Guidebook for Metairie
Food Scene
Drago's boasts some of the best char-broiled oysters in NOLA, and it is a fantastic place for an evening party or business lunch.
*plan for a longer than average wait*
42 locals recommend
Drago's Metairie
3232 N Arnoult RdDrago's boasts some of the best char-broiled oysters in NOLA, and it is a fantastic place for an evening party or business lunch.
*plan for a longer than average wait*
Locally owned and operated, Pho Michael, is one of the best Vietnamese Cuisines you can get. I have tried over half of the menu, and not one time have I been disappointed. The staff and management are very attentive and caring from the first smile at the door until the gracious and satisfied departure.
Pho Michael
3559 18th StLocally owned and operated, Pho Michael, is one of the best Vietnamese Cuisines you can get. I have tried over half of the menu, and not one time have I been disappointed. The staff and management are very attentive and caring from the first smile at the door until the gracious and satisfied departure.
If you are in the mood for Mediterranean Food, Albasha is the place to go. This is one of our go-to places for group lunches or family evenings. They keep the ambiance authentic, and always provide great service.
ALBASHA GREEK & LEBANESE RESTUARANT
3501 Severn AveIf you are in the mood for Mediterranean Food, Albasha is the place to go. This is one of our go-to places for group lunches or family evenings. They keep the ambiance authentic, and always provide great service.
Fun little mexican restaurant with generous portions and a killer queso! They are tucked into an unassuming shopping mall, but make no mistake, their cuisine will make a big impact on your tastebuds without busting your wallet.
24 locals recommend
Taqueria Corona
5932 Magazine StFun little mexican restaurant with generous portions and a killer queso! They are tucked into an unassuming shopping mall, but make no mistake, their cuisine will make a big impact on your tastebuds without busting your wallet.
Looking for a local, romantic evening with that special someone? Look no further! Impastato's is a timeless local fine dining establishment with live music and an ambiance that stirs up all the feels for that intimate evening away. You are almost certain to spot a local legend here!
Impastato's Restaurant
3400 16th StLooking for a local, romantic evening with that special someone? Look no further! Impastato's is a timeless local fine dining establishment with live music and an ambiance that stirs up all the feels for that intimate evening away. You are almost certain to spot a local legend here!
Some of the NOLA area's best sushi and hibachi are found right in the heart of Metairie at Shogun. They offer a lively and family-friendly dining experience, and are sure to leave your cravings pleased.
7 locals recommend
Shogun
2325 Veterans Memorial BlvdSome of the NOLA area's best sushi and hibachi are found right in the heart of Metairie at Shogun. They offer a lively and family-friendly dining experience, and are sure to leave your cravings pleased.
Local legend, Bobby Hebert, offers this upbeat sportbar that is a local interpretation of Walk-On's with many Louisiana favorites on the menu.
6 locals recommend
Bobby Hebert's Cajun Cannon
4101 Veterans Memorial BlvdLocal legend, Bobby Hebert, offers this upbeat sportbar that is a local interpretation of Walk-On's with many Louisiana favorites on the menu.
#1 Po'boy Place in NOLA! "Parran" is Cajun for Godfather, and here, you will be treated like family and stuffed to the gills with any over their overstuffed poboys or any of their other local favorites. Be sure to try one of our favorites as a starter: Gumbo with Potato Salad (Served as two sides, but oh! So delicious when eaten together!)
Their blackened shrimp poboy is to die for!
7 locals recommend
Parran's Po-Boys & Restaurant
3939 Veterans Blvd#1 Po'boy Place in NOLA! "Parran" is Cajun for Godfather, and here, you will be treated like family and stuffed to the gills with any over their overstuffed poboys or any of their other local favorites. Be sure to try one of our favorites as a starter: Gumbo with Potato Salad (Served as two sides, but oh! So delicious when eaten together!)
Their blackened shrimp poboy is to die for!
Pizza may not be what brought you to NOLA, but when that craving hits, quench it with the best. Mark Twain's Pizza is a local tradition, but certainly transcends to fill those pizza cravings from around the globe.
Mark Twain's Pizza
2035 Metairie RdPizza may not be what brought you to NOLA, but when that craving hits, quench it with the best. Mark Twain's Pizza is a local tradition, but certainly transcends to fill those pizza cravings from around the globe.
Stake your heart on Vincent's! When Love is in the air, a fine-dining, delectable steak entre from Vincent's is sure to create a perfect marriage of savory satisfaction and royal service!
78 locals recommend
Vincent's
7839 St Charles AveStake your heart on Vincent's! When Love is in the air, a fine-dining, delectable steak entre from Vincent's is sure to create a perfect marriage of savory satisfaction and royal service!
"The Real Coffee of Italy" - Puccino's has given every family and friendship around memories shared over a Frozen Puccino, or a quick caffeine boost before a night on the town.
Puccino's Coffee
3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd"The Real Coffee of Italy" - Puccino's has given every family and friendship around memories shared over a Frozen Puccino, or a quick caffeine boost before a night on the town.
Don't let down time get bring down the mood. Caffe Caffe creates quick, yet quality bites and a generous array of desserts and coffee favorites. This is a perfect spot for a quick business lunch, a light meal between events, or a place to reflect on life with those you care about.
Caffè! Caffè! - Clearview
4301 Clearview PkwyDon't let down time get bring down the mood. Caffe Caffe creates quick, yet quality bites and a generous array of desserts and coffee favorites. This is a perfect spot for a quick business lunch, a light meal between events, or a place to reflect on life with those you care about.
Brighten your morning after a late night out with a local tradition at CC's. This is also a fantastic place to catch up on your business obligations, studies, or reading list. Situated next door to Barnes and Noble's, you may want to grab your favorite literature before settling in with a Dark Roast with Chicory.
CC's Coffee House
3647 Veterans Memorial BlvdBrighten your morning after a late night out with a local tradition at CC's. This is also a fantastic place to catch up on your business obligations, studies, or reading list. Situated next door to Barnes and Noble's, you may want to grab your favorite literature before settling in with a Dark Roast with Chicory.
Glamour and posh are not limited to what you wear. At Sucre, every bite, every sip, and every angle of your piece gleams like a supermodel striking oohs and ahs in the heart of every beholder. Satisfy your sweet heart with the decadent art before you.
123 locals recommend
Sucré
3025 Magazine StGlamour and posh are not limited to what you wear. At Sucre, every bite, every sip, and every angle of your piece gleams like a supermodel striking oohs and ahs in the heart of every beholder. Satisfy your sweet heart with the decadent art before you.
Heaven left the window open and poured down the smoothest and sweetest cup of angelic goodness, and it comes in a myriad of flavors.
9 locals recommend
Sno-La Snowballs
8108 Hampson StHeaven left the window open and poured down the smoothest and sweetest cup of angelic goodness, and it comes in a myriad of flavors.
Indulge your creativity, and get your day kicked off chipper with your pick of the sweet or savory offerings they provide.
Waffles On Maple Metairie
4650 W Esplanade AveIndulge your creativity, and get your day kicked off chipper with your pick of the sweet or savory offerings they provide.
Cafe Du Monde French Market
800 Decatur StAngelo Brocato
214 N Carrollton AveMost romantic gelato and pastry shop in NOLA!
Surrey's Café & Juice Bar
1418 Magazine StreetOne of our favorite brunch spots
Ruby Slipper Cafe
315 S Broad StDelightful spot for breakfast or a local coffee break.
One of New Orleans most well established restaurant groups, Palace Cafe, on the iconic Canal Street, is one of Dickey Brennon's originals, and is well known for its brunch and selection of spirits.
46 locals recommend
Palace Café
605 Canal StOne of New Orleans most well established restaurant groups, Palace Cafe, on the iconic Canal Street, is one of Dickey Brennon's originals, and is well known for its brunch and selection of spirits.
Fine Dining One-of-a-Kind Buffet with many Louisiana favorites
84 locals recommend
The Court of Two Sisters
613 Royal StFine Dining One-of-a-Kind Buffet with many Louisiana favorites
Fine Dining in the heart of the French Quarter on Historic Bourbon St
25 locals recommend
Bourbon Cowboy
241 Bourbon StFine Dining in the heart of the French Quarter on Historic Bourbon St
Arnaud's
813 Bienville StFine Dining Local Favorite
Remoulade
309 Bourbon StFormal Bourbon St fine dining establishment
Commander's Palace
1403 Washington AveTop Notch romantic and high-society must.
Dat Dog
5030 Freret StBudget and family friendly gourmet hotdog spot
District Donuts Sliders Brew
2209 Magazine StSome of the best donuts and sliders in the Nation!
Creole Creamery
4924 Prytania StOh! So Smooth and numerous flavors! **Cash Only**
Gelato newcomer with several fantastic takes on filling that sweet craving.
13 locals recommend
Piccola Gelateria
4500 Magazine StreetGelato newcomer with several fantastic takes on filling that sweet craving.
Cafe du Monde's original competition, Morning Call is a very similar New Orleans Beignet spot.
221 locals recommend
Morning Call
56 Dreyfous DrCafe du Monde's original competition, Morning Call is a very similar New Orleans Beignet spot.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Spotted Cat Music Club
623 Frenchmen StPrime Example Jazz Club
1909 N Broad StFulton on Tap
600 Fulton StAdults Only Bowling Alley and Bar
Bowl with friends, Listen to a local band, and enjoy your favorite cocktail.
160 locals recommend
Rock 'N' Bowl
3016 S Carrollton AveBowl with friends, Listen to a local band, and enjoy your favorite cocktail.
Harrah's Casino station
Sightseeing
Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France
615 Pere Antoine AlleyMagazine Street
Magazine StreetNOLA Uptown Shopping and Window Shopping at its best.
Hipster Central - Freret is the laid-back, trend-setting strip with great eats and chill seats in the likes of Dat Dog, Piccola Gelateria, Smashburger, and more.
35 locals recommend
Freret Street
Freret StreetHipster Central - Freret is the laid-back, trend-setting strip with great eats and chill seats in the likes of Dat Dog, Piccola Gelateria, Smashburger, and more.
Canal Street
Canal Street
Garden District
Frenchmen Street
Saint Charles Avenue
Saint Charles AvenueOak Street
Oak StreetBourbon Street
Bourbon Street
French Quarter
Buckner Mansion
1410 Jackson AveStately, historical mansion built in 1856.
Entertainment & Activities
Enjoy Broadway's Best in one of the most iconic Theatre's in the region.
112 locals recommend
Saenger Theatre
1111 Canal StEnjoy Broadway's Best in one of the most iconic Theatre's in the region.
Audubon Zoo station
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
1 Canal StThe Broad Theater
636 N Broad StHome of the Zurich Classic, TPC Louisiana is a picturesque golf club a short drive from New Orleans.
TPC Louisiana
11001 Lapalco BlvdHome of the Zurich Classic, TPC Louisiana is a picturesque golf club a short drive from New Orleans.
DEFY New Orleans (Previously Sector6 Extreme Air Sports)
612 Distributors RowTrampoline Park
Laser Tag of Metairie
2421 Veterans Memorial BlvdFun Arcade
Mercedes-Benz Superdome
1500 Sugar Bowl Dr Home of the Iconic New Orleans Saints NFL Team
Smoothie King Center
1501 Dave Dixon DrHome of the New Orleans Pelicans NBA Team
Beautiful and ornate gardens around a stately masion great for events or romantic afternoon walks.
30 locals recommend
Longue Vue House and Gardens
7 Bamboo RdBeautiful and ornate gardens around a stately masion great for events or romantic afternoon walks.
Shopping
Lakeside Shopping Center
3301 Veterans Memorial BlvdShops of the Colonnade - French Market
1008 N Peters StOne Canal Place
365 Canal StElmwood Shopping Center
1200 S Clearview PkwyHome Malone
629 N Carrollton AveLocal Favorite for New Orleans and Louisiana Decor and gifts.
Arts & Culture
The National WWII Museum
945 Magazine StNew Orleans Museum of Art
1 Collins Diboll CirLouisiana Children's Museum
15 Henry Thomas DrMardi Gras World
1380 Port of New Orleans PlEverything Mardi Gras!
Julia Street
Julia StreetNumerous Museums line Julia St near the French Quarter
Royal Street is another destination for museums, antique shops, and art galleries.
156 locals recommend
Royal Street
Royal StreetRoyal Street is another destination for museums, antique shops, and art galleries.
Parks & Nature
Lafreniere Park
3000 Downs BlvdCity Park
1 Palm DrAudubon Park station
Crescent Park Trail
Crescent Park TrailJust a few minutes walk, and you are standing beside one of the largest lakes in the US! The nearby lake scene includes the picturesque Causeway Bridge, a 24+ mile paved walking/bicycle trail, and the Bonnabel Lakefront Park, a nearby park with a large playground, boat launch, and dogpark.
Bonnabel Playground
Just a few minutes walk, and you are standing beside one of the largest lakes in the US! The nearby lake scene includes the picturesque Causeway Bridge, a 24+ mile paved walking/bicycle trail, and the Bonnabel Lakefront Park, a nearby park with a large playground, boat launch, and dogpark.