Whether you’re craving Carnival bacchanal, Lenten lunches, or Valentine’s Day delectables, you won’t go wrong with these fine New Orleans eateries.


New Orleans Dining GuideBriquette | briquette-nola.com | 701 S. Peters St., New Orleans | 504-302-7496

An ideal location for Warehouse District dining, Briquette features some of the finest contemporary seafood in New Orleans. With Carnival coming early this year, be sure to enjoy Briquette’s Lenten Specials so the good times roll on through to Easter. Learn more at briquette-nola.com or reserve now via Open Table.


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Gris Gris | Grisgrisnola.com | 1800 Magazine St. | 504-272-0241

Heralded as one of New Orleans’ finest neighborhood restaurants, Gris-Gris proudly features refined Southern cuisine in a casual, down-home atmosphere. Enjoy their classic local favorites, including the Chef’s award-winning gumbo and signature “Oyster BLT”, and be sure to stop by for a full New Orleans style brunch, served daily 11 am – 4 pm (closed Tuesdays).


 

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Luzianne Cafe | luziannecafe.com | 481 Girod St.| 504-265-1972

Luzianne Café, a casual Southern diner, attracts locals and visitors alike. All-day breakfast and lunch menus spotlight New Orleans favorites – think beignets, shrimp poboys, and Creole grits. However, it isn’t just a neighborhood diner – it’s a celebration of the culinary joys of New Orleans and the South.


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Sukho Thai | sukhothai-nola.com | 3701 Magazine St., 504-373-6471| 2200 Royal St., 504-948-9309

Serving fine Classical Thai cuisine in New Orleans for 20 years. Uncompromising authenticity, bold Thai spices, and healthy ingredients have made Sukhothai a foodie favorite. Distinctive seafood, spicy curries, scrumptious noodles, broad vegan/gluten-free options, Thai cocktails and sake.


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Mother’s Restaurant| Mothersrestaurant.net | 401 Poydras St. | 504-523-9656

Grilled seafood and free parking every night? Yes, plus beer, wine, Bloody Marys and more. If you know the restaurant for its Famous Ferdi Special po’ boy – with the original debris (often copied) – get to know the rest of the menu. Jerry’s Jambalaya and Crawfish Étouffée are two popular and tasty options. Local delivery available via Grubhub.


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New Orleans Creole Cookery | neworleanscreolecookery.com | 508 Toulouse St. | 504-524-9632

A warm hug tucked away in the French Quarter, New Orleans Creole Cookery is the prime location for Mardi Gras staples and classic Creole cuisine. Going us for Oyster Happy Hour and intimate Courtyard Dining as we ring in the Carnival season. To learn more visit, neworleanscreolecookery.com or reserve now via Open Table.


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Pascal’s Manale | pascalsmanalerestaurant.com | 1838 Napoleon Ave. | 504-895-4877

Under the new ownership of Dickie Brennan & Co., Pascal’s Manale is now open for both lunch and dinner Tuesdays – Saturdays. Known as the home of the BBQ Shrimp, Pascal’s also specializes in oysters served raw at their iconic standup oyster bar, or served Rockefeller & Bienville style.


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Seaworthy | seaworthynola.com | 630 Carondelet St. | 504-930-3071

Enjoy Oyster Happy Hour daily from 3-6pm in our beautiful French Quarter courtyard. Brunch served Saturday and Sunday from 11am-3pm offering Bloody Mary’s and Shrimp and Grits. Open on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve! Open 5-10pm on Christmas Eve. Last seating at 11pm on New Year’s Eve.