DiNiNg Red Fish Grill redfishgrill.com / 115 Bourbon St., NO, Superior Seafood & Oyster Bar 70130 / 504-598-1200 Fishing for New Orleans' deFINitive seafood dining? Fish no further than Ralph Brennan's Red Fish Grill. Menu favorites include hickory grilled redfish, BBQ oysters, alligator sausage and seafood gumbo, and double-chocolate bread pudding. BR $$$$ L $$$$ D $$$$ — French Quarter superiorseafoodnola.com / 4338 St. Charles Ave., NO, 70115 / 504-293-3474 Located Uptown, directly on the St. Charles streetcar line, with menus boasting the freshest ingredients of our inspired take on Louisiana classics. Superior Seafood is a desirable location for tourists and locals alike. BR $$ L $$ D $$$ — Garden District/Uptown RESTAURANTS -SOUTHWESTERN Superior Bar & Grill superiorgrill.com / 3636 St. Charles Ave., NO, 70115 / 504-899-4200 Travel by streetcar up St. Charles Avenue for authentic Tex-Mex cuisine. The large patio is a favorite among regulars, a perfect place to sip top-shelf margaritas or ice-cold beers. Come early, stay late, and enjoy the fiesta. BR $$ L $$ D $$$ — Garden District/Uptown Royal House royalhouserestaurant.com / 441 Royal Willie's Boil House St., NO, 70130 / 504-586-1155, 888-855-8438 Enjoy delicious hot and cold seafood and a robust oyster bar in this historic, 114-year-old, romantic yet casual atmosphere located on world-famous Royal Street. Wraparound balcony dining overlooking Royal and St. Louis. Private parties available. L $$ D $$ — French Quarter williesboilhouse.com / 336 Decatur St., Seaworthy NO, 70130 / 504-586-0703 x209 Seafood boils are more than just a meal, they're a celebration of community and culture deeply rooted in New Orleans history. With an abundance of fresh Gulf seafood, spices, and bold flavors, the boil brings people together, creating memories around shared tables and rich traditions. Join us in savoring this iconic Southern experience. L D — French Quarter RESTAURANTS -SPANISH Besame Nola besame-nola.com / 110 S. Rampart St., NO, 70112 / 504-308-0880 Latin American tapas-style restaurant combining fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico with Latin, Caribbean and South American flavors. Our bar program explores Latin wines and spirits such as pisco, rum, mezcal, brandy, and tequila. BR $$$ L $$$ D $$$$ — Central Business District seaworthynola.com / 630 Carondelet St., NO, 70130 / 504-930-3071 Located inside The Barnett Hotel, a JdV by Hyatt property, Seaworthy offers an intimate seafood dining experience in a restored 1832 Creole cottage. Indulge in wild-caught oysters, fresh Gulf seafood, and expertly crafted cocktails perfect for elegant dinners, happy hours, and late-night gatherings in the heart of downtown. BR D $$$$ — Central Business District RESTAURANTS -SOUL FOOD Café Reconcile cafereconcile.org / 1631 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., NO, 70113 / 504-568-1157 Rooted in the diverse flavors and unmistakable energy of New Orleans, Café Reconcile has become an everyday staple in the city's restaurant scene. Run as a non-profit workforce training program, the café prepares ambitious young adults for careers in the city's celebrated hospitality industry. L $$ — Garden District/Uptown Costera costerarestaurant.com / 4938 Prytania Sophie's Restaurant sophiesofriverridge.com / 10316 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, 70123 / 504-943-7799 Sophie's is an exciting new seafood and Italian eatery with a focus on the dishes New Orleans loves best. Named after the owner/executive chef's daughter, River Ridge's newest family restaurant will open its doors in the former home of Trës Bon Cajun Meats. We can't wait to welcome you to Sophie's. — Jefferson Parish Monday Restaurant + Bar St., NO, 70115 / 504-302-2332 A coastal Spanish restaurant and bar by Chef Brian Burns in New Orleans' Uptown neighborhood. Features coastal Spanish cuisine highlighting local produce and Gulf seafood in a casual, communal-dining setting. The beverage program features spirit-driven cocktails and an old-world style boutique wine list. D $$$$$ — Garden District/Uptown mondaynola.com / 4327 Bienville St., Station 6 station6nola.com / 105 Metairie-Hammond Hwy., Metairie, 70005 / 504-345-2936 Very inviting seafood restaurant in the Bucktown neighborhood. Come by for our wonderful fresh fish selections and seasonal, creative cocktails. L $$$ D $$$$ — Jefferson Parish NO, 70119 / 504-581-8900 An indoor/ outdoor dining destination from restaurateurs Larry Morrow and Lenora Chong. House favorites include Chong's flavorful twist on American classics with Truffle Mac & Cheese, Jalapeño Cornbread, Impossible Sliders, Bananas Foster Bread Pudding, and more. Delivers a singular blend of excellent food, innovative cocktails, and one-of-a-kind experiences. L $$$ D $$$ — Mid-City RESTAURANTS -STEAK Brasa Churrasqueria brasachurrasqueria.com / 2037 Metairie Rd., Metairie, 70005 / 504-570-6338 We believe that being a great asador is all about perfecting a sixth sense for grilling. Learning to prepare the perfect steak takes time. Colombian grill master Chef Edgar Caro uses local ingredients to transform traditional, rustic recipes into worldly, delicious dishes. L $$$ D $$$$$ — Jefferson Parish Paulie’s Delicatessen ITALIANO NOLA Founders of the former Empire State Delicatessen bring you this new tucked-away gem, offering an expanded menu with table and counter service, plus catering and event rentals. AUTHENTIC ITALIAN DISHES | CLASSIC DELI SANDWICHES FULL BAR & ESPRESSO DRINKS | LIVE ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS Join us for a taste of the Big Apple in the Big Easy! 8201 Oak St. | 504-412-8326 | pauliesneworleans.com @PauliesNewOrleans @Paulie’s NEWORLEANS.COM 79
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