Commander's Palace
Old-school New Orleans fine dining. Turtle soup, jazz brunch, service, and the full New Orleans experience.
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Favorite Classic Restaurants
Antoine’s
Historic Creole dining and one of the city’s great old-line restaurants.
Classic CreoleArnaud’s
A strong choice for classic Creole food, cocktails, and Sunday brunch.
Classic BrunchGalatoire’s
A true New Orleans institution, especially for a long Friday lunch.
Old SchoolBroussard’s
Classic French-Creole setting with a strong brunch feel.
BrunchRestaurant August
Polished fine dining in a historic setting with Louisiana influence.
Fine DiningBilly’s Favorite Restaurants
Nirvana Indian Cuisine
A personal favorite for Indian food in New Orleans.
IndianPaladar 511
Creative Italian neighborhood spot with pizza, pasta, and small plates.
ItalianClancy’s
Worth the cab ride. Uptown classic with polished food and a neighborhood feel.
Uptown ClassicMeril
Casual Emeril spot with small plates, cocktails, and a lively room.
Small PlatesLa Petite Grocery
Modern New Orleans dining from Justin Devillier.
Modern New OrleansBoucherie
Smoked meats, Southern influence, charcuterie, and one of Billy’s go-to spots.
Southern / SmokeBourrée
Casual Cajun smokehouse next to Boucherie. Good for wings, po-boys, and outdoor-style eating.
Casual CajunPatois
French-influenced neighborhood restaurant with a local accent.
French-LouisianaCentral City BBQ
BBQ spot with burnt ends, ribs, catering, and event-friendly food.
BBQLuke New Orleans
Reliable brasserie choice. Billy’s shrimp and grits with crabmeat kind of place.
BrasserieExtra Reliable Picks
Cochon
Cajun Southern cooking with a strong local flavor.
Cajun SouthernPêche
Great seafood choice for visitors and locals.
SeafoodGW Fins
Polished seafood restaurant and a strong special-occasion pick.
SeafoodSaffron NOLA
Modern Indian food with a New Orleans point of view.
Modern Indian