Dining
No trip to New Orleans would be complete without a meal at some of the finest restaurants in the world. Below are a couple of can't miss eats.
Commander's Palace
$$$$ Owned by the Brennan family, this New Orleans restaurant is an institution. Go during lunch for the 25 cent martini lunch and entrees starting at $16. No shorts or t-shirts. Jackets preferred at dinner.
Mother's Restaurant
$$ Famous for their sandwiches, but be prepared to wait in line. Make sure to try the Debris Poboy.
Brennan's
$$$ Another restaurant from the Brennan's family. Go for brunch and end with their famous Bananas Foster dessert.
Cafe Du Monde
$ Open 24 hours a day, go here for beignets and cafe au lait.
Central Grocery
$ This Italian grocery store is famous for their muffulettas, a large sandwich layers of italian meats, cheeses and olive salad. They are big, so make sure to share with a friend.
Croissant d'Or
$ Go early to this patisserie for their namesake croissants. They have several unique varieties and fantastic coffee, but be warned that they close early.
Drago's
$$ Located in the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, make sure to try their famous charbroiled oysters.
Acme Oyster House
$$ A New Orleans staple situated in the heart of the French Quarter. Go here for oysters on the half shell or poboys.
August
$$$$ The newest restaurant by Chef John Besh in the warehouse district, the home of New Orleans art scene. The cuisine at August is contemporary French with a focus on local ingredients.
