Mediterranean restaurant · Central Business District
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"This 24/7 Mediterranean hub on the French Quarter’s Decatur Street serves house-baked pita, comforting tagines with meats, seafood, and vegetables, creamy hummus with toppings like fried cauliflower, stuffed grape leaves, and more."
Barbecue restaurant · City Park
Blue Oak BBQ serves up some of New Orleans’ best smoked meats, inventive sides, and strong cocktails in a laid-back spot near City Park.
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Convenience store · Seventh Ward
Manchu FS, the charmingly unassuming purple corner store in Treme, serves up some of New Orleans’ juiciest fried chicken wings, renowned for their crispiness and flavor, making it a must-visit for locals and curious tourists alike.
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Wine bar · Touro
Chill wine bar on St. Charles with a vast list, goose fat fries, eclectic small plates, twinkling patio lights, and great streetcar views.
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French restaurant · French Quarter
Galatoire’s is a lively, century-old French-Creole spot on Bourbon Street known for its classic seafood, elegant vibes, and a strict jacket-required dress code.
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West African restaurant · East Riverside
Dakar NOLA serves an elegant, award-winning Senegalese tasting menu melding West African flavors with New Orleans charm in a cozy, communal setting.
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Hotel · Lower Garden District
Hotel Saint Vincent is a vibrant Lower Garden District gem blending historic charm, bold design, coastal Italian-Cajun eats, luxe pool, and chic lounges.
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Cafe · Navarre
Morning Call serves airy, fresh beignets and bold coffee in a vintage, laid-back spot near City Park with brunch and late-night eats.
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Coffee shop · French Quarter
Since 1862, Café Du Monde serves iconic, powdered sugar-dusted beignets and bold chicory coffee 24/7 in New Orleans' buzzing French Quarter.
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Creole restaurant · Treme
Dooky Chase’s is a vibrant Treme legend serving Chef Leah Chase’s soulful Creole classics—think crispy fried chicken, rich gumbo, and art-lined walls.
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Restaurant · City Park
Classic New Orleans charm meets elevated Creole with a modern twist, set in a serene 1860s space overlooking lush City Park.
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