Coffee shop · Marigny
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"I don’t usually eat big breakfasts, but I’ll make an exception at the Orange Couch. I love to kick-start my morning there with coffee and whatever pastry catches my eye." - ByNina Compton, as told to Chelsea Brasted
Cocktail bar · Freret
Cure is a chic cocktail haven in a former firehouse, boasting inventive drinks, a cozy vibe, and a menu of eclectic small plates.
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Hotel · French Quarter
Stylish hotel offering modern rooms, plus an outdoor pool, free breakfast & a lively lounge. This chic hotel with modern decor is a half-block from Bourbon Street and an 8-minute walk from the historic buildings in Jackson Square. Sleek rooms feature 42-inch flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, walk-in showers and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms add balconies. The hotel offers complimentary continental breakfast, as well as a welcome beverage. There's a heated outdoor saltwater pool with a patio bar, plus a fitness center, and a sophisticated lounge with a weekday happy hour.
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Italian restaurant · Uptown
At Osteria Lupo, enjoy a fun, spacious atmosphere and delicious Italian fare, from flavorful mushroom pasta to the standout Diavola pizza.
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Restaurant · Lower Garden District
Relaxed option serving oysters, seafood & burgers in a courtyard & on a deck outdoors.
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German restaurant · Bywater
Traditional German beer garden serving sausage & schnitzel sandwiches paired with beer & wine.
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Italian restaurant · French Quarter
A cozy and charming gem in the heart of New Orleans, The Italian Barrel serves up exquisite Northern Italian dishes in a romantic setting.
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Po’ boys restaurant · French Quarter
Cheery counter-serve po' boy joint since 1950 with memorabilia on the walls & Creole dishes.
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Middle Eastern restaurant · Carrollton
Casual, mural-lined spot serving generous portions of Middle Eastern items like hummus & kebabs.
Halal restaurant · East Riverside
Bakery · West Riverside
Nestled in the charming Garden District, this bustling French bakery serves up tantalizing pastries, fresh bread, and robust coffee in a cozy vibe.
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