Lilette

Sophisticated French fare & many wines in a sunny, tiled space & patio that attract a stylish crowd.

Bouligny Tavern

Chic gastropub with sophisticated, modern small plates plus cocktails & a long wine list.

Atchafalaya

Creative Louisiana fare, drinks & brunch Bloody Mary bar in a high-ceilinged space lined with art.

Mr. John's Steakhouse

Wood-paneled space with steaks, seafood & cocktails in an elegant but relaxed setting.

Jacques-Imo's

Quirky, mural-lined hot spot luring locals & tourists with Creole soul food

La Petite Grocery

Made-from-scratch Louisiana fare in a quaint cottage that housed a grocery store in the 1800s. (Our first dinner date)

Pascal's Manale

Family-friendly spot since 1913, best known for BBQ shrimp but also serves Louisiana-Italian dishes. (Best raw oyster bar in the city)

Shaya

Stylish, bustling eatery with a patio offering modern Israeli cuisine, beer & cocktails.

Domolise's Po-Boy & Bar

Local institution with massive po' boys & beer in a no-nonsense counter-serve space since 1924.

Turkey and the Wolf

A playful option for inventive sandwiches & cocktails served in a quirky, colorful space. (Right next to our house!)

Stein’s

Jewish-Italian market drawing crowds with specialty meats, cheeses & unique selection of brews. (Great east coast style sandwiches)

Molly’s Rise and Shine

Turkey and the Wolf’s sister breakfast restaurant. (Bride and groom’s order: carrot yogurt, grand slam McMuffin with fried egg, dirty chai, fresh squeezed OJ.)

Brennans

Fine-dining landmark famed for Creole cuisine, posh breakfasts and bananas Foster for dessert.

Arnaud's

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

Lil Dizzy's

Straightforward joint featuring soul-food breakfasts & lunches, plus daily specials and drinks.

N7

Offbeat French destination with seafood dishes & craft cocktails in eclectic digs with a courtyard.

Bywater American Bistro

American restaurant & cocktail bar in a big brick building using seasonal & locally reared produce.

Compère Lapin

A sophisticated eatery serving Caribbean- and European-accented takes on New Orleans flavors.

Dooky Chase

Legendary Creole chef Leah Chase (RIP) serves down-home staples in a vibrant, art-filled space.

Maypop

Contemporary eatery serving Southern-Asian fusion dishes with a large wine list in an elegant setting.

Peche

Seafood from a coal grill & raw bar, plus local brews, are found in rustic digs with weathered wood. (We recommend the whole fish!)

Cochon

Lauded choice in charming, historic digs specializing in pork dishes & imaginative Cajun eats.

Cochon Butcher

Casual restaurant featuring an American menu with meats and sandwiches, plus a full bar. (Our first lunch date)