Restaurant Guide

AMERICAN

Bud’s Broiler is a true New Orleans gem that locals flock to in droves. The chain is known far and wide for their amazing broiled, charcoal burgers. Whether you choose to go, you are bound to get some of the best burgers in the city.

Multiple Locations, facebook.com/ Buds-Broiler-City-Park

Common Interest, inside the Hotel Indigo, features delicious Southern cuisine with a New Orleans twist. Menu highlights include the Riverbend Griddled Butt'ah Burger and the Debris & Grits. The restaurant is a great option before a night in the French Quarter. 705 Common St.,

504-595-5605

The Country Club is one of the Bywater’s best kept, and most elegant, treasures. Enjoy dishes like the black angus hamburger or the grilled Norwegian salmon. Make sure not to miss out on the restaurant’s weekend drag brunches. 634 Louisa St., 504-945-0742,

thecountryclubneworleans.com

Crescent City Steaks is Louisiana’s oldest family-owned steakhouse. Their New Orleansstyle steaks, which they sizzle in butter, are out of this world. Anything on their award-winning menu is fantastic, like the broiled lobster tail and shrimp cocktail. 1001 N. Broad St.,

504-821-3271, crescentcitysteaks.com

Daisy Dukes’ motto is, “Nuttin’ fancy, just great Southern eatin’.” This attitude perfectly encapsulates the restaurant’s menu, which is full of simple, but great tasting Southern classics. Particular favorites are the po-boys and the Blackened Alligator Platter. Multiple Locations,

daisydukesrestaurant.com

Gattuso’s Neighborhood Restaurant is a go-to spot for tasty eats and great drinks in the heart of Old Gretna. With a beautiful and spacious courtyard, it’s the perfect place to take your entire family. Gattuso’s offers a ton of different sandwiches. 435 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna,

504-368-1114, gattusos.net

House of Blues New Orleans has all of the drinks and live entertainment needed for a fun night out. You’ll definitely be satisfied after you try the food from the House of Blues’ Southerninspired menu. Make sure to get the shrimp and grits. 225 Decatur St., 504-310-4999,

houseofblues.com/neworleans

Manning’s Sports Bar & Grill is just the place for lovers of sports and great food. The restaurant is themed around Archie Manning’s sports career. Some of the fan favorite, shareable plates on the menu include jalapeno poppers and nachos. 519 Fulton St.,

504-593-8118, caesars.com

New Orleans Vampire Cafe is the favorite hangout for ghouls and goblins in the heart of the French Quarter. Sink your fangs into their shrimp and grits, fried deviled eggs, and even the Dracula Burger, which is half beef and half brisket. 801 Royal St.,

504-581-0801, nolavampirecafe.com

Nola's Wings and Things is Nola’s favorite eatery filled with a variety of foods. Nola's Wings and Things not only sells wings but different Cajun foods such as New Orleans gumbo. They offer other foods such as a spicy chicken sandwich and sliced roasted chicken breast. They want their customers to come to enjoy quality food without the fat.

7906 Earhart Blvd, 504-435-8117

Spudly’s Super Spuds is easily the best restaurant in the entire Greater New Orleans Area for baked potatoes. Anything from crawfish, chicken, chili, pepperoni, cauliflower, corned beef, and even veal is found in their potatoes. They also offer sandwiches. 2609

Harvard Ave., Metairie, 504-455-3250, spudlys.com

The Steakhouse at

Harrah’s pays tribute to the classic flavors of New Orleans while also offering unforgettable steaks. The restaurant has plenty of starters such as charred Gulf oysters and Louisiana BBQ shrimp. Pair your meal with any of their fantastic wines. 8

Canal St., 504-533-6111, caesars.com

Jimmy J’s Café is the funkiest place in New Orleans for all day breakfast. Their Cochon Panini and Beignet Sticks are perfect for brunch or supper. They also offer weekly food and drink specials like fried green tomatoes and Irish coffee. 115 Chartres St.,

504-309-9360, jimmyjscafe.com

Lakeview Harbor Restaurant & Bar is the best spot to grab burgers, po-boys, pizza, and seafood in a nautical setting. Feeling adventurous? Try the Mushroom Cheeseburger, Hot Sausage Poboy, Spinach & Artichoke Pizza, and Stuffed Catfish Platter. If you like watching sunsets on the lakefront while eating dinner, this is the right place. 8550 Pontchartrain Blvd., 504-486-

4887, facebook.com/lakeview.harbor

Legacy Kitchen Craft Tavern is known best for its refined American cuisine and creatively crafted cocktails. Their menu even has a few gluten-free options, such as the raw oysters. The Honey Old Fashioned is particularly great for sipping.

700 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-613-2350, legacykitchen.com

Legacy Kitchen Steak + Chop offers some of the best steaks on the Westbank. Whether you order the sirloin or tomahawk, you will be eating a great cut of meat. Steak + Chop’s other entrees are not to be missed. 91 Westbank Expy #51, Gretna, 504-513-2606, legacykitchen.com

ASIAN

Asia is a great place to dig into when you’re taking a break from the slots in Boomtown Casino. The menu features many different classic Chinese dishes like szechuan beef and lo mein noodles. You can also order a hot bowl of pho. 4132 Peters Rd., Harvey, 504-

366-7711, boomtownneworleans.com

Cho Thai serves some of the best Thai food you’ll find in New Orleans. Owned by Thailand native Chef Jimmy Cho, the menu, which features classics like pad thai, pork laab, and short rib khao soi noodle soup, is authentic and delicious. 3218 Magazine St., 504-381-4264,

chothairestaurant.com

BARS WITH GREAT FOOD

Bar Marilou is a stylish French-style bar that perfectly fits into the New Orleans drinking scene. Relax and sip on Bar Marilou’s creative cocktails, wine, or even their virgin cocktails. Enjoy a selection of small plates such as seared scallops and foie gras. 544 Carondelet St., 504-814-

7711, barmarilou.com

experience Louisiana cuisine with a Creole twist. Order New Orleans favorites like the shrimp and grits or get creative with the crawfish cavatappi pasta. Choose from Curio’s many different wines and beers that they offer. 301 Royal St.,

504-717-4198, curionola.com

Ernst Café has the distinction of being the oldest continually operating bar in the Warehouse District. The restaurant offers tasty dishes like jambalaya, gumbo, and all kinds of different sandwiches. Sip on craft cocktails like the Fulton 75 or the Ernst Cup. 600 S. Peters St.,

504-525-8544, ernstcafe.com

Flamingo A-Go-Go is New Orleans’ go-to destination for outdoor day drinking. Snack on one or two of their tasty appetizers like the galic the Sazerac. 501 Tchoupitoulas St.,

504-571-1818, peacockroomnola.com

Stumpy's Hatchet House has the perfect combination for a fun evening out: food and hatchets. Practice your throwing arm at the different private throwing pits Stumpy’s offers. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, grab some nachos or beer from their snack bar.

1200 Poydras St., 504-5772937, stumpyshh.com/neworleansla

Tracey’s Original Irish Channel Bar is a great place to hang out for St. Patrick’s Day. The bar has lots of different beer bottles on offer, so you’re bound to find your favorite there. Pair your beer with one of Tracey’s specialty po-boys. 2604

Magazine St., 504-897-5413, traceysnola.com

CAFE

Caffe! Caffe! is known for having a friendly atmosphere and serving quick and tasty lunches. Some of the refreshing lunch dishes that you can enjoy include the Grilled Caesar Pita and even their very own muffuletta. Come in early to enjoy the café’s breakfast items. Multiple

Locations, caffecaffe.com

Carmo is a unique café and bar that blends flavors from the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and beyond. The café is great for vegan customers, offering selections like vegan ceviche and Burmese tea leaf salad. They also offer delicious baked bread. 527 Julia St.,

504-875-4132, cafecarmo.com

The Ruby Slipper Cafe is noteworthy for their New Orleans twists on breakfast and brunch classics. Some of their amazing signature items include fried green tomatoes and Bananas Foster pain perdu. Start your morning off right with their award-winning Bloody Mary. Multiple Locations,

therubyslippercafe.net

Pizza Dominica

The Vintage is one of the best places on Magazine Street to grab a bite and people watch. Nibble on some of their traditional beignets or wrap your hands around their pressed sandwiches. If you don’t feel like getting coffee, sip on a glass of wine instead. 3121

Magazine St., 504-324-7144, thevintagenola.com

chicken parmesan bites or the pepperjack boudin bombers. Cool off with some of the bar’s on tap “flocktails.” 869 Magazine St., 504-577-2202,

flamingonola.com

The Jimani is a great late-night haunt for all things food, drinks, and sports. Not only do they have 100 different beers, they also make some great Chicago-style hot dogs. They also have some of the French Quarter’s strongest Jell-O shots. 141 Chartres St., 504-524-

0493, thejimani.com

Le Bon Temps Roule is where the good times roll in Uptown. Not only does this iconic New Orleans bar feature live music, it also hosts private parties. The bar features a menu of an array of hamburgers, sandwiches, and satisfying sides. 4801 Magazine St., 504-897-

3448, lbtrnola.com

Peacock Room, located in the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, has everything needed for a romantic night out. Pick on some elevated bar food like Crawtator Crushed Oysters and Cheewee Fries. You can also sip on many craft cocktails such as Willa Jean is the purest definition of “retro-chic.” Not only does the café serve coffee and alcohol, Willa Jean’s has a number of different Southerninspired, breakfast items to enjoy. Pick up something from their biscuit station or bite into their avocado toast. 611 O’Keefe Ave.,

504-509-7334, willajean.com

FRENCH

Café Degas is New Orleans’ longest running French bistro—for good reason. Café Degas’ lunch and dinner menus contain classic French dishes like frog legs, scallops, escargots, quiche, and much more. They also have Belgian waffles on their Brunch menu. 3127 Esplanade Ave.,

504-945-5635, cafedegas.com

ITALIAN

Domenica, located in the Roosevelt Hotel, has a menu that is firmly rooted in Italian traditions. They have amazing handmade pastas and Napolitano style pizzas. Compliment your

meal with an Italian wine or a seasonal craft cocktail. 123 Baronne St., 504-648-6020,

domenicarestaurant.com

Josephine Estelle focuses on seasonal ingredients that help blend classic Italian recipes with Southern flavors. Come and enjoy this interesting mix at any time of day. The seared scallops and the 48-hour braised beef short ribs are absolutely to die for. 600 Carondelet St.,

504-930-3070, josephineestelle.com

Mosca’s Restaurant is the best-known Italian restaurant in the Westbank and has been a favorite for over 60 years. All of Mosca’s entrée dishes are made-from-scratch and amazing. Go for their signature Oysters Mosca or the Chicken Cacciatore. 4137 US-90 W., Westwego, 504-

436-8950, moscasrestaurant.com

Nephew’s Ristorante has been serving authentic Sicilian dishes for many years. The menu is large and filled with tasty entrees like eggplant parmigiana and grilled rosemary chicken. They also offer frog legs, stuffed shrimp, and soft-shell crabs. 4445

W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, 504-5339998, nephewsristorante.com

Pascal’s Manale can accurately be considered a true New Orleans tradition. The restaurant’s biggest claim to fame is being the birthplace of the world-famous BBQ shrimp, prepared in the shell with a tangy and spicy sauce. They also have terrific steak dishes. 1838 Napoleon

Ave., 504-895 4877, pascalsmanale.com

Pizza Domenica is the best place to be in order to enjoy Italian classics in a lively atmosphere. All of their specialty gourmet pizzas are amazing and cooked in a custommade oven. Start off with the garlic knots and finish up with the lemon pound cake. Multiple

Locations, pizzadomenica.com

Red Gravy serves rustic Italian cuisine from recipes that have been passed down for generations. Some of Red Gravy’s small plates are unique like the arancini and zucchini fritters. The restaurant also does Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 4206 Magazine St., 504-

561-8844, redgravycafe.com

Tavolino Pizza & Lounge is definitely worth crossing the Crescent City Connection or taking the ferry to the Westbank. Located in picturesque Algiers Point, Tavolino specializes in thin crust pizzas like the Behrman Hwy and That’s a Spicy Meatball. 141 Delaronde St.,

Algiers, 504-605-3365, tavolinonola.com

Tommy’s Cuisine is where you need to be if you’re craving quality Creole Italian cuisine in the Warehouse District. Expect amazing pasta dishes like baked lasagna and fettuccini alfredo. Wash down all of Tommy’s delicious dishes with a glass of champagne. 746 Tchoupitoulas St.,

504-581-1103, tommyscuisine.com

Venezia specializes in home-style Italian cooking with a New Orleans flair. They have pizzas that are cooked in an original stone oven, as well other authentic cuisine such as chicken marsala. The restaurant is also a short walk from Angelo Brocato. 134 N. Carrollton Ave.,

504-488-7991, venezianeworleans.net

MEXICAN

Empanola is a bakery home to tasty empanadas. The dream of their bakery was to bring their South American empanadas to New Orleans. Their restaurant is Latin-inspired and Louisiana-influenced as they have become a local favorite. They also offer plenty of vegetarian options. 3109 Magazine St., 504-

582-9378, empanolaempanadas.com

Felipe’s Mexican Taqueria is home to some of the best margaritas and tacos in town, all offered with friendly service at an affordable price. If you want great tacos, choose from either the Mexico City Tacos, Baja Style, or the Gringos Tacos. Multiple Locations,

felipestaqueria.com

Mr. Tequila Bar & Grill located on Freret Street, dishes up some of the best Mexican cuisine in the city with a Tex-Mex twist. Grab a buddy or two and enjoy a refreshing tequila with delicious dishes like fajitas, tacos, quesadillas, and enchiladas. Don’t forget to order a side of chips with the Dip Trio. 5018 Freret St., 504-

766-9660, mrtequilanola.com

MIDDLE EASTERN

Lebanon’s Café has a reputation for being one of the top Middle Eastern restaurants in NOLA. You should expect to enjoy traditional Lebanese classics like tabouleh salad and much more. A perfect meal could be the chicken shawarma with baklava for dessert. 1500 S. Carrollton

Ave., 504-862-6200, lebanonscafe.com

Saj offers creatively contemporary Middle Eastern classics that are tasty and appealing. Consider getting one of their mashawi wood-fire grilled items, such as their lamb chops. All of the lunch platters come with the restaurant’s namesake saj bread. 4126 Magazine St., 504-

766-0049, sajnola.com

Shaya is a James Beard Award winning restaurant serving modern Israeli cuisine right in scenic Uptown. Shaya’s amazing hummus is a must. Make sure to sip on some of their craft cocktails or quality wines imported straight from Israel and Lebanon. 4213 Magazine St., 504-

891-4213, shayarestaurant.com

NEW ORLEANS CUISINE

Annunciation has a really excellent wine selection that goes great with any of the restaurant’s modern Creole and Southern dishes. Enjoy a number of upscale entrees like roasted duck. If you’re with your date, consider ordering pommes frites as an appetizer. 1016 Annunciation St., 504-568-

0245, annunciationrestaurant.com

Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop is truly NOLA’s one-stop-shop for great gumbo. You can get your gumbo with fried catfish, fried oysters, crabmeat, and so much more. Make sure to order some tasty sides such as cheesy mac and potato salad. 2309 N. Causeway Blvd., 504-

835-2022, gumbostop.com

Crescent City Brewhouse is unique in that it provides quality craft beers right in the French Quarter. Order a flight to enjoy samples of their pilsner, wheat beer, and other brews. Make sure to slurp down a dozen of their Louisiana raw oysters too. 527 Decatur St., 504-522-0571,

crescentcitybrewhouse.com

Evangeline is one of the French Quarter’s finest restaurants. New Orleans classics like gumbo and etouffee are all offered on the menu. If you go for weekend brunch, you’ll find interesting dishes like fried alligator and waffles and crab cake benedict. 329 Decatur St., 504-

373-4852, evangelineneworleans.com

Houmas House & Gardens contains three different restaurants that cater to your specific tastes and price range. Visit The Carriage House and enjoy some Louisiana ribs or turtle soup. Or maybe you want to be fancy and visit Latil’s Landing? 401336 LA-942, Darrow, 225-473-

9380, houmashouse.com

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Le Chat Noir is a brand-new New Orleans restaurant looking to make a splash. The restaurant will have you dancing with its many different drink selections. Whether you order an entrée or something from their oyster bar, you will be satisfied. 715 St. Charles Ave.,

504-381-0045, lechatnoirnola.com

Luke is a Creole-inspired brasserie that pays homage to restaurants that one would find in France and Germany. The restaurant’s raw bar offers some of the freshest Gulf seafood and oysters around. Enjoy the mussels with fries or the pork schnitzel. 333 St. Charles Ave.,

504-378-2840, lukeneworleans.com

Mandina’s Restaurant is a New Orleans favorite for both Italian classics and sumptuous seafood. Go for a special occasion and get the filet mignon. You can also order shrimp remoulade, crab fingers in wine sauce, and Gulf fish amandine with fries. 3800 Canal St.,

504-482-9179, mandinasrestaurant.com

Melba’s Poboys offers much more than just delicious po-boys. There are many different entrée plates to choose from such as shrimp and grits and the most affordable boiled crawfish in town. Melba’s also offers a lot of sides like gumbo and baked macaroni.

1525 Elysian Fields Ave., 504-267-7765, melbas.com

Mother’s Restaurant not only has the best baked ham in the world, but also some of the best red beans and rice in the Big Easy. They also have all day breakfast, so make sure to enjoy the crawfish etouffee omelet and the shrimp creole omelet. 401 Poydras St.,

504-523-9656, mothersrestaurant.net

New Orleans Creole Cookery offers one of the most beautiful spaces, both inside and outdoors, in the entire French Quarter. Consider ordering the massive Seafood Tower. This dish comes with crab maison, shrimp cocktail, and shrimp remoulade. 510 Toulouse St., 504-

524-9632, neworleanscreolecookery.com

Neyow’s Creole Café is an informal spot that is known best for its Creole-inspired dishes. Go for some of their NOLA classics such as chargrilled oysters and BBQ shrimp. Keep an eye out for their weekly specials and consider heading over for Sunday brunch. 3332 Bienville St.,

504-827-5474, neyows.com

Neyow’s XL offers more Neyow’s flavors in a more fine dining atmosphere. Some of the restaurant’s authentic Creole dishes include corn and crab bisque and jumbo crab cakes. Consider ordering the XL Hurricane, which is seven shots of Captain Morgan with different fruit juices. 3336 Bienville St., 504-503-1081,

xl.neyows.com

Nice Guys Bar & Grill truly serves up quality that you can taste. There are a ton of different dishes on Nice Guys’ menu that offer creative spins on classic cuisine. Try the Drunkin’ Wings coated with alcohol infused sauces. 7910 Earhart Blvd., 504-302-2404,

niceguysbarandgrillnola.com

Orleans Grapevine Wine Bar & Bistro offers an intimate atmosphere that is perfect for a date night. Double-cut pork chop is one of the wonderful dishes on offer. The restaurant has one of the largest bottled wine selections in the French Quarter. 720 Orleans Ave., 504-523-

1930, orleansgrapevine.com

Please U Restaurant will surely leave you pleased after you try some of their delicious food. The restaurant’s po-boy selection is absolutely massive with choices like chicken fried steak and so much more. They also offer all day breakfast. 1751 St. Charles Ave., 504-

525-9131, pleaseunola.com

Creole cuisine in a beautiful 19th century French-Creole building. The menu is very fancy, so expect elevated fare like torchon of foie gras, poached lobster ravioli, and scallop almandine.

301 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-299-9777, restaurantaugust.com

Short Stop Poboys has been dishing out tasty po-boys in Metairie since 1966. The restaurant has over 30 po-boys that customers can decide from. All of these po-boys come with your choice of a side from potato chips or even gumbo. 119 Transcontinental Dr., Metairie

504-885-4572, shortstoppoboysno.com

Willie Mae’s Scotch House has been going strong with its New Orleans fried chicken since 1957. Whether you get it fried, baked, or in a sandwich, Willie Mae’s chicken is some of the best in the city. Compliment that chicken with a multitude of different sides. Multiple Locations,

504-822-9503, williemaesnola.com

SEAFOOD

Bon Temps Boulet Seafood has a passion for not only boiled seafood, but also mouthwatering BBQ. For something absolutely amazing, order the 16-Hour Wagyu Brisket Po-boy, which comes with your choice of caviar ranch or horseradish sauce. 4701 Airline Dr., Metairie,

504-885-5003, bontempsboulets.com

Briquette is known for providing contemporary coastal cuisine in the French Quarter. The restaurant’s main attraction is their 18-foot seafood display of fresh fish. Enjoy from a wide selection of dishes like the caramelized sea scallops. 701 S. Peters St.,

504-302-7496, briquette-nola.com

Casamento’s Restaurant has been serving some of the best New Orleans style seafood since 1919. Known best for their oysters, other fabulous menu items include crab claws and fried catfish. The restaurant has been featured on numerous TV shows. 4330 Magazine St.,

504-895-9761, casamentosrestaurant.com

Felix’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar has been a true French Quarter staple for more than 70 years. Their oysters are the restaurant’s main draw, but Felix’s also has delicious turtle soup and more. Their Lakefront, Gulfport, and Mandeville locations also feature live music every week. Multiple Locations, felixs.com

The Galley Seafood is more than just a great local seafood restaurant. A number of different appetizers are available for your whole party to enjoy. Try some of the house specials like paneed veal and white beans and rice.

2535 Metairie Rd., Metairie, 504-832-0955, thegalleyseafood.net

Legacy Kitchen’s Tacklebox not only has a great oyster bar, but also provides quality Southern comfort food. Order the NOLA Classic Trio, which is gumbo, jambalaya, and red beans and rice. They also offer a daily brunch with items such as a Bananas Foster Waffle.

817 Common St., 504-827-1651, legacykitchen.com

Seaworthy is the perfect place to relax and enjoy quality, hand-crafted cocktails with fresh oysters. Mussels, crabmeat dip, and fried Gulf shrimp are just a few of the dishes on offer. Make sure to also get the banana bread pudding for dessert. 630 Carondelet St.,

504-930-3071, seaworthynola.com

Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco will make you feel like you’ve been transported to the beautiful cities of Lima or Cusco. All of their Peruvian specialties are amazing, especially the ceviches. Try their classic pisco sour or one of the many different beers. 5015 Magazine St., 504-267-7612,

titoscevichepisco.com