3607 Magazine St

"Cavan, the lovely local-meets-global eatery Uptown on Magazine, is open for takeout, delivery via D’livery NOLA, and dine-in Wednesday through Sunday. Order lunch for $20 and savor the likes of tahini caramel corn furikake and fried catfish served with grilled romaine and kimchi potato salad. WRBH 88.3 radio is supporting restaurants by offering Cavan customers free parking across the street." - Beth D'Addono

"In a converted 19th-century mansion, which still manages to retain much of its spookiness you’ll find a brunch menu that’s not afraid to get a little cheeky. Here, a sampling: tater tots that are meant to be dipped into a Miller High Life, mushroom French toast, gumbo cut with popcorn rice. The cocktail list is just as daring, so be ready to take some risks. It will be worth it." - Andrew Parks

"The smartest and very best savory king cake out there. Chef Nathan Richard makes the dough from white mountain roll and stuffs it with crawfish and goat cheese. A slightly sweet pepper jelly cream cheese plays the part of the icing, while chili flakes, dehydrated crab fat “sugar,” and green onions stand in for the tri-colored sugars. To make it truly fit for a king (or “make it a Rex”), ask for some Cajun Caviar on top. A small (without caviar) is only going to run you $16, with a $3 upcharge for caviar. Note: Orders must be placed 24 hours in advance." - Stephanie Carter