TD Seafood & Pho House

Mikimoto in Mid-City has some of the freshest and most inventive sushi in town. Their signature rolls such as the lobster tempura and Mikimoto special, are always a hit, but their chicken udon and Mai Thais are just as great of a choice. 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., 504-488-1881, mikimotosushi.com

TD Seafood & Pho House serves deliciously authentic Vietnamese cuisine and spicy boiled seafood. This casual eatery on the Westbank features varieties of pho and an inhouse speciality—crawfish boiled with garlic butter or Khong sauce. 1028 Manhattan Blvd, (504) 302-1727, tdseafoodphohouse.com

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