Brennan's
417 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 525-9711
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Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): French, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Dressy (Jacket May Be Required)
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Located in the heart of the historic French Quarter within walking distance of most major hotels and attractions, Brennan's sets itself apart from an array of fine restaurants in New Orleans. "Breakfast at Brennan's" is a tradition for local New Orleanians and visitors from around the world, while dinner recenly received the highest rating from the New Orleans Times-Picayune newspaper, 5 beans out of 5. Since 1983, Brennan's Restaurant's 35,000 bottle wine cellar has received the Wine Spectator Grand Award for one of the most outstanding wine lists in the world.

Buffet at Harrah's (The)
8 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 533-6000
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): American, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Drago's Seafood Restaurant
2 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70140 [Map It]
(504) 584-3911
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Seafood, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: “Home of the Original Charbroiled Oyster”. A New Orleans dining institution offering an extensive seafood menu, including signature dishes such as Drago's Original Charbroiled Oysters and Mama Ruth's Gumbo. Reservations aren't needed.

Grand Isle Restaurant
575 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 520-8530
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Seafood
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Inspired by the fishing village of the same name, Grand Isle Restaurant features po-boys, fresh seafood, delicious South Louisiana recipes and indisputably the coldest beer in town. It captures the deep flavor and culinary traditions of South Louisiana, harkening back to a 1920s and 30s way of life.

La Petite Grocery
4238 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 891-3377
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Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, French
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: A charming eatery in the heart of Uptown, La Petite Grocery caters to the palates of New Orleanians and leisure travelers with its delicious French cuisine. Daily happy hours with an intimate dining experience.

MiLa Restaurant
817 Common St., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 412-2580
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Continental, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: MiLa is the culmination of both the marriage of chefs Slade Rushing and Allison Vines-Rushing and their respective home state cuisines – Mississippi and Louisiana. With a heavy emphasis on provisions sourced from regional farmers, MiLa fuses traditional Southern classics with fresh and surprising ingredients. Dine in an elegant yet relaxed dining room in downtown New Orleans.

Mr. B's Bistro
201 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 523-2078
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Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: This clubby, relaxed and comfortable French Quarter bistro specializes in Contemporary Creole Cooking. Hickory Grilled meats, seafood and vegetables dominate a menu lush with local and regional ingredients. Dine on our world famous Pasta Jambalaya and Barbeque Shrimp. Carmelized Tuna and Pepper Crusted Duck are two spectacular dinner entrees not to be missed! Join us for Sunday Jazz Brunch featuring Joe Simon's Jazz Trio. Locals know that Mr. B's is the place to B and B Seen!

Mulate's
201 Julia St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 522-1492, (800) 854-9149
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Neighborhood: Arts/Warehouse District
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Seafood
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Mulate's, the Original Cajun Restaurant, features authentic Cajun cuisine and live Cajun music and dancing nightly. Mulate's is conveniently located across the street from the Convention Center and the Riverwalk. Don't miss the Zydeco Gumbo and leave room for the Homemade Bread Pudding!

Olivier's Restaurant
204 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 525-7734
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Neighborhood: French Quarter
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Seafood
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Oliviers Restaurant has tempted the taste buds of New Orleans residents and visitors for over 15 years with recipes passed down four generations. Experience traditional and innovative Creole Cuisine at its best, while relaxing in an atmosphere surrounded by the sweet sounds of jazz and light classical music.

Ralph's on the Park
900 City Park Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119 [Map It]
(504) 488-1000
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Neighborhood: Mid-City
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Recognized by Bon Appetit, Wine Spectator, New York Times and The Washington Post for fine cuisine and an innovative menu. Ralph’s on the Park, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan, offers food fresh from the farms and waters of Louisiana and majestic views of City Park.

5 Fifty 5
555 Canal St., Marriott Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 553-5638
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Beebe's
7224 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124 [Map It]
(504) 302-9657
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)

Buster's Soul Food
2135 St Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 522-6602
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana

Cafe Madea
731 Common St. , New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 558-3998
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Coffeehouse/Cafe, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch (Call ahead for hours)

Chef's Corner
710 S Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 865-0090
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Steakhouses
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Creole Skillet
200 Julia St. , New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 304-6318
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner, Late Night (Call ahead for hours)

Daisy Dukes
91 French Market Place, New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 561-5171, (800) 613-2479
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Seafood, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night (Call ahead for hours)

Hostel
329 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 587-0036
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

La Bayou
208 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 525-4755
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner, Late Night (Call ahead for hours)
Description: La Bayou Restaurant serves "True New Orleans Cookin'" We take pride in serving fresh ingredients and fresh seafood. Our doors open up to The World Famous Bourbon Street where the party never stops. Come in for lunch or dinner, we'll be happy to have you.

Lafitte's Cafe
6325 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122 [Map It]
(504) 284-7878
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Lil' Dizzy's Cafe
610 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 212-5656
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Coffeehouse/Cafe
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)

Melange
921 Canal St., The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 524-1331
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Melange restaurant is a mixture of the most renowned dishes from New Orleans' most infamous restaurants accented by some of the chef's own culinary creations amidst the backdrop of jazz. The restaurant is a celebration of New Orleans and of its reputation as one of the best destinations for food in the world.

Remoulade
309 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 523-0377
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Remoulade caters to out-of-towners who stroll the French Quarter at their own pace, and to locals who stop in for lunch, or a drink and a quick bite after work. Famous Shrimp Arnaud, red beans and rice, oysters on the half shell and po-boys share the menu with 8-oz. specialty burgers, grilled all-beef hot dogs and thin-crust pizza.

Sassafras
10100 I-10 Service Rd, Best Western Avalon Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70127 [Map It]
(504) 378-5001, (888) 819-5090
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

The Country Club
634 Louisa St., New Orleans, LA 70117 [Map It]
(504) 945-0742
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Crawfish dirty rice cakes. Crispy grilled flatbread pizzas. Salads of yellow beets and greens spiked with basil leaves. Bacon-wrapped rabbit terrines studded with pickled apples and garlic cloves. Sound good to you? Then this could be the great mid-priced New Orleans restaurant you've been waiting for. Brett Anderson- The Times Picayune