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Let's Talk About High Hat Cafe'
Posted on 7/31/12 at 10:08 pm
Posted on 7/31/12 at 10:08 pm
I guess I've eaten there about ten times or so. I think it's perfect for what it aspires to be. And that is a traditional neighborhood cafe'/restaurant. It reminds me of places that were still open when I first moved to New Orleans (just after the Pleistocene Era). Both in atmosphere and the variety of the menu.
glassman can wax eloquently on the virtues of the hamburger so I'll leave most of that to him. I'll just say it's damned good.
The catfish, chicken and pork dishes are all topnotch. The sides are great. But the best things are the specials each night . . . whether it's homemade meat loaf, stewed chicken, whatever. The salads are terrific. The bar serves some nice cocktails.
I'm not touting it as the best place in New Orleans in its price range, but I am saying it's turning out to be a reliable place to go if you live Uptown.
glassman can wax eloquently on the virtues of the hamburger so I'll leave most of that to him. I'll just say it's damned good.
The catfish, chicken and pork dishes are all topnotch. The sides are great. But the best things are the specials each night . . . whether it's homemade meat loaf, stewed chicken, whatever. The salads are terrific. The bar serves some nice cocktails.
I'm not touting it as the best place in New Orleans in its price range, but I am saying it's turning out to be a reliable place to go if you live Uptown.
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Posted on 7/31/12 at 10:18 pm to VOR
I've been twice, and both times were really good. One thing I find funny is that it's the only restaurant I've ever heard of where everyone raves about the pickles. I mean, they're awesome, but it's funny that they're the thing that everyone raves about.
Posted on 7/31/12 at 10:33 pm to ProjectP2294
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where everyone raves about the pickles
They do have a really good spiciness to them. I really like the place. When I can order a burger rare it really makes me happy. The crabmeat and watermelon salad is as close to a perfect summer dish that I can imagine.
Posted on 7/31/12 at 10:37 pm to glassman
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where everyone raves about the pickles
They do have a really good spiciness to them.
I forgot to mention them.
My wife and I were there Saturday night and we both remarked about their goodness. quote:
The crabmeat and watermelon salad is as close to a perfect summer dish that I can imagine.
Awesomeness for sure.
Posted on 7/31/12 at 10:41 pm to VOR
Am I going to meet this mythical creature? Or is better to not do so?
Posted on 7/31/12 at 10:53 pm to VOR
I like it a lot too. Their Satsuma pie and Sweet Potato salad are both game changers. Their burger is way up there and it is cool with very reasonable prices.
Posted on 7/31/12 at 10:59 pm to glassman
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Am I going to meet this mythical creature? Or is better to not do so?
Well, in a pseudo-soccer-fan drunken haze, I may have revealed too much at Finn's. Can I trust you to shut the frick up if I introduce you to her?
Posted on 8/13/12 at 7:57 pm to VOR
so what are some must have menu items? im going tomorrow, and am for sure getting the burger, but what else should i get?
Posted on 8/13/12 at 10:28 pm to Wooly
anyone?
Posted on 8/13/12 at 10:36 pm to Wooly
-High Hat burger with pimento cheese is a must. I remember writing in another thread that I liked Company Burger a lot, but I think it is worth the short walk to go to High Hat instead. They've got the better burger in my opinion.
-Catfish is always very good.
-Boudin stuffed pork chop is killer.
-Catfish is always very good.
-Boudin stuffed pork chop is killer.
This post was edited on 8/13/12 at 10:38 pm
Posted on 8/13/12 at 11:08 pm to VOR
Also home to one of the best racks in NOLA!
ETA: next time I go there, I will buck the trend and not get the burger
ETA: next time I go there, I will buck the trend and not get the burger
This post was edited on 8/13/12 at 11:10 pm
Posted on 8/13/12 at 11:35 pm to VOR
quote:
I'm not touting it as the best place in New Orleans in its price range, but I am saying it's turning out to be a reliable place to go if you live Uptown.
Just moved Uptown, High Hat is next on my long list.
Posted on 8/13/12 at 11:44 pm to Wooly
tamales are good
fried catfish is good as is fried chicken
if you are getting a burger you wont be able to eat much else unless you are huge
fried catfish is good as is fried chicken
if you are getting a burger you wont be able to eat much else unless you are huge
Posted on 8/14/12 at 12:22 am to Lester Earl
Im gonna have to go back. I can't remember what I got (not burger), but there was nothing special about this place from start to finish in my visit, but every time I see it on the board people are raving about it. I guess I got to go again because my tastes are usually in line with the rest of civilized society.
Posted on 8/14/12 at 8:00 am to Teddy Ruxpin
I'VE GOT TO GO BACK TOO. MY ONLY VISIT THERE I WAS UNDERWHELMED.
Posted on 8/14/12 at 8:47 am to Librada
Things I have liked:
Of course, they make a very good burger.
Apps/Small plates
gumbo ya ya, shrimp remoulade wedge salad, hot tamales
Main dishes:
catfish, slow roasted pork
PLUS: They have very good daily specials on the board and I'm just as likely to get one of those . . . everything from special salads (watermelon and crab is great) to hot specials like oldfasioned meatloaf, stewed chicken, etc.
A couple of specialty cocktails, as well
Again, it's a very pleasant place with solid food.
Of course, they make a very good burger.
Apps/Small plates
gumbo ya ya, shrimp remoulade wedge salad, hot tamales
Main dishes:
catfish, slow roasted pork
PLUS: They have very good daily specials on the board and I'm just as likely to get one of those . . . everything from special salads (watermelon and crab is great) to hot specials like oldfasioned meatloaf, stewed chicken, etc.
A couple of specialty cocktails, as well
Again, it's a very pleasant place with solid food.
Posted on 8/14/12 at 10:45 am to Wooly
quote:
anyone?
be patient my little plum
Posted on 8/14/12 at 10:57 am to VOR
Damn. Had a freind that lived on Calhoun right by freret and can't believe I missed out on this place. 
Posted on 8/14/12 at 11:55 am to Wooly
quote:
so what are some must have menu items? im going tomorrow, and am for sure getting the burger, but what else should i get?
well you nailed it already with the pimento cheese burger. let the drippings drop right onto the fries
I'd also recommend the tamales, but you're going to be full as frick afterwards.
Posted on 8/14/12 at 1:42 pm to Lester Earl
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if you are getting a burger you wont be able to eat much else unless you are huge
I'm a big guy and can't finish their burger. If you can try their pie, they make a killer Satsuma pie.
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