Enjoy New Orleans Food & Drink!
Restaurants and music venues compiled by Tulane Libraries
As of April 2024, there are around 1573 restaurants in New Orleans, making it quite challenging to find a place to eat. Moreover, New Orleans is famous for its music, and it can be overwhelming to decide where to go for a night out. Therefore, Tulane Libraries has compiled a list of recommended restaurants and music venues for those attending the SALALM conference. We hope that you find it both useful and enjoyable!Restaurants
Atchafalaya
901 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans LA 70115 Call: (504) 891-9626https://www.atchafalayarestaurant.com
Upscale restaurant in the Uptown neighborhood. Creole/Cajun fusion. Excellent! Try the blue cheese ice cream—mmmmm! Be sure to reserve weeks in advance!
Baru Latin Caribbean
3700 Magazine Street, New Orleans LA 70115 Call: (504) 895-2225https://www.barutapasnola.com/
“Reimagined” Colombian and Caribbean dishes in a charming setting on Magazine Street with sidewalk seating and a balcony. Can stop in for cocktails and appetizers.”
Bearcat Cafe
845 Carondelet Street, New Orleans LA 70130 Call: (504) 766-7399https://cbd.bearcatcafe.com/
“Rich and delicious food but still health-conscious, and staff are very mindful of keeping things plant-based if diners ask (Breakfast and lunch only!)”
Brennan’s
417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130(504) 525-9711
https://www.brennansneworleans.com
A local favorite for upscale Creole cuisine. Located in the French Quarter not far from the hotel. Excellent! Reservations are a must.
Brigtsen’s
723 Dante St, New Orleans LA 70118 Call: (504) 861-7610https://brigtsens.com/
Owned and operated by Co-ED Jill Baron's in-laws - reservations highly recommended because they are BUSY. Make sure you say hi and that you're a friend of Jill's! “Favorites include the Pan Fried Flounder with toasted pecans and Meuniere sauce, Pan Roasted Pork Chop, and the New Orleans style BBQ shrimp (don’t let that name full you there is no BBQ sauce on site). The Sweet Potato Bread Pudding is not to be missed.”
Café Carmo
527 Julia Street, New Orleans LA 70130 Call: (504) 875-4132https://cafecarmo.com/
“Tropical restaurant and bar with influences from Caribbean, Central and South America, Gulf South, etc. Gluten Free, Vegetarian and Vegan options (hard to find in New Orleans!) Not too expensive.”
“Very global, eclectic mix of cuisines and excellent cocktails (vegan dishes and dishes that can easily be made vegan)”
Cochon
930 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans LA 70130 Call: (504) 588 2123
https://cochonrestaurant.com
Cajun cuisine specializing in pork. But they have other things on the menu as well. In the Warehouse district about 10 minutes from the hotel by car. Make reservations!
https://cochonrestaurant.com
Cajun cuisine specializing in pork. But they have other things on the menu as well. In the Warehouse district about 10 minutes from the hotel by car. Make reservations!
Daily Beet
1000 Girod Street, New Orleans LA 70113 Call: (504) 605-4413www.thedailybeetnola.com/girod-street/
“Small but good and very healthy selection that includes great juices.”
Domenica
123 Baronne Street, New Orleans LA 70112 Call: (504) 648-6020https://www.domenicarestaurant.com/
“The restaurant has a great happy hour with specialty pizzas. Visit the Sazerac Bar in the hotel before or after eating or late at night.”
Dooky Chase’s Restaurant
2301 Orleans Avenue, New Orleans LA 70119 Call: (504) 821-0600https://www.dookychaserestaurants.com/
“Open since 1941, Dooky Chase’s is a world-renowned Creole restaurant and storied 1960s U.S. Civil Rights landmark. Popular with celebrities, history buffs, tourists, and locals who cherish the legacy of the family-owned eatery. Open most weekdays for lunch and Friday and Saturday for dinner. Reservations are a must.”
Gautreau’s
1728 Soniat Street, New Orleans LA 70115 (504)-899-7397https://www.gautreausrestaurant.com
Upscale restaurant in the Uptown neighborhood. New Orleans fare for locals. Make a reservation!
Joey K’s
3001 Magazine St. New Orleans LA, 70115 Call: (504) 891-0997https://joeyksrestaurant.com/
“Joey K’s is not to be missed. Their menu features New Orleans Style food blended with down home cooking. Plus, you get treated to a wide variety of Simon’s art. Favorites on the menu include fried chicken, Eggplant Napoleon, hamburger steak, and fried shrimp but the menu is large, and anyone will find something to their liking.”
La Crepe Nanou
1410 Robert Street, New Orleans LA 70115 Call: (504) 899-2670http://lacrepenanou.com/
“De todos los restaurantes en la ciudad, este es mi favorito. Está en el Garden District.”
Mandina’s Restaurant
3800 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119 Call: (504) 482-9179https://mandinasrestaurant.com/
“This Italian restaurant, open since 1932, is a great, non-touristy spot to enjoy homestyle New Orleans dishes in a relaxed neighborhood setting.”
“If you want to experience a true old-school New Orleans restaurant Mandina’s, is it. Just hop on the Canal Street streetcar and it will take you there. That is evidenced by the locals who frequent the place. The menu offers a wide selection of Creole and New Orleans fare including turtle soup served complete with Sherry on the side. My favorites are fried shrimp, gumbo, and Gulf Fish Meuniere. However, I often steer to one of their daily specials like Shrimp Creole or Daube.”
“The food is good, fairly inexpensive, and the locals eat there.”
Meril
424 Girod Street, New Orleans LA 70130 Call: (504) 526-3741https://bemeril.com/
“It’s fun! And it’s an Emeril restaurant! Food’s good.”
Miss River (inside Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans)
2 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 Call: (504) 434-5701https://www.missrivernola.com/
“New fine dining restaurant with outstanding service and menu, including a whole buttermilk- fried chicken, both delicious and camera-worthy.”
Napoleon House
500 Chartres Street, New Orleans LA 70130 Call: (504) 524-9752https://www.napoleonhouse.com/ “Spectacular authentic New Orleans venue!”
Patois
6078 Laurel Street, New Orleans LA 70118 (504)-895-9441https://patoisnola.com/new-orleans-uptown-patois-about
“Small bistro in the Uptown neighborhood, about 20 minutes by cab from the hotel. “Louisiana cuisine with a French accent.” Everything is delicious! Reservations a must.”
“Small bistro in the Uptown neighborhood, about 20 minutes by cab from the hotel. “Louisiana cuisine with a French accent.” Everything is delicious! Reservations a must.”
Superior Seafood and Oyster Bar New Orleans
4338 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans LA 70115 Call: (504) 293-0596https://www.superiorseafoodnola.com/
“The place is gorgeous, the oysters raw or cooked are super good. My favorite cooked oysters are the Rockefeller. If you sit by a window, you see the streetcars coming by.”
Thaihey NOLA
308 Decatur Street, New Orleans LA 70130 Call: (504) 354-8646https://thaiheynola.com/
“Delicious Thai food with lots of options that are either vegan or can easily be made vegan.”
Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco
5015 Magazine Street, New Orleans LA 70115 Call: (504) 267-7612https://titoscevichepisco.com/
“Delicious Peruvian cuisine (seafood, small plates) and Pisco cocktails, outdoor seating options, and upscale décor.”
Music Venues
DBA Music
618 Frenchmen Street, New Orleans LA 70116 Call: (504) 942-3731https://www.dbaneworleans.com/
“Excellent selection of local music talent. Bar is good, too. Has a dive bar vibe.”
House of Blues restaurant & bar 225 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 Call: (504) 310-4999
https://locations.houseofblues.com/restaurant-and-bar/la/new-orleans/225-decatur-st
“Está en el barrio Francés. La comida es divina, de New Orleans, y la música es fantástica.”
Preservation Hall
726 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 7011 Call: (504) 522-2841
https://www.preservationhall.com/
“This a not-to-be-missed place that has a long history in the city. Check their calendar and buy tickets online.”
Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro
626 Frenchmen Street, New Orleans LA 70116 Call: (504) 949-0696https://snugjazz.com
“A perfect spot for those who prefer an intimate listening experience, complete with cocktail table service. Expect to enjoy contemporary and modern jazz from local legends to up-and- coming, young players. There’s also a restaurant on site.”
“Hands down one of the best spots for Jazz in the city. Check their calendar online for who is performing each night and buy tickets online. Do not count on being able to walk in.”
Tipitina’s
501 Napoleon Avenue, New Orleans LA 70115 Call: (504) 895-8477https://tipitinas.com/
“This enduring, eclectic, locally owned nightclub presents a range of artists in every genre, from legendary New Orleans musicians to headlining touring bands. Check the calendar to see what’s available. Standing room only.”