Palmettos on the Bayou Ln., Slidell 70458 / 985-643-0050 – Northshore palmettosrestaurant.com / 1901 Bayou Republic New Orleans republicnola.com / 828 S. Peters St., NO Tony Moran’s Italian Restaurant Pat O’s on the River patobriens.com / 600 Decatur St., Ste 301, NO 70130 / 504-561-1200, 800-597-4823 Pat O’Brien’s offers Pat O’s on Bourbon and Pat O’s on the River. Versatile for elegant or casual affairs. Both venues are flexible in accommodations and menus. Capacity for 35 to 1,500-plus. – French Quarter 70130 / 504-528-8282 Accommodates an eclectic blend of concerts and private events in a 160-year-old warehouse renovated in December 2015. Vintage murals, brick, exposed wooden beams and 26 stunning chandeliers adorn the 7,000-square-foot space. – Convention/Warehouse/Arts District ruebourbon.com / 240 Bourbon St., NO RF’s 70158 / 504-524-0114 In the heart of the French Quarter, customized Bourbon Street balcony events by Rue Bourbon Entertainment. Historic atmosphere including traditional cocktails from Old Absinthe House and incredible cuisine provided by Tony Moran’s Italian Restaurant, all in one location. – French Quarter rfsnola.com / 301 Dauphine St., NO 70112 / Petite Bourbon petitebourbon.com / 530 Bourbon St., NO 70130 / 504-262-0412 Perfect venue right off of Bourbon Street, with a private courtyard and large balcony. Great for after-wedding parties or corporate events. Indoor capacity 125, outdoor capacity 150. – French Quarter pigeonandprince.com / 129 Camp St., NO 504-586-0972 Live local music six hours daily. Authentic Cajun food and steak with amazing classic and craft cocktails. We are where New Orleans lives! – French Quarter Van Benthuysen -Elms Mansion elmsmansion.com / 3029 St. Charles Ave., River City Venues Pigeon & Prince 70130 / 504-553-6738 The Besh Restaurant Group’s private events venue features a farm driven menu with dishes that highlight local, seasonal ingredients. Offers a unique variety of private dining spaces that are sure to meet the needs of your special event. – Central Business District rivercityvenues.com / 1380 Port of Orleans Pl., NO 70130 / 504-361-7821 Offers a versatile selection of events spaces that can accommodate any event, from 10 guests to 10,000. Located next to Mardi Gras World and the convention center. – Convention/Warehouse/Arts District NO 70115 / 504-895-9200 Entertain in the grand European ambience of an 1869 Garden District mansion. An exquisitely preserved home operated by the third generation of the Elms family. Customized events; in-house catering. National Historic Landmark. – Garden District/Uptown Venusian Gardens venusiangardens.com / 2601 Chartres St., Riverview Room NO 70117 / 504-943-7446 A unique art venue for hosting meetings, parties, receptions, and other special events. – Marigny/Bywater Primitivo Haley Blvd., NO 70113 / 504-881-1775 An open-hearth restaurant cooking meats and vegetables over an open fire. – Garden District/Uptown primitivonola.com / 1800 Oretha Castle riverviewroom.com / 600 Decatur St., Fourth Fl. Jax Brewery Millhouse, NO 70130 / 504-525-3000, 800-236-8260 Nothing says you’re having a New Orleans event like the Riverview Room. Our French Quarter location, panoramic indoor and outdoor views, delightful cuisine and attentive services await your special occasion. – French Quarter rceventlounge.com / 22201 McH Rd., Suite A, Mandeville 70471 / 985-875-0723, 877-875-0723 – Northshore WINE BARS Hotel Mazarin, New Orleans Hotel Collection hotelmazarin.com / 730 Bienville St., Royal Coach Mobile Event Lounge Race & Religious, LLC raceandreligious.com / 510 Race St., NO 70130 / 504-523-0890 Race + Religious invites you to walk into a hidden New Orleans treasure surrounded by beautiful artwork and eclectic décor where each room is more intriguing than the next. – Convention/Warehouse/Arts District NO 70130 / 504-581-7300, 800-535-9706 Patrick’s Bar Vin open seven days per week. Noted as one of the 10 Best in the United States by Fox News. Serves a delightful selection of wines, including the now famous Patrick’s Best Kept Secret. Only $5 a glass. Also serving craft cocktails and champagne by the glass daily from 3pm. – French Quarter The Sugar Mill sugarmillevents.com / 1021 Convention Wine Institute New Orleans Center Blvd., NO 70130 / 504-586-0004 Across from the convention center, this special events venue holds 500 to 4,500 people. Large interior and beautiful courtyard. Host corporate events, trade shows, concerts, sporting events, dinners, product displays, ceremonies, etc. Great signage opportunities and film location. – Convention/Warehouse/Arts District winoschool.com / 610 Tchoupitoulas St., NO 70130 / 504-324-8000 Wine bar, wine shop and wine school. Tasting room features 120 wines by the ounce or the glass. Retail shop offers more than 400 labels. Wine school holds regular classes from beginner to professional level certification. – Convention/Warehouse/Arts District Insider's Tip Iron fence detail ©Denise Chambers The fleur-de-lis is a decorative symbol used to represent the city of New Orleans. In French, fleur means flower, and lis means lily. Great souvenirs include flags, jewelry, posters, T-shirts and other finds marked with a fleur-de-lis. 72 NEW ORLEANS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU