Our Favorite Spots
Cafe Du Monde French Market
Famous for a reason! Beignets for breakfast are a must, especially if it's your first time to New Orleans.
Galatoires
A favorite of Alixe and Nat's. A classic New Orleans institution and cultural dining destination - french creole cuisine with dedicated waiters who have been there for decades. Request downstairs seating. Note, jackets are required for men.
Stanley of New Orleans
One of our favorite spots in the Quarter for casual breakfast or lunch, right off Jackson Square. Great bloodies!
Pêche Seafood Grill
Great for lunch or dinner, Peche is an approachable and happenin seafood centric spot. Lots of raw options.
Commander's Palace
Local favorite known for refined Creole fare located in the Garden District (10 min. drive from the quarter). Very fun and festive for lunch, often with live Jazz musicians. Alixe grew up across the street from this beloved spot!
Arnaud's
Classic upscale New Orleans dining spot. Best for dinner or Sunday brunch.
Brennan's
New Orleans institution - great for big lunch or dinner. Birthplace of bananas foster!
Herbsaint
Refined, airy spot for fine dining on lower St. Charles Avenue. Great for lunch or dinner.
Cane and Table
Eclectic Caribbean fusion restaurant with creative small/large plates and fun cocktails. One of Alixe's favorite spots that flies more under-the-radar. Located in the Quarter.
Restaurant R'evolution
Swanky hotel restaurant with an expansive menu of creole cuisine, cocktails and wine.
Sylvain
Upscale gastropub a fun menu, buzzy vibe and something for everyone. Centrally located in the Quarter.
Justine
A French Quarter take on a Parisian brasserie, Justine is a hip, French spot with excellent craft cocktails. Centrally located in the Quarter.
Antoine's Restaurant
Old school, fine Creole dining institution. The birthplace of Oysters Rockefeller!
Lilette
Sophisticated Uptown spot (10 min. from quarter), loved by locals. Great for dinner or for lunch, if you want to shop around on Magazine street before or after.
La Petite Grocery
Another locally-loved Uptown spot, situated on a cute corner that once housed a grocery. Excellent food and great for lunch/dinner. 10-15 minute ride from the Quarter.
Saba
Uptown spot (15 min from quarter) with noteworthy middle eastern food. Fun, buzzy atmosphere and well situated on Magazine street.
Clancy's Restaurant
Local favorite, Clancy's has been an uptown establishment since the 1940's. Much like the simple, white-washed main dining room, the menu is classic, no-frills Creole. Famous for their lemon icebox pie dessert. Uptown near the park (15-20 minute ride from the Quarter).
Bywater American Bistro
Seasonal, American restaurant in the Bywater (neighborhood behind the French Quarter) with focus on local produce.
GW Fins
Creative menu of seafood in an upscale warehouse space. Good spot for upscale dining in an approachable and fun setting. Centrally located in the French Quarter
Paladar 511
Sleek industrial restaurant serving pasta, pizzas and seasonal sides. Best for dinner.
Bacchanal Fine Wine Bar
Fun and funky indoor/outdoor bar with live music, eclectic wines and cocktails, and creative small bites. Located in the Bywater, a funky neighborhood 10 minutes from the French Quarter.
August
August is a Contemporary Creole restaurant creating unique dishes with a focus on Louisiana ingredients and inspired by classical training. Ultra fine dining and a limited but impressive menu. Located in the Central Business District ("CBD") about 5 mins from the quarter.
Frenchmen Street
Popular live music destination for locals and in-the-know visitors, short walk from the french quarter.
The National WWII Museum
We highly recommend a visit to the National WWII museum. Located in the Warehouse district (5 min from the quarter), you should plan to spend at least two hours here.
Shopping on Magazine Street
Shopping on Magazine Street (Garden District and Uptown, about 10 minute drive from the quarter) is a fun way to spend an afternoon and see lots of local boutiques.
Walking Tour
There are several excellent walking tours throughout the French Quarter and Garden District. The Garden District is more residential and filled with beautiful architecture, old historic homes, and interesting cemeteries. Tours specialize in all sorts of things, including: -food and cocktails -music -history -ghosts / haunted -architecture -cemeteries