Bacco
310 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 522-2426
www.bacco.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Italian
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Chef Chris Montero serves up fresh local seafood and housemade pastas with Creole Italian flair at this chic eatery owned and operated by Ralph Brennan. Bon Appetit calls BACCO “a gem” and Where New Orleans readers voted BACCO “Best Italian Restaurant” four years in a row.

La Petite Grocery
4238 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 891-3377
www.lapetitegrocery.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, French
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: A charming eatery in the heart of Uptown, La Petite Grocery caters to the palates of New Orleanians and leisure travelers with its delicious French cuisine. Daily happy hours with an intimate dining experience.

MiLa Restaurant
817 Common St., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 412-2580
www.milaneworleans.com
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Continental, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: MiLa is the culmination of both the marriage of chefs Slade Rushing and Allison Vines-Rushing and their respective home state cuisines – Mississippi and Louisiana. With a heavy emphasis on provisions sourced from regional farmers, MiLa fuses traditional Southern classics with fresh and surprising ingredients. Dine in an elegant yet relaxed dining room in downtown New Orleans.

Mr. B's Bistro
201 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 523-2078
www.mrbsbistro.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: This clubby, relaxed and comfortable French Quarter bistro specializes in Contemporary Creole Cooking. Hickory Grilled meats, seafood and vegetables dominate a menu lush with local and regional ingredients. Dine on our world famous Pasta Jambalaya and Barbeque Shrimp. Carmelized Tuna and Pepper Crusted Duck are two spectacular dinner entrees not to be missed! Join us for Sunday Jazz Brunch featuring Joe Simon's Jazz Trio. Locals know that Mr. B's is the place to B and B Seen!

Ralph's on the Park
900 City Park Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119 [Map It]
(504) 488-1000
www.ralphsonthepark.com
Neighborhood: Mid-City
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Recognized by Bon Appetit, Wine Spectator, New York Times and The Washington Post for fine cuisine and an innovative menu. Ralph’s on the Park, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan, offers food fresh from the farms and waters of Louisiana and majestic views of City Park.

Sucre
3025 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 520-8311
www.shopsucre.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Desserts/Snowballs, Coffeehouse/Cafe
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Late Night (Call ahead for hours)
Description: New Orleans gets a little sweeter with Sucré, the Uptown sweet boutique. Sucré, the French word for sugar, features an assortment of handcrafted chocolates, fresh gelatos, one-of-a-kind pastry masterpieces and super-premium coffees.

Bistro Daisy
5831 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 899-6987
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Patois
6078 Laurel St., New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 895-9441
www.patoisnola.com
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)

Sassafras
10100 I-10 Service Rd, Best Western Avalon Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70127 [Map It]
(504) 378-5001, (888) 819-5090
www.avalonneworleans.com
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Bayona
430 Dauphine St., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 525-4455
www.bayona.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Continental, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Bayona has been distinguished as one of the top 40 places to dine in the U.S. by Conde Nast in 1993. Bayona is located in a romantic 150 year old creole cottage in the historic French Quarter. You may choose to be served while seated in our lush tropical courtyard where you will dine on Chef Susan Spicer's nationally acclaimed cuisine.

Bombay Club
830 Conti St., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 586-0972, (800) 699-7711
www.thebombayclub.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Contemporary, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner, Late Night (Call ahead for hours)
Description: The Bombay Club is an upscale restaurant and martini bistro located in the heart of the French Quarter. Our lovely facility is decorated in a plush British theme, with overstuffed leather wingback chairs, rich wood, and fine portraits. In addition, we feature nightly jazz and our excellent Nouveau Creole cuisine has won accolades from justifiably renowned local reviewers Tom Fitzmorris and Brett Anderson. Zagat called us a civilized class act in the heart of the French Quarter. In addition, our restaurant just won Sante Magazine's Best Restaurant Bar in the Southeast, and we're featured in Travel and Leisure Magazine as one of designer Michael Kors' favorite places in New Orleans. Open for cocktails nightly.

Brigtsen's Restaurant
723 Dante St., New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 861-7610
www.brigtsens.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Owned and operated by Frank and Marna Brigtsen, Brigtsen's serves awards-winning modern Louisiana cuisine in a renovated Victorian cottage. The menu changes daily. evening specials are offered Tuesday through Thursday and feature three-course meals for $14.95.

Broussard's
819 Conti St., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 581-3866
www.broussards.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Continental
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Located only 1/2 block from Bourbon Street, this beautiful restaurant features three elegant dining rooms which overlook a lush, tropical courtyard. A romantic bar occupies the area once used as a carriageway. The menu features classic creole cuisine prepared in the traditional manner. Try the shrimp with two remoulades, pecan stuffed salmon, or panee'acadian. Broussard's celebrates its 75th anniversary in the fall of 1995.

Cafe Amelie
912 Royal St., Princess of Monaco Courtyard, New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 412-8965
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Cafe Degas
3127 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119 [Map It]
(504) 945-5635
www.cafedegas.com
Neighborhood: Mid-City
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Named after the 19th century French Impressionist, Edgar Degas, who once lived nearby in the fashionable Creole district, Cafe Degas is a charming place to eat outdoors with all the comforts of indoor dining. Located on verdant Esplanade Avenue, this chic neighborhood restaurant provides a pleasant atmosphere on cool evenings or sunny afternoons and even rain falling on the tin roof offers a soothing accompaniment to your meal. Cafe Degas offers a variety of classic French fare with a touch of Creole. Lunch and dinner 7 days and Brunch on Saturday and Sunday

Cafe Giovanni
117 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 529-2154
www.cafegiovanni.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Italian
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Award-winning Chef Duke LoCicero continues to serve up his delectable New World Italian cuisine at this chic eatery just a few blocks off Canal Street. From your first bite of prosciutto pinwheels to your last savory taste of pasta gambino, you'll know you're dining somewhere special. Complimentary valet parking. Rated one of the top six new restaurants by New Orleans Magazine, and four stars by restaurant critic Tom Fitzmorris.

Cafe Marigny
1913 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 861-7890
www.cafemarigny.com
Neighborhood: Faubourg Marigny/Bywater
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Award-winning restaurant only one block from French Quarter.

Commander's Palace
1403 Washington Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 899-8221
www.commanderspalace.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, French
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: New Orleans Magazine 1996 Chef of the Year. New Orleans Magazine 1995 Favorite Overall Restaurant. GQ's Golden Dish Award for Eggs Sardou. Located in the historic Garden District. You can walk through the kitchen to the bar and patio. Rated five stars. Original Jazz brunch, patio dining - Commander's Palace - that's what living in New Orleans is all about!

Court Of Two Sisters Restaurant
613 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 522-7261
www.courtoftwosisters.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Experience the ambiance of the largest historical dining courtyard in the French Quarter with flowering plants and flowing fountains. Listen to the strolling live jazz trio during the daily brunch buffet, serving Eggs Benedict, omelets and a feast of local specialties or enjoy a romantic five star creole dinner surrounded by softly glittering glass lights.

Crystal Room
833 Poydras St., Le Pavilion Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 581-3111
www.lepavillon.com
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: The award winning Crystal Room is famous for creative and innovative dishes, friendly atmosphere and classical decor in a historic setting. Enjoy a generous southern style breakfast featuring Bananas Foster Waffle Le Pavillon. Located inside Le Pavillon Hotel.

Cuvee
322 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 587-9001
www.restaurantcuvee.com
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Taking its name from the world of wine and champagne this restaurant offers a menu of Creole Continental foods with wines from Europe, the Americas and Australia. Reservations are recommended.

Delachaise (The)
3442 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 895-0858
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Eclectic, Bar/Pub Food
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Dick and Jenny's
4501 Tchoupitoulas St. , New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 894-9880
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: A homey restaurant that has a "no reservations policy. " The wait at times can be long but the food is worth the wait. Offers an extensive children's menu. Closed Sunday and Monday.

Eleven 79
1179 Annunciation St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 299-1179
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Italian
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: The house specialty is the chef's paneed "Veal Eleven 79," with asparagus, buffalo mozzarella, roasted red peppers and lemon sauce. The Wine list is majority Italian red wines.

Feelings Cafe
2600 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70117 [Map It]
(504) 945-2222
www.feelingscafe.com
Neighborhood: Faubourg Marigny/Bywater
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Continental, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Located in Faubourg-Marigny at the corner of Franklin and Chartres. Patio, it was a slave quarters bar in the 1790's. Balcony dining on weekends. Piano player Friday and Saturday from 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm. 1860's Creole store house main dining room. In business since 1979. Favorite dishes include duck, steak, seafood, veal, and chicken dishes. Famous peanut butter pie.

Flaming Torch Restaurant
737 Octavia St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 895-0900
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Gautreau's Restaurant
1728 Soniat St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 899-7397
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Gautreau's offers Modern French and contemporary Louisiana fare using only fresh ingredients. The menu changes about every six weeks. Gautreau's was just named one of "The Bon Appetit Hot 50 " in the magazine's "guide to what's hot now...the best flavors, most innovative menus, and latest scenes from coast to coast" March 2005 issue.

Herbsaint Bar and Restaurant
701 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 524-4114
www.herbsaint.com
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Popular dishes include the wild green salad spiced with gorgonzola and peppered pecans, eggplant Napoleon, shrimp bisque, gumbo, short ribs, pork loin, rib-eye, lamb and salmon with mustard-seed coating. For dessert try a twist on the classic beignet-chocolate beignet or the saffroned semolina cake with caramel.

Irene's Cusine Of The French Quarter
539 St. Philip St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 529-8811
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Continental, Italian
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Famous for their duck St. Philip which is roasted crispy and glazed with raspberry demi-glace, this Italian restaurant is a favorite amongst the locals. The favorites do not stop at dinner, try the Chocolate Hazelnut Truffle or the Bananas Foster bread pudding for dessert. No reservations.

La Crepe Nanou
1410 Robert St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 899-2670
www.lacrepenanou.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: La Crepe Nanou is a cozy little French cafe located in uptown New Orleans. We use only the freshest ingredients in our recipes. In addition to our list of dessert and entree crepes, we have a complete menu of fine grilled fish, grilled lamb, roasted chicken, and sauteed veal dishes. We've become known for having the best steamed mussels in town. We offer several French wines by the glass or bottle, as well as a full bar.

Lilette
3637 Magazine St. , New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 895-1636
www.liletterestaurant.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Among the favorite entrees are the Muscovy duck breast with cabbage and black olive sauce and the olive oil poached striped bass with raw artichokes, beets, hearts of palm, watercress and citrus vinaigrette. Chef John Harris apprenticed with Gautreau's, Bayona and a restaurant in France.

Lola's
3312 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119 [Map It]
(504) 488-6946
Neighborhood: Mid-City
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Spanish
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: A lover of garlic would be in heaven at this Spanish restaurant. Locals rave about the paella.

Marigny Brasserie (The)
640 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 945-4472
Neighborhood: Faubourg Marigny/Bywater
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: The Marigny Brasserie's french doors opening onto world-famous Frenchmen Street make this restaurant a casually-chic place to dine. It is a favorite among locals, foodies, and the well-informed tourist!

Martinique Bistro
5908 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 891-8495
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Martinique Bistro is best known for its brick-enclosed courtyard that allows you to eat under the trees with small fountains and flowers all around. Many enjoy the three course, fixed price menu that is based on an entree of fresh fish or you can choose for yourself from a listing of seafood, pork, or lamb. A child's plate is available.

Mat & Naddie's Cafe
937 Leonidas St., New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 861-9600
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Vegetarian, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Specializing in modern Louisiana food, this restaurant offers "fine dining in a casual atmosphere. "

Melting Pot (The)
1820 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 566-1481
www.meltingpot.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Fondue.

Mona Lisa
1212 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 522-6746
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Italian, Pizza
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: A good bet Italian place that offers salads, Italian favorites and Italian wines at affordable prices.

Muriel's
801 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 568-1885
www.muriels.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: The Bistro Offers New Orleans classics like Gumbo, BBQ Shrimp, Oysters "Muriel ", Turtle soup, Fried Gulf Shrimp Po-boy, Stuffed Flounder, Shrimp Remoulade and contemporary creole cuisine like Pecan Crusted Drum and Wood Grilled Tuna.

Napoleon House/Girod's Bistro
500 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 524-9752
www.napoleonhouse.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Bar/Pub Food
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Lunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Housed in a historic landmark dating from 1797 and family owned since 1914, this European-style cafe serves local sandwiches, soups, salads, gumbo and jambalaya. The atmosphere is unique and casual, the music is classical. Tuesday through Saturday evenings enjoy Mediterrean-French cuisine from Girod's Bistro. Second floor available for private parties of 50 to 150 guests.

One Restaurant and Lounge
8132 Hampson St., New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 301-9061
www.one-sl.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Contemporary, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Offers eclectic food of European descent.

Orleans Grapevine Bar & Bistro
720 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 523-1930, (800) 475-3649
www.orleansgrapevine.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, French
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Palm Court Jazz Cafe
1204 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 525-0200
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Located in a refurbished French Market warehouse, this dinner club features the best in traditional jazz with many of the musicians also performing at Preservation Hall, and a British/Creole mix of food.

Pascal's Manale Restaurant
1838 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 895-4877
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Italian, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Family owned and operated since 1913, Pascal's Manale specializes in Italian cuisine and seafood. It's the home of the original barbequed shrimp. Also recommended are the veal dishes and steaks.

Pat O'Brien's
718 St. Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 525-4823, (800) 597-4823
www.patobriens.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Sandwiches/Po-Boys
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: If you're a tourist, you are required to visit Pat O's, order at least one high-velocity Hurricane and listen to the piano-players. It's the law.

Pelican Club Restaurant And Bar (The)
312 Exchange Pl., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 523-1504
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Located on the French Quarter's quiet Exchange Alley, the Pelican Club Restaurant presents a unique blend of contemporary Louisiana cuisine with Asian influences. Chefs Richard Hughes and Chin Ling present a tasty menu which includes Veal and Shrimp Potstickers, as well as a fabulous Louisiana Cioppino full of fresh seafood.

Peristyle
1041 Dumaine St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 593-9535
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Try the pork chop, slow-grilled on tasso wild rice pilaf. It's topped with a port wine and sultana reduction. Also highly recommended is the boneless duck breast, grilled with seared foie gras and served with duck crackling sweet potato hash in a stratified foie gras berry reduction.

Restaurant August
301 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 299-9777
www.rest-august.com
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Continental, Contemporary
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Some of August's popular specialties include wild pheasant and rabbit with sage and morel mushrooms, seared bass and shrimp- and lobster-stuffed piquillo peppers. The foie gras appetizer is the rave of the town, while the reasonably sized entrees always leave room for dessert. The wine list includes an impressive 250 bottles, some of which can be quite expensive. Chef John Besh combines everything to make this restaurant a unique CBD stop!

Ristorante Civello
5831 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 899-6987
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Italian
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

River 127
100 Iberville St., Wyndham New Orleans Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 553-5082
www.wyndham.com
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Contemporary, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Continental cuisine with a Louisiana influence overlooking the Mississippi River and the French Quarter. Sunday Jazz/Champagne Brunch. Reservations recommended.

Stella!
1032 Chartres St. , New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 587-0091
www.restaurantstella.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French, Contemporary
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Intimately located in the French Quarter of New Orleans is Stella! where Chef Scott Boswell creates exciting, new American cuisine influenced jointly by world flavors and his Louisiana roots. With its warm and elegant decor, thoughtful wine list and knowledgeable and friendly staff, the stage is set for the true treasure at Stella!, the food. Bold and intense flavors. Fresh, quality ingredients. Extraordinary combinations and creations. Cuisine that only knows the limits of Chef Scott Boswell's endless imagination! Reservations are suggested. No smoking within the restaurant

Table One
2800 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 872-9035
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Tommy's Cuisine and Wine Bar
746 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 581-1103
www.tommyscuisine.com
Neighborhood: Arts/Warehouse District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Italian
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: A Warehouse District restaurant with a Creole-Italian menu. Reservations recommended.

Upperline (The)
1413 Upperline St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 891-9822
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Continental
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: This trendsetting Uptown bistro is one of the most influential restaurants ever to open in New Orleans. Upperline is also one of the friendliest fine dining spots in town, where Uptown Republicans and rakish bohemians pull up at adjoining tables. Offbeat Magazine has enthusiastically compared Upperline with Alice Water's legendary restaurant, Chez Panisse. Upperline's JoAnn Clevenger once said, "New Orleans is extraordinarily beautiful. Listen to the music, look at the architecture, the flowers. We're very lucky. And you know, it's not just where you're going, but the in between part -- how you get there -- that matters." That's the Upperline spirit.

Vincent's Italian Cuisine
7839 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 866-9313
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Italian, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Good, classic Italian food in a family-style atmosphere. Pastas are familiar -- angel hair, shells, and penne. And with plenty of parmesan cheese, olive oil, and creamy sauces, Vincent's fills the stomachs with classic appetizers and entrees such as breaded eggplant, fried oysters, pasta Alfredo, and veal pizziola. Some dishes are big enough to be shared between two people.