Dakar NOLA

French Quarter eatery offering inventive New American fare & cocktails in a hip setting.

This laid-back spot serves up thin-crust pizza and pastas in a lively atmosphere, perfect for grabbing a drink and a bite after exploring.

Local chain serving Mexican-inspired dishes & cocktails in a funky, art-filled space.

Homey quarters in an eclectic guesthouse featuring free breakfast & an Indian-Asian restaurant/bar. Set above a lively restaurant/bar in the Faubourg Marigny neighborhood, this relaxed, eclectic guesthouse in a turn-of-the-century building is 5 blocks from the shops and nightclubs on Frenchmen Street. Accessible via stairs only, the 4 homey, individually decorated rooms feature cable TV, free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms, plus sleigh beds, microwaves and minifridges. Some have direct access to a shared balcony. A pair of 1-bedroom suites add living rooms; 1 offers a kitchenette and a whirlpool tub. Amenities include a funky lounge, and complimentary hot breakfast served in the Indian-Asian restaurant/bar. There's no on-site parking.

Japanese sushi specialist serving a variety of inventive rolls in sleek, contemporary quarters.

Classic steakhouse fare with a Creole twist in a posh, wood-paneled space with a busy happy hour.

Alternative theater & bar putting on plays, burlesque shows & indie music concerts in funky digs.

Broussard’s is a charming, historic spot in the French Quarter, serving upscale Creole dishes in an intimate courtyard, complete with a lively jazz brunch.

Vaughan’s Lounge is a beloved dive bar where you can groove to live jazz, enjoy cheap drinks, and soak in the warm, welcoming Bywater vibes.