Madeline & Evan

Things To Do

The Wedding Website of Madeline Smith and Evan Charest

I'm sure you can tell that we love to eat and drink! It's one of the many reasons we chose the city of New Orleans to host our wedding. Listed from West to East, below are some of our favorite bars, restaurants, and activities we thought you might enjoy while you're visiting!

St. Charles Streetcar Line

New Orleans

Take a Streetcar ride down the St. Charles route and see historic New Orleans mansions, a tunnel of Live Oaks, Loyola and Tulane Universities, and Audubon Park. Follow the link to download the Le Pass app to easily pay fares.

Audubon Park

6500 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70118

Take a stroll through this gorgeous park to view oak trees, lagoons, and more!

Domilise's Po-Boy & Bar

5240 Annunciation Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

One of our first stops when we get to New Orleans. If you've never had a Po Boy, you had better get over there. Family owned and operated since 1918.

Cure

4905 Freret Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

Evan's favorite cocktail bar in New Orleans. This gem pioneered the craft cocktail resurgence in the crescent city. 2018 James Beard Award Winner - Outstanding Bar Program.

Columns

3811 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115

Sip Cocktails on the patio and enjoy beautiful St. Charles Ave.

Turkey and the Wolf

739 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

A playful, daytime spot for delicious off the wall fare. 2019 James Beard Nominee - Best Chef South.

Hot Tin

2031 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

For STUNNING views of the city, visit this rooftop bar located in the Pontchartrain Hotel.

The National WWII Museum

945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Designated by Congress as the official WWII museum of the United States, The National WWII Museum is located in downtown New Orleans.

Cochon Restaurant

930 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Traditional Cajun food in the Warehouse District. Excellent for lunch or dinner. Evan and Madeline had lunch here before a friends wedding to prepare for the debauchery of the evening festivities. They suggest you do the same.

Herbsaint

701 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

Contemporary French-Southern cuisine in the warehouse district. Eater National Best Restaurants in America.

Brothers Food Mart

148 Carondelet Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

It's 1am. Where are the Bride and Groom? Here. Praying to God they haven't run out of chicken. Don't judge a book by it's cover. The fried chicken here is a religious experience.

Galatoire's

209 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

A French Quarter Staple since 1905.

French 75 Bar

813 Bienville Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

Inspired by France, but profoundly New Orleans, The French 75 Bar is dedicated to making the finest cocktails with the highest quality ingredients and spirits. Enjoy the way it was intended: with cognac and champagne. 2017 James Beard Award - Outstanding Bar Program

Beachbum Berry's Latitude 29

321 North Peters Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

There's no way Evan would allow a recommendations list without a Tiki Bar! This is one of his favorites.

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

425 Basin Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

Honoring New Orleans’ rich history, the Official Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 guides you through the tombs of the city’s most famous and infamous historical figures. Tickets must be booked in advance.

Erin Rose

811 Conti Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

FROZEN. IRISH. COFFEE. Grab one in a go cup and wander the quarter.

Brennan's

417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

A French Quarter Staple since 1946 serving creole cuisine.

Jewel of the South

1026 Saint Louis Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

Jewel of the South is a classic New Orleans tavern, reimagined. 2022 Best Restaurant Bar in America - Tales of the Cocktail

Peychaud's

727 Toulouse Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

A timeless French Quarter cocktail bar off the breathtaking courtyard of the Hotel Maison De Ville.

Bar Tonique

820 North Rampart Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

A bartenders bar. Unpretentious vibes with craft quality. Madeline took her sister, Courtenay, here during her Bachelorette Party.

Café Du Monde

800 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

This is obviously touristy. Dare we say cheesy? None the less, Madeline believes that once in every person's life they should brave the long line, choke on powdered sugar, and gaze on the beauty of Jackson Square.

Cane and Table

1113 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

Rum Based Cocktails and dishes that evoke Old Havana. Another favorite of Evan's.

Frenchmen Street

Frenchmen Street, New Orleans, LA

Wander Frenchmen Street in the evening for incredible live music!

Robért Fresh Market Marigny

2222 Saint Claude Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70117

Need a grocery store near our wedding venue? Head here.

The Elysian Bar

2317 Burgundy Street, New Orleans, LA 70117

Located inside Hotel Peter and Paul (our wedding venue!), this charming restaurant offers delicious dishes and fantastic cocktails.

Anna's

2601 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70117

New Orleans does a Craft Dive bar better than anyone else, and Anna's is no exception.

Alma Cafe

800 Louisa Street, New Orleans, LA 70117

If you're in the Bywater in search of a daytime spot, check out this fantastic Honduran spot.

Bywater Bakery

3624 Dauphine Street, New Orleans, LA 70117

A fantastic little bakery to grab coffee, pastries, or maybe a wedding cake? (We're biased because they'll be making ours!)

Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits

600 Poland Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70117

A casual wine bar and garden in the Bywater, Bacchanal has made itself a staple in the city. 2020 James Beard Nominee - Outstanding Wine Program

For all the days along the way

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