Primitivo Haley Blvd., NO 70113 / 504-881-1775 An open-hearth restaurant cooking meats and vegetables over an open fire. L $$ D $$$ – Garden District/Uptown primitivonola.com / 1800 Oretha Castle Zea Rotisserie & Grill -Clearview Remoulade remoulade.com / 309 Bourbon St., NO 4450 Veterans Blvd., Metairie 70006 / 504-780-9090 Meet up with friends, share modern comfort food, and have a great time in a polished casual setting. Recommended: classic rotisserie chicken, Thai style ribs or roasted corn grits. Lunch options available. L $$ D $$ – Jefferson Parish Patois patoisnola.com / 6078 Laurel St., NO 70118 / 504-895-9441 A true neighborhood gem, Patois serves French classics with a Louisiana or local accent. The cuisine is seasonal, trying to use as many local products as possible. Br $$ L $$ D $$$ – Garden District/Uptown 70130 / 504-523-0377 The casual side of world-famous Arnaud's restaurant. Marbled oyster bar with succulent fresh-shucked Gulf oysters. Creole and Cajun specialties: jambalaya, crawfish pie and filé gumbo. Burgers, pizzas and more. Don't miss this Bourbon Street gem. Open daily 11:30am-11pm. L $ D $$ – French Quarter RESTAURANTS -ASIAN Five Happiness Restaurant NO 70118 / 504-482-3935 With more than 25 years of service to the locals, Five Happiness has been selected the best Chinese restaurant by New Orleans Magazine and Gambit year after year. Private banquet room is available for groups of 50 to 200 people. L $ D $$ – Mid-City RESTAURANTS -BREW PUB Crescent City Brewhouse crescentcitybrewhouse.com / 527 Decatur St., NO 70130 / 504-522-0571, 888-819-9330 This restaurant and brewery pub offers wonderful variations of New Orleans' favorites using Louisiana ingredients. Warm, casual atmosphere. Enjoy one of our four types of beer freshly brewed in-house. Jazz music. L $$ D $$$ – French Quarter tbgnola.com / 840 Tchoupitoulas St., Suite 103, NO 70130 / 504-224-2889 New Orleans version of an Oktoberfest-style beer garden with street food, beer and games in a 4,400 square foot indoor space. Picnic-style seating is perfect for large groups. L $$ D $$ – Convention/Warehouse/Arts District fivehappiness.com / 3605 S. Carrollton Ave., Rib Room ribroomnola.com / 621 St. Louis St., NO 70130 / 504-529-7046 Where tradition meets relevance. In the heart of the French Quarter, in the Omni Royal Orleans hotel, offering a fine dining experience to locals and visitors for more than 50 years. B $$ Br $$$$ L $$$ D $$$$$ – French Quarter HTV LLC dba Rebellion Rue 127 rue127.com / 127 N. Carrollton Ave., NO 70119 / 504-483-1571 L $$$ D $$$$$ – Mid-City restaurantsalon.com / 622 Conti St., NO / 504-298-7317 Modern Asian American with Latin, European and South American influences. Craft cocktails, wine and draft beer. Br $$$ L $$ D $$$ – Central Business District nolarebellion.com / 748 Camp St., NO 70130 Tchoupitoulas Beer Garden RESTAURANTS -BARBECUE BB King's Blues Club bbkings.com/neworleans / 1104 Decatur St., NO 70116 / 504-934-5464 A fantastic event venue, and not just because of the location, food, and music. Offers several creative options to meet your event needs. Offers a unique layout, including a patio. Perfect for birthday parties, weddings, receptions, corporate events and full venue buyouts. Br $$ L $$$ D $$$ – French Quarter voodoobbqandgrill.com / 1501 St. Charles Ave., NO 70130 / 504-913-3128 New Orleans-style barbecue in a fun, laid-back environment with signature sides like corn pudding and gris gris greens. On the streetcar line, private party space for 100, off-site catering for events. L $ D $ – Garden District/Uptown Salon Restaurant RESTAURANTS -CAJUN 801 Royal 801royal.com / 801 Royal St., NO 70116 / 504-581-0801 B $ – French Quarter 70130 / 504-267-7098 Offers a modern and elegant dining experience in the heart of the French Quarter. With balcony views overlooking the historic courthouse, Salon is known for innovative cooking, generous service and unparalleled attention to detail. Br $$$ L $$$ D $$$$ – French Quarter Bon Ton Cafe Semolina 4436 Veterans Blvd., Suite 37, Metairie 70006 / 504-454-7930 We offer a dining experience like no other. We are committed to only the highest quality product and genuine staff. L $$ D $$ – Jefferson Parish Voodoo BBQ & Grill NO 70130 / 504-524-3386 New Orleans' oldest Cajun restaurant established in 1953. Traditional classic preparations of crawfish and other Louisiana seafood from recipes handed down through generations of the Pierce family from the French country of south Louisiana. L $ D $$$ – Central Business District thebontoncafe.com / 401 Magazine St., Walk-On's Bistreaux & Bar Cafe Pontalba / 504-309-6530 Named the No. 1 Sports Bar in America by ESPN, Walk-On’s is the perfect place to grab a bite or a beer, bring the family for dinner, party with friends or head before, during or after the game. L $$ D $$ – Central Business District walk-ons.com / 1009 Poydras St., NO 70112 RESTAURANTS -BISTROS Bar Frances LLC barfrances.com / 4525 Freret St., NO 70115 / 504-371-5043 A new American restaurant and wine bar featuring classic cocktails, craft beer and a European inspired wine list. B $$ Br $$ L $$ D $$ – Garden District/Uptown 546 St. Peter St., NO 70116 / 504-522-1180 On ground floor of the historic Pontalba Building; New Orleans-style cuisine in casual atmosphere. Enjoy live music/ambiance of Jackson Square from open doors to this great restaurant and bar. Also unique, special event venue. B $ L $$ D $$ – French Quarter Zea Cafe Cochon Restaurant 70123 / 504-738-0799 Meet up with friends, share modern comfort food, and have a great time in a polished casual setting. Recommended: classic rotisserie chicken, Thai style ribs or roasted corn grits. L $$ D $$$ – Jefferson Parish zearestaurants.com / 1655 Hickory Ave., NO cochonrestaurant.com / 930 Tchoupitoulas Jackson Brewery Bistro Bar jacksonbrewerybar.com / 620 Decatur Zea Rotisserie -Kenner 1325 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner 70065 / 504-468-7733 Meet up with friends, share modern comfort food, and have a great time in a polished casual setting. Recommended: classic rotisserie chicken, Thai style ribs or roasted corn grits. Lunch options available. L $$ D $$$ – Jefferson Parish St., Suite 1A, NO 70130 / 504-333-6914 Spectacular river view. Indoor/outdoor seating. First floor dining and bar service; Second floor dining in Decatur area and patio bar and conversation areas. Private event space. Large screen TVs. Varied entertainment. B $ Br $$ L $$ D $$$ – French Quarter St., NO 70130 / 504-588-2123 Chef Donald Link and partner Chef Stephen Stryjewski's Cochon celebrates Cajun Southern cooking in a rustic yet contemporary setting. The restaurant is located in a historic warehouse just two blocks from the convention center. L $$ D $$ – Convention/Warehouse/Arts District Dat Dog datdognola.com / 601 Frenchmen St., NO Lilette Restaurant Zea Rotisserie & Bar -Harvey Harvey 70058 / 504-361-8293 Meet up with friends, share modern comfort food, and have a great time in a polished casual setting. Recommended: classic rotisserie chicken, Thai style ribs or roasted corn grits. Lunch options available. L $$ D $$$ – Westbank zearestaurants.com / 1121 Manhattan Blvd., liletterestaurant.com / 3637 Magazine St., NO 70115 / 504-895-1636 Only a five-minute taxi drive Uptown. Featuring cuisine of Food and Wine Top 10 Best Chef John Harris. "Sexiest dining room in New Orleans!" -Travel + Leisure. On-or off-site catering. Perfect small-party venue. L $$$ D $$$$$ – Garden District/Uptown 70116 / 504-250-6768 A fun, delicious spot for unique cuisine with a New Orleans twist. Boasting three locations (Marigny, Garden District and Uptown), take your pick of our local and international sausages, full bars and friendly atmosphere. L $ D $ – Marigny/Bywater Eat New Orleans 504-522-7222 Contemporary setting in French Quarter serving Cajun/Creole favorites. Wonderful windows to watch people while dining. Casual yet upbeat and offers a BYOB policy with no corkage fee. Saturday/Sunday Brunch. Best deal in Quarter. Br $$ L $$ D $$ – French Quarter eatnola.com / 900 Dumaine St., NO 70116 / 52 NEW ORLEANS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU