Top Rated Restaurants en Cafés in New Orleans

Cara Benson and her staff serve up French flavors in bountiful portions at Tartine. This small French café, tucked away near Uptown Square, serves breakfast, salads, and sandwiches on freshly baked bread, and desserts. Daily breakfast offerings include Quiche, Baked Eggs in Brioche and Scones while the lunch menu includes options like the Ham Sandwich topped with triple cream brie, butter lettuce and fig mustard on a baguette. Other favorites are the Pork Rillette on toasted baguette, and a Tuna Nicoise Salad. Decadent cakes for any occasion are available by special order. -Bethany Culp

What started as an experiment by two friends, both amateurs, has slowly captured the imagination of hungry diners craving for authentic, juicy New York-style pies known for their crisp and foldable slices. Bite into tantalizing Peppadew and Arugula pizza topped with succulent prosciutto, or try vegan versions such as Vegan Garlic Spinach. The Garlic Knots are worth a mention too for their crusty texture and addictive dressing. The perfect romantic ambiance, complete with string lights on an outdoor patio where you can hold engaging romantic conversations, adds to the experience. So the next time you want to grab a bite of your favorite New York style pie, you know where to go.

Dat Dogs offers big flavor in their small location on Freret Street. This colorful and casual restaurant caters to big appetites with a simple menu– hot dogs and fries. Choose a sausage from a menu of ten varieties. Traditionalists can opt for the German wiener or German beef wiener, while the more adventurous can go with a Slovenian sausage or alligator sausage. All sausages are served in a steamed and grilled bun and topped to the customer’s order. The toppings include different mustards, diced red onions, wasabi, sauerkraut, andouille sauce, cheddar cheese and chili. For a full meal, pair a dog with a basket of golden brown, cheese, or chili cheese fries. -Bethany Culp

While Twelve Mile Limit may look like your typical corner bar, it offers more than what comes to mind at first sight. This Mid-City watering hole serves up a menu of specialty cocktails at affordable prices. Choose from wine, draft beers from local breweries like Abita or order one of the carefully crafted drinks like the signature Twelve Mile Limit, made with white rum, brandy, rye, pomegranate and lime. Don't leave Twelve Mile Limit when your stomach starts growling. Instead, order from the bar's menu of Texas style BBQ and doberge cupcakes. -Bethany Culp

Diners can find a taste of the Caribbean in the Crescent City with a meal at Coco Hut. This ultra casual hidden gem on Bayou Road serves up Caribbean favorites with a home cooked feel. Jerk options are always on the menu, alongside a number of seafood and vegetable dishes served with island flare. Fresh limeade is available to compliment any meal. While the standard menu is available at every meal, don't miss the daily specials spelled out on the restaurant's chalkboard. - Bethany Culp

Associated with Erin Rose Bar, on Conti Street, Killer Poboys offers diners a great range of sandwiches that blend signature New Orleans sandwiches and international flavors. The offerings here feature an eclectic combination of ingredients - from seared shrimp to roasted sweet potato, you will find here a selection of Po-boys like no place else. The menu changes regularly to the delight of regular patrons, so keep an eye out for their latest offerings! The prices are delightfully low and the service is quick, and although hard to find, a visit to Killer Poboys is definitely well worth the effort.