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Acme Oyster House
Since 1910, whenever New Orleanians want the best raw & fried oysters, they head straight to this French Quarter favorite. Everybody loves their down-home gumbo, red beans & rice and fried platters.
724 Iberville Street, (504) 522-5973
3000 Veterans Parkway, (504) 309-4056
go to website: www.acmeoyster.com

Harbor Seafood and Oyster Bar
This neighborhood hot spot is just the place to satisfy your appetite for N'Awlins seafood, from a large variety of fresh fish to Po-Boys, Seafood Baskets and Boiled Seafood. Go where the locals go!
Open for lunch and dinner daily from 11 am to 10:30 pm.
Major credit cards accepted.
3203 Williams Blvd, Kenner, (504) 443-6465

Redfish Grill
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Casual New Orleans-Style fine dining seafood restaurant. Menu highlights include Alligator Sausage and Seafood Gumbo, BBQ Oysters, and Hickory Grilled Redfish as well as raw oysters from a raw bar.
115 Bourbon St. (504)598-1200
go to website: www.redfishgrill.com


CAJUN, CREOLE & LOCAL CUISINE
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Bayona
Chef owned Susan Spicer, flagship restaurant, and one of New Orleans' finest. Charming Creole Cottage with courtyard dining. Nationally acclaimed eclectic cuisine.
430 Dauphine, (504) 525-4455
go to website: www.bayona.com

Bon Ton Cafe
Enjoy authentic Louisiana Country cooking at New Orleans' oldest Cajun restaurant. Located in the historical 1840's Natchez building in the Central Business District, 4 blocks from the world famous French Quarter. Enjoy traditional Cajun specialties such as: crawfish etouffee, crawfish bisque., shrimp and oyster jambalaya, lump crab meat entrees, and Red Fish Bon Ton.
401 Magazine Street, (504) 524-3386
go to website: www.bontoncafe.com

Cafe Pontalba
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There is no better way to take in the sights, sounds, and tastes of New Orleans than from Cafe Pontalba. Located in Jackson Square in the heart of the French Quarter, Cafe Pontalba is the ideal spot to enjoy New Orleans' distinct culture and delicious Creole cuisine!
546 Rue St. Peter, (504) 522-1180
go to website: www.neworleansrestaurants.com/cafe_pontalba/

Clancy's
Located on a quiet neighborhood corner, the contemporary Creole food attracts a loyal following of Uptown locals. Extensive and well priced wine list. Specials include rabbit sausage en croute, smoked soft-shell crab, tuna au poivre and fried oysters with brie. 6100 Annunciation St., (504) 895-1111

Commander's Palace
A culinary jewel in the heart of New Orleans's Garden District, Commander's Palace is among the finest dining experiences in the world. Commander's gardens are well shaded and thick with lush greenery. A courtyard fountain completes the picturesque setting for an unparalleled dining adventure. 1403 Washington Avenue (504) 899-8221
go to website: www.commanderspalace.com

Copeland's Cheesecake Bistro
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"California Creole Cuisine" is the fare at Copeland's sister restaurant, mixing famous New Orleans Creole dishes with healthy, popular West Coast items. Over 25 different varieties of cheesecake are on offer.
4517 Veterans Blvd., (504) 454-7620 & 2001 St. Charles Ave., (504) 593-9955
go to website: www.copelandscheesecakebistro.com

Copeland's of New Orleans
The ultimate New Orleans experience! Cajun American cuisine, such as pasta Cajunara with julienned ham tasso and mushrooms in Alfredo sauce, or calamari scampi over angel hair pasta. Start with the original onion mum. Lunch specials daily.
701 Veterans Blvd., (504) 831-3437
1001 S. Clearview Pkwy., (504) 620-7800
1319 West Esplanade Ave., (504) 617-9146
1700 Lapalco Blvd., (504) 364-1575
1337 Gause Blvd., (504) 643-0001
go to website: www.copelandsofneworleans.com

Crescent City Brewhouse
Located in a beautifully restored, historic French Quarter Building, the Crescent City Brewhouse offers the finest selection of innovative New Orleans Cuisine. New Orleans' only restaurant and microbrewery showcases hand-crafted premium lagers brewed on the premises. Sample a fresh Pilsner beer with Crab Cakes Tchoupitoulas, or a Red Stallion beer with Pasta Jambalaya while enjoying the sights and sounds of the Quarter! Special features included courtyard and balcony dining, a fresh oyster bar and LIVE JAZZ nightly!
527 Decatur St., (504) 522-0571
go to website: www.crescentcitybrewhouse.com

Domilise's Po-Boy Restaurant
The best po-boys in town, a must while in New Orleans! An uptown family tradition dating back to the 1930's. Known for their roast beef, shrimp, oyster and hot smoked sausage po-boys.
5240 Annunciation St., (504) 899-9126

Galatoire's
Galatoire's is the French Creole spirit of New Orleans. Revel in such indulgences as Brabant Potatoes, Trout Almandine, Crabmeat Maison and Shrimp Remoulade, delicately prepared and served according to family traditions.
209 Bourbon Street, (504) 525-2021
go to website: www.galatoires.com

Gumbo Shop
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Beautifully restored 1794 building with a mural dining room and garden patio, serving traditional and contemporary Creole cuisine, including two gumbos, etouffee, blackened and grilled fish or chicken. Fresh fish and pasta dishes change daily.
630 Saint Peter, (504) 525-1486
go to website: www.gumboshop.com

Herbsaint
Deliciously prepared food and fine wine served with attention to detail in a relaxed atmosphere by Chef Donald Link. Herbsaint offers high-quality new Creole cuisine and a progressive wine list, all served in a room that feels like a friend's dinner party.
701 St. Charles Ave. (504) 524-4114
go to website: www.herbsaint.com

House of Blues
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House of Blues, New Orleans’ premiere entertainment venue, is home to a 280-seat restaurant world famous for its delicious Southern inspired menu.

Located in the French Quarter, House of Blues has a reputation as the best place to hear the hottest acts in live music - we offer live music almost every night of the week and a rousing Friday Happy Hour in our courtyard.
225 Decatur Street, (504) 310-4999
go to website: www.houseofblues.com

Jacques-imo's Cafe
"Real New Orleans" describes both the food and the Creole/Cajun Cuisine & atmosphere of this unique fun eatery in the historic Oak St. district. Soulful Courtyard dining. Located just two blocks from the street car line next to Maple Leaf music club, this is a true local experience.
8324 Oak Street (504) 861-0886
go to website: www.jacquesimoscafe.com

K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen
Come pass a good time and have a great meal with the expert touch of Chef Paul Prudhomme's creativity and Magic Seasoning Blends. Exciting menu changes daily according to the freshest ingredients available. Home of the original blackened redfish.
416 Chartres St., (504) 596-2530
go to website: www.chefpaul.com

La Petit Grocery
This refurbished building now houses a bistro but was formerly a grocery back in the 1890's. The dining room features pressed tin walls, late Victorian sconces and high ceilings. The cuisine is contemporary French New Orleans and highly praised by food writers and locals alike.
4238 Magazine St. (504) 891-3377
go to website: www.lapetitegrocery.com

Le Meritage
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On the edge of the French Quater is the Le Meritage Restaurant at the Maison Dupuy where Chef Michael Farrell brings a distinctive wine-inspired cuisine in a unique dining experience. The seasonally-changing menu at Le Meritage focuses on the region's best available organic and locally harvested ingredients.
1001 Rue Toulouse, (504)522-8800
go to website: www.lemeritage.com

Lil Dizzy’s Café
Experience Creole / Soul food at its finest! From the famous gumbo and fried chicken to the greatest selection of Creole omelets and succulent bread pudding, the Baquet Family has been serving New Orleanians for over 70 years. Both locations are open 7am to 2pm Monday through Saturday, and serve Sunday Brunch 10am to 2pm. The Poydras Street location is open for dinner 5pm to 10 pm nightly, and features rooms to host all types of private functions.
1500 Esplanade Avenue (504) 569-8997
610 Poydras Street (504) 212-5656

Mr. B's
Contemporary Creole cuisine located in the heart of the French Quarter, with all the hospitality characteristic of New Orleans & the Brennan family. Famous for its hickory- grilled meats and fish, pasta jambalaya, Gumbo Ya-Ya and barbecued shrimp.
201 Royal Street, (504) 523-2078
go to website: www.mrbsbistro.com

Mulate's
For a true taste of Cajun culture, come to the restaurant that made it famous and where Cajun heritage is celebrated! Live Cajun music and dancing nightly, and a great Cajun menu featuring: Catfish Mulate's, a grilled catfish fillet topped with crawfish etouffee, and giant Cajun Seafood Platter.
201 Julia Street, (504) 522-1492
go to website: www.mulates.com

Napoleon House Bar & Cafe
Family owned and operated since 1914, this internationally known cafe occupies the first floor of Girod House, a 200-plus-year-old National Historic Landmark. In keeping with its character, the menu features local sandwiches, soups, salad, and gumbo; the music is classical.
500 Chartres St., (504) 524-9752
go to website: www.napoleonhouse.com

Ralph's on the Park
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Housed in a beautifully renovated historic building across from scenic City Park, Ralph’s features award-winning, globally-inspired local cuisine. Open for dinner 7 nights, and Wednesday through Friday for lunch, and Sunday for brunch.
900 City Park Ave. (504) 488-1000
go to website: www.ralphsonthepark.com

Restaurant August
This stunning restaurant occupies a historic four-story Creole building in the CBD dating back to the 1800s. Chef John Besh's inspirations for August's innovative menu are the classical techniques he learned through the Culinary Institute of America paired with the Creole influences that come naturally to one "born on the bayou." Besh has been honored for his style by Food & Wine magazine and he has consistently been recognized by national media as one of New Orleans’ best restaurateurs.
301 Tchoupitoulas St. (504) 299-9777
go to website: www.restaurantaugust.com

The Praline Connection
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The Praline Connection began as a home delivery service targeting career women who were too busy to prepare home cooked meals for their families. Cecil and Curtis opened their first location on Frenchman Street in 1990 and the rest has been culinary history. The Praline Connection serves “down-home” cajun-creole style soul food at affordable prices and features three generations of “Pure-D-Goodness”.

The New Orleans Pralines are handmade daily in the old fashioned, spoon dripped method, using only the finest ingredients. Their most recent addition to the family is The Praline Connection Candy Shop, Gift Store, and Foodcourt at the New Orleans International Airport.
542 Frenchmen Street, (504) 943-3934
go to website: www.PralineConnection.com

Tommy's Cuisine
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Tommy's Cuisine is an upscale restaurant located in one of New Orleans most exciting and fashionable neighborhoods, the Warehouse District. In a city that takes dining so seriously, Tommy's Cuisine is a local favorite and serves classic Creole Italian.
746 Tchoupitoulas Street, (504) 581-1103
go to website: www.tommysneworleans.com

Tujague's
Catering to the tastes of New Orleanians for over 125 years in an engagingly unpretentious and friendly way. Enjoy traditional Creole full-service, six course table d'hote fare, from the famous beef brisket to the bread pudding, with choice of entree.
823 Decatur St., (504) 525-8676
go to website: www.tujaques.com

Upperline Cafe
Southern Living/Travel South Magazine: "If you can eat at only one fine restaurant in New Orleans, make it the Upperline. Local art, eclectic Creole menu, award winning wine list, whimsical ambiance and delicious food.” Located in Uptown New Orleans. Take the Streetcar. Reservations needed.
1413 Upperline Street, (504) 891-9822
go to website: www.upperline.com


ITALIAN, FRENCH, SPANISH & CARIBBEAN skip to next category back to top

Le Foret
Voted “Best New Restaurant and Chef” in 2010 by New Orleans Magazine, from the beginning Le Foret charmed diners with its delicious cuisine featuring strong French technique and seasonal flavors, superb service and elegant surrounds in an historic 1840s building. Its culinary talent, creativity and dedication to detail have raised the culinary bar in New Orleans. And, as you depart, you’re given a house-baked Madeleine cookie in the French tradition to savor later!
129 Camp St., (540) 553-6738
go to website: www.leforetneworleans.com

Liuzza's
This mid-city landmark has been treasured by locals since 1947 for its recipes of down- home Louisiana, Cajun, Italian and traditional seafood dishes. Featuring culinary delights prepared with the freshest ingredients available, served in generous portions at affordable prices. Coldest beer in the city, served in oversized frosted glasses.
3636 Bienville St., (504) 482-9120
go to website: www.liuzzas.com

Eleven 79
This early 1800's merchant cottage serves classical Italian cuisine prepared in the traditional manner, as well as New Orleans Creole-Italian dishes reflecting our heritage.
1179 Annunciation St.,(504) 299-1179

Rio Mar
This Warehouse District restaurant two blocks from the Convention Center offers seafood from a different perspective. Chef Adolfo Garcia draws upon his cooking experiences in Spain and his Latin American heritage for this dynamic seafood menu.
800 South Peters St., (504) 525-3474
go to website: www.riomarseafood.com


BISTROS, CAFES & ECLECTICS skip to next category back to top

Cafe Beignet
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Where food and art meet. Enjoy courtyard dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner, in the midst of the world's finest art galleries and antique shops. Selection of International coffee drinks and cordials and an exclusive Robert Mondavi wine bar.
334B Royal Street, (504) 524-5530 & 311 Bourbon Street, (504) 525-2611
go to website: www.cafebeignet.com

Camellia Grill
Since 1946, New Orleans most famous lunch counter serving enormous hamburgers, and sandwiches, the favorite house chili, fluffy omelettes, Southern sweet pecan waffles and assorted pies. The best late night place to eat in town.
626 S. Carrollton Avenue, (504) 309-2679
540 Chartres St., (504) 522-1800
go to website: www.camelliagrill.net

La Divina
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For those looking to excite their taste buds, La Divina offers a constantly evolving selection of homemade gelato made from scratch using local certified organic or chemical-free produce. La Divina Gelateria offers more than just gelato with breakfast & lunch menus plus their wonderful gourmet coffees.
621 Saint Peter St., (504) 302-2692
3005 Magazine St., (504) 342-2634
go to website: www.ladivinagelateria.com

Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant
When the New Orleans CBD and Warehouse District finishes work, Lucy's is the place to enjoy wild drink specials, awesome margaritas, ice cold beer, hot music and sights. Don't miss the burgers and Cali-Mex favorites like burritos and fish tacos. A great happenin' spot, where block parties are held regularly throughout the year!
701 Tchoupitoulas Street, (504) 523-8995
go to website: www.lucysretiredsurfers.com

Martinique Bistro
This Uptown bistro is a locals’ favorite and features smart, cross-cultural cooking served both in a lush courtyard setting and a charming, intimate dining room.
5908 Magazine Street, (504) 891-8495
go to website: www.martiniquebistro.com

P.J.'s Coffee & Tea
Consistently named New Orleans ' best coffee house by Gambit and New Orleans Magazine, P.J.'s roasts all its own coffees on Bayou St. John. Many locations throughout the city, including:
300 Bourbon St. (504) 553-2247
622 Canal St. (504) 561-8552
644 Camp St. (504) 529-3658
7624 Maple St. (504) 861-5335
5432 Magazine St. (504) 895-2202
go to website: www.pjscoffee.com


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The American Sector
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Experience The American Sector in the National WWII Museum, offering a menu with nostalgic themes updated with contemporary culinary inspirations. From soups, snacks and sandwiches to sensational entreés to “Sweet Tooth” desserts and soda fountain favorites, Chef Besh’s creativity will delight diners of all ages. This unique and inviting restaurant is now open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 am - 9:00 pm and on Friday & Saturday from 11:00 am - 11:00 pm.
945 Magazine St. (504)528-1940
go to website: www.american-sector.com

Windsor Court Hotel
American cuisuine with a local flavor. Enjoy the “Grill Room” for fine dining, while “Le Salon” offers afternoon tea and chamber music. “Polo Lounge” has light fare, drinks and live jazz.
300 Gravier Street, New Orleans (504) 596-4792
go to website: www.windsorcourthotel.com


NEW ORLEANS FOOD DICTIONARY back to top

ANDOUILLE (ahn-doo-ye) -- Plump and spicy country sausage, used in Red Beans & Rice and other Creole recipes.

BEIGNET (bane-yea) -- Sweet, square doughnuts that are heavily sprinkled with powdered sugar.

BOUDIN (boo-dan) -- Hot, spicy sausage that has pork, onions, rice, and herbs mixed together.

BREAD PUDDING -- There are many versions, but at its best it's light, fluffy and smothered in whiskey sauce.

CAFE AU LAIT (caf-ay oh-lay) -- A half and half mixture of hot coffee and hot milk.

CAFE BRULOT (caf-ay brooloh) -- An after dinner coffee with spices, orange peel, and liqueurs.

CAJUN (cay-jun) -- Nickname for Acadians, the French-speaking people who migrated to Louisiana from Nova Scotia.

CHICORY (chick-ory) -- An herb that is dried, ground, roasted and used to flavor New Orleans coffee.

COURTBOULLION (coo-boo-yon) -- A spicy stew made with fish, tomatoes, onions and vegetables.

CRAWFISH -- Locally known as Mudbugs. Served in many different New Orleans dishes. Only the tail of the crawfish is eaten.

CREOLE (cree-ole) -- People of mixed French and Spanish blood who are born in South Louisiana. Now, can also describe a type of cuisine and a style of architecture.

DIRTY RICE -- Pan-fried leftover cooked rice sautéed with green peppers, onion, celery and giblets.

DRESSED -- Sandwiches (see Po-boy) made with lettuce and tomatoes.

ETOUFEE (ay-too-fay) -- A tangy tomato-based sauce. Etoufee is used in many New Orleans dishes.

FILE (fee-lay) -- Ground sassafras leaves used to season gumbo.

GRILLADES (gree-yads) -- Squares of broiled beef or veal.

GRITS -- Coarsely ground hominy grain. Looks like mashed potatoes, but tastes like corn.

GUMBO -- A thick, mostly okra-based soup that is poured over cooked rice. There are many different types of gumbo, including, Chicken Gumbo, Shrimp Gumbo, and Crawfish Gumbo.

JAMBAYLAYA (jum-bo-lie-yah) -- Tomatoes, cooked rice, ham, andouille, chicken, celery, onions and seasonings. Similar to paella.

MIRLITON -- A "Vegetable Pear." The insides are cooked like squash, mixed with ham, shrimp and spices, and stuffed into the vegetable.

MUFFULETTA -- A huge, round sandwich consisting of ham, salami, and other meats, cheese, pickles, and olive salad.

PRALINE (praw-leen) -- A New Orleans candy. Flat and sweet, it is made of sugar, water, and pecans.

PO-BOY -- A large sandwich served on French bread. Po-Boys can be stuffed with fried oysters, fried shrimp, roast beef and gravy, softshell crabs, turkey, or hot sausage. (See Dressed)

RED BEANS & RICE -- Red Kidney beans mixed with rice, seasonings, spices and (andouille) sausage. Traditionally, Red Beans and Rice was served on Mondays, because Monday was wash day, and the Red Beans could simmer and cook all day without attention.

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