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Must eats in New Orleans/Metairie area
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items My go-to spots for the best food and atmosphere the New Orleans area has to offer. Where every meal feels like a local favorite.
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Small spot, big flavor. Tuk Tuk Thai never disappoints. Great food and never a long wait. Local favorite!
TukTuk Thai Street Food
This place nails it two ways: awesome pizza and their Super Witch soft serve for dessert. Perfect combo! Dinner and a sweet treat all in one stop. Highly recommend!
Il Supremo Pizza
Just tried Ruthie's frozen custard here in New Orleans. Dense, creamy, and unbelievably good. Word's getting out fast, so this place sells out early most days. Get there soon if you want a cup (or three)!
Ruthie's Frozen Custard
Surrey's Cafe and Juice Bar is a New Orleans gem. It’s a small spot, big flavor. Fresh-squeezed juice, killer brunch, and everything tastes made with care. Get there early, it's worth the wait!
Surrey's Café & Juice Bar
Osteria Lupo is one of my favorite Italian spots. It has great vibes, warm atmosphere, and food that hits every time. The spicy rigatoni alla vodka is a must-order; creamy, a little fiery, and absolutely addictive. Come hungry and stay for the ambian...
Osteria Lupo
Lower Coast Coffee is a New Orleans favorite. Small, local, and strong enough to wake you right up. Rich, bold flavor with zero bitterness, but fair warning: this coffee packs a punch! Perfect stop for your morning fuel.
Lower Coast Coffee Co.
Miss Shirley's is hands-down one of the best Chinese restaurants in New Orleans, and it's 100% worth the wait! The food is fresh, flavorful, and full of authentic taste. Every dish feels made with care. Great portions, friendly service, and a cozy at...
Miss Shirley's
Kira is the perfect date night spot! Sleek atmosphere, lively energy, and a menu blending Japanese precision with Mediterranean flavors. Think crudo, live-fire cooking, and shareable plates perfect for two. Elevated but never stuffy. Highly recommend...
Kira
Byblos Market is amazing from start to finish! The staff are incredibly warm and welcoming, making you feel right at home the moment you walk in. The food is packed with flavor and clearly made with care, and the portions are generous. You definitely...
Byblos Market
Mais Arepas is hands-down one of the best Colombian spots in New Orleans! Every dish is packed with authentic flavor, but the street corn and ceviche are an absolute must. So don't leave without ordering both. Great food, great vibes, and a menu that...
Maïs Arepas
My favorite comfort meal in town, hands down. The grilled cheese is perfectly crispy and melty, and paired with their tomato basil soup, it's an unbeatable combo that’s warm, rich, and so satisfying. Every bite feels like a hug. It's such a cute litt...
Blue Line Sandwich Co.
Sofia is such a great Italian spot. The portions are perfectly sized for one that are enough to feel satisfied without overdoing it. The whipped ricotta appetizer is an absolute must-order; light, creamy, and the perfect start to the meal. Great food...
Sofia
Such a fun dining experience. Grilling your own meat right at the table makes it interactive and keeps the food coming out fresh and hot exactly how you like it. Great variety of meats and sides, plus the sauces really elevate every bite. Perfect for...
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Such a gem in New Orleans. The bagels are chewy and fresh, and the pastries are out of this world. Perfectly flaky, buttery, and always worth the trip. Their cakes are just as impressive, beautifully made and delicious every time. A must-visit if you...
Laurel Street Bakery
Total New York deli vibes, all in the heart of New Orleans. The sandwiches are stacked, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients. Great beer selection too, perfect for grabbing a drink to go with your order. They also have great bagels an...
Stein's Market and Deli
Doris Metropolitan is the ultimate date night or special occasion spot in New Orleans. The vibe is warm and romantic, the service is spot-on, and the food is unforgettable, especially the A5 Wagyu. Rich, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth perfection that’s ...
Doris Metropolitan New Orleans
Zee’s Pizza never disappoints. The Bye Felicia is my go-to and it’s phenomenal, but honestly you can’t go wrong with any pie on the menu. Great crust, great toppings, great vibe. Highly recommend!
Zee's Pizzeria
Daiwa Sushi is a New Orleans favorite of mine. It has so many rolls to choose from, it’s hard to pick just one. But my go-to every time is the yaki udon with kimchi; the spicy kick with the chewy noodles never disappoints. Highly recommend!
Daiwa Sushi Bar & Japanese Cuisine - Metairie
Loved every bit of my visit to Dolfy's. The grilled acorn-fed Ibérico pork pluma is hands-down my favorite dish here: cooked to a perfect medium-rare over the charcoal grill, incredibly tender, and served over silky potato purée with a rich foie demi...
Dolfy's