The best restaurants in Kenner

82 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Contemporary-style chain spot for pizzas with specialty toppings, plus calzones & sandwiches.

150 Ormond Center Ct (Destrehan)

Contemporary-style chain spot for pizzas with specialty toppings, plus calzones & sandwiches.

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Casual eatery specializing in traditional and inventive sushi rolls, as well as hibachi fare.

5163 General De Gaulle Dr Ste N (New Orleans)

Casual eatery specializing in traditional and inventive sushi rolls, as well as hibachi fare.

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Low-key neighborhood seafood joint with fresh Gulf fish plus po' boys & a raw-oyster bar.

3201 Williams Blvd

Low-key neighborhood seafood joint with fresh Gulf fish plus po' boys & a raw-oyster bar.

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Nola Nica

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Laid-back option featuring Nicaraguan eats such as fritanga, carne asada, and plantains.

120 Mallard St Ste. 120 (St Rose)

Laid-back option featuring Nicaraguan eats such as fritanga, carne asada, and plantains.

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Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

3344 Williams Blvd

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

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Smitty's Seafood

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Boiled seafood & other New Orleans specialties dished up in a laid-back local watering-hole setting.

2000 W Esplanade Ave

Boiled seafood & other New Orleans specialties dished up in a laid-back local watering-hole setting.

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Crawfish, oyster and shrimp dishes are served at this relaxed restaurant featuring a full bar and murals.

2121 25th St

Crawfish, oyster and shrimp dishes are served at this relaxed restaurant featuring a full bar and murals.

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Cicis Pizza

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Italian chain offering an array of specialty pizzas, plus classic pastas & salads.

6311 Airline Dr (Metairie)

Italian chain offering an array of specialty pizzas, plus classic pastas & salads.

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Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

3920 Williams Blvd

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

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Clay pots, seafood & other Chinese classics are offered with fine & bubble teas in relaxed digs.

3800 Williams Blvd

Clay pots, seafood & other Chinese classics are offered with fine & bubble teas in relaxed digs.

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

2236 Veterans Blvd

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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Whether you’re feeling a classic pepperoni, a bright Margherita, or a build-your-own experiment, Royal's Woodfire Pizza turns out…

2483 Royal St (New Orleans)

Whether you’re feeling a classic pepperoni, a bright Margherita, or a build-your-own experiment, Royal's Woodfire Pizza turns out wood-fired pies built on classic recipes and creative combos with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Add a Caesar, a golden stromboli or calzone, and maybe a Lebanese Tea...

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 6, 2026

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When you need a legit smashed burger situation, Smash House - Nola hits with kosher-friendly and halal options, the OG Classic or melty…

106 Royal St (New Orleans)

When you need a legit smashed burger situation, Smash House - Nola hits with kosher-friendly and halal options, the OG Classic or melty Smash Melt, a Veggie Smash that actually satisfies, plus unruly sides like Hot Tots and Bacon Cheddar Ranch Fries…and thick Oreo Cookies or Peanut Butter Reeses shakes.

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Broussard's

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Because sometimes you need brass with your brunch, Broussard's, a New Orleans classic since 1920, brings a Jazz Brunch that nails…

819 Conti St (New Orleans) · ✓ checked Jul 31

Because sometimes you need brass with your brunch, Broussard's, a New Orleans classic since 1920, brings a Jazz Brunch that nails French-Creole flavors in a historic setting. Sip something crisp at the Empire Bar, linger in the courtyard, and remember why we live here for food and hospitality like this.

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Bayona

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Bayona is that rare spot where New Orleans soul meets polished technique, turning the freshest local ingredients into balanced, quietly…

430 Dauphine St (New Orleans) · ✓ checked Jul 31

Bayona is that rare spot where New Orleans soul meets polished technique, turning the freshest local ingredients into balanced, quietly complex plates inside a historic Creole cottage. August brings their Julia Child Dinner Series and COOLinary menus... perfect excuse to plan a lingering catch-up that feels special.

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Southern, Cajun, brunch eatery for waffles, pancakes and omelettes, plus burgers, grits and grits po' boys.

935 Gravier St First Floor (New Orleans)

Southern, Cajun, brunch eatery for waffles, pancakes and omelettes, plus burgers, grits and grits po' boys.

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Clover Grill

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Retro-styled diner drawing crowds from neighboring gay bars with burgers & breakfast served 24/7.

900 Bourbon St (New Orleans)

Retro-styled diner drawing crowds from neighboring gay bars with burgers & breakfast served 24/7.

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Sofia

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Restaurant serving handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza & Italian cuisine amid informal surrounds.

516 Julia St (New Orleans)

Restaurant serving handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza & Italian cuisine amid informal surrounds.

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Vietnamese classics & a few other popular Asian dishes in modern, industrial digs.

5100 Freret St (New Orleans)

Vietnamese classics & a few other popular Asian dishes in modern, industrial digs.

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Barcelona Tapas

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Casual Spanish restaurant serving tapas, paella, sangria, and other dishes in a laid-back setting.

720 Dublin St (New Orleans)

Casual Spanish restaurant serving tapas, paella, sangria, and other dishes in a laid-back setting.

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Étoile

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Farm-to-table fine-dining restaurant for tasting menus, wine pairings and cocktails.

3607 Magazine St (New Orleans)

Farm-to-table fine-dining restaurant for tasting menus, wine pairings and cocktails.

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PhoTran

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PhoTran nails the comforting stuff locals crave, from fragrant pho with legit depth to a grilled pork banh mi that crunches back. Vegan…

2005 Magazine St (New Orleans)

PhoTran nails the comforting stuff locals crave, from fragrant pho with legit depth to a grilled pork banh mi that crunches back. Vegan pals are covered too with tofu pho and lemongrass curry tofu, then finish strong with Vietnamese iced coffee or salty pickled lemonade.

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Bustling sandwich shop & market supplying gourmet Bries, blues & Gruyères, plus salads.

641 Tchoupitoulas St (New Orleans)

Bustling sandwich shop & market supplying gourmet Bries, blues & Gruyères, plus salads.

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Domenica

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Upmarket Italian fare from unique pizzas to pastas served in a warm, airy space with chandeliers.

123 Baronne St (New Orleans)

Upmarket Italian fare from unique pizzas to pastas served in a warm, airy space with chandeliers.

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Casual eatery serving up popular breakfast dishes, sandwiches, soups, and po' boys.

814 Gravier St (New Orleans)

Casual eatery serving up popular breakfast dishes, sandwiches, soups, and po' boys.

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Neighborhood restaurant offers shareable plates with international influences, cocktails, and wine.

1051 Annunciation St (New Orleans)

Neighborhood restaurant offers shareable plates with international influences, cocktails, and wine.

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Catfish, pimiento cheese & other Southern specialties plus cocktails in relaxed, modern cafe space.

4500 Freret St (New Orleans)

Catfish, pimiento cheese & other Southern specialties plus cocktails in relaxed, modern cafe space.

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Lola's

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Spanish tapas, paella & entrees plus housemade sangria in a quaint, lively space.

3312 Esplanade Ave (New Orleans)

Spanish tapas, paella & entrees plus housemade sangria in a quaint, lively space.

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Compère Lapin

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A sophisticated eatery serving Caribbean- and European-accented takes on New Orleans flavors.

535 Tchoupitoulas St (New Orleans)

A sophisticated eatery serving Caribbean- and European-accented takes on New Orleans flavors.

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Dakar NOLA

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Diners can enjoy Senegalese fare at this intimate spot that offers tasting menus with wine pairings.

937 Leonidas St (New Orleans)

Diners can enjoy Senegalese fare at this intimate spot that offers tasting menus with wine pairings.

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Verti Marte

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This longtime market & deli open 24/7 is known for Creole-inspired sandwiches, entrees & sides.

1201 Royal St (New Orleans)

This longtime market & deli open 24/7 is known for Creole-inspired sandwiches, entrees & sides.

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Bayou Hot Wings

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Chicken wings & loads of sauces star but there are also burgers, sides & more at this small spot.

6221 S Claiborne Ave (New Orleans)

Chicken wings & loads of sauces star but there are also burgers, sides & more at this small spot.

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Mona Lisa

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Mona Lisa is that Lower French Quarter staple you hit when only a saucy classic or a garlicky spinach-feta pie will do. Think…

1212 Royal St (New Orleans)

Mona Lisa is that Lower French Quarter staple you hit when only a saucy classic or a garlicky spinach-feta pie will do. Think crowd-pleasing pies like the Carnivore or Mediterranean, shareable starters, and make-your-own combos, all in a quirky room lined with hundreds of Mona Lisas.

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Charming, counter-serve cafe with a menu of beignets, Cajun & breakfast fare, plus patio seats.

311 Bourbon St (New Orleans)

Charming, counter-serve cafe with a menu of beignets, Cajun & breakfast fare, plus patio seats.

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Cheery restaurant serving rustic, wood-fired Italian fare with a Southern twist, plus wine and cocktails.

700 Magazine St (New Orleans)

Cheery restaurant serving rustic, wood-fired Italian fare with a Southern twist, plus wine and cocktails.

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Snug, funky bistro offering modern Latin-Caribbean small plates, happy hour & Saturday brunch.

3700 Magazine St (New Orleans)

Snug, funky bistro offering modern Latin-Caribbean small plates, happy hour & Saturday brunch.

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Bésame

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Colorful eatery for Latin-American tapas, plus cocktails, wine and beer at a bar.

110 S Rampart St (New Orleans)

Colorful eatery for Latin-American tapas, plus cocktails, wine and beer at a bar.

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Relaxed eateries serving burgers, pasta and fried seafood, plus cocktails and beer at the bar.

445 S Rampart St (New Orleans)

Relaxed eateries serving burgers, pasta and fried seafood, plus cocktails and beer at the bar.

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Rustic-chic spot offering regional breakfast & brunch dishes with a modern twist & local craft beer.

801 Decatur St (New Orleans)

Rustic-chic spot offering regional breakfast & brunch dishes with a modern twist & local craft beer.

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Casual eatery for Louisiana fried chicken and seafood items such as poboys, plus daiquiris.

730 St Louis St (New Orleans)

Casual eatery for Louisiana fried chicken and seafood items such as poboys, plus daiquiris.

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Costera

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Mediterranean-influenced restaurant serving small plates of seafood and local produce in a casual, stylish setting.

4938 Prytania St (New Orleans)

Mediterranean-influenced restaurant serving small plates of seafood and local produce in a casual, stylish setting.

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Local chain serving seafood & Cajun-Southern comfort fare in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

121 Chartres St (New Orleans)

Local chain serving seafood & Cajun-Southern comfort fare in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

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Crack'D Brunch

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Cheery, casual eatery for breakfast, brunch, lunch and cocktails serving New Orleans-inspired eats.

1901 Sophie Wright Pl (New Orleans)

Cheery, casual eatery for breakfast, brunch, lunch and cocktails serving New Orleans-inspired eats.

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Brennan's

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Fine-dining landmark famed for Creole cuisine, posh breakfasts and bananas Foster for dessert.

417 Royal St (New Orleans)

Fine-dining landmark famed for Creole cuisine, posh breakfasts and bananas Foster for dessert.

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Lilly's Café

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Vietnamese standards like pho, banh mi & signature spring rolls all served in a small, basic space.

1813 Magazine St (New Orleans)

Vietnamese standards like pho, banh mi & signature spring rolls all served in a small, basic space.

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Blue Oak BBQ

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Southern barbecue joint with a down-home vibe serving specialty sandwiches, classic plates & sides.

900 N Carrollton Ave (New Orleans)

Southern barbecue joint with a down-home vibe serving specialty sandwiches, classic plates & sides.

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Osteria Lupo

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Chic Italian spot with wood-fired pizza and tasting menus.

4609 Magazine St (New Orleans)

Chic Italian spot with wood-fired pizza and tasting menus.

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Contemporary counter-serve joint offering beer & slices of classic & creative hand-tossed pizzas.

407 Bourbon St (New Orleans)

Contemporary counter-serve joint offering beer & slices of classic & creative hand-tossed pizzas.

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August

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New French fare in a chandelier-lit restaurant inside a 19th-century building.

301 Tchoupitoulas St (New Orleans)

New French fare in a chandelier-lit restaurant inside a 19th-century building.

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Fried chicken, jambalaya, po' boys, and seafood dishes are paired with cocktails at this casual restaurant.

629 Canal St (New Orleans)

Fried chicken, jambalaya, po' boys, and seafood dishes are paired with cocktails at this casual restaurant.

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I Love Noods

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Casual restaurant serving ramen, pho and dim sum, along with bubble teas.

535 Decatur St (New Orleans)

Casual restaurant serving ramen, pho and dim sum, along with bubble teas.

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BEARCAT CBD

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Warehouse-chic restaurant popular for breakfast and brunch.

845 Carondelet St (New Orleans)

Warehouse-chic restaurant popular for breakfast and brunch.

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Cane and Table

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Rum-based cocktails & eclectic small & large plates in environs that evoke Old Havana.

1113 Decatur St (New Orleans)

Rum-based cocktails & eclectic small & large plates in environs that evoke Old Havana.

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Cozy spot in the French Quarter offering comfort fare such as pulled pork, gumbo, and brisket tacos.

537 Toulouse St (New Orleans)

Cozy spot in the French Quarter offering comfort fare such as pulled pork, gumbo, and brisket tacos.

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Easygoing, red-hued Japanese restaurant offering classic fare, hibachi rice & creative sushi rolls.

1913 Royal St (New Orleans)

Easygoing, red-hued Japanese restaurant offering classic fare, hibachi rice & creative sushi rolls.

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Ruby Slipper CBD

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Cheery cafe serving signature omelets, Southern brunch fare & cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.

200 Magazine St (New Orleans)

Cheery cafe serving signature omelets, Southern brunch fare & cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.

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Tiny, romantic spot (reservations recommended) for creative Northern Italian fare.

1240 Decatur St (New Orleans)

Tiny, romantic spot (reservations recommended) for creative Northern Italian fare.

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Fresh catches from the coast of Grand Isle, Creole fare & drinks in an airy, laid-back space.

575 Convention Center Blvd (New Orleans)

Fresh catches from the coast of Grand Isle, Creole fare & drinks in an airy, laid-back space.

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The Backyard

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Family-friendly BBQ place specializing in smoked meats & craft beer, plus a spacious backyard.

244 W Harrison Ave (New Orleans)

Family-friendly BBQ place specializing in smoked meats & craft beer, plus a spacious backyard.

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Smash-burger spot nestled in the back of Marie's Bar & Kitchen, featuring a limited menu, crispy fries and beer.

2483 Burgundy St suite 1 (New Orleans)

Smash-burger spot nestled in the back of Marie's Bar & Kitchen, featuring a limited menu, crispy fries and beer.

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Lauded choice in charming, historic digs specializing in pork dishes & imaginative Cajun eats.

930 Tchoupitoulas St Ste A (New Orleans)

Lauded choice in charming, historic digs specializing in pork dishes & imaginative Cajun eats.

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Casual eatery with classic American and Cajun eats, cocktails, and regular live music events.

1001 Esplanade Ave (New Orleans)

Casual eatery with classic American and Cajun eats, cocktails, and regular live music events.

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Cochon Butcher

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Relaxed sausage-making shop and eatery for burgers, pulled pork dishes and mac 'n' cheese.

930 Tchoupitoulas St Ste B (New Orleans)

Relaxed sausage-making shop and eatery for burgers, pulled pork dishes and mac 'n' cheese.

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Creative Louisiana fare, drinks & brunch Bloody Mary bar in a high-ceilinged space lined with art.

901 Louisiana Ave (New Orleans)

Creative Louisiana fare, drinks & brunch Bloody Mary bar in a high-ceilinged space lined with art.

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Cochon King BBQ

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Low-key counter serve specializing in Texas-style barbecue such as brisket and ribs, plus a food truck.

5321 Franklin Ave (New Orleans)

Low-key counter serve specializing in Texas-style barbecue such as brisket and ribs, plus a food truck.

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Ruby Slipper

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Cheery cafe serving signature omelets, Southern brunch fare & cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.

204 Decatur St (New Orleans)

Cheery cafe serving signature omelets, Southern brunch fare & cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.

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Local chain serving seafood & Cajun-Southern comfort fare in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

123 Carondelet St (New Orleans)

Local chain serving seafood & Cajun-Southern comfort fare in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

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Pizzeria with loaded pies, sides & a couple salads in a bare-bones space with late-night delivery.

733 St Louis St (New Orleans)

Pizzeria with loaded pies, sides & a couple salads in a bare-bones space with late-night delivery.

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Forbidden Pizza

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Casual pizzeria featuring thin-crust pies, plus Italian and white pizzas.

604 Baronne St (New Orleans)

Casual pizzeria featuring thin-crust pies, plus Italian and white pizzas.

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Magazine Pizza

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Specialty pizzas loaded with toppings, plus calzones, wraps & more to eat in or take to go.

1068 Magazine St (New Orleans)

Specialty pizzas loaded with toppings, plus calzones, wraps & more to eat in or take to go.

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Port of Call

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Hefty burgers, loaded baked potatoes, cocktails & a jukebox draw lines at this 50-year-old dive.

838 Esplanade Ave (New Orleans)

Hefty burgers, loaded baked potatoes, cocktails & a jukebox draw lines at this 50-year-old dive.

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The Joint

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Slow-smoked barbecue & hearty side dishes in a quirky, cypress-paneled space with a full bar.

701 Mazant St (New Orleans)

Slow-smoked barbecue & hearty side dishes in a quirky, cypress-paneled space with a full bar.

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Laid-back eatery serving specialty rolls and other Japanese dishes, plus beer, wine, and sake.

5250 Jefferson Hwy Ste 3 (Elmwood)

Laid-back eatery serving specialty rolls and other Japanese dishes, plus beer, wine, and sake.

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Yakuza House

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Japanese restaurant offering traditional handrolls and other fare in a casual setting.

2740 Severn Ave (Metairie)

Japanese restaurant offering traditional handrolls and other fare in a casual setting.

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Casual, narrow cafe featuring quick, counter-serve breakfasts & lunches with ample portions.

301 Chartres St (New Orleans)

Casual, narrow cafe featuring quick, counter-serve breakfasts & lunches with ample portions.

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Colorful, no-frills counter serve selling 20+ flavors of chicken wings as well as watermelon punch.

3400 S Claiborne Ave (New Orleans)

Colorful, no-frills counter serve selling 20+ flavors of chicken wings as well as watermelon punch.

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Walker's BBQ

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Walker's BBQ keeps the legendary Jazz Fest cochon de lait po' boy rolling all year, with smoky pork that basically melts on contact.…

10828 Hayne Blvd (New Orleans)

Walker's BBQ keeps the legendary Jazz Fest cochon de lait po' boy rolling all year, with smoky pork that basically melts on contact. Bourdain stopped by for a reason, so treat yourself to a messy, glorious sandwich and classic barbecue that tastes like New Orleans comfort.

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Popular for breakfast, this casual eatery offers comfort food, beignets, and a full bar.

129 Camp St (New Orleans)

Popular for breakfast, this casual eatery offers comfort food, beignets, and a full bar.

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Ernst Cafe

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Circa-1902 saloon with Cajun pub grub & a long beer list in a space with a tin ceiling & patio.

600 S Peters St (New Orleans)

Circa-1902 saloon with Cajun pub grub & a long beer list in a space with a tin ceiling & patio.

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Relaxed, island-tinged bar with seafood-heavy Cal-Mex eats plus an outdoor courtyard & late hours.

701 Tchoupitoulas St (New Orleans)

Relaxed, island-tinged bar with seafood-heavy Cal-Mex eats plus an outdoor courtyard & late hours.

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Paladar 511

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Local & imported talent helm the kitchen at this sleek spot serving pizzas, pastas & seasonal sides.

511 Marigny St (New Orleans)

Local & imported talent helm the kitchen at this sleek spot serving pizzas, pastas & seasonal sides.

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Central City BBQ

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Traditional BBQ sandwiches, sides & plates served in a spacious dining room with cool, modern decor.

1201 S Rampart St (New Orleans)

Traditional BBQ sandwiches, sides & plates served in a spacious dining room with cool, modern decor.

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