There's no place like New Orleans when it comes to delicious food -- we are known as much for our delicious food as for our love of living! Dining in New Orleans is truly an experience in itself, and it is worth a visit just to enjoy the taste of New Orleans -- you'll want to plan a return trip just to eat at those restaurants you weren't able to catch the first time!

Our many excellent restaurants make any trip to New Orleans worthwhile. Spicy seafood, blackened redfish, shrimp remoulade, Cajun delicacies, pralines, beignets, cafe au lait ... be prepared! 

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Hidden Treasures | Fine Dining | Casual Dining

	Broussard's In the Heart of the French Quarter, Broussard's brings you back to a more enchanting time, with our hand painted tiles, lush tropical courtyard and three beautiful dining rooms, each with its own distinct personality and French doors that open out onto the courtyard.
	Antoine's Since 1840, Antoine's has been noted for its excellent French-Creole cuisine and numerous historical dining rooms. Antoine's has long been a tradition for both locals and visitors to New Orleans. An unmatched dining experience in the heart of the French Quarter.
	Brennan's A legend in New Orleans -- and a dining experience not to be missed. Enjoy the famous breakfast at Brennan's .. and lunch and dinner, too! Located in the heart of the French Quarter.
	Tujague's New Orleans' second oldest restaurant! Located across from the French Market in the heart of the French Quarter, Tujague's has retained its reputation for providing an unforgettable dining experience in the original Creole tradition.
	The Pelican Club The Pelican Club's menu offers a wide range of fabulous New Orleans dishes and its outstanding decor and incredible atmosphere is sure to make your event a true New Orleans experience. Located on Exchange Place in the heart of the French Quarter.
	Andrea's Italian Restaurant New Orleans' world-renowned gold medal winner, Chef Andrea combines Louisiana products with Northern Italian cuisine to create a memorable New Orleans Italian dining experience. A favorite among locals -- free transportation provided. Located in Metairie, 10 minutes from the French Quarter. (See special offer)
	Le Meritage Inspired by the success of the French Quarter Wine Festival and modeled after the award winning Meritage Restaurant at the Boston Harbor Hotel, Le Meritage is proud to introduce a new approach to dining at the Maison Dupuy.

Casual Fine Dining
The following restaurants combine casual dining with white tablecloth elegance -- casual dress allowed.

	Galvez Restaurant Continental, Spanish, Portuguese, and French Cuisine in the heart of the French Market. Formerly Bella Luna Restaurant.
	Café Giovanni Located on Decatur Street, Café Giovanni offers a large array of New World Italian Food that set this restaurant apart from competitors but still is comfortable for local diners. A taste of New Orleans with a very personal touch in the heart of the French Quarter..
	The Bombay Club Creole and French cuisine in an elegant and sophisticated setting featuring entertainment and "the best martini in town." Located a block from Bourbon in the French Quarter.
	The Marigny Brasserie Award-winning restaurant on Royal Street 1 block from French Quarter -- a favorite among locals.

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Casual Dining

	Cafe Beignet New Orleans' Cafe provides a grand cafe setting outside and in, and the best coffee and beignets anywhere. Breakfast Served All Day. New Orleans Cajun Specialties and Fried Seafood Also Available.(See special offer)
	Cafe Fleur-de-Lis "The Best Breakfast Eatery in the French Quarter". Serving a variety of mouthwatering selections for breakfast and lunch you are sure to love. A member of the Creole Cuisine Restaurant Group
	Pier 424 Pier 424 Seafood Market and Restaurant is located in the heart of the French Quarter of New Orleans at 424 Bourbon St. A member of the Creole Cuisine Restaurant Group
	Boudreaux's Seafood Boudreaux's Seafood is a "Family Fave" among Louisiana locals who love great food and great service. A member of the Creole Cuisine Restaurant Group
	New Orleans School of Cooking Our entertaining classes and the Louisiana General Store are located in a renovated molasses warehouse built in the early 1800s in the heart of the French Quarter.
	Byblos Restaurants Every day is special at BYBLOS, especially Belly Dancing Thursdays, at our Magazine Street location, our very popular $3 Martini Specials, and our New Year’s Eve Celebration. No other restaurant offers the unique experience available at Byblos.
	La Bayou Restaurant Home of "True New Orleans Cookin'" This French Quarter favorite offers simple yet sophisticated food, wine and traditional New Orleans service in our Cajun , Creole Restaurant. A member of the Creole Cuisine Restaurant Group
	Michaul's Live Cajun Music Restaurant Private Parties Only. Enjoy great family, food and fun CAJUN STYLE at Michaul's!
	Crescent City Brewhouse The Crescent City Brewhouse is one of New Orleans' premier restaurants and the only French Quarter microbrewery. The atmosphere at the Crescent City Brewhouse is warm, relaxed and festive with LIVE JAZZ performed nightly by local musicians.
	Chartres House Cafe A Vieux Carre Landmark "Where Locals Enjoy Casual Cuisine" Experience two floors of casual local fun! Try delicious Cajun- Creole cuisine in any of our spectacular dining settings. A member of the Creole Cuisine Restaurant Group
	Steamboat Natchez Dinner and Jazz Cruises The Steamboat Natchez offers daily dinner jazz cruises and harbor jazz cruises with a New Orleans food buffet. Enjoy our music and food as you cruise along the Mississippi! (See special offer)
	Cajun Cabin Live Cajun music and free dance lessons nightly; one of the best Cajun food and people-watching balcony on Bourbon Street. Check out its 360º View! A member of the Creole Cuisine Restaurant Group
	Riverfront Restaurant Riverfront Restaurant has gorgeous views overlooking Decatur St. and the Mississippi River. Enjoy casual dining with a Creole fare. Balcony dining and private party space available. A member of the Creole Cuisine Restaurant Group
	Huck Finn's Huck Finn’s Cafe takes pride in serving authentic New Orleans dishes, most of which have been passed down for generations. A member of Cajun Encounters
	French Market Restaurant Hot spicy crawfish, jumbo gulf shrimp, authentic Creole gumbo, red beans and rice as well as real Louisiana specialties are enjoyed with world-famous hurricanes, Cajun bloody Marys, margaritas and our ice-cold local beers.
	Copeland's Cheesecake Bistro Join Copeland's Cheesecake Bistro for a casual meal, and sample the revered, boundless menu. With its caring staff, signature dishes, and fun ambiance, you'll discover there's much more here than just cheesecake.
	Royal House Restaurant "Where Modern Cuisine meets Historic New Orleans" This casual dining New Orleans Restaurant has delectable delights created by our renowned Louisiana executive chef. A member of the Creole Cuisine Restaurant Group
	Pierre Masperos "Exquisite casual dining in a famous 1700’s building" Historically significant, this contemporary infusion of Cajun-Creole Cuisine has such delectable food and friendly staff. A member of the Creole Cuisine Restaurant Group

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Our Creole and Cajun food has a long history....it has been influenced throughout the years by many cultures. It is interesting to note that the Ursuline Sisters from France introduced French cooking to our city! Sister Xavier Herbert of their order was the first woman pharmacist in the country, and taught settlers the benefits of using herbs in their cooking. When the Spanish began to settle here, they brought us the pepper and the tomato...the beginnings of our "Shrimp Creole!" Refugees from the West Indies, Sicilians and Indians have all been influential in the evolution of what we believe is the best spicy and delicious food anywhere!

New Orleans even has traditions related to food One of them is eating Red Beans and Rice on Mondays. Many of us grew up never knowing the reasons why ... we just enjoyed it. However, Monday is "clothes" day, and Red Beans and Rice is the perfect meal because it cooks slowly while we are doing the laundry.

Our tradition of eating seafood on Fridays is based on the Catholic practice of fasting from meat on that day, especially during the Lenten season. (In this city, it is no sacrifice!)

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