Dining

Food Finds"... What's Hot in the Vieux Carre Dining Scene

August 02, 2013

These days it seems as though the New Orleans food scene is changing more frequently than Molly Cyrus changes her hairstyle! Exciting new eateries appear to pop up virtually every day, chefs are shuffling from restaurant to restaurant and long-time favorites are expanding into unfamiliar territories. That being said, keeping up with this ongoing culinary evolution is challenging to say the least. We've orbited the Quarter and just beyond to bring you the latest endeavors in this one-of-a-kind New Orleans restaurant world.

NEW TO THE SCENE:

Vieux Carre Dining Al Fresco Style

by Cheryl Lemoine

April 29, 2013

Dining al fresco is a real treat, but dining outdoors in the French Quarter is an experience like no other! Colorful sights, lush courtyards, tempting aromas and toe-tapping sounds make the Vieux Carre a fascinating and delicious place to indulge al fresco while savoring the city's world-renowned cuisine. Whether you're in a "Jimmy Buffet" laid-back state of mind and looking to enjoy some casual eats while to soaking up the sun, or seeking fine dining in a romantic, outdoor setting, we've got you covered.

Bombay Club
830 Conti St., 504.586.0972

Casual Eats for New Orleans Festival Season

by Colleen Rush

January 30, 2013

Festival season lures hundreds of thousands of visitors to New Orleans every year for a concentrated dose of the city's best music, food, art and culture. After long days and nights of soaking up New Orleans and dancing in our streets, sitting down to a full-blown meal in one of the city's top restaurants might not fit the bill. If you're looking for easy eats - great bar snacks, small plates and casual, local fare - head to these restaurants.

Killer Po-Boys at Erin Rose Bar (811 Conti, 504.252.6745)

Spirit of the Season

by Colleen Rush

November 07, 2012

The French Quarter has long been epicenter of New Orleans' historic restaurants. Some of the city's (and the country's) oldest, most revered restaurants are scattered along the cobblestone streets of the Vieux Carre. Nestled near these bastions of New Orleans dining, a batch of new restaurants has joined the culinary gumbo of the French Quarter.

Follow Restaurant R'evolution to Blackberry Farm this November

by French Quarterly

October 19, 2012

Join Restaurant R'evolution at Blackberry Farm for a 3 day Interactive Cooking School & Epicurean Event that includes cooking demonstrations, wine tastings & meals with pairings. November 4-7, 2012 featuring Chefs Rick Tramonto and John Folse!

The event will include cooking demonstrations by R'evolution owners Chef Folse and Chef Tramonto and Blackberry's own Chef Joseph Lenn. Participate in these demonstrations and enjoy tastings of vintage wines in the Barn Cellar.

"Tastefully Done" - Vieux Carre's Newest Restaurants - Fall 2012

by Colleen Rush

July 31, 2012