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1. Public Service
3.0
Good(521)
Price: Moderate
• American • French Quarter
Booked 1 time today
A dynamic community gathering place, Public Service is a casual-yet-sophisticated restaurant with a menu honoring the Gulf Coast’s hard-working fishermen and farmers. Our chefs prepare contemporary cuisine in an open-display kitchen highlighted by an open-flame rotisserie.Join us for a relaxing meal with family or friends, a quick bite in our bar or pull up a stool at the open kitchen to experience a meal guided by our chefs. At Public Service, the recipe is simple: combine confident Southern hospitality with a menu that allows the ingredients to speak for themselves.Click on our virtual tour to step inside Public Service! https://visitingmedia.com/tt8/?ttid=nopsi-hotel-icms#/3d-model/0/1?b11t0=1&a10ph=1&i2d0a=1&j2ck2=1
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2. Kingfish - New Orleans
4.3
Awesome(1890)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter
Booked 21 times today
Kingfish is a popular casual restaurant and cocktail bar in New Orleans that salutes the Huey P. Long Era. The Kingfish menu embodies new Louisiana cuisine. That along with our talented bartenders' skill & expertise combine to create a unique Louisiana-centric dining experience. So whether you are a visitor to our wonderful city or one of our regulars, Kingfish is a perfect place to meet up with friends for an evening in the New Orleans' French Quarter.
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3. Mister Oso New Orleans
4.5
Awesome(265)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Central Business District
Booked 8 times today
Mister Oso is an award-winning Restaurant located in the heart of the NOLA CBD. Our team constantly innovates, showcasing a playful & flavorful menu with rotating taco dishes, Peruvian ceviche, crudo, and enticing vegetarian options. Mister Oso originally opened in 2019 and expanded by opening in Denver’s Wash Park neighborhood in 2022 & in New Orleans’ Warehouse District in 2023. In the fall of 2023, Mister Oso was awarded the distinction of Bib Gourmand by The Michelin Guide.The lively & energetic atmosphere at Mister Oso is ideal for a night out with friends or a casual date. This ambiance is further elevated by tropical plants & vibrant decor. The seasonal menu & agave-spirits cocktail bar offer a transportive escape from the urban hustle. Additionally, our inventive non-alcoholic Agua Fresca cocktail program ensures that everyone can savor a hand-crafted drink.PLEASE NOTE: A small Kitchen and Staff Appreciation Fee will be added to your bill to support our hardworking team.
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4. Hard Rock Cafe - New Orleans
4.1
Excellent(560)
Price: Moderate
• American • French Quarter
Booked 4 times today
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
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5. Commons Club Bar & Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(489)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Central Business District
Booked 13 times today
The Kitchen at Commons Club offers an eclectic menu with reinvented takes on contemporary Southern dishes. Our menu offers a relaxed, yet elegant experience in The Big Easy. Prepare to go on a journey where “Everyone Leaves Feeling Better”.The Bar at Commons Club serves creative cocktails in a beautifully designed setting. Thoughtfully crafted drinks, wine and beer are enjoyed alongside tempting bar bites and a rotating lineup of live entertainment. The Shag Room is an intimate space for small groups to meet, connect, share stories and let their hair down. Decked in plush, luxurious fabrics, the lounge area is aptly suited for both a solo working session during the day or an evening night cap. For an even more exclusive feel, The Shag Room is also bookable for private gatherings or activations.
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6. Legacy Kitchen's Craft Tavern
3.8
Excellent(386)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Warehouse District
Booked 2 times today
Building a solid legacy is what we strive for everyday; a dedication and commitment to excellence for those who come after us. LEGACY KITCHEN is fresh ingredients, cooked to order, to produce great flavors from our great nation. We feature American distilleries and American wineries. We're proud of what our great country produces.The thread that binds us all. Our music features American artist who have left a legacy. No one-hit wonders, no fads. Today's Americana. Like our food and professional service, Legacy Kitchen was built to last. Refined American Fare. Crafted Cocktails.
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7. Ye Olde College Inn
4.8
Exceptional(1707)
Price: Moderate
• Creole • Carrollton
Booked 8 times today
Since 1933 Ye Olde College Inn has served generations of New Orleanians. Come join us at a true New Orleans farm to table landmark. Our menu features our latest Creole specials and plenty of twists on traditional New Orleans standards. We have a farm located adjacent to the restaurant where we get a variety of fresh produce. Next door is another New Orleans landmark, the Rock’n'Bowl®. Ask for a $5 off voucher when you dine from the entree section of our menu. - visit www.rocknbowl.com for live music listings
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8. MoPho
4.4
Awesome(446)
Price: Moderate
• Southeast Asian • Mid-City / City Park
Booked 3 times today
MOPHO strives to be a true neighborhood restaurant, combining the flavors of Southeast Louisiana and Southeast Asia. From rich pho broths, to hand ground curries, and our signature bubble tea cocktails; everything at MOPHO is made from scratch with care and attention to freshness and flavor. We also serve whole roasted hog brushed with lemongrass, garlic, and chiles every Saturday for lunch.In 2014, MOPHO was nominated as one of Bon Appetit's Top 50 Best New Restaurants. It was also named Restaurant of the Year by New Orleans Magazine and People's Choice Best New Restaurant by Gambit Magazine in 2014.

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