BEARCAT CAFE UPTOWN
Uptown
Local Favorite, great for Breakfast or Lunch close to Freret St, with outdoor seating with a view. Known for its ‘Bad Cat’ or ‘Good Cat’ picks. Delicious small-batch coffee and their homemade bottled teas are a must grab.
Jacques-Imo’s
A casual, mural-lined hot spot, Jacques quirky Carrollton restaurant offers an eclectic Creole menu with some unusual favorites. You Must Try the Shrimp and Alligator Sausage cheesecake!
The Camellia Grill
Uptown
It’s famous for classic diner fare dished out by bow-tied servers to hungry customers at a large shared counter. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner and leave room for Dessert because their “Freezes” are a MUST!
Lula Restaurant Distillery
In the heart of New Orleans, expertly crafted food, spirits and cocktails come together in a unique privately owned micro-distillery and restaurant. We are quintessentially southern with a distinct Louisiana influence.
Cochon RESTAURANT
Located in charming, historic digs, Cochon specializes in pork dishes & imaginative Cajun eats.Serving traditional Cajun southern dishes featuring locally sourced pork, fresh produce and seafood.
Pêche Seafood Grill
Pêche serves simply prepared contemporary dishes, rustic creations cooked on an open hearth, as well as fresh oysters and Gulf fish. All inspired by the cooking of South America, Spain, and the Gulf Coast.
Central City BBQ
Downtown
Serving up unmatched BBQ cuisine in a fun, funky setting, this BBQ restaurant may be newer to the city than some, but it’s time-honored recipes are honed through decades of dedication to the culinary craft of BBQing.
Wakin’ Bakin’
Mid City
Breakfast, Brunch, and Lunch that’s fresh and fun! Wakin’ Bakin’ uses as much local product as they can get their hands on and uses locally-owned purveyors for the rest to provide a fun & funky local food experience.
Juan’s Flying Burrito – Mid-City
Mid City
Loosely based on the San Francisco Mission-style burrito joints, Juan’s makes food to order and finishes their flavors on the grill. With a sizable menu and flavorful margaritas this is a funky, bustling space.
Toups Meatery
Mid City
Slow cooked, meltingly tender Lamb Neck, Confit Chicken Thighs with chicken liver and cornbread dressing, and other substantive dishes that reflect Chef Isaac’s sophisticated approach to Cajun cuisine.
Cafe Degas
Mid City
Named after the 19th-century French Impressionist Edgar Degas, who once lived further down the same oak-lined avenue, Cafe Degas is known as one of the most intimately romantic places in the city.
Willie Mae’s Scotch House
Treme
Willie Mae’s Scotch House was established in 1957 as a bar in NOLA’s Historic Treme neighborhood.The aromas of Mississippi and Louisiana cuisine emanating from the kitchen filled the air and brought on constant demand for delicious food
Sneaky Pickle Nola
Bywater
Unassuming outdoor cafe with a daily vegetarian-focused menu of farm-fresh, from-scratch fare.
The High Hat Cafe
Uptown
Don’t let the name fool you, this local hot spot is known for it’s Fried Catfish, Smoked Roaster Chicken, Delta Tamales, BBQ Shrimp, Slow Roasted Pork, and Fresh Gulf Fish. They also have a full bar featuring local craft brews.
District Donuts Sliders Brew
Lower Garden District
A locals favorite for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dessert. This comfy sidewalk cafe offers coffee drinks, delicious little burgers & unbelievable DONUTS!! all made from scratch.
Pêche Seafood Grill
Lower Garden District
Pêche serves simply prepared contemporary dishes, rustic creations cooked on an open hearth, as well as fresh oysters and Gulf fish. All inspired by the cooking of South America, Spain, and the Gulf Coast.
The Country Club
Hidden away in New Orleans’ charming Bywater neighborhood, The Country Club offers an elegant escape from everyday living. Their beautifully renovated restaurant and bar deliver exquisite food and drink in sophisticated surroundings.
Cafe Du Monde French Market
Downtown
A New Orleans landmark, located on Jackson Square, Cafe du Monde offers the original beignet, the state doughnut of Louisiana.
Deanie’s Seafood Restaurant in the French Quarter
This place came highly recommended by locals. They give you so much food, the dinners are way too much for the average person. The catfish was so light and flaky and the breading is perfect and nicely compliments the fish! Its the best fried fish I’ve ever had! The barbecue shrimp is very good. It is not barbecue as we know it in Chicago. It is sautéed in this oily, buttery, aggressively seasoned sauce and my husband thoroughly enjoyed it! The spicy whole potatoes that they give you as a appetizer is pleasantly different from any appetizer we’ve had and they are very, very good!
Miss River
If you are in NOLA you must dine at Miss River! You will be greeted and seated without any long waiting, best French 75 is served here. Oyster soup is the best in town and the whole snapper is so fresh and delicious! Thank you Luis, Andrea, Sara and all the staff! You are the best!
The Original Fiorellas’ Cafe
Gentilly
Counter serve for Southern classics & Italian favorites from a legacy New Orleans restaurant family.
Melba’s on Elysian Fields Ave
Gentilly
Po’ boys come in many varieties at this spacious fast-food spot with Southern staples like wings.
Drago’s Seafood Restaurant – Metairie – The Original
Family- run restaurant with classic New Orleans seafood for a reasonable price. Open since 1969.
Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House, Metairie
Mr. Ed’s specializes in serving up a variety of local favorites in a friendly neighborhood restaurant setting. Whether you’re looking for seafood, steak, Italian, Creole, or a good old fashioned burger, we’ve got something for you.
Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop
Unpretentious but cheery spot dispensing Cajun-Creole classics, including crawfish étouffée & gumbo.
Manny Randazzo King Cakes
Very popular locally-owned king cake bakery. Manny Randazzo’s Pecan Praline King Cake was voted the best king cake after a series of taste tests at several local bakeries. It was crowned as the “King Cake King.”
The Fresh Market
Upscale grocery store chain with an old-world vibe offers local produce, prepared eats, wine & more.
Caffe Caffe
Coffeehouse known for its menu of sandwiches, salads & baked goods in a warm cafe space.
Ristorante Filippo
Traditional Italian entrees, steaks & wines are presented in an intimate space with a small bar.
Marc Bruckel’s In-Home Chef Experience
Indulge in the luxury of a personally tailored culinary journey, right in the comfort of your own home. As an expert chef, Marc Bruckel offers a completely customizable 3-course dinner, cooked on-site at your residence.
Will’s Louisiana Seafood Catering
Authentic New Orleans experience with Will’s Louisiana Seafood Catering. Born in NOLA, Chef Will guides a true Louisiana boil, sharing secrets of his amazing seafood. Unforgettable taste, ideal for your next Nola visit!
China Orchid Bistro
If you’re looking for great Chinese food at a reasonable price you’ll love this place. Some friends and I ate here today and love it. I read all the reviews and I’m pleased to say IT’S ALL TRUE!!!
We had Susan as our server and she exuded excellent service. Her drinks were made to perfection and served along with a perfect smile. The food was perfect and we can’t repeat that enough. The location true is in a strip mall, but it’s a very nice and comfy place.
Here are some pics of the food we ordered and I hope this review sends more natives or visitors to this location.
1. General Tso’s Chicken with shrimp fried rice and egg roll…
2. Seafood Hot Pot…
3. Grilled Shrimp…
The Original Italian Pie
I have to say I was pleasantly surprised by the food the salad was truly amazing along with the garlic bread some of the best garlic bread ever it actually look like a personal size pizza without the sauce but the taste was very garlicky phenomenal my favorite. I have to say the location is quite dingy it could certainly use a good scrub, not the type of place I typically dine in, but I decided to step outside of my comfort zone and be open-minded. I would certainly go back there. I ate there twice in the two days that I was there, so that says a lot. It was really hard to get delivery thankfully their hotel was right across the street so we were able to walk twice one of those times was in the pouring thunderstorm that happened to be going on but it was so worth it. If you’re in New Orleans, make sure you make it to the original Italian pie. The customer service was superb, very friendly, and welcoming it was almost like being around family. Thank you for a wonderful experience
Bellegarde Bakery
If you’re new to Bellgarde Bakery, I encourage you to try all the products. Whether in person or purchasing online, you cannot go wrong. This is a high-quality bakery.
Thank you to all the wonderful people at Bellgarde Bakery for working through a pandemic, and doing the best possible job imaginable. I am so impressed with your flour that I order it all the way from New York State. I normally cut regular AP flour with some of your out of this world, best tasting flour, to achieve a wonderful loaf of bread, pasta, and other baked goods. I recently tried some of your macaroni and found it every bit as good as the flour you sell. I just wanted you to know how fortunate and grateful I am, for all of you at Bellgarde Bakery.
New Orleans Food Cooperative
Was almost scared away from going here due to some of the reviews but so glad I went! They have a fantastic bulk section with great selection and while its definitely pricey, I enjoyed the experience of shopping here. They may have replaced some of the staff workers because every employee I came across was very friendly. The sink is certainly not dirty. I personally don’t find a 10% discount on overpriced produce appealing enough to become a member but that may not be the case for everyone. Overall, I will be going back for specific items (and the bulk section) but likely won’t be coming here for my primary grocery shopping.
Rouses Market
OMG what an incredible supermarket. The staff here knows the meaning of customer service. Southern hospitality at its best. I could just spend hours looking around. You will definitely find what you’re looking 4 plus more. Excellent experience at this supermarket.
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant
Great Deviled eggs. Hmm waited for cranky pants…. No worries enjoyed a blood orange beer. Fish tacos were stellar. Service amazing.
Real brewery.
Crescent City Brewhouse
The macaroni and cheese was divine. And the ribs tasted like they were backed in honey the texture was perfect on the pallette. This restaurant esthetics was amazing brick with concrete walls. And wall to wall art. There is also a court yard.
The Sazerac Bar
We love the Sazerac Bar. This is a definite old school saloon with great historic touches. The mixologists here are professionals and can likely make any cocktail you can request. The service is good but the place stays very busy. Expect to sit patiently and wait to be served. I am not aware of any food served here but the Fountain lounge next door serves food. A great old bar with really well crafted cocktails.
Oceana Grill
This is by far one of the best restaurants I’ve visited. The staff and ambiance is true to NOLA. Their blackened fish with lobster meat on top was amazing, their ribs was out of this world fall off the bone, melts in your mouth kind of thing with a barbecue sauce that was perfectly balanced with the sweet and spicy. I may come back tonight for their crab cakes and oysters
Steve’s Diner
Customer service is amazing! Such a homey feeling when you walk up to the counter and man the food is so delicious 😋 today I had the red beans and grilled tenders, with corn bread. Nothing like homemade red beans 🫘
Broussards Restaurant & Courtyard
Amazing place! Definitely worth eating at. The bottomless mimosas were tasty – the champagne is really strong. The atmosphere is both cozy and sophisticated, and the wait staff were friendly and fun. Musicians came to our table to play for us – even took requests. Word of caution – MAKE A RESERVATION. They rarely have open tables and will often turn people away. Book way ahead of time as seats fill up FAST.
Swoop’s Supper Club | NOLA
Linda and her team are AMAZING!! We had the most beautiful wedding at Swoops! Chef Lisa created a delicious menu tailored to our needs. Linda went above and beyond to give us the wedding we envisioned. Linda also took our photos, and they are gorgeous! The venu is gorgeous and has that classic NOLA vibe. I cannot recommend Swoops enough. We tell everyone what a truly amazing experience we had with Linda and Chef Lisa.
Majoria’s Commerce Restaurant
Best biscuit on the planet covered in butter, split and buttered and served with butter! Everything is old school yum. Coffee was good and hot. Food and service awesome. It was great to see and all woman run kitchen headed up by Miss Jean. There is a line up usually but it’s really quick.
Mother’s Restaurant
This was a great restaurant. I spent two days looking for a regular place to eat that wasn’t over the top commercialized, over priced or geared towards the experience versus the food. Mother’s is located just off the French Quarters but an easy walk from there. Their food was very good. They had a great selection of the traditional local food and the price was fair. We were able to get to plates for around $30. The dining area was really basic but comfortable enough to enjoy the meal. The staff was very helpful since I have never had creole food before and the staff was happy to help explain and show pics of their food. Also, the food was very good. The gumbo and jambalaya was the best we’ve tried so far.
As you walk in they hand you a menu and you continue to the register to order your food. You order and they hand you your receipt and someone comes by and picks that up and brings your food right to you. Very simple and enjoyable.
Daisy Dukes Cafe
We ended up here by accident, as a 3rd choice after other places were closed, but that worked in our favor, because this was an absolutely incredible breakfast! I got the crab cakes Benedict with hash browns, and WOW so good and so much flavor and just so delicious. I’m not normally one to say things like, “This is too much food,” but it actually WAS too much food and I couldn’t finish it, no matter how much I wanted to! My husband got the traditional breakfast plate with eggs, bacon, toast, and hash browns, and he loved his as well. I’d also say prices were fair for the amount of food you get, which is definitely not always the case in this part of the city in particular.
Cochon Butcher
Lower Garden District
Lauded choice in charming, historic digs specializing in pork dishes & imaginative Cajun eats.
Muriel’s Jackson Square
If you’ve never eaten at a Haunted Restaurant before, well here’s your chance!
Mr. John’s Steakhouse
Lower Garden District
Best steak in the city, voted top 10 in the country – just make sure to make reservations early!
Dooky Chase Restaurant
Treme
Iconic New Orleans food – don’t miss your chance to meet Ms. Chase who is featured in the Smithsonian African American Museum!
Magazine Pizza
Nice pizza place , given the Nola feel. Pizza came out fast, fresh and delicious. Great atmosphere, smooth instrumental playing and cool air blowing strong. Definitely a must see, when you visit!
U Pizza
The service was awesome! The decor and table/chair structuring were pretty organized when we came in. My friend and I ordered the 8 Piece Mac & Cheese Bites ($8.00) and Meatball Plate with Garlic Bread ($11.00) as appetizers. For the pizza, we ordered the 10″ (which is a small) Felicity Pizza ($14.00). This pizza included garlic butter sauce, artichoke, mushrooms, and other sorts of veggies. All of our foods were made fresh and had good portions for the price. Again, I want to emphasize how great the service was! They were really welcoming to us, especially considering that we were POC customers. Our server also got us complimentary cups of water for to go since it’s really hot and humid in Louisiana these days. I’d recommend this place if you and your friends are craving some pizza or pasta!
Gracious Bakery
If you’re catching the trolley out to the garden district get off at sixth and go straight to Gracious Bakery. Standouts are the peaches and cream turnover, the blueberry muffin and the morning bun. The staff are lovely and it’s a gem.
The Fresh Market
Wow! What a neat grocery store! So clean…I would use the word impeccably clean! Everything neat and orderly. Items geared towards a more healthy lifestyle, which is nice honestly! Workers friendly and asked if I needed any help when they saw me just standing around. Loved some of the seasonal displays. All kinds of things available!! Who would have thought it would be a pleasure to just go into a grocery store and look around? A new favorite store!!
Brewery Saint X
Stopped in before a Pelicans game and very impressed with the decor and space. Deceptively big with lots of seating.
Unfortunately, it was early on in their opening, so it was clear the service was still catching up to the demand. The beer (and cocktail) options were very good. The food was also surprisingly good; the salad was average but the chicken sandwich and fries were very tasty.
We sat in a corner and it was pretty loud, so not the best spot for a dinner on date night. But for a game day atmosphere, this certainly has the location and seating to be a fun stop in before, during, or after a game.
Please-U-Restaurant
I really enjoyed the breakfast sandwich and the wonderful service that I got here last December while my wife was recovering from surgery at a nearby hospital. I was reminded about it while watching Hit Man on Netflix today. There’s a whole scene in the restaurant and it made me happy!
August
We received two separate recommendations from people living in New Orleans that said we needed to try August.
It did not disappoint.
We also happen to be there for restaurant week, so of course, we tried the restaurant week menu.
Everything was amazing. Very creative presentation, delicious food, and amazing flavor combinations
From the compressed cantaloupe wrapped in serrano ham to the stripped sea bass, everything was amazing.
The atmosphere is classy and perfect for a date night.
The staff is very courtesy and informative.
If you’re visiting, this is a place you should stop if you want a classy dining experience just outside the French Quarter
Herbsaint
When I tell y’all that this gumbo is better than any other I’ve ever had, including my Cajun grandma’s, I’m not lying… (just don’t tell her I said that!)
This is my favorite place to bring friends from out-of-town. The gumbo is absolutely delicious with a good serving size. My go-to entree is the spaghetti, with the egg on the side. The Black Forest cake is my favorite dessert I’ve tried here so far but be warned – it is RICH. If you aren’t a sweet lover, try their tart of the season (they do rotate dessert options).
I always like to call out places that are accommodating to my fish allergy. The hosts at Herbsaint always offer to seat me outside, if able, and alert the servers beforehand to recommend dishes that are fish-free. Their excellent customer service is always appreciated!
Tableau by Dickie Brennan & Co.
An amazing classy place to eat. The staff gave all of the extra personality and service you would expect but don’t always receive from a higher end establishment.
Ask Mya nicely and she will hook you up with the best Arnold Palmer known to man…. seriously it was so good the next day I was eating at a different restaurant and snuck over just to get another glass of her special mix.
Houston’s
I was on on restaurant business for more than 30 years and everytime I go to a restaurant I checked everything. An habit after so many years! It has been a while since I went to a restaurant were everything was perfect. Starting with the security guard welcoming you. The hostess finding a table eventhough we didn’t have a reservation. All the waiters taking care of you no matter if it was your waiter or not. There uniforms were top clean. The food excellent and the ambiance with a jazz band wonderful.
Thank you
Heard Dat Kitchen
MAN!!! So we found this place randomly when googling dinner spots. THIS IS NOT A SIT IN RESTAURANT, but there is outdoor seating if u want. Lady who took the orders was nice and the food was fresh to order. I had Cornbread with some kinda sauce on it….10/10. I dont remember the name of my dish, but it was grilled catfish and grits with fried shrimp.. man oh man!! 10/10 Seasoned to perfection. My wife had fish with potatoes topped with onion rings.. everything was delicious. Bread pudding was thick and had a rich caramel type sauce in it. We are DEFINITELY coming back to this place real soon!!!
B Spot
Amazing establishment! Great customer service! Delicious food! The seafood dip is AWESOME!! Great vibe! Good drinks! Nice for small groups or dates! QR code menu. Food ordered: lemon drop flight/ salmon bites, fish and grits, burger and truffle fries. On time/ all parties must be present to sit/ Street free parking; 20% gratuities added to ticket. 90 min seating time due to the size of the establishment. I hear the oxtails are really good! 10/10 recommend!!
Orleans Coffee Espresso Bar
Stopped by while the wife was getting an MRI next door. The coffee and service were both tremendous. Muffins and donuts available. I highly recommend checking this place out!
Elizabeth’s
Bywater
Down-home country classics & a busy brunch in a bustling space hung with local art, plus a bar!
Lilly’s Café
This Vietnamese restaurant is one of our favorite restaurants in the city! Don’t miss this Hidden Gem!
