Café du Monde

Emma Claire and Quentin’s Favorite! A must-do when in New Orleans! Legendary home of beignets and café au lait, open 24 hours a day!

Commander’s Palace

A New Orleans institution famous for their Jazz brunch! Delights with reliably delicious Creole dishes such as turtle soup and a not to be missed bread pudding souffle.

Brennan’s

Experience traditional breakfast at Brennan’s, where the world-famous Bananas Foster was invented!

Parkway Bakery and Tavern

The best Poorboy Sandwich in town accompanied by the refreshing Porch Swing frozen cocktail!

Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar

Built between 1722 and 1732, reputed to be the oldest structure used as a bar in the United States.

Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar

Enjoy the freshest oysters shucked right in front of you!

Central Grocery

A New Orleans institution! Order 1 whole muffuletta (feeds four!) and pair with Zapp’s chips.

The Carousel Bar and Lounge

Classic destination at the Hotel Monteleone, has a circular bar that revolves like a carousel!

Mr. B’s Bistro

Known for vibrant Creole and Cajun dishes: Barbequed shrimp, gumbo ya ya, and Creole bread pudding.

Bourbon House

Premier oyster and seafood bar also serving their famous frozen bourbon milk punch!

Bacchanal Wine

Purchase a bottle of wine, some cheese, and enjoy live music. Then, you absolutely must finish it off with the sea salt + olive oil chocolate bark!

Willie Mae’s

Famous for their fried chicken, but don’t sleep on the red beans and rice.

Peche

Focused on working with local fishermen and farmers who harvest sustainably and inspired by the cooking of South America, Spain, and the Gulf Coast, Peche serves simply prepared contemporary dishes, rustic creations cooked on an open hearth, as well as fresh oysters and Gulf fish.

Galatoire’s Restaurant

French-Creole fare serving delicious shrimp, oysters, and turtle soup in a fun, lively atmosphere!

Atchafalaya

Pronounced “Uh-chaff-uh-lie-uh.” It’s tiny, so make a reservation even for brunch!

La Petite Grocery

Uptown Magazine Street restaurant gem, perfect for a romantic lunch or dinner in their cozy, dimly lit dining room!

Arnaud’s

Classic upscale restaurant and lounge featuring Creole cuisine, cocktails, and Dixieland jazz since 1918.

The Sazerac Bar

N amed after what many consider to be the world’s first mixed drink, The Sazerac carries as much history as its potable namesake, located in The Roosevelt Waldorf Astoria hotel.

Napoleon House

Restaurant with historic charm renowned for their signature warm muffuletta sandwich and refreshing Pimm’s Cup cocktail!

Old Absinthe House

Landmark saloon serving unique absinthe cocktails in a historic building.

Camellia Grill

Fabled iconic diner in uptown, New Orleans, serving classic diner fare dished out by bow-tied servers!

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