re: Went to High Hat, Vals and Bearcat Cafe recently (New Orleans)...

Pigeon and whale is killing it on all fronts, but their drink specialty is definitely the negroni. Good bar menu, albeit a little one night, and great food. For a high end meal, they're hard to beat.

Ancoras bar program is not to be slept on. Great pizza and appetizers, haven't explored anything else on their menu. Bartender knows his shite and can make some really creative stuff, all riffs on various cocktails with an added amaro or cello.

Cure has the overall best cocktails in the city for my money. Their apps are good but if you're looking for an app that will actually put a dent in your hunger, you're better off going to Ancora.

Company Burger is a burger... It's a good burger, not a life changing one.