Bar · French Quarter
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"For fancy bars, you can’t go wrong with Carousel Bar and The Sazerac Bar. But for low-key, cool dive bars, you’ve got to check out Lafitte’s Blacksmith Bar, Napoleon House and Rusty Nail." - Abbe Baker
Hotel · Milan
Step into this 1883 Italianate mansion on St. Charles—Victorian charm, Southern brunch, cocktails on the porch, and a vibe as lively as the streetcar below.
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Creole restaurant · Treme
Lil Dizzy's Cafe is a beloved Treme spot dishing out soulful Creole comfort food, from fried chicken to gumbo, all served in an inviting, family-run atmosphere.
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Hotel · Central City
Nestled in the charming Garden District, The Pontchartrain Hotel combines vintage elegance with modern comforts and boasts a top-notch rooftop bar for stunning views.
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American restaurant · French Quarter
Sylvain blends refined Southern classics and stellar cocktails in a moody, candlelit French Quarter carriage house with a cozy courtyard.
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Cajun restaurant · City Park
Toups Meatery serves up hearty, mouthwatering Cajun meats and crafty cocktails in a laid-back Mid-City spot with a kickin' patio.
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Deli · French Quarter
Verti Marte is a tiny 24/7 French Quarter deli cranking out colossal Creole po’boys and spicy muffulettas perfect for any hour hunger.
Creole restaurant · French Quarter
Dining at Muriel’s offers a historic taste of New Orleans with classic Creole dishes served in an elegant 19th-century setting, where the ghosts of past patrons may even join you for a cocktail.
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French restaurant · French Quarter
Antoine’s, New Orleans’ longest-running family restaurant since 1840, serves classic French-Creole dishes like oysters Rockefeller amid grand historic rooms.
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Vietnamese restaurant · Village de l'est
Nestled in a strip mall in New Orleans East, Ba Mien serves an extensive menu of authentic Vietnamese dishes, showcasing flavors from all regions, with standout items like their banh cuon and pho that keep diners coming back.
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Bakery · Central City
Cozy neighborhood bakery serving fresh, hand-rolled bagels with inventive schmears, hearty sandwiches, and delightful old-school sweets.
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