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NEW ORLEANS NOV 2019
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Out and about on Oak Street
NOLA chefs are having fun in the kitchen
Exploring “Acadia” and weird home tours
Fall food fetes and “Dear Evan Hansen”
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ESSENTIALS Editor’s Note 8 Ask the Expert 12 Calendar 14 One Block 26 Maps 53 Where Next 56 Parting Shot C3 THE GUIDE Dining 29 Shopping 34 Attractions 41 Entertainment 44 Nightlife 46
Life on the Mississippi
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The New Orleans Museum of Art’s “Inventing Acadia” exhibit.
Fall Food Fests
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Po’boys, boudin, cheese, gumbo—gobble, gobble!
21 Audubon Aquarium’s new Shark Discovery attraction.
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Detail from Alfred Boisseau’s “Louisiana Indians Walking Along a Bayou,” part of the “Inventing Acadia” exhibit at the New Orleans Museum of Art. ©NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART: GIFT OF WILLIAM E. GROVES, 56.34
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DOUG BRANTLEY Editor, WhereTraveler ® New Orleans @whereneworleans
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uring my childhood, my father worked for a local meat distributor, servicing such legendary New Orleans eateries as Brennan’s and Tujague’s. Every Friday we would go out to dinner, where invariably he would ask to tour the restaurant’s kitchen. The one caveat was that my brother and I couldn’t just order hamburgers; each week we had to try something new, different and fun. This month, we peek into the city’s contemporary kitchens, where “cooks are having fun cooking,” incorporating playful approaches to culinary classics. We also check out November’s cornucopia of food fests, celebrating everything from cheese to po’boys. Elsewhere we get all touchy-feely with sharks at the Audubon Aquarium, explore “Acadia” at the New Orleans Museum of Art and roam Oak Street. “Dear Evan Hansen,” Saints and Pelicans home games, the Battle of the Bands—dig in and have fun!
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Adolescent angst, peer pressure, popularity (and the lack thereof), depression, deception, cyber-bullying, teen suicide: These are not the makings of your standard Broadway musical. And that’s exactly why “Dear Evan Hansen” racked up six Tony Awards in 2017, and continues to pack houses on its nationwide tour, which pulls into the Saenger Theatre this month. Haunting and heart-wrenching, “Hansen” is also a surprisingly funny and uplifting coming-of-age story that will stick with you long after curtain call. www.saengernola.com
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city’s Caribbean culture. www.bayoubacchanal.org New Orleans Saints Nov. 10 & 24 The Black and Gold tackle two hardcore rivals at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome this month, taking on the Atlanta Flacons (Nov. 10), followed by the Carolina Panthers (Nov. 24). Both kick-offs are at noon and are preceded by free fan fests in the Dome-adjacent Champions Square. www.mbsuperdome.com Bianca Del Rio Nov. 10 New Orleans’ own winner of “Ru Paul’s Drag Race” —aka the “clown in a
gown”—returns home with her new “It’s Jester Joke” tour at the Orpheum Theater. www.orpheum nola.com Jonas Brothers Nov. 12 Kevin, Joe and Nick pull into the Smoothie King Center. Let the squealing begin. www.smoothieking center.com Weird Homes Tour Nov. 16 Sneak a peek into some of the city’s most unconventional and uniquely decorated (OK, bizarre) living spaces on this self-guided excursion. www.weird homestour.com
New Orleans Pelicans Nov. 27 Former Pelican Anthony Davis rebounds into the Smoothie King Center for the first time since joining the Los Angeles Lakers. For a full roster of November’s home games, visit www.smoothieking center.com. Bayou Classic Nov. 29-30 Grambling and Southern universities go head-tohead in this 35th annual gridiron matchup at the Superdome. But the big competition is the Battle of the Bands, which takes place the prior evening. www.mybayouclassic.com
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Playing With Their Food New Orleans chefs are having fun in the kitchen In the food world, dishes tend to take wide pendulum swings. One moment the rage is simple ingredients and tiny portions; the next it’s all about wild, overflowing combinations. What’s evident in New Orleans right now: Cooks are having fun cooking. Menus are filled with playful dishes underscored by serious technique. Credit chef Peter Vazquez (more on him later), well-recognized for leading the charge in tweaking classics and thinking outside the box, followed by next-gen chef Mason Hereford (Turkey and the Wolf, Molly’s Rise and Shine) who has made food fun an imperative—and, in turn, given “permission” for loads of local chefs to let loose and take us all on the ride. Hold on tight. New Orleans chefs are pushing dining boundaries in a big way—and it’s fantastic fun. BY LORIN GAUDIN
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Chef Pete Vazquez’s current culinary circus is filled with foods based on whim that often flaunt convention. Fans anxiously await his trippy menus to appear on social media. One day there may be a KFC-inspired bowl of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn and slaw; the next could bring a tikkaspiced turkey burger stuffed with chicken curry or cucumber raita wrapped in naan. For dessert, how about the chef ’s own “Kit-Kat” bars with crème anglaise?
The chef/owners of this casual, 16-seat, dinner-by-reservation-only restaurant explore unique ingredients and cooking preparations for their frequently changing menu. Recently there was grilled lobster legs with lobster tomalley barbecue sauce; boudin noir with green apple and fried rosemary; mackerel with pumpkin dashi; and cured-peach ice cream, smoked and frozen almond milk with salted caramel and honey-butter chips.
Husband and wife chef duo, Chris and Lisa Barbato, have crafted a menu that matches the Country Club to a “C”... you gotta “see” it. A tangle of fried rice noodles top a Vietnamese-inspired salt-and-pepper chicken salad dressed with lime vinaigrette; a reimagined French “dip” of shaved lamb, crispy shallots and au jus on a locally made baguette; and, in a nod to the legendary voodoo queen, there’s the decadent, scratch-made, sweet cream, chocolate sauce and brownie “Marie L Aveau” ice cream sundae.
Bright, colorful and chic, here you’ll find smart dishes with a touch of intellectual humor. Quoting Albert Camus—“Creer, c’est vivre deux fois” (to create is to live twice) tags the Instagram image of “Crushed Strawberries” topping toasted cinnamon croissant, browned butter, maple syrup and vanilla mousse. On the savory side, architectural multilayered potato cubes, each crowned with a scoop of crème fraîche and bowfin caviar, form “Pommes Marilou.”
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Crisp, sweet clouds in bold colors, shapes and tastes. Chef Ehren Abbott bends the rules with hand-painted, pear-and-ginger meringue bark, cocoa-dusted pavlovas filled with bourbon caramel and a dollop of peanut butter and mushrooms you’d swear had just been plucked from the forest… except they taste like chocolate or caramel. The flavor list is endlessly entertaining and divine.
Pop into this pink palace for colorful coffee concoctions. As pretty as they are tasty, these lattes come sprinkled with sassy stenciled words that lean adult-friendly. Get a giant, house-baked cookie to go with a “Day Dream” latte, made purple with butterfly pea flower powder, or a “Lit From Within” espresso, laced with honey, cinnamon and CBD oil, and— as the cup instructs—“suck it up.”
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Chef Christopher Nobles’ handmade bean-to-bar-to-bonbons are extraordinary and clever. In homage to (greatest of all time) Saints quarterback Drew Brees, there is a confection of goat’s milk caramel over dark chocolate goat’s milk ganache. The full collection has chocolates called Tiki Bar, Trust Fund Gutter Punk and Jasmine Jazz, Man!, to name a few.
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ong before the late, legendary chef Paul Prudhomme introduced Cajun cuisine to a global audience in the 1970s, artists were exporting Louisiana landscapes to the world at large. Inventing Acadia: Painting and Place In Louisiana, opening Nov. 16 at the New Orleans Museum of Art, examines the evolution of local landscape painting during the 19th century and the formation of a new school of art that was very different from anywhere else in the nation. The first major exhibition of its kind in more than 40 years, “Acadia” continues through January. www.noma.org
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: “A PLANTATION BURIAL,” BY JOHN ANTROBUS; “SPIRIT OF LOUISIANA,” BY GEORGE DAVID COULON; “BACK OF ALGIERS,” BY RICHARD CLAGUE; “AFTER A STORM—LAKE MAUREPAS,” BY JOSEPH RUSLING MEEKER; AND “LIFE ALONG A LOUISIANA BAYOU,” BY EVERETT B.D. FABRINO JULIO
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Fall Food Fests
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: OAK STREET PO’BOY FEST; BOUDIN, BOURBON AND BEER; TREMÉ CREOLE GUMBO FESTIVAL; AND FÊTE DES FROMAGES
Oak Street Po-Boy Festival
That noise rising from the Riverbend neighborhood Nov. 3? That’s the sound of thousands of po’boy fans munching on more than 60-plus variations of the city’s signature sandwich. From the traditional (hot sausage, fried shrimp) to the not-so (escargot, smothered rabbit,) to the wayout-there (pork belly-deviled egg, duck debris with goose-fat fried duck skin), there’s something for every appetite.
Emeril Lagasse’s annual chow down brings together more than 70 top talents from around the nation, serving up haute takes on the humble Cajun sausage. Taking place Nov. 8 at Champions Square, the open-bar affair also features a number of great music acts, including Grace Potter and Trombone Shorty. www.boudinbourbonandbeer.com
Fête des Fromages
Gumbos great and small are the get here. This year’s gathering joins with the Congo Square Rhythms Festival for one big blowout Nov. 16-17 at Armstrong Park.
It might sound cheesy—and it is—but in its second year, this wildly popular event already ranks (get it?) as the biggest cheese festival in the U.S. Nibble on more than 150 varieties Nov. 16, while sipping wine and listening to live music on the grounds of the New Orleans Jazz Museum.
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Thanksgiving may be the big November meal, but you’ll find lots to chew on around town in the weeks leading up to Turkey Day.
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The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas encourages visitors to get hands-on with sea-life conservation with its recently opened Shark Discovery attraction. Guests can interact with zebra, bamboo, epaulette and coral catshark varieties in its new 60-foot-long, 13,000-gallon touchpool, which features a large LED screen offering info on the exhibit’s endangered inhabitants and their important role in the marine ecosystem. Dive even deeper with Escape Extinction: Sharks, a kid-friendly, escape room-style adventure that explores shark-conservation issues via interactive games and puzzles. www.audubonatureinstitute.org/aquarium 21
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Searching for a standout stocking stuffer, or that something special for that special someone? Add a bit of Crescent City charm to your gift-giving this season. THE HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTION THE SHOP AT THE COLLECTION Remember your time in New Orleans year after year with a keepsake ornament. These hand-blown glass ornaments come in multiple designs, each capturing a different aspect of the city’s colorful culture. Item shown is $45. Shipping available. 520 Royal St. Open Tu–Sa, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, and Su, 10:30 am–4:30 pm. (504) 598-7147. www.hnoc.org/shop.
BEVOLO GAS AND ELECTRIC LIGHTS The Governor Pool House Lantern from Bevolo, can be used to fill the night with a soft candlelight glow, display seasonal items, or your favorite collections. Available in antique copper or stainless steel. 304/316/318 Royal St. French Quarter, Bevolo.com
MARDI GRAS WORLD Mardi Gras World not only gives you an authentic carnival experience year-round, it boasts a unique shop full of Mardi Gras treasures like these 14oz double old fashioned rocks glasses. With beautiful gold details, they come with two different prints to choose from – a crown or masks. 1380 Port of New Orleans, Louisiana 70130, 504-361-7821, www. mardigrasworld.com
BUNGALOWS Bungalows, Julie Vos designed and handcrafted to the standards of fine jewelry. Made of semiprecious stones, pearl and imported glass, handset in 24k gold plate. A variety of collections available at Bungalow’s, 719 Royal St. (504) 522.9222 www.ShopBungalows.com
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VINTAGE 329 Specializing in barware from the 50s & 60s. Pictured: Scandinavian Etched Cordial, Culver Red Paisley Old Fashioned, Fred Press red & gold cordial, Culver Red Paisley Tumbler, Pink & Blue “Wet Your Whistle” Swizzle Sticks, Culver Valencia Pitcher, Georges Briard Firenze Tumbler, Culver blue, green & gold juice glass, Mosaic gold, blue & green cordial. 329 Royal Street, (504) 525-2262
THE HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTION Like the original, these Corkcicle insulated tumblers keep drinks the perfect temperature, but only The Shop at The Collection has the stately pelican design (perfect for a new Louisiana resident). $29 each. Shipping available. 520 Royal St. Open Tu–Sa, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, and Su, 10:30 am–4:30 pm. (504) 598-7147. www.hnoc.org/shop. ROSETREE GLASS STUDIO Watch masters of the ancient art create, quality, affordable blown glass in the only New Orleans year-round studio. Located in an award-winning restored Art Deco movie theater and rated #2 art gallery on Tripadvisor. “Blow Your Own” sessions and group parties available. 446 Vallette, Historic Algiers Point, New Orleans, 70114 Open M-F 10-5, call for Saturday hours. 504 3663602, www.rosetreegallery.com
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Oak Street has been synonymous with shopping since the late 1800s. Bag locally sourced goods at Made Grocery, or sharpen up your knife skills at Coutelier. Vintage fans will be stuck on Glue and the Uptown Home Shop.
Nurse a latte at Rue de la Course (housed in a stunning former bank) or a Highlander Grog at artsy Z’otz (check out the restroom murals). Then rummage around More Fun Comics and Rabbit Ears for cool, kitschy collectibles.
Grab a Tru Burger (and don’t skip the shake), or dive into kicked-up Cajun classics (mushroom boudin balls, crab-and-collard gumbo) at DTB. Off beat Jacques-Imo’s is as famed for its quirky atmosphere (paintings on the ceiling) as it is for its shrimp-and-alligator cheesecake, “warm beer, lousy food, poor service.”
Generally low-key, Oak Street packs ’em in each November for the annual Po-Boy Festival (Nov. 3). Wine lovers will fall for the Oak Wine Bar, while beer geeks will want to hit Ale. A little late-night dancing? Head to the Maple Leaf Bar.
Made Grocery 8201 Oak St., 504.273.7706
Coutelier 8239 Oak St., 504.475.5606
Glue Clothing Exchange 8206 Oak St.,
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DINING Central Business/ Warehouse District THE AMERICAN SECTOR AMERICAN. A nostalgic homage to wartime classics with gourmet twists, the menu at this National WWII Museum eatery features such kicked-up throwbacks as Frito pie. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 945 Magazine St., 504.528.1940. Map 3, B6; www.ww2eats.com BAR MARILOU FRENCH. With its swanky sofas and blood-red walls, this Parisian-accented space is perfect for sipping an afternoon appertif while nibbling on sophisticated bites, such as crisped potato stacks topped with crème fraïche and caviar. 544 Carondelet St., 504.814.7711. Map 3, D4; www.barmarilou.com
COCHON LOUISIANA. Many restaurants profess to be “better than your mama’s,” but chefs Donald Link and Stephen Stryjewski’s lives up to the claim with haute twists on Cajun standards. The adjacent Cochon Butcher offers sandwiches and house-cured meats. L, D (daily). 930 Tchoupitoulas St., 504.588.2123. Map 3, B7; www.cochonrestaurant.com COMPANY BURGER AMERICAN. Adam Biderman’s award-winning burger joint sticks to the basics, which makes it all the better. L, D (daily). 611 O’Keefe St., 504.309.9422. Map 3, C4; 4600 Freret St., 504.267.0320. Map 1, D3; www.thecompany burger.com COMPÈRE LAPIN CARIBBEAN. A native of St. Lucia, chef Nina Compton’s
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CHOPHOUSE NEW ORLEANS STEAKS. Forget the standard sauces and heavy sides; the focus at this upscale-casual steakhouse is on its top-quality, USDA prime-only meats. D (nightly). 322 Magazine St., 504.522.7902. Map 3, D5; www.chophousenola.com
island upbringing is evident in dishes such as conch croquettes with pineapple tartar sauce and curried goat with sweet potato gnocchi. L, (M-F); D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). 535 Tchoupitoulas St., 504.599.2119. Map 3, C6; www.comperelapin.com COUVANT FRENCH. A slick, contemporary French bistro inside the Eliza Jane hotel. Standouts include English peas with duck egg and lardons, hanger steak Bordelaise and moules frites. B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). 315 Magazine St., 504.324.5400. Map 3, D5; www.couvant.com
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EMERIL’S LOUISIANA. Emeril Lagasse’s flagship sets the course for the Lagasse empire. Opened in 1990, this is where the celebrated chef created many of his classic dishes, including barbecued shrimp, andouille-crusted drum and more. L (M-F), D (nightly). 800 Tchoupitoulas St., 504.528.9393. Map 3, C6; www.emerils.com JOSEPHINE ESTELLE ITALIAN. At this casual Ace Hotel eatery snapper crudo with browned butter dances elegantly between raw and cooked, the pastas are toothy, and each dish has some beautifully surprising element that lingers long after the meal. B (M-F); L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 600 Carondelet St., 504.930.3037. Map 3, C5; www.josephineestelle.com MAYPOP VIETNAMESE. Asian-fusion food in a bright, open space. Tear pieces of warm roti bread to scoop whole roasted pumpkin, apple and house coppa, or go spicy with vindaloo chicken. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 611 O’Keefe St., 504.518.6345. Map 3, B4 ; www.maypop restaurant.com MERIL INTERNATIONAL. Emeril Lagasse’s casual dining venue is reflective of the chef ’s world travels, with a globetrotting menu featuring everything from Japanese-style barbecue to pork rib tamales. L, D (daily). 424 Girod St., 504.526.3745.
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Map 3, C6; www.emerils.com PÊCHE SEAFOOD. The focus here is on chef Ryan Prewitt’s simple seafood grilled over hardwood coals...and it couldn’t be better. From the raw bar to the whole grilled fish, you can’t go wrong. L, D (daily). 800 Magazine St., 504.522.1744. Map 3, C6; www.pecherestaurant.com RED GRAVY ITALIAN. This cozy brunch bistro offers traditional Italian dishes and not-so-typical breakfast and lunch specials. Try the Sicilian egg pie or cannoli pancakes. Open W-M. 125 Camp St., 504.561.8844. Map 3, E5; www.redgravycafe.com SEAWORTHY SEAFOOD. This offshoot of New York’s Grand Banks oyster bar casts a wide net, serving up fresh bivalves from the Gulf, East and West coasts and other sustainably sourced seafood. D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). 630 Carondelet St., 504.930.3071. Map 3, C5; www.seaworthy nola.com WILLA JEAN BAKERY CONTEMPORARY. Pastry chef Kelly Fields, known for her beautiful baked goods, shows off her savory side as well in dishes such as braised lamb pasta with mint pesto. B, L (MF); D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). 611 O’Keefe Ave., 504.509.7334. Map 3, B4; www.willajean.com
French Quarter ACME OYSTER HOUSE SEAFOOD. For locals, the name Acme is synonymous with raw oysters. Since 1910, Acme’s signature marble-topped bar has served up countless bivalves on the half shell. Other regional specialties include fried oyster po’boys, gumbo Poopa and jambalaya. L, D (daily). 724 Iberville St., 504.522.5973. Map 3, E4; 8 Canal St. (inside Harrah’s Casino), 504.708.2409. Map 3, E6; www.acmeoyster.com ANTOINE’S CREOLE. Established in 1840,
Antoine’s is New Orleans’ oldest restaurant and a living treasure with rich French-Creole food, courtly waiters and an atmosphere of hospitality and tradition. L, D (M-Sa); Su jazz brunch. 713 St. Louis St., 504.581.4422. Map 3, F4; www.antoines.com ARNAUD’S CREOLE. In this magic castle of dining rooms, Arnaud’s continues a tradition begun in 1918. Shrimp Arnaud, oysters Bienville and café brûlot are three of the many famous dishes. D (daily); jazz brunch (Su). 813 Bienville St., 504.523.5433. Map 3, F4; www.arnauds.com BACKSPACE BAR & KITCHEN AMERICAN. This comfy spot pays homage to the French Quarter’s rich literary legacy. The bar serves drinks fashioned after famed authors’ faves, while the kitchen offers gumbo and sandwiches. L, D (daily). 139 Chatres St., 504.322.2245. Map 3, F4; wwww.backspace nola.com BOURBON HOUSE SEAFOOD. A standout addition to Dickie Brennan’s restaurant empire. Stylish seafood dishes share menu space with outstanding filets and sides— don’t miss the redfish on the half shell with jumbo lump crab or the bourbon-glazed shrimp. B, L, D (daily). 144 Bourbon St., 504.522.0111. Map 3, E4; www.bourbonhouse.com BRENNAN’S CREOLE. The legendary establishment continues more than seven decades of tradition with long-popular classics (turtle soup, eggs Hussarde, bananas Foster) coupled with fresh, contemporary takes on Creole cuisine. B, L, D (daily). 417 Royal St., 504.525.9711. Map 3, F4; www.brennansneworleans.com CAFÉ BEIGNET COFFEE. Along with the city’s signature pastry and all-day breakfast, these cafés serve up small bites of Cajun classics. B, L, D (daily). 311 Bourbon St., 504.525.2611. Map 3, F4; 334-B Royal St., 504.524.5530. Map 3, F4; 600 Decatur St.,
504.581.6554. Map 3, G5; www.cafebeignet.com CAFÉ DU MONDE COFFEE. In operation since 1862, Café Du Monde is a mustdo. On the menu: café au lait and beignets, the unofficial doughnuts of New Orleans. Open 24h (daily). 800 Decatur St., 504.525.4544. Map 3, G5; www.cafedumonde.com COURT OF TWO SISTERS CREOLE. No French Quarter visit would be complete without a meal at this romantic restaurant, which features a daily jazz brunch and a nightly a la carte menu of Creole and Cajun cuisine. Br, D (daily). 613 Royal St., 504.522.7261. Map 3, G4; www.courtoftwosisters.com DICKIE BRENNAN’S STEAKHOUSE STEAKS. An upscale steakhouse serving superior USDA prime beef with luscious sauces—try the barbecued rib-eye topped with Abita-beer shrimp or the filet with flash-fried oysters. D (nightly). 716 Iberville St., 504.522.2467. Map 3, E4; www.dickiebrennanssteak house.com GALATOIRE’S CREOLE. Since 1905, Galatoire’s has been a gravity center of New Orleans. Happily, the food is as good as the party atmosphere, with traditional Creole dishes presented by some of the city’s best waitstaff. L, D (Tu-Su). 209 Bourbon St., 504.525.2021. Map 3, E4; www.galatoires.com HARD ROCK CAFÉ AMERICAN. This popular chain, filled with music memorabilia, serves regional and American fare, including steaks, burgers, sandwiches and wings. L, D (daily). 125 Bourbon St., 504.529.5617. Map 3, F4; www.hardrockcafe.com ITALIAN BARREL ITALIAN. The focus here is on fine, Northern Italian cuisine. Fresh ravioli flown in from Italy complements such authentic fare as veal with porcini mushrooms and truffle oil, osso buco-topped polenta and top-notch tiramisu.
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L, D (daily). 430 Barracks St., 504.569.0198. Map 3, I5; www.theitalianbarrel.com JUSTINE FRENCH. Chef Justin Devillier’s Parisenne-inspired brasserie is both classic and contemporary in design, but the menu is full-on French: steak tartar, tuna Niçoise salad, moules frites. L (Tu-F), D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). 225 Chartres St., 504.218.8533. Map 3, E4; www.justinenola.com
Elegant Northern Italian Cuisine in a Quaint French Quarter Setting
430 Barracks Street (near the Historic French Market)
www.italianbarrel.com Reservations: 504.569.0198 | Catering or Private Parties: 504.982.6969 Open: Sunday - �ursday 11am - 10pm; Friday - Saturday 11am - 11pm Italian Breakfast: Monday - Friday 8am -11am; Saturday & Sunday 9am - 12pm
KILLER POBOYS CONTEMPORARY. This tiny hole-in-the-wall has garnered big buzz with its “internationally inspired, chef-crafted” takes on the standard po’boy. Try the rumbraised pork belly version with lime-infused slaw. B, L, D (W-M). 219 Dauphine St., 504.462.2731. Map 3, F3; 811 Conti St., 504.252.6745.Map 3, F4; www.killerpoboys.com KRYSTAL AMERICAN. Since 1932 Krystal has been satisfying big appetites with its small, square burgers. 24h (daily). 116 Bourbon St., 504.523.4030. Map 3, E4; www.krystal.com
A new spirited sanctuary for cocktails, French fare and easy elegance. Located at Maison de la Luz and in partnership with Parisian group Quixotic Projects. 544 Carondelet Street
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LONGWAY TAVERN ECLECTIC. A proper gastropub with a comfy chic interior, solid familiar cocktails and smart, sexy food. The pork belly home fries, fried calamari and hefty steak sandwiches will make you linger. L (F-Su), D (nightly). 719 Toulouse St., 504.962.9696. Map 3, G4; www.longway tavern.com MR. B’S BISTRO LOUISIANA. Another outstanding Brennan family restaurant, famed for its deceptively casual power-lunch scene. Must-tries include the barbe-
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K-PAUL’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN LOUISIANA. Chef-personality Paul Prudhomme was one of the first to introduce Cajun cuisine to a global audience. His restaurant is an ideal spot to sample some K-Paul classics, such as bronzed swordfish and blackened beef tenders. D (M-Sa). 416 Chartres St., 504.596.2530.Map 3, F4; www.kpauls.com
cued shrimp and bread pudding in Irish whiskey sauce. L (M-Sa), D (nightly); jazz brunch (Su). 201 Royal St., 504.523.2078. Map 3, E4; www.mrbsbistro.com NAPOLEON HOUSE LOUISIANA. Napoleon never slept here, but this historic café and bar, with its peeling walls and worn charm, has its share of French ambiance. The café serves soups, seafood gumbo, salads and warm muffulettas. L, D (daily). 500 Chartres St., 504.524.9752. Map 3, F4; www.napoleonhouse.com NOLA AMERICAN. Emeril Lagasse’s French Quarter bistro’s small plates-focused menu is perfect for table-sampling its 40-plus dishes. Must-trys include the hot frog legs, stuffed chicken wings and oyster-and-brie pot pie. L, D (daily). 534 St. Louis St., 504.522.6652. Map 3, F5; www.emerils.com
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PALACE CAFÉ CREOLE. Part of the Brennan restaurant empire, the Palace offers a sweeping view of Canal Street. Standouts include the savory crabmeat cheesecake and andouille-crusted Gulf fish. B, L (M-F), D (nightly); Sa-Su jazz brunch. 605 Canal St., 504.523.1661. Map 3, E4; www.palacecafe.com
504.553.2277. Map 3, E4; www.revolutionnola.com TABLEAU CREOLE. Housed in historic Le Petit Theatre, Dickie Brennan’s Jackson Square bistro offers two bars, balcony and courtyard dining and applause-worthy French-Creole dishes. L (M-Sa), D (nightly); Br (daily). 616 St. Peter St., 504.934.3463. Map 3, G4; www.tableaufrench quarter.com TUJAGUE’S CREOLE. Open since 1856, Tujague’s (“two-jacks”) ranks as one of the city’s oldest eateries. The restaurant serves a traditional Creole prix fixe menu (shrimp remoulade and beef brisket to start, followed by a choice of entrée and pecan pie), along with contemporary a la carte offerings. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 823 Decatur St., 504.525.8676. Map 3, H5; www.tujaguesrestaurant.com
Garden District/ Lower Garden District COMMANDER’S PALACE CREOLE. This beloved turquoise palace is a shrine for food worshippers. Chef Tory McPhail carries on the Brennan family tradition of adventurous food based on Creole principles, served in a courtly atmosphere. L (M-F), D (nightly); jazz brunch (Sa-Su). 1403 Washington Ave., 504.899.8221. Map 1, D4; www.commanderspalace.com COQUETTE CONTEMPORARY. What do you get when you mix traditional Louisiana cooking with spicy Italian and refined French? Coquette, where the menu changes daily but is always stellar with standouts like the must-have fried chicken. D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). 2800 Magazine St., 504.265.0421. Map 1, D4; www.coquettenola.com MOLLY’S RISE & SHINE BREAKFAST. The sandwich
gurus behind Turkey and the Wolf also operate this equally funky breakfast spot. Collard greens and grits, sweet potato burritos, deviled egg tostadas—expect the unexpected. B (W-M). 2368 Magazine St., 504.302.1896. Map 1, D4; www.mollysriseandshine.com TURKEY AND THE WOLF ECLECTIC. Sandwiches are the menu mainstay at this casual café: fried baloney with American cheese and chips, chicken fried steak. Don’t miss the wedge salad with blue cheese and “everything bagel” crunchies. L (W-M). 739 Jackson Ave., 504.218.7428. Map 1, D4; www.turkeyandthe wolf.com
Marigny/Bywater BACCHANAL ECLECTIC. This combo wine retail shop/bar/live music venue is also a restaurant. Dig into “international bistro” fare, while local bands perform in the shady backyard. L, D (daily).
RED FISH GRILL SEAFOOD. Grilled fish too plain? Not here. The hickory-grilled redfish topped with crab or crawfish is a modern classic, and the other specialties (barbecued oysters, double-chocolate bread pudding) are all exceptional. L, D (daily). 115 Bourbon St., 504.598.1200. Map 3, E4; www.redfish grill.com RESTAURANT R’EVOLUTION LOUISIANA. Chefs John Folse and Rick Tramonto are the tour de force behind this elegant-yet-relaxed fine dining venue. The rooms are gorgeously appointed, while the menu is made up of modern reinterpretations of classic Cajun and Creole cuisine. L (F), D (nightly); Br (Su). 777 Bienville St. (inside the Royal Sonesta Hotel),
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BYWATER AMERICAN BISTRO AMERICAN. The menu at this casual neighborhood spot focuses on local, seasonal ingredients. Farro risotto with mushrooms and minted breadcrumbs, fried Gulf oysters with oyster gravy; try the rabbit curry. D (W-Su); Br (Sa-Su). 2900 Chartres St., 504.605.3827. Map 1, E3; www.bywater americanbistro.com THE COUNTRY CLUB LOUISIANA. Known for its swimming pool, this Bywater hangout also offers casual fine dining. Dive into big-flavored small plates (crabmeat beignets, clams and chorizo), salads or full-on entrees, such as chateaurbriand for two. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 634 Louisa St., 504.945.0742. Map 1, E3; www. thecountryclubneworleans.com
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BLUE OAK BBQ BARBECUE. Blue Oak draws raves for its crisp-skinned barbecued chicken, spare ribs, killer nachos and fried Brussels sprouts. If the barbecued pork egg rolls make a menu appearance, get them. L, D, (Tu-Su). 900 N. Carrollton Ave., 504.822.2583. Map 1, D3; www.blueoakbbq.com
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PALADAR 511 CONTEMPORARY. California cooking New Orleans-style means lots of frilly salads, fish left au naturel and pizzas, smartly topped with farm eggs, summer squash and the like. D (W-M); Br (Sa-Su). 511 Marigny St., 504.509.6782. Map 3, J5; www.paladar511.com ST. ROCH MARKET ECLECTIC. Dating to 1875, this long-shuttered marketplace recently received a massive makeover while retaining its historic character and 24 steel columns. The stunning space features 11 food vendors, along with a bar. L, D (daily). 2381 St. Claude Ave., 504.609.3813.Map 1, E3; www.strochmarket.com
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RALPH’S ON THE PARK LOUISIANA. Veteran restaurateur Ralph Brennan serves up globally inspired local cuisine in this beautifully restored historic building overlooking scenic City Park. L (Tu-F), D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). 900 City Park Ave., 504.488.1000. Map 1, D2; www.ralphsonthepark.com
PICNIC PROVISIONS & WHISKEY SOUTHERN. Crawfish-boil hot fried chicken anchors the menu at this playful Commander’s Palace offshoot. Begin with the smoked fish dip and finish with cookie-dough s’mores. L, D (daily). 741 State St., 504.266.2810. Map 1, D4; www.nolapicnic.com
TOUPS’ MEATERY LOUISIANA. Chef Isaac Toups is known for his masterful charcuterie. Start with the Meatery Board, before moving on to the lamb neck with fennel and black-eyed pea salad. L, D (TuSa); Br (Sa-Su). 845 Carrollton Ave., 504.252.4999.Map 1, D3; www.toupsmeatery.com
SABA MEDITERRANEAN. Chef Alon Shaya provides a taste of modern Israel with a menu full of hummus, kebabs and labneh, along with intriguing entrees, such as octopus with shawarma spices. L (W-F), D (W-Su); Br (Sa-Su). 5757 Magazine St., 504.324.7770. Map 3, D4; www.eatwithsaba.com
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CAVAN SOUTHERN. This Victorian home’s “beautiful deterioration” is an ideal setting for modern Southern cuisine. Start with the crawfish-andgoat cheese king cake before tackling the double burger with Sazerac BBQ sauce. D (nightly); Br (F-Su). 3607 Magazine St., 504.509.7655. Map 1, D4; www.cavannola.com DEL FUEGO MEXICAN. Chef David Wright’s ramped-up taqueria is based on recipes and techniques gathered during travels to Mexico. House-made tortillas wrap around duck enchiladas with Oaxacan mole, while tostadas are topped with smoked Gulf fish. L, D (M-Sa). 4518 Magazine St., 504.309.5797. Map 1, D4 ; www.delfuegotaqueria.com DTB CAJUN. Short for “down the bayou,” DTB pays homage to late chef Carl Schaubhut’s Cajun country roots with mod twists on Louisiana coastal cuisine. Think gumbo with crab fat potato salad and crispy duck confit with charred cabbage and sweet potatoes. D (nightly); Br (F-Su). 8201 Oak St., 504.518.6889. Map 1, C3; www.dtbnola.com
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SHOPPING Art Galleries & Antiques A GALLERY FOR FINE PHOTOGRAPHY The city’s most extensive collection of fine art photographs for sale. Artists represented include Ansel Adams, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Herman Leonard and Yousuf Karsh, among others. 241 Chartres St., 504.568.1313. Map 3, F4; www.agallery.com ANTIEAU GALLERY Folk artist Chris RobertsAntieau’s textile appliqué works are found in the American Visionary Art Museum and her New Orleans galleries. 927 Royal St., 504.304.0849. Map 3, H4; 4532 Magazine St., 504.510.4148. Map 1, D4; www.antieaugallery.com ARTHUR ROGER GALLERY One of New Orleans’ leading modern art galleries, featuring an extensive collection of paintings, sculpture, photographs and works on paper. 432-434 Julia St., 504.522.1999. Map 3, C5; www.arthurroger gallery.com ARTISTS’ MARKET & BEAD SHOP Looking for undiscovered talent? You’ll likely find it at this gallery, which features
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BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS The vast majority of copper and brass gas lanterns adorning French Quarter shops, restaurants and homes are made at Bevolo. Choose from a selection of available styles, or have fixtures custom-built. 521 Conti St., 504.522.9485. Map 3, F5; 318 Royal St., 504.522.9485. Map 3, F4; www.bevolo.com CRAIG TRACY GALLERY The bulk of artist Craig Tracy’s work is devoted to the human form, which the award-winning bodypainter enhances with intricate imagery he then captures on film. 827 Royal St., 504.592.9886. Map 3, H4; www.craigtracy.com
FRANK RELLE PHOTOGRAPHY Award-winning photographer Relle’s moody “nightscapes” are counted among the permanent collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of History and the private holdings of Brad Pitt, Wynton Marsalis and others. 910 Royal St., 504.388.7601. Map 3, H4; www.frankrelle.com JONATHAN FERRARA GALLERY This gallery is home to the cutting-edge work of proprietor Jonathan Ferrara and others. Sculpture, glass, metal and installation art are featured. 400A Julia St., 504.522.5471. Map 3, C6; www.jonathanferrara gallery.com M.S. RAU ANTIQUES This third-generation family business is one of the nation’s oldest dealing in 19th-century antiques. Rau is known for its American, French and English
MICHALOPOULOS The off-kilter architectural renderings of James Michalopoulos are instantly recognizable. You’ll find them here, along with his figurative paintings, still lifes and landscapes. 617 Bienville St., 504.558.0505. Map 3, E4; www.michalopoulos.com MODERNIST CUISINE GALLERY Photographer Nathan Myhrvold focuses on the science of cooking and cutting-edge culinary techniques. 305 Royal St., 504.571.5157.Map 3, F4; www.modernist cuisinegallery.com MYTH GALLERY Part animal/part human, Betsy Youngquist’s stunning beaded sculptures will draw you into this shared space, which also showcases the whimsical sculpture of R. Scott Long. 831 Royal St., 504.513.8312.Map 3, H4; www.myth-gallery.com SARAH ASHLEY LONGSHORE GALLERY Step into this Uptown studio, with its pop art paintings and statement-making furniture, and you’ll understand why Elle calls Longshore “New Orleans’ Most Badass Artist.” 4537 Magazine St., 504.333.6951. Map 1, D4; www.ashleylongshore.com TERRANCE OSBORNE GALLERY Over the past decade artist Osborne has garnered a large local and national following with his vibrant architectural works and reflections on Crescent City life. 3029 Magazine St., 504.232.7530. Map 1, D4; www.terranceosborne.com VINTAGE 329 A mecca for vintage jewelry buffs, this hip shop is filled with Chanel, Memento Mori and Christian Lacroix. Vintage sunglasses, fashion-inspired posters and retro barware are
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FISCHER-GAMBINO An eclectic shop specializing in fine lighting fixtures, as well as statuary, furniture and home interesting home accents. 637 Royal St., 504.524.9067. Map 3, G4; www.lighting neworleans.com
furniture, fine silver, glass, porcelain, clocks and quality jewelry. 630 Royal St., 504.523.5660. Map 3, G4; www.rauantiques.com
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works—oil paintings, photography, pottery, blown glass, masks—by dozens of regional artists. 85 French Market Place, 504.561.0046. Map 3, I5; www.artistsmarketnola.com
among the offerings. 329 Royal St., 504.525.2262. Map 3, F4 WINDSOR FINE ART This fine art gallery features original works from the old masters (Durer, Rembrandt) and masters of the belle époque, (Cheret, Lautrec, Mucha) to the modern masters (Picasso, Dali, Miro, Matisse, Chagall) and the biggest names in post-war contemporary art (Warhol, Francis, Frankenthaler, Motherwell). Internationally renowned contemporary artists and sculpture are also featured. 221 Royal St., 504.586.0202. Map 3, F4; www.windsorfineart.com
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BECKHAM’S BOOKSHOP Thousands of rare, antique and secondhand books line the shelves at this sprawling emporium. An essential stop for collectors. 228 Decatur St., 504.522.9875. Map 3, E5; www.beckhamsbookshop.com FAULKNER HOUSE BOOKS William Faulkner lived at this address, and it was here he penned his novel “Soldiers’ Pay.” First editions of his works are sold, as well as contemporary fiction. 624 Pirate’s Alley (behind St. Louis Cathedral), 504.524.2940. Map 3, G4; www. faulkner housebooks.com LOUISIANA MUSIC FACTORY There’s no better place in town to stock up on new or used CDs by local artists. Live performances on Saturdays. 421 Frenchmen St., 504.586.1094. Map 3, J5; www.louisianamusicfactory.com
Clothing DIRTY COAST You won’t find your standard Bourbon Street T-shirts here. Catering to locals and in-theknow visitors, Dirty Coast’s slick designs feature funky graphics with cool Crescent City-inspired slogans. 713 Royal St., 504.324.6730. Map 3, G4; 5631 Magazine St., 504.324.3745.Map 1, D4; www.dirtycoast.com
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GOORIN BROS. HATS The city’s newest hat shops date to 1895, when master milliner Cassel Goorin first began plying his wares from Pittsburgh street carts. Today Goorin’s hip headwear and stylish stores are found nationwide. 709 Royal St., 504.523.4287. Map 3, G4; 2127 Magazine St., 504.522.1890. Map 1, D3; www.goorin.com
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QUEORK Cork is the get at this sleek boutique, where the resilient material is fashioned into chic handbags, totes, belts, phone cases, pet collars and more. 838 Chartres St., 504.481.2585. Map 3, H4; 3005 Magazine St., 504.388.6803.Map 1, D4; www.queork.com UNITED APPAREL LIQUIDATORS A bargain hunter’s paradise overflowing with overstock items and runway collection castoffs at drastically reduced prices. 518 Chartres St., 504.301.4437. Map 3, F4; www.shopual.com
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Gifts & Collectibles BUNGALOWS This shop mixes jewelry (including designs by Pandora, Brighton and other popular lines) and women’s accessories (hats, handbags) with home accents and great gift items. 719 Royal St., 504.522.9222. Map 3, G4; www.shop bungalows.com DERBY POTTERY & TILE Mark Derby’s hand-pressed Victorian reproduction tile can be found in showrooms nationwide. But you’ll see it being made here, along with his decorative pottery. 2029 Magazine St., 504.586.9003. Map 1, D4; www.derbypottery.com HEX: OLD WORLD WITCHERY This magical emporium offers everything from herbal enchantments and candles to bless your home to voodoo dolls crafted by true practitioners and psychic readings by real New Orleans witches. 1219 Decatur St., 504.613.0558. Map 3, I5; www.hexwitch.com
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LITTLE TOY SHOP You’ll find plenty to keep small hands and minds busy here, from entertaining games to historical action figures. 513 St. Ann St., 504.523.1770. Map 3, G5; 900 Decatur St., 504.522.6588. Map 3, H5; www.littletoyshopnola.com NOLA KIDS This children’s boutique offers select apparel for both girls and boys, from infant to youth, along with toys, books and great gift items. 526 Royal St., 504.533.9853. Map 3, G4; 333 Chartres St., 504.566.1340. Map 3, F4; www.shopnola kids.com
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THE SPA AT THE RITZ-CARLTON This luxurious, award-winning spa features 22 treatment rooms, two couples suites, a separate esthetician wing, sauna and steam rooms. 921 Canal St., 504.670.2929. Map 3, E3; www.ritzcarlton.com WALDORF ASTORIA SPA This luxe spa offers 10 private treatment rooms and a full menu of body treatments and services, including indulgent therapies that incorporate French clay, roses and water lilies. Located on the first floor of the Roosevelt Hotel. 130 Roosevelt Way, 504.648.1200. Map 3, E3; www.roosevelt neworleans.com TAO SPA Have a half hour to spare? Step into these centrally located relaxation stations, which specialize in reflexology treatments, and walk out a brand new you. 837 Canal St., 210.843.8276. Map 3, E3; 212 Chartres St. Map 3, E4; Riverwalk Marketplace, 500
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MADAME AUCOIN PERFUME “The oldest perfumer in the South” lives on thanks to her great grand-nephew, who recently reopened shop in her former residence. Artisanal fragrance lines are featured. 608 Bienville St., 985.665.2123 Map 3, F4; www.madame aucoinperfume.com
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Jewelry ADLER’S Since 1898, Adler’s has been New Orleans’ most respected repository for fine jewelry, watches, china and silver. 722 Canal St., 504.523.5292. Map 3, E4; 3301 Veteran’s Blvd., Metairie, 504.523.1952. Map 1, C2; www.adlers jewelry.com ADORN & CONQUER Metalsmith Maria Fomich encorporates New Orleans elements (shotgun houses, gas lamps) and bits of nature in her handmade jewelry designs. 2727 Prytania St., Suite 6, 702.8036. Map 1, D4; www.adornandconquer.com
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ART & EYES The eyes have it at this hip eyewear boutique, which specializes in hand-picked frames to fit just about any face or budget. Wearable art by designer Starr Hagenbring and jewelry is also featured. 3708 Magazine St., 504.891.4494. Map 1, D4; www. artandeyesneworleansla.com FLEUR D’ORLEANS French Quarter cast iron, St. Louis Cathedral’s cross and ornamental Uptown cornices are among the architectural elements incorporated in the jewelry at this shop. 818 Chartres St., 504.475.5254. Map 3, G4; 3701A Magazine St., 504.899.5585. Map 1, D4; www.fleurdorleans.com LA PETIT FLEUR Specializing in estate and contemporary jewelry, La Petit Fleur is well known for its own line of pendants based on the fleur de lis. The shop also offers NOLA-themed charms. 534 Royal St., 504.522.1305. Map 3, G4; www.lapetit fleur.com
Malls/ Major Retailers LAKESIDE SHOPPING CENTER A favorite shopping stop of New Orleanians for more than 30 years, Lakeside is conveniently
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located near the city and the airport. The mall houses more than 120 stores, including Apple, Coach, Macy’s, Michael Kors, Microsoft and Sephora. 3301 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, 504.835.8000. Map 1, C2; www.lakesideshopping.com THE OUTLET COLLECTION AT RIVERWALK Located along the Mississippi River at the foot of Poydras Street, the nation’s first urban outlet center offers more than 70 shops, including Neiman Marcus Last Call Studio. 500 Port of New Orleans Place, 504.522.1555. Map 3, D7; www.riverwalkneworleans.com THE SHOPS AT CANAL PLACE Canal Place features some of the world’s finest retailers in an elegant setting. Stores include Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, and Brooks Brothers, as well as local retailers. 333 Canal St., 504.522.9200. Map 3, E5; www. theshopsatcanalplace.com
Shoes GOOD FEET Foot pain? Step into this shop for professionally fit arch supports designed to fit everything from sneakers to dress shoes. 539 Bienville St., 504.875.2929. Map 3, F5; 3000 Severn Ave., 504.888.7080. Map 1, C2; www.orleansshoes.com JOHN FLUEVOG “Unique soles for unique souls.” This forward-thinking footwear shop is a “shoe-in” among French Quarter fashionistas and trendy travelers. 321 Chartres St., 504.523.7296. Map 3, F4; www.fluevog.com NOLA FOOT CANDY Sweet treats for your feet. Located along Jackson Square, this womens shoe shop stocks a wide variety of fun and fashionable styles. 510 St. Peter St., 504.252.9144. Map 3, G4; www.nolafootcandy.com SHOE BE DO Get a step ahead with cutting-edge women’s footwear from up-and-coming international designers. 324 Chartres
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PACK RAT SHIPPING SERVICES This all-in-one spot offers international shipping (DHL, FedEx, USPS), along with 40 related services, from computer and copying needs to notary public and passport photos. 3436 Magazine St., 504.899.5415. Map 1, D4; www.packrat shipping.com
ATTRACTIONS Attractions & Landmarks ARMSTRONG PARK Named for the late jazz great Louis Armstrong, this 34-acre green space is home to Congo Square, where jazz is believed to have first taken root. N. Rampart and St. Ann streets. Map 3, H2 AUDUBON AQUARIUM OF THE AMERICAS This award-winning aquarium counts the largest and most diverse collection of sharks and jellyfish in the U.S. Admission includes a ticket for the Entergy Giant Screen Theater. Open Tu-Su at 10 am; call for closing hours. 1 Canal St., 504.581.4629. Map 3, E6; www.auduboninstitute.org AUDUBON BUTTERFLY GARDEN & INSECTARIUM The nation’s largest museum devoted to insects. More than 70 interactive exhibits are featured. Open Ti-Su at 10 am; call for closing times. 423 Canal St., 504.581.4629. Map 3, E5; www.auduboninstitute.org AUDUBON PARK Walk, jog, golf or picnic among the oaks and lagoons in this beautiful glade. On the St. Charles streetcar line (stop 36). St. Charles Ave. at Walnut St., 504.212.5237. Map 1, C4; www.auduboninstitute.org AUDUBON ZOO Home to more than 1,800 animals, the renowned Audubon
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Zoo is one of the finest in the U.S. Open Tu-Su at 10 am; call for closing hours. 6500 Magazine St., 504.581.4629 or 800.774.7394. Map 1, C4; www.auduboninstitute.org CITY PARK Abundant live oaks provide a lush canopy for this 1,300-acre outdoor oasis, larger even than New York’s Central Park. 1 Dreyfous Ave., 504.482.4888. Map 1, D2; www.neworleans citypark.com FRENCH MARKET America’s oldest public market dates to pre-colonial days. Along with homegrown specialties, the market also features a number of food stalls, retail shops and flea market merchants. 1100 N. Peters St., 504.522.2621. Map 3, H5; www.frenchmarket.org
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HARRAH’S CASINO The South’s largest casino features 2,100 slots, 104 table games, live entertainment and a lavish buffet. 8 Canal St., 504.533.6000. Map 3, E6; www.harrahsneworleans.com JACKSON SQUARE The heart of the Quarter was originally known as Place d’Armes, and was renamed to honor President Andrew Jackson, whose statue anchors the square. A quintessential photo op. Decatur Street at St. Ann Street. Map 3, G5 MARDI GRAS WORLD It’s Carnival time all year long inside the workshops of Kern Studios, the world’s largest float builder. Tours daily, 9:30 am-4 pm. 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl., 504.361.7821. Map 3, A8; www.mardigrasworld.com MERCEDES-BENZ SUPERDOME The recently revamped and rebranded Superdome, home of the New Orleans Saints, remains the largest covered arena in the world. 1500 Poydras St., 504.587.3663. Map 3, B2; www.mbsuperdome.com NEW ORLEANS MUSICAL LEGENDS PARK This pocket park celebrates Bourbon Street’s musical legacy
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with statues of Al Hirt, Pete Fountain and others. An on-site café and bar offers cool libations, lite bites and live music. 311 Bourbon St., 504.888.7608. Map 3, F4; www.neworleans musicallegends.com NEW ORLEANS SCHOOL OF COOKING & STORE Creole/Cajun cooking demonstrations are offered daily at 10 am and 2 pm. Private group and hands-on sessions are also available; reservations required. The store is open M-Sa, 9 am-6 pm; Su, 9 am-5 pm. 524 St. Louis St., 504.208.5320. Map 3, F5; www.nosoc.com SMOOTHIE KING CENTER Cousin to the Superdome, the Center is the home of the New Orleans Pelicans basketball team, as well as the site of major concerts. 1501 Dave Dixon Dr., 504.587.3663. Map 3, A2 ; www.smoothiekingcenter.com ST. LOUIS CATHEDRAL Established as a parish in 1720, this magnificent circa-1849 cathedral is the heart and symbol of New Orleans. Mass said daily. 615 Pere Antoine Alley (Jackson Square), 504.525.9585. Map 3, G4; www.stlouis cathedral.org
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WOLDENBERG PARK This grassy riverfront promenade, which runs from the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas to Jackson Square, affords great people-watching and even greater views of the often-overlooked Mississippi. Map 3, F6
Museums CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER The city’s premier modern art exhibit space features rotating exhibits and also plays host to performances. 900 Camp St., 504.528.3800. Map 3, B6; www.cacno.org GALLIER HOUSE The 1857 home of renowned New Orleans architect James Gallier, Jr. is decorated and furnished in the style of the 1860s. Tours offered on the hour M-Tu and Th-F, 10 am-3 pm; Sa, noon-3 pm. 1132 Royal St.,
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HERMANN-GRIMA HOUSE Built in 1831, this house/ museum provides a glimpse into New Orleans’ Creole past. Tours offered on the hour M-Tu and Th-F, 10 am-3 pm; Sa, noon-3 pm. 820 St. Louis St., 504.274.0750. Map 3, F4; www.hgghh.org
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HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTION This trove of historic treasures offers free changing exhibitions and permanent displays tracing the evolution of the French Quarter and the city’s multilayered past. Open Tu-Sa, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; Su, 10:30 am4:30 pm. 520 and 533 Royal St., 504.523.4662. Map 3, G4; www.hnoc.org
LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUMS The Louisiana State Museum operates a number of French Quarter venues: The Cabildo, where the signing of the Louisiana Purchase took place; the Presbyère; the 1850 House; and the Old U.S. Mint, home to the New Orleans Jazz Museum. 504.568.6968.www. louisiana statemuseum.org NATIONAL WWII MUSEUM This living history tribute to the veterans of World War II is a world-class military archive with numerous exhibits. The Victory Theater shows the 4D film “Beyond All Boundaries.” 945 Magazine St., 504.528.1944. Map 3, B6; ww.nationalww2 museum.org NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART One of the South’s finest museums, featuring an exten-
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LOUISIANA CHILDREN’S MUSEUMS Kids learn through a “bajillion” hands-on activities at this award-winning museum. The sprawling space offers a variety of interactive exhibits, along with a family-friendly café. Open Tu-Sa, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; Su, 11:30 am-4:30 pm. 15 Thomas Henry Dr. (City Park), St.,504.523.1357.www. lcm.org
sive collection from the 15th through 20th centuries and a free outdoor sculpture garden. Open Tu-Th, 10 am-6 pm; F, 10 am-9 pm; Sa-Su, 11 am-5 pm. 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle (City Park), 504.658.4100. Map 1, D2; www.noma.org OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN ART This Smithsonian Institution affiliate offers a fresh, new look at four centuries of the American South. Open F-W, 10 am-5 pm. 925 Camp St., 504.539.9650. Map 3, B6; www.ogdenmuseum.org
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SAZERAC HOUSE This free facility toasts “the official cocktail of New Orleans” with a variety of hands-on exhibits. Explore the evolution of city’s cocktail cultural, while nabbing samples along the way. Open daily. 101 Magazine St., 504.910.0100. Map 3, E5; www.sazerachouse.com
Plantations HOUMAS HOUSE PLANTATION AND GARDENS Houmas House is famous for its imposing Greek Revival architecture and lush grounds. Tours are offered daily, 9 am-7 pm. Overnight accommodations available. Old South Tours provides transportation via luxury buses that depart daily from the French Quarter; call 877.303.1776 for details. 40136 Hwy. 942, Darrow, La., 225.473.9380. www.houmas house.com
Guided tours are offered daily, 9 am-4 pm. Overnight accommodations available; reservations recommended. 31025 Hwy. 1 South, White Castle, La., 225.545.2730. www.nottoway.com OAK ALLEY PLANTATION This picture-perfect Greek Revival mansion, with its 28 evenly spaced 300-year-old live oaks, is a spectacular sight. “The Grande Dame of Great River Road” offers overnight accommodations in century-old cottages. Guided tours daily, 9 am-5 pm. 3645 Hwy. 18, Vacherie, La., 888.279.9802. www.oakalleyplantation.org SAN FRANCISCO PLANTATION This grand home, built in 1856, boasts hand-painted ceilings and fine decorative finishes. Its fanciful exterior is a mixture of six different architectural styles. Open daily, 9:40 am-4:40 pm. Closed major holidays. 2646 Hwy. 44, Garyville, La., 888.322.1756. www.sanfrancisco plantation.org ST. JOSEPH PLANTATION Birthplace of 19th-century architect Henry Hobson Richardson, this circa-1830 Creole manor house has been family owned since 1877. The important role of sugar production along River Road is explored here. Guided tours are offered Th-Tu on the hour, from 10 am to 3 pm. 535 Hwy. 18, Vacherie, La., 225.265.4078. www.stjosephplantation.com
LAURA PLANTATION TripAdvisor’s top-rated River Road plantation tour authentically details 200 years of lives of Creole owners, women, slaves and children. The property features 12 historic structures, along with a slavery museum and French garden. Guided tours are offered daily, 10 am-4 pm. 2247 Hwy. 18, Vacherie, La., 888.799.7690. www.laura plantation.com
WHITNEY PLANTATION Recently opened to the public for the first time in its 265-year history, this plantation explores slavery through moving first-person accounts. Guided tours are offered W-M on the hour, 10 am-3 pm. 5099 Hwy. 18, Wallace, La., 225.265.3300. www.whitneyplantation.com
NOTTOWAY PLANTATION The famed “White Castle of Louisiana” is one of the largest antebellum homes in the South.
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CELEBRATION TOURS This company provides intimate group tours of the French Quarter, Garden District and area cemeteries, along with Hurricane Katrina recovery excursions and private outings. Tours average 2.5 to three hours; rates vary. 504.587.7115. www.celebrationtoursllc.com CITY SIGHTSEEING This double-decker bus tour allows you to hop off—then back on again—at top attractions throughout the city. 700 Decatur St., 504.207.6200 ; 800.362.1811. Map 3, G5; www. citysightseeingneworleans.com CREOLE QUEEN PADDLEWHEELER Daily 2.5-hour Chalmette Battlefield cruises (10 am and 2 pm) and two-hour dinner jazz cruises (7 pm). Departs from Spanish Plaza (Poydras Street at the Mississippi River). 1 Poydras St., 504.529.4567. Map 3, D7; www.creolequeen.com FRENCH QUARTER PHANTOMS TOURS These guided walking tours cover everything from ghost and vampire lore to cemeteries and music. All tours depart from The Voodoo Lounge (718 N. Rampart Street); reservations required. 718 N. Rampart St., 504.666.8300. Map 3, H4; www.frenchquarter phantoms.com GRAY LINE NEW ORLEANS Gray Line offers a variety of tours—Plantations, Ghost, Garden District, Cemeteries, Swamp & Airboat, Cocktail, French Quarter, Steamboat and River Cruises—and all possible combinations. All depart from the Toulouse Street Wharf. Toulouse St. at the Mississippi River, 504.569.1401. Map 3, F5; www.graylineneworleans.com HAUNTED HISTORY TOURS Ghost, vampire, voodoo, occult: This popular tour group offers
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a variety of excursions through the French Quarter and Garden District. Meet guides 15 minutes prior to tours. For tickets and further information: 504.861.2727. www.haunted historytours.com JEAN LAFITTE SWAMP TOURS This privately owned company with trained guides provides an up-close look at local flora and fauna. Daily swamp and airboat tours are offered. Transportation from area hotels available. 6601 Leo Kerner Lafitte Pkwy., Marrero, 504.529.4567. www.jeanlafitte swamptour.com
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NEW ORLEANS SPIRITS AND SPELLS TOUR These guided spirited journeys through the French Quarter explore the ghosts, gris-gris and witchery associated with the world’s most magical city. Departs Friday to Sunday at 7 pm from Hex: Old World Witchery. 1219 Decatur St., 504.667.5570. Map 3, I5; www.spiritsandspellstour.com RIVERBOAT CITY OF NEW ORLEANS The city’s newest riverboat has all of the flair and flavor of the city, with great dining, jazz, bars, history and culture. Daily jazz brunch and dinner cruises are offered. Toulouse St. at the Mississippi River, 504.569.1401. Map 3, E7; www.riverboatcity ofneworleans.com SAVE OUR CEMETERIES St. Louis No. 1: departs daily at 10 am, 11:30 am and 1 pm from Backatown Coffee Parlour (301 Basin St.). Lafayette No. 1: departs daily at 10:30 am and 1 pm from Washington Avenue gate (1400 block of Washington Ave.). 504.525.3377. www.save ourcemeteries.org STEAMBOAT NATCHEZ The last authentic steamboat on the Mississippi River. Daily harbor jazz cruises at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm. Dinner jazz cruise, nightly at 7 pm. Sunday jazz brunch cruises, 11:30 am and 2:30 pm. Cruises depart from Toulouse Street and the river in the French Quarter; call to verify availability. Toulouse St. at the Mississippi River,
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NIGHTLIFE Cocktails ARNAUD’S FRENCH 75 Fine libations and classic cocktails in a clubby atmosphere, adjacent to Arnaud’s restaurant. 813 Bienville St., 504.523.5433. Map 3, F4; www.arnauds.com EFFERVESCENCE This bubbly spot features 90-plus bottles of sparkling wine, along with reds, whites and a variety of small plates, ranging from grilled octopus to caviar and potato chips. Open W-Su. 1036 N. Rampart St., 504.509.7644. Map 3, H3; www.nolabubbles.com LAFITTE’S BLACKSMITH SHOP This historic cottage dates to the late 1700s. The legends surrounding Lafitte’s are vast; it’s easy to sit in the dark, watching the carriages pass, and imagine yourself back in a den of pirates and privateers. 941 Bourbon St., 504.593.9761. Map 3, H4; www. lafittesblacksmithshop.com PAT O’BRIEN’S Birthplace of the Hurricane cocktail, this complex features four bars, a full menu and the famous fountain. A Crescent City must-do. 718 St. Peter St., 504.525.4823. Map 3, G4; www.patobriens.com THE PENTHOUSE CLUB This upscale gentlemen’s club is one of the largest and toniest along the Bourbon Street strip. State-of-the-art lighting and sound systems are featured, along with private suites. 727 Iberville St., 504.524.4354. Map 3, E4; www.penthouse clubneworleans.com SAZERAC BAR Thirties elegance and classic cocktails in the beautiful Roosevelt Hotel. The perfect place to sample a Sazerac— the official cocktail of New Orleans. 130 Roosevelt Way, 504.309.6530. Map 3, E3; www. therooseveltneworleans.com
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D.B.A. This chic hangout on the Frenchmen strip features 20 premium draught beers, fine tequilas and single-malts and live music nightly. Lively weehours scene. 618 Frenchmen St., 504.942.3731. Map 3, J5; www.dbaneworleans.com
THE JAZZ PLAYHOUSE This stylish spot inside the Royal Sonesta recreates the jazz clubs of Bourbon Street’s 1950s heyday. A rotating roster of leading local talent is featured nightly. 300 Bourbon St., 504.553.2299. Map , F4; www. sonesta.com/jazzplayhouse
Live Entertainment APPLE BARREL This raffish joint is tiny but has a warm and intimate feel, especially when there’s a blues guitarist or a jazz combo performing in a corner of the crowded room. 609 Frenchmen St., 504.949.9399. Map 3, J5
THE FILLMORE NEW ORLEANS Harrah’s Casino ups the live-music ante with this 22,000 sq.-ft. offshoot of the legendary San Francisco venue, which feaures top-tier national touring acts. 6 Canal St., 504.881.1555. Map 3, E6; www.fillmorenola.com
MAPLE LEAF A tin roof, a sweaty dance floor, a quintessential N’awlins experience: Fueled by funk from some Crescent City greats, the crowd goes till dawn. 8316 Oak St., 504.866.9359. Map 1, C3; www.mapleleafbar.com
BLUE NILE This lively Frenchmen Street venue is simultaneously funky and stylish. Local acts perform regularly, along with national and international musicians. 532 Frenchmen St., 504.766.6193. Map 3, J5; www.bluenilelive.com
HOUSE OF BLUES The Crescent City branch of the national chain consistently tops local best-of lists, and mixes big-name tours with performances by New Orleans favorites. 225 Decatur St., 504.529.2583. Map 3, F5; www.hob.com
PRESERVATION HALL Home to traditional jazz since 1961, this no-frills nightspot still packs ’em in despite not serving liquor. 726 St. Peter St., 504.522.2841.Map 3, G4; www.preservationhall.com SNUG HARBOR An elegant, intimate mainstay of Frenchmen Street’s music row. Two sets nightly. 626 Frenchmen St.,
504.949.0696.Map 3, J4; www.snugjazz.com THE SPOTTED CAT This tiny club has a casual, laid-back vibe and a large, loyal following. Live music starts at 4 pm on weekdays (3 pm on weekends) . 623 Frenchmen St., no phone.Map 3, J5; www.spotted catmusicclub.com
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WALK-ON’S Within walking distance of the Superdome, this popular game-day gathering ground is part restaurant, part sports bar and all fun. 1009 Poydras St., 504.309.6530. Map 3, C3; www.walk-ons.com
STAGE DOOR CANTEEN Swing back to a bygone era at this fun WWII Museum venue, which features live musical productions reminiscent of 1940s USO shows. 945 Magazine St., 504.528.1943. Map 3, B6; ww.stagedoorcanteen.org TIPITINA’S The legendary Tip’s offers an eclectic, always-entertaining lineup, killer acoustics and multiple bars. 501 Napoleon Ave., 504.895.8477. Map 1, D4; www.tipitinas.com
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Rampart St., 524-7725 H3 HI Hampton Inn Downtown, 226 Carondelet St., 529-9990 D4 HA Hampton Inn & Suites, 1201 Convention Ctr. Blvd., 566-9990 C7 HH Harrah’s Hotel, 228 Poydras St., 533-6000 D6 HT Hilton Garden Inn CBD, 821 Gravier St., 324-6000 D4 2 HG Hilton Garden Inn Convention Center, 1001 S. Peters St., 525-0044 B7 HL Hilton New Orleans Riverside, 2 Poydras St., 561-0500 D7 SC Hilton New Orleans St. Charles, 333 St. Charles Ave., 524-8890 D4 FI Historic French Market Inn, 501 Decatur St., 561-5621 F5 HC Holiday Inn-Chateau LeMoyne, 301 Dauphine St., 581-1303 F3 HD Holiday Inn-Downtown Superdome, 330 Loyola Ave., 581-1600 D3 HE Holiday Inn Express-St. Charles, 936 St. Charles Ave., 962-0900 B5 HW Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans, 901 Poydras St., 581-5599 C4 HS Homewood Suites French Quarter, 317 N. 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