Talk to chris at the bar an have him make you a drink and watch a master at work. He's a founding member of the museum of the American cocktail.
A standout shrimp po-boy...firecracker shrimp are coated with butter, hot sauce and garlic. Read more.
While you are in the Hilton Riverside, don't miss out on the char grilled oysters at Drago's! A dozen usually doesn’t go far enough. You probably need to order at least two.
The fried chicken rivals that at nearby Willie Mae’s, and the fried catfish will be some of the best you’ve ever had. [Eater 38 Member]
Most of the menu is straight-up Creole, among the best in town. You will likely have to wait for a seat, but the Maple Leaf Bar is half a block away, so it’s no big deal. [Eater 38 Member]
I highly recommend this tour if you're looking for a history based tour with macabre details. If you're looking for a costumes guide and promises of ghosts.... not the place. Our guide Sandy was great
Definitely hit their happy hour! Half-priced drinks, .50 cent local oysters that are DELICIOUS, and the sweetest bar staff.
Located in an old plantation house, the service is formal but the atmosphere is fun. Head over for the best Sunday brunch in the Big Easy - and try the absinthe-and-bacon-poached oysters!
Po'boys are the specialty here at this revamped neighborhood joint that used to have a beef-gravy-dispensing faucet on the premises. The faucet is gone, but the po'boys are just as good as ever.
Seafood & sauces in a dark and tiny dining room above a dive bar on Frenchmen. Doesn’t take reservations & is cash only. Service sometimes sucks. But this place is still awesome. [Eater 38 Member]
The focus here is on the music as much as the food—both are great—making it a quintessential New Orleans experience. [Eater 38 Member]
Try the Louisiana Shrimp and Grits with tasso and okra, and Kurobuta Pork Belly with crispy eggplant and grilled date relish.
another awesome frenchmen st music institution which usually books awesome NOLA-style acts.
A classic jazz club that leaves pretensions at the door and favors an intimate setting and focused on great music. The house band plays three feet away from where you’re sitting. Read more.
Get the crawfish dog and tell them to dress it how they recommend to (minus ketchup). It's BEYOND good
Get there early & enjoy your food in a relatively quiet & peaceful bar setting, or get there late, dance your ass off, & feed your soul. Get the patatas bravas & thank us later. [Eater 38 Member]
Gambit's Best of New Orleans Readers' Poll 2011 Winner: Best Sno-ball Stand Read more.
One of the best burgers I've ever had and the staff is awesome. Come here often.
Best beignets ever. Served with both a caramel and a chocolate coffee dipping sauce. They're light and fluffy and pull apart wonderfully.
Fantastic croissants. Almond are my favorite, but blueberry and chocolate are great as well. Get a croissant, a coffee, and sit in the window and watch people wander by.
Cool Entree Salads: Cubes of fried Brie ooze over greens and strawberries in the Gott salad. -Gambit's Five in 5 Read more.
This is a great place, especially if you are in New Orleans for a convention or exhibition. At night there is creole / xydeco music and dancing. I highly recommend their spicy sausage po boys! Read more.
Listen to Kermit Ruffin's awesome mix of jazz, funk, and standards and then enjoy his bands incredible BBQ
