Mary Frances & Joshua

Things To Do

The Wedding Website of Joshua Orsulak and Mary Frances Martin

We’re so excited to celebrate in the city where our story began! New Orleans is where we met, and it’s been our favorite place ever since. If you have some free time between wedding events, here’s how we love to do NOLA: Beignets at Café du Monde (a must!) Ride the St. Charles streetcar through Uptown. Explore the WWII Museum — it’s incredible. Catch live jazz on Frenchmen Street. Sip cocktails at the Carousel Bar, Lafitte’s, Pat O’Brien’s, or Hot Tin. Stroll the Garden District to see gorgeous historic homes and oak-lined streets. Dine at Commander’s Palace or grab burgers at Port of Call. Shop + sip along Magazine Street. Relax in City Park under the oaks or wander the sculpture garden. We’ve made so many memories here and can’t wait for you to fall in love with the city just like we did. New Orleans is all about good food, good music, and good company — laissez les bon temps rouler! 💛

Café Du Monde

800 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

It's a must!

The Carousel Bar & Lounge (inside Hotel Monteleone)

214 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

An iconic bar with handcrafted cocktails. And yes, it really does move!

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

941 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

If you like a historic, rustic, and dimly lit vibe, go here! The building is one of the oldest structures used as a bar in the U.S. Be sure to order their signature "Purple Drink"!

Pat O'Brien's Courtyard Restaurant

624 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

A quintessential New Orleans party spot, especially famous for its signature Hurricane drink, which was invented there in the 1940s. Pat O's is also known for it's courtyard and lounge featuring dueling pianos!

Hot Tin

2031 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

A chic and swanky rooftop bar with a spectacular view of the New Orleans skyline.

Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits

600 Poland Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70117

A hidden gem! Think backyard party meets a refined culinary/wine experience.

The Tchoup Yard

405 Third Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Laid-back and lively indoor/outdoor atmosphere with multiple seating areas and bars.

Jacques-Imo's

8324 Oak Street, New Orleans, LA 70118

Funky, eclectic, and sometimes really loud! Eat here if you want a local, authentic New Orleans experience that is a bit off the beaten path, accessible by streetcar. P.S.- this was Pruitt's favorite.

Port of Call

838 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70116

Best burgers in the world, trust us!

Commander's Palace

1403 Washington Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

Fancy, but in a fun way. Try to make it to their Sunday jazz brunch.

Brennan's

417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Classic Creole fine-dining vibe! Brennan's is known for inventing the dessert Bananas Foster.

For all the days along the way

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