Restaurant Guide

AMERICAN

Bub’s NOLA is New Orleans’s go to spot for the most delicious smash burgers and French fries in the city. You can order the standard Bub Burger or branch out and go for the Bub Royale, Peanut Bubber, or the Impossible Burger. All of Bub’s sandwiches come served on tasty brioche buns.

4413 Banks St., bubsnola.com

Bud’s Broiler is a local chain of burger joints that have served charcoal-broiled burgers and shakes in New Orleans since 1952. The menu features a variety of hamburgers and cheeseburgers as well as hot dogs, chicken, and specialty po-boys. A separate seafood menu features shrimp, catfish, and combo plates. Multiple Locations, budsbroiler.com

Chicken & Watermelon serves over 80 flavors of chicken wings, as well as refreshing watermelon punch. Some of its best flavors include BBQ, Yaka-mein, Cajun Ranch, Teriyaki, Garlic Parmesan, and Lemon Pepper. There is also a separate menu for seafood, which includes the fish combo, fish bites, tuna sandwich, or tuna combo.

Multiple Locations, boogiebird.com

Crescent City Brewhouse is the French Quarter’s premier and best microbrewery. Try one of the brewhouse’s delicious in-house beers such as the Red Stallion, Black Forest, and Creole Alt. Make sure to also order one of the restaurant’s mouthwatering burgers or try the weekend oyster bars.

527 Decatur St., 504-522-0571, crescentcitybrewhouse.com

football? Make sure to come hungry and order the fried oysters or the St. Louis-style spare ribs. 519

Fulton St., 504-593-8118, caesars.com

MISA is on a mission to bring chicness to the New Orleans restaurant scene. With a menu highlighting flavors from Italy, North Africa, the Middle East, India, and more, this restaurant is truly one-of-akind. Choose small plates like Avocado Bruschetta and main courses like the Moroccan Fish. 4734

Magazine St., 504-510-2791, misanola.com

New Orleans Vampire Cafe is worth risking your neck for. Make sure to “stake” out the Dracula Burger, which is half brisket and ground beef topped with arugula, blue cheese, chilli pepper sauce, and onion/bacon jam. Stop for breakfast bites like shrimp and grits, as well as Sunday brunches with bottomless mimosas. 801 Royal St.,

504-581-0801, nolavampirecafe.com

The Steakhouse at Harrah’s is the perfect place to unwind when you need a break from the slots on date night. Enjoy filet mignon, ribeye, or prime New York strip. The pan seared crab cakes, charred oysters, and the BBQ shrimp are also not to be missed.

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

Gattuso’s Neighborhood Restaurant is located in beautiful and historic Old Gretna. In addition to a well-stocked bar and live music nights, Gattuso’s menu contains mouthwatering bar food. Order Crescent City Brew Pub anything from po-boys and wraps to filet mignon and grilled salmon or tuna. 435

Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, 504-368-1114, gattusos.net

Lakeview Harbor, home of Lakeview’s famous original burger, has an extensive menu, so you’re guaranteed to find a dish that you will absolutely love. Choose from a wide variety of breakfast items, seafood dishes, appetizers, salads, po-boys, and wraps. Come hungry and leave full and satisfied. 8550 Pontchartrain Blvd.,

504-486-4887, lakeviewharbor.us

Legacy Kitchen Craft Tavern prides itself on its refined American cuisine. From breakfast classics like crawfish queso to pecan smoked chicken wings, you are guaranteed to find your next favorite meal on the menu. Enjoy daily brunches with items like fried chicken and waffles, as well as crawfish and egg beignets. 700 Tchoupitoulas St.,

504-613-2350, legacykitchen.com

Legacy Kitchen Steak + Chop provides fine dining to its loyal customers on the Westbank. You can order different cuts of steak, appetizers like crawfish cornbread and chargrilled oysters, or build your own burgers. Don’t miss out on ordering the chicken and waffles with pepper jelly. 91 Westbank Expy #51,

Gretna, 504-513-2606, legacykitchen.com

Manning’s Sports Bar & Grill is the place to be for the next big game. With over 30 flat screen TVs, unique sports memorabilia, and over 20 different beers on tap, what better place is there to watch Willa Jean is the definition of Southern comfort. Using fresh, local ingredients, the restaurant/bakery is best known for its delicious biscuits, which you can get with fried chicken, sausage gravy, seasonal jam, and more. Toasts and sandwiches are also available, as are many different brews of coffee.

611 O’Keefe Ave., 504-509-7334, willajean.com ASIAN

Maypop brings the rich flavors of Southeast Asia to New Orleans. Established by Chef Michael Gulotta, the menu features Asian fusion dishes like crawfish etouffee curry and smoked duck ham with cashew butter sticky rice. You can also order craft cocktails like the Bangkok Mule or Sazerac Du Roi.

611 O’Keefe Ave., 504-518-6345, maypoprestaurant.com

Mikimoto has been providing Uptown NOLA with authentic Japanese food for over 20 years. If you’re a fan of sushi rolls, then Mikimoto has you covered with over 50 different kinds that you can choose from. Grab your chopsticks and dig into teriyaki, udon dishes, and an assortment of appetizers like gyoza and edamame. 3301 S. Carrollton Ave.,

504-488-1881, mikimotosushi.com

MoPho is an Asian fusion spot for Vietnamese dishes with a Creole influence. The pho is served in several options: the veggie bowl, beef broth, or fowl broth. A separate submenu has po-boys such as: fried shrimp po-boy with chisesi ham or sloppy roast duck po-boy with banana barbecue sauce. 514 City Park Ave.,

504-482-6845, mophonola.com

BARS WITH GREAT FOOD

Rendon Inn has been Uptown’s favorite neighborhood bar since 1933. Select from a variety of bourbon, rum, tequila, scotch, and craft cocktails like Old Fashioned, Sazerac, French 75, and Manhattan. Bite into some of Rendon Inn’s boudin, fried onion strings, and different sandwiches and poboys. 4501 Eve St., 504-218-7106, rendoninn.

com

Rivershack Tavern is located adjacent to the Mississippi River and is truly a sight to behold. From the tacky ashtrays to the funky bar stools, Rivershack oozes personality. Enjoy a multitude of different burgers, po-boys, and deli sandwiches, as well as appetizers like alligator sausage and garbage fries. 3449 River Rd.,

504-834-4938, rivershacktavern.com

Rum & the Lash, which is located inside Mick’s Irish Pub, offers a menu of bar food with Southern flavors. For appetizers, order either the fries, curry fries, or wings. For entrees, order either the burger, veggie burger, chicken sandwich, or R&L salad. You won’t leave disappointed! 4801 Bienville St.,

504-482-9113, facebook.com/

RumandtheLash.

Stumpy's Hatchet House is the go to place to hone your axe throwing skills. Stumpy’s is the perfect place to bring your friends or have your next bachelorette party. Located in the CBD next to Dave & Buster’s, enjoy cold drinks and bites such as hot dogs and nachos at Stumpy’s in-house dining area. 1200 Poydras St.,

504-577-2937, stumpyshh.com/ neworleansla

Vitascope Hall, inside the Hyatt Regency

Hotel, is a perfect gathering spot to enjoy drinks, snacks, and sports on one of many big-screen TVs. Vitascope Hall serves fresh Louisiana seafood and sushi, along with an array of options that include burgers, pizzas, sandwiches, soups, and salads. 601

Loyola Ave., 504-561-1234, neworleans. regency.hyatt.com

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CAFE

Bearcat Café is a daytime café with a variety of comfort food, artisanal coffee, and teas. Have the crab croquette with crawfish, tasso, and green onion remoulade, the hot chicken sandwich with pimento, the BBQ pasta with shrimp, portobello, tomato, and corn, or the pork chops with bacon jam, sweet potato, and mushroom. Multiple Locations,

bearcatcafe.com

Caffe Caffe is a café and coffeehouse that serves gourmet coffee, pastries, and a variety of breakfast and lunch food. Order the specialty breakfast platter of scrambled eggs, bacon, or sausage with grits, biscuits, and bacon. You can also get salads and soups, as well as sandwiches like grilled chicken and shrimp remoulade. Multiple Locations,

caffecaffe.com

Carmo is a gem that mixes international elements from Southeast Asia, West Africa, the Caribbean, and South America to create its one-of-a-kind dishes. Some of these include ceviche, trifongo, and a wide arrangement of seafood dishes as well. Make sure to also order one of the many tropical cocktails.

527 Julia St., 504-875-4132, cafecarmo.com

Riccobono's Panola Street Cafe has been a NOLA Uptown staple since opening in 1998. The café is famous for its hearty breakfasts, which include favorites like Crabcake Benedict, Crawfish Sauté Omelet, and Huevos Rancheros. If you need a little extra to wake up, the café also offers Irish coffee and other breakfast cocktails. 7801 Panola St.,

504-314-1810, panolastreetcafe.com

FRENCH

Cafe Degas is a NOLA gem and, since 1986, is the longest running French bistro in the city. Order exquisite dishes like broiled escargots, seared hanger steak, quiche, and a cheese and fruit plate. If you’re thirsty, Cafe Degas offers $5 mimosa and sparkling wine on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. 3127

Esplanade Ave., 504-945-5635, cafedegas.com

ITALIAN

The Crazy Italian Pizzeria has classic Italian fare that is crazy delicious. From fried ravioli and caprese salad to calzones and bolognese pasta, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to Naples. Save room for some mouthwatering desserts like cannolis, tiramisu, Italian almond cake, and now gelato!

206 W. Harrison Ave., 504-766-7914, thecrazyitalianpizzeria.com

Elle-J’s pridefully brings the Lakeview area quality Italian cuisine, seafood, and steaks with the help of its friendly staff. Some of the specialty Italian dishes include oysters signorelli, lasagna, and veal or chicken parmigiana, marsala, and picatta. You also can’t go wrong with the Fresh Fish Basilico or the Drum on the Halfshell.

900 Harrison Ave., 504-459-2262, ellejslakeview.com

Josephine Estelle is a magnificent osteria run by award winning chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman. The restaurant specializes in Italian favorites such as veal, arancini, and many different types of pasta. Come in for brunch, lunch, dinner, or even Aperitivo “Happy” Hour and enjoy what this spot has to offer. 600 Carondelet St.,

504-930-3070, josephineestelle.com

Mid City Pizza is the perfect place to grab a slice during the summer. A number of different types of pizza are available, such as Hawaiian, T-Bird Special, and the Mid City Meat Monster. Customize your pizza by adding your own toppings. Appetizers, salads, and build-your-own calzones are also available. Multiple

Locations, midcitypizza.com

Nephew’s Ristorante continues NOLA’s tradition of providing delicious Italian and Sicilian cuisine to locals and tourists alike. Founded by Chef Frank

Catalanotto, some of the traditional dishes on the menu include pasta bordelaise, veal parmigiana, and spiedini. Leave some room for a spumone and cappuccino! 4445 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie,

504-533-9998, nephewsristorante.com

some of the best hummus and shawarma around. The menu is extensive with appetizers like falafel, tabouleh, and kibby to tasty entrees like lamb shank and gyro. 1500 S. Carrollton Ave.,

504-862-6200, lebanonscafe.com

Saj provides modern Middle Eastern food in the Big Easy. Saj’s food is served family style and includes wonderful selections like kufta, baba ganouj, and mashawi wood fire grilled lamb chops and gulf shrimp. The restaurant is BYOB, so bring over some drinks and have an excellent dinner at Saj with your family and friends! 4126 Magazine St.,

504-766-0049, sajnola.com

Pascal’s Manale has been in New Orleans for over 100 years! Not only is all of the food incredible, Pascal’s Manale is also the birthplace of the worldrenowned New Orleans BBQ Shrimp. With Creole/ Italian dishes like turtle soup and crab cakes, you’ll know exactly why Pascal’s Manale has thrived for so long. 1838 Napoleon Ave., 504-895 4877,

pascalsmanale.com

Red Gravy serves delicious East Coast-style Italian fare right on Magazine Street. Select from the bruschetta, coteletta bolognese, and mussels. Red Gravy offers different types of NYC bagels for brunch, all served with a side of seasoned greens, and delicious desserts like the Cannoli Skillet Cake and the Brulee French Toast. 4206 Magazine St.,

504-561-8844, redgravycafe.com

Tavolino Pizza & Lounge is a casual Italian restaurant located right on Algiers Point. Come for the 13-inch, thin crust pizzas and stay for the fried gorgonzola stuffed olives. Tavolino’s caprese salad with burrata cheese, as well as the chicken liver pate, shouldn’t be passed up on. 141 Delaronde

St., Algiers, 504-605-3365, instagram.com/tavolinonola

Venezia is a family friendly establishment that has served classic Italian fare with a New Orleans flare since 1957. Some house specialties include spaghetti with Italian sausage and fresh fish almondine. The restaurant also has several types of pizza. At Venezia, there is something for everyone.

134 N. Carrollton Ave., 504-488-7991, venezianeworleans.net

MEXICAN

Carreta’s Grill is a festive Mexican restaurant that serves jumbo margaritas. Order the “El Pepito” with carne asada or grilled chicken with rice, beans, and pico de gallo, or the “Los Rancheros” with two over easy eggs and a strip of carne asada, a corn tortilla, rice, beans, and pico de gallo. Multiple Locations,

carretasgrillrestaurant.com

MIDDLE EASTERN

Lebanon’s Café is NOLA’s top spot for great tasting Mediterranean/Middle Eastern cuisine. Run by chef and owner Hussain Sheereef, Lebanon’s has

NEW ORLEANS CUISINE

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Akasia’s Cafe, which is also home to Let Us Cater For You, is owned by Culinary Queens of New Orleans founder Akasia Lee. The cafe’s menu has delicious burgers such as the Ghetto Burger and the BS Night Life Burger, as well as chargrilled oysters. You can also get fried chicken, fish, ribs, and shrimp baskets.

5600 Westbank Expy., Marrero, 504-345-2563, letuscaterforyou.org

Annunciation is the perfect place to relax and enjoy Cajun and Creole specialties after a long day at the office. Enjoy a craft cocktail like the Catherine the Great with one of many delicious oyster dishes, such as Oysters Rockerfeller, fried oysters, Oysters en Brochette, and oyster and artichoke soup. 1016 Annunciation St.,

504-568-0245, annunciationrestaurant.com

Bywater Brew Pub is a recent addition to the Bywater culinary scene, but it’s already making waves! This full-scale brewery and restaurant mixes Cajun, Vietnamese, and Gastropub flavors. Try the yaka mein, Phởritto, or the Bánh Mì Burger. Save room for the ube bread pudding ice cream sundae. 3000 Royal St.

504-766-8118, bywaterbrewpub.com

Cafe 615 (Home of Da Wabbit) has been a Gretna hit since 1948 with its iconic Bugs Bunny themed sign. In addition to the famous Da Wabbit Burger, the restaurant serves unique dishes like crabmeat stuffed fish and bacon wrapped pork medallions. Find weekly specials like rabbit and white beans. 615 Kepler St., Gretna,

504-365-1225, cafe615.com

Chef Ron’s Gumbo Shop has some of the best comfort food that you’ll find in Louisiana. Try the award-winning seafood gumbo, which contains crabmeat, crawfish, shrimp, tomato, and okra. Make sure to get the fried shrimp po-boy, boudin balls, fried green tomatoes, and the oyster platter. 2309 N. Causeway Blvd.,

504-835-2022, gumbostop.com

Evangeline is known for serving some of the finest cuisines in NOLA. Named after the famous poem about the Expulsion of the Acadians, Evangeline is sure to please with scratch-cooked Cajun/Creole goodies like crawfish etouffee, gumbo, and more. Have a local beer in the restaurant’s courtyard dining area. 329 Decatur St.,

504-373-4852, evangelineneworleans.com

Mandina’s Restaurant serves large portions of Italian and homestyle Creole seafood dishes. Some entrees include fried shrimp with fries and grilled catfish with boiled potatoes and string beans. From the Italian Specials submenu, there are meatballs and spaghetti, veal parmesan and spaghetti, and chicken parmesan and spaghetti. 3800 Canal St.,

504-482-9179, mandinasrestaurant.com

Mother’s Restaurant originated in 1938 as a hangout for Marines and has since become a New Orleans favorite. Not only does Mother’s have the “world’s best baked ham,” the restaurant is also proudly known for its red beans and rice and bread pudding. Be careful, it might be better than your mother’s cooking. 401 Poydras St.,

504-523-9656, mothersrestaurant.net

MRB Bar & Kitchen is a great place to grab a bite while enjoying the French Quarter. MRB hosts live music daily in their courtyard. Check out their signature cocktails, frozen drinks, wine, and over 100+ local and craft beers. Sip fantastic drinks while biting into sandwiches, appetizers, or MRB’s famous grits bowls. 515 St. Philip St.,

504-524-2558, mrbnola.com

New Orleans Creole Cookery is another successful restaurant launched by New Orleans’s famous Tusa culinary family. Expect many specialty Creole favorites sure to leave you satisfied. Order the Creole pasta, the pecan crusted redfish, or the chargrilled oysters for a true taste of New Orleans. 510 Toulouse St., 504-524-

9632, neworleanscreolecookery.com

Neyow’s Creole Café is an informal joint that specializes in Creole and Southern-inspired cuisine and cocktails. The restaurant serves a variety of entrees like fried chicken, pork chops, and shrimp Short Stop Poboys has been providing po-boys to Metairites since 1966. If you’re craving poboys, then Short Stop has you covered with over 30 different kinds. Order a multitude of sides like gumbo, jambalaya, sweet potato fries, and a variety of flavored potato chips.

119 Transcontinental Dr., Metairie 504-885-4572, shortstoppoboysno.com

Trenasse is the passion project of owner and chef Jim Richard, who’s originally from Lafayette. Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, Trenasse will impress you with its menu selections like Louisiana crawfish pie, fried brie burger, and duck confit lettuce wraps. The restaurant also has oysters “all days, all ways.”

444 St. Charles Ave., 504-6807000, trenasse.com

Willie Mae’s Scotch House is a famous familyowned spot that has served soul food in New Orleans since 1957. The entrees include classic fried chicken, baked chicken, and the Willie Mae chicken sandwich. Keep an eye out for Willie Mae’s the next time you visit the Pythian Market. Multiple

Locations, williemaesnola.com

SEAFOOD

Briquette is housed in the former Rodd Brothers Molasses Refinery, which dates from the 1800s. The restaurant is best known for its 18-foot-long seafood display. Choose from a multitude of seafood specialties like Caramelized Sea Scallops and Lump Crabmeat Napoleon to Halibut Fillet and Redfish on the Half Shell. 701 S. Peters St.,

504-302-7496, briquette-nola.com

Seaworthy is all about providing New Orleans with quality seafood. Mussels, scallops, Gulf shrimp, and oysters from the Gulf, East, and West Coasts are only some of the many different options available. Make sure to save room for a chocolate ricotta cheesecake or an apple hand pie for dessert.

630 Carondelet St., 504-930-3071, seaworthynola.com

Orleans Grapevine

creole. With even more pastas, seafood, and poboys also available, the options at Neyow’s make it more than worth your visit. 3332 Bienville St.,

504-827-5474, neyows.com

Spahr’s Seafood, where catfish is king, is known for its Cajun and Creole Italian dishes. Choose from Spahr’s certified Louisiana wild seafood options like catfish chips, softshell crabs, and the shrimp platter. With several locations, you’re bound to get truly great flavors from Spahr’s Cajun comfort food. Multiple Locations,

spahrsseafood.com

Orleans Grapevine is quality local wine bar. Housed in an early 1800s two story building, enjoy sipping on a glass of wine while dining on small plates like baked brie, angus medallions, shrimp remoulade, or a finely assorted cheese board. Ahi tuna and filet steaks are also available as entrees. 720 Orleans Ave.,

504-523-1930, orleansgrapevine.com

Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco is the perfect place for something unique and flavorful. Specializing in Peruvian cuisine, start with any of Tito’s fresh ceviches, but the culinary adventure continues. With appetizers like grilled octopus and entrees like Lomo Saltado, it will transport you to Peru. 5015 Magazine St., 504-267-7612,

titoscevichepisco.com

Please U Restaurant has been pleasing Uptown since 1946. They specialize in traditional New Orleans plates like gumbo, seafood platters, and red beans and rice. Please U is also well known for its all-day breakfast menu, which includes French toast, Belgian waffles, and a variety of omelets.

1751 St. Charles Ave., 504-525-9131, pleaseunola.com

The Galley Seafood is Metairie’s one stop shop for quality seafood. The restaurant’s soft-shell crab poboy and the catfish filet po-boy have been served at Jazz Fest since 1977. Catch a live concert via DVD from their collection while enjoying great boiled seafood. 2535 Metairie Rd., Metairie

504-832-0955, thegalleyseafood.net