Food Scene
I know it seems a little strange to arrive in New Orleans and head out for Mexican food, but trust me, you won't regret it! The food is authentic and amazing, the cocktails are beautiful, and most importantly, the back patio, with it's live music, funky atmosphere, and magical lighting is a perfect place to waste away an evening.
55 locals recommend
Casa Borrega: Fonda & Mezcaleria
1719 Oretha Castle Haley BlvdI know it seems a little strange to arrive in New Orleans and head out for Mexican food, but trust me, you won't regret it! The food is authentic and amazing, the cocktails are beautiful, and most importantly, the back patio, with it's live music, funky atmosphere, and magical lighting is a perfect place to waste away an evening.
Friendliest little neighborhood cafe with sweets that're hard to pass up
41 locals recommend
Gracious Bakery
2854 St Charles AveFriendliest little neighborhood cafe with sweets that're hard to pass up
Drinks & Nightlife
So many beers. . .. so, so, so many!
Then wander upstairs for an even more outlandish selection.
166 locals recommend
Avenue Pub
1732 St Charles AveSo many beers. . .. so, so, so many!
Then wander upstairs for an even more outlandish selection.
Parks & Nature
If you have a car, it's worth the short drive over. The swamps are beautiful and terrifying. . .
124 locals recommend
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
If you have a car, it's worth the short drive over. The swamps are beautiful and terrifying. . .
Shopping
Goorin Bros
2127 Magazine StOf course you need a hat.
Essentials
Small grocery store in an enormous old building- it has a nice bar inside, and their prepared food and sandwiches aren't bad either.
26 locals recommend
Dryades Public Market
1307 Oretha Castle Haley BlvdSmall grocery store in an enormous old building- it has a nice bar inside, and their prepared food and sandwiches aren't bad either.
Arts & Culture
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
925 Camp StIt doesn't take too long to get through this little gem, but be sure to plan on eating afterward- you'll be hungry!
64 locals recommend
Southern Food and Beverage Museum
1504 Oretha Castle Haley BlvdIt doesn't take too long to get through this little gem, but be sure to plan on eating afterward- you'll be hungry!
In case you're in the market for a tattoo with a little New Orleans history on the side
The New Orleans Tattoo Studio & Museum
3916 Saint Claude AvenueIn case you're in the market for a tattoo with a little New Orleans history on the side