Mimi's In the Marigny

"The address was most recently home to raw bar and restaurant Cru from chef Marlon Alexander. Cru replaced Feelings Cafe, a longtime restaurant that originally opened in 1980, changing hands a number of times over the years before permanently shuttering in 2018." - Clair Lorell

"After months of speculation by neighborhood regulars about its future, the permanent closure of Mimi’s in the Marigny was all but confirmed when the beautifully-crafted sign outside of the Royal Street building came down earlier this month. The two-story bar on the corner of Franklin and Royal was all dive on the lower level, with pool tables and a long wooden bar, but boasted a top-notch kitchen and table seating upstairs where customers could order from a tapas menu of items like patatas bravas, mushroom toast, and duck poutine. Mimi’s has not responded to Eater’s attempts to confirm the closure." - Clair Lorell

"Mimi’s in the Marigny for cocktails and tapas from self-proclaimed 'Louisiana boy' Heathcliffe Hailey." - Marguerite Imbert

"The former home of Marigny long-timer Feelings Cafe will reopen as Cru by Chef Marlon Alexander." - Clair Lorell

"Feelings Cafe, open since 1979, has closed its doors in the Marigny. The restaurant has had multiple owners over the years, with Craig Trentecosta being the latest. The restaurant has seen changes in ownership every two years, and there is currently an unidentified restaurant owner considering taking over the lease." - Stephanie Carter