Dining/Nightlife
Acme Oyster House (French Quarter)
Acme has been doing what it does for nearly 100 years. Acme is a hard working, efficient and decidedly crowd-pleasing operation. Almost everybody starts with a dozen cold ones ordered at the bar. Besides the "New Orleans Specialties" such as red beans, creole jambalaya, and seafood gumbo, fried seafood plays a major role at Acme
Antoine's Restaurant
Since 1840, world-renowned Antoine's Restaurant has set the standard that made New Orleans one of the greatest dining centers of the world. The Oldest French-Creole Fine Dining Restaurant in New Orleans. Known for their Oysters Rockefeller and Baked Alaska.
Auction House Market
Hip food hall and market that consists of 10 different food vendors. Down some frozen coffee, slurp an oyster, nibble on an empanada, or have a bowl of poke in this diverse airy space!
Brennan's
Brennan’s is a New Orleans tradition with a commitment to honoring the city’s history and ethnicity through its cuisine, architecture, and ambiance from proprietors Terry White and Ralph Brennan, the acclaimed restaurateur and namesake of the iconic dining establishment. The innovative Creole menu borrows its pedigree from French and Spanish ancestors and complements each dish with cultural influences molding the present-day fare of New Orleans. The old-world elegant inspired dining rooms, reminiscent of grand homes along St. Charles Avenue, and personable, attentive service underscores a unique and sophisticated dining experience that lives on in every visitor’s memory.
Cafe Du Monde French Market
Since 1862 this has been the original French Market coffee stand serving cafe au lait and beignets. A New Orleans landmark, located directly across from Jackson Square and the Pontalba apartments, Cafe du Monde offers the original beignet, the state doughnut of Louisiana. Coffee and chicory is a New Orleans favorite, served mixed half and half with hot milk as cafe au lait.
The Camellia Grill
Camellia Grill is an absolute must for anyone visiting New Orleans. The diner-style eatery opened in 1946 and is an old-fashioned, landmark restaurant in the city. The counter seating, happy servers, and vintage uniforms inspire a retro feeling among guests who dine on quality, southern diner food. Camellia Grill is famous for its chocolate pecan pie, double-scoop freezes, and enormous breakfast omelets (served all day and night). The grill is opened late night so be sure to stop in any time for a genuine New Orleans good time!
Clancy's Restaurant
Clancy's is a popular Uptown spot for traditional New Orleans Creole dining. The soft-shell crab entrée is a must!
Cochon
Chef Donald Link serves the flavors of Cajun country in a rustic yet contemporary setting. Stop in for locally sourced dishes made in the old style, from a wood-burning oven, many of them served with freshly cooked vegetables on the side that are garnished to your taste. Cochon means "pig" in French, so it's no surprise that the pork dishes served here are stellar.
Commander's Palace
The quintessential New Orleans dining experience. Loved by locals and visitors alike, and recognized with James Beard awards for food and service and Wine Spectator's Grand Award. Located in the historic Garden District. You can walk through the kitchen to the bar and patio. Rated five stars. Original Jazz brunch, patio dining - Commander's Palace - that's what living in New Orleans is all about!
Compère Lapin
Compton’s ethereal Compère Lapin—arguably the hottest restaurant in town and named for the Br’er Rabbit of her Caribbean upbringing—is a case study in the push and pull of tradition, and the boundless future of Crescent City cuisine.
The Court of Two Sisters
Experience the ambiance of the largest outdoor dining courtyard in the French Quarter with flowering plants and flowing fountains. Listen to the strolling live jazz trio during the daily live Jazz Brunch Buffet, serving Eggs Benedict, omelets and a feast of local specialties or enjoy a romantic Creole-style Dinner surrounded by softly glittering glass lights. Our three indoor dining rooms also offer the perfect setting for any occasion
Doris Metropolitan New Orleans
Doris Metropolitan is a contemporary steakhouse with an authentic mixture of international flare. The menu offers a variety of dry-aged meat options, as well as delicious Mediterranean-inspired dishes and sides. Doris Metropolitan’s menu and design stray from the usual American-style steakhouse. The food is unique, the restaurant ambiance is modern and trendy, and your experience eating at Doris will surely be memorable
Drago's
Home of the Original Charbroiled Oyster. A New Orleans dining institution offering an extensive seafood menu, including signature dishes such as Drago's Original Charbroiled Oysters and Mama Ruth's Gumbo. Reservations aren't needed
Elizabeth's
In 1998, Elizabeth's Restaurant opened in the historic Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans, as a fun hangout, with really good food, where everyone could afford to eat and enjoy. Its motto is "Real food, done real good."
Galatoires
Located in the historic French Quarter, Galatoire's has the reputation of being the best of the old line establishments of New Orleans. Along with excellent French Creole cuisine, a festive and yet elegant atmosphere lure locals and visitors alike. Steeped in tradition and run by fourth generation proprietors, Galatoire's has delighted the many who have dined on renowned specialties such as shrimp remoulade, oysters en brochette and crabmeat Yvonne
GW Fins
GW Fins, one of the country's most heralded fine dining seafood restaurants, changes their menu daily based on the freshest seafood available. Favorites include Lobster Dumplings, Wood Grilled Scallops, and Wild Mushroom Risotto, and Chilean Sea Bass in hot and sour stock. The wine list features 100 varieties, 70 offered by the glass. Complimentary validated parking is available at the Standard Parking Garage on Iberville and Dauphine. And beware of the warm bottomless biscuits. They are addictive and you must save room for your meal!
Jacques-Imo's
Delicious food and a lively atmosphere make Jacques-Imo's a popular spot for locals and out-of-towners alike. Specialties include oyster-filled eggplant bathed in rich shitake mushroom cream, deep-fried roast beef po' boy or tomato-based "Cajun bouillabaisse" laced with herbs and a generous supply of oysters, shrimp, and mussels, just to name a few. For a truly intimate meal, try to get a reservation at the two-top in the pickup truck parked outside
Josephine Estelle
Located in the Ace Hotel; Named after each of their daughters, Josephine Estelle reflects the collaborative spirit of James Beard Award-nominated chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman whose renowned culinary tell is the unlikely marriage between classic Italian recipes and the bright and mystifying flavors of the American South. With an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, homemade pastas and recipes passed down from our Maw Maws, Josephine Estelle is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour.
Justine
James Beard Award-winning chef Justin Devillier’s brings us this option for creative French fare downtown. From a lavish stretch of cheese pulled from a French onion soup or mussels bathing in broth with terraced towers of chilled seafood, you cannot go wrong here. And the nightly DJ doesn't hurt.
Lilette
Among the favorite entrees are the Muscovy duck breast with cabbage and black olive sauce and the olive oil poached striped bass with raw artichokes, beets, hearts of palm, watercress and citrus vinaigrette. Chef John Harris apprenticed with Gautreau's, Bayona and a restaurant in France
Mother's Restaurant
Authentic N'Awlins home-style cooking since 1938. The Amato family welcomes you for a taste of traditiona. Home award-winning Jambalaya, the famous Ferdi Special, and the original debris-laden roast beef po-boy
Mr. B's Bistro
This clubby, relaxed and comfortable French Quarter bistro specializes in Contemporary Creole Cooking. Hickory Grilled meats, seafood and vegetables dominate a menu lush with local and regional ingredients. Dine on their world famous Pasta Jambalaya and Barbeque Shrimp. Carmelized Tuna and Pepper Crusted Duck are two spectacular dinner entrees not to be missed! Their Sunday Jazz Brunch features Joe Simon's Jazz Trio. Locals know that Mr. B's is the place to B and B Seen!
Muriel's Jackson Square
The Bistro at Muriel’s Jackson Square offers New Orleans classics like Gumbo, BBQ Shrimp, Oysters "Muriel", Turtle soup, Fried Gulf Shrimp Po-boy, Crabmeat Imperial, Shrimp Remoulade & contemporary Creole cuisine like Pecan Crusted Drum & Wood Grilled Tuna while the Courtyard Bar is the perfect place to drop by for drinks & appetizers.
Patois
A true neighborhood gem, Patois serves French classics with a Louisiana or local accent. The cuisine is seasonal, trying to use as many local products as possible
Pêche Seafood Grill
Peche, the newest member of Chef Donald Link + Stephen Stryjewski's family of restaurants, celebrates local seafood, and features an open wood fire grill and a raw bar. Strongly suggest ordering the whole fish here.
Restaurant R'evolution
A collaboration of two great chefs, John Folse and Rick Tramonto, and their imaginative interpretations of classic Creole and Cajun cuisine. Served in a spectacular setting of five historically designed dining rooms that blend antique architectural details of grand French Quarter homes with contemporary accents.
Saba
Alon Shaya is behind this Uptown establishment known for it's hummus and plush pita from a wood-burning oven. Saba serves a host of Israeli dishes with Louisiana influences, and takes advantage of local seafood. Helloooo hummus topped with crab meat and fried oyster po’ boys served in a pita.
Saffron nola
The brick-and-mortar version of a former pop-up, this Uptown eatery blends Indian flavors with local ingredients, resulting in dishes like spicy pork vindaloo, curried gumbo and tamarind shrimp, plus inventive cocktails and wine. Did anyone say Naan?
St. James Cheese Company - Uptown
This family-owned and operated artisan cheese shop is a popular lunch destination in the city. Known to provide the highest quality, most delicious and diverse cheese assortments, St. James Cheese Company has become a local favorite among casual diners and chefs throughout NOLA who serve St. James’ cheese. In addition to unique cheeses from around the world, the restaurant also offers gourmet sandwich and salad dishes. The staff at St. James are knowledgeable about what they serve, and passionate about bringing the best cheeses to New Orleans.
Stanley of New Orleans
Conveniently located on historic Jackson Square, Stanley provides a beautiful backdrop of St. Louis Cathedral and downtown New Orleans. Owners Chef Scott Boswell and wife Tanya Boswell invite you to enjoy brunch featuring breakfast all day, delicious sandwiches, Italian sodas, house made ice creams, milkshakes and Louisiana favorites. There is something guaranteed to please anyone’s tastes in this fun / casual spot.
Sylvain
Sylvain takes its name from the first opera to take place in New Orleans. It was a raucous and comedic one, and we intend to recreate such raucous fun each and every night. Sylvain is located just a block off of Jackson Square and blends the line between restaurant and bar. Sylvain, set in a carriage house built in the late 1700s, honors our French Quarter neighborhood’s history while infusing an energy that reflects where New Orleans is headed.
Tableau
Located on picturesque Jackson Square at Le Petit Theatre, Tableau is Dickie Brennan’s newest restaurant. The menu, developed by Chef Ben Thibodeaux, showcases regional ingredients and classic French Creole dishes with a unique twist. The cuisine is sophisticated, yet true to tradition, with great depth of flavor. Guests enjoy a front row seat to the culinary action beside the open kitchen in the restaurant’s main dining room.
Willa Jean
Housemade breads, biscuits and sweets provide the foundation for the Southern breakfast, lunch and brunch dishes at this CBD bakery from the Besh Restaurant Group. The bright, lofty space nods to the past with touches like 'Uneeda Biscuit' painted across the brick wall above the bar, which pours coffee, tea, cocktails and spiked slushies.
Arnaud's French 75 Bar
This fantastic bar adjoining the famous Arnaud's restaurant serves up some of the classic cocktails, including the famous French 75: a mixture of gin with lemon, sugar, and champagne. Refreshing, delightful, and wickedly intoxicating, it’s a concoction every bartender must know and every drinker cherish.
Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits
Wine-&-cheese store featuring globally accented small plates & live music on a lush back patio
Bar Tonique
Great craft cocktails in a cozy brick space across from Armstrong Park
Blue Nile
Come boogey here at this hot spot where there's always good music to be heard
Carousel Bar
Come early for a spot at this rotating bar in the Hotel Monteleone. Pace yourselves or the spins will getcha!
The World Famous Cats Meow
Come for the jello shots and stay for the next American Idol winner. This karaoke joint is always bumpin. Plus they have great props for your onstage performance
The Columns Hotel
Fancy some drinks overlooking the streetcar from an 1800's Italian mansion? If so, The Columns Hotel is your spot.
Cure
Famous for it's high quality cocktails, this bar was featured in American Horror Story. Fun, hip atmosphere with eclectic bites
d.b.a.
Smooth offshoot of an NYC pub pours craft beer with nightly live music
The Delachaise Wine Bar
The best neighborhood wine bar Uptown with a fun patio. Look out for the nightly sax player. And the duck fat fries don't hurt!
Erin Rose
You have to get the frozen Irish coffee! They also serve killer poboys in the back
Galatoire's 33 Bar & Steak
Connected to Galatoire's restaurant, this bar is a great spot for watching the Bourbon crazies as well as indulging in some French Onion soup!
The Gold Mine Saloon
Famous spot for some late-night dancing and flaming Dr. Pepper shots
Hot Tin
Classy rooftop bar in the Pontchartrain Hotel. There's always a wait so plan accordingly!
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
Hands down everyone's favorite bar in New Orleans. Great day-drinking spot famous for their purple drank. Don't drink more than two if you want to remember the rest of your day
Le Bon Temps Roule
Wild, late-night dive bar with a stage in the back and pool tables in the front
Napoleon House
The building's first occupant, Nicholas Girod, was mayor of New Orleans from 1812 to 1815. He offered his residence to Napoleon in 1821 as a refuge during his exile. Owned and operated by the Impastato family since 1914 and Ralph Brennan since May of 2015, it's a place that suspends you in time, where you can hear Beethoven's Eroiqua (which he composed for Napoleon), while sipping a Pimm's Cup, and basking in an ambiance that could only be New Orleans.
Old Absinthe House
Landmark saloon serving unique absinthe cocktails in historic building with quirky atmosphere
Pat O'Brien's
Operating since 1933, this piano bar establishment invented the infamous "hurricane." The origin of the drink is said to have started during WW II, in which it was difficult to import scotch. Liquor salesmen forced bar owners to buy up to 50 cases of their much-more-plentiful rum in order to secure a single case of good whiskey or scotch. The barmen at Pat O's came up with an appealing recipe to reduce their bulging surplus of rum. When they decided to serve it in a hurricane glass, shaped like a hurricane lamp, the hurricane was born.
Razzoo Bar & Patio
Late-night dance club with 3-for-1 deals and rowdy MC's
The Rusty Nail
Great patio for football games and a lively crowd. Get a disco lemonade
The Sazerac Bar
Located within The Roosevelt Hotel, this bar is named after what most consider the world's first mixed drink. The Sazerac is named for Sazerac de Forge et Fils brand of cognac brandy that served as it's original ingredient. A little Absinthe, sugar, and whiskey or cognac never hurt nobody.
The Spotted Cat Music Club
The Quintessential Jazz Club of New Orleans bar hosting live acts on a tiny stage for a standing-room crowd