Rex at the Royal

"The essence of New Orleans is in this jazzy bar on South Street that serves traditional and whimsical cocktails. Try the French Quarter, which includes blended rums, creole shrubb, chili pepper, sugar cane and benne, or the zero-proof Tropical Depression, which includes orange, pineapple, carrot,  turmeric, lime and grenadine, to get a grasp of how experimental this spot can be." - Annemarie Dooling, Ernest Owens

"Rex at The Royal is one of those places to check out when you don’t want to be on the wild end of South Street. And when it comes to date night, you’ll get a better dinner-and-a-show experience here than hitting up the TLA a few blocks down. With a menu full of Lowcountry favorites like creamy crab fondue, shrimp and grits, and crawfish pot pie, you’ll get to choose from a lot of tasty dishes that are perfect for any night of the week. And if the date goes well and you want a nightcap, they have a bottle shop inside where you can grab some merlot to go." - candis mclean, alison kessler

"At this South Street mainstay, Southern coastal-inspired cuisine reins supreme. Fried chicken, cornbread, oysters, and vibrant daiquiris compliment the restaurant’s luxe and cozy interiors. Translation: It’s a romantic hotspot for live music and comfort." - Eater Staff

"South Street hasn’t been the same since this Southern coastal-influenced cuisine hit the block. There’s a lot to appreciate about Rex at the Royal: the New Orleans vibe of the venue, the imaginative cocktails (try the fruity, tequila-forward Por Dio), and the exceptional entrees (such as their jambalaya, fried tomatoes and okra, crab cakes, and expansive oyster selection) that will make one a fan." - Eater Staff, Ernest Owens

"If you’re on South Street and feeling thirsty (and hungry), Rex at the Royal is there to help. The every-day-except-Monday happy hour includes $1 off draft beers along with cocktail and wine specials. Coming from the kitchen, you can grab $9 small plates (grilled oysters, hush puppies, catfish tenders, and mac and cheese) and $12 larger plates (Rex Burger, Po Boys, and smoked chicken wings)." - Ernest Owens