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CONTENTS JANUARY 31 , 2017

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Legendary Shack Shakers WED. FEB. 1 | The lineup behind founder J.D. Wilkes has changed, but the Legendary Shack Shakers continue to fuse rockabilly, blues and Southern rock on releases like 2015’s The Southern Surreal. The band headlines a rockabilly showcase with The Brains, Delta Bombers and Dirty Rotten Snake in the Grass at 9 p.m. at Siberia.

Cirque du Soleil brings Toruk — The First Flight to New Orleans

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BY WILL COVIELLO

WED.-THU. FEB. 1-2 | The comedian returns to New Orleans (where he filmed Trumbo and dropped into several local shows in 2014) following a prolific 2016. He performs two shows at the Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.

IN JAMES CAMERON’S AVATAR,

22nd-century humans invade the lush ecosphere of the distant moon Pandora, seeking to extract a rare mineral necessary to sustain life back on Earth. The mission threatens to destroy the lives and home of the indigenous, blue-skinned Na’vi people, and a battle ensues, leaving emissaries from each side caught between the two species. Fans of the 2009 blockbuster film have to wait until the end of 2018 to see the first of several planned sequels Cameron is making with his Lightstorm Entertainment. In the meantime, Cirque du Soleil has occupied Cameron’s fantastical world with a vision of its own, an original story that predates Avatar by several thousand years. Toruk — The First Flight, named for a creature that appears in both stories, is at Smoothie King Center Feb. 1-5. Toruk follows two young Na’vi hunters, Ralu and Entu, on their quest to summon a fearsome creature to save their home in another time of danger. The adventure leads them and a female companion, Tsyal, through the wilds of Pandora, which are populated by exotic creatures, including the film’s viperwolves, turtapedes and austrapedes, brought to life as giant puppets. One flying creature requires six puppeteers to operate. Performers hang from aerial platforms, perform on assembled riggings on the massive set, fly giant kites and run through Pandora’s various terrains. Cirque du Soleil is known for creating its own mythical and exotic worlds, and filling them with acrobats, aerialists and clowning. Since its founders began to reimagine modern circus in Montreal in 1984, the company has created nearly 40 shows that tour the globe or are stationed in entertainment centers, such as Las Vegas. In recent years,

WED. FEB. 1 | One-half of the 30year one-liner that is Ween, Michael “Mickey” Melchiondo (aka Dean Ween) debuted as a solo artist with November’s pseudo-eponymous The Deaner Album (ATO), a station-surfing diarrheal wipeout that amounts to corrective Gene therapy. At 9 p.m. at Tipitina’s.

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tours of Quidam and Varekai have visited New Orleans. The partnership between Cameron (The Terminator, Titanic) and Cirque du Soleil is part of the company’s latest efforts to reach new audiences. “Thirty years ago, when Cirque (du Soleil) was by itself, it was unique, it was avant-garde,” says Toruk artistic director Fabrice Lemire, a former professional dancer in France and the U.S. “How you sustain that sense of being in the frontline of the times is by being creative. We are not giving you a more traditional Cirque production. We’re collaborating with someone who is challenging us to move in a different direction … so we’re not only depending on the skill set of the acrobats.” Toruk is designed as an arena spectacle incorporating plenty of video projection to create its colorful world. While Cirque has presented shows in arenas before — on raised stages — Toruk gives its performers the run of available floor space. The show also incorporates new technology and media. A

TORUK — THE FIRST FLIGHT

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downloadable app allows smartphone users to track the show’s action on a map of Pandora, adding details in a virtual extension of the show. In another departure from Cirque norms, the story has a narrator to guide audiences through the spectacle. “You look at the show more like a film,” Lemire says. “The script is accessible.” The Toruk story was created in Montreal and developed for an arena stage in Bossier City in late 2015. Following the conclusion of its current North American tour in March, it will tour in Southeast Asia.

THU. FEB. 2 | Issued on Inauguration Day, Future Politics (Domino), the third LP from Canadian electronic siren Katie Stelmanis, is an amalgamation of its two-word title: a crystal disco ball shattered and pieced back together in jagged, glittering shards. The Range and Shuvuuia open at 9 p.m. at Gasa Gasa.

Mike IX Williams benefit SAT. FEB. 4 | Eyehategod frontman Mike IX Williams underwent a successful liver transplant last year, and he’s expected to rejoin the band in April (Randy Blythe and Phil Anselmo had been filling in). At this benefit for Williams’ medical bills, Louisiana’s metal titans Thou perform with Quintron’s Weather Warlock, Mountain of Wizard and New Orleans punk bands Fat Stupid Ugly People and Dummy Dumpster. At 2 p.m. at Poor Boys.

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500,000

The estimated number of attendees at the Women’s March on Washington Jan. 21.

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WHILE THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE ORIGINALLY HAD EXPECTED 200,000 PEOPLE FOR THE MARCH, the number ended up being more than double that, according to several sources. This would put it among the largest marches on the U.S. Capitol, including the massive 1969 march to protest American involvement in Vietnam. More than 400 “sister marches” were held in other American cities, including New Orleans (pictured), which had an estimated 10,000 people marching from Washington Square Park in Faubourg Marigny to Duncan Plaza in front of New Orleans City Hall. State Sen. Karen Carter Peterson, state Rep. Helena Moreno, D-New Orleans, state Sen. J.P. Morrell, D-New Orleans, District A City Councilwoman Susan Guidry and District B Councilwoman LaToya Cantrell were among those in attendance. The Newcomb Art Museum is archiving some signs from the New Orleans march. To have yours considered, drop it at the museum’s front desk with your name and contact information on the back. — KEVIN ALLMAN & KAT STROMQUIST

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Metropolitan Human Services District will receive a

The National Calder Hebert, St. Martinville Police Automobile Dealers Association Chief, ignited a national

media firestorm after donated $50,000 to $3 million grant from telling reporters that the Emeril Lagasse the Substance Abuse Louisiana’s recent Foundation at the and Mental Health “Blue Lives Matter” law Services Administration association’s January — which adds police 2017 conference in for treatment services as a protected class New Orleans. The for prescription drug under the state’s hate association previously and opioid users over crime statute — means has supported Second the next three years. resisting arrest would be The legislatively created Harvest Food Bank, considered a hate crime. Lusher Charter School district oversees publicly funded, communi- and hurricane and flood Gov. John Bel Edwards’ spokesman Richard ty-based mental health relief efforts. Carbo clarified that care and substance Hebert’s reading of the abuse treatment. law was “not accurate.”

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Comment

On our cover story, “Home Sick,” about the proposed New Orleans rental registry: “Make the inspections free and fine failures that are not repaired within 60 days, with one time extension for cause or hardship, a huge fine. If the fine is not paid on time, then auction the property off for the lien.” — Real Estate Consultant

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and state Rep. Helena Moreno), Mayor Mitch Landrieu signed an executive order designed to address equal pay issues for women who are employees of the City of New Orleans. Landrieu’s order calls for a Civil Service Commission study to investigate gender disparity on its payrolls and bans questions about previous salary history during the interview and negotiation process for unclassified city positions, which do not have a pre-determined salary. In a press release following the signing, Landrieu cited a Tulane University study that found female employees in Orleans Parish are paid just 79 percent of the wages of their male counterparts, adding up to a $9,567 loss in income each year. He called the wage gap “unacceptable.” The next day, District D Councilman Jared Brossett took on the same issue when he introduced an ordinance to establish the Equal Pay Advisory Committee. According to a statement from Brossett’s office, the committee would advise the Council on the wage gap, poverty and wage discrimination. “Pay inequality isn’t just a women’s issue, it’s a family issue,” Brossett said.

4. City unveils sweep1. JAZZ FEST ANNOUNCES LINEUP

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Stevie Wonder (pictured), Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, Maroon 5, Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds, Kings of Leon, Harry Connick Jr., Usher and The Roots, Snoop Dogg, Lorde, Pitbull, Alabama Shakes, Nas, Wilco, Patti LaBelle and many others will perform at the 2017 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival at the New Orleans Fair Grounds. The annual festival is April 28-30 and May 4-7. Connick, Trey Anastasio Band, Nas with The Soul Rebels, Aaron Neville and Leon Bridges will perform on opening day, Friday, April 28. Maroon 5, Usher and The Roots, Alabama Shakes, Jonny Lang and Jon Batiste and Stay Human perform Saturday, April 29. Tom Petty, Lorde, Pitbull, George Benson and Dr. John close out the first weekend on Sunday, April 30. The lineup for Thursday, May 4 includes Widespread Panic, Darius Rucker, Corinne Bailey Rae, Tower of Power, and Herb Alpert and Lani Hall. There’s a tribute to Louis Armstrong featuring Hugh Masekela and Dr. Michael White. Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds, Earth, Wind and Fire, Wilco and Rhiannon Giddens are onstage Friday, May 5. Stevie Wonder, Snoop Dogg and Meghan Trainor perform Saturday, May 6. Closing the festival on Sunday, May 7 are Kings of Leon, Trombone Shorty, Patti LaBelle, The Meters, Buddy Guy and Maze featuring Frankie Beverly.

2. Quote of the week “The rising cost of Medicaid is why TOPS has been cut. The rising cost of Medicaid is why we can’t pay our teachers more. The rising cost of Medicaid is why the interstate is a parking lot in Baton Rouge. The rising cost of Medicaid

is a core reason the state is running deficits.” — U.S. Sen. John Neely Kennedy, blaming the seven-month-old Medicaid expansion program for many of Louisiana’s ills, including Red Stick traffic. Richard Carbo, communications director to Gov. John Bel Edwards, quipped that Kennedy was using “alterna-

tive facts” (see Commentary, p. 10).

3. City leaders tackle equal pay issues

In a Jan. 25 ceremony attended by pay equity advocates (including state Sen. Karen Carter Peterson

ing surveillance plan

Under a $40 million crimefighting plan unveiled last week by Mayor Mitch Landrieu and Gov. John Bel Edwards, the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) will monitor 200 cameras throughout several of the city’s more crime-riddled neighborhoods. In addition, bars will have to close their doors (but not stop serving customers) at 3 a.m. as a network of law enforcement officers aims to reduce pedestrian traffic. The plan adds cameras to 20 “hotspots” as well as license plate readers at more than 100 intersections. Part of Bourbon Street will go permanently pedestrian-only when the city finalizes a traffic plan, likely within four to six months. The French Quarter will have more lighting and a “team dedicated to sanitation.” The city also will seek to “improve the Jackson Square experience” and “review restrictions” on performers and artists and increase code enforcement efforts. Though the program largely is focused on the French Quar-

ter and Bourbon Street, the rules will apply citywide. City officials expect the plan to kick in later this year, but first it must pass through the New Orleans City Council. (Council members LaToya Cantrell, James Gray, Susan Guidry, Nadine Ramsey and Jason Williams spoke in support of the measure Jan. 23.) The plan could cost nearly $4 million a year, pulled from the city’s general fund, with more than $35 million in upfront costs for cameras, barricades and other resources to implement it.

5. Nonprofits: Prepare

to cough up for permits

Nonprofit organizations seeking waivers for festivals, parades, alcohol sales and other events will have to pay 50 percent of their permit costs in most cases going forward. The New Orleans City Council voted unanimously Jan. 26 to end its longstanding practice of waiving those fees, which city officials said have cost New Orleans more than $2 million over the last two years. Under several new ordinances, nonprofit groups will pay discounted rates for Fire Department inspections, special event alcohol permits, Department of Public Works permits at Mardi Gras, dumpster use, street closures and other permits and licenses. The ordinance does not apply to Mardi Gras Indian and social aid and pleasure club events.

Landrieu: Trump’s ‘sanctuary cities’ policy is ‘political theatrics’ As President Donald Trump signed executive orders to deny entry to immigrants and funding to so-called “sanctuary cities” he believes harbor people living in the country illegally, Mayor Mitch Landrieu argued New Orleans won’t be in danger of losing federal funds. Landrieu added that the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) “will not be coerced into joining Trump’s deportation army” via a deputized Homeland Security force. Trump’s administration also plans to publish, on a weekly basis, “a comprehensive list of criminal actions” allegedly committed by immigrants. “The NOPD is focused on arresting those who commit

7. The President and Peyton As first reported by Politico, New Orleans son Peyton Manning spoke to Republican Congress members in Philadelphia last week at a meeting attended by President Donald Trump and Vice-President Mike Pence. Manning has been a reliable donor to GOP candidates at the federal level over the years. In the last election cycle, he backed Jeb Bush to the maximum level ($2,700). Trump has boasted of his friendship with Manning, saying he backed the Denver Broncos in last year’s Super Bowl mostly due to the quarterback: “I very much have always liked Peyton Manning,” Trump told CBS’ Face the Nation last year. “He’s a very good guy. I know him. And he’s a very, very good guy.” In his interview with ABC News last week, Trump defended his controversial speech at the CIA Memorial Wall with more Peyton-isms: “I got a standing ovation,” the president said. “In fact, they said it was the biggest standing ovation since Peyton Manning had won the Super Bowl and they said it was equal.”

French Quarter Fest nabs Neville Aaron Neville will make his French Quarter Festival debut at this year’s event, which features a lineup of nearly 200 bands and artists at venues throughout the Vieux Carre. Neville will headline the fest’s open-

ing night on Thursday, April 6. Also making their debut in 2017 are Louisiana’s LeRoux, Gregory Agid, Cedric Watson and Bijou Creole, Tonya Boyd-Cannon, Valerie Sassyfras, Soul Brass Band, T’Monde and others, joining a lineup of classic New Orleans R&B artists and funk, brass, jazz, rap and rock artists. The 34th annual festival is free and runs April 6-9.

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violent crimes, not enforcing civil immigration laws,” Landrieu said in a statement. “Those who commit a crime will be arrested — political theatrics have no bearing on the serious work at hand.” Trump’s executive order is part of a broader immigration plan to build a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, end refugee entry into the U.S. and freeze immigration from several countries (several of which the U.S. has engaged in bombing campaigns). NOPD drafted its immigration policy with the approval of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials, according to Landrieu, who said ICE “never expressed any concern with the NOPD’s policy.” NOPD’s federal consent decree aims to prevent discriminatory policing behaviors, including immigration investigations, and was amended last year to coordinate with some ICE efforts. “Because of these rigorous reviews of the NOPD’s policy, we do not believe that President Trump’s executive order will endanger any federal funding and there will be no change in our policy,” Landrieu said.

9. Propaganda exhibit at National WWII Museum

A visiting exhibit at the National World War II Museum explores examples of propaganda during World War II. “State of Deception: The Power of Nazi Propaganda” is a traveling version of permanent modules created by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. It opened in New Orleans Jan. 27. Kimberly Guise, the National World War II Museum’s assistant director for curatorial services, hopes the exhibit will open a dialogue with visitors about what propaganda is and how to debunk it. “It’s always important for informed citizens to really think critically about all the information that is coming at us — in the digital age in particular, where there’s lots of information available to us at all times,” she says. The exhibit is on display through June 18.

10. Mythbusting GOP chair Villere: JBE ‘not welcome’

Louisiana Republican party chair Roger Villere, a Metairie businessman, issued a blistering statement last week debunking a wild rumor that Gov. John Bel Edwards might be considering a switch from Democrat to Republican. “For the record, John Bel Edwards would not be welcome to join the GOP,” Villere said in an emailed statement about an online story published by Louisiana Voice editor Tom Aswell. “Story is false, but has provided great comic relief! I have not spoken with Governor Edwards or anyone on his staff. Edwards, the former Democrat caucus leader, stands in opposition to the conservative principles of the Republican Party and just recently supported Hillary Clinton for President. As Governor, Edwards has proven to be a supporter of big government, higher taxes and cronyism. While we strive to have a big tent party, John Bel Edwards’ positions and beliefs are located on another hemisphere.” Edwards has never stated or even hinted that he was considering a party switch, but the rumor persisted — for a few days.

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COMMENTARY

Just the facts “You’re saying it’s a falsehood. And they’re giving — Sean Spicer, our press secretary, gave alternative facts.” — Kellyanne Conway, adviser to President Donald Trump, on NBC’s Meet the Press. “ALTERNATIVE FACTS” MAY SOUND LIKE SOMETHING COOKED UP BETWEEN GEORGE ORWELL AND STEPHEN COLBERT, but President Don-

ald Trump’s administration doubled down on them during his first few days in office. Conway coined the term “alternative facts” on Meet the Press the day after presidential press secretary Sean Spicer held a belligerent press conference during which he insisted “the media” miscounted and downplayed the number of people at Trump’s inauguration the day before. Spicer, Conway and Trump are entitled to their belief that the inauguration was the most beautiful in history, or the most historic, or any other superlative they might imagine. They are not, however, entitled to their own “facts” — which were contradicted by several objective criteria, including photographs of the National Mall, satellite images and ridership numbers from Washington D.C. public transit. Nevertheless, “alternative facts” continued all last week from Spicer, who said Jan. 24 that the new president received more electoral votes than any Republican since Ronald Reagan. Fact: George H.W. Bush received 426 electoral votes in 1988; Trump won 306. All this raises two questions: Why are we squabbling over such small, ego-driven matters in the face of our country’s challenges? And if the new White House spokesman came out of the gate with “facts”

Any assertions to the contrary aren’t ‘alternative facts’ — they’re falsehoods. so easily disproved, can he (and his bosses) be trusted to tell the truth about weightier matters? As veteran journalist Jay Rosen wrote later, the message from the White House was: “We are not bound by what you call facts. We have our own, and we will proceed to put them out regardless of what the evidence says. It’s not a problem for us if you stagger from the room in disbelief.” More than a few people compared Conway’s “alternative facts” coinage to the “newspeak” outlined by George Orwell in his brilliant

Kellyanne Conway may believe in “alternative facts,” but it doesn’t make them true. PHOTO BY GAGE SKIDMORE/ CREATIVE COMMONS

dystopian novel 1984. (Within three days of Conway’s statement, the 68-year-old book rose to No. 1 on the bestseller list on Amazon.com.) Despite what the White House intimated, facts are nonpartisan. Here are several: Fewer people attended the inauguration than the Women’s March on Washington a day later. Republicans hold majorities in both houses of Congress. The Louisiana coast is eroding. New Orleans flooded in 2005 because of breaches in the federal levees, not as a direct result of Hurricane Katrina. Shootings in New Orleans were way up in 2016 over the year before. Any assertions to the contrary aren’t “alternative facts” — they’re falsehoods. Journalists have a responsibility to report facts objectively. Citizens likewise have a responsibility to seek out and digest proven facts — even when they undermine or contradict their strongly held beliefs and/or biases. If the messages coming out of the White House in the early days of the Trump administration are any indication, journalists and citizens in the next four years will have to work extra hard to discern the truth and call out “alternative facts” for what they are — falsehoods.

CLANCY DUBOS

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Counting coup, for now

District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro (left) and Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s administration exchange barbs over funding and crime fighting strategies.

NEW ORLEANS DISTRICT ATTORNEY LEON CANNIZZARO’S BARNBURNING SPEECH TO THE METROPOLITAN CRIME COMMISSION

(MCC) last week reminded me of political battles from a bygone era, when then-DA Harry Connick regularly lambasted Criminal Court judges he deemed insufficiently pro-prosecution. Connick’s volleys were akin to picking on the Amish, inasmuch as judges cannot discuss pending cases. Cannizzaro, by contrast, has taken aim at politicians who can shoot back: Mayor Mitch Landrieu and New Orleans City Council members. The DA is upset City Hall adopted a 2017 budget that shorts his office $600,000 compared to last year. Several council members, including at-large Councilman Jason Williams and District A Councilwoman Susan Guidry, admit they cut Cannizzaro’s allocation because they don’t like some of his prosecutorial policies; they feel he focuses too much on minor drug offenses that overcrowd the local jail. The DA says if City Hall doesn’t want him prosecuting drug cases, it should tell cops to stop arresting people on drug charges. The DA is independently elected, so he doesn’t answer to the council or the mayor, at least not directly. The council does have the power of the purse, however, so those are the strings they’ve tightened. Lucky for them, Cannizzaro hasn’t responded in kind. He has the power to launch grand jury investigations. As one prosecutor bragged long ago, a DA can get a grand jury to indict a ham sandwich if he wants. Instead, Cannizzaro has taken to the bully pulpit, accusing City Hall of “ill-conceived” policy decisions that, “if left unchecked,

will destroy this city.” Cannizzaro may not be winning friends and influencing people at City Hall, but the MCC gave him a standing ovation. When the press took note, the political war was on. The hostilities erupted at the same time Landrieu announced a $40 million crime-fighting initiative that upgrades technology and adds take-home cop cars — but does not increase New Orleans Police Department manpower or give more money to Cannizzaro’s office. That chafed the DA. Landrieu’s office initially tried to dodge the fray, but that proved impossible. “This is clearly about politics, not about reducing crime,” Deputy Mayor Ryan Berni said. “The DA is upset that the council cut his budget, like many other departments. He also doesn’t like that the council is asking him tough questions about his policies that contribute to over-incarceration in our city.” Cannizzaro spokesman Chris Bowman responded, “If the mayor believes that aggressive prosecution of violent criminals leads to over-incarceration, then why is the city spending $40 million on a crime-fighting initiative that presumably will result in the arrest of more violent criminals?” So far, the fighting has amounted to little more than each side counting coup on the other. No serious blood has been drawn, but that could change. Citywide elections for mayor and council are set for October and November. Cannizzaro isn’t up for re-election until 2020, and Landrieu is termlimited. Most council members, on the other hand, will be running for something. Stay tuned.

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Hey Blake, Can you give me some background on John Kennedy Toole and his family?

Dear reader, The author best known for his Pulitzer Prize-winning work, A Confederacy of Dunces, was as enigmatic as many of his characters. John Kennedy Toole was born in New Orleans on Dec. 17, 1937. According to Cory MacLauchlin’s book Butterfly in the Typewriter, Toole’s father, John Dewey Toole Jr., was a Warren Easton High School graduate who served in the Army during World War I and later worked for a local car dealership. He died in 1972. Toole’s mother, Thelma Ducoing Toole, was a former teacher who gave private lessons in music and speech. By all accounts, she was eccentric and entertaining, much like her son’s characters, and exerted a strong influence throughout his life. Living Uptown, John Kennedy Toole attended McDonogh 14 and Alcee Fortier High School and was voted “most intelligent” by his classmates. By all indications he was a quiet, studious loner. After graduating at age 16, he wrote his first novel, The Neon Bible, which would not be published until 1989. Toole earned English degrees at Tulane and Columbia universities. He taught English at Hunter College in New York, the University of Southwestern Louisiana in Lafayette and St. Mary’s Dominican College in New Orleans. Toole began writing A Confederacy of Dunces while stationed in Puerto Rico with the Army. MacLauchlin quotes a letter Toole wrote home at the time: “I have never found writing to be so relaxing

John Kennedy Toole won a Pulitzer Prize for A Confederacy of Dunces, which was published posthumously. P H OTO C O U R T E S Y DA C A P O P R E S S

or tranquilizing, and I still like what I am working on. Quite a bit has been completed already. Some of it, I think is very funny.” Back in New Orleans in 1963, he began approaching publishers with the manuscript with no luck. Suffering from mental illness and years of rejection, Toole committed suicide in March 1969 at age 31. His mother began a quest to have her son’s manuscript published, eventually getting the work into the hands of author Walker Percy, who urged a friend at LSU Press to publish A Confederacy of Dunces. It was released in 1980 and won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction the next year. Thelma became a celebrity, even appearing on Tom Snyder’s Tomorrow show on NBC. Though she loved the spotlight, she always gave her “genius son” full credit, often saying, “I walk in the world for my son.” She died in 1984.

BLAKEVIEW THIS WEEK MARKS THE 90TH ANNIVERSARY OF A LOCAL LANDMARK: THE SAENGER THEATRE , which opened on Feb. 4, 1927. The theater at the

corner of Canal and Rampart streets was designed by architect Emile Weil as an “atmospheric theater,” with a starry ceiling, marble columns and statues reminding patrons of a 15th-century Italian courtyard. Though now home to touring Broadway shows and concerts, the Saenger was a movie theater for its first 50 years. When it became a home for musical theater in the 1970s, the Saenger welcomed stars such as Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Carol Channing, Yul Brynner and others. Musical acts including Prince, David Bowie, Diana Ross and Lena Horne have performed there. The theater was closed for eight years due to heavy damage from Hurricane Katrina and the levee failures. It reopened in 2013 after a $53 million restoration.

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Bennachin

1212 Royal St., (504) 522-1230 The menu includes Central and West African dishes. Domoda is a beef and ground peanut stew served over rice. Vegetarian jama jama ni makondo features sauteed spinach with fried plantains and coconut rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Nile Ethiopian Restaurant

2130 Magazine St., (504) 309-1872 Doro wot is a traditional Ethiopian stew of chicken cooked in red pepper sauce with spiced butter. Lamb kikil soup features lamb on the bone sauteed with Ethiopian spices and garlic. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

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Shrimp mac and cheese from Basin Seafood & Spirits.

New Orleans Marriott, 555 Canal St., (504) 553-5555; www.marriott.com The Angus burger is topped with smoked bacon and cheddar cheese and served with fries. The short rib French dip sandwich includes melted Swiss cheese, caramelized onions and is served with fries. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

The American Sector

945 Magazine St., (504) 528-1940; www.nationalww2museum.org/ american-sector Chicken fried steak is served with baked macaroni and cheese, greens, grits and gravy. Gulf shrimp are served over smoked Gouda grits with roasted tomatoes and tasso. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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THERE’S ALWAYS A NEW DISH OR RESTAURANT TO TRY IN NEW ORLEANS, and the variety may be better than

ever. Recent restaurant openings include chef Phillip Lopez’s Petit Lion in the Troubadour Hotel and Marjie’s Grill, a Mid-City barbecue spot inspired by Asian street cooking. At Maypop, chef Michael Gulotta takes a refined approach to Southeast Asian dishes. On the Northshore, Meribo combines Italian and Southern cooking in pizzas and pastas. In Uptown, Freret Beer Room built its menu around beer and food pairings. There’s information about those restaurants and many others in Gambit’s Winter Restaurant Guide. The guide is arranged by cuisine, and there’s everything from new barbecue places to pan-Asian cafes, classic steak and seafood houses, pizza parlors, neighborhood spots, sandwich shops, diners and fine dining restaurants. Listings include information on menu items, hours of operation, reservation policies and more.

PRICES Dollar signs indicate the average price of a dinner entree. $ = $1-$10 $$ = $11-$20 $$$ = $21+

INDEX African...............................15 American .........................15 Bar & Grill.........................16 Barbecue ........................22 Brewpub .........................25 Burgers ............................25 Cafe ...................................27 Cajun ................................ 34 Caribbean/Cuban ......36 Chinese ............................36 Coffee & Dessert ........37 Contemporary .............38 Creole ...............................45 Deli .....................................47 Diner................................. 50 Fondue..............................51 French ...............................51 Indian/Pakistani ..........52 Irish ....................................52 Italian ................................52

1200 Decatur St., (504) 300-1782; www.theamericansportssaloon.com The Ball Park BLT features smoked bacon, lettuce and tomato on Texas toast, and a fried egg or avocado are optional additions. The Southwest burger is topped with melted cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, jalapenos and avocado. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

Andy’s Bistro Japanese/Sushi ...........57 Juice Bar .........................58 Korean ..............................59 Latin American ............59 Louisiana Contemporary.......... 60 Mediterranean/Middle Eastern ......................... 64 Mexican............................65 Music & Food ................68 Neighborhood .............69 Pan-Asian .......................72 Pizza ..................................72 Sandwiches & Po-boys ....................76 Seafood ...........................78 Steakhouse ....................85 Tapas/Spanish .............85 Thai ................................... 86 Vietnamese................... 86

3322 N. Turnbull Drive, Metairie, (504) 455-7363; www.andysbistro.com The short rib flatbread is topped with Havarti and blue cheeses, horseradish and arugula. Pork shank is served with potato puree and cider slaw. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Bayou Market Buffet

Boomtown Casino New Orleans, 4132 Peters Road, Harvey, (504) 3667711; www.boomtownneworleans.com/ dining/bayou-market-buffet The dinner buffet features Southern favorites such as fried chicken, shrimp, oysters and more. At the brunch buffet, waffles are made to order. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Blue Tomato Restaurant and Cantina 4401 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson, (504) 734-3000 Teriyaki ginger-glazed salmon is served

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with Caribbean slaw and smothered green beans. The Blue Ribbon burger is a 12-ounce ground steak patty topped with smoked bacon, grilled jalapenos and melted Jack and cheddar cheeses on a toasted muffuletta bun. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Bobby Hebert’s Cajun Cannon

4101 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 324-6841; www.bobbyheberts.com Bobby & Deke’s Mardi Gras pasta features shrimp, crawfish tails, bell peppers and onions in Alfredo sauce. JoJo’s salad includes grilled shrimp, avocado, tomato, hearts of palm, Parmesan, mixed greens and balsamic vinaigrette. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Boston Restaurant 100 N.E. Central Ave., Amite, (985) 748-5555; www.bostonofamite.com The 30-ounce Stock Yards cowboy rib-eye is seasoned with the house spice blend and served with house-made steak butter. Blackened redfish is topped with crawfish and pepper Jack cream sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Boulevard American Bistro

4241 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 889-2301; www.boulevardbistro.com The pressed Cuban sandwich features braised pork belly, sliced ham, Jack cheese and bread and butter pickles on French bread and served with coleslaw. Slow-roasted prime rib au jus is served with a loaded baked potato. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Brewster’s

8751 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 309-7548; www.brewstersrestaurant.com The Brewster burger features a 10-ounce patty topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles and served with a choice of fries, a baked potato, jambalaya, chili, sweet potato fries, salad

or vegetables. Caesar salad includes sliced chicken breast over romaine lettuce, croutons, Caesar dressing and Parmesan. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Buffalo Wild Wings

Citywide; www.buffalowildwings.com Chicken wings are available with sauces such as Buffalo, Parmesan-garlic, bourbon honey-mustard, hot barbecue, Thai curry and others. Street tacos are small flour tortillas filled with garlicky grilled chicken, pico de gallo, cilantro and Southwestern ranch dressing. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

District: Donuts Sliders Brew

527 Harrison Ave., (504) 827-1152; 2209 Magazine St., (504) 570-6945; www.donutsandsliders. com; 5637 Magazine St., (504) 313-1316; www.districtcoffeebar.com Original doughnut flavors include whiskey-ginger, lemon-blackberry, strawberry cheesecake, pineapple, Irish coffee, brownie batter and others. Pork belly sliders feature Duroc pork, sprouts, red onions, radish, garlic-Creole mustard. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Down the Hatch

1921 Sophie Wright Place, (504) 522-0909; www. downthehatchnola.com Hell’s Kitchen wings are deep-fried, tossed in spicy sauce and served with blue cheese and celery. The Texan burger features a half-pound Black Angus patty, cheddar cheese, smoked bacon, caramelized onion and a fried egg on a sesame seed bun. Delivery available for dinner. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

GB’s Patio Bar & Grill

8117 Maple St., (504) 861-0067 The GB burger is an 8-ounce beef patty topped with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, bacon, jalapenos and barbecue sauce and served with a side. Atlantic salmon comes with steamed

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broccoli and salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Handsome Willy’s Cafe & Bar

218 S. Robertson St., (504) 525-0377; www.handsomewillyscafe.com The Flying Pig burrito is stuffed with ginger beer pulled pork, applewood-smoked bacon, house-made barbecue sauce, jalapenos, cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses and served with salsa and sour cream. The Dragon chicken sandwich features grilled chicken, pepper Jack cheese, Thai apricot sauce, lettuce, tomato and pickles. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, late-night Thu.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $

Hard Rock Cafe

125 Bourbon St., (504) 529-5617; www.hardrock.com/ cafes/new-orleans The honey-mustard grilled chicken sandwich is topped with smoked bacon, melted Jack cheese, Dijon mayonnaise, lettuce and tomatoes on a brioche roll. The Texan sandwich features either hickory-smoked pulled pork or chicken topped with chipotle barbecue sauce, Monterey Jack cheese, fried jalapenos and onions on toasted brioche. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Houston’s Restaurant

potatoes and cheese. Bacon-wrapped duck is stuffed with jalapenos and cream cheese and served with dipping sauce. Reservations accepted. Brunch, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Kayla’s Restaurant

3036 St. Claude Ave., (504) 949-3477 The Trinity burger features a patty combining house-ground beef, onion, celery and bell pepper. An order of four deep-fried chicken wings comes with a choice of sides, including Creole-seasoned smothered potatoes. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., early dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Ma Momma’s House of Cornbread, Chicken & Waffles

5741 Crowder Blvd., Suite A3, (504) 2440021; www.mamommashouse.com Waffle sandwiches are filled with eggs, cheese and sausage. Grilled fish is served with herbed rice and sauteed green beans. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

P&G Restaurant & Bar

345 Baronne St., (504) 525-9678 Two or three eggs cooked any way come with a choice of meat, hash browns or grits and toast or a biscuit. A shrimp po-boy comes dressed to order with a side of potato salad or fries. Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

1755 St. Charles Ave., (504) 524-1578; www.hillstone.com/ houstons The Hawaiian rib-eye steak is marinated with pineapple, sesame and ginger and served with a loaded Idaho baked potato. Shrimp Louis salad combines poached jumbo shrimp, avocado, teardrop tomatoes and herbs over a lettuce wedge. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers

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Red Dog Diner

620 Decatur St., Suite 1A, (504) 333-6914; www.jaxnola.com The Hangover Killer breakfast sandwich includes eggs, brisket,

Citywide; www.raisingcanes.com The Box combo includes four fried chicken tenders, tangy Cane’s sauce, french fries, Texas toast, coleslaw and a drink. The sandwich combo features three chicken fingers on a Kaiser roll dressed with Cane’s sauce and lettuce, plus fries and a drink. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $ 3122 Magazine St., (504) 934-3333; www.reddogdiner.com The chorizo mussel bowl features a spicy saffron broth. Cioppino includes

clams, mussels, shrimp and drum in spicy tomato broth. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Rocksy’s

3220 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, (504) 8897064; www.rocksys.org A Belgian waffle is topped with Crystal fried chicken tossed in apricot glaze and served with two strips of bacon. Crawfish beignets are made with jalapenos, corn and cheddar cheese and served with remoulade. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Steve’s Diner

Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., (504) 522-8198; www.stevesdiner.net Southwest salad is made with grilled chicken breast, pepper Jack cheese, tomato, black beans, mixed lettuces, spicy house-made tortilla chips and salsa ranch dressing. Slow-roasted herb chicken is served with two sides. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

The Store

814 Gravier St., (504) 322-2446; www.thestoreneworleans.com The roasted turkey and brie sandwich is topped with caramelized onions and served on pressed sourdough or wheat bread. Shrimp nicoise salad features feta, green beans, shaved red onions, boiled Gulf shrimp, mixed greens, Kalamata olives, diced tomatoes, boiled egg and croutons with Creole mustard vinaigrette. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Sugar Park

3054 St. Claude Ave., (504) 942-2047; www. sugarparknola.com The Brooklyn Bridge pie features spinach, mushrooms and garlic. Fried Sriracha chicken is served atop bacon waffles with syrup. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Wed.Sun., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Sun Ray Grill

2600 Belle Chasse Highway, Suite A, Gretna, (504) 391-0053; www.

sunraygrill.com The Orleans features a choice of pan-seared fish served with brown butter, green onions, mushrooms, jumbo lump crabmeat, spinach and tasso dressing. Plaquemines oyster bread features sauteed local oysters, artichokes, spinach and tomatoes in garlic cream sauce topped with fried oysters. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

WOW Cafe

Citywide; www.wowcafe.com The Shanghai fried shrimp po-boy is dressed with Asian slaw, cilantro, Shanghai Foo’s gold sauce and ranch dressing. Santa Fe chicken tacos feature fried or grilled chicken topped with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and Santa Fe sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Zea Rotisserie & Bar

Citywide; www.zearestaurants.com Rotisserie chicken is served with two side items and sauces such as pineapple-jalapeno glaze or sweet chili glaze. Thai-style St. Louis ribs are basted with ginger-infused soy sauce and sweet chili glaze and topped with Asian herbs. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BAR & GRILL 13

517 Frenchmen St., (504) 942-1345; www.13monaghan.com A breakfast burrito comes filled with scrambled eggs or tofu, potato tots, cheddar cheese and salsa in a whole wheat tortilla. Loaded “potatchos” feature potato tots topped with cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, butter and sour cream. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

The Alibi

811 Iberville St., (504) 522-9187; www.alibineworleans.com Barbecue shrimp poboys feature Gulf shrimp dressed on French bread. The Alibi burger is a 10-ounce ground beef patty served with fries. PAGE 19

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The Avenue Pub

1732 St. Charles Ave., (504) 586-9243; www. theavenuepub.com Currywurst is a fried sausage served with garlic mashed potatoes, curried ketchup and coleslaw. Dump Truck fries are topped with lemon grass pulled pork and bechamel. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Backspace Bar & Kitchen

139 Chartres St., (504) 322-2245; www.backspacenola.com The shrimp remoulade wrap features spicy boiled shrimp, lettuce, tomato and mirliton. The Hemingway Cuban includes pulled pork, prosciutto, Swiss cheese, pickles and grain mustard on French bread. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Barcadia

601 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 335-1740; www.barcadianeworleans.com The Black and Blue salad features blackberries, blue cheese, green onion, bacon and basil over spring greens with honey-balsamic vinaigrette. The Full Monty burger is topped with Swiss cheese, bacon, fried onions, avocado, lettuce and mayonnaise. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

The Barley Oak

2101 Lakeshore Drive, Mandeville, (985) 7277420; www.thebarleyoak.com The Reuben sandwich features corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Thousand Island dressing on rye bread. The cheese board includes smoked Gouda, manchego, brie, Havarti, fruit and focaccia bread. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards and checks. $

The Bayou Bar

Pontchartrain Hotel, 2031 St. Charles Ave., (504) 323-1456; www.bayoubarneworleans.com Fried muffuletta spring

Gourmet burgers are on the menu at Bayou Burger & Sports Company in Uptown. rolls are filled with Chisesi ham, mortadella, salami and olive salad and served with remoulade. The 1&1 burger includes an 8-ounce beef patty, bacon, bone marrow butter, cheese curds, hickory sauce, pickles and Sriracha aioli and comes with house-cut fries. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Beach House & Kona Coffee

124 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 624-9331; www.beachhousemandeville.com The Aloha burger is topped with pineapple, Swiss cheese and teriyaki sauce. Street tacos can be filled with fish, shrimp, pork, chicken or steak and come with fries and black beans. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Beachcorner Bar & Grill

4905 Canal St., (504) 488-7357; www.beachcornerbarandgrill.com The 10-ounce Hot & Spicy burger is topped with hot sauce, jalapenos and pepper Jack cheese. A grilled 8-ounce tuna steak is served in a sandwich or on a salad with tuna sauce on the side. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Big Easy Cafe & Daiquiris

1545 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, (504) 323-2111; 4517 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 323-2115; www.bigeasycafes.com The Big Cheezy features pepper Jack, cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan and tomato on Texas toast. Buffalo chicken loaded fries are topped with pepper Jack cheese and Buffalo sauce. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Bruno’s Tavern

7538 Maple St., (504) 861-7615; www.brunostavern.com Creole-seasoned waffle

fries are topped with roast beef debris, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses and horseradish cream sauce. Buffalo chicken salad combines fried chicken breast tossed in Buffalo sauce, mixed lettuces, blue cheese, tomatoes, red onions, garlic croutons and bacon. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

The Bulldog

3236 Magazine St., (504) 891-1516; 5135 Canal Blvd., (504) 488-4191; www.draftfreak.com Tex-Mex egg rolls are stuffed with grilled chicken, cheeses, black beans and roasted corn and peppers and served with raspberry-chipotle sauce. Crawfish Banditos are flour tortillas filled with crawfish, cheeses, sauteed onions, green peppers and garlic and served with avocado sour cream. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Buster’s Place

519 E. Boston St., Covington, (985) 809-3880; www.bustersplaceonline.com The Colossal burger is topped with bacon, sauteed onions and mushrooms and American, cheddar and Swiss cheeses on a sweet mesquite bun served with fries. Blackened redfish

Pontchartrain is served with crawfish-mushroom sauce over rice. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Columbia Street Tap Room

2325 N. Hullen St., Suite 100, Metairie, (504) 831-0095 The New Orleans sampler plate includes gumbo, jambalaya, shrimp Creole, red beans and rice and bread. The super seafood platter includes fried shrimp, oysters, fish, soft-shell crab, stuffed crab, fries and salad. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

434 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 8980899; www.covingtontaproom.com The seafood wedge salad features boiled shrimp, lump crabmeat, iceberg lettuce, Creole tomato and Creole vinaigrette. The patty melt includes a burger patty, American and Swiss cheeses, grilled onions and spicy mayonnaise on Texas toast. No reservations. Lunch Mon. and Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

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Cajun Grill & Bar

Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 523-3341; www.hotelmonteleone.com Blue crab and crawfish beignets are served with remoulade. Smoked beef brisket is served with Southern Comfort barbecue sauce and coleslaw. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Cello’s

3401 N. Hullen St., Metairie, (504) 456-5596; www.cellosrestaurant.com The Sicilian burger features a patty made from a meatball recipe topped with mozzarella and red gravy on Leidenheimer bread. “Low and slow” cooked brisket is served with macaroni and cheese. Reservations ac-

1109 Decatur St., (504) 525-9053; www.coopsplace.net The menu includes sandwiches, pasta dishes, fried seafood and Creole favorites. Jambalaya features rabbit and smoked pork sausage, and the “supreme” version adds shrimp, tasso and crawfish tails. Smoked duck quesadillas are served with orange sauce, salsa and sour cream. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Cooter Brown’s Tavern 509 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-9104; www.cooterbrowns.com The jalapeno burger is a half-pound Angus beef patty topped with fried jalapeno rings, pepper

Jack cheese, caramelized onions, jalapeno aioli and house-made hot sauce. Fried shrimp po-boys are dressed with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and mayonnaise on Leidenheimer bread. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Copper Monkey Bar & Grill

725 Conti St., (504) 5270869; www.coppermonkeygrill.com Ultimate loaded nachos are topped with ground beef, nacho cheese, tomatoes, jalapenos, salsa, lettuce and sour cream. The peanut butter burger is dressed with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and a pickle and topped with a bun slathered in peanut butter. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Deuce McAllister’s Ole Saint Kitchen and Tap

132 Royal St., (504) 3094797; www.olesaint.com A 12-ounce pork chop is served with molasses-glazed sweet potatoes, Southern-style mustard greens and Southern Comfort honey butter. The crab maison BLT features Louisiana crabmeat, applewood-smoked bacon, tomatoes and arugula on Leidenheimer’s multigrain bread. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ PAGE 20

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Dino’s Bar & Grill

1128 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 558-0900; www.dinosnola.com Tuna is grilled to order and served atop greens with tomatoes, croutons and feta vinaigrette. The Dino Burger can be topped with bacon, cheddar or blue cheese and is served with waffle fries, chips or salad. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Dmac’s Bar & Grill

542 S. Jefferson Davis Parkway, (504) 3045757; www.dmacsbarandgrill.com The Angus burger is a half-pound patty dressed with lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise and served with french fries. Drunken pizza features chicken, beef, pepperoni, peppers, grilled onions, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Thu.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $

Ernst Cafe

600 S. Peters St., (504) 525-8544; www.ernstcafe.co The Ernster po-boy features fried oysters, Swiss cheese and roast beef gravy. The menu also includes gumbo, red beans and rice with sausage or fried chicken, boudin balls and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun., late-night Fri.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Finn McCool’s Irish Pub

3701 Banks St., (504) 486-9080; www.finnmccools.com Chicken wings are served with red pepper Buffalo sauce, Captain Porkenheimer barbecue sauce or Asian-style fish sauce. Pimiento cheese is served with bacon marmalade and toasted rye bread. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

The Füd Bar

1522 Robert E. Lee Blvd., (504) 309-3284; www.eathappynola.com Pan-seared drum is topped with brown butter amandine and served with creamed spinach and kale, green rice and vegetables. The roasted portobello and button mushroom panino includes arugula, onions

and cranberry goat cheese spread on multigrain bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Ground Pat’i Grille & Bar

11 Westbank Expressway, Gretna, (504) 367-9512; 3124 David Drive, Metairie, (504) 454-9449; www.groundpati.com The grilled shrimp platter includes three skewers of marinated and grilled shrimp and two sides. Hamburger steak is a 10-ounce ground chuck patty served with brown gravy, salad and mushrooms or grilled onions. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

The Harbor Bar & Grill

3024 17th St., Metairie, (504) 832-4117; www. theharborbarandgrill.com Hot boiled crawfish are served Fridays starting at noon through May. For a Thursday night special, a 10-ounce rib-eye is served with mashed potatoes and salad. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

The Howlin’ Wolf Den

907 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www.thehowlinwolf.com Smoked bacon and sharp cheddar beignets are made with Abita beer batter, grilled peppers, onions and jalapenos and are served with chipotle crema. The Cuban sandwich features pork, Chisesi ham, pickles, Creole mustard and mozzarella. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Knuckleheads Sports Bar & Eatery

3535 Severn Ave., Suite 10, Metairie, (504) 888-5858 The Knuckle sandwich is a burger topped with blue cheese and bacon and served with fries. Nudillocabeza chicken salad features grilled chicken, black beans, tomatoes, cheddar, tortilla strips and pepper jelly dressing. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Lager’s International Ale House 3501 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie,

(504) 887-9923; www.lagersmetairie. draftfreak.com Crawfish Banditos feature fried flour tortillas stuffed with crawfish, mixed cheeses and roasted green chilies served with guacamole and sour cream. Margherita flatbread is topped with house-made tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil pesto and balsamic vinegar reduction. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Liuzza’s by the Track

1518 N. Lopez St., (504) 218-7888; www.liuzzasnola.com The sandwich special includes half a po-boy and gumbo, turtle soup or crawfish etouffee. New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp come with Creole butter sauce. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Manning’s

519 Fulton St., (504) 5938072; www.facebook. com/manningsnola Cornmeal-battered fried Louisiana shrimp fill a po-boy dressed with ham, pickled okra, five-pepper jelly and Crystal hot sauce beurre blanc. Deviled eggs are topped with Louisiana lump crabmeat, smoked paprika and caper dust. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Melius Bar & Grill

1701 Lake Ave., Metairie, (504) 828-9446; www.meliusbarbucktown.com The Lake Avenue sandwich features a grilled chicken breast topped with marinara and served on a sesame seed bun. The 8-ounce Austin Smokehouse burger is topped with hickory-smoked sauce. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Mid City Yacht Club

440 S. St. Patrick St., (504) 483-2517; www. midcityyachtclub.com Yachtchos feature house-fried tortillas topped with housemade cheese sauce, vegetables, black beans, jalapeno, habanero crema, pico de gallo and green onions. Cajun-spiced frog legs

are served with ranch dressing or Buffalo-style with hot sauce and blue cheese. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Oscar’s Lounge & Restaurant

2027 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 831-9540; www.oscarsoldmetairie.com The Oscalotta sandwich combines meats, mozzarella and olive salad on hot French bread. A half-pound beef burger comes with a stuffed baked potato. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner daily, late-night Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Perry’s Sports Bar & Grill

5252 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 456-9234 The house burger is a 10-ounce beef patty topped with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles. For a lunch special, a grilled or fried pork chop is served with green beans or fries. No reservations. Breakfast Fri.-Sat., lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Pier 4 Bar & Grille

Boomtown Casino New Orleans, 4132 Peters Road, Harvey, (504) 366-7711; www. boomtownneworleans. com/dining/pier-4 The menu features fried seafood platters, barbecue shrimp, crab cakes, seafood pasta and more. The fried seafood combo plate includes a choice of two: catfish, oysters or shrimp. Fried crab claws are served with Mississippi mayonnaise. Reservations accepted. Dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Pirogues

(504) 523-0120; www.portofcallnola.com The ground chuck cheeseburger is topped with grated cheddar and served with a baked potato. The 14-ounce rib-eye is served with a potato, salad and bread. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Rendon Inn’s Dugout Sports Bar & Grill

4501 Eve St., (504) 8265605; www.facebook. com/rendoninn The burger features an 8-ounce patty topped with a hot sausage patty, bacon, fried onions and remoulade. Dugout fries can be topped with cheeses, chili and gravy or truffle oil. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Revival Bar & Grill

4612 Quincy St., Metairie, (504) 373-6728 The Classic Rock burger features a char-grilled half-pound patty dressed with lettuce, tomato, onions and pickles served with fries. Hand-cut onion rings are double dipped in batter and fried. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Rivershack Gretna

714 First St., Gretna, (504) 325-5530; www.facebook.com/ rivershackgretna A chicken breast breaded with Italian bread crumbs is topped with Swiss, cheddar and bacon. Roast beef, pastrami, Swiss cheese, horseradish and Creole mustard are served on rye. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Rusty Pelican

2565 Bayou Road, (504) 948-6349; www.piroguesnola.com The falafel burger is topped with avocado, arugula, tomato and tahini dressing. Fried grit fritters are made with grits, bacon, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses and are served with aioli. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Wed.Mon., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

500 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 778-0364; www.sippinstation.com The Jacked up burger features a half-pound beef patty, bacon, cheddar cheese and a fried slice of chipotle pepper Jack cheese. A trio of fish tacos feature mahi mahi, cabbage, pico de gallo and Baja sauce. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

Port of Call

St. Lawrence

838 Esplanade Ave.,

219 N. Peters St.,

(504) 525-4111; www.saintlawrencenola.com Three pieces of fried chicken are served with collard greens, mashed potatoes and chicken and tasso gravy. The Buffalo chicken sandwich features a fried chicken breast tossed in house sauce and topped with a fried egg. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Saints & Sinners

627 Bourbon St., (504) 528-9307; www.saintsandsinnersnola.com The crawfish platter includes one-and-a-half pounds of Louisiana crawfish, two Double D sausage links, two pieces of corn on the cob and two red potatoes. Crawfish pies feature creamy risotto-style rice and crawfish in puff pastry. Reservations accepted. Lunch Thu.-Mon., dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

Samuel’s Blind Pelican 1628 St. Charles Ave., (504) 558-9399 The menu includes raw and char-grilled oysters and boiled crawfish with sausage, potatoes and corn. The Blind Pelican pizza is topped with Italian sausage, grilled shrimp, applewood-smoked bacon, peppers, roasted garlic, bell peppers, black olives and house marinara. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri-Sat. Credit cards. $

The Second Line Co.

4345 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 466-4069; www.facebook.com/secondlineco The Kenna burger features a ground beef and hot sausage patty. For an appetizer, quesadillas can be filled with chicken, shrimp or jambalaya. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Sidelines Bar & Grill

1229 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 831-4002 Grilled tuna is served with a baked potato, vegetables and garlic bread. Grilled or fried mahi mahi tacos are served in flour tortillas with coleslaw, sour cream or cilantro sauce. No reservations. PAGE 22

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Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

South Market Pub & Grill

735 St. Joseph St., (504) 522-4934; www.southmarketpub.com Cheeseburgers are topped with tomato, lettuce and onions and served with fries. The menu also includes hot wings, quesadillas, cheese fries, fried boudin balls, fried alligator bites with remoulade or cocktail sauce and more. No reservations. Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Step Brothers Bar & Grill

4971 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 8899856; www.stepbrothersbar.com The 8-ounce Step Brother’s burger is dressed with lettuce, tomato, onion, mayonnaise and pickles. Wednesday’s steak night features an 8-ounce filet mignon served with two sides and garlic toast. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Times Grill

1827 Front St., Suite 1, Slidell, (985) 639-3335; 1896 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 6261161; www.timesgrill.com The Sweet Heat bacon cheeseburger is topped with melted cheddar, hickory-smoked bacon and house-made hickory barbecue sauce. Cajun country-fried pork loin is topped with Cajun tasso cream sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Uptown Sports Bar & Grill

3629 Prytania St., (504) 891-8800; www.uptownsportsnola.com The selection of wings includes fried and boneless wings and sauces in varying levels of peppery heat, barbecue, ranch, blue cheese and more. The menu also includes sandwiches, po-boys, burgers, salads, pizza, ribs and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Vic’s Kangaroo Cafe 636 Tchoupitoulas St.,

(504) 524-4329 Shepherd’s pie features ground beef topped with garlic mashed potatoes and cheddar cheese. Spicy jambalaya is made with chicken, spicy sausage, vegetables and rice. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

www.freysmokedmeat.com Chef Ray Gruezke’s barbecue restaurant serves brisket, pulled pork, beef ribs, pork ribs, sausages, smoked chicken and more. Sides include spicy charred cabbage coleslaw, pimiento macaroni and cheese, french fries and baked beans with bacon. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar

1009 Poydras St., (504) 309-6530; www.walk-ons.com The menu includes burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads and more. Cajundillas are tortillas filled with chicken, boudin, pepper Jack cheese, grilled onions, andouille and rice. Uncle B’s buttermilk-dipped chicken fingers are served with waffle fries and honey mustard. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ 4510 Freret St., (504) 309-0069; www.wayfarenola.com The Southern fried pork chop is served with garlic and roasted corn grits, collard greens and redeye gravy. The giardiniera pork salad includes pulled pork, egg, pickled vegetables, romaine lettuce and coleslaw dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

World of Beer

300 Julia St., (504) 2993599; www.worldofbeer. com/locations/warehousedistrict The menu includes snacks, burgers, sandwiches, flatbread pizzas, chicken wings, salads, entrees and more. Giant Bavarian soft pretzels are served with house-made, stone-ground mustard. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

BARBECUE Blue Oak BBQ

900 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 822-2583; www.blueoakbbq.com Fried pork belly cracklings are tossed in a Sichuan spice rub. The combo includes a choice of three meats such as brisket, ribs or smoked wings and a choice

Baru chef/owner Edgar Caro serves creative small plates inspired by Colombia.

2317 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 738-1508; www.hillbillybbq.com The Super Stuffed Tater is a large potato with smoked beef, pork or chicken, butter, cheese, bacon, chives and sour cream. Baby back ribs are dry rubbed with house seasoning and served with house sauces and sides. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

The Joint

Smoke BBQ

701 Mazant St., (504) 949-3232; www.alwayssmokin.com The menu includes brisket, pulled pork, baby back ribs, sausage and chicken. House-made pastrami is dressed with spicy mustard and coleslaw and served on rye bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

LA Smokehouse of two sides, such as roasted garlic macaroni and cheese or Brussels sprouts. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

sandwich is filled with brisket and caramelized onions and comes with a side. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Thu.Mon. Credit cards. $$

Chompers BBQ Den

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

69399 Highway 59, Abita Springs, (985) 8920205; www.chompersbbqden.com Brisket, ribs, pulled pork and other meats are prepared with housemade sauces and served as sandwiches or on platters. Sides include baked beans, french fries and coleslaw. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Crescent City BBQ

1201 S. Rampart St., (504) 558-4276; www.centralcitybbq.com Platters with meats such as pulled pork, chicken or brisket burnt ends come with pickles, onion and two sides. The Tiger Bite

3020 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 518-5952; 6005 Jefferson Highway, Harahan, (504) 224-6810; 61103 Airport Road, Slidell, (985) 720-0070; 69292 Highway 21, Suite 300, Covington, (985) 8712225; www.dickeys.com The Big Barbecue sandwich offers a choice of meat topped with pickles, onions and barbecue sauce. Barbecue sliders can be filled with beef brisket, chicken, sausage or pulled pork. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Frey Smoked Meat Co. 4141 Bienville St., Suite 110, (504) 488-7427;

Saucy’s

4200 Magazine St., (504) 301-2755; www.saucysnola.com The two-meat combo plate includes a choice of meats (beef brisket, ribs, pulled pork, alligator sausage, boudin or grilled chicken), sides (goat cheese and macaroni, smoked beans, potato salad, coleslaw or grilled asparagus) and house Fantasy sauce or other sauces. The Smokeout burger is topped with smoked Gouda and comes dressed with Creole chipotle mayonnaise on a toasted brioche bun. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch daily, Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Hillbilly Bar-B-Q

Wayfare

half-chicken platter includes half a dry-rubbed chicken, red and white sauces, pickles, two sides and a drink. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

8300 Earhart Blvd., Suite 103, (504) 265-8905; www.lasmokehouse.com The classic barbecue sandwich features a choice of smoked meat, toasted kaiser roll, house barbecue sauce and sweet pickled pepper coleslaw. The Southern barbecue grits and grillades bowl includes a choice of meat, sweet and spicy barbecue sauce, cheddar cheese, fried onions and fried okra. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $

Moe’s Original Bar B Que

3150 Calhoun St., (504) 301-3790; www.moesoriginalbbq.com The ’Bama-style pork sandwich features pulled pork, marinated slaw, pickles and red and white barbecue sauces and comes with two sides and a drink. The smoked

1005 N. Collins Blvd., Covington, (985) 3025307; www.smokebbqcovington.com The Smokewich is a Wednesday special featuring smoked brisket, house-made hot sausage and pimiento cheese on Weiss Guys Bakery bread. Smoke fries are hand-cut fries topped with burnt brisket ends, smoked cheddar, house white sauce and green onions. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Sweet Daddy’s BBQ

420 S. Tyler St., Covington, (985) 898-2166; www.sweetdaddysbarbq.com The pork taco special features two soft tacos dressed with chipotle mayonnaise, cheese and sour cream. Black Angus beef brisket is smoked over pecan wood for 14 hours and served with a choice of two sides, including jambalaya, macaroni and cheese, baked beans and fried okra. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

VooDoo BBQ & Grill

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BREWPUB Abita Brew Pub

72011 Holly St., Abita Springs, (985) 8925837; www.abitabrewpub.com Blackened chicken breast is served with smashed potatoes and sauteed vegetables. Angel hair pasta is topped with fried eggplant medallions and shrimp, tasso and mushroom cream sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Crescent City Brewhouse

527 Decatur St., (504) 522-0571; www.crescentcitybrewhouse.com Jumbo shrimp are stuffed with Louisiana crabmeat, jalapenos, green onions and breadcrumbs and served with asparagus and beurre blanc. Grilled smoked pork ribs are served with smothered greens and fries. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Gordon Biersch

200 Poydras St., (504) 552-2739; www.gordonbiersch.com Cajun pasta features shrimp, chicken and andouille sausage in cream sauce. Lobster and shrimp tacos include pepper Jack cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo and Cajun remoulade. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Old Rail Brewing Company

639 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 612-1828; www.facebook.com/ oldrailbrewingcompany Boudin balls are served with sweet and sour red cabbage, pickled corn and whole grain mustard made with beer. At brunch, steak and eggs features a 12-ounce

Black Angus rib-eye, poached eggs, hollandaise and potatoes. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

BURGERS Atomic Burger

3934 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 309-7474; www.theatomicburger.com The green chili burger is a two-patty, extra-cheese burger topped with roasted poblano peppers and mayonnaise and served with fries or edamame. Milkshakes feature house-made custard flash-frozen with liquid nitrogen in flavors such as chocolate, salted caramel, apple pie, strawberry and espresso. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Bayou Beer Garden

326 N. Jefferson Davis Parkway, (504) 3029357; www.bayoubeergarden.com The house burger is a 10-ounce beef patty served on a sesame seed bun. Disco fries are french fries topped with house-made beef debris, gravy and cheddar cheese. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Bayou Burger & Sports Company

503 Bourbon St., (504) 529-4256; 3226 Magazine St., (504) 224-6024; www.bayouburger.com The Engine 29 features a ground beef and spicy pork patty dressed with grilled jalapenos, pepper Jack cheese, slaw, red onions and Tabasco sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Run Chicken Run includes thin-sliced Abita-roasted chicken breast, bacon, Swiss cheese, avocado, lettuce, green tomato and Tabasco mayonnaise on brioche. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Bud’s Broiler

Citywide; www.budsbroiler.com The menu features char-broiled burgers, hot dogs, french fries, onion rings and fruit pies. The No. 6 Broiler

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Charcoal’s Gourmet Burger Bar

2200 Magazine St., (504) 644-4311; www.charcoalgourmetburgerbar.com The antelope burger is topped with cheddar cheese, bacon, a fried egg, iceberg lettuce and mayonnaise on a housebaked Hawaiian sweet bun. The Health Nut salad includes spinach, quinoa, toasted walnuts, almonds, carrots, red apple, avocado, cherry tomatoes, egg whites, basil and house-made lemon-garlic dressing. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

The Company Burger 611 O’Keefe Ave., Suite C7, (504) 3099422; 4600 Freret St., (504) 267-0320; www.thecompanyburger.com The namesake Company Burger includes two beef patties, housemade bread-and-butter pickles, American cheese and red onions. The lamb burger is topped with feta, red onion, basil mayonnaise and chili-mint glaze. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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Igor’s Buddha Belly Burger Bar

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Rebel Yell braised short ribs are served with sweet potatoes at Capdeville in the Warehouse District. poppers are battered and fried cheese-stuffed 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 half-pound patty seasoned with Cajun spices and topped with hot sauce. The barbecue burger is topped with barbecue sauce and dressed with lettuce, tomato and pickles. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

Junction

3021 St. Claude Ave., (504) 272-0205; www.junctionnola.com The Kansas City South-

ern burger is topped with grilled onions and mushrooms, cheddar cheese and barbecue sauce. Braised and fried Tijuana chicken wings are seasoned with lemon and garlic and served with Caesar dressing for dipping. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

Krystal

citywide; www.krystal.com Krystal cheeseburgers are dressed with American cheese, diced onion, dill pickles and mustard. For a side, chili cheese fries are topped with cheddar cheese. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Phil’s Grill

1640 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 305-1705; www.phils-grill.com The build-a-burger menu offers choices of patty, bun, cheeses and a wide array of toppings such as red onions, pickles, sauteed onions, avocado

and pineapple. Housemade cheeseburger soup includes ground Angus beef topped with shredded lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Smashburger

3300 Magazine St., (504) 342-2653; Lakeside Shopping Center, 3301 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, (504) 833-7906; www.smashburger.com The barbecue bacon cheeseburger features an Angus beef patty, Barq’s barbecue sauce, haystack onions, applewood-smoked bacon and cheddar cheese on an egg bun. Spinach and goat cheese salad includes grilled or fried chicken, raisins, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, cucumber, tomatoes, onions and balsamic vinaigrette. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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pastries, ice cream and a short menu of sandwiches and salads. The breakfast platter includes scrambled eggs, grits, hickory-smoked bacon and a biscuit or toast. The Caprese panino features mozzarella, Creole tomatoes, pesto and balsamic vinaigrette on a pistolette. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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Adolfo’s Restaurant

611 Frenchmen St., (504) 948-3800 The menu includes seafood and Italian dishes. Roasted eggplant is topped with crabmeat and capers. Veal Ocean features a seafood sauce of shrimp, crawfish, crabmeat and capers served with pasta or salad. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Antoine’s Annex

513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com The cafe offers espresso,

(504) 273-4600; www.biscuitsandbunsonbanks.com A waffle is topped with triple cream brie and blueberry compote. Chicken tenders are served with andouille and chorizo sausage gravy. Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$

Bittersweet Confections

315 N. Rendon St., (504) 826-2925; www.bayouwinegarden.com The bacon and brie sandwich features cane syrup-laced bacon, brie and blueberry-black pepper compote on brioche. Diners can assemble cheese and charcuterie platters from menus of house-cured meats and imported cheeses. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

725 Magazine St., (504) 523-2626; St. Roch Market, 2381 St. Claude Ave.; www.bittersweetconfections.com The breakfast bowl features a buttermilk biscuit topped with sausage gravy, cheese grits, bacon, an egg and green onions. The breakfast burrito combines scrambled eggs, cheese and beans with a choice of protein and vegetable. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

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Cafe at the Square

4337 Banks St.,

500 St. Charles Ave., (504) 304-7831; www.

cafeatthesquare.com At brunch, chicken and waffles features hand-battered chicken tenders, waffles, two eggs and sausage gravy. Macaroni and cheese includes three cheeses, heavy cream and a changing selection of pastas. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

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Cafe Fleur-De-Lis

2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 9344700; www.cafeb.com Grilled romaine and crab salad includes marinated tomatoes, lemon-Parmesan dressing and brioche crumbles. Miss Charlee’s seafood gumbo is made with crawfish tails, lump crabmeat, fried oysters, Gulf shrimp, onions, peppers, tomatoes and brown rice and comes with jalapeno cornbread. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

311 Bourbon St., (504) 525-2611; 334B Royal St., (504) 524-5530; www.cafebeignet.com The crawfish omelet is made with bell pepper, tomato and Swiss cheese and served with grits and French bread. Beignets are made to order and topped with powdered sugar. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ 91 French Market Place, (504) 522-5851307 Chartres St., (504) 529-9641; www.cafefleurdelis.com The Bourbon Street breakfast platter features banana and pecan pancakes with candied pecan bacon, melted butter, maple syrup and two fingers of bourbon. Oysters Benedict features biscuits topped with fried oysters, creamed spinach, onions, garlic, mushrooms, poached eggs and spicy hollandaise served with hash browns. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Luna

802 1/2 Nashville Ave., (504) 333-6833; www.cafeluna504. wordpress.com The coffeeshop’s Fancy wrap is a flour tortilla filled with bacon, eggs, goat cheese and roasted red potatoes and is served with fruit. Chicken confit and a sunny side up duck egg top brown butter corn waffles. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Cafe Lynn

2600 Florida St., Mandeville, (985) 624-9007; www.cafelynn.com Duck confit is served with Creole mustard cream sauce. Pan-seared redfish is topped with crabmeat, toasted almonds and brown butter. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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5416; www.truburgernola.com The Deep South burger is an Angus beef patty topped with a fried green tomato, lettuce, onion and house-made pimiento cheese. Corn dogs are Zweigle’s hot dogs hand-dipped to order in house-made batter. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

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Cafe NOMA

New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 482-1264; www.cafenoma.com The turkey bacon panino features Boar’s Head turkey, applewood-smoked bacon, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise and tarragon Dijon on ciabatta. Chipotle Caesar salad combines spicy Gulf shrimp, romaine lettuce, radishes, Parmesan, cherry tomatoes, chipotle Caesar dressing and cheddar cornbread croutons. No reservations. Lunch Tue.Sun., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Navarre

800 Navarre Ave., (504) 483-8828; www.cafenavarre.com The grilled chicken pesto panino is dressed with red onion, tomato, Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses and Caesar dressing on sourdough bread. It’s served with chips or fries. Eggs cochon features poached eggs, pulled pork and hollandaise on an English muffin and comes with potatoes or grits. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Cafe Rose Nicaud

632 Frenchmen St., (504) 949-3300; www.caferosenicaud.com A vegetarian scramble includes a choice of three toppings such as onions, red peppers, spinach, tomatoes, portobello mushroom or Kalamata olives. The Rose Benedict features sunny side up eggs, tomatoes, avocado, caramelized onions and Asiago cheese with organic rosemary cheese grits. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

The Camellia Cafe

525 Highway 190 W., Slidell, (985) 649-6211; 69455 Highway 59, Abita Springs, (985) 809-6313; www.thecamelliacafe.com

The eggplant Napoleon is stuffed with crabmeat dressing and topped with etouffee sauce. Catfish Camellia is fried catfish topped with seafood sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

The Camellia Grill

626 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 309-2679 The roast beef po-boy is served with grilled onions, Swiss cheese and gravy. The Rano’s omelet is an egg white omelet with spinach, onions and Swiss cheese. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Canal Street Bistro

3903 Canal St., (504) 482-1225; www.canalstreetbistro.com The chicken and waffle Benedict features a Belgian waffle, grilled chicken, griddled ham, poached eggs, hollandaise and green onions. The grilled vegetable Napoleon features balsamic-marinated grilled eggplant, tomato and red onion on a bed of organic mixed greens and roasted red peppers. Reservations accepted. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Capdeville

520 Capdeville St., (504) 371-5161; www.capdevillenola.com Truffled macaroni and cheese is made with elbow pasta, garlic, shallots, pancetta, sage, English peas, heavy cream, Parmesan and truffle oil. Shepherd’s pie combines ground lamb, English peas, carrots and mashed potatoes. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri.Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Chartres House

601 Chartres St., (504) 586-8383; www.chartreshouse.com Fried green tomato chips are served with spicy Cajun ranch and marinara sauces. The Chartres House burger features a half-pound Angus beef patty, a Patton’s hot sausage patty, provolone cheese and garlic mayonnaise on a jalapeno-cheddar bun. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily,

late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Cherry Espresso Bar

4877 Laurel St., (504) 875-3699; www.facebook.com/ cherry.espresso.bar The breakfast quinoa bowl is topped with a poached egg, vegetables, cilantro and avocado dressing, and chicken, bacon or sausage are optional additions. Breakfast tacos are white corn tortilla shells filled with house-made chorizo, scrambled eggs, green chili, black beans, salsa roja, avocado cream and Cotija cheese. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch. Credit cards. $

Chez Pierre French Bakery and Cafe

2901 David Drive, Metairie, (504) 267-5839; 3208 Clearview Parkway, Metairie, (504) 467-3176; www.chezpierreneworleans.com Shaken beef features cubed flank steak, onions and a sunny side up egg over rice with cucumber, tomato and house dressing. Mango avocado chicken salad is served over spring greens with onion vinaigrette. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Corner Cafe

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

Elizabeth’s

601 Gallier St., (504) 944-9272; www.elizabethsrestaurantnola.com Soft-shell crab is served with two eggs cooked any style and chili hollandaise. A whole fried chicken comes with two sides. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

The English Tea Room 734 E. Rutland St., Covington, (985) 898-3988; www.englishtearoom.com Buckingham Bake is a casserole of baked eggs, hash browns, cheese and onions topped with bacon and cheese and served with bread and fruit. Shepherd’s pie is filled with beef and vegetables and baked with a mashed potato crust. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Espresso Express

One Shell Square, 701 Poydras St., Suite 116, (504) 524-5115 The turkey avocado panino includes roasted turkey, avocado, Monterey Jack cheese, bacon, red onion and house honey mustard dressing on hearty grain bread. The Thai chicken wrap is stuffed with roasted chicken, sweet Thai chili sauce, cucumber, carrot and Monterey Jack cheese. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

French Truck Cafe

4536 Dryades St., (504) 298-1115; www. frenchtruckcoffee.com The waffle sandwich features prosciutto, herbs, goat cheese, egg and maple syrup. The turkey sandwich comes with apple jam, arugula and Gruyere cheese on rye bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Gracious Bakery & Cafe

1000 S. Jefferson Davis Parkway, Suite 100, (504) 301-3709; 2854 St. Charles Ave.; www. graciousbakery.com Tarragon chicken salad is served on house-made green onion bread and dressed with pickled red onion. King cakes are made with chocolate and queen cakes add almond frangipane. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $

The Grill

540 Chartres St., (504) 522-1800 A roast beef po-boy is served with grilled onions, Swiss cheese and gravy. Rano’s omelet is an egg white omelet made with spinach, onions and Swiss cheese.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Heritage Grill

111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 934-4900; www.heritagegrillmetairie.com The Heritage Grill burger is topped with sharp cheddar cheese, local tomatoes, lettuce and grilled red onions and served on a house-made onion bun with fries. Asian chicken salad features romaine lettuce, Napa cabbage, cilantro, roasted peanuts, crispy wontons and hot mustard vinaigrette. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

Hickory Cafe & Grill

1313 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 737-0033; www.hickorycafe.com Cajun Benedict features two poached eggs, boudin and hollandaise on a house-baked buttermilk biscuit. An 8-ounce burger patty is topped with pepper Jack cheese, bacon, spinach, roasted red peppers and basil mayonnaise on focaccia bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., brunch Sat. Credit cards. $$

High Hat Cafe

4500 Freret St., (504) 754-1336; www.highhatcafe.com. Spicy Gulf fish is tossed in chili oil, seared on the grill and served with a shrimp and potato hash made with red onion, thyme, green onion and garlic. Gumbo Ya-Ya is a dark roux gumbo made with chicken, andouille and okra. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Hobnobber Cafe

5928 W. Metairie Ave., Suite 8, Metairie, (504) 734-8448; www.hobnobbercafe.com A catfish fillet is served with creamy crawfish sauce over pasta. Monday’s red beans and rice special comes with smoked sausage or a breaded pork chop. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Humble Bagel

4716 Freret St., (504) 355-3535; www.humblebagel.com

The bagel selection includes whole wheat, cinnamon-raisin, onion, garlic, salt, honey and sesame seed. A bagel with lox comes with red onion, tomato and capers. For breakfast, a bagel is served with two eggs, cheese and a choice of bacon, ham or sausage. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Thu.Mon. Credit cards. $

Ignatius Espresso Bar

3121 Magazine St., (504) 899-0242; www.ignatius eatery.com The menu of coffee drinks includes an Irish latte with Bailey’s Irish Cream, Kahlua, espresso and steamed milk. A ham and brie sandwich is dressed with mango chutney spread and Granny Smith apples. There also are salads, soup, red beans and bagels and lox. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Il Posto Cafe

4607 Dryades St., (504) 895-2620; www.ilpostocafenola.com A prosciutto panino is made with house-made pesto and mozzarella on Bellegarde Bakery ciabatta and served with salad. Shaved Brussels sprouts salad includes toasted almonds, Parmesan, sliced apples and lemon-herb vinaigrette. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Jazz Cafe

209 Decatur St., (504) 267-3314; www.jazzcafenola.com The seafood BLT features fried shrimp, fried green tomatoes, bacon, lettuce and remoulade on toasted brioche. Fried seafood platters are served with hush puppies and two sides. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Koz’s

515 Harrison Ave., (504) 484-0841; 6215 Wilson St., Harahan, (504) 737-3933; www. kozcooks.com Red beans and rice with fried chicken is a Monday and Wednesday special. The roast beef po-boy features house-cooked roast beef dressed with lettuce, tomato and

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pastrami, salami, Swiss cheese and olive salad on a bun. The three-egg Atchafalaya omelet is made with onion, red and green peppers and crawfish stuffing topped with crawfish etouffee and served with cheese grits or hash browns. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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includes corn tortillas, black beans, fried eggs, ranchero sauce, salsa and Cotija cheese. Bacon sweet potato Benedict features roasted sweet potato medallions, marinated Creole tomatoes, bacon, poached eggs and herb hollandaise. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

Menaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Palace

200 Chartres St., (504) 525-0217; www.menaspalace.com Baked chicken is served with dirty rice and beet salad. A muffuletta features house-made olive salad and is served warm on French bread. Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Messinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Runway Cafe

Chef Phillip Todd serves a Chappapeela Farms pork chop with hominy, poblano hash and salsa at The Bombay Club in the Prince Conti Hotel. mayonnaise on John Gendusa Bakery bread. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

La Boulangerie

4600 Magazine St., (504) 269-3777; www.laboulangerienola.com Le Parisien features Cochon Butcher ham, Comte cheese and cornichons on a house-baked baguette with salted butter. Baked goods include chocolate-covered croissants. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

La Madeleine

601 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 861-8662; 3300 Severn Ave., Suite 201, Metairie, (504) 4561624; 3434 Highway 190, Mandeville, (985) 6267004; 5171 Citrus Blvd., Suite 2000, Harahan, (504) 818-2450;

www.lamadeleine.com These French-styled cafes offer baked goods including croissants, turnovers, muffins, cookies, macaroons and more. The French country breakfast includes two eggs, a potato galette, bacon or sausage and a croissant. Roasted salmon is topped with garlic dill sauce and served over rice Provencal with roasted asparagus. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Lakeview Brew Coffee Cafe

5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 483-7001; www.lakeviewbrew.com Poached eggs and pork debris are served on toast with hollandaise and green onions. The three-egg California omelet features Monterey Jack cheese, avocado, diced tomato and green onion. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Live Oak Cafe

8140 Oak St., (504) 2650050; www.liveoakcafenola.com Huevos rancheros

6001 Stars & Stripes Blvd., Suite 126, (504) 241-5300; www.messinasterminal.com The breakfast menu includes boudin patties topped with fried eggs and hollandaise, served with potatoes. Jimmy Wedell pasta features shrimp, crabmeat and crawfish in basil cream sauce over angel hair pasta. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Mojo Coffee House

1500 Magazine St., (504) 525-2244; www. facebook.com/mojo. on.magazine; 4700 Freret St., (504) 8752243; www.facebook. com/mojofreret Ham, apple and brie fill a sandwich dressed with Creole mustard on cibatta. Tuna salad is served on bread or in a wrap dressed with banana peppers, lettuce and onion and comes with potato chips. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Morning Call

City Park, Timken Center, 56 Dreyfous Drive, (504) 300-1157; 3325 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 885-4068; www.morningcallcoffeestand.com Signature beignets are hand-rolled and served with powdered sugar. The limited menu

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The Munch Factory

1901 Sophie Wright Place, (504) 324-5372; www.facebook.com/ munchfactory Fried oysters Gentilly are served with caramelized onions and creamed spinach. Waffle fries are topped with cheese and debris and served with ranch dressing. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

NOLA Beans

762 Harrison Ave., (504) 267-0783; www.nolabeans.com The organic Argonne turkey sandwich features organic avocado, tomatoes, sprouts and Havarti cheese on a choice of bread. Spanish Fort salad is made with romaine, avocado, grilled chicken, pico de gallo, corn, black beans and avocado ranch dressing. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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The Olive Branch Cafe

1995 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, (504) 348-2008; 5145 General DeGaulle Drive, (504) 393-1107; www.olivebranchcafe.com Becky’s pasta combines breaded eggplant, red onions, mushrooms, shrimp, Cajun cream sauce, Parmesan and angel hair pasta. Cajun trio pasta includes smoked sausage, chicken, crawfish, tomato-cream sauce and penne. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Original Pierre Maspero’s

440 Chartres St., (504) 524-8990; www.originalpierremasperos.com A crispy potato cake is topped with Parmesan, herbs, two fried eggs, applewood-smoked bacon and grilled tomatoes. Fried chicken breast is served on a Belgian waffle with honey-Tabasco glaze. No reservations. Breakfast Fri.Mon., lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Pagoda Cafe

1430 Dorgenois St., (504) 6444178; www.pagodacafe.net Ali’s turkey roll features Moroccan-spiced turkey, currants and herbs in a puff pastry served with house-made tomato relish. Fried lemon grass tofu tops a salad of arugula, cucumbers, pickled carrots, cilantro, peanuts and green onion-mint dressing. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Parrot Pete’s

Fountain Park Centre, 1901 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 3629780; www.parrotpetes.com Grilled shrimp are served over grits with andouille, onion, bell pepper, tomato, cheddar cheese and house-made sauce. The Be Good to My Heart omelet is made with egg whites, baby spinach, tomatoes and mushrooms sauteed in olive oil. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch

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Pelican Cafe

3901 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 5104367; www.pelicancafenola.com The Fungi burger is topped with mushroom cream sauce, grilled onions, tomatoes, lettuce and Swiss cheese. Pelican’s Roost salad features boiled shrimp in crab-boil mayonnaise over romaine lettuce with warm smoked sausage croutons. No reservations. Breakfast Thu.-Sun., lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Petite Amelie

900 Royal St., (504) 412-8065; www.cafeamelie.com/ petite-amelie.html The Classic breakfast sandwich features oven-baked eggs, Vermont white cheddar, local ham, tomato and mayonnaise on ciabatta. The Petite Cubano is filled with ham, pork loin, cheese, poblano pepper and mustard on baguette. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Thu.-Sun. Credit cards. $

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Citywide; www.lovepuccinos.com Eggs Puccino is an English muffin filled with ham, egg and cheese. House-made chicken salad tops a salad of romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan and citrus-basil vinaigrette. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Red Gravy

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125 Camp St., (504) 5618844; www.redgravycafe.com Sicilian egg pie is a pastry of shirred eggs, cream and cheese served with fruit. Sweet dishes include daily skillet cake specials, such as a Mardi Gras version topped with colored sugar. Reservations accepted. Brunch Wed.Mon. Credit cards. $$

Remoulade

309 Bourbon St., (504) 523-0377; www.remoulade.com The menu includes po-boys, burgers, fried seafood baskets and more. Barbecue shrimp are shell-on Gulf shrimp baked in peppery

butter sauce. Blackened catfish is served with crab-boiled potatoes and French bread. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

Riccobono’s Panola Street Cafe

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

Riccobono’s Peppermill

3524 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 455-2266; www.riccobonospeppermill.com Eggplant Madelaine features pan-fried eggplant medallions topped with stewed Roma tomatoes and Pecorino Romano cheese served with spaghetti. Jumbo lump crab cakes are topped with poached eggs and hollandaise and served with potatoes. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Wed.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Rue de la Course

1140 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 861-4343; www. ruedelacourse.com The coffee shop serves breakfast sandwiches featuring eggs, bacon, sausage or ham and a choice of cheeses on locally made bagels. The Marigny sandwich is served on a bagel with sun-dried tomato cream cheese, avocado, sprouts, lettuce and tomatoes. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

St. James Cheese Company

641 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 304-1485; 5004 Prytania St., (504) 8994737; www.stjamescheese.com The Warehouse District cafe serves the Always Sunny sandwich, featuring roast beef, Gruyere cheese, sweet peppers

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and caramelized onions with Dijon mustard on a toasted onion brioche. The Uptown cheese shop features a winter vegetable salad with roasted vegetables with goat cheese, pea shoots and balsamic reduction. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Satsuma Cafe

3218 Dauphine St., (504) 304-5962; 7901 Maple St., (504) 309-5557; www.satsumacafe.com The coffeeshop offers coffee drinks, freshly squeezed juices, baked goods and more. The bacon, cheese and egg breakfast sandwich is served on a croissant, bagel or toast. The special BLT includes bacon, tomato, arugula, goat cheese and avocado on sourdough or wheat bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Seed

1330 Prytania St., (504) 302-2599; www.seedyourhealth.com Raw pad thai combines cucumber noodles, shredded carrots, cilantro, green onions, sprouts and almond-tamarind sauce. Artichoke cakes consist of hearts of palm, roasted corn, red pepper, green onions, garlic, gluten-free panko and Buffalo sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $

The Silver Whistle Cafe

Pontchartrain Hotel, 2031 St. Charles Ave., (504) 323-1455; www.silverwhistlecafe.com Baked goods include the Pontchartrain Hotel’s signature blueberry muffins. The breakfast poboy features scrambled eggs, white cheddar cheese, andouille and Sriracha hollandaise on toasted French bread and comes with hash browns. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$

The Standard

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poached eggs and black pepper gravy. The Bayou Benny features andouille sausage and fried oysters over a baguette with poached eggs and bearnaise. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

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bananas, whipped cream, chocolate sauce and sliced almonds. Sauteed mushrooms and caramelized onions top a savory waffle with melted Muenster cheese and cracked black pepper. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Sun.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Who Dat Coffee Cafe

1418 Magazine St., (504) 524-3828; 4807 Magazine St., (504) 895-5757; www.surreysnola.com Bananas Foster French toast is filled with banana cream cheese and topped with bananas, brown sugar rum sauce and powdered sugar. Shrimp and grits features Gulf shrimp atop a bowl of grits with New Orleans-style barbecue sauce, bacon, scallions and French bread croutons. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

2401 Burgundy St., (504) 872-0360; www.whodatcoffeecafellc.com Da Crab Bene features two crab cakes topped with poached eggs and Creole hollandaise on ciabatta served with fruit. The Veggie Da’Light sandwich includes spinach, Roma tomatoes, red onions and feta cheese on grilled ciabatta. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$

Terrazu Cafe

611 O’Keefe Ave., (504) 509-7334; www.willajean.com New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp top grilled sourdough bread with melted burrata cheese. Chicken pot pie is served in a skillet and features roasted chicken, winter root vegetables and chicken gravy topped with a traditional pie crust. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 129, (504) 287-0877; www.terrazu.net A whole-wheat wrap is stuffed with grilled chicken breast, applewood-smoked bacon, melted fontina, avocado, tomato, romaine and cilantro-lime spread. Grilled chicken breast tops a salad of baby spinach, kale salad, grape tomatoes, avocado, red radish, blue cheese, pickled jalapeno and lemon vinaigrette. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Toast

1845 Gentilly Blvd., (504) 351-3664; 5433 Laurel St., (504) 267-3260; www.toastneworleans.com Aebleskivers are puffed pancake balls topped with powdered sugar and maple syrup, lemon curd, jam, Nutella or caramel. Grilled hanger steak is served with eggs, potatoes and tarragon aioli. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Waffles on Maple

7712 Maple St., (504) 304-2662; www.wafflesonmaple.com The Monkey Madness waffle is topped with

Willa Jean

CAJUN Bon Ton Cafe

house-made chips. The boudin burger features a half-pound boudin patty topped with pimiento cheese on garlic Texas toast served with sweet potato fries. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Tue. and Thu.-Fri., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Cochon

930 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 588-2123; www.cochonrestaurant.com Chefs Donald Link and Stephen Stryjewski serve updated Cajun dishes. Smoked pork ribs in house-made barbecue sauce are served with pickled watermelon rind relish. The Louisiana cochon is a pulled pork patty served with cabbage, pickled peaches and cracklings. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Galliano Restaurant

200 Julia St., (504) 3244065; www.gallianorestaurant.com Pork chop LaPlace is an andouille-stuffed Two Run Farm chop topped with pickled red onions and tiger sauce and served with cornbread dressing and red beans. The seafood platter includes crab-stuffed Gulf fish, fried Louisiana oysters and New Orleans barbecue shrimp sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Jan’s Cajun Restaurant

401 Magazine St., (504) 524-3386; www.thebontoncafe.com Redfish Bon Ton is a sauteed black drum fillet served with jumbo lump crabmeat and lemon-butter sauce. Oysters Alvin are deepfried Louisiana oysters served over rice with a beef stock reduction and lemon. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$$

4831 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte, (504) 689-2748; www.facebook.com/ janscajunrestaurant Chicken Parmesan is topped with housemade tomato sauce and served over angel hair pasta with salad and garlic bread. Shrimp and sausage gumbo is served over rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Cheezy Cajun

416 Chartres St., (504) 596-2530; www.kpauls.com Blackened Louisiana drum is topped with crabmeat and served with chipotle compound butter, mashed potatoes and vegetables. Blackened twin beef

3325 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-0045; www.thecheezycajun.com The Cheezy club includes turkey, roast beef, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and mayonnaise and a side of

K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen

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1490; www.14parishes.com The Jamaican menu includes jerk chicken, curries, oxtail stew, rice and peas and more. St. Ann chicken curry is made with pumpkin, sweet potato and mirliton. No reservations. Late lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Boswell’s Jamaican Grill

3521 Tulane Ave., (504) 482-6600 Jerk chicken comes with plantains and two sides. Oxtail stew is served with broad beans and plantains. Lunch is served buffet style. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Churros Cafe

3100 Kingman St., Suite 104, Metairie, (504) 885-6516 Slow-roasted pork is marinated in sour orange, garlic and herbs. Grilled sirloin steak is marinated in sour orange, garlic, onion and cilantro and topped with sauteed onions. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

El Libre

Cajun catfish Mulate’s features a grilled catfish fillet topped with crawfish etouffee, plus jambalaya, a baked potato and coleslaw at Mulate’s.

tenderloin medallions are served with debris sauce, potatoes and vegetables. Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Lula Restaurant Distillery

1532 St. Charles Ave., (504) 266-2230; www.lulanola.com The distillery produces clear rum, gin and vodka on the premises. Braised rabbit is served with white beans, pickled pork and herb breadcrumbs. House-made boudin fills egg rolls served with molasses-fig sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Mulate’s Cajun Restaurant

201 Julia St., (504) 5221492; www.mulates.com Catfish Mulate’s is grilled

catfish topped with crawfish etouffee and served with jambalaya, coleslaw and a twice-baked potato. Catfish Cecilia is a grilled catfish fillet stuffed with crabmeat dressing served with jambalaya, coleslaw and a twice-baked potato. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Toups’ Meatery

845 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 252-4999; www.toupsmeatery.com Gulf seafood Couvillion comes with Louisiana fish, shrimp and crab-fat rice. Braised lamb neck is served with black-eyed pea ragout and shaved pickled fennel. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Tres Bon Cajun Meats

10316 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, (504) 405-

5355; www.tresbonmeats.com Stuffed boudin balls are made in-house. For a Saturday special, cochon de lait is available on a platter with two sides. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Wayne Jacob’s Smokehouse & Restaurant 769 W. Fifth St., LaPlace, (985) 6529990; www.wjsmokehouse.com The Smokehouse platter includes half of a slowsmoked chicken, brisket, ribs, smoked sausage, house-made barbecue sauce and cheddar grits. Stuffed crab Benedict features blue crab stuffing, poached eggs, hollandaise, grits and a crackling biscuit. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Thu.Fri., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

CARIBBEAN/CUBAN 14 Parishes

1638 Clio St., (504) 814-

508 Dumaine St., (504) 309-2699; www.ellibrenola.com Pollo de Libre features chicken slow-cooked in mojo sauce served with rice, black beans, avocado and roasted corn. Pollo Flaco is a sandwich with chicken, corn, Swiss cheese and avocado. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Island Paradise Restaurant & Grill

635 Kepler St., Gretna; (504) 227-5544 The restaurant serves dishes from Trinidad and Tobago and other Caribbean islands. Braised oxtail stew is made with peppers, green onions, garlic, cilantro and thyme. Jerk chicken is served over a salad of hard-boiled egg, lettuce, tomatoes, bell peppers, cheddar cheese and jerk sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Vazquez Seafood & Po-boy Restaurant

515 E. Boston St., Covington, (985) 893-9336;

www.vazquezpoboy.com Cuban specialties include roast pork served with black beans, rice and fried plantains. Lima beans are served with breaded pork chops and salad. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Mon.Fri. Credit cards and checks. $$

CHINESE August Moon

875 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 302-7977; www.moonnola.com; 3635 Prytania St., (504) 899-5129; www.augustmoonuptown.com Lobster is served with ginger-scallion sauce. Roasted half duck comes with five Chinese buns. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Manhattan Boulevard: lunch and dinner daily. Prytania Street: lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

China Orchid Restaurant

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

China Rose

3501 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie, (504) 887-3295; www.chinaroseno.com China Rose Jumbo Lucky Shrimp is 12 jumbo shrimp cooked with scallions and ginger in house-made special sauce. Spicy shredded pork is served with garlic-pepper sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Five Happiness

3605 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 482-3935; www.fivehappiness.com The extensive menu includes dishes from many regional Chinese cuisines. Fried tilapia is served with vegetables and ginger, garlic and scallion sauce. Shrimp are sauteed with corn, mushrooms and snow peas. Delivery available. Reservations accepted

for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Fong’s Chinese & Cantonese Restaurant 2101 Williams Blvd., Suite G, Kenner, (504) 467-9928 Fong’s Triple Treat is a stir-fry of shrimp, pork, chicken and vegetables. White meat chicken is served with Fong’s General sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Jung’s Golden Dragon

3009 Magazine St., (504) 891-8280; www.jungsgoldendragonii.com The Chinese New Year menu features lightly fried pork tenderloin with a pungent sweet-andsour sauce. Barbecued lamb chops are served with a special housemade sauce. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Red’s Chinese

3048 St. Claude Ave., (504) 304-6030; www.redschinese.com “Craw” rangoons are deep-fried wontons filled with Creole cream cheese and crawfish tails and served with spicy honey and diced jalapenos. General’s chicken is fried chicken served with bourbon-soy sauce, peanuts and cilantro. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Trey Yuen Cuisine of China

600 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 6264476; 2100 N. Morrison Blvd., Hammond, (985) 345-6789; www. treyyuen.com Ground pork, eggplant and diced sweet onions are stir-fried in spicy brown bean sauce. Fried boneless chicken is served with Chinese vegetables. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

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shells with ricotta filling, chocolate and pistachios. Stracciatella is an Italian version of chocolate chip gelato. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Bakery Bar

1179 Annunciation St., (504) 265-8884; www.facebook.com/ bakerybar Banana bread French toast is served with whipped cane syrup yogurt, caramelized bananas and walnuts. Desserts include doberge cake, Key lime pie, Velvet Elvis cake with peanut butter and bacon fondant, salty caramel balls and more. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night Tue.-Sun., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

The Bean Gallery

637 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 324-8176; www.thebeangallery.net The Healthy bagel comes with avocado, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions and Swiss cheese. The Mid-City sandwich features turkey or roast beef with Swiss cheese, red onions, roasted red peppers, spinach and mustard on ciabatta. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Blue Dot Donuts

4301 Canal St., (504) 218-4866; www.bluedotdonuts.com Original doughnut flavors include banana-Nutella, orange cream, peanut butter and jelly, blueberry, wedding cake and chocolate coconut. There also are maple-glazed long Johns, doughnut holes, buttermilk drops, bear claws and more. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Bop’s Frozen Custard

2660 Florida St., Suite K, Mandeville, (985) 7275003; www.bopsfrozencustard.com Hot chocolate is made with custard milk. A warm piece of Randazzo’s Camellia City king cake is served with a scoop of vanilla custard. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CC’s Community Coffee House

Citywide; www.ccscoffee.com

The selection of baked goods includes cookies, scones, muffins and more. Mochasippi is a creamy frozen espresso drink topped with whipped cream. Tea lattes feature hot tea topped with steamed milk and froth. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Credit cards. $

Cafe Du Monde

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

French Press Coffeehouse

2120 David Drive, Metairie, (504) 456-7835; 3236 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 3050276; 3238 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 598-5274; www.frenchpresscoffeehouse.net The chicken wrap features grilled chicken, red peppers, tomatoes, lettuce, Swiss cheese and pesto in a wheat tortilla. Pesto chicken salad includes grilled chicken, spinach, lettuce, Parmesan, tomatoes, cucumber and creamy pesto-Parmesan dressing. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Gambino’s Bakery

300 Lapalco Blvd., Gretna, (504) 391-0600; 4821 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 885-7500; www.gambinos.com Doberge cakes are six-layer butter cakes with chocolate, caramel, strawberry or lemon custard filling and fondant icing. Praline-flavored cake balls are dipped in white chocolate. King cakes are available. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Hey! Cafe & Coffee Roastery

4332 Magazine St., (504) 891-8682; www.heycafe.biz The cafe serves local bagels from Humble Bagel with vegan spread or vegetable, scallion or plain cream cheese. Gluten-free blueberry muffins are supplied by Girls Gone Vegan. No

reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

ervations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

The Kupcake Factory

Citywide; www.pjscoffee.com There are baked goods including croissants, pastries, muffins and more. Granitas are slushy frozen coffee drinks and are available with chocolate or caramel. Velvet Ices are blended frozen drinks in mocha, vanilla or chai flavors topped with whipped cream. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

911 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 570-6420; 3319 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 4648884; 6233 S. Claiborne Ave., (504) 267-3328; www.thekupcakefactory.com The cinnamon pecan cupcake features caramel pecan filling and cream cheese frosting. The Samoa cupcake is made with yellow caramel cake, toasted coconut, chocolate and caramel. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Laurel Street Bakery

2701 S. Broad St., (504) 897-0576; www.laurelstreetbakery.com The California breakfast sandwich features scrambled egg, cheese, tomato, avocado and shallot cream cheese on a bagel or croissant. Cobb salad is made with chopped honey-maple turkey, ham, bacon, hard-boiled egg, white cheddar cheese, tomato, avocado, mixed greens and apple cider vinaigrette and is served with toasted ciabatta. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Maple Street Patisserie

7638 Maple St., (504) 304-1526; www.facebook.com/ maplest- patisserie The bakery offers seasonal items such as various types of king cakes, donuts covered with purple, green and gold sugar and petit fours. There also are breads, bagels, croissants, muffins and more. No reservations. Breakfast Tue.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Nonna Randazzo’s Italian Bakery

925 E. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 6840090; 2033 N. Highway 190, Suite F, Covington, (985) 893-1488; 22022 Marshall Road, Mandeville, (985) 8982444; www.nonnarandazzo.com Plain and cream cheese King cakes are available with pecan praline, strawberry and apple fillings. Plain cream cheese cakes also are available. Baked goods include bread, fruit pies, cookies, petit fours and more. No res-

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Pinkberry

Citywide; www.pinkberry.com Frozen yogurt flavors include strawberry, mango, blood orange, salted caramel, pistachio, gingerbread, pumpkin and more. Strawberry-banana smoothies are blended with Greek yogurt. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Shake Sugary

3304 St. Claude Ave., (504) 355-9345; www. shakesugary.com Vegan biscuits and gravy features gluten-free biscuits topped with mushroom gravy. Vegan banana-chocolate chip tea bread is made with fresh bananas and baked daily. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Sucre

622 Conti St., (504) 2677098; 3025 Magazine St., (504) 520-8311; Lakeside Shopping Center, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 834-2277; www.shopsucre.com These sweet shops serve chocolates, cookies, pastries, marshmallows and more. French-style macarons are airy cookie sandwiches filled with mousse. Sorbet and gelato are available in flavors such as brown butter pecan, chocolate, coconut, strawberry and raspberry. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Wink’s Bakery & Bistro

500 Port of Orleans Place, (504) 309-2481; 1218 Decatur St., (504) 309-2481; winksbakery.com The bakery is known for its buttermilk drops and also serves donuts and king cakes. Breakfast

sandwiches include eggs and a choice of meat on toast. No reservations. Credit cards. $

CONTEMPORARY Ale on Oak

8124 Oak St., (504) 3246558; www.aleonoak.com Two Run Farm beef and mozzarella top french fries. Brisket tacos are filled with red cabbage slaw, jalapenos and hot sauce crema. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Allegro Bistro

Energy Centre, 1100 Poydras St., Suite 150, (504) 582-2350; www.allegrobistro.com The bacon, oyster and brie po-boy features fried Louisiana oysters, applewood-smoked bacon and spicy garlic aioli with arugula and Creole tomatoes on French bread. Bistro chicken features a roasted chicken breast served with mashed potatoes, sauteed corn and vegetables. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

Angeline

Hotel Provincial, 1032 Chartres St., (504) 308-3106; www.angelinenola.com Chef Alex Harrell serves Southern dishes with Northern Mediterranean accents like crispy cauliflower florets with olivade aioli and sheep’s milk cheese. Smoked lamb shoulder is served with sorghum dumplings, roasted mushrooms, spring peas, gremolata and parsley oil. Reservations accepted. Dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Fri.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Apolline

4729 Magazine St., (504) 894-8881; www.apollinerestaurant.com A cold-smoked Beeler’s pork chop is served with haricots verts, marchand de vin and fried shallots. Seared diver scallops are served with Gulf shrimp, corn maque choux, lardons and San Marzano tomatoes. Reservations accepted. Brunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Bacobar

70437 Highway 21, Suite 100, Covington, (985) 893-2450; www.bacobar-

nola.com Asteamed bao bun is filled with chipotle-agave beef brisket debris, Brussels sprouts, lime-onion relish and shallots. Spiced sesame Gulf tuna is served with fried brown rice, shiitake mushrooms, sweet potato puree, Tuscan kale and pickled vegetables. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Bar Frances

4525 Freret St., (504) 371-5043; www.barfrances.com Mushroom toast is made with Bellegarde country loaf, mushroom duxelle and grilled and pickled mushrooms. Grilled hanger steak comes with french fries, garlic aioli and arugula. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. $$$

Bayona

430 Dauphine St., (504) 525-4455; www.bayona.com Veal sweetbreads are served with lemon-caper sauce or sherry-mustard butter. Peppered lamb loin is served with goat cheese and zinfandel sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Bistreaux

Maison Dupuy, 1001 Toulouse St., (504) 5868000; www.maisondupuy.com/dining Smoked duck tops a salad of baby greens, blueberries, toasted pecans, Cashel blue cheese and blueberry-balsamic vinaigrette. Barbecue shrimp and grits features an Abita Amber barbecue sauce and Creole cream cheese tasso grits. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Broussard’s

819 Conti St., (504) 5813866; www.broussards.com Gulf shrimp are served with Creole remoulade. Filet mignon comes with Yukon gold mashed potatoes and housemade Worcestershire sauce. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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Cafe Adelaide & Swizzle Stick Bar

Loews New Orleans Hotel, 300 Poydras St., (504) 595-3305; www.cafeadelaide.com Smoked fennel-crusted pork prime rib is served with smashed white beans and andouille over smokehouse pork jus. A blueberry-allspice waffle is topped with a soft poached egwg and braised duck and served with whiskey-spiked syrup and Grand Marnier duck jus. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Cafe Amelie

912 Royal St., (504) 412-8965; www.cafeamelie.com Amelie oysters are topped with creamed spinach and artichokes and served on house-made crostini. Wild-caught Atlantic salmon is served with roasted fingerling potatoes, asparagus and horseradish cream. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Henri

800 Louisa St., (504) 302-2357; www.henri.cafe Chicken and dumplings features slow-roasted chicken leg with black pepper dumplings and chicken jus. Seasonal vegetable farrotto is creamy farro with seasonal Covey Rise vegetables, hazelnuts, saba and pecorino. No reservations. Lunch

and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

The Caribbean Room

Pontchartrain Hotel, 2031 St. Charles Ave., (504) 323-1500; www.thecaribbeanroom.com Wild boar and dumplings features roasted cured boar shoulder in smoked pork and tomato broth with rutabaga, parsnips, carrots and potato dumplings. Braised short rib and smoked mozzarella fill ravioli served with black kale, roasted tomatoes and pomodoro consomme. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Carrollton Market

8132 Hampson St., (504) 252-9928; www.carrolltonmarket.com Pan-roasted sea scallops are served with sweet potato puree, mustard frill and grapefruit beurre blanc. Oysters Goodenough are flashfried oysters served with Benton’s bacon, creamed leeks and bearnaise. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Cavan

3607 Magazine St., (504) 509-7655; www.cavannola.com Tomato toast is topped with goat cheese, thyme-roasted tomatoes, bacon marmalade and arugula. Shrimp is sauteed with beer, black pepper, Old Bay, rosemary, lemon and garlic and served in the skillet with grilled lemon and a house-made Hawaiian roll. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

CellarDoor

916 Lafayette St., (504) 265-8392; www.cellardoornola.com Seared sea scallops are served over Mexican street corn, jalapenos, cebollita salad, cilantro and Cotija cheese. Duck confit tacos are made with satsuma, grilled kale slaw, Cotija cheese

and corn tortillas. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Chais Delachaise

7708 Maple St., (504) 510-4509; www.chaisdelachaise.com Lamb sliders are dressed with harissa tahini and sumac-pickled onions on pastry buns and served with salad. Peel-and-eat shrimp are served with Creole spices and lemon. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, late-night Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Compere Lapin

Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery, 535 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 599-2119; www. comperelapin.com Chef Nina Compton’s menu combines Caribbean, Italian and French influences. Curried goat features goat meat slow roasted with ginger, chilies, garlic, garam masala and coconut milk served with sweet potato gnocchi and toasted cashews. Conch croquettes are served with pickled pineapple tartar sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Coquette

2800 Magazine St., (504) 265-0421; www.coquettenola.com Smoked catfish dip is cooked with broccoli, satsuma and black sesame. Poulet rouge is served with Swiss chard and smoked oyster aoili. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri., dinner daily, brunch Fri.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Dakota Restaurant

629 N. Highway 190, Covington, (985) 8923712; www.thedakotarestaurant.com Lamb nachos feature tomato chutney, Danish blue cheese and sweet potato. Ahi Asian tuna salad includes pickled ginger, wasabi aioli and wonton hay. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

The Delachaise

3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise.com A 12-ounce prime rib-eye is topped with Shropshire blue cheese butter and served with goose-fat french fries. Mofongo relleno de pollo guisado is mashed fried plantain stuffed with stewed chicken

In the Ace Hotel, Josephine Estelle serves many pasta and Italian dishes, including roasted chicken tortellini in broth. in roasted poblano sauce. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Emeril’s Delmonico

1300 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-4937; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/emerilsdelmonico Paneed veal bordelaise is served with linguine, jumbo lump crabmeat, artichoke, mushrooms and charred tomatoes. Pecan-glazed Colorado lamb loin is served with bourbon and lamb bacon-braised kale, black-eyed peas and pecan gremolata. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Emeril’s Restaurant

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Suite C, (504) 6093871; www.brownbutterrestaurant.com Vinegar-braised grilled beef short ribs are served over stone-ground yellow grits with arugula and boiled peanut salad. The Brunch burger features a brisket and short rib patty topped with bacon, brie, a fried egg, onion jam and arugula on a brioche bun. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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The Franklin

2600 Dauphine St., (504) 267-0640; www. thefranklinnola.com Lamb ribs are served with fig barbecue sauce, cucumber and mint. Sauteed drum is served with tarragon meuniere, grapefruit supremes and grilled asparagus. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Freret Street Beer Room

5018 Freret St., (504) 298-7468; www.freretbeerroom.com Pork cheek tagliatelle is served with roasted root vegetables, crimini mushrooms, creme fraiche and dill. Tomato-braised meatballs are served with arugula and polenta. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

Fulton Alley

600 Fulton St., (504) 208-5569; www.fultonalley.com This bowling alley’s kitchen turns out snacks, sandwiches, salads and desserts. Andouille tots are large potato tots stuffed with cheddar, rolled in andouille crumbs, fried and served with ranch dressing. Chocolate and raisin bread pudding beignets are served with vanilla ice cream and lemon-bourbon sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

GG’S Dine-O-Rama

3100 Magazine St., (504) 373-6579; www.ggsneworleans.com Jumbo shrimp are served with smoked Gouda organic yellow grits mixed with sauteed andouille, garlic, peppers and onions and topped with lobster-cognac butter sauce. Prosciutto and grilled asparagus are served with a salad of organic arugula and greens, caramelized pears, house-candied pecans, goat’s milk cheese, mustard-tarragon vin-

aigrette and a drizzle of white truffle oil. Reservations accepted for large parties. Brunch and lunch Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

Gautreau’s Restaurant

1728 Soniat St., (504) 899-7397; www.gautreausrestaurant.com Pan roasted speckled trout is served with smoked porcini mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes and brown butter vinaigrette. Sauteed shrimp and crispy pork belly features hominy, poblano peppers, Vidalia onions and green chili broth. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

The Grill Room

Windsor Court Hotel, 300 Gravier St., (504) 522-1992; www.grillroomneworleans.com A smoked Berkshire pork chop comes with sweet potato, Brussels sprouts, rye, Granny Smith apple, sage and pepitas. Seared foie gras comes with pistachio financier, strawberries, pickled watermelon rind and black currant caramel. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Josephine Estelle

Ace Hotel, 600 Carondelet St., (504) 930-3070; www.josephineestelle.com Poole’s beets are served with stracciatella, pears and Brussels sprouts and burnt orange vinaigrette. Endive salad includes citrus and pink peppercorn vinaigrette. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Kenton’s

5757 Magazine St., (504) 891-1177; www.kentonsrestaurant.com Grilled Gulf drum comes with field peas, grilled leeks and carrot brown butter sauce. The dryaged beef cheeseburger is topped with Cabot cheddar and smoked onion aioli and served with smoked beef fat fried potatoes. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Lilette

3637 Magazine St., (504) 895-1636; www.liletterestaurant.com Chef John Harris’ menu combines French and Italian influences. Butternut squash agnolotti is served with ricotta and walnut brown butter. Braised lamb shoulder features house-made semolina gnocchi and wilted spinach. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Lola

jalapeno, cucumber, carrot and Sriracha mayonnaise. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Oak

8118 Oak St., (504) 3021485; www.oaknola.com Fried Brussels sprouts are tossed with pancetta and house-made glaze. The hanger steak bruschetta is topped with red onion marmalade, chimichurri and chili oil. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Tue.-Sat., late-night Thu.Sat. Credit cards. $

517 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 892-4992; www.lolacovington.com Pepper jelly-glazed oysters are served with pork belly, feta and pickled okra. A poached yard egg tops risotto with black truffle and Parmesan. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.Fri., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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Mat & Naddie’s

312 Exchange Place, (504) 523-1504; www.pelicanclub.com Seared yellowfin tuna and sea scallops is served with haricots verts, roasted green peppercorn brandy cream, jasmine rice and plantain chips. Fried whole flounder comes with sea scallops, jumbo shrimp, citrus chili sauce, jasmine rice and baby vegetables. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

937 Leonidas St., (504) 861-9600; www.matandnaddies.com Slow-braised Home Place Pastures pork is served with Parmesan mashed potatoes, baby carrots, sauteed kale and pork demi-glaze. House-cured coppa and whipped ricotta is served with crostini and herb-infused olive oil. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.Tue. and Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Meril

424 Girod St., (504) 5263745; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/meril Emeril Lagasse’s newest restaurant offers an array of internationally inspired dishes. Sofrito-marinated turkey necks are tossed in Crystal hot sauce. Esses fettuccine is tossed with olive oil, garlic, Calabrian chilis, jumbo lump crabmeat, arugula and almonds. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Mondo

900 Harrison Ave., (504) 224-2633; www.mondoneworleans.com Grilled fish tacos come with marinated cabbage, avocado and chipotle crema. The fried shrimp banh mi is dressed with

690 Lafitte St., Mandeville, (985) 778-2529; www.opalbasil.com Gnocchi are sauteed with shrimp, cream and spices. The lobster tamale is served with chorizo, a fried egg and lobster sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Petit Lion

Troubadour Hotel, 1111 Gravier St., (504) 5185500; www.petitlionnola.com Chef Phillip Lopez’s restaurant serves roasted sea bass with potato, fennel, sauce Americaine and rouille. Scallop crudo comes with passion fruit and pink peppercorn dashi. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. $$

Primitivo

1800 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 881-1775; www.primitivonola.com Braised pork cheeks, smoked pork butt and house-made ricotta cheese dumplings are served with carbonara sauce. Grilled rib-eye is served with a roasted marrow bone, skillet beans, cremini mush-

rooms and horseradish jus. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

mushrooms and caviar. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Restaurant R’evolution

Salon Restaurant by Sucre

777 Bienville St., (504) 553-2277; www.revolutionnola.com Chefs Rick Tramonto and John Folse combine haute cuisine and refined takes on rustic dishes. Crawfish-stuffed redfish Napoleon is served with artichoke and oyster stew and a fried crawfish boulette. Triptych of quail features Southern-fried, boudin-stuffed and absinthe-glazed quail. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Rib Room

Omni Royal Orleans, 621 St. Louis St., (504) 529-7046; www.ribroomneworleans.com Chilled lobster and beet salad features baby arugula, pickled red onions, toasted pine nuts, goat cheese and verjus blanc vinaigrette. The St. Louis rib-eye is served with NOLA Brown Ale-battered onion rings and tasso-braised Southern greens. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Root / Square Root

1800 Magazine St., (504) 309-7800; www.squarerootnola.com Root’s changing menu offers dishes such as pickled shrimp and deviled eggs with pimienton and potatoes and beef and oyster tartare with Parmesan and rye toast. A charcuterie board with 15 house-made options is served with Bellegarde bread and house-made pickles. Square Root offers a prix fixe tasting menu (reservations are required). Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Rue 127

127 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 483-1571; www.rue127.com Cornmeal-fried oysters are served with Thai barbecue sauce, basil, coconut milk and pickled carrot salad. Diver scallops come with cauliflower puree, bacon, almonds, capers, shiitake

622 Conti St., (504) 2677098; www.restaurantsalon.com Croque Benedict features a soft-boiled egg over a chive biscuit with Mornay sauce, raclette cheese, Crystal hollandaise and ham, chicken or heirloom tomatoes. The molten chocolate souffle features Grand Cru Madagascar chocolate and has a warm chocolate center. Reservations recommended. Brunch Thu.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Suis Generis

3219 Burgundy St., (504) 309-7850; www.suisgeneris.com The weekly changing menu features dishes such as lemon-seared foie gras with cayenne-Romano beignets and porter-braised beef short ribs with smashed cauliflower-chickpea tahini gratin and local herb tabbouleh. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Wed.Sun., late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Sylvain

625 Chartres St., (504) 265-8123; www.sylvainnola.com Shaved Brussels sprouts are tossed with white balsamic vinaigrette and topped with sliced apples, grated Grana Padano cheese and crushed hazelnuts. House-made pappardelle pasta is topped with Bolognese — made with ground pork, beef, tomato, milk, garlic, celery, onions and carrots — and grated Grana Padano. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri., dinner daily, latenight Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Tomas Bistro

755 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 527-0942; www. tomasbistro.com Grilled pompano fillet is served with heirloom cherry tomato sauce vierge, shaved fennel and arugula salad with preserved lemon vinaigrette. The filet mignon is topped with foie gras, shaved black truffles and marchand de vin. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ PAGE 45

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and Parmesan. A tamarind-glazed double-cut pork chop is topped with green chili mole and served with sweet potatoes. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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1117 Decatur St., (504) 325-5789; www.trinityrestaurantneworleans.com The roasted polenta is topped with chanterelles, Parmesan, English peas and stewed onions. Braised pork shank is served with carrot puree, lardons, spaghetti squash and fried pickles. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Vessel NOLA

3835 Iberville St., (504) 603-2775; www.vesselnola.com Cast iron-seared octopus is served with tomato, lemon, bonito flakes and risotto-style black-eyed peas prepared with octopus stock. Two Run Farm lamb is served on lavash flatbread with bell peppers, tomato, red onions and microgreens. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

CREOLE Antoine’s Restaurant

713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com The 175-year-old Creole institution serves signature dishes such as oysters Rockefeller topped with pureed greens and seasoned breadcrumbs. Oysters Foch are served over toast with pate and Colbert sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Arnaud’s Restaurant

813 Bienville St., (504) 523-5433; www.arnaudsrestaurant.com Pan-seared potato-crusted Gulf fish is served with

sauteed fennel and Herbsaint butter. Mirliton is stuffed with squash and eggplant tapenade and served with vegetables, field peas and roasted red pepper coulis. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Cafe Reconcile

1631 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 568-1157; www.cafereconcile.org Fried catfish comes with two sides such as garlic mashed potatoes and baked macaroni and cheese; crawfish sauce is an optional addition. Bananas Foster bread pudding is served for dessert. Delivery available for large orders. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Cafe Sbisa

1011 Decatur St., (504) 522-5565; www.cafesbisanola.com Trout Eugene is topped with Gulf shrimp, crawfish tails and crab fingers in Champagne cream sauce. Traditional courtbouillon features fish, shrimp, mussels and jumbo lump crabmeat in a spicy sauce. Reservations accepted. Dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$$

Clancy’s

6100 Annunciation St., (504) 895-1111; www.clancysneworleans.com Veal and ricotta meatballs are served with basil pesto and Parmesan broth. Sauteed gnocchi comes with crabmeat, wild mushrooms, fried Brussels sprouts and herb-vermouth cream. Reservations recom-

mended. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

The Court Of Two Sisters

613 Royal St., (504) 5227261; www.courtoftwosisters.com Veal Oscar comes with baby white veal cutlets, new potato mash, jumbo lump crabmeat, tasso hollandaise and steamed asparagus. Crawfish Napoleon features crawfish tails in Creole cream reduction served with an andouille grit cake and fried green tomato. Reservations recommended. Brunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Creole House Restaurant & Oyster Bar

509 Canal St., (504) 3232109; www.creolehouse-

restaurant.com Canal Street redfish is a panko-crusted fillet served with Cajun garlic sauce, sauteed shrimp and sauteed vegetables. Louisiana Benedict features poached eggs, fried oysters and applewood-smoked bacon on French bread topped with blackened hollandaise and diced tomatoes. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Dooky Chase’s Restaurant

2301 Orleans Ave., (504) 821-0600; www.dookychaserestaurant.com Redfish Orleans is topped with crabmeat and served with eggplant rice. The seafood platter features fried fish,

oysters, shrimp, stuffed crab and french fries. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $$

Galatoire’s Restaurant

209 Bourbon St., (504) 525-2021; www.galatoires.com Classic Creole fried trout meuniere amandine is a fillet topped with almonds and meuniere sauce. Galatoire Goute is a seafood sampler that includes items such as shrimp remoulade, crabmeat maison and oysters en brochette. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Gumbo Shop

630 St. Peter St., (504) 525-1486; www.gumboshop.com

In Bywater, Suis Generis offers a creative take on eggs Benedict. Seafood and okra gumbo is made with shrimp, crab, onion, bell pepper and tomato and is served over rice. Chicken espagnole is half a chicken simmered in brown sauce with mushrooms, shallots, wine and garlic and served over rice with vegetables. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Li’l Dizzy’s Cafe

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MeMe’s Bar & Grille

712 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 644-4992; www.memesbarandgrille.com Grilled oysters are cooked four ways including Rockefeller, Bangkok, char-grilled and topped with blue cheese and bacon. New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp are served over stone-ground Carolina grits with Creole sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Mother’s Restaurant

401 Poydras St., (504) 523-9656; www.mothersrestaurant.net The Ferdi po-boy is loaded with roast beef debris, baked ham, shredded cabbage, pickles, mayonnaise and yellow and Creole mustards. Entrees include chicken and sausage jambalaya, crawfish etouffee, red beans and rice, seafood gumbo and more. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

New Orleans Creole Cookery

508 Toulouse St., (504) 524-9632; www.neworleanscreolecookery.com Pan-seared snapper Pontchartrain is topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and hollandaise and served with green beans and garlic roasted potatoes. Duck Lafitte is duck breast topped with raspberry compote and served with Creole risotto and grilled asparagus. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Neyow’s Creole Cafe

3340 Bienville St., (504) 827-5474 The 10-ounce rib-eye comes with parsley potatoes and vegetables. Pasta Bienville is grilled chicken with cream sauce over penne pasta. Reservations accepted.

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

The Praline Connection

542 Frenchmen St., (504) 943-3934; www.pralineconnection.com Fried chicken livers are served with sweet hot pepper jelly. Jambalaya is seasoned with ham, sausage and vegetables and comes with stewed greens and a choice of cornbread, beans, macaroni and cheese or potato salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Upperline Restaurant

1413 Upperline St., (504) 891-9822; www.upperline.com The menu of original and classic Creole dishes includes fried green tomatoes with shrimp remoulade. Slow-roasted duck and andouille etouffee is served with jalapeno cornbread and pepper jelly. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Willie Mae’s Scotch House

2401 St. Ann St., (504) 822-9503; Willie Mae’s Grocery & Deli, 7457 St. Charles Ave., (504) 417-5424; www.williemaesnola.com Willie Mae’s is known for its fried chicken. Vegan and vegetarian sides include red beans and rice, mashed potatoes and macaroni and cheese. Bread pudding is served with chocolate rum sauce. No reservations. St. Ann Street: Lunch Mon.-Sat. St. Charles Avenue: Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

DELI Breaux Mart

Citywide; www. breauxmart.com The deli counter’s rotating lunch specials include red beans and rice with a pork chop, chicken-fried steak with mashed potatoes and gravy, fried or baked catfish with macaroni and cheese and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Canseco’s Market

1519 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 8355979; 3135 Esplanade Ave., (504) 322-2594; 5217 Elysian Fields Ave., (504) 218-8426; www. cansecos.com Deli sandwiches include a pressed Cuban filled with marinated pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard. Ramen options include tonkotsu, miso and shoyu ramen. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

Cochon Butcher

930 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 588-7675; www. cochonbutcher.com Chefs Donald Link and Stephen Stryjewski serve house-made Cajun and Italian cured meats and charcuterie. The Cochon muffuletta includes house-made mortadella, capicola, Genoa salami, provolone and giardiniera on a sesame seed bun. The Gambino features house-cured Italian meats, arugula, onions and herb vinaigrette on ciabatta. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Crabby Jack’s

428 Jefferson Highway, (504) 833-2722; www. crabbyjacksnola.com The slow-roasted duck po-boy is dressed with duck gravy and green apple coleslaw. Fried green tomatoes and shrimp remoulade fill a po-boy. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Dorignac’s Food Center

710 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 834-8216; www. dorignacs.com Changing daily specials include fried chicken, red beans and rice with smoked sausage, country-fried steak with white gravy and baked redfish with mashed potatoes. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

Guillory’s Deli & Tamales

3708 Derbigny St., Metairie, (504) 833-1390; www.guillorysdeliandtamales.com The Cuban sandwich includes pulled pork, ham, Swiss cheese,

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sausage and smoked ham in spicy broth served with rice. The hot sausage po-boy is served on toasted French bread. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

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T.A.S.T.E. sandwich, filled with fried turkey, avocado, sprouts, tomato, fried egg and chipotle aioli on Gracious Bakery ciabatta bread. The Gordy is made with mojo pork shoulder, ham, Swiss cheese, spicy pickles and Dijon mustard on Cuban bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

The Quarter Master

1100 Bourbon St., (504) 529-1416; www.quartermasterdeli.net The club sandwich features turkey, ham, bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce and tomato. Barbecued pork ribs are served with baked beans and potato salad. Delivery available. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Cash only. $

Qwik Chek Deli & Catering

Mango chicken is served with naan at Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine. pickles and mustard on French bread. The hot tamale po-boy features tamales, chili and cheese on French bread. No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery

3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-2010; www.koshercajun.com The J&N Special features corned beef, pastrami, horseradish, mustard and coleslaw on rye and is served hot. Turkey and liver are served on rye with onions. Delivery available. No reserva-

tions. Breakfast and lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Thu. Credit cards and checks. $$

La Bella’s

2118 Third St., Kenner, (504) 466-4675; www.labellascatering.com The Italian sub includes Genoa salami, mortadella, prosciutto, ham, melted provolone, house vinaigrette, lettuce and tomato on seeded French bread. Meatballs and Italian sausage are served over pasta with red gravy and Romano cheese. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $$

Mardi Gras Zone

2706 Royal St., (504) 947-8787; www.mardigraszone.com There’s a deli counter offering sandwiches,

muffulettas and entrees such as jambalaya, lasagne and meatloaf. Wood-fired pizzas are available with pepperoni, sausage, spinach, feta and other toppings. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Martin Wine Cellar

714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, (504) 896-7350; 3827 Baronne St., (504) 8947444; www.martinwinecellar.com The Baronne salad features pulled oven-roasted chicken, tomatoes, roasted red peppers and avocado over hearts of romaine with green goddess dressing. The Cedric sandwich includes sliced roasted chicken breast, Swiss cheese, spinach, red onions, tomatoes and mayonnaise on seven-grain bread.

No reservations. Lunch daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $

McAlister’s Deli

Citywide; www.mcalistersdeli.com The Cuban sandwich features pulled pork, Black Forest ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles and yellow mustard on a grilled baguette. The Southwestern Cobb salad includes grilled chicken, roasted corn and poblano pepper relish, guacamole, cheddar Jack cheese, tomatoes and tortilla chips. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Part & Parcel

611 O’Keefe Ave., Suite C8, (504) 827-1090; www.partandparcelnola.com Chef Phillip Lopez’s gourmet deli serves the

2018 Clearview Parkway, Metairie, (504) 4566362; www.qwikchekdeliandcatering.com House-cooked roast beef fills a po-boy dressed with lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise and gravy on French bread. For a daily special, house-made meatballs and spaghetti are served with red gravy and Italian green beans. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Rouses

Citywide; www.shop.rouses.com Many locations have soup and salad bars, pizza, sandwiches, burritos, sushi, Asian noodle dishes and more. The Zydeco Fest panino features blackened chicken salad, lettuce, tomato and spicy aioli. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and

dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

Stein’s Market and Deli 2207 Magazine St., (504) 527-0771; www.steinsdeli.net The Sam sandwich includes pastrami, Swiss cheese, house-made coleslaw and Russian dressing on Jewish rye bread. The Reuben comes with hot corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing on rye. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun., early dinner Tue.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $$

Tag’s Meat Market & Deli

1207 E. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 277-6594 The Butcher Boy special includes a Butcher Boy burger, french fries and a soft drink. A Thursday lunch special features a 12- to 14-ounce rib-eye served with fries and bread. No reservations. Lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Verti Marte

1201 Royal St., (504) 525-4767 The All That Jazz po-boy fills grilled French bread with ham, turkey, shrimp, American and Swiss cheeses, grilled mushrooms, tomatoes and house sauce. Barbecued ribs are served with macaroni and cheese, baked beans and two vegetable sides. Delivery available. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Cash only. $$

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salad on Italian bread. Shrimp remoulade salad features boiled Louisiana shrimp, romaine lettuce, parsley, tomatoes, green onions, boiled egg and remoulade. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Whole Foods Market

300 N. Broad St., (504) 434-3364; 3420 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-8225; 3450 Highway 190, Suite B, Mandeville, (985) 231-3328; 5600 Magazine St., (504) 899-9119; www.wholefoodsmarket.com Prepared food options include pizza, baked goods, sandwiches, a salad bar and more. Smoked mozzarella pasta salad features penne, spinach, roasted red peppers, smoked mozzarella, Parmesan and parsley. Salmon is available grilled or roasted. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Zara’s Lil’ Giant Supermarket & Po-boys

4838 Prytania St., (504) 895-0581; www.zarasmarket.com House-made chicken salad features chicken breast, green onions, Tony Chachere’s seasoning, mayonnaise and apples. The muffuletta includes ham, salami, cheese and olive salad on a seeded loaf. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

DINER Belle’s Diner

1122 Decatur St., (504) 566-6003; www.bellesdinerneworleans.com The Bayou Bomber sandwich features hot sausage, egg and American cheese on brioche. Elvis waffles and pancakes are topped with chocolate, bacon and banana. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily, late-night Fri-Sat. Credit cards. $

Brothers Cafe

1502 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, (504) 366-1073; www.brotherscafe.net A breakfast platter

includes two eggs, grits, a choice of meat and a biscuit. The Kelly shrimp burger features fried shrimp, Swiss cheese, remoulade, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and mayonnaise and is served with sweet potato fries and raspberry-chipotle sauce. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

City Diner

3116 S. I-10 Service Road East, Metairie, (504) 8311030; www.citydiner.biz The Bottom of the Bowl is a bread bowl filled with crawfish, shrimp and crabmeat in Cajun cream sauce and topped with cheddar and pepper Jack cheeses and green onions. Oysters St. John features a bed of hash browns topped with fried oysters, eggs, bacon, andouille, sauteed spinach and hollandaise. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Deja Vu Bar & Grill

400 Dauphine St., (504) 523-1931; www.dejavunola.com The Deja Vu omelet is filled with diced ham, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, tomatoes and cheddar cheese. The hamburger steak platter includes sauteed onions, mushrooms and brown gravy. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

IHOP

Citywide; www.ihop.com The breakfast sampler features two eggs, two strips of bacon, two pork sausage links, ham, hash browns and two buttermilk pancakes. A blue cheese bacon burger is served with fries, onion rings, hash browns or fruit. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

The Ruby Slipper

900 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1010; www.clovergrill.com The burger features a 7-ounce patty dressed to order; bacon or a fried egg are optional additions. The special club sandwich includes turkey, smoked ham, bacon, cheddar and Swiss cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes and mayonnaise on three slices of toasted bread. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

139 S. Cortez St., (504) 525-9355; 200 Magazine St., (504) 525-9355; 1005 Canal St., (504) 525-9355; 2001 Burgundy St., (504) 525-9355; 2802 Magazine St., (504) 525-9355; www.therubyslippercafe.net Cochon Benedict features slow-cooked pork, eggs and hollandaise on a biscuit. Gulf fish St. Peter is served with skewered shrimp, sauteed grape tomatoes, spinach, dill hollandaise and a fried cheese grit cake. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $$

Daisy Dukes

St. Charles Tavern

Clover Grill

121 Chartres St., (504) 561-5171; 123 Carondelet St., (504) 5222218; 308 St. Charles Ave., (504) 522-2233; 5209 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 8835513; www.daisydukesrestaurant.com The Cajun omelet is filled with cheese, onions, parsley, hot sausage, tomato, paprika and cracked pepper. A blackened center-cut pork chop is served with gumbo, fried green tomatoes and a biscuit. Delivery available in the French Quarter and CBD. No reservations. Hours vary by location; Chartres and Carondelet streets locations are open 24 hours. Credit cards. $

1433 St. Charles Ave., (504) 523-9823 The seafood plate features fried catfish, fried shrimp, a crab cake, french fries and coleslaw. The 14-ounce rib-eye comes with a choice of loaded baked potato or french fries. Delivery available. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $$

Sweet Things & Grill

301 N. Broad St., (504) 218-7544; 806 Conti St., (504) 510-4069; 1011 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8341845; 6617 W. Judge Perez Drive, Arabi, (504) 309-6009; www.sweetthingsdonuts.com Mini burgers dressed with mustard, onions

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and pickles can be ordered individually or in a combo with fries and a drink. The Big Breakfast includes two eggs, bacon or sausage, grits or hash browns and toast or a biscuit. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

Ted’s Frostop

3100 Calhoun St., (504) 861-3615; www.tedsfrostop.com All-you-can-eat pancakes are available with chocolate chips, blueberries or pecans and are served with butter and maple syrup. The Lot-O-Burger is dressed and served with fries. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Wakin’ Bakin’

4408 Banks St., (504) 252-0343; www.wakinbakin.com Biscuits and gravy features house-made biscuits, sausage gravy, eggs and bacon. The breakfast club includes chicken, ham, bacon, a fried egg, tomato, Swiss and cheddar cheeses on house-baked country white bread with a side of grits, hash browns, fruit or black beans. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

FONDUE The Melting Pot

1820 St. Charles Ave., Suite 120, (504) 5253225; www.meltingpot. com/new-orleans Classic Alpine fondue is made with Gruyere, raclette and fontina cheeses, white wine, garlic and nutmeg. The French Quarter platter includes Cajun seasoned filet mignon, chicken breast, Pacific white shrimp and andouille sausage cooked in broth at diners’ tables. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

FRENCH Cafe Degas

3127 Esplanade Ave., (504) 945-5635; www.cafedegas.com Duck leg confit is served with a salad of baby arugula, frisee, green apples, spiced pecans and Gorgonzola. Roasted venison chops are served with celeriac flan,

sauteed baby vegetables, mushrooms and blackberry grand veneur sauce. Reservations required. Lunch Wed.Fri., dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

In Elmwood, Nacho Mama’s serves chips, salsa, guacamole, queso and margaritas.

Ciro’s Cote Sud Restaurant

pastry. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

7918 Maple St., (504) 866-9551; www.cotesudrestaurant.com L’Ollivier pizza is topped with mozzarella, goat cheese, Greek olives, pesto, persillade and onions. Steamed mussels are served with fries and a choice of mariniere, curry, Provencale or blue cheese sauce. Delivery available. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Checks. $$

Croissant d’Or Patisserie

617 Ursulines Ave., (504) 524-4663; www.croissantdornola.com Quiche is baked with ham, leeks and heavy cream. Tarte tartin features Fuji apple slices cooked with salted caramel butter in a buttery

Flaming Torch Restaurant

737 Octavia St., (504) 895-0900; www.flamingtorchnola.com House-made crab cakes are topped with aioli. Shrimp is served in a creamy etouffee sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

La Crepe Nanou

1410 Robert St., (504) 899-2670; www.lacrepenanou.com Escargot is baked in garlic butter and served with a baguette. Grilled whole local fish is served with lemon caper beurre blanc. Reservations accepted. Dinner

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INDIAN/PAKISTANI

La Provence

Nirvana Indian Cuisine

25020 Highway 190, Lacombe, (985) 626-7662; www.laprovencerestaurant.com Roasted heirloom beet salad comes with whipped Gorgonzola, house-baked ciabatta and honey farmed on the premises. Jumbo Gulf shrimp are served with house-made tagliatelle pasta and garden greens. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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333 St. Charles Ave., (504) 378-2840; www.lukeneworleans.com Jumbo Louisiana shrimp sauteed with garlic, thyme, piquillo peppers, tomato, Creole spice, andouille and green onion pork sausages are served over roasted jalapeno grits with melted mozzarella. Rabbit and chicken liver pate is served with Creole mustard, butter pickles, pickled watermelon rind, apple-onion and sweet pepper marmalades, mustard and house-baked crostini. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

1117 Montegut St.; www.facebook.com/ n7nola There’s a menu of imported canned fish and French dishes with Asian accents. Pork katsu is panko-fried pork shoulder served over beet puree. Seared tuna is crusted with rosemary and garlic and served with yuzu dressing. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Tartine

7217 Perrier St., (504) 866-4860; www.tartineneworleans.com Egg salad Tartine is topped with avocado butter and radishes. A grilled steak sandwich features pistou, spicy aioli, pickled carrots and shallots. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

4308 Magazine St., (504) 894-9797; www. insidenirvana.com Saag Paneer features chunks of farmer’s cheese sauteed with curried spinach. The Flag of India includes butter chicken, malai kebab and saag paneer. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Saffron NOLA

505 Gretna Blvd., Suite 6, Gretna, (504) 363-2174; www.saffronnola.com Curried seafood gumbo is an Indian take on the classic Louisiana dish. Raarha masala features bone-in goat meat marinated in yogurt. Reservations recommended. Dinner Fri. Credit cards. $$

Shyan’s Kitchen

3320 Houma Blvd., Metairie, (504) 302-9901; www.facebook.com/ shyanskitchn The restaurant serves Indian and Pakistani dishes from Kashmir, including biryani, kebabs, curries, naan, pratha and more. Carrot and potato samosas get spicy heat from red chilies. Chicken tikka masala is served with raita. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine

923 Metairie Road, Suite C, Metairie, (504) 8366859; www.facebook. com/tajnola Chicken vindaloo features boneless chicken in spicy curry sauce. Masala dosa is a large rice and lentil crepe stuffed with potatoes cooked with mustard seeds and curry leaves. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

Tandoori Chicken

2916 Cleary Ave., Suite 1, Metairie, (504) 889-7880; www.tandoorichickennola.com Dishes cooked inside the restaurant’s tandoori oven include chicken tikka masala with tomato sauce and chicken breast and shish kebabs made with ground lamb with spices and herbs. Reservations recommended. Lunch and

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IRISH The Irish House

1432 St. Charles Ave., (504) 595-6755; www. theirishhouseneworleans.com Beer-battered fish and chips come with housemade tartar sauce and malt vinegar. Shepherd’s pie is filled with meat, vegetables and brown gravy, topped with melted cheddar and served with salad. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

ITALIAN Altamura

2127 Prytania St., (504) 265-8101; www.facebook.com/ altamuraatmagnoliamansion Bolognese made with beef, pork, veal, tomato, onion, celery, carrot and garlic is served over gnocchi. Osso buco features a braised veal shank cooked with celery, onions, carrots and potatoes. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$$

Amici Ristorante & Bar

3218 Magazine St., (504) 300-1250; www.amicinola.com Crab and lobster ravioli are topped with Alfredo sauce. Coal-fired pizzas include the carni Italiane pie, topped with marinara, salami, prosciutto, meatballs, capicola and mozzarella. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$$

Andrea’s Restaurant

3100 19th St., Metairie, (504) 834-8583; www.andreasrestaurant.com A 12-ounce cut of roasted prime rib is served au jus with a baked potato. House-made potato gnocchi are topped with tomato sauce or four cheese sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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Avo

5908 Magazine St., (504) 509-6550; www.restaurantavo.com Chef Nick Lama serves a menu of Sicilian-inspired dishes. Scallops are served with farro, crispy kale, avocado crema and salsa rossa. House-made bucatini pasta is topped with pancetta, Pecorino Romano and a poached egg. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Bosco’s Italian Cafe

2040 Highway 59, Suite 3 and E, Mandeville, (985) 624-5066; www.boscositalian.com A muffuletta includes salami, mortadella, smoked ham, mozzarella, provolone and olive salad. Pan-fried redfish Giovanna is topped with crabmeat, mushrooms, artichoke hearts and lemon-butter cream sauce and served with sauteed vegetables. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Bravo! Cucina Italiana 3413 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 828-8828; www.bravoitalian.com A trio of grilled lamb double chops is served with mushroom Marsala over stone ground polenta with balsamic roasted mushrooms and shallots. Spicy scallop marinara combines bay scallops, basil, caramelized onion, artichoke and spinach over angel hair pasta topped with pesto bread crumbs. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Giovanni

117 Decatur St., (504) 529-2154; www.cafegiovanni.com Chef Duke LoCicero’s spaghetti and meatballs features two meatballs

with marinara. Southern-style Voodoo shrimp are sauteed in sweet and spicy sauce and served with portobello mushrooms, fried green tomato and creamy corn grits. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Carrabba’s Italian Grill 4641 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 779-2252: www.carrabbas.com The menu includes pizza, pasta, steaks and seafood dishes. Chicken Bryan is topped with goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, basil and butter sauce. Fettuccine Weesie is topped with sauteed shrimp, garlic and mushrooms in white wine lemon butter sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Coscino’s Italian Grill

1809 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 7274984; www.coscinositaliangrill.com Muffuletta pizza is topped with garlic-herb red sauce, Genoa salami, mortadella, ham, olive salad, provolone and mozzarella. A breaded and fried chicken breast is topped with housemade red sauce and mozzarella and served with pasta. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

DiCristina’s Italian & Seafood Restaurant

810 N. Columbia St., Suite C, Covington, (985) 875-0160; www.dicristinas.com Ravioli is stuffed with cheese and topped with red gravy. A veal cutlet is served with crabmeat cream sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Domenica

The Roosevelt Hotel, 123 Baronne St., (504) 648-6020; www.domenicarestaurant.com Chefs John Besh and Alon Shaya’s menu includes pizza and rustic Italian dishes. Lamb meatballs are served over heirloom corn polenta from Bellegarde Bakery. Campanelle is house-made pasta with pork Bolognese and roasted Brussels

sprouts. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Fausto’s Bistro

530 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 833-7121; www.faustosbistro.com Parmesan-crusted Gulf fish is topped with crushed tomatoes, white wine-butter sauce and lump crabmeat and served with wilted spinach and rosemary potatoes. Italian sausage sauteed with bell peppers, onions, garlic and Italian herbs is tossed with marinara sauce and served over angel hair pasta. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Fazzio’s Restaurant

1841 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 6249704; www.fazziosrestaurant.com A large meatball tops angel hair pasta in tomato sauce. Filet Fazzio is a filet mignon topped with sauteed shrimp, red and yellow peppers, mushrooms and olives in light cream sauce, served with pasta. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Frank’s Restaurant

933 Decatur St., (504) 525-1602 Snapper Jack is red snapper topped with crabmeat and shrimp over pasta. New Orleans-style barbecue jumbo Gulf shrimp are served with hot bread. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Fury’s Restaurant

724 Martin Behrman Ave., Metairie, (504) 834-5646; www.furysrestaurant.com Stuffed peppers are filled with crabmeat, shrimp and eggplant and served with pasta marinara, salad and vegetables. Trout Carrie is a fillet topped with jumbo lump crabmeat, scallions and butter sauce. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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(504) 267-6108; www. arabellanola.com The Don salad features romaine topped with artichoke hearts, feta cheese, red onions, tomatoes, olives and cucumbers in Italian dressing. The Spaghettisburg Address is spaghetti and meatballs topped with pomodoro sauce and basil. No reservations. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Giorlando’s Restaurant

741 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8358593; www.giorlandosrestaurant.com A toasted muffuletta is filled with Italian meats, melted cheese and olive salad. Chicken and eggplant Parmesan features a breaded chicken breast over two eggplant medallions with melted mozzarella, red gravy, Alfredo sauce and angel hair pasta. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

Impastato’s Restaurant

3400 16th St., Metairie, (504) 455-1545; www.impastatos.com Two fried soft-shell crabs are topped with crabmeat, shrimp and lemon butter. A 10-ounce filet mignon is smoked over pecan wood and broiled. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Irene’s Cuisine

539 St. Philip St., (504) 529-8811 Oysters Irene are baked and served in the shell with pancetta, pimiento and Pecorino Romano. Grilled lamb chops are served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, haricots verts and rosemary port wine demi-glace.

Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Italian Barrel

1240 Decatur St., (504) 569-0198; www.italianbarrel.com Prince Edward Island mussels are served in a broth of white wine, garlic and parsley. Prosciutto di Parma salad features 24 month-aged prosciutto, arugula, mozzarella and cherry wood-aged balsamic vinegar. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

La Divina Italian Cafe

621 St. Peter St., (504) 302-2692; www.ladivinagelateria.com A pressed sandwich features sweet Italian sausage, onions and red and green bell peppers on ciabatta. Pasta salad combines mozzarella, basil, roasted red peppers and balsamic vinaigrette. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Little Vic’s Rosticceria

719 Toulouse St., (504) 304-1238; www.littlevics.com Lasagne is made with Sicilian-style beef ragu and comes with salad. The Papa Vic tops pulled pork with melted cheese. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Marcello’s Restaurant & Wine Bar

715 St. Charles Ave., (504) 581-6333; 4860 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 301-3848; www.marcelloscafe.com Braised pork cheeks are served with mushrooms,

Marsala, veal demi-glace and Parmesan polenta. The Palermo features veal, chicken or eggplant scaloppini with tomatoes, mushrooms, capers and lemon butter over angel hair pasta. Reservations accepted. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $$$

Meribo

326 Lee Lane, Covington, (985) 302-5533; www.meribopizza.com The Meridionale pizza features pork shoulder, collard greens, carmelized onions, mozzarella and red sauce. Duck and wild mushroom lasagne is filled with ricotta, mozzarella and Parmigiano Reggiano. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Mona Lisa

1212 Royal St., (504) 522-6746 The menu includes pizza, pasta, sandwiches, lasagne and more. Mardi Gras pasta features shrimp and spicy red cream sauce over linguine. Paneed veal is seasoned with Italian herbs and served with linguine Alfredo. No reservations. Lunch Fri.Sun., dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

Mosca’s Restaurant

4137 Highway 90 W., Westwego, (504) 4368950; www.moscasrestaurant.com Baked oysters Mosca features Louisiana oysters covered with Italian seasonings and breadcrumbs. Shrimp Mosca includes a dozen shrimp

sauteed with Italian seasonings and white wine. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$

Nonna Mia Cafe & Pizzeria

3125 Esplanade Ave., (504) 948-1717; www.nonnamia.net The Divine portobello appetizer features roasted red pepper dip with chicken, spinach and crostini. The Prima pizza is topped with marinated artichoke hearts, mozzarella, goat cheese, spinach, Roma tomatoes and caramelized onions. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Nuvolari’s

246 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 626-5619; www.

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The Spicy Italiano features hot Italian sausage, sauteed spinach and creamy marinara over pasta. Orecchio di elefante is a 16-ounce breaded veal chop sauteed with olive oil and herbs and served with arugula. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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Pizza Florence

4445 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-7888; www.pizzaflorence.net Mediterranean salad combines romaine lettuce, red onions, Kalamata olives, artichoke, roasted red peppers and feta cheese, and shrimp or chicken are optional. Penne pasta is tossed with tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, green peppers and marinara sauce and served with garlic bread and salad. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Ristorante Del Porto

501 E. Boston St., Covington, (985) 875-1006; www.delportoristorante.com Gulf fish crudo is served with orange segments, parsley, mint, celery leaves, chili-mint vinaigrette and sweet orange crackers. Braised beef short ribs are served with herbed polenta, baby spinach, beef jus and orange gremolata. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Ristorante Filippo

1917 Ridgelake Drive, Metairie, (504) 8354008; www.ristorantefilippo.com Oysters oregenate are baked with Romano cheese, breadcrumbs, herbs and garlic. Chicken spiedini is a chicken breast rolled with prosciutto, pomodoro tomatoes, Italian breadcrumbs and pine nuts and served with spaghettini tossed with garlic and olive oil. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Sandro’s Trattoria

6601 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-7784; www.sandrostrattoria.com Shrimp confit features sauteed shrimp, onions, peppers and spinach, fried eggplant and white wine cream sauce over

fettuccine. Seafood cannelloni are stuffed with crawfish and crabmeat and served over angel hair pasta with seafood Alfredo sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Specialty Italian Bistro

2330 Belle Chasse Highway, Gretna, (504) 3911090; www.specialtyitalianbistro.com Chicken piccata is a paneed chicken breast topped with lemon piccata sauce and capers served over angel hair pasta with garlic cheese bread and salad. Deepfried, pecan-crusted catfish is topped with pecan-maple sauce and served with sweet potato fries, salad and garlic cheese bread. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Tommy’s Cuisine

746 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 581-1103; www.tommysneworleans.com Fish Capri features sauteed puppy drum topped with jumbo lump crabmeat, crawfish, capers, artichokes and beurre blanc. Veal sorrentina is pan-seared veal layered with prosciutto, eggplant and mozzarella with mushroom Marsala sauce, green onions and haricots verts. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Tony Mandina’s Restaurant

1915 Pratt St., Gretna, (504) 362-2010; www.tonymandinas.com Kolette Mandina’s turtle soup is made with snapping turtle meat, dark roux and sherry. Grilled redfish Alia is topped with artichoke hearts, mushrooms, capers, green onions, Louisiana jumbo lump crabmeat and lemon-white wine-butter sauce and served over linguine. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Venezia Restaurant

134 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-7991; www. venezianeworleans.net Breaded veal Pontchartrain is topped with crabmeat, artichokes, mushrooms, green onions and lemon butter. An 8-ounce

filet mignon is served with a choice of side. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Fri. and Sun., dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Vincent’s Italian Cuisine

4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com House-made cannelloni are stuffed with ground veal, spinach and Parmesan, baked in Alfredo sauce and topped with house-made tomato sauce. Chicken Parmesan is topped with mozzarella and served with pasta in tomato sauce. Reservations accepted. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $$

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JAPANESE/SUSHI Asuka Sushi & Hibachi 7912 Earhart Blvd., (504) 862-5555; www.asukaneworleans.com The avocado popper is tempura-fried avocado served with spicy tuna, cream cheese, snow crab and eel sauce. The El Diablo roll features spicy salmon, tuna, yellow tail, cucumber, escolar, jalapeno chili sauce and ponzu sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Chiba

8312 Oak St., (504) 8269119; www.chiba-nola.com Oak Street bouillabaisse combines crawfish, mussels, shrimp, whitefish, salmon, mushrooms and bok choy in red miso shellfish broth. Ichimi pepper-crusted Gulf snapper is served with vegetables. Reservations accepted. Lunch Wed.Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Daiwa Sushi Bar & Japanese Cuisine

5033 Lapalco Blvd., Suite B6, Marrero, (504) 875-4203; www.daiwasushi.com Baked sea scallops are served in garlic butter sauce. Spicy City is a deep-fried sushi roll featuring marinated crawfish, snow crab, cream cheese, avocado and jalapeno in seaweed paper and is topped with eel sauce and spicy

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mayonnaise. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Hana Japanese Restaurant

8116 Hampson St., (504) 865-1634 The mango salmon roll includes roe, shrimp tempura, snow crab and fruit. The No Name roll features tuna, salmon, eel, tamago, snow crab and smelt roe in soy paper topped crunchy flakes, eel sauce and Hana sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Kanno California Sushi Bar

3517 20th St., Metairie, (504) 455-5730; www.kannosushi.com The Elvis roll combines salmon, avocado and snow crab and has blue crab on top. The Godzilla roll features shrimp tempura, cream cheese and snow crab topped with spicy tuna, crunchy flakes and eel sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Little Tokyo

590 Asbury Drive, Mandeville, (985) 727-1532; www.littletokyosushi.com The Burning Man roll includes spicy tuna, crunchy flakes and sesame oil on the inside and is topped with pepper tuna, avocado, green onion, ponzu, eel and chili sauces. The Erica bowl features rice, tuna, avocado, crunchy flakes and eel sauce. No Reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Little Tokyo Restaurant

310 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 485-5658; 2300 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 831-6788; www.littletokyonola.com Cucumber seafood salad includes tuna, salmon, yellowtail, octopus, a crab stick and ponzu sauce. The Buddha roll features barbecued eel, cream cheese, a crab stick, salmon, smelt roe and avocado wrapped in cucumber and seaweed. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Little Tokyo Small Plates & Noodle Bar

1340 S. Carrollton Ave.,

(504) 861-6088; www.littletokyonola.com Tonkotsu ramen features pork bone broth, chashu pork, ramen noodles, boiled egg, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, fish cake and green onions. Pan-seared squid is drizzled with sweet and tangy sauce. Reservations accepted for karaoke rooms. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Mikimoto Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi.com Poke salad combines seaweed salad, tuna, squid, avocado and cucumber in spicy house sauce. The Deluxe roll is tempura shrimp, rice and cream cheese in seaweed paper topped with snow crab, tuna, salmon, avocado, tempura batter and pink barbecued eel sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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8879; 4201 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 779-7253; www.sakecafela.com The Maple roll features tempura-fried crab stick, salmon, spicy mayonnaise and eel sauce with snow crab on the side. The A&M roll includes tuna, salmon, shrimp, crab stick, lettuce and cucumbers in rice paper and served with spicy chili-ponzu sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Sake Cafe Uptown

2830 Magazine St., (504) 894-0033; www.sakecafeonmagazine.com Thinly sliced ahi tuna and Fuji apple are served with goat cheese balls and ponzu-olive oil sauce. The New Orleans roll is stuffed with crawfish and avocado, topped with snow crab and spicy tuna and served with wasabi tobiko and eel sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

1403 St. Charles Ave., (504) 410-9997; www.japanesebistro.com The Louisiana roll combines fried spicy crawfish, cucumber, avocado and jalapeno topped with snow crab, boiled shrimp, spicy mayonnaise and Cajun seasoning. Udon soup features thick wheat noodles, vegetables and chicken or seafood. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Wasabi

823 Fulton St., (504) 581-7253; www.rocknsake.com Spicy gyoza soup combines beef-stuffed gyoza dumplings, vegetables and crab stick in spicy broth. Kale-N-Salmon sashimi includes salmon sashimi, dashi-fried kale, orange segments, candied walnuts, truffle-ponzu sauce and garlic oil. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., late-night Fri.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Sake Cafe

817 W. Esplanade Ave., Suite B, Kenner, (504) 468-8829; 1130 S. Clearview Parkway, Suite A, Harahan, (504) 733-

10160 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, (504) 737-0688; www.tasteoftokyoriverridge.com The Upside-down roll features salmon and snow crab inside and seared pepper tuna and garlic-jalapeno sauce on top. Japanese curry shrimp is made with carrots and potatoes and served over rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$ 900 Frenchmen St., (504) 943-9433; 8550 Pontchartrain Blvd., (504) 267-3263; www. wasabinola.com Wasabi honey shrimp are served in creamy, sweet honey sauce. The sashimi dinner includes tuna, salmon, whitefish, yellowtail, octopus, mackerel and crab stick. No reservations. Frenchmen Street: lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Pontchartrain Boulevard: Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Raw Republic

4528 Magazine St., (504) 324-8234; www. rawrepublicjuice.com The Goldzen Herbal Potion is a warm tonic tea made with turmeric, cinnamon, ashwagandha, reishi and he shou wu. The Raw Republic Custom Cleanse comprises six raw products. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Well

Lakeside Shopping Center Annex, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 138, Metairie, (504) 593-6955; www.wellcompany.com The Immune smoothie is made with coconut water, honey, probiotics, vitamin C, orange, banana, mango and pineapple. The Well smoothie features unsweetened almond milk, coconut water or alkaline water mixed with chocolate or vanilla UltraMeal and choice of fruit. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards and checks. $

KOREAN Korea House

3547 18th St., Metairie, (504) 888-0654 Dolsot bibimbap combines beef, vegetables and rice in a hot stone bowl. Spicy dubu kimchi features stir-fried pork and poached tofu with kimchi. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

Little Korea BBQ

2240 Magazine St., (504) 821-5006; www. littlekoreabbq.flavorplate.com Kimchi fried rice features bulgogi marinated meat, tofu or cheese. Tabletop grills allow diners to cook their own platters of barbecue, with options including pork belly, beef and spicy beef. No reservations. Lunch Mon. and Wed.-

Sat., dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

LATIN AMERICAN Baru

3700 Magazine St., (504) 895-2225; www.barutapas.com Baru’s menu is inspired by Colombia and the Caribbean. Guacabello features grilled portobello mushroom and avocado served with tortilla chips. Chuzos are marinated skirt steak skewers served with chimichurri. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Brazilian Market & Cafe

2424 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 468-3533; www.brazilianmarketcafe.com Beef churrasquinho is a beef kebab served with rice, beans, onions, salad and fries. Traditional feijoada — a black bean stew with pork sausage, ribs and shoulder served with collard greens, orange slices and farofa — is a Saturday special. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Cuzco Peruvian Cuisine

4714 Freret St., (504) 345-2884; www.facebook.com/ grupo5rest Ceviche features seafood in leche de tigre marinade with toasted corn, yuca and sweet potatoes. Lomo saltado is beef stir-fried with onions, tomatoes, cilantro and soy sauce and served with french fries. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Fogo de Chao

JW Marriott Hotel, 614 Canal St., (504) 412-8900; www.fogodechao.com/location/ new-orleans The Brazilian churrasco-style buffet dinner is built around grilled meats including beef, pork, lamb and chicken, and there is a spread of salads and side dishes. Forbidden black rice salad is seasoned with sea salt and garlic and mixed with mango and mint. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

La Macarena Pupuseria & Latin Cafe

8120 Hampson St., (504) 862-5252; www.pupusasneworleans.com The vegan breakfast burrito combines avocado, Spanish rice, beans and smothered vegetables in a wrap served with beans and fried plantains. Grilled steak tamales are served with a choice of sides. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Wed.Mon. Cash only. $$

Mais Arepas

1200 Carondelet St., (504) 523-6247; www.facebook.com/ maisarepas Arepa chori is a flatbread sandwich filled with grilled chorizo, avocado puree, aji valluno peppers and mozzarella cheese. Bandeja paisa is traditional Colombian dish with grilled skirt steak, chorizo, chicharron, cranberry beans, a fried egg, avocado, green plantains, rice and a small arepa. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Mayas

2027 Magazine St., (504) 309-3401; www.mayasrestaurantnola.com Vegetable paella includes artichokes, asparagus, mushrooms, olives, capers, onions and sweet peppers in saffron rice. Carnitas pibil is achiote pepper-braised pork shoulder served with grilled shrimp, beans, queso fresco, red onion and orange curtido, shredded tortillas and greens. Reservations accepted. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Mizado Latin Kitchen

5080 Pontchartrain Blvd., (504) 885-5555; www.mizadolatinkitchen.com Tamale ranchero features house-made Duroc chorizo, black beans, mozzarella, salsa roja, fried eggs, a masa cake, cilantro and corn tortilla strips. Shrimp ceviche includes tomato, grapefruit, cucumber, avocado, red onion, cilantro and lime. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sun., latenight Fri.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ PAGE 60

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(504) 302-1965; www. d-juice.com The It’s Not Easy Being Green smoothie is a blend of green apple, kale, spinach, cucumber, frozen mango, peaches and bananas. The Antioxidant juice combines beets, kale, spinach, ginger, carrots and orange. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

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NolaNica

16 W. Airline Drive, Suite B, Kenner, (504) 405-0375; www.facebook.com/ nolanica The menu includes traditional Nicaraguan dishes such as vigoron, which is pork belly over boiled yuca and cabbage with red chili sauce. Similar to quesadillas, repochetas are corn tortillas filled with Cotija cheese and steak or pork. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY Annunciation Restaurant

1016 Annunciation St., (504) 568-0245; www.annunciationrestaurant.com Andouille-crusted seared tuna is served over Creole fried black rice with sweet potato-habanero sauce and Steen’s vinegar eel sauce. Baked oysters are served with Chappapeela Farms boudin, brown butter hollandaise and herb and beet sauce. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Atchafalaya

901 Louisiana Ave., (504) 891-9626; www.atchafalayarestaurant.com The etouffee omelet includes crawfish, tasso, bell peppers and Parmesan. Pan-seared swordfish is served with peanut-ancho chili glaze, sweet potatoes, okra, crawfish tails and Caribbean green curry. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, brunch Thu.-Mon. Credit cards. $$$

August

301 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 299-9777; www. restaurantaugust.com Chef John Besh’s flagship restaurant serves juniper-spiced duckling with foie gras, choucroute and creme fraiche. Heirloom beet salad includes sour apple, pecans, charred jalapeno, cumin and goat cheese brulee. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Austin’s Seafood & Steakhouse

5101 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 8885533; www.mredsrestaurants.com/austins Filet Austin features two 4-ounce medallions served with caramelized onions, grilled asparagus and creamed spinach. Pasta Orleans includes shrimp, crawfish, andouille and roasted garlic cream tossed with penne pasta. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Bacchanal Wine

600 Poland Ave., (504) 948-9111; www.bacchanalwine.com The wine shop offers cheese and charcuterie as well as a full dinner menu. Seared beef tongue is served with salsa verde, heirloom tomatoes and arugula. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Balise

640 Carondelet St., (504) 459-4449; www.balisenola.com Chef Justin Devillier’s nautical-themed tavern serves raw oysters, small plates and more. Baked rigatoni features beef cheek ragout, shiitake mushrooms and fontal cheese. Chicken liver mousse is served with biscuits and seasonal jam. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Bistro Byronz

1901 Highway 190, Mandeville, (985) 951-7595; www.bistrobyronz.com Artichoke cakes are topped with sauteed spinach Alfredo, diced tomatoes, Parmesan and feta cheeses. Chicken or shrimp are optional additions. Grilled fillet of rainbow trout is served with asparagus and a potato cake. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Bistro Daisy

5831 Magazine St., (504) 899-6987; www.bistrodaisy.com Gulf seafood bouillabaisse features saffron and Herbsaint broth served with a crouton topped with rouille.

Gala apple and Belgian endive salad includes toasted walnuts, Amish blue cheese and white wine vinaigrette. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Borgne

Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., (504) 613-3860; www.borgnerestaurant.com Fishing camps and rustic dishes inspire the menu at this seafood house. Duck and andouille gumbo is served with Acadiana rice. A fried oyster BLT includes pork belly, lettuce, tomato and Tabasco mayonnaise on Texas toast and is served with french fries. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Boucherie

1506 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 862-5514; www.boucherienola.com Smoked wagyu beef brisket is served with garlic Parmesan fries. Krispy Kreme bread pudding is topped with warm rum sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Bouligny Tavern

3641 Magazine St., (504) 891-1810; www.boulignytavern.com Chef John Harris’ tavern offers a menu of small plates, cheese and charcuterie. Fried Brussels sprouts are served with pickled red onion, toasted hazelnut and shallots in brown butter. The sirloin burger is a 7-ounce beef patty dressed with herb aioli, roasted Roma tomato, arugula and garlic. No reservations. Dinner and late-night Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Brennan’s New Orleans

417 Royal St., (504) 5259711; www.brennansneworleans.com Octopus a la Creole is served with San Marzano tomatoes, Creole country chaurice sausage, Spanish olives and herbs. Redfish Amandine features Marcona almonds, haricots verts and preserved lemon butter. Reservations recommended. Breakfast,

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Brigtsen’s Restaurant

723 Dante St., (504) 861-7610; www.brigtsens.com Roasted duck is served with dirty rice, tart dried cherry sauce and pinkeyed peas. Blackened yellowfin tuna comes with smoked corn sauce, red bean salsa and roasted red pepper sour cream. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Cheesecake Bistro by Copeland’s

2001 St. Charles Ave., (504) 593-9955; www.copelandscheesecakebistro.com Blackened shrimp fettuccine Alfredo is served in an herb-cheese 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. $$

The Columns Hotel

3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns.com A French dip sandwich features roast beef debris, Swiss cheese and horseradish mayonnaise served au jus. A Louisiana crab cake is served over a fried green tomato with remoulade. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and dinner daily, lunch Fri.Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Commander’s Palace

1403 Washington Ave., (504) 899-8221; www. commanderspalace.com Sugarcane-lacquered Texas quail is stuffed with charred chili and peppercorn rice boudin and served with tasso-braised cabbage, rum vinegar glaze and Crystal pepper jelly. Yellowfin tuna Provencal is served over smoked tomatoes, charred onions, fines herbes, roasted eggplant and olives with black garlic vinaigrette and red pepper rouille. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Copeland’s of New Orleans

Citywide; www.copelandsofneworleans.com The menu features creative twists on Cajun and Creole dishes. Sauteed shrimp and tasso pasta

is tossed with Parmesan and cream sauce. Boiled shrimp and crabmeat remoulade salad includes mixed greens, Roma tomatoes, celery and white remoulade dressing. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Criollo

Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 681-4444; www.criollonola.com Sauteed red snapper is served with a crab cake topped with a fried quail egg and sweet tomato jam. Baked Gulf shrimp Bienville features stuffed Gulf shrimp with lump crabmeat, roasted red peppers, shallots and a tarragon butter sauce. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Dante’s Kitchen

736 Dante St., (504) 861-3121; www.danteskitchen.com Redfish “on the half shell” features a grilled skinon redfish fillet, jumbo lump crabmeat and soft herb salad. A bone-in pork chop is served with collard greens, a white cheddar grit cake and pickled peach bourbon glaze. Reservations accepted. Dinner Wed.Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Dick & Jenny’s

4501 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 894-9880; www.dickandjennys.com Niman Ranch braised pork cheeks are served with sauteed Southern greens, a grit cake and white barbecue sauce. Seared ahi tuna comes with ginger curried farro and Swiss chard. Reservations accepted. Dinner Wed.- Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Eat New Orleans

900 Dumaine St., (504) 522-7222; www.eatnola.com Spicy deviled eggs are topped with bacon or smoked salmon. Crawfish boulettes are served with creamy dipping sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Estrella Steak & Lobster House

237 Decatur St., (504) 525-6151 Filet mignon is stuffed with crabmeat, crawfish and shrimp cooked in

red wine reduction and served with steamed lobster. Redfish Estrella is topped with crawfish cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Herbsaint Bar and Restaurant

701 St. Charles Ave., (504) 524-4114; www. herbsaint.com House-made spaghetti is topped with guanciale and a fried poached egg. Muscovy duck leg confit is served with dirty rice and citrus gastrique. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Jacmel Inn

903 E. Morris Ave., Hammond, (985) 542-0043; www.jacmelinn.com Redfish courtbouillon is served with Gulf shrimp, crabmeat, tomato and Louisiana rice. Seared scallops are served with Covey Rise carrots and Louisiana oranges. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Jacques-Imo’s Cafe

8324 Oak St., (504) 861-0886; www.jacques-imos.com Blackened redfish is topped with crabmeat and chili hollandaise and served with salad and two sides. Fried white and dark meat chicken is served in the style of the late chef Austin Leslie — topped with dill pickles and persillade. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Kin

4600 Washington Ave., (504) 304-8557; www.facebook.com/ kinfordindin Chicken shio ramen features marinated chicken, wakame seaweed, bamboo, soft boiled egg, ramen noodles and wood ear mushrooms in chicken broth. For lunch, pork belly tonkotsu ramen combines sauteed vegetables, house-made noodles and a slow-simmered broth. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Kingfish

337 Chartres St., (504) 598-5005; www.kingfishneworleans.com The charcuterie board includes an assortment

of house-cured meats, pickles, mustard and marmalade. Whole Gulf fish is served with roasted cauliflower, broccoli salad and creme de brie. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

LMNO

Le Meridien New Orleans Hotel, 333 Poydras St., (504) 525-9444; www.lmnonola.com House-made ricotta is topped with arugula, Louisiana honey and lemon juice and served with grilled bread. Barbecue shrimp are served with sharp cheddar cheese grits. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

La Petite Grocery

4238 Magazine St., (504) 891-3377; www.lapetitegrocery.com Gulf shrimp and grits are prepared with roasted shiitake mushrooms, smoked bacon and thyme. Turtle Bolognese comes with bucatini, sherry, parsley and a fried soft-boiled egg. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

The Lakehouse

2025 Lakeshore Drive, Mandeville, (985) 6263006; www.lakehousecuisine.com

Lakehouse salad includes greens, candied pecans, red onions, strawberries, blue cheese and sherry vinaigrette. Jumbo lump crab cakes come with roasted tomatoes, shaved English cucumber, arugula, bucatini and Abita Amber Alfredo sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Thu.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

Legacy Kitchen

700 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 613-2350; 759 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 309-5231; www.legacykitchen.com Tuna Tango salad features seared ahi tuna, avocado, mango, macadamia nuts, wontons, greens and ginger-lime dressing. Barbecue shrimp are served with Creole lemon-brown butter sauce, popcorn rice, mushrooms and green onions. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Louisiana Bistro

337 Dauphine St., (504) 525-3335; www.louisianabistro.net Crispy duck breast is served with whiskey-fig glaze and sweet potato and tasso hash. Flash-fried Gulf oysters are topped with creme de brie and applewood-smoked bacon and served over creamed spinach. Reservations rec-

In Faubourg Marigny, Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant serves eggs Benedict for brunch. ommended. Dinner Wed.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Mariza

2900 Chartres St., (504) 598-5700; www.marizaneworleans.com Chef Ian Schnoebelen’s menu includes raw oysters and contemporary Louisiana and Italian dishes. House-made tagliatelle pasta is mixed with local wild boar, mushrooms, kale, roasted garlic cream sauce, sage and pecorino fiore sardo. Grilled hanger steak comes with broccoli gratin and bacon butter. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Meauxbar

942 N. Rampart St., (504) 569-9979; www.meauxbar.com Escargot are served with shiitake mushrooms, brandy cream and ciabatta. The porterhouse pork chop comes with mustard spaetzle, Brussels sprouts and apple sauce. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Mr. B’s Bistro

201 Royal St., (504) 523-

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2078; www.mrbsbistro.com Barbecue Gulf shrimp are served shells-on with butter, Worcestershire sauce and French bread. Gumbo Ya-Ya is made with chicken and sausage. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Muriel’s Jackson Square

801 Chartres St., (504) 568-1885; www.muriels.com Goat cheese-filled crepes are topped with Gulf shrimp in chardonnay cream sauce with onion, tomato and bell pepper. A wood-grilled double-cut pork chop is topped with Louisiana sugar cane-apple glaze and served with candied pecan sweet potatoes and greens. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

The New Feelings Marigny Cafe and Courtyard Bar

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535 Franklin Ave., (504) 446-0040; www.feelingscafebar.com Shrimp and grits features New Orleans-style barbecue sauce, Gouda cheese grits and collard greens. Satsuma-glazed duck breast is served with sauteed greens and pecan rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch Friday, dinner Tue.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

NOLA Restaurant

534 St. Louis St., (504) 522-6652; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/ nola-restaurant A 14-ounce grilled Niman Ranch pork chop is served with brown sugar-glazed sweet potatoes, toasted pecans and a caramelized onion reduction sauce. Garlic-crusted drum is served with brabant potatoes, crimini mushrooms, bacon, haricots verts and beurre rouge. Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Mon.,

dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

The Original French Market Restaurant & Bar

1001 Decatur St., (504) 525-7879; www.frenchmarketrestaurant.com St. Philip tomatoes features fried green tomatoes topped with spicy crawfish pepper sauce. Char-grilled oysters are topped with garlic, butter and Parmesan. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Oxalis

3162 Dauphine St., (504) 267-4776; www.oxalisbywater.com The Oxalis burger is dressed with housemade butter pickles, lettuce, tomato and caramelized onion on a brioche bun. Pan-seared scallops are served on a bed of cauliflower puree and topped with toasted almonds, roasted cauliflower, haricots verts and grapefruit brown butter sauce. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Palace Cafe

605 Canal St., (504) 523-1661; www.palacecafe.com Crabmeat cheesecake has a pecan crust and is topped with Creole meuniere and sauteed mushrooms. Pepper-crusted duck comes with parsnip mashed potatoes, citrus-duck confit salad, sauce au poivre and seared foie gras. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Palmettos on the Bayou

1901 Bayou Lane, Slidell, (985) 6430050; www.palmettosrestaurant.com Citrus-braised lamb shank is served with red wine-citrus glaze, leeks, fennel, carrots and rutabaga. Caribbean pork belly is seasoned with jerk spices and served with roasted red pepper sauce and fried plantain chips. Reserva-

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tions accepted. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Patois

6078 Laurel St., (504) 895-9441; www.patoisnola.com Braised lamb shank comes atop preserved lemon Israeli couscous, roasted carrots and Meyer lemon gremolata. Smoked and cured duck breast is served with farro, heirloom carrots and foie gras sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Pere Antoine Restaurant & Bar

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. Fried green tomatoes are drizzled with remoulade. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Press Street Station

5 Press St., (504) 2495622; www.pressstreetstation.com Roasted chicken salad combines greens, roasted tomatoes, onion, avocado and Stilton dressing. The Gulf fish sandwich is dressed with basil mayonnaise, radish and pickled onions on house-baked sourdough bread and served with greens tossed in cane vinaigrette. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch Thu.-Tue., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $

RF’s Dining Music Cocktails

Chateau LeMoyne Hotel, 301 Dauphine St., (504) 586-0972; www.rfsnola.com Blackened Gulf fish comes with andouille, crawfish and crab jambalaya, bearnaise and grilled lemon. Chicken and waffles features buttermilk and cayenne battered fried chicken on a waffle with maplechipotle syrup and a sunny side up egg. Reservations accepted. Breakfast

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

Ralph’s On The Park

900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark.com Brown butter-glazed redfish is served with almond butter, green beans, an almond wafer and lemon gelee. Oysters Rockefeller risotto is made with flash-fried oysters, Herbsaint, spinach, parsley, tarragon, preserved Meyer lemon, Parmesan and toasted breadcrumbs. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Rare Form

405 Frenchmen St., (504) 402-3285; www.rareformfrenchmen.com Red beans and rice are served with fried chicken, andouille or hot sausage. For brunch, fried chicken and waffles are served with a Sriracha maple glaze. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Restaurant Cypress

4426 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-6885; www.restaurantcypress.com Slow-roasted duck is served with andouille and cornbread dressing and huckleberry glaze. Sesame shrimp is tossed with habanero and sesame sauce and served with vegetable fried rice. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Restaurant Rebirth

857 Fulton St., (504) 522-6863; www.restaurantrebirth.com The Tomahawk pork chop is served with sugar cane reduction, bacon-braised haricots verts, brabant potatoes and fried shallots. Foie gras boudin-stuffed quail is served with kale, pomegranate molasses and marmalade. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.Sat., late-night Thu.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Semolina

Clearview Mall, 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 37, Metairie, (504) 4547930; www.semolina.com Pasta jambalaya includes chicken, andouille, smoked Gouda cheese, Creole sauce, penne pasta and green onions. A grilled chicken breast tops linguine with Alfredo sauce and Parmesan. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

SoBou

310 Chartres St., (504) 552-4095; www.sobounola.com Grilled whole white shrimp are served with garlic confit and lemon juice. Smoked boudin-stuffed fried quail is served with charred chili lime butter and crackling-crusted street corn, aji ghost pepper jelly and pineapple slaw. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Steamboat Natchez

Toulouse Street Wharf, 400 Toulouse St., (504) 586-8777; www.steamboatnatchez.com The Steamboat Round is “American Kobe” roast beef served with natural jus, horseradish cream and truffle mustard. Blackened fish Lafitte is topped with crawfish etouffee. Reservations required. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Tableau

616 St. Peter St., (504) 934-3463; www.tableaufrenchquarter.com Wild mushroom crostini are topped with shallots, thyme, rosemary, Taleggio and bourbon cream sauce. Pan-roasted redfish Bienville is served with frisee fingerling potato salad and blue crab butter sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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(504) 581-3880; www. ttrneworleans.com Paella includes shrimp, mussels, clams, chicken and chorizo. Pan-seared wild salmon is served with lemon butter sauce and vegetables. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

garlic, capers, leeks and red onions and served over a salad of spinach, feta and pine nuts. Sauteed crab cakes are served with remoulade and creamed corn. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Toups South

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Southern Food & Beverage Museum, 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 304-2147; www.toupssouth.com Chef Isaac Toups’ new restaurant serves dishes from Louisiana and the South. Sourdough biscuits come with crab-fat butter. Louisiana Gulf stew includes crab, shrimp, oysters and fried rice callas. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon. and Wed.Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ 823 Decatur St., (504) 525-8676; www.tujaguesrestaurant.com Gulf puppy drum Pontchartrain is topped with Gulf shrimp, artichokes and jumbo lump crabmeat beurre blanc and served with Yukon gold mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli. Chicken Pontalba is served with brabant potatoes, green onions, Nueske’s ham, mushrooms and bearnaise. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Vacherie

Hotel St. Marie, 827 Toulouse St., (504) 2074532; www.vacherierestaurant.com Boudin-stuffed deepfried hen is served with collard greens cooked with pork belly. A roast beef debris po-boy includes slow-cooked beef round and gravy on French bread and is served with roasted potatoes. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Waterstreet Bistro

804 Water St., Madisonville, (985) 845-3855; www.waterstreetbistromadisonville.com Grilled Gulf shrimp are tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, artichoke hearts,

3000 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-3683; www. collegeinn1933.com Gulf fish is topped with Louisiana lump crabmeat and served with maque choux and roasted corn sauce. Braised beef brisket comes with whipped potatoes, bacon Brussels sprouts, gravy and fried onion rings. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

1000 Figs

3141 Ponce de Leon St., Suite 1, (504) 301-0848; www.1000figs.com The falafel feast includes falafel, flatbread, hummus, baba ghanoush, tzatziki, pickled vegetables, beet and carrot slaw and mixed greens. The Georgian salad features cucumber, tomato, basil, cilantro, crushed walnuts and sunflower oil dressing. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Acropolis Cuisine

3841 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-9046; www. facebook.com/acropolismetairie Chicken kebabs are served with sides such as Greek salad and hummus. Roast leg of lamb with vegetables and rice pilaf or a baked potato is an occasional entree special. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Albasha Greek & Lebanese Restaurant

600 Palace Drive, Hammond, (985) 3453012; 1958 N. Highway 190, Suite A, Covington, (985) 867-8292; 3501 Severn Ave., Suite 1, Metairie, (504) 304-8441; www.albashabr.com The chicken shawarma platter comes with feta salad, hummus and rice. Mousaka features

layers of ground beef, eggplant, potatoes and bechamel and is served with rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Attiki Bar

230 Decatur St., (504) 587-3756; www.attikineworleans.com Rack of lamb is marinated in garlic seasoning and served with a choice of baba ghanoush, hummus, garlic mashed potatoes, couscous, rice, sauteed vegetables or salad. The chicken artichoke linguine features grilled chicken breast, artichokes, asparagus, mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes in white wine cream sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Babylon Cafe

7724 Maple St., (504) 314-0010; www.babyloncafe.biz Chicken shawarma is sliced rotisserie-cooked chicken prepared with garlic and Mediterranean spices, served with hummus and salad. The appetizer sampler includes hummus, baba ghanoush, labneh, falafel, tabbouleh and grape leaves. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Byblos

1501 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 8349773; www.byblosrestaurants.com Drunken halloumi is cheese sauteed in ouzo and olive oil and served with tomatoes and garlic sauce. Lamb kebabs are served with two sides such as hummus or basmati rice pilaf. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Byblos Market

2020 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 837-9777; www.byblosrestaurants.com Grilled chicken salad features feta, black olives, tomato, cucumber and Greek dressing with hummus, pita bread and basmati rice pilaf. The combination kebab plate includes chicken, lamb meatballs, a beef kebab, hummus, salad,

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7808 Maple St., (504) 866-4366 Crawfish, zucchini and spinach fill a creamy bisque. Mediterranean shrimp are sauteed with garlic, white wine, spinach and sun-dried tomatoes served over linguine. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Jerusalem Cafe

2132 Tulane Ave., (504) 509-7729; www.facebook.com/ cafehei

3149 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602; www.pyramidscafeonline.com Lamb chops are marinated in olive oil, herbs and spices, grilled and served with hummus, salad and pita. The combination plate includes shawarma, gyro, hummus, salad and pita bread. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Shaya

4213 Magazine St., (504) 891-4213; www.shayarestaurant.com Alon Shaya’s modern Israeli cuisine features house-baked pita bread and small dishes of baba ghanoush, goat cheesestuffed peppers, pickles, Moroccan carrots and more. Lutenitsa features roasted tomatoes, pep-

Jamila’s Mediterranean Tunisian Cuisine

Pyramids Cafe

3363 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 833-9228; www.hummusandmore.com “Nachos” are pita chips topped with gyro meat, feta and Jack cheeses, Kalamata olives, tomatoes, red onions, cilantro and tzatziki. Lamb, beef, shrimp or kafta kebabs are served with two sides such as hummus, rice pilaf, tabbouleh and french fries. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

4201 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite C, Metairie, (504) 889-9950; www.phoenicianola.com The lunchtime gyro platter features thinly sliced beef and lamb gyro, tahini sauce, rice and hummus. Jumbo shrimp are marinated in olive oil, herbs and spices, grilled on skewers and served with two sides. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Phoenicia Restaurant

301 St. Charles Ave., (504) 302-2918; www.facebook.com/ thehalalguysnola The combination platter includes gyro meat, chicken, rice, pita bread and white sauce or hot sauce. Falafel sandwiches are dressed with white sauce or hot sauce on pita bread. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

4800 Magazine St., (504) 267-7357; www.talshummus.com The menu includes pita sandwiches, salads, dips, falafel and more. Beef kebabs are served with grilled tomatoes, onion, salad, tahini, fries and pita. Hummus is served with a kebabs, asparagus or sauteed mushrooms and garlic. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

504 Frenchmen St., (504) 949-4115; 3901 Banks St., (504) 482-7743; 4126 Magazine St., (504) 894-9800; www.monascafeanddeli.com The menu includes hummus, baba ghanoush, kibbeh, falafel, shawarma, kebabs and more. Gyro plates come with tahini, hummus, salad and pita. Za’atar bread is a small flatbread topped with olive oil, oregano, sumac and sesame seeds. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

The Halal Guys

Mona’s Cafe

165 University Place, (504) 522-4504; www.facebook.com/ cleosnola The menu includes falafel, shawarma, kebabs, lamb chops, stuffed grape leaves, Halloumi cheese and more. Gyro platters come with hummus, salad, tzatziki and pita. A combo plate features skewers of chicken and beef plus hummus and rice. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

pers and eggplant and is served with housebaked pita. Roasted salmon is served with tarragon, apricot and walnut potato salad. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cleo’s Mediterranean Cuisine & Grocery

The gyro platter includes rice, tomatoes, onion and pita. The menu includes shawarma, lamb chops, falafel, kebabs, hummus, stuffed grape leaves, baklava and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Tal’s Hummus

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MEXICAN Arana Taqueria y Cantina

3242 Magazine St., (504) 894-1233; www.aranataqueria.com An open-faced tamale features fried masa cake topped with chicken tinga, queso fresco, corn and pickled red onion. Grilled pork al pastor comes with sweet chili sauce, pineapple, onion and cilantro. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Carreta’s Grill

137 Taos St., Slidell, (985) 847-0020; 1821 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 305-4833; 2320 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8376696; 70380 Highway 21, Covington, (985) 8716674; www.carretasgrillrestaurant.com El Primeron is grilled marinated pork served with potatoes and refried beans. The Julio Caesar wrap features grilled chicken, steak, shrimp or portobello mushrooms with romaine lettuce, Parmesan, croutons and Caesar dressing in a chipotle or spinach tortilla. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Casa Borrega

1719 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 427-0654; www.casaborrega.com Pozole del dia is a Mexican hominy soup with pork or chicken in spicy red broth served

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chorizo, shrimp, a lamb lollipop, sauteed vegetables, chimichurri drum and guajillo-chimichurri sauce. El Macho Man combo comes with three kinds of enchiladas, a chicken tamale, a pulled pork quesadilla, sour cream, guacamole, beans, rice and orange-oregano salsa. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $$

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SukhoThai serves red curry and Thaistyle iced tea. with onion, cilantro, avocado, radish, cabbage and warm tortillas. Chiles rellenos features two poblano peppers stuffed with melted Mexican cheese or picadillo, then battered, panfried and served with spicy tomato-serrano salsa. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat. Credit cards. $$

Casa Garcia

8814 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 464-0354; www.casa-garcia.com The Mexican sampler includes mini flautas with guacamole, mini chimichangas with sour cream, a ground beef taco, a mini chalupa, a tamale with ancho-chili sauce, rice and beans. Housemade flan is a caramel custard topped with whipped cream and slivered almonds.

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

Casa Tequila

3229 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 4435423; www.facebook. com/casatequilakenner Carne asada features a 10-ounce rib-eye topped with grilled onions and bell peppers served with rice, refried beans, corn or flour tortillas and plantains or guacamole. Grilled chicken fajitas include grilled onions, bell peppers, carrots, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, lettuce and corn or flour tortillas. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Country Flame

620 Iberville St., (504) 522-1138; www.countryflamerestaurant.com The menu features Mexican and Cuban dishes. The Cuban sandwich features marinated pork, ham, pickles, cheese and mustard on French

bread. Chicken fajitas are served with guacamole, tortillas, rice and beans. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

601 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 218-4590; 1110 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 445-1450; 1900 Highway 51, LaPlace, (958) 618-3313; 3010 Holiday Drive, (504) 3098833; www.elpasomex.com The menu includes nachos, tacos, enchiladas, fajitas and more. Bistec a la Mexicana is a grilled steak served with onions, tomatoes, guacamole salad, rice, refried beans and flour tortillas. Fajitas al pastor includes marinated pork and pineapple in adobo sauce, pico de gallo, guacamole salad, sour cream, refried beans, rice and flour tortillas. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

El Pavo Real

4518 Magazine St., (504) 309-5797; www.delfuegotaqueria.com Fried fish and shrimp tacos fill flour tortillas and are dressed with chipotle mayonnaise and cabbage. Guacamole is available with toppings such as diced tomatoes, jalapenos, pomegranate seeds, Cotija cheese and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

4401 S. Broad St., (504) 266-2022; www.elpavorealnola.com Chipotle-rubbed hanger steak fills a taco dressed with tomatillo-avocado salsa, cilantro and jalapenos and served with queso fresco. Roasted chicken is topped with Oaxacan mole poblano and served with tangy slaw and tortillas. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun., early dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $

El Gato Negro

Felipe’s Taqueria

Del Fuego Taqueria

81 French Market Place, (504) 5259752; 300 Harrison Ave., (504) 488-0107; 800 S. Peters St., (504) 309-8864; www.elgatonegronola.com The mixed grill includes wet-aged skirt steak, chicken breast,

176 Town Center Parkway, Slidell, (985) 288-1210; 301 N. Peters St., (504) 2888226; 411 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 2888226; 6215 S. Miro St., (504) 288-8226; www.felipestaqueria.com Burrito fillings include

a choice of chicken, steak, pork, shrimp or chorizo, plus rice, pinto beans, pico de gallo and Mexican crema. Baja tacos are soft corn tortillas filled with shrimp or fish, cabbage, pico de gallo and Baja sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Habaneros

69305 Highway 21, Suite 600, Covington, (985) 871-8760; www.habaneroscovington.com Pollo Diablo features grilled chicken breast, chipotle peppers, bacon, grilled Oaxaca cheese, sauteed spinach, steamed broccoli and rice. The taco selection includes Apache (skirt steak, sauteed cactus, Oaxacan cheese, chili), Vaqueros (bacon-wrapped shrimp, fried potato, Mexican barbecue sauce), Playeros (shrimp, bacon, cream cheese-stuffed jalapeno, chipotle mayonnaise) and others. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Izzo’s Illegal Burrito Citywide; www.izzos.com The build-your-own menu allows diners to choose meat (steak, ground beef, chicken, pork, shrimp), vegetables, cheeses, salsa, sour cream and other toppings for tacos, burritos, quesadillas and salads. Burrito bowls are build-yourown dishes served on a bed of rice. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Johnny Sanchez

930 Poydras St., (504) 304-6615; www.johnnysanchezrestaurant.com Chefs John Besh and Aaron Sanchez’s Mexican restaurant serves barbacoa flautas featuring beef cheeks wrapped in house-made fried corn tortillas and served with guacamole, cream, queso fresco, pickled onions and hot sauce. Crispy pig ear chilaquiles come with salsa macha, a sunny side up egg and queso PAGE 68

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515 Baronne St., (504) 529-5825; 2018 Magazine St., (504) 569-0000; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-9950; www.juansflyingburrito.com The signature Flying Burrito combines skirt steak, Gulf shrimp, Creole chicken, sour cream, guacamole, yellow rice, black beans, salsa la fonda and Juan’s hot sauce in a Hola Nola flour, whole wheat, spinach or cayenne tortilla. Red chili and chicken quesadillas include adobo sauce, spinach and goat cheese. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

La Casita

634 Julia St., (504) 2188043; 8400 Oak St., (504) 826-9913; www.eatlacasita.com El Fuego tacos feature braised brisket, Monterey Jack cheese, salsa verde and pico de gallo in corn tortillas. Pork and sweet potato quesadillas are filled with carnitas, spicy sweet potatoes, pico de gallo and manchego. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Los Jefes Tortilleria & Grill

3224 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, (504) 516-2861; www.losjefesgrill.com Fish tacos are topped with cabbage, pico de gallo, cilantro, queso fresco and creamy chipotle sauce. Combination fajitas include chicken, steak, shrimp, grilled onions, bell peppers, rice, refried beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream and tortillas. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Nacho Mama’s Mexican Grill

Elmwood Shopping Center, 1000 S. Clearview Parkway, Suite 1016, Harahan, (504) 736-1188; www.nachomamasmexicangrill.com Buffalo chicken nachos feature deep fried chicken tossed in house made Buffalo sauce with blue cheese, red onion and celery. The super

steak burrito is packed with steak, black beans and cheese, rolled in a tortilla and topped with crema and house-made guacamole. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

with queso and Cotija cheeses. Seared ahi tuna comes with grilled pineapple-habanero relish. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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1814 Magazine St., (504) 304-7063; www.facebook.com/ rosamezcalnola Playeros tacos are filled with grilled shrimp, cream cheese-stuffed jalapenos, bacon and chipotle mayonnaise. Apache tacos are filled with sirloin, cactus and Oaxaca cheese. Both are served with two sides. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Superior Grill

3636 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-4200; www.neworleans. superiorgrill.com The menu includes tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos, burgers, salads and more. Carnitas tacos feature pulled pork in corn tortillas with avocado, red onion, tomatillo sauce, rice and beans. Fajita platters feature a choice of grilled shrimp, steak or chicken with tortillas, peppers and onions. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Taqueria Corona

1827 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 7386722; 3535 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 8855088; 5932 Magazine St., (504) 897-3974; www.taqueriacorona.com The menu includes tacos, burritos, flautas, quesadillas, salads, a Mexican pizza and more. Fried shrimp and cheese flautas are served with guacamole and sour cream. A shrimp quesadilla is filled with mozzarella and cheddar cheeses and served with guacamole and salsa. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

The Velvet Cactus

6300 Argonne Blvd., (504) 301-2083; www. thevelvetcactus.com Crawfish boil queso features crawfish, corn and vegetables mixed

BB King’s Blues Club

1104 Decatur St., (504) 934-5464; www.bbkings.com/ new-orleans The barbecue brisket melt features housesmoked meat, bacon, American cheese, Tabasco onions, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and house barbecue sauce. Shrimp and grits combines sauteed Gulf shrimp, tasso, okra, garlic and Cajun spices and is served over cheddar grits with diced tomatoes. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Bamboula’s

514 Frenchmen St., (504) 944-8461; www.bamboulasnola.com The Ultimate grilled cheese sandwich features blackened shrimp and Gouda cheese on sourdough bread with a side of fries. Open-faced po-boys are available with fried oysters, shrimp or catfish and served with fries. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Bombay Club

Prince Conti Hotel, 830 Conti St., (504) 5772237; www.bombayclubneworleans.com Fried Brussels sprouts are served with bacon jam and sauce Maltese. Charred hanger steak is sliced and served with marchand de vin, hand-cut fries and bone marrow butter. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

House of Blues

225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues. com/neworleans/ restaurant A house-baked pretzel is served with cheese sauce and Creole mustard. Cajun chicken pasta features blackened chicken, spicy Cajun cream, roasted tomatoes, pasilla onions, spinach and roasted

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Kukhnya

626 Frenchmen St., (504) 949-0696; www.snugjazz.com Fish Marigny features a fried fillet topped with Gulf shrimp in Creole cream sauce. New Orleans-style shell-on barbecue shrimp are sauteed with butter, garlic, rosemary and cayenne. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Little Gem Saloon

445 S. Rampart St., (504) 267-4863; www. littlegemsaloon.com Country-fried chicken is served with andouille sausage and red beans and rice. A burger features an 8-ounce Angus beef patty topped with chicken-fried bacon, an over-easy egg, Swiss cheese, pickles and Creole honey mustard and is served with fries. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Market Cafe

1000 Decatur St., (504) 527-5000; www.marketcafenola.com Gumbo features andouille, shrimp, crabmeat and Cajun seasonings. A muffuletta includes mortadella, salami, ham, provolone and Swiss cheeses and olive salad on a toasted roll. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Palm Court Jazz Cafe

1204 Decatur St., (504) 525-0200; www.palmcourtjazzcafe.com Steak and mushroom pie is served with mashed potatoes and vegetables. A appetizer plate includes shrimp cakes, ginger-sesame shrimp, fried oysters and crab claws. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Rock ’n’ Bowl

3000 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 861-1700; www.rocknbowl.com Chicken wings are served with waffles and cane syrup dipping sauce. Rosemary skewered shrimp are boiled and tossed in remoulade with rosemary. No reservations. Lunch, dinner

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro

NEIGHBORHOOD Augie’s Restaurant

6005 Jefferson Highway, Harahan, (504) 733-3000, www.augiesnola.com Beef brisket is served with potatoes, vegetables and horseradish sauce. Eggplant Parmesan is served over pasta with marinara. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.Sat.. Credit cards. $$

The Backyard

244 W. Harrison Ave., (504) 309-8767; www. thebackyardnola.com House-smoked brisket is served on a Weiss Guys bun with shaved onions, house-made pickles and barbecue sauce on the side. A burger features with two ground chuck patties, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, housemade pickles, shaved onions and additional choices of cheese and toppings. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Bar Redux

801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www.barredux.com Jamaican jerk pork is dressed with jerk barbecue sauce and pickles on a Dong Phuong roll. Vegan chili features roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, vegetables and ancho, chipotle, jalapeno and green chilies. No reservations. Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Bayou Hot Wings

6221 S. Claiborne Ave., Suite 104, (504) 8659464; www.bayouhotwings.com Hot wings and chicken tenders come with a

choice of sauces such as garlic butter-Parmesan, chipotle barbecue, pepper jelly and spicy pepper with varying levels of heat. Side items include onion rings, sweet potato fries, jambalaya and coleslaw. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Betsy’s Pancake House 2542 Canal St., (504) 822-0214 The breakfast special features two eggs, bacon, grits and pancakes or toast. Monday’s red beans and rice special comes with smoked sausage, a pork chop or a ham shank. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Sun.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Bistro Orleans

3216 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 3041469; www.bistroorleansmetairie.com Thin-cut wild Des Allemands catfish is served with french fries, coleslaw and French bread. Char-grilled oysters are topped with Parmesan and garlic butter. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Bourree

1510 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 510-4040; www.bourreenola.com Spicy Buffalo chicken wings are served with poblano ranch. Housesmoked brisket fills a po-boy topped with barbecue sauce and pimiento cheese. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon., latenight Wed.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Buffa’s Lounge

1001 Esplanade Ave., (504) 949-0038; www.buffasbar.com The menu includes pasta, deli sandwiches, burgers, chicken wings, salads and a few Creole favorites. Bratwurst jambalaya is made with beer-soaked bratwurst. Ham is injected with honey-praline sauce and deep-fried. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Aquarius

2101 Paris Road, Chalmette, (504) 510-3080 Caesar salad features grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, Parmesan and house-made focaccia croutons with Creole

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corn. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Siberia, 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855; www.siberianola.com Pierogis are Polish potato and cheese dumplings served with sour cream and sweet onions. The grilled Russki Reuben includes corned beef, spicy cabbage, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing on rye bread. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Cash only. $

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www.joeyksrestaurant.com Fried green tomatoes are topped with grilled shrimp and served with remoulade. Fried eggplant Napoleon includes fried shrimp and crawfish cream sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

KY’s Olde Towne Bicycle Shop Restaurant

2267 Carey St., Slidell, (985) 641-1911; www. kysoldetowne.com Oysters bordelaise features fried oysters over spaghettini with olive oil, herbs and Parmesan. Roast beef is slowcooked in house, sliced thin and served as a po-boy with house-made gravy on Leidenheimer bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Katie’s Restaurant & Bar

A family shares a meal at Dry Dock Cafe in Algiers Point. mustard Caesar dressing, and it also is available in a wrap. The Izzy sandwich includes turkey, ham, applewood-smoked bacon, Swiss cheese, arugula, Roma tomatoes and honey-mustard aioli on whole wheat bread or in a tomato tortilla. No reservations. Lunch Tue.Sun., dinner Tue. Credit cards. $

Cafe Dauphine

5229 Dauphine St., (504) 309-6391; www.nolacafedauphine.com Lizardi rolls are egg rolls filled with cabbage, crabmeat, shrimp and crawfish seasoned with Asian and Cajun spices and served with sweet chili sauce. Deep-fried bell peppers are stuffed with crabmeat and shrimp dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Gentilly

5339 Franklin Ave., (504) 281-4220: www.thecafegentilly.com Louisiana crawfish, creamed spinach and Swiss cheese fill an omelet. Eggs Benedict is topped with a soft-shell crab. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Chap’s Chicken Restaurant & Catering

203 W. Harrison Ave., (504) 371-5546; www.chapschicken.com Chicken is fried to order and served with macaroni and cheese, potato salad, fries, mashed potatoes, red beans, coleslaw or jambalaya. Chicken and waffles features three waffles topped with chicken tenders. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop 2309 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-2022; www.gumbostop.com Mumbo gumbo features chicken, shrimp, crabmeat and sausage, and fried shrimp or crawfish top some types of gumbo. The menu also includes fried chicken, fried green tomatoes, boudin balls, jambalaya, crawfish etouffee and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Crepes a la Cart

1039 Broadway St., (504) 866-2362; www.crepecaterer.com The Boss’ Favorite crepe is filled with smoked Atlantic salmon, Swiss and cheddar cheeses and topped with a fried egg, mushrooms and red onions. The Gateaux crepe is made with butter, sugar and cinnamon and drizzled with caramel

and a splash of Grand Marnier. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

Dry Dock Cafe

133 Delaronde St., (504) 361-8240; www.thedrydockcafe.com The menu includes gumbo, po-boys, fried seafood platters, salads and more. Red beans and rice are cooked with ham hocks. Seafood Delaronde features grilled shrimp, oysters and crabmeat topped with pesto-cheese sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Fat Harry’s

4330 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-9582 The house burger features a half-pound Angus beef patty and can be topped with American cheese, blue cheese or chili. Traditional red beans and rice are available daily. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Fharmacy

2540 Banks St., (504) 324-6090; www.fharmacynola.com Steak frites salad features sliced hanger steak over arugula and frisee lettuce, shoestring fries, cherry tomatoes, bacon and blue cheese dressing. A Vietnamese sausage sandwich is dressed with

pickled carrots, jalapeno, cucumber, cilantro and aioli on a hoagie roll. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Gattuso’s Neighborhood Bar & Restaurant

435 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, (504) 368-1114; www.gattusos.net Blackened salmon tops a salad of spinach, pecans, red onions, blue cheese and raisins with a choice of dressing. A fried shrimp po-boy is dressed with lettuce, tomato, pickle and mayonnaise on Leidenheimer French bread and served with fries. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Horn’s

1940 Dauphine St., (504) 459-4676; www.hornsnola.com The Guatemalan breakfast features two eggs, black beans, plantains, avocado, salsa and sour cream served with tortillas. The Tex-Mex slammer features hash browns topped with black beans, salsa, eggs, cheese and plantains served with sour cream and tortillas. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Thu.Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Joey K’s Restaurant & Bar 3001 Magazine St., (504) 891-0997;

3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity.com The Legend sandwich features slow-smoked pulled pork tossed with barbecue shrimp on Gendusa French bread. The St. Louie sandwich includes fried Louisiana oysters topped with provolone and applewood-smoked bacon. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Kitchen Table Cafe

7005 St. Claude Ave., Arabi, (504) 301-2285; www.kitchentablearabi.com Fried oyster salad is tossed with bacon and blue cheese vinaigrette. Seared hanger steak is served with sauteed mushrooms. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Liuzza’s Restaurant and Bar

3636 Bienville St., (504) 482-9120; www.liuzzas.com The neighborhood spot serves Creole and Italian dishes. House-made meatballs are served with pasta, red gravy and eggplant casserole. The Frenchuletta is a muffuletta made with house-made olive salad served hot on French bread. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Lucy’s Retired Surfer’s Bar & Restaurant 701 Tchoupitoulas St.,

(504) 523-8995; www. lucysretiredsurfers.com/ neworleans The Juicy Lucy is an 8-ounce burger with tomato, lettuce, onion, pickles and special sauce, served with fries, sweet potato fries or salad. Serious nachos are topped with black beans, shredded cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole and queso. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Mandina’s Restaurant

3800 Canal St., (504) 482-9179; Azalea Shopping Center, 4240 Highway 22, Mandeville, (985) 6749883; www.mandinasrestaurant.com The menu includes Creole and Italian dishes. Gulf fish amandine is served with french fries. Traditional turtle soup is topped with sherry. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Napoleon House

500 Chartres St., (504) 524-9752; www.napoleonhouse.com A muffuletta is filled with ham, Genoa salami, pastrami, Swiss cheese, provolone and house-made olive salad and served warm. Grilled alligator sausage fills a po-boy dressed with Tabasco pepper jelly and Creole mustard. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood Co.

Citywide; www.nohsc.com The Shrimpzilla po-boy has fried shrimp, roast beef debris gravy, Swiss cheese, shredded cabbage and Creole mustard sauce served with garlic-herb fries. Some locations serve sugar-coated or chocolate beignets by New Orleans Coffee and Beignet Company. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

The Original Fiorella’s Cafe

5325 Franklin Ave., (504) 309-0352; www.originalfiorellas.com A fried seafood platter includes shrimp, oysters, fish fillets and soft-shell crab. Fried chicken is served with two sides,

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Pepperoni’s Cafe

8123 Hampson St., (504) 865-0336; www.pepperoniscafe.com The New Orleans omelet features Gulf shrimp, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, mozzarella and cheddar cheese. A chicken Caprese sandwich includes grilled chicken breast, spinach, tomatoes, pesto aioli and mozzarella on housemade bread. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

R&O’s Restaurant

216 Metairie Hammond Highway, Metairie, (504) 831-1248; www.ropizza.com The menu includes seafood, po-boys, Italian dishes and boiled crawfish. The roast beef

po-boy is dressed with cheese and brown or red gravy on a toasted sesame loaf. Seafood gumbo is made with shrimp, crawfish, crabs and oysters. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Wed.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Rivershack Tavern

3449 River Road, Jefferson, (504) 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern.com An alligator po-boy features a spicy blend of pork and alligator sausage served with a side of fries or sweet potato fries. The menu also includes fried catfish, shrimp and oysters. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Rocky & Carlo’s

613 W. St. Bernard Highway, Chalmette, (504) 279-8323 The menu includes fried seafood po-boys, fried chicken, pasta dishes, bread pudding and more. Macaroni and cheese is a signature side item. No

reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Russell’s Marina Grill

2352 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5281; www. shankcharcuterie.com The charcuterie board includes salami, head cheese, sausages and cheeses. Pulled pork sliders feature Carolina-style pulled pork, white barbecue sauce and Hawaiian bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $

8555 Pontchartrain Blvd., (504) 282-9980; www.russellsmarinagrill.net Leroy’s eggs are poached eggs with andouille on a sage grit cake topped with bechamel. The TexiCali omelet has chicken, avocado, onions, tomatoes, jalapenos and cheddar cheese and is topped with salsa. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

SWEGS Kitchen

Citywide; www.swegskitchen.com A chopped Asian salad includes seared tuna, mixed greens, broccoli, carrots, cucumber, almonds, avocado, mango and Asian vinaigrette. Roasted sirloin with kale chimichurri comes with a choice of vegetable sides such as stewed okra or roasted tomatoes and squash. No reservations.

Shank Charcuterie

tures two potato latkes topped with grilled spinach, two eggs and crawfish etouffee. The Orleans Slammer includes hash browns, house-made chili, two strips of hickory-smoked bacon, two eggs and melted cheddar over toast or a biscuit. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Southside Cafe

1855 Dock St., Harahan, (504) 729-4442; www.shimmyshack.net Blueberry-barbecue pork sliders are topped with melted provolone. New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp are served in hollowed-out French bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

3154 Pontchartrain Drive, Slidell, (985) 643-6133; www.southsidecafe.net The Peacemaker poboy includes a dozen fried oysters, American cheese, applewood-smoked bacon and fried eggs. A pork rib-eye dinner is available with a single or double-cut chop and comes with a choice of sides. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Slim Goodies Diner

Tommy’s Wine Bar

The Shimmy Shack

3322 Magazine St., (504) 891-3447; www.slimgoodiesdiner.com The Jewish Coonass fea-

752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 581-1103; www.tommysneworleans.com/tommyswine-bar.html

The appetizer sampler includes oysters Bienville, oysters Rockefeller, oysters Tommy, mussels marinara, paneed oysters, grilled shrimp, chorizo sausage, escargot aux champignons and crabmeat canape. Chocolate almond truffle features chilled bittersweet chocolate mousse with creme anglaise, toasted almonds and whipped cream. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Truck Farm Tavern

11760 River Road, St. Rose, (504) 699-0099; www.truckfarmtavern.com River Road barbecue shrimp comes with house-made Worcerstershire, black pepper roasted garlic butter and rosemary French bread. White chocolate bread pudding has a graham cracker crust and is topped with raspberry coulis. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ PAGE 72

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such as mashed potatoes, fries, onion rings, Caesar salad or vegetables. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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8536 Pontchartrain Blvd., (504) 282-0801; www.two-tonys.com Shrimp and crabmeat top mixed greens tossed in citrus vinaigrette. The seafood platter features grilled, blackened or fried fish, shrimp, crab cakes, oysters, soup and a side item. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

W.I.N.O.

610 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 324-8000; www.winoschool.com Diners can assemble a cheese plate from 20 varieties of soft, semi-soft, hard and blue cheeses. Baked brie is served with toasted walnuts and fig preserves. No reservations. Late lunch and dinner daily, late-night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $

PAN-ASIAN Asia

Boomtown Casino, 4132 Peters Road, Harvey, (504) 366-7711; www.boomtownneworleans.com/dining/asia The menu includes Chinese, Vietnamese and Thai dishes. Crab rangoons are cream cheese- and crabmeat-filled wontons served with tangy sauce. General Tso’s chicken is glazed with sweet and spicy sauce and served with jasmine rice. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Beachbum Berry’s Latitude 29

321 N. Peters St., (504) 609-3811; www.latitude29nola.com Jeff “Beachbum” Berry’s tiki bar has a Polynesian-inspired menu. Loco Moco is a beef patty topped with shiitake mushrooms, soy glaze, coconut rice and a fried egg. Bakwan jagung are Indonesian-style corn, leek and mirliton fritters served with sweet soy dipping sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cafe East

4628 Rye St., Metairie, (504) 888-0078; www.cafeeastnola.com General Tso’s chicken is chopped chicken breast served with spicy sauce.

Honey-walnut shrimp are tossed with bell peppers in ginger-honey-soy glaze. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Hoshun Restaurant

1601 St. Charles Ave., (504) 302-9716; www.hoshunrestaurant.com Grilled rib-eye teriyaki comes with bell peppers and onions on a hot plate with teriyaki sauce. Salt and pepper shrimp features double-cooked shrimp stir-fried with salt, pepper, onions and bell peppers. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Marjie’s Grill

320 S. Broad St., (504) 603-2234; www.marjiesgrill.com Spicy Gulf shrimp are fried in a wok and served with beer lemon grass citrus butter. Spicy Brussels sprouts salad includes root vegetables, dried shrimp, tomatoes and chilies. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Maypop

611 O’Keefe Ave., (504) 518-6345; www.maypoprestaurant.com Cured Gulf flounder is served with fermented black beans, fried panisse (small chickpea flour fritters) and house vinaigrette. Fermented pork belly is served with red beans, fried sticky rice cakes, pickled peppers, shallot kimchi and XO sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Noodle & Pie

741 State St., (504) 2529431; www.noodleandpie.com Gulf fish chili ramen features redfish and flounder chili broth with house-made noodles, crabmeat marinated in crab fat, pickled red onion, cilantro microgreens, a soft egg and butter. Korean sesame-fried chicken features black bean chili glaze and is served with house-made kimchi. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch Fri.Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

PIZZA Ancora Pizzeria & Salumeria

4508 Freret St., (504) 324-1636; www.ancorapizza.com Gnocchi are tossed with crabmeat in beurre fondue. Arancini are fried risotto and mozzarella balls served with tomato sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Angeli On Decatur

1141 Decatur St., (504) 566-0077; www.angelineworleans.com Chicken Diavolo pizza is topped with spicy red pepper sauce, mozzarella, grilled chicken, red onions and roasted garlic. The Mediterranean burger features a spicy beef patty topped with feta cheese, lettuce, tomato and sun-dried tomato aioli. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Blaze Pizza

611 O’Keefe Ave., (504) 208-1028; www.blazepizza.com Build-your-own pie options include sauces (tomato, spicy tomato or cream), cheeses, meats, vegetables and additions such as pesto or barbecue sauce. The Green Stripe pie features chicken, red bell peppers, arugula, mozzarella and garlic. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Brooklyn Pizzeria

4301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 833-1288; www.eatbrooklyn.net The Meatza pie is topped with pepperoni, Italian sausage, beef, bacon and Canadian bacon. The Stromboli is filled with pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms, mozzarella and tomato sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Cafe Ditali’s

1650 Manhattan Blvd., Suite E, Harvey, (504) 361-0058; www.ditalis.com Pasta Ditali features a chicken breast over penne pasta with mushrooms, onions and broccoli in white wine sauce. Ragin’ Cajun PAGE 74

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pizza has Louisiana crawfish, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, onion, garlic, chili flakes, mozzarella and house-made fonduta cream sauce. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Cafe Roma 1507 Magazine St., (504) 524-2419; www.caferomauptown.com Garlic chicken pizza includes sauteed chicken strips, onions, roasted garlic, sliced tomatoes and garlic sauce. Baked lasagna is layered with cheeses and meat sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Crescent City Pizza Works

G’s Kitchen Spot at Balcony Bar and Cafe

Dolce Vita WoodFired Pizzeria

G’s Pizza

407 Bourbon St., (504) 569-3664; www.facebook.com/ pizzaworksnola Chizzaburger combines Angus beef, onions, mozzarella, pickles, ketchup and mustard. Chicken Bacon Krunch pizza is topped with chicken, bacon, Kettle chips, mozzarella, provolone and ranch sauce. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

1205 St. Charles Ave., (504) 324-7674; www.dvpizzeria.com The Sicily pizza is topped with duck confit, peaches, Parmesan, buffalo mozzarella and a drizzle of bourbon glaze. The Tuscany pizza includes slow-roasted pulled pork and house-made barbecue sauce. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner and late-night Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

3201 Magazine St., (504) 891-9226; www.gskitchenspot.com Margherita pizza is made with mozzarella, basil and house-made garlic-butter sauce. G’s Famous burger features a half-pound patty topped with a fried egg, grilled red onion, spring greens, tomato and G’s special sauce on a bun. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ 4840 Bienville St., (504) 483-6464; www.gspizzas.com Margherita pizza features house-made dough topped with garlic-butter sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano and tomatoes. The NOLA Green Roots pie features house-made tomato sauce, mozzarella, black olives, mushrooms, onions, organic spinach, bell peppers, roasted red peppers, artichokes and roasted garlic. No

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Happy Italian Pizzeria

7105 Jefferson Highway, Harahan, (504) 305-4666; www.happyitalian.com The muffuletta calzone is filled with mozzarella, provolone, capicola and olive salad and has a sesame seed crust. The meat sauce pizza has a thick layer of turkey and pork sauce topped with mozzarella and provolone cheeses on a regular or wheat crust. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., lunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

Isabella’s Pizzeria

200 Hewitt Road, Hammond, (985) 2309900; 2660 Florida St., Mandeville, (985) 6745700; 70452 Highway 21 Covington, Suite 500, Covington, (985) 8757620; www.isabellaspizzeria.net Four Seasons pizza offers a taste of four pizzas — tomato, basil and garlic; green onion sausage and

roasted red pepper; seafood; and spinach combo — separated by braided dough. The chicken pesto wrap includes chicken, caramelized onions, spinach, tomato, roasted red pepper, pesto, feta and mozzarella in lavash. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen

95 French Market Place, (504) 522-9500; www.lpkfrenchquarter.com Jumbo Gulf shrimp are sauteed with sherry, tomatoes, white wine, basil, garlic and butter and served over angel hair pasta. A vegan wrap combines black bean sauce, vegan sour cream, vegan cheese, cilantro, jalapenos, onions and carrots and comes with french fries, asparagus or pasta salad. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Uptown 615 S. Carrollton Ave.,

(504) 866-5900; www.louisianapizzakitchenuptown.com The chicken salad croissant is dressed with mixed greens, Roma tomato slices and mozzarella cheese and served with tomato-basil soup and Caesar salad. The grilled three-cheese sandwich features colby Jack, cheddar and mozzarella served with pickles, tomato-basil soup and Caesar salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Mark Twain’s Pizza Landing

2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www.marktwainpizza.com Life on the Mississippi pizza includes pepperoni, Canadian bacon, sausage, mushrooms, green bell peppers, black olives, jalapenos and anchovies. The BLT pie features bacon, tomato and arugula, and chicken is an optional addition. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch

Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Mellow Mushroom

1645 Highway 190, Covington, (985) 3275407; 3131 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 644-4155; 8227 Oak St., (504) 345-8229; www.mellowmushroom.com Thai Dye pizza features an olive oil and garlic brushed crust, curried chicken, mozzarella, Roma tomatoes and onions topped with basil, cucumbers and sweet Thai chili sauce. The House pie is topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, ground beef, ham, applewood-smoked bacon, mushrooms, black olives, Roma tomatoes, green peppers and onions. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Mid City Pizza

4400 Banks St., (504) 483-8609; www.midcitypizza.com The meatball sandwich

features house-made meatballs, marinara, mozzarella, Parmesan and basil on Amoroso Italian bread. Shrimp remoulade pie includes roasted shrimp, spinach, red onion, green onions, garlic, basil, garlic oil and remoulade. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Midway Pizza

4725 Freret St., (504) 322-2815; www.midwaypizzanola.com Top Shelf Margarita pizza features an olive oilbrushed thin crust, mozzarella, grape tomatoes, garlic, basil and shaved Parmesan. The Money Pie includes cheese, spinach, pepperoni, meatballs, roasted garlic, grape tomatoes and basil. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Milano Pizzeria

3002 Cleary Ave., Metairie, (504) 780-7500; www.ordermilanosmetairie.com

Artichoke pizza is topped with garlic sauce, mushrooms, caramelized onions, tomatoes and mozzarella and feta cheeses. Grilled chicken breast tops a salad of lettuce, tomatoes, mushrooms, red onions, mozzarella and honey-mustard dressing. No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Mo’s Pizza

1112 Ave. H, Westwego, (504) 341-9650; www.mospizzanola.com Muffuletta pizza is topped with mortadella, Genoa salami, ham and olive salad. Lasagne is filled with cheese and house-made meat sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

New York Pizza

4418 Magazine St., (504) 891-2376 The Big Apple pizza is topped with pepperoni, Canadian bacon, mushrooms, olives, onions, green bell peppers and Italian

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sausage. The Queens pizza features an olive oil-brushed crust topped with artichokes, spinach, mushrooms, mozzarella and feta. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Outlaw Pizza Co.

814 S. Peters St., (504) 528-2743; www.outlawpizzanola.com The muffuletta ingredients fill a calzone. Angel hair pasta is tossed with roasted broccoli, ricotta and spicy sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Pizza Delicious

617 Piety St., (504) 676-8482; www.pizzadelicious.com Margherita pizza is topped with mozzarella, Parmesan, basil and a drizzle of garlic- and thyme-infused olive oil. Bucatini carbonara is tossed with pancetta, peas, egg and Parmesan. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $

Pizza Domenica

4933 Magazine St., (504) 301-4978; www.pizzadomenica.com Shaved Brussels sprouts salad includes pickled golden raisins, toasted almonds and Creole mustard vinaigrette. Clam pizza is topped with butter, garlic and chilies. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Pizza NOLA

141 W. Harrison Ave., Suite A, (504) 872-0731; www.pizzanola.com The Fleur de Lis pizza has a garlic and olive oil brushed crust topped with mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, bacon and blue cheese. The California club sandwich combines house-roasted turkey, avocado, bacon, tomato, lettuce and mayonnaise on housebaked bread. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast Fri.Sun., lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Reginelli’s Pizzeria

Citywide; www.reginellis.com The menu includes pizza, pasta, calzones, sandwiches and salads.

The Veggie Reggie pie includes roasted cauliflower, eggplant, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese and pesto sauce. The Uptowner sandwich features smoked turkey breast, provolone cheese, avocado, cherry tomatoes, sprouts and hot pepper relish on focaccia bread. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Rotolo’s Pizzeria

Citywide; www.rotolos.com The Sgt. Pepper pie features Italian sausage, banana peppers, roasted red peppers, green bell peppers and red sauce. The Italian club sandwich combines pepperoni, Canadian bacon, salami, bacon, mozzarella cheese and marinara and comes with Zapp’s chips. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Slice Pizzeria

1513 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; Loyola University, Carrollton Hall, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; www.slicepizzeria.com The Creole Country pie features Creole-Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, caramelized onion and goat cheese. The Wicked Garden white pizza is topped with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, caramelized onions and roasted garlic. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza

1212 S. Clearview Parkway, Suite D, Harahan, (504) 733-3803; 2125 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 510-4282; 4024 Canal St., (504) 302-1133; 4128 Magazine St., (504) 894-8554; www.theospizza.com The Local Pro is an olive oil-brushed crust topped with tomatoes, zucchini, black pepper, mozzarella, feta and basil. Spicy Mexican pizza is topped with chicken, white onions, tomatoes, Anaheim peppers and mozzarella, cheddar and feta cheeses. No reservations.

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Wit’s Inn

141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600; www.witsinn.com Barbecue chicken pizza features chicken topped with herb sauce, mozzarella, green peppers, red onions, jalapeno barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese. Weekday lunch specials include small pizzas such as pepperoni, chicken combo pies and the salad pie. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Wood Pizza Bistro & Taphouse

404 Andrew Higgins Drive, (504) 281-4893; www.woodpizzaneworleans.com Tutti carne pizza features applewood-smoked bacon, prosciutto, coppa, spicy Italian sausage, mozzarella and tomato sauce. Baked bruschetta is two pieces of toasted pistolette topped with pesto goat cheese, balsamic tomatoes, roasted garlic oil, chopped basil and topped with arugula. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

SANDWICHES & PO-BOYS Avery’s on Tulane

2510 Tulane Ave., (504) 821-4110; www.averysontulane.com Cornmeal-fried pickle chips are served with horseradish cream. The Pearl River po-boy features fried oysters, roast beef gravy, bacon, lettuce and mayonnaise. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Back to the Garden

833 Howard Ave., Suite 100, (504) 299-8792 A stir-fried vegetable plate features broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, onions, garlic and tamari over brown rice. Charbroiled chicken salad includes greens, avocado, tomato, carrots and cucumbers. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

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3206 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 833-9226; www.bearspoboys.com A roast beef po-boy is dressed with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and mayonnaise. The NOLA burger is topped with roast beef debris and melted Swiss cheese. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

The Big Cheezy

422 1/2 S. Broad St., (504) 302-2598; 3232 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 3055349; Henry’s Uptown Bar, 5101 Magazine St., (504) 258-4075; www.thebigcheezy.com The Mac N’ Cheezy is a grilled cheese sandwich made with four-cheese macaroni. The Juice is a grilled cheese sandwich with roast beef debris, caramelized onions and grilled green peppers. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Blue Line Sandwich Co. 2023 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 3093773; www.bluelinesandwichco.com The Broken Yolk Sandwich includes a fried egg, house-made corned beef, Swiss cheese and grilled onions on seven-grain toast. The Cuban panino is a pressed sandwich featuring local cochon de lait, sliced ham, Gruyere cheese, breadand-butter pickles and yellow mustard on French bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Breads on Oak

8640 Oak St., (504) 324-8271; www.breadsonoak.com A tofu banh mi features local lemon grasschili tofu, cucumbers, cilantro, pickled carrots, daikon and house-made sweet and spicy sauce on an organic baguette. A tempeh BLT features smoky tempeh, organic greens, tomato, aioli and avocado on organic seeded multigrain bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Central Grocery

923 Decatur St., (504) 523-1620; www.central-

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

Continental Provisions

French Market, 1100 N. Peters St., Stall 23, (504) 407-3437; www.cpnola.com The Fromage Fort sandwich features a housemade white wine-infused cheese spread topped with salami, cotto, arugula, olive oil and cracked pepper on a lightly grilled baguette. A charcuterie platter features imported and domestic cured meats and pate with cornichons, chutney and mustard. No reservations. Lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Dat Dog

601 Frenchmen St., (504) 309-3362; 3336 Magazine St., (504) 324-2226; Lakeside Shopping Center, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie (504) 3047005; 5030 Freret St., (504) 899-6883; www.datdognola.com The Bacon Werewolf is a Slovenian smoked pork sausage topped with sauerkraut, dill relish, grilled onions, tomatoes, bacon and Creole mustard. “White trash” fries are topped with chili, cheese, guacamole, onions, jalapeno, tomatoes and sour cream. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

DiMartino’s Famous New Orleans Muffulettas

700 S. Tyler St., Covington, (985) 276-6460; 1788 Carol Sue Ave., Gretna, (504) 392-7589; 3900 Gen. De Gaulle Drive, (504) 367-0227; 6641 Westbank Expressway, Suite A, Marrero, (504) 341-4096; www.dimartinos.com The menu includes muffulettas, po-boys, fried seafood platters, salads, burgers and more. Eggplant parmigiana is served with spaghetti. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $$

Domilise’s Po-Boys & Bar

5240 Annunciation St., (504) 899-9126; www.domilises-

poboys.com The half-and-half seafood po-boy features fried shrimp and oysters, lettuce, pickles, mayonnaise, hot sauce and ketchup on Leidenheimer bread. The roast beef and Swiss cheese po-boy is dressed with mayonnaise, lettuce, pickles, two mustards and roast beef debris gravy on Leidenheimer bread. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Fat Boy Pantry

1302 Magazine St., (504) 239-9514; www.instagram.com/ fatboypantry The fried lobster tail po-boy is dressed with remoulade and drawn butter. The Pantry cheeseburger is topped with bacon and a fried egg. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Joey Jeanfreau’s Grill

2324 Paris Road, Chalmette, (504) 271-8216; www.jeanfreausmeats.com Top round beef is slowcooked in house daily for po-boys. House-made Italian sausage also is available in a po-boy. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Johnny’s Po-Boys

511 St. Louis St., (504) 524-8129; www.facebook.com/ johnnyspoboys The roast beef po-boy features house-cooked beef and is dressed with lettuce, tomato and pickles on Leidenheimer bread. The muffuletta includes ham, imported salami, mozzarella and house-made olive salad on a seeded bun. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Cash only. $

Kebab

2315 St. Claude Ave., (504) 383-4328; www.kebabnola.com German doner kebab includes free-range dark-meat chicken, pickled cucumbers, cabbage, red onions, garlic aioli and tangy mustard on house-made bread. A falafel sandwich is dressed with hummus, Spanish garlic, pickled cucumber, arugula, kale, spinach, beets and red onions. No reservations. Lunch Wed.-Mon., dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ PAGE 78

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Killer Poboys

219 Dauphine St., (504) 462-2731; Erin Rose Bar, 811 Conti St., (504) 252-6745; www.killerpoboys.com An aged cheddar yard egg-omelet is served with herbed aioli, caramelized bell pepper and onions and ham, bacon or roasted sweet potatoes. The po-boy counter at the back of Erin Rose bar serves a seared Gulf shrimp poboy with Sriracha aioli, pickled vegetables and herbs. No reservations. Dauphine Street: Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Conti Street: lunch, dinner and late night Wed.-Mon. Cash only at Conti Street. $

Liberty Cheesesteaks

5031 Freret St., (504) 875-4447; www.libertycheesesteaks.com The Original is a Philadelphia-style cheese steak filled with chopped New York strip steak, caramelized onions and melted provolone. Buffalo chicken steak features chicken breast dressed with wing sauce and American and blue cheeses; ranch dressing is optional. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Luca Eats

7329 Cohn St., (504) 866-1166; www.lucaeats.com Ville Platte chicken and andouille gumbo is served with rice. The Cubano sandwich features house-roasted pulled pork, deli ham, Swiss cheese, bread and butter pickles and yellow mustard on French bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Magazine Po-Boy Shop 2368 Magazine St., (504) 522-3107 Breaded veal or eggplant Parmesan po-boys are dressed with red gravy and Swiss cheese. The muffuletta po-boy includes Chisesi ham, salami, provolone and Swiss cheeses and olive salad on toasted Leidenheimer bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Mahony’s Po-Boys & Seafood Shop

3454 Magazine St., (504) 899-3374; www.mahonyspoboys.com

Abita beer-braised short ribs fill a po-boy topped with fried onion rings, garlic aioli, arugula and tomato. The Peacemaker po-boy is stuffed with fried P&J oysters, bacon and cheddar. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Mano’s Po-Boys

6943 Saints Drive, Metairie, (504) 734-0922; www.manospoboys.com A fried chicken breast is topped with housemade sausage gravy and comes with two eggs, breakfast potatoes or grits and toast, a biscuit or a croissant. Veal Parmesan is served with angel hair pasta and red gravy. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Melba’s Old School Po-Boys

1525 Elysian Fields Ave., (504) 267-7765; www.eatatmelbas.com The menu includes poboys, chicken wings and tenders, red beans, fried seafood platters and more. Shrimp po-boys are dressed with shredded lettuce and pickles. No reservations. Open 24 hours. Credit cards. $

Melt

2549 Banks St., (504) 812-0102; www.melt-nola.com Mama’s Melt features Chisesi ham, brie, arugula and house-made seasonal preserves on pressed French bread. The Melt-a-Letta is made with Chisesi ham, salami, capicola, olive salad, provolone and mozzarella on Italian bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Mike Serio’s Po-Boys & Deli

133 St. Charles Ave., (504) 523-2668 Slow-cooked roast beef is served dressed on Alois J. Binder’s Bakery French bread. The muffuletta features ham, Genoa salami, mortadella, Swiss and provolone cheeses and house-made olive salad. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

The Milk Bar

710 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 309-3310

Clooney’s Choice features marinated chicken breast with avocado, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, red onions, cilantro and melted mozzarella with lemon mayonnaise on ciabatta. The Blue Heeler combines roast beef, gravy, sauteed mushrooms, tomato, red onion and mozzarella and blue cheeses. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon-Sat. Credit cards. $

Nor-Joe Import Company

505 Frisco Ave., Metairie, (504) 833-9240; www.facebook.com/ norjoeimport A muffuletta features Italian meats, cheeses and olive salad on Sicilian sesame bread. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Parkway Bakery & Tavern

538 Hagan Ave., (504) 482-3047; www.parkwaypoorboys.com The Surf-and-Turf poboy tops fried shrimp with roast beef gravy. The Parkway Caprese features sliced tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

Parran’s Po-Boys & Restaurant

2321 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 3056422; 3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 885-3416; www.parranspoboys.com The seafood muffuletta includes fried shrimp, catfish and oysters and is dressed with Cajun mayonnaise. House-cooked roast beef fills a po-boy on French bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Pita Pit

5800 Magazine St., (504) 899-4141; www.pitapitnola.com The jerk chicken pita wrap features chicken marinated with Caribbean spices, onions, bell peppers and pineapple. A gyro sandwich includes lamb, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onions, feta and tzatziki. Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch,

dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

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Sammy’s Deli

1817 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 7782460; 1680 Highway 59, Mandeville, (985) 951-2120; www.facebook. com/poboyco The menu features poboys, seafood plates and salads. The Surf-and-Turf po-boy includes roast beef debris and fried Gulf shrimp. A fried oyster po-boy is dressed with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes and ketchup. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat., Credit cards. $

Radosta’s Restaurant & Deli

249 Aris Ave., Metairie, (504) 831-1537 Don’s special sandwich features house-made Italian sausage dressed with olive salad and melted provolone. House-cooked roast beef is served in a poboy dressed with gravy, lettuce and tomatoes. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Reuben’s Soup & Sandwich Co.

920 Gravier St., (504) 586-8982; www.reubenssandwich.com The Reuben features house-made pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing on rye bread. A muffuletta includes Chisesi ham, mortadella, salami, capicola, provolone, Pecorino Romano and olive salad. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Roly Poly

One Shell Square, 701 Poydras St., Suite 121, (504) 561-9800; 1640 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 305-5065; www.rolypoly.com The Hot Honey sandwich features smoked turkey, bacon, jalapeno Jack cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach and honey-mustard dressing on the side. Buffalo chicken salad features sliced chicken in wing sauce over mixed greens, blue cheese, bacon, avocado, tomatoes and croutons with barbecue ranch dressing on the side. Delivery available. No reservations. Hickory Avenue: Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Fri. Poydras

3000 Elysian Fields Ave., (504) 947-0675; www.sammysfood.com Catfish is stuffed with shrimp and crabmeat and served with shrimp and crab cream sauce. The roast beef sandwich features slow-cooked garlic-stuffed roast beef with house-made gravy. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Sammy’s Po-boys & Catering

901 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-0916; www.sammyspoboys.com The Flickaletta is a muffuletta made with ham, salami, Swiss cheese and olive salad on French bread. A fried catfish platter is served with two sides and French bread. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Short Stop Po-Boys

119 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-4572; www.shortstoppoboysno.com Seafood gumbo is made with shrimp, crab and okra. Oyster po-boys feature cornmeal-breaded Louisiana oysters on Leidenheimer French bread. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Tracey’s

2604 Magazine St., (504) 897-5413; www.traceysnola.com Buffalo wings are tossed in house wing sauce and served with blue cheese. Roast beef po-boys are dressed with garlicky brown gravy, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and mayonnaise. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Turkey and the Wolf

739 Jackson Ave., (504) 218-7428; www.turkeyandthewolf.com A chicken-fried New York strip steak sandwich is dressed with coleslaw, pickles and pepper jelly on thick white toast. An open-faced crab boil sandwich features Higgins’ crab claw meat, new potatoes, celery and scallions on a French roll.

No reservations. Lunch Wed.-Mon., dinner Mon. and Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

SEAFOOD Acme Oyster House

Harrah’s New Orleans, 8 Canal St., (504) 7082409; 724 Iberville St., (504) 522-5973; 1202 N. Highway 190, Covington, (985) 246-6155; 3000 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 309-4056; www.acmeoyster.com The Peace Maker po-boy includes fried shrimp, oysters and Tabasco-infused mayonnaise on French bread. The “10 napkin” hot roast beef po-boy features housecooked chuck roast served debris-style. Reservation policies vary by location. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Basin Seafood & Spirits

3222 Magazine St., (504) 302-7391; www.basinseafoodnola.com Oysters are available raw or char-grilled with Parmesan and butter on top and come with garlic bread. Crab and crawfish beignets are served with remoulade. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Bevi Seafood Co.

236 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-7503; 4701 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-5003; www.beviseafoodco.com The Peacemaker po-boy includes fried shrimp, roast beef debris and Swiss cheese. The Smokey Oyster fills French bread with fried oysters, smoked Gouda and pastrami bacon. Boiled crawfish are available. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

The Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar

7900 Lakeshore Drive, (504) 284-2898; www.thebluecrabnola.com Sauteed Louisiana crab claws are served with cream sauce and a cheese biscuit. Basin barbecue shrimp are Louisiana jumbo shrimp sauteed with garlic, rosemary and butter and served with a cheese biscuit. Reservations acPAGE 81

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4848 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite B, Metairie, (504) 780-9964; www.bonefishgrill.com Bang Bang shrimp features fried shrimp with spicy cream sauce. Wood-grilled swordfish is topped with feta cheese and fried shallots and served with pumpkin ravioli and green beans. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

mond, (985) 340-3891, www.catestreet308.com Crunchy wasabi tuna comes with a crushed wasabi pea crust, wasabi mayonnaise and ponzu and teriyaki sauces. The Cate Street sushi roll combines salmon, tuna, yellowtail, snow crab, asparagus and avocado in seaweed and soy paper and is topped with crunchy flakes. It comes with eel sauce, chef’s sauce with spicy sauce on the side. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri. Credit cards. $$.

Bourbon House

Charles Seafood

Bonefish Grill

144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse.com Fruits de Mer includes oysters on the half-shell, local caviar, boiled Gulf shrimp, mussels, marinated crab fingers and seafood salad. Crispy skin-on pompano comes with bourbon and Satsuma gastrique, salad and fried oysters. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Brisbi’s Lakefront Restaurant & Bar

7400 Lakeshore Drive, (504) 304-4125; www. brisbisrestaurant.com Tuna tartare nachos feature yellowfin tuna over chips, sweet pepper jelly vinaigrette and Champagne-wasabi aioli. Fish tacos are topped with cilantro-lime pico de gallo, feta and horseradish cream sauce and served with sweet potato fries. Reservations accepted for parties of five or more. Lunch and dinner Wed.Mon. Credit cards. $$

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

429 Decatur St., (504) 522-5800; www.bubbagump.com Shrimp New Orleans features peeled shrimp broiled with butter, garlic and Creole spices and served with rice. Bourbon Street mahi mahi is seasoned with Cajun spices and served with grilled shrimp, mashed potatoes and bourbon sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Cate Street Seafood Station

308 S. Cate St., Ham-

8311 Jefferson Highway, Harahan, (504) 4055263; www.charlesseafood14.com Crabmeat-stuffed trout is served with salad and vegetables. Soft-shell crab is served on a bun with a cup of gumbo. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Corner Oyster House

500 St. Peter St., (504) 522-2999; www.corneroysterhouse.com The seafood sampler includes half a pound each of boiled shrimp and crawfish and five raw oysters. Blackened St. Louis-style ribs are served with fries and coleslaw. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

The Crazy Lobster

500 Port of New Orleans Place, Suite 83, (504) 569-3380; www. thecrazylobster.com The Seafood Tower features crab maison, shrimp remoulade, shrimp cocktail, raw oysters, clams and mussels. The Bayou catfish platter includes Cajun-seasoned fries and hushpuppies. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Deanie’s Seafood

841 Iberville St., (504) 581-1316; 1713 Lake Ave., Metairie, (504) 831-4141; www.deanies.com Jumbo lump crabmeat is baked with a blend of four cheeses and seasonings and served with salad and French bread. The Creole spinach salad includes bacon, hardboiled egg, red onion,

Louisiana oysters and Creole honey mustard dressing. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $$

Desire Oyster Bar

Royal Sonesta New Orleans, 300 Bourbon St., (504) 553-2281; www.sonesta.com/ desireoysterbar The fruit de mer platter includes a dozen raw oysters, a half pound of peel-and-eat shrimp and crab Louie. Crawfish carbonara combines bow-tie pasta, bacon and crawfish cream sauce. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Don’s Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

126 Lake Drive, Covington, (985) 327-7111; 1915 S. Morrison Blvd., Hammond, (985) 3458550; 4801 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 889-1550; www. donsseafoodonline.com Fried catfish is served with red beans and rice and hushpuppies. The Cajun cowboy bone-in rib-eye is blackened and comes with mashed potatoes. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Drago’s Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar

Hilton New Orleans Riverside, 2 Poydras St., (504) 584-3911; 3232 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie, (504) 8889254; www.dragosrestaurant.com Drago’s signature char-broiled oysters are topped with Parmesan, butter, parsley and garlic. Lobster Empire is a Maine lobster stuffed with sauteed oysters and mushrooms in cream sauce served over angel hair pasta. No reservations. Arnoult Road: Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Poydras Street: Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Elysian Seafood

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Felix’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar

739 Iberville St., (504) 522-4440; www.felixs.com Oysters are available raw, baked, char-grilled or fried and are served on platters or in poboys. Buffalo oysters are served with hot sauce. The menu also includes fried shrimp, catfish and soft-shell crab platters. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Frankie and Johnny’s Restaurant

321 Arabella St., (504) 243-1234; www.frankieandjohnnys.net Char-grilled oysters are topped with garlic, Parmesan and butter. Seafood gumbo is made with shrimp, crabs and okra. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Friends Coastal Restaurant

407 St. Tammany St., Madisonville, (985) 2463370; www.geauxfriends.com Redfish on the “halfshell” is a blackened, skin-on redfish fillet topped with lump crabmeat and Key lime beurre blanc. Jack-Leg chicken features a fried chicken breast over jambalaya topped with pepper Jack cheese and seafood gumbo. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

GW Fins

808 Bienville St., (504) 581-3467; www.gwfins.com The house-cured salmon carpaccio is served with dill, Meyer lemon, pickled mustard seed and capers. Parmesan-crusted sheepshead is served with black truffle gnocchi, sugar snap peas and fried leeks. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

The Galley Seafood Restaurant

2535 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 8320955; www.thegalleyseafood.com Jumbo soft-shell crab is

topped with lump crabmeat and Alfredo sauce. Blackened or grilled redfish is topped with grilled shrimp and crabmeat and served with potatoes and vegetables. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Grand Isle

575 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 520-8530; www.grandislerestaurant.com Chili-butter baked Gulf fish comes with a popcorn rice cake, braised Covey Rise greens and heirloom sofrito. Tasso-butter baked oysters are topped with roasted jalapenos, Havarti cheese and herb breadcrumbs. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Half Shell Oyster Bar & Grill

3101 Esplanade Ave., (504) 298-0504; www.halfshellneworleans.com The menu includes raw and baked oysters, fried seafood, po-boys, burgers and more. Oysters harvested in Hopedale in St. Bernard Parish are shucked to order and served on the half-shell. Seafood gumbo features Gulf shrimp and crab. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

Harbor Seafood & Oyster Bar

for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Wed.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Jaeger’s Seafood & Oyster House

901 S. Clearview Parkway, Jefferson, (504) 818-2200; www.jaegersseafood.com Char-broiled oysters are topped with garlic, butter, Parmesan and breadcrumbs. The fried catfish platter includes french fries, hushpuppies, jambalaya and salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Wed.-Sun., dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Kelley’s Village Inn

9201 Jefferson Highway, (504) 737-4610; www.kelleysvillageinn.com The menu includes chargrilled oysters and boiled seasonal seafood. Steak night is Thursday. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Kenner Seafood

3140 Loyola Drive, Kenner, (504) 466-4701; www.kennerseafood.net The seafood bread loaf is stuffed with fried shrimp, oysters and catfish. Breaded shrimp are served over angel hair pasta with mozzarella and red gravy. Boiled crawfish are available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Lakeview Burgers and Seafood Market

3203 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 443-6454; www.fishermanscoveseafood.com The Swamp platter features fried alligator, fried crawfish, fried frog legs, turtle soup, catfish etouffee and alligator sausage. Grilled lobster is stuffed with crabmeat dressing and served with melted butter, potatoes, Cajun corn, salad and French bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

872 Harrison Ave., (504) 289-1032; www.facebook.com/ lakeviewbs Burgers feature 8-ounce ground chuck and brisket patties topped with lettuce and pickles. The Cuban sandwich includes pulled pork, ham, Genoa salami, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard on French bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Jack Dempsey’s Restaurant

911 Harrison Ave., (504) 486-4887; www.facebook.com/ lakeview.harbor The cheeseburger features an 8-ounce ground beef patty and is served with a baked potato. The fried shrimp plate comes with salad, potato salad and a side. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

738 Poland Ave., (504) 943-9914; www.jackdempseys.net The Jack Dempsey platter for two includes gumbo, shrimp, catfish, crab balls, redfish, crawfish pies and two sides. The Half & Half po-boy is two choices of shrimp, oysters or catfish. Reservations accepted

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Middendorf’s

30160 Highway 51 S., Akers, (985) 386-6666; www.middendorfsrestaurant.com Thin-sliced, cornmeal-crusted fried catfish is served with fries, coleslaw and hushpuppies. The seafood platter features broiled or fried shrimp, oysters, catfish, a stuffed crab, french fries, coleslaw and hushpuppies. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House

301 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 872-9975; 512 Bienville St., (504) 3094848; 1327 St. Charles Ave., (504) 267-0169; 3117 21st Street, Metairie (504) 833-6310; www.mredsrestaurants. com/oyster-bar Char-grilled oysters are topped with garlic butter and Parmesan and served with toasted French bread. The Fish House seafood platter for two includes butterflied jumbo shrimp, Gulf oysters, Des Allemands catfish, crab cakes, onion rings and jambalaya, french fries or potato salad. Reservations accepted. Hours vary by location. 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.mredsrestaurants. com/mr-eds Crabmeat- and shrimpstuffed mirlitons are served with candied yams. The fried chicken plate includes a chicken breast, a wing, a leg, a thigh, salad and fries. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Oceana Grill

739 Conti St., (504) 525-6002; www.oceanagrill.com Blackened Redfish Lafourche is topped with crawfish and mushroom cream sauce and served with mashed potatoes and fried crawfish tails. The seafood platter includes fried oysters, shrimp, catfish, french fries, coleslaw, jalapeno hushpuppies and cocktail and tartar sauces. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch, dinner

and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

Off the Dock

105 Peavine Road, LaPlace, (985) 2242000; www.facebook. com/offthedockseafoodrestaurant Blackened catfish Nantua is topped with crawfish cream sauce and comes with a side. Blackened redfish is served with lemon-butter wine sauce. No reservations. Lunch Tue., dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Pascal’s Manale Restaurant

1838 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-4877; www.pascalsmanale.com Signature New Orleans barbecue shrimp features head-on Gulf shrimp in tangy butter sauce served with French bread. The combination pan roast includes oysters, shrimp, crabmeat and herbs. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Peche Seafood Grill

800 Magazine St., (504) 522-1744; www.pecherestaurant.com The rustic-style fish house serves grilled whole redfish with salsa verde. The menu also includes crudo, beer-battered fish sticks, seafood gumbo, shrimp bisque and more. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Pier 424 Seafood Market

424 Bourbon St., (504) 309-1574; www.pier424seafoodmarket.com Spicy crawfish lettuce wraps are filled with Louisiana crawfish tails tossed in creamy Cajun sauce with herbs, cucumber, carrot and avocado. Barbecued ribs are slow-cooked with sweet bourbon barbecue sauce and served with sweet potato fries. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$$

Porter & Luke’s

1517 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 875-4555; www.porterandlukes.com Battered and fried Louisiana soft-shell crab is served over angel hair pasta with crawfish and

shrimp cream sauce. A trio of mini iceberg wedge salads are topped with local blue crab ravigote, boiled shrimp with remoulade and fried Louisiana oysters with tomatoes and blue cheese dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

Quarter View Restaurant

613 Clearview Parkway, Metairie, (504) 8873456; www.quarterviewrestaurant.net Trout is stuffed with crabmeat and topped with crawfish cream sauce. Captain Sam’s seafood platter includes fried shrimp, fish, oysters, stuffed crab and a choice of sides. No reservations. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Red Fish Grill

115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com Barbecue oysters are flash-fried and served with Crystal barbecue sauce and house-made blue cheese dressing. Hickory-grilled redfish is topped with sauteed jumbo lump crabmeat and served with lemon butter sauce and Pontalba potatoes with tasso and wild mushrooms. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

The Red Maple

1036 Lafayette St., Gretna, (504) 367-0935; www.theredmaple.com A crabmeat-stuffed mushroom cap is served with lemon beurre blanc. Grilled Gulf fish Pontchartrain is topped with crabmeat and mushroom sherry sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Royal House Oyster Bar

441 Royal St., (504) 5282601; www.royalhouserestaurant.com Crawfish ravioli are filled with ricotta and topped with creamy crawfish sauce and sauteed crabmeat. Clams, mussels, shrimp and scallops are sauteed with garlic and herbs and served with marinara over linguine. No reservations. Breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ PAGE 85

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7742 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, (504) 393-7303; www.salvosseafood.com The menu includes raw and baked oysters, fried seafood platters, po-boys, boiled shrimp, crawfish, crabs and more. The butterflied shrimp plate features a dozen shrimp, salad and fries, potato salad or coleslaw. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Sassafras Restaurant

2501 Leon C. Simon Blvd., (504) 288-3939; www.sassafrasnola.com Smothered shrimp and okra is made with smoked sausage in Creole tomato sauce and is served over rice with salad. St. Roch seafood pasta features sauteed crawfish tails and Gulf shrimp over angel hair pasta with cream sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Seaworthy

630 Carondelet St., (504) 930-3071; www.seaworthynola.com The Grand Banks lobster roll features Maine lobster meat, fennel, herbs, pickled cucumber and lemon and is served with french fries. Whole roasted speckled trout comes with roasted Brussels sprouts, braised radishes and salsa verde. Reservations accepted. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$$

Seither’s Seafood

279 Hickory Ave., Harahan, (504) 738-1116; www.seithersseafood.com The blackened shrimp po-boy includes avocado, lettuce and remoulade. The local fish special features a fillet seasoned with lime, cilantro and jalapeno served with avocado, pico de gallo and fried tortillas. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Smitty’s Seafood

2000 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 468-1647 Smitty’s seafood boat features fried shrimp, fish and oysters, stuffed crab, french fries and French bread. Barbecue shrimp are served in peppery butter sauce and come with salad and a choice of fries, baked macaroni, Cajun potatoes, potato

salad or vegetables. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Station 6 Seafood & Oyster Bar

105 Metairie-Hammond Highway, Metairie, (504) 345-2936; www.station6nola.com Bucktown cracked crab stew includes Gulf shrimp and oysters with cornbread on the side. The Sloppy Drew sandwich features braised beef, provolone and onion jam. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

The Stuffed Crab

3431 Houma Blvd., Suite B, Metairie, (504) 5105444; www.thestuffedcrab.com The crabmeat enchilada is topped with cheese and green onions. Crab au gratin features crabmeat in cream sauce topped with cheddar cheese and served with garlic bread and soup or salad. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Superior Seafood & Oyster Bar

4338 St. Charles Ave., (504) 293-3474; www.superiorseafoodnola.com Pecan-crusted drum is served over Creole potatoes with barbecue butter sauce and Creole hollandaise. Seafood pasta features sauteed shrimp, crab, mussels and olives in garlic pomodoro sauce over angel hair pasta with basil and Parmesan. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Trenasse

444 St. Charles Ave., Suite 100, (504) 6807000; www.trenasse.com Stinky Stew includes Louisiana shrimp, oysters, mussels, fish and crab legs prepared in basil butter broth with a pressed crab po-boy on the side. Buffalo frog legs come with Stilton, mayonnaise, garlic and honeycomb. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Voleo’s Seafood Restaurant

5134 Nunez St., Lafitte, (504) 689-2482 The Big Boy seafood

platter for two features fish, shrimp, oysters, stuffed crabs, crab claws, stuffed shrimp, frog legs, crawfish tails and softshell crab. Seafood pizza is topped with shrimp, crawfish, crab, onions, mushrooms, bell peppers, mozzarella and tomato sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon. and Wed.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Zimmer’s Seafood

4915 St. Anthony Ave., (504) 282-7150; www.facebook.com/ zimmersseafood The combination seafood platter includes fried shrimp, oysters and catfish, french fries, bread and salad or coleslaw. Seafood po-boys feature fried shrimp, oysters, fish or crab cakes. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit card. $

STEAKHOUSE Beef Connection Steakhouse

501 Gretna Blvd., Gretna, (504) 366-3275 A la carte steaks such as the Angus beef filet mignon are topped with hot drawn butter. New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp are served in pepper sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Charlie’s Steak House

4510 Dryades St., (504) 895-9323; www.charliessteakhousenola.com The traditional wedge salad is topped with blue cheese, and fried onion rings are an optional addition. The Charlie is a 32-ounce thick-cut T-bone steak served on a sizzling platter. Crabmeat au gratin can be added to steaks. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Chophouse New Orleans

322 Magazine St., (504) 522-7902; www.chophousenola.com The traditional steakhouse offers New York strips, bone-in rib-eyes, porterhouses, filet mignons, lobster tails and more. Beef carpaccio is thinly sliced raw tenderloin topped with balsamic reduction, horseradish aioli, Parmesan, arugula and capers. Reservations

recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Crescent City Steakhouse

1001 N. Broad St., (504) 821-3271; www.crescentcitysteaks.com The traditional steakhouse serves large porterhouse steaks for two or three people to share. Bread pudding includes raisins and peaches and is topped with brandy sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.Fri. and Sun., dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Desi Vega’s Steakhouse

628 St. Charles Ave., (504) 523-7600; www.desivegasteaks.com The selection of steaks includes New York strips, rib-eyes, filets, bone-in cowboy steaks and porterhouses for two. Who Dat shrimp are stuffed with crabmeat, wrapped in bacon and served with sweet Thai chili sauce and chipotle remoulade. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse

716 Iberville St., (504) 522-2467; www.dickiebrennanssteakhouse.com Bone-marrow escargot come with leeks, garlic, bacon, shallots and bone marrow butter. Chateaubriand for two includes a 20-ounce tenderloin steak, grilled asparagus, potatoes au gratin, roasted vegetables gratinee, sauteed mushrooms and three house-made sauces. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Doris Metropolitan

620 Chartres St., (504) 267-3500; www.dorismetropolitan.com Baladi eggplant combines charred eggplant, tahini, tomato concasse, pine nuts and sumac. Short ribs are cooked for 24 hours and served with smoked tomato jus and root puree. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri.Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Galatoire’s 33 Bar & Steak

215 Bourbon St., (504) 335-3932; www.galatoires33barandsteak.com

The a la cart menu of steaks includes T-bones, rib-eyes, filets mignons and New York strips and sauces such as bordelaise, bearnaise, hollandaise and horseradish cream. A 2-pound Maine lobster is baked in its shell and served with Thermidor sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Keith Young’s Steakhouse

165 Highway 21, Madisonville, (985) 845-9940; www.keithyoungs.net The petit filet is an 8-ounce center-cut tenderloin served with green beans and a baked potato, mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes. Broiled redfish is topped with lump crabmeat, beurre blanc and basil. Reservations accepted. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$$

La Boca

870 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 525-8205; www.labocasteaks.com The Argentinian-style steakhouse serves a Gaucho plate including skewered beef, chorizo, sweetbreads and beef empanadas. Steak choices include Painted Hills organic hanger steak. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat., latenight Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Mr. John’s Steakhouse

2111 St. Charles Ave., (504) 679-7697; www.mrjohnssteakhouse.com Seared New York strip steak is served on a hot plate with sizzling butter. Fried green tomatoes are topped with crabmeat and remoulade. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Morton’s The Steakhouse

The Shops at Canal Place, 365 Canal St., (504) 566-0221; www.mortons. com/neworleans Chicken Christopher is served with garlic beurre blanc. Prime bone-in rib-eye is cooked Chicago-style — charred on the outside and rare in the middle. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

N’tini’s

2891 Highway 190, Man-

deville, (985) 626-5566; www.ntinis.com Prime rib flatbread is topped with caramelized onions, mozzarella and horseradish cream. The Reef and Beef includes a choice of filet, rib-eye or herb-crusted prime rib paired with either seared scallops, barbecue shrimp or steamed lobster tail and served with asparagus. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

O’Brien’s Grille

2020 Belle Chasse Highway, Gretna, (504) 3917229; www.obriensgrille.com Crawfish boil risotto features crawfish, potatoes, corn, garlic, andouille and onions. Slow-roasted prime rib is served au jus with horseradish. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Harrah’s Hotel, 525 Fulton St., (504) 5877099; 3633 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 888-3600; www.ruthschris.com T-bones, filets, New York strips and bone-in rib-eyes are seared in an 1,800-degree broiler and served on a plate sizzling with butter. Chilled jumbo shrimp come with Creole remoulade or New Orleans-style cocktail sauce. Reservations recommended. Veterans Memorial Boulevard: Lunch Fri., dinner daily. Poydras Street: lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

The Steak Knife Restaurant & Bar

888 Harrison Ave., (504) 488-8981; www.steakkniferestaurant.com Shrimp bordelaise features jumbo Gulf shrimp sauteed with mushrooms, white wine and garlic butter and flamed with brandy. Pepper-crusted yellowfin tuna steak is served with lemon-caper butter. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

TAPAS/SPANISH Barcelona Tapas 720 Dublin St., (504) 861-9696;

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The staff at Short Stop Po-boys makes a variety of sandwiches and po-boys. with flash-fried eggplant and jasmine rice. Pad ka pow gai is minced chicken prepared with garlic and Thai chili and served with fried egg and jasmine rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

SukhoThai

www.barcelonanola.com The menu includes paella and hot and cold tapas. Patatas bravas are fried potatoes drizzled with a Catalan brava sauce or aioli. Lamb chops are rubbed with herbs, panseared and served with grilled asparagus and fries. No reservations. Dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Lola’s

3312 Esplanade Ave., (504) 488-6946; www.lolasneworleans.com Gazpacho is a chilled blend of tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, olive oil and garlic. Seafood paella combines shrimp, fish, calamari, scallops, mussels, vegetables, garlic, saffron, herbs and arborio rice. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

Mimi’s in the Marigny

2601 Royal St., (504) 872-9868; www.mimismarigny.com The tapas menu includes goat cheese croquettes

drizzled with honey. Grilled salmon steak features a coffee and Kahlua glaze. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

dles on top. Fried shrimp top spicy red curry over jasmine rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Vega Tapas Cafe

Cafe Equator

2051 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-2007; www.vegatapascafe.com Fideua is a pasta version of paella made with shrimp, mussels, chicken, chorizo and vegetables. Jumbo Gulf shrimp are cooked in smoked paprika garlic oil. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

THAI Banana Blossom

2112 Belle Chasse Highway, Suite 10, Gretna, (504) 392-7530 The menu of Thai dishes includes Chiang Mai noodles, which features egg noodles, red onions, cilantro and curry sauce with crispy fried egg noo-

2920 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-4772; www.cafeequator.com The Adaman Hunter features fried tilapia over a spicy mix of shrimp, scallops and calamari, squash, bell peppers, green beans and sweet basil. Spicy basil eggplant is sauteed Asian eggplant served with onions, basil, bell pepper and pork, beef, chicken or shrimp. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

La Thai Uptown

4938 Prytania St., (504) 899-8886; www.lathaiuptown.com Louisiana shrimp and crawfish are stir-fried with vegetables in spicy garlic sauce and served

2200 Royal St., (504) 948-9309; 4519 Magazine St., (504) 373-6471; www.sukhothai-nola.com Drunken duck breast is stir-fried with roasted chili paste, onions, carrots, broccoli, zucchini, bell peppers, egg, basil and wild rice noodles. Green curry is made with coconut milk, zucchini, bell peppers, sweet basil and a choice of chicken, beef or shrimp and is served with rice or roti bread. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

Thai Mint

1438 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 862-9001; www.thaimintrestaurant.com Seafood tom yum soup is a spicy soup flavored with lemon grass and lime and includes squid, shrimp, scallops, mussels, basil and mushrooms. Spicy catfish curry features catfish fillets, bell pepper, carrots, bamboo shoots and green peppers in red curry. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

VIETNAMESE

Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $

Banh Mi Boys

Jazmine Cafe

5001 Airline Drive, Suite B, Metairie, (504) 510-5360; www.facebook.com/ banhmiboysmetairie Steak and egg fries are potatoes topped with grilled steak, pork pate, a fried egg, caramelized onions, scallions and mayonnaise. Bang Bang shrimp is a banh mi with fried shrimp tossed in a sweet and spicy glaze. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Dong Phuong Bakery & Restaurant

14207 Chef Menteur Highway, (504) 254-0296; www.dpbanhmi.com Banh quai vac are meat pies filled with spicy chicken or pork and jicama. Nem nuong is a Vietnamese sausage sandwich on banh mi bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

Doson Noodle House

135 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 309-7283 Bun bois lemon grass beef is served over rice or vermicelli. Signature rau xao Doson features stir-fried Vietnamese seasonal vegetables. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Frosty’s Caffe

2800 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 361-9099; 3400 Cleary Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-9600 Grilled chicken tops a salad with mango and avocado. Grilled marinated chicken is served with shrimp fried rice and an egg roll. No reservations.

614 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-9301; www.jazminecafe.com Com thit nuong is lemon grass marinated pork that’s char-grilled and served over rice with lettuce, cucumber, Roma tomatoes and pickled vegetables. Tamarind fish soup features tilapia, pineapple, okra, bean sprouts, tomato, onion, cilantro and celery in spicy, tangy tamarind broth and served with jasmine rice. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Lilly’s Cafe 1813 Magazine St., (504) 599-9999 Spicy tofu is served with rice noodles and a vegan egg roll. Rare flank steak and brisket pho comes with a basket of basil, bean sprouts, onions and jalapenos. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Lost Love Lounge Vietnamese Kitchen 2529 Dauphine St., (504) 949-2009; www.lostlovelounge.com Vegetarian pho features broth accented with cinnamon, ginger and star anise and served with vegetables and herbs. Pork bun salad features mixed greens, rice noodles, daikon radish, carrots, onions, mushrooms, cilantro, mint and peanuts. No reservations. Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $ PAGE 88

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Magasin Vietnamese Cafe

4201 Magazine St., (504) 896-7611; www.magasincafe.com Grilled salmon is served over brown rice vermicelli with fish sauce, vegetables and cucumber. A Vietnamese crepe is filled with pork, bean sprouts and onions, topped with grilled shrimp and served with lettuce and fish sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Mint

5100 Freret St., (504) 218-5534; www.mintmodernbistro.com Mint combo pho includes brisket, New York strip steak, meatballs, rice noodles, cilantro, onion, basil, bean sprouts and lime. Beef stew includes carrots and potatoes served with French bread. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

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514 City Park Ave., (504) 482-6845; www.mophonola.com Chef Michael Gulotta’s menu includes ramen, spring rolls, rice and vermicelli bowls, chicken wings and more. Pork pho consists of pork belly and a poached egg in smoked pork hock broth. Fried P&J oysters are served with pickled blue cheese, radishes and mayonnaise. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Namese

4077 Tulane Ave., (504) 483-8899; www.namese.net The menu includes rice and noodle dishes, curries, spring rolls, bao and more. Coconut lemon grass curry includes shrimp, chicken or tofu, plus carrots, snow peas, onions and basil. Shaken pho includes sauteed meat (beef, chicken, oxtail or seafood), beef bone marrow broth, noodles, onion and garlic. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $

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Nine Roses

620 Conti St., (504) 3249450; 1100 Stephens St., Gretna, (504) 366-7665; www.nineroses-

restaurant.com Chicken coleslaw includes cabbage, carrots, Thai basil, roasted onions, prawn crackers and fish sauce vinaigrette. Char-grilled pork tops a vermicelli bowl with lettuce, cucumbers, bean sprouts, mint, peanuts and fish sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

Pho Cam Ly

3814 Magazine St., (504) 644-4228; www.phocamly.com Bun ho hue is spicy beef soup topped with brisket and served with cilantro, onions, bean sprouts, basil, lime and jalapenos. Lemon grass chicken fills a banh mi dressed with cucumber, carrot, cilantro and butter. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

Pho Hoa Restaurant

1308 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 302-2094; www.dinevietnamese.com The char-grilled lemon grass pork sandwich is dressed with pickled carrots, daikon radish, cucumbers, jalapenos and cilantro and served on French bread. Beef noodle soup includes slow-cooked beef, carrots and rice noodles. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Pho NOLA

3320 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 941-7690 Bun bo hue is spicy huestyle beef noodle soup with brisket, pork, Vietnamese ham and tendon. Vietnamese cabbage salad features chicken, shrimp or pork over shredded purple and white cabbage, pickled carrots, daikon radish, cilantro, roasted peanuts and fried shallots in sweet chili vinaigrette and is served with shrimp chips. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Pho Orchid

1401 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 301-3368; 2135 St. Charles Ave., (504) 609-3710; 3117 Houma Blvd., Metairie, (504) 457-4188; www.pho-orchid.com Eye-round steak tops pho served with basil, sprouts and lime. Bo ne is Vietnamese steak and eggs served with a

baguette, butter, pate and salad. Reservations accepted at Houma Boulevard location only. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Pho Tau Bay

1565 Tulane Ave., (504) 368-9846; www.photaubayrestaurant.com The menu includes spring rolls, pho, banh mi, vermicelli bowls and more. Seafood noodle soup has shrimp, squid, fishballs and imitation crab and a choice of noodles. Bahn mi tom nuong features grilled shrimp, julienne carrots, onions, cucumbers, hot peppers and mayonnaise on a roll. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

Rolls-N-Bowls

605 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 3090519; www.rollsnbowlsnola.com Combination pho includes steak, Vietnamese meatballs, brisket and rice noodles in beef broth, served with a basket of bean sprouts, cilantro, basil, jalapenos and lime. A combination special includes a small bowl of combination pho and a grilled pork sandwich. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $

Saigon Noodle House

925 Behrman Highway, Suite 9, Gretna, (504) 393-8883 Bun bo hue is a spicy beef and pork noodle soup. Bun mang vit combines steamed duck and cabbage and a bowl of bamboo noodle soup. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Thanh Thanh Restaurant

131 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, (504) 368-8678; www.t2restaurant.com Vietnamese crepes are stuffed with pork, shrimp, bean sprouts and onions and served with lettuce, herbs and fish sauce. Mama’s pad thai is available with chicken or shrimp and is sauteed with spicy sauce, rice noodles, carrots, bean sprouts, white onions and garlic. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Susan Spicer and Brett Duffee keep it casual at Rosedale BY H E L E N F R E U N D @helenfreund ROSEDALE IS THE KIND OF RESTAURANT EVERY NEIGHBORHOOD WANTS. Chef Susan Spicer’s latest

endeavor sits in a quiet pocket of the Navarre neighborhood on a sleepy residential street overlooking the train tracks between Mid-City and Lakeview. It’s an unlikely spot for a chef of Spicer’s caliber and pedigree, and one that takes a sharp detour from her more refined, globally inspired menus at Bayona and Mondo, offering instead a refreshing take on comfort food. The term “comfort food” often gets pigeonholed as a heavy cuisine, with dishes cloaked in gravy or laden with cheese. The kitchen at Rosedale, led by longtime Bayona chef de cuisine Brett Duffee, takes a more liberal interpretation of the concept, borrowing from a number of culinary influences. Take the lemon and herb-grilled chicken thighs, a Mediterranean-leaning dish in which crispy-skinned, tender chicken arrives sidling a mound of roasted red potatoes emblazoned with smoky char marks. Creamy dill and garlic-tinged tzatziki provides a cooling, tangy element, while green olives add bite and brine. Italian-style garlic bread gets a nice spin on Leidenheimer loaves, where a blanket of pecorino tops the toasts, pungent with fresh dill and roasted garlic. Chunky guacamole is showered with crumbled Cotija cheese and a healthy does of lime juice, and it’s served with lightly charred, oil-slicked green onions snaked around the bowl. There are dishes that delight in simplicity without loss of attention to flavor and texture. Cubes of squash

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and sauteed mushrooms give earthy heft to a salad of mixed lettuces and kale topped with fried shallots and thick shavings of pecorino. A sharp yet feather-light vinaigrette pulls the elements together while providing just a whisper of acid for balance. An excellent pork chop comes enveloped in a golden coat of breadcrumbs, nestled next to a bed of chili pepper-studded field peas and a cap of sweet and hot apple mustard. It’s a simple, straightforward dish that speaks the language of comfort perhaps more clearly than anything here. There’s a soft Creole undercurrent across the menu. It’s in shrimp Creole topping fried eggplant slices, the rosemary barbecue shrimp and buttery oyster, spinach and bacon gratin, a dressing-like dish that would suit any New Orleans holiday table. A no-nonsense plate of smoky and sweet braised beef short ribs has a generous portion of fluffy broccoli and rice gratin, a cheddar cheese-laced indulgence that would suit a family potluck dinner. For dessert, pecan pie packed a nice buttery, brown sugar flavor, but the crust was thin and difficult to cut. Better bets are miniature ice cream sandwiches, which included

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a delicate ginger snap paired with coconut sorbet and a fudgy, brownie-like cookie with mint chocolate chip ice cream. They are individually wrapped in wax paper, which might say after-school snack, but the flavor is grownup cool. The kitchen’s humble approach is mirrored in the restaurant’s casual surroundings. Artwork covers the walls, mismatched salt and pepper shakers adorn tables and the service is friendly and attentive. No one is trying to reinvent the wheel, and diners aren’t confronted with hard-topronounce dishes or encyclopedic wine lists. The city’s restaurant scene is bursting with entrepreneurial drive and experimental chefs pushing the envelope. That makes it an exciting time to dine out in New Orleans, but it’s also nice to find a place that offers simple comforts and feels a little bit like home. Email Helen Freund at helensfreund@gmail.com

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warm mushroom salad, grilled chicken thighs, ice cream sandwiches

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Susan Spicer’s straightforward comfort cuisine shines in a relaxed neighborhood setting

(www.robertfreshmarket.com) at 2222 St. Claude Ave. in the Marigny, city officials announced Jan. 25. “This is a clear sign of rebirth and progress for the Bywater and Faubourg Marigny neighborhoods,” Mayor Mitch Landrieu said in a prepared statement. The building — vacant since Hurricane Katrina — will be renovated to house a full-service grocery store as early as December 2017. The project is made possible, in part, by funding from the city’s Fresh Food Retailer Initiative (FFRI), a program designed to increase access to fresh foods in underserved neighborhoods while providing employment opportunities. The program provides financial assistance to retail businesses through forgivable or low-interest loans to grocery stores and other fresh food retailers. Circle Foods Store, the Mid-City Whole Foods Market and Dryades Public Market all received partial funding from FFRI. “Projects like this create jobs, generate taxes, bring vacant properties back into commerce and reinvigorate neighborhoods,” Landrieu said. “We look forward to more fresh food store openings in neighborhoods throughout the city.” “We’ve created a concept that upholds the integrity and authenticity of the area while bringing the neighborhood a fresh, full-service grocery they need,” Robert Fresh Market’s CEO Marc Robert II said. The grocery store will employ 30 full-time and 50 part-time employees, and an additional 150 jobs will be created through the construction process, the statement said. — HELEN FREUND

A night of Stars THE SOUTHERN FOOD & BEVERAGE MUSEUM (1504 Oretha Castle Haley

Blvd., 504-569-0405; www.natfab. org) screens Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent Feb. 6 at Peoples Health New Orleans Jazz Market (1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.). Co-produced by celebrity chef and TV host Anthony Bourdain and directed by Lydia Tenaglia, the film examines Tower’s life. Along with a few California chefs who rose to prominence in the 1970s and ’80s, including Alice Waters, Jonathan Waxman and Judy Rodgers, Tower

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THE FOLKS AT THE AUDUBON BUTTERFLY GARDEN AND INSECTARIUM (423 Canal St., 504-524-2847;

www.audubonsinstitute.org) think king cake needs protein. Through Lundi Gras (Feb. 27), visitors to Bug Appetit, the museum’s kitchen and cafeteria, can sample king cake made with roasted cricket filling. A news release from the Insectarium says crickets give a “nutty flavor” to the Carnival classic, and describes the crunchy cricket-topped pastry as “similar to a Danish with pecans.” Keeping with tradition, the cake is decorated with the purple, green and gold sugar. Tastings are included with regular admission while supplies last. — HELEN FREUND

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Isaiah ‘Ike’ Jackson Jr. SERVER/ACTOR YOU MIGHT RECOGNIZE ISAIAH “IKE” JACKSON JR. FROM THE HBO SERIES Treme and True

Detective, American Horror Story or the movies 12 Years a Slave and Burnt. It’s also possible you’ll recognize him from Red Fish Grill, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this month, and where Jackson has worked for the past decade as a server, charming customers with his laughter and jovial attitude. Jackson spoke with Gambit about acting and restaurant work.

What got you into acting and the service industry? JACKSON: I started at Ralph’s on the Park right before Hurricane Katrina. I was there for a year, and then went to Arlington, Texas to stay with my uncle for a year. (When) they said they needed people at Red Fish Grill, I (moved) there. It was a two-man team back then. I was with my partner Greg, and I learned the ropes through him. I was the backwaiter, and then all of a sudden, Greg got sick. So I had been watching him and knew what to do. Afterwards, about a week and half later, he told me when I took the food, our check average went up and our tip average went up. After that, he took the back, I took the front, and the rest is history. With acting, the (woman) who did casting for The Wire came here to work for two months and she asked me, “Why don’t you try out for this television show?” I thought it was too late in the game for that. I’m 53 right now, and that was just a couple of years ago. But I went on an audition, and she just kept asking me back. Treme was my first show. I had never done anything like that, but I liked it. Now, I don’t call them, they call me. Sometimes they might need that “true New Orleanian figure,” and they might call me. If they want a New Orleans accent, I just come out and shine at the moment. And if I get it, cool. If I don’t, cool. I always tell them, “If it’s over five lines, I don’t want it.” I’d rather be in this restaurant.

Do acting skills help you at the restaurant? J: Looking people in the eye. Some waiters, they might hang in the back. A lot of waiters want the maximum tip but want to spend less time at the table — it don’t work like that. You gotta put in work, whatever you do. No crumbs on the table when you’re picking up the check. Waiting tables is shining work, the customer shouldn’t have to touch nothing. People who come to New Orleans, they just want to be entertained. They want to learn about the culture, the food, the city, how it’s been since Katrina. With me, you get dinner and a show. Do I love putting on a show? Oh, man. People come in and recognize me; I don’t remember names but I remember faces. This is what I do for a living. I don’t want the guest to ask me for nothing. I want to give them the best dining experience of their lives. What I like about waiting tables is that every day is a different day. I have a different experience every day, and that’s what keeps me going. I meet different people every day and they try different things. I come in and I’m ready to take care of people.

What’s the best place to go for a drink after work in the French Quarter? J: The customers always want to know where to go, and I tell them, skip Bourbon, go straight to Frenchmen Street. When I get off I don’t like to hang out around here. I stay in Mid-City, so I go to The Holy Ground (Irish Pub), DMac’s (Bar & Grill), Finn McCool’s (Irish Pub) and Bayou Beer Garden.

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is heralded for pioneering the concept of New American and California cuisine. The film follows Tower’s work at his iconic San Francisco restaurant Stars, before he abruptly closed it and disappeared from public life. The film includes interviews with Bourdain, chefs Mario Batali, Wolf gang Puck and Waxman, Martha Stewart and food writer Ruth Reichl. Tower currently lives in Mexico and is the author of Table Manners: How to Behave in the Modern World and Why Bother. The event features opening remarks from John Besh and Shaya chef de cuisine Zachary Engel at 6:45 p.m. The film screens at 7 p.m. and there is a Q&A afterward. Tower attends a reception at the Southern Food & Beverage Museum afterward. Advance tickets for SoFAB members are $20, $25 for nonmembers. Culinary student tickets are $15 with a valid student ID. Visit the museum website for details and tickets. — HELEN FREUND

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Brewing Company (4124 Tchoupitoulas St.; www. portorleansbrewingco.com) is under construction on Tchoupitoulas Street near Napoleon Avenue and will open this year. Head brewer Brian Allen plans to make clean, low-alcohol ales and lagers, including a German-style helles, a pilsner, a Czech-style schwarzbier, a brown ale and a session IPA. Allen and brewery consultant Christopher Bird, who met at the Siebel Institute of Technology, a brewing school in Chicago, also are planning to have a Kunzel grain mill and a canning line. Before working at Siebel and becoming a consultant, Bird worked at Goose Island Beer Company’s flagship brewhouse. Allen comes to Port Orleans after serving as the first head brewer at Mother’s Brewing Company in Springfield, Missouri from 2010 to 2016. Before that he was the brewer at Boston Beer Works. He’s currently the interim brewer at Chappapeela Farms Brewery, owned by Ricky Thomas, who started Port Orleans with five friends and partners, including New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Zach Strief. The brewery taproom overlooks OF WINE THE WEEK

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Tchoupitoulas Street and has a covered front patio and plenty of seating. There is a large garage door entrance and two standard doors, and the brick-lined interior walls and arched windows offer views of the brewing equipment. The taproom has a copper-topped bar and 16 taps for the brewery’s flagship and experimental beers. The owners plan to sublet the kitchen to a local chef. The brewery and taproom are under construction, but Allen hopes to open in the first half of 2017. The brewery will have space to expand with up to 10 more 60-barrel and two 90-barrel fermenters.

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2015 Ranga.Ranga Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, New Zealand Retail $11-$14

SAUVIGNON BLANC MAY BE THE MOST VERSATILE WHITE GRAPE , and it expresses itself differently depending on

the terroir where it is grown. It originated in France’s Bordeaux region and now is used to make impressive wines in South Africa, Chile, California and, especially, New Zealand. Among the 10 most purchased sauvignon blanc brands in the U.S., seven come from New Zealand. This sauvignon blanc comes from the Awatere Valley on New Zealand’s south island. The wine was fermented in stainless steel at cool temperatures. In the glass, it offers aromas of lime zest, bell pepper and dried herbs. On the palate, taste lemon grass, kiwi, some minerality and crisp acidity. Drink it with raw oysters, sushi, seafood dishes, spicy Thai and Indian dishes, salads and vegetables. Buy it at: Dorignac’s, Pearl Wine Co., Acquistapace’s supermarkets and Rouses on Carrollton Avenue, Tchoupitoulas Street and other locations. Drink it at: Bacchanal Wine, Oak, St. Lawrence, The Columns Hotel, Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant and Three Muses Uptown.

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First Friday Cooking Demonstration 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Friday Dryades Public Market, 1307 Dryades St., (504) 644-4841 www.dryadespublicmarket.com Chef Jeff Heard of Heard Dat Kitchen presents a cooking demonstration using ingredients found in the market. Free admission.

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Nuit Belge 7 p.m. Friday Generations Hall, 310 Higgins Blvd., (504) 581-4367 www.nuitbelge.com/new-orleans The tasting features dishes from local restaurants paired with Belgian and Belgian-style beers. Participating restaurants include Angeline, Boucherie, Compere Lapin, Coquette, Maypop, Patois, Peche Seafood Grill, Primitivo, Toups South and others. Tickets $106.47 including fee.

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Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent 6:45 p.m.-9 p.m. Monday Peoples Health New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 371-5849 www.natfab.org The Southern Food & Beverage Museum screens the film about chef/ restaurateur Jeremiah Tower, a veteran of Chez Panisse and creator of Stars, both extremely influential San Francisco Bay Area restaurants. Chefs John Besh and Zachary Engel offer introductory remarks. Tower attends a reception at the museum following the screening. Tickets $25, museum members $20, culinary students $15.

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1522 Robert E. Lee Blvd., (504) 309-3284 www.eathappynola.com The cafeteria-style setup includes soups, salads and platters with rotisserie-roasted chickens, meatloaf or Gulf fish amandine with creamed corn, broccoli and cheddar casserole or other items.

New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., Suite 110, (504) 264-5579 www.nolafood.coop Rotating hot and cold bar selections include oatmeal, breakfast sausage links, lentil soup, seafood chowder, curry-stuffed peppers, lasagna and maple-glazed carrots.

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WEDNESDAY 1 21st Amendment — Royal Street Windin’ Boys feat. Jenavieve Cook, 8 Bamboula’s — Bamboula’s Hot Trio feat. Giselle Anguizola, 2; Carl LeBlanc, 6:30; Mem Shannon, 10 Banks Street Bar — Major Bacon, 10 Blue Nile — New Breed Brass Band, 10 BMC — Jersey Slim, 5; Lefty Keith, 8; Lenny Green & House of Kings, 11 Cafe Negril — WilFunk, 6; Another Day in Paradise, 9:30 Carver Theater — Jumbo Shrimp Jazz Band, 8 Check Point Charlie — T-Bone Stone & the Happy Monsters, 7; The Blue Velvets, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Rubin/Wilson Folk-Blues Explosion, 6; The Brad Walker

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THURSDAY 2 21st Amendment — G & the Swinging Three, 5:30 Bamboula’s — Chip & Friend, noon; Kala Bazaar Swing Society, 2; Royal Street Windin’ Boys feat. Jenavieve Cook, 6:30; Magnolia Dreams, 10 Bar Mon Cher — Bats in the Belfry with DJs Mange and Sea Wolff, 9 Bar Redux — Ryan Gregory Floyd (album release), 8 The Bayou Bar — Philip Melancon, 8 Blue Nile — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 7 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Bayou International Reggae Night feat. Higher Heights and DJ T-Roy, 11 BMC — Samantha Pearl, 5; Maid of Orleans, 8; Claude Bryant & the All-Stars, 11 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Tom Saunders & the Tomcats, 5; Tom McDermott & Aurora Nealand, 8 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Kermit Ruffins, 6 Carver Theater — Young Pinstripe Brass Band, 8

Check Point Charlie — Laundry Men, 7; The Budz, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Wake the Dead feat. Dave Easley, Papa Mali, Pete “The Foot” Bradish, Reggie Scanlan, 8 Circle Bar — Natalie Mae & the Naughty Sweethearts, 7 d.b.a. — Kala Bazaar Swing Society, 7; Little Freddie King, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — The Todd Duke Trio, 9:30 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Dave Easley, 6; J.Hurst (mixtape release), Mdot, TakeOffMusic, Que Hefner, Yang, 9:30 Gasa Gasa — Austra, The Range, 8 Hi-Ho Lounge — Vibe Street, 9; Mainline, 9 House of Blues — August Burns Red, Protest the Hero, In Hearts Wake, 7 Little Gem Saloon — Michael Watson’s The Alchemy, 7 The Maison — The Good For Nothin’ Band, 4; Dysfunktional Bone, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — The Trio feat. Johnny Vidacovich, 11 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Clyde Albert, Pat “King” Flory, Mark Fernandez, 7 Old Point Bar — Valerie Sassyfras, 9 One Eyed Jacks — Fast Times ’80s and ’90s Night, 10 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Tim Laughlin & Crescent City Joymakers, 8 Peoples Health New Orleans Jazz Market — Save Our Sponge feat. Henry Butler, Jason Marsalis, 7:30 Pour House Saloon — Dave Ferrato, 8:30 Preservation Hall — The Preservation Hall Legacy Band feat. Gregg Stafford, 6; The Preservation Hall All-Stars feat. Louis Ford, 8, 9 & 10 Prime Example Jazz Club — Nicholas Payton Trio’s Afro-Caribbean Mixtape, 8 & 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Leroy Thomas, 8:30 Siberia — Tasche de la Rocha, Dave Hammer’s Church of Fresh Air, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Geoff Clapp Quartet, 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Monty Banks, 2; Sarah McCoy, 4; Miss Sophie Lee, 6; Jumbo Shrimp, 10 Vaughan’s Lounge — DJ Black Pearl, 9; Corey Henry & the Treme Funktet, 10

FRIDAY 3 21st Amendment — Shake It Break It Band, 2:30; Antoine Diel & the Misfit Power, 9:30 Bamboula’s — Co & Co Traveling Show, 11 a.m.; Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, 1; Smoky Greenwell, 5:30; Caesar Brothers, 10 Bar Mon Cher — Nathan Riviera & Friends, 8:30 Bar Redux — Interstellar Overdrive with DJ Shane Love, April Picarella, 9 The Bayou Bar — Philip Melancon, 8 Blue Nile — Caesar Brothers, 7:30; Kermit Ruffins, 11 Blue Nile Balcony Room — DJ Black Pearl, 1 a.m. BMC — Terra Terra, 3; Dapper Dandies, 5; Hyperphlyy, 8; Musical Expressions, 11; Sounds of Soul, 1 a.m. Bullet’s Sports Bar — The Pinettes Brass Band, 6 Check Point Charlie — Domenic, 4; Notel Motel, 7; Jeff “Guitar” Nelson, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Michael Pearce, 6; PAGE 96

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PREVIEW ANGEL OLSEN FIRST VISITED NEW ORLEANS as a solo artist back in 2013, with a mesmerizing but necessarily intimate concert at the Circle Bar. That was in December, two months before the ignition of her full-length album, Burn Your Fire for No Witness, and the modest crowd that night was among the first audiences to hear her phasing from chilly country-folkie to scalding country-rocker; if you’d glimpsed the building from outside, you might have seen steam rising. Over the next 11 months, Olsen returned twice more, playing One Eyed Jacks both times — in March for Witness’ opening salvo, and again in November for its deluxe-edition release. This engagement marks another major milestone: the near-universal honoring of her album, My Woman (Jagjaguwar), as one of the very best LPs of 2016. A stunning 43 publications included it on their top-10 lists, with American Songwriter and Brooklyn Vegan naming it the No. 1 record of the year. It’s well-deserved recognition of a four-year, three-stage process in which nothing and everything changed, the powerful empowerment of a wounded bird (“Safe in the Womb”) into a rapturous raptor (“Shut Up Kiss Me”). Chris Cohen opens. Tickets $15 in advance, $18 day of show. — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

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Lynn Drury, 8; Outlaw Nation feat. Dave Easley, 11 Circle Bar — Rik Slave’s Country Persuasion, 6; The O-Pines, 10 d.b.a. — Hot Club of New Orleans, 6; Ike Stubblefield Trio, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Tom Fitzpatrick & Turning Point, 10 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — The Tipping Point with DJ RQ Away, 10 Dragon’s Den (upstairs) — Buena Vista Social Latin Dance Party, 10 Gasa Gasa — Upbeat Academy Fundraiser feat. AF THE NAYSAYER, DJs Nice Rack & Otto, 10 Hey! Cafe — New Holland, Lomelda, Treadles, 8 Hi-Ho Lounge — Black Laurel (album release), 8; Relapse: ’80s, ’90s, ’00s with DJ Matt Scott, 10 House of Blues — Brass-A-Holics, Tysson, 9 House of Blues (The Parish) — Good Music Fest feat. LG, Dee Goodz, Allan Cubas, Bruce Dillon, Blake Owens, 9:30 Le Bon Temps Roule — Tom Worrell, 7:30 Little Gem Saloon — John Mooney, Marc Stone, Joe Krown, 8:30 Mag’s 940 — Julia Lucille, Guts Club, Conor Donohue, Morgan Orion & the Afterburners, 10 The Maison — Shotgun Jazz Band, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — New Orleans Suspects, 11 Marigny Opera House — Ultrafaux, 8 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Sisters, Will Hemmings, Russ Ross, 8 Oak — Tom Leggett, 9 Old Point Bar — Rick Trolsen, 5; Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers, 9:30

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SATURDAY 4 21st Amendment — Big Joe Kennedy, 2:30; Juju Child, 6; The Ibervillianaires, 9:30 Ace Hotel, 3 Keys — Debauche, 10 Bamboula’s — Kala Bazaar Swing Society, 11 a.m.; G & the Swinging Three, 1; Johnny Mastro, 7 Bar Mon Cher — Barbarella Blue, 8:30 Bar Redux — River Glen, 9 The Bayou Bar — Philip Melancon, 8 Blue Nile — Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 7; Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes, 11 Blue Nile Balcony Room — DJ Black Pearl, 1 a.m. BMC — The Jazzmen, 3; Willie Lockett, 5; Crooked Vines, 8; All 4 One Brass Band, 11 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Red Hot Jazz

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The Maison — Chicken & Waffles, 5; Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — George Porter Jr. Trio, 10 Ooh Poo Pah Doo Bar — James Andrews & the Crescent City All-Stars, Bobby Love, 8 Preservation Hall — The Preservation Hall All-Stars feat. Charlie Gabriel, 8, 9 & 10 Rare Form — Nervous Duane, 1; Keith Burnstein, 5 RF’s — John Marcey Duo, 4; Jamie Lynn Vessels, 7 Saturn Bar — King James & the Special Men, 10 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Charmaine Neville Band, 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Royal Street Windin’ Boys, 2; Sarah McCoy, 4; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 6; New Orleans Jazz Vipers, 10 Three Muses — Bart Ramsey, 5; Washboard Rodeo, 8

CLASSICAL/CONCERTS Albinas Prizgintas. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., (504) 522-0276; www.trinitynola.com — The organist’s “Organ & Labyrinth” performance includes selections from baroque to vintage rock by candlelight. Free. 6 p.m. Tuesday. Doori Yoo & Lawrence Quinnett. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., (504) 522-0276; www.trinitynola.com — The pianists play selections from Mozart, Brahms and Samuel Barber. Free. 5 p.m. Sunday. Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. The Orpheum Theater, 129 University Place, (504) 274-4871; www.orpheumnola.com — The orchestra’s program includes Beethoven’s “Pastoral” symphony and Liszt Piano Concerto No. 1. Tickets $20-$140. 7:30 p.m. Friday. Loyola Jazz Ensemble and Chamber Orchestra. Loyola University New Orleans, Louis J. Roussel Performance Hall, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 865-2074; www. montage.loyno.edu — Vocalists accompany the ensemble and orchestra in a program of Great American Songbook standards. Tickets $10, students and seniors $5. 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Musaica Chamber Ensemble. Munholland Methodist Church, 1201 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 834-9910; www.munhollandumc.org — The ensemble’s program is a tribute to trumpeter and recording engineer Pete Wolbrette and includes selections from Gabrielli, Mozart, Arnold Bax, Dave Anderson and Bach. Suggested donation $10. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. New Orleans Opera. Rusty Nail, 1100 Constance St., (504) 525-5515; www. therustynail.biz — For its “Opera on Tap” program, New Orleans Opera Association singers perform opera favorites in a casual setting. Free. 6 p.m. Wednesday.

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wood, West Bank, Broad, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Prytania, Regal, Canal Place Lion (PG-13) — A young man (Dev Patel, Slumdog Millionaire) returns to India to search for his biological parents. Elmwood Live by Night (R) — Ben Affleck directs and stars in this Prohibition-era mobster drama. Clearview, Elmwood Manchester by the Sea (R) — Casey Affleck and Michelle Williams star in the Oscar-buzzy film by Kenneth Lonergan. Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Moana (PG) — Disney’s modernized princess musical features Moana, the daughter of a South Pacific chieftain. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Regal Monster Trucks (PG) — A tentacled beastie accompanies a high school senior on a variety of truck-related adventures. Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell Moonlight (R) — Critics have high praise for this movie, in which a young African-American man comes of age. Elmwood, West Bank, Broad, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Paterson (R) — Adam Driver is a bus-driving poet in this idiosyncratic drama. Broad Patriots Day (R) — The Boston marathon bombings dramatized too soon. West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Raees — A bootlegger goes from rags to riches in Gujarat, India. In Hindi with English subtitles. Elmwood Resident Evil: The Final Chapter (R) — The franchise’s sixth installment is its gripping conclusion ... we hope. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place The Resurrection of Gavin Stone (PG) — A former child star tries to scam his way into a Passion play. Elmwood, West Bank, Slidell, Regal Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (PG-13) — Unlikely heroes bond and triumph over adversity in space. Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Sing (PG) — Talking (er, singing) animals compete in a vocal talent competition. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Sleepless (R) — Jamie Foxx is an undercover cop in Vegas. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell Sophie and the Rising Sun (R) — A South Carolina woman falls in love with a Japanese man on the eve of World War II. Zeitgeist Split (PG-13) — Return to M. Night Shyamaland with this glorified B-movie. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place xXx: Return of Xander Cage (PG-13) — A prototypical Vin Diesel film: explosions, PAGE 100

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NEW YORK CITY-BASED FILMMAKER • 2 p.m., 4:40 p.m., 7:20 p.m. JIM JARMUSCH is widely recognized as a founding father of modern American and 9:45 p.m. daily independent film. Early Jarmusch master• The Broad Theater, 636 N. works Stranger Than Paradise and Mystery Train helped define a new aesthetic for Broad St., (504) 218-1008; indie films in the 1980s, one that valued www.thebroadtheater.com small-scale personal expression over mass entertainment or the requirements of the PHOTO BY MARY CYBULSKI/AMAmarketplace. Thirty years later, Jarmusch’s ZON STUDIOS & BLEECKER STREET films continue to celebrate the poetry and humor found in quiet, seemingly mundane moments experienced by everyone. Paterson takes the writer-director’s distinctive worldview to a surprisingly literal extreme through its title character, a talented but unpublished poet who works as a bus driver in the small New Jersey city also named Paterson. The fleeting moments of humor and insight that characterize Jarmusch’s work are present, but they are used as building blocks for something new. The film quickly moves beyond merely finding inspiration in the work of what is known as the New York School of poets, instead taking on the difficult task of essentially functioning itself as a poem. Associated primarily with the 1950s and ’60s and featuring primary exponents Frank O’Hara and John Ashbury, the New York School is known for poetry that is ironic and sophisticated yet plainspoken and direct — often written in the form of personal observations of daily life as they might be told in conversation. Paterson is a two-hour expression of that style and approach “designed to just drift over you,” as Jarmusch has described the film. Drama and conflict are notably absent. It’s all meant to induce a meditative state of mind in which the only currency is observational detail. Think of the film as requiring audience participation — those not willing to go with its peculiar flow are likely to find it long and plodding. But pleasures await those with the fortitude and presence of mind to accept Paterson on its own terms. Paterson (Adam Driver) is not a man bothered by routine. He wakes up at the same time each morning and quietly marvels at the beauty of his wife Laura (Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani) as she sleeps. He overhears intimate conversations between passengers on his bus, has spontaneous verbal encounters with interesting strangers on the street and steals brief moments to write his elegant poetry. When not applying her unique visual aesthetic to everything from curtains to cupcakes, Laura encourages Paterson to publish his poems and pleads with him to make a copy of his “secret” handwritten notebook. Driver, who recently has graduated from indie-film darling to playing Darth Vader’s grandson in the rejuvenated Star Wars franchise, brings a wonderfully unaffected presence to the film, and Farahani is radiant as Paterson’s exuberant muse. Even the poems, which appear in handwritten form on screen as Paterson recites them in endearingly matter-of-fact style, have an air of authenticity. All were written — some expressly for the film — by 74-year-old New York School poet Ron Padgett. Paterson is largely about how creative endeavors enrich our lives in crucial, personal ways apart from issues of recognition or fame. It’s easy to imagine a spiritual connection between Jarmusch’s fictionalized town and our city of New Orleans, where people spend months creating costumes for a single, special day and worldclass artists perform on the street. The larger message has to be that life, like art, only is what you make it. — KEN KORMAN

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The Baby Doll Ladies of Mardi Gras — A documentary explores the history of the masking group. 2 p.m. Saturday. New Orleans Jazz Museum (Old U.S. Mint) Bicycle Thieves — The Italian neorealist film is screened. 7 p.m. Thursday. American Italian Cultural Center (537 S. Peters St.) Bolshoi Ballet: Swan Lake — The Muscovite company presents Tchaikovsky’s ballet. 12:55 p.m. Sunday. Elmwood Dirty Dancing — Swayze (and Baby) forever. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday. Elmwood, Regal Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (PG13) — The fantasy saga turns darker with this tournament-set installment. Midnight Friday-Saturday, 10 p.m. Sunday. Prytania Kings Row — In this 1942 drama, a Midwestern town is awash in secrets. 10 a.m. Wednesday. Prytania La Jetee — Dreaming Dingo creates a live score for the film school/arthouse classic. 9:30 p.m. Friday. Zeitgeist The Last Magnificent — The film profiles chef Jeremiah Tower; Alon Shaya introduces the film. 6:45 p.m. Monday. Peoples Health New Orleans Jazz Market

Laura — The 1944 film is screened as part of the bar’s noir series. 9 p.m. Wednesday. Bar Redux The Man Who Knew Too Much (PG) — A vacationing family gets caught in a plot. 10 a.m. Sunday. Prytania My Father Die — A father and son try to kill each other in a film the New York Times calls “full of testosterone and misogyny.” 9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Zeitgeist Nueve Reinas — Two middling con artists decide to work together on a scam. In Spanish with English subtitles. 7 p.m. Monday. Cafe Istanbul Saving Banksy — The documentary explores the contradictions found in art market sales of street artist Banksy’s work. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Zeitgeist Sophie and the Rising Sun (R) — A South Carolina woman falls in love with a Japanese man on the eve of World War II. 5:20 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Zeitgeist Yu-Gi-Oh!: The Dark Side of Dimensions (PG) — The feature-length film is set six months after the original YuGi-Oh manga. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday. Elmwood

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HAPPENINGS Antenna::Signals. New Orleans Pharmacy Museum, 514 Chartres St., (504) 565-8027; www.pharmacymuseum.org — The “live arts magazine” features artists, writers, scientists and activists presenting works related to a theme. This month’s theme is “(Terra)formation: Werking the Elements as Creative Practice.” 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Debra Howell. LeMieux Galleries, 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — Her artist talk covers “Adaptations,” her current gallery show. 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Delaney Martin and Yotam Haber. Barrister’s Gallery, 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 525-2767; www.barristersgallery.com — The artist and composer discuss “New Water Music,” an upcoming water-based performance by New Orleans Airlift. 6 p.m. Thursday. Henry Horenstein. New Orleans Photo Alliance, 1111 St. Mary St., (504) 610-4899; www.neworleansphotoalliance.org — The photographer’s talk is called “Shoot What You Love.” A reception follows. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Julia Street art walk. New Orleans Arts District — Galleries in the Warehouse District host free openings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

OPENING Carol Robinson Gallery. 840 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-6130; www.carolrobinsongallery.com — “Resurfacing,” new paintings and sculpture by Bernard Mattox; opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Cole Pratt Gallery. 3800 Magazine St., (504) 891-6789; www.coleprattgallery. com — “Recent Observations,” landscape oil paintings by John Stanford; opening reception 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Gallery 600 Julia. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.gallery600julia.com — “Beadazzled,” group show of Carnival-themed paintings; opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday. Gallery Orange. 819 Royal St., (504) 701-0857; www.gallery-orange.com — “All By My Levee,” new work inspired by Louisiana by Erica Lambertson; opening reception 6 p.m. Saturday. Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 522-5471; www.jonathanferraragallery.com — “Watercolor + Collage,” new work by Amy Park; “Color Correction,” new work by Marna Shopoff; opening reception 6 p.m. Saturday. Louisiana SPCA. 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd., (504) 368-5191; www.la-spca.org — “Homeless Not Hopeless,” photographs of people experiencing homelessness with homeless animals; opening reception 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Thursday.

New Orleans Glassworks & Printmaking Studio. 727 Magazine St., (504) 5297277; www.neworleansglassworks.com — Glass sculpture by Curt Brock; photography by Scott Schexnaydre; opening reception 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday. Octavia Art Gallery. 454 Julia St., (504) 309-4249; www.octaviaartgallery.com — “Celebration,” group painting, photography and mixed-media exhibition; opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Ogden Museum of Southern Art. 925 Camp St., (504) 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.org — “A Place and Time Part II,” photographs of the American South from the museum’s permanent collection; opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday. “Simon Gunning and the Southern Louisiana Landscape,” paintings by the Australian-born artist, through Sunday. Metalwork by Ben Caldwell, through March 28. “Profligate Beauty,” mixed-media work inspired by the American South from the museum’s permanent collection, through September.

GALLERIES A Gallery for Fine Photography. 241 Chartres St., (504) 568-1313; www.agallery.com — “The World Is Not Enough,” Joel-Peter Witkin photography retrospective, through March 10. Angela King Gallery. 241 Royal St., (504) 524-8211; www.angelakinggallery.com — “Annual Auction,” group selection of work by Peter Max, Raymond Douillet and Steven Forester, through Thursday. Antenna Gallery. 3718 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-3161; www.press-street.com/ antenna — “Congregation,” innovative uses of clay by Rachael DePauw, Miki Glasser, MaPo Kinnord-Payton, Nikki Jackson and Sarah House, through Sunday. Ariodante Gallery. 535 Julia St., (504) 524-3233; www.ariodantegallery.com — Art by Suzanne Brinker and Frannie Kronenberg; jewelry by Suzanne and Angelique Juneau; furniture by Arlyn Jimenez; all through Tuesday. Arthur Roger Gallery. 432 Julia St., (504) 522-1999; www.arthurrogergallery. com — “I’ve Seen the Future and It Was Yesterday,” work about ecological failure by Dawn DeDeaux, through Feb. 18. Arthur Roger@434. 434 Julia St., (504) 522-1999; www.arthurrogergallery.com — “Taking the Long Way Home,” new work by Read More and Eli Hansen, through Feb. 18. Barrister’s Gallery. 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 525-2767; www.barristersgallery.com — “Gone Trucking,” new work by Myrtle von Damitz III; “Siren Song,” sculptures and installation about coastal loss by Delaney Martin, Taylor Shepherd, Yotam Haber and Isabelle Hayeur; both through Saturday. Boyd Satellite. 440 Julia St., (504) 581-2440; www.boydsatellitegallery.

and “The Barnett Shale: A Frack-tured Land,” both by Jeanine Michna-Bales, through March 19. Newcomb Art Museum. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, Newcomb Place, (504) 314-2406; www.newcombartmuseum.tulane.edu — “Waiting on a PrimeTime Star,” mixed-media portraiture by Mickalene Thomas, through April 9. Rhino Contemporary Crafts Gallery. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., second floor, (504) 523-7945; www. rhinocrafts.com — “Creatures of Carnival,” prints by Christopher Kirsch; beads by Eloise Davis; beaded tapestries and Mardi Gras Indian regalia by Big Chief Alfred Doucette; all through February. RidgeWalker Glass Gallery. 2818 Rampart St., (504) 957-8075; www.ridgewalkerglass.com — Glass, metal sculpture and paintings by Teri Walker and Chad Ridgeway, ongoing. Scene by Rhys Art Gallery. 708 Toulouse St., (504) 258-5842; www.scenebyrhys. com — Pen and ink drawings by Emilie Rhys, ongoing. Second Story Gallery. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 710-4506; www.neworleanshealingcenter. org — “Rebirth,” group show featuring Natori Green, Jessica Normington, Ron Bennett, Gina Laguna and Cynthia Ramirez, through Feb. 26. ShiNola Gallery. 1813 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., (504) 223-5732; www.facebook. com/shinolagallery — Exhibition by gallery artists, ongoing. The Spielman Gallery. 1332 Washington Ave., (504) 899-7670; www.davidspielman.com — Travel, Hurricane Katrina and Gulf South black-and-white photographs by David Spielman, ongoing. Staple Goods. 1340 St. Roch Ave., (504) 908-7331; www.postmedium.org/staplegoods — “The Minor Works: 100 Paintings,” paintings by Norah Lovell inspired by Roberto Bolano’s novel 2666, through Sunday. Studio Inferno. 6601 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-1878; www.facebook.com/infernonola — “The Dog Show,” group exhibition curated by Carol Leake, through Feb. 11. UNO-St. Claude Gallery. 2429 St. Claude Ave., (504) 280-6493; www.finearts.uno. edu — “Time Signature” and “Ripple,” MFA thesis exhibitions by Brent Houzenga and Tyler P. Haney, through Sunday. Vieux Carre Gallery. 507 St. Ann St., (504) 522-2900; www.vieuxcarregallery.com — New work by Sarah Stiehl, ongoing.

MUSEUMS Contemporary Arts Center. 900 Camp St., (504) 528-3800; www.cacno.org — “Melange,” films, works on paper and vogue performance by Rashaad Newsome, through Feb. 12. The Historic New Orleans Collection. 533 Royal St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org — “Rites, Rituals and Revelry: The History of Mardi Gras in New Orleans,” guided tours featuring Carnival history and artifacts, through Feb. 24, and more. Louisiana Children’s Museum. 420 Julia St., (504) 523-1357; www.lcm.org — Historic French Quarter life and architecture exhibit by The Historic New Orleans Collection, ongoing. Louisiana State Museum Cabildo. 701 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm. crt.state.la.us — “Louisiana: A Medley of Cultures,” art and display exploring

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com — “Megalomania,” portraits of the gallery dog Cosmopolitan by 27 artists, through Wednesday. Callan Contemporary. 518 Julia St., (504) 525-0518; www.callancontemporary.com — “Syn•tac•tic,” abstract works by James Kennedy, through Feb. 18. CANO Creative Space at Myrtle Banks Building. 1307 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. — “Of Human Bonds,” photographs by Marti Corn, Ashley Lorraine and Joe Quint, through February. Carol Robinson Gallery. 840 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-6130; www.carolrobinsongallery.com — “City Saints,” new oil paintings by Warren Prindle, through Tuesday. Carroll Gallery. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, (504) 314-2228; www. tulane.edu/carrollgallery — “Level Artist Collective,” paintings and mixed-media by Ana Hernandez, Horton Humble, Rontherin Ratliff, John Isiah Walton and Carl Joe Williams, through Feb. 9. Collins C. Diboll Art Gallery. Loyola University, Monroe Library, fourth floor, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 861-5456; www. loyno.edu/dibollgallery — “Marais Press: 20 Years of Collaborations and Migrations,” works made using new and alternative printmaking techniques by Brian Kelly and others, through April 16. The Engine Room. 2839 N. Robertson St. — “Glass Houses,” paintings, sculpture and mixed-media about the tension between public image and private behavior by Carlton Scott Sturgill, through Feb. 11. The Front. 4100 St. Claude Ave., (504) 301-8654; www.nolafront.org — “A Handful of Recent Things,” sculpture and installation by Alex Podesta; “Paths,” mixed-media works by Rania Hassan; “All Are Welcome,” collaborations by A. Piro and S. Shebaro; “Blue Is the Longing,” work about blue by Leah Floyd; all through Sunday. Good Children Gallery. 4037 St. Claude Ave., (504) 616-7427; www.goodchildrengallery.com — “Our Mortal Souls,” new work by Generic Art Solutions; “Ultramoderne,” installation by Anne Senstad; both through Sunday. Guthrie Contemporary. 3815 Magazine St., (504) 897-2688; www.guthriecontemporary.com — “Flood State,” photogravures about Louisiana and climate change by Jennifer Shaw, through Feb. 15. Hall-Barnett Gallery. 237 Chartres St., (504) 522-5657; www.hallbarnett.com — “Run for the Woods,” nature-inspired works by Merrilee Challiss, Stacey Johnson and Paton Miller, through March 6. Isaac Delgado Fine Arts Gallery. Delgado Community College, 615 City Park Ave., (504) 361-6620; www.dcc.edu/departments/art-gallery — “A Place for All People: Introducing the National Museum of African American History and Culture,” commemorative posters from the opening of the National Museum of African-American History and Culture, through Feb. 23. LeMieux Galleries. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — “Adaptations,” digital prints of historic homes by Debra Howell, through Feb. 25. New Orleans Art Center. 3330 St. Claude Ave., (707) 779-9317; www.theneworleansartcenter.com — “Cultural Grid,” exhibition by gallery artists, through March 2. New Orleans Photo Alliance. 1111 St. Mary St., (504) 610-4899; www.neworleansphotoalliance.org — Selections from “Through Darkness to Light: Seeking Freedom on the Underground Railroad”

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marine salvage yard. But seen in its totality — • Siren Song: New works including Isabelle Hayeur’s Castaway video, by Delaney Martin, Taylor which was filmed at a marine salvage yard — the overall ambience is quite contemplaShepherd, Yotam Haber tive. New Orleans Airlift co-founder Delaney and Isabelle Hayeur Martin’s colorfully aboriginal totems and wall • Gone Trucking: New paintings pieces cobbled from washed-up flotsam subtly resonate an evocative poetry of abandonby Myrtle von Damitz III ment. In the gallery setting, their weathered • Barrister’s Gallery, 2331 St. forms mingled with surreal examples of Claude Ave., (504) 710-4506; maritime industry impediments look almost like archaeological artifacts from a lost civiwww.barristersgallery.com lization, which is what coastal Louisiana will be if we continue to let it wash away. Hayeur’s panoramic and undersea video views of the rusting wreckage of once-proud vessels moldering in their watery graves comprise a morbidly beautiful elegy to the lost dreams of bygone industries. Sporadic marine radio chatter crackling from Taylor Shepherd’s Odysseus and the Sirens installation adds to the pervasive aura of mystery. Siren Song is a prelude to a free April 8 performance of composer Yotam Haber’s New Water Music by the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and hundreds of area musicians. Set on Lake Pontchartrain and inspired by the classical 18th-century symphonic compositions of George Frederic Handel, New Water Music reflects New Orleans Airlift’s and the Gulf Restoration Network’s collaborative efforts to raise awareness of this city’s uniquely maritime identity and the importance of our coasts and waterways. Artist Myrtle von Damitz III, who occasionally collaborates with New Orleans Airlift, has been living in Oregon, where her thoughts sometimes wander to endless highways. Gone Trucking is a small suite of paintings from the byways of her imagination, otherworldly scenes that suggest what Jack Kerouac and Odilon Redon might have concocted had they joined up for a road trip. In the absence of such time travel collaborations, von Damitz’s paintings may be the next best thing. — D. ERIC BOOKHARDT

Louisiana’s Native American, African and European influences, ongoing. Louisiana State Museum Presbytere. 751 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm. crt.state.la.us — “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond,” interactive displays and artifacts; “It’s Carnival Time in Louisiana,” Carnival artifacts, costumes, jewelry and other items; both ongoing. Newcomb Art Museum. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, Newcomb Place, (504) 314-2406; www.newcombartmuseum.tulane.edu — “Waiting on a PrimeTime Star,” mixed-media portraiture by Mickalene Thomas, through April 9. New Orleans Museum of Art. City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100;

www.noma.org — “Elements of Chance,” George Dunbar retrospective; “Kenneth Josephson: Photography Is,” work by the 20th-century American photographer; “Something in the Way: A Brief History of Photography and Obstruction,” photographs with obstructing elements; all through Feb. 19, and more.

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REVIEW GOMELA/TO RETURN: MOVEMENT OF OUR MOTHER TONGUE, PRESENTED BY JUNEBUG PRODUCTIONS is one of the most innovative performances of the season. Combining spoken word, movement, dance, photography and videography, Gomela is a mesmerizing tapestry of creative forces that conveys the breadth of African-American history while emphasizing the resilience of black people. Director Stephanie McKee, producer Kiyoko McCrae and poet Sunni Patterson studied under John O’Neal and Doris Derby, co-founders of Free Southern Theater, which became a major influence on the Black Arts Movement in the 1960s. Junebug Productions carries on Free Southern Theater’s mission to use the arts in support of civil rights, and Gomela touches on slavery, racial profiling, poverty, lack of opportunity, Hurricane Katrina and negative societal messages relating to the black community. The stark, contemporary setting of Ashe Power House allows the audience to become completely engrossed in the action. Patterson appears out of the darkness, dressed in golden garments, personifying an Orisha, a spirit in the Yoruba religion of southwestern Nigeria who resembles a godlike being. Startling costumes designed by Ja’nese Brooks-Galathe and Dana Leon Lima of Aya Designs suggest a traditional Orisha manifesting in ordinary people. With little linear plot, performers artistically express how it feels to be black in America. Photographs and images projected on floor-to-ceiling scrims allow for broader interpretations of Patterson’s words as Jawara Simon beats traditional West African rhythms on a djembe. A haunting video showing Sandra Bland’s 2015 arrest in Texas for failing to signal a lane change elicits feelings of despair. She died in jail three days later. Evocative choreography by Jeremy Guyton, Kai Knight and Kesha McKey employs modern, African and second-line dance movements, and it is emotional, frightening and powerful. In one scene, Guyton franticly evades police. Recorded music by trumpeter Troy Sawyer and singer Janet “Sula Spirit” Evans of Zion Trinity add to the mystique. Patterson addresses the horrors of the transatlantic passage on slave ships, the agony of slave auction blocks and separation of family members, but she also is determined to instill pride in African heritage. The poem Black Back reads: “said we wanna bring back black / we wanna bring black back … who can move mountains / who can make music that makes motions / that move us forward / to bring us back.” In the words of McKee, “Gomela is the artistic vehicle of which we acknowledge our history and lineage, remember the past and present struggles, and see the beauty reflected back to us.” Gomela is a unique performance work that should not be missed. — MARY RICKARD

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THEATER & CABARET And the Ball and All. Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, 325 Minor St., Kenner, (504) 461-9475; www.rivertowntheaters.com — Ricky Graham’s comedy is about a hapless Carnival krewe’s misadventures. Tickets $30. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.

Avenue Q. Slidell Little Theatre, 2024 Nellie Drive, Slidell, (985) 641-0324; www. slidelllittletheatre.org — A new Princeton grad experiences growing pains in an adult-oriented musical partially inspired by Sesame Street. Tickets $15.45-$25.75. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Breakfast in Paris, Martinis in Manhattan. Columbia Theatre for the Performing

BURLESQUE & VARIETY American Mess. Barcadia, 601 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 335-1740; www.barcadianeworleans.com — Katie East hosts local and touring comedians alongside burlesque performances. Free admission. 8:30 p.m. Wednesday. Bayou Blues Burlesque. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge.net — There are burlesque performances at the weekly show. Tickets $10. 8 p.m. Friday. Blind Tiger Burlesque. BMC, 1331 Decatur St. — Xena Zeit-Geist produces the weekly burlesque show with live music

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Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Hammond, (985) 543-4371 — At the Paris- and New Yorkthemed cabaret, Raynel Shepherd sings accompanied by pianist Harry Mayronne. Proceeds benefit Friends of Sims Library and the Columbia Theatre. Tickets $40. 7 p.m. Saturday. Broadway Nights. University of New Orleans, Robert E. Nims Theatre, Performing Arts Center, St. Anthony Drive off of 2000 Lakeshore Drive, (504) 280-7469; www.theatre.uno.edu — The Broadway-themed performance benefits Theatre UNO. Tickets $30-$100. 8 p.m. Saturday. Dancing with the Stars: Live!. Saenger Theatre, 1111 Canal St., (504) 2870351; www.saengernola.com — The show adapts the popular televised dance competition. Tickets $45-$85. 8 p.m. Saturday. Eight Days a Week. Cutting Edge Theater, 747 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 640-0333; www.cuttingedgetheater. com — The jukebox musical is a tribute to The Beatles. Tickets $22.50-$25. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday. A Few Good Men. Delgado Community College, Tim Baker Theater, 615 City Park Ave. — The NOLA Project and Delgado Community College present a stage adaptation of the Aaron Sorkin drama. Visit www.nolaproject.com for details. Tickets $10-$30. 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge. net — Dennis Monn directs the musical about a gender-bending rock star. Tickets $20. 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 8 p.m. Sunday. Jelly’s Last Jam. Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, 616 St. Peter St., (504) 522-2081; www.lepetittheatre.com — The musical is based on the life of jazz musician Jelly Roll Morton. Tickets $15-$50. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. Niagara Falls. The Theatre at St. Claude, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 638-6326; www.thetheatreatstclaude.com — Broken Habit Productions presents Justin Maxwell’s imagist play about a boy in a decaying city. Tickets $20. 7 p.m. Thursday-Sunday. On an Average Day. Happyland Theater, 3126 Burgundy St. — Monica R. Harris, Matt Story and The Elm Theatre present John Kolvenbach’s play about two estranged brothers. Visit www.facebook. com/averagedaynola for details. Tickets $25. 8 p.m. Thursday-Sunday. Toruk: The First Flight. Smoothie King Center, 1501 Girod St., (504) 587-3663; www.neworleansarena.com — Cirque du Soleil’s touring show is inspired by the movie Avatar. Tickets $34-$110. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m. Sunday.

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IRANIAN PLAYWRIGHT NISSIM SOLEIMANPOUR’S WHITE RABBIT, RED RABBIT is a once-in-in-a-lifetime proposition, though more for the actor than the audience. The actor doesn’t see the script until handed an envelope on stage at the beginning of the performance. The novelty of the playwright’s manipulation of those circumstances means what follows is a series of surprises, and that is part of the appeal of Poor Yorick’s production at St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church. Producing the show requires a pool of actors to do one-night stands of the solo show. Poor Yorick recruited Kathy Randels (the performance I saw), Lisa D’Amour, Devyn Tyler, James Bartelle, Michael “Quess?” More and Clare Moncrief. The actor reads the script, which tells stories, commands action and ponders the production from Soleimanpour’s perspective as he writes his letter to the future. In 2010, when he wrote the work, Soleimanpour had declined to participate in Iranian national service, which generally is military, and thus could not get a passport (he has since traveled abroad). There are similarly conceived Iranian works of a political nature, such as Jafar Panahi’s This is Not a Film (which Panahi shot on an iPhone while under house arrest and had smuggled to France). Soleimanpour does not sound like a political dissident, but there are parts of the drama in which he questions the state’s authority and how people cope with state power. In the text, he seems to explore the idea of coercion, but in interviews, Soleimanpour has said the piece is not about Iran and that it actually questions the nature of obedience. Much of White Rabbit, Red Rabbit is funny, both in Soleimanpour’s observations of the world and in what he asks the actor to do. At times he commands and at times he politely solicits. He dwells on mundane concerns and confesses that he’s very hairy. He asks the audience to share photos of the production (and his Twitter feed includes recent photos). The title refers to the subjects of a series of stories and games the actor animates with the help of the audience. Those exercises are both light-hearted and ominous. There also are more ominous props and propositions, and some of the drama rests on how convincing their menace is. An experienced actor and director, Randels ably handled the work’s narrative and orchestrated its improvisations. There’s little time to do more than what the text demands, and she kept the piece moving. Randels cultivated a willing audience, and the piece works best as a semi-collaborative event. Having the actor and audience experience the show for the first time together is an amusing premise, and Soleimanpour’s monologue is often clever. It’s an unconventional and intriguing theater experience. — WILL COVIELLO

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Burgundy Burlesque. The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar, 931 Canal St., (504) 522-5400; www.thesainthotelneworleans.com — Trixie Minx leads a weekly burlesque performance featuring live jazz. Free admission; reserved table $10. 9 p.m. Friday.

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Bustout Burlesque. House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www. houseofblues.com/neworleans — The neo-classical burlesque show is backed by a live band. Tickets $22. 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Saturday.

Talk Nerdy to Me. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-5546; www.dragonsdennola.com — The weekly sci-fi-themed revue features burlesque performers, comedians and sideshow acts. Tickets $10. 7 p.m. Saturday.

Comic Strip. Siberia, 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855; www.siberianola.com — Chris Lane hosts the open-mic comedy show with burlesque interludes. Admission $5. 9:30 p.m. Monday.

We Are All Wonder Woman. Bad Wolf Bar & Grill, 5601 Fourth St., Marrero, (504) 265-0738 — Reverend Spooky LeStrange’s Billion Dollar Baby Dolls perform in the superhero-themed burlesque show. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday.

An Evening with Britney Delorean. Oz, 800 Bourbon St., (504) 593-9491; www. ozorleans.com — Perseana Shoulders hosts the drag show starring the winner of the Miss Gay Louisiana USofA pageant. 10:30 p.m. Tuesday. An Evening with Nicole Lynn Foxx. House of Blues, Big Mama’s Lounge, 229 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues.

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Altered Book Club. New Orleans Public Library, Robert E. Smith branch, 6301 Canal Blvd., (504) 596-2638; www. nolalibrary.org — At a workshop, teens upcycle old books to create art journals with the materials. 4:30 p.m. Muses-Inspired Shoe Workshop. Newcomb Art Museum, Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, Newcomb Place, (504) 314-2406; www.newcombartmuseum.tulane.edu — A workshop series teaches participants to decorate shoes with glitter and other crafting supplies. Email tfriel@tulane.edu for details. Registration $40. 5:30 p.m. Shakespeare’s Mardi Gras. Hubbell Library, 725 Pelican Ave., (504) 3227479; www.neworleanspubliclibrary.org — Xavier University professor Dr. Oliver Hennessey covers Shakespearian themes in Carnival traditions. 6:30 p.m. A Taste of Mindfulness. Rosenwald NORDC Center, 1120 S. Broad St., (504) 658-3052; www.nordc.org/parks/rosenwald — A pop-up class introduces meditation, self-compassion and gentle yoga. Registration $15. 11 a.m.

The Art of Consciously Healing Our Addictions. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Dr. Raul Llanos’ talk is based on his recent book about recovery. 7 p.m. BioInnovation Networking Happy Hour. New Orleans BioInnovation Center, 1441 Canal St. — The bioinnovation networking night is for Louisiana entrepreneurs, researchers and students advancing new ideas in health care and clean technology. Drinks and snacks are provided. Free admission. 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. BYOB Wine & Coloring. East New Orleans Regional Library, 5641 Read Blvd., (504) 596-2646; www.nolalibrary.org — Adults bring their own wine to enjoy while coloring. 5:30 p.m. Go Red For Women Luncheon. Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., (504) 561-1234; www.neworleans.hyatt. com — The American Heart Association’s talk covers women’s heart health and is preceded by free health screenings and a silent auction. Call (504) 8302300 or visit www.neworleansgored. heart.org to register. Registration $100. 10 a.m. to noon. TeNeal Macaluso. West Jefferson Fitness Center, 175 Hector Ave., Terrytown, (504) 349-6908; www.wjmc.org — The dietitian’s talk covers improving one’s immune system through diet and exercise. 5:30 p.m. VSNO Social Run. Varsity Sports, 3450 Magazine St., (504) 899-4144; www.varsityrunning.com — Runners meet for a 3- to 6-mile run, followed by a social hour. 6 p.m. World War II Discussion Group. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 8381190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Historian Brian Altobello hosts a monthly group for history buffs. 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 1 Connections and Cocktails. St. Roch Market, 2381 St. Claude Ave., (504) 609-3813; www.strochmarket.com — The networking event’s theme is “entrepreneurship.” There are guest speakers from local business incubators and professional organizations. 5:30 p.m. Financial Strategies for Successful Retirement. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Workshops address different aspects of financial preparation for retirement. 7 p.m. The Future of Southern Girls. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www. noma.org — The museum and NOLA. com | The Times-Picayune host the panel, which includes women from area cultural organizations discussing the future of girls in the South. Registration requested. Free admission. 6 p.m. St. Tammany Parish in the 19th Century. St. Tammany Parish Library, Covington Branch, 310 W. 21st Ave., Covington, (985) 893-6280; www.sttammany.lib. la.us/covington.html — Archivist Robin Perkins presents “Hearth and Home in 19th-Century St. Tammany Parish.” Registration requested. Free admission. 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. A Tale of Two Sunken Harbor Cities. Loyola University, Thomas Hall, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 865-3240; www.loyno.edu — Danish visiting professor Bjorn Loven’s lecture covers ancient harbor cities in Greece. Free admission. 8 p.m.

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Belgian-style beers and includes food and drink pairings. Visit www.nuitbelge.com for details. Tickets $99-$149. 7 p.m. Stompermania VII. Mardi Gras World, 1380 Port of New Orleans Place, (504) 361-7821; www.mardigrasworld.com — The male dance troupe’s “debutante ball” and fundraiser has food, drinks and live music. Pro wrestling-themed costumes encouraged. Tickets $40-$150. 7 p.m. Teens Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball. Gallier Hall, 545 St. Charles Ave., (504) 565-7457; www.nola.gov/gallier-hall — The masquerade ball for teens ages 12-17 features live music by T-Ray the Violinist and brass bands. Formal attire required. Free admission. 7 p.m.

SATURDAY 4 Black History Month Genealogy Workshop. New Orleans Public Library, main branch, 219 Loyola Ave., (504) 596-2602; www.nolalibrary.org — Louisiana Division librarians discuss African-American genealogy. 10:30 a.m. Cookies & Cocktails & All That Jazz. Club XLIV and Encore at Champions Square, 1500 Girod St., (504) 587-3663; www. superdome.com/clubxliv — Girl Scouts Louisiana East’s fundraiser features 20 local chefs and bartenders creating original desserts and drinks with Girl Scout cookies. There’s also music, a photo booth and a silent auction. Tickets $75$100. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Covington Art Market. Covington Trailhead, 419 N. Hampshire St., Covington — The market features a variety of work from local and regional artists, including jewelry, crafts, photography, paintings and more. Visit www.sttammanyartassociation.org for details. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mardi Gras Bead Sale. Arc of Greater New Orleans, 925 S. Labarre Road, Metairie, (504) 837-5105; www.arcgno.org — The organization for people with disabilities sells recycled beads, glass beads and a small selection of custom throws. 9 a.m. Mystic Market. Rare Form, 437 Esplanade Ave., (504) 402-3285; www.facebook. com/mojitosnola — Magic-themed art, rare books and crystals are sold. There are tarot card readings and psychic consultations. 2 p.m. Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon Weekend. Citywide — A 5K race on Saturday precedes the marathon. The Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon, half marathon and 10K Sunday are followed by an after-party featuring live music by the Dirty Dozen Brass Band and unlimited beer. Visit www.runrocknroll.com/new-orleans for details. Registration varies. Saturday Studio: Photography. Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., (504) 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum. org — Photographer Aubrey Edwards’ workshop for students ages 11-14 covers lighting, light manipulation and exposure. Registration $30. 10 a.m. Storyville and Jazz, 1917: An End and a Beginning. Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 523-3341; www.hotelmonteleone.com — The Williams Research Center’s symposium discusses the history of the Storyville neighborhood and its connection to jazz music. Visit www.hnoc.org for details. Registration $50-$85. 9 a.m.

SweetArts. Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp St., (504) 528-3800; www. cacno.org — The CAC celebrates its 40th season with a black-tie gala. Tickets start at $150. 7 p.m. Virtual Krewe of Vaporwave’s IRL Ball. Daiquiri Lounge, 4201 Washington Ave., (504) 220-6453 — The Virtual Krewe of Vaporwave, a pseudonymous collective of artists, musicians, coders and culture hackers, announces its 2017 court at the ball. There are DJ performances. Admission $10. 9 p.m.

SUNDAY 5 Adult Coloring. New Orleans Public Library, Robert E. Smith branch, 6301 Canal Blvd., (504) 596-2638; www.nolalibrary. org — Adults gather to color, decorate frames and enjoy wine. Bring art supplies and a beverage. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Guided Intuitive Painting and Meditation Workshop. Uptown Needle and CraftWorks, 4610 Magazine St., (504) 302-9434; www.uptowncraftworks.com — A guided meditation is followed by a painting session. No previous painting or meditation experience required. Call 504) 302-9434 to register. Tickets $65, includes materials. 9 a.m. to noon. Introduction to Zen. New Orleans Zen Temple, 748 Camp St., (504) 525-3533; www.nozt.org — A morning session introduces participants to Zen meditation practice. Visit www.nozt.org to register (required). 8 a.m. Puppy Social. Louisiana SPCA, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd., (504) 368-5191; www.la-spca.org — An off-leash social is for puppies under 16 weeks old. Register at www.la-spca.org/puppysocials. 1 p.m. Super Boil. Rusty Nail, 1100 Constance St., (504) 525-5515; www.therustynail. biz — The bar’s Super Bowl party features boiled crawfish and other refreshments and beer specials. 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Super Bowl Crawfish Boil. SideBar, 611 S. White St., (504) 324-3838 — There’s allyou-can-eat crawfish at this Super Bowl party. Admission $15. 2 p.m.

MONDAY 6 Burlesque Bingo. Bar Mon Cher, 817 St. Louis St., (504) 644-4278; www.barmoncher.com — Lefty Lucy is the emcee at this bingo night; there are drink specials and burlesque performances. One drink minimum to play. 7 p.m. Introduction to Email Class. Madisonville Library, 1123 Main St., Madisonville, (985) 845-4819; www.sttammany.lib.la.us — This class teaches adults email basics. Call (985) 845-4819 to register. Free admission. 10 a.m. to noon. New Orleans Israeli Dancers. Starlight Ballroom, 5050 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 567-5090 — Participants learn Israeli folk dances. Partners not required. First visit free, regular admission $4. 7:30 p.m. Story Collider. Champions Square, Mercedes-Benz Superdome, 1500 Poydras St., (504) 587-3822; www.superdome.com — Scientists, ecologists and fishermen discuss how their lives were changed by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Free admission. 7 p.m.

SPORTS New Orleans Pelicans. Smoothie King

Center, 1501 Girod St., (504) 587-3663; www.neworleansarena.com — The New Orleans Pelicans play the Phoenix Suns. 7 p.m. Monday.

WORDS Dana Berkowitz. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323; www.octaviabooks.com — The author discusses and signs Botox Nation: Changing the Face of America. 6 p.m. Thursday. Dr. Jerry Ward and L. Kasimu Harris. Antenna Gallery, 3718 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-3161; www.press-street.com/ antenna — Ward and Harris will read from and discuss their work. 7 p.m. Thursday. John Gery and Carolyn Hembree. University of New Orleans, Liberal Arts Building, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, (504) 280-6657; www.uno.edu — The poets read at the university’s faculty spotlight series. 6 p.m. Wednesday. John Kemp. Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., (504) 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.org — The artist signs Expressions of Place: The Contemporary Louisiana Landscape. 6 p.m. Thursday. Pamela D. Arceneaux. The Historic New Orleans Collection, 533 Royal St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org — The author signs Guidebooks to Sin: The Blue Books of Storyville, New Orleans. 6:30 p.m. Friday. Poetry Buffet. Latter Library, 5120 St. Charles Ave., (504) 596-2625; www. nolalibrary.org — Poets Elizabeth Garcia, Alison Pelegrin and Jonathan Penton read. 2 p.m. Saturday. Susan Rivers. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323; www.octaviabooks.com — The author reads from and signs The Second Mrs. Hockaday. 6 p.m. Wednesday.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 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; training and support are provided. Call (504) 522-1962 or email info@ casaneworleans.org. First Tee of Greater New Orleans. The organization seeks volunteers to serve as mentors and coaches to kids and teens through its golf program. Visit www.thefirstteenola.org. Girls on the Run. Girls on the Run seeks running partners, assistant coaches, committee members and race-day volunteers. Email info@gotrnola.org or visit www.gotrnola.org. Golden Opportunity Adult Literacy Program. GOAL seeks volunteers to conduct courses for reading comprehension, GED preparation and English language learning. Call (504) 373-4496. Greater New Orleans Fair Housing Action Center. The center seeks part-time civil rights investigators with excellent writing skills, reliable transportation and no criminal convictions to help expose housing discrimination in the New Orleans metro area. Call (504) 717-4257 or email mmorgan@gnofairhousing.org. Green Light New Orleans. The group seeks volunteers to help install free energy-efficient lightbulbs in homes. Visit www.greenlightneworleans.org, call

(504) 324-2429 or email green@greenlightneworleans.org. Guys Read Comics. The Central City Library seeks men to volunteer with the Guys Read Comics book club, which encourages young men to read. Email mlandrum@nolalibrary.org for details. HandsOn New Orleans. The volunteer center for the New Orleans area invites prospective volunteers to learn about the opportunities available and how to be a good volunteer. Call (504) 304-2275, email volunteer@handsonneworleans.org or visit www.handsonneworleans.org. Hospice Volunteers. Harmony Hospice seeks volunteers to offer companionship to patients through reading, playing cards and other activities. Call Carla Fisher at (504) 832-8111. Louisiana SPCA. The LA/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 an orientation to work directly with animals. Visit www.la-spca.org/volunteer. New Orleans Airlift: The Music Box Village. Volunteers are needed for fabrication, education workshops, events and general duties. Visit www.neworleansairlift.org to submit an application. NOLA for Life Mentors. The city initiative’s partner organizations seek adults to mentor boys ages 15 to 18 who are at risk for violence. Visit www.nolaforlife. org/give/mentor. NOLA Tree Project. The forestry organization seeks volunteers to adopt and trim trees around the city. Visit www. nolatreeproject.org. NOLA Wise. The partnership of Global Green, the City of New Orleans and the Department of Energy helps homeowners make their homes more energy efficient. It seeks volunteers, who must attend a 30-minute orientation. Email mrowand@globalgreen.org. Senior companions. The New Orleans Council on Aging seeks volunteers to assist seniors with personal and daily tasks so they can live independently. Visit www. nocoa.org or call (504) 821-4121. SpayMart. The humane society seeks volunteers for fundraising, grant writing, data input, adoptions, animal care and more. Visit www.spaymart.org, email info@ spaymart.org or call (504) 454-8200. Teen Life Counts. The Jewish Family Service program seeks volunteers to teach suicide prevention to middle school and high school students. Call (504) 831-8475. Veterans Housing Outreach Ministries. The charity seeks volunteers to help disabled, wounded and senior veterans with food and clothing distribution, home improvements and beautification, social media and web design. Call (504) 340-3429 or visit www.veteranshousingoutreach.webs.com.

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FOR SALE 1329 St Andrew #9 2/2 great loc, furnished, independent beds, parking, courtyard ................................... $344,000 1032 St. Ferdinand 2/2 lots of charm, hi ceils, wd flrs, spacious, courtyard, great loc .......................... $449,000 1725 Esplanade 5/6 separate apartments, large rooms, nat light, modern updates .............................. $1,695,000 826 St. Philip 2/1.5 reno’d w/op flr pln, hdwd flrs, 12 ft ceils, rear Crtyrd. 1 yr free Leased pkng avail ............. $795,000 919 St. Philip #8 1/1 balc, ctyd, spacious, full kit, w/d on site, can be purch furnished...............................$279,000 5216 Danneel 5/3.5 Complete reno, near universities uptown, off st pkng and basement ................... $829,000 2223 Franklin Lrg lot for sale. Home is certainly able to be reno’d, but if not there is value in the salvaging of historic and valuable components of the home if interested in a tear down. ............................................ $85,000 611 Dauphine #E 1/1 reno’d kit, nat lite, ctrl A/H, new roof, furnishings negotiable ....................................... $329,000

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Temporary Farm Labor: King Farm Partnership, McCrory, AR, has 3 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment w/ GPS for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting grain & oilseed crops, irrigation maintenance, walking fields & pulling weeds, harvesting, processing, drying, bagging & transporting rice; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/15/17 – 11/15/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order 1855834 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917. Temporary Farm Labor: Tinsley Farms Partnership, Hoxie, AR, has 3 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment w/ GPS for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing & planting of rice, soybeans & corn, walking fields to pull weeds, harvesting & transporting corn to storage facilities, processing, drying & bagging & transporting rice & soybeans; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/ failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/1/17 – 11/15/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order 1850595 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: NTB Farms Partnership, Wheatley, AR, has 4 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment w/ GPS for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing & planting of rice, soybeans & corn, walking fields to pull weeds, harvesting & transporting corn to storage facilities, processing, drying & bagging & transporting rice & soybeans; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/1/17 – 12/1/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order 1852284 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917. Temporary Farm Labor: Pacco Irrigation & Farm Supply, Turrell, AR, has 12 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing & planting spring crops from field to storage facilities, operating module builders, hopper bottom grain trucks & trailers, boll buggies for harvesting & transporting cotton, processing, drying & transporting soybeans, wheat, and corn; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/15/17 – 1/15/18. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order 1850608 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917. Temporary Farm Labor: T&R Farms, Dalhart, TX, has 4 positions, 3 mo. assisting w/ operating haying equipment such as swathing, raking, baling, stacking & loading hay for transportation, operating harvesting equipment for corn & wheat; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/ failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 2/20/17 – 12/20/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX7164500 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: TLH Farms, England, AR, has 2 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment w/ GPS for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting grain & oilseed crops, irrigation maintenance, walking fields & pulling weeds, harvesting, processing, drying, bagging & transporting rice; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/07/17 – 11/01/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order 1855844 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917. Temporary Farm Labor: Twin County Air-Ag, Winnie, TX, has 3 positions, 3 mo. ground support for aerial seeding, fertilizing & dusting crops, mixes fertilizers according to prescribed formulas, load seed & fertilizer onto airplane, pours & pumps materials & seed into hopper of airplane, drives fertilizer truck & operates lift; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 2/25/17 – 12/20/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX3454144 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917. Temporary Farm Labor: Clark Planting Partnership, Ruleville, MS, has 4 positions, 3 mo. operate tractors w/ GPS, sprayer, backhoe, farm equipment & machinery for cultivating, fertilizing, planting & harvesting rice, corn & soybean crops, irrigation maintenance, clean grain bins; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 2/25/17 – 11/01/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order MS197661 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917.

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Temporary Farm Labor: Harwell Farms, Robstown, TX, has 2 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment w/ GPS for tilling, cultivating, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting of grain & oilseed crops, cotton harvest, assisting w/ vaccinating, ear tagging, supplements & feeding of livestock: clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 1/15/17 – 11/01/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX2974101 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 505-383-2721.

Temporary Farm Labor: Kodiak Farming, Wynne, AR, has 1 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing & planting of rice & soybeans, walking fields to pull weeds, harvesting, processing, drying, bagging & transporting rice & soybeans, irrigation maintenance; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 2/15/17 – 11/22/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order 1860140 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917.

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Temporary Farm Labor: Bruce & Devon White, LaWard, TX, has 3 positions, 3 mo. operating & assisting in service trucks for hauling cotton from field to gin, operating heavy transport trucks to haul cotton, operating farm equipment to cultivating, till, plant & harvest corn; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/15/17 – 12/15/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX8508612 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 505-383-2721. Temporary Farm Labor: Bulldog Farms, Tutwiler, MS, has 3 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment and machinery for cultivating, fertilizing, tilling, planting, harvesting & transporting oilseed crops, walking rice fields to pull weeds & check water levels, adjusting gates for water levels; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/01/17 – 12/01/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order MS196475 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917. Temporary Farm Labor: Roderick Cattle Co., Alamito, TX, has 2 positions, 3 mo. operating brush beaters, tractors, chainsaws, pole saws & stump grinders for brush control, cut down & remove dead brush & trees, chopping weeds in yards & corals using backpack sprayer, place horn weights on yearling bulls, spraying for lice for lice, stacking & putting mineral block in tubs, preparing ground & planting native & improved grasses, repair pipeline right of way for seeding grasses, planting & watering trees, filling holes in ranch roads & driveways with caliche, repair windmills, well houses & water sources for livestock, scrub & Clorox water troughs, dig & repair water lines; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/15/17 – 1/15/18. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX5198009 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917. Temporary Farm Labor: Mid-South Farming Company, Coy, AR, has 3 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting rice from field to storage facilities, processing & bagging of rice; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/ hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/15/17 – 11/30/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order 1850610 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: Garrett Administration Service, Danbury, TX, has 5 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting & harvesting seed rice, walk fields to pull weeds, assist w/ calving, vaccinating, branding, feeding supplements & transport cattle to market, irrigation maintenance; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/10/17 – 12/15/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX6519378 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917.

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Tommy’s Cuisine is NOW HIRING Service Managers & Sous Chefs Apply in person at 746 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 or email resume to: dreamam@creolecuisine.com

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We are a local Successful and Growing Restaurant Group and currently seeking Service Managers and Kitchen Managers Attention to service and guest hospitality are paramount. We are looking for the best managers throughout the New Orleans area! Are you a leader with an eye for talent, strong work ethic, and drive to succeed? We strive for guest service excellence with family core values of Integrity, Commitment, Generosity, & Fun – if this fits you, then you are the key to success!

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To become a hospice volunteer, call Paige at 504-818-2723 Ext. 3006

Servers, Line Cooks, Hosts, Food Runners, Dishwashers and Bussers Apply in person at 3226 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115 or send resume to: dreamam@creolecuisine.com

Servers and Hosts needed! Boulevard American Bistro strives to bring high-quality, consistent American fare to the city. We are eager to provide upscale food and service to this market by hiring outgoing, excited individuals who thrive on working in a team-oriented environment. We are looking for energetic, motivated individuals who pride themselves on the service they provide to each guest they cross paths with. Hospitality is about creating relationships with guests and inviting people back into our home here at Boulevard American Bistro! Please apply Monday – Friday from 3:00 – 4:30. Our management team conducts on-the-spot interviews, so we request that all applicants apply in business attire. If unavailable, please send resume to: dreamam@creolecuisine.com or call the restaurant at (504) 889-2301 to schedule an appointment. Boulevard American Bistro • 4241 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 1 • Metairie, LA 70006

Royal House Oyster Bar

is hiring Servers, Line Cooks and Hosts

Apply in person at 411 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 or send resume to: dreamam@creolecuisine.com

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