RESTAURANT GUIDE AMERICAN
BARS WITH GREAT FOOD
Bayou Hot Wings has 13 different flavors that you can choose from for your wings. Don’t miss out on trying their mouthwatering Southern Fried Gator Bites. Bayou Hot Wings is a particular favorite hangout for Tulane and Loyola students. 6221 S. Claiborne Ave., 504-865-9464, bayouhotwings.com
Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant presents an unpretentious atmosphere that’s great for hanging out with friends. They provide live music every Thursday through Monday. Make sure to try one of their mouthwatering burgers, such as the Buffa Burger. 1001 Esplanade Ave., 504-949-0038, buffasbar.com
Bub’s NOLA, located next to Banks St. Bar, started as a pop up in 2020 by five friends. Try the unique and tasty Peanut Bubber Burger with peanut butter and bacon. Their De Gen Fries with cheese fries, bacon, jalapenos, and ranch are a must-try. 4413 Banks St., 504-581-8054, bubsnola.com
is perfect for a drink or two after work with friends. 435 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, 504-368-1114, gattusos.net MRB Bar & Kitchen has all your favorite NOLA classics, plus plenty of specialty drinks! Get the chicken fried alligator sandwich on a Hawaiian sour dough bun. With live music to accompany your meal, each dining experience will be unique. 515 St. Philip St., 504-524-2558,
Jimmy J’s Café is a local gem that embraces the funky spirit of the city. Their menu offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, as well as weekly specials. Plan ahead because the line starts early for lunch at this popular establishment. 115 Chartres St., 504-309-9360, jimmyjscafe.com
Chicken & Watermelon is right next door to Jazz Daiquiris, so grab a drink after your wings! The Garlic Parmesan Wings are really delicious and perfect for sharing. The Jerk Fries are fingerlicking good and a great taste of island flavors. 3400 S. Claiborne Ave., 504-896-4596, boogiebird.com
MISA is a chic restaurant with a delicious menu by Chef Tal Sharon. Order the Moroccan Frena Bread as an appetizer and then dig into the Royal Indian Lambshank Stew. Don’t miss out on creative cocktails like the Sexy Fish or Ginger Evil. 4734 Magazine St., 504-510-2791, misanola.com
Crescent City Steaks has been serving New Orleans for over 87 years. They invented the “NOLA-style” of sizzling steaks in butter. They also offer dishes like broiled salmon, broiled lobster tail, and a very delicious bread pudding. 1001 N. Broad St., 504-821-3271, crescentcitysteaks.com
Please U Restaurant provides a very pleasing dining experience and has been operating in New Orleans since 1946. They’re a great spot to visit before going to see some Carnival parades. They offer some great Greek food like gyros and Greek salads. 1751 St. Charles Ave., 504-525-9131, pleaseunola.com
Legacy Kitchen’s Steak + Chop is a great spot for a date night on the Westbank. The restaurant has some truly amazing Charbroiled Oysters with grilled bread. The Skillet Crawfish Cornbread is a must-try before your main course. 91 Westbank Expy. #51, Gretna, 504-513-2606, legacykitchen.com
Riccobono’s Panola Street Café is popular with locals and Uptown students alike. Their Crabcake Benedict is considered to be an all-time neighborhood favorite. Their Silver Dollar Pancakes are great with a side of eggs and bacon. 7801 Panola St., 504-314-1810, panolastreetcafe.com
The Troubadour Lounge & Listening Room is located inside the beautiful Troubadour Hotel. Its easy-going atmosphere makes it perfect to enjoy some cocktails with friends. Make sure to go out when they have live music! 1111 Gravier St., 504-518-5500, troubadourlounge.squarespace.com
ASIAN Mikimoto has all of the freshest sushi that you can find in New Orleans. They’ve been serving the Greater New Orleans area Japanese cuisine for more than 20 years. Try the Spicy NOFD Roll, in honor of the New Orleans Fire Department. 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., 504-488-1881, mikimotosushi.com
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Venezia Down The Hatch Bar & Grill serves delicious and reasonably priced cuisine in the Garden District. In addition to satisfying drinks, they offer burgers, platters, and more. Save room for the homemade New York Cheesecake. 1921 Sophie Wright Pl., 504-522-0909, downthehatchnola.com Ernst Cafe has some of the best red beans and rice in the Warehouse District. The cafe is steps away from Harrah’s Casino and it’s a fun spot to watch the big game with its multiple TVs. The Blue Crab Cake Sandwich is a fantastic meal for lunch. 600 S. Peters St., 504-525-8544, ernstcafe.com Flamingo A-Go-Go offers great frozen drinks like their margaritas and frosé. Their Taste of New Orleans with gumbo, jambalaya, and more is great to share. The Tuna Poke Bowl with mango salsa and glass noodles is a nice healthy option. 869 Magazine St., 504-577-2202, flamingonola.com Gattuso’s Neighborhood Restaurant has a variety of sandwiches and wraps to please everyone in your party. The Firecracker Shrimp Salad is a real knockout! Gattuso’s outdoor patio
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mrbnola.com The Peacock Room describes itself as an “elevated” cocktail bar. The Peacock Burger with bacon-boursin cheese and tomato jam is particularly delicious. Take your date or significant other to one of the most romantic date spots in the city. 501 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-324-3073, peacockroomnola.com Stumpy's Hatchet House is great for bachelor or bachelorette parties, so let the hatchets fly! The hot and fresh popcorn goes great with the cold beer Stumpy’s offers. The nachos from the snack bar are also great for sharing. 1200 Poydras St., 504-577-2937, stumpyshh.com/neworleansla
CAFE Bearcat Café has fantastic outdoor seating at both locations. Enjoy delicious breakfast cocktails at the bar at Bearcat Café’s CBD location. The Crab Scramble with asparagus and potatoes and the Cat Daddy Biscuit with chicken, gravy, and an egg are perfect. Multiple Locations, bearcatcafe.com
The Ruby Slipper Cafe has locations all over the Gulf South. The Bananas Foster Pain Perdu is great for those with a sweet tooth and the Chicken St. Charles is definitely for those who love fried chicken. Get the Migas with spicy chorizo for a taste of Mexico. Multiple Locations, therubyslippercafe.net Willa Jean celebrates Southern flavors with its fresh and local ingredients. Try anything from their delicious “Biscuit Station,” like the Fried Chicken Biscuit. Their Croque Madame sandwich is really fantastic. They also have Saturday and Sunday brunch! 611 O’Keefe Ave., 504-509-7334, willajean.com
FRENCH Cafe Degas gives a taste of NOLA’s roots by serving authentic French cuisine. The Roasted Quail and Veal Liver are just a few of their many adventurous dishes. Try the mouthwatering Belgium Waffle or their French Onion Soup. 3127 Esplanade Ave., 504-945-5635, cafedegas.com
ITALIAN A Tavola Restaurant & Wine Bar has Pan-Fried Crab Cakes that are packed to the brim with delicious lump crab meat. The Beef Short Rib Brasato is particularly amazing. The Pepperoni Pizza will surely please your little ones. 3413 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 504-577-2235, atavo.la
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Manning’s Sports Bar & Grill has some of the best wings, BBQ ribs, and nachos in New Orleans. They have over 30 flat screen TVs, two 13-foot mega-screens, and a sports anchor desk. They also have a delicious Chicken & Andouille Gumbo with jasmine rice. 519 Fulton St., 504-593-8118, caesars.com
The Steakhouse at Harrah’s is located steps away from your favorite slot machines. They offer gourmet steakhouse classics inspired by the flavors of New Orleans. Make sure to save some room and order their mouthwatering desserts for dinner! 8 Canal St., 504-533-6111, caesars.com
Caffe! Caffe! has won a number of awards for their quality food. Come early for some delicious breakfast, or go during lunch for a refreshing salad, sandwich, or wrap. The Metairie location hosts a beautiful patio that overlooks Transcontinental Boulevard. Multiple Locations, caffecaffe.com Carmo has a truly eclectic menu to enjoy. The Broken Noodle Salad offers a delicious taste of Asia and the Kottu is a great stir-fried roti dish with roots from Sri Lanka. Not only that, the Rico, topped with house-smoked pulled pork, is really good. 527 Julia St., 504-875-4132, cafecarmo.com
Bud’s Broiler is home to New Orleans’ favorite charbroiled burgers. You can also order their delicious Fried Seafood Plates with catfish and shrimp or their finger-licking wings. Their Canal Boulevard location is right next to Morning Call! Multiple Locations, facebook.com/Buds-Broiler
Spudly’s Super Spuds has been making their “meals in baked potatoes” for over 40 years. Anything you could possibly want in a baked potato is sure to be on Spudly’s menu. The restaurant also serves really tasty soups and burgers. 2609 Harvard Ave., Metairie, 504-455-3250, spudlys.com
Café Amelie offers menus that are perfect for a romantic date night or a Sunday brunch. Their lit-up courtyard adds great ambiance for special occasions or private events. For the true Amelie experience, try their signature Short Ribs & Johnny Cakes dish. 912 Royal St., 504-412-8965, cafeamelie.com
