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Top NOLA Eats and Drinks

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Some of our go-to restaurants and coffee shops around the city.
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Underrated Italian Uptown - best tiramisu I’ve ever had tbh.
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Truly the best vibes and food - located in the Bywater - French and Japanese fusion. The courtyard makes you feel like you’re eating in a European restaurant.
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Best date night spot in Metairie.
TANA
 
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I’ve actually never had better hummus.
Saba
 
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Delicious Italian!
Oak Oven
 
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One of our top spots for Mexican in the city.
El Gato Negro - Lakeview
 
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Truly one of the most aesthetically pleasing coffee shops, with great coffee.
Trumpet and Drum Coffee House (@trumpetanddrum)
 
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Delicious breakfast! Their blueberry pancakes are the best in the city.
Bearcat Cafe
 
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Always a great choice for a more casual style, Caribbean-flare eatery. The queso and mango guacamole are amazing.
The Rum House
 
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The pastries are amazing, but don't sleep on their overnight oats.
Levee Baking Co.
 
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One of our favorite quick Chinese restaurants.
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Nothing beats their ice cream and homemade flavors.
Creole Creamery
 
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We started going here when they opened and had basically just cookies, donut and bubble waffle ice cream, and it was amazing. Now they have expanded their menu so much, and it is honestly one of the best spots in the city.
Sweet Handkraft
 
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Insanely delicious bagels!
Flour Moon Bagels
 
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These are great if you’re looking for fresh and hot bagels, and they have cute seasonal donuts.
Little J's Donuts
 
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Always a great option for a casual Mexican meal!
Superior Grill
 
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Top Mexican spot! They catered our engagement party, and it was amazing.
Felipes's Mexican Taqueria
 
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Right on magazine with outdoor and indoor seating - great coffee shop vibes and great coffee!
CR Coffee Shop
 
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If you’re looking for an easy sandwich/salad place, this is great. They have the best French fries!
Martin’s: Wine, Liquor, Beer & Deli - New Orleans
 
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All the fun pool and drink vibes and great food.
The Chloe
 
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Coastal Spanish eats! Need I say more? Truly one of our faves.
Costera
 
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Trendy, vibey brunch spot in the CBD. Right down the street from Batter, great place for brunch with delicious drinks. Their mocktail Moscow mule was so refresh.
Commons Club New Orleans
 
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The TikTok sensation. Great pastries and fun coffee concoctions.
BATTER a bakery
 
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Delicious breakfast spot on Oak Street uptown!
Satsuma Maple
 
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They do orders by weekly drops, but seriously the best ice cream!
Super Witch Ice Cream Co.
 
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Delicious beignets, coffee and drinks. Right on Magazine Street surrounded by cute shops (Fleurty Girl, which is a staple here) and other fun restaurants like Rum House and Levee Baking Co.
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South American steak house in Metairie. Get the short rib mac and cheese and thank me later. Great for date night!
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