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Where to Eat and Drink

NEW ORLEANS: Acme Price Guide
Louisiana Oyster House $ Prices are based on a three-course
Seafood Map 3D meal for one, with a glass of house
BATON ROUGE: The Chimes $ 724 Iberville St, 70130 wine, including tax and service.
Cajun/Creole Tel (504) 522-5973 $ up to $45
3357 Highland Rd, 70802 A classic eatery popular for $$ $45 to $80
Tel (225) 383-1754 super-fresh oysters served fried, $$$ over $80
The menu at Chimes features chargrilled, or freshly shucked and
standard bar fare, Cajun and raw. The menu also includes sea- NEW ORLEANS: Parkway
Creole classics, blackened seafood, food platters and regional favorites Bakery and Tavern $
and desserts. Extensive beer list. like red beans and jambalaya. Southern American
538 Hagan Ave, 70119
BATON ROUGE: Mike NEW ORLEANS: Tel (504) 482-3047 Closed Tue
Anderson’s Seafood $$ Café du Monde $ A busy po’boy shop with a long
Seafood French Map 2E history. Roast beef with gravy,
1031 West Lee Dr, 70820 800 Decatur St, 70116 fried shrimps, and fried oysters
Tel (225) 766-7823 Tel (504) 525-4544 are popular options. There is
Renowned restaurant serving A steadfast favorite with locals plenty of outdoor seating.
flavorful mains and fresh seafood. and tourists alike. The solitary
Try the crab au gratin, or the jumbo menu item is tasty beignets, best NEW ORLEANS: Port of Call $
shrimp broiled in sherry, with enjyoyed with exquisite café au Burgers Map 2E
fettucine, in a spicy cheese sauce. lait. Open around the clock. 838 Esplanade Ave, 70116
Tel (504) 523-0120
BREAUX BRIDGE: Café des Amis $ NEW ORLEANS: Casamento’s $ The always packed Port of
Cajun/Creole Seafood Call serves fairly simple burgers,
140 E Bridge St, 70517 4330 Magazine St, 70115 and giant baked potatoes.
Tel (337) 332-5273 Closed Mon Tel (504) 895-9761 Closed Jun–Aug; Steaks and sides are available
Don't miss the Saturday Zydeco Sun & Mon too. Try the potent Monsoon
breakfast at this cultural gem. This tiny restaurant has been cocktail at the bar.
Étouffée, couche couche (a Cajun serving fresh oysters and sea-
breakfast of steamed cornmeal), food since 1919. The short menu NEW ORLEANS: Emeril’s $$
and BBQ shrimp are specialties. includes oyster loaf, gumbo, and Modern Creole Map 4D
freshly shucked raw oysters. 800 Tchoupitoulas St, 70130
LAFAYETTE: Tel (504) 528-9393
Café Vermilionville $$ NEW ORLEANS: Cochon Butcher $ This is one of the finest eateries
Cajun/Creole Deli of its kind in the city, owned by
1304 W Pinhook Rd, 70503 930 Tchoupitoulas St, 70130 famous chef Emeril Lagasse. The
Tel (337) 237-0100 Closed Sun Tel (504) 588-7675 Closed Sun wide-ranging menu takes on
Housed in a 19th-century inn, this This deli and butcher shop is the Creole and American flavors. Try
restaurant has two Cajun menus – sister restaurant of Chef Donald the catfish courtbouillon and the
one featuring traditional favorites, Link's Cochon. Highlights include legendary banana cream pie.
the other seasonal chef creations. house-cured meats and sausages,
duck pastrami sliders, buckboard NEW ORLEANS: Irene’s Cuisine $$
DK Choice bacon melt, oyster bacon sandwi- Italian/Creole Map 2E
539 St Philip St, 70116
ches, and pancetta mac 'n' cheese.
LAFAYETTE: Prejean’s $$$ Tel (504) 529-8811
Cajun NEW ORLEANS: Mother’s $ This cozy venue offers Creole-
3480 US I-49 N, 70507 Cajun/Creole Map 4D Italian specialties including sea-
Tel (337) 896-3247 401 Poydras St, 70130 soned rosemary chicken, seared
The bayou legend of Prejean’s Tel (504) 523-9656 chops, pan-sautéed fish fillets,
attracts both locals and tourists. Casual diner-style restaurant, and pasta. Decadent desserts.
The menu includes authentic favored for its breakfasts, heaped
gumbos, bisques, blackened po’boys, and other Creole stan-
catfish étouffée, shrimp enchi- dards. The famed Ferdi po’boy
ladas, and a savory cheesecake includes roast beef, baked ham,
made with crawfish and alligator- and “debris” (gravy with beef bits).
stuffed sausage. There is live
Cajun music nightly and during NEW ORLEANS:
weekend brunch service. Napoleon House $
Creole Map 3D
500 Chartres St, 70130
NATCHITOCHES: The Landing $ Tel (504) 524-9752
Cajun/Creole This European-style bar and café
530 Front St, 71457 is housed in a historic landmark
Tel (318) 352-1579 Closed Mon building dating to 1797. The casual
At this casual eatery with friendly atmo sphere, classical music, and
service po’boys are a lunch back courtyard are perfect for a
favorite, while the dinner menu classic Pimm’s cup or a muffuletta (a
features Creole- and Cajun-style special local sandwich with meats, The popular Emeril’s in New Orleans,
seafood, meat, and pasta entrées. cheeses, and Italian olive salad). serving Creole cuisine
For more information on types of restaurants see pages 28–9
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