Discover flavors of New Orleans with dining guide

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Acme Oyster House
724 Iberville St., New Orleans 504-522-5973; Fax: 504-524-1595 www.acmeoyster.com
Atmosphere: Loud, fun bustling casual restaurant with great fresh seafood.
Cuisine: Seafood.
Specialties: New Orleans seafood, raw oysters, char-grilled oysters.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Reservations: Not accepted.
Parking available
Arnaud's
813 Bienville, New Orleans 504-523-5433; Fax: 504-581-7908 www.arnauds.com
Atmosphere: An elegant setting for any occasion, with original Italian mosaic tile floors and sparkling leaded glass windows that reflect the glow of crystal chandeliers.
Cuisine: Creole.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Brunch: Sunday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
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Bacco
310 Chartres St., New Orleans 504-522-2426; Fax: 504-581-9795 www.bacco.com
Atmosphere: Venetian ambiance, neoclassic decor.
Cuisine: Italian.
Specialties: Truffled egg, hickory grilled gulf fish, truffle fettuccine, Bacco shrimp, lobster ravioli.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., daily; dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Bambu Asian Grille & Sushi Bar
8 Canal St., New Orleans 504-525-3689; Fax: 985-674-1506
Atmosphere: Fun, exciting environment located inside Harrah's Casino with a diversified Asian menu.
Cuisine: Asian.
Specialties: Honey wasabi shrimp garnished with candied pecans, full service sushi bar.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: Central Business District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Sunday, 12 p.m.-11 p.m.; Monday-Thursday, 4:30 p.m.-11 p.m.; Friday, 12 p.m.-2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.-12 a.m.; Saturday, 12 p.m.-12 a.m.
Reservations: Not accepted.
Valet parking available
Bayona Restaurant
430 Dauphine, New Orleans 504-522-0588; Fax: 504-522-0589 www.bayona.com
Atmosphere: Located in a 200-year-old Creole cottage in the oldest section of the historic French Quarter with a lush courtyard for dining in the spring and fall.
Cuisine: Contemporary.
Specialties: Goat cheese crouton with mushrooms in Madeira cream, grilled shrimp with black bean cake and coriander sauce, grilled duck breast with pepper jelly sauce and wild rice.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Closed Sundays; lunch: Wednesday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Saturday, 12:00p.m.-2:00 p.m.; dinner: Monday-Thursday, 6 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 6:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Begue's Restaurant
300 Bourbon St., New Orleans 504-553-2278; Fax: 504-586-0335 www.beguesrestaurant.com
Atmosphere: Located inside the Royal Sonesta Hotel with French doors that open onto a lush tropical courtyard.
Cuisine: American.
Specialties: Turtle soup au sherry, smoked red fish, fresh seasonal seafood.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Dressy.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Breakfast: 6:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; lunch: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner: 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available
Besh Steakhouse
8 Canal St., New Orleans 504-533-6111; Fax: 504-533-6769 www.harrahs.com
Atmosphere: Contemporary American steakhouse with a New Orleans twist. Energetic and eclectic.
Cuisine: Steak.
Specialties: Besh barbeque shrimp, stuffed crab shells, cowboy rib eye, New York strip.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: Central Business District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-11 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available
Bombay Club
830 Conti St., New Orleans 800-699-7711; Fax: 504-525-5444 www.thebombayclub.com
Atmosphere: Upscale restaurant and martini bistro located in the French Quarter. The facility is decorated in a plush British theme, with lots of overstuffed leather wingback chairs, rich woods and fine portraiture.
Cuisine: Cajun.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Brunch: Sunday, 12 p.m.-3 p.m.; dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-12 a.m.; bar open for cocktails, 4 p.m.-2 a.m., nightly.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available
Bourbon House
144 Bourbon St., New Orleans 504-522-0111 www.bourbonhouse.com
Atmosphere: Upscale, comfortable setting with classic wrought iron, traditional bentwood chairs and grand picture windows overlooking Bourbon St.
Cuisine: Seafood.
Specialties: Oysters on the half shell with or without caviar, redfish on the half shell with jumbo lump crabmeat, shrimp Creole, New Orleans-style barbeque shrimp.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Brennan's Restaurant
417 Royal St., New Orleans 504-525-9711; Fax: 504-525-2302 www.brennansneworleans.com
Atmosphere: Brennan's offers the charm and ambiance of the Old South combined with the comfort and convenience of today. Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Trout Nancy, filet Stanley, bananas Foster.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Breakfast/brunch: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; dinner: Sunday-Saturday, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
429 Decatur St., New Orleans 504-522-5800; Fax: 504-522-5810 www.bubbagump.com
Atmosphere: A fun interactive experience in an environment that brings the movie "Forrest Gump" to life.
Cuisine: Seafood.
Specialties: Shrimp New Orleans, Bubba's after the storm bucket of boat trash, dumb luck coconut shrimp.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Reservations: Not accepted.
The Buffet at Harrah's New Orleans Casino & Hotel
8 Canal St., New Orleans 504-533-4038 www.harrahs.com
Atmosphere: Upbeat and positive atmosphere.
Cuisine: Buffet.
Specialties: Dungeness crabs, snow crabs, local favorites, over 40 desserts, food selections from around the world.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: Central Business District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Reservations: Not accepted.
Parking available
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Cafe Adelaide
300 Poydras 504-595-3305 www.cafeadelaide.com
Atmosphere: Casually elegant, plantation-style atmosphere with sunny island colors.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Duck and portabello crepe, mussels and chorizo, Creole cream cheese creme caramel, grilled double-cut pork chop, snapper and gnocchi.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: Arts/Warehouse District.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available
Cafe Beignet
311 Bourbon St., New Orleans 504-524-5530 www.cafebeignet.com
Atmosphere: A grand cafe setting.
Cuisine: Cajun.
Specialties: New Orleans Cajun specialties, fried seafood and po-boys.
Average dinner for two: Under $25.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; Thursday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; live music Thursday-Sunday.
Reservations: Not accepted.
Parking available
Cafe Degas
3127 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans 504-945-5635 www.cafedegas.com
Atmosphere: Nestled in historic Faubourg St. John, Cafe Degas offers authentic French bistro fare in a romantic open air setting.
Cuisine: French.
Specialties: Brussels sprouts salad, cheese and pate board, crab asparagus crepe, crabmeat salad, onion soup, moules, filet, hanger steak and fries, pork loin.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: Mid-City/Esplanade Ridge.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Brunch: Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; lunch: Wednesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; dinner: Sunday, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m., closed Monday-Tuesday.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available*
*Street parking.
Cafe du Monde
800 Decatur St., New Orleans 504-525-4544 www.cafedumonde.com
Atmosphere: Traditional French-style cafe.
Cuisine: Coffeehouse.
Specialties: Beignets, cafe au lait, ice cream, sandwiches, salads.
Average dinner for two: Under $25.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: None.
Hours: 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Reservations: Not accepted.
Parking available*
*Street parking.
Clancy's Restaurant
6100 Annunciation St., New Orleans 504-895-1111; Fax: 504-899-4203
Atmosphere: Neighborhood classic/locals gathering place with laid-back atmosphere.
Cuisine: Creole.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: Tuesday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner: Monday-Sunday, 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available*
*Street parking.
Commander's Palace
1403 Washington Ave., New Orleans 504-899-8221; Fax: 504-896-7606 www.commanderspalace.com
Atmosphere: Neighborhood restaurant with friendly atmosphere.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Turtle soup, pecan-crusted gulf fish, bread pudding, souffle.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District.
Attire: Dressy.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Jazz brunch: Sunday 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; lunch: Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; dinner: 6 p.m.-9 p.m., nightly.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available*
*Complimentary.
Cookin' Cajun Cafe
1 Poydras St., Shop 116, Riverwalk Marketplace, New Orleans 504-523-6425; Fax: 504-523-4787 www.cookincajun.com
Atmosphere: Glass enclosed dining area with a stunning view of the Mississippi River.
Cuisine: Cajun.
Specialties: Gumbo, jambalaya, crawfish pies, bread pudding, bananas Foster, Cajun bloody Mary's and big easy beer.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: Arts/Warehouse District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: 12 p.m.-6 p.m., some evenings till 8 p.m., depending on mall extended hours.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Court of Two Sisters
613 Royal St., New Orleans 504-522-7261; Fax: 504-581-5804 www.courtoftwosisters.com
Atmosphere: Historical courtyard and three elegant indoor dining rooms offer a perfect setting for every occasion.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Corn fried des allemands catfish; veal Oscar; speckled trout Clemenceau; crabmeat, shrimp and crawfish penne pasta; pan roasted chicken breast.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Jazz brunch buffet: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Friday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Creole a la Carte dinner: Monday-Saturday, 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Crescent City Brewhouse
527 Decatur St., New Orleans 504-522-0571; Fax: 504-522-0577 www.crescentcitybrewhouse.com
Atmosphere: Enjoy casual dining in a historic building with balcony and courtyard seating, with local art and live jazz nightly.
Cuisine: Seafood.
Specialties: Crab cakes, barbeque redfish, ribs, oyster club sandwich, shrimp po-boys, broiled stuffed shrimp with crabmeat.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Sunday, 12 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available*
*Validate across the street.
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Dick & Jenny's
4501 Tchoupitoulas St. 504-894-9880 www.dickandjennys.com
Atmosphere: Casual atmosphere.
Cuisine: Creole.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Not accepted.
Parking available
Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse
716 Iberville St., New Orleans 504-522-2467; Fax: 504-523-0088 www.dickiebrennanssteakhouse.com
Atmosphere: Only subterranean dining room in the city. An elegant dining atmosphere with plush, inviting ambiance and clubby bar.
Cuisine: Steak.
Specialties: Tomato bleu cheese Napoleon, barbeque rib eye, house filet with creamed spinach and Pontalba potatoes with masa flash fried oysters and bearnaise sauce.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; dinner: 5:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m., nightly.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available*
*Discounted parking available next door.
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Emeril's Delmonico Restaurant & Bar
1300 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504-525-4937; Fax: 504-595-2206 www.emerils.com
Atmosphere: Located on the street car line of New Orleans' famed St. Charles Ave., Emeril's Delmonico offers classic Creole dining. Its ambience and decor match its menu's elegance and sophistication.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Emeril's barbeque shrimp with baked grits, seafood gumbo, classic Caesar salad for two prepared tableside, pan fried redfish meuniere.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Dinner: Tuesday-Thursday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available
Emeril's Restaurant
800 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans 504-528-9393; Fax: 504-558-3925 www.emerils.com
Atmosphere: A spacious design, warmed with lots of woods, Emeril's Restaurant dazzles its guest with a unique and exciting dining ambience.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: New Orleans barbeque shrimp with petite rosemary biscuit and fresh chives, Creole marinated calamari fried and served with a smoked tomato sauce.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: Arts/Warehouse District.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: Thursday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner: Monday-Sunday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available
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Fire of Brazil
725 Iberville St., New Orleans 504-552-4446 www.fireofbrazil.com
Atmosphere: Decor inside is executed in natural woods imparting a southwestern Brazilian flair located between Bourbon Street and Royal Street.
Cuisine: Brazilian.
Specialties: Choice cuts of grilled Angus beef, lamb, chicken and pork slow roasted over open flame, accompanied by salad bar.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Sunday, 4 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Monday-Thursday, 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 4 p.m.-11 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
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Galatoire's Restaurant
209 Bourbon St., New Orleans 504-525-2021; Fax: 504-525-5900 www.Galatoire's.com
Atmosphere: The grand dame of New Orleans' old-line restaurants. Galatoire's cuisine is the creation of a family that has safeguarded its traditions of impeccable cuisine, service and ambiance of fine business dining.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Trout amandine, shrimp remoulade, oysters rockefeller, filet bearnaise.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Jacket required.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; closed Monday; Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.*
Parking available
*Reservations accepted for second floor only.
GW Fins
808 Bienville St., New Orleans 504-581-3467; Fax: 504-565-5459 www.gwfins.com
Atmosphere: White tablecloth restaurant with a casual atmosphere.
Cuisine: Seafood.
Specialties: Menu changes daily based on the freshest seafood available at that time.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: 5 p.m-10 p.m., daily.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
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Hard Rock Cafe
418 N. Peters St., New Orleans 504-529-5617 www.hardrock.com
Atmosphere: Located in a building that has a unique style and charm, plus an amazing outdoor balcony overlooking the famous free-for-all French Quarter.
Cuisine: American.
Specialties: Steak, salad, fajitas and burgers.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-12 a.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Hip Stix Asian Fusion Restaurant
870 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans 504-581-2858; Fax: 504-581-9869
Atmosphere: Casual, upbeat and fun.
Cuisine: Asian.
Specialties: Thai coconut curry chicken, vermicelli bowls, spring rolls, pho ga, Vietnamese po-boys.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: Arts/Warehouse District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; dinner: Sunday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m.; Monday-Thursday, 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m.
Reservations: Not accepted.
Parking available*
*$5 charge at lot next door.
Hookah Cafe
500 Frenchmen St., New Orleans 504-943-1101; Fax: 504-943-1773 www.hookah-cafe.com
Atmosphere: Hookah Cafe boasts a unique exotic atmosphere.
Cuisine: Fusion Tapas.
Specialties: Fried green tomato Napoleon, a triple stack of fried tomatoes layered with shrimp, Louisiana crawfish and crabmeat with a rich butter cream sauce.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: Faubourg Marigny/Bywater.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Closed Monday; Tuesday-Sunday, 5:30 p.m.-12 a.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available*
*Street parking and lot parking next door.
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Jacques-Imo's Cafe
8324 Oak St., New Orleans 504-861-0886; Fax: 504-832-3622 www.jacquesimoscafe.com
Atmosphere: Funky, fun and casual.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Shrimp and alligator sausage, cheesecake, mushroom stuffed salmon with black beans and ginger cream sauce, country fried venison with mushroom pan gravy.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Closed Sundays; Monday-Thursday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Reservations: Required.
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K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen
416 Chartres St., New Orleans 504-596-2530; Fax: 504-596-2540 www.kpauls.com
Atmosphere: Lively atmosphere, open kitchen, courtyard and balcony dining option with live music, nightly.
Cuisine: Cajun.
Specialties: Menu changes daily, blackened fish, steak, sweet potato pecan pie.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available*
*Parking validated at Jax Brewery.
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Le Citron Bistro
1539 Religious St., New Orleans 504-566-9051
Atmosphere: An intriguing historic dining atmosphere with a lush outdoor courtyard or cozy indoor dining area.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: French onion soup; blackened catfish topped with lump crab salad and baby greens; famous Nawlins fried red beans, rice and side salad.
Average dinner for two: Under $25.
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
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The Marigny Brasserie
640 Frenchmen St., New Orleans 504-945-4472; Fax: 504-945-1330 www.marignybrasserie.com
Atmosphere: Fine dining, quality food and service in a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Foie gras, local ingredients.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: Faubourg Marigny/Bywater.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Brunch: Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; lunch: Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2:30; dinner: 5:30 p.m.-closing.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Meauxbar Bistro
942 N. Rampart St. at St. Philip St., New Orleans 504-569-9979; Fax: 504-569-9978
Atmosphere: Chic neighborhood bistro with old New Orleans and Indochine feel.
Cuisine: French.
Specialties: Classic French bistro fare with Indochine influences.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available
Michaul's Live Music Venue
840 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504-522-5517; Fax: 504-529-2541 www.michauls.com
Atmosphere: Enjoy great family, food and fun Cajun style.
Cuisine: Cajun.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: Arts/Warehouse District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Open 24 hours, seven days a week.
Reservations: Required.
Parking available
Mr. B's Bistro
201 Royal St., New Orleans 504-523-2078; Fax: 504-521-8304 www.mrbsbistro.com
Atmosphere: Clubby, bistro style.
Cuisine: Creole.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: Monday-Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; dinner: 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m., nightly.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Mr. John's Ristorante
2111 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504-679-7697; Fax: 504-679-7638 www.mrjohnsristorante.com
Atmosphere: Fine dining in a casual atmosphere.
Cuisine: Italian.
Specialties: Italian food and steaks.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: Thursday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 5 p.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Closed Monday.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available
Morton's The Steakhouse
365 Canal St., New Orleans 504-566-0221; Fax: 504-566-8326 www.mortons.com
Atmosphere: Crisp while linens and exceptional service.
Cuisine: Steak.
Specialties: USDA prime-aged beef, seafood, wine, chilled cocktails, decadent desserts.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: Central Business District.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Diner's Club, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Sunday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Monday-Saturday, 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m.; bar open daily, 5 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available*
*Parking validated up to three hours at the Canal Place Garage.
Mother's Restaurant
401 Poydras St., New Orleans 504-523-9656; Fax: 504-525-7671 www.mothersrestaurant.net
Atmosphere: Casual, local favorite offering classic New Orleans home cooking and ambiance.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Baked ham, po-boys, debris, gumbo, fried seafood, jambalaya, crawfish etouffee, fried chicken, red beans and rice.
Average dinner for two: Under $25.
Neighborhood: Central Business District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: 7 a.m.-10 p.m., daily. Breakfast served all day.
Reservations: Not accepted.
Parking available*
*Parking validated for up to three hours at the Canal Place Garage.
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Nola Restaurant
534 St. Louis St., New Orleans 504-522-6652; Fax: 504-524-6178 www.emerils.com
Atmosphere: Relaxed atmosphere and the signature personal attention of Lagasse's staff lure local French Quarter following.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Miss Hay's stuffed chicken wings with homemade hoisin dipping sauce, Emeril's barbeque gulf shrimp with rosemary biscuit, garlic-crusted Texas redfish.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: Saturday only, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner: Monday-Sunday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available*
*Validated parking at the Omni Royal Orleans.
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Oak Alley Plantation Restaurant & Inn
3645 Highway 18, Vacherie 800-442-5539; Fax: 225-265-7035 www.oakalleyplantation.com
Atmosphere: Housed in a 19th century cottage located on the plantation grounds, near antebellum mansion. A national historic landmark, famous for alley of 300-year-old live oak trees.
Cuisine: Cajun.
Specialties: Red beans and rice, jambalaya, crawfish stew, chicken fricassee, fried alligator nuggets, crawfish etouffee and chicken and andouille gumbo.
Average dinner for two: Under $25.
Neighborhood: Vacherie.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Breakfast: 8:30 a.m.-10 a.m.; lunch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Parking available
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Paillards
717 Orleans St., New Orleans 504-523-2222 www.paillardsrestaurant.com
Atmosphere: Casually elegant atmosphere located behind St. Louis Cathedral between Royal Street and Bourbon Street.
Cuisine: New American.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Dinner: 5 p.m.-10 p.m., daily.
Reservations: Required.
Palace Cafe
605 Canal St., New Orleans 504-523-1661; Fax: 504-523-1633 www.palacecafe.com
Atmosphere: Al fresco dining in an upbeat/lively grand Parisian cafe housed in the Werlein building, which has long served as a New Orleans landmark.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Andouille crusted gulf fish, crabmeat, cheesecake, oysters pan roast, white chocolate bread pudding, pepper-crusted duck with foie gras.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Jazz brunch: Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; lunch: Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; dinner: Monday-Saturday, 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available*
*Parking validated at the Marriott.
Palm Court Jazz Cafe
1204 Decatur St., New Orleans 504-525-0200; Fax: 504-523-2629 www.palmcourtjazzcafe.com
Atmosphere: Decor and theme reflects elegance of old New Orleans.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Traditional gumbo, crawfish nantua, chicken ambrosia.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 7 p.m.-11 p.m., live jazz music starts at 8 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
The Pelican Club
312 Exchange Alley 504-523-1504; Fax: 504-522-2331 www.pelicanclub.com
Atmosphere: Comfortable, clubby and lively with burnished Louisiana cypress paintings by New Orleans artists and black leather banquettes in a crisp blend of traditional and contemporary.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Seafood martini with lobster, jumbo lump crab and gulf shrimp; fresh Maine lobster; Black Angus steak; sauteed redfish with jalapeno hollandaise.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Dinner: 5:30 p.m.-closing, nightly.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Petunias Restaurant
817 St. Louis St., New Orleans 504-522-6440; Fax: 504-528-9042 www.petuniasrestaurant.com
Atmosphere: Casual and relaxed in a 175-year-old Creole townhouse.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Entree and dessert crepes, fresh grilled fish, fried seafood.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; Thursday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.*
*Evening reservations only.
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Ralph's on the Park
900 City Park Ave., New Orleans 504-488-1000; Fax: 504-482-6175 www.ralphsonthepark.com
Atmosphere: Building dates to 1860 with wrap around balcony, comfortable dining rooms, residential in feel, with unmatched views of historic City Park and a lively bar scene.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Blackened redfish, andouille crusted oysters, the City Park salad.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: Mid-City/Esplanade Ridge.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Brunch: Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; lunch: Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner: 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m., nightly.
Reservations: Recommended.
Red Fish Grill
115 Bourbon St., New Orleans 504-598-1200; Fax: 504-598-1211 www.redfishgrill.com
Atmosphere: Energetic, fun, comfortable, cool and casual.
Cuisine: Seafood.
Specialties: Barbeque oysters, alligator sausage and seafood gumbo, hickory grilled redfish.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., daily; dinner: 5 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
The Red Maple
1036 Lafayette St., Gretna 504-367-0935; Fax: 504-365-1998 www.theredmaple.com
Atmosphere: Guests are greeted with old family and friendly regular's photos as they enter the restaurant through the lush courtyard with beer steins hanging from wood beam ceilings over a glowing fireplace.
Cuisine: Seafood.
Specialties: Blackened tuna, fresh lobster, rib-eye steak, roasted duck, mascarpone cheesecake.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: Gretna.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Sunday, 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Saturday, 3 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Riche by Todd English & 528 Jazz Lounge
Fulton St. at Poydras, New Orleans 504-533-6117; Fax: 504-593-8037 www.toddenglish.com
Atmosphere: Warm and inviting atmosphere. The dining room delivers a masculine baroque style with beautiful columns and woodwork, high enormous ceilings with ceiling to floor French doors leading out onto the bistro style dining patio.
Cuisine: French.
Specialties: Double-tiered seafood platter, roast of the day, chocolate trio dessert.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: Central Business District.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Breakfast: 7 a.m.-10:30 a.m.; brunch: Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; lunch: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; dinner: 6 p.m.-10 p.m.; 528 lounge: Sunday, Wednesday-Thursday, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.; Monday-Tuesday, 8 p.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Ristorante Carmelo
541 Decatur St., New Orleans 504-586-1414; Fax: 504-528-9760 www.ristorantecarmelo.com
Atmosphere: Fine, well-known romantic restaurant in a historic French Quarter building with a panoramic view of the Mississippi River while dining on the balcony.
Cuisine: Italian.
Specialties: Antipasti, homemade pasta, veal dishes, fresh seafood, steak.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; dinner: 6 p.m.-closing.
Parking available
Rock-n-Sake Bar & Sushi
823 Fulton St., New Orleans 504-581-7253; Fax: 504-529-3730 www.rocknsake.com
Atmosphere: Vivacious party atmosphere.
Cuisine: Japanese.
Specialties: Sushi, Hawaii 5-O rolls, LSU rolls, Mt. Fujita rolls.
Average dinner for two: $51 to $75.
Neighborhood: Arts/Warehouse District.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Closed Monday; Lunch: Friday 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; dinner: Sunday, 5 p.m.- 10 p.m.; Tuesday-Wednesday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Thursday, 5 p.m.-11 p.m.; Friday, 5:30 p.m.-12 a.m.; Saturday, 5 p.m.-12 a.m.
Reservations: Not accepted.
Parking available*
*Street parking.
Ruth's Chris Steak House
3633 Veterans Blvd., Metairie 504-888-3600; Fax: 504-885-6422 www.ruthschris.com
Atmosphere: Comfortable surroundings and nice decor with a spirit of genuine hospitality.
Cuisine: American.
Specialties: U.S. prime New York strip steak, barbeque shrimp.
Average dinner for two: Over $100.
Neighborhood: Metairie.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Dinner only: Sunday, 4:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Monday-Thursday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-11 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
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7 on Fulton
701 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans 504-525-7555; Fax: 504-524-0600 www.7onfulton.com
Atmosphere: Casual dining elegance in bright airy dining room with contemporary art.
Cuisine: Contemporary.
Specialties: Crispy redfish with spicy spinach salad and sauce piquante.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: Arts/Warehouse District.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
Hours: Breakfast: 7 a.m.-10 a.m.; lunch: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner: 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
Shula's Steakhouse
JW Marriott Hotel, 614 Canal St., New Orleans 504-525-6500 www.donshula.com
Atmosphere: Upscale American steakhouse.
Cuisine: Steak.
Specialties: Certified Angus beef, Shula cut.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: Central Business District.
Attire: Business casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Breakfast: 6:30 a.m.-11 a.m.; lunch: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner: 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m.; lounge open: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Valet parking available*
*Complimentary.
The Steamboat Natchez
Toulouse St. at the River 504-569-1414 www.steamboatnatchez.com
Atmosphere: Take a river excursion into the heart of the signature culture and lifestyle of New Orleans as you board the Steamboat Natchez and share our heritage influenced by the river and embellished by the sounds of jazz.
Cuisine: Creole.
Average dinner for two: $26 to $50.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Two lunch cruises daily: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.; dinner jazz cruise: 7 p.m.-9 p.m., daily, boarding at 6 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available
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Tujague's Restaurant
823 Decatur St., New Orleans 504-525-8676; Fax: 504-525-8785 www.tujagues.com
Atmosphere: French bistro-style atmosphere at New Orleans second oldest restaurant, housed in a building older than the city.
Cuisine: Creole.
Specialties: Crawfish etouffee, brisket with horseradish sauce, chicken bonne femme.
Average dinner for two: $76 to $100.
Neighborhood: French Quarter.
Attire: Casual.
Credit cards accepted: All major credit cards.
Hours: Sunday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m.
Reservations: Recommended.
Parking available