American restaurant · Lower Garden District
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"Andouille sausage from Cochon Butcher: It’s my favorite locally made version—just pack it with ice before you travel."
European restaurant · French Quarter
MaMou is a cozy, modern French brasserie in New Orleans serving inventive Louisiana-inspired dishes with a stellar wine list and warm vibes.
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Restaurant · French Quarter
Nestled in a charming 19th-century Creole cottage, Jewel of the South offers an enchanting courtyard and expertly crafted cocktails alongside refined dishes.
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Hotel · Marigny
Nestled in New Orleans' vibrant Faubourg Marigny, the stunning Hotel Peter & Paul transforms an 1860 church and school into a chic boutique experience with uniquely designed rooms and a lively bar.
Steak house · French Quarter
Doris Metropolitan serves artfully dry-aged steaks with a global twist in a sleek, lively French Quarter setting.
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Cocktail bar · French Quarter
Nestled just outside the French Quarter, Bar Tonique is a cozy gem where savvy locals indulge in meticulously crafted cocktails made with fresh ingredients and served in a warm, inviting atmosphere complete with a fireplace.
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Event ticket seller · Treme
Catch beads and groove to local bands at Mardi Gras grandstands on St. Charles Avenue, with prime views, snacks, and restroom access.
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Live music venue · French Quarter
Tucked in the French Quarter, Preservation Hall serves up raw, soulful New Orleans jazz in a historic, no-frills space that’s all about the music.
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Chicken wings restaurant · Milan
At Chicken and Watermelon, dive into a vibrant menu featuring over 20 wing flavors alongside delightful watermelon punch, all served up with a homey vibe.
Fine dining restaurant · French Quarter
Arnaud’s is a stunning 1918 Creole classic on Bourbon with elevated dishes, live jazz, a James Beard-winning bar, and luxe old-school vibes.
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Creole restaurant · Central Business District
Compère Lapin serves bold Caribbean-Creole dishes like curried goat and jerk pork belly in a chic, lively Warehouse District spot.
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