The best restaurants in New Orleans

Japanese restaurant with sushi, grilled eats, and noodles in a casual setting with a bar.

1901 Manhattan Blvd # A-100 (Harvey)

Easygoing restaurant dishing up Mexican dishes such as fajitas and enchiladas, plus live music.

5101 Lapalco Blvd (Marrero)

Polished restaurant with a long sushi bar featuring inventive maki & Japanese kitchen entrees.

5033 Lapalco Blvd (Marrero)

Casual Italian bistro dishing up homemade pasta, breads, and sauces, plus cocktails.

2330 Belle Chasse Hwy (Gretna)

Japanese steakhouse serving sushi and other dishes in a casual, cozy atmosphere.

2112 Belle Chasse Hwy Ste 5 (Gretna)

Sushi & sashimi plus creative maki rolls & cooked Japanese fare at a casual roadside eatery.

136 Lafayette St (Gretna)

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

2201 Barataria Blvd Ste P (Marrero)

Family-friendly chain eatery supplying specialty pizzas such as muffaletta, pasta & Italian subs.

102 Woodland Hwy Ste. 5 (Belle Chasse)

Laid-back eatery featuring Tex-Mex dishes, such as tacos and fajitas, plus beer and cocktails.

2300 Belle Chasse Hwy A (Gretna)

Japanese option specializing in sushi and sashimi as well as hibachi meals.

102 Woodland Hwy Ste 7&8 (Belle Chasse)

Cozy Italian eatery serving classic steaks, pizzas, pastas, salads, lasagnas, and entrees, plus a Caesar for two.

1915 Pratt St (Gretna)

Big portions of down-home Creole-Italian fare like mac 'n' cheese in a retro 1950s-styled space.

613 W St Bernard Hwy (Chalmette)

Pizza with gourmet toppings plus pasta, sandwiches & signature Caesar salad in a relaxed setting.

1995 Barataria Blvd (Marrero)

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

1700 Belle Chasse Hwy (Gretna)

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

5163 General De Gaulle Dr Ste N

Pizza and pasta are offered by this casual Italian eatery with a halal menu.

2701 Manhattan Blvd (Harvey)

Casual eatery offering up pizzas, pastas, salads and sandwiches, along with friendly service.

1650 Manhattan Blvd (Harvey)

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

6311 Airline Dr (Metairie)

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2483 Royal St

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106 Royal St

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819 Conti St · ✓ checked Jul 31

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430 Dauphine St · ✓ checked Jul 31

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

935 Gravier St First Floor

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

900 Bourbon St

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

516 Julia St

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

5100 Freret St

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

720 Dublin St

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

3607 Magazine St

Pho joint offering classics such as crab rangoon, curry tofu and grilled meats, as well as a vegan menu.

2005 Magazine St

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

641 Tchoupitoulas St

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

123 Baronne St

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

814 Gravier St

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

1051 Annunciation St

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

4500 Freret St

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

3312 Esplanade Ave

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

535 Tchoupitoulas St

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

937 Leonidas St

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

1201 Royal St

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

6221 S Claiborne Ave

Simple Italian dishes & pizza in an intimate, laid-back space hung with "Mona Lisa" portraits.

1212 Royal St

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

311 Bourbon St

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

700 Magazine St

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

3700 Magazine St

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

110 S Rampart St

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

445 S Rampart St

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

801 Decatur St

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

730 St Louis St

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

4938 Prytania St

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

121 Chartres St

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

1901 Sophie Wright Pl

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

417 Royal St

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

1813 Magazine St

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

900 N Carrollton Ave

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

4609 Magazine St

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

407 Bourbon St

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

301 Tchoupitoulas St

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

629 Canal St

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

535 Decatur St

Warehouse-chic restaurant popular for breakfast and brunch.

845 Carondelet St

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

1113 Decatur St

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

537 Toulouse St

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

1913 Royal St

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

200 Magazine St

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

1240 Decatur St

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

575 Convention Center Blvd

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

244 W Harrison Ave

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

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

930 Tchoupitoulas St Ste A

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

1001 Esplanade Ave

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

930 Tchoupitoulas St Ste B

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

901 Louisiana Ave

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

5321 Franklin Ave

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

204 Decatur St

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

123 Carondelet St

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

733 St Louis St

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

604 Baronne St

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

1068 Magazine St

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

838 Esplanade Ave

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

701 Mazant St

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

5250 Jefferson Hwy Ste 3 (Elmwood)

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

2740 Severn Ave (Metairie)

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

301 Chartres St

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

3400 S Claiborne Ave

Cash-only counter-serve smokehouse serves famed po' boys plus BBQ standards till they run out.

10828 Hayne Blvd

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

129 Camp St

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

600 S Peters St

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

701 Tchoupitoulas St

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

511 Marigny St

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

1201 S Rampart St