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Acme Oyster House
Since 1910, whenever New Orleanians want the best raw & fried oysters, they head straight to this French Quarter favorite. Everybody loves their down-home gumbo, red beans & rice and fried platters.
724 Iberville Street, (504) 522-5973
3000 Veterans Parkway, (504) 309-4056

Harbor Seafood and Oyster Bar
This neighborhood hot spot is just the place to satisfy your appetite for N'Awlins seafood. Harbor is bound to have something in the net for you, including a large variety of fresh fish, such as Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, Orange Roughy, Salmon and more. They also offer Po-Boys, Seafood Baskets and Boiled Seafood to satisfy that Cajun Craving. Go where the locals go.
Open for lunch and dinner daily from 11 am to 10:30 pm.
Major credit cards accepted.
3203 Williams Blvd, Kenner, (504) 443-6465

Redfish Grill
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Casual New Orleans-Style fine dining seafood restaurant. Redfish Grill dishes include Grilled Shrimp & Shittake Mushroom Quesadillas, Crescent City Springrolls, Sweet Potato Catfish and Louisiana Crawfish Sushi Rolls. In addition to Chef Mitch's culinary wizardry, guests will also enjoy raw oysters from our raw bar.
115 Bourbon St. (504)598-1200
go to website: www.redfishgrill.com

CAJUN, CREOLE & LOCAL CUISINE
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Bayona
Chef owned Susan Spicer, flagship restaurant, and one of New Orleans' finest. Charming Creole Cottage with courtyard dining. Nationally acclaimed eclectic cuisine.
430 Dauphine, (504) 525-4455

Bon Ton Cafe
Enjoy authentic Louisiana Country cooking at New Orleans' oldest Cajun restaurant. Located in the historical 1840's Natchez building in the Central Business District, 4 blocks from the world famous French Quarter. Enjoy traditional Cajun specialties such as: crawfish etouffee, crawfish bisque., shrimp and oyster jambalaya, lump crab meat entrees, and Red Fish Bon Ton.
401 Magazine Street, (504) 524-3386

Clancy's
Located on a quiet neighborhood corner, the contemporary Creole food attracts a loyal following of Uptown locals. Extensive and well priced wine list. Specials include rabbit sausage en croute, smoked soft-shell crab, tuna au poivre and fried oysters with brie. 6100 Annunciation St., (504) 895-1111

Commander's Palace
A hidden jewel in the heart of New Orleans's Garden District, Commander's Palace is among the finest dining experiences in the world. Commander's gardens are well shaded and thick with lush greenery. Running water completes the serene setting with sounds that soothe the soul and set the mood for an unparalleled culinary adventure. 1403 Washington Avenue (504) 899-8221
go to website: www.commanderspalace.com

Copeland's Cheesecake Bistro
"California Creole Cuisine" is the fare at Copeland's sister restaurant, mixing famous New Orleans Creole dishes with healthy, popular West Coast items. Over 25 different varieties of cheesecake are on offer.
4517 Veterans Blvd., (504) 887-8873

Copeland's of New Orleans
The ultimate New Orleans experience! Cajun American cuisine, such as pasta Cajunara with julienned ham tasso and mushrooms in Alfredo sauce, or calamari scampi over angel hair pasta. Start with the original onion mum. Lunch specials daily.
701 Veterans Blvd., (504) 831-3437
1001 S. Clearview Pkwy., (504) 733-7843
1700 Lapalco Blvd., (504) 364-1575
1337 Gause Blvd., (504) 643-0001

Crescent City Brewhouse
Located in a beautifully restored, historic French Quarter Building, the Crescent City Brewhouse offers the finest selection of innovative New Orleans Cuisine. New Orleans' only restaurant and microbrewery showcases hand-crafted premium lagers brewed on the premises. Sample a fresh Pilsner beer with Crab Cakes Tchoupitoulas, or a Red Stallion beer with Pasta Jambalaya while enjoying the sights and sounds of the Quarter! Special features included courtyard and balcony dining, a fresh oyster bar and LIVE JAZZ nightly!
527 Decatur St., (504) 522-0571

Cuvee
This gem in the central Business district of New Orleans has secured the delight of its patrons by embracing two of the city's myriad culinary influences: French and Spanis. Cuvee has received high marks and honors. A few to mention: "Best New Restaurant award from Esquire Magazine" Best New Restaurant and New Chef by New Orleans Magazine, and Conde Nast Magazine's choice as one of the "Top 100 Restaurants" in the world.
322 Magazine St. (504) 587-9001

Domilise's Po-Boy Restaurant
The best po-boys in town, a must while in New Orleans! An uptown family tradition dating back to the 1930's. Known for their roast beef, shrimp, oyster and hot smoked sausage po-boys.
5240 Annunciation St., (504) 899-9126

Galatoire's
Galatoire's is the French Creole spirit of New Orleans. Revel in such indulgences as Brabant Potatoes, Trout Almandine, Crabmeat Maison and Shrimp Remoulade, delicately prepared by the family that helped make New Orleans dining famous.
209 Bourbon Street, (504) 525-2021

Gumbo Shop
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Beautifully restored 1794 building with a mural dining room and garden patio, serving traditional and contemporary Creole cuisine, including two gumbos, etouffee, blackened and grilled fish or chicken. Fresh fish and pasta dishes change daily.
630 Saint Peter, (504) 525-1486
go to website: www.gumboshop.com

Herbsaint
Deliciously prepared food and fine wine served with attention to detail in a relaxed atmosphere. Chefs Susan Spicer and Donald Link collaborate in the kitchen to make this dream a reality. Herbsaint offers high quality French American cuisine and a progressive wine list for moderate prices as well as the feel of your friend's favorite dinner party.
701 St. Charles Ave. (504) 524-4114

Jacques-I-mo's Cafe
"Real New Orleans" describes both the food and the Creole/Cajun Cuisine & atmosphere of this unique fun eatery in the historic Oak St. district. Soulful Courtyard dining. Located just two blocks from the street car line next to Maple Leaf music club, this is a true local experience.
Lunch: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner: Tues.-Sat. 6-10 p.m. Sun. brunch 11-2 p.m.
8324 Oak Street (504)861-0886

K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen
Come pass a good time and have a great meal with the expert touch of Chef Paul Prudhomme's creativity and Magic Seasoning Blends. Exciting menu changes daily according to the freshest ingredients available. Home of the original blackened redfish.
416 Chartres St., (504) 524-7394

La Petit Grocery
This refurbished building now houses a bistro but was formerly a grocery back in the 1890's. The dining room features pressed tin walls, late Victorian sconces and high ceilings. The cuisine, contemporary French New Orleans, has been rated 4 beans by the Times Picayune. New Restaurant 2004 Gambit.
4238 Magazine St. (504) 891-3377

Mr. B's
Contemporary Creole cuisine located in the heart of the French Quarter, with all the hospitality characteristic of New Orleans & the Brennan family. Famous for its hickory- grilled meats and fish, pasta jambalaya, Gumbo Ya-Ya and barbecued shrimp.
201 Royal Street, (504) 523-2078

Mulate's
For a true taste of Cajun culture, come to the restaurant that made it famous! Live Cajun music and dancing nightly, and a great Cajun menu featuring: Catfish Mulate's, a grilled catfish fillet topped with crawfish etouffee, and our giant Cajun Seafood Platter. Mulate's.. where we Cajun celebrate our food, music, and heritage, and where the rest of the world comes to join in our celebration.
201 Julia Street, (504) 522-1492, (800) 854-9149

Napoleon House Bar & Cafe
Family owned and operated since 1914, this internationally known cafe occupies the first floor of Girod House, a 197-year old National Historic Landmark. In keeping with its character, the menu features local sandwiches, soups, salad, and gumbo; the music is classical.
500 Chartres St., (504) 524-9752

Ralph's on the Park
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Housed in a beautifully renovated historic building across from the main entrance to City Park. Executive Chef Gerard Maras' "Louisiana French" Cuisine celebrates regional ingredients with classic French preparations and sauces. The restaurant's decor is decidedly residential in look and feel. Locals love the comfortable bar adjacent to the main dining room. Don't miss the Butter Crusted Baked Baby Drum, Hickory Grilled Lamb Chops and Lobster Ravioli.
900 City Park Ave. (504) 488-1000
go to website: www.ralphsonthepark.com

Restaurant August
This sleek, new restaurant occupies a historic four story Creole-French building in the CBD dating back to the 1800s. Chef John Besh's inspirations for August's innovative menu are the classical techniques he learned through the Culinary Institute of America paired with the Creole influences that come naturally to one "born on the bayou." Besh defined his Contemporary French cuisine and has been honored for his style by Food & Wine magazine, who named him one of its "Top 10 Best New Chefs in America." New Orleans Magazine ranked him "Best New Chef of 1998" and Gourmet magazine honored him in an article listing "Top Restaurants of America."
301 Tchoupitoulas St. (504) 299-9777

Tujague's
Catering to the tastes of New Orleanians for over 125 years in an engagingly unpretentious and friendly way. Enjoy traditional Creole full-service, six course table d'hote fare, from the famous beef brisket to the bread pudding, with choice of entree.
823 Decatur St., (504) 525-8676

Upperline Cafe
Southern Living/Travel South Magazine, 1990 "If you can eat at only one fine restaurant in New Orleans, make it the Upperline. Local art, eclectic Creole menu, award winning wine list, whimsical ambiance and delicious food. Located in Uptown New Orleans. Take the Streetcar. Reservations needed.
1413 Upperline Street, (504) 891-9822

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Bacco
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A "blue jeans to black tie" Creole Italian bistro, with homemade pastas and wood-fired pizzas, innovative Creole Italian fare and fresh regional seafood, such as crabmeat or crawfish ravioli and roasted Gulf shrimp. Breads and pastries made on the premises.
310 Chartres St., (504) 522-2426
go to website: www.bacco.com

Barecca's
A scrumptious, gastronomic feast of creative seafood dishes and casual Italian cuisine, featuring courtyard dining. Try the grilled tuna or polished trout with pecans and brown meniere sauce. The baked oyster d'Italia and barbecued shrimp are a must!
3100 Metairie Rd., (504) 831-4546

Christian's
Located in a quaint renovated old church serving a blend of French and Creole Cuisine. Enjoy sautéed shrimp in saffron butter or veal Madeira with mushrooms under stained glass windows, cathedral ceilings with exposed beams and lots of greenery.
3835 Iberville St., (504) 482-4924

Liuzza's
This mid-city landmark has been treasured by locals since 1947 for its recipes of down- home Louisiana, Cajun, Italian and refreshing seafood dishes. Featuring culinary delights prepared with the freshest ingredients available, served in generous portions at affordable prices. Coldest beer in the city, served in oversized frosted glasses.
3636 Bienville St., (504) 482-9120

Eleven 79
This early 1800's merchant cottage serves classical Italian cuisine prepared in the traditional manner, as well as New Orleans cuisine reflecting our heritage.
1179 Annunciation St.,(504) 299-1179

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Camellia Grill
Since 1946, New Orleans most famous lunch counter serving enormous hamburgers, and sandwiches, the favorite house chili, fluffy omelettes, Southern sweet pecan waffles and assorted pies. The best late night place to eat in town.
626 S. Carrollton Avenue, (504) 866-9573

Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant
When the New Orleans CBD and Warehouse District finishes work, Lucy's is the place to enjoy wild drink specials, awesome margaritas, ice cold beer, hot music and sights. Don't miss the Lucy's Ricky, the Fred's Ethel fajitas, spinach burritos or the fish tacos. A great singles, afternoon, happenin' spot!
701 Tchoupitoulas Street, (504) 523-8995

Martinique Bistro
Enjoy Parisian cuisine and ambiance in an authentic Bistro atmosphere. Try great Caribbean items such as boned organic pork chops in a caramelized coconut and balsamic vinegar sauce, or salmon with sesame crust and dwarf banana sauce.
5908 Magazine Street, (504) 891-8495

P.J.'s Coffee & Tea
Consistently named New Orleans ' best coffee house by Gambit and New Orleans Magazine, P.J.'s roasts all its own coffees on Bayou St. John.
644 Camp St. (504)529-3658
634 Fenchmen St. (504)949-2292
7624 Maple St. (504)866-9963
5432 Magazine St. (504)865-0273
2727 Prytania St. (504)866-0335

New Orleans Coffee & Concierge
Where food and art meet. Enjoy courtyard dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner, in the midst of the world's finest art galleries and antique shops. Selection of International coffee drinks and cordials and an exclusive Robert Mondavi wine bar.
334B Royal Street, (504) 524-5530

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Windsor Court Hotel
American cuisuine with a local flavor. Enjoy the "Grill Room" for fine dining, while "Le Salon" offers afternoon tea and chamber music. "Polo Lounge" has light fare, drinks and live jazz.
300 Gravier Street, New Orleans (504) 596-4792

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ANDOUILLE (ahn-doo-ye) -- Plump and spicy country sausage, used in Red Beans & Rice and other Creole recipes.

BEIGNET (bane-yea) -- Sweet, square doughnuts that are heavily sprinkled with powdered sugar.

BOUDIN (boo-dan) -- Hot, spicy sausage that has pork, onions, rice, and herbs mixed together.

BREAD PUDDING -- There are many versions, but at its best it's light, fluffy and smothered in whiskey sauce.

CAFE AU LAIT (caf-ay oh-lay) -- A half and half mixture of hot coffee and hot milk.

CAFE BRULOT (caf-ay brooloh) -- An after dinner coffee with spices, orange peel, and liqueurs.

CAJUN (cay-jun) -- Nickname for Acadians, the French-speaking people who migrated to Louisiana from Nova Scotia.

CHICORY (chick-ory) -- An herb that is dried, ground, roasted and used to flavor New Orleans coffee.

COURTBOULLION (coo-boo-yon) -- A spicy stew made with fish, tomatoes, onions and vegetables.

CRAWFISH -- Locally known as Mudbugs. Served in many different New Orleans dishes. Only the tail of the crawfish is eaten.

CREOLE (cree-ole) -- People of mixed French and Spanish blood who are born in South Louisiana. Now, can also describe a type of cuisine and a style of architecture.

DIRTY RICE -- Pan-fried leftover cooked rice sautéed with green peppers, onion, celery and giblets.

DRESSED -- Sandwiches (see Po-boy) made with lettuce and tomatoes.

ETOUFEE (ay-too-fay) -- A tangy tomato-based sauce. Etoufee is used in many New Orleans dishes.

FILE (fee-lay) -- Ground sassafras leaves used to season gumbo.

GRILLADES (gree-yads) -- Squares of broiled beef or veal.

GRITS -- Coarsely ground hominy grain. Looks like mashed potatoes, but tastes like corn.

GUMBO -- A thick, mostly okra-based soup that is poured over cooked rice. There are many different types of gumbo, including, Chicken Gumbo, Shrimp Gumbo, and Crawfish Gumbo.

JAMBAYLAYA (jum-bo-lie-yah) -- Tomatoes, cooked rice, ham, andouille, chicken, celery, onions and seasonings. Similar to paella.

MIRLITON -- A "Vegetable Pear." The insides are cooked like squash, mixed with ham, shrimp and spices, and stuffed into the vegetable.

MUFFULETTA -- A huge, round sandwich consisting of ham, salami, and other meats, cheese, pickles, and olive salad.

PRALINE (praw-leen) -- A New Orleans candy. Flat and sweet, it is made of sugar, water, and pecans.

PO-BOY -- A large sandwich served on French bread. Po-Boys can be stuffed with fried oysters, fried shrimp, roast beef and gravy, softshell crabs, turkey, or hot sausage. (See Dressed)

RED BEANS & RICE -- Red Kidney beans mixed with rice, seasonings, spices and (andouille) sausage. Traditionally, Red Beans and Rice was served on Mondays, because Monday was wash day, and the Red Beans could simmer and cook all day without attention.

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