Tal's Hummus

Established counter-serve chain specialising in roast chicken, plus burgers, chips and salads.

Local seafood platters, fresh-shucked oysters & Creole staples in a casual barroom setting.

French pastries and bread, plus sandwiches, are offered at this bakery and cafe.

Bright, contemporary setting for simple Colombian specialties, including arepas.

Crawfish specialist offering nightly spicy seafood boils, plus N'awlins-style fried fare.

Longtime horse-racing spot with slot machines & a clubhouse & host of the Jazz & Heritage Festival.

A charming, nostalgic diner serving up classic comfort food with a side of friendly service, perfect for late-night cravings or a hearty breakfast.

Refined hotel featuring a cocktail lounge & relaxed dining, plus a rooftop pool, bar & gym. In the Central Business District and 2 blocks from the French Quarter, this refined hotel in a 1920s building is 3 minutes' walk from a tram stop and 1 km from the bars of Bourbon Street. Upscale rooms with seating areas feature Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Suites add separate living rooms; some have terraces with city views. Room service is available (limited hours). There's a relaxed restaurant with French Colonial styling, plus an elegant cocktail lounge and a warm cafe. Other amenities include a gym, and a rooftop bar and outdoor pool.

Cocktails & a vast whiskey selection in an intimate hangout with a dog-friendly patio.