Weekend Getaway | Who Knew New Orleans Was This Delicious? đ„đ„
We decided on a last-minute trip to New Orleans for a few days, and just wandering around, eating and drinking to our heartsâ content was pure happiness đ. This city is perfect for visiting with zero plansâtotal bliss! đŽ Must-Try Eats Boil Seafood House Is there anyone who doesnât love hand-cracked seafood? Trust me, order the Boil House flavorâitâs a mix of Caribbean, Cajun, and Garlic Butter, and the aroma is insane! Next time, I want to try Big Ez Seafood too. The Pelican Club A beautiful, tasty French restaurant right in the heart of the French Quarter. Their grilled oysters are rich with buttery garlic, and the lamb chops are incredibly tender. The portions are hugeâwhat they serve as one portion here could easily be sold as two separate dishes in New York⊠no joke. Peche Seafood Grill A fantastic seafood spot! The main course drum fish is a winner đâdip the toasted bread in its sauce, and it just gets more and more appetizing. The Steak Tartare also has a fresh, crisp texture thatâs super refreshing. Cafe Beignet vs. Cafe Du Monde Beignets are New Orleansâ signature treatâmy friend calls them âgiant fried dough sticks,â but theyâre basically French donuts. Both are popular spots, but I personally prefer Cafe Beignet (the Bourbon Street location). They have live Jazz performances, so the vibe is unbeatable! Their Lobster Risotto and Omelette are great too. Pro tip: Cafe Du Monde is cash-only. Acme Oyster House This place has over 10,000 ratings on maps, and it lives up to the hype! Both raw and grilled oysters are amazing. We also tried New Orleansâ famous Po-Boys sandwichâstuffed with fried oysters and shrimp, itâs so satisfying youâll be full for hours. Pluck Wine Bar & Restaurant A super intimate wine bar! We ordered a white wine with notes of cream cheese, and it was so good, my friend almost took the empty bottle home with her đ. The Carousel Bar & Lounge The whole bar spins like a carouselâtotally worth a visit for the novelty! Their Pimmâs Cup is delicious: it tastes sweet and light at first, but wow, the kick hits hard later đ . đ¶ & đš Bonus Tips Jazz Lovers, Donât Miss Preservation Hall If you love Jazz, you have to catch a show here! In the off-season, you can buy tickets the same day. In summer, they perform at a new, super upscale venueâand let me tell you, itâs nothing like the Jazz you hear on the streets or in bars. Itâs absolutely (stunning)! Hotel Recommendation: The Ritz Carlton Itâs a 5-minute walk from the French Quarter, has live Jazz in the lounge at night, and is beautiful with top-notch service. #NewOrleans #NewOrleansFood #NewOrleansTravel #USATravel #WeekendGetaway
