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New Orleans trip - help please
Posted on 7/19/16 at 8:22 am
Posted on 7/19/16 at 8:22 am
My wife and I are going to New Orleans in a few weeks. We've both been a few times, but it's been about 8 or 9 years since our last trip.
1.) What's a good, relaxing place (Uptown, Garden District, French Quarter) to enjoy a good breakfast? Surrey's on Magazine is our "go-to", but we would like to mix it up a bit and try something completely new.
2.) What's an excellent place to hear some jazz music? It doesn't have to be at night time (honestly, the morning or day would be preferable)? Maybe even during breakfast?
3.) What are some of your favorite, low-key, relaxing places to enjoy a beer or drink? Nothing too grimy or smokey.
4.) Do you have any secret, specialty, or favorite shops in the French Quarter? We really enjoy browsing through the art galleries along Royal. I'd like to know if we're missing anything?
5.) Are there any rooftop or hotel bars at the top of the building that overlook the city? I'd love to have a sazerac while I watch the sunset along the French Quarter/Mississippi River/Superdome/etc.
6.) We've actually never had a muffalaetta from Central Grocery. A shrimp po-boy from Parkway Tavern is our go-to. Should we forego the po-boy and get a muffalaetta this time?
7.) Favorite coffee shops?
8.) Finally, Cochon vs. Herbsaint. I have reservations to both and must cancel one. Which would be your pick?
1.) What's a good, relaxing place (Uptown, Garden District, French Quarter) to enjoy a good breakfast? Surrey's on Magazine is our "go-to", but we would like to mix it up a bit and try something completely new.
2.) What's an excellent place to hear some jazz music? It doesn't have to be at night time (honestly, the morning or day would be preferable)? Maybe even during breakfast?
3.) What are some of your favorite, low-key, relaxing places to enjoy a beer or drink? Nothing too grimy or smokey.
4.) Do you have any secret, specialty, or favorite shops in the French Quarter? We really enjoy browsing through the art galleries along Royal. I'd like to know if we're missing anything?
5.) Are there any rooftop or hotel bars at the top of the building that overlook the city? I'd love to have a sazerac while I watch the sunset along the French Quarter/Mississippi River/Superdome/etc.
6.) We've actually never had a muffalaetta from Central Grocery. A shrimp po-boy from Parkway Tavern is our go-to. Should we forego the po-boy and get a muffalaetta this time?
7.) Favorite coffee shops?
8.) Finally, Cochon vs. Herbsaint. I have reservations to both and must cancel one. Which would be your pick?
This post was edited on 7/19/16 at 8:25 am
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Posted on 7/19/16 at 8:24 am to Grandioso
Thank you all to your replies. Typically, my wife and I do the same thing and stop at the same places (walk along Royal and browse the art galleries, take the streetcar to the universities and walk around Audubon Park while admiring the architecture, have breakfast at Surrey's, have drinks at the Monteleone, etc.) While some of this we will still do, we would like to mix it up from our usual routine given the sheer abundance of quality shops, restaurants, and establishments New Orleans offers.
Posted on 7/19/16 at 9:45 am to Grandioso
1.) I really like Toast, which is Uptown off of Laurel.
2.) We've been to the Davenport Lounge in the Ritz a few times and really enjoyed it. See answer for question 3, too.
3.) My favorite spot to hangout and relax with a bottle of wine is Bacchanal. There is also live music here daily. It can get pretty crowded at night, so you may want to get there early.
4.) I don't really frequent the French Quarter very often, so I can't really help you here.
5.) The only rooftop bar that I've been to is in the Ace hotel. There is a rooftop pool/bar on the 9th floor that is open to the public. They make pretty good drinks, too. That rooftop overlooks Lafayette Square. Not sure if that is the vibe you're going for, though.
6.) Do you like muffulettas (or olives)? If so, I'd go for it. If not, you can't go wrong with a po-boy from Parkway.
7.) I like the Merchant downtown and Corner Muse in the Lower Garden district.
8.) I'd go with Herbsaint.
2.) We've been to the Davenport Lounge in the Ritz a few times and really enjoyed it. See answer for question 3, too.
3.) My favorite spot to hangout and relax with a bottle of wine is Bacchanal. There is also live music here daily. It can get pretty crowded at night, so you may want to get there early.
4.) I don't really frequent the French Quarter very often, so I can't really help you here.
5.) The only rooftop bar that I've been to is in the Ace hotel. There is a rooftop pool/bar on the 9th floor that is open to the public. They make pretty good drinks, too. That rooftop overlooks Lafayette Square. Not sure if that is the vibe you're going for, though.
6.) Do you like muffulettas (or olives)? If so, I'd go for it. If not, you can't go wrong with a po-boy from Parkway.
7.) I like the Merchant downtown and Corner Muse in the Lower Garden district.
8.) I'd go with Herbsaint.
Posted on 7/19/16 at 9:55 am to Scooba
The wife and I enjoy a place known as the Grape Vine in the quarter. It has a happy hour wine by the glass or bottle. The best deal in the quarter. All the appetizers are good.
Favorite breakfast places all in the quarter, Eat, Mr. B's Sunday brunch and the Rib room in the Omni Hotel. The filet omelette is legit.
Our music preference is Sunday from noon till on Bourbon or Frenchman's street. We go from place to place listing to music and drinking beer. Not so much jazz but more Zydeco.
A great take out place is Verdi Mart on Royal. The All that Jazz poboy is had to beat but get with not so much cheese. My condo was near there and would often get the western omelette with a side of bacon.
I you go to Cafe Du Monde show up around 7:45 and sit in the outdoor part. It opens at 8 so just sit down and wait 15 minutes for your server. If you are any later there will be a long line.
Favorite breakfast places all in the quarter, Eat, Mr. B's Sunday brunch and the Rib room in the Omni Hotel. The filet omelette is legit.
Our music preference is Sunday from noon till on Bourbon or Frenchman's street. We go from place to place listing to music and drinking beer. Not so much jazz but more Zydeco.
A great take out place is Verdi Mart on Royal. The All that Jazz poboy is had to beat but get with not so much cheese. My condo was near there and would often get the western omelette with a side of bacon.
I you go to Cafe Du Monde show up around 7:45 and sit in the outdoor part. It opens at 8 so just sit down and wait 15 minutes for your server. If you are any later there will be a long line.
This post was edited on 7/19/16 at 10:02 am
Posted on 7/19/16 at 10:19 am to Grandioso
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5.) Are there any rooftop or hotel bars at the top of the building that overlook the city? I'd love to have a sazerac while I watch the sunset along the French Quarter/Mississippi River/Superdome/etc.
The view from The Pontchartrain Hotel rooftop is the best in the city.
Posted on 7/19/16 at 10:32 am to Grandioso
I second toast for a surrey alternative. If you want something a little higher end, Patois has a great brunch and a slightly cheaper way to enjoy one of the nicer restaurants in the city.
Couchon vs herbsaint. You cant go wrong with either. If you have been to one, try the other.
Couchon vs herbsaint. You cant go wrong with either. If you have been to one, try the other.
Posted on 7/19/16 at 11:01 am to Lorne Malvo
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The Pontchartrain Hotel rooftop is the best in the city.
I actually forgot this recently opened up. I'll have to check it out.
Posted on 7/19/16 at 11:03 am to Grandioso
1) I second the poster who suggested Toast. Coquette is great as well.
3) Cure, Delachaise, Oak for wine/cocktails. Ale, right next door to Oak, is nice as well and has a solid beer selection. There is a nice courtyard space in between the two. Avenue Pub has a good beer and whiskey selection.
4) MS Rau on Royal is always a great place to spend some time browsing.
5) Ace Hotel is cool. Pontchartrain Hotel is better as it is situated away from the CBD, so you get a great view of the skyline.
6) I like the muffuletta at Cochon Butcher better than the one at Central Grocery. Butcher is always worth a trip in my opinion.
7) Cherry Espresso on Laurel Street has great coffee.
8) These restaurants are totally different. Herbsaint is "nicer". But the cuisines aren't similar. Cochon is delicious, but I'd go with Herbsaint.
3) Cure, Delachaise, Oak for wine/cocktails. Ale, right next door to Oak, is nice as well and has a solid beer selection. There is a nice courtyard space in between the two. Avenue Pub has a good beer and whiskey selection.
4) MS Rau on Royal is always a great place to spend some time browsing.
5) Ace Hotel is cool. Pontchartrain Hotel is better as it is situated away from the CBD, so you get a great view of the skyline.
6) I like the muffuletta at Cochon Butcher better than the one at Central Grocery. Butcher is always worth a trip in my opinion.
7) Cherry Espresso on Laurel Street has great coffee.
8) These restaurants are totally different. Herbsaint is "nicer". But the cuisines aren't similar. Cochon is delicious, but I'd go with Herbsaint.
Posted on 7/19/16 at 2:17 pm to tigercross
Herbsaint or Cochon? Like them both but I'll take Herbsaint. Never had a CG muff? Try one. Rooftop bar - Hot Tin Roof Bar at the newly renovated Pontchartrain Hotel on St. Charles. I walked around there in the daytime when it was closed. Very nice. Can't wait to go back for drinks.
Posted on 7/19/16 at 2:20 pm to Grandioso
1. Look into Oak Street Cafe? I'm not too sure if it's still open, but they used to put a solid breakfast with some live jazz.
2. See #1. Other than that, check out The Spotted Cat, Apple Barrel, dba, Maison
3. Delachaise, Ave. Pub, Cosimo's, Chart Room, Molly's at the Market, Midcity Bulldog
4. Wish I could help you out. Royal is arguably the best street for that stuff. Try venturing further up Magazine Street towards Audubon for more shopping and window browsing.
5. The Westin at Canal Place offers a great view of the river and the French Quarter. I believe you can order a drink at the bar and take it to the lobby/view.
6. I believe Central Grocery allows you to oder muffalaettas by the 1/4 or 1/2. I'd go to Parkway and order a regular po boy (have a beer after on the patio at the Mid-City Bulldog) and then head to the FQ for a 1/4 or 1/2 muffalaetta at Central Grocery. Bam! Best of both worlds.
7. Not the best cup of coffee in town, but I always enjoyed Still Perkin' in the Garden District. The owners are very friendly and you're tucked away into a cool spot by Lafayette Cemetery. In terms of sheer taste, Mojo's is my favorite. I do believe Nola got a Stumptown recently.
8. Shiiiittttt.....as others have reiterated, both are great. Just different. Personally, I'd go with Herbsaint, but you're having a splendid meal at both.
2. See #1. Other than that, check out The Spotted Cat, Apple Barrel, dba, Maison
3. Delachaise, Ave. Pub, Cosimo's, Chart Room, Molly's at the Market, Midcity Bulldog
4. Wish I could help you out. Royal is arguably the best street for that stuff. Try venturing further up Magazine Street towards Audubon for more shopping and window browsing.
5. The Westin at Canal Place offers a great view of the river and the French Quarter. I believe you can order a drink at the bar and take it to the lobby/view.
6. I believe Central Grocery allows you to oder muffalaettas by the 1/4 or 1/2. I'd go to Parkway and order a regular po boy (have a beer after on the patio at the Mid-City Bulldog) and then head to the FQ for a 1/4 or 1/2 muffalaetta at Central Grocery. Bam! Best of both worlds.
7. Not the best cup of coffee in town, but I always enjoyed Still Perkin' in the Garden District. The owners are very friendly and you're tucked away into a cool spot by Lafayette Cemetery. In terms of sheer taste, Mojo's is my favorite. I do believe Nola got a Stumptown recently.
8. Shiiiittttt.....as others have reiterated, both are great. Just different. Personally, I'd go with Herbsaint, but you're having a splendid meal at both.
Posted on 7/20/16 at 2:08 am to Grandioso
Just got back after staying there a few days. We stayed at Hotel Sonesta which was great and got a good rate booking online through the hotel website. Downstairs they had PJ's coffee which I liked.
Had brunch twice at Stanley on Jackson Square just up the street from Cafe Du Monde. Also crawfish omelettes at Cafe Beignet next to the police station.
Do visit the Garden District as it had some neat shops and places to eat. Don't forget to drive by and take in the nice houses.
If you are leaving in a few weeks I'm guessing it will still be hot so visiting the art galleries as you noted is a good idea and a way to get into the air conditioning.
There seemed to be more construction going on from what I remembered in past times although it may have been because they are putting in a street car line I believe along Rampart. They are supposedly about finished but I'd probably stay clear of there.
Had brunch twice at Stanley on Jackson Square just up the street from Cafe Du Monde. Also crawfish omelettes at Cafe Beignet next to the police station.
Do visit the Garden District as it had some neat shops and places to eat. Don't forget to drive by and take in the nice houses.
If you are leaving in a few weeks I'm guessing it will still be hot so visiting the art galleries as you noted is a good idea and a way to get into the air conditioning.
There seemed to be more construction going on from what I remembered in past times although it may have been because they are putting in a street car line I believe along Rampart. They are supposedly about finished but I'd probably stay clear of there.
Posted on 7/20/16 at 7:11 am to Grandioso
Great suggestions here, but I would recomend Fleur de Lis cafe on Chartress, 300 block, for breakfast. Great bloodys and the seafood benedict is great.
Posted on 7/20/16 at 9:41 am to Grandioso
1.) What's a good, relaxing place (Uptown, Garden District, French Quarter) to enjoy a good breakfast? Pierre Antoine on St. Annes, great French toast and omlettes
2.) What's an excellent place to hear some jazz music? The Spotted Cat on Frenchman...
3.) What are some of your favorite, low-key, relaxing places to enjoy a beer or drink? St. James Cheese Company on Prytania. Take the street car there. There is also one on Tchoupitoulas in the warehouse district, but I haven't been to that one.
4.) Do you have any secret, specialty, or favorite shops in the French Quarter? Galleries on St. Claude
5.) Are there any rooftop or hotel bars at the top of the building that overlook the city? Catahoula Rooftop bar and the Omni royal
6.) We've actually never had a muffalaetta from Central Grocery. A shrimp po-boy from Parkway Tavern is our go-to. Personally I don't care for the muffalaetta. I prefer the fresh seafood you can get. Try Mulates on Julia or Deanies on Iberville if you haven't done it before.
7.) Favorite coffee shops? Addiction Coffee on Iberville
8.) Finally, Cochon vs. Herbsaint. I have reservations to both and must cancel one. Which would be your pick? Cochon
I know some of my answers may be touristy, but I enjoy that part of it in limited amounts.
Posted on 7/20/16 at 1:19 pm to Grandioso
Posted on 7/20/16 at 5:15 pm to Coater
1.) What's a good, relaxing place (Uptown, Garden District, French Quarter) to enjoy a good breakfast? Cafe Amelie in the quarter, Le boulangerie (though haven't been since Link took over) are both good tourist spots
2.) What's an excellent place to hear some jazz music?
Fritzel's for Dixieland. Spotted Cat or Irvin Mayfields otherwise
3.) What are some of your favorite, low-key, relaxing places to enjoy a beer or drink? Depends on where your staying and what kind of drinks you want. I'd suggest Bacchanal for a tourist. Day drinking at Lafitte's is also a tradition. Rusty Nail too.
4.) Do you have any secret, specialty, or favorite shops in the French Quarter? Not really secret, but I like Orange Gallerie
5.) Are there any rooftop or hotel bars at the top of the building that overlook the city? Ace Hotel, Ponchatrain hotel, and the bar at the Westin also has a great view of the river though not rooftop and can't vouch for the drinks. Too damn hot anyhow, i hit up sazerac, French 75, and Caroussel bar for cocktails when people are visiting.
6.) We've actually never had a muffalaetta from Central Grocery. A shrimp po-boy from Parkway Tavern is our go-to. No, go to Bevi in midcity though.
7.) Favorite coffee shops? Revelator on Tchoup in the WHD
8.) Finally, Cochon vs. Herbsaint. I have reservations to both and must cancel one. Which would be your pick? If you haven't been to either, Cochon. If you've already tried them, Herbsaint
Posted on 7/20/16 at 6:18 pm to SaturdayTraditions
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Try Mulates on Julia or Deanies on Iberville if you haven't done it before.
Dear lord.
Posted on 7/20/16 at 10:12 pm to Grandioso
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3.) What are some of your favorite, low-key, relaxing places to enjoy a beer or drink? Nothing too grimy or smokey.
The communists running the city outlawed smoking indoors, so you're OK wherever.
And on the rare occasion that I'm in the Quarter and things are crowded, May Bailey's is a great place to chill for 30-60 minutes. Nobody knows about it.
This post was edited on 7/20/16 at 10:14 pm
Posted on 7/20/16 at 11:04 pm to THRILLHO
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are some of your favorite, low-key, relaxing places to enjoy a beer or drink? Nothing too grimy or smokey.
If you're in the quarter and looking to get away from the madness for a bit I recommend Patrick's Bar Vin. It's one block off Bourbon and Bienville but it can feel a world away thanks to an unassuming courtyard deterring any drunks stumbling around.
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