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"In New Orleans I savored classic beignets at Café Du Monde—light, pillowy fried dough dusted in powdered sugar—an indispensable, historic stop for anyone seeking the city’s quintessential treat." - Arati Menon, Megan Spurrell
Iconic cafe serving hot beignets & chicory cafe au lait
800 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116 Get directions
$1–10
Thai restaurant · Fairground
Roti, curries, Pad Thai, fresh spring rolls, grilled meats
5 Postcards
Bar · French Quarter
Irish pub with frozen Irish coffee & Killer PoBoys
15 Postcards
Hotel · Lower Garden District
Coastal Italian restaurant, French/Vietnamese cafe, lobby lounge, cocktail bar
25 Postcards
Sandwich shop · St Thomas
Inventive sandwiches & cocktails in a playful, colorful space
84 Postcards
Diner · East Riverside
Breakfast diner serving huge portions of comfort food and scrambles
13 Postcards
Ethiopian restaurant · Seventh Ward
Ethiopian cuisine, coffee ceremonies, and vibrant decor
27 Postcards
Creole restaurant · French Quarter
Classic Creole fare in elegant 19th-century building, plus jazz brunch.
17 Postcards
Ice cream shop · East Carrollton
50+ snoball flavors, served in Chinese takeout boxes.
Cajun restaurant · City Park
Carnivore-friendly Cajun dishes & cocktails in a rustic space
37 Postcards
Cocktail bar · Central Business District
French-style bar in former library with creative cocktails
26 Postcards