Bambu
4 Canal St., Harrah's Casino, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 525-3689
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Japanese/Sushi
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Besh Steakhouse
512 S. Peters St., Harah's Casino, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 533-6111
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Steakhouses
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: With 150 seats set amidst blue water-like crystal puddles and a dazzling amber bar, The Besh Steakhouse at Harrah's is not your traditional steakhouse. The restaurant is a combination of Chef Besh's own ideas with traditional steakhouse menu items along with New Orleans influences mixed together. All wine in the cellar is hand-selected. Reservations are recommended.

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.

Gordon Biersch Brewery
200 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 522-2739
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Microbrewery, American
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: The Gordon Biersch menu consists of appetizers and entrees influenced by a variety of cuisines, all designed to complement Dan's signature lager beer.

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 Cote Brasserie
700 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 613-2350
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Seafood
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Award winning, regional creole seafood with oyster bar located on street level in the Renaissance Arts Hotel. Serves Sunday Brunch weekly. Alfresco dining with large picture windows.

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.

New Orleans Grill (The)
300 Gravier St., Windsor Court Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 523-6000
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): American, Eclectic
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Ranked #15 in Zagat's Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America, The New Orleans Grill is a favorite amongst locals, providing an understated yet elegant setting with its signature florals, original artwork, live entertainment, and award-winning cuisine.

Ruth's Chris Steak House
525 Fulton Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 587-7099
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Steakhouses, American
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: Over $24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch (Call ahead for hours)

Allegro Bistro
1100 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70163 [Map It]
(504) 582-2350
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Contemporary, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Across the street from the Superdome this restaurant offers validated parking and is open for all home Saints games.

Anatole
600 St. Charles Ave. , New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 274-0105
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Seafood
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Apple Seed Shoppe (The)
201 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 529-3442
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Vegetarian
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Lunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: The Apple Seed Shoppe serves salads, soups, healthy sandwiches and smoothies.

Atrium
881 Convention Center Blvd. , Holiday Inn Select/Intercontinental New Orleans Convention Center 3rd floor, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 524-1881
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Seafood, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Azul Restaurant
535 Tchoupitoulas St., Ambassador Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 599-2111
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cuban
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Restaurant Azul, next to the Ambassador Hotel, serves up a Cuban Asian experience to all that dine there.

Back To The Garden
833 Howard Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 299-8792
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Vegetarian, Sandwiches/Po-Boys
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Lunch (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Healthy breakfast and lunch options. Vegetarian dishes offered.

Bayou Eatery
400 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 299-8600
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): American
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Lunch (Call ahead for hours)

Big Easy of Canal
428 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 903-1763
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Pizza, Fast Food
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Late Night (Call ahead for hours)

Bon Ton Cafe
401 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 524-3386
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Serving authentic Cajun dishes from family recipes since the 1950s. Friendly service and great food served with Old New Orleans ambiance in a casual atmosphere. Located in the Central Business District adjacent to the French Quarter, Bon Ton is the oldest cajun restaurant in New Orleans. Try the 5-course crawfish sampler dinner.

Cafe Adelaide
300 Poydras St., Loews Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 595-3305
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Cajun/Creole/Louisiana, Contemporary
Attire: Business Casual
Price Range: $18-$24
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)
Description: Part of Commander's Palace restaurants, this cafe is in the plush new Loews Hotel. Appetizers include the steamed mussels with chorizo, while the main attractions include a red-wine braised duck served over grits, and the light and tasty citrus-rubbed shrimp over coconut rice with mango salsa. Reservations recommended. "Broadway Brunch " - Saturday & Sunday, 11:00am - 2:00pm (featuring local singer Phillip Manuel on Sundays only)

Cafe CBD
643 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown

Café du Marche
555 Canal St., Marriott Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 581-1000, (888) 364-1200
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): American
Attire: Casual
Price Range: $12-$18
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Cafe Du Monde
1 Poydras St., Riverwalk Marketplace, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 587-0841
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Coffeehouse/Cafe
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch (Call ahead for hours)

Cafe Nuage
365 Canal St., Canal Place, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 522-4191
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): Coffeehouse/Cafe, Fast Food
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)

Cajun Mike's
116 Baronne St., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 566-0055
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Restaurant/Cuisine Type(s): American, Cajun/Creole/Louisiana
Attire: Casual
Price Range: Under $12
Open For: Lunch, Dinner (Call ahead for hours)