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Wyndham Riverfront Hotel, 701 Convention Center Blvd., 525-7555; www.7onfulton.com Refined and rustic cooking meet in dishes like alligator ravioli topped with sauce piquante. Breakfast options include the eggs Fulton, combining fried green tomatoes, crab cakes and bordelaise sauce. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$
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uring springtime, local menus blossom with fresh produce, seasonal seafood, new dishes and old favorites. Gambit’s spring restaurant guide has the latest information on menus and specials at restaurants throughout the New Orleans area, from corner coffeeshops to fine dining destinations. Listings are arranged alphabetically and contain information on hours of operation, reservation policies and prices. Enjoy!
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Marriott Hotel, 555 Canal St., 553-5638 Chef Mark Quitney puts an upscale spin on comfort food and gives Creole classics a twist. Acadian redfish is a fillet topped with jumbo lump crabmeat over spinach salad with lemon thyme vinaigrette. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$
A MANO
870 Tchoupitoulas St., 208-9280; www.amanonola.com A Mano takes a hands-on approach to regional Italian cuisine. The coniglio della casa is slow-cooked rabbit with oil-cured olives, roasted garlic and thyme. The pici all’aglione is hand-rolled pici pasta with garlic, parsley, olive oil and breadcrumbs. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$
ABITA BAR-B-Q
69399 Hwy. 59, Abita Springs, (985) 892-0205 Slow-cooked meat is the focus at Abita Bar-B-Q. Menu options include pulled pork, ribs, brisket,
ABITA BREW PUB
72011 Holly St., Abita Springs, (985) 892-5837; www.abitabrewpub.com Burgers, salads and sandwiches make up the bulk of the menu at Abita Brew Pub. Entrees include an eggplant Napoleon topped with shrimp, mushroom and tasso sauce. Grilled chicken Abitafeller is served on a bed of creamed spinach and topped with fried oysters and herbed shrimp cream sauce. Reservations recommended for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$
ACME OYSTER & SEAFOOD HOUSE
724 Iberville St., 522-5973; 1202 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 246-6155; 3000 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 309-4056; www.acmeoysterhouse.com In business for more than a century, Acme has earned a reputation for oysters, whether raw, fried or char-grilled. Don’t miss the Peace Maker po-boy with fried shrimp and oysters and Tabasco mayo. The “10-napkin roast beef” poboy is a house specialty. Reservation policy varies by location. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$
ACQUISTAPACE’S COVINGTON SUPERMARKET
125 E. 21st Ave., Covington, (985) 893-7554; www.acquistapace.com A whole rotisserie chicken and a few sides from the deli case make a quick meal to go at this family-run grocery. There also are deli sandwiches and full slabs of ribs. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $
ACROPOLIS CUISINE
3841 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 888-9046 The menu at Acropolis showcases traditional Greek and Italian fare like page 19
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517 Frenchmen St., 942-1345; www.13monaghan.com A go-to spot for late-night diners, 13 offers a range of options for vegetarians and carnivores alike. The menu includes black bean veggie burgers, a baked tofu and herb sandwich on multigrain bread, plus salads and pizza. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $
turkey legs and boudin. For a side, order cornbread, baked beans or potato salad. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $
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