New Orleans Food and Drink Thread

[South Austin 53220]

1 minute ago, hornian said:

Legally, I can't talk about it. 

It’s okay now. The United States Supreme Court held that it’s unconstitutional to criminalize homosexual sodomy. You can tell us.

[hornian 5291]

6 minutes ago, South Austin said:

It’s okay now. The United States Supreme Court held that it’s unconstitutional to criminalize homosexual sodomy. You can tell us.

Have you seen the current makeup of the SCOTUS? We're going backwards, not forwards, on letting our freak flags fly. 

[conVINCEd 21477]

1 hour ago, South Austin said:

It’s okay now. The United States Supreme Court held that it’s unconstitutional to criminalize homosexual sodomy. You can tell us.

Also, even if it was illegal, he’s probably run out the clock on the statute of limitations by now.

[Texzilla58 4790]

My first trip to N’awlins without parents was freshman year. Went to school in Memphis, we caught the City of New Orleans at 3am for jazz festival. Ticket was about $17. Had about $40. Don’t remember everything. Saw Dave Brubeck, Dr John, among others. Took the train often down there during college. Drove a lot too as I had a frat brother from down there and we’d go down and get 500 to a 1000 lbs of crawfish for parties.

[4th&Five 41988]

First trip was in 2000. My junior year of college. We stayed with some friends at Tulane. I took too many Flor de Caña shots during the pre party and passed out in the bar. We did all the tourist staples and saw Jerry Jeff at HoB. Even drove out to Angola for the prison rodeo. Great introduction to one of my favorite places. 

[SA-KC_Horn 1298]

8 hours ago, DefinitelyNotHollywoodColt said:

How in the hell do you manage to live on this rock for 40 years and not get to NO at some point?

Damn son.

My kids athletics always takes precedence over vacations. This year we finally had a free spring break. Making the most of it.

[The Other White Meat 39]

I've perused and gotten food and drink recs but the lady friend (no pics) wants to do one of the swamp/plantation tours. Anyone done one of those and have a fave? Is it even worth it?

[landman 564]

15 hours ago, The Other White Meat said:

I've perused and gotten food and drink recs but the lady friend (no pics) wants to do one of the swamp/plantation tours. Anyone done one of those and have a fave? Is it even worth it?

We did Oak Alley several years ago and enjoyed it.

[NOMAAA 1700]

thoughts on N7?  got reservations for lunch there in a couple weeks.  doing saint germain for dinner.

[We’reTexas 1477]

3 hours ago, NOMAAA said:

thoughts on N7?  got reservations for lunch there in a couple weeks.  doing saint germain for dinner.

I like N7. I know it’s got this Bywater-hipster “we serve $30 canned anchovies in an unmarked alley” vibe but it’s become a really good restaurant and has a great natural wine list. 
 

Saint Germain should be fantastic, will probably go in a few weeks as well if only to hang in the patio. 

[TexasHooch 5196]

On 1/3/2022 at 4:47 PM, After irth said:

Just booked a trip for the first week in Feb (happy birthday to me!).  I've stayed in every Bonvoy property around the area except the W.  Love that location, so I figured I'd give it a shot.  Wife (no pics) requested Arnaud's and then told me the rest was up to me.  Hmm..... 

You're my guy then.  Going with wife and kids (12 and 14) in late March.  Looking for a Bonvoy property close to the action but not in it.  Currently leaning the Marriott Warehouse because of it's proximity to the WWII Museum and relative distance from the nighttime debauchery.  Doesn't seem to have an indoor pool though, which sucks but is not a deal killer.

 

Which others should I be looking at?  I'd prefer to not need a car but it's an option.

[MidTexHorn 822]

Heading to NOLA on Saturday. Can’t fucking wait! Felix’s the first night, Shaya the second, undecided on the third. Gonna get Sunday brunch at Atchafalaya, another at Ruby Slipper. Plan to hit lots of bars, happy hour at Superior Seafood, have reservations at Jewel of the South for cocktails, etc. what did I leave out? Any favorite dive bar recommendations?

[South Austin 53220]

I'm heading there Sunday.  The mask mandate for restaurants has been lifted, but masks are still required for public transportation, including rideshares.  And proof of vaccine or negative test is still required for restaurants, entertainment venues, and other indoor places.

https://ready.nola.gov/incident/coronavirus/safe-reopening/

[MidTexHorn 822]

Two south Austinites in New Orleans. What could go wrong?

[We’reTexas 1477]

17 hours ago, MidTexHorn said:

Heading to NOLA on Saturday. Can’t fucking wait! Felix’s the first night, Shaya the second, undecided on the third. Gonna get Sunday brunch at Atchafalaya, another at Ruby Slipper. Plan to hit lots of bars, happy hour at Superior Seafood, have reservations at Jewel of the South for cocktails, etc. what did I leave out? Any favorite dive bar recommendations?

Jewel is great. As for dive bars: Brothers III, Parasol’s, Pal’s, Ms. Mae’s, Erin Rose, Pete’s Out in the Cold, Markey’s, Bud Rip’s, Vaughn’s, BJ’s and Snake and Jakes (the GOAT). 
 

Been in town for a month. Mardi Gras was great and seems to have kicked the city into full swing. This Saturday is all the St Patrick’s day festivities, so the Irish Channel and Bywater bars I mentioned will be hopping. 
 

Lots of pics to post, but in the meantime: Roast Beef at Parasol’s, IMO the best roast beef in the city right now. 

Edit: Ian McNulty just did a write up on Parasol’s and the block party (with a much better roast beef pic):

 

Edited March 9, 2022 by We’reTexas

[South Austin 53220]

Anyone ever been to Luke?  I made brunch reservations this Sunday after we land.  Never heard of it but was looking for somewhere to grab some food close by when we get into town and it looked good from the website and online reviews.

[We’reTexas 1477]

28 minutes ago, South Austin said:

Anyone ever been to Luke?  I made brunch reservations this Sunday after we land.  Never heard of it but was looking for somewhere to grab some food close by when we get into town and it looked good from the website and online reviews.

Yep, Besh (BRG, whatever) spot best known for its oyster HH deal. Was there recently and enjoyed it, esp the scallop crudo. 

[We’reTexas 1477]

Saffron. Turning 5 this year and still absolutely killing it. 
 

Their cocktail program has always been fantastic. India Standard Time, with mezcal, Malbec, clove and agave.

 

Always have to get the curried seafood gumbo and oyster bed roast. 

Tandoori butternut squash. This was fantastic. 

Pork Vindaloo. 

Mister Mao’s definitely lived up to the hype and is now in our rotation. Really weird being in the old Dick and Jenny’s space - it’s been totally renovated. D&J was actually our last pre-COVID meal in NOLA, after Bacchus. 

Octopus aguachile, avocado, pickled chilis and mango. Easily the highlight of the meal, grilled perfectly. Had this with broccoli cooked in crab fat.

Pani Puri, basically little bites of chutney and strawberry filled with chili mint water.

 

Scallops w/ applewood bacon and Thai basil. Probably the weakest thing we ordered. 
 

Kashmiri fried chicken is one of the few menu staples. Ancho, arbol and Szechuan chilis and tons of cumin, paired with pineapple. These had some great heat. 
 

Added bonus: after you get the bill you can walk over two blocks to the greatest concert venue in the world. 

 

 

Edited March 11, 2022 by We’reTexas

[We’reTexas 1477]

Clancy’s. There may be better restaurants, but Clancy’s is my favorite place in NO and possibly anywhere. You’ve got to be at the bar or in the front room, though - otherwise you’re not getting the experience. We were at the bar recently amidst an afterparty for the Rex luncheon at Brennan’s, which made for Uptown people-watching at its finest. 
 

Clancy’s makes my favorite sazerac. I’ve been drinking it for 15 years and always wondered why, and after all this time I caught Garth Swanson, Clancy’s famed longtime artist/bartender, using Pernod instead of Herbsaint. 

Shrimp remoulade and oysters brioche to start. 
 

Lamb chops Webster and speckled trout covered in crab meat. 

 

Gabrielle, another old school favorite. It’s not very photo friendly, but that’s what makes it so good. There’s not much around it, but it’s worth the trek to Mid-City. 
 

Crab bisque. They should have crawfish soon. 

Speckled trout doused in crawfish and crawfish meunière sauce. 

[T’Boo Ted Marshall 2779]

Some solid recent posts.

[We’reTexas 1477]

TW, went with the classics. Fried Bologna and collard greens. 

Tons of Guinness at Tracey’s. 

[We’reTexas 1477]

Uptown trifecta yesterday: Oyster at Domilise’s, Hansen’s, and Casamento’s. Beers at Kingpin and Ms. Mae’s. 

Checked out the bar at Chemin a la Mer for drinks and snacks. Was honestly blown away by the experience, but that probably had a little to do with the man himself, Donald Link, sitting behind us. Gulf shrimp and more oysters. 

[ERhine 1938]

Anyone ever been to Luke?  I made brunch reservations this Sunday after we land.  Never heard of it but was looking for somewhere to grab some food close by when we get into town and it looked good from the website and online reviews.

It’s good. I’ve probably got a dozen photos from there on this thread. It’s in a great location for lunch when I used to head over to NOLA more often.

Order their version of the French 75, which is a truly great version of it.

[We’reTexas 1477]

Second line Sunday, VIP Woman and Kids. 

 

Bacchanal Sundays. They may be outclassed by Houston on wine, but this is by now a national institution. They got a James Beard for their wine program, but their food is fantastic. Go for whatever seasonal shrimp dish they offer. The wine shop is finally open after two years, which besides Mardi Gras is my biggest return to normalcy. 

[South Austin 53220]

Kicking it off at Luke with scallop crudo and smoked trout dip.

[pearlandhorn 3343]

I've never been a huge fan of Luke.  I stay across the street whenever I'm in NOLA (Intercon or Residence) and try it every so often and am disappointed frequently.  Hope you enjoyed it.

[kevwun 16437]

I would like to be adopted by We'reTexas.

[Brisketexan 106880]

I've never been a huge fan of Luke.  I stay across the street whenever I'm in NOLA (Intercon or Residence) and try it every so often and am disappointed frequently.  Hope you enjoyed it.

For a while, there was a Luke in one of the downtown San Antonio hotels. I ate there several times when I had meetings, oral arguments at the court of appeals, etc. It was always pretty good, and a pleasant surprise in SA.

[midtown 3354]

For a while, there was a Luke in one of the downtown San Antonio hotels. I ate there several times when I had meetings, oral arguments at the court of appeals, etc. It was always pretty good, and a pleasant surprise in SA.

It was in the Embassy Suites. It was a massive space and seldom full. Felr like a lubys.

[Brisketexan 106880]

It was in the Embassy Suites. It was a massive space and seldom full. Felr like a lubys.

Yeah….but I could get oysters and gumbo for lunch.

[After irth 1246]

7 hours ago, Brisketexan said:

For a while, there was a Luke in one of the downtown San Antonio hotels. I ate there several times when I had meetings, oral arguments at the court of appeals, etc. It was always pretty good, and a pleasant surprise in SA.

The downhill slide on that place was swift and sad, though. But it was a damn good place while it lasted. I miss it. 

[South Austin 53220]

Fried pig ears and seared pompano at Compere Lapín.

[Skipper 6411]

14 hours ago, pearlandhorn said:

I've never been a huge fan of Luke.  I stay across the street whenever I'm in NOLA (Intercon or Residence) and try it every so often and am disappointed frequently.  Hope you enjoyed it.

I've read that sentiment on this thread before.  But I've had 2 fantastic meals there (lunch both times).  Shrimp and Grits topped with lumped crab meat was elite but everything I've had was good.  So maybe hit or miss but it's definitely hit for me.

[ERhine 1938]

Fried pig ears and seared pompano at Compere Lapín.

The pig ears are the perfect bar food.

Go ahead and order one of their frozen drinks, they are great.

[hornian 5291]

22 hours ago, midtown said:

It was in the Embassy Suites. It was a massive space and seldom full. Felr like a lubys.

I went on the second date with my now wife at that Luke. On Fat Tuesday, without thinking it through. It was packed then. 

[midtown 3354]

I went on the second date with my now wife at that Luke. On Fat Tuesday, without thinking it through. It was packed then. 

It was a great date spot before a show at the majestic. Just thought it should have been more quaint and the lighting was toned down.

[We’reTexas 1477]

Margs @ Barrel Proof. The TW crew is here getting after it - love what a small city this is. 
 

After the parade on Saturday, hit up LPG. Drinks at the Chloe afterwards 

[South Austin 53220]

Fried green tomatoes with shrimp remulade followed by turtle bolognese at La Petit Grocery:

Edited March 15, 2022 by South Austin

[kevwun 16437]

That turtle bolognese is so damn good.

[MidTexHorn 822]

Another awesome fucking weekend in New Orleans. We took my son and his fiancé and my sister. Fiancé and sister’s first time so we did some touristy shit. I’ll just list some of the places we went  in no particular order - Felix’s, Pat O’s, Atchafalaya, Sazerac Bar at Roosevelt, Carousel Bar, Vampire Bar, random bars in Metairie while watching St Paddies Day parade, Shaya, Paladar 511, Who Dat Coffee, Ragin Cajun swamp airboat tour, true crime tour, Aunt Tikis, Marie’s Bar, Elysian Bar, French 75 Bar, Spotted Cat. Didn’t hit half the places I wanted to. This place is ridiculous. 

[MidTexHorn 822]

[We’reTexas 1477]

27 minutes ago, MidTexHorn said:

Metairie 

[MidTexHorn 822]

1 minute ago, We’reTexas said:

Because they had a parade Sunday and I got drunk, caught some beads, drank lots of jello shots, caught cabbage, potatoes, ramen, an onion, some bouncy balls, a t-shirt, etc and it was fun. 

[South Austin 53220]

On my ninth trip to New Orleans I finally made it to Preservation Hall last night. Had front row seats for a brass band. Unfortunately they didn’t allow pictures or videos, but it was some of the most fun I’ve ever had in this city.

[Mitch Cumsteen 18962]

On 3/9/2022 at 9:40 AM, We’reTexas said:

Jewel is great. As for dive bars: Brothers III, Parasol’s, Pal’s, Ms. Mae’s, Erin Rose, Pete’s Out in the Cold, Markey’s, Bud Rip’s, Vaughn’s, BJ’s and Snake and Jakes (the GOAT). 

[South Austin 53220]

Oyster and bacon sammich for lunch at Cochon.

[4th&Five 41988]

[South Austin 53220]

Ceviche and scalibut at GW Fins.

[We’reTexas 1477]

LUVI. Chef Hao Gong is up for Best Chef-South in this years James Beard awards. The raw dishes were outstanding but the dumplings and noodles were unremarkable. We checked it out because of all the hype and it’s close to our place. It was great, but could have had this in most other cities. Haven’t checked out Lengua Madre yet for that reason. 

[South Austin 53220]

Last meal in NOLA. Steak tartare with oyster aioli, salet, and seafood gumbo at Pêche.