages. The brisket plate comes with two housemade sides. Creamy smoked corn grits are combined with seasonal vegetables. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Saucy’s

4200 Magazine St., (504) 301-2755; www.saucysnola.com This barbecue joint offers 3-pound racks of St. Louis ribs with a choice of sauces. The two-meat combo platter is served with one or two sides; meats include pulled pork, beef brisket, ribs, grilled chicken, smoked boudin, chaurice and alligator sausage. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Shane’s Rib Shack

1855 Barataria Blvd., Suite E, Marrero, (504) 341-2226; www.shanesribshack.com The Shack sampler includes a quarter-rack of ribs, two chicken tenders and a choice of either a half-pound of pork or barbecued chicken, plus two sides and Texas toast. Brunswick stew combines barbecued pork, creamed corn, peppers and onions. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Squeal Bar-B-Q

8400 Oak St., (504) 302-7370; www.squeal-nola.com Black-eyed pea egg rolls are stuffed with black-eyed peas, bacon and andouille and served with ranch dipping sauce. Barbecued pork tacos are grilled corn tortillas filled with pulled pork shoulder, horseradish coleslaw, cilantro and chipotle sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Sweet Daddy’s BBQ

420 S. Tyler St., Covington, (985) 898-2166; www.sweetdaddysbarbq.com Pecan-smoked pork comes with a choice of two side items. The two-meat combo platter includes a choice of two sides as well. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Ugly Dog Saloon

401 Andrew Higgins Drive, (504) 569-8459; www.uglydogsaloon.net Ugly Dog serves barbecue, burgers, sandwiches and poboys. Plates of house-smoked pulled pork, beef brisket or baby back ribs come with chips, eggless potato salad, coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, au gratin potatoes, brocolli, chili beans or a baked potato. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon-Sat. Credit cards. $ PAGE 28

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Voodoo BBQ & Grill

Citywide; www.voodoobbq.com Pulled pork is cooked for 14 hours over oak and pecan wood and served with two sides and a piece of garlic-buttered Texas toast. Corn pudding is a cornbread souffle baked with whole sweet corn. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

BREWPUB Abita Brew Pub

72011 Holly St., Abita Springs, (985) 892-5837; www.abitabrewpub.com Fried quail is stuffed with boudin, topped with blueberry glaze, served atop a bed of andouille cornbread stuffing and comes with mashed potatoes and vegetables. The Killer burger is topped with fried onion rings, pepper Jack cheese, spicy house wing sauce, lettuce, tomato and pickles. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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527 Decatur St., (504) 522-0571; www.crescentcitybrewhouse.com Redfish Pontchartrain is topped with a fried soft-shell crab and roasted red pepper crabmeat aioli and served with asparagus. Broiled crabmeat-stuffed shrimp is served with asparagus, fingerling potatoes and beurre blanc sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ 200 Poydras St., (504) 552-2739; www.gordonbiersch.com This brewery crafts German-style beers and offers Carnivale bock as a seasonal special. The menu includes tacos, burgers, sliders, sandwiches, flatbreads, salads, seafood and more. Signature garlic fries often start off a meal. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

BURGERS Bayou Burger

503 Bourbon St., (504) 5294256; www.bayouburger.com The Gator is a house-made alligator burger topped with coleslaw, pickled onions and Tabasco mayonnaise on a brioche bun. Seafood-stuffed mirlitons are filled with shrimp, crabmeat and crawfish dressing, topped

Beachcorner Bar & Grill

4905 Canal St., (504) 488-7357; www.beachcornerbarandgrill.com The 10-ounce hickory-smoked cheddar burger is topped with grilled onions. The grilled chicken sandwich is dressed with Swiss cheese, fried quail sauteed stuffed mushrooms and grilled with boudin onions. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Crescent City Brewhouse

Gordon Biersch

with crawfish Creole sauce and served with a side item. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Ed’s “famous fried chicken” plate includes half a fried chicken, french fries and toast. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

The Company Burger

4600 Freret St., (504) 267-0320; www.thecompanyburger.com The namesake Company Burger includes two patties, house-made bread-and-butter pickles, American cheese and red onions. The lamb burger features house-ground lamb, local feta, arugula and chili-mint glaze on a toasted bun. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

Dress It

200 Hammond Hwy., Metairie, (504) 840-0902 The Bucktown burger features house-ground beef on an onion bun with lettuce, tomato and cheese. Grilled fish tacos are topped with house-made coleslaw and pico de gallo. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Omni Royal Crescent Hotel, 535 Gravier St., (504) 571-7561; www.omnihotels.com The Dress It burger is a patty topped with garlic aioli, bacon, brie and balsamic-glazed onions. The Friday special fried shrimp and oyster platter comes with horseradish sauce and a salad of baby greens, carrots, tomatos, onions and house vinaigrette. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Bud’s Broiler

Ground Pat’i Grille & Bar

Charcoal’s Gourmet Burger Bar

Igor’s Buddha Belly Burger Bar

Bucktown Burger and Fish Co.

Citywide; www.budsbroiler.com These burger joints specialize in char-broiled patties. The No. 4 special is a burger topped with cheddar cheese and chili or hickory sauce. Hot dogs are served split on burger buns and topped with chili and cheddar cheese. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Some locations accept credit cards. $

2200 Magazine St., (504) 6444311; www.charcoalgourmetburgerbar.com This burger specialist offers beef, bison, shrimp and veggie patties. The House burger is dressed with cheddar, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, mayonnaise and mustard and served with house-made chips. Cobb salad features romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, avocado, tomato, onion, smoked bacon, blue cheese, croutons and buttermilk ranch or honey-mustard dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cheeseburger Eddie’s

4517 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 455-5511; www.austinsno.com The Better Than Breakfast burger is made with an over-easy egg, bacon, cheddar cheese and hash browns. Mr.

Citywide; www.groundpati.com The grilled shrimp platter includes three skewers of marinated and grilled shrimp and two sides. The hamburger steak is a 10-ounce ground chuck patty grilled to order and served with brown gravy, salad and mushrooms or grilled onions. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

4437 Magazine St., (504) 891-6105 The Cajun burger is a halfpound patty seasoned with Cajun spices and hot sauce and served with fries or onion rings. Jalapeno poppers are battered and fried cheesestuffed peppers. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Igor’s Lounge & Gameroom

2133 St. Charles Ave., (504) 568-9811; www.facebook.com/ igorslounge The Cajun burger is a halfpound patty seasoned with Cajun spices and topped with hot sauce. Shoestring fries can be topped with American cheese. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

Juicy Lucy’s

133 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 5985044; www.msjuicylucy.com

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Knuckleheads Eatery

3535 Severn Ave., Suite 10, Metairie, (504) 888-5858 Mulligan Mike’s Angus chuck burger is topped with grilled ham and Swiss or cheddar cheese and comes with fries and a pickle. Nudillocabeza chicken salad features grilled chicken, black beans, tomatos, cheddar, tortilla strips and pepper jelly dressing. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Phil’s Grill

748 Camp St., (504) 309-7702; 1640 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 305-1705; 3020 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 324-9080; www.phils-grill.com These burger joints offer build-your-own burgers with many bun and topping options as well as a menu of specialty burgers. The Fat City features a battered and fried Black Angus patty stuffed with cheddar cheese and topped with lettuce, tomato and a fried egg. The Big Easy features a Black Angus patty topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle and cheddar cheese. No res-

ervations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Port of Call

838 Esplanade Ave., (504) 5230120; www.portofcallnola.com The 14-ounce rib-eye is served with a baked potato, salad and bread. Half-pound burgers are served with a baked potato. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Smashburger

3300 Magazine St., (504) 3422653; www.smashburger.com Diners can build their own burgers or order from the list of composed burgers, such as the Barq’s barbecue sauce, applewood-smoked bacon and cheddar burger. The salted caramel shake mixes Haagen-Dazs ice cream with whole milk, whipped cream and salted caramel. The debris fries are Smashfries topped with roast beef gravy and cheddar cheese. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

TruBurger

8115 Oak St., (504) 218-5416; www.truburgernola.com The menu includes buildyour-own burgers made with Creekstone Angus beef patties, hand-cut french fries, Zweigle’s hot dogs and milkshakes. The traditional patty melt includes Swiss cheese, grilled onions and Tru sauce on an inside-out bun. The Charlie burger is topped

Shrimp fettuccine is one of the pasta entrees at Nonna Mia.

with Swiss cheese, bacon and house-made coleslaw. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

CAFE Angeli On Decatur

1141 Decatur St., (504) 566-0077; www.angelirestaurant. webs.com The gyro sandwich consists of roasted lamb in a warm pita with lettuce, onions, tomatos and tzatziki. Chicken diavolo pizza is topped with grilled chicken, mozzarella, spicy red pepper sauce, roasted garlic, roasted red peppers and red onions and jalapeno peppers on request. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Antoine’s Annex

513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com The breakfast platter combines scrambled eggs, grits, hickory-smoked bacon and a biscuit or toast. The Caprese sandwich features thick-sliced mozzarella, Creole tomato, basil pesto and balsamic PAGE 31

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The Juicy 9th Ward Blues Burger is stuffed with sauteed mushrooms, onions, garlic and aged blue cheese. Chicken, pork or alligator on “Stixs” feature grilled or fried meat served with dipping sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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vinaigrette on a pistolette. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Blue Tomato

4401 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson, (504) 734-3000 Teriyaki-glazed salmon is served with smothered green beans and yellow rice. The quesadilla features Gulf shrimp, artichoke hearts, creamed spinach and Jack and cheddar cheeses. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Breads On Oak

8640 Oak St., (504) 324-8271; www.breadsonoak.com The herb tarts are made with cashew ricotta, sauteed onions and oven-roasted tomatos. For Carnival, there are vegan almond frangipane king cakes. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Cafe Amelie

with bell peppers, tomatos and Swiss cheese and served with grits and French bread. The Bourbon croissant features tuna, bacon, white cheddar, lettuce, tomatos and pickles on a toasted croissant. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Cafe D’Cappuccino

4041 Williams Blvd., Suite B8, Kenner, (504) 443-2299; www. cafedcappuccino.com The club sandwich combines turkey, ham, bacon, Swiss cheese, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise on 15-grain wheat toast. The chicken salad sandwich features chicken salad, avocado, lettuce and tomato served on 15-grain wheat toast. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Cafe Fleur-De-Lis

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avocado, balsamic vinaigrette and rosemary cheese grits. No 4139 Canal St., (504) 482-6266; reservations. Breakfast, lunch www.cafeminh.com and early dinner daily. Credit Lobster tortellini is stuffed with cards. $ lobster claw meat and mixed cheeses and Cafe Royale served with ginger-to3343 Metairie Road, mato cream sauce and Suite 1, Metairie, tempura lobster. The lobster (504) 304-8438; Seafood Delight features tortellini www.caferoyale. grilled lobster tail, jumbo vpweb.com shrimp and jumbo scalFeta Fiesta salad lops skewered with fresh features grilled chicken, spinlemon grass and served with ach, feta, avocado, sun-dried grilled vegetables and sake-soy reduction. Reservations recomcranberries and glazed walnuts mended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner in raspberry vinaigrette. The Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ spinach and artichoke panino is made with grilled chicken, spinCafe NOMA ach, artichoke, provolone and New Orleans Museum of Art, Roma tomatos. Reservations City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll accepted. Breakfast and lunch Circle, (504) 482-1264; www. Mon.-Sat.. Credit cards. $ cafenoma.com Flatbread pizza is topped with Cafe Soule baby arugula pesto, Roma 720 St. Louis St., (504) 304-4636; tomatos and fresh mozzarella. www.cafesoule.com Vietnamese shrimp salad is The Soule Trio appetizer inmade with spring greens, carcludes crab ravigote on a Creole rots, cucumbers, tomatos, mint, tomato, a jumbo lump crab crispy rice paper and lemon cake atop mixed greens and grass vinaigrette. Reservations Gulf shrimp drizzled with Soule accepted for large parties. sauce atop a fried green tomaLunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Fri. to. Sweet and savory crepes Credit cards. $ also are available. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and Cafe Pontalba dinner Wed.-Mon., brunch Sat.546 St. Peter St., (504) 522-1180 Sun. Credit cards. $$ The crawfish combination includes crawfish pie, crawfish Caesar salad and crawfish etouffee. The Cajun combination features red beans and rice with smoked sausage, jambalaya and a cup of gumbo. No reservations. Breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Rose Nicaud

632 Frenchmen St., (504) 9493300; www.caferosenicaud.com The portobello mushroom sandwich is dressed with provolone cheese, arugula and balsamic vinaigrette on ciabatta bread. Rose Benedict features two sunny-side-up eggs over a biscuit with caramelized onions, alligator sausage, arugula,

Caffe! Caffe!

3547 N. Hullen St., Metairie, (504) 267-9190; 4301 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, (504) 885-4845; www.caffecaffe.com Chicken salad is made with celery, mayonnaise and walnuts and served on mixed greens with tomato wedges and sprouts and a choice of dressing. The breakfast BLT features scrambled eggs, smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on toasted seven grain bread. No reservations. Clearview Parkway: Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Fri. N. Hullen Street: breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Caffe Latte Da

5860 Citrus Blvd., Harahan, (504) 818-0051; www.caffelatteda.com The herbed focaccia club sandwich is served with grilled chicken, ham, applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar and Swiss cheese, lettuce and tomato, and comes with house-made sweet potato chips. Avocado salad is spring mix with avocado, red onions, sprouts, blue cheese, walnuts and orange slices. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards and checks. $

Chateau Cafe

139 Robert E. Lee Blvd., (504) 286-1777; 701 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 461-9819; 3501 Chateau Blvd., Suite E4, Kenner, (504) 465-9444; www.chateaucafe.com The Southwestern chicken salad is made with corn, salsa, black beans, cheddar Jack cheese, cucumbers, tomatos, tortilla strips, romaine and ranch dressing. The French dip is a hot sandwich of thin-sliced roast beef, Swiss cheese and grilled onions on French bread served au jus. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Chicken Sue’s

203 W. Harrison Ave., (504) 3715546; www.chickensues.com The West Harrison sandwich is layered with hot ham, turkey and roast beef with a choice of melted cheese. Country-fried steak plates and po-boys also are available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Coffee Rani

234 Lee Lane, Covington, (985) 893-6158; 3517 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 674-0560; www.coffeerani.com The veggie tortilla features roasted vegetables, avocado and alfalfa sprouts served with salsa. Sashimi tuna plates are available with 4 or 8 ounces of thinly sliced tuna served with

greens and peanut dressing. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $

Common Grounds

335 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, (504) 227-2200; www.commongroundsgretna.com Crab cake Benedict features poached eggs over a crab cake and an English muffin with hollandaise. Asian Cajun wings are marinated, Cajun-spiced and deep-fried chicken wings served with sweet Thai chili sauce. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Corner Cafe

3316 Green Acres Road, Metairie, (504) 454-1008 The seafood platter for two includes two cups of gumbo, salad, stuffed jalapeno poppers, onion rings, crab balls, hushpuppies, fried shrimp, oysters and catfish, stuffed shrimp, two baby soft-shell crabs and popcorn shrimp. A whole catfish fillet is stuffed with crabmeat dressing and topped with shrimp. Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Cowbell

8801 Oak St., (504) 298-8689; www.cowbell-nola.com Barbecued Harris Ranch all-natural rib-eye comes with macaroni and cheese, grilled asparagus and onion rings. The Uncle Warren burger is a freerange Cowbell burger topped with hot pastrami, Jarlsberg cheese, creamy slaw and hand-cut fries. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat. Credit cards. $$

Crescent Pie and Sausage Company

4400 Banks St., (504) 482-2426; www.crescentpieandsausage.com The mixed grill features three sausages and is served with Dijon Creole mustard, marma-

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307 Chartres St., (504) 529-9641 912 Royal St., (504) 412-8965; Eggs Benedict features a large www.cafeamelie.com biscuit topped with sliced ham, Seared rare ahi tuna is served poached eggs and hollanover wilted greens with honey daise and comes with hash sesame, soy and ginger sauce. browns. The Fleur-de-lis omelet The oven-roasted, bone-in pork combines crawfish tails, pepper chop is served with creamy Jack cheese, bell peppers and grits and corn and andouille onions topped with Cajun maque choux. Reservations crawfish sauce. recommended. Lunch and No reservations. dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch fried green Breakfast and Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ tomato lunch daily. Credit cards. $ Cafe at The Square BLT 500 St. Charles Ave., (504) Cafe Freret 304-7831; www.cafeat7329 Freret St., (504) 861-7890; thesquare.com www.cafefreret.com The fried green tomato The traditional muffaletta BLT includes arugula, bacon, features mortadella, ham, profried green tomatos and housevolone cheese, Genoa salami made remoulade. There are daiand house-made olive salad. ly pasta specials. Reservations Brunch’s Crabby Benedict feaaccepted. Breakfast, lunch and tures two poached eggs over dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. crab cakes, an English muffin Credit cards. $$ and hollandaise, served with grits or hash browns. Delivery Cafe Beignet available. No reservations. 311 Bourbon St., (504) 525-2611; Breakfast, lunch and dinner Fri.334 B Royal St., (504) 524-5530; Wed., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit www.cafebeignet.com cards. $$ The crawfish omelet is made

Cafe Minh

Open daily 11am-10pm CLOSED TUESDAYS

winter restaurant guide lade and house-made pickles. The brisket sandwich includes house-smoked meat, roasted red peppers and onions with house-made Parmesan and truffle potato chips. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Croissant D’or

617 Ursulines Ave., (504) 524-4663; www.croissantdornola.com Chicken or cream of spinach pochettes are flaky pastries filled with bechamel and chicken, spinach or other fillings. Almond croissants are filled with almond paste and topped with almond slices. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

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2209 Magazine St., (504) 5706945; www.donutsandsliders.com Baked goods include biscuits, kolaches and large donuts in sweet and savory flavors such as banana pudding, maple-Sriracha, five spice and passion fruit with chocolate mousse and cocoa nibs. The fried oyster slider is topped with tarragon aioli and cracklings. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

blends chicken, grapes, apples and walnuts in mild curry dressing and can be ordered on a salad or in a sandwich. Windsor high tea includes a pot of tea, finger sandwiches, mini-quiches, two mini-cakes, a chocolate-dipped strawberry and scones served with clotted cream, lemon curd and preserves. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

734 E. Rutland St., Covington, (985) 898-3988; www.englishtearoom.com Coronation chicken salad

Jimmy J’s Cafe

600 S. Peters St., (504) 525-8544; www.ernstcafe.net Shrimp Creole is served over white rice. The Ernster po-boy combines roast beef debris and fried oysters. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

115 Chartres St., (504) 309-9360; www.jimmyjscafe.com The cafe serves breakfast all day. Cochon eggs Benedict features slow-braised pork, poached eggs, jalapeno hollandaise and a biscuit. The Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Chicken sandwich features lightly battered chicken breast, Neuske’s ham and bacon, Swiss cheese, and tasso bechamel on a brioche bun. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Reservations accepted. Credit cards. $

Espresso Express

The Juju Bag Cafe

Ernst Cafe

One Shell Square, 701 Poydras St., Suite 116, (504) 524-5115 Roasted chicken tops a salad of romaine lettuce, dried cranberries, feta, walnuts, tomatos and pepper jelly vinaigrette. The breakfast burrito is made with eggs, salsa, sausage, bacon and cheddar. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

Fat Hen Grocery

7457 St. Charles Ave., (504) 304-6136; www.fathenDry Dock Cafe grocerynola.com 133 Delaronde St., (504) 361-8240; The smoked salmon Cobb www.thedrydockcafe.com salad includes romaine lettuce, Crawfish Maureenica is served avocado, bacon, tomatos, blue over pasta with garlic cream cheese and choice of dressing. sauce. Seafood Delaronde Crawfish Ava features crawfish combines grilled shrimp, tossed with cream oysters and crabmeat. sauce and rotini pasReservations accepted. ta, served with garlic Windsor Lunch and dinner bread. Reservations high tea daily, brunch Sun. Credit accepted. Breakfast cards. $$ and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

The English Tea Room

hot roast beef, ham and Swiss cheese. Monday’s red beans special comes with smoked sausage or a breaded pork chop. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

French Press Coffeehouse

3236 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 305-0276; 3238 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 598-5274;

www.frenchpresscoffeehouse.com The Chicken Press sandwich features grilled chicken and pesto wrapped with red peppers, tomatos, lettuce and Swiss cheese in a wheat tortilla. The Southern pecan latte is the house signature drink. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Fresco Cafe & Pizzeria

7625 Maple St., (504) 862-6363; www.frescocafe.us The chicken portobello roll is filled with grilled chicken breast, portobello mushrooms, tomatos, mozzarella, spinach and feta sauteed in house-made creamy roasted red pepper sauce. Rolls are wrapped in lavash bread and served with rosemary potatoes on the side. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Gracious Bakery + Cafe

1000 S. Jefferson Davis Pkwy., Suite 100, (504) 301-3709; www.graciousbakery.com The Pretzelatta is made with coppa, smoked ham, provolone and house-made olive salad and served warm on a pretzel baguette. The chocolate brownie brioche is sweet dough encasing a brownie with chocolate-almond crust. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Hey! Cafe

4332 Magazine St., (504) 8918682; www.heycafe.biz House-made items include hummus, vegan blueberry muffins and juice blends. The baked tofu and herb sandwich is served with vegan mayo on whole wheat bread. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Sun.-Thu. Credit cards. $

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Hickory Cafe & Grill

1313 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 737-0033 The hickory salad includes blackened shrimp over mixed greens with cherry tomatos, toasted pecans, blue cheese and pepper jelly vinaigrette. The herbed focaccia burger is an 8-ounce patty topped with roasted red peppers, pepper Jack cheese, lettuce, tomatos and basil mayo. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Hobnobber Cafe

5928 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, (504) 734-8448; www.hobnobbercafe.com The Hobnobber po-boy features

5363 Franklin Ave., (504) 872-0969 The catfish plate includes grilled or fried catfish, sweet potato souffle, macaroni and cheese, peas and potato salad. The Mixed Bag combines shrimp, chicken, fish and sweet potato fries. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner and late-night Thu.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $$

La Madeleine

601 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 861-8662; 3300 Severn Ave., Suite 201, Metairie, (504) 4561624; 3434 Hwy.190, Mandeville, (985) 626-7004; 5171 Citrus Blvd., Suite 2000, Harahan, (504) 818-2450; www.lamadeleine.com These cafes offer baked goods and classic French cafe fare. The traditional croque monsieur is a hot sandwich combining ham, cheese and garlic cream sauce. Caesar salad comes with garlic croutons and can be topped with balsamic chicken. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ PAGE 34

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Lakeview Brew Coffee Cafe

5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 4837001; www.lakeviewbrew.com The fleur de lis panino includes oven-roasted turkey, smoked Gouda, asparagus and apple butter spread on a grilled ciabatta baguette or multigrain or wheat bread. The chicken avocado wrap features an herb-garlic, spinach, tomato-basil or wheat tortilla filled with grilled chicken breast, avocado, tomatos, romaine lettuce and mango vinaigrette, topped with fruit relish. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Laurel Street Bakery

2701 S. Broad St., (504) 8970576; www.laurelstreetbakery.com The All-American breakfast sandwich features scrambled eggs, American cheese, bacon and tomatos on a house-made bagel or croissant. The Brooklyn breakfast sandwich features cream cheese, smoked salmon, tomatos, red onions and capers on a house-made bagel. The bakery also offers a selection of croissants, muffins, brownies, cookies, scones and gourmet coffees. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon. through Fri. Credit cards. $

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Liberty’s Kitchen

422 1/2 S. Broad St., (504) 8224011; www.libertyskitchen.org The MVB, Most Valuable Burger, is a ground chuck and pulled pork patty topped with cheese and liberty sauce and served with sweet potato fries. Cowboy caviar, a vegan dish, is a black-eyed pea salad with cilantro-lime vinaigrette. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Maple Street Cafe

raisins and fresh apple. The selection of European breads includes traditional Jewish rye. No reservations. Breakfast Tue.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

The Market Cafe

1000 Decatur St., (504) 5275000; www.marketcafenola.com Crawfish beignets are deep fried fritters filled with crawfish and served with Cajun dipping sauce. The Taste of New Orleans includes gumbo, red beans and rice, jambalaya and crawfish etouffee. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Meals From The Heart Cafe

1100 N. Peters St., Suite 13, (504) 525-1953; www.mealsfromtheheartcafe.com Crab cake Passion is lump crabmeat served with mixed greens, ripe tomatos and house-made garlic-lemon remoulade. Gluten-free, low-sodium gumbo combines okra, shrimp, turkey sausage and chicken in organic broth with tomatos, red onions, bell peppers, garlic and celery. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Cash only. $

Milk Bar

710 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 309-3310; 1514 Delachaise St., (504) 891-9361 The Yam I Am vegetarian sandwich features pesto, roasted sweet potato, feta, sun-dried tomatos, kalamata olives, red onion and spring mix tossed in balsamic vinaigrette on ciabatta. The Mediterranean lamb salad combines romaine lettuce, roasted red peppers, roasted eggplant, kalamata olives, feta, red onion, Roma tomatos and warm lamb drizzled with mint vinaigrette. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

7623 Maple St., (504) 314-9003; www.maoysters plestreetcafenola.com amandine Mojo Coffee Oysters amandine are House fried oysters topped 1500 Magazine St., with almonds and (504) 525-2244; 4700 Freret white wine butter St., (504) 875-2243; www.facesauce. Duck Jameel book.com/mojo.on.magazine is a boneless pepper-crusted Mojo serves pour-over or duck breast served with hand-dripped coffee, and king blueberry Cognac sauce and cake latte is available during comes with vegetables and Carnival season. The Magazine potatoes. Reservations recsandwich features ham, apommended. Lunch and dinner ples, brie and Creole mustard. daily. Credit cards. $$ No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night Maple Street Patisserie daily. Credit cards. $ 7638 Maple St., (504) 304-1526; www.maplestreetNapoleon House patisserie.com This bakery makes breads, Bar & Cafe pastries, croissants and cus500 Chartres St., (504) 524-9752; tom cakes. Apple strudel puff www.napoleonhouse.com pastry is made with walnuts, Shrimp remoulade salad

features half an avocado filled with shrimp remoulade. The house specialty is the muffuletta made with ham, Genoa salami, pastrami, olive salad, Swiss and provolone cheeses and is served warm. No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

New Orleans Cake Cafe & Bakery

2440 Chartres St., (504) 9430010; www.nolacakes.com The bakery prepares its own breads, cakes, cupcakes and pastries. The Reuben is made with thick-sliced corned beef and house-made sauerkraut and Russian dressing. Cupcakes come in an array of flavors such as chocolate, red velvet and wedding cake. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

Oak Street Cafe

8140 Oak St., (504) 866-8710; www.oakstreetcafe.com The croissant breakfast sandwich fills a flaky croissant with two scrambled eggs, Swiss cheese, smoked bacon and orange marmalade pepper jelly. Smoked salmon Benedict features smoked Nova salmon, poached eggs, an English muffin, hollandaise and capers, served with grits or smothered potatoes. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

The Orange Couch

2339 Royal St., (504) 267-7327; www.theorangecouchcoffee.com The mocha masala latte is made with espresso, dark chocolate and house-ground masala spices. Affogato is a scoop of ice cream with a single shot of espresso poured on top. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Petite Amelie

900 Royal St., (504) 412-8065; www.cafeamelie.com This cafe serves cookies, doberge king cakes, coconut cream pies, Meyer lemon bars, eclairs, tea cakes and more. The menu includes sandwiches, salads and items such as lemon basil chicken, mango pork tenderloin and grilled catfish. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Puccino’s Coffeehouse

3544 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 309-4322; 5200 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 780-9970; Lakeside Shopping Center Annex, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-3151; www.lovepuccinos.com

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Refuel Cafe

8124 Hampson St., (504) 8720187; www.refuelcafe.com Nutella French toast is topped with whipped cream and powdered sugar. The breakfast burrito is stuffed with potatoes, cheddar cheese, scrambled eggs and andouille and served with grits. No reservations. Breakfast Mon.-Fri., lunch Tue.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Riccobono’s Panola Street Cafe

7801 Panola St., (504) 314-1810; www.riccobonos.com Crab cakes Benedict features two poached eggs atop crab cakes with hollandaise and brabant potatoes. The Mediterranean omelet is filled with creamed spinach and artichoke, tomato and onion, topped with feta and mozzarella cheeses and served with potatoes or grits. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

The Ridge Bistro

1827 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 305-4195; www.ridgebistro.com

Creole white beans and shrimp are served with smoked sausage in cream sauce. The Peppery Pig sandwich features layers of smoked ham, provolone cheese, baby spinach, tomato and Tabasco pepper jelly on a toasted croissant. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Rivista

4226 Magazine St., (504) 371-5558 The BEAAT sandwich features bacon, egg, arugula, avocado and tomato on house-made brioche. House-made baked goods include cookies, sweet and savory croissants, puff pastry turnovers filled with berries or apple and tarts with tomato and pesto, artichoke and goat cheese or truffle mushrooms and Bucheron. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

The Ruby Slipper Cafe

139 S. Cortez St., (504) 525-9355; 200 Magazine St., (504) 5259355; 2001 Burgundy St., (504) 525-9355; www.therubyslippercafe.net Corned beef hash Benedict is served on an open-faced biscuit with house-made corned beef, potatoes, two poached eggs, hollandaise and horseradish cream. Bananas Foster pain perdu is French toast topped with classic bananas Foster and raisins and served

Attached to the Creole institution Antoine’s Restaurant, Antoine’s Annex serves coffee, pastries and light fare.

with applewood-smoked bacon. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $$

St. James Cheese Company

5004 Prytania St., (504) 8994737; www.stjamescheese.com Winter citrus salad combines locally grown oranges, toasted hazelnuts, shaved fennel and blue crostini on a bed of spinach and is served with house vinaigrette. The Funky Mushroom contains Epoisses cheese, roast beef, garlic, mushroom and caramelized onions on pressed ciabatta. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

Satsuma Cafe

3218 Dauphine St., (504) 3045962; 7901 Maple St., (504) 3095557; www.satsumacafe.com Kale salad features raw lacinato kale, spinach, hard-boiled egg, cherry tomatos, bacon, avocado, basil and Parmesan croutons and creamy Parmesan-garlic dressing. The roast beef sandwich is dressed with

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The iced Puccino mocha is an iced latte mixed with Ghirardelli or white chocolate. The smoked salmon BLT includes smoked salmon, smoked bacon, lettuce, tomatos and tangy remoulade. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

winter restaurant guide Swiss cheese, spinach, aioli and adobo sauce on ciabatta. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

The Scotts’ Coffee & Tapas Bar

201 Carroll St., Mandeville, (985) 231-7632; www.thescottscoffeebar.com Marianne’s cobb salad features mixed greens, avocado, tomato, red onion, bacon, Gorgonzola, pecans, a scoop of chicken salad and a dressing such as honey-lime vinaigrette. The oven-roasted turkey and brie panino is dressed with melba sauce. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner and late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

The Shimmy Shack

1855 Dock St., Harahan, (504) 729-4442; www.theshimmyshack.net Oysters Bienville pan roast is topped with applewood-smoked bacon, mushrooms and Parmesan. Cuban chorizo-stuffed pork loin comes with sweet corn, Swiss chard, roasted poblano peppers and Asiago cheese grits and a house-made chutney. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

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Somethin’ Else Cafe

greens, Campari tomatos, egg wedges and capers. Scones are made from scratch daily and flavors include pumpkin-spice and cranberry-walnut. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

with spinach and feta. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Village Inn

401 Magazine St., (504) 5243386; www.thebontoncafe.com Redfish Bon Ton is a seared drum fillet topped with lump crabmeat and lemon butter. Oysters Alvin features fried oysters over seasoned rice pilaf and topped with a squeeze of lemon. No reservations for lunch. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$$

9201 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, (504) 737-4610 The buffet features changing daily items such as grilled chicken tenders, salad and shrimp Creole on Tuesdays. The seafood muffuletta contains catfish, shrimp and oysters. Char-grilled oysters are topped with Parmesan and Romano cheeses. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Vintage Garden Kitchen

925 S. Labarre Road, Metairie, (504) 620-2495; Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., second floor, (504) 620-2495; www.vintagegardenkitchen.org The Crunchy Thai includes bell peppers, carrots, jicama, cucumber, scallions, peanuts, crunchy noodles, greens and spicy peanut-lime vinaigrette. The signature kale slaw comes with dried cranberries, sliced almonds, shredded kale, cabbage, carrots and ginger-cider vinaigrette. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

620 Conti St., (504) 373-6439; www.somethinelsecafe.com The Yard Bird sandwich is a grilled marinated chicken breast topped with pepper W.I.N.O. Jack cheese, apple610 Tchoupitoulas St., wood-smoked bacon, lettuce, (504) 324-8000; tomato and honey mustard. www.winoschool.com The Vice po-boy features This wine bar’s menu fried boudin dressed with of small plates includes lettuce, tomato grape leaves sprinkled and secret sauce. with feta. Debbie Does chocolate- Doberge baked goods, No reservations. Breakfast, lunch covered such as chocolate-covand dinner red velvet ered red velvet cake daily, late-night are available. No cake balls balls, Thu.-Sat. Credit Reservations. Lunch, cards. $$ dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Surrey’s Cafe & Juice Bar

1418 Magazine St., (504) 5243828; 4807 Magazine St., (504) 895-5757; www.surreyscafeandjuicebar.com Caramelized apple French toast features Leidenheimer bread with caramelized apple filling, house-made apple syrup and powdered sugar. Surrey’s serves freshsqueezed satsuma juice. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and brunch daily. Cash only. $

Vianne’s Tea House

544 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 624-5683; www.viannes.com Barbecue-glazed salmon salad is served with mixed organic

Who Dat Coffee Cafe

2401 Burgundy St., (504) 872-0360 Not Yo Mama’s cornbread features jalapeno cornbread topped with creamy egg sauce, cheddar cheese, bacon and green onions. The Marigny sandwich is an open-faced ciabatta covered with crab and shrimp salad in house remoulade. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Wed.-Mon., brunch Fri.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Z’otz

8210 Oak St., (504) 861-2224; www.facebook.com/zotzcafe Z’otz serves Cajun meat pies and flaky croissants stuffed

CAJUN Bon Ton Cafe

Cajun Grill & Bar

2325 N. Hullen St., Suite 100, Metairie, (504) 831-0095 The Super seafood platter combines catfish, shrimp, oysters, a soft-shell crab, stuffed shrimp, fries, salad and a vegetable. There’s also a New Orleans sampler with shrimp Creole, fried catfish, gumbo, jambalaya and red beans and rice. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Cochon

930 Tchoupitoulas St., ( 504) 588-2123; www.cochonrestaurant.com Chefs Donald Link and Stephen Stryjewski update Cajun cuisine, including boucherie and seafood dishes. The Louisiana cochon plate combines pork, turnips, cabbage and cracklings. Fried alligator is served with chili-garlic aioli. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Corner Oyster House

500 St. Peter St., (504) 522-2999; www.corneroysterhouse.com Alligator sauce piquante features alligator stewed in Creole-seasoned tomato sauce and served with rice. Crawfish and chicken Homerun is a marinated grilled chicken breast topped with a thick sauce of crawfish, peppers and mushrooms. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Jan’s Cajun Restaurant

4831 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte, (504) 689-2748 Jan’s prepares seafood gumbo with a dark roux. The seafood plate includes fish, oysters, stuffed crab and stuffed shrimp. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen

416 Chartres St., (504) 596-2530;

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Karl and Tuyet Takacs (seated), Karl Takacs Jr. and Laura Hebert serve a variety of Vietnamese staples at Pho Tau Bay.

chops are served with dirty rice. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Wayne Jacob’s Smokehouse & Restaurant

769 W. Fifth St., LaPlace, (985) 652-9990; www.wjsmokehouse.com House-made andouille is used to make the andouille burger, which combines sausage, ground beef and roasted pecans. Plantation veal is fried and served over pasta with shrimp, artichoke and mushroom-basil cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Thu.-Fri., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ PAGE 39

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www.kpauls.com Lunch and dinner daily. Credit Chef Paul Prudhomme’s cards. $$ restaurant serves contempoThe Original rary Cajun and Creole dishes. Blackened Louisiana drum Pierre Maspero’s is topped with crabmeat 440 Chartres St., (504) 524and served with chipotle 8990; www.pierremasperoscompound butter, restaurant.com mashed potatoes Shrimp pistolettes are French and vegetables. rolls filled with Gulf Blackened twin beef shrimp, bell peppers blackened and onions in tenderloin medallions are served with debris twin beef creamy cheese sauce, a potato and sauce topped with tenderloin vegetables. ReservaParmesan. Seafood medallions tions recommended. pot pie includes Lunch Thu.-Sat., blue crabmeat, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit shrimp, and fresh herbs in cards. $$$ cream sauce served over puff pastry. Reservations accepted Mulate’s Cajun for large parties. Breakfast Restaurant Fri-Mon, lunch and dinner daily. 201 Julia St., (504) 522-1492; Credit cards. $$ www.mulates.com Catfish Mulate’s is grilled, Toups’ Meatery topped with crawfish etouffee 845 N. Carrollton Ave., and served with jambalaya, (504) 252-4999; www.toupssauteed vegetables and a meatery.com twice-baked potato. The black- Chef Issac Toups serves ened fish of the day is served contemporary Cajun cuisine. with a skewer of grilled Gulf The Meatery Board features shrimp, sauteed vegetables a selection of house-cured and a twice-baked potato. meats, sausages, cracklings Reservations accepted. and pickles. Double-cut pork

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Farmers Market Eateries with Counter-top Dining Fresh Baked Goods, Produce & Seafood Daily On the Colonnade on Decatur Street Café du Monde

across from Jackson Square

Galvez Restaurant

in Dutch Alley, where Dumaine meets the River

The Gazebo Café

adjacent to Latrobe Park

Market Café

next to the Joan of Arc statue

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Wolfe’s in the Warehouse

New Orleans Downtown Marriott at the Convention Center, 859 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 613-2882; www.marriott.com Crawfish and tasso mac and cheese comes with threecheese sauce, seasoned breadcrumbs and green onion. Grilled mahi mahi is served with fingerling potatoes roasted in duck fat, braised collard greens and Gulf Coast lump crabmeat butter sauce. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

CARIBBEAN/CUBAN Boswell’s Jamaican Grill

3521 Tulane Ave., (504) 482-6600 Oxtail is smothered in gravy and served with broad beans. Jerk chicken is served with two sides and plantains. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Cane & Table

Churros Cafe

3100 Kingman St., Suite 104, Metairie, (504) 885-6516 The Cuban sandwich includes house-cooked, hand-sliced pork, glazed ham, Swiss cheese, butter, pickles and mustard pressed on locally baked bread. Ropa vieja features shredded beef simmered in red gravy and served with black beans and rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Wed., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Rum House

3128 Magazine St., (504) 941-7560; www.rumhousenola.com The Cuban sandwich is made with pulled pork, ham, tomatos, pickles, Swiss cheese and Creole horseradish aioli. Red curry shrimp Rundown features Louisiana jumbo shrimp in creamy red curry sauce served with coconut-mango rice. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

CHINESE Beijing

2222 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, (504) 885-8881 Crab rangoons are deep-fried

China Doll

830 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 366-1111 Cantonese crab corn soup is egg drop soup with fresh crab, creamed corn, shredded roast pork and green onions. Cantonese crab fingers are crab fingers stir fried with pork strips, Chinese garlic, water chestnuts and mushrooms in black bean wine sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Blue Dot Donuts

4301 Canal St., (504) 218-4866; 5236 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 9417675; www.bluedotdonuts.com Glazes and icings are made in house and donut styles include glazed, cake, filled and powdered. Bacon and maple-glazed Long Johns are a house specialty. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

China Orchid

CC’s Community Coffee House

702-704 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 865-1428; www.chinaorchidneworleans.com Sizzling beef is sauteed with hot chili sauce, broccoli, spinach and mushrooms. Lightly battered spicy fish is served with tofu, onions, carrots, corn and red bell peppers. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $

China Rose

3501 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie, (504) 887-3295 The China Rose special is a marinated half duck sauteed with bell peppers and served with brown sauce. Spicy Mongolian beef is served with hot garlic sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Five Happiness

3605 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 4823935; www.fivehappiness.com Five Happiness offers dishes from many regional Chinese cuisines. Crispy beef with black pepper and onions is served with rice. Almond-crusted chicken is served with lemon sauce. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Fong’s Chinese & Cantonese Restaurant

2101 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 469-8216 General Fong’s battered and fried chicken is glazed with special sauce. Fong’s Triple Treat features roast pork, shrimp, snow peas, water chestnuts and vegetables over rice. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Green Tea

1116 Louisiana Ave., (504) 8998005; www.greenteanola.com Singapore mai fun is thin rice noodles sauteed in yellow curry sauce with chicken, shrimp,

Citywide; www.ccscoffee.com This coffeehouse chain offers a variety of hot and cold specialty drinks, including Mochasippi, a creamy frozen espresso drink topped with whipped cream. Many locations serve chocolate croissants, muffins, cookies and other baked goods. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Credit cards. $

pork, green onions, egg and Chinese cabbage. Chicken with garlic sauce includes sauteed white meat, broccoli, baby carrots, mushrooms, water chestnuts, celery and zucchini in spicy garlic sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Jung’s Golden Dragon

3009 Magazine St., (504) 8918280; www.jungschinese.com Roasted Peking duck is served with pancakes and duck soup. The eggplant Sichuan features eggplant sauteed in garlic and Sichuan seasonings served over white rice. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

The Red Palace

1025 Westbank Expwy., Gretna, (504) 366-7071 Soft-shell crab is served with crawfish sauce. Soft-shell crab Cantonese features soft-shell crab simmered in spicy garlic sauce and onions, drizzled with egg sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

Trey Yuen Cuisine Of China

honey glaze sauce and topped with candy pecans and toasted sesame seeds. Beef tenderloin is stir-fried with fresh green beans, mushrooms, carrots, onions and savory Trey Yuen sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

COFFEE & DESSERT Abita Roasting Company

504 Water St., Madisonville, (985) 246-3340; www.abitaroasting.com Rosemary chicken salad is served on a warm croissant with mixed greens, toasted almonds and blue cheese with a side of kettle chips. The turkey panino includes mixed greens, tomatos, Swiss cheese and house-made avocado spread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch soft-shell daily. Credit cards. $

crab Adrian’s Bakery Cantonese 2016 Oretha Castle

600 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 626-4476; 2100 N. Morrison Blvd., Hammond, (985) 345-6789; www.treyyuen.com Honey-glazed large Gulf shrimp are lightly fried and tossed with

Haley Blvd., (504) 875-4302; 4710 Paris Ave., (504) 282-2283; www.adrians-bakery.com Praline pound cake is an old-fashioned butter pound cake coated with praline icing. King cake comes in a variety of flavors including cream cheese, lemon, praline and strawberry. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards and checks. $

Cafe Du Monde Laurel Street Bakery serves house-baked goods, coffee and more.

Angelo Brocato

Citywide; www.cafedumonde.com Cafe Du Monde serves its signature cafe au lait, iced cafe au lait and beignets topped with powdered sugar. Fountain drinks also are available. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Cash only. $

214 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 4861465; www.angelobrocatoicecream.com House-made gelato flavors include king cake, blood orange and Italian ice. Stracciatella gelato is the “Italian chocolate chip” gelato, made with a vanilla cream base and imported Italian chocolate. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Campbell’s Coffee & Tea

The Bean Gallery

624 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 2188900; 1130 S. Clearview Pkwy., Suite F, Harahan, (504) 736-5037; 70380 Hwy. 21, Suite 3, Covington (985) 871-1470; www.coldstonecreamery.com Cold Stone offers changing ice cream flavors such as fudge truffle, plus sundaes, cakes, shakes sorbet and more. King cake-flavored ice cream and king cake ice cream cakes are available. No reservations. Hours vary depending on location. Credit cards. $

637 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 324-8176; www.facebook.com/ thebeangallery The Mid-City sandwich combines smoked turkey, red onions, roasted red peppers, spinach, Swiss cheese and mustard on Leidenheimer bread. Bagel and lox sandwiches feature smoked salmon, capers, cream cheese, red onions and tomatos. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Sun.-Thu. Credit cards. $

Bittersweet Confections

725 Magazine St., (504) 523-2626; www.bittersweetconfections.com The chocolate overload

516 S. Tyler St., Covington, (985) 246-6992; www.campbellscoffee.com Baked goods include white chocolate almond scones and sage-cheddar biscuits. No reservations. Breakfast Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

Cold Stone Creamery

The Creole Creamery

4924 Prytania St., (504) 894-8680; 6260 Vicksburg St., (504) 4822924; www.creolecreamery.com The Creole Creamery makes original flavors like nectar cream sherbet. The Skyscraper

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1113 Decatur St., (504) 581-1112; www.caneandtablenola.com This craft cocktail and small plate restaurant focuses on Caribbean flavors. Crispy rum ribs are coated in rice flour, fried and served with papaya chutney. Similar to crab rangoon, cangrejitos are filled with Louisiana blue crab and served with General Joe’s sauce. No reservations. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

cupcake is filled with chocolate ganache, frosted with chocolate buttercream and topped with chocolate shavings. Salted caramels are dipped in dark Swiss chocolate and garnished with sea salt. Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

dumplings filled with seasoned crab-and-cream cheese filling. Beijing duck is served with hoisin sauce, pancakes, scallions and cucumber. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

winter restaurant guide sundae features scoops of chocolate, vanilla and cookies and cream ice cream with fudge, caramel and Oreos on top. The peanut butter fudge sundae has two scoops of fudge ice cream, peanut butter sauce, peanuts, hot fudge, whipped cream, sprinkles, wafers and cherries. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Cash only. $

Gambino’s Bakery

300 Lapalco Blvd., Gretna, (504) 391-0600; 4821 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 885-7500; www.gambinos.com These bakeries serve king cakes, doberge cakes, specialty cakes, pastries, eclairs, cream puffs, brownies, cookies and more. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Haydel’s Bakery

4037 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson, (504) 837-0190; www.haydelbakery.com Traditional king cakes are available year round. The Cajun Kringle is a flaky pastry filled with praline and topped with caramel icing and pecans. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

and pizza. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Morning Call

3325 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 885-4068; City Park, Timken Center, 56 Dreyfous Street, (504) 300-1157; www.morningcallcoffeestand.com Beignets are made with the same recipe as when Morning Call opened in the French Market in 1870. There’s a limited menu of items such as jambalaya, gumbo and red beans and rice. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Cash only. $

NOLA Beans

762 Harrison Ave., (504) 267-0783; www.nolabeans.com The Spanish Fort salad combines grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, avocado, pico de gallo, corn, black beans and avocado ranch dressing. The triple-decker Magic club sandwich is made with ham, turkey, bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomatos and house-made spread on a choice of bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Nonna Randazzo’s

925 E. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 684-0090; 800 Metairie Road, Suite 2033 N. Hwy. 190, Q, Metairie, (504) 267Suite 5, Covington, key lime 4990; 819 W. Esplanade (985) 893-1488; cupcake Ave., Kenner, (504) 22022 Marhsall 464-8884; 911 Veterans Road, Mandeville, Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (985) 898-2444; (504) 570-6420; 6233 www.nonnaskingS. Claiborne Ave., cakes.com The bakery offers king cakes, (504) 267-3328; www. pastries, turtles, almond thekupcakefactory.com macaroons, decorated cookies, The strawberries and cream breads, pies and more. The cupcake is a white almond cake Covington location offers a filled with strawberry compote. lunch menu of panini, salads The Key lime cupcake is filled and small pizzas. No reservawith tart custard and whipped tions. Hours vary by location. Key lime frosting. No reservaCredit cards. $ tions. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

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The Kupcake Factory

La Boulangerie

4600 Magazine St., (504) 269-3777 Le Parisien is a ham and cheese sandwich on house-baked baguette. Mille feuille vanille layers puff pastry and pastry cream and is drizzled with chocolate and vanilla icing. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $

La Divina Gelateria

621 St. Peter St., (504) 302-2692; 3005 Magazine St., (504) 342-2634; Loyola University, Carrollton Residence Hall, (504) 258-2115; www.ladivinagelateria.com Two of the most popular gelatos include Azteca (spicy chocolate) and bourbon-pecan, made with Maker’s Mark. Some locations serve panini, salads

PJ’S Coffee

Citywide; www.pjscoffee.com This locally founded coffee chain offers its own roasts in hot and cold coffee drinks and a selection of bagels, pastries, muffins and more. On the cool side, PJ’s granita is a slushy frozen coffee drink. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

The PeaceBaker

6601 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 1, Metairie, (504) 888-9094; www.thepeacebaker.com Gluten-free and vegan king cakes are cinnamon-flavored and topped with purple, green and gold sugar. The Chocolate Kiss is a thick chocolate ganache served cold or hot like a gooey molten chocolate cake. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

Pinkberry

citywide; www.pinkberry.com Pinkberry offers frozen and Greek yogurt in cups or waffle cones with a large selection of toppings. Pinkberry shakes are made with frozen yogurt and can include combinations such as mango-pineapple and chocolate-peanut butter. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Pure Yogurt Culture

8108 Hampson St., (504) 864-8108; www.pureyocult.com The selection of yogurts changes often and pure tart is a popular regular flavor. Recent flavors include salted caramel, kiwi and peanut butter, and there’s always a Who Dat mystery flavor. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Royal Blend Coffee & Tea House

204 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 835-7779; 621 Royal St., (504) 523-2716; www.royalblendcoffee.com The Old Metairie sandwich combines chicken salad, bacon and avocado on seven grain whole wheat bread. The California salad includes turkey, Swiss cheese, cucumber, avocado, sprouts and fresh vegetables. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Rue de la Course

1140 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 861-4343; www.facebook.com/ ruedelacourse The coffeeshop offers a selection of bagels (plain, sesame, everything, honey whole wheat or cinnamon-raisin) from Artz Bagelz. The Downtown sandwich includes turkey, bacon, Swiss cheese, avocado, tomato, lettuce, sprouts and mayonnaise on a choice of bagel and comes with chips, potato salad or coleslaw. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Cash only. $

Shake Sugary

3600 St. Claude Ave., (504) 3559345; www.shakesugary.com The sweet potato and maple bacon biscuit is a winter favorite. Vegan king cakes are available during Carnival. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $

Sucre

sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., 3025 Magazine St., (504) 520dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards 8311; Lakeside Shopping Center, and checks. $$$ 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 834-2277; Booty’s Street Food www.shopsucre.com 800 Louisa St., (504) 266-2887; Sucre’s macarons are www.bootysnola.com almond meringue cookThe menu of street ies filled with housefood items from made creams, ganaches The All Things around the globe or mousellines in flavors includes chicken such as salted caramel NOLA empanadas and pistachio. The All sundae served with Things NOLA sundae is smoked tomato made with brown-butter aioli. Tsukemono are pecan gelato, bread pudding Japanese-style pickles served pieces, bananas Foster sauce, over rice. Reservations acwhipped cream and pecans. No cepted for large parties. Lunch reservations. Breakfast, lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, late-night and dinner daily, late-night Fri.Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit Sat. Credit cards. $ cards. $

The Sweet Palate

519 St. Louis St., (504) 522-5150; www.thesweetpalate.com Chocolate mousse cakes are available with dark or white chocolate. Salt water taffy is available in seasonal flavors such as gingerbread, vanilla, red velvet cake and peppermint. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Tout De Suite Cafe

347 Verret St., (504) 362-2264; www.toutdesuitecafe.com For breakfast, the Atchafalaya features crawfish etouffee and eggs over stone-ground grits. Seduction salad combines spring greens, dried cranberries, walnuts, almonds, avocado, cucumber and house-made miso, agave and apple cider vinaigrette. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat. Brunch Sun. Credit cards. $

Village Coffee & Tea Co.

5335 Freret St., (504) 861-1909; www.villagecoffeenola.com This coffeehouse offers pastries all day, and the lunch menu includes the Turkey and Company sandwich layered with sliced turkey, avocado, sprouts, cucumbers, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise. The Asian chicken salad includes snow peas, Mandarin oranges and mixed greens. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

The Boston Restaurant

100 N.E. Central Ave., Amite, (985) 748-5555; www.bostonofamite.com The black Angus tomahawk rib-eye for two comes with a choice of three sides and two side salads. Panko-crusted chicken breast is served with crawfish cream sauce, two sides and salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Canal Street Bistro

3903 Canal St., (504) 482-1225; www.canalstreetbistro.com The chef’s omelet features lobster and Port Salut cheese and is topped with chile pasilla cream sauce and served with steak fries. German brisket is served with mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus and mushroom-cognac cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Breakfast Wed.-Mon., lunch Mon. and Wed.-Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Canal Street Grill

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JW Marriott Hotel, 614 Canal St., (504) 586-7211; www.canalstreetgrillneworleans.com Crispy wild calamari comes with lemon pepperoncini, torn basil and spicy tomato dip. Steak selections include a cowboy rib-eye, filet mignon and New York strip. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Bayona

The Delachaise

430 Dauphine St., (504) 5254455; www.bayona.com Chef Susan Spicer’s menu includes many MediterStill Perkin’ sweet potato ranean- and The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., and maple Creole-inspired (504) 899-0335; www.neworleanscoffeeshop.com bacon biscuit dishes. Wild Alaskan The coffeeshop offers salmon is served salads and wraps and is with choucroute known for its coffee with chicoand gewurztraminer sauce. ry. No reservations. Breakfast, Peppered lamb loin is served lunch and early dinner daily. with goat cheese and Zinfandel Credit cards. $

3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 8950858; www.thedelachaise.com Mussels are steamed with Thai chili and lime leaf. Chicken mofongo features plantains stuffed with stewed chicken. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Gautreau’s Restaurant

1728 Soniat St., (504) 899-7397; www.gautreausrestaurant.com Seared scallops come with

citrus brown butter, curry-carrot puree, grapes, sultanas and marcona almonds. Sauteed snapper is served with blood orange beurre blanc, shaved hearts of palm, oyster mushrooms and sugar snap peas. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

The Green Goddess

307 Exchange Place, (504) 3013347; www.greengoddessrestaurant.com The Mediterranean meatloaf sandwich features Two Run Farm lamb meatloaf, mint, parsley, pine nuts, spices and Halloumi cheese on a Dong Phuong Bakery pistolette. There’s always a vegetarian entree featuring local produce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Herbsaint Bar and Restaurant

701 St. Charles Ave., (504) 524-4114; www.herbsaint.com House-made spaghetti is tossed with house-cured guanciale and a poached and fried farm egg. Louisiana shrimp are served with Calasparra rice, artichokes and maitake mushrooms. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Iris

321 N. Peters St., (504) 299-3944; www.irisneworleans.com House-made bucatini pasta is served with braised short rib, baby shiitake mushrooms and Pecorino Fiore Sardo cheese. Berkshire pork loin comes with butternut squash, honey-smoked bacon, kale, turnip greens and apple jelly. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner Mon. and Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Ivy

5015 Magazine St., (504) 899-1330 Chef Sue Zemanick offers a selection of small plates. Grilled lobster is served with arugula, roasted potatoes and corn. Warm snow crab claws come with truffle butter. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit Cards. $$

La Provence

25020 Hwy. 190, Lacombe, (985) 626-7662; www.laprovencerestaurant.com Oysters Ooh La La is crab fat butter-crusted broiled oysters topped with Parmesan, saffron and chili flakes. Whole Mississippi rabbit is served with stewed red cabbage, roast rabbit jus and spaetzle. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Little Gem Saloon

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The music club and restaurant offers contemporary Creole cuisine. Mussels are steamed in Herbsaint-white wine broth with aromatic herbs and served with vegetables. Grilled hanger steak is served with smoked mushroom demi-glace and fennel potatoes. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Martinique Bistro

5908 Magazine St., (504) 891-8495; www.martiniquebistro.com Cassoulet is made with braised white beans, duck leg confit, applewood-smoked bacon and duck sausage. Escargot lyonnaise is served in profiterole garlic and walnut fine herb puree. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Meauxbar Bistro

942 N. Rampart St., (504) 5699979; www.meauxbar.com Hand-chopped steak tartare is served with a quail egg. Rabbit gumbo includes porcini mushrooms, fennel and house-smoked andouille. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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MiLa

817 Common St., (504) 412-2580; www.milaneworleans.com Chefs Slade and Allison Vines-Rushing put their spin on Southern fare. Vadouvan-spiced drum is served with a cassoulet of okra, tomatos and fingerling potatoes. New Orleans barbecue lobster is served with lemon confit and fresh thyme on a toasted baguette. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and dinner daily, lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$$

plates and combinations of pickles and kimchi. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Root

200 Julia St., (504) 252-9480; www.rootnola.com Sweet tea country-fried chicken wings are served with a miso-butterscotch country biscuit with sweet potato sorghum butter and smoked onion buttermilk dressing. Cohiba-smoked scallops feature chorizo dust, caramelized cauliflower, pimenton patatas bravas and black garlic fennel choucroute. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Rue 127

127 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 4831571; www.rue127.com Braised oxtail is served over Parmesan risotto with pickled pearl onions and charred grape tomatos. Pan-seared duck breast comes with smoked sweet potato puree, broccoli rabe, pickled beets, orange-braised fennel and garlic. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Salu

3226 Magazine St., (504) 371-5809; www.salurestaurant.com Braised short ribs are served with pappardelle and wild mushroom pomodoro sauce. The half-roasted duck includes duck breast, duck leg confit, sweet potato puree and braised mustard greens in pear sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

SoBou

310 Chartres St., (504) 552-4095; www.sobounola.com Shrimp and tasso pinchos are Mondo served with grilled 900 Harrison Ave., pineapple, pickled (504) 224-2633; www. ghost pepper fig pizza mondoneworleans.com jelly, chimichurri topped Louisiana oyster artiand Crystal hot with crispy sauce aioli. Sunchoke bread pudding is topped with fried prosciutto ny side up eggs oysters. Spanish-style and duck bacon shrimp fideo is a pasta are served on dish with peppers, brioche with a peas and lemon foie gras ice cream float. sherry garlic sauce. Reservations recommended. Reservations accepted for Breakfast, lunch and dinner large parties. Lunch Mon.-Fri., daily, brunch Sun. Credit dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. cards. $$ Credit cards. $$

Oxalis

3162 Dauphine St., (504) 2674776; www.oxalisbywater.com Korean bo ssam features pork belly, mushrooms or shrimp served with popcorn rice and kimchi on butter lettuce. Small plates include duck pate, sweet potato poutine, cheese

Stella!

1032 Chartres St., (504) 5870091; www.restaurantstella.com Duck five ways includes duck breast, leg, miso, wonton and a mushu pancake. Spicy Asian chili prawns are prepared like New Orleans barbecue shrimp. Bananas Foster features

caramelized brioche, lime curd, banana pudding and spiced walnut presse. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Suis Generis

3219 Burgundy St., (504) 309-7850; www.suisgeneris.com The constantly changing menu features dishes such as house-made ravioli with hand-forged black trumpet, lion’s mane and yellowfoot mushrooms and herbed mescal cream sauce. Panseared redfish is served with kumquat, basil and lemongrass puree, organic mustard greens and vegetable fried rice. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Wed.-Sun., late-night Thu.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards accepted. $$

Sylvain

625 Chartres St., (504) 265-8123; www.sylvainnola.com Heirloom apple and country ham salad includes roasted sweet potato, pumpkin seeds, blue cheese and cider vinaigrette. Gulf shrimp Pirlou is served with Louisiana popcorn rice, winter squash, kale, crispy pork belly, mushrooms and sherry butter. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Water Street Bistro

804 Water St., Madisonville, (985) 845-3855; www.waterstreetbistromadisonville.com Pan-seared scallops are served with baby spinach and feta. Grilled rack of lamb features balsamic- and rosemary-infused olive oil and comes with creamed potatoes and vegetables. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$$

CREOLE 5 Fifty 5

New Orleans Marriott, 555 Canal St., (504) 553-5638; www.555canal.com Chicken confit bisque is made with herb-roasted mushrooms and celery root. Marinated skirt steak comes with brown butter kale, smashed bliss potatoes and juniper berry veal demi-glace. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Annadele’s Plantation

71518 Chestnut St., Covington, (985) 809-7669; www.annadeles.com Strawberry salad Poncha-

winter restaurant guide toula features Ponchatoula strawberries, mesclun greens, shaved red onion, toasted almonds and vanilla bean vinaigrette. Gulf fish bearnaise is served with fried oysters, Yukon gold potatoes, sauteed sugar snap peas and bearnaise. Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$$

Antoine’s Restaurant

713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com Oysters Rockefeller, created here in 1899, are oysters covered with pureed greens (not spinach) and seasoned breadcrumbs and baked on the half shell. Alaska Antoine is the restaurant’s signature baked Alaska dessert for two: ice cream wrapped in pound cake and crowned with a toasted meringue shell and hot fudge. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Arnaud’s Restaurant

Atchafalaya

901 Louisiana Ave., (504) 8919626; www.atchafalayarestaurant.com Chappapeela Farms duck breast is served with poppyseed spaetzle, confit, Swiss chard, spiced pear compote and natural jus. The Boudreaux features sunny side up eggs, alligator sausage, jalapeno cornbread, crystal potatoes and Creole hollandaise. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, brunch Thu.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

The Bombay Club

830 Conti St., (504) 586-0972; www.thebombayclub.com Louisiana crab and roasted Creole tomato fondue is served with crostini. Cajun seared drum is served with sweet potato, corn and bacon hash and Creole tomato beurre blanc. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Cafe Adelaide and Swizzle Stick Bar

Loews New Orleans Hotel, 300 Poydras St., (504) 595-3305; www.cafeadelaide.com

Cafe Dauphine

5229 Dauphine St., (504) 3096391; www.cafedauphinenola.com Bell peppers are stuffed with crabmeat and shrimp dressing and then battered and deep fried. Char-grilled redfish is topped with spinach, crawfish and white wine cream sauce. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Gentilly

5325 Franklin Ave., (504) 281-4220; www.facebook.com/ cafegentilly The crab cake Benedict comes on grilled French bread topped with a fried crab cake, crabmeat bechamel, a poached egg and hollandaise. Breakfast is available all day, and the creamed spinach, crawfish and Swiss cheese omelet can be served in a po-boy. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Lynn

3051 E. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, (985) 624-9007; www.cafelynn.com Filet au poivre is an 8-ounce filet mignon topped with brandy and green peppercorn sauce. Pan-seared fish of the day comes with crabmeat, toasted almonds and brown butter. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Cafe Maspero

601 Decatur St., (504) 523-6250; www.cafemaspero.com The grilled alligator sausage po-boy comes with fries. The seafood platter includes fried catfish, shrimp, oysters and calamari and salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Cafe Reconcile

1631 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 568-1157; www.cafereconcile.org This restaurant and culinary training center offers a menu of Creole favorites. White beans and shrimp are cooked with tasso and served over rice with salad. Fried catfish

is served with two sides. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop

2309 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-2022; www.gumbostop.com Yumbo gumbo features Chef Ron’s Mumbo gumbo, topped with fried shrimp. Chicken Jefferson is Southern fried chicken breast topped with shrimp and crawfish cream sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Clancy’s

6100 Annunciation St., (504) 895-1111; www.clancysneworleans.com Mesquite-smoked softshell crab is served with sauteed lump crabmeat in lemon-Worcestershire brown butter with fresh parsley. The grilled veal chop is served with roasted tomato demi-glace and served with spaetzle and sauteed vegetables. Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

The Columns Hotel

3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 8999308; www.thecolumns.com Pan-seared shrimp balls are served with Creole tomato sauce with horseradish cream. The jumbo lump crab cake comes with fried green tomato and lemon grass beurre blanc. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Copeland’s Of New Orleans

Citywide; www.copelandsofneworleans.com Copeland’s serves a menu of creative twists on Cajun, Creole and Italian dishes as well as burgers, steaks, pasta and sandwiches. Crab cakes and shrimp Alfredo features two crab cakes topped with shrimp Alfredo sauce over angel hair pasta. The eggplant pirogue smothers fried eggplant slices with shrimp and crab claws in au gratin sauce over angel hair pasta. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

The Court Of Two Sisters

613 Royal St., (504) 522-7261; www.courtoftwosisters.com Veal Oscar comes with asparagus, sauteed lump crabmeat, tasso hollandaise and mashed new potatoes. Fried oysters Rockefeller features cornmeal-breaded Louisiana oysters over baked Herbsaint creamed spinach with bacon and bearnaise. Reservations accepted. Lunch,

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813 Bienville St., (504) 523-5433; www.arnaudsrestaurant.com Baked Louisiana oysters Bienville are topped with shrimp, mushrooms, green onions, herbs and seasonings and white wine sauce. Shrimp Arnaud features Gulf shrimp marinated in Arnaud’s tangy Creole remoulade. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

The shrimp and tasso corn dog features skewered jumbo shrimp dipped in tasso batter and fried, served with pickled okra and five pepper jelly and Crystal butter. Crackling-dusted duck confit is served with bacon- and onion-glazed Brussels sprouts and charred jalapeno jelly. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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winter restaurant guide dinner and brunch daily. Credit cards. $$$

Deuce McAllister’s Ole Saint Kitchen and Tap

132 Royal St., (504) 309-4797; www.olesaint.com The casual eatery’s menu features burgers, sandwiches, salads and local seafood dishes. The beer menu features a long list of Louisiana craft beers. The soft-shell crab BLT is dressed with garlic aioli on multigrain bread. The grilled 12-ounce strip loin is served with house-made andouille steak sauce and pomme frites. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

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2301 Orleans Ave., (504) 821-0600 Chef Leah Chase’s Creole gumbo features a medley of shrimp, crab, chicken, ham and sausage. Shrimp Clemenceau is a combination of shrimp, butter, garlic, peas and potatoes. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $$

dishes. Poisson meuniere amandine is a fried Gulf fish fillet topped with toasted almonds and meuniere sauce. The Galatoire goute is a cold seafood sampler including items such as shrimp remoulade, crabmeat maison and oysters en brochette. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$$

Gumbo Shop

630 St. Peter St., (504) 5251486; www.gumboshop.com Chicken espagnole features a half chicken simmered in brown sauce with mushrooms, shallots, wine and garlic and served over rice with vegetables. Fish Florentine is served on a bed of seasoned spinach with hollandaise. Reservations accepted for large parties Mon.-Thu. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Ignatius Eatery

3121 Magazine St., (504) 899-0242; www.ignatiuseatery.com Meatloaf is made with Poche’s pork and jalapeno boudin and served with red pepper relish, garlic smashed potatoes and corn Emeril’s Delmonico maque choux. The maca1300 St. Charles Ave., roni and cheese is made (504) 525-4937; www.emerwith fried shrimp, sharp ils.com/emerils-delmonico cheddar, provolone and The Creole mirliton pirogue applewood-smoked bacon. combines Gulf shrimp, Reservations Louisiana crab, Chiseaccepted. Creole si ham and roasted Lunch and mirliton red pepper butter. dinner daily, Bourbon-braised pork pirogue brunch Sat.shank comes with Sun. Credit red bean and rice cards. $$ congri, Creole baked banana and vinegar Jacmel Inn peppers. Reservations 903 E. Morris Ave., Hamrecommended. Dinner daily. mond, (985)-542-0043; www. Credit cards. $$$ jacmelinn.com The jumbo lump crab cakes Feelings Cafe are topped with pickled 2600 Chartres St., (504) 945squash and remoulade. 2222; www.feelingsLouisiana shrimp and cafe.com country grits are topped Gulf fish Nicholas features with smoked Gouda and a grilled fillet brushed barbecue shrimp sauce. with Dijon mustard and Reservations recomserved with grilled shrimp, mended. Lunch Wed.-Fri., creamed spinach and new dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch potatoes. Duck bigarade is Sunday. Credit Cards and half a roasted Long Island checks. $$$ duck glazed with Grand Jacques-Imo’s Cafe Marnier orange sauce and 8324 Oak St., (504) 861-0886; served with pecan rice and www.jacques-imos.com asparagus. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.- Blackened redfish is topped with crabmeat chili holSun., brunch Sun. Credit landaise and served with cards. $$$ salad and two sides. Grilled filet mignon is stuffed Galatoire’s with poached oysters and Restaurant topped with caramelized 209 Bourbon St., (504) 525red onions, blue cheese and 2021; www.galatoires.com tasso hollandaise. ReserThis Creole grande vations accepted for large dame offers a menu full parties. Dinner Mon.-Sat. of traditional seafood

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Jeff’s Creole Grille

5241 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8897992; www.jeffscreolegrille.com Grilled redfish is served with white wine lemon butter and grilled vegetables. The fried shrimp platter comes with french fries or potato salad. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

La Peniche Restaurant 1940 Dauphine St., (504) 9431460; www.facebook.com/ lapenicherestaurant The deep-fried pork chop comes with a choice of potato side dishes. Eggs Benedict features poached eggs served on top of an English muffin, Canadian bacon and grilled tomatos, served with hollandaise. No reservations. Open 24 hours Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

Le Bayou Restaurant

208 Bourbon St., (504) 525-4755; www.lebayourestaurant.com Bayou baked oysters on the half shell are topped with creamy spinach, artichoke, applewood-smoked bacon and Parmesan. Catfish is stuffed with crawfish dressing and served with crawfish cream sauce and jambalaya. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Le Citron Bistro

1539 Religious St., (504) 566-9051; www.le-citronbistro.com Blackened redfish is topped with lump crabmeat and hollandaise and comes with mixed vegetables and sweet potato mash. Fried green tomatos are topped with remoulade. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Li’l Dizzy’s Cafe

1500 Esplanade Ave., (504) 569-8997; www.lildizzyscafe.com Li’l Dizzy’s Cafe is known for fried chicken and Creole file gumbo made with ham, chicken, crab and house-made sausage. Trout Bacquet is topped with crabmeat and lemon butter. Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Louie & The Redhead Lady

2820 E. Causeway Approach., Mandeville, (985)

626-6044; www.louieandtheredheadlady.com Eggplant Algiers features three fried eggplant medallions layered with a crab cake, boiled shrimp, crabmeat and light sherry cream sauce. Oysters La Luzianne are fried and topped with garlic, parsley, butter and cheese. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

Mandina’s Restaurant

chicken and sausage. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Neyow’s Creole Cafe

3340 Bienville St., (504) 8275474; www.neyowscreolecafe.com Char-grilled oysters are topped with butter and cheese sauce. The seafood platter includes fried shrimp, oysters, fish, a stuffed crab and two sides. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Olivier’s Creole 3800 Canal St., (504) 4829179; www.mandinasRestaurant restaurant.com 204 Decatur St., (504) 525The Creole-Italian menu 7734; www.oliviersfeatures trout or catfish creole.com meuniere or amandine. Braised Creole Turtle soup is rabbit is served with topped with sage-oyster dressing. braised sherry. ResEggplant Olivier ervations Creole features crawfish accepted for tails and andouille in rabbit large parties. basil-garlic sauce over Lunch and flash-fried eggplant dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ slices. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Manning’s daily. Credit cards. $$ 519 Fulton St., (504) 593-8118; Palace Cafe www.manningsnew605 Canal St., (504) 523-1661; orleans.com www.palacecafe.com The Archie burger is topped Palace Cafe serves creative with aged cheddar cheese, Creole dishes. Crabmeat applewood-smoked bacon cheesecake is topped with and caramelized onions on Creole meuniere. Andoua toasted brioche bun. Redille-crusted fish is served fish courtbouillon features with Crystal hot sauce crab, shrimp and oysters beurre blanc. For dessert, over Louisiana popcorn rice. there’s white chocolate Reservations accepted. bread pudding. ReservaLunch and dinner daily, tions accepted. Lunch and brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit dinner daily, brunch Sun. cards. $$$ Credit cards. $$$ Mena’s Palace

200 Chartres St., (504) 5250217; www.menaspalace.com Shrimp remoulade salad features Gulf shrimp with house-made remoulade, lettuce and fried tomatos. The muffuletta comes on French bread with housemade olive salad and is served warm. No reservations. Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Mother’s Restaurant

401 Poydras St., (504) 5239656; www.mothersrestaurant.net Diners line up at the counter to order from a menu of po-boys and Creole staples such as etouffee and red beans and rice. The Ferdi po-boy is loaded with roast beef debris, baked ham, shredded cabbage, pickles, mayonnaise and yellow and Creole mustards. Jerry’s jambalaya is studded with

Pere Antoine Restaurant

741 Royal St., (504) 581-4478; www.pereantoine.com Crawfish and crab cake Pontchartrain features pasta topped with crawfish, crab cakes and lemon-butter sauce. The New Orleans sampler includes shrimp Creole, red beans and rice, jambalaya and bread pudding. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

The Praline Connection

542 Frenchmen St., (504) 943-3934; www.pralineconnection.com File gumbo is made with shrimp, crab and smoked sausage. Crawfish etouffee features crawfish tails smothered in tomato-based gravy and served with rice. Reservations accepted. PAGE 47

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Lunch and dinner daily, latenight Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Remoulade

309 Bourbon St., (504) 523-0377; www.remoulade.com The Table of Louisiana includes a bowl of turtle soup, a Natchitoches meat pie and crawfish etouffee. New Orleans-style stuffed crabs are topped with buttered breadcrumbs and baked in the shell. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Restaurant Cypress

4426 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-6885; www. restaurantcypress.com Slow-roasted duck comes with huckleberry sauce and andouille and cornbread dressing. The fish of the day is pan-seared and served with asparagus and crabmeat butter. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Saints & Sinners

627 Bourbon St., (504) 528-9307; www.saintsandsinnersnola.com House-made crawfish pies feature Risotto-style rice with crawfish and cheese in puff pastry. Shrimp and tasso pasta combines sauteed Gulf shrimp, smoked tasso and creamy rose sauce. Reservation accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Sassafras Creole & Seafood Restaurant

and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

5725 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, (504) 733-3000; www.smiliesrestaurant.com Augie’s Delight includes a 6-ounce beef filet, soft-shell crab topped with jumbo lump crabmeat, vegetables and potatoes. Catfish Lafitte is a fillet topped with crawfish sauce and served with potatoes and vegetables. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Dorignac’s

710 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 834-8216; www. dorignacs.com The grocery store has a deli for sandwiches and Jezz’s Kitchen serves daily lunch specials. Artichokes are stuffed with Parmesan, toasted breadcrumbs, extra virgin olive oil and lemon and then steamed. Hand-battered and fried chicken livers are available on a lunch plate. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards and checks. $

T LeBlanc’s Creole Kitchen

797 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 781-8100; www.facebook.com/ tleblancscreolekitchen Eggplant Ponchatoula is topped with shrimp, bell peppers, green onions, mushroom and pimientos flamed with brandy and finished with cream. New Orleans-style barbecue shrimpstuffed mirliton is served with baked macaroni, vegetables and salad. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Thu.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $$

Tableau

616 St. Peter St., (504) 934-3463; www.tableaufrenchquarter.com Tableau’s updated Creole cuisine includes bacon-wrapped oysters en brochette served with roasted garlic butter and grilled Two Run Farm lamb chops served with New Orleans-style barbecue sauce. Reservations resommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Fresh Bar

potatoes and asparagus. Fried oysters top spinach salad with blue cheese, red onion, spiced pecans and warm bacon vinaigrette. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Upperline Restaurant

1413 Upperline St., (504) 891-9822; www.upperline.com Tujague’s Restaurant The Taste of New Orleans 823 Decatur St., (504) 525-8676; three-course dinner www.tujagues.com includes choices such Prix fixe fiveas duck etouffee, spicy course dinners shrimp with cornbread include a roast duck and slow-roasted duck choice of with peach quarter. Roast duck entree and ginger sauce with garlic-port or signature brispeach-ginger sauce is a ket with horsesignature dish. Reservaradish sauce and tions recommended. Dinner shrimp remoulade. Blackened redfish is served with mashed Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Willie Mae’s Scotch House

2401 St. Ann St., (504) 822-9503 Willie Mae’s is best known for its fried chicken and traditional Creole dishes. There is bread pudding for dessert. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

DELI Breaux Mart

Citywide; www.breauxmart.com At the deli counter, crispy fried catfish comes with sides like macaroni and cheese or fried okra. Monday’s red beans and rice special comes with a baked or fried pork chop and side items. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Canseco’s Market

1519 Metairie Road, Metairie,

Chef Carlos Rodriguez prepares Mediterranean favorites at Albasha Greek and Lebanese Restaurant.

(504) 835-5979; 3135 Esplanade Ave., (504) 322-2595; 5217 Elysian Fields Ave., (504) 218-8426; www.cansecosmarkets.com The markets offer an array of sandwiches, salads, entrees, cheeses, baked goods and more. The pressed Cuban sandwich is filled with marinated pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard. Garlic roast beef is cooked in house and served hot on French bread. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch

6101 Magazine St., (504) 309-9513; www.freshbarnola.com The Asian Persuasion salad combines chopped romaine, edamame, tofu, broccoli, carrots, crumbled egg, alfalfa sprouts, crispy wontons and slivered almonds with chicken, shrimp, steak or turkey and house-made Asian, sesame or Thai peanut dressing. The Delly pear salad features spring greens, diced pears, dried cranberries, candied pecans, sunflower seeds, feta cheese with chicken, shrimp, steak or turkey and house-made pepper jelly or blue cheese vinaigrette. Both items also are available as wraps. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Guillory’s Deli & Tamales

3708 Derbigny St., Metairie, (504) 833-1390; www.guillorysdeliandtamales.com Mr. G’s burgers are houseground chuck patties topped with house-made chili. Hot tamale sandwiches are served on French bread and topped with chili and cheese. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

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2501 Leon C. Simon Drive, (504) 288-3939; www.sassafrasnola.com Stuffed bell peppers are filled with beef, shrimp and crabmeat and served with baked macaroni, green beans and salad. Crabellini features fried crab cakes with capellini tossed with sauteed crawfish tails, mushrooms, pesto sauce and is served with salad. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Smilie’s Restaurant

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(504) 888-2010; www.koshercajun.com The J&N Special is made with corned beef, pastrami, horseradish, mustard and coleslaw on rye, served hot. The kosher fried shrimp po-boy features imitation shrimp dressed with cocktail sauce, lettuce and tomato. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch Sun.Fri., dinner Mon.-Thu. Credit cards. $

Lakeview Grocery

801 Harrison Ave., (504) 293-1201; www.lakeviewgrocery.com Wednesday’s steak special features a 12-ounce rib-eye served with a loaded baked potato. The menu includes po-boys, muffulettas, fried and rotisserie chicken and more. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

Langenstein’s

800 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 831-6682; 1330 Arabella St., (504) 899-9283; www.langensteins.com The better cheddar dip combines white cheddar cheese, walnuts, garlic and green onions. Shrimp salad is made with Gulf shrimp, Creole mustard, mayonnaise, horseradish and capers. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

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Martin Wine Cellar

714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, (504) 896-7350; www.martinwine.com The wine emporium’s deli counter offers sandwiches, burgers, salads, cheese plates and bagels with smoked salmon. The Steamboat combines corned beef, ham, hickory-smoked bacon, Swiss cheese, onions and Creole mustard on an onion roll, served hot. Pan-roasted salmon is served with asparagus and wild mushroom vinaigrette. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Fri., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

McAlister’s Deli

Citywide; www.mcalistersdeli.com The club sandwich has layers of ham, turkey, cheddar, applewood-smoked bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and honey mustard on toasted wheat bread. The Spud Max potato is loaded with ham, turkey, bacon, melted Swiss and cheddar cheeses, olives, green onions and sour cream. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Mr. Roo’s Deli & Catering 3501 Severn Ave., Metairie,

(504) 885-4010 The club sandwich features turkey, ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on white or wheat bread. The shrimp and catfish platter includes toast, fries and salad. No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $

Paradise Cafe

3717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-4141; www. paradisecafeandgifts.com Chicken salad fills an avocado served on a bed of lettuce. The double-decker club deluxe sandwich comes with ham, turkey, cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Quarter Master Deli

1100 Bourbon St., (504) 529-1416; www.quartermasterdeli.net The deli counter offers sandwiches, entrees and side items, and stocks an array of chips and drinks. The grilled chicken sandwich is dressed with honey mustard, lettuce and tomato. Fresh fruit cobblers are made in-house with apple, cherry or peach fillings. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Cash only. $

Qwik Chek Deli & Catering

2018 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, (504) 456-6362 The roast beef po-boy is dressed with lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on French bread. Caesar salad can be topped with either grilled chicken or shrimp. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Reuben’s Soup & Sandwich Co.

920 Gravier St., (504) 373-6687; www.reubenssandwich.com Duck gumbo is Thursday’s special. The Reuben features pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing on rye. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Rouses

Citywide; www.rouses.com Get items cooked to order at the grill or Asian noodle bar or choose from sandwiches, baked goods, pizza, a salad bar and a hot line with items such as fried chicken, ribs, lasagna, mashed potatoes and macaroni and cheese. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

Sammy’s Food Service & Deli

3000 Elysian Fields Ave., (504) 947-0675; www.sammysfood.com The Ray Ray sandwich comes

with fried chicken breast, grilled ham and Swiss cheese. The blue cheese bacon burger features a three-quarter pound fresh-ground chuck patty. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Stein’s Market & Deli

2207 Magazine St., (504) 5270771; www.steinsdeli.net The Sam sandwich includes hot pastrami, Emmentaler, coleslaw and house-made Russian dressing on choice of bread. Thursday’s special is the South Philly roast pork sandwich with broccoli rabe and aged provolone on house-made ciabatta. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $

Tag’s Meat Market & Deli

1207 E. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 277-6594 This market specializes in house-made Italian and hot sausages. Deli offerings include hog’s head cheese and there’s a spicy version made with jalapeno. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Verti Marte

1201 Royal St., (504) 525-4767 The deli counter offers a wide variety of po-boys, salads and entrees. The Skillet is a breakfast sandwich featuring ham, eggs, bell peppers, tomatos, fried potatoes, cheese and house “wow” sauce. The Royal Feast includes roast beef, ham and turkey with hot pepper cheese, grilled onions, black olives and “wow” sauce. Delivery available. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Cash only. $

Welty’s Deli and Catering

336 Camp St., (504) 592-0223; www.weltysdeli.com Smoked salmon salad tops chopped romaine lettuce with smoked salmon, red Bermuda onions, hard-boiled eggs, parsley, honey-mustard dressing, crostini and a drizzle of sour cream. The French dip sandwich features medium rare roast beef and aged provolone cheese on French bread served au jus. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Whole Foods Market

3420 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-8225; 5600 Magazine St., (504) 899-9119; www.wholefoodsmarket.com These markets feature salad bars, deli salads and entrees, baked goods, pizza and sandwiches. Sweet potato salad comes with kale, blue cheese, walnuts and balsamic

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Daisy Dukes

DINER

121 Chartres St., (504) 561-5171; 123 Carondelet St., (504) 5222233; 5209 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 883-5513; www. daisydukesrestaurant.com The New Orleans sampler features red beans and rice, etouffee, a cup of gumbo, fried green tomatos and a biscuit. The Cajun omelet includes cheese, hot sausage, tomatos, onion, parsley and paprika and is served with hash browns or grits and toast or a biscuit. The breakfast menu is available all day. No reservations. Chartres Street: open 24 hours daily. West Napoleon Avenue: Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Dot’s Diner

Zara’s Market

2042 Prytania St., (504) 5233658; 4838 Prytania St., 8950581; www.zarasmarket.com Zara’s serves its version of crawfish Monica as well as po-boys filled with shrimp or oysters. No reservations. 4838 Prytania St.: breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily; 2042 Prytania St.: breakfast, lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

2917 Magazine St., (504) 301-2771; www.anotherbrokenegg.com Shrimp and grits include shrimp and andouille cooked in a Low Country reduction sauce with peppers and onions served over creamy cheese grits with garlic French bread. Redfish etouffee features a blackened redfish fillet topped with Creole crawfish sauce served with grilled asparagus. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Camellia Grill

City Diner

3116 S. I-10 Service Road East, Metairie, (504) 831-1030; 5708 Citrus Blvd., Harahan, (504) 309-7614; www.citydiner.biz The Bottom of the Bowl is a bread bowl filled with crawfish, crabmeat and shrimp in cream sauce topped with mixed cheeses. The Cajun burger features a hot sausage and ground beef patty. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Clover Grill

900 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1010; www.clovergrill.com This retro-styled diner serves burgers and breakfast items around the clock. Chicken-fried steak comes with two eggs, toast and hash browns or grits. Biscuits and gravy features country gravy on an open-face biscuit. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

The Grill

540 Chartres St., (504) 522-1800 The Grill offers the same menu as the affiliated Camelia Grill. The deli roast beef is a 10-inch po-boy piled with roast beef and slathered in gravy. Hickman’s burger is topped with melted Swiss, sauteed mushrooms and onions. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

IHOP

Citywide; www.ihop.com The breakfast sampler includes two eggs, two strips of bacon, two pork sausage links, two pieces of ham, hash browns and two buttermilk pancakes. Grilled tilapia is served with hollandaise, red potatoes, steamed broccoli and garlic bread. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

Ma Momma’s House

5741 Crowder Blvd., Suite A3, (504) 244-0021; www.facebook. com/mamommashouse Chicken and waffles includes a Belgian waffle and three or six fried chicken wings. Shrimp and grits is served with two eggs and toast. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Thu.-Mon., dinner Thu.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Magnolia Grill

1122 Decatur St., (504) 566-6003; www.magnoliagrillofnola.com The Magnolia Special is a triple-decker sandwich layered

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Parrot Pete’s

Fountain Park Centre, 1901 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 362-9780; www.parrotpetes.com The Kitchen Sink is a 10-scoop ice cream sundae with all the toppings and a can of whipped cream. Goin’ Fosters pancakes are traditional pancakes topped with flambeed bananas and brown sugar and whipped cream. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Slim Goodies Diner

3322 Magazine St., (504) 8913447; www.slimgoodiesdiner. com The Guatemalan breakfast combo includes eggs, black beans, plantains and warm tortillas. The one-eyed bacon cheeseburger is topped with a fried egg, lettuce, tomato and pickles. The diner also serves house-made chai tea and espresso drinks. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.Fri. Checks. $

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Steve’s Diner

Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 210, (504) 522-8198; www.steves-diner.com The chicken bacon melt features sliced grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato and Swiss cheese on French bread. The seafood platter includes fried shrimp, catfish, oysters and two sides. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Ted’s Frostop

3100 Calhoun St., (504) 861-3615; www.tedsfrostop.com The Loto burger combo features a hamburger dressed with lettuce, tomato and onions served with french fries and a mug of Frostop root beer. The draft-style root beer also fills old-fashioned floats. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

FONDUE The Melting Pot

1820 St. Charles Ave., (504) 5253225; www.meltingpot.com The Classic is a four-course meal that includes Angus sirloin, a Memphis-style barbecued pork medallion, Pacific white shrimp, PAGE 50

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626 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 309-2679 The deli roast beef is a 10-inch po-boy piled with roast beef in gravy. Hickman’s burger is topped with melted Swiss cheese, sauteed mushrooms and onions. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Citywide; www.dotsdiner.com The Dotwich is a breakfast sandwich of scrambled eggs, a sausage patty and cheese on a grilled buttermilk biscuit. Grilled hamburger steak is topped with mushrooms, onions and brown gravy and comes with salad, vegetables, garlic bread and hash browns or mashed potatoes. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

with turkey, bacon, ham, American and Swiss cheeses, lettuce, tomato and mayo. The fried seafood platter includes shrimp, calamari, catfish, oysters and a house-made crab cake. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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herb-crusted chicken breast and teriyaki-marinated sirloin. The French Quarter entree includes filet mignon, Cajun-seasoned shrimp, Andouille and Cajun-seasoned chicken. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

FRENCH Baie Rouge

4128 Magazine St., (504) 304-3667; www.baierougenola.com The 8-ounce chuck Baie burger is dressed with garlic aioli, red onion marmalade, arugula, applewood-smoked bacon, manchego cheese and a fried egg on a seeded Roma roll. It’s served with hand-cut fries or citrus coleslaw. Shrimp and risotto Milanese tops saffron risotto with lemon-seasoned jumbo shrimp drizzled with chili oil and served with haricots verts. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Bouligny Tavern

3641 Magazine St., (504) 8911810; www.boulignytavern.com Chef John Harris’ elegant tavern offers cheese boards and small plates. Dishes include bone marrow and garlic crostini and airy Gouda beignets. No reservations. Dinner and late-night Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Cafe Degas

3127 Esplanade Ave., (504) 945Ignatius serves 5635; www.cafedegas.com chicken salad with Cognac duck foie gras with lettuce and tomato black truffle is served with on a brioche bun. brioche crostini and honey balsamic gastrique. Braised veal stew with carrots and pearl onions fill a puff pastry Crepes A La Cart topped with wild mushroom 1039 Broadway St., (504) 866and white wine bechamel. 2362; www.crepecaterer.com Reservations recommended. The chicken Lunch Wed.-Sat., florentine dinner Wed.-Sun., comes with brunch Sun. Credit escargots cheese, cards. $$$ bourguignons Swiss mushrooms, red onion and Chateau du Lac baby spinach. Bistro The tiki rum runner is filled 2037 Metairie Road, with Nutella, pecan, coconut, Metairie, (504) 8313773; raisin, caramel, rum and www.chateaudulacbistro.com cream. Delivery available. No Escargots bourguignons are reservations. Breakfast, lunch, served with garlic and parsley dinner and late-night daily. butter. Traditional French Credit cards. $ cassoulet is served with duck confit. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Dominique’s on Magazine Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ 4213 Magazine St., (504) 891-9282; www.dominiquesCiro’s Cote Sud onmagazine.com 7918 Maple St., (504) 866-9551; Sizzling Royal Red shrimp is www.cotesudrestaurant.com served with a lemon-thyme Cotes d’agneau grillees aux beurre blanc. Braised Morgan herbs de Provence is a grilled Ranch wagyu beef short rack of lamb served with ribs are served with root vegetables. Les moules frites vegetable puree. Reservations is a large bowl of steamed recommended. Dinner Mon.mussels served with fries and Sat. Credit cards. $$$ a choice of marinieres, curry, Provencal or blue cheese Flaming Torch sauce. Delivery available. Reservations recommendRestaurant ed. Dinner daily. Cash and 737 Octavia St., (504) 895-0900; www.flamingtorchnola.com checks. $$

winter restaurant guide Coq au vin pommes de terre gremolata features red winebraised, free-range chicken served with potatoes, root vegetables and gremolata. Barbecue shrimp features whole jumbo shrimp cooked with herbs, spices and butter served with potatoes. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

La Crepe Nanou

1410 Robert St., (504) 899-2670; www.lacrepenanou.com The brunch menu includes a Louisiana jumbo lump crab omelet with sauteed spinach and Mornay sauce. For dinner, crispy sweetbreads are served with sherry vinaigrette, lardons and frisee. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

eggs in brioche. Popular lunch items include a tuna nicoise salad with olives, potatoes, boiled eggs and hearts of palm. The grilled steak sandwich is dressed with pistou, pickled carrots, shallots and spicy aioli on ciabatta. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

GERMAN Jager Haus German Restaurant & Bar

GREEK

lobster and ceviche with remoulade, horseradish, cocktail and mignonette sauces. Choucroute garnie maison features bratwurst, crispy pork belly, smoked pork shank, house-made sauerkraut and sweet mustard. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Rene Bistrot

Renaissance Arts Hotel, 700 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 6132350; www.renebistrotneworleans.com The oyster bar platter includes lobster, oysters, ceviche, shrimp, mussels and steamed clams, available in two sizes. Gulf fish is served with oyster dressing, mirliton slaw and citrus butter. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Tartine

7217 Perrier St., (504) 866-4860; www.tartineneworleans.com The breakfast menu includes daily quiche selections, scones, bagels and baked

INDIAN/PAKISTANI Nirvana Indian Cuisine

4308 Magazine St., (504) 8949797; www.insidenirvana.com The south India menu includes many vegetarian dishes such as paneer with baby corn and mushrooms. The Nirvana special features buttered chicken, lamb kebab and Manchurian shrimp. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Saffron NOLA

505 Gretna Blvd., Suite 6, Gretna, (504) 363-2174; www.saffronnola.com Lamb chops are soaked in rum, grilled and served with spicy red rogan josh sauce and kidchi, a blend of rice and lentils. Pulled pork vindaloo is served with sauteed spinach on a brioche bun. Reservations recommended. Dinner Fri. Credit cards. $$

Salt ’n’ Pepper

403 Iberville St., (504) 561-6070 Paneer tikka masala features

Schiro’s India Cafe

2483 Royal St., (504) 944-6666; www.schiroscafe.com. The tandoori chicken tikka is a grilled marinated boneless chicken kebab served with basmati rice, house-made bread and raita and tamarind sauce. The curry comes with a choice of chicken, lamb or shrimp sauteed with onion, garlic, ginger and curry sauce and topped with green onions. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine

923 Metairie Road, Suite C, Metairie, (504) 836-6859 The menu features traditional Indian dishes including tandoori chicken, lamb curry and vegetable samosas. There are many vegetarian options including saag paneer, which combines fresh spinach and house-made cheese. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

IRISH The Irish House

1432 St. Charles Ave., (504) 595-6755; www.theirishhouseneworleans.com Chef Matt Murphy offers hearty pub fare and refined dishes. Beer-battered fish and chips come with house-made tartar sauce and malt vinegar. Traditional shepherd’s pie is topped with melted cheddar and served with salad. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

ITALIAN Adolfo’s

611 Frenchmen St., (504) 948-3800 House-made crabmeat and corn cannelloni is served with spicy cream sauce. Rack of lamb comes with pasta or salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner daily. Cash only. $$

Amici Restaurant & Bar

3218 Magazine St., (504) 300-1250; www.amicinola.com Amici serves coal-fired pizza and Italian dishes. Carni Italiane pizza is topped with house marinara, salami, pancetta, meatballs, capicola and mozzarella. Pasta granchio features lump crabmeat and Serrano peppers. Reservations PAGE 53

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833 Conti St., (504) 525-9200; www.jager-haus.com Sauerbraten is marinated beef sirloin served in sweet and sour gravy with spaetzle. The Munich plate includes weiner schnitzel, a Bavarian-style pork chop, German-style Alaskan meatloaf, bratwurst, king crab Lilette knackwurst, 3637 Magazine St., claws sauerkraut, (504) 895-1636; spaetzle, potato www.lilettesalad, red cabbage and musrestaurant.com tard. Reservations accepted. Alaskan king crab claws are served with passion Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ fruit butter. Sauteed loup de mer is Mediterranean sea bass served with hen of the woods mushrooms, wilted spinach and marsala cream. Mr. Gyros Greek Reservations recommended. Restaurant Dinner Mon.-Sat., lunch Tue.3363 Severn Ave., Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Metairie, (504) 833-9228; www.mrgyros.org Luke Moussaka combines eggplant, Hilton Hotel, 333 St. Charles potatoes and meat sauce Ave., (504) 378-2840; in creamy bechamel. Gyros www.lukeneworleans.com sandwiches and platters with Le grand plateau de fruits roasted potatoes are available. de mer includes P&J oysters, No reservations. Lunch and chilled clams, mussels, Louisiana shrimp, whole Maine dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Indian cottage cheese, sauteed spinach, tomato and spicy gravy. Chicken tikka masala is spiced chicken in creamy tomato sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Ancora Pizzeria & Salumeria

4508 Freret St., (504) 3241636; www.ancorapizza.com Pizza Diavola has spicy Naples salumi, fior de latte, chili and tomato. The antipasti plate is a sampling of all available appetizers, including bruschetta and cured meats. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Andrea’s Restaurant

3100 19th St., Metairie, (504) 834-8583; www.andreasrestaurant.com Chef Andrea Apuzzo prepares Italian dishes with a variety of local seafood. Capelli de Andrea is smoked salmon and vodka caviar, tossed with angel hair pasta. Osso buco Milanese is a braised veal shank served with saffron rice. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Assunta’s Italian Restaurant

Bosco’s Italian Cafe

2040 Hwy. 59, Mandeville, (985) 624-5066; www.boscositalian.com Oysters Bosco tops oysters with sauteed pancetta, artichoke hearts, garlic and green onions and seasoned breadcrumbs. The muffuletta has layers of salami, mortadella, smoked ham, mozzarella and provolone cheeses and olive salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Bravo! Cucina Italiana

3413 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8288828; www.bravoitalian.com Crawfish ravioli features lobster-stuffed ravioli served with spicy crawfish tomato cream sauce. Chicken pesto spaghetti combines grilled chicken, pesto cream sauce, mozzarella, basil, and grape tomatos.

Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Brick Oven Cafe

2805 Williams Blvd., Suite F, Kenner, (504) 466-2097; www.brickovencafe.biz The namesake Brick Oven pizza features Italian sausage, roasted chicken, mushrooms, roasted garlic, mozzarella and house-made marinara. Cosoletta di vitello is a paneed 12-ounce veal chop topped with piccata sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Ditali’s

1650 Manhattan Blvd., Suite E, Harvey, (504) 361-0058; www.ditalis.com The crab cake burger features a fried blue crab cake dressed and served on a toasted bun with fries. Chicken Milano is served with garlic bread and combines baked chicken breast, fettuccine, broccoli and Alfredo sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Delivery available. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Cafe Giovanni

117 Decatur St., (504) 529-2154; www.cafegiovanni.com Southern-style Louisiana Voodoo shrimp features jumbo shrimp in sweet and spicy sauce and is served

with grits, marinated portobello mushroom and fried green tomato. Oysters Giovanni are fried Louisiana oysters served on a bed of six sauces. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Cafe Roma

1901 Sophie Wright Place, (504) 524-2419; www.caferomauptown.com The Roma sandwich is an Italian loaf filled with pepperoni, salami, ham, cheese, black olives and onions. Chicken Caesar salad is tossed with housemade Caesar dressing. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Carmelo Ristorante

1901 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 624-4844; www.carmeloristorante.com Vitello piccata is sauteed, hand-cut veal topped with peppers and artichokes in lemon butter sauce. The Leonora fish of the day is pan-roasted and served with lemon butter and artichokes. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

Cibugnu

709 St. Charles Ave., (504) 558-8986; www.cibugnu.com Ravioli filled with sweet

corn mousse, charred corn and mascarpone are served with roasted garlic cream, warm blueberries, scallions, olio verde and Pecorino Romano. Calamari is stuffed with Italian sausage and served over chickpea polenta with gremolata. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$

ed. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Coscino’s Italian Grill

DiCristina’s

1809 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 727-4984; www.coscinositaliangrill.com New York-style hand-tossed pies feature thin crusts and are cooked on stone deck ovens. Eggplant Parmesan features lightly breaded fried eggplant medallions topped with red gravy and mozzarella cheese served with pasta and housebaked bread. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch daily, dinner Tue.Sun., late-night Sat. Credit cards. $$

Del Porto Ristorante

501 E. Boston St., Covington, (985) 875-1006; www.delportoristorante.com Beef carpaccio is topped with house-made truffled creme fraiche, Parmigiano Reggiano and arugula and olive oil. Lamb osso buco is served with creamy roasted garlic polenta, roasted carrots and mint gremolata. Reservations recommend-

Chef Miles Prescott prepares Spanish- and Latin American-inspired dishes at RioMar.

810 N. Columbia St., Suite C, Covington, (985) 875-0160; www.dicristinas.com Veal cutlets are served with crabmeat cream sauce, baked macaroni and sauteed greens. Eggplant Drew features battered and fried medallions served on a bed of angel hair pasta with crawfish sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

DiMartino’s Famous New Orleans Muffulettas 700 S. Tyler St., Covington, (985) 276-6460; 1788 Carol Sue Ave., Gretna, (504) 3927589; 3900 Gen. DeGaulle Drive, (504) 367-0227; 6641 Westbank Expwy., Suite A, Marrero, (504) 341-4096; www.dimartinos.com The 5-inch po-boy combo includes a po-boy, a cup of gumbo and potato salad. Chicken parmigiana features fried chicken breast PAGE 55

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2631 Hwy. 190 W., Slidell, (985) 649-9768; www.assuntas.com The frutti di mare is a combination of shrimp, crawfish, oysters, calamari, mussels, clams and bay scallops sauteed with diced tomatos, olive oil, marinara and garlic. Fried crab cakes are available as an appetizer or entree. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

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topped with cheese and red sauce served over pasta. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $$

Domenica

The Roosevelt Hotel, 123 Baronne St., (504) 648-6020; www.domenicarestaurant.com Wood-fired roasted eggplant is topped with olive oil, braised vegetables and tahini. Smoked pork pizza is topped with slow-cooked pork shank, mozzarella cheese, Anaheim chili peppers, heavy cream, red onions and salsa verde. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Eleven79

1179 Annunciation St., (504) 299-1179; www.eleven79.com Milanese-style osso buco is served with pappardelle pasta. Jumbo Gulf shrimp are cooked with rosemary, olive oil, bay leaves, white wine and cracked black pepper. Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Metairie, (504) 834-5646; www. furysrestaurant.com Trout Carrie is a fillet topped with sauteed crabmeat and served with salad, vegetables and potatoes or spaghetti. Veal Parmesan with melted mozzarella cheese comes with a choice of pasta, salad and vegetables. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Gio’s Villa Vancheri

2890 E. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, (985) 624-2597; www.giosvillavancheri.com Orecchio vi elefante is a 16-ounce veal chop pounded thin, breaded and served with lemon butter sauce and pasta marinara. Osso buco alla Milanese is a veal shank slowcooked with special herbs and sauce served with risotto or pasta. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Giorlando’s Restaurant

Fury’s Restaurant

724 Martin Behrman Ave.,

Irene’s Cuisine

539 St. Philip St., (504) 529-8811 Paneed oysters and grilled

Italian Barrel

430 Barracks St., (504) 5690198; www.italianbarrel.com Pumpkin ravioli features house-made pasta filled with pumpkin sauteed in butter and sage. The grilled 12-ounce center-cut filet mignon is served with sauteed potatoes and creamy green peppercorn sauce or dolce Gorgonzola sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Mariza

2900 Chartres St., (504) 5985700; www.marizaneworleans.com Mariza has a raw seafood bar and offers a mix of Italian and Creole dishes. Braised lamb belly is served with housemade tomato sauce and creamy polenta. Anchovy and crispy pig-ear salad is made with stewed onions and baby lettuces. No reservations. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Maximo’s Italian Grill

1117 Decatur St., (504) 586-8883; www.maximosgrill.com Veal saltimbocca features veal cutlets served with prosciutto, ricotta, herb butter, spinach, and capellini. Risotto is served with crimini mushrooms, Romano cheese, asparagus, grape tomatos and truffle oil. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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Mona Lisa Restaurant

1212 Royal St., (504) 522-6746 Paneed veal is seasoned with Italian herbs and served with linguine Alfredo. Pasta primavera features seasonal vegetables sauteed with basil, oregano, garlic and served with a choice of sauce. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Mosca’s Restaurant

4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; www.moscasrestaurant.com Baked oysters Mosca features Louisiana oysters covered with Italian seasoning and breadcrumbs. Chicken a la grande is a whole chicken cut into pieces and sauteed with rosemary, Italian seasoning, whole garlic cloves and white wine. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$

Nonna Mia Cafe & Pizzeria

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741 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-8593; www.giorlandos.com Mama G’s eggplant feaveal Fausto’s Bistro tures lightly scallopini 530 Veterans Memorial battered Blvd., Metairie, (504) 833medallions Rolando 7121; www.faustosserved over bistro.com angel hair Veal scallopini Rolando pasta topped features veal medallions with shrimp au gratin sauce. sauteed in extra virgin Sauteed chicken, shrimp and olive oil with mushrooms and sausage are tossed with artichoke hearts and then penne pasta in tomato-basil simmered in lemon wine sauce. Reservations accepted sauce. Pan-seared fillet of Gulf for large parties. Lunch and fish is served with Louisiana dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards shrimp and lemon-herb white and checks. $$ wine sauce. Reservations acIl Posto Italian Cafe cepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner 4607 Dryades St., (504) 895Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ 2620; www.facebook.com/ Fazzio’s Restaurant ilpostocafe 1841 N. Causeway Blvd., ManThe Pacifico sandwich deville, (985) 624-9704; www. features Italian tuna salad, fazziosrestaurant.com lemon, fresh thyme, tomato, Black and Blue salad features red onion and extra-virgin thin-sliced, char-grilled sirloin olive oil on multi-grain bread. steak served over romaine The Milano panino is made lettuce with homemade Caewith sopressata, fontina sar dressing and topped with tomatos and balsamic vinegar blue cheese. Jimbob Shrimp on pressed ciabatta. No reserare crabmeat-stuffed jumbo vations. Breakfast and lunch shrimp served over pasta Tue.-Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat. with crabmeat cream sauce. Credit cards. $$ Reservations accepted. Lunch Impastato’s Restaurant and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit 3400 16th St., Metairie, (504) cards. $$ 455-1545; www.impastaFrank’s Restaurant tos.com 933 Decatur St., (504) 525-1602 Soft-shell Marcello is soft-shell Veal Marsala is sauteed with crab topped with lemon mushrooms and wine and butter, crabmeat and shrimp. served with pasta. New OrleThe pecan-smoked filet is a ans-style barbecue jumbo Gulf 10-ounce steak smoked over shrimp are served with hot pecan woodchips and broiled. bread. Reservations accepted. Reservations accepted. Dinner Lunch and dinner daily. Credit Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ cards. $$

shrimp are served in raspberry sauce over tossed fresh spinach. Oysters beaucoup is served over saffron risotto Milanese with Parmesan. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Baked penne pasta features Italian sausage, green peppers, caramelized onions, red pepper cream sauce, feta, breadcrumbs and Parmesan on top. Veal Parmesan is pan-seared and topped with marinara sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Nuvolari’s

246 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 626-5619; www.nuvolaris.com Paneed veal is served over mushroom Alfredo pasta and topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and lemon beurre blanc. Sea scallops, Gulf shrimp and crabmeat are tossed with pasta and a choice of marinara sauce or sherry cream. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$$

The Olive Branch Cafe

Pascal’s Manale

1838 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-4877; www.pascalsmanale.com Signature New Orleans barbecue shrimp features head-on Gulf shrimp in tangy, buttery sauce served with French bread. Frutti di mare features scallops, crab, shrimp and oysters served with pasta in a light marinara sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Pepperoni’s Cafe

8123 Hampson St., (504) 865-0336; www.pepperoniscafe.com The chicken Caprese panino features grilled chicken breast, spinach, fresh tomatos, pesto aioli and mozzarella cheese. Seafood pasta combines crawfish, crabmeat, mushrooms and vegetables in lemon-dill cream sauce over fettuccine pasta and comes with breadsticks. Reservations accepted. Breakfast Sat.-Mon., lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

125 Camp St., (504) 561-8844; www.redgravycafe.com Braciolle is pork loin rolled with cheese, herbs, currants and pignoli, braised in tomato sugo and served over housemade pappardelle. Cioppino is an Italian seafood stew of clams, mussels, Gulf shrimp and calamari in tomato-basil sugo served with ciabatta. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon. and Wed.Fri., dinner Thu.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Ristorante da Piero

401 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 469-8585; www.ristorantedapiero.net House-made tortelloni are served with bolognese sauce or sage butter. Veal Marsala features top-round veal with Marsala reduction, vegetables and a potato. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Romano Italian Street Food

4620 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 872-9992; www.myromano.com Meat-zetta is a cheese pizza base topped with steak, Italian sausage, meatballs, chicken and marinara. The build-your-own piadina wrap includes a choice of whole wheat or white wrap, protein, toppings and house-made sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Sandro’s Trattoria

6601 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-7784; www. sandrostrattoria.com The seafood cannelloni special is a house-made, crawfishand crabmeat-stuffed crepe served atop angel hair pasta with seafood Alfredo sauce. Pan-seared speckled trout is served with crabmeat, mushroom chicken Alfredo sauce and angel Caprese hair pasta. panino Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Semolina

Clearview Mall, 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 454-7930; www.semolina.com Shrimp Roban features sauteed shrimp over shell pasta with cream sauce, green onions and parsley. Double Cheeseburger pasta includes ground beef, onions, cheese sauce, sesame seeds, lettuce, tomato, cheddar, potato sticks, pickles and mustard. Reservations accepted. Lunch and

dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Specialty Italian Bistro

2330 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, (504) 391-1090; www.specialtyitalianbistro.com Shrimp scampi features shrimp sauteed in garlic, white wine and lemon butter served over linguine. Eggplant and shrimp are topped with creamy seafood sauce and served with capellini marinara or fettuccine Alfredo. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Tommy’s Cuisine

746 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 581-1103; www.tommysneworleans.com Pollo di Parma is a sauteed chicken breast topped with prosciutto, eggplant, mozzarella, Roma tomatos, mushrooms, fresh basil and red wine sauce. Fillet of fish maison is topped with meuniere and jumbo lump crabmeat and served with brabant potatoes and vegetables. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Tommy’s Wine Bar

752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 525-4790; www.tommysneworleans.com Tommy’s Wine Bar offers 20 wines by the glass and a list of 150 bottles. Diners can order items from the menu of the adjoining Tommy’s Cuisine. Oysters Tommy are baked on the half-shell and topped with Romano cheese, pancetta and roasted red peppers. No reservations. Credit cards. Dinner daily. $$

Tony Angello’s Restaurant

6262 Fleur de Lis Drive, (504) 488-0888; www.tonyangellos.com Tony Angello’s Feed Me dinner offers guests sampling portions of popular dishes. Eggplant Tina features thin slices of breaded eggplant that are breaded, fried and layered with marinara sauce and Romano cheese. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Tony Mandina’s Restaurant

1915 Pratt St., Gretna, (504) 3622010; www.tonymandinas.com Eggplant Dominic features eggplant medallions stacked with crabmeat and shrimp dressing, topped with shrimp Alfredo sauce and served over angel hair pasta. Kolette’s turtle soup is a traditional version made with snapping turtle meat. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ PAGE 58

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1995 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, (504) 348-2008; 5145 Gen. DeGaulle Drive, (504) 393-1107; www.olivebranchcafe.com Eggplant Napoleon features eggplant, Italian sausage, ground beef, onions and peppers topped with crawfish cream sauce, sun-dried tomatos, onions and red peppers, served with angel hair pasta. The Mediterranean wrap bundles chicken, house-made hummus, feta, roasted red peppers and black olives in a tomato basil tortilla. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Red Gravy

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240 Bourbon St., (504) 524-0113; www.tonymorans.com A half-pound braised meatball is served with spaghetti and marinara sauce. Braised lamb shank is simmered in red wine with tomatos. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, late-night Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Roll, Tiger Eye roll, California roll, crawfish roll, snow crab roll, salad and soup. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $

Chiba

8312 Oak St., (504) 826-9119; www.chiba-nola.com The strawberry satsuma roll features yellowtail, mango and jalapeno rolled with crunchy flakes and topped with scallops, strawberries, Venezia satsuma ponzu Restaurant sauce and wasabi 134 N. Carrollton Ave., tobiko. Mussels braised (504) 488-7991; lamb shank are sauteed with www.veneziawhite miso, sake, neworleans.com garlic, green onVeal Pontchartrain is ions and red chilies. breaded and topped with Reservations recommended. artichoke hearts, mushrooms, Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.crabmeat and lemon butter Sat., late-night Wed.-Sat. Credit sauce. For a seafood special, cards. $$ fried soft-shell crab Pontchartrain comes with the same Daiwa Japanese toppings. Reservations recomSushi Bar & Cuisine mended. Lunch Wed.-Fri. and 5033 Lapalco Blvd., Suite B6, Sun., dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit Marrero, (504) 875-4203; cards. $$ www.daiwasushi.com Kimchee seafood yaki udon is Vincent’s Italian Cuisine seafood pan-fried with thick 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, udon noodles and served with (504) 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles spicy Korean kimchi sauce. The Ave., (504) 866-9313; Cowboy roll features crawfish www.vincentsitalianand marinated beef seared in cuisine.com eel sauce. Reservations recomHouse-made tagliatelle is mended. Lunch and dinner daily. topped with Louisiana shrimp, Credit cards. $ grilled artichokes and light cream sauce. The double-cut Hana Japanese pork chop is stuffed with Restaurant seafood dressing and served 8116 Hampson St., (504) 865-1634 with pineapple demi-glace. ResHana offers sushi, sashimi and ervations accepted. Hours vary an array of Japanese dishes. by location. Credit cards. $$ Gyoza are crescent-shaped pot-stickers stuffed with pork, vegetables and ginger. Shumai are round dumplings filled Asuka Sushi with shrimp and vegetables. and Hibachi Reservations accepted for large 7912 Earhart Blvd., (504) 862parties. Lunch and dinner daily. 5555; www.asukanewCredit cards. $$ orleans.com Horinoya The sushi lunch special includes 920 Poydras St., (504) 561-8914 six pieces of sushi, a California Tuna tataki is seared tuna roll and miso soup or clear soup sliced thin and drizzled with and salad. The Five Cooked Roll house sauce. The hot rock dinner includes the Rock ’N’

JAPANESE/SUSHI

smelt roe and avocado inside and spicy tuna, snow crab, crunchy flakes, chef’s sauce and chili sauce on top. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Little Tokyo Japanese Restaurant

310 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 4855658; 2300 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 831-6788; www.littletokyonola.com Love Boat Tokyo for two includes beef and chicken teriyaki, tempura shrimp, sashimi, sushi rolls, fruit and vegetables. Chocolate City roll combines spicy tuna, seared tuna, snow crab and avocado in soybean wrap topped with barbecued eel sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Little Tokyo Small Plates & Noodle Bar

appetizer is thinly sliced beef cooked at the table in hot broth. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Kakkoii Japanese Bistreaux

7537 Maple St., (504) 570-6440; www.kakkoii-nola.com The crab rangoon roll features crab, masago, scallions and cream cheese rolled together, fried and served with Thai chili dipping sauce. The Big Easy roll is filled with tuna, salmon, yellowtail, snow crab, avocado and asparagus and topped with wasabi roe. Reservations accepted. Lunch Thu.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Kanno California Sushi Bar

3205 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, (504) 455-5730 Sashimi options include albacore tuna. Steamed fish comes with blue crab sauce and spicy miso soup. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Kyoto

4920 Prytania St., (504) 891-3644; www.kyotonola.com Nabeyaki udon features thick Japanese noodles in broth with chicken, vegetables, mushrooms, egg and fish cake. Sara roll combines spicy shrimp and avocado topped with crunchy flakes and chili sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Diners choose from a menu of Korean, Chinese and Japanese dishes at Lucky Rooster.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Little Tokyo

590 Asbury Drive, Mandeville, (985) 727-1532; www.littletokyosushi.com Burning Man roll has spicy tuna, crunchy flakes and sesame inside and pepper tuna, avocado, green onion, ponzu sauce, eel sauce and chili sauce on top. Volcano roll has fresh salmon,

1340 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 8616088; www.littletokyonola.com Egg noodles are simmered in pork bone broth and served with chopped green onions, bean sprouts, boiled egg, pork and a fish cake. Pork and onions features thin sliced pork cooked in ginger sauce and served over rice with miso soup. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Mikimoto Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar

3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 4881881; www.mikimotosushi.com Jalapeno poppers features peppers stuffed with spicy salmon, snow crab and cream cheese and topped with three chili sauce. Poke salad combines chopped tuna, cucumber, seaweed and spicy sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner daily, lunch Sun.Fri. Credit cards. $$

Miyako Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse

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The Rock and Roll is stuffed with shrimp tempura, snow crab and cucumber and topped with spicy mayonnaise and eel sauce. The Black and Gold roll is a blend of spicy tuna, spicy crawfish and cucumber topped with whitefish, eel sauce, spicy mayonnaise and black tobiko. Reservations recommended. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Origami Sushi

tions recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Samurai

239 Decatur St., (504) 5259595; www.samuraineworleans.com The Ocean Pyramid features layers of avocado, tuna, salmon, yellowtail and fish roe molded into a pyramid. The Decatur roll is filled with crawfish, crunchy flakes and cilantro and topped with seared white tuna and garlic. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Tokyo Bistro

5024 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-4288 www.tokyobistrometairie.com The haru maki appetizer is snow crab wrapped in rice paper, deep fried and served with house sauce. The Mardi Gras roll bundles snow crab, crawfish, cream cheese, avocado and shrimp in seaweed paper topped with spicy tuna and special sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., dinner Sun. Credit cards. $$

Wasabi

900 Frenchmen St., (504) 943-9433; 8550 Pontchartrain Blvd., (504) 267-3263; www.wasabinola.com The Marigny roll features chopped spicy tuna, ginger, snow crab and crunchy flakes wrapped in rice paper. The firecracker roll combines tempura shrimp, spicy tuna, snow crab, jalapenos, cucumber and smelt roe and is served with spicy mayonnaise. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Yuki Izakaya

525 Frenchmen St., (504) 943-1122 This Japanese tavern offers a mix of small plates including hot items and raw tuna preparations. Karaage is chicken marinated in ginger sauce and fried. Grilled beef tongue is lightly seasoned with salt and pepper. No reservations. Dinner daily, late-night Thu.Sat. Credit cards. $

JUICE BAR d’Juice

Patchworks Market, 8237 Oak St., (504) 324-9933; www.d-juice.com The Berry-Berry Good smoothie blends beets, kale, spinach, green apple, pear, oranges, strawberries, blueberries and mango. Energy juice combines cucumber, kale, spinach, ginger, celery, green apple and lemon. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

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Jamba Juice

930 Poydras St., (504) 304-4210; 3341 Magazine St., (504) 644-4220; www.jambajuice.com The Strawberry Wild smoothie is a fruit blend combining strawberries, apples and bananas. The Apples and Greens smoothie includes apples, kale, bananas, mangoes, strawberries and peaches. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

KOREAN Korea House

3547 18th St., Metairie, (504) 888-0654 Korean-style barbecue is prepared by diners at their tabletop grills. Spicy dubukimchi features stirfried pork and poached tofu with kimchi. Samgyupsal is broiled fresh bacon cooked tableside and served with house sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

Little Korea

3301 S. Claiborne Ave., (504) 821-5006 Jae yook features thinly sliced pork marinated in spicy sauce and stir-fried with vegetables. Dol sot bibimbap features rice and vegetables with a fried egg on the top, served in a hot pot. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

LATIN AMERICAN Baru Bistro & Tapas

3700 Magazine St., (504) 895-2225; www.barugrilled tapas.com Whole fried beef Gulf white tongue fish is served with coconut rice, patacones, double-fried plantains and coleslaw salad with mango. Peruvian ceviche features Gulf fish, aji amarillo (yellow chile pepper), cilantro, pickled onions, avocado and choclo (large-grain Andean corn) in spicy leche de tigre marinade. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Brazilian Market & Cafe

2424 Williams Blvd., Suite N, Kenner, (504) 468-3533; www.brazilianmarketcafe.com Coxinha are deep-fried fritters made with spiced

and floured shredded chicken. Feijoada is a traditional black bean and pork stew made with salted pork, smoked pork ribs and smoked sausage and served with collard greens, orange slices and rice sprinkled with tapioca flour (farofa). Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Carmo

527 Julia St., (504) 875-4132; www.cafecarmo.com Though its foundation is Brazilian cuisine, Carmo offers a diverse menu. West African smoked fish is served with a ginger-tomato-chili sauce. Chicken curry is done in the style of Kerala, an area on India’s southwestern coast. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Country Flame

620 Iberville St., (504) 522-1138 Ropa vieja is a traditional Cuban version of stewed shredded beef served over rice. The Cuban pressed sandwich is filled with ham, roasted pork and cheese. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

La Macarena Pupuseria and Latin Cafe

8120 Hampson St., (504) 862-5252; www.pupusasneworleans.com This casual eatery specializes in El Salvadoran pupusas and offers dishes from an array of Latin cuisines. Stewed chicken and vegetables are served in Mayan red sauce and served over Saffron rice with salad. Tamales are filled with chicken, pork, vegetables or sweet corn. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Cash only. $$

Mais Arepas

1200 Carondelet St., (504) 523-6247; www.facebook. com/maisarepas Ceviche de Camaron is made with jumbo shrimp, lemon and lime juice, tomatos, red onions, cilantro, jalapenos and avacado. The arepas carnicera is filled with skirt steak, red beans, avocado and ripe plantains. No reservations. Lunch Tue.Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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5130 Freret St., (504) 8996532; www.sushinola.com The soft-shell crab special appetizer is a whole softshell crab served on top of Shogun fried sushi rice with curry 2325 Veterans Memorial sauce and red onion. White Blvd., Metairie, (504) 833fish carpaccio is served 7477; www.shogunnewon a bed of red onions and cucumber with sea salt, red orleans.com Teishoku, or Japanese “busipepper, olive oil, basil, green nessman’s lunch” special, onions and capers. No includes an reservations. Lunch appetizer, Mon.-Sat., dinner daipork-belly choice of ly. Credit cards. $$ entree (macklettuce Rock-N-Sake erel, salmon, wraps 823 Fulton St., chicken, beef, (504) 581-7253; tempura and www.rocknsushi), sashimi, egg custard, sake.com miso soup, pickles and Pork belly lettuce wraps steamed rice. The sushi and combine tart apples, cartempura dinner includes an rots and butter lettuce with assortment of nigiri, tempua side of cilantro-hoisin ra shrimp, soup, salad, fruit glaze. Truffle and spicy and rice. No reservations. sesame deviled eggs are Lunch and dinner daily. topped with tuna tartare Credit cards. $$ and black tobiko. No reserSushi Brothers vations. Lunch Fri., dinner 1612 St. Charles Ave., Tue.-Sun., late-night Fri.-Sat. (504) 581-4449; www.sushiCredit cards. $$ brothers.net Sake Cafe The Black and Gold roll fea817 W. Esplanade Ave., tures coconut shrimp and Suite B, Kenner, (504) cream cheese with mango 468-8829; 1130 S. Clearview and avocado on top. The Pkwy., Suite A, Harahan LSU roll has shrimp tempu(504) 733-8879; 4201 Veterans ra and cream cheese on the Memorial Blvd., Metairie, inside and snow crab, tuna, (504) 779-7253; www.sakeavocado and eel sauce on cafela.com top. Reservations accepted. The Breezy roll is a snow Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. crab, crawfish, avocado and Credit cards. $$ cream cheese roll, fried and Taste Of Tokyo topped with tuna, salmon, 10160 Jefferson Hwy., River smelt roe and scallions. Ridge, (504) 737-0688; www. The A&M roll bundles tuna, tasteoftokyoriverridge.com salmon, crabstick, lettuce Nabeyaki udon is a noodle and cucumber in rice paper soup consisting of thick topped with chili ponzu sauce. Reservations recom- udon noodles, assorted seafood, shrimp tempura, mended. Lunch and dinner vegetables and egg. The daily. Credit cards. $$ Burning Man roll combines Sake Cafe Uptown spicy tuna, avocado, green 2830 Magazine St., (504) onions, sesame seeds 894-0033; www.sakecaand ponzu. Reservations feuptown.us accepted for large parties. Kuruma shrimp features Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. jumbo shrimp stuffed with Credit cards. $$ snow crab and served with Tennou Sushi Bar peanut-wasabi sauce. The po-boy roll combines shrimp 1818 Manhattan Blvd., Suite 11, Harvey, (504) 366-3898; tempura, soft-shell crab, www.tennousushi.com crawfish and lettuce in sesame soy paper. Reserva- The Cattle roll is filled with

crabstick, cream cheese and avocado, topped with seared rib-eye, green onion and hoisin sauce. Sesame seed chicken features thinly sliced chicken marinated in sesame sauce and deep fried. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Mayas

2027 Magazine St., (504) 309-

winter restaurant guide 3401; www.mojitoland.com Chilean sea bass is topped with soft-shell crab and served with savory soy sauce, Gulf shrimp, asparagus, jasmine rice and jalapeno sazon sauce. The sesame seed soft-shell crab appetizer is served with organic mixed greens, pico de gallo, jalapeno and savory soy sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY Wyndham Riverfront New Orleans Hotel, 701 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 525-7555; www.7onfulton.com New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp features peppery butter sauce made with blonde ale and is served with grilled crostini. Fried green tomatos come with jumbo lump crabmeat tossed in house-made white remoulade. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Allegro Bistro

1100 Poydras St., (504) 582-2350; www.allegrobistro.com Grilled salmon is served on a bed of sauteed spinach with Creole mustard hollandaise. Pasta jambalaya includes andouille, chicken, onion, bell peppers, penne pasta and house-made marinara. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

5101 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-5533; www.austinsno.com Roasted Louisiana redfish is topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and wild mushrooms and served with brabant potatoes and summer vegetables. Shrimp and grits feature Louisiana jumbo shrimp, spinach grits and andouille cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

The Country Club

Maison Dupuy Hotel, 1001 Toulouse St., (504) 586-8000; www.maisondupuy.com/dining Blackened fish tacos feature blackened strips of seasonal fish topped with guacamole and fresh corn salsa. Steak frites includes New York strip steak, blue cheese butter and herb-truffle fries. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

634 Louisa St., (504) 945-0742; www.thecountryclubneworleans.com Braised pork shank is served with saffron chickpeas and spinach. Fried green tomato Napoleon is layered with fresh mozzarella, pesto and balsamic. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Bistro Byronz

1901 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 951-7595; www.bistrobyronz.com Crabmeat is sauteed in white wine butter sauce and served with grilled asparagus and potato cake. The Abita root beer pork chop is a French-cut pork chop marinated in Abita root beer and served with roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and brunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Bistro Daisy

5831 Magazine St., (504) 899-6987; www.bistrodaisy.com Bouillabaisse features Gulf seafood in saffron and Herbsaint broth served with a grilled crouton and rouille. Gulf oysters are poached in Herbsaint cream and served with bacon, fennel, spinach and torn bread croutons. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

seared diver scallops

4729 Magazine St., (504) 894-8869; www.apollinerestaurant.com Seared diver scallops and Gulf shrimp top a bacon plank and are served with corn maque choux. Pork cheek ragout comes with house-made pappardelle, San Marzano tomatos and ricotta. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse

0421; www.coquettenola.com The three course lunch option includes entree choices of shrimp and grits with hot sauce gravy, grilled kale and kumquat or pork cheeks with collard greens, root vegetables and maple syrup. For dessert there are gingerbread munchkins with banana compote and a milk chocolate and sweet potato tart with toasted marshmallow and brown sugar. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Wed.-Mon., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

600 Poland Ave., (504) 948-9111; www.bacchanalwine.com This wine shop has seating in the large courtyard and upstairs bar. The menu features pork osso buco in red wine sauce with cranberry beans, pancetta, pistachios and pickled lemon. Artisanal cheese plates are served with bread, capers and almonds. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Cash only for food. $$

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Boucherie

8115 Jeannette St., (504) 8625514; www.boucherie-nola.com The pineapple carnitas and smoked pork loin sandwich is dressed with icicle pickles, whole grain mustard, fresh mozzarella and Parmesan Reggiano. Smoked wagyu beef brisket is served with garlicky Parmesan fries. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Brigtsen’s Restaurant 723 Dante St., (504) 861-7610; www.brigtsens.com Chef Frank Brigtsen serves

Criollo Restaurant & Lounge contemporary Creole cuisine. Blackened yellowfin tuna is served with smoked corn sauce, red bean salsa and roasted red pepper sour cream. Roasted duck comes with dirty rice and tart dried cherry sauce. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Broussard’s Restaurant

819 Conti St., (504) 581-3866; www.broussards.com Louisiana shrimp and corn bisque is topped with crispy sweet potatoes, lime and chive creme fraiche. Redfish Broussard features a cornmeal-dusted fillet topped with shrimp, crabmeat, crawfish and oyster-mushroom sauce. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Butcher

930 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 5887675; www.cochonbutcher.com The selection of king cakes includes the Elvis, made with peanut butter, bacon, banana and marshmallow. The muffaletta is layered with housemade Genoa salami, mortadella, capicola, provolone cheese and olive salad. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Cafe Opera

541 Bourbon St., (504) 648-2331; www.fourpointsfrenchquarter.com Seafood pasta combines penne pasta, tomatos, artichokes, spinach, olives, shrimp, crawfish and oysters in white wine

cream sauce. The filet mignon and lobster combination is served with bearnaise and garlic mashed potatoes. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Proprietors Ted Neikirk, Greg Dietz and Jammer Orintas serve gourmet pies at Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza.

Capdeville

520 Capdeville St., (504) 371-5161; www.capdevillenola.com The pimiento burger is topped with house-made pimiento, arugula, red onion and bacon aioli. The sausage greens spoonbread features Creole Country green onion sausage, collard greens braised in bourbon and butternut squash on spoonbread with orange-citrus gastrique. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Christopher’s on Carey

2228 Carey St., Slidell, (985) 641-4501; www.christophersoncarey.com Pan-seared red snapper is topped with capers, shallots and garlic in white wine and smoked tomato reduction and served with wilted spinach and fingerling potatoes. Pompano fillet is seared in olive oil and served over spinach and lump crab with lemon butter. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Commander’s Palace

1403 Washington Ave., (504) 899-8221; www.commanderspalace.com

Chef Tory McPhail crafts contemporary Creole dishes at this Brennan family flagship. Pecan- and sugarcane-lacquered quail is served with cornbread dressing, bacon-braised cabbage, Southern greens and spiced pepper jelly. Shrimp and tasso Henican features Louisiana shrimp, tasso, pickled okra, sweet onions, five-pepper jelly and Crystal hot sauce beurre blanc. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Copeland’s Cheesecake Bistro

2001 St. Charles Ave., (504) 5939955; 4517 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 454-7620; www.copelandscheesecakebistro.com Blackened shrimp fettuccine Alfredo is served in an herbcheese pizza bowl and topped with shaved Parmesan. Baked crab and crawfish dip comes with garlic bread. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Coquette

2800 Magazine St., (504) 265-

Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 681-4444; www.criollonola.com Chilled shrimp and blue crab are served over guacamole and drizzled with spicy tomato coulis. Perdido Pass snapper is topped with jumbo lump crabmeat, drizzled with ancho-lime butter and served with orange and fennel slaw and roasted sweet peppers. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Crystal Room At Le Pavillon

833 Poydras St., (504) 620-8899; www.lepavillon.com/ crystalroom Fried Herbsaint oysters are served over grilled tomatos with tasso and spinach cream. Rack of lamb comes with almond-mint pesto vegetables and a starch. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Cure

4905 Freret St., (504) 302-2357; www.curenola.com The short-rib debris sandwich comes with Gruyere cheese and is served on multigrain bread with red-onion jam. Green pea pesto crostini comes with truffled cauliflower. Reservations for large parties only. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

The Dakota Restaurant

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with shrimp, crabmeat and crawfish and served over pecan jasmine rice with Creole hollandaise. Veal comes with bernaise, beurre blanc, glace de veau, crabmeat and marble potatoes. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Dante’s Kitchen

736 Dante St., (504) 861-3121; www.danteskitchen.com Grilled redfish is served with jumbo lump crabmeat and soft herb salad. Debris, poached eggs and demi-glace hollandaise top a buttermilk biscuit. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Mon., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Dick and Jenny’s

4501 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 894-9880; www.dickandjennys.com Osso buco features slowbraised veal shank, saffron pea risotto and baby carrots. Pork tenderloin is stuffed with goat cheese and pine nuts and served with balsamic-infused pork jus, sauteed spinach and stone-ground grits. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Dijon Restaurant

Dish On Hayne

9734 Hayne Blvd., (504) 3010356; www.dishonhayne.com Catfish Charles features two deep-fried 9-ounce catfish fillets and a panko-breaded potato cake topped with Cajun crawfish cream sauce and Parmesan, served with roasted corn and peppers. Cajun chicken pasta features grilled chicken, mushrooms, green onions, roasted peppers and sun-dried tomatos tossed in garlic Cajun cream or chardonnay sauce over fettuccine. Reservations recommended. Dinner Thu.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Emeril’s Restaurant

800 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 528-9393; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/ emerils-new-orleans Chef Emeril Lagasse’s flagship restaurant offers his bold-flavored take on contemporary

Friends Coastal Restaurant

407 St. Tammany St., Madisonville, (985) 246-3370; www.friendscoastal.com Jack Leg chicken features a crispy fried chicken breast served atop chicken and sausage jambalaya covered with pepper Jack cheese and smothered in gumbo. Sweet potato hushpuppies are deep fried and served with butter. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Grill Room

Windsor Court Hotel, 300 Gravier St., (504) 522-1994; www. grillroomneworleans.com Roasted Gulf snapper is served with Mediterranean salad, a trio of coulis and heart of celery. Blue crab gratin is served with braised radishes, asparagus, black garlic and manchego. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

grilled oysters. Chicken breast is breaded with Italian breadcrumbs, pan fried and served with creamy Alfredo fettucine. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Kingfish

337 Chartres St., (504) 5985005; www.kingfishneworleans.com Chef Greg Sonnier’s idea of “Every Man a King” is salt brick-seared pompano with roasted lemon-pecan butter and red onion marmalade. Duck a la Saulnier is honeyand crab boil-poached boneless duck served over ramen noodles with roasted peppers, mushrooms and preserved lemon sauce. Lunch and dinner daily. Reservations accepted. Credit cards. $$$

La Petite Grocery

4238 Magazine St., (504) 8913377; www.lapetitegrocery.com Pan-fried rabbit is served with spaetzle and caper-butter sauce. Gulf shrimp and grits is served with roasted shiitake mushrooms, smoked bacon and thyme. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

The Landing

Crowne Plaza New Orleans Airport Hotel, 2829 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 467-5611; www.neworleansairporthoHeritage Grill duck and tel.com 111 Veterans Memorial mushroom Fried green Blvd., Suite 150, Metairie, tomatos spring (504) 934-4900; www.heriare topped tagegrillmetairie.com rolls with tangy Duck and wild mushremoulade. room spring rolls are Blackened chickserved with mirin-soy en and andouille are served dipping sauce. Louisiana with sauteed onions and bell crabmeat is topped with peppers over penne pasta fontina and white cheddar and topped with spicy vodka cheeses on grilled seven sauce. Reservations accepted grain bread and served with for large parties. Breakfast, a cup of roasted tomato soup. lunch and dinner daily. Credit Reservations accepted. Lunch cards. $$ Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

Huckleberry’s Restaurant and Bar

1821 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 305-6066; www.huckleberrys.us The oyster burger combines a half-pound beef patty, blue cheese and fried oysters on a brioche bun. Pecan-crusted catfish is served with rum butter sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Janie Brown’s Restaurant

27207 Hwy. 190, Lacombe, (985) 882-7201 Grilled trout meuniere is served with lump crabmeat or

Le Foret

129 Camp St., (504) 553-6738; www.leforetneworleans.com Seared diver scallops are served with cauliflower puree, oven-roasted cauliflower, sauteed fennel and pancetta vinaigrette. Beef tenderloin comes with andouille red potato hash, sauteed kale, smoked onions, wild mushrooms, winter truffles and green peppercorn veal demi-glace. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Lola

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1379 Annunciation St., (504) 522-4712 Hunter-style rabbit is slowcooked rabbit with turnips, shitake and oyster mushrooms, honey-mustard glaze and cornbread. Tomato and mushroom braised short ribs are served with creamy mascarpone polenta and rosemary-smoked marcona almonds. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

New Orleans cuisine. Sea scallops come with sweet potato puree, aged country ham, bagna cauda butter and Calabrian chili toast. Sticky buffalo Chappapeela Farms duck wings are served with shaved celery, red grapes and whipped blue cheese creme fraiche. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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Rockefeller risotto combines spinach, Herbsaint, Parmesan and fried Gulf oysters. Cochon de lait ravioli are served with wild mushrooms, pork jus and Parmesan. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Louisiana Bistro

337 Dauphine St., (504) 525-3335; www.louisianabistro.net Crab salad is topped with fried asparagus. The Creole surf and turf features pan-roasted filet mignon topped with crawfish tail scampi. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Marigny Brasserie

640 Frenchmen St., (504) 945-4472; www.marignybrasserie.com Grilled tuna tops a salad of spring greens, candied oranges, tomatos, mushrooms and toasted sunflower seeds drizzled with garlic teriyaki. Pan-seared scallops are served with Parmesan risotto and fennel, shallots and white wine sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Marti’s

Mat & Naddie’s

937 Leonidas St., (504) 861-9600; www.matandnaddies.com Veal saltimbocca roulade is served with roasted cauliflower and broccoli, fried capers

N’tini’s

Wine Bar and Bistro

2891 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 626-5566; www.ntinis.com

720 Orleans Ave., (504) 523-1930; www.orleansgrapevine.com Black mussels are steamed

in saffron tomato broth with jumbo lump crabmeat, applewood-smoked bacon and basil aioli. The herb-scented rack of lamb is served with truffled mashed potatoes, baby vegetables and brandy-peppercorn demi-glace. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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Redemption

3835 Iberville St., (504) 309-3570; www.redemption-nola.com Baked shrimp are stuffed with lump crabmeat and served with a smoked gouda hominy cake and bacon meuniere. Roasted duck breast is served with foie gras, dirty rice risotto and aromatic pear jus. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

6078 Laurel St., (504) 895-9441; www.patoisnola.com Mississippi rabbit is stuffed Restaurant August with boudin, wrapped in crispy 301 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 299chicken skins and served 9777; www.restaurantwith roasted fingerling sweet august.com potatoes, braised kale with Chef John Besh’s flagship tasso and Creole mustard jus. restaurant offers a refined Potato gnocchi is served with approach to contemporary Creole cooking. House-made seasonal jumbo lump potato gnocchi are tossed with crab, asparagus and blue crabmeat and shaved Parmigiano-Regpreserved black giano. Reservations Mississippi truffles. Roasted recommended. Lunch Fri., Chappapeela rabbit dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Farms duckling Sun. Credit cards. $$$ stuffed is served over with boudin crispy fried rice Ralph’s On The Park and topped with 900 City Park Ave., (504) a cured yard egg, 488-1000; www.ralphsonthekimchi and duck and cherry jus. park.com Reservations recommended. Flash-fried, cornmeal-crusted Lunch Fri., dinner daily. Credit oysters are topped with Buffalo cards. $$$ Trace tomato jam and white remoulade. Seared Chappapeela Restaurant des Familles Farms duck breast is served 7163 Barataria Blvd., Crown Point, (504) 689-7834; with confit dirty rice, baby www.restaurantdesgreen beans and warm bluefamilles.com berry and tarragon vinaigrette. Alligator-stuffed mushrooms Reservations recommended. are served with alligator sauce Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, piquante. Redfish Marcel is brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ a lightly battered and fried fillet served with sauteed The Red Maple mushrooms, crabmeat and 1036 Lafayette St., Gretna, grilled shrimp. Reservations (504) 367-0935; www.theredrecommended. Lunch and maple.com dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit Breaded veal comes topped cards. $$$ with bordelaise, crabmeat and capers. Breaded ravioli are filled Restaurant with pepper Jack cheese and R’evolution served over angel hair pasta 777 Bienville St., (504) 553-2277; with creamy crawfish sauce. www.revolutionnola.com Reservations recommended. Chefs John Folse and Rick Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Tramonto’s extensive menu Credit cards. $$$ combines rustic Louisiana

dishes and refined indulgences including caviar tasting selections. Death by Gumbo features andouille- and oyster-stuffed quail finished tableside with a ladle of gumbo on top. Beer-battered crab beignets are served with remoulade. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Russell’s Marina Grill

8555 Pontchartrain Blvd., (504) 282-9980; www.russellsmarinagrill.net Eggs Lafitte features paneed eggplant rounds and fried green tomatos with lump crabmeat and Monica sauce. Barbecue shrimp are served over creamy grits, topped with poached eggs and served with biscuits. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch daily. Dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Sainte Marie

930 Poydras St., Suite 101, (504) 304-6988; www.saintemarienola.com Beef tartare is served with bacon aioli, cacao, chipotle and arugula. Mussels are steamed in miso broth with shrimp and carrots and served with grilled ciabatta. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Tivoli & Lee

The Hotel Modern, 2 Lee Circle, (504) 962-0909; www.tivoliandlee.com The restaurant offers a modern take on Southern cuisine in a small plate format, with dishes ranging from andouille potato tots to fried oysters. The pied du cochon is served with braised Covey Rise Farms collard greens, bacon and pickled Anaheim peppers. Half a roasted chicken comes with dirty spaetzle, sweet tea glaze and greens. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ PAGE 69

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1041 Dumaine St., (504) 522-5478; www.martisnola.com This brasserie serves traditional French and contemporary Louisiana cooking. The grande plateau fruits de mer features whole Maine lobster, chilled shrimp, marinated snow crab claws, oysters on the half shell and scallop ceviche. Grilled Texas quail is served with spaetzle, oyster mushrooms, corn and Pommery mustard sauce. Reservations accepted. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$$

Shrimp Lafourche is seared Louisiana shrimp stuffed with crabmeat and topped with chive butter sauce and grilled asparagus. The Pontchartrain strip is a chargrilled beef strip mint Maurepas Foods loin topped with 3200 Burgundy St., (504) chocolate ice barbecue shrimp, 267-0072; www.maurecream cookie and served with pasfoods.com mashed sandwiches cheddar A confit chicken leg is potatoes and served with stewed marcrispy parsnips. ket greens, a poached Reservations egg and grits. Mint recommended. Breakfast and chocolate ice cream lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. cookie sandwiches are made Credit cards. $$$ with “ranger bites” — mini cookNOLA Restaurant ies made with Coco Krispies 534 St. Louis St., (504) 522-6652; and coconut. No reservations. www.emerilsrestaurants.com/ Dinner Thu.-Tue., brunch Sat.nola-restaurant Sun. Credit cards. $$ Chef Emeril Lagasse’s French Mr. B’s Bistro Quarter eatery serves rustic 201 Royal St., (504) 523-2078; and refined Louisiana dishes. Garlic-crusted drum is cooked www.mrbsbistro.com in a wood-burning oven and Duck spring rolls are filled served with brabant potatoes, with duck confit, shiitake cremini mushrooms, bacon and mushrooms, spinach and beurre rouge. Pan-seared filet goat cheese and served with mignon comes with cauliflower ginger-soy dipping sauce. puree, confit wild mushrooms, Rabbit is braised in apple cider herb-roasted bone marrow and and served with pecan-smoked garlic bordelaise. Reservations bacon, shallots, shiitake recommended. Lunch Thu.-Sun., mushrooms and roasted garlic dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ mashed potatoes. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., O’Briens Grille dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit 2020 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, cards. $$$ (504) 391-7229; www.obriensgrille.com Muriel’s Jackson Square Mushroom and crab gnocchi 801 Chartres St., (504) 568-1885; features house-made gnocchi www.muriels.com with cremini mushrooms, Seafood Bayoubaisse features jumbo lump crabmeat and Gulf shrimp, fish and crabmeat spring peas topped with truffle sauteed with fennel, oyster oil and shaved Parmesan. mushrooms, tomato and leeks Skin-on striped bass is served in veloute. The wood-grilled with grilled asparagus, mirliton, double-cut pork chop is topped corn salsa, crawfish tails and with Louisiana sugar cane-apCreole beurre blanc. Reservaple glaze and served with tions recommended. Lunch pecan-glazed sweet potatoes Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit and Southern-style greens. cards. $$$ Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Orleans Grapevine Sun. Credit cards. $$$

and beurre blanc. Grilled Gulf shrimp tonkatsu is served with sticky jasmine rice and braised Chinese celery. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Tue. and Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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Tomas Bistro

755 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 527-0942; www.tomasbistro.com The Gulf fish Cardinal comes with grilled asparagus, parslied potatoes and crawfish beurre blanc sauce. Duck Julia includes roasted duck breast and confit duck leg, wild rice, Swiss chard and raspberry fig sauce. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Vacherie

ans.com Louisiana shrimp are served over dirty risotto with andouille in Creole gravy. Buffalo chicken cobb salad tops romaine with spicy Buffalo fried chicken, aged cheddar cheese, hard-boiled eggs, scallions, bacon and red pepper ranch dressing. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

azine St., (504) 894-1233; www.byblosrestaurants.com Drunken Halloumi is Cypriot Halloumi cheese sauteed in ouzo and olive oil and served with tomatos and garlic sauce. Lamb kebabs come with sides like hummus or basmati rice pilaf. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MEDITERRANEAN/MIDDLE EASTERN

2020 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8379777; www.byblosrestaurants.com Combo kebabs include chicken, beef, lamb and vegetables on a skewer. The chicken and gyro plate is served with hummus, pita bread and salad. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

Hotel Ste. Marie, 827 Toulouse St., (504) 207-4532; www.vacherierestaurant.com Acropolis Cuisine Vacherie offers a mix 3841 Veterans Memorial of casual and refined Blvd., Metairie, Louisiana and Southern (504) 888-9046 dishes. The rabbit cassoulet Fried ravioli are is slow-cooked and served seared in olive oil and with collard served with marinara greens, fried ravioli sauce. The souvlaki navy beans wrap combines seared in and leeks. marinated and grilled The Taste olive oil pork, lettuce, tomato, of Vacherie grilled sweet peppers, sampler Bermuda onions and tzaincludes okra and seafood tziki sauce and comes with gumbo, crawfish etouffee, steak fries or grilled vegsmothered collard greens, etables. No reservations. and fried green tomatos Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. topped with remoulade. Credit cards. $$ Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and Albasha Greek dinner daily, brunch Sat.& Lebanese Sun. Credit cards. $$

Veranda Restaurant

Ye Olde College Inn

3000 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-3683; www.collegeinn1933.com The daily fish special is a Gulf fish fillet topped with Louisiana lump crabmeat and roasted corn sauce served with garden vegetable maque choux. Crispy boudin sausage cakes are served over baby lettuce, drizzled with pepper jelly vinaigrette and topped with a poached egg pulled from the restaurant’s chicken coop. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Zoe Restaurant & Bar

W New Orleans, 333 Poydras St., second floor, (504) 207-5018; www.zoeneworle-

1958 N. Hwy. 190, Suite A, Covington, (985) 867-8292; 3501 Severn Ave., Suite 1, Metairie, (504) 304-8441; www.albashabr.com The souvlaki sandwich features beef, tahini, tomato and onion on pita bread and comes with french fries or hummus and salad. The “meat stuffed plate” includes grape leaves, cabbage, squash, a stuffed bell pepper and feta salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Babylon Cafe

7724 Maple St., (504) 3140010; www.babyloncafe.biz Rosemary lamb chops feature eight grilled chops marinated with rosemary and olive oil and served with sauteed vegetables. The combination kebab plate features chicken, shish and kufta skewers. All entrees come with salad, hummus, basmati rice, tabbouleh, baba ghanoush, labneh and bread. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Byblos

1501 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 834-9773; 3242 Mag-

Cleo’s Mediterranean Cuisine & Grocery

165 University Place, (504) 522-4504; www.facebook.com/cleosnola This cafe serves American-style breakfasts and Mediterranean favorites including hummus, falafel, kibbeh, gyros and more. Lula kebabs feature ground lamb and beef seasoned with garlic and herbs and comes with salad. No reservations. 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

Fatoush

New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 371-5074; www.fatoushrestaurantnola.com Moussaka features layers of grilled vegetables with tomato and bechamel sauce and is available in lamb, beef and vegetarian varieties. Lamb shank is cooked in spicy tomato sauce and served with rice, salad and grilled eggplant. Meats are kosher, locally raised, free-range and free of growth hormones. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Jamila’s Mediterranean Tunisian Cuisine

7808 Maple St., (504) 866-4366 Grilled lamb chops are served in merlot and port reduction with steamed asparagus and potatoes Lyonnaise. Sauteed shrimp and mussels are served with tarragon seafood reduction and served over linguine. Reservations rec-

Lebanon’s Cafe

1500 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 862-6200; www.lebanonscafe.com The lamb chop plate features six chops, hummus and salad. The chicken shawarma is marinated for two days in Middle Eastern spices, baked and served with hummus and salad. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Mona’s Cafe

504 Frenchmen St., (504) 949-4115; 1120 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 861-8175; 3901 Banks St., (504) 482-7743; 4126 Magazine St., (504) 894-9800 The lamb and hummus plate features lamb chunks seasoned with Middle Eastern spices. The vegetarian plate includes hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh and falafel. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

and dinner Wed.-Mon., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

ZoZo Cafe

3620 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 875-3444; www.zozocafelakeside.com Baked flounder is stuffed with crabmeat, shrimp and herbs, topped with creamy pepper sauce and served with grilled zucchini, squash and peppers. Moussaka features layers of eggplant, zucchini, potatoes, tomato sauce, bechamel and mozzarella cheese and is available in vegetarian versions or with beef or lamb. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

MEXICAN/ SOUTHWESTERN Casa Borrega

1719 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 427-0654; www. facebook.com/casaborrega This casual barroom and Phoenicia Restaurant cantina is decorated with 4201 Veterans Memorial folk art. Three chicken Blvd., Metairie, enchiladas made with corn (504) 889-9950 tortillas are covered in mole Four grilled lamb chops sauce of spices, almonds, come with hummus, rice raisins, chiles, chocolate or salad. A 10-ounce grilled and chicken broth and T-bone steak topped with sesame comes seeds and onions. hominy soup with two Pozole de puerco is a with guajillo bowl of hominy soup sides, which chile peppers made with guajillo can be chile peppers, Mexican substituted herbs and pork garfor tabbouleh, fatoush, nished with cilantro, potatoes, baba ghanoush or oregano, radishes, grape leaves. Reservations cabbage and avocado accepted for large parties. and served with tostadas. Lunch and dinner daily. No reservations. Lunch and Credit cards. $$ dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Pyramids Cafe

3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602; www.pyramidscafeneworleans.com Lamb chops are marinated with olive oil, herbs and spices, then grilled and served with hummus and salad. The vegetarian plate features hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh and falafel. All plates come with white or whole wheat pita. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Vida’s Bistro

4430 Magazine St., (504) 875-4165; www.vidasbistro.com The Adana kebab mixes grilled lamb and beef with char-broiled onion and peppers. Lamb chops are served with rice pilaf, grilled peppers and tomatos. Reservations accepted. Lunch

Coyote Blues

4860 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 3013848; www.coyotebluesfreshmex.com Fajitas are cooked on a wood-burning grill and served with onions, bell peppers, poblano rice, charro beans, guacamole, sour cream, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, garlic butter and flour, wheat or corn tortillas. Nuevo crab enchiladas feature two roasted corn crepes filled with crab and cheese and topped with mango and red pepper salsa. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cucos

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InterContinental Hotel New Orleans, 444 St. Charles Ave., (504) 585-4383; www. icneworleans.com Veranda Restaurant serves a mix of Creole and Cajun-inspired breakfasts. The seafood omelet includes crabmeat, shrimp and Cajun cream sauce. The pain perdu is topped with bananas Foster. Reservations accepted. Breakfast Mon.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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Byblos Market

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fajitas are served with sauteed onions and peppers, lettuce, cheese, pico de gallo and guacamole. The El Presidente includes beef and cheese enchiladas, chimi pequitos, a beef taco, beans and rice. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Dis Taco

Inside of Molly’s at the Market, 1107 Decatur St., (504) 717-7070; www.eatdistaco.com Chorizo tacos feature housemade sausage, pickled onions, salsa, Cotija and cilantro. A dessert taco with grilled banana and Nutella is seasoned with cayenne, cinnamon and nuts. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Sun. Cash only. $

El Gato Negro

81 French Market Place, (504) 525-9752; 300 Harrison Ave., (504) 488-0107; www.elgatonegronola.com Guacamole, made tableside, combines avocados, pico de gallo, lime and sea salt and jalapenos on request. Oaxaca eggplant features seared eggplant topped with Mexican panela cheese, shrimp, chicken, sauteed garlic, mushrooms, pico de gallo and mezcal cream salsa. No reservations. French Market Place: lunch and dinner daily; Harrison Avenue: lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ 301 N. Peters St., (504) 267-4406; 411 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 288-8226; 6215 S. Miro St., (504) 309-2776; www.felipestaqueria.com Nachos feature corn tortilla chips topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese, beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream and lettuce. The chimichanga is a deep-fried burrito filled with a choice of meat, beans, rice, pico de gallo, vegetables and topped with cheese. Delivery available from S. Miro Street location. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

George’s Mexican Restaurant

1461 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 626-4342; www.georgesmexicanrestaurant.com Tilapia ceviche features fish marinated in lime juice served with avocado slices and housemade corn chips. Chicken fajitas feature chicken marinated overnight, cooked with onions and bell peppers and served with guacomole, lettuce, pico de gallo and tortillas. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

sauce. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

218 S. Robertson St., (504) 5250377; www.handsomewillys.com The Wolf Man burrito, named after New Orleans Saints’ defensive coordinator Rob Ryan, is filled with slow-cooked pork, pulled chicken, ground beef and black beans. The Flying Pig is stuffed with pulled pork, bacon and cheddar. No reservations. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner and latenight Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

MUSIC AND FOOD Checkpoint Charlie

501 Esplanade Ave., (504) 281-4847 The half-pound Charlie burger comes dressed with lettuce, pickles and onion. For a snack or side, french fries are loaded with melted cheese. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

Izzo’s Illegal Burrito

1901 Manhattan Blvd., Suite 101, Harvey, (504) 708-4525; 4316 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite A, Metairie, (504) 708-5220; 70488 Hwy. 21, Suite 100, Covington, (985) 635-4285; www.izzos.com Diners can order an array of items assembled to order. Burritos include a choice of tortilla (flour, cayenne, spinach or wheat), meats (chicken, steak, shrimp), vegetables, salsas, cheeses, rice and beans. Izzo’s salads include romaine lettuce, choices of meat and toppings, tortilla strips and salsa or one of three house dressings. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Dmac’s Bar & Grill

542 S. Jefferson Davis Hwy., (504) 304-5757; www.dmacsbarandgrill.com The Monday red beans and rice special can be topped with a grilled pork chop. The Thursday special is chicken-fried steak served with mashed potatoes and vegetables. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Hard Rock Cafe

Juan’s Flying Burrito

2018 Magazine St., (504) 5690000; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-9950; www.juansflyingburrito.com Red chili chicken and goat cheese quesadillas come dressed with spinach and a side of cucumber salsa. Hawaii 5-0-4 nachos are tortilla chips topped with Jack cheese, pulled pork, bacon, grilled mango, chipotle sour cream, cilantro, avocado and jalapenos. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

La Carreta

107 Carrollwood Drive, LaPlace, (985) 651-9991; 108 N.W. Railroad Ave., Hammond, (985) 419-9990; 812 Highway 190, Covington, (985) 400-5202; 1200 W. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, (985) 624-2990; www.carretarestaurant.com Monterrey fajitas include Angus skirt steak, tortillas, rice and beans. The sampler plate features a chile relleno, beef taco, beef enchilada, rice and beans. Reservations accepted except on Fridays. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Mizado Cocina

5080 Pontchartrain Blvd., (504) 885-5555; www.mizadococina.com The menu includes gourmet takes on traditional Mexican and South American dishes. Creative tacos feature fillings including Peking duck confit, smoked pork belly and charred rare tuna. Ceviche offerings

include tuna with citrus ponzu, melon and avocado. No reservations. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Nacho Mama’s Mexican Grill

1000 S. Clearview Pkwy., Suite 1016, Harahan, (504) 736-1188; www.nachomamasmexicangrill.com Southwest egg rolls are filled with cabbage, corn, cilantro, onions and cheese and served with pepper jelly. The mixed green salad includes grilled chicken, portobello mushrooms and skirt steak or jumbo shrimp over candied pecans, Mandarin oranges, roasted red bell peppers and red onions and lime-cilantro vinaigrette. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Santa Fe Restaurant

3201 Esplanade Ave., (504) 9480077; www.santafenola.com Prince Edward Island mussels are steamed in tomato, chorizo, cilantro, fennel and white wine broth and served with crostini. Carne asada Alexander is an 8-ounce sirloin drizzled with Creole sauce and served with rice, beans, mixed vegetables and guacamole. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Superior Grill

3636 St. Charles Ave., (504) 8994200; www.superiorgrill.com

Brisket nachos are tortilla chips topped with slow-roasted brisket, beans, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapeno peppers and Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses. Pork fajitas feature mesquite-grilled pork, onions, peppers, tomatos, pico de gallo, guacamole, cheddar cheese, rice and beans. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Chef Ben Thibodeaux serves contemporary Creole dishes at Tableau.

large parties. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Taqueria Corona

514 City Park Ave., (504) 2720557; 925 E. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 302-2805; 1515 Poydras St., Suite 160, (504) 3098311; www.tacodelmar.com Taco Del Mar serves dishes such as burritos, tacos, quesadillas and nachos. Mondo burritos can be rolled in whole wheat, tomato, spinach or flour tortillas. Side items include chips and queso, rice and beans and guacamole. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

1827 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 738-6722; 3535 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 885-5088; 5932 Magazine St., (504) 897-3974; www.taqueriacorona.com The menu includes California-style burritos, soft tacos, flautas, Mexican pizzas and more. Avocado salad features sliced avocado, lettuce and tomatos in tangy dressing. The shrimp quesadilla is filled with mozzarella and cheddar cheeses and served with guacamole and salsa. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Tacos & Beer

The Velvet Cactus

Taco Del Mar

201 E. Thomas St., (985) 542-7430; 1622 St. Charles Ave., (504) 304-8722 Taco fillings include carne asada, carnitas, pastor, suadero (brisket) and fish, and tacos are topped with onion, cilantro and red or green sauce. DUI fries are steak fries topped with carne asada, melted cheese, sour cream and jalapenos. Reservations accepted for

6300 Argonne Blvd., (504) 3012083; www.thevelvetcactus.com Mexico meets Louisiana in dishes such as jumbo shrimp sauteed with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and jalapenos served over chipotle cheese grits. Chicken Pablo features mesquite-smoked chicken topped with roasted portobello mushrooms, grilled onions, pico de gallo and jalapeno cream

125 Bourbon St., (504) 529-5617; www.hardrock.com/neworleans The Twisted Mac, Chicken & Cheese combines cavatappi (corkscrew) pasta, grilled chicken breast, three-cheese sauce, garlic, roasted red peppers and Romano-parsley breadcrumbs. West Tennessee-style hickory-smoked ribs are dry-rubbed, slow cooked and basted with hickory barbecue sauce. Reservations accepted online. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Kukhnya

Siberia, 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855; www.siberianola.com At the back of the music club, the kitchen offers Eastern European comfort food. Pierogis are Polish potato and cheese dumplings served with sour cream and sweet onions. The Polboy features a Polish sausage, spicy cabbage and savory fried onions with mustard and pickles on French bread. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Cash only for food. $

Maison

508 Frenchmen St., (504) 371-5543; www.maisonfrenchmen.com Apple rum-spiced bread pudding is drizzled with Sailor Jerry rum sauce. Jamaican pulled pork is slow cooked in ginger beer, drizzled with barbecue sauce and served with coleslaw and mixed vegetables. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

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Handsome Willy’s Patio Bar & Lounge

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Roasted bone marrow is served with fried oysters, arugula and preserved lemon vinaigrette. Grilled Gulf shrimp are served with fried fingerling potatoes, red chili flakes and sabayon. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner and late-night Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Palm Court Jazz Cafe

and rice lunch dish features smoked sausage and is served with salad. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Sun.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Brothers Ole New Orleans Cafe

1502 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, (504) 366-1073 Seafood gumbo brims with okra, shrimp, crawfish and crab. The Who Dat burger is a half-pound bacon cheddar burger served with steak fries. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

Steamboat Natchez

Toulouse Street Wharf, 400 Toulouse St., (504) 586-8777; www.steamboatnatchez.com Creole creamed spinach comes with braised onions, cream cheese, Parmesan and feta cheese. Frittata del giorno is an Italian-style crustless quiche made with eggs, vegetables, cheeses, herbs and spices and served with cured ham. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

NEIGHBORHOOD Betsy’s Pancake House

2542 Canal St., (504) 822-0213 The breakfast special features two eggs, bacon, grits and pancakes. The red beans

Franky and Johnny’s Restaurant

321 Arabella St., (504) 899-9146 This casual eatery offers boiled shrimp and crawfish, staples such as chicken and andouille gumbo and specials such as shrimp Creole and shrimp and corn bisque. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

GG’S Dine-O-RaMa

3100 Magazine St., (504) 373-6579; www.ggsneworleans.com Jumbo Gulf shrimp are served over smoked Gouda organic yellow grits with sauteed andouille, garlic, peppers and onions and lobster-cognac butter sauce. Dave’s crab cake is a lump crab cake served over arugula, roasted corn, grape tomatos, mushrooms and pork belly lardons with walnut-grain mustard vinaigrette. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast Sat., lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Fri., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

High Hat Cafe

4500 Freret St., (504) 754-1336; www.highhatcafe.com Spicy seared Gulf fish is served with new potato-and-shrimp hash. Whole fried catfish comes with coleslaw, fries and hushpuppies. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Joey K’s Restaurant & Bar

3001 Magazine St., (504) 891-0997; www.joeyksrestaurant.com Shrimp Magazine features shrimp sauteed in olive oil and Eat New Orleans white wine with garlic, arti900 Dumaine St., (504) 522choke hearts, ham and green 7222; www.eatnola.com onion, served over angel hair Braised short ribs are served pasta. The eggplant Napoleon over garlic smashed potatoes. features fried eggplant medalThe Cajun answer to beignets lions layered with fried shrimp are fried bread dough sticks and topped with served with whipped crawfish cream Steen’s cane syrup sauce. No butter. Reservations fried chicken reservations. accepted. Lunch and livers with Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch pepper jelly dinner Mon.Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Sat. Credit cards. $$ Elizabeth’s 601 Gallier St., (504) 944K.Y.’S Olde Towne 9272; www.elizabethsBicycle Shop restaurantnola.com 2267 Carey St., Slidell, (985) 641Southern fare gets a creative 1911; www.kysoldetowne.com twist in dishes like fried Grilled Gulf fish comes with chicken livers with pepper two sides. Paneed center jelly and blue-cheese oysters. cut pork loin is served with Signature praline bacon is fettuccine Alfredo. No reservaavailable any time of day and tions. Lunch and dinner daily. is incorporated in many dishCredit cards. $$ es. Reservations accepted. PAGE 74

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1204 Decatur St., (504) 5250200; www.palmcourtjazzcafe.com Creole beef Indienne is simmered with tomatos, peppers, mushrooms, garlic, onions and spices Cafe B Creole and served 2700 Metairie Road, with mango crab dip Metairie, (504) 934-4700; chutney and www.cafeb.com rice. Chicken Creole crab dip is made Ambrosia is a with Lake Pontchartrain sauteed chicken crabmeat, house-made breast served with fennel-PerCreole cream cheese nod cream sauce and spinach and scallions, topped with fettuccine. Reservations recchevre and served with ommended. Dinner Wed.-Sun. toasted brioche. Grilled Gulf Credit cards. $$$ fish is served with confit wild mushrooms, spaghetti Rock ’N’ Bowl squash and charred Vidalia 3000 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) onions and drizzled with aged 861-1700; www.rocknbowl.com balsamic and extra virgin olive The house burger features oil. Reservations recommendhouse-ground, grass-fed beef ed. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner from Straight Stick Ranch and Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit comes with fries. Fried pickles cards. $$$ are served with Crystal hot sauce-based Boss Sauce. No Camellia Cafe reservations. Lunch, dinner 525 Hwy. 190 W. Slidell, (985) and late-night Mon.-Sat. Credit 649-6211; 69455 Hwy. 59, Abita cards. $ Springs, (985) 809-6313; www.thecamelliacafe.com Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro The seafood platter includes 626 Frenchmen St., (504) 949fried catfish, shrimp and 0696; www.snugjazz.com oysters, stuffed crab, stuffed Fish Marigny features a fried shrimp, hushpuppies, toast, fillet topped with Gulf shrimp a side and salad. The chef’s and Creole cream sauce. Spicy salad is topped with turkey, barbecue shrimp features cheese, tomatos and bacon. shell-on shrimp sauteed with No reservations. Breakfast, butter, garlic, rosemary and lunch and dinner daily. Credit cayenne pepper. No resercards. $ vations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

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Monday-Friday 4-7PM Fried Shrimp and Spinach Salad...................... $12.95

Zatarain’s fried shrimp over baby spinach, tomatoes, eggs, portabella mushrooms and onions ser ved with creole mustard vinaigrette

Sesame Crusted Jerk Chicken Salad....................... $11.95

Warm black and white sesame crusted jerk chicken tenders over fresh baby spinach, topped with homemade mango salsa, chopped pecans and red onions, ser ved with sesame ginger dressing

Fiesta Burger........................... $8.95

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Our 8oz Juicy Lucy bet ween t wo crispy tortillas with melted cheese, jalapenos, pico de gallo and shredded lettuce, choose fries, sweet potato fries or salad

Veggie Sand.................................. $8.95 Roasted portabella mushrooms, red and green peppers, zucchini, yellow squash and onions, topped with swiss cheese and pecan pesto on grilled sour dough bread with spring mix, ser ved with black beans and corn salad

Da’ Big Ka’ Tuna.......................... $10.95 Black and white sesame crusted seared tuna over soy ginger rice with diced cucumbers, avocado, soy beans tossed with Ponzu sauce. Vegetarian option sub tofu for tuna

Surf-N-Turf Board.................... $15.95 Grilled 4oz. beef Tenderloin filet, served with mango Butter sauce and 5 marinated jumbo shrimp, choice of cilantro lime rice or poblano-pepperjack cheese grits and roasted vegetables

The Santa Cruz Skillet..................................... $7.95 Three eggs scrambled w/cheese, sausage, bacon, ham, grilled onion & tomato; topped with sour cream & salsa, with home fries on a cast iron skillet

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Grilled chicken, black beans, avocado, salsa and cheese rolled in a flour tortilla, with sides of salsa and sour cream

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515 Harrison Ave., (504) 484-0841; 6215 Wilson St., Harahan, (504) 737-3933; www.kozcooks.com Red beans and rice comes with sausage or chicken. The roast beef po-boy features house-cooked roast beef on Gendusa Bakery bread. No reservations. Harrison Avenue: Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat. Wilson Street: Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Liuzza’s by the Track

1518 N. Lopez St., (504) 218-7888 Creole gumbo is made with shrimp, oysters and andouille. The barbecue shrimp po-boy features shrimp cooked in peppery butter sauce and served in a hollowed-out French bread pistolette. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Liuzza’s Restaurant and Bar

3636 Bienville St., (504) 4829120; www.liuzzas.com The Creole and Italian favorites include lasagna, eggplant Parmesan and fried seafood platters. The Frenchuletta is a muffuletta on French bread served hot. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$

MeMe’s Bar & Grille

712 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 644-4992; www.memesbarandgrille.com Shrimp and grits feature New Orleans barbecue shrimp over stone-ground Carolina grits. The 8-ounce filet is served with bearnaise, MeMe’s steak sauce and a side. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Nathan’s Restaurant

P&G Restaurant

345 Baronne St., (504) 525-9678 The fried shrimp po-boy fills French bread with shrimp, lettuce, tomato, pickles, mayonnaise and ketchup, cocktail sauce or tartar sauce. Red beans and rice comes with either smoked or hot sausage and French bread. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Patio Restaurant

5540 Crowder Blvd., (504) 240-6744 The seafood baked potato is stuffed with crabmeat, shrimp, crawfish, green onions and cheese. Barbecued ribs are served with house barbecue sauce. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Petunia’s Place

2020 Hwy. 59, Mandeville, (985) 674-3436; www.petuniasplace.com Pork tenderloin is drizzled with bourbon sauce and served with baby potato cakes. Breaded eggplant is filled with fried oysters, house-made artichoke dressing and creamy shrimp sauce and served with garlic butter pasta. Reservations accepted. Lunch Thu.-Tue., dinner Thu.Mon. Credit cards. $$

Riccobono’s Peppermill

3524 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 455-2266; www.riccobonos.com Oysters Riccobono is a casserole of oysters, mushrooms, garlic and olive oil topped with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Chicken fettuccine features a chicken breast, coated with breadcrumbs, pan-fried then served with fettuccine Alfredo. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

36440 Old Bayou Liberty Road, Slidell, (985) 643-0443; www.nathansrestaurant.net Southside Cafe Blackened tuna is served on 3154 Pontchartrain Drive, a bed of tasso and sweet Slidell, (985) 643-6133; potato hash with Creole honey-butter. Char-broiled Lou- www.southsidecafe.net The strawberry blue salad isiana oysters are topped with is made with spinach or garlic butter. Reservations romaine, applerecommended. Lunch wood-smoked and dinner Tue.-Sat. bacon, boiled Credit cards. $$$ Korean egg, blue cheese, fried Louisiana Noodle and Pie strawberries 741 State St., (504) 252chicken and strawberry 9431; www.noodleandvinaigrette. pie.com The Peacemaker The cafe serves ramen, combines a dozen fried Asian dishes including oysters, American cheese, Korean-style fried two eggs cooked to order and chicken, house-made pickles and seafood. Pie flavors include applewood-smoked bacon on Leidenheimer French bread. apple, Satsuma-pumpkin and The brunch menu is available chocolate pie topped with coall day Sunday. No reservaconut cream. No reservations. tions. Lunch and dinner daily, Dinner daily. Credit cards. $

brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Speakeasy Bar & Grill

4345 Williams Blvd., Suite F1, Kenner, (504) 466-4069; www. speakeasybargrill.com The smoked brisket sandwich is served with pickles, onions and chips. The Italian meatball sandwich is smothered in house-made marinara, onions and provolone and served with chips. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Sugar Park

3054 St. Claude Ave., (504) 942-2047; www.sugarparknola.com Who’s Your Mama! pizza is topped with shrimp, corn, pineapple and spicy adobo sauce. At Sunday brunch, Hog in Heaven features two poached eggs on pulled-pork potato hash, sauteed spinach, cider gravy and hollandaise. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $

PAN-ASIAN August Moon

875 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 302-7977; 3635 Prytania St., (504) 899-5129; www.moonnola.com This cafe serves Chinese and Vietnamese dishes. Sichuan eggplant has sauteed vegetables tossed in spicy garlic sauce. Cantonese lobster is sauteed with ginger and scallions. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Cafe East

4628 Rye St., Metairie, (504) 888-0078; www.cafeeastnola.com Thai red snapper is pan-roasted and served with artichokes and potatoes in green curry sauce. The Cafe East Trio is a stir-fry combining shrimp, beef, chicken, mushrooms and okra in spicy sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Lucky Rooster

515 Baronne St., (504) 529-5825; www.luckyroosternola.com The menu includes a mix of Vietnamese, Chinese and Korean dishes and there are house-made sodas (available in “tiger” versions with a shot of vodka). Crunchy shrimp spring rolls are served with lemon grass dipping sauce. The Happy Mandarin salad combines five-spice chicken, goat cheese, sesame wontons, arugula and sesame-soy vinaigrette. No reservations. Lunch and dinner

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Soho Asian Cuisine

601 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Metairie, (504) 301-2266; www. sohoasiancuisine.com The restaurant offers an extensive menu of popular Chinese dishes as well as sushi, tempura, teriyaki and Japanese noodles. Crispy Peking duck is served with scallions and hoisin sauce. The Soho roll bundles softshell crab, avocado, tempura shrimp and snow crab inside and is topped with salmon, tuna, roe, crunchy flakes, eel sauce and spicy mayonnaise. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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220 S. Robertson St., (504)

Brooklyn Pizzeria

4301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 833-1288; www. eatbrooklyn.net The Frenchaletta sandwich features ham, salami, provolone and house-made olive salad on French bread. The Godfather pizza is topped with anchovies, minced garlic, garlic sausage and feta. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Ditali’s Pizza

81600 Belle Chasse Hwy., Belle Chasse, (504) 393-1160; Northshore Square Mall, 150 Northshore Blvd., Slidell, (985) 649-5657; Oakwood Center, 197 Westbank Expwy., Gretna, (504) 366-2882; www.ditalis.com The pizza turnover is a calzone stuffed with pepperoni, sausage, meatballs, ham, mozzarella and marinara. Baked ziti is a pasta casserole full of cheese and marinara meat sauce. Reservation and delivery policies and hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Happy Italian Pizzeria

7105 Jefferson Highway, (504) 305-4666; www.happyitalian.com This pizzeria makes its own

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dough, sauces and Italian sausage and pastries are baked in house. Appetizer pepperoni rolls look like cinnamon buns, but feature tomato sauce and pepperoni in house-made dough. The Christopher Columbus pie is topped with Italian sausage, artichokes, spinach and portobello mushroom. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Huey P’s Pizzeria

139 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, (504) 366-1818; www.facebook. com/hueyps Fried chicken and waffles are a favorite at Huey P’s. Barbecue chicken pizza is topped with grilled chicken, cilantro, roasted red peppers and onions. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Isabella’s Pizzeria

200 Hewitt Road, Hammond, (985) 230-9900; 2660 Florida St., Mandeville, (985) 674-5700; 70452 Hwy. 21, Suite 500, Covington, (985) 875-7620; www. isabellaspizzeria.net Isabella’s Suprema is a calzone stuffed with green onion sausage, sauteed red and green peppers and onions and a medley of cheeses. The Four Seasons pizza is divided by dough ropes into quarters: PAGE 76

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Inside Barcadia, 601 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 335-1740; www.ohm-lounge.com Ohm is an Asian-styled lounge in the back of Barcadia. The Shroomin’ Swiss burger is a house-ground patty with aged Swiss and Romano cheeses, sauteed crimini mushrooms, PBR-braised onions and arugula. The Cali Girl is honey-brined turkey, avocado, aged Swiss cheese, radish sprouts, arugula, tomato and green goddess dressing served on multigrain bread. Reservations accepted. Dinner and late-night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $

581-3500 The Hawaiian pie features ham, pineapple, mozzarella, tomato sauce and bell peppers; jalapenos make it a Hot Hawaiian. Spinach manicotti pasta is filled with spinach, mozzarella and herbed ricotta and covered with house marinara. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

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garlic herb sauce with tomato and basil; green onion sausage, roasted red pepper and caramelized onion; shrimp, crawfish and roasted garlic; and spinach. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Citywide; www.italian pie.com These pizzerias serve pizzas, salads, pasta, sandwiches and more. Mediterranean pizza features artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, red onions, tomatos, herbed ricotta, mozzarella and pesto sauce. Fettuccine is topped with grilled chicken or shrimp and creamy Alfredo sauce. Delivery available. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen

95 French Market Place, (504) 522-9500; www.louisianapizzakitchen.com The roasted chicken pizza is topped with black beans, cilantro, jalapenos, roma tomatos, mozzarella and sour cream. Artichoke ravioli features cheese-stuffed pasta shells sauteed with pesto cream sauce, artichoke hearts and sun-dried tomatos. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Uptown

Italian sausage, tomatos, artichokes and fresh basil. Gluten-free crusts are available. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Mellow Mushroom

1645 Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 327-5407; 3131 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 644-4155; 8227 Oak St., (504) 345-8229; www.mellowmushroom.com The Enlightened spinach salad has spinach, dried cherries, apples, housemade candied pecans and feta. Holy Shiitake pie is made with shiitake and portobello mushrooms, caramelized onions, mozzarella and Montamore cheeses and drizzled with garlic aioli and black truffle oil. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and brunch daily. Credit cards. $$

The Midway

4725 Freret St., (504) 3222815; www.midwaypizzanola.com This pizzeria offers a large selection of specialty deep-dish pies. The Uptown Meatdown is topped with pepperoni, sausage, meatballs, ham and bacon. The Larry flatbread features prosciutto, caramelized onions, fresh mozzarella, tomato-basil relish, balsamic reduction and extra virgin olive oil. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Milano’s Pizzeria 615 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 3012 Cleary Ave., Metairie, 866-5900; www.louisiana(504) 780-7500; pizzakitchenupwww.ordermitown.com butternut lanosmetairie. Butternut squash com squash ravioli are served The vegewith shrimp, ravioli tarian grilled scallions, red bell artichoke sub peppers, herb-butis dressed with onions, ter cream sauce mushrooms, mozzarella and and Parmesan. feta cheeses. The Greek Cuban pizza is topped salad features lettuce, towith pulled pork, coleslaw, barbecue sauce, mozzarella mato, red onion, bell pepper, kalamata olives, feta and cheese and pickles. Resersun-dried tomato dressing. vations accepted for large No reservations. Lunch and parties. Lunch and dinner dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Mark Twain’s Pizza Landing

2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www.marktwainspizza.com The barbecue chicken pizza combines mesquite-cooked chicken with Roma tomatos, green bell peppers and red onions over house barbecue sauce. The Innocents Abroad is topped with Genoa salami,

Mo’s Pizza

1112 Avenue H, Westwego, (504) 341-9650; www.mospizzanola.com Mo’s muffuletta features layers of house-made olive salad, Italian cold cuts and provolone cheese and is served toasted. The all meat pizza features pepperoni, Italian sausage and sliced meatballs. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Naked Pizza

701 Metairie Road, Suite 2A105, Metairie, (504) 8350066; 6307 S. Miro St., (504) 865-0244; www.nakedpizza.biz This pizzeria offers probiotic and gluten-free crusts. Glazed cinnamon rolls are made without added sugar. The Omnivore pie includes pepperoni, hamburger, ham, bell pepper, mushrooms and black olives. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

New York Pizza

4418 Magazine St., (504) 891-2376; www.newyorkpizzanola.com The Big Apple pizza is loaded with pepperoni, Canadian bacon, mushrooms, olives, onions, green peppers, Italian sausage and garlic, and anchovies and jalapenos on request. The vegetarian-friendly Queens pizza is olive-oil based and comes with artichokes, spinach, mushroom, mozzarella and feta cheeses. The menu also includes salads and calzones. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

7888; www.pizzaflorence.net The Mediterranean salad combines romaine and spring mix lettuce with red onions, artichokes, kalamata olives, Roma tomatos and roasted red bell peppers in sun-dried tomato dressing. The seafood pasta combines shrimp, pasta and penne rigate in cream sauce. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Pizza Man of Covington

1513 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.slicepizzeria.com Pizza is available by the slice or whole pie and there are calzones, salads, pasta dishes and more. The PGA pie is topped with prosciutto, Gorgonzola and organic arugula. Bacon, basil and chicken ravioli are served with pesto cream sauce, red gravy and mozzarella and pecorino cheeses. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

1248 Collins Blvd., Covington, (985) 892-9874; www.thepizza-man.com The Board pizza is topped with spinach, feta, onion, mushrooms and capicola ham. The Palace Pizza is loaded with house-made Italian sausage, meatballs, pepperoni, green bell pepper and diced onion. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

Pizza NOLA

141 W. Harrison Ave., (504) 872-0731; www.pizzanola.com The barbecue chicken wrap is filled with grilled chicken, barbecue sauce, mozzarella Pie, Pizza & Pastas and onions. Shrimp scampi 814 S. Peters St., (504) 528features grilled Gulf shrimp 2743; www.piepizzaandpasin white wine-lemon sauce tas.com over spaghetti. ReservaThe chicken club features tions accepted for large marinated chicken, smoked parties. Breakfast Fri.-Sun., bacon, Black Forest ham, lunch and dinner daily. mozzarella and Credit cards and sun-dried checks. $ tomato aioli. pancetta The Greek-acand Brussels Pizzicare cented Marsprouts pie Pizzeria garitis pizza 3001 Tulane Ave., is topped (504) 301-4823; with marinated www.pizziartichokes, roasted garlic, care.com baby spinach, black olives, The pancetta and Brussels tomatos, feta and garlic sprouts pie includes butter. No reservations. roasted garlic, mozzarella Lunch and dinner daily, and white sauce. Buildlate-night Thu.-Sat. Credit your-own salads feature cards. $$ vegetables from local Pizza Delicious farmers markets and dressings by Liberty’s Kitchen. 617 Piety St., (504) 676-8482; No reservations. Lunch and www.pizzadelicious.com dinner daily. Credit cards. $ New York-style thin crust pizza is available Reginelli’s Pizzeria by the slice or whole pie. Citywide; Mozzarella and tomato www.reginellis.com pizza is topped with local, The Tony’s Play pie is spicy marinated kale and topped with pepperoni, fresh Parmesan. Bucatini pancetta, prosciutto, mushcarbonara is tossed with rooms, onions, bell peppers, a local farm egg, cheese capers, mozzarella cheese and house-made pancetta. and marinara. Avocado and No reservations. Lunch asparagus salad is tossed and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit with feta, artichoke, Roma cards. $ tomatos, croutons and honey-Dijon vinaigrette. No Pizza Florence reservations. Lunch and 4445 Veterans Memorial dinner daily, late-night Fri.Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-

Rotolo’s Pizzeria

Citywide; www.rotolos.com Parma rosa pasta features blackened shrimp, Italian sausage and penne pasta tossed in creamy tomato sauce. The barbecued chicken pizza tops a hand-tossed crust with barbecue sauce, grilled chicken and red onions. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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Theo’s Pizza

1212 S. Clearview Parkway, Harahan, (504) 733-3803; 4024 Canal St., (504) 302-1133; 4218 Magazine St., (504) 8948554; www.theospizza.com Theo’s cooks pizzas in a stone hearth oven and also serves sandwiches and salads. The Jammer’s “O”riginal pie is topped with Canadian bacon, banana peppers, goat cheese, mozzarella, mushrooms and onions. The West Bank special includes crumbled bacon, chicken, roasted red bell peppers, jalapenos, pineapple and mozzarella. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Wit’s Inn Bar & Pizza Kitchen

141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600; www.witsinn.com The salad pizza is a cheese pizza topped with spring greens, blue cheese and vinaigrette. The Hawaiian pizza is topped with applewood-smoked bacon, red and green bell peppers, provolone and mozzarella cheeses and jalapenos. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

SANDWICHES & PO-BOYS Avery’s Po-Boys

2510 Tulane Ave., (504) 821-4110; www.averysontulane.com The oysters Rockefeller PAGE 78

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po-boy tops fried oysters with spinach Rockefeller dressing on French bread. Deep-fried potato salad is topped with bacon, cheddar, sour cream, onions, pickles and horseradish cream sauce. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Bear’s Grill & Spirits

550 Gause Blvd., Slidell, (985) 201-8905; 4700 Hwy. 22., Suite 1, Mandeville, (985) 674-9090; www.bearsgrillandspirits.com The roast beef po-boy features slow-cooked roast beef doused au jus, dressed with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatos and pickles. The bear seafood platter features oysters, catfish, shrimp, french fries and hushpuppies. Reservations accepted for large parties. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

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Bear’s Poboys At Gennaro’s Bar

This Italian grocery is known for its muffuletta, available on whole or half loaves. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Cooter Brown’s Tavern

509 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-9104; www.cooterbrowns.com There’s a raw bar for oysters on the half shell. The kitchen menu includes the Bayou Philly, made with alligator sausage, shrimp, bell peppers, onions and pepper Jack and American cheeses served open-faced on French bread. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Counter Market & Deli

337 Chartres St., (504) 5985005; cocktailneworleans. com/counter-deli Adjoining chef Greg Sonnier’s Kingfish is his casual lunch counter. The Red Eye Gator Boy features alligator meatballs braised in red gravy and topped with melted provolone. The D.A.T. combines coffee-cured duck bacon, tomato, arugula and aioli on rye bread. No reservations. Lunch daily. Credit cards. $

lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Gattuso’s Neighborhood Bar & Restaurant

435 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, (504) 368-1114; www.gattusos.net The oyster club features fried oysters, baby spinach, bacon, red onions, tomatos and remoulade on toasted nine-grain bread. Strawberry and feta salad includes grilled chicken, baby spinach, almonds and a choice of dressing. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Grocery

2854 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-9524; www.thegroceryneworleans.com The Mom and Pop roast beef po-boy features hot beef in gravy dressed with provolone cheese, jalapenos, sauteed onions and horseradish mayonnaise. The chicken pesto pressed sandwich uses sauteed onions, sun-dried tomato pesto, grilled chicken and provolone cheese. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

3206 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 833-9226; www.bearsgrillandspirits.com The roast beef po-boy features roast beef simmered in gravy and served on Leidenheimer French bread dressed with lettuce, tomato, pickles Jam’s Po-Boys and mayonCrabby Jack’s Catering naise. The fried green 428 Jefferson Hwy., (504) & 612 Sena Drive, Metairie, Bear burger tomato and 833-2722; www.crabby(504) 833-5882; is a 10-ounce jacks- nola.com www.jamspoboys.com shrimp beef patty Jacques Leonardi’s The chicken Parmesan topped with remoulade Chef lunch counter serves sandwich is served on a debris, Swiss po-boy original po-boys, salads bun or French bread. Roast cheese, and entrees. The fried beef po-boys are made with lettuce, togreen tomato and thin-sliced roast beef in gravy. mato, pickles and shrimp remoulade Reservations accepted. Lunch mayonnaise. No reservations. po-boy is served Mon.-Sat., dinner Wed.-Fri. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. on French bread. Shrimp Credit cards. $ Credit cards. $ and tasso pasta combines Cajun-seasoned Gulf shrimp, Johnny’s Po-Boys Bear’s Restaurant house-cured tasso and pasta 511 St. Louis St., (504) 524-8129; 128 W. 21st Ave., Covington, in Parmesan cream sauce. No www.johnnyspoboys.com (985) 892-2373 reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Named after a former regular The roast beef po-boy Credit cards. $ customer, the Judge Bosetta features house-roasted beef po-boy comes with ground soaked in gravy served on Domilise’s Po-Boys beef, Italian and hot sausage French bread with lettuce, 5240 Annunciation St., and Swiss cheese. The Johntomato and mayonnaise. The (504) 899-9126 ny’s special combines beef, meatball po-boy consists of The roast beef po-boy comes grilled ham and American and house-made meatballs and smothered in gravy and Swiss cheese on French bread sweet Italian gravy. No reserdressed with Creole mustard. or Texas toast. Breakfast and vations. Lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit The fried shrimp po-boy can lunch daily. No reservations. cards and checks. $ be ordered dressed with Cash only. $ Swiss cheese and roast beef Cafe Navarre gravy. No reservations. Lunch Killer Po-Boys 800 Navarre Ave., (504) 483and early dinner Mon.-Wed. Erin Rose Bar, 811 Conti St., 8828; www.cafenavarre.com and Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ (504) 252-6745; www.killerpoThe Cuban sandwich is made boys.blogspot.com with pulled pork, sliced ham, Freret Street Tucked in the back mustard, mayonnaise, pickles Po-Boy & Donut Shop of the Erin Rose Bar, and Swiss cheese on pressed 4701 Freret Killer Po-boys serves a Leidenheimer French bread. St., (504) 872variety of sandwiches The spinach and artichoke seared 9676; www. including the Coriander panino features feta, tomatos eggplant freretstreetpolime seared Gulf shrimp and mozzarella on sourdough boys.com po-boy with marinated bread. No reservations. Breakpo-boy Roast beef pocucumber, carrots, fast and lunch daily, dinner boys are served radishes and local herbs. Tue.-Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. dressed on toasted French Vegetarians can try the Credit cards. $ bread. Red beans and rice seared eggplant po-boy with Central Grocery chickpeas, roasted peppers, is served with sausage. No sesame eggplant spread, 923 Decatur St., (504) 523-1620 reservations. Breakfast and PAGE 80

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La Bella’s

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Parkway Bakery & Tavern

2118 Third St., Kenner, (504) 466-4675; www.labellascatering.com The muffuletta is piled with layers of Genoa salami, Chisesi ham, provolone and mozzarella cheeses and house-made olive salad. Chicken praline is served with bourbon-pecan sauce. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $$

Liberty Cheesesteaks

5031 Freret St., (504) 875-4447; www.libertycheesesteaks.com The Wiz features steak, caramelized onions and cheddar-colby cheese sauce on an Italian hoagie roll. The Veal features a veal cutlet topped with tomatos, mozzarella, prosciutto and arugula drizzled with oil and vinegar and served on an Italian hoagie roll. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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Magazine Po-Boy and Sandwich Shop

2368 Magazine St., (504) 522-3107; www.facebook.com/ pages/magazine-po-boy-shop Fried oysters are served over romaine lettuce with house-made remoulade on Leidenheimer bread. The veal Parmesan po-boy features breaded veal, house-made red sauce and Swiss cheese. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Mahony’s Po-Boy Shop

806 N. Rampart St., (504) 4073780; www.mistergregorys.com The Vieux Carre cold French sandwich tops Gulf shrimp with dill, garlic aioli and fried shallots. The Boeuf features local roast beef, caramelized onion, Swiss cheese and horseradish cream. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Mr. Poor Boy Restaurant

10202 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, (504) 737-1170 This casual eatery serves sandwiches, salads, fried seafood platters and daily specials. The grilled catfish plate comes with house-made eggplant sauce, sauteed spinach and two sides. The roast beef po-boy features slowcooked roast beef dressed to order on Leidenheimer French bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Monster Po-Boys

1814 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 9, Mandeville, (985) 626-9183; www.facebook.com/pages/ monster-poboys The fried oyster plate comes with pickle chips, Cajun fries, potato salad and bread. The house-made roast beef po-boy comes with house-made gravy. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Wed.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

538 Hagan Ave., (504) 482-3047; www.parkwaypoorboys.com The roast beef po-boy features slow-cooked roast beef in gravy. The surf-and-turf po-boy tops fried shrimp with roast beef gravy. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

Parran’s Po-Boys

3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 885-3416; www.parranspoboys.com Parran’s seafood muffuletta includes fried shrimp, catfish and oysters dressed with Cajun mayonnaise. Blackened shrimp fill a po-boy. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Pita Pit

5800 Magazine St., (504) 8994141; www.pitapitnola.com The jerk chicken pita is dressed with grilled onions, green peppers, pineapples, spinach, tomatos, mushrooms, cheddar and mango-pineapple vinaigrette. The barbecue chicken pita includes onions, lettuce, tomato, cheddar and barbecue sauce. Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Roly Poly

citywide; www.rolypoly.com The Spa salad includes plum tomatos, green peppers, cucumber, carrots, mushrooms, avocado, walnuts, dried cranberries, alfalfa sprouts, mixed greens and balsamic vinaigrette. The pressed Key West Cuban sandwich combines smoked pork, turkey, ham, Swiss and cheddar cheeses, pickles, onions, tomatos, lettuce and honey mustard. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Nor-Joe Import 3454 Magazine St., Company (504) 899-3374; www.mahonys505 Frisco Ave., Metairie, (504) poboys.com 833-9240; www.norjoe.com The Peacemaker layers fried The muffuletta features Italian local oysters, bacon and chedmeats, cheeses and olive dar cheese on Leidenheimer salad piled high on Sicilian French bread. Angus’ pot roast sesame bread. Buffalo mozbeef po-boy is served dressed zarella is imported on Leidenheimer bread. from Italy. No No reservations. Lunch reservations. and dinner daily. Credit houseand early cards. $$ made beef Lunch dinner Mon.-Sat. and pork Mano’s Po-boys Credit cards. $ 6943 Saints Drive, MeThe Sammich meatballs The Nutrition tairie, (504) 734-0922; 7708 Maple St., (504) 813-5259; www.manosCompany www.thesammich.com poboys.com 4350 Hwy. 22, Suite H, ManThe Thai tempura-battered Mano’s meatballs deville, (985) 727-3482; www. lobster sandwich features are house-made with beef thenutritioncomlobster claw and knuckle and pork and simmered in pany.com meat, spicy mango Thai red gravy. The seafood platter The free-range butter, lettuce and includes fried local shrimp, buffalo burger tomato on Leidenheimer tempurafried catfish, a crab patty, is served on bread. Slow-cooked veal battered french fries and salad. No resa toasted orshank meat fills the osso lobster ervations. Breakfast and lunch ganic-sprouted buco sandwich, dressed Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ grain bun. The sandwich with bone marrow Blast sandwich mayonnaise, lettuce and Mike Serio’s tomato. Reservations acis made with cepted for large parties. Po-Boys & Deli free-range turkey, bacon, letLunch and dinner daily. tuce, avocado and soy Swiss 133 St. Charles Ave., Credit cards. $$ cheese served on grilled (504) 523-2668

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901 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-0916; www.sammyspoboys.com Popular staple items include chicken and andouille gumbo and a dressed roast beef po-boy. The Flickaletta is a muffuletta made with ham, salami, Swiss cheese and olive salad on French bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat, dinner Sun. Credit cards. $$

Short Stop Po-Boys

119 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-4572; www.shortstoppoboys.com The debris po-boy features roast beef cooked with garlic, onions and Worcestershire sauce. Short Stop’s gumbo combines hot, smoked and andouille sausage and chicken. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

Wayfare

4510 Freret St., (504) 309-0069; www.facebook.com/ wayfarenola The tandoori Gobi includes tandoori-spiced roast cauli-

flower, yogurt sauce, red pepper, zucchini, yellow squash, toasted almonds, tomato, curried cabbage slaw, smoked Gouda and tamarind butter on ciabatta. The torta Ahogadas features pork, chicken or vegetables with fried plantains, zucchini, squash, roasted poblano peppers, pickled red onion, napa slaw, Monterey Jack cheese, black bean puree and guava butter on bolillo bread, served with spicy tomato broth. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

dressed with Tabasco-infused mayonnaise. Reservation policies vary by location. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

SEAFOOD

Bevi Seafood Co.

Acme Oyster House

724 Iberville St., (504) 522-5973; 1202 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 246-6155; 3000 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 309-4056; Harrah’s New Orleans, 8 Canal St., (504) 708-2409; www.acmeoyster.com The New Orleans medley includes samples of gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice and grilled smoked sausage. The Peacemaker po-boy combines fried shrimp and oysters

Chef Ryan Stone presents ale- and mustard-crusted pork loin with collard greens and sweet potato demiglace at 7 on Fulton.

4701 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-5003; www.beviseafoodco.com Canebrake barbecue shrimp is made with head-on shrimp smothered in beer sauce on toasted Leidenheimer bread. The cochon de lait po-boy features pecan-smoked pork topped with Creole coleslaw, pickled peppers and charred onion mayonnaise. No reservations. Lunch Wed.-Mon., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $ PAGE 82

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4848 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 780-9964; www. bonefishgrill.com Longfin tilapia Imperial is stuffed with shrimp, scallops and crabmeat and topped with lemon-caper butter. Chilean sea bass is cooked on a wood-burning grill and served with choices of sauce and side. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

(985) 809-3880; www.bustersplaceonline.com Buster’s burger features a char-grilled half-pound beef patty served dressed on a Kaiser roll. Char-grilled oysters come with lemon-garlic butter and French bread. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Caffe Fresca Restaurant

4445 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, (504) 887-2010; www.caffewhole Borgne fresca.com Hyatt Regency New flounder Trout St. John Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., is a grilled or stuffed (504) 613-3860; www. fried speckled with borgnerestaurant.com fillet shrimp and trout Whole flounder is stuffed topped with with shrimp and blue blue crab shrimp, crab and drizzled with a crawfish, Meyer lemon butter sauce. mushrooms and Oysters lightly poached green onions in an herb-butter in vermouth and oyster cream sauce served over liquor reduction are angel hair pasta with one finished with local bottarga side. The fried oyster platter and Parmesan and served includes a crawfish cake and over spaghetti. Reservations two sides. Delivery available. recommended. Lunch and Reservations accepted. Lunch dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$ Bourbon House 144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111; Cate Street www.bourbonhouse.com Seafood Station Bourbon House serves 308 S. Cate St., seafood dishes including New Hammond, (985) 340-3891; Orleans barbecue shrimp, www.catestreet308.com redfish cooked with the skin on, oysters from the raw bar The ultimate crab platter and more. Seafood gratin features one pound each of features shrimp and crabmeat Dungeness, snow and king in bechamel with Parmesan, crabs in house-made crab boil. artichokes, leeks and LeidSushi Martini is a combination enheimer crostini. The bar is of salmon, smelt roe, squid stocked with a large selection salad, crabstick and seaweed of bourbons. Reservations acsalad served with ponzu cepted. Breakfast, lunch and sauce. Reservations accepted dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri. Brisbi’s Lakefront Credit cards. $$

Restaurant & Bar

7400 Lakefront Drive, (504) 304-4125; www.brisbisrestaurant.com Fish tacos are filled with blackened or grilled fish, cilantro-lime salsa, feta and horseradish cream sauce. Gulf fish Pontchartrain is the fish of the day topped with crabmeat and hollandaise. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

429 Decatur St., (504) 522-5800; www.bubbagump.com Inspired by the movie Forrest Gump, this chain restaurant focuses on Gulf seafood. Spicy boiled crawfish and Shrimp New Orleans features shrimp broiled in butter, garlic and spices and served over jasmine rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Buster’s Place

519 E. Boston St., Covington,

The Crazy Lobster

Riverwalk Marketplace, 500 Port of New Orleans Place, Suite 83, (504) 569-3380; www. thecrazylobster.com Char-grilled oysters are topped with garlic butter and cheese. The steamed seafood bucket includes lobster, snow crab, shrimp, crawfish, clams, mussels, corn, potatoes and sausage. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

De-No Seafood

505 Gretna Blvd., Gretna, (504) 362-4608 The seafood platter comes with fried shrimp, catfish, oysters, stuffed crab and two sides. The soft-shell crab platter includes one or two fried crabs served with two side dishes. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Desire Bistro & Oyster Bar

300 Bourbon St., (504) 5860300; www.sonesta.com/ royalneworleans Shrimp and grits are served with tasso and spicy cream sauce. Oysters Desire are char-broiled and topped with garlic butter and Parmesan. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, latenight Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Don’s Seafood Hut

126 Lake Drive, Covington, (985) 327-7111; 4801 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 889-1550; www.donsseafoodonline.com Don’s seafood platter includes stuffed crab and shrimp, fried shrimp, catfish oysters and shrimp etouffee. Jacked-up oysters are char-broiled and topped with bacon, jalapenos and pepper Jack cheese. Fried farm-raised alligator is available as an appetizer. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Drago’s Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

3232 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie, (504) 888-9254; Hilton New Orleans Riverside, 2 Poydras St., (504) 584-3911; www.dragosrestaurant.com Lobster can be ordered char-broiled, stuffed, boiled or Empire style, which is stuffed and served with pasta, oysters and mushroom and onion cream sauce. Drago’s signature char-broiled oysters are topped with Parmesan, butter, parsley and garlic. No reservations. N. Arnoult Road: lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Poydras Street: Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

GW Fins

808 Bienville St., (504) 581-3467; www.gwfins.com Chef Tenney Flynn offers a mix of local and cold-water fish and shellfish. Lobster steamed dumplings are poached and seafood served with bucket lobster butter, fennel and tomato concasse. Scalibut features scallops and halibut and is served with Maine lobster risotto and pea shoot butter. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

The Galley Restaurant

2535 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-0955; www.thegalleyseafood.com Boiled crawfish, available by the pound, includes corn, potatoes, sausage and mushrooms in spicy crab boil.

winter restaurant guide Blackened redfish is topped with crabmeat and shrimp. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Galvez Restaurant

garlic mashed potatoes or red beans and rice and coleslaw and bread. Sauteed or fried oysters or shrimp bordelaise are served with garlic sauce and Parmesan cheese over pasta. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

914 N. Peters St., (504) 595-3400; www.galvezrestaurant.com Kenner Seafood Bouillabaisse de mariscos 3140 Loyola Drive, Kenner, Espanola includes crabs, mussels, calamari, shrimp, scallops (504) 466-4701; www.kennersea- food.net and fish in tomato broth. The deluxe seafood Paella de mariscos features platter includes shrimp, saffron arborio rice cooked oysters, catfish, stuffed with mussels, crab, soft-shell crab and shrimp, fish, shrimp fried frog legs. Shrimp fried in clams, scallops, in Italian Italian breadcrumbs are calamari and breadcrumbs served over angel hair vegetables and pasta with red gravy jalapeno sauce. and melted mozzarella. No Reservations recreservations. Lunch and dinommended. Dinner Tue.-Sun., ner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Grand Isle

575 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 520-8530; www.grandislerestaurant.com Fisherman’s stew features oysters, fish, shrimp and mussels in redfish stock with vegetables and San Marzano tomatos, served with brown rice. Chappapeela Farms duck confit is served with duck dirty rice, snap beans and cranberry-satsuma glaze. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Jack Dempsey’s Restaurant

Jaeger’s Seafood and Oyster House

901 S. Clearview Pkwy., Jefferson, (504) 818-2200; www.jaegersseafood.com Char-grilled oysters are topped with breadcrumbs, cheese and garlic butter. Seafood-stuffed lobster features broiled warm-water lobster and a lobster head stuffed with crabmeat and shrimp. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Wed.Sun., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Johnny Trauth’s Seafood Bistro

2121 25th St., Kenner, (504) 471-0808; www.johnnytrauthsseafoodbistro.com Full or half slabs of baby back ribs are served with

Morton’s Seafood Restaurant

702 Water St., Madisonville, (985) 845-4970; www.mortonsseafood.com The seafood platter includes fried shrimp and catfish, stuffed crab, a soft-shell crab, salad and a baked potato or french fries. The seafood salad tops fresh greens with Louisiana lump crabmeat, cocktail shrimp and vegetables with a choice of dressing. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

400 N. Peters St., (504) 558Oceana Grill 0038; 8000 Lakeshore Drive, 739 Conti St., (504) 525-6002; (504) 283-1010; www.oceanagrill.com www.landrysseafood.com Redfish Oceana is topped with Shrimp en brochette is mushroom crawfish cream served with seafood stuffing, sauce and served pepper Jack cheese, jalapenos with vegetables wrapped in bacon and and roasted garlic Mornay sauce. potatoes. The Cajun The Zydeco Cajun Jambalaya features platter features shrimp, alligator saujambalaya fried fish and and bell peppers with shrimp sage shrimp, crawfish in Creole sauce tossed etouffee, frogs and alligator with fettuccine. Reslegs, boudin and ervations accepted. sausage alligator sausage. Breakfast, lunch, Lunch and dinner dinner and late-night daily. Reservations daily. Credit cards. $$ accepted. Credit cards. $$$

Middendorf’s

30160 Hwy. 51 S., Akers, (985) 386-6666; www.middendorfsrestaurant.com This casual seafood restaurant is known for its thin-sliced, cornmeal-crusted fried catfish, served with fries, coleslaw and hush puppies. Barbecued oysters on the half shell are topped with house barbecue sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House

3117 21st St., Metairie, (504) 833-6310 The Fish House seafood platter for two includes butterflied shrimp, Gulf oysters, two stuffed crabs, Des Allemands catfish, onion rings and jambalaya, coleslaw or fries. Char-broiled oysters are topped with garlic butter. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Mr. Ed’s Seafood & Italian Restaurant

910 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 463-3030; 1001 Live Oak St., Metairie, (504) 838-0022; www.austinsno.com

Peche Seafood Grill

800 Magazine St., (504) 522-1744; www.pecherestaurant.com Fish sticks are lightly fried in LA 31 batter and served with tartar sauce. Grilled whole redfish with salsa verde is one of the changing daily whole fish specials for two or more to share. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. $$

Pier 424 Seafood Market 424 Bourbon St., (504) 309-1574; www.pier424seafoodmarket.com Pecan-crusted catfish is pan fried and served with roasted mirliton, sweet potato-andouille hash and sauce meuniere. Gulf shrimp are pan-seared and served over a crispy grit cake with corn maque choux and tasso jus. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Porter & Luke’s

1517 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 875-4555; www.porterandlukes.com Deep-fried breaded eggplant is topped with crawfish, shrimp and cream sauce and served PAGE 85

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738 Poland Ave., (504) 943-9914; www.jackdempseys.net This casual seafood house offers a large selection of fried or broiled local fish and shellfish. The Jack Dempsey seafood platter features gumbo, shrimp, catfish, crab balls and two sides. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Wed.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Landry’s

Stuffed bell peppers are filled with shrimp, crabmeat and crawfish. The fried half chicken plate includes a breast, thigh, wing and leg plus salad and french fries. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Royal House Oyster Bar

STEAKHOUSE

fers a la carte steaks (7-ounce Morton’s The Steakhouse filet, 16-ounce New York Strip, The Shops at Canal Place, 23-ounce T-bone) 365 Canal St., (504) 566-0221; and sauces www.mortons.com/ (bearnaise, hickoryneworleans au poivre, smoked pork A 12-ounce bone-in marchand de is encrusted with belly steaks filet vin). Appetizers porcini mushrooms and include the same served with Madeira oysters Rockefeller demi-glace and roasted served at Galatoire’s. Reservagarlic. Hickory-smoked tions recommended. Lunch Fri., pork belly is served dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ with cracked peppercorn maple syrup reduction. Reservations Gallagher’s Grill recommended. Dinner daily. 509 S. Tyler St., Covington, Credit cards. $$$ (985) 892-9992; www.gallaghersgrill.com Rib Room Oysters Pablo is a South621 St. Louis St., (504) 529-7045; western version of oysters www.ribroomneworleans.com Rockefeller made with spinach, Seared wild salmon is served chipotle peppers, shallots with candied beet and rutabaand tequila-Romano cheese ga puree and parsnip crisps. sauce. The cowboy steak is a Prime rib is seasoned with sea prime 24-ounce bone-in rib-eye salt, roasted with herbs and served sizzling with butter. served au jus with salad and Reservations recommended. a baked potato. Reservations Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. recommended. Breakfast, lunch Credit cards and checks. $$$ and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Keith Young’s Steakhouse

165 Hwy. 21, Madisonville, (985) 845-9940; www.keithyoungs.net Farm-raised redfish is broiled and topped with jumbo lump crabmeat. A popular steak choice is the 14-ounce housecut filet mignon. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$$

La Boca

857 Fulton St., (504) 525-8205; www.labocasteaks.com Veal meatballs top house-made fettuccine in a sauce made with squash and a drizzle of rosemary-pine nut oil. Arugula salad consists of watermelon, bacon, blue cheese and watermelon vinaigrette. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat., latenight Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Longhorn Steakhouse

69368 Hwy. 21, Covington, (985) 875-1100; www.longhornsteakhouse.com The fire-grilled Outlaw rib-eye is served with salad. Parmesanand garlic-crusted chicken is served with salad and a side. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Mr. John’s Steakhouse

2111 St. Charles Ave., (504) 6797697; www.mrjohnssteakhouse.com The Who Dat shrimp appetizer features four bacon-wrapped, crabmeat-stuffed Gulf shrimp served over mixed greens with Thai chili sauce and chipotle remoulade. A 12-ounce New York strip arrives on a sizzling plate with clarified butter and parsley. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

3633 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-3600; Harrah’s Hotel, 525 Fulton St., (504) 587-7099; www.ruthschris.com Steaks such as the signature filet mignon are prepared in a 1,800 degree broiler and served with sizzling butter. New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp features shrimp sauteed in reduced white wine, butter and garlic and served over garlic mashed potatoes. Reservations recommended. Fulton Street: lunch and dinner daily. Veterans Memorial Boulevard: lunch Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Sapphire

2306 Front St., Slidell, (985) 2884166; www.sapphiredining.com The menu includes steaks, veal, fish and lobster. Trout Mandich is topped with beurre blanc and served with potatoes. Stuffed lobster features a lobster tail topped with jumbo lump crabmeat, hollandaise and beurre blanc, served with potatoes. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Star Steak and Lobster House

237 Decatur St., (504)-525-6151; www.starsteak.com The stuffed Cajun filet mignon is an 8-ounce steak stuffed with crabmeat, shrimp and crawfish and served with red wine-mushroom sauce. Tilapia Atchafalaya is a lightly blackened tilapia fillet topped with hollandaise and fried oysters. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ PAGE 87

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(504) 282-0801; Chophouse New Orleans www.two-tonys.com 441 Royal St., (504) 528-2601; 322 Magazine St., (504) 522-7902; Paneed veal or chicken Montalwww.royalhousewww.chophousenola.com bano is topped with wholerestaurant.com Center-cut filet mignon is milk mozzarella and Creole prepared Pittsburgh-style Puff pastries are filled with mushroom meuniere. Baked with a charred exterior and creamed spinach dressing and eggplant, crabmeat and shrimp served with creamed spinach topped with fried oysters and au gratin are topped with sharp spiced with nutmeg. Carpaccio Crystal beurre blanc. R&O’s Restaurant cheddar and Romano breadis thinly sliced raw beef tenBaked shrimp tortellini 216 Hammond Hwy., Metairie, crumbs. Reservations accepted. derloin topped with balsamic features Gulf shrimp (504) 831-1248 Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. reduction, horseradish aioli, in seafood cream sauce The roast beef Credit cards. $$ Parmesan, arugula and capers. topped with breadoyster po-boy is served Reservations recommended. crumbs. Reservations puff Voleo’s Seafood on a toasted Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ accepted for large sesame loaf Restaurant pastries parties. Lunch, dinner with dark gravy 5134 Nunez St., Lafitte, Crazy Johnnie’s and late-night daily. Credit or red gravy and (504) 689-2482 cards. $$$ Steakhouse cheese. Seafood gumbo is The Big Boy seafood 3520 18th St., Metairie, (504) 887made with shrimp, crawfish, platter for two features Salvo’s Seafood 6641; www.crazyjohnnies.net crabs and oysters. No reservafish, shrimp, oysters, 7742 Hwy. 23, Belle Filet mignon is topped with tions. Lunch Mon.-Sun., dinner stuffed crabs, crab Chasse, (504) garlic butter and served with Big Boy Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ claws, stuffed shrimp, 393-7303; www. “crazy” potatoes. “Giant Dippin’ frog legs, crawfish tails salvosseafood Shrimp” is New Orleans-style Radosta’s seafood.com and soft-shell crabs. barbecue shrimp served with platter Restaurant & Deli Flounder Lafitte is fried All you can eat French bread. No reservations. 249 Aris Ave., Metairie, flounder stuffed with boiled seafood ofLunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. (504) 831-1537 crawfish, crabmeat, provoloferings change daily and come Credit cards. $$ Shrimp Parmesan features fried ne cheese and pecans and with unlimited boiled potatoes, shrimp with red gravy and protopped with crawfish sauce. corn, onions, mushrooms, garlic Crescent City volone cheese. The Grand Slam Reservations accepted. Lunch and sausage. All you can eat Steak House po-boy features sliced rib-eye and dinner Mon. and Wed.-Sat. fried shrimp, catfish or frog 1001 N. Broad St., (504) 821-3271; steak with grilled onions and Credit cards. $$ legs come with unlimited fries, www.crescentcitysteaks.com mushrooms in wine sauce. No hushpuppies, potato salad, The Chateaubriand for two reservations. Lunch and dinner bread and house salad. No features a 22-ounce steak Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ reservations. Lunch and dinner served with steamed broccoli, Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and grilled asparagus, brabant Beef Connection Ralph & Kacoo’s checks. $$ potatoes and marchands du 501 Gretna Blvd., Gretna, 519 Toulouse St., (504) 522-5226; vin or bearnaise. The Surf and (504) 366-3275 www.ralphandkacoos.com Seither’s Seafood Turf combination features The Angus beef filet mignon is Mahi Mahi Bourbon Street is 279 Hickory Ave., Harahan, an 8-ounce lobster tail and topped with hot drawn butter. served with grilled shrimp, (504) 738-1116; www.seithers6-ounce bacon-wrapped filet. New Orleans-style barbecue creamy hollandaise, braised seafood.com Reservations recommended. shrimp are served in peppery potatoes and vegetables. CrawThe spicy tuna po-boy features Lunch Tue.-Fri. and Sun., dinner sauce. Reservations accepted. fish nachos come topped with seared rare tuna, cucumbers, Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. pepper Jack cheese, poblano avocado, spicy mayonnaise, Credit cards. $$$ sweet soy reduction sauce, pepper-infused queso, sauteed Desi Vega’s Steakhouse sesame seeds and green crawfish tails, tomatos, green 628 St. Charles Ave., (504) 523Besh Steak onions. The Hamper seafood onions and sour cream. Reser7600; www.desivegasteaks.com Harrah’s Casino, 4 Canal St., platter includes boiled crawfish, vations accepted. Lunch and Hand-cut New York strip steaks (504) 533-6111; www.harrahsneLouisiana blue crabs, jumbo dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ are topped with butter and worleans.com/ restaurants/ shrimp, corn and potatoes. No served sizzling. The blackbesh-steak Red Fish Grill reservations. Lunch Tue.-Fri., ened tuna Napoleon features The menu includes Louisiana 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ yellowfin tuna, avocado, daikon seafood dishes and large cuts www.redfishgrill.com sprouts and wasabi aioli. Resof beef. Besh barbecue shrimp Smitty’s Seafood Barbecue oysters are flashervations recommended. Lunch features five jumbo shrimp 2000 W. Esplanade Ave., fried and served with Crystal Mon.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit tossed in a sauce of WorcesterKenner, (504) 468-1647 barbecue sauce and housecards. $$$ shire, shrimp stock and black Seafood artichoke pasta made blue cheese dressing. pepper served with persillade combines penne pasta, fried Hickory-grilled redfish is served Dickie Brennan’s bread. The cowboy steak is seafood, artichoke hearts with tasso and wild mushroom Steakhouse a 38-ounce bone-in rib-eye and dill cream sauce. The Pontalba potatoes, sauteed 716 Iberville St., (504) 522-2467; served with a roasted sweet Hamper features boiled shrimp, jumbo lump crabmeat and www.dickiebrennanssteakpotato, mushrooms, local vegcrawfish, crabs, potatoes, corn, lemon butter sauce. Reservahouse.com etables and bordelaise. mushrooms, sausage and gartions recommended. Lunch and The house filet miReservations recomlic. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ gnon is served atop mended. Dinner daily. jumbo lump dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ creamed spinach Credit cards. $$$ RioMar crab cake with masa-fried oysSuperior Seafood 800 S. Peters St., (504) 525-3474; made ters and Pontalba Charlie’s Steak 4338 St. Charles Ave., www.riomarseafood.com potatoes. Popular with aioli House (504) 293-3474; www.superiorThe menu includes Spanish starters include the 4510 Dryades St., seafoodnola.com and Latin American dishes jumbo lump crab (504) 895-9323; www. Shrimp are served over houseand several styles of ceviche. cake made with aioli. charliessteakhousemade grits with tasso cream Cau cau de mar y montana is Reservations recommended. nola.com sauce. Char-grilled oysters seared scallops with pork belly Lunch Friday, dinner daily. Credit The wedge salad features are topped with garlic, herbs, lancones, sweet potato, homicards. $$$ iceberg lettuce, tomatos, butter and Parmesan and ny, fresh peas and aji amarillo. shaved onions and house blue Romano cheeses. Reservations Gambas al mole is sauteed Galatoire’s 33 cheese dressing. The Charlie accepted. Lunch and dinner daijumbo Gulf shrimp with toasted Bar and Steak is a 32-ounce thick-cut T-bone ly, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ garlic, jalapenos, cilantro and 215 Bourbon St., (504) 335-3932; served on a sizzling hot platter. savory chocolate sauce. Reserwww.galatoires33barandReservations recommendTwo Tonys Seafood vations recommended. Lunch steak.com ed. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit Restaurant Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit This traditional steak house ofcards. $$$ 8536 Pontchartrain Blvd., cards. $$$

with angel hair pasta. Oysters Barataria features oysters baked on the half shell with Parmesan and goat cheese cream. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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The Steak Knife Restaurant & Bar

888 Harrison Ave., (504) 488-8981; www.steakkniferestaurant.com Crabmeat au gratin features Louisiana lump crabmeat baked in cheese sauce and topped with cheddar and Swiss cheeses. The pepper-encrusted yellowfin tuna steak is served with lemon caper beurre blanc. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

TAPAS/SPANISH Cafe Granada

1506 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 865-1612; www.cafegranadanola.com Seafood paella combines shrimp, mussels, clams, chicken, calamari and chorizo. The ceviche changes regularly but always features local fish marinated in lime juice. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Lola’s

3312 Esplanade Ave., (504) 488-6946; www.lolasneworleans.com Caldereta is a lamb stew made with paprika, hot peppers, onions, garlic, carrots and red wine. For an appetizer, jumbo shrimp are simmered in garlic, olive oil and spices. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

Vine and Dine

141 Delaronde St., (504) 361-1402; www.vine-dine.com Brie and crab au gratin features lump crabmeat and is served with crostini. Pate Acadiana is a pate of liver and smoked sausage topped with Grande Marnier sauce. No reservations. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

THAI Banana Blossom Thai Cafe

2112 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, (504) 392-7530; www.eatbananablossom.com The spicy clam is stir-fried in a red coconut curry sauce and served with roti bread. The B.B. Curry Noodle is rice noodles, vegetables and steamed egg in a red curry broth. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Equator

2920 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-4772; www.cafeequator.com The Adaman Hunter is a combination of sauteed shrimp, scallops and calamari topped with fried tilapia. Lava beef features sauteed beef slices in Thai sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

goat cheese croquetas

2601 Royal St., (504) 872-9868; www.mimisinthemarigny.net Mimi’s serves a selection of hot and cold Spanish tapas. Goat cheese croquetas are fried goat cheese puffs served with caramelized onions and honey. Almond-stuffed dates are made with figs, honey and blue cheese and served with fruit. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Siamese Thai Cuisine

6601 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 454-8752; www. siamesecuisine.com The kang keow warn is Santa Fe Tapas made with chicken, 1327 St. Charles Ave., pork, beef, shrimp, (504) 304-9915 vegetables or tofu and Santa Fe offers bamboo shoots, peas, dishes such as carrots, eggplant, green Chipotle chicken pineapple curry and coconut wings and milk. Pineapple fried fried rice seafood nachos. rice features shrimp, Vegan dishes chicken and cashews are available. Resserved in a pineapple shell. ervations accepted. Reservations accepted. Lunch Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily, and dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit brunch Sat. Credit cards and cards. $$ checks. $$

Vega Tapas Cafe

2051 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-2007; www.vegatapascafe.com Chef/proprietor Glen Hogh’s traditional Spanish tapas incorporate Louisiana seafood. En-

SukhoThai

1913 Royal St., (504) 948-9309; 4519 Magazine St., (504) 373-6471; www.sukhothai-nola.com The vegan papaya salad is made with carrots, green

beans, cherry tomatos and roasted peanuts tossed with lime juice, palm sugar and Thai chilis. The Caribbean Pirate features wok-fried mussels, scallops, Gulf shrimp, calamari and vegetables in kaffir lime spicy Panang curry mango made with ginger and lemon salad grass. It comes with brown or jasmine rice. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Thai Mint

1438 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 862-9001 Crispy duck is served with carrots, bamboo shoots, bell peppers and basil leaf in red curry sauce. Ocean Siam is a seafood stir-fry with New Zealand green mussels, scallops, calamari and shrimp in Thai chili sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

VIETNAMESE Dong Phuong Oriental Bakery

14207 Chef Menteur Hwy., bakery, (504) 254-0214, restaurant, (504) 254-0296; www.dpbanhmi.com The grilled pork banh mi is dressed with carrots, jalapenos, cilantro and cucumbers on French bread. The banh xeo crepe is stuffed with pork, shrimp, lettuce and bean sprouts. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

Hot-and-sour soup features a choice of fish, shrimp or chicken in tangy broth with tomatos, pineapple and okra. Diners can grill marinated beef at their table and wrap it in lettuce or rice paper with herbs and pickled carrots. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Thu.Tue. Credit cards. $$

Jazmine Cafe

614 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-9301; www. jazminecafe.com Spicy mango salad is made with julienne mango, jicama, cucumbers, carrots, cilantro, peanuts, fried shallots and sesame vinaigrette. Tamarind soup comes with a choice of shrimp, fish or tofu in tangy lemon grass broth with celery, pineapple, okra and tomato. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $

Lilly’s Cafe

1813 Magazine St., (504) 599-9999 Lilly’s offers pho and Vietnamese staples. Vegetarian tofu pho features vegan broth. Spicy shrimp pho features Louisiana shrimp in the house broth with shallots on top and can be made spicy or mild. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

is wrapped in spring rolls with lettuce, bean sprouts, mint and carrots and served with fish sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

MoPho Mid-City

514 City Park Ave., (504) 4826845; www.mophomidcity.com Vietnamese staples such as spring rolls, banh mi, pho and vermicelli dishes get gourmet treatment at this casual cafe. Blue crab salad features crabmeat, acorn squash, shaved Vietnamese sausage, spiced pecans, ginger and greens. Slow-roasted lamb neck is served in spicy green curry with herbs and Creole cream cheese roti. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

Namese

4077 Tulane Ave., (504) 483-8899: www.namese.net Cua rang muoi is a crispy fried soft-shell crab topped with crab sauce served over jasmine rice with soup. Goi du du features pork belly and grilled shrimp with julienne papaya, fresh herbs and house dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Pho Hoa Restaurant

house sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Pho Orchid Express

1401 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 301-3368; www.pho-orchid.com Bo ne is a sizzling plate of beef, onions and two sunny side up eggs served with half a baguette, Vietnamese butter, house salad and pate. Filling options for Vietnamese “tacos” include roast duck, rib-eye, caramelized garlic shrimp and caramelized pork belly, topped with pickled carrots, cucumber, cilantro and house vinaigrette. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Cash only. $

Pho Tau Bay

113 Westbank Expwy., Gretna, (504) 368-9846 Pho Tai soup comes with medium rare beef and rice noodles. Combination pho includes sliced beef and pork in beef broth with noodles and herbs. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Wed. and Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Rolls-N-Bowls

605 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 309-0519 Chicken pho is served with rice noodles, cilantro and onion in beef broth. Shrimp and avocado spring rolls feature shrimp, avocado, vermicelli noodles, lettuce and carrots in rice paper. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

1308 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 302-2094; www.dinevietLin’s namese.com 3715 Westbank Expressway, Banh mi bo kho is beef stew (504) 340-0178; served with www.linsmenu.com French bread. fried chicken The menu includes Chinese, Bun mang wings tossed Tan Dinh Vietnamese and Thai dishes. vit is soup Lafayette St., Gretna, Vietnamese “Shakin’” beef with duck in lemongrass 1705 (504) 361-8008 features beef tips and leg, vermicelli, sauce Bun is a cold vermicelli onions served with rice. SingaDoson Noodle House dried bamboo noodle salad topped with pore-style vermicelli is a stir fry 135 N. Carrollton Ave., shoots. No pickled carrots, lettuce, of noodles, shrimp, pork, bean (504) 309-7283 reservations. Breakbean sprouts, cilantro, sprouts, carrots and Lemon grass tofu fast, lunch and dinner daily. fried onions, peanuts, bamboo shoots. features stir-fried tofu Credit cards. $ fish sauce, cucumbers and a Reservations acand vegetables over lemon grass cepted. Lunch and Pho NOLA choice of meat, shrimp or egg vermicelli. Shredded 3320 Transcontinental Drive, rolls. Canh ga chien are fried dinner Wed.-Sun. carrots, cabbage, tomatofu Metairie, (504) 941-7690; Credit cards. $$ chicken wings tossed in either tos and mint are topped www.pho-nola.com garlic butter, tamarind sauce with grilled chicken and Lost Love Lounge The curry vermicelli bowl a house special sauce for the or lemon grass sauce. No res2529 Dauphine St., (504) 949includes shrimp, chicken or grilled chicken salad. Reserervations. Breakfast, lunch and 2009; www.lostlovelounge.com beef in mild curry sauce over vations accepted. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $ Traditional pho features Vietlettuce and vermicelli. Banh mi dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards namese meatballs in spicy beef and pho combo offers a choice and checks. $$ Thanh Thanh broth. Shrimp spring rolls are of rare steak, brisket, meatball, Restaurant filled with shrimp, vermicelli, chicken or combination pho. No Frosty’s Cafe 131 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, cucumbers and lettuce and reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sun., 3400 Cleary Ave., (504) 368-8678; served with peanut sauce. No dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $ (504) 888-9600 www.t2restaurant.com reservations. Lunch Sat.Com bo luc lac is marinated Bun bo hue is a spicy beef Pho Orchid Sun., dinner daily. Credit flank steak served with rice, brown rice noodle soup brimming with 3117 Houma Blvd., cards. $ lettuce, tomato and house cilantro and onions, served vermicelli Metairie, sauce. Pho ga features chicken with a basket of basil, bean Magasin broth, rice noodles, white meat with salmon (504) 457-4188; sprouts, limes and jalapenos. www.phoVietnamese Cafe chicken, shallots and cilantro. Tom ap cho features shrimp orchid.com 4201 Magazine St., No reservations. Lunch and sauteed with garlic, shallots Pho Orchid’s basic pho includes (504) 896-7611; dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ and a special sauce, served vermicelli noodles, herbs and www.magasinover jasmine rice. Reservations eye-round steak. Bun bo xao is Hoa Hong/9 Roses cafe.com vermicelli topped with lemon accepted for large parties. 1100 Stephens St., Gretna, Lemon grass beef vermicelli grass beef and served with Breakfast, lunch and dinner (504) 366-7665; is served with vegetables and bean sprouts, lettuce and daily. Credit cards. $$ www.ninerosesrestaurant.com dipping sauces. Grilled salmon

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salada de aguacate features grilled avocado, pancetta, red onion, crispy shallots and Portuguese chestnut-vanilla vinaigrette. Gambas barbacoas is a puff pastry filled with jumbo Gulf shrimp and spicy chorizo cream sauce. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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winter restaurant guide The directory includes all restaurants listed in the guide and the cuisine category where each is located. 7 on Fulton ...... Louisiana Contemporary

The Avenue Pub ....................Bar & Grill

8 Block Kitchen & Bar.............American

Avery’s Po-boys.................Sandwiches & Po-boys

13 Bar & Restaurant .................Bar & Grill 5Fifty5..............................................Creole

B Babylon Cafe..................Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern

Abita Bar-B-Q.........................Barbecue Bacchanal ...Louisiana Contemporary Abita Brew Pub........................Brewpub Back to the Garden ........................Diner Abita Roasting Co......Coffee & Dessert Backspace Bar & Kitchen..Bar & Grill Acme Oyster & Seafood House...................................... Seafood

Baie Rouge ....................................French

Acropolis Cuisine ......Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern

Balcony Bar and Cafe ...........American

Adolfo’s .............................................Italian

Barcadia...................................Bar & Grill

Adrian’s Bakery .......Coffee & Dessert

Baru Bistro & Tapas ....Latin American

Albasha Greek & Lebanese Restaurant....Mediterranean/Middle Eastern

Banana Blossom Thai Cafe ..........Thai

Bayona..............................Contemporary Bayou Beer Garden .................Bar & Grill

Alibi Bar and Grill..................Bar & Grill Bayou Burger ............................. Burgers Bayou Hot Wings....................American

The American Sector.........................American

The Beach House Bar & Grill........ Bar & Grill

American Sports Saloon......American Beachcorner Bar & Grill......... Burgers Amici Restaurant and Bar ...........Italian The Bean Gallery ...Coffee & Dessert Ancora Pizzeria & Salumeria ..................................Pizza

Bear’s Grill & Spirits ........................Sandwiches & Po-boys

Andrea’s Restaurant .....................Italian Angeletto’s Pizzeria & Pub ..........Pizza Angeli on Decatur ............................Cafe

Bear’s Poboys at Gennaro’s Bar ...............Sandwiches & Po-boys

Angelo Brocato .......Coffee & Dessert

Bear’s Restaurant.................Sandwiches & Po-boys

Annadele’s Plantation.................Creole

Beef Connection .................Steakhouse

Another Broken Egg ......................Diner

Beijing...........................................Chinese

Antoine’s Annex ................................Cafe

Bennachin ..................................... African

Antoine’s Restaurant ..................Creole

Besh Steak...........................Steakhouse

Apolline ........Louisiana Contemporary

Betsy’s Pancake House ............Neighborhood

Arnaud’s Restaurant ...................Creole Bevi Seafood Co. .................... Seafood Artz Bagelz.........................................Cafe Bistreaux ......Louisiana Contemporary Assunta’s Italian Restaurant....................................Italian Asuka Sushi & Hibachi .......Japanese/ Sushi Atchafalaya.....................................Creole

Bistro Byronz........................... Louisiana Contemporary Bistro Daisy.Louisiana Contemporary Bittersweet Confections..................Coffee & Dessert

Attiki Bar & Grill .....................Bar & Grill Blind Pelican ..........................Bar & Grill Audubon Clubhouse Cafe ..American August Moon ..........................Pan-Asian

Blue Dot Donuts......Coffee & Dessert

Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse ........Louisiana Contemporary

Blue Tomato.......................................Cafe Bombay Club ................................Creole

CC’s Coffeehouse ....Coffee & Dessert Caddyshack..............................American Cafe Abyssinia............................. African Cafe Adelaide and the Swizzle Stick Bar .....................................Creole Cafe Amelie .......................................Cafe Cafe at the Square ..........................Cafe Cafe B.............................. Neighborhood Cafe Beignet .....................................Cafe Cafe D’Cappuccino........................Cafe Cafe Dauphine ............................Creole

Cafe Degas....................................French Cafe Ditali’s .....................................Italian Cafe Du Monde.......Coffee & Dessert Cafe East .................................Pan-Asian Cafe Equator ......................................Thai Cafe Fleur de Lis..............................Cafe Cafe Freret .........................................Cafe Cafe Gentilly..................................Creole Cafe Giovanni .................................Italian Cafe Granada .................Tapas/Spanish Cafe Luna ..................................American Cafe Lynn........................................Creole Cafe Maspero ...............................Creole Cafe Minh ...........................................Cafe Cafe Navarre....Sandwiches & Po-boys Cafe NOMA.......................................Cafe Cafe Opera ....Louisiana Contemporary Cafe Pontalba ...................................Cafe Cafe Reconcile.............................Creole Cafe Roma .........................................Cafe Cafe Rose Nicaud .........................Italian Cafe Royale .......................................Cafe Cafe Soule .........................................Cafe Caffe! Caffe! ......................................Cafe Caffe Fresca.............................. Seafood Caffe Latte Da...................................Cafe Cajun Grill & Bar ............................Cajun Cajun Mike’s Pub..................Bar & Grill Camellia Cafe ............... Neighborhood Camellia Grill....................................Diner Campbell’s Coffee & Tea..........Coffee & Dessert Canal Street Bistro.......Contemporary Canal Street Grill ..........Contemporary Cane & Table.......... Caribbean/Cuban Canseco’s Market .............................Deli Capdeville ...Louisiana Contemporary Carmelo Ristorante .......................Italian Carmo ..............................Latin American Carousel Bar and Lounge...Bar & Grill Casa Borrega .......................... Mexican/ Southwestern Cate Street Seafood Station ... Seafood Central Grocery ................Sandwiches & Po-boys Charcoal’s Gourmet Burger Bar ............................................. Burgers Charlie’s Steak House .....Steakhouse Chartres House.....................Bar & Grill Chateau Cafe ....................................Cafe Chateau du Lac Bistro ...............French Checkered Parrot .................Bar & Grill Checkpoint Charlie.......Music & Food Cheeseburger Eddie’s .......... Burgers Cheesesteak Bistro .................American

Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop ..........Creole Chiba..............................Japanese/Sushi Chicken Sue’s...................................Cafe China Doll....................................Chinese China Orchid..............................Chinese China Rose .................................Chinese Chophouse ..........................Steakhouse Christopher’s on Carey ....... Louisiana Contemporary Churros Cafe ......... Caribbean/Cuban Cibugnu ............................................Italian Ciro’s Cote Sud............................French City Diner...........................................Diner Clancy’s ..........................................Creole Cleo’s Mediterranean Cuisine & Grocery........Mediterranean/Middle Eastern Clover Grill ........................................Diner Cochon .............................................Cajun Coffee Rani........................................Cafe Cold Stone Creamery ................Coffee & Dessert The Columns ................................Creole Commander’s Palace........... Louisiana Contemporary Common Grounds ..........................Cafe The Company Burger..................Burgers Coop’s Place..........................Bar & Grill Cooter Brown’s Tavern ............... Sandwiches & Po-boys Copeland’s of New Orleans ....Creole Copeland’s Cheesecake Bistro ........Louisiana Contemporary Copper Monkey Bar & Grill...Bar & Grill Coquette......Louisiana Contemporary Corky’s Ribs & Bar-B-Q .....Barbecue Corner Cafe.......................................Cafe The Corner Oyster Bar ................Cajun Coscino’s Italian Grill ...................Italian Counter Market & Deli................. Sandwiches & Po-boys The Country Club .................. Louisiana Contemporary Country Flame ..............Latin American Court of Two Sisters ...................Creole Cowbell ...............................................Cafe Coyote Blues....Mexican/Southwestern Crabby Jack’s.....................Sandwiches & Po-boys Crazy Johnnie’s Steak House................................Steakhouse The Crazy Lobster ................... Seafood Creole Creamery ....Coffee & Dessert Crepes a la Cart ...........................French Crescent City Brewhouse ...Brewpub Crescent City Steak House................................Steakhouse PAGE 90

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Allegro Bistro .......................... Louisiana Contemporary

Bon Ton Cafe ..................................Cajun Bonefish Grill ............................ Seafood Booty’s Street Food .....Contemporary Bop’s Frozen Custard ...........American Borgne......................................... Seafood Borracho..................................Bar & Grill Bosco’s Italian Cafe......................Italian The Boston Restaurant ....Contemporary Boswell’s Jamaican Grill ... Caribbean Boucherie....Louisiana Contemporary Bouligny Tavern ............................French Bourbon House........................ Seafood Bravo! Cucina Italiana ..................Italian Brazilian Market & Cafe .................Latin American Breads on Oak .................................Cafe Breaux Mart .........................................Deli Brick Oven Cafe.............................Italian Brigtsen’s Restaurant .......................Louisiana Contemporary Brisbi’s Lakefront Restaurant & Bar ........................................ Seafood Brooklyn Pizzeria ............................Pizza Brothers Ole’ New Orleans Cafe.............................. Neighborhood Broussard’s Restaurant...................Louisiana Contemporary Bruno’s Tavern .......................Bar & Grill Bubba Gump Shrimp Co...... Seafood Bucktown Burger and Fish Company ................................. Burgers Bud’s Broiler .............................. Burgers Buffa’s Lounge ........................American The Buffet at Harrah’s ...........American The Bulldog ..............................American Buster’s Place........................... Seafood Butcher.........Louisiana Contemporary Byblos.............................Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern Byblos Market ................Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern

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Crescent Pie & Sausage Company ..........................................Cafe Criollo Restaurant & Lounge ......Louisiana Contemporary Croissant d’Or ....................................Cafe Crystal Room at Le Pavillon ......Louisiana Contemporary Cucos..................Mexican/Southwestern Cure ..................Louisiana Contemporary

D d’Juice.........................................Juice Bars Daisy Dukes........................................Diner Daiwa Sushi Bar & Japanese Cuisine....................... Japanese/Sushi Dakota ........... Louisiana Contemporary Dante’s Kitchen ........................ Louisiana Contemporary Dat Dog ....................................... American De-No Seafood .......................... Seafood Deja Vu Bar & Grill..................Bar & Grill Del Porto Ristorante .......................Italian The Delachaise................Contemporary Desi Vega’s Steakhouse ...Steakhouse Desire Bistro & Oyster Bar..... Seafood Deuce McAllister’s Ole Saint Kitchen & Tap ..............................................Creole DiCristina’s ........................................Italian Dick and Jenny’s ...................... Louisiana Contemporary Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse .......................Steakhouse

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Dijon ............... Louisiana Contemporary DiMartino’s Famous New Orleans Muffulettas.....................................Italian Dino’s Bar & Grill ....................Bar & Grill Dis Taco ............Mexican/Southwestern Dish on Hayne .......................... Louisiana Contemporary District Donuts.Sliders.Brew.........Cafe Ditali’s Pizza........................................Pizza Dmac’s Bar & Grill...........Music & Food Domenica ...........................................Italian Domilise’s Po-boys ............Sandwiches & Po-boys Dominique’s on Magazine ......... French Don’s Seafood Hut.................... Seafood Dong Phuong Oriental Bakery & Restaurant .....................Vietnamese Dooky Chase Restaurant............Creole Dorignac’s ..............................................Deli Doson Noodle House ........Vietnamese Dot’s Diner ..........................................Diner The Dough Bowl ...................... American Down the Hatch.......................Bar & Grill Drago’s Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar .............................................. Seafood Dress It ...........................................Burgers Dry Dock Cafe ....................................Cafe

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E eat New Orleans ......................Neighborhood El Gato Negro ..........Mexican/Southwestern Eleven79 ......................................................Italian Elizabeth’s ..................................Neighborhood Emeril’s Delmonico ................................Creole Emeril’s Restaurant ...Louisiana Contemporary The English Tea Room ..............................Cafe Ernst Cafe .....................................................Cafe Espresso Express ......................................Cafe

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Gio’s Villa Vancheri ..................................Italian Giorlando’s Restaurant.................................Italian Gordon Biersch ................................. Brewpub Gracious Bakery + Cafe .................................Cafe Grand Isle Restaurant ........................Seafood The Green Goddess ..............Contemporary Green Tea...............................................Chinese The Grill............................................................Deli The Grill Room at the Windsor Court....................Louisiana Contemporary The Grocery ............ Sandwiches & Po-boys Ground Pat’i Restaurant.....................Burgers Guillory’s Deli & Tamales ..............................Deli Gumbo Shop............................................Creole Gusto ...........Mediterranean/Middle Eastern

Fat Harry’s .......................................... Bar & Grill Fat Hen Grocery .........................................Cafe Fatoush........Mediterranean/Middle Eastern

Fausto’s Bistro .......................................... Italian Fazzio’s Restaurant .................................Italian Feelings Cafe...........................................Creole Felipe’s Taqueria .....Mexican/Southwestern Fiorella’s Cafe ................................... Bar & Grill Five Happiness.....................................Chinese Flaming Torch Restaurant....................French Foghorn’s Chicken Fingers............American Fong’s Chinese and Cantonese Restaurant..........................................Chinese Fox & Hound ...................................... Bar & Grill Frank’s Restaurant ...................................Italian Franky and Johnny’s Restaurant ........ Neighborhood

Freret Street Po-boys & Donuts .........Sandwiches & Po-boys Fresco Cafe and Pizzeria ..................................Cafe Fresh Bar .........................................................Deli Friends Coastal Restaurant ...........Louisiana Contemporary Frosty’s Cafe ...................................Vietnamese Fulton Alley...........................................American Fury’s Restaurant ......................................Italian

G.B.’s Patio Bar & Grill ....................American

IHOP ..............................................................Diner Ignatius Eatery .........................................Creole Igor’s Buddha Belly Burger Bar ......Burgers Igor’s Lounge & Gameroom .............Burgers Il Posto Italian Cafe ..................................Italian Impastato’s Restaurant..................................Italian Indulge Island Grill ..................................American Irene’s Cuisine...........................................Italian Iris..................................................Contemporary Irish House..................................................... Irish Isabella’s Pizzeria ...................................... Pizza Italian Barrel................................................Italian Italian Pie ...................................................... Pizza Ivy ..................................................Contemporary

GG’s Dine-O-Rama ...............Neighborhood GW Fins..................................................Seafood Galatoire’s 33 Bar & Steak........Steakhouse Galatoire’s Restaurant.................................Creole Gallagher’s Grill ..................................Steakhouse The Galley Restaurant........................Seafood Galvez Restaurant ...............................Seafood Gambino’s Bakery.............Coffee & Dessert Gattuso’s Neighborhood Bar & Restaurant............ Sandwiches & Po-boys Gautreau’s Restaurant ...........Contemporary George’s Mexican Restau-rant........Mexican/ Southwestern

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French Press Coffeehouse.....................Cafe

Hana Japanese Restaurant...Japanese/Sushi Handsome Willy’s Patio Bar .............Mexican/ Southwestern Happy Italian Pizzeria ............................... Pizza Harbor Bar & Grill...................................Bar & Grill Hard Rock Cafe ........................................Music and Food Haydel’s Bakery .................Coffee & Dessert Herbsaint Bar & Restaurant......Contemporary Heritage Grill.........Louisiana Contemporary Hey! Cafe .......................................................Cafe Hickory Cafe and Grill...............................Cafe High Hat Cafe ................................Neighborhood Hillbilly Bar-B-Q................................Barbecue Hoa Hong/9 Roses.......................Vietnamese Hobnobber Cafe.........................................Cafe Horinoya...................................Japanese/Sushi House of Blues...................................American Houston’s Restaurant.......................American Huckleberry’s Restaurant and Bar................Louisiana Contemporary Huey P’s Pizzeria ....................................... Pizza Huh! A Restaurant & Bar .................American

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La Boca ............................................Steakhouse Izzo’s Illegal Burrito . Mexican/Southwestern La Boulangerie ............................................Cafe

La Carreta .............................................. Mexican

Jack Dempsey’s ...................................Seafood

La Macarena Pupuseria and Latin Cafe..............................Latin American

La Crepe Nanou......................................French La Divina Gelateria ............Coffee & Dessert

Jacmel Inn..................................................Creole La Madeleine................................................Cafe Jacques-Imo’s Cafe ...............................Creole La Peniche ................................................Creole Jaeger’s Oyster Bar ...............................Seafood La Petite Grocery.Louisiana Contemporary Jager Haus German Restaurant and Bar................................................ German

La Provence...............................Contemporary

Jam’s Po-boys & Catering.........Sandwiches & Po-boys

Lager’s International Ale House......American

Jamba Juice .......................................Juice Bars

Lakeview Grocery.........................................Deli

Jamila’s Mediterranean Tunisian Cuisine....Mediterranean/Middle Eastern

Lakeview Brew Coffee Cafe ...................Cafe

Lakeview Harbor ................................American The Landing...........Louisiana Contemporary

Jan’s Cajun Restaurant .................................Cajun Landry’s .................................................Seafood Janie Brown’s Restaurant ...............Louisiana Contemporary

Langenstein’s ................................................Deli Laurel Street Bakery ..................................Cafe

Jazmine Cafe ...................................Vietnamese Le Bayou Restaurant .............................Creole Jeff’s Creole Grille .................................Creole Le Citron Bistro .......................................Creole Jiggers Bar & Grill...................................Bar & Grill Le Foret ...................Louisiana Contemporary Jimmy J’s Cafe..............................................Cafe Jims.........................................................American

Lebanon’s Cafe ......................Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern

Joey K’s Restaurant & Bar ....Neighborhood Legacy Kitchen ...................................American Johnny & Joyce Seafood ...................Seafood Li’l Dizzy’s Cafe .......................................Creole

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Johnny’s Po-boys... Sandwiches & Po-boys

Johnny Trauth’s Seafood Bistro ......Seafood

Liberty Cheesesteaks ................Sandwiches & Po-boys

The Joint ...............................................Barbecue

Liberty’s Kitchen .........................................Cafe

Juan’s Flying Burrito.............Mexican/Southwestern

Lilette...........................................................French

Juicy Lucy’s .............................................Burgers

Lin’s ....................................................Vietnamese

The JuJu Bag Cafe .....................................Cafe

The Little Gem Saloon ...........Contemporary

Jung’s Golden Dragon.......................Chinese

Little Korea ................................................Korean

Lilly’s Cafe ........................................Vietnamese

Little Tokyo ..............................Japanese/Sushi

K K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen....................Cajun

Little Tokyo Japanese Restaurant................... Japanese/Sushi Little Tokyo Small Plates & Noodle Bar .........................................Japanese/Sushi

K.Y.’s Old Towne Bicycle Shop.......... Neighborhood

Liuzza’s by the Track ...............Neighborhood

Kakkoii Japanese Bistreaux......Japanese/Sushi

Lola ...........................Louisiana Contemporary

Kanno California Sushi Bar......Japanese/Sushi

Lola’s ...........................................Tapas/Spanish

Katie’s Restaurant & Bar .................American

Longhorn Steakhouse ................Steakhouse

Keith Young’s Steakhouse.........Steakhouse

Lost Love Lounge ..........................Vietnamese

Kenner Seafood ...................................Seafood

Louie & the Redhead Lady ..................Creole

Killer Po-boys.......... Sandwiches & Po-boys

Louisiana Bistro ...Louisiana Contemporary

Kingfish ...................Louisiana Contemporary

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen........................... Pizza

Knuckleheads Eatery................................Burgers

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Uptown .......... Pizza

Korea House ............................................Korean

Lucky Rooster ................................... Pan-Asian

Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery ...Deli Koz’s ............................................Neighborhood

Lucy’s Retired Surfers’ Bar and Restaurant...................................... Bar & Grill

Kukhnya........................................ Music & Food

Luke Restaurant ......................................French

Kupcake Factory ................Coffee & Dessert

Kyoto..........................................Japanese/Sushi

L La Bella’s .................. Sandwiches & Po-boys

Liuzza’s Restaurant & Bar .....Neighborhood

Ma Momma’s House.................................Diner Magasin Vietnamese Cafe .........Vietnamese Magazine Po-boy and Sandwich

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Monster Po-boys ... Sandwiches & Po-boys MoPho Mid-City.............................Vietnamese Morning Call ........................Coffee & Dessert Morton’s Seafood Restaurant .........Seafood Morton’s Steakhouse ..................Steakhouse Mosca’s Restaurant .................................Italian

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Mother Land Cafe...................................African Mother’s Restaurant ..............................Creole Mulate’s Cajun Restaurant ....................Cajun The Munch Factory .......................... American Muriel’s Jackson Square .................Louisiana Contemporary

N N’Tini’s.....................Louisiana Contemporary

30 AMERICANS Exhibition dates: February 8–June 15

Nacho Mama’s Mexican Grill..........Mexican/ Southwestern Naked Pizza ................................................. Pizza Namese .............................................Vietnamese Napoleon House Bar & Cafe..................Cafe Nathan’s Restaurant ...............Neighborhood New Orleans Cake Cafe & Bakery .......Cafe New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood Co. ...........................American New York Pizza ........................................... Pizza Neyow’s Creole Cafe ............................Creole

SweetArts 2014 A CAC Fundraiser

Nile Ethopian Restaurant .....................African Nirvana Indian Cuisine............................Indian NOLA Beans.......................Coffee & Dessert

Friday, February 7

NOLA Restaurant....Louisiana Contemporary Nonna Mia Cafe & Pizzeria....................Italian Nonna Randazzo’s ............Coffee & Dessert Noodle & Pie .............................Neighborhood Nor-Joe Import Company..........Sandwiches & Po-boys

SweetArts Tickets:

Nuvolari’s ....................................................Italian

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SweetArts 2014 Honorees

The Nutrition Company..............Sandwiches & Po-boys

O’Briens Grille......Louisiana Contemporary O’Henry’s Food & Spirits.............. Bar & Grill Oak ................................................ Music & Food

The Helis Foundation represented by David Kerstein Hannibal Lokumbe, Mary Jane Parker, Paul J. Tines Gretchen & Rodger Wheaton

Oak Street Cafe ..........................................Cafe Oceana Grill ..........................................Seafood Ohm Lounge ..................................... Pan-Asian The Olive Branch Cafe ...........................Italian Olivier’s Creole Restaurant .................Creole

SweetArts 2014 is dedicated to Allen Eskew (1948–2013), who embraced the spirit of our honorees in his daily life

Orange Couch.............................................Cafe Origami ....................................Japanese/Sushi The Original Pierre Maspero’s..Cajun Orleans Grapevine Wine Bar & Bistro Louisiana Contemporary

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Shop ...................... Sandwiches & Po-boys Magnolia Grill..............................................Diner Mahony’s Po-boy Shop .............Sandwiches & Po-boys Mais Arepas..............................Latin American Maison .......................................... Music & Food Mandina’s Restaurant ...........................Creole Manning’s ..................................................Creole Mano’s Po-boys ..... Sandwiches & Po-boys Maple Street Cafe ......................................Cafe Maple Street Patisserie ............................Cafe Mardi Gras Zone................................American Marigny BrasserieLouisiana Contemporary Mariza ...........................................................Italian Mark Twain’s Pizza Landing ................... Pizza The Market Cafe..........................................Cafe Marti’s .....................Louisiana Comtemporary Martin Wine Cellar .......................................Deli Martinique Bistro .....................Contemporary Mat & Naddie’s .....Louisiana Contemporary Maurepas Foods..Louisiana Contemporary Maximo’s Italian Grill................................Italian Mayas..........................................Latin American McAlister’s Deli .............................................Deli Meals From the Heart Cafe .....................Cafe Meauxbar Bistro .......................Contemporary Melius Bar & Cafe ........................... Bar & Grill Mellow Mushroom..................................... Pizza The Melting Pot ......................................Fondue MeMe’s Bar & Grille ...............Neighborhood Mena’s Palace Restaurant...................Creole Middendorf’s.........................................Seafood The Midway .................................................. Pizza Mike Serio’s Po-boys & Deli ....Sandwiches & Po-boys Mikimoto Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar ........................Japanese/Sushi MiLa..............................................Contemporary Milano’s Pizzeria ........................................ Pizza Milk Bar ..........................................................Cafe Mimi’s in the Marigny .............Tapas/Spanish Mr. B’s Bistro.........Louisiana Contemporary Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House .....Seafood Mr. Ed’s Seafood & Italian Restaurant..........................................Seafood Mister Gregory’s .... Sandwiches & Po-boys Mr. Gyro’s Greek Restaurant ............... Greek Mr. John’s Steakhouse................Steakhouse Mr. Poor Boy Restaurant ...........Sandwiches & Po-boys Mr. Roo’s Deli and Catering ......................Deli Miyako Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse ....................Japanese/Sushi Mizado Cocina ........Mexican/Southwestern Mo’s Pizza .................................................... Pizza Mojo Coffee House ...................................Cafe Mona Lisa Restaurant .............................Italian Mona’s Cafe ............................Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern Mondo .........................................Contemporary

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P P&G Restaurant ........... Neighborhood PJ’s Coffee................Coffee & Dessert Palace Cafe ...................................Creole Palm Court Jazz Cafe...Music & Food Paradise Cafe .....................................Deli Parkway Bakery & Tavern........... Sandwiches & Po-boys Parran’s Po-boys...............Sandwiches & Po-boys Parrot Pete’s .....................................Diner Pascal’s Manale Restaurant ......Italian Pat O’Brien’s Courtyard Grill ........ Bar & Grill Patio Restaurant........... Neighborhood Patois ............Louisiana Contemporary The PeaceBaker .....Coffee & Dessert Peche Seafood Grill ............... Seafood Pepperoni’s Cafe...........................Italian Pere Antoine Restaurant ...........Creole Petite Amelie .....................................Cafe Petunia’s Place ............. Neighborhood Phil’s Grill .................................... Burgers Pho Hoa ................................ Vietnamese Pho NOLA............................ Vietnamese Pho Orchid........................... Vietnamese Pho Orchid Express ......... Vietnamese Pho Tau Bay ........................ Vietnamese Phoenicia Restaurant ..........Mediterranean/Middle Eastern Piccadilly....................................American

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Pie, Pizza & Pastas.........................Pizza

Pier 424 Seafood Market...... Seafood Pinkberry ...................Coffee & Dessert Pita Pit.............Sandwiches & Po-boys Pizza Delicious ................................Pizza Pizza Florence .................................Pizza Pizza Man of Covington................Pizza Pizza Nola..........................................Pizza Pizzicare Pizzeria ............................Pizza Poppy’s Time Out Sports Bar ............... American Port of Call .................................. Burgers Porter & Luke’s ......................... Seafood Praline Connection .....................Creole Puccino’s Coffeehouse.................Cafe Pure Yogurt CultureCoffee & Dessert Pyramids Cafe .............Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern

Q Quarter Master Deli ..........................Deli Qwik Chek Deli & Catering............Deli

R R&O’s Restaurant.................... Seafood

Radosta’s Restaurant & Deli.... Seafood Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers ...................................American Ralph & Kacoo’s....................... Seafood Ralph’s on the Park ............... Louisiana Contemporary Recovery Room Bar & GrillBar & Grill Red Fish Grill ............................ Seafood Red Gravy.........................................Italian The Red Maple ....................... Louisiana Contemporary The Red Palace ........................Chinese Redemption....Louisiana Contemporary Refuel Cafe ........................................Cafe Reginelli’s Pizzeria .........................Pizza Remoulade.....................................Creole Rendon Inn’s Dugout Sports Bar & Grill......................................American Rene Bistrot...................................French Restaurant August................. Louisiana Contemporary Restaurant Cypress ....................Creole Restaurant des Familles ...... Louisiana Contemporary Restaurant R’evolution......... Louisiana Contemporary Reuben’s Soup & Sandwich Co. ....Deli Rib Room..............................Steakhouse Riccobono’s Panola Street Cafe... Cafe Riccobono’s Peppermill ....Neighborhood Ridge Bistro.......................................Cafe RioMar ......................................... Seafood Ristorante da Piero........................Italian Rivershack Tavern.................Bar & Grill Rivista ..................................................Cafe Rock ’N’ Bowl .................Music & Food Rock-N-Sake ..............Japanese/Sushi Rolls-N-Bowls .................... Vietnamese Roly Poly ........Sandwiches & Po-boys Romano Italian Street Food .......Italian Root ...................................Contemporary Rotolo’s Pizzeria..............................Pizza Rouses ..................................................Deli Royal Blend Coffee & Tea House.........Coffee & Dessert Royal House Oyster Bar........ Seafood The Ruby Slipper Cafe...................Cafe Rue 127............................Contemporary Rue de la Course....Coffee & Dessert The Rum House .... Caribbean/Cuban Russell’s Marina Grill ........... Louisiana Contemporary Rusty Pelican ...........................American Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Steakhouse

S St. Charles Tavern ................Bar & Grill St. James Cheese Company .......Cafe St. Lawrence ..........................Bar & Grill Ste. Marie ....Louisiana Contemporary

Saffron NOLA ................................ Indian Saints and Sinners ......................Creole Sake Cafe.....................Japanese/Sushi Sake Cafe Uptown ....Japanese/Sushi Salt ’N’ Pepper ...........Indian/Pakistani Salu....................................Contemporary Salvo’s Seafood Restaurant .... Seafood The Sammich.......Sandwiches & Po-boys Sammy’s Food Service & Deli.......Deli Sammy’s Po-boys & Catering ....Sandwiches & Po-boys Samurai .........................Japanese/Sushi Sandro’s Trattoria ..........................Italian Santa Fe Restaurant .............. Mexican/ Southwestern Santa Fe Tapas ............. Spanish/tapas Sapphire ...............................Steakhouse Sassafras Creole & Seafood Restaurant................................................Creole Satsuma Cafe .................................. Cafe Saucy’s ......................................Barbecue Schiro’s Indian Cafe .................... Indian The Scotts Coffee & Tapas Bar..Cafe Seither’s Seafood.................... Seafood Semolina...........................................Italian Shake Sugary...........Coffee & Dessert Shane’s Rib Shack................Barbecue Shamrock ................................Bar & Grill Shimmy Shack ..................................Cafe Shogun..........................Japanese/Sushi Short Stop Po-boys .........Sandwiches & Po-boys Siamese Thai Cuisine .....................Thai Sidelines Bar & Grill ............Bar & Grill Slice Pizzeria....................................Pizza Slim Goodies Diner .......................Diner Smashburger ............................. Burgers Smilie’s Restaurant .....................Creole Smitty’s Seafood...................... Seafood Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro ............ Music & Food SoBou ..............................Contemporary The Soda Shop .......................American Soho Asian Cuisine .............Pan-Asian Somethin’ Else Cafe .......................Cafe Southside Cafe ............ Neighborhood Speakeasy Bar & Grill ....Neighborhood Specialty Italian Bistro .................Italian Spudly’s Super Spuds..........American Squeal Bar-B-Q.....................Barbecue Star Steak & Lobster House................................Steakhouse The Steak Knife Restaurant & Bar ..................................Steakhouse Steamboat Natchez.......Music & Food Stein’s Market & Deli ........................Deli Stella! ................................Contemporary Stepbrothers Bar & Grill.....Bar & Grill Steve’s Diner ....................................Diner Still Perkin’ ................Coffee & Dessert The Store ...................................American

Sucre ..........................Coffee & Dessert Sugar Park ..................... Neighborhood

Suis Generis ..................Contemporary Vacherie .......Louisiana Contemporary Sukhothai ............................................Thai Vega Tapas Cafe ......... Tapas/Spanish Sun Ray Grill........................... American Superior Grill ....Mexican/Southwestern

The Velvet Cactus ................... Mexican/ Southwestern

Superior Seafood .................... Seafood

Venezia Restaurant .......................Italian

Surrey’s Cafe & Juice Bar.............Cafe Sushi Brothers............Japanese/Sushi

Veranda Restaurant .............. Louisiana Contemporary

Sweet Daddy’s BBQ ............Barbecue

Verti Marte ............................................Deli

The Sweet Palate ....Coffee & Dessert

Vianne’s Tea House ........................Cafe

Sylvain...............................Contemporary

Vic’s Kangaroo Cafe............Bar & Grill

Vida’s Bistro..................Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern Village Coffee & Tea Co. ...........Coffee & Dessert

T LeBlanc’s Creole Kitchen .....Creole

Village Inn ...........................................Cafe

T Marie’s Kitchen & Catering.............................American

Vine and Dine ................Tapas/Spanish

Tableau ............................................Creole

Vintage Garden Kitchen ................Cafe

Taco Del Mar.....Mexican/Southwestern

Vitascope Hall........................Bar & Grill

Tacos & Beer ....Mexican/Southwestern

Voleo’s Seafood Restaurant .... Seafood

Tag’s Meat Market & Deli ................Deli

Voodoo BBQ & Grill .............Barbecue

Vincent’s Italian Cuisine ..............Italian

Taj Mahal.......................................... Indian

Taqueria Corona ..................... Mexican/ Southwestern

Tartine ..............................................French

W.I.N.O. ..............................................Cafe

Taste of Tokyo .............Japanese/Sushi

WOW Cafe & Wingery .........American

Ted’s Frostop....................................Diner

Walk-Ons Bistreaux and Bar...................................American

Tan Dinh ................................ Vietnamese

Tennou Sushi Bar ......Japanese/Sushi Warehouse Grille .................Bar & Grill Terrazu ........................................American Wasabi ..........................Japanese/Sushi Thai Mint...............................................Thai Water Street Bistro ......Contemporary Thanh Thanh........................ Vietnamese Wayfare ..........Sandwiches & Po-boys Theo’s Pizza......................................Pizza Times Grill .................................American

Wayne Jacob’s Smokehouse Restaurant....................................Cajun

Tivoli & Lee......Louisiana Contemporary Welty’s Deli & Catering....................Deli Tokyo Bistro .................Japanese/Sushi Who Dat Coffee Cafe ....................Cafe Tomas Bistro ........................... Louisiana Contemporary

Whole Foods Market ........................Deli Willie Mae’s Scotch House......Creole

Tommy’s Cuisine............................Italian Wit’s Inn Bar & Pizza Kitchen .....Pizza Tommy’s Wine Bar ........................Italian Wolfe’s in the Warehouse...........Cajun Tony Angello’s Restaurant ..........Italian Tony Mandina’s Restaurant ........Italian Tony Moran’s Italian Restaurant ... Italian Toup’s Meatery ...............................Cajun

Tout de Suite Cafe....Coffee & Dessert Tracey’s ....................................Bar & Grill

Ye Olde College Inn.............. Louisiana Contemporary

Treasure Island Buffet...........American

Yuki Izakaya..................Japanese/Sushi

Trey Yuen Cuisine of China ...Chinese TruBurger .................................... Burgers Tujague’s Restaurant ..................Creole

Two Tonys’ Restaurant ........... Seafood Z’otz Cafe ...........................................Cafe Zara’s Market ......................................Deli

U Ugly Dog Saloon....................Barbecue Upperline Restaurant .................Creole

Zea Rotisserie & Grill ............American Zoe Restaurant & Bar........... Louisiana Contemporary ZoZo’s Cafe..................Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern

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in store

Top BRASS By Mary Cross

Casamigos Blanco Sainte Marie tequila, bitters Brasserie’s and herbsaint), menu blends showcases a different approach to local ingredients beloved local spirits. with global inspiration. The kitchen caters to customers’ P H OTO BY C HERY L G ERBER growing demand for Louisiana-grown ingredients. Richard Power provides Gulf shrimp that top the house-made tagliatelle. Perilloux Farm grows kale for the Israeli couscous salad, and selections from St. James Cheese Company comprise the cheese plate, accompanied by a plum preserve. “I am a huge supporter of locally sourced, sustainable product,” Essig says. “It’s important to keep that in the forefront. I want my local growers, producers and fishers to get the credit for all the amazing, hard work they do.” Essig hopes to challenge customers’ palates. “I want the menu to at least start a conversation and maybe motivate diners to try something a little out of their comfort zone,” she says. “I love adding a touch of international influence to stir things up a bit.” The Chappapeela Farms pork belly dish is an example of Essig’s flair for melding local ingredients with global inspiration. Braised with ginger and satsuma and paired with panko-crusted scallops, the plate is finished with a kimchee vinaigrette, sherry gastrique, frill mustard and roasted cashews. “It’s my fun twist on surf and turf,” Essig says.

SHOPPING

NEWS

Clothing retailer Buffalo Exchange (3312 Magazine St., 504-891-7443; www.buffaloexchange.com) is accepting used fur donations for its Coats for Cubs drive through Tuesday, April 22. Used fur clothes (such as coats, trims and accessories) serve as warm bedding and blankets for injured or orphaned wildlife at rehabilitation organizations. The Fresh Market (3338 St. Charles Ave., 504-895-5160; www.thefreshmarket.com) hosts the Big Game Taste Fest 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Jan. 31-Feb. 1. There will be samples of snacks, including chicken enchilada dip, Crazy Cajun snack mix, flavored pistachios and thin-crust pizza. Romaguera Photography will stage a prom fashion show in the center court of Clear-

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view Mall (4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 504-452-7289; www.clearviewmall.com) at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1. Volunteers for The Cinderella Project will collect gowns donated to its annual prom dress drive and giveaway. Each donated gown gives participants an extra chance to win a prom package from a prize drawing. Seniors from area high schools will model in this free fashion show. Crescent City Lights Youth Theater (305 Baronne St., Suite 302, 504- 598-3800; www. www.crescentcitylights.org) holds a benefit costume sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb, 1 and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2. Admission is $25. Vintage clothes, military jackets, formal gowns, Mardi Gras costumes, props and furniture will be for sale.

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verything is illuminated t Sainte Marie Brasserie (930 Poydras St., 504-304-6988; www. saintemarienola.com). Guests are bathed in an intimate glow emitted from bulbs that hang overhead like a minor constellation. It’s all part of the experience: an invitation for guests to take “a fantastic, edible journey they may never have considered before,” says executive chef Kristen Essig, who has helmed the kitchen since April 2013. Owner Robert LeBlanc opened the brasserie in June 2011. Its name has historic origins with a tragically romantic plot. “The area of town located on the Uptown side of Canal Street from the French Quarter was once owned by Bertrand and Marie Gravier in the late 18th century,” Essig says. In the aftermath of a fire that devastated the French Quarter, the property values rose. The Graviers chose to cultivate the land, which they named Ville Gravier. “Upon his wife Marie’s death, Bertrand Gravier renamed the area Faubourg Sainte Marie,” Essig says. Walls painted in warm colors act as a tribute to the restaurant’s local roots. Burnt orange and chestnut-hued surfaces are overlaid with hand-painted wallpaper depicting a waterline map of New Orleans and its surrounding regions. Sainte Marie’s menu pays homage to the past with some tweaks to the classics. The cocktail selection, which includes the Sainte Marie 75 (a crisp, verdant combination of green chartreuse, lime, mint and prosecco) and the Audubon (a new take on the Sazerac starring

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Sneaky Pickle (4017 St. Claude Ave., 504-463-6911), a primarily vegan and vegetarian restaurant, is scheduled to open Feb. 5. “I eat meat, but I believe as humans we should be eating a 20 percent meat diet for ethical, sustainable and health reasons,” chef Ben Tabor says. “That’s what I want the philosophy of the place to be.” Tabor says dishes will be “moderately healthy” and feature locally sourced ingredients when possible. The menu will include house-made beet flatbread with either vegan fillings or pork belly, tempeh Reubens, vegan patty melts and fried tofu salad. Initially, Sneaky Pickle will open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, and Tabor expects to extend hours in the future. — MEGAN BRADEN-PERRY

Spare ribs

Upscale bowling and comfort food. By Scott Gold

Going, going … to Galatoire’s

P H O T O B Y C H ER Y L G ER B ER

cooked and tough. Andouille gravy fries topped with four sauteed Gulf shrimp were cooked nicely, but the dish is not worth its $13.95 price. Service at Fulton Alley needs improvement. The place appears amply staffed, with servers, managers and bussers frequently patroling the dining room and bar, and yet they seemed to ignore our table for long periods on several occasions in a dining room that was far from full. The drink menu at Fulton Alley was created by the team behind the craft cocktail lounge Cure, and it has that bar’s fingerprints all over it. A trio of vest-and-tieclad mixologists serve guests a list of 10 original cocktails, and the spirits selection is extensive. There’s a short list of beers, but nothing is available on draft. The Exchanging Lanes, a Sazerac variation, did the original justice, but the Red Eye to Manhattan, with Rebel Reserve bourbon, sweet vermouth and a vanilla tincture, was overwhelmed by the addition of coffee bitters. Fulton Alley’s take on the trendy bowling den is something genuinely new in New Orleans, and we’ll see if well-heeled locals take to rental shoes.

what

Fulton Alley

where

600 Fulton St., (504) 208-5569; www.fultonalley.com

when

lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner daily

how much

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Chef Mike Nirenberg prepares smoked pork ribs at Fulton Alley.

For some revelers, Carnival is about standing on a parade route as bands and floats pass by. For others, it’s about grabbing a seat — for lunch at Galatoire’s (209 Bourbon St., 504-525-2021; www.galatoires.com) the Friday (Feb. 28) before Fat Tuesday, a day when the French Quarter bustles with activity as several krewes prepare for their weekend parades. Galatoire’s breaks with its no reservations policy to auction tables in its main dining room for that Friday lunch. This year, proceeds benefit the Galatoire’s Foundation, Cafe Reconcile and the Idea Village. After this winter’s two table auctions are tallied, the foundation expects to break the $1 million fundrais-

expensive

what works

excellent cracklings, sliders and meat pies

what doesn’t

over-smoked wings, expensive gravy fries, service can be spotty

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ing milestone. The other auction is for tables on the Friday before Christmas. The Carnival auction is set for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29. Champagne and hors d’oeuvres are served at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $50 per couple and $25 for each additional guest. Call Christi Broussard at (504) 525-6022 for auction reservations. — WILL COVIELLO PAGE 100

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pscale bowling alleys have thrived in other cities, but the concept is new in New Orleans. Rock ’N’ Bowl, while upgraded from its original location, still has a very relaxed atmosphere. The newest local spot to embrace the game of strikes and spares is a different affair. Fulton Alley offers boutique bowling, craft cocktails and elevated bar fare in the Central Business District. A visit to Fulton Alley reveals a spot that’s about as different from your grandfather’s Monday-night-league alley as a luxury resort. Its darkly handsome (if somewhat antiseptic) decor features polished hardwoods, wrought iron, gleaming floors and handsome leather couches. A dozen lanes shine like a new penny, outfitted with state of the art flat-screen monitors. It’s a place clearly intended for high rollers, and lanes cost $15 per half-hour. Fulton Alley hired chef Mike Nirenberg, formerly of Tivoli & Lee, to create a Southern food-inspired menu, and he’s mostly done a fine job. The list of snacks, small plates and a few larger offerings isn’t particularly original but most items are well thought out and nicely prepared. A recent meal started with a snack of house-made corn nuts with flavorful chili-lime glaze and some of the most wonderfully airy, puffed pork cracklings in the city, served with an addictive sweet chili sauce. a must-have dish that appears to share its origins with those at Cane & Table. A trio of deviled eggs topped with remoulade and crispy chicken crackling also make a decent snack. More substantial options include impressive chicken and mushroom meat pies served with green onion sour cream. With five nicely filled and perfectly fried pies per order at $7.95, it’s a hit. Similarly, Nirenberg and his staff turn out excellent sliders, including pork belly with barbecue sauce and spicy apple-cabbage slaw. Griddled Beef sliders topped with sweet pickle and onion relish and American cheese also are big winners. There are some missed spares on the menu. Smoked and fried chicken wings served with ranch and blue cheese dressing had a lovely smoky aroma, but they proved to be over-

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Soho Asian Cuisine (601 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 504-3012266) opened in late December, serving Chinese cuisine, sushi and Japanese dishes. The extensive menu includes Chinese rice and noodle dishes, clay pots, Korean barbecue and sushi rolls. Diners

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Tiki Tolteca, the craft cocktail lounge above Felipe’s Taqueria (301 N. Peters St., 504-267-4406; www. felipesneworleans.com), opened with limited hours, serving classic tiki drinks mid-week and on some Fridays. Last week, the bar expanded to six days, opening at 5 p.m. Wednesday through Monday. Bartender Richard “Trader Dick” O’Dell mixes classic drinks by Victor “Trader Vic” Bergeron and Donn “Don the Beachcomber” Beach, including classic and Hawaiian versions of the mai tai, rum drinks such as the Aku Aku Zombie and a New Orleans hurricane. There also are sharable punches and tiki shots. — WILL COVIELLO

can eat at the sushi bar, and there is a party room and three Japanese-style tatami rooms with seating on floor cushions at low tables. — MEGAN BRADEN-PERRY

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3-COURSE interview

Jehan Strouse 3 Potato 4

What are the benefits of vegan and gluten-free diets? S: There are many. Of course a vegan diet is going to be the most hearthealthy diet you can have. It’s low in saturated fats, it’s a low inflammatory diet and low in animal products that can clog your arteries. It has a really light carbon footprint, too, so it’s not only better for you and the animals, it’s better for the planet. That’s another thing we focus on here: being eco-responsible. We don’t have any trash; we don’t even have a trash can. Everything is compostable, recyclable or biodegradable. We also like to include less processed food, eating more like we would in nature. As for gluten, wheat became hybridized in the ’70s, and that’s when problems started to happen. Scientists started messing with the makeup of the wheat, and it raised gluten content, causing a lot of inflammatory problems with digestion and joints for people who are gluten sensitive. So, having a low or gluten-free diet can definitely help with those sorts of issues. How have you been received in New Orleans? S: We’ve been very well-received. So many people come in here and are so happy, even their kids, because more people are becoming vegan in this country than ever before and raising their families that way. And the vegan options in New Orleans have multiplied in recent years. Some people are damned near in tears when they come in — they’re so happy to have found a great vegan or gluten-free option with us. It makes us feel great that we’re providing that for people. When it comes to people who aren’t already vegan, if that conversation comes up, I’m happy to have it. I have a nutrition degree, so I can talk for hours about it. But if it doesn’t come up, we’ll just go about our business and sell some great food. One girl came in the other night and said, “I never knew vegan mayonnaise could be so good.” We’re here to show people that vegan food can taste great, and you’re not going to feel terrible when you leave. — SCOTT GOLD

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What’s the mission of 3 Potato 4? Strouse: You could call us a gourmet organic potato bar with different toppings and sauces. People who’ve traveled in Europe, especially Belgium, relate us to a pommes frites stand. We use organic potatoes with lots of different toppings, and recently we added soups to the mix. Soups and potatoes and chilis make for a nice lunch. We have 18 different sauces, though we alternate special sauces through the week. We basically have a base and then mix them with different spices, so we don’t use any high-fructose corn syrup, genetically modified tomato ketchup or anything like that. Then we have things like malt vinegar, homemade hot sauce and more. The potatoes are from Washington state, where they have stringent guidelines for certified organic potatoes. We have Russet potatoes, waffle-cut sweet potatoes and rosemary-garlic red potatoes. Potatoes get a bad rap, I think because they’re so often fried (ours are baked). But they’re actually high in potassium, Vitamin C and fiber, and they’re naturally gluten free. They’re a really great, whole food and very good for you. And we also have our banana rockets, which are frozen chocolate bananas. We source the chocolate ourselves. It’s all organic, fair trade dark chocolate.

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A Minneapolis native with a degree in nutrition, Jehan Strouse migrated to New Orleans, where she co-organized the NOLA Veggie Fest for five years. Strouse left her post at the festival and along with partner Zachary Campbell opened 3 Potato 4 (2727 S. Broad St., Suite 102, 504-298-7761; www.facebook. com/3p4neworleans), a franchise of the national chain offering vegan and gluten-free potato bars with a 1950s sci-fi theme. Strouse spoke with Gambit about veganism, health and potatoes.

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BEER buzz Fairhope Brewing (www. fairhopebrewing.com), the first and only brewery in the Mobile, Ala. area, celebrates its first anniversary in early February. Head brewer Dan Murphy says the brewery is focused on the Gulf Coast instead of just Alabama — and draws some Louisiana tourists to visit the brewery. Owners Brian and Michele Kane, Jim Foley, Gabe Harris and Murphy built Fairhope to celebrate beer, music and community. The connections and collaborations they’ve pursued Fairhope Brewing’s Dan Murphy, reflect that mission. For example, their Bo Hicks and Elliot Roberts. first “brewsician” collaboration is with musician Grayson Capps, who wrote the song “Drinka Little Poison 4 U Die.” Capps’ manager was discussing the possibility of playing at the Fairhope taproom when the idea to do a collaboration came up. Murphy’s wife Amy says, “I threw out the idea of doing a beer based on one of his songs and his manager loved the idea. Dan thought ‘Little Poison’ worked best because the chorus is, ‘Before you die, before you die, drink a lil poison ‘fore you die,’ and Grayson’s favorite style of beer is a brown ale, hence Lil Poison Brown Ale.” The test batch sold out in 90 minutes, and Fairhope is creating a full batch to release as its Mardi Gras seasonal beer. Last week, Fairhope unveiled a beer it created with Druid City of Tuscaloosa, Ala. Son of a Peacherman was a dark saison brewed with local peaches. “It came down to a couple of old friends from college who have a similar brewing philosophy and wanted to get together and brew beer,” Murphy says. “We’re like kids in a candy shop, and experimenting with something neither of us had tried before was a lot of fun.” — NORA McGUNNIGLE Email Nora McGunnigle at nora@nolabeerblog.com

2012 Mara White Grass Sauvignon Blanc S O N O M A , C A L I F. RETAIL $16-$19

Sauvignon blanc grapes adapt easily and reflect many different viticultural environments. They also ripen early and thrive in cool, dry, sunny climates. The varietal’s naturally high acidity permits the wine to retain its freshness whether it’s made in France’s Loire Valley, South Africa, New Zealand or California. Grapes for this bottling from Helen and Charles Mara were sourced from four appellations in Sonoma County, each with distinct soils and microclimates. The wine was cold fermented in stainless steel to retain its freshness and distinctive qualities. In the glass, it offers aromas of green apple, melon and pear. On the palate, taste grapefruit, lime zest, notes of peach and apricot and an enticing minerality. Drink it with pickled vegetables, raw oysters with mignonette sauce, shellfish, risotto, lobster tacos, poached white fish with beurre blanc, Asian dishes and spicy dishes. Buy it at: Pearl Wine Co., Swirl Wine Bar & Market and Dorignac’s. Drink it at: Borgne, Coquette, Emeril’s Restaurant, Marti’s, Amici Ristorante & Bar, Superior Seafood and Bellocq. — BRENDA MAITLAND

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6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday Finn McCool’s Irish Pub, 3701 Banks St., (504) 486-9080

www.finnmccools.com My House NOLA’s bacon-centric event features Foodie Call’s brie L.T., The NOLA Truck’s blackened shrimp po-boy and other dishes featuring bacon. Vegetarian options are available.

Casa Borrega

1719 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 427-0654

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Tortilla soup features broth made with epazote, morita chiles, tomato, onion and garlic, plus Oaxaca cheese, avocado and handmade tortillas.

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Rice and vegetables fill soup topped with corn tortillas, avocado and Cotija cheese.

Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday Whole Foods Market, 300 N. Broad St., (504) 434-3364

www.wholefoodsmarket.com The sneak preview includes samples and healthy eating seminars.

Felipe’s Taqueria

301 N. Peters St., (504) 267-4406; 411 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 288-8226; 6215 S. Miro St., (504) 309-2776

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2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday SoFAB Culinary Library, 1609 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-0405 www.southernfood.org Student art paired with recipes is displayed and chefs featured in the cookbook serve samples of their dishes.

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Mama Lynn’s chicken tortilla soup features shredded chicken, onions, bell peppers, avocado and tortilla strips and is topped with sharp cheddar cheese.

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Superior makes its stock with whole chickens and the soup includes shredded chicken, vegetables, crispy tortillas, cilantro and shredded cheddar cheese, plus two flour tortillas on the side.

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with conspiracy theories and insists Francine is a despot in disguise who will transform Nebraska into a totalitarian state if elected. Jeffrey gets suspicious, and each character is forced to take sides. “The inability to compromise is astounding, and I think it’s because no one’s able to say what they feel anymore,” Nachtrieb says. “Everyone in this play wants to be validated, and everyone wants to do something important, even as they sometimes do the wrong thing.” Nachtrieb has a knack for creating strong characters, as seen in previous works such as 2008’s Boom, a post-apocalyptic sex comedy that got high marks from The New York Times and The Washington Post. Nachtrieb was accepted to the New Dramatists, a residency program based in New York City that provides resources for promising playwrights to create new work. The Totalitarians was developed through the New Dramatists and commissioned by the National New Play Network, a program funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation that creates rolling world premieres of new plays through a network of theaters, including Southern Rep, ensuring a work will be staged at least three times in its first year. Southern Rep is the first company to produce The Totalitarians, and subsequent productions are scheduled at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company in Washington, D.C., and Z Space in San Francisco. The San Francisco show will be a homecoming of sorts for Nachtrieb, as he recently was awarded a threeyear residency at Z Space, also funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. “Andrew Mellon has been basically paying me to be a playwright for the last five years,” Nachtrieb says. “It’s an amazing gift. Everyone says you’re not supposed to be able to make a living doing this, and at the moment, I am.”

Nachtrieb would like to see the play produced Judith Hawking stars in The Totalitarians. in New York and thinks it PHOTO BY JOHN BARROIS could be adapted into a film. He’s working on sevThe Totalitarians eral new projects, includJAN ing a musical comedy. 8 p.m. Wed.-Sat. (previews While its humor is Wed.-Fri.); 3 p.m. Sun. offbeat, Nachtrieb hopes THRU The Totalitarians will bring Mid-City Theatre, FEB some perspective to the 3540 Toulouse St. increasingly divisive politi(504) 488-1460 cal landscape. “We’re all implicated in www.midcitytheatre.com the state of politics,” Nachor www.southernrep.com trieb says. “We’re all a part of it, and we all participate in it. If we can agree that we’re all part of the same system, then that’s more important to me than just making fun of people.”

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t election time, politicians go to great lengths to present themselves as leaders and agents of change, but the more bizarre aspects of recent national campaigns got California playwright Peter Sinn Nachtrieb thinking. His dark comedy about American politics, The Totalitarians, premieres this week at the Mid-City Theatre as part of Southern Rep’s 2013-2014 season. The play was conceived during the 2012 election cycle amid the sniping and snarking of the Republican primary debates and the myth-making rhetoric of President Barack Obama’s re-election campaign. The candidates, Nachtrieb thought, were talking a lot but saying very little. “It’s definitely a response to all that,” Nachtrieb says of the play. “It is an exploration of the language of politics and the absurdity of it, really looking at how we debate things and articulate our opinions, and what we believe to be the way we’re supposed to talk about politics.” The Totalitarians, directed by Nachtrieb’s long-time collaborator Kenneth Prestininzi, centers on Penelope Easter, a strong-willed, slightly unhinged mother running for state office in Nebraska. Penelope (Judith Hawking) is floundering on the campaign trail until she teams up with Francine (Jessica Podewell), a frustrated campaign manager who hopes to channel Penelope’s enthusiasm into a victory for both of them. Despite Penelope’s lack of polish, Francine pushes her candidate to the front of the pack by crafting a particularly inspiring — though ultimately nonsensical — speech that rallies voters. Nachtrieb says the character of Penelope is a composite of many different American politicians, but he acknowledges a resemblance to a certain folksy hockey mom from the 2008 presidential election. “It’s not Sarah Palin by any means,” Nachtrieb says. “But I think there’s something in the Sarah Palin story that I latched onto, this outsider who instantly becomes the front-runner, someone with this magnetic and really charged energy that people respond strongly to.” Nachtrieb didn’t set out to lampoon specific people or political parties. His target is the state of political discourse in America, where empty words and jingoistic rhetoric are valued more than facts. It’s a shallow and superficial means of communication, Nachtrieb says, and it trickles down to voters, not only in public discourse, but in people’s personal lives as well. In the play, Francine’s marriage begins to crumble when her husband Jeffrey (Leon Contavesprie), a doctor, expresses doubts about supporting Penelope. One of his patients (Ben Carbo) is obsessed

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Bombay Club — Tony Seville, 7 Bourbon Orleans Hotel — Eudora Evans, 8 Buffa’s Lounge — Tom McDermott & Aurora Nealand, 8; Monty Banks, 11 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Neisha Ruffins, 7:30

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Blue Nile — New Orleans Rhythm Devils, 8; Caesar Brothers, 10:30

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Bombay Club — Monty Banks, 7

Apple Barrel — Butch Trevette & the Roulettes, 10:30 Bombay Club — Lucas Davenport, 7 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 7:30 Columns Hotel — John Rankin, 8 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious, 9:30 Dragon’s Den — Divergent Rhythms feat. The Real Steven, 10

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Carousel Piano Bar & Lounge — George French Quartet, 8:30 Circle Bar — Pine Hill Haints, Ixnay, Kentucky Sisters, Slow Danger Brass Band, 10

Bourbon Orleans Hotel — Geo Bass, 8 & 9

The Civic Theatre — Jake Bugg, 7

Cafe Negril — Gettin’ It, 7; Sam Cammarata & Dominick Grillo, 7:30; Another Day in Paradise, 9:30

Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6

Circle Bar — New York City Queens, 10

Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 5:30 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Loren Pickford, 9:30

Columns Hotel — Andy Rogers, 8 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 5:30

Freret Street Publiq House — Brass-A-Holics, 9:30 Hi-Ho Lounge — Resonant Rogues, G String Orchestra, 9

d.b.a. — Tin Men, 7

Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — James Rivers Movement, 8

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Meryl Zimmerman, 9:30

Little Gem Saloon — Andre Bohren, 5

Gasa Gasa — Those Darlins, 8

The Maison — Erin Demastes, 5; New Orleans Swamp Donkeys, 7; Barry Stephenson’s Pocket, 10

Kerry Irish Pub — Jason Bishop, 9

Hi-Ho Lounge — Natalie Mae, 9

Little Gem Saloon — Charlie Miller, 5

House of Blues — Jet Lounge, 11

The Maison — Gregory Agid, 6; Messy Cookers Jazz Band, 9

House of Blues Voodoo Garden — Domenic, 6

Maple Leaf Bar — Rebirth Brass Band, 11

Howlin’ Wolf Den — Ashley Raines & the New West Review, Texas Funeral, 9

One Eyed Jacks — Delorean, Until the Ribbon Breaks, 7

Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — NOJO Jam, 8

Roosevelt Hotel — Ingrid Lucia, 5:30

Little Gem Saloon — Richard Knox, 5

The Roosevelt Hotel Bar — Kirk Duplantis Trio, 9

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Dave Malone & Camille Baudoin, 8 & 10

The Maison — New Orleans Jazz Vipers, 6; Smoke ‘n Bones, 9

Spotted Cat — Andy J. Forest, 4; Meschiya Lake & the Little Big Horns, 6; Shotgun Jazz Band, 10

Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Rick Trolsen & the New Orleans Po Boys, 8 & 10

Tropical Isle Original — Way Too Early, 1

Rock ’N’ Bowl — Yat Pack, 8

Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 Preservation Hall — Preservation Hall-Stars feat. Shannon Powell, 8

Yuki Izakaya — James Partridge Jazz Trio, 8

WEDNESDAY 29 Apple Barrel — Barbarella Blue, 5:30; Chapel Blues, 10:30 Banks Street Bar — Major Bacon, 10

Recovery Room Bar & Grill — Oscar & the Bluescats, 8:30 Roosevelt Hotel — Robin Barnes, 5:30 Rusty Nail — Jenn Howard, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Antoine Diel & the New Orleans Power Misfits, 2; Orleans 6, 6; St. Louis

Maple Leaf Bar — The Trio feat. Johnny Vidacovich & Friends, 11 Oak — Aaron Wilkinson, 9

Rock ’N’ Bowl — TopCats, 9:30

Spice Bar & Grill — Stooges Brass Band, 9 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy & the Oopsie Daisies, 4; Miss Sophie Lee, 6 Three Muses — Tom McDermott, 5; Luke WinslowKing, 7:30 Tipitina’s — Royal Teeth, Chappo, Luxley, 10 Vaughan’s — Travis “Trumpet Black” Hill & the Heart Attack, 9 Yuki Izakaya — Norbert Slama, 8; Black Pearl, 11

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“How do you stay motivated in the midst 9 p.m. Tuesday of everything that’s going on?” How inRepublic, deed. Not even Daft Punk — against whom 828 S. Peters St. Disclosure competed this week for the Best Dance/Electronica Album Grammy (504) 528-8282 (results unknown at press time, but come www.republicnola.com on) — provided an EDM moment in 2013 as hugely inviting as “When a Fire Starts to Burn,” the big-tent revival that opens Guy and Howard Lawrence’s debut LP Settle (Island). House music hasn’t had this much curbside appeal since the masked ones’ 2001 blowup Discovery, making Disclosure’s inclusion at the Grammys into more than just a Buffalo Bills Super Bowl bid. It’s possible the Surrey, England, siblings got lucky and won; more important is the matchup, considering that Guy and Howard, ages 21 and 18 respectively, were 8 and 5 when “One More Time” first hit, opening house to a flood of pop innovators. That model — seamless originals and samples, an ecstatic mix of lifting hooks and dropping beats — is rendered perfectly on Settle, with the notable renovations of U.K. garage (bobbed-out two-step rhythms and hi-hats pushed to the tipping point). It doesn’t hurt that it plays like a greatest hits collection, stacking single upon single: “Latch,” “F For You” and “White Noise” could be the spine of any all-time great dance record; here, along with the lighter-fluid “When a Fire Starts to Burn,” they’re the first four tracks. Later, British sirens Eliza Doolittle (“You & Me”), Jessie Ware (“Confess to Me”) and Hannah Reid (“Help Me Lose My Mind”) all contribute vocals that marry their own individuality with the central vision. That may be the most impressive thing about Disclosure: Past all the attention, influences, guest artists and associations, there is a master plan being directed by two should-be amateurs. Vic Mensa and Samo Sound Boy open. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 day of show. — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

8 Block Kitchen & Bar — Anais St. John, 9 Apple Barrel — Barbarella Blue, 5:30 Blue Nile — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 7; Big Sam & Friends, 10 Bombay Club — Monty Banks, 6; Glen David Andrews, 9:30 Bourbon Orleans Hotel — Eudora Evans, 9 Buffa’s Lounge — HONOR, 5; Laura Dyer, 8

Bullet’s Sports Bar — Guitar Slim Jr., 7:30

DMac’s — Vincent Marini, 7

Cafe Negril — El DeOrazio, 7

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Eric Traub Trio, 10

Capri Blue Bar at Andrea’s Restaurant — Phil Melancon, 8

Golden Lantern — Nighthawk, 7

Carrollton Station Bar and Music Club — John Mooney, 10

Hangar 13 — For the Wolf, We Are Wires, 10

Circle Bar — Social Set, Daria & the Hip Drops, The Cake Girls, 10

House of Blues — Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, DeepNSpace, DJ Hectic, 9

Columns Hotel — Ted Long, 6 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 9

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Le Bon Temps Roule — Jeff “Snake” Greenberg, 7

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The Maison — Bon Bon Vivant, 4; The Billionaires, 7; Soul Project, 10; Ashton Hines & the Big Easy Brawlers, midnight New Orleans Museum of Art — Rex Gregory, 5:30 Oak — Tom Leggett, 9 Old Point Bar — Rick Trolsen, 5 Prytania Bar — Mississippi Shakedown, Light Beam Rider, 9 The Red Maple Restaurant — Riccardo Crespo, 8:30 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Christian Winther & Richard Johnson, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Andy J. Forest, 4; Washboard Chaz Trio, 6; Cottonmouth Kings, 10 St. Roch Tavern — James Jordan & the Lonely Nights Band, 8 Three Muses — Andrew Duhon, 11:30 a.m. Tipitina’s — Bonerama, Marc Stone Band, 10 Treasure Chest Casino — Harvey Jesus & Fire, 7 Windsor Court Hotel (Cocktail Bar) — Shannon Powell Trio, 5 Yuki Izakaya — Montegut, 11

Hermes Bar — Ingrid Lucia, 9:30

Spotted Cat — Pat Casey & the New Sounds, 10

House of Blues — House of Blues 20th Anniversary Celebration feat. Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, Colin Lake, 9

Three Muses — Tom McDermott, 11:30 a.m; Raphael Bas & Norbert Slama, 5:30; Debbie Davis, 8

House of Blues (The Parish) — Zach Deputy, Hotel Oscar, 9

Tipitina’s — Cajun Fais Do-Do feat. Bruce Daigrepont, 5:30

House of Blues Voodoo Garden — Cody Blaine, 1

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Howlin’ Wolf Music Club — Naughty Professor’s Open House Party feat. Sexual Thunder, Stoop Kids, Loose Willis, 10 Irish House — Vali Talbot, 7 Little Gem Saloon — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 7 Old Point Bar — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 9:30 The Other Bar — Rob Nance Duo, 9 Ritz-Carlton — Catherine Anderson, 1 Rock ’N’ Bowl — Rockin’ Dopsie, Jr. & the Zydeco Twisters, 9:30 Three Muses — Ben Polcer, 11:30 a.m; Choctaw Wildfire, 6; Gal Holiday & the Honky Tonk Revue, 9

Apple Barrel — Sam Cammarata, 8 Banks Street Bar — South Jones, 8 BJ’s Lounge — King James & the Special Men, 10 BMC — Lil’ Red & Big Bad, 6 Bombay Club — Monty Banks, 7 Buffa’s Lounge — Seth Hitsky’s Silent but Deadly Films, 8 Chickie Wah Wah — Alexis & the Samurai, 8 Circle Bar — Missy Meatlocker, 6; Sick Sea, Sun Year, 10 Columns Hotel — David Doucet, 8 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 d.b.a. — Luke Winslow King, 7; Glen David Andrews, 10

21st Amendment — Chance Bushman, Adam Arredondo, Russell Ramirez, Joseph Faison, 8

Yuki Izakaya — Norbert Slama, 8; Montegut, 11

Dmac’s Bar & Grill — Danny Alexander, 8

8 Block Kitchen & Bar — Anais St. John, 9

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Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9:30

Banks Street Bar — NOLA County, 4; Ron Hotstream, 7

Gasa Gasa — Magnetic Mondays feat. Magnetic Ear, 8

Blue Nile — Eddie Roberts’ West Coast Sounds, 11 Bombay Club — Don Vappie, 9:30 Bombay Club — Lucas Davenport, 6 Bourbon Orleans Hotel — Geo Bass, 8 & 9 Buffa’s Lounge — Royal Rounders, 8; Marc Stone, 11 Cafe Negril — Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers, 7 Capri Blue Bar at Andrea’s Restaurant — Phil Melancon, 8 Checkpoint Charlie — Sweet Jones, 7 Circle Bar — Dylan LeBlanc, Daniel Smalley, 10 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 9

Bombay Club — Tony Seville, 7 Buffa’s Lounge — Some Like It Hot, 11 a.m. Circle Bar — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 6 Columns Hotel — Chip Wilson, 11 a.m. Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 DMac’s — Michael Pearce, 11 a.m; Walter “Wolfman” Washington, 6 House of Blues — Gospel Brunch, 10 a.m.

Hi-Ho Lounge — Bluegrass Pickin’ Party, 8 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Richie Ramone, 9 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Gerald French & the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band, 8 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 Preservation Hall — Preservation Hall Living Legends feat. Maynard Chatters, 8

Howlin’ Wolf Den — Hot 8 Brass Band, 9

The Roosevelt Hotel Bar — Jazz Factory Night feat. the James Partridge Septet, 9

Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Lu & Charlie’s Revisited feat. Germain Bazzle, 8

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Charmaine Neville & Friends, 8 & 10

Little Gem Saloon — Richard Knox, 10 a.m.

Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy & the Oopsie Daisies, 4; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 6

d.b.a. — John Boutte, 8; Little Freddie King, 11

Maple Leaf Bar — Joe Krown, Walter “Wolfman” Washington & Russell Batiste, 10

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Louisiana Sunspots, 9:30

Old Point Bar — Amanda Walker, 3:30

Gasa Gasa — Junior League, Pontchartrain Wrecks, Idle Hour Club, 9

Ritz-Carlton — Armand St. Martin, 10:30 a.m; Catherine Anderson, 2

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NOW SHOWING American Hustle (R) — A con artist (Christian Bale) and his sexy partner (Amy Adams) are forced to work for an FBI agent (Bradley Cooper) who teaches them how to break up mob rings and crooked political posses. Canal Place, Clearview, Elmwood, Kenner, Regal, Slidell, Westbank

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August: Osage County (R) — The film adaptation of Tracy Letts’ dark comedic play about a Midwestern patriarch who disappears stars Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Juliette Lewis and Ewan McGregor. Canal Place, Chalmette, Elmwood, Regal, Slidell, Westbank Beyond All Boundaries (NR) — The museum screens a “4-D” film, bringing audiences into battle using archival footage and special effects. World War II Museum Dallas Buyers Club (R) — A Texas electrician (Matthew McConaughey) who, after being diagnosed with HIV, creates a buyers club where fellow HIV-positive people can buy alternative treatments. Elmwood, Westbank Devil’s Due (R) — A newly married husband blames something sinister for his wife’s changes. Chalmette, Clearview, Elmwood, Kenner, Regal, Slidell, Westbank Frozen (PG) — A prophecy traps a kingdom in a never-ending winter in this animated Disney film. Clearview, Elmwood, Kenner, Regal, Slidell, Westbank Gimme Shelter (PG-13) — A pregnant teen (Vanessa Hudgens) runs away from

her abusive mother (Rosario Dawson) and has to live on the street. Elmwood Great White Shark 3D (NR) — Shark encounters are shared in the documentary. Entergy IMAX Her (R) — A lonely writer (Joaquin Phoenix) falls in love with his computer’s new operating system. Canal Place, Elmwood, Kenner, Prytania, Regal, Slidell, Westbank The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (PG-13) — The second installment in The Hobbit has Bilbo and the dwarf party facing Smaug the dragon. Elmwood, Entergy IMAX, Kenner, Regal, Slidell The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (PG-13) — Francis Lawrence directs the second movie in The Hunger Games series featuring Katniss and Peeta becoming targets of the Capitol following their hubbub-sparking victory. Elmwood, Kenner, Slidell, Westbank Hurricane On The Bayou (NR) — The film tells the story of Hurricane Katrina and the impact that Louisiana’s disappearing wetlands has on hurricane protection. Entergy IMAX I, Frankenstein (PG-13) — Frankenstein’s creation fights immortals. Chalmette, Clearview, Elmwood, Kenner, Regal, Slidell, Westbank The Invisible Woman (R) — Charles Dickens falls in love with a younger woman. Canal Place Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (PG-13) — Young CIA analyst Jack Ryan (Chris Pine) reveals a terrorist plot to crash the U.S. economy in a film based on characters from Tom Clancy novels. Canal Place, Chalmette, Clearview, Elmwood, Kenner, Regal, Slidell, Westbank

Knights of Badassdom (R) — Cosplayers accidentally

conjure a demon in this adventure-comedy. Chalmette The Legend of Hercules (PG13) — The action film follows the Greek hero’s origin story of betrayal, love and exile. Clearview, Elmwood, Kenner, Regal, Slidell, Westbank Lone Survivor (R) — Mark Wahlberg, Ben Foster and Eric Bana star in Peter Berg’s action-thriller based on the true story of SEAL Team 10’s failed mission to neutralize a high-level Taliban operative in June 2005. Canal Place, Clearview, Elmwood, Kenner, Regal, Slidell, Westbank Nebraska (R) — In Alexander Payne’s black-and-white film, an elderly man believes he’s won a $1 million magazine sweepstakes and forces his estranged son to drive from Missouri to Nebraska to claim it. Elmwood, Slidell, Westbank The Nut Job (PG) — A squirrel who was kicked out of his park stumbles upon a nut shop in this animated comedy. Chalmette, Clearview, Elmwood, Regal, Westbank Penguins 3D (NR) — A king penguin returns to his native land in the sub-Antarctic to find a mate. Entergy IMAX Ride Along (PG-13) — A cop (Ice Cube) makes his sister’s boyfriend (Kevin Hart) work a 24-hour patrol of Atlanta with him to see if he’s worthy of marrying her. Canal Place, Chalmette, Clearview, Elmwood, Regal, Slidell, Westbank Saving Mr. Banks (PG-13) — Walt Disney (Tom Hanks) struggles to get author P.L. Travers (Emma Thompson) to agree to a film adaptation of her Mary Poppins novels. Elmwood, Kenner, Regal, Slidell That Awkward Moment (R) — Best friends (Zac Efron, Michael B. Jordan, Miles Teller) all are having trouble wth their girlfriends. Clearview, Elmwood, Westbank The Wolf of Wall Street (R) — Leonardo DiCaprio plays Jordan Belfort, a wealthy but crooked stockbroker, in this 1990s-set Martin Scorsese film adaptation of Belfort’s autobiography. Canal Place, Clearview, Elmwood, Kenner, Regal, Slidell, Westbank

OPENING FRIDAY Labor Day (PG-13) — A depressed single mom (Kate Winslet) and her son hide an escaped convict. Elmwood, Regal, Westbank

SPECIAL SCREENINGS The Broken Circle Breakdown (NR) — The Belgian film is a

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The Great Beauty

The Great Beauty (R)

JAN The saying goes that good things 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30; come in small packages, but Italian noon and 5 p.m. Fridayfilmmaker Paolo Sorrentino’s masterTHRU Thursday, Feb. 6 ful The Great Beauty shows that large FEB and lavish sometimes work out well The Prytania Theatre, too. One of five movies nominated 5339 Prytania St. for this year’s Foreign Language Film (504) 891-2787 Oscar (and recent winner of a Golden www.theprytania.com Globe in that category), The Great Beauty mounts a sprawling and ambitious 142-minute meditation on life in the modern age by placing the glorious city of Rome at its center. To describe the film as lush doesn’t do it justice: the stunning architecture, the ancient art, the extraordinary faces both beautiful and plain all add up to full immersion in the teeming life and culture of the city. In Sorrentino’s vision, all this indescribable beauty contrasts with the decadent and superficial lives of Rome’s cultural elite. There’s plenty of satire here, but The Great Beauty is no cautionary tale about needless self-indulgence. Sorrentino is more interested in his characters’ awkward and halting search for a spiritual grace that somehow might suit the majesty of their physical surroundings. A delicate balance is required to keep the film from dissolving into a mere expression of cultural malaise. Making that possible is the presence of fictional arts journalist Jep Gambardella (Toni Servillo), who serves as tour guide on our journey into the battered soul of Rome. Jep also is the king of the city’s social scene, the man who knows everyone and throws the most extravagant A-list parties. His reputation is that of a great artist, but he wrote only a single award-winning novel 40 years ago and has neglected his talent ever since. The occasion of his 65th birthday coincides with the death of the girl he loved in his youth, leading to a period of personal reflection. We follow as he wanders the streets, enjoying the city’s magic as he encounters old friends and lovers. Jep is acutely aware of how frivolous their lives and his own have become, but his lack of ego and disinterest in judging others make his entire journey palatable and lend the film an emotional richness. The soundtrack mirrors both the movie’s themes and its visual sensibility by mixing sacred music with crass Italian pop. With its considerable length and lack of a conventional storyline, The Great Beauty may be slow going for those not taken in by the sights and sounds of Rome or the existential quandaries that drive the film. Others may take exception to the unexplained affluence of virtually all the film’s characters — no matter how successful, journalists can seldom afford the kind of apartment Jep enjoys, with its grand terrace overlooking the ruins of the Coliseum. Sorrentino was clearly inspired by the films of Federico Fellini (La Dolce Vita in particular), but there’s something special going on here, a sense that there are no limits to what can be imagined and realized on screen. On its dazzling surface alone, The Great Beauty is all about the power of film. It won’t remind you of anything currently coming out of Hollywood or the American indie scene. But they don’t call them foreign films for nothing. — KEN KORMAN

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The Deer Hunter (R) — Robert De Niro and Christopher Walken star in a 1978 movie about the Vietnam war’s effect on a small town. The screening is BYOB. Midnight Friday-Saturday, 10 p.m. Sunday, Prytania

The Films of Dmitriy Tiazhlov (NR) — The Ukrainian documentary filmmaker presents his shorts, including one about Dithyrambalina. 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Zeitgeist Moro No Brasil (NR) — DJ Soul Sister screens a documentary on Brazilian music and culture as part of her free Musically Speaking series. 7 p.m. Monday, Gasa Gasa MRGO-ing, Going, Gone? (NR) — Director Kevin McCaffrey and narraror Bob Marshall speak at a screening of the documentary about the Mississippi River Gulf Outlet (MRGO). 7 p.m. Thursday, East Bank Library The Pretty One (R) — When a woman’s more beautiful twin dies, she assumes her identity. 7:30 p.m. Monday, Zeitgeist The Last Detail (R) — Jack Nicholson and Randy Quaid star

in Hal Ashby’s comedy about two seamen showing a guy some fun before taking him to jail. 8 p.m. Thursday & Sunday, Canal Place Marty (NR) — In this 1955 film, middle-aged people who’d given up on love meet at a dance. 10 a.m. Sunday, Prytania The Sound of Music (NR) — A woman leaves a convent to become a famliy’s governess. The Saturday screening features kids’ activities. 10 a.m. Wednesday, Prytania

Superman (NR) — The cafe screens a different Superman movie each week. The 1948 version stars Kirk Alyn as the Man of Steel. 6:30 p.m. Monday, La Divinia

CALL FOR FILM Fourth Annual Loving Festival— The festival seeks short films about race, racism and the multiracial experience. Visit charitablefilmnetwork. submittable.com for details. Deadline April 13. The Theatres at Canal Place, The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., (504) 5812540; www.thetheatres.com; Chalmette Movies, 8700 W.

Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 304-9992; www.chalmettemovies,com; AMC Clearview Palace 12, Clearview Mall, 4486 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 887-1257; www.amctheatres.com; East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jplibrary. net; AMC Elmwood Palace 20, 1200 Elmwood Park Blvd., Harahan, (504) 733-2029; www. amctheatres.com; Entergy IMAX Theatre, 1 Canal St., (504) 581-4629; www.auduboninstitute.org; Gasa Gasa, 4920 Freret St.; www.gasagasa. com; The Grand 14 Kenner, 1401 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 229-4259; www. thegrandtheatre.com; The Grand 16 Slidell, 1950 Gause Blvd. W., Slidell, (985) 641-1889; www.thegrandtheatre.com; La Divinia Cafe e Gelateria, 621 St. Peter St., (504) 602-2692; www.ladiviniagelateria.com; Prytania Theatre, 5339 Prytania St., (504) 891-2787; www.theprytania.com; Regal Covington Stadium 14, 69348 Hwy. 21, Covington, (985) 871-7787; www.regmovies.com; AMC Westbank Palace 16, 1151 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 263-2298; www.amctheatres. com; National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 528-1944; www.nationalww2museum.org; Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 827-5858; www.zeitgeistinc.net

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OPENING Ariodante Gallery. 535 Julia St., (504) 524-3233; www.ariodantegallery.com — Contemporary craft exhibition by Taft McWhorter, Belle Bijoux, Timothy Schuler, Geoff Wilder and Tristan Faulman. Artists’ reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday. Boyd | Satellite. 440 Julia St., (504) 581-2440; www.boydsatellitegallery.com — “Service,” photography by Paul Solberg. Opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday. Callan Contemporary. 518 Julia St., (504) 525-0518; www.callancontemporary.com — “Trans-

formation,” paintings by Adrian Deckbar. Artist’s reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday. Jean Bragg Gallery of Southern Art. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.jeanbragg. com — “New Orleans Bars and Bistros,” paintings by Linda Lesperance. Artist’s reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday. Lemieux Galleries. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — “Bands of Mardi Gras,” photography by Stan Strembicki. Artist’s reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Sibley Gallery. 3427 Magazine St., (504) 899-8182; www.sibleygal-

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Da Parish

What is it about St. Bernard Parish? Anyone growing up in New Orleans knew it as the funky but lovable setting for Rocky & Carlo’s Restaurant & Bar. A salt of the earth suburb, it was once home to rustic communities of trappers and fishermen before the tracts of boxy brick houses and sugar and oil refineries that proliferated after World War II invited comparisons with the New Jersey Turnpike. Hurricane Katrina nearly obliterated St. Bernard Parish, but the residents who returned to rebuild set a standard for pluck and determination that garnered well-deserved national attention. Even so, it is unclear why it has attracted Scandinavian photographers in recent years. First, Daneeta and Patrick Jackson, natives of Louisiana and Sweden, respectively, exhibited their haunting Chalmatia series at the Contemporary Arts Center last year. Now Icelandic lensman Fridgeir Helgason’s Da Parish: Photographs of St. BerTHRU Da Parish images are on view at the Scott Edwards Gallery. nard Parish by Fridgeir Helgason APR The product of a three-year sojourn in St. Bernard, HelScott Edwards Gallery, gason’s images are reminders of how a once verdant place 2109 Decatur St. teeming with wildlife was transformed into something very different. In Christmas 2011 (pictured), a modest suburban (504) 610-0581 ranch-style home festooned with holiday decorations www.scottedwardsgallery.com appears almost lost in a setting dominated by a vast, hulking refinery complex. Similarly, a view of opposing rows of stately oaks conjures expectations of a regal antebellum estate, but no, that romantic vista leads to a refinery. A view of the blandly inviting facade of Rocky & Carlo’s instantly humanizes a series that some might find archly ironic or austere. In fact, Da Parish is a visual meditation on the ordinary. Predating the advent of the artist enclaves now popping up in Old Arabi, it is what it is: an unvarnished depiction of a place in transition during a pivotal period of time. Its epiphanies are of the starkly existential variety. Seen through Helgason’s eyes, it is almost possible to imagine the ghost of Soren Kierkegaard haunting the hubub at Rocky & Carlo’s. — D. ERIC BOOKHARDT

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GALLERIES A Gallery For Fine Photography. 241 Chartres St., (504) 568-1313; www.agallery.com — Photographs and photo books from all eras by various photographers, ongoing. Academy Gallery. 5256 Magazine St., (504) 899-8111; www. noafa.com — “New Year, New Work,” group invitational art show featuring Michael Deas, Walt Handelsman and BIlly Myers, through Feb. 14. Alex Beard Studio. 712 Royal St., (504) 309-0394; www.alexbeardstudio.com — Drawings and paintings by Alex Beard, ongoing. Anton Haardt Gallery. 2858 Magazine St., (504) 309-4249; www.antonart.com — “Deep Blues,” Southern folk art group exhibition, ongoing. Ariodante Gallery. 535 Julia St., (504) 524-3233; www.ariodantegallery.com — Contemporary craft exhibition by Georgia Polkey, Arlyn Jimenez, Jessica Steen, Hopella Designs and Rita Coenson, through Friday. Arthur Roger Gallery. 432 Julia St., (504) 522-1999; www. arthurrogergallery.com — “Viscous Resin Extruding From the Trunk,” art by Holton Rower, through Feb. 15.

Beneito’s Art. 3618 Magazine St., (504) 891-9170; www.bernardbeneito.com — Oil paintings by Beneito Bernard, ongoing. Benjamin Franklin High School. 2001 Leon C. Simon Drive, (504) 286-2600; www.benfranklinhighschool.org — “The Franklin Collection: Volume 2,” alumni mixed media exhibition, through Friday. Boyd | Satellite. 440 Julia St., (504) 581-2440; www.boydsatellitegallery.com — “megalomania two,” group exhibition commemorating the gallery’s first anniversary, through Wednesday. Byrdie’s Gallery. 2422 St. Claude Ave., (504) 656-6794; www.byrdiesgallery.com — “Drawing From the Inside,” drawings by Raven Creature, through Feb. 4. Callan Contemporary. 518 Julia St., (504) 525-0518; www. callancontemporary.com — “Beneath the Shades,” pencil and gouache on paper by Norah Lovell, through Tuesday.

“Regarding the Incidence of Purpose,” memorial retrospective of Sandy Chism’s art, curated by Matthew Weldon Showman, through Feb. 7.

Chester Allen’s Oasis of Energy. 221 Dauphine St., (504) 292-8365; www.chesterallen-oasisofenergy.tumblr.com — “Universal Groove,” silversmithing by Chester Allen, ongoing.

Kurt E. Schon. 510 St. Louis St., (504) 524-5462; www.kurteschonltd.com — 19th-century French salon romantic paintings, through February.

Coup D’oeil Art Consortium. 2033 Magazine St., (504) 7220876; www.coupdoeilartconsortium.com — “Hillary by the Numbers,” paintings by Sarah Ferguson, through Saturday. Courtyard Gallery. 1129 Decatur St., (504) 330-0134; www.woodartandmarketing. com — New Orleans-themed reclaimed wood carvings by Daniel Garcia, ongoing. The Foundation Gallery. 608 Julia St., (504) 568-0955; www.foundationgallerynola. com — “Tips: An Insider’s Look at Bourbon Street,” PhotoNOLA exhibition by Kara Khan benefiting Cafe Reconcile, through Saturday. Freret Clay Center. 2525 Jena St., (504) 919-8050; www. freretclaycenter.com — “The Human Condition,” metal rusts, wood rots collage, ceramic tiles and vessels by Barbie L’Hoste and Bill Darrow, ongoing. Gallery Burguieres. 736 Royal St., (504) 301-1119; www.galleryburguieres.com — Mixed media by Ally Burguieres, ongoing. The Garden District Gallery. 1332 Washington Ave., (504) 891-3032; www.gardendistrictgallery.com — “Holiday Open House,” mixed media group exhibition, through Sunday. Good Children Gallery. 4037 St. Claude Ave., (504) 616-7427; www. goodchildrengallery.com — “The Winter of Our Discontent,” art by Daphne Loney; “Nothing Personal,” art by Gabriel Alexander; both through Sunday. Graphite Galleries. 936 Royal St., (504) 565-3739; www.graphitenola.com — Group mixed media exhibition, ongoing. Hall-Barnett Gallery. 237 Chartres St., (504) 522-5657; www.hallbarnett.com — “Fine Photography: Featuring Wanda Boudreaux and Timothy Pakron,” PhotoNOLA exhibit curated by Edward Hebert, through Friday. J & S Gallery. 3801 Jefferson Hwy., (504) 952-9163 — Wood carvings and paintings by local artists, ongoing. Jean Bragg Gallery of Southern Art. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.jeanbragg.com — “En Plein Air,” landscapes from Lake Pontchartrain in oil by Louis O. Morales, through Friday. Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 522-5471; www. jonathanferraragallery.com —

La Madama Bazarre. 1007 St. Mary St., (504) 236-5076; www. lamadamabazarre.com — Group exhibition celebrating the whimsical and weird side of Louisiana, ongoing. Lemieux Galleries. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www. lemieuxgalleries.com — “Nine Years Later,” paintings and drawings by John Clemmer, through Feb. 22. Lisa Victoria Gallery. 616 Royal St., (504) 315-0850; www.lisavictoriagallery.com — Mixed media group exhibition, ongoing. M. Francis Gallery. 1938 Burgundy St., (504) 931-1915; www. mfrancisgallery.com — Acrylic on canvas by Myesha, ongoing. Michalopoulos Gallery. 617 Bienville St., (504) 558-0505; www. michalopoulos.com — “Down and Dirty,” paintings by James Michalopoulos, ongoing. Morrison. 1507 Magazine St., (504) 451-3303; www.morrisonsculpture.com — Sculpture and drawings by Thomas Randolph Morrison, ongoing. New Orleans Public Library, Robert E. Smith Branch. 6301 Canal Blvd., (504) 596-2638; www.nutrias. org — “Winter Quilt Exhibition at Smith Library,” quilts made by Lakeview Shepherd Center seniors, through Friday. New Orleans Public Library, Rosa Keller Branch. 4300 S. Broad St., (504) 596-2675; www.nutrias.org — “The Three Dimensions of a Complete Life,” photography by Richard Keller and Frank Relle, through February. Newcomb Art Gallery. Woldenberg Art Center, (504) 314-2406; www.newcombartgallery. tulane.edu — “Women, Art and Social Change: The Newcomb Pottery Enterprise,” largest presentation of Newcomb arts and crafts in nearly 30 years, through March 9. Rhino Contemporary Crafts Gallery. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., Second floor, (504) 523-7945; www. rhinocrafts.com — Contemporary crafts by Sean Dixson, Cathy Cooper-Stratton, Margo Manning, Nellrea Simpson and others, ongoing. Scott Edwards Photography Gallery. 2109 Decatur St., (504) 610-0581; www.scottedwardsgallery.com — “Da Parish: A Journey Through St. Bernard

Parish,” photography by Fridgeir Helgason, through April 5. Second Story Gallery. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 710-4506; www.thesecondstorygallery.com — “Traverser,” artwork by Karen Abboud, Maureen Krail and Belinda Tanno, through Saturday. Sheila Phipps Studio & Gallery. 8237 Oak St., (504) 596-6031 — Oil and acrylic portraits and abstracts, ongoing. Sibley Gallery. 3427 Magazine St., (504) 899-8182; www.sibleygallery.com — “Materia Humana,” paintings by Juan Francisco Adaro, through Friday. Staple Goods. 1340 St. Roch Ave., (504) 908-7331; www. postmedium.org/staplegoods — “Punditry,” paintings of media personalities by Cynthia Scott, through Sunday. Stella Jones Gallery. Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 132, (504) 568-9050; www.stellajonesgallery.com — “The Three Dimensions of a Complete Life,” Martin Luther King Jr. commemorative group art exhibition; “Trailblazers: 20th Century Works on Paper,” radical art by black artists; both through Friday. Three Rivers Gallery. 333 E. Boston St., (985) 892-2811; www. threeriversgallery.com — “Tonal Expressions,” group exhibition of paintings, drawings, photography, sculptures and jewelry, through Feb. 4. Tulane University, Carroll Gallery. Woldenberg Art Center, (504) 314-2228; www.carrollgallery.tulane.edu — “A Tribute to Sandy Chism,” art exhibition by friends, colleagues, students and mentors of Sandy Chism, through Friday. UNO-St. Claude Gallery. 2429 St. Claude Ave., (504) 2806493; www.finearts.uno.edu — “Keep it Up,” thesis exhibition by Vanessa Centeno; “Chubby Crimson Bottoms,” thesis exhibition by Peter Hoffman; both through Sunday. Whisnant Galleries. 343 Royal St., (504) 524-9766; www.whisnantgalleries.com — Ethnic, religious and antique art, sculpture, textile and porcelain, ongoing.

SPARE SPACES Bonjour Lingerie. 4214 Magazine St., (504) 309-8014; www. facebook.com/bonjournola — Mixed media black light art by Mario Ortiz, ongoing.

www.artscouncilofneworleans. org — “Art Gumbo,” group exhibition from Louisiana artists, through Feb. 12.

488-5488; www.longuevue. com — “Simply Silver,” exhibition of three centuries of silver, through April.

Hey! Cafe. 4332 Magazine St., (504) 891-8682; www.heycafe.biz — Cartoons from Feast Yer Eyes magazine, ongoing.

Louisiana State Museum Cabildo. 701 Chartres St., (504) 5686968; www.lsm.crt.state.la.us — “Images and Instruments: Medical History,” artifacts and images of 19th and 20th century medical equipment, ongoing.

La Divina Gelateria. 621 St. Peter St., (504) 302-2692; www.ladivinagelateria.com — Art and photographs by Thom Bennett, Mary Moring and Rita Posselt, ongoing. Old Florida Project. between Florida Avenue, Mazant Street, Gallier Street and North Dorgenois Street — #ProjectBe features tributes, remembrances and social statements spray painted in the long blighted Florida project by local artist and Gambit 40 Under 40 honoree Brandan “B-Mike” Odums, ongoing. Top Drawer Antiques. 4310 Magazine St., (504) 897-1004; www.topdrawerantiques.net — Mixed media black light art by Mario Ortiz, ongoing.

CALL FOR ARTISTS Fourth Annual Loving Festival. The festival seeks original artwork about race, racism and the multiracial experience. Visit charitablefilmnetwork.submittable.com for details. Deadline April 13.

MUSEUMS Ashe Cultural Arts Center. 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac.org — “16th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Art Exhibit,” art by professionals and students about the civil rights hero; “The African Presence in Mexico: From Yanga to the Present,” National Museum of Mexican Art pieces about the contributions of Africans to Mexican culture; both through February. Contemporary Arts Center. 900 Camp St., (504) 528-3800; www. cacno.org — “Cinema Reset,” video group exhibition, through Sunday. “SubMERGE,” art by Lee Deigaard, through Feb. 20. Gallier House Museum. 1132 Royal St., (504) 525-5661; www. hgghh.org — “Amazing Croatia,” photography by Marko Vrdoljak, through Feb. 24.

The Country Club. 634 Louisa St., (504) 945-0742; www.thecountryclubneworleans.com — “All Amzie All the Time,” group exhibition of art celebrating Amzie Adams, ongoing.

Historic New Orleans Collection. 533 Royal St., (504) 5234662; www.hnoc.org — “Occupy New Orleans! Voices from the Civil War,” collection of items conveying New Orleanians’ feelings during the Civil War, through March 9. “Civil War Battlefields and National Parks,” photography by A. J. Meek, through April 5.

The Exchange Center. 935 Gravier St., (504) 523-1465;

Longue Vue House and Gardens. 7 Bamboo Road, (504)

Louisiana State Museum Presbytere. 751 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm.crt. state.la.us — “They Call Me Baby Doll: A Carnival Tradition,” an exhibit about the Baby Dolls, and other black women’s Carnival groups, through Friday. “It’s Carnival Time in Louisiana,” Carnival artifacts, costumes, jewelry and other items; “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond”; both ongoing. Madame John’s Legacy. 632 Dumaine St., (504) 568-6968; www.crt.state.la.us — “The Palm, the Pine and the Cypress: Newcomb College Pottery of New Orleans,” ongoing. National World War II Museum. 945 Magazine St., (504) 527-6012; www.nationalww2museum.org — “We Can...We Will...We Must!,” allied propaganda posters of WWII, through Feb. 16. New Orleans Museum of Art. City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — “Cities of Ys,” art by Camille Henrot, through Feb. 23. Ogden Museum of Southern Art. 925 Camp St., (504) 5399600; www.ogdenmuseum. org — Works by Walter Inglis Anderson from the museum’s permanent collection; an exhibition of southern regionalists from the museum’s permanent collection; paintings by Will Henry Stevens; all ongoing. Old U.S. Mint. 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 568-6993; www.crt.state.la.us/ museum/properties/usmint — “Visions of Excellence,” group exhibition of award-winning photojournalism from around the world, through February. The Saratoga. 212 Loyola Ave.; www.moviehousenola. com — “Moviehouse NOLA,” multimedia exhibition about historic New Orleans movie theaters, through Feb. 9. Southeastern Architectural Archive. Tulane University, Jones Hall, 6801 Freret St., (504) 865-5699; seaa.tulane. edu — “Bellocq & Beyond,” architectural photography collection, through Feb. 20. Williams Research Center. Historic New Orleans Collection, 410 Chartres St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org — “Daguerreotypes to Digital: A Presentation of Photographic Processes,” historical photography from 1840 to present, through March 29.

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Barrister’s Gallery. 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 525-2767; www.barristersgallery.com — “How are Things?” art by Jen Maloney; “Southern Settings,” art by Keith Duncan; both through Saturday.

Catalyst Gallery of Art. 5207 Magazine St., (504) 220-7756; www.catalystgalleryofart. com — Group exhibition of New Orleans-inspired art, ongoing.

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Golda’s Balcony. Le Petit Theatre, 616 St. Peter St., (504) 522-2081; www.lepetittheatre. com — Golda Meir (Clare Moncrief) goes from poor Russian girl to school teacher in America to Israel’s fourth Prime Minister. Tickets start at $30. 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. Marilyn: Forever Blonde. Joy Theater, 1200 Canal St., (504) 528-9569; www.thejoytheater. com — In this Greg Thompson musical directed by Stephanie Shine, Sunny Thompson plays 1962 Marilyn Monroe, a threetime divorcee living alone in Hollywood. Tickets start at $32. 7:30 p.m. WednesdayThursday, 8 p.m. Friday, 3 p.m. & 8 p.m. Saturday. Mascherarsi. Eiffel Society, 2040 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-2951; www.eiffelsociety. com — A contessa, a gondolier and a maid are in a love triangle in this rock opera inspired by classical literature and music. Dinner and show $65. 7 p.m. Saturday. A Moon for the Misbegotten. Irish House, 1432 St. Charles Ave., (504) 595-6755; www. theirishhouseneworleans. com — Eugene O’Neill’s play follows an Irish dad (Tony Bentley) playing matchmaker. Admission $15. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, 8 p.m. Monday. Murder at Cafe Noir. Teatro Wego!, 177 Sala Ave., Westwego, (504) 885-2000; www.jpas. org — The audience decides what detective Rick Archer does next in this 1940sthemed crime drama. Tickets $30. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. The Totalitarians. Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse St., (504) 488-1460; www.midcitytheatre.com — Kenneth Prestininzi directs Peter Sinn Nachtrieb’s play about politicians, starring Judith Hawking, Jessica Podewell, Leon Contavesprie and Ben Carbo. Tickets $40. 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday.

BURLESQUE, CABARET & VARIETY Beach Blanket Burlesque. Tiki Tolteca, 301 N. Peters St., (504) 267-4406; www. facebook.com/tikitolteca — GoGo McGregor hosts a free burlesque show. 9 p.m. Wednesday. Bits & Jiggles. Siberia, 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855 — The show mixes comedy and burlesque. Free admission. 9 p.m. Monday. Burlesque Ballroom. Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta Hotel, 300 Bourbon St., (504) 553-2299; www.sonesta. com — Trixie Minx stars in the weekly burlesque show featuring the music of Romy Kaye and the Brent Walsh Jazz Trio. Call (504) 553-2331 for details. 11:50 p.m. Friday. The Snow Queen. Marigny Opera House, 725 St. Ferdinand St., (504) 948-9998; www.marignyoperahouse.org — The Mudlark Puppeteers put on a large scale puppet show based on Hans Christian Andersen’s tale of a girl overcoming adversity during her travels and encounters. Tickets $30. 7 p.m. Thursday-Sunday. The Victory Belles: Spirit of America. National World War II Museum, Stage Door Canteen, 945 Magazine St., (504) 528-1944; www.stagedoorcanteen.org — The Victory Belles perform patriotic tunes from the American canon and from the songbooks of George M. Cohan and Irving Berlin. Food from Chef John Besh’s American Sector is provided. Brunch show $55. 11:45 a.m. Wednesday.

AUDITIONS Crescent City Sound Chorus. Delgado Community College, Isaac Delgado Hall, Drama Hall, third floor, (504) 6166066; www.dcc.edu — The Crescent City Sound Chorus, a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, holds auditions for its chorale. For details,

visit www.crescentcitysound. com. 7 p.m. Monday.

COMEDY Accessible Comedy. Buffa’s Lounge, 1001 Esplanade Ave., (504) 949-0038; www.buffaslounge.com — J. Alfred Potter and Jonah Bascle do stand-up shows on a rotating basis. 11:55 p.m. Friday. Allstar Comedy Revue. House of Blues Voodoo Garden, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues.com — Leon Blanda hosts the standup comedy show with special guests and a band. Free admission. 8 p.m. Thursday. Comedy Beast. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 828 S. Peters St., (504) 522-9653; www.thehowlinwolf. com — The New Movement presents a stand-up comedy showcase. Free admission. 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Comedy Catastrophe. Lost Love Lounge, 2529 Dauphine St., (504) 944-0099; www. lostlovelounge.com — Cassidy Henehan hosts the weekly comedy showcase. Free admission. 9 p.m. Tuesday. Comedy Gumbeaux. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 828 S. Peters St., (504) 522-9653; www.thehowlinwolf. com — Local comedians perform, and amateurs take the stage in the open-mic portion. 8 p.m. Thursday. Comedy Sportz. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www.nolacomedy. com — The theater hosts an all-ages improv comedy show. 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday. Friday Night Laughs. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www.nolacomedy.com — Jackie Jenkins Jr. hosts an open-mic. 10 p.m. Friday. Give ’Em The Light Open-Mic. House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues.com — Leon Blanda hosts the showcase. Sign-up 7:30 p.m., show 8 p.m. Tuesday. Johnny Rock. C. Beever’s Bar of Music, 2507 N. Woodlawn Ave., Metairie, (504) 887-9401; www.cbeevers.com — Johnny Rock hosts an open-mic comedy night. 8 p.m. Tuesday. Jonah & Kevin, Yeah. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www.nolacomedy.com — Jonah and Kevin perform stand-up, sketch and musical comedy. Admission $5. 9:30 p.m. Friday. Laugh & Sip. The Wine Bistro, 1011 Gravier St.; www.facebook.com/TheWineBistroNO — Mark Caesar and DJ Cousin Cav host the weekly showcase of local comedians. Call (504) 606-6408 for details. Tickets $7. 8 p.m. Thursday. Lights Up. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St., (504) 302-8264; www.tnmcomedy. com — The theater showcases

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new improv troupes. Tickets $5. 9 p.m. Thursday. The Megaphone Show. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St., (504) 302-8264; www. tnmcomedy.com — Each show features a guest sharing favorite true stories, the details of which inspire improv comedy. Tickets $8. 10:30 p.m. Saturday. NOLA Comedy Hour Open Mic & Showcase. Hi-Ho Lounge, 2239 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-4446; www.hiholounge. net — Andrew Polk hosts the open-mic series that features a booked showcase. Free

Ralphie May. The Civic Theatre, 510 O’Keefe Ave., (504) 272-0865; www.civicnola. com — The comedian and television writer performs standup. 8 p.m. Saturday.

Sketchy Characters. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www.nolacomedy.com — The Sketchy Characters perform sketch comedy. Visit www. sketchycharacters.net for details. 9:30 p.m. Saturday.

Sit-Down Stand-Up. Prytania Bar, 3445 Prytania St., (504) 891-5773; www.prytaniabar. com — Jonah Bascle hosts the stand-up comedy show presented by Accessible Comedy. Free admission. 8:30 p.m. Monday.

Think You’re Funny? Comedy Showcase. Carrollton Station, 8140 Willow St., (504) 865-9190; www.carrolltonstation.com — The weekly openmic comedy showcase is open to all comics. Sign-up 8 p.m., show 9 p.m. Wednesday.

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Thunder cracks and a woman enters a seemingly abandoned hotel lobby decorated with old pictures and dusty furniture. She is carrying two suitcases and stops to survey the place. After taking a deep breath, she drops her suitcases, walks to the lobby desk and pulls a small lamp’s cord. She picks up a gold phone and gives a room number. As the hotel concierge, she has all the answers — all except who she really is. Presented by the St. Francisville Transitory Theatre at The Elm Theatre, La Concierge Solitaire is a fast-paced comedy with dark undertones. The show debuted at the 2011 New Orleans Fringe Festival, and this revamped version also stars Cecile Monteyne as all the show’s characters, including hotel staff and clientele, all rendered richly fascinating. Written by Matthew Morris and Andrew Farrier and directed by Farrier, the show’s story focuses on the concierge, who sees all and knows all about the hotel. We learn little about her, not even a full name, but through her we see much, if she is to be believed. She reveals that the hotel is in financial trouble and there is prostitution going on. Monteyne is a comedic force who seamlessly transforms from the hotel owner’s extravagant and out-of-touch wife to an explorer just returned from an archaeological dig in Mexico. In one moment, she’s a French actress, and in the next a maid from New Jersey. The characters have conversations with each other, and Monteyne fills the stage with life and energy. With a raised eyebrow here and some linguistic flourishes there, she carries the one-person show brilliantly. Many characters seem frantic but the concierge is always subdued. While she is loyal to the hotel, her demeanor at times seems grounded in fear. Though the mystery is entertaining, it’s hard to understand the concierge without knowing more about her. She’s isolated and perhaps fills some of that void with fabrications, but at times the ruse risks losing its strongest character. The concierge’s wild imagination and Monteyne’s hilarious characterizations of hotel guests make the short visit well worth the trip. — TYLER GILLESPIE

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EVENTS TUESDAY 28 Adult Spelling Bee. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib. la.us — Adults participate in a spelling bee. 7 p.m. Celiac Sprue Association/ Greater New Orleans Meeting. East Jefferson General Hospital, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, (504) 454-4000; www. ejgh.org — The association meets and celebrates its 20th anniversary in the Esplanade 3 room of the hospital. 7 p.m.

Figure Drawing Class. Forstall Art Supplies, 3135 Calhoun St., (504) 866-4278; www.forstallartsupply.com — Call to register for the figure drawing class. Admission $10. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. It’s All About the Music BIke Ride. Congo Square, Louis Armstrong Park, North Rampart and St. Ann streets — As part of NOLA Social Ride, bicyclists cruise around the city, stopping a few times along the way to enjoy free live music. More information is available at www.facebook.com/groups/ nolasocialride. 6 p.m. Reggae Night. The Other Place, 1224 St. Bernard Ave., (504) 943-7502 — DJ Kush Master spins reggae, there’s food from Coco Hut and there are cultural vendors. Free admission. 8 p.m. WYES Wine and Coffee Pairing Dinners. Chefs at restaurants in New Orleans, on the Northshore and in Baton Rouge create multi-course dinners using Community Coffee in at least one of their dishes. Bus service is available for an additional $10 per person, and a portion of the

WEDNESDAY 29 Barbershop Meetings. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac.org — Peter Nahkid leads the men’s discussion of entrepreneurship, family, love, dreams and more. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Basic Drawing with Reachel Mayeur. Forstall Art Supplies, 3135 Calhoun St., (504) 8664278; www.forstallartsupply. com — Artist Reachel Mayeur teaches a six-week series of basic drawing classes. Supplies are included in registration fee. Call to register. Covington Farmers Market. Covington City Hall, 609 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 892-1873 — The market offers fresh locally produced foods every week. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Project 1399 BIble Study. Thompson United Methodist, 1023 St. Roch Ave., (504) 327-9274 — The Bible study is independent and non-denominational. Visit www. project1399.com for details. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market. Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market, Sala Avenue at Fourth Street, Westwego — The market offers organic produce, baked goods, jewelry, art, live music and pony rides. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.

THURSDAY 30 Art on the Rocks at W New Orleans. W Hotel New Orleans, 333 Poydras St., (504) 525-9444; www.wneworleans. com — Artists in residence showcase and sometimes demonstrate their work and there’s a DJ, drink specials and giveaways of lodging at W Hotels across the country. Visit www.wneworleans.com/

Business Plan Writing Series. Jane O’Brien Chatelain West Bank Regional Library, 2751 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 364-2660; www.jplibrary.net — Operation Hope hosts a series of free 90-minute classes about different aspects of creating business plans. The series culminates with a graduation. 7 p.m. Marketplace at Armstrong Park. Armstrong Park, 701 N. Rampart St., (504) 658-3200; www.pufap.org — The weekly market features fresh produce, baked goods, Louisiana seafood, handmade beauty products, art, crafts and entertainment. Visit www.icdnola. org for details. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. NOLA TimeBanking, DyverseCity Etsy Training. DyverseCity, 3932 Fourth St., (504) 439-4530 — Attendees can set up TimeBank accounts, learn how to run Etsy shops or get computer coaching. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous. Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, 3900 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-3431 — Group members help each other utilize the 12-step method to recover from compulsive eating. For details, contact Sarah at (504) 458-9965. 7 p.m. Sistahs Making a Change. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac. org — Women of all levels of expertise are invited to dance, discuss and dine together at this health-centered event. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

FRIDAY 31 Friday Nights at NOMA. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — The four-part weekly event includes an art activity, live music, a film and a food demo. 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Old Algiers Harvest Fresh Market. Old Algiers Harvest Fresh Market, 922 Teche St. — Produce, seafood and more are available for purchase. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

SATURDAY 1 Acrylic Painting. Forstall Art Supplies, 3135 Calhoun St., (504) 866-4278; www.forstallartsupply.com — Artist Charisse Celino teaches a six-week series of acrylic painting classes. Supplies are included in the registration fee. Call to register. Crescent City Farmers Market. Magazine Street Market, Magazine and Girod streets, (504) 861-5898; www.marketumbrella.org — The weekly market features fresh produce, flowers and food. 8 a.m. to noon. German Coast Farmers Market. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River

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Crescent City Farmers Market. Tulane University Square, 200 Broadway St. — The weekly market features fresh produce, kettle corn, Green Plate specials and flowers. Visit www.crescentcityfarmersmarket.org for details. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

proceeds benefits WYES. Visit www.wyes.org for menus and reservation instructions. Dinner $85, including tax and tip. 7 p.m.

artontherocks for details. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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EVENT LISTINGS Road, Destrehan — The market features a wide range of fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers and other items. Visit www. germancoastfarmersmarket. org for details. 8 a.m. to noon. Gretna Farmers Market. Gretna Farmers Market, Huey P. Long Avenue, between Third and Fourth streets, Gretna, (504) 362-8661 — The weekly rain-or-shine market features more than 30 vendors offering a wide range of fruits, vegetables, meats and flowers. Free admission. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Grow Dat Farm Stand. Grow Dat Youth Farm, 150 Zachary Taylor Drive, (504) 377-8395; www.growdatyouthfarm.org — Grow Dat Youth Farm sells its produce. 9 a.m. to noon.

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Hounds & Hops Humane Society Fundraiser. Camp Bow Wow, 2731 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 891-3647; www.campbowwow.com — Patrons drop their dogs off at Camp Bow Wow for baths, blueberry facials, football-themed bandanas and swag bags before going to NOLA Brewing for a free raffle and pint of beer at NOLA Brewing. Say “hounds and hops” when calling for reservations. Each dog $45. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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Intro to Painting. Forstall Art Supplies, 3135 Calhoun St., (504) 866-4278; www. forstallartsupply.com — Artist Charisse Celino teaches a sixweek series of basic painting classes. Supplies are included in the registration fee. Call to register. New Orleans Kitten Bowl & Tailgate Party. Jefferson Feed, Pet & Garden Center, 4421 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson, (504) 733-8572; www.jefffeed.com — There’s free food, adoptable cats and kittens for $30 and displays of cat-theltics. Visit www.neworleanskittenbowl. com for details. Proceeds benefit the Jefferson SPCA. Free admission. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Newcomb Pottery Symposium. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, Freeman Auditorium, (504) 314-2200; www.tulane.edu — Speakers discuss Newcomb pottery and pottery’s place in arts and crafts movement. Individual presentations and a reception follow. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. Bernard Seafood & Farmers Market. Aycock Barn, 409 Aycock St., Arabi, (504) 3554442; www.visitstbernard. com — The market showcases fresh seafood, local produce, jams and preserves, baked goods, crafts, live entertainment, children’s activities and more. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pilates. Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden,

New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — The museum holds Pilates classes. Call (504) 456-5000 for details. Free for NOMA and East Jefferson Wellness Center members, $5 general admission. 8 a.m.

SUNDAY 2

Another Life Foundation Volunteers. Another Life Foundation seeks volunteers recovering from mental illness to help mentor others battling depression and suicidal behaviors. Free training provided. For details, contact Stephanie Green at (888) 543-3480, anotherlifefoundation@hotmail. com or visit www.anotherlifefoundation.org.

Swing Dance Lesson With Amy & Chance. d.b.a., 618 Frenchmen St., (504) 942-3731; www. dbabars.com/dbano — The bar and music venue offers free swing dance lessons. 4:30 p.m.

Bayou Rebirth Wetlands Education. Bayou Rebirth seeks volunteers for wetlands planting projects, nursery maintenance and other duties. Visit www.bayourebirth.org for details.

MONDAY 3

Big Brothers Big Sisters Volunteers. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Louisiana, 2626 Canal St., Suite 203, (504) 309-7304; www.bbbssela. org — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Louisiana needs volunteers to serve as mentors. A volunteer meets two to three times a month with his or her Little Brother or Sister. You can play games, watch movies, bake cookies, play sports or plan any other outings you both would enjoy. Call for information.

Sistahs Making a Change. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac. org — Women of all levels of expertise are invited to dance, discuss and dine together at this health-centered event. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tai Chi/Chi Kung. New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — Terry Rappold presents the class in the museum’s art galleries. Call (504) 456-5000 for details. Free for NOMA and East Jefferson General Hospital Wellness Center members, $5 general admission. 6 p.m. Twerk & Werk Bounce Dance Class with Dwight & William. Passion Dance Center, 2619 Dreux Ave., (504) 284-3955; www.passiondancecenter.com — Bounce dancers Dwight and William, who have performed with Big Freedia and Walt Wiggady, teach a bounce dance class. Contact Tamika at (504) 376-3069 or tamika@ passiondancecenter.com for details and to sign up. Class $10, $5 with college ID, first class free. 8 p.m.

SPORTS

Pelicans. New Orleans Arena, 1501 Girod St., (504) 587-3663; www.neworleansarena.com — The New Orleans Pelicans play the Chicago Bulls 7 p.m. Saturday and the the San Antonio Spurs. 7

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American Cancer Society. American Cancer Society, 2605 River Road, Westwego, (504) 833-4024; www.cancer.org — The American Cancer Society needs volunteers for upcoming events and to facilitate patient service programs. Opportunities are available with Relay for Life, Look Good … Feel Better, Hope Lodge, Man to Man, Road to Recovery, Hope Gala and more. Call for information.

Bilingual Evacuteers. Puentes New Orleans and Evacuteer seek bilingual volunteers to assist the Spanish-speaking population with mandatory evacuations in New Orleans during hurricane season. Email Luis Behrhorst at luis@ puentesno.org for details. CASA New Orleans. The organization seeks volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates to represent abused and neglected children in New Orleans. The time commitment is a minimum of 10 hours per month. No special skills are required; thorough training and support is provided. Call Brian Opert at (504) 522-1962 ext. 213 or email info@casaneworleans.org for details. Crescent City Farmers Market. CCFM and marketumbrella.org seek volunteers to field shoppers’ questions, assist seniors, help with monthly children’s activities and more. Call (504) 495-1459 or email latifia@marketumbrella.org for details. Dress for Success New Orleans. The professional women’s shop seeks volunteers to assist clients with shopping, manage inventory and share expertise. Call (504) 891-4337 or email neworleans@dressforsuccess.org to register. Each One Save One. Greater New Orleans’ largest one-onone mentoring program seeks volunteer mentors. Visit www. eachonesaveone.org for details. Edgar Degas Foundation. The nonprofit seeks volunteers to contribute to the development

EVENT LISTINGS of the foundation. Call (504) 821-5009 or email info@degashouse.com for details. Girls on the Run. Girls on the Run seeks running buddies, assistant coaches, committee members and race day volunteers. Email info@gotrnola. org to register. Visit www. gotrnola.org for details about the program. Green Light New Orleans. The group that provides free energy-efficient lightbulbs seeks volunteers to help install the bulbs in homes. Call (504) 324-2429 or email green@ greenlightneworleans.org to apply. Visit www.greenlightneworleans.org for details. HandsOn New Orleans. The volunteer center for the Greater New Orleans area invites prospective volunteers to learn about opportunities available, how to sign up for service projects and tips on being a good volunteer. Call (504) 304-2275, email volunteer@handsonneworleans.org or visit www.handsonneworleans.org for details. Hospice Volunteers. Harmony Hospice, 519 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8111 — Harmony Hospice seeks volunteers to offer companionship to patients through reading, playing cards and other activities. Call Carla Fisher at (504) 832-8111 for details.

Lakeview Civic Improvement Association. The association’s green space committee needs volunteers for the adopt-ablock program to pick up trash or trim trees. Sign up with Russ Barranco at (504) 4829598 or rpbarranco@cox.net. Louisiana SPCA Volunteers. The Louisiana SPCA seeks volunteers to work with the animals and help with special events, education and more. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old and complete a volunteer orientation to work directly with animals. Visit www.la-spca.org/ volunteer to sign up. Meal Delivery Volunteers. Jefferson Council on Aging seeks volunteers to deliver meals to homebound adults. Gas/mileage expenses will be reimbursed. Call Gail at (504) 888-5880 for details. National World War II Museum. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 527-6012; www.nationalww2museum.org — The museum accepts applications

NOLA Wise. The program by Global Green in partnership with the City of New Orleans and the Department of Energy that helps homeowners make their homes more energy efficient seeks volunteers. All volunteers must attend a 30-minute orientation. Email mrowand@globalgreen. org for details. Operation REACH Volunteers. Operation REACH and Gulfsouth Youth Action Corps seek college student volunteers to help provide recreation and education opportunities to New Orleans-area inner-city youth and their families. For information, visit www.thegyac.org or www.operationreach.org. Public School Volunteers. New Orleans Outreach seeks volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise as part of the ARMS-Outreach after-school program. Volunteers are needed in the arts, academics, technology, recreation and life skills. Email jenny@nooutreach.org or call (504) 654-1060 for information. Senior Companion Volunteers. New Orleans Council on Aging, Annex Conference Room, 2475 Canal St., (504) 821-4121; www. nocoa.org — The council seeks volunteers to assist with personal and other daily tasks to help seniors live independently. Teen Suicide Prevention. The Teen Suicide Prevention Program seeks volunteers to help teach middle- and upper-school New Orleans students. Call (504) 831-8475 for details. Touro Infirmary. Touro Infirmary, 1401 Foucher St., (504) 897-7011; www.touro.com — The hospital is currently in need of adult volunteers to assist in a variety of assignments, including the chemo infusion center, information desks, family surgery lounge and book cart. For information, call Volunteer Services or email denise.chetta@touro.com.

WORDS Carolyn Kolb. Milton H. Latter Memorial Library, 5120 St. Charles Ave., (504) 596-2625; www.nutrias.org — The author reads and signs New Orleans Memories: One Writer’s City. 7 p.m. Wednesday. Friends of the New Orleans Public Library Book Sale. Latter Library Carriage House, 5120 St. Charles Ave., (504) 596-2625; www.nutrias.org —

The group hosts twice-weekly sales of books, DVDs, books on tape, LPs and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Janet Moulton. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib. la.us — The author reads from and signs The Headless Palm. 7 p.m. Monday. Local Writers’ Group. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 455-5135 — The weekly group discusses and critiques fellow members’ writing. Google “Realms of Fiction” for more information. 7:30 p.m. Monday. Marty Mule. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — The author discusses and signs Game Changers: The Rousing Legacy of Louisiana Sports. 7 p.m. Wednesday. Open Mic. Drum Sands Publishing and Books, 7301 Downman Road, (504) 247-6519; www.drumsandspublishing. com — The bookstore and publishing house hosts an open mic for writers of all genres. 7 p.m. Wednesday. Poets of Color. St. Anna’s Episcopal Church, 1313 Esplanade Ave., (504) 947-2121; www.stannanola.org — Poets participate in a writing circle. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday. Story Time with Miss Maureen. Maple Street Book Shop, 7529 Maple St., (504) 866-4916; www.maplestreetbookshop. com — The bookstore hosts a children’s book reading. 11:30 a.m. Saturday. Tao Poetry. Neutral Ground Coffeehouse, 5110 Danneel St., (504) 891-3381; www.neutralground.org — The coffeehouse hosts a weekly poetry reading. 9 p.m. Wednesday. The Well: A Women’s Poetry Circle. St. Anna’s Episcopal Church, 1313 Esplanade Ave., (504) 947-2121; www.stannanola.org — The group for writers of all levels meets at 2 p.m. Monday. Call (504) 655-5489 or email fleurdeholly@gmail.com for details.

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CIVIL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS

Tracy L. Clark, believed to be living in Jefferson Parish on or about September 29, 2012 her heirs, or anyone knowing her whereabouts please contact Geralyn Garvey (504) 838-0191.

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SUCCESSION OF MARJORIE BREARD CONNOR

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INTERDICTION OF LOUIS A. LOUVIERE, JR.

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NO: 2013-11532 DIV. A SUCCESSION OF ISAIAH JACKSON, SR. AND AUDREY LIGGANS JACKSON

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY

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24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF JEFFERSON

NOTICE is hereby given that Roger Smith duly appointed Curator for the interdict Louis A. Louviere, Jr. has made application to the Court for authority to sell the following immovable property at private sale, to-wit: TWO CERTAIN LOTS OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, advantages and appurtenances thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the State of Louisiana, Parish of Jefferson in that part thereof known as Highway Park, designated as Lots 9 and 10 of Square 17, which square is bounded by Iowa Avenue, 42nd Street, Kansas Avenue and 43rd Street as shown on survey by J.J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., dated March 26, 1977, revised May 24, 1977, revised September 13, 1977, a copy of which is annexed to an act passed before Edmond G. Miranne, Jr., N.P. dated February 28, 1978, and according thereto the said lots adjoin each other and measure together 50 feet front on Iowa Avenue, the same width in the rear by a depth of 127.50 feet between equal and parallel lines. Said Lot No. 9 lies nearer to and commences at a distance of 200 feet from the corner of Iowa Avenue and 43rd Street. All in accordance with survey by Improvements thereon bear the Municipal Number 4228 Iowa Avenue, Kenner, Louisiana.

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Being the same property acquired by the Louis A. Louviere, Jr. herein from the vendee herein by act before Mary Ann Meyer, dated on the 3rd day of July, 2001, registered in COB 3055, folio 642.

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4428 Iowa Avenue, Kenner Louisiana. Any creditors of the interdict who oppose the sale must do so within seven (7) days of the last date of publication issued. After seven (7) days from the last publication the court may issue an order authorizing the sale of the property for the price and sum of One Hundred Fifty Eight Thousand and No/100 ($158,000.00) all cash to seller, at private sale. Attorney: IRVY E. COSSÉ, JR. #4424 COSSÉ & COSSÉ, L.L.C. Address: 1130 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA. 70130 Telephone: (504) 588-9500 Gambit: 1/28/14 & 2/18/14 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of a certain Promissory Note payable to CAPITAL ONE, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, executed by MELISSA M. MULVIHILL AND JASON J. MULVIHILL, and dated June 2, 2007, in the principal sum of $ 55,099.00, bearing interest at the rate of 7.54% percent from date until paid, and providing reasonable attorney fees, and all charges associated with the collection of same, please contact Herschel C. Adcock, Jr., Attorney at Law, at P.O. Box 87379, Baton Rouge, LA 708798379, (225) 756-0373. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of a certain Promissory Note payable to HIBERNIA NATIONAL BANK, executed by ANDERSON BROOKS, SR., and dated July 6, 2004, in the principal sum of $70,099.00, bearing interest at the rate of 6.650% percent from dated until paid, and providing reasonable attorney fees, and all charges associated with the collection of same, please contact Herschel C. Adcock, Jr., Attorney at Law, at P.O. Box 87379, Baton Rouge, LA 708798379, (225) 756-0373

STATE OF LOUISIANA

Notice is hereby given that Jeannette Perque Broussard, the Administratrix of the Succession of Clerfa Lucien Perque has petitioned this Honorable Court for authority to sell all of the succession’s right, title and interest in and to the following described immovable and movable property in accordance with the provisions of Articles 3191 and 3281 of the Code of Civil Procedure: All of the succession’s right, title and interest in and to the following described immovable property, to wit: A CERTAIN PIECE OR PORTION OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as LOMONACO SUBDIVISION, in SQUARE #3 thereof, which said Square is bounded to Sam Scanio, and an unnamed street, and according to a plan of survey made by Alvin E. Hotard, CE&S, dated March 10, 1947, which plan is registered in the office of the Clerk of Court of the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, said piece or portion of ground is designated as LOT NO, 1, which said lot has a width of Fifty (50’) feet front on Oak Street, the same width in the rear, by a depth of Eighty and 93/100 (80.93’) feet along the line of Division Road and a depth of Eighty and 98/100 (80.98’) feet along the line separating it from Lot No. 2. Lot No. 1 forms the corner of Oak Street and the Division Road. Municipal Number: 501 Oak Street, Marrero, Louisiana 70072. Being the same property acquired by Inez Guillot, wife of/and Clerfa Perque form Adeline Ordoyne, wife of/and Oneal Joseph Trosclair, by act passed before Lazard Levy, Notary Public, dated February 21, 1958, registered in COB 442, folio 274, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana. The proposed sale shall be subject to the price, terms and conditions as set forth in the purchase agreement and agreement to purchase, copies of which are filed in these proceedings. Any heir or creditor who opposes the proposed sale must file his or her opposition within seven (7) days from the date on which the last publication of this notice appears. Attorney: George Pivach, II (10798) Address: 8311 Highway 23, Ste. 104 P.O. Box 7125 Belle Chasse, LA 70037 Telephone: (504) 394-1870 Facsimile: (504) 393-2553 email: firm@pivachlaw.com Gambit: 1/28/14 & 2/18/14 Anyone having any information concerning the whereabouts of KEITH WARD please contact the Loyola Law Clinic at (504) 861-5599. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Andrel Michelle Jackson please contact the Law Offices of Rudy Gorrell (504) 5539588 1215 Prytania St., Ste. 223 New Orleans, LA 70130. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Anita Demps and Dell Demps please contact Atty. A. Griffin at 504-473-7347. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Anne Louise Robinson please contact Justin A. Reese Atty, 2216 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, (504) 525-1500. ANYONE KNOWING THE WHEREABOUTS OF THE GEORGE J. AIVOLASITI PLEASE CONTACT IRVING SHNAIDER (504)4846416.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE WHEREAS the Co-Administrators of the above Estate have made application to the Court for the sale, at private sale, of the decedent’s interest in the immovable property hereinafter described, to wit: THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR PORTION OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the PARISH OF JEFFERSON, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as WILOWDALE SUBDIVISION, SECTION 9, formerly part of Elmwood Lafreniere Plantation, in SQUARE NO. 9, bounded by Arlene and Elizabeth Streets, the southern and northern lines of Willowdale Subdivision, Section 9, designated as LOT NO. 862, all as shown on survey by the Jefferson Parish Council under Ord. No. 5828, adopted December 6, 1962, registered in COB 563, commences at a distance of 740 feet from the corner of Arlene and Elizabeth Streets and measures thence 60 feet front on Arlene Street, by a depth on the sideline nearer to Elizabeth Street of 105 feet, a width in the rear of 61.15 feet and a depth on the opposite sideline of 105 feet, all as more fully shown on survey by Gilbert, Kelly & Couturie, dated June 12. 1999. Improvements thereon bear the Municipal No. 5704 Arlene Street, Metairie, Louisiana 70003. Being the same property acquired by Vendor herein by act dated June 17, 1999, registered in COB 3011, Folio 164, records of the Clerk of Court for the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana. UPON THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS, TO-WIT: (a) JAN CONNOR WASHINGTON shall assume the entire remaining indebtedness on said property, which is $143,129.34. (b) JAN CONNOR WASHINGTON shall cause the Succession to be removed from any and all liability on the loan and mortgage encumbering said property. (c) JAN CONNOR WASHINGTON shall assume all closing costs for the sale and refinancing of the property which are the responsibility of the purchaser. The succession will bear none of those costs. (d) “As is,” “Where Is.” With Waiver of Redhibition. Notice is hereby given to all parties whom it may concern, including the heirs and creditors of the decedent herein, and of this estate, that they are hereby ordered to make any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the order or judgment authorizing, approving and homologating such application and that such order or judgment may be issued after the expiration of seven (7) days from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law. Dale N. Atkins, Clerk Of Court Attorney: Ralph R. Alexis, III Address: 704 Carondelet St., New Orleans, LA 70130 Telephone: (504) 581-3838 Gambit: 1/7/14 & 1/28/14 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of GASTON MONTIEL MONTIEL AND NATALIE M. GREWE DE MONTIEL please contact J. Benjamin Avin Atty, 2216 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, (504) 525-1500. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Deidra A. Magee please contact Justin A. Reese Atty, 2216 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, (504) 525-1500.

STATE OF LOUISIANA

NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN that DEIDRA EVANS, executrix of the Succession of ISAIAH JACKSON, SR. and AUDREY LIGGANS JACKSON, is applying for authority to sell at private sale, on terms of $5,100.00 cash, an item of movable property owned by the Succession of ISAIAH JACKSON, SR. and AUDREY LIGGANS JACKSON described below. One (1) 2004 LE Toyota Camry VIN No. 4T1BE32K84U874486. An order authorizing her to do so may be issued after seven days from the date of publication of this notice. An opposition to the application may be filed at any time prior to the issuance of such an order. By Order of the Court, Dale N. Atkins, Clerk of Court for the Parish of Orleans Attorney: Brad P. Scott Offner, Scott & Inzina, APLC Address: Two Lakeway 3850 N. Causeway Blvd., Ste. 1130 Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone: (504) 264-1057 Gambit: 1/28/14

STATE OF LOUISIANA

SUCCESSION OF JAMES COX The Administrator for the Succession of James Cox, No. 2011-3170, Division C, Section 10, Civil District Court, Parish of Orleans, has filed a “Petition for Private Sale of Immovable Property” and a “Table of Homologation” in said matter. Notice is hereby given to all creditors and all other interested parties of this estate, to show cause within seven (7) days from the publication of this notice if they have or can show cause why the “Petition for Private Sale of Immovable Property” should not be granted and approved and/or why the “Table of Homologation” should not be granted, approved and homologated and the funds distributed in accordance therewith. Attorney: L. Gerome Smith Address: 2640 Amelia St., New Orleans, LA 70115 Telephone: (504) 891-3323 Gambit: 1/7/14 & 1/28/14 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of the succession representative or heirs of William L. Green contact Carl V Williams, Esq at 504.586.9177. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Francine Dixon Wolfe, or any of her heirs, please contact Attorney, Vincent B. LoCoco at (504) 483-2332. Property rights are involved relative to 611 Deslonde Street, New Orleans, Louisiana.

TWENTY FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO.: 684-669 DIV. C SUCCESSION OF HOWARD CHARLES Notice is hereby given to all creditors of this Estate and to all other persons herein interested to show cause within seven (7) days from the date of this notice or from the mailing of notice required by La C.C.P. Art 3304 why the Tableau of Distribution of this Estate should not be approved and homologated, and show cause within ten (10) days from the date of this Final Account should not be approved and homologated, all as requested by the Administrator of this Succession, and the funds distrubuted in accordance therewith. Attorney: William H. Daume LA Bar# 4565 Address: 116 Terry Pkwy, Ste. E Terrytown, Louisiana 70056 Telephone: (504) 366-1219 Gambit: 1/28/14 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Sonnie R. Victor please contact Atty. A. Griffin at 504-473-7347.

IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR HANCOCK COUNTY (Juvenile Division) IN THE MATTER OF CAUSE NO. JVJV001017 * J.C.M., A. Minor

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ORIGINAL NOTICE

TO “RUSSELL” AND ALL PUTATIVE FATHERS OF A CHILD BORN ON THE 30th DAY OF DECEMBER, 2013, IN DES MOINES, POLK COUNTY, IOWA: YOU ARE NOTIFIED that on January 9, 2014, there was filed in the office of the Clerk of Court for Hancock County, a Petition in Case No. JVJV001017, which prays for the termination of your parent-child relationship to a child born on the 30th day of December, 2013. For further details contact the Clerk’s office. The Petitioner’s attorney is Brian D. Jones, Siegrist & Jones, P.C., whose address is 94 Main Ave. North, Britt, IA, and whose telephone number is (641) 843-4451. You are notified that there will be a Hearing on the Petition to Terminate Parental Rights before the Iowa District Court for Hancock County, at the Courthouse in Garner, Iowa at 1:00 o’clock P.M. on the 11th day of February, 2014. You are further notified that the above case has been filed in a county that utilizes electronic filing. You are further notified that unless prior to said Hearing you serve, and within a reasonable time thereafter file, a written Appearance, Motion, or Answer in the Iowa District Court for Hancock County, at the County Courthouse in Garner, Iowa, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Petition. Please see Iowa Court Rules Chapter 16 for information on electronic filing and Iowa Court Rules Chapter 16, division VI regarding the protection of personal information in court filings. You have the right to court appointed counsel pursuant to Iowa Code §600A.6A if you are indigent. NOTE: The Attorney who is expected to represent you should be properly advised by you of the service of this Notice.

STATE OF IOWA JUDICIARY

Case No. JVJV001017 County

Hancock

THIS CASE HAS BEEN FILED IN A COUNTY THAT USES ELECTRONIC FILING. Therefore, unless the attached Petition and Original Notice contains a hearing date for your appearance, or unless you obtain an exemption from the court, you must file your Appearance and Answer electronically. You must register through the Iowa Judicial Branch website at http://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/Efile and obtain a log in and password for the purposes of filing and viewing documents on your case and of receiving service and notices from the court. FOR GENERAL RULES AND INFORMATION ON ELECTRONIC FILING, REFER TO THE IOWA COURT RULES CHAPTER 16 PERTAINING TO THE USE OF THE ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: http://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/Efile FOR COURT RULES ON PROTECTION OF PERSONAL PRIVACY IN COURT FILINGS, REFER TO DIVISION VI OF IOWA COURT RULES CHAPTER 16: http://www.iowacourts.state.ia.us/Efile

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NEW ORLEANS

JOB GURU

Dear New Orleans Job Guru, “I recently met somebody at a party who is in Pharmaceutical Sales. It seemed like she really liked her job and was making good money. I’d really like to get into it, but I don’t know where to start. What can you tell me?” — Evelynne W., Gretna, LA

Dear Evelynne, Congratulations, Evelynne! Meeting someone at a party and talking with them about what they do for a living falls precisely under the umbrella of networking, which is exactly what you need to do to in order to advance your career. The important follow-up to your conversation should have been to ask her for her card or contact information Grant Cooper and ask her if she would consider having lunch to learn more about her field. If you can find a way to seek her out now, it’s still not too late. It is generally advisable when networking to not directly ask for a job, but rather to establish a relationship, seek out advice, and show a genuine interest in the contact, including any ways that you may be able to help her. As I have mentioned in previous columns, pharmaceutical companies almost universally require an bachelor’s degree, and although they prefer a degree in the Sciences, they may consider candidates with other degrees who have a demonstrated interest in the medical field. Most large pharmaceutical firms conduct recruiting at university job fairs. For those who have been out of college for some time, it will take intensive networking to land an interview. Fortunately for you, referrals from current employees is the other recruitment tool routinely used by pharmaceutical firms to identify candidates. In any event, you will need to find ways to enhance your background to make a case that you are an ideal candidate in order to land an interview. In addition to having a college degree, as well as showing some connection to the medical community, since Pharmaceutical Sales Reps are in the business of selling, having a background and previous success in outside sales is considered an essential qualification of the job. Many of my clients who are successful pharmaceutical sales professionals took jobs in entry-level outside sales (telecom, copiers, insurance, etc.) just in order to get a year’s worth of experience before they applied to a medical sales position. If you can’t locate the person you met at the party, consider asking your friends and relatives if they know someone who is a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative. You can also conduct online research through LinkedIn to find someone who can give you the “inside scoop” on the business.

The National Association of Pharmaceutical Representatives (NAPRx®) is a trade association for pharmaceutical sales reps who work in the pharmaceutical industry. NAPRx® provides CNPR® Certification to candidates who wish to compete for a pharmaceutical sales career. Go to www.napsronline.org. New Orleans Job Guru is New Orleans native Grant Cooper. President of Strategic Résumés®, Grant has ranked in the Top 2% of 340 LinkedIn National Résumé Writing Experts worldwide, and has assisted the U.S. Air Force, Kinko’s, the Louisiana Dept. of Labor, the City of New Orleans, NFL/NBA players & coaches, as well as universities, regional banks, celebrities, and major corporations.

Send your questions to New Orleans Job Guru at: grant@resupro.com or 504-891-7222

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Call Antione Enterprises

214-859-2036 Need 3 salesmen immediately!! AGENTS & SALES

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WALA FOX 10 is looking for a Regional Digital AE. Qualifications and contact info listed on: www.fox10tv.com EOE.

DRIVERS

Hiring 10 LP drivers immediately. Class A w/tank, Hazmat, TWIC card.1 yr. trac./Trailer exp. Required La., Tx, Ms., Ala. Free Medical! Many Bonuses! Apply @ themartincompanies.com, or call 1-888-380-5516

FARM LABOR TEMPORARY FARM LABOR

Round Pond Farm, Helena, AR, has 6 positions cotton & oilseed crops; 3 mo. experience required for job duties listed; must be able to obtain driver’s license within 30 days; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $9.87/ hr; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 2/21/14 – 11/15/14. Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order 759162 or call 225-342-2917.

TEMPORARY FARM LABOR

Salem Operating JV, Inez, TX, has 12 positions rice & irrigation; 3 mo. experience required for job duties listed; must be able to obtain driver’s license within 30 days; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.18/ hr; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 2/15/14 – 12/1/14. Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order TX3208181 or call 225-342-2917.

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST

Medical practice seeks individual with exceptional customer service and multi-tasking skills. Must be a team player, have great work ethic and be computer literate. This is a demanding position for someone who enjoys staying busy. Education required - high school diploma or GED. Competitive salary & benefits offered. Send resume & cover letter to: jobopportunity18@cox.net

MODELING/ACTING PROMOTIONAL MODELS/ BRAND AMBASSADORS

Hiring promo models and brand ambassadors in the New Orleans area to represent major beer, wine and spirits brands. Prompt payment and direct deposit is available. Work based on your availability. On-going consistent work available. www.Elevate-Your-Event.com Jobs@Elevate-Your-Event.com To Advertise in

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MUSIC/MUSICIANS Louisiana Red Hot Records

Bookkeeper/Executive Asst., PT/FT, $20-45K Email resume to: louisianaredhotrecords@gmail.com

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Cafe Adelaide, part of the Commader’s Family of Restaurants, seeks waitstaff, cooks, & food runners. Apply at the restaurant at 300 Poydras St. 2-5 p.m. daily. FREE BENEFITS for full time team members after 90 days of employment. Uniform is supplied and laundered. Call (504) 595-3305.

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Cafe Adelaide, part of the Commander’s Family of Restaurants, seeks cooks and back of house workers. Apply at the restaurant at 300 Poydras St., Loews Hotel 2-5 p.m. daily. FREEE BENEFITS for full time team members after 90 days of employment. Uniform is supplied and laundered. (504) 595-3305.

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SECURITY OFFICERS COURT SECURITY OFFICER

The Louisiana Supreme Court, located in the French Quarter, seeks candidate with a minimum of three years law enforcement experience for a career security position for our evening shift. Requirements for the job are current P.O.S.T. certification from an accredited Louisiana Law Enforcement Agency, strong investigative and report writing skills. Candidate should be proficient in word processing, e-mail and familiar with the use of security computer systems and equipment. Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary. Professional demeanor a must. Must be able to pass physical training requirements, background check, and skill testing. Salary $31,500. Excellent benefits, including paid parking. E-mail resume to hr@lajao.org. Please referenced Job #CSO1 in all correspondence. Applications will be accepted until position filled. EOE/M/F/V/D.

KITCHEN COOK

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Part or full time cook wanted. Will train. Please call Sara or Andrew at Kyoto (504) 891-3644.

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Full and/or Part -Time. Will train. Please call Sara or Andrew at Kyoto (504) 891-3644.

Miyako Sushi Bar & Hibachi

Now Hiring: Host/Hostess & Servers. Apply in person, 11-2:30pm or 5-9pm, 1403 St. Charles Ave., NOLA

TEACHERS/INSTRUCTORS GYMNASTICS COACH NEEDED

Empire Gymnastics is currently looking for preschool and developmental coaches. Gymnastics experience is not required but preferred. All of our classes start at 4, so it’s a perfect evening job opportunity for college students looking to make some money for the year. Job starts ASAP. Please call the gym director, Greg. Serious inquiries only. www.empiregymnastics.net, (504) 734-0644 or epireacademy@bellsouth.net.

Offers Volunteer Opportunities. Make a difference in the lives of the terminally ill & their families. Services include: friendly visits to patients & their families, provide rest time to caretaker, bereavement & office assistance. School service hours avail. Call Volunteer Coordinator @ 504-818-2723 #3006 To Advertise in

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Are you an energetic and service oriented food and beverage professional looking for a new and exciting opportunity? We have the following openings available:

COOK III, SECOND COOK, SERVER, F&B OPERATIONS MANAGER

Activism

If you are interested in any of these positions, please email your resume to Ja’net Torrance at ja’net.torrance@renaissancehotels.com Marriott is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.

EEO/M/F/V/D/AA

to Protect Our Civil Liberties Pay $1,300 - $2,200/month Work with Grassroots Campaigns, Inc. on behalf of the ACLU to fight for voting rights, and fight discrimination. Full-time/Career Full time/Part time positions available

Call Sam at

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Are you a service oriented food and beverage professional looking for a new opportunity at a top New Orleans restaurant?

We have the following openings available: Dining Room Attendant In Room Dining Server

If you are interested in any of these positions, please email your resume to Ja’net Torrance at ja’net.torrance@renaissancehotels.com

Marriott is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.

EEO/M/F/V/D/AA

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Here are a couple of pointers that may help you to break into pharmaceutical sales: • Volunteer during weekends or evenings at a medical facility or clinic… then add that experience to your résumé. • The next time you have a check-up from your physician, ask politely if he/she can refer you to a drug rep. • Retool your résumé to illustrate the qualities pharmaceutical companies are looking for in a candidate. • Read pharmaceutical industry magazines and articles on the web so you will be familiar with their terminology. • Consider getting your CNPR® Certification. While this alone will not guarantee that you will be hired, it could make all the difference in attracting interviews and opportunities. Here is the information on obtaining this certification:

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MARDI GRAS

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895-7969

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Mon-Wed: 11am-6pm Thurs-Fri: 11am-7pm Sat: 10am-6pm

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3001-3003 ROYAL ST. • BYWATER

3527 Ridgelake Dr., Metairie. Office Space Metairie Luxury Great Location Approx 1,350 usable sq.ft.

New Construction Ready Spring of 2014 Each 1620 square foot condo has 3 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths, offstreet parking and private courtyard. Gourmet Kitchen, wood ﬂoors, large walk in closets

Contact 504-382-7718 for more information

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2nd floor of 2 story office building. Parking, efficiency kitchen, storage room, mens and womens restrooms, reception area, conference rooms, private office.

Available immediately. 1 year lease $1,700/mo. (504) 957-2360.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

GENTILLY 6 APTS - GENTILLY BLVD

Near Dillard Univ. Always rented! Rents $3,220 per month. $289,000. For more info call Owner/Agent, 504838-8745

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LARGE 1 BR. Walking dist. to everything needed! 1/2 Blk to Whole Foods, Lakeside Mall & Restaurants. Very Nice! $950/mo., utilities included. Call (504) 669-5711.

1205 ST CHARLES/$1095

Fully Furn’d studio/effy/secure bldg/ gtd pkg/pool/gym/wifi/laundry/3 mo. min. No pets. Avail Now! Call 504442-0573 or 985-871-4324.

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2630 AMELIA ST.

1 living rm, 2 br, 2 ba, furn kit, cen a/h, half double, not shotgun. Wood floors, ceiling fans, $750. Call 8913323.

ALGIERS POINT

4618 ANNUNCIATION ST.

HISTORIC ALGIERS POINT

Near shopping, 2 br, 1 ba, 1/2 dbl, hdwd flrs, furn kit, w/d, a/c&h, fenced front, side & back yd, shed, off st prkg, external security lightning. $1175 • 615-9478.

High end 1-4BR. Near ferry, clean, many x-tras, hrdwd flrs, cen a/h, no dogs, no sec 8, some O/S prkng $750-$1200/mo. 504-362-7487

4916 DANNEEL

LAKEVIEW/LAKESHORE 6217 Catina Street

1/2 Dble in quiet, safe neighborhood. 2Br/1Ba furn kit w/all appliances, w/d, cent air & heat, sec. alarm, ceil fans, Ceramic tile, carpet. Garage. Water Paid. $1250/mo. 1 Year Lse. Call 504-400-9345.

MID CITY 402 S. HENNESSEY ST.

Newly remodeled w/ 3 private br, 1 ba, furn. kit, w/d connections, cent air/heat, $1150/mo + $1150 deposit. Tenant pays electricity & water. NO PETS. Call (504) 296-1300.

4402 CANAL ST

Approx. 1000 sq ft.. Upper 1 or 2 BR/1BA w/lots of natural light, hdwd flrs, ceiling fans, hi ceils,. Completely renovated. New wiring, Central A&H. Refrigerator, w&d. Lg closets + generous storage. On streetcar line. $1200/ mo. 1 year lease. Small pets negot. (504) 931-7844

513 S. CORTEZ ST

1/2 shotgun double, 2 BR, living room, furn kit, fans, window units, wood floors, w/d hkups, small yard. $800/mo. Owner/Agent 504-450-7676.

1321 Coliseum St. $450,000

Close to Univ. Lg Lower, 1st flr. 2BR + study, complete ba, kit, din area, CA&H, all appl, gated, drvwy, yd, off st pkg, sec. $950/mo. Perfect for prof’s. (504) 813-8186 or (504) 274-8075.

8134 SPRUCE RENTAL

Exc. loc. near Palmer Park! Light-filled 3 BR/1BA, hi ceils, hdwd flrs, ample closets, full Kit w DW, MW & W/D, lg, Liv/Din area, plus Bkfst rm. Cen A/H, Off-st park, Close to Streetcar. Nonsmoking. $1600/mo, 504-481-1804.

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ROOMS BY WEEK. Private bath. All utilities included. $175/week. 2 BR avail. Call (504) 202-0381 or (504) 738-2492.

FOR RENT/OTHER PARKING SPACE

Park your vehicle. or park your RV 1 blk from streetcar line. Mid City area. 10 minutes from CBD & Fr, Qtr. Call (504) 488-4609 To Advertise in

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Binx is an 8-year-old, neutered, DLH with sparkling blue eyes. He’s a Ragdoll mix and displays the typical, wonderful, personality of a Ragdoll—he’s a legrubbing lap kitty. To meet Binx or any of the other wonderful pets at the LA/ SPCA, come to 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), 10-4, Mon.-Sat. & 12-4 Sun. or call 368-5191. To look for a lost pet come to the Louisiana SPCA, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), Mon-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 12-5 or call 368-5191 or visit www.la-spca.org.

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TANK Kennel #A21691158

Tank is a 4-year-old, neutered, Chihuahua mix. He’s a bit shy around new friends and would do best in a home without small children. Tank will require TLC during his complimentary heartworm treatment. To meet Tank or any of the other wonderful pets at the LA/SPCA, come to 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), 10-4, Mon.-Sat. & 12-4 Sun. or call 368-5191.

TLC PET SITTING BY CATHY Insured, Dependable, Reasonable! Many services provided. Call (504) 338-2446

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John Schaff CRS More than just a Realtor! (c) 504.343.6683 (o) 504.895.4663

thank you to all of my clients for making 2013 another banner year!

• 1430 Jackson ............... $2,350,000 • 231 Friedrichs ............ $1,380,000 • 912 Dumaine ............ $1,200,000 • 1750 St. Charles ....... $1,055,000 • 1602 Carrollton ............ $845,000 • 3638-40 Magazine ........ $600,000 • 825 Lafayette #3 ............ $580,000 • 760 Magazine #Ph .......... $575,000

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• 801 St. Joseph #9 ......... $455,000 • 719 Ninth ...................... $415,000 • 14 Pinehurst ................. $405,000 • 1750 St. Charles #630 .... $381,925 • 14 Fairway Oaks ............ $380,000 • 905 Aline ..................... $371,000 • 536 Soniat ..................... $335,000 • 4900 St. Charles #4B ... $325,000

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1750 St. Charles #Ph-D $239,000 Penthouse with great views of beautiful courtyard & city. Large living area & Master bedroom w/great walk-in closet. St Charles Avenue most premier address. State of the art fitness center, rooftop terrace w/views of the city.

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• 1750 St. Charles #502 .... $315,000 • 1750 St. Charles #229 .... $305,000 • 1750 St. Charles #428 ..... $300,000 • 2100 St. Charles #2D ..... $298,000 • 1225 Chartre #1 ............. $260,000 • 1025 Leontine ................ $245,000 • 760 Magazine #111 ....... $233,300 • 1750 St. Charles #442 ..... $221,000

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6728 Bellaire $499,000 Beautifully renovated in 2007. Wonderful for entertaining!! Natural cork floors, chef’s kitchen w/Viking stovetop & double ovens. Beautiful backyard w/large in-ground pool. Currently 3 BR, could easily be converted to 4 BR.

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Anyone knowing the whereabouts of a certain Promissory Note payable to WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL LOUISIANA, INC., executed by Ronald Joseph Hebert, Jr. and Andrea Daigrepont Hebert, and dated July 20, 2004, in the principal sum of $84,182.15, bearing interest at the rate of 9.14% percent from dated until paid, and providing reasonable attorney fees, and all charges associated with the collection of same. Please contact Herschel C. Adcock, Jr., Attorney at Law, at P.O. Box 87379, Baton Rouge, LA 708798379, (225) 756-0373. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of a certain Promissory Note payable to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., executed by Joan M. Flot, and dated July 9, 1999, in the principal sum of $42,250.00, bearing interest at the rate of 11.75% percent from dated until paid, and providing reasonable attorney fees, and all charges associated with the collection of same. Please contact Herschel C. Adcock, Jr., Attorney at Law, at P.O. Box 87379, Baton Rouge, LA 708798379, (225) 756-0373.

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Poster features & PERSONALLY SIGNED by Pete Fountain. (504) 2518983 or Mike11hardy@yahoo.com

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& cheap trash hauling. Call (504) 292-0724

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Steering You In the Right Direction for over 40 Yrs! We match any color! We rent Pressure Washers, Spray Guns & Wall Paper Removers (Steamers). Free Delivery. M-F, 7a-6p, Sat, 8a-5p. Locations on Earhart, Canal, Magazine & Veterans

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IMPORTED AUTOS 2002 TOYOTA CAMRY LXE

Handmade & Heavy Duty Call Melvin at 504-228-9614 for a price.

Orig. owner, 4 door, automatic w/ leather interior. & leather seats. Champagne color. 74,000 miles, (3/4 on hwy). Good condition $5800 obo. Call (504) 377-8768

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Hip length. SIze 8. Excellent condition - perfect for Valentines Day! Best iffer. Call (504) 377-8768

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DOMESTIC AUTOS 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z51 2 LT Coupe 29,000 miles, excellent condition. Factory HUD and Kenwood Entertainment Unit added. Premium 18” front and 19” rear wheels. Price $31,257 For more info & to set up an appointment, contact 504-458-4741

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Comm & Res., General cleaning or detailed cleaning. Sanding, stripping, restoring all floors, carpets, upholstery, pressure washing & construction cleaning. (504) 415-3075

Home Improvement & Repair Specialists. Pre & Post Inspection Repairs. Storm shutters, gutters, siding/fascia, patio covers, concrete, plumbing, new roofs & repairs, tree trimming & removal. “We do what others don’t want to do!” Jeff, (504) 610-5181. jnich762@gmail.com

Vintage model 6J02; radio tubes intact. Chassis in good condition; mechanism needs some repair. jbcsj@bellsouth.net

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Join Elmwood Fitness Center today & receive 25% off initiation fee & a free personal training session!* Enjoy 4 convenient locations, 2 with 24-hour access. Join today! Call 504.733.1600 or visit ElmwoodFitness.com. *Offer expires 2/28/14

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Celebrating 28 years As a Realtor in New Orleans I am very appreciative for the opportunity to be of service to my clients.

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Since April 2005, Katie has sold a home every 4 days. That’s a well run business!

Delightful shotgun style condo in the heart of the Faubourg Marigny. This inviting two bedroom, one bathroom is located on the ground level, featuring cherry hardwood in the living, kitchen and bedrooms & tile in the bathroom. Central HVAC. Ceiling fans. Common washer and dryer located steps from your backdoor. The lush courtyard is picturesque.

Voted by Gambit readers as one of the top 3 Best Realtors in the Metro Area in 2013-2011

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Garden District 1820 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA. 70130

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Licensed in Louisiana for 35 years, building on a real estate heritage since 1905

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