10 Restaurants to try in New Orleans now

Editorial Team

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A quintessential New Orleans experience, Felix’s is known for its fresh oysters and crawfish, plus a great laid-back atmosphere. Perfect for anyone wanting local seafood in an upbeat setting.

2. Voodoo Tavern & PoBoys

First-time visitors to the Crescent City should make a beeline for this irreverent yet historically grounded restaurant for their classic New Orleans po’boy sandwiches.

3. Acamaya

Voted one of Eater’s 2024 Best New Restaurants, the latest offering from sisters Ana and Lydia Castro is a fresh presentation of Mexican cuisine. Out are enchiladas and tacos; in is a menu full of lesser-known dishes centering seafood and indigenous ingredients.

4. B&C Seafood

Known for its fresh, no-frills take on New Orleans seafood, this family-run hidden gem is ideal for anyone wanting to dive into shrimp, crawfish, or oysters in a down-to-earth setting.

5. TukTuk Thai Street Food

Ready to depart from traditional New Orleans fare? Try this cozy Metaire restaurant, known for its beautiful decor and flavorful Thai food featuring fresh ingredients and aromatic dishes.

6. Addis NOLA

This spacious, regally appointed yet homey restaurant features some of the region’s best Ethiopian flavors alongside the cuisine’s traditional injera bread.

7. The Original Italian Pie

For the last 30 years, this regional chain—known as “The Pie”—has consistently been one of the region’s favorite purveyors of pizza and other casual Italian staples.

8. Moon Garden

Stop by this artisanal bubble tea shop for boba, milk tea, and other staples. Locations around the region and famous customer service make this one of the area’s more popular sources for tasty potables.

9. Creole Bleu Cafe

A fusion of Creole and French cuisine, this cafe offers a refined yet approachable experience. It’s a great place for visitors who want to sample authentic classics in a no-frills, comfortable atmosphere.

10. The Cafe Nola

This local standby was voted the Best of the Bay in the 2021 Pensacola News Journal’s reader poll, taking home awards for both Best Restaurant and individual dishes, such as their po’boy and gumbo.

Quick Service Restaurants (QSR)