"Mandina’s is a casual, familial seafood and Creole Italian joint favored by many of the city’s most longstanding families. Just steps from the Canal Street streetcar line, it’s also a great place to snag a muffuletta. It differs from the norm, but primarily because of bread — it’s served toasted on French bread, instead of an Italian loaf. The olive salad is also a bit different, in that the olives stay whole. Otherwise, the flavors are all there, topped with melty cheese." - Beth D'Addono, Eater Staff
