Step into Muriel's for an authentic taste of New Orleans. Indulge in their flavorful offerings, including barbecued shrimp, gumbo, grilled drum fish, oysters, and a variety of appetizers, while your entrees are being prepared. Moreover, Muriel's is renowned for its Sunday jazz brunch, providing a delightful culinary experience. The tables are thoughtfully spaced apart to ensure private conversations, and Muriel's also hosts seasonal events such as dinner theaters. Muriel's charming ambiance, combined with its delectable cuisine and lively events, makes it a beloved destination for both locals and visitors.
Located in the heart of the French Quarter inside the Princess of Monaco Carriage House & Courtyard, Cafe Amelie offers a welcome refuge from the busy streets. As the former home of Alice Heine, the first American Princess of Monaco, the courtyard and carriage house provide an exquisite, romantic dining atmosphere. The kitchen uses only fresh, local ingredients for its small, but mighty menu which captures the flavor of the city with its southern Creole and Cajun cuisine. Try the New Orleans Pan Fried Crab Cakes with citrus drizzle or the Creole Lamb Chops. Dinner can get pricey, but you get what you pay for in service and ambiance. Patrons can also enjoy live music on Friday and Saturday evenings.
The friendly staff at Pho Nola strives to make customers feel at home at this Metairie Vietnamese café. The lengthy menu features carefully prepared Vietnamese dishes ready for family-style meals like Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Bahn Hoi and noodle entrees. Pho Nola’s Pho (a traditional Vietnamese noodle soup of clear broth rice noodles) is fully flavored with a plethora of condiments like jalapeño, cilantro, basil and hot chili sauce. Pho Nola’s beverage menu includes a selection of boba teas, a Vietnamese soybean drink and Pho Nola specialty fruit drinks. -Bethany Culp
Pride of French Quarter, The Italian Barrel is a must visit! The ambiance is warm, cozy and intimate. Some of the authentic Italian items featured on the menu are mussels, raviolli, bruschetta, pastas, and salads. The service here is attentive and exceptional. They have a great collection of the Italian wines to go with every meal. The desserts are irresistible, especially the tiramisu! You may enjoy the outdoor seating as well. For reservations and more information, visit the website or call ahead.
Inspired after the age-old Cajun tradition of sharing the food among the participants of the feast, Bourrée at Boucherie translates to butcher shop. It is the most popular place that locals flock to, when in need for a dose of rich Southern-style dishes. The menu is influenced by Chef Zimet's personal experiences as he explored the many food options in North Carolina before beginning this venture. The prices are affordable and adds to the happy smiles that can be seen on the faces of diners relishing their meals here.
Olde N'awlins Cookery is a casual, local restaurant that prides itself is offering its guests a dining experience that is authentic. With specialities like BBQ shrimp, blackened Redfish, crawfish etoufee, Alligator bites and seafood gumbo alongside cajun pastas, steaks, salads and much more, the restaurant serves up a delicious selection of local dishes, prepared using authentic recipes and all the spices that distinguished this cuisine from all others. To keep you cool as you savour your delicious meal, the bar offers a variety of beers, wines and colorful cocktails. Located in the heart of the city's French Quarter, the restaurant has come to be popular amongst locals and tourists alike.