Suggested Dining Experiences close to venue

1. GW Fins

Price: Very Expensive • Seafood • French Quarter

Experience the cuisine that has created raving fans among local diners & national & local food critics alike. Executive Chef Mike Nelson ensures the highest quality seafood by flying in products from around the globe & featuring only the best from local waters—both at their seasonal peak. This commitment to freshness & quality is one of the many reasons GW Fins prints its menu daily. We look forward to serving you soon, so we may learn what you think. We hope our dress policy is comfortable for all. Coats & ties are not required. Slacks, dress jeans, & dress shorts are great. We require that gentlemen wear a collared shirt. T-shirts, cut-off shorts, & athletic wear, including baseball caps, are not permitted. We kindly request that gentlemen remove their hats in the Dining Room.

2. Mr. B's Bistro

Price: Expensive • Creole • French Quarter

Mr. B's Bistro is a renowned institution in the French Quarter of New Orleans, celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere and authentic Creole cuisine. The restaurant is nestled in the heart of the historic French Quarter, specifically at the corner of Royal and Iberville Streets. Mr. B's Bistro is owned and managed by Cindy Brennan, a member of the legendary Brennan family of New Orleans. Specializing in Creole dishes, the restaurant's signature dishes include Barbequed Shrimp, sautéed in a rich, peppery, Worcestershire-spiked butter sauce; Gumbo Ya Ya, featuring a dark roux, chicken, and Andouille sausage; and Creole Bread Pudding, a classic Brennan family recipe, served warm with an Irish whiskey sauce. Mr. B's serves lunch and dinner and hosts a popular Sunday Jazz Brunch with live music. The bistro is consistently lauded for its quality Louisiana food and warm Southern hospitality, making it a fixture for both locals and visitors seeking a classic New Orleans dining experience.

3. Red Fish Grill

Price: Moderate • Seafood • French Quarter

Ralph Brennan’s Red Fish Grill delivers on the promise of locally sourced, expertly prepared, fresh New Orleans seafood. For more than 25 years, this polished yet unpretentious favorite has anchored Bourbon Street—capturing the authenticity and vibrancy of New Orleans in every bite. Our signature wood-fired grill is at the heart of every menu, infusing fresh Gulf fish, shrimp, oysters, and crab—and even “go fish” cuts of meat—with a rich, smoky sweetness unique to Red Fish Grill. From our "BBQ" Oysters, a 10x New Orleans Po-Boy Festival winner, to our Wood-Grilled Redfish and Alligator Sausage Seafood Gumbo, each dish reimagines New Orleans seafood classics with bold local flavor. A lively bar, a colorful dining room, and warm hospitality—delivered by a spirited team that loves what they do—create an inviting setting that celebrates New Orleans’ seafood traditions with well-seasoned excellence. Nationally recognized by USA Today, Travel + Leisure, and OpenTable as a Top Seafood Restaurant.

4. Arnaud's

Price: Very Expensive • Creole • French Quarter

Celebrate the culture and traditions of New Orleans through exquisite flavors served in the most timeless and chic setting in the French Quarter. Our menu includes both classic Creole and inventive dishes. Enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail in our award-winning French 75 Bar, delight your ears and your mouth with nightly Dixieland Jazz in our Jazz Bistro dining room, or celebrate with our fabulous Sunday Jazz Brunch. See why Arnaud’s has been celebrating over 100 years of rich history and culinary excellence.“James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program”, “James Beard Award Semi-finalist for Outstanding Hospitality”

5. Irene's

Price: Expensive • Italian • French Quarter

We are happy and excited to make every effort to accommodate you. *RESERVATION POLICY: Reservations requiring a credit card are subject to a $10/person fee as a result of no call-no show, or if not cancelled before 4:00 pm Central Time on the reservation date. Our cuisine is a blend of country French and Italian flavors with a distinct New Orleans influence. Although a majority of our seating is available on a walk-in basis, we also accept reservations. While you wait, we have a piano player and serve cocktails. We look forward to serving you. "Love and Cuisine, Sempre con Passione"

6. Luke

Price: Moderate • German • French • Cajun • Central Business District

Nestled in the heart of New Orleans’ Central Business District on the iconic St. Charles Avenue—just steps from the French Quarter—Luke is a vibrant, Creole-inspired brasserie that welcomes both locals and visitors with its warm, energetic atmosphere. Renowned for its fresh Gulf seafood and daily selection of oysters, Luke highlights the best of regional flavors. Under the guidance of Chef Corey Sharp, the menu features dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients and seasonal offerings from the farmers’ market. At the bar, guests can enjoy signature cocktails, a thoughtfully curated selection of wines from around the world, and a rotating lineup of local craft beers. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or happy hour—perfect for any occasion.

7. Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse

Price: Expensive • Steakhouse • French Quarter

“Top Steakhouses in America,” as featured in Maxim Magazine and Playboy, and in the Wall Street Journal, Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse serves straightforward prime steaks with a New Orleans twist. Signature dishes and sides include: The House Filet (served with masa flash-fried Louisiana oysters), Tomato Blue Cheese Napoleon, Pontalba Potatoes, and a Roasted Sweet Potato with Creole Pecan Butter. The house's favorite dessert is a toss-up between the Coconut Cake with a chiffon buttercream and the Bananas Foster Bread Pudding—so go ahead and order both.

8. Broussard's Restaurant

Price: Expensive • Creole • French Quarter

Since Broussard’s first opened its doors in 1920, our sensational French-Creole cuisine and historic French Quarter architecture have delighted locals and visitors alike. Enjoy brunch in the courtyard, dinner in our elegant dining rooms, or cocktails at the Empire Bar. Our innovative dishes and attentive service will create an experience you’ll remember for years to come. Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator's 2024 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine.

9. Bourbon House

Price: Moderate • Seafood • French Quarter

“Arguably the best oyster bar of any white tablecloth restaurant in New Orleans” per the Times-Picayune, Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House is all about local seafood. If it’s not in season, you won’t find it on the menu. Enjoy authentic New Orleans dishes and oysters on the half-shell in a lively atmosphere overlooking Bourbon Street. Dickie Brennan and his culinary team have crafted an exceptional menu of classic New Orleans dishes, complemented by new favorites. Signature favorites include Gulf fish on the Halfshell and New Orleans-style Barbeque Shrimp. Bourbon is a central focus at the bar with 200 bourbons on the list. Bourbon House is the perfect place for a specialty cocktail or a straight pour of that hard-to-find small-batch whiskey.

10. The Pelican Club

Price: Expensive • Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

The Pelican Club is a contemporary New Orleans restaurant located on historic Exchange Place in the French Quarter. The entrance is via the Bar, which overlooks Exchange Place through a wall of arched, wood-mullioned windows and leads into three dining rooms featuring original artworks by contemporary Louisiana artists. Since opening its doors in 1990, chef and owner Richard Hughes has offered a diverse menu based on South Louisiana traditions, with French, Italian, and Asian influences that reflect the rich culinary culture of the city. Enjoy fresh seasonal specialties including Baked Oysters, Clay Pot “Barbequed” Shrimp, Seafood Martini, Crispy Whole Flounder, Trio of Duck, Prime Filet Mignon, and Louisiana Cioppino in its own pot. The Pelican Club features an extensive wine list highlighting the regions of California, Italy, and France. Host groups from 20 to 200 for events ranging from cocktail parties and seated dinners to receptions.