Honduran cuisine; great coffee.
Hand-crafted pasta; kid-friendly. This is one of our go-to spots.
Wine and cheese store featuring huge back patio with small plates and nonstop live music.
Great brats and beer spot with lots of outdoor seating.
Fantastic Thai food. You won't be disappointed.
Our neighborhood breakfast/lunch spot. Jeff recommends the BLT!
Best little dive in the outskirts of the Quarter featuring a kitchen for late night bites.
Get some exercise walking the riverfront park and have a lovely view of the city skyline!
Great breakfast/brunch, but get there early! No reservations and it is quite popular.
Great food and cocktails located in Hotel Peter and Paul; James Beard nominated.
The answer to "where can I get a poboy?" Locals spot; cash only.
Great place for a bite and a cocktail. Awesome happy hour specials.
Dive bar that lives up to the name. Pro tip: ask for Pam and tell her Kaki sent you.
For getting your grooooooove on. Best on Saturday nights.
Lovely little neighborhood bar nearest to our house; open 9am to 4am (but sometimes they don't close).
Cool local artist exhibit tucked into the Marigny. There are definitely a few spots that are structured for Instagram pics.
The best pub burgers in the city. Solid tap list.
Our favorite karaoke spot in the neighborhood. Known for 90's hits and hipsters.
Great spot to grab a drink.
Our favorite bar to catch a game. Great draft selection, shuffleboard, and darts!
"Hidden" French wine bar and restaurant in the Bywater. Reservations available on Resy.
Excellent omakase-only spot. Pricier for dinner but not pricy for omakase. Reservations required and can be very difficult to get.
Cool coffee shop tucked into the Marigny and around the corner from our hotel.
Excellent dining! Somewhat Italian, somewhat creative, the menu changes constantly (in a good way) for seasonal produce. Reservations recommended, probably required.
Our neighborhood brewery. Great outdoor area; kid and dog-friendly!
Neighborhood dive bar. Guaranteed to see a dog (or several).
All coffee is half off during happy hour, 2-6!
Best pizza in the City; kid-friendly; Jeff and Kaki once (or twice) ate here 5 times in one week.
The best poke spot in town, easily.
Great tacos & highly recommend the spicy margarita!
Upscale tasting menu-only spot with wine pairings. Can be on the pricier side but if you want an upscale dinner, this is your spot. Reservations required and you'll probably need to book ahead.
Late night spot to get weird.
Great vegan restaurant with the best mac and cheese (beats out non-vegan options!).
Super creative spot with funky decor (the ceiling is covered with red solo cups glued to it. Great brunch, great dinner, great dive spot with excellent food.
Great breakfast and lunch spot right next to our hotel!