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The homes of New Orleans’ rich and famous sit among ancient oak trees and picturesque streetcars, affirming the Garden District’s reputation as one of the city’s most eclectic and upscale neighborhoods. EAT • Experience fine Italian, French and Spanish cuisine at Jack Rose, located in The Pontchartrain Hotel. • See how New Orleans makes slow-smoked magic at VooDoo BBQ & Grill. • Witness soul food magic being made daily at award-winning restaurant Gris-Gris. • Order a round of margaritas and tacos at Caribbean taqueria The Rum House. DRINK • Relax in the luxurious courtyard with a cocktail at Claret Wine & Cocktail Bar. • Try a sampling of more than 200 whiskeys available at Barrel Proof. • Take in some of the best views of the city at rooftop bar Hot Tin, located in The Pontchartrain Hotel. • Drink vodka, rum and gin made on-site at Lula Restaurant Distillery. • Have an espresso, juice or a full lunch at Avenue Café. SHOP • Find tasteful, fashion-forward clothes at Jaci Blue. • Explore several blocks of boutiques, antique stores and historic Creole homes on Magazine Street, with the help of the Magazine Street Merchants Association. Learn more at magazinestreet.com. • See what New Orleans' local literary scene has to offer at Garden District Book Shop. • Browse through the collection of southern Louisiana-born accessories at Jose Balli New Orleans Jewelry. SEE & DO • Visit the taproom at Urban South Brewery to try one of its famous beers where it was made. • Enjoy gorgeous views of Garden District homes aboard the St. Charles Avenue streetcar. From the French Quarter, take a cab or streetcar to Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 on Washington Avenue. Walk, bike, take a pedicab or carriage tour, or hop aboard the St. Charles Avenue streetcar for an easy ride past the mansions and century-old oak trees. Visit NewOrleans.com for more information on these businesses and their current post-Covid19 status.
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