Restaurants
Great local bistro food, and popular weekend Jazz brunch.
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Atchafalaya
901 Louisiana AveGreat local bistro food, and popular weekend Jazz brunch.
Famous local fine dining establishment, one of the oldest in the city. Most of New Orleans' famous chefs trained here.
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Commander's Palace
1403 Washington AveFamous local fine dining establishment, one of the oldest in the city. Most of New Orleans' famous chefs trained here.
Dat Dog
5030 Freret StCreative hot dogs and sausages, and bar
The Rum House
3128 Magazine StGreat tacos and Caribbean food, $2 taco Tuesdays
One of our favorite local fine dining restaurants, great fish and pork dishes
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Coquette
2800 Magazine StOne of our favorite local fine dining restaurants, great fish and pork dishes
Cafe Abyssinia
3511 Magazine StGreat Ethiopian
Barú Bistro & Tapas
3700 Magazine StGreat Caribbean food, outdoor seating
Lilette
3637 Magazine StGood for fine dining
French Truck Coffee
1200 Magazine StGracious Bakery
2854 St Charles AveGreat bakery a few blocks down St. Charles
La Boulangerie
4600 Magazine StDelicious french bakery on Magazine St
Drinks & Nightlife
Great wine and small plates right across St. Charles!
Dozens of beers on tap, and a nice patio with sports on TV
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The Bulldog, Uptown
3236 Magazine StDozens of beers on tap, and a nice patio with sports on TV
NOLA Brewing Co.
3033 Tchoupitoulas StGreat local brewery
Rendezvous Tavern
3101 Magazine StFor those who like dive bars
Cure
4905 Freret StGreat craft cocktails
Bouligny Tavern
3641 Magazine StGood wines and cocktails, upscale
Le Bon Temps
4801 Magazine StSmall bar with live local music most nights
One of the best places to catch local bands like Rebirth Brass Band and other famous local musicians. Consider eating next door at Jacque Imo's if you go here.
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Maple Leaf Bar
8316 Oak StOne of the best places to catch local bands like Rebirth Brass Band and other famous local musicians. Consider eating next door at Jacque Imo's if you go here.
Live music most nights, cozy atmosphere. Avoid if smell of cigar smoke bothers you!
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Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar
5535 Tchoupitoulas StLive music most nights, cozy atmosphere. Avoid if smell of cigar smoke bothers you!
The best place in town to see a variety of local music in a small area. Dozens of bars with jazz, blues, reggae, rock, and more.
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Frenchmen Street
The best place in town to see a variety of local music in a small area. Dozens of bars with jazz, blues, reggae, rock, and more.
Beautiful old hotel with a bar and porch overlooking St. Charles Avenue, live music some nights
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The Columns Hotel
3811 St Charles AveBeautiful old hotel with a bar and porch overlooking St. Charles Avenue, live music some nights
The Delachaise
3442 St Charles AveSightseeing
Jackson Square
701 Decatur StArts & Culture
Preservation Hall
726 St PeterBest place in town for traditional Jazz
The Music Box Village
4557 N Rampart StEntertainment & Activities
Audubon Aquarium
1 Canal StAudubon Park
6500 Magazine StLyons Recreation Center
624 Louisiana AvePublic pool open Memorial Day - Labor Day
Parks & Nature
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour
6601 Leo Kerner Lafitte PkwySee some alligators!
Audubon Park station
Locals call it "The Fly." The closest thing to a beach in town - relax on the grass overlooking the Mississippi River
Riverview Drive
Locals call it "The Fly." The closest thing to a beach in town - relax on the grass overlooking the Mississippi River
Shopping
Antique stores, clothing, art, and just about everything else!
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Magazine Street
Magazine StreetAntique stores, clothing, art, and just about everything else!
The Fresh Market
3338 St Charles Ave