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April 15, 2023
New Orleans, LA

Caroline & Thomas

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We're so excited to share Nola's magic with you! We've listed some of our go-to spots from our time in the Crescent City and why they're our favorite. xo, C+T

Atchafalaya

901 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115
, (504) 891-9626

Louisiana fare and the best Pimm's cup in town (Roxy's favorite!) Recommended for brunch.

Willa Jean

611 O'Keefe Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70113
, (504) 509-7334

Southern eats for breakfast or lunch. Beyoncé eats here!

Cafe Beignet on Royal Street

334 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 524-5530

Pro tip: skip the line at Cafe du Monde and opt for a warm beignet and café au lait at at Tom's favorite spot.

BEARCAT- Central Business District or Uptown

845 Carondelet Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 766-7399

Farm to table breakfast or lunch with vegan and vegetarian options.

Verti Marte

1201 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
, (504) 525-4767

Don't let the fact that this is a convenience store fool you. Hit the back counter for the best po' boy in all of New Orleans and therefore the world (cash only!). Thomas and Caroline met actual vampires here once.

The Elysian Bar

2317 Burgundy Street, New Orleans, LA 70117

A hidden gem of a bar & cafe inside Hotel Peter and Paul. Unique and ecclesiastical vibes for cocktails and small plates. Don't miss this one!

Turkey and the Wolf

739 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 218-7428

So... we like sandwiches. Insanely good hipster spot in Lower Garden District. Caroline lives for the Smoked Ham Sandwich.

Shaya

4213 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
, (504) 891-4213

World famous chef, the best pita Caroline and Thomas have ever had, and a variety of great Israeli dishes. C +T love to bring their families here!

Jacques-Imo's

8324 Oak Street, New Orleans, LA 70118
, (504) 861-0886

Alligator Cheesecake, you can't get it anywhere else. The most New Orleans restaurant in New Orleans, a date night favorite of C and T. They don't accept reservations, so be prepared to have a drink while you wait for a table.

San Lorenzo at Hotel Saint Vincent

1507 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 350-2430

Caroline's favorite spot for espresso martinis! Elizabeth's Street Cafe next door serves French Vietnamese that does not disappoint!

Pêche Seafood Grill

800 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 522-1744

Thomas and Caroline celebrated their first anniversary here. Amazing servers, impeccable wine, great seafood, oysters especially.

Maypop

611 O'Keefe Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70113
, (504) 518-6345

Southern Asian fusion. Caroline and Thomas went here more than any other non-bar establishment in New Orleans.

Surrey's Café & Juice Bar

1418 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 524-3828

BYOB brunch and the oldest juice bar in New Orleans. The OJ is worth every penny!

SAFFRON NOLA

4128 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
, (504) 323-2626

Elevated Indian cuisine. The oyster & naan is a crowd pleaser! Located on historic Magazine street, the area is packed full with cool boutiques and shops. One of New Orleans' most well-known dive bars, Miss Mae's is down the street (cash only though!).

Seaworthy

630 Carondelet Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 930-3071

Situated in a Creole Cottage built in 1832, Seaworthy has great cocktails and seafood.

The Tchoup Yard

405 Third Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Thomas used to be the bouncer here, so you know they have the highest of standards. Relaxed outdoor bar with beers served in ice cold chalices. If you are in need of a snack, their crunchwrap supreme slaps.

Justine

225 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 218-8533

French fare conveniently located in the French Quarter. Fun for brunch or dinner, but make a reservation!

Hot Tin

2031 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 323-1500

While New Orleans isn't known for its city skyline, this the the best spot to check out the view and enjoy a rooftop cocktail. Located on the top floor of Hotel Ponchartrain.

The Carousel Bar & Lounge

214 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 523-3341

The only carousel you have to be 21 to ride! Voted one the world's top 20 bars by Vogue Living and favorited by Hemmingway, Faulkner, Capote, and many other celebrities since the 70's. Grab a a cocktail at the one of a kind rotating bar!

Fritzel's European Jazz Pub

733 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
, (504) 586-4800

Thomas and Caroline's first date! The only place to see classic three-piece, French jazz.

Urban South Brewery

1645 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
, (504) 267-4852

C+T's favorite brewery in the Lower Garden District.

The Cats Meow

701 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
, (504) 523-2788

Rowdy karaoke joint any time of the day! One of the very few Bourbon Street establishments we endorse.

Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits

600 Poland Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70117
, (504) 948-9111

A bit off the beaten path, but a quintessential date night spot. Wine-&-cheese store featuring globally accented small plates & live music on the back patio. Nola backyard feels!

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