Guidebook for New Orleans
Food Scene
Amazing coffee and food with a cool, casual vibe. And there are often star sightings at this location given the proximity to one of the local film sound stages.
148 locals recommend
Hivolt
1829 Sophie Wright PlAmazing coffee and food with a cool, casual vibe. And there are often star sightings at this location given the proximity to one of the local film sound stages.
James Beard award winning restaurant that never disappoints. And if you ask nice we might be able to help with reservations;)
448 locals recommend
Cochon RESTAURANT
930 Tchoupitoulas StJames Beard award winning restaurant that never disappoints. And if you ask nice we might be able to help with reservations;)
A cool little coffee shop that roasts their own beans locally. And they even deliver locally in old Citroens!
183 locals recommend
French Truck Coffee
1200 Magazine StA cool little coffee shop that roasts their own beans locally. And they even deliver locally in old Citroens!
If you love cheese this is a MUST! The sandwiches and salads are delicious and the mac and cheese is loved by children and adults alike. There's plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy as well.
88 locals recommend
St. James Cheese Company - Uptown
5004 Prytania StIf you love cheese this is a MUST! The sandwiches and salads are delicious and the mac and cheese is loved by children and adults alike. There's plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy as well.
A lounge-y, old world wine bar that specializes in unique flights of wine and has super yummy truffle fries along with other small plates and delicious treats.
41 locals recommend
The Tasting Room
1906 Magazine StA lounge-y, old world wine bar that specializes in unique flights of wine and has super yummy truffle fries along with other small plates and delicious treats.
This lovely French and Italian inspired bistro is something of a secret for visitors. Cushy banquette seating in an old grocery with the original tin ceiling. Don't miss out on the crab claws!
137 locals recommend
Lilette
3637 Magazine StThis lovely French and Italian inspired bistro is something of a secret for visitors. Cushy banquette seating in an old grocery with the original tin ceiling. Don't miss out on the crab claws!
A great spot in a building full of shops that serves as a meeting spot for many walking tours. Don't miss out on the book store upstairs.
31 locals recommend
Still Perkin'
2727 Prytania StA great spot in a building full of shops that serves as a meeting spot for many walking tours. Don't miss out on the book store upstairs.
A newcomer to the LGD, this Mexican restaurant has great food and funky decor. Check ahead to see if it's still BYOB.
6 locals recommend
Rosa Mezcal
1814 Magazine StreetA newcomer to the LGD, this Mexican restaurant has great food and funky decor. Check ahead to see if it's still BYOB.
If you like giant donuts this is the place for you. Word has it they're developing a chicken and waffles donut.
266 locals recommend
District Donuts Sliders Brew
2209 Magazine StIf you like giant donuts this is the place for you. Word has it they're developing a chicken and waffles donut.
Another James Beard award winning restaurant by the same team as Cochon. The seafood is super fresh and abundant and the open space is perfect for a family dinner or larger celebration.
261 locals recommend
Pêche Seafood Grill
800 Magazine StAnother James Beard award winning restaurant by the same team as Cochon. The seafood is super fresh and abundant and the open space is perfect for a family dinner or larger celebration.
Do yourself a favor, skip the lines at Cafe du Monde and hop on the Streetcar. Morning Call's beignets and cafe au lait are fantastic and City Park is a beautiful place to enjoy them.
221 locals recommend
Morning Call
56 Dreyfous DrDo yourself a favor, skip the lines at Cafe du Monde and hop on the Streetcar. Morning Call's beignets and cafe au lait are fantastic and City Park is a beautiful place to enjoy them.
The 2nd location for THE BEST BURGER IN NOLA! Check out the Freret St location if you want to experience the original.
20 locals recommend
The Company Burger
611 O'Keefe AveThe 2nd location for THE BEST BURGER IN NOLA! Check out the Freret St location if you want to experience the original.
Talk about old school New Orleans. If you want to feel like a socialite try a Friday lunch.
146 locals recommend
Clancy's Restaurant
6100 Annunciation StTalk about old school New Orleans. If you want to feel like a socialite try a Friday lunch.
So maybe you weren't thinking middle eastern food when you're in NOLA but this is worth it for the house made pita bread alone!
218 locals recommend
Shaya
4213 Magazine StSo maybe you weren't thinking middle eastern food when you're in NOLA but this is worth it for the house made pita bread alone!
This LGD spot has both traditional and exotic burgers like elk and buffalo. Their balcony on Magazine street can't be beat for outdoor seating.
21 locals recommend
Charcoal's Gourmet Burger Bar
2200 Magazine StreetThis LGD spot has both traditional and exotic burgers like elk and buffalo. Their balcony on Magazine street can't be beat for outdoor seating.
Primitivo
1800 Oretha Castle Haley BoulevardGo for the happy hour specials $1 ribs and half off cocktails.
Juan's is the perfect spot for a family friendly meal or just what the Dr ordered for that hangover.
198 locals recommend
Juan's Flying Burrito - LGD
2018 Magazine StJuan's is the perfect spot for a family friendly meal or just what the Dr ordered for that hangover.
Fantastic breakfast but beware there are ALWAYS lines at both this location and the other further up Magazine so plan ahead!
392 locals recommend
Surrey's Café & Juice Bar
1418 Magazine StreetFantastic breakfast but beware there are ALWAYS lines at both this location and the other further up Magazine so plan ahead!
Lilly's Café
1813 Magazine StGreat Pho, spring rolls and other Vietnamese specialties.
A walk away, this bar has a great selection of beer, liquor and wine. A food truck is usually parked out front at night.
114 locals recommend
Barrel Proof
1201 Magazine StA walk away, this bar has a great selection of beer, liquor and wine. A food truck is usually parked out front at night.
Shopping
Cochon's little brother deli and sandwich shop. We highly recommend taking a slab of the bacon home with you. And though the food is the true star be on the lookout for the tribute to Star Wars.
448 locals recommend
Cochon RESTAURANT
930 Tchoupitoulas StCochon's little brother deli and sandwich shop. We highly recommend taking a slab of the bacon home with you. And though the food is the true star be on the lookout for the tribute to Star Wars.
Super fresh unique juices to get your through the whirlwind of your stay. The proprietress is very knowledgeable on nutrition and wholistic living.
10 locals recommend
Raw Republic
4528 Magazine StSuper fresh unique juices to get your through the whirlwind of your stay. The proprietress is very knowledgeable on nutrition and wholistic living.
Drinks & Nightlife
This upscale pub has both indoor and outdoor seating and a fantastic menu. The fries are truly the best I've ever eaten. If you're there late it's also a service industry hang out.
124 locals recommend
Bouligny Tavern
3641 Magazine StThis upscale pub has both indoor and outdoor seating and a fantastic menu. The fries are truly the best I've ever eaten. If you're there late it's also a service industry hang out.
Wonderful Italian menu with pizzas, pastas and small plates. Located in The Roosevelt Hotel. Be sure to take a tour of the lobby before or after your meal.
112 locals recommend
Domenica
123 Baronne StWonderful Italian menu with pizzas, pastas and small plates. Located in The Roosevelt Hotel. Be sure to take a tour of the lobby before or after your meal.
Who doesn't want to drink beer or wine at an open air pub on St. Charles Ave?
166 locals recommend
Avenue Pub
1732 St Charles AveWho doesn't want to drink beer or wine at an open air pub on St. Charles Ave?
A New Orleans classic with many traditional dishes. They recently opened a bar and steakhouse nearby.
167 locals recommend
Galatoires
209 Bourbon StA New Orleans classic with many traditional dishes. They recently opened a bar and steakhouse nearby.
If you're looking to see brass bands and other live music this corner spot is perfect.
153 locals recommend
Le Bon Temps
4801 Magazine StIf you're looking to see brass bands and other live music this corner spot is perfect.
Everything Else
This vintage style dress shop has developed a serious cult following over the years and is one of my wife's favorites. Check out their lingerie and shoe shops on either side.
52 locals recommend
Trashy Diva Clothing Boutique
2048 Magazine StThis vintage style dress shop has developed a serious cult following over the years and is one of my wife's favorites. Check out their lingerie and shoe shops on either side.
Funky cool furniture and home goods both made locally and imported from exotic locales.
Discoveries Furniture & Finds
2850 Magazine StFunky cool furniture and home goods both made locally and imported from exotic locales.
Shine Spa + Specialties
421 North Carrollton AvenueNear City Park. My wife claims the best facial she's ever had.
An authentic Jewish deli with great sandwiches and a hilariously grumpy proprietor. Check them out on Instagram before you go.
216 locals recommend
Stein's Market and Deli
2207 Magazine StAn authentic Jewish deli with great sandwiches and a hilariously grumpy proprietor. Check them out on Instagram before you go.
Looking to get in some partner dancing lessons or workout. This spot has 4 dance studios and fun classes. Schedule on nolaspaces.com.
Dance Quarter
1719 Toledano StLooking to get in some partner dancing lessons or workout. This spot has 4 dance studios and fun classes. Schedule on nolaspaces.com.
Storyville
3029 Magazine StreetUnique NOLA centric Tshirts and gifts.
The decadent gravy cheese fries will pull you in and this is our go to for any po boy craving. Great hangover food and bar for that hair of the dog.
142 locals recommend
Tracey's
3226 Magazine StThe decadent gravy cheese fries will pull you in and this is our go to for any po boy craving. Great hangover food and bar for that hair of the dog.
Looking to fit in some Pilates or Spin classes while you're in NOLA? This locally owned business has just about everything you want and even offers classes on the outdoor rooftop at times.
13 locals recommend
Romney Studios
5619 Magazine StLooking to fit in some Pilates or Spin classes while you're in NOLA? This locally owned business has just about everything you want and even offers classes on the outdoor rooftop at times.
This magazine street bakery offers many different styles of bread, pastries and breakfast and lunch items.
188 locals recommend
La Boulangerie
4600 Magazine StThis magazine street bakery offers many different styles of bread, pastries and breakfast and lunch items.
Tucked back behind French Truck coffee, this newish beer garden is frequently by locals.
80 locals recommend
The Courtyard Brewery
1160 Camp StTucked back behind French Truck coffee, this newish beer garden is frequently by locals.