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New Orleans
- Overview
- Attractions
- Events
- Kids Attractions
- City Tours
- Flights to New Orleans
- Excursions
- Restaurants
- Nightlife
- Shopping
- Transport
- Airports
- Climate
Restaurants in New Orleans
Known for its use of Cajun pepper, tropical fruits and spices, dining out in New Orleans is an exciting sensory experience not to be missed. The melting pot cuisine known as Creole incorporates French, Spanish, Mediterranean, Caribbean and African flavours as well as the hearty and comforting tastes of the American Deep South.
Travellers will find the world-famous French Quarter gears mostly to tourists and this is where just about any and every kind of Creole restaurant can be found, serving jumbalaya, red beans and rice, gumbo and Cajun Crawfish amongst other local dishes. Those with a serious sweet tooth are in for a treat in New Orleans, where the desserts are as sticky as they come with favourites such as Pecan Pie, Pralines and Bananas Foster staples on most restaurant menus. Don't forget an order of deep-fried beignets (pronounced ben-yays) with your coffee!
New Orleans has its own special take on the sandwich, which comes in two varieties: po'boys, served on a round French loaf and packed to the rafters with beef, oysters, shrimp, gravy and all the trimmings; and muffalettas, huge Italian loaves stuffed with cold meats and olive salad.
Bourbon Street is where the best of New Orleans' eateries can be found and travellers should pay the legendary Galatoire's a visit to sample some of the city's finest fare. Not to be missed are the city's cocktails, the most famous being the notorious 'Hurricane' and visitors won't have trouble finding a bar to sample this New Orleans specialty - escaping the bustling bars might be their only problem!
Arnaud's
One of the grand old classic New Orleans restaurants, Arnaud's offers a taste of history along with its ambitious menu. Named after its founder, Count Arnaud Cazenave (immortalised in a portrait on the wall), Arnaud's glitters with chandeliers, leaded windows and a mosaic floor. The eatery consists of 13 buildings in the French Quarter, including a brasserie, bistro, grill bar and banqueting halls. The formal main restaurant requires a jacket, and offers raved-about fish dishes, as well as traditional favourites like filet mignon. Open daily for dinner and brunch on Sundays.
Address: 813 Bienville Street, French Quarter
Telephone: (504) 523 5433
Website: http://www.arnauds.com
Galatoire's
An institution on Bourbon Street, Galatoire's has been serving up French-Creole specialities since 1905 and still uses many of the original recipes. Starched white linen and shiny crystal set the tone in this establishment where tradition reigns and locals and visitors return again and again to enjoy the fresh local seafood. Open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Galatoire's requires business casual dress for lunch, and jackets for men starting at 5pm. No shorts or t-shirts.
Address: 209 Bourbon Street, French Quarter
Telephone: (504) 525 2021
Website: http://www.galatoires.com
Steamboat Natchez
The sounds of jazz music and the beautiful skyline of downtown New Orleans provide a wonderful backdrop for a moonlight dinner cruise on the mighty Mississippi River, aboard the Steamboat Natchez. The cost of the two hour cruise is inclusive of a traditional southern buffet dinner, departing from the Toulouse Street Wharf, opposite Jackson Square in the heart of the French Quarter, at 7pm.
Address: 2 Canal Street, Suite 2500
Telephone: (504) 586 8777
Website: http://www.steamboatnatchez.com
Herbsaint
Along the historic Saint Charles Avenue, Herbsaint respects its location's culinary history. The name gives a clue to the patron seasoning of this French and Louisiana blend of fine dining. An esteemed award winning chef and classic meals betray the restaurants' casual atmosphere with an extensive French wine selection that can class up any of the delicious gumbo dishes. Reservations are advised.
Address: 701 St. Charles Avenue
Telephone: (504) 524-4114
Website: http://www.herbsaint.com
Camellia Grill
The Camellia Grill in the Riverbend area off the St Charles Avenue streetcar is a favourite haunt for night owls who congregate in the early hours for breakfast, particularly the huge fluffy omelettes with adventurous fillings. The classy diner features white-jacketed waiters, delicious waffles, the best burgers in town and is famous for its chocolate pecan pie.
Address: 626 South Carrollton Avenue
Telephone: (504) 866 9573
Website: http://www.camelliagrill.net
Parkway Bakery and Tavern
It's not fine dining, it's better. The po'boy is a New Orleans classic fried sandwhich packed with so many ingredients its better to try one than read about it. Parkway is the best and oldest place to grab a po'boy mouthful, and the shrimp and beef options have been voted the top po'boys in New Orleans Parkway also doubles as a fun place to grab a beer.
Address: 538 Hagan Avenue
Telephone: (504) 482-3047
Website: http://www.parkwaybakeryandtavernnola.com
Casamento's
The rugged looking restaurant, much like its delicious oysters, betrays just how great this oyster bar is. One of the oldest oyster bars in town, Casamento's serves them every-which-way but still the best is to line up a big serving of raw ones on the counter. Cheap prices and reliably incredible oysters make it a favourite for locals.
Address: 4330 Magazine St.
Telephone: (504) 895-9761
Email: info@casamentosrestaurant.com
Website: http://www.casamentosrestaurant.com
Mulate's
Mulate's is the original Cajun restaurant, featuring authentic Cajun cuisine. Be sure to try the Zydeco Gumbo and don't miss the homemade bread pudding. Live Cajun music and dancing each night attracts many New Orleans visitors; even Bob Dylan stopped by when he was in town. This restaurant/bar is open for lunch and till late at night.
Address: 201 Julia Street
Telephone: (504) 522 1492
Website: http://www.mulates.com
Ralph's on the Park
Ralph's on the Park offers food fresh from the farms and waters of Louisiana, with a side helping of splendid City Park views. Their shrimp rémoulade is a favourite, creamy and not a bit spicy, and the filet mignon brings mutterings of 'buttery, so buttery…' to mind. The chocolate Kahlúa mousse or Creole cream cheese ice cream on peach cobbler wraps things up nicely. Ralph's is open for dinners and Sunday brunch.
Address: 900 City Park Ave
Telephone: (504) 488-1000
Website: http://www.ralphsonthepark.com
Africa Miracles
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Africa Miracles specialises in tailor-made holidays to Rwanda. Travel to the website and find information on Rwanda and suggested itineraries.
Ashanti African Tours
Specialists in eco, cultural and wildlife tours for the responsible tourist. Join us on an adventure to experience the real Ghana.
Bhaya Cruises
Bhaya Cruises offers ultimate cruising experience in the World Heritage Ha Long Bay, Vietnam.
Cambodia Travel Plan
Watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat, spot the famous Irrawaddy dolphins. Create your own trip with Cambodia Travel Plan.
China Journeys
We use our thorough knowledge of the travel opportunities in China to offer you imaginative and interesting all-inclusive packages.
China Travel Plan
Bamboo sailing through karst mountains. Trek Tiger Leaping Gorge and stay at home with the Tibetans. Build your own China adventure.
Discover Mekong
Discover Mekong, an Indochina-based tour operator, provides private or small group tours, hotel reservations and daily excursions to Laos. Your perfect holiday starts here.
Discover Mekong
Discover Mekong, an Indochina-based tour operator, provides private or small group tours, hotel reservations and visas to Cambodia. Your perfect Cambodia holiday starts here.
Egypt Highlights
Egypt Highlights can organise Nile cruises, city breaks to Cairo and the pyramids, private guides and full 15-day tours of the country.
G.A.P Adventures
Tour operator G.A.P Adventures has for the past 14 years specialised in unique, small group, grassroots adventure travel experiences to the world's most wild places, going off the beaten track into the heart of the destination. G.A.P Adventures offers several expeditions to Colombia and her surrounds.
G.A.P. Adventures
Tour operator G.A.P Adventures has for the past 14 years specialised in unique, small group, grassroots adventure travel experiences in the world's most wild places, going off the beaten track into the heart of the destination to meet the locals who call it home. G.A.P. Adventures offers several expeditions to the Bolivian Amazon and Andes.
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India Travel Plan
Camels and castles in Rajasthan. Sleep on a Kerala houseboat and try a Himalayan homestay trek. Build your own India adventure.
Indonesia Travel Plan
Footsteps across the rumbling volcano. Sleep in Bali beach bungalows and cycle through rice paddies. Build your own Indonesia adventure.
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Intrepid Travel, one of the world's leading suppliers of small
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throughout Kenya.
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Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel are a tour operator specialising in 'off the beaten track' tours. If you're a traveller with a yearning for adventure, a sense of fun and a wish to escape the humdrum of mainstream tourism, then Intrepid Travel may be your ideal travel agent. Their Indonesian tours include Jakarta, Pangandaran, Yogyakarta, Mt Bromo, Bali, Ubud, walking, boating, Kuta, Lombok culture, beaches, Gilli Islands, Mt Rinjani, Sapit , Sengiggi and Denpasar.
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Kenya & Tanzania Travel Plan
Meet the Masai and climb Mt Kenya. Sleep in tented lodges in lion territory. Build your own Kenya & Tanzania safari.
Laos Travel Plan
Explore waterfalls and rainforests of the Boloven plateau. Trek
the Namtha mountain trail. Build your own Laos adventure.
Links
Hotels in
Manchester
Best Western offer Hotels in Manchester and other UK cities
Travel Insurance.
Insureandgo offer travel and home insurance
Malaysia Travel Plan
Rainforest monkey business in Borneo. Laze around on Langkawi and take a mangrove jungle trek. Build your own Malaysia adventure.
Sairam Tourism
Silk Road Destinations Tours Operation : Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, China (Xinjiang), Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan. Cultural and Adventure Tours: Guaranteed Departure Tours, Expeditions, Heli-ski, Camel riding, Trekking, Horse riding, Rafting, Biking, Mountain ski, Bird watching, Flower watching, Jeep safari, Golfing.
Thailand Travel Plan
Island hopping to hidden paradise. Sleep in floating huts and
follow Khao Yai jungle trails. Build your own Thailand
trip.
Vietnam Travel Plan
Anchors away in Halong Bay. Meet the hilltribes of Sapa and drift along the Mekong to Phu Quoc Island. Build your own Vietnam trip.
