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Times-Picayune Robertson said. gathered at Molly’s Gambit spoke to more than a on the Market May dozen T-P employees — report24. Earlier that day, ers, senior writers, columnists they learned the paper and editors — all of whom said would be firing much they learned of their fates from of its staff. Those who The New York Times report. were invited to remain “My supervisor didn’t even would have to reapply f—ing know,” said one reporter. for their jobs.

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hen the word came down May 23 that The Times-Picayune would no longer be a daily newspaper, it wasn’t from the paper’s owners, Advance Publications. Nor was it from senior management or newsroom officials. It came as a brief item on The New York Times’ Media Decoder blog, written by David Carr, and repeated on Twitter at 10:33 p.m., when the newsroom was largely empty.

“Newhouse Newspapers, which owns The Times-Picayune, will apparently be working off a blueprint the company used in Ann Arbor, Mich., where it reduced the frequency of the Ann Arbor News, emphasized the website as a primary distributor of news and in the process instituted wholesale layoffs to cut costs.”

Five paragraphs in, the story mentioned that longtime editor Jim Amoss and his two managing editors, Peter Kovacs and Dan Shea, were among those leaving. (Amoss appears to be staying with the restructured company, at least for now. Publisher Ashton Phelps Jr. had announced his retirement in March.

Carr’s report wasn’t exactly right about the “blueprint.” In Michigan, Newhouse did not reduce the frequency of the Ann Arbor News — it closed the paper, fired most of the staff, then created a news-flavored website called AnnArbor.com, which puts out a perfunctory print edition twice a week.

The New York Times report came after a tumultuous week in the T-P newsroom. Speculation about the paper’s future had been rampant after incoming publisher Ricky Mathews, of Mobile, Ala., came to New Orleans the week before and held meetings at the Windsor Court Hotel, off the newspaper’s Howard Avenue campus, with some — but not all —TimesPicayune executives.

All week, speculation ranged from shuttering bureaus and eliminating some managerial positions (the best case scenario) to “Armageddon” — the closing of New Orleans’ paper of record, with mass firings and news delivered solely through Advance Publications’ online arm, NOLA.com.

The reality was somewhere in between, but the paper’s longrange prospects appeared dim late last week.

Reaction in the media world to Carr’s tweet was instantaneous — and incredulous. New York Times correspondent Campbell Robertson, who covers New Orleans and the South,

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And thus began a long night for staffers at The Times-Picayune. Some gathered for an impromptu porch party, checking the Internet on a laptop, smoking cigars, killing a case of Coors Light. Others went to Wit’s Inn in Mid-City for a wee-hours bacchanal. A few others tied one on with city editor Gordon Russell at his Uptown home. An official announcement from The Times-Picayune would not come for 10 more hours — and it answered few questions while raising many new ones.

The lede, as journalists say, was this: Beginning this fall, The Times-Picayune will become a three-day-aweek newspaper, publishing Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays — making New Orleans America’s largest city without a daily newspaper. It was a full day later that staffers learned that many would be let go from the paper, and those who were asked to stay would have to reapply for their jobs with the new NOLA Media Group, the organization that would oversee operations.

Mathews would be the company’s president. The firings and applications would happen as soon as June, and by fall the paper’s new production schedule would be in place. Beyond that, the future was uncertain.

The Picayune was founded in 1837 and was one of several daily papers in New Orleans during the 19th century. It merged with The Times-Democrat in 1914, adopting the T-P name. By the 1960s, the city had only one other daily, the afternoon States-Item. Both papers by then were owned by the Newhouse family. The two papers merged in 1980.

Despite the corporate, out-of-town ownership — New Jersey-based Advance publishes dozens of newspapers around the United States, as well as the Conde Nast and Fairchild Fashion Media magazines — the T-P has had a local publisher since its inception. Until now. Phelps, its retiring publisher, is the fifth generation of his family to be associated with the paper. Matthews will be the first out-of-towner to oversee the T-P. Phelps was uniquely qualified to run a New Orleans newspaper, balancing the paper’s reputation for hard news with its old-money origins. Under Phelps, the T-P was known both for the quality of its journalism (the paper won four Pulitzer Prizes in less than 10 years under his stewardship, the latest two in 2006 for its coverage of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the federal floods), but never neglected its Uptown audience. Thickets of debutantes crowded the paper during the social season, and while some parts of the publication shrank or were eliminated, society doyenne Nell Nolan’s space was sacrosanct. In the newsroom, Phelps was well-respected. He let the reporters do their jobs, and he instituted a stringent set of ethical standards.

“Ashton was a straight shooter. He always had our backs,” one longtime reporter said.

Earlier in the week, when the newsroom was rife with rumors, another reporter approached the publisher who had always been square with his employees, and asked what was going on.

“You’ll have to ask Gordon [city editor Gordon Russell],” was the response.

In the March announcement of Phelps’ retirement, T-P reporter Bruce Nolan crafted a news story that read on its surface like a straightforward business story.

Between the lines, it raised some eyebrows. It noted Phelps’ 32-year service before introducing Mathews as a Mississippi native who knew the tragedy of Katrina; it also worked in a reference to the new publisher’s sporting bona fides. (“An avid outdoorsman,

Mathews loves to hunt and has fished the offshore waters of Louisiana for most of his life.”) But it was a brief reference at the story’s end that set off speculation within and without the newsroom: “In a brief meeting with employees Tuesday morning, Mathews said he believes that paid journalism’s future is secure, although it will be delivered across many devices, including newsprint. ‘The platform is irrelevant,’ he said.”

“The platform” referred primarily to NOLA.com, the online partner of The Times-Picayune.

In the 1990s, when newspapers began to go online, Advance created a new company, Advance Internet.

That company would go on to be affiliated with many of the newspapers in the Advance Publications chain, using content from the daily papers and original material to create websites that were often mistaken for the newspapers’ “official” websites.

The T-P partnered with what was dubbed NOLA. com, just as the Newark Star-Ledger fed material to NJ.com and The Oregonian to OregonLive.com, etc.

NOLA.com’s office is in downtown New Orleans, away from the iconic Times-Picayune building. It is helmed by “director of content” James O’Byrne, a former editor at The Times-Picayune who contributed some of the paper’s most riveting reportage in the immediate wake of Hurricane Katrina and the federal floods.

From the start, the two “platforms” have not gotten along. T-P reporters have complained openly about what they see as a difficult-to-navigate, difficult-tosearch website over which they have no control. Also a source of complaint: the site’s commenters, who can be caustic and often bicker.

“You put up a story that you worked hard on,” explains one T-P staffer, “and within a minute some idiot has written something stupid at the bottom. You don’t even want to send the story [via email] to your friends and family.” (O’Byrne, in turn, has reportedly referred to the newspaper disparagingly as the “Inkasaurus,” irking his former colleagues.) For their part, staffers at NOLA.com have felt marginalized and unwanted by the reporters they see as their colleagues, blamed for comments they can’t control and not given credit for their work on the site, which has been honored.

In 2011, NOLA.com received the Press Club of New Orleans award for the city’s best website.

Less than two months after Nolan reported Mathews’ comment about news platforms being “irrelevant,” NOLA.com debuted a new opening page that was both unpopular with readers (judging from online comments) and left much of The Times-Picayune staff aghast. With a screaming-yellow banner at the top, blocky headlines and huge text, it resembled a Facebook Timeline more than a traditional newspaper site. But more important than NOLA.com’s new look, Times-Picayune staffers feared, was where it came from.

The template for the new NOLA.com was first employed at MLive.com, an Advance Internet site serving a large portion of Michigan. It serves as Advance’s digital hub for seven or eight smaller papers in cities like Kalamazoo, Flint and Saginaw. It’s seven if you don’t count AnnArbor.com and its twice-weekly print version; eight if you do.

Forbes’ Micheline Maynard, an Ann Arbor-based journalist, wrote, “No offense to its staff, but AnnArbor. com, online at least, is a constantly updated blog, which gives equal play to impaled cyclists and rabid skunks as it does to politics and crime. The printed edition is newspaper-like, but with a different style and less gravitas than its predecessor.”

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“blueprint” in referring to the Michigan experience, created further anxiety in the local newsroom. The now-defunct Ann Arbor News was founded in 1835 — just two years before the Picayune. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the metro Ann Arbor area has about 345,000 people, while metro New Orleans has more than 1.1 million.

MLive.com is a subsidiary of Advance’s MLive Media Group, formed in the past year, after the shuttering of the Ann Arbor paper.

The company describes itself on its website as “Michigan’s largest local media advertising network, allowing our advertisers to reach local audiences in communities across the state.”

Last week, though, the sorrow and worry were more immediate, both within and without the newsroom.

“What I feel for the most are the employees that are going to be impacted by this,” said Jefferson Parish Councilman-At-Large Chris Roberts, “and not knowing what their future holds while figuring out how they provide for their families. … Just looking at pictures on my wall here in the office, and pictures from The Times-Picayune from the ’40s, from Mardi Gras — it’s another part of history. It goes back 175 years.”

Chris Bowman, a spokesman for District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro, said, “The district attorney certainly hates to see any New Orleans institution close its doors, or downsize, and certainly the same goes for The Times-Picayune, which has been around a very long time, longer than any of us. That’s only compounded by the loss of jobs. … The DA is certainly sympathetic to those individuals.

However he’s optimistic with the new leadership coming in they’ll … continue to be a source of news for the entire community.”

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“A new company — the NOLA Media Group, which will include The Times-Picayune and its affiliated website NOLA.com — was announced today by Ricky Mathews, who will become its president,” began The Times-Picayune’s online story about itself last Thursday morning. It quoted Mathews as saying, “Our best path to success lies in a digitally focused organization that combines the award-winning journalism of The Times-Picayune and the strength of NOLA.com.”

The story also attributed to Amoss the sort of Pollyannaish companyspeak that would send any reporter into guffaws: “With a reduced printing schedule starting in the fall … plans call for the Wednesday, Friday and Sunday editions of The Times-Picayune to be in many ways more robust than each of the daily newspapers is currently.”

“New Digitally Focused Company Launches This Fall With Beefed Up Online Coverage” was the headline on NOLA.com, under the new yellow banner.

“More robust” and “beefed up” were not phrases used in an internal memo sent to T-P employees under Phelps’ name. “Many current employees of The Times-Picayune and NOLA.com will have the opportunity to grow with the new organizations,” it said, “but the need to reallocate resources to accelerate the digital growth of NOLA Media Group will necessitate a reduction in the size of the workforce.”

Across town, Mayor Mitch Landrieu released a general statement of support for the paper, noting he had been a T-P paper boy in his youth and saying, “I look forward to talking with new management and others who have a stake in the future of The Times-Picayune to discuss how we can help the newspaper grow and not diminish.”

That probably sounds like music to the ears of Mathews, who is said to be a guy who courts those in power — a stark contrast to Phelps, who avoided public relationships that might become conflicts for his newspaper. In Alabama, Mathews was the head of the Coastal Recovery Commission (CRC), created in 2010 after the BP oil disaster. The commission, a project of then-Alabama Gov. Bob Riley, was funded entirely with BP funds. Mathews used AL.com to promote both the CRC and its subsequent nonprofit arm, the Coastal Alabama Leadership Council, in chatty stories under his own byline. Some Picayune employees worry that Mathews will not hesitate to become involved in Louisiana politics in ways that Phelps shunned, at least publicly.

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At 3800 Howard Ave. last Thursday morning, meetings with managers and senior staff began shortly after 9 a.m. as everyone tried to get back to work. A few took to social media. “it’s like a morgue in The Times-Picayune newsroom today,” wrote investigative reporter David Hammer. “Twitter, have i told you today that i love you? well, i do,” wrote editorial page editor Terri Troncale. saints beat reporter Jeff Duncan sent out a photo of a newspaper on his doorstep with the caption “i lost a friend today.”

The mood was so restive that an employee meeting was called in the late afternoon so Amoss could answer his staff’s questions, but he had few answers.

Later that night, as employees let off steam over free drinks at the French Quarter bar Molly’s at the Market, a veteran reporter said, “i lost all respect for Jim this week.” several others expressed the same sentiment — some in anger, some in sorrow. One wondered why Amoss — now in his sixties and financially comfortable — was going along with what the staff saw as the dismemberment of an institution they had loved.

At the employee meeting, Nolan — a decades-long veteran of the newsroom and one of Amoss’ oldest friends — spoke to his boss. “i find this difficult to say, because you and i go back a long time,” Nolan told the paper’s editor. “i don’t know to what extent your fingerprints are on the events of last week. i really think they’re probably not much.

“But i think everyone here thinks this doesn’t feel like the old TimesPicayune,” Nolan said. “There was, over the last week, a sense of anxiety and dread, a sense of disrespect, a sense people were being kept in the dark about terribly important things. ...

“To read in The New York Times this morning that a 40-year career, in my case, is ending this way ...

That wasn’t right. And if i have a beef with this business decision — and history will vindicate this or not; i don’t care — but this isn’t the way to do it.”

“Hear, hear!” yelled another employee, and the newsroom burst into applause.

— Charles Maldonado and Alex Woodward contributed to this report.

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“New Orleans isn’t immune. No one is.” — Treme creator and former Baltimore sun reporter David Simon advocating paywall content in an email to Poynter following the announcement that The TimesPicayune will undergo severe cuts and publish only three times a week, leaving New Orleans without a daily paper. “with a reduced printing schedule starting in the fall, (editor Jim) Amoss said, plans call for the wednesday, Friday and sunday editions of The Times-Picayune to be in many ways more robust than each of the daily newspapers is currently.” — a news release published Thursday, May 24, on NOLA.com introducing the NOLA Media Group and its plans to scale back publishing and staff

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The New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) failed to convince the city Civil service Commission to approve the creation of a new, unclassified position for its current public information officer, Remi Braden, at the commission’s May 21 meeting. The request had been pending since April and was made after Braden

— an independent contractor — was involved in a minor accident while driving a city take-home car. City vehicles are supposed to be available only to full-time city employees.

Researchers for the Civil service Department found there was no reason for creating a new position because Braden’s job only involves the dissemination of information produced by police employees; she does not participate in strategy or policy decisions. Furthermore, researchers found there is already an equivalent classified position — marketing development coordinator — currently in use by one other city agency, the French Market Corporation.

The maximum salary for the marketing development coordinator position, however, is just over $70,000. NOPD hoped to pay Braden $83,000.

“To equate a public safety public information officer with the French Market Corporation is ludicrous,” said Lt. Col. Jerry Sneed, deputy mayor of public safety, to commissioners.

But Raymond Burkart, an attorney for the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), pointed out that the actual annual value of the position NOPD was requesting — including benefits and access to a takehome car — came to at least $116,000, roughly $25,000 more than Braden’s current contract.

Burkart said the department, which has faced increasing criticism from both FOP and the Police Association of New Orleans for what they say is a shortage in personnel, could pay the salaries of several police officers for $116,000.

“Our priorities are not public relations,” Burkart said. in other action, the commission granted the city’s request to create 43 new temporary unclassified positions related to federally funded capital projects. This was despite the Civil service Department’s findings that 40 of the requested positions — primarily project management and financial analysis and support — are, like the NOPD position, already covered by city classifications.

Deputy Mayor Cedric Grant argued that since the positions are federally funded and the money for them might dry up in future budget years, departments needed salary-setting, hiring and firing flexibility not offered under Civil service Rules for classified positions.

Others at the meeting, including Randolph Scott of the Concerned Classified City employees group, disagreed, pointing out that the capital projects requiring these employees have been ongoing for several years and are expected to continue for at least several more.

There also was some concern among attendees that the city, thus far unable to push through a number of changes to the Civil service Rules, was planning to lay off or furlough classified employees, replacing them with temporary ones.

Despite those objections, the commission approved the positions in a 4-1 vote.

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CCC lights Funder says state promised to pay Future bills The Young Leadership Council (YLC) is urging the state to keep the decorative lights on the Crescent City Connection (CCC) turned on, no matter what happens to the bridge’s controversial tolls. with the expiration of the tolls set for the end of this year, the bridge could go dark.

The YLC first established itself as a civic force in the 1980s when it led the campaign to light up the bridge. That campaign was the group’s first major capital fundraising effort. “in exchange, there was an understanding that the state would fund all aspects of the decorative lighting on the CCC,” the group said in an email blast last week. “All of this occurred before tolls were in place, and thus the position of the YLC is that the decorative lights should remain on irrespective of the tolls.”

Tolls were placed on the bridge several years after the bridge acquired lights, and revenues from toll collections became (and remain) the primary but not exclusive funding source for the bridge lights.

“Many great cities in the world have an iconic structure in their skylines. Paris has the eiffel Tower. New York has the statue of Liberty. san Francisco has the Golden Gate Bridge,” says Chris Johnsen, who served as YLC president during the bridge-lighting campaign. “As young people looking to make a positive impact on the perception of New Orleans both locally and nationally, we are committed to lighting the bridge.”

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amend the state constitution to make “denial, infringement, or restriction” of the second Amendment right to “acquire, keep, possess, transport, carry, transfer, and use arms for defense of life and property” subject to “strict scrutiny” in the courts. if approved by voters, the highest standard of judicial review and the strongest legal protection typically reserved for fundamental human rights would apply to gun ownership.

The bill passed through that committee by a 9-5 vote. Last Thursday, May 24, sen. Neil Riser’s senate Bill 303 passed in the full House by a 77-22 vote. it now goes back to the senate for final concurrence in House amendments before appearing on the statewide ballot in November.

Riser argued that the bill, which is backed by the National Rifle Association (NRA) and Gov. Bobby Jindal, would make Louisiana’s second Amendment rights “the strongest in the nation.” its opponents, however, fear the bill will open the door to litigation that could declare the state’s 80-plus gun laws unconstitutional. under a “strict scrutiny” standard, the government must prove a “compelling state interest” to restrict the right to bear arms. That means already designated “gun-free” zones, like schools and churches, would potentially be targets of litigation.

Currently the state allows for the passage of laws to prohibit concealed weapons in certain places. Riser’s bill removes that language. The Council for a Better Louisiana (CABL), a good-government watchdog, rallied against the bill, as did statewide district attorneys, including Orleans Parish D.A. Leon Cannizzaro.

At last week’s vote, state Rep. Terry Landry, a former head of the Louisiana state Police, said, “This is about an NRA agenda” that “uses Louisiana and its citizens, its legislature and legislators as a pawn in a bigger scheme.” He added that there has “been no conversation” about the threat to the right to bear arms in the state until the bill’s introduction. “where now is there a prohibition and restriction that you don’t want?” Landry asked. A similar round of questions were aimed at Riser in committee hearings and met with similarly vague answers about preserving gun rights under future legislative bodies.

The House also struck down a provision that gives the Legislature explicit authority to limit concealed handguns.

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At no time in its history was The Times-Picayune more important to its readers than in the months after Hurricane Katrina and the federal levee failures. Many employees lost everything in the storm, yet they continued to put out the paper during those dark days — and in doing so, they produced journalism of a quality so high it won two Pulitzer Prizes. They documented our city’s recovery, which was hardly seamless. For years after the storm, the print edition of The Times-Picayune was a must-read for any New Orleanian. And just when it seemed things were getting back to “normal” (a term that has its own meaning in a quirky city such as ours),

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These are perilous times for America’s newspaper industry, yet it’s still shocking that our city has to be the largest U.S. city to lose its daily newspaper.

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o paraphrase an old commercial: What this town needs is a good daily newspaper. For nearly 200 years, we’ve had one or more. Since 1980, though, it’s been just one — and last week we learned that The TimesPicayune, like so many newspapers in the 21st century, is on life support. It was sad news indeed.

New Jersey-based Advance Publications, the parent company of The TimesPicayune, announced the paper will go to a three-day-a-week printing schedule this fall, shifting focus and content to its online partner, NOLA.com. The paper’s staff, which already has been buffeted by buyouts, early retirements and furloughs in recent years, has now been told that many of them will lose their jobs. Those who are approved to remain will be invited to apply for employment with a new company, NOLA Media Group. Our hearts and prayers go out to them. Business is business, but they have been treated shabbily by a company to which they have shown loyalty and, yes, love. They deserve better.

What city in America needs — and deserves — a strong daily newspaper more than New Orleans? We have it all here: crime, corruption, politics, police stories, urban development, sports, characters and culture. We have big businesses and mom-and-pop stores.

We have art, music, architecture, food, literature, masquerades and Mardi Gras. We have a patchwork of neighborhoods like no other city in America.

New Orleans generates enough news to fill a rack of newspapers each and every day of the week.

So why can’t we have a daily newspaper?

The answer is complicated. In New Orleans’ case, it’s a tragic admixture of out-of-town corporate ownership, the debilitating effect that the Internet has had on all print publications (especially dailies), ownership’s obsession with the bottom line and a sluggish national economy. All over America, dailies are struggling to find a business model that will work in the face of current market realities. Some are finding new ways to remain viable. Sadly, the owners of The Times-Picayune have chosen to give up.

Daily news is history’s first draft, and The Times-Picayune (along with its predecessors) chronicled both the everyday life and the amazing history of this great American city. In this town, the everyday and the amazing ultimately meld into one story, and the T-P has done an increasingly good job in recent decades of covering that story. The original Picayune had been around for decades at the time of the Civil War. Since then, the paper has seen the development of motorcars, jazz, flight, radio and television, the Superdome and the Internet. It

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If push eventually comes to shove, randol says he has an “option” to move operations to Mexico. It’s a familiar theme, one that has been repeated to a certain extent by rob Nelson of the Elmer Candy Corp. in Ponchatoula. Nelson says he needs 175 seasonal workers around Christmas time to prepare his Valentine orders. Elmer’s is the second largest candy company in North america in terms of boxed candy for the february holiday. out of the 175 seasonal workers he hires, Nelson says he usually finds about 40 locally. That’s cheaper for him, since H-2B-participating businesses must pay the feds $1,000 for every guest worker they want to use. If labor costs increase and the regulatory environment doesn’t change, Nelson says he may have to relocate.

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ou’ve probably never heard of a H-2B guest worker visa — but you likely have enjoyed the yield it produces. like one of those melt-in-yourmouth Gold Brick Eggs from Elmer Candy. or a night out in New orleans, kicked off with drinks at one of the newer hotels.

The federal H-2B program allows american companies to bring in guest workers — legal immigrant labor — to take jobs no one else wants. for a domestic business to use the program, it must prove that local workers don’t want the jobs. The nonagricultural, temporary visas expire after 10 months, at which point the guest workers, typically from Mexico and Central america, must return home.

Nationwide, only 66,000 guest workers may enter the country each year under the H-2B program. In 2011, louisiana hosted more than 3,100, largely in seafood processing plants, construction and certain food-preparation jobs. Now, however, some employers in those industries are contemplating closure or relocation — thanks to two new regulations promulgated by the U.S. department of labor.

The first new rule, commonly called the “wage rule,” would increase pay across the board for all H-2B guest workers. In louisiana, that could mean wage increases ranging from 32 percent to 100 percent, based on a recent economic impact study conducted by the lSU agCenter.

Currently, prevailing wages always eclipse the U.S. minimum wage, and at certain times even surpass the $8-per-hour threshold for seafood processors.

“I don’t know any business that could absorb a 32 percent wage increase and stay solvent,” says state agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain. “If these wage increases are allowed to stand, it will probably put louisiana’s last few remaining crawfish tail meat processors out of business. and that’s a shame, because louisiana created the crawfish business.”

The second new regulation, the “program rule,” would force employers to guarantee guest workers will be paid 75 percent of their wages, even if they work less than three-quarters of a week. This rule has the harshest rub for louisiana seafood processors, since it means guest workers have to be paid even if a hurricane temporarily shuts down an industry. for now, opponents can take comfort in the fact that the two rules have been delayed, probably at least until November, pending a florida court injunction. The labor department is appealing.

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ews that The Times-Picayune would cease publishing daily editions went off like a bombshell last week. From the newsroom to the state Capitol to boardrooms and barrooms across the metro area, people found it hard to believe that the paper’s owners were abandoning four days of news coverage in print.

In some ways, it’s a sign of the times for America’s newspapers. Yet it’s sad that New orleans has to be on the forefront of such an awful development. Despite the T-P’s rosy coverage of the news, there’s nothing good about the paper dropping to three days of printed circulation.

From the inevitable layoffs among the paper’s extremely talented staff to the diminution of a powerful voice for reform in local and state politics to the probable loss of in-depth investigative reporting, this is bad news all around. It leaves a huge void in local and state politics.

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to the founding of the Republic. The Founding Fathers, in an effort to “sell” the new Constitution, adopted a set of amendments to it — the Bill of Rights — and led off with the words, “Congress shall make no law … abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press.” No other industry enjoys specific constitutional protection against official incursion. unfortunately, the Constitution cannot ward off the Internet or a bad economy — or lousy ownership.

Although Gambit has competed against the T-P, I’ve always had a soft spot for the daily. How could I not? I got my professional start there, learned the craft during the last days of old-school journalism. I used to bang my stories out on nightly deadlines — on typewriters — and on newsprint. City editors smoked cigars and chewed out reporters, just like Walter Matthau in The Front Page. The characters we wrote about were nothing compared to the characters in the newsroom. I loved it.

The world was different then. We couldn’t imagine a world, or even a city,

This is bad news all around. It leaves a huge void in local and state politics. without a daily newspaper. our publisher back then, Ashton Phelps sr., was a legendary figure who wore white linen suits and chomped on Cuban cigars.

When I left the paper, he called me into his office, wished me well, and told me to call him if I ever wanted to get back into the newspaper business. He meant it.

He was succeeded as publisher by his son, Ashton Phelps Jr., who became a great publisher. Ashton Jr. took the reins of a paper that for years had been a cash

cow but a journalistic backwater and, without hurting its bottom line, brought it to national prominence. under his stewardship, the paper won four Pulitzer Prizes in less than 10 years — a phenomenal accomplishment.

Above all, Phelps let his reporters do their jobs, and they loved him for it. When he announced his retirement in March after more than three decades at the paper’s helm, it signaled not just the end of an era but also that things were about to get ugly.

He no doubt saw the handwriting on the wall, and he wanted no part of it. I don’t blame him. What happened last week was a betrayal of his legacy — and of the years of hard work of hundreds of great reporters, photographers and editors.

Back in the day, when I was banging out my stories on a typewriter on long sheets of newsprint, we’d end our stories with the hallmark “-30-” after the final paragraph. I never thought I’d be putting a -30- on the story of my old paper.

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Everyone is familiar with the cobblestones that make up many of New Orleans’ oldest streets. I have heard they originally served as ballast on vessels sailing from Europe to New Orleans. If this is true, how, when and where were the stones cut to the uniform size we see today?

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If you think our streets are in a sorry state, you should have been around when New Orleans was young. Residents in the city during the colonial times and the first part of the 19th century walked on wooden planks, or flatboat gunwales, or just trod through the mud.

Potholes were a problem even in colonial days. In 1798, government officials had the bright idea of filling the holes and generally making the streets more attractive. Vessels coming into New Orleans used stones in the hold of the ships to enhance stability, and The Cabildo, the Spanish governing body at the time, was able to get this ballast cheaply and use it for paving.

But ballast was not the only form of paving used in New Orleans. Some of what

you see — the uniformly sized cobblestones and square blocks — came from quarries in the North and Northeast. These stones were bought specifically for use as paving material, but were not installed until well after the colonial period.

There are miles and miles of cobblestone streets in New Orleans. Some have been enhanced with red brick borders (like on Erato Street); others were covered with materials like asphalt to make traveling on them more comfortable.

For years, friends have told me about seeing, climbing on and collecting artifacts from Indian mounds near Lake Pontchartrain and Bonnabel Boulevard. Can you tell me exactly where they were and when they were destroyed?

J. Larmann

Louisiana has the oldest earthen mounds in North America. About 9,000 Indian mounds have been documented in our state, and at least 40 archaeological sites are in Jefferson Parish. All of them attest to how many Native Americans were here, attracted to the warm climate and abundant food.

There are three types of sites: mounds (earth and shells piled up in a conical or pyramidal shape for burial or ceremonial

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purposes), middens (refuse heaps consisting of shells, bones and garbage, marking the sites of Indian settlements) and beach deposits (shells and potsherds of subsided and eroded sites that have been washed ashore).

There was a beach deposit at the end of Gardenia Drive, but the site was dredged in the 1930s and mostly destroyed.

At Melody Drive at Canal No. 2, there was a large shell midden and two small

shell mounds. The mounds contained many human bones and most likely were mass graves. Treasure hunters have been poking around the three since the early 1900s, but the site was destroyed when a subdivision was built.

Another shell midden was located east of the 1000 block of Bonnabel Boulevard, about a mile south of the shore of Lake Pontchartrain. This, too, was destroyed when houses were built in 1948.

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Staring May 31st, you can buy fresh herbs from our new Roots on the Rooftop urban farm in the produce department of our Baronne Street store. www.rouses.com

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SUMMER RESTAURANT GUIDE

Dishes You Can’t Miss

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ome of the best recommendations come from word of mouth. For our summer restaurant guide, Gambit asked local restaurants to recommend their own dishes Prices — favorites, signature items and Dollar signs indicate new concoctions. The guide the average price of a includes 1,434 dishes to try, more dinner entree. than enough for a summer’s worth $ = $1-$10 of exploring new places and new $$ = $11-$20 items. There also is information on hours of operation, reservation $$$ = $21-up policies and prices.

7 ON FULTON Wyndham Riverfront New Orleans Hotel, 701 Convention Center Blvd., 525-7555; www.7onfulton.com Oysters Brie features flash-fried oysters topped with melted Brie and drizzled with Crystal beurre blanc. The cake trio includes a crab cake, crawfish cake and shrimp cake along with two sauces. Reservations accepted.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

8 BLOCK KITCHEN & BAR Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., 561-1234; www.neworleans.hyatt.com The roasted baby vegetable salad includes baby zucchini, sunburst carrots, asparagus, pearl onions, herb oil and burrata cheese. Comte cheese and spinach ravioli are served with artichoke barigoule, rapini, summer English radishes, yellow dandelion and Noilly Prat (vermouth) sauce. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$

13 517 Frenchmen St., 942-1345; www.13monaghan.com The sesame chicken salad sandwich on multigrain bread is dressed with spring greens and smoked almonds. The black bean veggie burger is dressed with lettuce, tomato, onion, Dijon mustard and mayo and served on French bread with potato chips. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $

(985) 892-5837; www.abitabrewpub.com Baby back ribs are marinated in Abita Purple Haze and served with house-made sauce and a side of fries. The California burger is topped with avocado, sprouts and feta cheese.

Reservations recommended for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Museum, 945 Magazine St., 528-1940; www.nationalww2museum.org/american-sector Duck fried rice combines locally farmed duck and duck eggs with yellow Creole rice. The pan-roasted Gulf swordfish is served with tomato, avocado and Benton’s bacon. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

ACME OYSTER & SEAFOOD HOUSE

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724 Iberville St., 522-5973; 1202 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 246-6155; 3000 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 309-4056; www.acmeoysterhouse.com The Peacemaker combines fried shrimp and oysters in a po-boy dressed with Tabasco mayo. The Acme Poopa features the house gumbo served in a French bread bowl. Reservation policy varies by location. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

4508 Freret St., 324-1636; www.ancorapizza.com The Filetti pizza is topped with cherry tomatoes, fior di latte mozzarella, basil and garlic.

The affettati misti is a changing selection of house-cured meats and salumi. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

ACROPOLIS CUISINE 3841 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 888-9046 Braised lamb chops come with vegetables or a baked potato.

Moussaka features layers of baked vegetables and herbs. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

ADOLFO’S 611 Frenchmen St., 948-3800 Fresh fish of the day is covered in creamy ocean sauce with crabmeat, crawfish, shrimp and capers. Rack of lamb is served with rosemary-mint-garlic butter.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner daily. Cash only. $$

ALBASHA GREEK & LEBANESE RESTAURANT 1958 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 867-8292; www.albashabr.com The vegetable plate includes a choice of five items such as spinach pie, hummus and baba ghanoush. The gyro plate features lamb, hummus, rice and salad. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

ALIBI BAR AND GRILL A MANO 870 Tchoupitoulas St., 2089280; www.amanonola.com The affettati misti includes an array of house-cured meats with accompaniments including house-made pickles and mostarda. The slow-cooked rabbit comes with oil-cured olives and roasted garlic. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

811 Iberville St., 522-9187; www.alibineworleans.com Barbecue shrimp comes over rotini pasta. The chicken Caesar pita features char-grilled chicken, provolone and Romano cheeses and romaine lettuce wrapped in flatbread and served with fries. No reservations.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

ALLEGRO BISTRO 69399 Hwy. 59, Abita Springs, (985) 892-0205 Beef brisket is slathered in barbecue sauce and served with fresh-baked cornbread and two sides. Pulled-pork is slow-cooked. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

1100 Poydras St., 582-2350; www.allegrobistro.com The barbecue shrimp po-boy features flash-fried Gulf shrimp served with New Orleans-style barbecue sauce. Veal is lightly battered and flash fried and served with Creole mustard and crawfish hollandaise. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

ABITA BREW PUB

THE AMERICAN SECTOR

72011 Holly St., Abita Springs,

The National World War II

ABITA BAR-B-Q

ANDREA’S RESTAURANT 3100 19th St., Metairie, 834-8583; www.andreasrestaurant.com Andrea’s osso buco is a veal shank braised in brown sauce and served with angel hair pasta. The crab cake Andrea features Louisiana crabmeat cakes with sliced eggplant spiced with Italian seasonings and topped with crabmeat and lemonbutter sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

ANGELETTO’S PIZZA 220 S. Robertson St., 581-3500; www.angelettospizzeria.com Angeletto’s special pie is topped with chicken, garlic sauce, spinach, feta and roasted red peppers. Spinach lasagna is layered with spinach, caramelized onions, mozzarella and herb ricotta and topped with Alfredo sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

ANGELI ON DECATUR 1141 Decatur St., 566-0077; www.angelirestaurant.webs.com The Virtuous Angel vegetarian pizza has spinach, artichokes, tomatoes, mushrooms, feta, mozzarella and garlic-herb sauce. Spaghetti and meatballs is served Italian home-style. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

ANGELO BROCATO 214 N. Carrollton Ave., 4861465; www.angelobrocatoicecream.com Peach ice is made with fresh drupes. Fresh ricotta fills a Sicilian cannoli. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $

ANNADELE’S PLANTATION 71518 Chestnut St., Covington, (985) 809-7669; www.annadeles.com Creole turtle soup is topped with a dash of sherry and some chopped egg. The veal Serena features veal topped with lump crabmeat, asparagus, angel hair pasta and bearnaise. Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$$ page 20

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New Orleans Marriott, 555 Canal St., 553-5638; www.marriott.com A fillet of wild Louisiana redfish is topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and served over spinach salad with lemon-thyme vinaigrette.

The seafood gumbo is made with shrimp, crawfish, oysters, crab, andouille, okra and file powder and served with a scoop of white rice, crabmeat and chopped herbs. Reservations accepted.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

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Antoine’s batters and fries a soft-shell crab, then blankets it with crawfish.

BACK TO THE GARDEN 833 Howard Ave., 299-8792 The char-broiled chicken salad includes sliced chicken breast, leaf lettuce, avocado, tomato, cucumber and carrots.

Vegetarian tacos are filled with vegetarian chili, Swiss cheese, lettuce and sprouts. Delivery available. No reservations.

Breakfast Mon.-Fri., lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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ANTOINE’S ANNEX 513 Royal St., 525-8045; www.antoines.com The Caprese sandwich combines fresh mozzarella, pesto, Creole tomatoes and balsamic vinaigrette. The ham and feta sandwich on a pistolette is garnished with watercress and honey-Dijon mustard. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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713 St. Louis St., 581-4422; www.antoines.com Trout Cardinal features a grilled or fried trout fillet topped with crawfish tails in white wine sauce. For brunch, try Louisiana Gulf shrimp sauteed in garlic-tomato sauce and served with creamy buttered grits. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

APOLLINE RESTAURANT 4729 Magazine St., 8948881; www.apollinerestaurant.com Seared diver scallops come with shrimp and corn maque choux and bacon. Charbroiled oysters are cooked with garlic-butter and piave cheese. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

ARNAUD’S RESTAURANT 813 Bienville St., 523-5433; www.arnaudsrestaurant.com The shrimp Arnaud features Gulf shrimp in the restaurant’s signature tangy remoulade.

Oysters Kathryn tops oysters with artichoke hearts, garlic,

Parmesan and extra-virgin olive oil. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

ARTZ BAGELZ 3138 Magazine St., 309-7557; www.artzbagelz.com The bagel and lox is served with cream cheese, smoked salmon, tomato, onion and capers. The Downtown sandwich combines turkey, Swiss, bacon, avocado and sprouts.

No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

ASSUNTA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 2631 Hwy. 190 W., Slidell, (985) 649-9768; www.assuntas.com Caponata features eggplant, onions, tomatoes and pine nuts on a bed of ziti pasta with mozzarella cheese baked on top. Oysters Neopolitan tops deep-fried oysters with lemoncream sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

Marinated and grilled chicken is served over linguine with artichokes and mushrooms in white wine cream sauce.

The tomato Buffalo features baked tomato slices topped with mozzarella, basil and extra-virgin olive oil. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

AUDUBON CLUBHOUSE CAFE 6500 Magazine St., 212-5282; www.auduboninstitute.org The Double Bogey breakfast includes two eggs, two bacon strips and two sweet potato pancakes. The Clubhouse spinach and berry salad bowl combines diced tomatoes, blueberries, strawberries, raisins, mandarin oranges, feta cheese, red onion and toasted almonds in a spinach flatbread bowl topped with raspberry vinaigrette. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

AUGUST MOON ATCHAFALAYA 901 Louisiana Ave., 8919626; www.atchafalayarestaurant.com Pan-roasted duck is served with duck fat-roasted fingerling potatoes, Swiss chard and blueberry duck gastrique.

The sesame seed-crusted scallops come with corn risotto, pickled shiitakes and a sunflower sprout salad with Banyuls vinaigrette. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

ATTIKI BAR & GRILL 230 Decatur St., 587-3756; www.attikineworleans.com

875 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, 302-7977; 3635 Prytania St., 899-5129; www.augustmoonneworleans.com Crispy lemon grass shrimp boasts a dozen jumbo shrimp pan-seared with onions and minced lemon grass, and served with rice vermicelli and nuoc cham sauce. August Moon’s steak cubes feature a cubed 12-ounce rib-eye panroasted with sweet onions and fresh garlic and served with garlic bread and jasmine rice. No reservations. Prytania Street: lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat.; Manhattan Boulevard: lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit

cards. $$

AVENUE CAFE 1907 St. Charles Ave., 301-2097; www.avenuecafenola.com The Uptown Piggy breakfast sandwich piles scrambled eggs, bacon, ham and cheddar cheese on a croissant or H&H bagel with satsuma pepper jelly. The grilled chicken pesto panino combines chicken breast, provolone, red onions, roasted red peppers, mayonnaise and sun-dried tomato pesto on fresh-baked ciabatta and comes with fruit or chips. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

3201 Magazine St., 894-8888 The appetizer combo includes five buffalo wings, four jalapeno poppers, four mozzarella sticks and three dipping sauces. The pizza sub fills French bread with pizza sauce, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, onions, mushrooms and green peppers and comes with a side of fries.

Delivery available. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

BANANA BLOSSOM THAI CAFE 2112 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, 392-7530; www.eatbananablossom.com Tom yum soup has mushrooms, onions and cilantro mingling in lemon grass-lime broth. Clams are served with spicy coconut-basil sauce and grilled bread. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

BARCELONA TAPAS AVENUE RESTAURANT AND CATERING 3300 Fourth St., Harvey, 371-7850; www.avenuerestaurantandcatering.com Lightly breaded and fried eggplant medallions are topped with crabmeat and crawfish sauce and served with salad and bread. The fried oyster au gratin stuffed potato is filled with mozzarella and covered with crabmeat au gratin. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

BABYLON CAFE 7724 Maple St., 314-0010; www.babyloncafe.biz Grape leaves are stuffed with rice, vegetables, ground meat or cracked wheat and served with Greek salad and hummus. The chicken shawarma salad features rotisseriecooked chicken on a bed of tomato, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese and romaine lettuce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

720 Dublin St., 861-9696 The Avocado Tropical features a mixture of shrimp, capers and onions topped with tomato aioli vinaigrette and served in half of an avocado. Ceviche is available with drum or a mix of drum and shrimp, and is served on a bed of lettuce with a pico de gallo-like mix of tomatoes, onions and capers.

No reservations. Dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

BARU BISTRO & TAPAS 3700 Magazine St., 895-2225; www.barutapas.com Quinoa salad includes Peruvian olives, choclo (roasted corn), local vegetables and Salao cheese tossed in arugula vinaigrette. Jerk chicken is garnished with roasted kale and bacon and served over poblano and corn risotto. No reservations.

Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue. Sun. Credit cards. $$

BASIL LEAF 1438 S. Carrollton Ave., 8629001; www.basilleafthai.com Siam beef tenderloin is sau-

teed in a wine-chili sauce with fresh vegetables, cashews and pineapple and served with jasmine rice. Ceviche is made with fresh seafood, seaweed salad, fish roe and cucumber and is served over spring mix greens with sesame seeds, scallions and spicy kimchi sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BAYONA 430 Dauphine St., 5254455; www.bayona.com The quail salad features a tempura-fried smoked quail on top of greens tossed with bourbon molasses dressing and candied pecans. The goat cheese crouton is a toasted multigrain crouton topped with sauteed wild mushrooms and Madeira cream sauce.

Reservations required. Lunch Thu.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

BAYOU BEER GARDEN 326 N. Jefferson Davis Pkwy., 302-9357: www.bayoubeergarden.com The portobello mushroom sandwich features a garlicmarinated mushroom cap, provolone cheese, pesto aioli and red pepper strips on a ciabatta bun. The turkey club wrap is composed of ovenroasted turkey, applewoodsmoked bacon, avocado, lettuce and tomato rolled in a tortilla. No reservations.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

BAYOU HOT WINGS 6221 S. Claiborne Ave., 8659464; www.bayouhotwings.com Creole-style jambalaya is loaded with Gulf shrimp, crawfish and sausage. Signature Bayou Sweet Heat wings are seasoned, fried and tossed in Crystal hot sauce glaze. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

THE BEACH HOUSE BAR & RESTAURANT 2401 N. Woodlawn Ave., Metairie, 456-7470; www.beachhousenola.com The crab cake po-boy features a house-made crab cake and comes dressed with lettuce, tomato, pickles and crawfish cream sauce on Leidenheimer French bread and your choice of a side item. Beach House pasta combines smoked sausage and crawfish tails in cream sauce and is served with salad and bread. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $

BEACHCORNER BAR & GRILL 4905 Canal St., 488-7357; www.beachcornerbarandgrill.com A grilled and marinated 8-ounce chicken breast is topped with cheddar, bacon and ranch dressing for a sandwich. The 10-ounce hickory cheddar burger is topped page 22

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B+W City Diner serves hearty breakfasts to help customers start their day.

The mint-chocolate cupcake is made from brute cocoa powder and Swiss dark chocolate and filled with mint chocolate pastry cream, then frosted with chocolate mint buttercream and a touch of ganache. The salted caramel cupcake is made from Tahitian vanilla batter and filled with salted caramel mousse, then frosted with caramel buttercream and sprinkled with Himalayan sea salt. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

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with house hickory sauce and sharp cheddar and is dressed to order. No reservations.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

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637 N. Carrollton Ave., 324- 8176 Bagels and lox are served in the traditional style with capers, cream cheese and red onions. The Mid-City sandwich is packed with smoked turkey, red onions, spinach, peppers and mustard. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Sun.-Thu. Credit cards. $

BEAR’S GRILL & SPIRITS 550 Gause Blvd., Slidell, (985) 201-8905; 1809 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 674-9090; 3206 Metairie Road, Metairie, 833-9226; www.bearsgrillandspirits.com The Magnum burger is topped with Swiss cheese, grilled ham, grilled onions and homemade barbecue sauce and comes with fries.

The Ferdie salad is made with slow-cooked roast beef, romaine lettuce, smoked ham, red onions, cherry tomatoes, croutons and shredded Swiss cheese. No reservations.

Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

BEAR’S RESTAURANT 128 W. 21st Ave., Covington, (985) 892-2373 The meatball po-boy is made with hand-rolled meatballs and red gravy. The barbecue beef po-boy features slow-cooked beef in house-made barbecue sauce. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and

checks. $

BECK-N-CALL CAFE 534 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 875-9390; www.beckncallcafe.com Pilgrim salad combines mixed greens, red onions, dried cranberries, smoked turkey, blue cheese and walnuts.

Crawfish cakes come with fries and coleslaw. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., brunch Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

BESH STEAK AT HARRAH’S 8 Canal St., 533-6111; www.harrahsneworleans.com The 20-ounce bone-in Kansas City strip is served with blue cheese butter and Abita Amber onion rings. The Louisiana seafood three ways appetizer includes shrimp remoulade, fried oysters with blue cheese dressing and crab maison with caviar. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

BEEF CONNECTION 501 Gretna Blvd., Gretna, 366-3275 Grilled Angus beef filets mignon are served with drawn butter and sides like potatoes au gratin or spinach au gratin.

Salmon is grilled and comes with two sides. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

BEIJING 2222 Clearview Pkwy., Suite B2, Metairie, 885-8881 The Beijing duck is served with hoisin sauce, pancakes, scallions and cucumber.

The Beijing crispy chicken is served with sweet brown sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BENNACHIN 1212 Royal St., 522-1230; www.bennachinrestaurant.com Apricot lamb is baked in ginger and garlic sauce and served with broccoli and couscous. Ndole is a mixture of beef, spinach and ground peanuts in ginger and garlic sauce and is served with fried plantains and coconut rice. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BETSY’S PANCAKE HOUSE 2542 Canal St., 822-0213 Buttermilk pecan pancakes are popular in the morning.

The breakfast special features two eggs, bacon, grits and pancakes. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch Sun.-Fri. Credit cards. $

BIG MOMMA’S CHICKEN AND WAFFLES 5741 Crowder Blvd., 2412548; www.bigmommaschickenandwaffles.com The six-piece combination includes a half dozen chicken wings and a waffle. Hot sausage sandwiches come dressed on sesame seed buns with fries. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

BIG SHIRLEY’S 5222 Elysian Fields Ave., 252-4835 Nicondra’s blackened catfish is pan-seared and comes with two sides. Red beans and rice is served with smoked sausage, Leidenheimer French bread, potato salad or garden salad and a canned

drink. Reservations accepted.

Breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

BISTREAUX 1001 Toulouse St., 5868000; 3838 N. Causeway Blvd., 832-3838; www.maisondepuy.com/bistreaux.html The tomato Napoleon features thick tomato slices stacked with blue cheese and topped with remoulade and black pepper. Barbecue shrimp are served over rice with extra sauce. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BISTRO BYRONZ 1901 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 951-7595; www.bistrobyronz.com.

Beef pot roast is slow-cooked and comes with mashed potatoes and snap beans.

Tuna wasabi salad features sesame-crusted seared tuna, mixed greens, avocado, bell peppers and tomatoes in wasabi vinaigrette. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

BISTRO DAISY 5831 Magazine St., 8996987; www.bistrodaisy.com For an appetizer, there is a salad of Belgian endive, Gala apple and Amish blue cheese dressed with white wine vinaigrette. Pan-roasted porcini mushroom chicken is served with roasted shallot and Parmesan risotto. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

BITTERSWEET CONFECTIONS 725 Magazine St., 523-2626; www.bittersweetconfections.com

The Bang Bang shrimp features crispy shrimp tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce. “Tokyo style” ahi tuna is grilled and served with Asian vegetables, jasmine rice and a choice of sauce. Reservations recommend. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BOO KOO BBQ 3701 Banks St., 202-4741; www.bookoobbq.com Boudin egg rolls are stuffed with pork boudin, blue cheese and cilantro. The barbecue brisket burger is 8 ounces of ground brisket topped with Swiss cheese, barbecued smoked brisket and Boo Koo sauce (a sweet chili garlic aioli). No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily, latenight Thu.-Sat. Cash only. $

BLUE DOT DONUTS

BORGNE

4301 Canal St., 218-4866; www.bluedotdonuts.com The maple-bacon donut is a maple-glazed long John with bacon sprinkled on top. A large apple fritter incorporates chunks of apple chopped into the dough, fried and topped with sugar glaze. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., 613-3860; www.borgnerestaurant.com Duck poppers feature seared duck breast stuffed-pickled jalapenos wrapped in bacon, grilled, and served with cane syrup gastrique. Fish in the bag is local sheepshead cooked en papillote with blue crab butter, caramelized fennel and cherry tomatoes.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BLUE PLATE CAFE 1330 Prytania St., 309-9500 Shrimp and grits is made with jumbo Gulf shrimp, Parmesan, tomato, mushrooms, onions, garlic, parsley and cream and comes with toast on the side.

A tequila-marinated chicken breast is served over cuminseasoned corn, black beans and cilantro. No reservations.

Breakfast Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

BOMBAY CLUB 830 Conti St., 586-0972; www.thebombayclub.com A 16-ounce pork porterhouse is glazed with Steen’s cane syrup and Creole mustard and served with bacon-smothered green beans, Brabant potatoes and fried shallot rings.

Jumbo shrimp are stuffed with eggplant dressing and topped with shrimp and andouille Creole sauce and served over crispy popcorn rice. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

BON TON CAFE 401 Magazine St., 524-3386; www.thebontoncafe.com Lightly seasoned eggplant, Louisiana shrimp and jumbo lump crabmeat etouffee are served over parsley rice.

Oysters Alvin features lightly breaded bivalves served over rice and topped with a sauce made from lemon, beef broth and fresh mushrooms. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$$

BONEFISH GRILL 4848 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 780-9964; www.bonefishgrill.com

BOSCO’S ITALIAN CAFE 2040 Hwy. 59, Mandeville, (985) 624-5066; www.boscositalian.com Oysters Anthony are topped with sauteed prosciutto, garlic and green onions and baked with a crust of Italian breadcrumbs and Romano cheese.

Pan-fried speckled trout is topped with artichoke hearts, fresh mushrooms, crabmeat and lemon-butter cream.

Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

BOSWELL’S JAMAICAN GRILL 3521 Tulane Ave., 482-6600 The Ital plate combines callaloo, rice and peas, plantains, salad and bread. Stir-fried shrimp come with a side of rice and beans. The popular jerk chicken is served with callaloo, rice and peas. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

BOUCHE 840 Tchoupitoulas St., 2677485; www.bouchenola.com A seared duck breast is sliced into medallions, drizzled with balsamic sauce and served with arugula, diced tomatoes and crunchy flat bread. Seared diver scallops are served on a bed of creamy goat cheese and wild mushroom risotto topped with mushroom sauce and accompanied by grilled asparagus.

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Dinner Wed.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

BOUCHERIE 8115 Jeannette St., 862-5514; www.boucherie-nola.com Applewood-smoked scallops are served with roasted beets, watermelon marinated in red wine vinegar and coriander, grilled avocados and goat cheese. Grilled ramp and pimiento cheese-stuffed artichoke is served with spring vegetable pilau. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

BOULIGNY TAVERN 3641 Magazine St., 891-1810; www.boulignytavern.com Gouda beignets are airy puffs of fried cheese and dough.

The bruschetta includes combinations such as roasted fennel, tapenade and lemon zest. No reservations. Dinner and late-night Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

BOURBON HOUSE 144 Bourbon St., 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse.com The plateaux de fruits de mer is a platter featuring a selection of raw oysters on the half-shell, boiled Gulf shrimp, mussels, marinated crab fingers and seasonal seafood salads. Redfish on the half shell is served with new potatoes and glazed red onions and topped with lemon butter.

Reservations recommended.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

BOZO’S RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR

Al fresco dining (indoor seating also is available), a varied menu, generous portions and an engaging staff keep regulars coming back to Cafe Freret.

Reservations accepted. Dinner and late-night Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

BRAZILIAN MARKET & CAFE 2424 Williams Blvd., Suite N, Kenner, 468-3533 Coxinha are deep-fried fritters made with spiced and floured shredded chicken. Feijoada is a traditional black bean and pork stew made with salted pork, smoked pork ribs and smoked sausage and served with collard greens, orange slices and rice sprinkled with tapioca flour (farofa). Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

BREAUX MART Citywide; www.breauxmart.com At the deli counter, crispy fried catfish with sides like mac and cheese or fried okra is a popular special. Monday’s red beans and rice come with a baked or fried pork chop and side items. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

egg, guacamole, and mirliton corn relish. Sesame-crusted paneed rabbit is topped with Creole mustard sauce and comes with mashed potatoes and smothered mustard greens. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

BROOKLYN PIZZERIA

BRAVO! CUCINA ITALIANA 3413 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 828-8828; www.bravoitalian.com Bravo’s surf-and-turf combination includes a 5-ounce filet mignon, grilled shrimp, sauteed spinach, a Romanocrusted tomato, vegetables and Tuscan mashed potatoes.

Mama’s lasagna Bolognese is made with Alfredo and meat sauces. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BRAXTON’S RESTAURANT 636 Franklin Ave., Gretna, 301-3166 Braxton’s is known for gumbo brimming with shrimp, crab, sausage and turkey. Another popular dish is the fried chicken platter with fries, salad, a vegetable and toasted bread.

BRENNAN’S RESTAURANT 417 Royal St., 525-9711; www.brennansneworleans.com Eggs Hussarde top Holland rusks with poached eggs, Canadian bacon, marchand de vin and hollandaise. Signature bananas Foster features bananas sauteed with butter, brown sugar and cinnamon, flamed in banana liquor and rum, and served over vanilla ice cream.

Reservations recommended.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

BRICK OVEN CAFE 2805 Williams Blvd., Kenner, 466-2097; www.brickovencafe.biz The Brick Oven filet is a grilled 10-ounce prime filet served with penne pasta. Grilled Brick Oven chicken is served with green onions, mushrooms and artichoke hearts over angel hair pasta. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BRIGTSEN’S RESTAURANT 723 Dante St., 861-7610; www.brigtsens.com Creole mustard-based remoulade coats Louisiana shrimp served with a deviled

4301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 833-1288; www.eatbrooklyn.net The Boss pizza is topped with Canadian bacon, pepperoni, mushrooms, garlic and extra cheese. The Brooklyn Maui pie is covered with Canadian bacon, pineapple and bell peppers. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

BROOKS SEAHORSE SALOON 1648 Gentilly Blvd., 218-4217 The fried chicken sandwich is dressed with lettuce, onions and pickles. The house burger features an 8-ounce patty cooked to order. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

BROTHERS OLE NEW ORLEANS CAFE 1502 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, 366-1073 New Orleans muffulettas are layered with ham, cotto and Genoa salami, provolone cheese, and olive salad. The Kelly shrimp burger features fried shrimp on a bun dressed with remoulade, Swiss cheese and red onion and served with sweet potato fries and dipping sauce. No reservations.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

BROUSSARD’S RESTAURANT

BUD’S BROILER

819 Conti St., 581-3866; www.broussards.com Louisiana bouillabaisse combines Gulf fish, scallops, oysters, clams and mussels in tomato-saffron broth with crabmeat and rouille croutons.

The restaurant’s charcuterie plate boasts house-made pates, terrines, sausages, cured meats, mango-apple chutney, Dijon mustard and garlic croutons. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$

BRUNO’S TAVERN 7538 Maple St., 861-7615; www.brunostavern.com Debris fries are Creoleseasoned and topped with pepper Jack and cheddar cheeses, bacon, sour cream and green onions. The flaming Bruno burger is an 8-ounce patty cooked and dipped in Crystal hot sauce then smothered with jalapeno and banana peppers and melted pepper Jack cheese. Delivery available. Reservations accepted.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO. 429 Decatur St., 522-5800; www.bubbagump.com Hush pups are deep-fried seafood cakes made with shrimp, mahi-mahi, rice and corn and come with remoulade. Shrimp and crawfish etouffee is served over rice.

Citywide; www.budsbroiler.com The No. 4 special is a charcoal-broiled burger topped with cheddar cheese and chili or hickory smoked sauce. Hot dogs are topped with chili and cheddar cheese. No reservations. Hours vary by location.

Some locations accept credit cards. $

BUFFA’S BAR & RESTAURANT 1001 Esplanade Ave., 949-0038; www.buffasrestaurant.com Steak Delmonico is a flat iron steak po-boy layered with Swiss cheese, mushrooms, onions, and green bell peppers. The blackened Buffa burger is a half-pound patty topped with cheddar cheese and served with fries. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

THE BUFFET AT HARRAH’S 8 Canal St., 533-6000; www.harrahsneworleans.com On Sunday nights, Jonah crab claws are the special and come with melted butter, cocktail sauce or lemon wedges. Snow crab legs are the special on Thursday nights. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

THE BULLDOG 3236 Magazine St., 8911516; 5135 Canal Blvd., 4884191; www.draftfreak.com

Crawfish banditos are two fried flour tortillas filled with crawfish etouffee, cheese and roasted green chilis served with house-made salsa, sour cream and avocado. Grilled tuna is served on a sandwich or salad. No reservations.

Lunch Wed.-Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $

BUSTER’S PLACE 519 E. Boston St., Covington, (985) 809-3880; www.bustersplaceonline.com.

The crawfish pasta features crawfish tails in cream sauce topped with green onions and Parmesan and comes with salad and French bread. Chargrilled oysters are served with lemon-garlic butter and French bread. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

BUTCHER 930 Tchoupitoulas St., 5887675; www.cochonbutcher.com The barbecue pork sandwich features pulled pork in Carolinastyle vinegar-based sauce and is served with coleslaw on a soft roll. House-made beef hot dogs served “all the way” are topped with chili, onion, coleslaw and mustard. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

BYBLOS 1501 Metairie Road, Metairie, 834-9773; 3218 Magazine St., 894-1233; www.byblosrestaurants.com Gyro nachos combine gyro meat, tzatziki, red onion, tomato and feta atop pita chips.

Lamb kebabs are served on platters with hummus and

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3117 21st St., Metairie, 831-8666; www.bozosrestaurant.com The seafood platter combines cornmeal-fried oysters, Gulf shrimp, Des Allemands catfish and a stuffed crab. Broiled Gulf shrimp salad is served on a bed of mixed greens.

Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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4206 Magazine St., 304-6497; www.cestlaviebistro.com Mussels a l’Auvergnate are served with blue cheese sauce and french fries. Pork tenderloin is topped with creamy Dijon sauce and comes with ratatouille and potato au gratin.

Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, 934-4700; www.cafeb.com The hanger steak comes with garlic fries and bearnaise.

Grilled Gulf fish is served with wild mushroom confit, vegetables and aged balsamic vinegar. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

2104 Manhattan Blvd., Suite E, Harvey, 361-0058; www.ditalis.com Pasta Ditali features a chicken breast sauteed with onions, fresh mushrooms and broccoli and served over penne pasta with white wine sauce and Parmesan. The Mediterranean pizza features chicken breast, Roma tomatoes, black olives, artichoke hearts, red onion, roasted red peppers, garlic-butter sauce and feta and mozzarella cheeses. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

CAFE BEIGNET

CAFE DU MONDE

311 Bourbon St., 525-2611; 334 B Royal St., 524-5530; www.cafebeignet.com The Bourbon croissant is a sandwich of tuna, bacon and white cheddar on a toasted croissant with lettuce, tomato and pickles on the side. The Cajun hash browns are made with andouille, potatoes, bell peppers and red onions and served with a scrambled egg and French bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Citywide; www.cafedumonde.com The main reason to go to Cafe du Monde is a trio of airy beignets loaded with powdered sugar. No reservations. Hours vary by location.

Cash only. $

3217 Ridgelake Drive, Metairie, 833-1799 Monday’s traditional red beans and rice come with a choice of pork chop or chicken breast. The softshell crab plate features two crabs, potato salad and hushpuppies. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

CAFE 91 91 French Market Place, 596-2022 Chicken Parmesan features Italian-seasoned chicken over pasta. The Fisherman’s Platter includes shrimp, oysters, calamari, catfish or tilapia, and fries. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

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500 St. Charles Ave., 304-7831; www.cafeatthesquare.com The hamburger steak comes with a potato and vegetable of the day. Crab cakes top a salad of cucumbers, boiled egg and tomato on mixed greens. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

CAFE DITALI’S

CADDYSHACK

300 Poydras St., 595-3305; www.cafeadelaide.com Char-grilled skirt steak is served with lime and chili tomatoes, hand-pulled mozzarella, basil chimichurri and jalapeno pepper jelly. Jumbo seared sea scallops come with beluga lentils, grapefruit, pancetta and brown butter vinaigrette.

Reservations recommended.

Breakfast and dinner daily, lunch Mon.-Fri., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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stuffed with meat and cheeses and simmered in tomato sauce. Crabmeat and spinach cannelloni features fresh pasta filled with creamy spinach and jumbo lump crabmeat with Italian cheese sauce on top. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

2020 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 837-9777; www.byblosrestaurants.com The combo kebab includes chicken, beef and lamb skewered with vegetables.

The chicken shawarma features boneless chicken marinated overnight in aromatic spices then broiled.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

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912 Royal St., 412-8965; www.cafeamelie.com The West Indies spiced pork tenderloin has a mango-pepper glaze and is served with creamed mashed potatoes and wilted baby spinach.

The seared rack of lamb is served over baby arugula and organic cherry tomato salad with cucumber dressing and

CAFE D’CAPPUCCINO 4041 Williams Blvd., Suite B8, Kenner, 443-2299, www. cafedcappuccino.com The club salad has romaine, turkey, ham, cheddar and Swiss cheeses, bacon bits, tomatoes and croutons. The chicken salad sandwich is dressed with lettuce, avocado and tomato on wheat bread and comes with a pickle spear and chips. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

CAFE DEGAS 3127 Esplanade Ave., 9455635; www.cafedegas.com The roasted pork belly is served with creamy organic grits, watercress and pineapple chutney. The 14-ounce bone-in veal chop is served with fingerling potatoes, smoked Vidalia onions and ratatouille made with summer vegetables, fresh basil and garlic. Reservations accepted. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit Cards $$$

CAFE DI BLASI 1801 Stumpf Blvd., Suite 4, Gretna, 361-3106; www.cafediblasi.com Bracioloni is veal round

CAFE EAST 4628 Rye St., Metairie, 888-0078; www.cafeeastnola.com Thai red snapper is panroasted and served with artichokes and potatoes in green curry sauce. The Cafe East trio is a stir-fry combining shrimp, beef, chicken, mushrooms and okra in spicy sauce. Delivery available for dinner. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

CAFE ENVIE 1241 Decatur St., 524-3689; www.cafeenvienola.com The spinach and feta wrap bundles a two-egg omelet with sauteed mushrooms, onions and spinach in a tomato tortilla. Breakfast in a go-cup combines two scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns, grits, sausage and gravy.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

CAFE EQUATOR 2920 Severn Ave., Metairie, 888-4772; www.cafeequator.com Lava beef or pork features sauteed slices of meat in Thai sauce. Ginger tori combines sauteed chicken, mushrooms and vegetables in ginger sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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4072; www.cafeetienne.com Catfish pecan meuniere features a farm-raised fillet dusted in flour, pan-seared and drizzled with pecan meuniere sauce. Fried green tomatoes are topped with spicy poached shrimp and house-made remoulade.

Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

CAFE FLEUR-DE-LIS 307 Chartres St., 529-9641; www.cafefleurdelis.com The fleur de lis omelet combines crawfish tails, pepper Jack cheese, bell peppers and onions and is topped with Cajun crawfish sauce.

Eggs Benedict features a large biscuit topped with sliced ham, poached eggs and hollandaise with a side of hash browns. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch daily.

Credit cards. $

Diners at Byblos often order different things from the menu, then share with each other to experience as many Mediterranean flavors as possible. dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

CAFE MASPERO 601 Decatur St., 523-6250; www.cafemaspero.com Red beans and rice come with sausage. The muffuletta features layers of ham, salami, pastrami, Swiss cheese and olive salad. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

CAFE MINH CAFE FRERET 7329 Freret St., 861-7890; www.cafefreret.com The voodoo burger is a half-pound patty topped with provolone, bacon, sauteed mushrooms and onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles and Creole mayonnaise on a toasted ciabatta bun. The muffuletta features layers of mortadella, ham, provolone, Genoa salami and house-made olive salad.

Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Fri.-Wed., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

4139 Canal St., 482-6266; www.cafeminh.com The watermelon crabmeat martini is made with diced watermelon, Louisiana jumbo lump crabmeat, avocado, jalapenos and cilantro and comes with crispy shrimp chips. Seafood Delight combines grilled lobster tail, diver scallops, jumbo shrimp and grilled vegetables in a sake soy reduction. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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CAFE GRANADA 1506 S. Carrollton Ave., 865-1612; www.cafegranadanola.com The sea scallop brochette features flame-grilled scallops, cherry tomatoes, onions and bell peppers on a rosemary skewer. Seafood paella includes clams, mussels, jumbo shrimp and calamari cooked in seafood broth with saffron rice. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

800 Navarre Ave., 483-8828 The spinach artichoke panino is made with feta, mozzarella and tomatoes on sourdough and served with chips, fries or sweet potato fries. The sausage jalapeno Benedict piles poached eggs, jalapenos and sausage on English muffins with hollandaise and comes with grits or hash browns. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Wed.-Mon., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

CAFE NOMA New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, 482-1264; www. cafenoma.com The beet and arugula salad is mixed with pickled carrots and fennel. The pepper-coated chicken slider is topped with apple-pear chutney and goat cheese. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

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3051 E. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, (985) 624-9007; www.cafelynn.com Baked eggplant is stuffed with shrimp, crabmeat, sauteed vegetables, Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. Panseared quail is served with demi-glace, vegetables and potatoes. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri.,

541 Bourbon St., 648-2331; www.innonbourbon.com New Orleans bouillabaisse fills spicy Cajun broth with crawfish, sea scallops, oysters and shrimp and is served with rouille croutons and steamed potatoes. Roasted lamb chops are coated with goat cheese and persillade crumbs and served with rosemary

CAFE PONTALBA 546 St. Peter St., 522-1180 The Cajun combination features red beans and rice with smoked sausage, jambalaya and a cup of gumbo. Ragin’ Cajun pasta includes shrimp, crawfish and andouille in spicy cream sauce. No reservations.

Breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Blvd., 568-1157; www.cafereconcile.org White beans and shrimp are served over rice in creamy white sauce spiced with thyme and black, white and cayenne peppers. Eggplant Jennifer is eggplant stuffed with shrimp and breadcrumbs, topped with Parmesan cheese and served with sides like mac and cheese, smothered okra and jalapeno cornbread.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

CAFE ROMA CAFE RALPHIE 5024 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 889-7770; www.caferalphie.com The Ralphie burger is a 7-ounce Angus chuck patty on French bread toasted with a sauce of Parmesan, garlic, oregano, beer and mayo. Optional toppings include bacon, guacamole and jalapenos.

Grilled salmon is served over mixed greens with avocado, tomato, basil, Romano cheese and roasted garlic vinaigrette.

Reservations for large parties.

Breakfast and lunch Tue.Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

CAFE RANI 2917 Magazine St., 8952500; www.caferanimagazine.com Grilled redfish Chandeleur is topped with citrus shrimp and cream sauce. The Jamaican Jerk salad consists of chicken breast over spinach, apples, grapes, walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes and blue cheese and tossed with pepper jelly vinaigrette. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

CAFE RECONCILE 1631 Oretha Castle Haley

1901 Sophie Wright Place, 524-2419; www.caferomauptown.com The Roma special sandwich is an Italian loaf filled with pepperoni, salami, ham, cheese, black olives and mushrooms.

Chicken Caesar salad is tossed with house-made Caesar dressing. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

CAFE ROSE NICAUD 632 Frenchmen St., 949-3300; www.caferosenicaud.com The herb-roasted portobello mushroom sandwich is made with tapenade, provolone and arugula on ciabatta bread. The alligator sausage sandwich has caramelized onions, lettuce, tomatoes and mustard on brioche. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CAFE ROYALE 3343 Metairie Road, Suite 1, Metairie, 304-8438; www.caferoyale.vpweb.com The Philly Gentilly panino features ham, roast beef, onions and mushrooms with a choice of dressing. The Hawaiian chicken salad tosses together grilled chicken, pineapple,

peppers, onions and cheese.

No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

CAFE SOULE 720 St. Louis St., 304-4636; www.cafesoule.com Salad crevette features sauteed Louisiana shrimp, carrots, red onions and julienne peppers on spring greens. The crepe de fraises et creme is filled with sliced strawberries and creme anglaise. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

CAFFE! CAFFE! 3547 N. Hullen St., Metairie, 267-9190; 4301 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, 885-4845; www.caffecaffe.com The avocado salad features Gorgonzola, walnuts, orange slices and red onions mixed with mango vinaigrette. The chipotle chicken wrap contains grilled chicken, Swiss cheese, crispy lettuce and house-made chipotle sauce in a whole wheat or spinach wrap. No reservations.

Clearview Parkway: lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Fri. North Hullen Street: breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

CAFFE LATTE DA 5860 Citrus Blvd., Harahan, 8180051; www.caffelatteda.com The avocado salad is a mixture of field greens, sugared walnuts, alfalfa sprouts, orange slices, blue cheese and red onions. The California turkey wrap features avocado, spring mix and tomatoes on a sun-dried tomato tortilla. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards and checks. $

CAJUN GRILL & BAR 2325 N. Hullen St., Suite 100, Metairie, 206-3575; www.cajungrillandbar.com The New Orleans sampler provides portions of jambalaya, red beans and rice, shrimp Creole, gumbo and fried catfish. The Super Seafood platter combines fried fish, shrimp, oysters and soft-shell crab, stuffed shrimp, salad, fries and a vegetable.

Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $

CAJUN MIKE’S PUB AND GRUB 116 Baronne St., 566-0055; www.cajunmikes.com The Cuban skirt steak sandwich is pressed with Swiss cheese and Ragin’ Cajun sauce. The fried catfish poboy can be paired with fries or onion rings. No reservations.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

CAMELLIA CAFE 525 Hwy. 190 W., Slidell, (985) 649-6211; 69455 Hwy. 59, Abita Springs, (985) 809-6313; www.thecamelliacafe.com The chef’s salad comes loaded with turkey, cheese, tomatoes and bacon. The seafood pasta combines rotini noodles with shrimp and crawfish cream sauce. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

CAMELLIA GRILL 540 Chartres St., 522-1800; 626 S. Carrollton Ave., 309- 2679 The chef’s special omelet combines turkey, bacon, ham, potato, onions, Swiss and American cheeses and is topped with chili and served with hash browns or fries. page 31

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117 Decatur St., 529-2154; www.cafegiovanni.com Giovanni’s cannelloni is stuffed with pork, veal, beef, cheese, eggplant and pine nuts.

Chicken a la Roma is a chicken breast stuffed with Italian sausage, spinach and fontina and topped with rustic-style roasted tomato sauce. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

reduction, potato gratin and ratatouille. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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Specialty Cocktails

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Champagne Tchouptail

Apple Barrel

St Germain Liqueur, Orange Bitters & Champagne w/ an Orange Twist

Gosling’s Black Seal Rum, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Apple Bitters & a Dash of Simple Syrup, Served on the rocks w/ a Cinnamon Stick

Buffalo Soldier

LUNCH HOURS TUE-FRI 11AM-2PM

DINNER HOURS MON-THU 5:30-10PM FRI-SAT 5:30-10:30PM

Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Lemoncello, Creme de Cassis & Orange Bitters Shaken.

Topped w/ an Orange Twist

Patio Sipper Muddled Cucumber, Lime & Cilantro w/ Pimm’s & Aviation Gin;Vigorously Shaken & served up or on the rocks

Caribbean Sour Rye Whiskey, Lemon Juice, House Made Ginger Syrup & Mole Bitters w/ Gosling’s Dark Rum Floater & an Oranger Twist

Chocolate Dreamsicle Martini Mole Bitters, Stoli Vodka & Mathilde Orange Liqueur vigorously shaken & served up

Orange-Ginger Margarita Siembra Azul Blanco Tequila, House Made Ginger Syrup, Orange Bitters & Fresh Lime Juice, served on the rocks

Pineapple Ginjito Muddled Mint, Lime & Simple Syrup topped w/ ice, Aviation Gin, a Splash of Pineapple Juice & a Club Soda Topper

Creole Queen Muddled Lemon Juice, Jalapeño & Agave Nectar w/ Siembra Azul Blanco Tequila, served over ice w/ a Champagne Topper

Berry Bomb Blackberry & Raspberry Infused Stoli Vodka & Triple Sec Vigorously Shaken, served up w/ a “Berry Bomb”

Strawberry Mojito Muddled & Macerated Strawberries, Fresh Mint & Lime Juice w/ Old New Orleans Crystal Rum & a Club Soda Topper

The International W.L.Weller Bourbon, Cointreau & Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur Topped w/ Orange Spice Tea. Served on the rocks w/ a Lemon Squeeze

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Doc Brinker’s special is a double-meat cheeseburger topped with American and Swiss cheeses and grilled onions on rye bread and served with coleslaw and chili. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

CAMPBELL’S COFFEE & TEA 516 S. Tyler St., Covington, (985) 246-6992; www.campbellscoffee.com Campbell’s serves Columbia Street Market sandwiches like tuna salad with cheddar and avocado on wheatberry bread. Turkey and cranberry salad comes on ciabatta bread. No reservations. Breakfast Mon.-Sat., lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

CANAL STREET BISTRO 3903 Canal St., 482-1225; www.canalstreetbistro.com The Canal Street two-egg omelet combines chorizo, potatoes, spinach, caramelized onions, Swiss cheese and bacon and comes with grits or potatoes and whole grain toast or a biscuit.

The chipotle steak is a 9-ounce filet stuffed with grilled chipotle peppers, topped with chipotle tomato sauce and served on an open-faced quesadilla with wilted spinach on the side.

Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Mon., dinner Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

The hand-cut veal Sorrentina is sauteed with eggplant and prosciutto and topped with fresh mozzarella in white wine sauce and served with vegetables.

Grouper Leonora features a pan-roasted fillet topped with Louisiana shrimp, artichokes and mushrooms in light lemon-butter sauce.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

CARMO 527 Julia St., 875-4132; www.cafecarmo.com The rico is a grilled plantain patty topped with melted panela cheese, spicy pork, salsa fresca, avocado and tangy sweet rico sauce. The Esmeralda salad features quinoa, black beans, corn, peppers and cilantro tossed with coconut-chili-lime vinaigrette and topped with toasted pumpkin seeds and cotija cheese. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

CAYOUDLE’S 10367 Airline Hwy., St. Rose, 466-8813 The Cajun Cuban sandwich combines ham, turkey, salami and Cajun-style slow-roasted pork on an 8-inch toasted French roll.

The bayou beef sandwich is dressed with bacon, jalapenos and melted Swiss cheese. No reservations.

Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

CENTRAL GROCERY

1519 Metairie Road, Metairie, 835-5979; 3135 Esplanade Ave., 322-2595; 5217 Elysian Fields Ave., 218-7048; www.cansecosmarkets.com The Cuban sandwich is loaded with roasted pork and ham and is pressed until it is crispy. The fried shrimp po-boy also is popular. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards and checks. $

923 Decatur St., 523-1620; www.centralgroceryneworleans.com This Italian grocery serves its famous muffuletta on a half or whole loaf. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

CAPDEVILLE 520 Capdeville St., 371-5161; www.capdevillenola.com The strawberry salad combines local strawberries, spinach, mint, goat cheese and pecans in strawberry vinaigrette. Oysters Rockefeller etouffee is made with local oysters, bacon and shrimp rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat. Credit cards. $$

CARMELO RISTORANTE 1901 Hwy. 190, Suite 7, Mandeville, (985) 624-4844; www.ristorantecarmelo.com

CHAD’S BISTRO 3216 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 838-9935; www.chadsbistro.com The seafood Napoleon layers crabmeat between fried eggplant medallions on a bed of angel hair pasta topped with shrimp au gratin. Artichoke cakes are pan-seared seasoned artichoke hearts topped with crabmeat and bacon-Parmesan sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

CHARLIE’S SEAFOOD 8311 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, 737-3700; www.charliesseafoodrestaurant.com Mustard-and-cornmeal fried catfish is served over cheddar cheese stoneground grits and is topped with Creole sauce. The

CHARLIE’S STEAK HOUSE 4510 Dryades St., 8959323; www.charliessteakhousenola.com The wedge salad features iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, shaved onions and a house blue cheese dressing.

The Charlie is a 32-ounce thick-cut T-bone served on a sizzling hot platter. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

CHATEAU CAFE 139 Robert E. Lee Blvd., 286-1777; 701 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, 461-9819; 3501 Chateau Blvd., Suite E4, Kenner, 465-9444; www.chateaucafe.com The Chateau burger is a grilled 8-ounce lean beef patty dressed and served on an onion bun. The Cali melt is made with smoked turkey, melted Swiss cheese, avocado and honey-mustard on grilled whole wheat bread.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

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CHATEAU DU LAC BISTRO 2037 Metairie Road, Metairie, 831-3773; www.chateaudulacbistro.com Pan-roasted sea scallops are topped with fennel and shrimp sauce. The steak au poivre filet mignon comes with vegetables and french fries. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

CHECKERED PARROT 133 Royal St., 592-1270; www.checkeredparrot.com Cream cheese-stuffed jalapenos are deep fried and served with ranch and marinara sauce. The Buffalo chicken sandwich is a fried chicken breast tossed in a choice of hot, medium or mild sauce and served with salad, fries, yellow rice or chips. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CHECKPOINT CHARLIE 501 Esplanade Ave., 281- 4847 The grilled chicken breast sandwich is served on a bun. The garden burger is seasoned with Cajun spices and comes with fries or potato tots. No reservations.

Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

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grilled fish comes with shrimp and crabmeat bordelaise. No reservations.

Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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SUMMER ESSENTIALS EXPANDED ORGANIC SECTION Offering a larger variety of certified organic fruits & vegetables. Great for salad & refreshing summertime recipes

HAND CUT USDA CHOICE MEATS Get everything you need for firing up the grill. We offer the finest selection of hand cut, freshly prepared USDA choice beef, pork, poultry & seafood.

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Cool, fresh sushi makes a delicious meal when the weather heats up. Ask about party platters for a group get together.

HEALTHY DAILY SPECIALS New in-house recipes for picking up lighter, healthier meals. Perfect for when you don’t have time to cook or to bring to your next BBQ.

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ington, (985) 875-9793 The cheese steak deluxe features grilled sirloin, onions, peppers, mushrooms and provolone on a seeded French loaf. Bistro eggs Benedict rest poached eggs atop grilled English muffins or French bread with ham and hollandaise and come with grits or a hash brown casserole. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

CHERRYBERRY FROZEN YOGURT & SHAVED ICE 1901 N. Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 231-7606; 1950 Manhattan Blvd., Suite 110, Harvey, 267-4764; 3348 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 322-2118; www.cherryberryyogurt.com Snow Ice is light and fluffy flavored ice topped with fruit and drizzled with condensed milk. The banana split features three flavors of yogurt topped with nuts, sauce, whipped cream and cherries.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

brown sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CHOPHOUSE NEW ORLEANS 322 Magazine St., 5227902; www.chophousenola.com The marbled 22-ounce bone-in rib-eye is cooked to order. Cold-water lobsters are broiled and served with drawn butter. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$

CHRISTOPHER’S ON CAREY 2228 Carey St., Slidell, (985) 641-4501; www.christophersoncarey.com Pan-seared speckled trout is served either amandine or meuniere style with brabant new and sweet potato hash and green beans. The shrimp remoulade Napoleon features layers of heirloom green tomatoes, flash-fried eggplant and Gulf shrimp remoulade. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.Fri., dinner Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

CHIBA 8312 Oak St., 826-9119; www.chiba-nola.com The satsuma-strawberry roll combines yellowtail, pickled jalapenos, mango and tempura flakes and is topped with scallops, strawberries, wasabi tobiko and satsumaponzu sauce. The New York strip is marinated in soy and mirin. Reservations accepted. Lunch Thu.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

CHURROS CAFE 3100 Kingman St., Suite 104, Metairie, 885-6516 The namesake churro is a sweet, fried dough stick, Cuba’s version of the beignet. The ropa viejo features shredded beef simmered in red gravy and served with white rice and black beans.

No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

CIRO’S COTE SUD CHICKEN SUE’S

CHINA ORCHID 702 S. Carrollton Ave., 8651428; www.chinaorchidneworleans.com Sizzling black pepper beef is sauteed with onions and red and green peppers in brown sauce and served over rice.

Lightly battered fried fish is topped with sweet-andspicy sauce and served with steamed broccoli and shrimp fried rice. Delivery available.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

CHINA ROSE 3501 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie, 887-3295 Dumplings are pan fried and crisped with egg. The China Rose special is a marinated half duck sauteed with bell peppers and served with

7918 Maple St., 866-9551; www.cotesudrestaurant.com Cotes d’Agneau grillees aux herbs de Provence is a grilled rack of lamb with Provencal herbs and vegetables. Les moules frites is a large bowl of steamed mussels served with pommes frites and a choice of marinieres, curry, Provencal or blue cheese sauce. Delivery available.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner daily. Cash and checks. $$

CITY DINER 3116 S. I-10 Service Road East, Metairie, 831-1030; 5708 Citrus Blvd., Harahan, 309-7614; 7801 Airline Drive, Metairie, 941-7002; www.citydiner.biz Country-fried steak topped with gravy comes with two sides such as crawfish cornbread casserole or jambalaya. Crawfish and andouille hash browns are topped with Cajun cream sauce.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

CLANCY’S 6100 Annunciation St., 895-1111; www.clancysneworleans.com

CLEOPATRA MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE 2701 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, 361-1113; www.cleopatramediterraneancuisine.com The sayadia samak features tilapia or shrimp marinated in herbs, lemon and garlic, then sauteed with vegetables and served with rice. The baby lamb shank is cooked in tomato sauce with vegetables and served with couscous or pasta. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

CLOVER GRILL 900 Bourbon St., 598-1010; www.clovergrill.com The open-faced biscuit comes smothered in country gravy. Battered chickenfried steak comes with two eggs, toast and hash browns or grits. No reservations.

Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

COCHON 930 Tchoupitoulas St., 588-2123; www.cochonrestaurant.com The Louisiana cochon is pork served with turnips, cabbage and cracklings. Braised country-style ribs are served with brown rice, pickled mushrooms and beets.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

COFFEE RANI 234 Lee Lane, Covington, (985) 893-6158; 3510 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 674-0560; www.coffeerani.com Spinach and artichoke dip is topped with Parmesan and tomatoes and served with warm pita chips. The black bean burger is a bean and corn patty on a wheat bun with grilled zucchini and eggplant, roasted red peppers, red onions, avocado, lettuce, tomato, cheddar, provolone and pepper Jack cheeses and chipotle mayo. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $

COLD STONE CREAMERY 624 S. Carrollton Ave., 2188900; 1130 S. Clearview Pkwy., Elmwood, 736-5037; 70380 Hwy. 21, Covington (985) 871-1470; www.coldstonecreamery.com The Brownie a la Cold Stone features a warm brownie with page 35

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203 W. Harrison Ave., 371-5546 The City Park po-boy combines roast beef and creamy baked mac and cheese topped with brown gravy. The Soprano is a fried eggplant po-boy with marinara and melted provolone. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Pan-roasted chicken Tchoupitoulas is a deboned half chicken fried crispy and served on a bed of root vegetables with a mushroom au jus. The smoked soft-shell crab is served with crabmeat and a meuniere sauce.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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For nearly 300 years, New Orleans has been home to a dynamic regional cuisine, blending influences from Spain, France, Italy, Africa and beyond. Today, Creole cuisine has a new home — Criollo Restaurant & Lounge in the French Quarter’s historic Hotel Monteleone.

Chef Joe Maynard has created a bold, inventive menu inspired by the city’s legendary culinary heritage, yet with an appreciation for contemporary tastes. And each dish is prepared with regional bounty from both farm and sea. Creole doesn’t get any fresher than this.

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vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, caramel, pecans and whipped cream. The Birthday Cake Remix combines cake batter ice cream, fudge, rainbow sprinkles and a brownie. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

THE COLUMNS — ALBERTINE’S TEA ROOM 3811 St. Charles Ave., 8999308; www.thecolumns.com Crawfish Monica macaroni is made with penne pasta, sauteed crawfish and spicy Alfredo sauce. The Rock Cornish hen is stuffed with wild rice. No reservations.

Breakfast daily, lunch Tue.Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

COMMANDER’S PALACE 1403 Washington Ave., 899-8221; www.commanderspalace.com Fire roasted Texas quail is stuffed with crawfish, pepper Jack cheese and boudin and served over pork belly braised greens, spicy red pepper jelly and steamed sugar cane glaze. Pecan-crusted Gulf fish is topped with Champagnepoached Louisiana blue crabmeat, crushed corn sauce and spiced pecans. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

COMMON GROUNDS

THE COMPANY BURGER 4600 Freret St., 267-0320; www.thecompanyburger.com The house specialty at this burger joint is the namesake Company Burger, assembled with two patties, bread-andbutter pickles, American cheese and red onions. The lamb burger is made with house-ground lamb, local feta and arugula, and chili-mint glaze on a toasted bun. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

COOTER BROWN’S TAVERN 509 S. Carrollton Ave., 8669104; www.cooterbrowns.com The Radiators special sandwich includes shrimp, oysters and a combination of cheeses on French bread.

The Bayou Philly combines alligator sausage, shrimp, peppers, onions and pepper Jack and American cheeses on open-faced French bread.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

COPELAND’S citywide; www.copelandsofneworleans.com Jambalaya pasta combines shrimp, chicken, andouille, smoked sausage, mushrooms, peppers and bowtie pasta in spicy jambalaya sauce.

Shrimp Ducky features strips of duck breast sauteed in burgundy-mushroom sauce over rice or linguine. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

COPELAND’S CHEESECAKE BISTRO 2001 St. Charles Ave., 593-9955; 4517 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 454-7620; www.copelandscheesecakebistro.com Blackened shrimp fettuccine Alfredo is topped with shaved Parmesan and served in an herb-cheese pizza bowl. The cheesecake menu includes white chocolate-strawberry cheesecake. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

COPPER MONKEY BAR & GRILL 725 Conti St., 527-0869 The peanut butter burger is a half pound sirloin patty served with a side of fries. The filet mignon comes with mashed potatoes or fries and a house or Caesar salad. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $$

COOP’S PLACE

COQUETTE

1109 Decatur St., 525-9053; www.coopsplace.net Hearty rabbit and sausage jambalaya is made with tomatoes, onion, bell pepper and Cajun seasonings. Smoked duck quesadillas come with orange marmalade. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

2800 Magazine St., 265- 0421; www.coquettenola.com Soft-shell crab with pork belly is garnished with ramp kimchi.

Cochon du lait is served with sweet potato puree, Brussels sprouts and apple marmalade.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

CORKY’S RIBS & BAR-B-Q 4243 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 887-5000; www.corkysbarbq.com Memphis-style ribs are either basted in sauce or dusted with dry rub, then hickory-smoked.

Pulled pork shoulder comes with beans and coleslaw and is topped with Corky’s sauce.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CORNER CAFE 3316 Green Acres Road, Metairie, 454-1008 Catfish is stuffed with crabmeat dressing and topped with shrimp sauce. The seafood platter for two includes two cups of gumbo, two salads, stuffed jalapeno poppers, onion rings, crab balls, hushpuppies, shrimp, oysters, catfish, shrimp and two baby soft-shell crabs. Reservations accepted. Breakfast Tue.Sun., lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

CORNER OYSTER BAR 500 St. Peter St., 522-2999; www.corneroysterhouse.com The crawfish-chicken “homerun” is a chicken breast topped with crawfish, mushrooms and peppers served over rice.

Zesty alligator sauce piquant is served over rice. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $$

COSCINO’S PIZZA ITALIAN RESTAURANT 1817 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 727-4984; www.coscinospizza.com The appetizer sampler features chicken wings and strips, eggplant and mozzarella sticks and garlic

bread. House-made lasagna uses Italian sausage, ground beef, ricotta and whole milk mozzarella cheese.

Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

COULIS 3625 Prytania St., 304-4265 Eggs Benicio features jalapeno-cheddar corn cakes topped with pulled pork, poached eggs and hollandaise. The Coulis crispy is a grilled Cuban sandwich combining pulled pork, smoked ham, pickles, Gruyere cheese, mustard and chipotle mayonnaise on sourdough bread and is served with coleslaw.

No reservations. Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

THE COUNTRY CLUB 634 Louisa St., 945-0742; www.thecountryclubneworleans.com Shredded cochon de lait is served with pan-roasted apples, mashed potatoes, cracklings and apple and pork jus. The fried green tomato napoleon is layered with marinated mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, red onion and basil and served on arugula-pecan pesto with a drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

COUNTRY FLAME 620 Iberville St., 522-1138 The ropa viejo is a traditional Cuban version of stewed shredded beef over rice. The classic Cuban sandwich features pressed ham, roasted pork and cheese. Delivery available. Reservations ac-

cepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

COURT OF TWO SISTERS 613 Royal St., 522-7261; www.courtoftwosisters.com Oysters Rockefeller features corn-fried Louisiana oysters served over baked Herbsaint creamed spinach with chopped bacon and bearnaise. The veal Oscar tops veal cutlets with asparagus, sauteed lump crabmeat and tasso hollandaise and comes with mashed new potatoes.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch, dinner and brunch daily. Credit cards. $$$

COURTYARD GRILL 4430 Magazine St., 8754165; www.courtyardgrillnola.com One appetizer comes with layers of sliced eggplant and baba ghanoush topped with sauteed onions, fresh garlic, chopped tomatoes, mint and kalamata olives. For a taste of Persian cuisine, try zereshk polo, a dish of chicken with saffron sauce over basmati rice made with cranberry and barberries. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

COWBELL 8801 Oak St., 298-8689; www.cowbell-nola.com Grilled Gulf fish tacos are served with black beans, arroz verde and cilantro-lime crema.

The Lawrence fish burger is a patty of redfish and Gulf shrimp topped with remoulade and served with fries. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

CRABBY JACK’S 428 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson, 833-2722 Remoulade tops the fried green tomato po-boy on Gendusa’s French bread.

Slow-roasted duck po-boys are served dressed and dripping with gravy. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

CRAZY JOHNNIE’S STEAKHOUSE 3520 18th St., Metairie, 8876641; www.crazyjohnnies.net The 12-ounce New York strip is topped with bordelaise and served with mashed skin-on red potatoes. The grilled 8-ounce ahi tuna steak is served with wild rice. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

THE CREOLE CREAMERY 4924 Prytania St., 894-8680; 6260 Vicksburg St., 482-2924; www.creolecreamery.com A popular summer flavor is golden summer fig, combining saffron ice cream, orange blossom honey and Louisiana fig preserves. Nectar soda is a traditional New Orleans float mixing almond and vanilla flavored nectar syrup with cream and a scoop of ice cream such as vanilla or Creole cream cheese.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Cash only. $

THE CREOLE GRILLE & BAR 5241 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 889-7992; www.thecreolegrille.com The grilled pompano fillet is topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and white winelemon-butter sauce and served with steamed vegetables. page 37

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335 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, 227-2200 Lightly fried crab cakes are served with honey-mustard sauce or remoulade. Get a seared or grilled tuna steak with ginger butter, french fries and sauteed vegetables.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Mickey Brocato offers customers a couple of the frozen treats that have made Angelo Brocato a favorite dessert spot for more than 100 years.

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Complete menu available online: www.fivehappiness.com CHEF’S SPECIALTIES

LUNCH MENU

SIZZLING JUMBO SHRIMP – plump gulf shrimp sautéed with fresh

SWEET & SOUR PORK OR CHICKEN

CRISPY GINGER SHRIMP – chef’s own sweet ginger sauce over light

SHREDDED PORK IN HOT GARLIC SAUCE

FISH FILET WITH CHEF’S SPECIAL SAUCE – light battered Tilapia

TWICE COOKED PORK

mushroom, baby corn, and snow peas.

battered plump gulf shrimps.

with fresh vegetables top with chef’s own blend of ginger, garlic and scallion sauce.

ASPARAGUS SAUTÉED WITH SHRIMP/CHICKEN. CRISPY BEEF WITH BLACK PEPPER AND ONION – crispy beef in

seasoned black pepper and onion.

JUMBO SCALLOP WITH ASPARAGUS AND BABY CORN.

MOO GOO GAI PAN HUNAN CHICKEN

COMBINATION OF CHICKEN, BEEF AND SHRIMP WITH VEGETABLES

MONGOLIAN BEEF

COCONUT SHRIMP WITH SWEET AND SOUR HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE (appetizer)

PEPPER SHRIMP IN BLACK BEAN SAUCE

PEPPER STEAK

CHICKEN ALMOND CRUST WITH LEMON SAUCE – lemon sauce

over chicken breast with crusted almond slices.

SHRIMP IN LOBSTER SAUCE

SHRIMP EGG FOO YOUNG

BEEF W/ HOT GARLIC SAUCE

SALT AND PEPPER FRIED CALAMARI (appetizer)

SHRIMP IN HOT GARLIC SAUCE

SLICED CHICKEN HOT GARLIC SAUCE

STUFFED CHINESE EGGPLANT – Chinese eggplant stuffed with

grounded shrimp and pork with brown sauce.

HUNAN SHRIMP

HUNAN BEEF

VEGETARIAN DELIGHT

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Andouille-crusted oysters are served with mixed greens and Crystal-honey-butter sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

CREPES A LA CART 1039 Broadway St., 8662362; www.crepecaterer.com Chicken Cordon Bleu features chicken, ham, white asparagus, Swiss cheese and hollandaise sauce in a house-made crepe. The Heavenly Chocolate Delight crepe is filled with Nutella or chocolate chips, angel food cake and Bailey’s Irish Cream. Delivery available.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

CRESCENT CITY BREWHOUSE 527 Decatur St., 5220571; www.crescentcitybrewhouse.com The seafood cheesecake made with crawfish, shrimp and imported cheeses is topped with Louisiana crabmeat, jumbo shrimp and roasted red pepper mayo.

Gulf grouper is served with naan bread, avocado, tomato, carrots, cilantro, cucumbers, cabbage, poblano peppers, mango mayo and sweet potato fries. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

CRESCENT CITY STEAK HOUSE

CRESCENT PIE AND SAUSAGE COMPANY 4400 Banks St., 4822426; www.crescentpieandsausage.com The duck and Brie pizza includes smoked mushrooms and truffle aioli.

Bart’s black jambalaya is made with braised pork, chicken, sausage and blackeyed peas. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

CRIOLLO RESTAURANT & LOUNGE Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., 681-4444; www.criollonola.com Currently open for breakfast, Criollo will start serving lunch and dinner in June.

The menu will include

CROISSANT D’OR 617 Ursulines Ave., 5244663; www.crossaintdornola.com Almond croissants are buttery, flaky pastries filled with almond paste and topped with almond slices. The broccoli and ham bechamel is a warm sandwich with bechamel sauce and melted cheese. No reservations.

Breakfast Wed.-Mon., lunch Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $

CRYSTAL ROOM AT LE PAVILLON 833 Poydras St., 6208899; www.lepavillon.com Herbsaint oysters are fried and served over grilled tomatoes with tasso and spinach cream. Baby rack of lamb is served with almondmint pesto, a vegetable and a starch. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

CUCOS 2766 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, 393-7766; 5048 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 454-5005; www.cucosmex.com The large fajita burrito includes steak or grilled chicken, beans, rice, sauce and peppers. The El Presidente platter includes chimipoquitos, enchiladas, a taco, beans, rice and guacamole.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CURE 4905 Freret St., 302-2357; www.curenola.com The roast pork and caramelized onion Frito pie features pork ragout, caramelized onions, Antiga sheep’s milk cheese and fresh ramps on a bed of Fritos. The truffle butter poached shrimp is served with cassoulet puree, roasted tomatoes and toast.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

D’JUICE 8237 Oak St., 324-9933; www.d-juice.com The It’s Not Easy Being Green smoothie combines frozen mango, peach and banana with vegetable juice made with kale, spinach, cucumber, bell pepper and green apple. The Thai-phoon is a blend of cranberry, pomegranate, orange and mango juices with orange

and raspberry sherbert and frozen peaches, blueberries and strawberries. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

DAISY DUKES 121 Chartres St., 561-5171; www.daisydukesrestaurant.com Hot and spicy boiled crawfish are available all-you-caneat or by the pound all year around. The Cajun omelet combines cheese, hot sausage, tomatoes, onion, parsley, paprika and cracked pepper and is served with hash browns or grits and toast or a biscuit. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily.

Credit cards. $

DAKOTA 629 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 892-3712; www.thedakotarestaurant.com Signature Brie soup is topped with crabmeat.

Steen’s cane syrup lacquered duck comes atop a buttermilk cornmeal waffle with spring peas, carrots, creme fraiche and strawberry jam. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$$

DANTE’S KITCHEN 736 Dante St., 861-3121; www.danteskitchen.com “Roasted chicken under a brick” features half a deboned bird served with maple glaze. Redfish “on the half shell” is cooked skin-on and topped with a salad of soft herbs and crabmeat.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Wed.-Mon., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

DAT DOG 5030 Freret St., 899-6883; www.datdognola.com The Irish Guinness sausage is pork bratwurst made with Guinness beer served with andouille sauce, cheddar cheese, white and green onions, yellow mustard and bacon on a toasted sourdough bun. German-style bratwurst is topped with a choice of grated cheddar, diced onions, wasabi, sauerkraut or house-made chili.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Cash only. $

DE-NO SEAFOOD 505 Gretna Blvd., Suite 15, Gretna, 362-4608 Blackened redfish is topped with lump crabmeat and drizzled with butter sauce.

Char-broiled oysters on the half shell are topped with garlic, Parmesan and butter, and crabmeat is an optional addition. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

DEANIE’S SEAFOOD

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1001 N. Broad St., 821-3271; www.crescentcitysteaks.com The 10-ounce filet mignon wrapped in bacon is served sizzling in butter. Bread pudding comes loaded with raisins and peaches and topped with brandy sauce.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Tue.-Fri. and Sun., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

chilled Gulf shrimp, blue crab and avocado in spicy tomato coulis and herb oil. Grilled grouper will be topped with grilled hearts of palm, black bean-avocado salad, charred papaya and Creole maitre d’ butter.

Reservations recommended.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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831-4141; www.deanies.com The Creole spinach salad is topped with fried oysters, bacon, egg, red onion and Creole honey-mustard dressing. The stuffed flounder has crabmeat dressing sandwiched between two broiled fillets and comes with salad and a baked potato. No reservations. Lake Avenue: Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Iberville Street: Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

DEJA VU RESTAURANT & BAR 400 Dauphine St., 523-1931; www.dejavunola.com The seafood platter features fried catfish, shrimp, oysters and crawfish. Half-pound char-grilled burgers are topped with two strips of bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

THE DELACHAISE 3442 St. Charles Ave., 8950858; www.thedelachaise.com Eggplant cannolis features slices of eggplant layered with a mix of ricotta, chevre and herbs, topped with muhammara, a Syrian red-pepper sauce.

The flank steak bruschetta features grilled marinated beef, shaved manchego cheese and Peruvian garlic spread on ciabatta crostini. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $

DESIRE BISTRO & OYSTER BAR

DICK AND JENNY’S 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., 8949880; www.dickandjennys.com Maui onion- and potato chipcrusted flounder is served with sauteed spinach, chipotle aioli and peppers stuffed with black beans, corn, cilantro and pepper Jack cheese. Stuffed pork tenderloin features pine nuts, basil and goat cheese with warm balsamic sauce.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$$

DICKIE BRENNAN’S STEAKHOUSE 716 Iberville St., 522-2467; www.dickiebrennanssteakhouse.com The house filet is an 8-ounce steak served with creamed spinach, Pontalba potatoes, fried oysters and bearnaise.

The 14-ounce barbecued rib-eye is grilled over an open flame, topped with Abita beer

barbecue shrimp and served with garlic mashed potatoes.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

DICRISTINA’S 810 N. Columbia St., Suite C, Covington, (985) 875-0160; www.dicristinas.com Soft-shell crab Emily features a fried soft-shell crab over angel hair pasta with crawfish cream sauce. Grilled shrimp are served with cheese ravioli in Alfredo sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

DIJON 1379 Annunciation St., 5224712: www.dijonnola.com Lump crabmeat in phyllo pastry is topped with grilled red onion vinaigrette. Pecan wood-smoked alligator goes in egg rolls with garlic, onion and peppers and is served with sweet and spicy sauce made with Abita beer. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

DIMARTINO’S FAMOUS NEW ORLEANS MUFFULETTAS 700 S. Tyler St., Covington, (985) 276-6460; 1788 Carol Sue Ave., Terrytown, 3927589; 3900 Gen. DeGaulle Drive., 367-0227; 6641 West Bank Expwy., Suite A, Marrero, 341-4096; www.dimartinos.com The muffuletta is served with house-made olive salad.

Eggplant Parmesan is served over angel hair pasta with Alfredo or marinara sauce. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

DINO’S BAR & GRILL 1128 Tchoupitoulas St., 558-0900 Dino’s tops its signature burger with bacon and cheddar. The sirloin steak is served with Cajun potatoes. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

DISH ON HAYNE 9734 Hayne Blvd., 301-0356; www.dishonhayne.com Catfish Charles features two deep-fried 9-ounce fillets on a panko-crusted potato cake with crawfish cream sauce, Parmesan, corn and peppers.

The seafood platter features fried shrimp, oysters, scallops,

catfish, coleslaw and french fries. Reservations accepted.

Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

DITALI’S PIZZA 8160 Belle Chasse Hwy., Belle Chasse, 393-1160; Northshore Square Mall, 150 Northshore Blvd., Slidell, (985) 649-5657; Oakwood Mall, 197 Westbank Expwy., Gretna, 366-2882; www.ditalis.com Ditali’s deluxe pizza features pepperoni, sausage, Canadian bacon, onions, bell peppers, black olives and mushrooms. Spaghetti and meatballs with red sauce is a hearty home-style dish from restaurant cousin Cafe Ditali.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

mayonnaise, house-made ketchup and hot sauce. The special fried shrimp po-boy is dressed with Swiss cheese and roast beef gravy. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Wed. and Fri.Sat. Credit cards. $$

DON FORTUNATO’S PIZZERIA 3517 20th St., Metairie, 302-2674 The Sicilian pizza is topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto, roasted red peppers and kalamata olives. The chicken portobello calzone is filled with grilled chicken breast, tomato sauce, mozzarella, ricotta, portobello mushrooms and sun-dried tomato mayo. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

DMAC’S BAR & GRILL

DON’S SEAFOOD HUT

542 S. Jefferson Davis Pkwy., 304-5757; www.dmacsbarandgrill.com Caribbean-style seafood beignets are served with white remoulade. Dmac “donuts” feature coconut and crab in a pastry. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.Sat. Credit cards. $$

126 Lake Drive, Covington, (985) 327-7111; 4801 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 889-1550; www.donsseafoodonline.com Crabmeat au gratin features lump crabmeat in Don’s signature creamy au gratin sauce.

An off the menu special is stuffed soft-shell crab topped with crawfish cream sauce.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

DOMENICA 123 Baronne St., 648-6020; www.domenicarestaurant.com The thin crust margarita pizza is topped with fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil.

The whole roasted cauliflower is roasted in a wood oven and served with whipped feta cheese. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

DOMILISE’S PO-BOYS 5240 Annunciation St., 899-9126 The fried oyster po-boy is dressed with lettuce, pickles,

DONG PHUONG ORIENTAL BAKERY AND RESTAURANT 14207 Chef Menteur Hwy., 254-0296 The No. 5 Viet grilled pork banh mi stuffs the bakery’s French bread with carrots, jalapenos, cilantro and cucumbers. The restaurant’s banh xeo, or Vietnamese crepe, is a crisp egg- and rice-flour crepe stuffed with pork, shrimp, lettuce and

bean sprouts. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Breakfast and lunch Wed.Mon. Credit cards. $

DOOKY CHASE RESTAURANT 2301 Orleans Ave., 821-0535 Chef Leah Chase’s gumbo is a staple of New Orleans Creole comfort food, with shrimp, crab, chicken, ham and sausage. The shrimp Clemenceau includes a garlic butter base and is served over a bed of mushrooms, peas and potatoes. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $$

chicken, ham, avocado, mint and cucumber in rice paper with house sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

DOT’S DINER Citywide; www.dotsdiner.com The Dotwich is a breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs, a sausage patty and cheese on a grilled buttermilk biscuit. The grilled hamburger steak is served with mushrooms, onions and brown gravy, plus salad, a vegetable, garlic bread and hash browns or mashed potatoes. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

DOORS UPTOWN PIZZA

THE DOUGH BOWL

7537 Maple St., 861-0040; www.doorsuptownpizza.com The Carnivore pizza is topped with pepperoni, bacon, alligator sausage, ham and Italian sausage. Baked chicken wings are smothered in spicy barbecue sauce. Delivery available. No reservations.

Lunch Wed.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

1039 Broadway St., 861-2200 The Greek Freak pizza is topped with white garlic sauce, spinach, tomatoes, Greek olives and feta. The chicken Caesar wrap is filled with grilled chicken breast, romaine, bacon and creamy Caesar dressing. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

DORIGNAC’S

DOWN THE HATCH

710 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 834-8216; www.dorignacs.com The deli’s most popular items are the seafood gumbo and the seafood mirliton, and both are filled with shrimp and crabmeat. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch daily.

Credit cards. $

1921 Sophie Wright Place, 522-0909; www.downthehatchnola.com The Texan burger features an Angus beef patty topped with grilled onions, smoked bacon, cheddar and a fried egg. The house-made veggie burger combines 15 vegetables and is served with sun-dried tomato pesto. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $

DOSON NOODLE HOUSE 135 N. Carrollton Ave., 309-7286 Chicken salad features shredded chicken, shredded cabbage, carrot and mint in house sauce with shrimp chips. Special spring rolls feature shrimp,

DRAGO’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR

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300 Bourbon St., 586-0300; www.sonesta.com/royalneworleans Shrimp and grits are made with tasso and topped with spicy cream sauce. The restaurant’s signature oysters Desire are char-broiled with garlic butter and Parmesan.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, latenight Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Co-owners/chefs Diana Chauvin (left) and her brother, Merlin Chauvin, prepare traditional as well as new renderings of Thai food at La Thai Uptown.

3232 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie, 888-9254; Hilton

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SUMMER RESTAURANT GUIDE New Orleans Riverside, 2 Poydras St., 584-3911; www.dragosrestaurant.com Drago’s is known for charbroiled oysters topped with Parmesan, butter, parsley and garlic. Fried soft-shell crabs are served with shrimp and crabmeat stuffing and topped with seafood cream sauce.

No reservations. North Arnoult Road: lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Poydras Street: lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

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roasT Beef – Delicious, always tender and juicy, prepared in our own rich gravy, hot or cold.........

BBQ roasT Beef – The same tender beef in our rich barbecue sauce ......................................................... hoT sausage PaTTies – Hot and spicy, cooked in its own juices............................................................... hoT sausage links – Spicy, hot links served the way you like ............................................................... iTalian sausage – A delicious patty with just the right hint of anise; try it with tomato gravy .......................

BBQ sMoke sausage – A delicious juicy sausage smothered with BBQ Sauce ........................................ haMBurger – Pure beef patties, tender and juicy, with gravy and onions if desired ...............................................

MeaTBall – Homemade, delicious tomato gravy and meatballs ................................................................................ caTfish – Thick, tender farm grown fillets, battered and fried ......................................................................... oysTer – Fresh Louisiana oysters, fried crispy, try catsup, hot sauce and pickles ............................................... shriMP – Freshly breaded and fried crisp to order .......... crayfish Tails – Battered and fried crisp to order ....... chicken – Spicy or mild, fried in a spiced breading, a succulent piece of chicken breast tenderloin ...................... french fry – Delicious golden fries with our roast beef gravy, if desired ......................................................... haM – A generous portion of juicy boiled ham .................... haM anD cheese – The same amount of ham with a layer of American, Swiss or Provolone cheese ................... colD cuT PoBoys – Luncheon Meat, Salami, Livercheese or Bologna (any one) ............................................

Turkey BreasT – A generous portion of 96% fat free baked turkey....................................................... chicken salaD – For a lighter lunch, served on a bed of lettuce, whole wheat, sliced or french.......................

Tuna salaD – For a lighter lunch, served on a bed of lettuce, whole wheat, sliced or french....................... four MeaT sPecial – Ham, Luncheon Meat, Bologna, Salami ............................................................................. guMBo – Chicken and Sausage or Seafood (Seafood on Friday only) .............................................................

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Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

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900 Dumaine St., 522-7222; www.eatnola.com Stuffed peppers are made with beef, shrimp, Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs and served with salad. The blue cheese and fig torte features layers of blue cheese, pecans, figs and caramelized onion chutney and comes with toast points. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat., breakfast Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

EL GATO NEGRO 81 French Market Place, 525-9752; 300 Harrison Ave., 488-0107; www.

-elgatonegronola.com Sauteed red snapper a la Cancun is topped with two jumbo shrimp, creamy pico de gallo and tequila-garlicbutter sauce and comes with rice and beans. Yellowfin tuna ceviche is mixed tableside with tuna, avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapenos and sea salt. No reservations. French Market Place: breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch and dinner daily. Harrison Avenue: lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

ELEVEN79 1179 Annunciation St., 2991179; www.eleven79.com Italian specialties include osso buco Milanese served with pappardelle pasta.

Barbecue shrimp are jumbo Gulf shrimp sauteed in white wine and olive oil with

rosemary, garlic, bay leaf and black pepper. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri.Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

ELIZABETH’S 601 Gallier St., 944-9272; www.elizabeths-restaurant.com The seared diver scallops are prepared with lemon blanc. The Dream burger is topped with blue cheese and the restaurant’s signature praline bacon. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

THE EMBERS “ORIGINAL” BOURBON HOUSE 700 Bourbon St., 595-3172; www.emberssteakhouse.com The signature steak is an 8-ounce filet served with Louisiana shrimp in a demiglace sauce, vegetables and mashed potatoes. The Cajun platter features shrimp and sausage atop Cajun rice.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $$$

EMERIL’S 800 Tchoupitoulas St., 5289393; www.emerils.com The grilled Niman Ranch pork chop is served with caramelized sweet potatoes, tamarind glaze and green chili mole sauce. The andouille-crusted drum comes with grilled vegetables, shoestring potatoes, glazed pecans and Creole meuniere sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

EMERIL’S DELMONICO 1300 St. Charles Ave., 5254937; www.emerils.com The confit duck leg is served with barley risotto, roasted beets, frisee and marinated sugar snap peas. Creole spiced Louisiana drum is complemented by fingerling potato lyonnaise, bacon stewed green beans and roasted pepper veloute. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

THE ENGLISH TEA ROOM 734 E. Rutland St., Covington, (985) 898-3988; www.englishtearoom.com The Coronation chicken salad combines chicken, grapes, apples and walnuts in mild curry dressing and can be ordered on a salad or sandwich. The Windsor high tea includes a pot of tea, finger sandwiches, miniquiches, two mini-cakes, a chocolate-dipped strawberry and scones served with clotted cream, lemon curd and preserves. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

ERNST CAFE 600 S. Peters St., 5258544; www.ernstcafe.net Fried oysters, roast beef debris, gravy and mayo fill the Ernster po-boy. Steak tacos are flour tortillas filled with marinated beef and zesty slaw. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

ESPRESSO EXPRESS One Shell Square, 701 Poydras St., Suite 116, 524-5115 The breakfast burrito features a white or wheat tortilla stuffed with scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage and cheese. Pepper jelly chicken salad features feta cheese, cranberries, walnuts and tomatoes on spinach or romaine lettuce. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

F&M PATIO BAR 4841 Tchoupitoulas St., 895-6784; www.fandmpatiobar.com Waffle fries are smothered with a blend of three cheeses and green onions. The burger is topped with a choice of shredded cheese, bacon, mushrooms, chili, jalapenos or grilled onions and peppers. No reservations. Dinner and late-night daily. Cash only. $

FAIR GRINDS COFFEEHOUSE 3133 Ponce de Leon St., 9139072; www.fairgrinds.com In the morning, the shop offers maple bacon sweet potato biscuits. The honey ham and Brie sandwich is dressed with pear slices. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

FAT HARRY’S 4330 St. Charles Ave., 8959582; www.fatharrysneworleans.com Buffalo wings and drumettes are fried and dipped in Fat Harry’s house wing sauce.

The Jazz burger features a ground beef and hot sausage patty topped with barbecue sauce and cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

FAT HEN GROCERY 7457 St. Charles Ave., 2662921; www.fathengrill.com The crawfish benedict features poached eggs over crawfish patties topped with hollandaise. The Reuben sandwich combines corned beef, Thousand Island dressing and sauerkraut on rye. Reservations accepted.

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FAT MOLLY’S PIZZA & BEER 2400 21st St., Kenner, 3051017; www.fatmollyspizza.com The Skinny Molly pizza is topped with bell peppers, onion, artichoke, mushrooms, sliced tomato and spinach.

The Cajun pizza combines boudin, red onion, green peppers, jalapenos and mozzarella on top of olive oil-garlic sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

FATOUSH New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., 3715074; www.fatoushrestaurantnola.com Moussaka, available in lamb and vegan varieties, features layers of grilled vegetables with tomato and bechamel sauce. The Gyro platter includes roasted lamb and grilled vegetables. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

FAUSTO’S BISTRO 530 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 833-7121; www.faustosbistro.com The veal saltimbocca features tender veal medallions sauteed with mushrooms and Italian herbs, crowned with prosciutto and mozzarella flamed in Marsala wine and served with angel hair marinara.

Parmesan-crusted Gulf fish is topped with crabmeat, tomato and white wine lemon-butter sauce over wilted spinach and rosemary potatoes. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

FAZZIO’S RESTAURANT

FEELINGS CAFE 2600 Chartres St., 9452222; www.feelingscafe.com Gulf fish Nicholas is a grilled fillet brushed with Dijon mustard and served with grilled shrimp, creamed spinach and new potatoes. A 6-ounce steak is topped with blue cheese and mushrooms and served with new potatoes and asparagus.

Reservations accepted. Dinner Thu.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

FELIPE’S TAQUERIA 301 N. Peters St., 267-4406; 6215 S. Miro St., 309-2776; www.felipestaqueria.com The chimichanga is a deepfried burrito filled with beans, rice, pico de gallo and a

choice of meat or vegetables and is topped with queso dip.

Fish tacos are double corn tortillas filled with fried fish, pickled cabbage, pico de gallo and seafood sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

FELIX’S RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR 739 Iberville St., 522-4440; www.felixs.com The bayou platter sampler features red beans, jambalaya and crawfish etouffee. The eggplant Napoleon features eggplant slices layered with shrimp. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

FELLINI’S CAFE 900 N. Carrollton Ave., 488-2155 The pesto tortellini are filled with cheese, topped with Alfredo and pesto and served with salad. Ravioli stuffed with crab and cheese is served with bechamel sauce and salad.

Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

a one pound burger dressed with cheese, lettuce, tomato, jalapenos and grilled onions on a sesame seed bun. The shrimp omelet and grits is a grilled shrimp, cheese and green onion omelet served with grits and toast.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

FIORELLA’S CAFE 1136 Decatur St., 553-2155 This casual eatery off the French Market is known for chicken fried to order. Housemade meatballs are served over angel hair pasta. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

FIVE HAPPINESS 3605 S. Carrollton Ave., 482-3935; www.fivehappiness.com Pecan shrimp are sauteed and topped with roasted pecans and sesame seeds. General Tso’s chicken is served with shrimp fried rice and an egg roll. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

FLAMING TORCH RESTAURANT 737 Octavia St., 895-0900; www.flamingtorchnola.com Moules frites features mussels sauteed with bacon, garlic and cream and come with fried potatoes. Redfish Oscar combines pan-seared redfish with jumbo lump crabmeat, grilled asparagus and Creole lemon beurre blanc. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

FLEUR DE LEIS SEAFOOD 2320 3rd St., Kenner, 471-4760 The Who Dat cheeseburger is

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and wine and served with pasta. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

FRANKY & JOHNNY’S 321 Arabella St., 899-9146; www.frankyandjohnnys.com Fried bell pepper rings are coated with Italian breadcrumbs. Fried shrimp po-boys are popular. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

2101 Williams Blvd., Kenner, 469-8216 The Four Happiness combines roast pork, chicken, beef, shrimp and vegetables.

General Fong’s chicken features white meat chicken in slightly spicy sauce. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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1200 S. Clearview Pkwy., Harahan, 731-6000; www.foxandhound.com The Play-Action appetizer platter includes wings, pretzels, potato skins and breaded mozzarella sticks. The spicy jalapeno burger tops an 8-ounce patty with hot sauce and pepper Jack cheese. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

FRANK’S RESTAURANT 933 Decatur St., 525-1602; www.franksrestaurantneworleans.com Shrimp and crawfish Gagliano features seafood tossed with garlic, green onions and fresh basil over angel hair pasta. The veal Marsala is veal sauteed with mushrooms

1001 Decatur St., 525-7879; www.frenchmarketrestaurant.com Char-broiled oysters are topped with white wine-garlicbutter sauce. Traditional New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp is a favorite. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

3236 Williams Blvd., Kenner, 305-0276; 3238 Severn Ave., Metairie, 598-5274; www.frenchpresscoffeehouse.com French Press serves the Southern pecan La Freeze, which is a pecan-flavored frozen latte. The turkey and avocado sandwich is topped with bacon, lettuce and tomato. Reservations for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

FRERET STREET PO-BOYS & DONUTS 4701 Freret St., 872-9676; www.freretstreetpoboys.com The roast beef po-boy features garlic-stuffed roast beef that has been slow-cooked in gravy. Baked chicken is served with garlic-roasted potatoes.

No reservations. Breakfast,

lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Lunch Mon.-Sun., dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

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7625 Maple St., 862-6363; www.frescocafe.us The Italian feast sandwich piles salami, pepperoni, ham, mozzarella and caramelized onions on house-made bread.

The chicken portobello roll combines grilled chicken, portobello mushrooms, tomatoes, mozzarella, spinach and feta in creamy red pepper sauce. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

4700 Freret St., 265-8604; www.frostbiteonfreret.com Red velvet cake is a popular flavor and can be enhanced with items from the 60-item topping bar. A brownie sundae can be topped with one of 10 flavors.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

FRESH BAR 6101 Magazine St., 3099513; www.freshbarnola.com The “Louisiana Fav” salad combines Louisiana strawberries, dried cranberries, Louisiana pecans and blue cheese with a choice of lettuce and dressing. The Asian Persuasian salad includes mandarin oranges, carrots, edamame, crumbled egg, tofu, broccoli, sprouts, almonds, crispy wontons and a choice of lettuce and dressing. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

FRIENDS COASTAL RESTAURANT 407 St. Tammany St., Madisonville, (985) 845-7303; www.friendscoastal.com The Water Street barbecue shrimp features shrimp sauteed in rosemary and beerbutter sauce served over a corn grit cake with flash-fried spinach. Blackened catfish is topped with bronzed shrimp and crabmeat in Key lime beurre blanc. Reservations accepted for large parties.

FURY’S RESTAURANT 724 Martin Behrman Ave., Metairie, 834-5646; www.furysrestaurant.com Trout Carrie is a fillet topped with sauteed crabmeat and served with salad, a vegetable and choice of potato or spaghetti. The seafood platter combines fish, shrimp, oysters, soft-shell crab and stuffed shrimp. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

G.B.’S PATIO BAR & GRILL 8117 Maple St., 861-0067 The G.B. burger is an 8-ounce Angus beef patty ground in house and served with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, bacon, jalapenos and barbecue sauce. The 12-ounce rib-eye is served with salad and a choice of side such as a baked potato or sweet potato fries. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

GW FINS 808 Bienville St., 581-3467; www.gwfins.com Parmesan-crusted flounder is served with jumbo lump crabpage 45

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1841 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 624-9704; www.fazziosrestaurant.com Chef Jimbob’s specialty is shrimp stuffed with crabmeat and served over pasta with crabmeat cream sauce.

The 16-ounce rib-eye is topped with fried oysters and bordelaise. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Oysters and provolone cheese are the main ingredients of the St. Louis po-boy at Katie’s in Mid-City.

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meat and asparagus. Lobster dumplings with fennel and tomato concasse is served with lobster butter. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

GALATOIRE’S RESTAURANT 209 Bourbon St., 5252021; www.galatoires.com The Galatoire goute is a cold seafood sampler featuring signature items like shrimp remoulade, crabmeat Maison and oysters en brochette. Redfish meuniere is topped with jumbo lump crabmeat. Jackets required at dinner and on Sunday.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$$

GALLAGHER’S GRILL 509 S. Tyler St., Covington, (985) 892-9992; www.gallaghersgrill.com The 10-ounce marbled Chicago USDA prime rib-eye is cooked to order and arrives sizzling. Sauteed pompano is topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and citrus beurre blanc. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

THE GALLEY RESTAURANT 2535 Metairie Road, 832-0955 Fried soft-shell crabs are topped with crabmeat and served over pasta Alfredo with salad. Blackened or grilled redfish is topped with shrimp and crabmeat and served with new potatoes and vegetables.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

914 N. Peters St., 595-3400; www.galvezrestaurant.com Pan-seared scallops are served atop a potato cake with crispy serrano ham, asparagus, lemon beurre blanc and a dash of mintpea pesto. Gulf shrimp are sauteed with garlic, chorizo, lemon and white wine.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

GAMBINO’S BAKERY 300 Lapalco Blvd., Gretna, 391-0600; 4821 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 8857500; www.gambinos.com The chocolate Doberge cake nestles chocolate between six layers of butter cake. King cakes are made from scratch with Danish sweet dough, and one popular version has pecan praline filling. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

GATTUSO’S NEIGH-

435 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, 368-1114; www.gattusosdeli.com The crawfish queso dip is served with fresh tortilla chips. The Italian sausage po-boy features Grandma’s red gravy, onions, peppers and melted provolone on toasted French bread and served with fries. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

GAUTREAU’S RESTAURANT 1728 Soniat St., 899-7397; www.gautreausrestaurant.com Sauteed snapper is served with Creole mustard vinaigrette, yellow foot mushrooms, corn, Brabant potatoes and julienne snow peas.

The arugula, quinoa and mint salad is tossed with pickled red onions, fava beans, radishes, feta cheese and preserved lemon vinaigrette.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$$

GEORGE’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1461 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 6264342; www.georgesmexicanrestaurant.com Shrimp fajitas are served with pico de gallo, tortillas and house-made guacamole. The Sizzlin’ Pork Plate features citrus-marinated pork, sauteed onions, black beans, Mexican rice and tortillas. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

GIORLANDO’S RESTAURANT 741 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, 835-8593; www.giorlandosrestaurant.com Mama G’s eggplant features lightly battered eggplant medallions over angel hair pasta topped with Mama G’s shrimp au gratin sauce.

The shrimp, bacon and avocado salad is mixed with greens, cheese, eggs and house-made croutons. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $$

GORDON BIERSCH 200 Poydras St., 552-2739; www.gordonbiersch.com Barbecue salmon is brushed with Asian barbecue sauce and served with grilled balsamic red onions, spinach and sweet ginger rice. Teriyaki flatiron steak is served with garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

GOTT GOURMET CAFE 3100 Magazine St., 373-6579 The crab and Brie omelet

is topped with lobstercognac cream and grilled asparagus. The St. Patty’s Day breakfast includes two eggs, corned beef potato hash with chaurice sausage, jalapenos, cheddar cheese, bell peppers, garlic and herbs. Delivery available.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.Sun., dinner Tue.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

GRAND ISLE 575 Convention Center Blvd., 520-8530; www.grandislerestaurant.com The Isle sampler, available as a half or full dozen, is a combination of three varieties of stuffed oysters: tasso, Havarti and jalapeno; housemade bacon, white cheddar and caramelized onions; and olive oil, lemon zest and garlic. The baked Gulf fish is topped with compound chili butter and served with local vegetables and herb-roasted potatoes. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

THE GREEN BURRITO NOLA 3046 St. Claude Ave., 9492889; www.facebook.com/the-green-burrito-nola The steak burrito features Cajun-spiced beef slowcooked with bell peppers, banana peppers, onion and squash and rolled in a flour, spinach, whole wheat or tomato-basil tortilla with basmati rice and beans.

Spicy fish tacos are dressed with house pico de gallo. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Cash only. $

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The Green Goddess’ new sno-ball lineup features an absinthe and lime juice snoball. No reservations. Lunch and brunch Wed.-Mon., dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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THE GRILL ROOM Windsor Court Hotel, 300 Gravier St., 522-1994; www.grillroomneworleans.com Seared Hudson Valley foie gras is served with speck, brioche and grape tomotoes. Bronzed diver scallops are accompanied by red quinoa, prosciutto, Spanish black truffles and sweet onion bisque. Reservations recommended.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

THE GROCERY 2854 St. Charles Ave., 8959524; www.thegroceryneworleans.com The pressed chicken Philly sandwich combines chicken, provolone and American cheeses, mushrooms, sauteed onions, roasted peppers, mayo and Italian seasonings on Leidenheimer French bread. The house chicken and sausage gumbo is made with a rich, dark roux. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

GROUND PAT’I RESTAURANT Citywide; www.groundpati.com The Smoking Ring burger is topped with barbecue sauce, applewood-smoked bacon, cheese and a fried onion ring and is served with fries. The barbecued rib and chicken combo includes half a rack of ribs, a mesquite char-broiled chicken breast, salad, coleslaw, Texas toast, baked beans and a choice of potato or other vegetable.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

3708 Derbigny St., Metairie, 833-1390 The hot tamale sandwich is served on French bread and topped with chili and cheese. Shredded cheddar cheese can be added to the hamburger po-boy. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

GUMBO SHOP 630 St. Peter St., 5251486; www.gumboshop.com Chicken espagnole features half a chicken simmered in brown sauce with mushrooms, shallots, wine and garlic and is served over rice with a side of vegetables.

Crawfish etouffee is made with crawfish tails simmered in a spicy sauce of onions, bell peppers, celery, garlic and wine. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

GUSTO The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., third floor, 5815400; www.thetheatres.com The chef’s platter includes

HAAGEN-DAZS Aquarium of the Americas, 1 Canal St., 378-2624; Riverwalk Marketplace, 1 Poydras St., 523-3566; Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St., 212-5418; www.haagen-dazs.com The vanilla bean espresso sundae features espressoswirled vanilla ice cream topped with espresso syrup and whipped cream. The brownies a la mode sundae is topped with hot fudge and caramel. No reservations.

Open daily. Credit cards. $

HANA JAPANESE RESTAURANT 8116 Hampson St., 865-1634 Tuna tataki presents seared rare tuna topped with vinaigrette, tobiko and vegetables.

The Who Dat roll combines spicy tuna, shrimp tempura and snow crab on the inside and is topped with salmon, tuna, avocado and crunchy tempura flakes. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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HAYDEL’S BAKERY 4037 Jefferson Hwy., 8370190; www.haydelbakery.com Cajunnoli are cannoli shells filled with praline cream cheese and covered in pecans. The Cajun kringle is a halo of flaky pastry with praline filling topped with caramel icing and pecans.

No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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HERBSAINT BAR AND RESTAURANT 701 St. Charles Ave., 5244114; www.herbsaint.com The house-made spaghetti features guanciale and a fried poached farm egg.

Baby squash and feta cheese accompany the Louisiana shrimp and grits.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

HERITAGE GRILL 111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 934-4900; www.heritagegrillmetairie.com The gumbo combines duck and andouille in a dark roux.

Bronzed redfish is served with sauteed smoked corn and crawfish sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

HEY! CAFE HANDSOME WILLY’S PATIO BAR 218 S. Robertson St., 4607365; www.handsomewillys.com The Handsome Burrito is filled with beans, ground beef, pork, chicken, salsa rojo, salsa verde, lettuce, cheddar and sour cream.

Tacos are topped with pico de gallo, shredded cheese, sour cream, lettuce and Mexican slaw. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

HARBOR BAR & GRILL 3024 17th St., Metairie, 835-6111 The Harbor burger boasts a 12-ounce patty topped with shredded cheddar.

The blackened tuna steak is served with French-style green beans and red new potatoes. No reservations.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

HARD ROCK CAFE 418 N. Peters St., 5295617; www.hardrock.com The Legendary burger is a 10-ounce patty topped with bacon, cheddar, an onion ring, lettuce, tomato and pickles. The Haystack chicken salad combines mixed greens, carrots, corn, pico de gallo and shredded cheddar topped with fried chicken, ranch dressing and

4332 Magazine St., 8918682; www.heycafe.biz Order a bagel with lox, dill and cream cheese. Housemade vegan hummus is served on a bagel or in a pita. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Sun.-Thu. Credit cards. $

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HICKORY CAFE AND GRILL 1313 Hickory Ave., Harahan, 737-0033; www.hickorycafe.com The Cuban sandwich combines slow-roasted pork loin, smoked ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and Creole mayo on grilled French bread. The Uptown chicken sandwich is topped with melted Brie, bacon, spinach and tomatoes. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

HIGH HAT CAFE 4500 Freret St., 754-1336; www.highhatcafe.com Fried farm-raised catfish is served with fresh-cut fries, coleslaw and hushpuppies.

Spicy Gulf fish is served with potato and shrimp hash.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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platter includes pork shoulder, beef brisket and two side items. The pulled-pork sandwich can be topped with a scoop of hand-shredded coleslaw. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

HOA HONG/9 ROSES 1100 Stephens St., Gretna, 366-7665 Vietnamese hot-and-sour soup features a choice of fish, shrimp, or chicken in a tangy broth with tomatoes, pineapple and okra. Grill marinated sliced beef at your table and wrap it in lettuce or rice paper with herbs and pickled carrots. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

HOBNOBBER CAFE 5928 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, 734-8448; www.hobnobbercafe.com The crawfish and corn bisque is served with French bread.

The grilled chicken breast is paired with grilled tomatoes and broccoli and served with salad and bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.Fri. Credit cards. $

HORINOYA 920 Poydras St., 561-8914 The seafood salad combines seared tuna, salmon, white fish, crawfish, cucumber, avocado and baby radishes in house dressing. The bluefin toro, or fatty tuna, is a Japanese delicacy served as sashimi or in sushi. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

214 Royal St., 523-3341; www.hotelmonteleone.com The Meanie Paninis is a trio of small sandwiches, featuring proscuitto, Parma ham and olive tapenade. The crawfish beignets are topped with remoulade. No reservations.

Lunch daily. Credit cards. $$

HOUSE OF BLUES 225 Decatur St., 310-4999; www.houseofblues.com Meatball sliders feature slowbraised beef short rib simmered in fresh tomato sauce, topped with Cotija cheese and served on potato buns. The lobster mac and cheese is a gourmet twist on the comfort food. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

HOUSTON’S RESTAURANT 1755 St. Charles Ave., 5241578; 4241 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 889-2301; www.hillstone.com The Thai steak salad features beef, noodles, fresh herbs and vegetables in spicy Thai dressing. Rotisserie chicken

is slow-roasted and served with dirty rice. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

HUCKLEBERRY’S RESTAURANT AND BAR 1821 Hickory Ave., Harahan, 305-6066 Slow-cooked roast beef goes in a po-boy topped with marchands de vin sauce. The oyster burger is a surf and turf option topping a half-pound beef patty with fried oysters.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $

HUEY P’S PIZZERIA 139 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, 366-1818 The Who Dat pie features ground beef, prosciutto, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, pepperoncini, cheddar and mozzarella. The bruschetta is topped with diced tomato, basil, garlic and olive oil. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

HUEY’S 24/7 DINER 620 Decatur St., 267-0244; www.hueysneworleans.com Bayou crawfish etouffee features tomatoes, onions and bell peppers simmered with plump crawfish tails in a blond roux and served over rice.

The Monte Cristo sandwich is made with thin-sliced ham, chicken breast, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses on Texas toast, then battered, fried and dusted with powdered sugar. No reservations.

Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

HURRICANE BBQ & SEAFOOD CO. 4011 Airline Drive, Metairie, 315-4227; www.hurricanebbq.com The pulled pork platter comes with two side times, such as sweet potato fries and smothered green beans. The ribs are prepared with a dry rub and are slow-cooked. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

IGNATIUS EATERY 3121 Magazine St., 899-0242 The crawfish Ignatius features fettuccine tossed in seasoned crawfish cream sauce with fresh mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and green bell peppers topped with grated Parmesan. Oysters bordelaise features sauteed oysters layered on top of Creole pasta bordelaise. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Thu.-Mon.,

brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

IGOR’S BUDDHA BELLY BURGER BAR 4437 Magazine St., 891-6105 The Cajun burger is a halfpound patty seasoned with Cajun spices and hot sauce and served with fries or onion rings. Jalapeno poppers are battered and fried cheesestuffed peppers. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

IGOR’S LOUNGE & GAMEROOM 2133 St. Charles Ave., 568-9811 The Cajun burger is a halfpound patty seasoned with a blend of Cajun spices and topped with hot sauce. Get shoestring fries topped with American cheese. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily.

Credit cards. $

IHOP Citywide; www.ihop.com The breakfast sampler includes two eggs, two strips of bacon, two pork sausage links, two pieces of ham, hash browns and two buttermilk pancakes. Grilled tilapia is served with hollandaise, red potatoes, steamed broccoli and garlic bread. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily.

Credit cards. $

ciabatta. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch Tue.Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

IMPASTATO’S RESTAURANT 3400 16th St., Metairie, 4551545; www.impastatos.com The fresh fish Payton features a pan-fried fillet topped with crabmeat, crawfish, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, lemon and Dry Sack sherry sauce.

Pecan-smoked filet mignon is a 10-ounce steak smoked over pecan wood. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

IRENE’S CUISINE 539 St. Philip St., 529-8811 The signature baked oysters Irene are topped with Italian cheeses and pancetta. The lamb a la Provence features seared chops with rosemarywine demi-glace. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

apple brandy broth over Papa Tom’s stone-ground grits and roasted Covey Rise Farms root vegetables. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$

ISABELLA’S PIZZERIA 200 Hewitt Road, Hammond, (985) 230-9900; 1331 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 809-1900; 2660 Florida St., Mandeville, (985) 674-5700; 70452 Hwy. 21, Suite 500, Covington, (985) 875-7620; www.isabellaspizzeria.net Spinach-artichoke-shrimp dip is served with garlic bread.

The pasta Cucina combines linguine, shrimp, crawfish, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, green onions, parsley and a splash of lime. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

ITALIAN BARREL IRIS 321 N. Peters St., 299-3944; www.irisneworleans.com The spicy Vietnamese tomato soup comes with a poached farm egg. Sauteed hake fish is served with beluga lentils, pancetta, beet greens, legumes and spring onions. Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Fri., dinner Mon. and Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

IL POSTO ITALIAN CAFE

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4607 Dryades St., 895-2620; www.ilpostocafe-nola.com The pesce grilled cheese features tuna salad, avocado, red onions and fontina cheese on pressed multigrain bread.

The classic prosciutto panino is made with fresh mozzarella and basil pesto pressed on

1432 St. Charles Ave., 5956755; www.theirishhouseneworleans.com Smithwick’s beer-battered Atlantic cod is fried crisp and served with thick potato fries, house-made tartar sauce and malt vinegar. Braised lamb shanks are served with

430 Barracks St., 569-0198; www.italianbarrel.com Porcini and truffle ravioli are served with white wine cream sauce and a drizzle of truffled olive oil. The osso buco is a baked 16-ounce veal shank served with red sauce and polenta. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

ITALIAN PIE Citywide; www.italianpie.com The Mediterranean pizza features artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, red onions, tomatoes, herbed ricotta, mozzarella and pesto sauce. Fettuccini is topped with creamy Alfredo sauce with an optional choice of grilled chicken or shrimp. Delivery available. No

reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

IZZO’S ILLEGAL BURRITO 4316 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite A, Metairie, 8895505; 70488 Hwy. 21, Suite 100, Covington, (985) 3275114; www.izzos.com The Illegal salad features romaine lettuce, cheese, tortilla strips and Izzo’s house salsa or dressing. The Illegal burrito is served on a 26-inch tortilla with a choice of meat, Mexican rice, beans, shredded cheese or melted queso, guacamole, and a choice of eight house salsas. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

JACK DEMPSEY’S RESTAURANT 738 Poland Ave., 943-9914; www.jackdempseysllc.com The Jack Dempsey seafood platter serves a training table feast of gumbo, shrimp, catfish, crab balls and two side items. Broiled redfish Pontchartrain is topped with lump crabmeat. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch Tue., dinner Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

JACMEL INN 903 E. Morris St., Hammond, (985) 542-0043; www.jacmelinn.com The crawfish tamale features sweet corn polenta, Acadiana crawfish tails, and a drizzle of chipotle. The vanilla-cured duck breast and five-spice duck leg confit is served with sweet potatoes, duck cracklings and Amato’s orange wine gastrique. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$$ page 51

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JACQUES-IMO’S CAFE 8324 Oak St., 861-0886; www.jacquesimoscafe.com Paneed rabbit is served over shrimp and tasso pasta. Eggplant Jacques-Imo’s features fried eggplant topped with oyster dressing and shiitake mushroom cream sauce.

Reservations recommended for large parties. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

JAGER HAUS GERMAN RESTAURANT & BAR 833 Conti St., 525-9200; www.jager-haus.com Kassler rippchen is a German-style smoked pork loin cooked with cabbage and potato dumplings.

Oktoberfest meatloaf is made from ground beef, pork, applewood-smoked bacon and pork belly, topped with mushroom demi-glace and served with a choice of potato salad, spaetzle, red cabbage or sauerkraut.

Reservations recommended.

Breakfast and dinner daily, lunch Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

JAM’S PO-BOYS & CATERING 612 Sena Drive, Metairie, 833-5882; www.jamspoboys.com Stewed chicken is served with gravy, rice, salad and bread. Amy’s signature seafood-stuffed eggplant boat comes with steamed vegetables and bread. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, dinner Thu.-Fri. Credit cards. $

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JANIE BROWN’S RESTAURANT 27207 Hwy. 190, Lacombe, (985) 882-7201 Trout meuniere is served with lump crabmeat or grilled oysters. Pan-fried honey chicken is covered with Italian breadcrumbs and served over fettuccine Alfredo.

Reservations recommended for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

JAZMINE CAFE 614 S. Carrollton Ave., 866-9301 The spicy mango salad is made with julienned mango, jicama, cucumbers, carrots, cilantro, peanuts, fried shallots and sesame vinaigrette.

Tamarind soup comes with a choice of shrimp, fish or tofu in tangy lemon grass broth with celery, pineapple, okra and tomato. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

JOE SEPIE’S CAFE 4402 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson, 324-5613 The roast beef po-boy is a house specialty. Italian sausage and peppers are served over angel hair pasta in cream sauce. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Thu.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

JOEY K’S RESTAURANT & BAR 3001 Magazine St., 8910997; www.joeyksrestaurant.com The eggplant Napoleon is a tower of breaded and fried eggplant medallions with layers of fried shrimp and creamy crawfish sauce on top. Trout Tchoupitoulas is a lightly floured and pan-fried fillet topped with shrimp and crabmeat and served with new potatoes and vegetables. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

JAMILA’S MEDITERRANEAN TUNISIAN CUISINE

JOHNNY & JOYCE’S SEAFOOD

7808 Maple St., 866-4366 Tunisian-style tagine of lamb is baked in a terra-cotta pot and served with saffron basmati rice. Whole red snapper with garlic and onion chutney is served over vegetables.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

1461 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 727-7727 The seafood platter includes fried oysters, shrimp, fish and a stuffed crab. The shrimp po-boy is dressed with lettuce, tomato, mayo and a pickle. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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JOHNNY’S PO-BOYS

4831 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte, 689-2748 Jan’s dark-roux gumbo packs spicy heat. The hamburger steak is served with housemade gravy, and mushrooms and onions are optional additions. No reservations. Lunch

511 St. Louis St., 524-8037; www.johnnyspoboys.com The shrimp po-boy features deep-fried shrimp with all the fixings. The seafood muffuletta includes fried catfish, shrimp and oysters. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Cash only. $

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THE JOINT 701 Mazant St., 949-3232; www.alwayssmokin.com The sausage plate features three links of locally made smoked chaurice sausage seasoned with garlic and jalapenos and served with a choice of two house-made sides. The dinner salad is an organic mix of greens dressed with house-made smoked tomato and onion dressing then topped with your choice of pulled pork, chopped brisket or smoked chicken sausage. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Zatarain’s fried shrimp over baby spinach, tomatoes, eggs, portabella mushrooms and onions served with creole mustard vinaigrette Get ‘em while they’re hot!

Sesame Crusted Jerk Chicken Salad....................... $11.95

Warm black and white sesame crusted jerk chicken tenders over fresh baby spinach, topped with homemade mango salsa, chopped pecans and red onions, served with sesame ginger dressing

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JUAN’S FLYING BURRITO 2018 Magazine St., 5690000; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., 486-9950; www.juansflyingburrito.com Mardi Gras Indian tacos combine Jack cheese, spicy slaw, roasted corn, pinto beans and grilled squash.

The Jerked Nachos feature jerk chicken, two cheeses, black beans, avocado, chipotle sour cream and pineapple salsa atop chips. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

JUICY LUCY’S 133 N. Carrollton Ave., 5985044; 3320 Houma Blvd, Metairie, 309-8767 The Juicy 9th Ward Blues features a patty stuffed with mushrooms, onions, garlic and blue cheese. The Juicy All American incorporates aged cheddar, applewoodsmoked bacon and thick barbeque sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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Roasted portabella mushrooms, red and green peppers, zucchini, yellow squash and onions, topped with swiss cheese and pecan pesto on grilled sour dough bread with spring mix, served with black beans and corn salad

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THE JUJU BAG CAFE 5363 Franklin Ave., 872-0969 Grilled wild Alaskan salmon tops a salad with sauteed mushrooms, red onions, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, avocado and raspberry-walnut vinaigrette. Jamaican jerk chicken wings are served on a bed of romaine lettuce with avocado, tomato, Caribbean potato salad and whole wheat French bread. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun., late-night Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$ page 53

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930 Poydras St., 304-4210: www.jambajuice.com One popular juice blend combines orange, strawberry, blueberry and raspberry. Watermelon Splash is a mix of coconut water and watermelon. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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JULIE’S LITTLE INDIA KITCHEN AT SCHIRO’S COMMUNITY CAFE & BAR

Melange executive chef Brady Broussard (left) and general manager David Monk are proud of the contemporary cuisine they serve in the Faubourg Marigny.

2483 Royal St., 944-6666; www.julieslittleindia.com Saag paneer is sauteed spinach with paneer cheese and vindaloo sauce and comes with naan, basmati rice and papadam chips. Salmon Benedict features poached eggs on a biscuit with cream cheese, lox and hollandaise.

No reservations. Breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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3009 Magazine St., 8918280; www.jungsgoldendragon2.com A crispy fried fish fillet is served with sweet-and-spicy garlic, ginger and green onion sauce. Salt and pepper fried oysters come with Chinese vegetables and brown sauce.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

2267 Carey St., Slidell, (985) 641-1911; www.kysoldetowne.com Fried and grilled seafood platters combine shrimp, catfish, oysters, hushpuppies and two sides. Roast beef is slow-cooked in-house for K.Y.’s po-boy. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

JUNIPER RESTAURANT 301 Lafitte St., Mandeville, (985) 624-5330; www.juniperrestaurant.net The pork osso buco is braised in garlic Creole sauce and served atop oyster and andouille dressing.

Bouillabaisse brims with clams, langoustine shrimp and scallops in saffron tomato broth. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

K-PAUL’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN

3205 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, 455-5730 Sauteed calamari is served with portobello mushrooms.

One special sushi roll combines salmon, mango and cucumber. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

KATIE’S RESTAURANT & BAR 3701 Iberville St., 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity.com Scottie’s blackberry and jalapeno ribs feature slow cooked baby back ribs marinated in a spicy blackberry and jalapeno sauce and is served with two sides. The Atchafalaya pizza is topped with sauteed shrimp, oysters, crawfish and crabs, roasted garlic, bell peppers and Tabasco marinara. No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat., dinner Tue. -Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

KEITH YOUNG’S STEAKHOUSE 165 Hwy. 21, Madisonville, (985) 845-9940; www.keithyoungs.net Pan-broiled redfish is topped with crabmeat in citrus beurre blanc and fresh basil. The hand-cut 14-ounce filet mignon is served with a baked potato and salad. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$$

KENNER SEAFOOD 3140 Loyola Drive, Kenner, 466-4701; www.kennerseafood.net Crawfish Marie is topped with crabmeat and cream sauce.

Barbecue shrimp are served over grits. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

KIM SON 349 Whitney Ave., Gretna, 3662489; www.kimsonnola.com Charcoal-broiled beef is

served over rice. Steamed Gulf fish comes with black bean sauce in a clay pot. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

KOREA HOUSE 3547 18th St., Metairie, 888-0654 The bul go gi is beef marinated with six kinds of vegetables. The dolsot bibimbap is a stew of beef, vegetables and rice served in a hot stone pot. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

KOSHER CAJUN NEW YORK DELI & GROCERY 3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, 8882010; www.koshercajun.com Matzo ball soup is a clear seasoned broth with light and fluffy matzo balls. The kosher fried shrimp po-boy features imitation shrimp served with cocktail sauce, lettuce and

tomato. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Thu. Credit cards. $

cupcake is chocolate cake with mixed caramel-peanut debris topped with chocolate, caramel and peanuts. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

KOZ’S 515 Harrison Ave., 484-0841; 6215 Wilson St., Harahan, 7373933; www.kozcooks.com Chicken is fried to order all day, and an order comes with two sides. Koz’s roast beef po-boy features home-cooked roast beef on Gendusa Bakery bread. No reservations.

Wilson Street: lunch Mon.Sat., dinner Mon.-Fri. Harrison Avenue: lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

KYOTO 4920 Prytania St., 891-3644; www.kyotonola.com Poke salad is a mix of tuna, avocado and cucumber with spicy vinaigrette dressing.

The Sara roll is packed with spicy shrimp and avocado and covered with a crunchy chili mixture outside. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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and Creole Italian seasoning.

New Orleans chicken praline features deep-fried boneless chicken breast with a dipping sauce of caramelized brown sugar, chopped pecans and bourbon. No reservations.

Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

LA BOCA 857 Fulton St., 525-8205; www.labocasteaks.com Entrana fina con la Piel is a slow-cooked 14-ounce outside skirt steak. Noqui La Boca is a dish of potato dumplings with pancetta, peas and cream sauce. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

LA BOUCHERIE COFFEEHOUSE & CAFE 335 Chartres St., 324-6656 Angel hair pasta is served with sauteed red and green bell pepper, onion, garlic and spinach, tossed with olive oil and topped with feta. The oven-roasted turkey and hummus wrap includes spinach, tomatoes, avocado and ranch dressing. No reservations.

Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

LA BOULANGERIE 4600 Magazine St., 269-3777 The ham and Swiss cheese sandwich is dressed with butter and pickles on a French baguette. Chocolate croissants are flaky, buttery pastries filled with chocolate.

No reservations. Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

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LA CREPE NANOU 1410 Robert St., 899-2670; www.lacrepenanou.com La fondue consists of Emmentaler melted with white wine and Kirsch cherry liqueur, served with a French baguette and fresh fruit.

Grilled lamb chops come with cognac reduction, seasonal vegetables and pommes frites.

No reservations. Dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

LA DIVINA GELATERIA 621 St. Peter St., 3022692; 3005 Magazine St., 342-2634; Loyola University, Carrollton Residence Hall, 258-2115; www.ladivinagelateria.com Blueberry basil sorbetto is made from fresh blueberries

and homegrown basil. The peach and Prosecco sorbetto is crafted from local peaches and Italian white wine. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

LA DOLCE NOLA SNACKERY AND GELATERIA 200 Metairie Road, Suite 100, Metairie, 832-1122; www.ladolcenola.com Salted caramel gelato features swirls of salty caramel.

Fresh peach sorbetto is a dairy-free mixture made with locally grown peaches. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

LA MACARENA PUPUSERIA AND LATIN CAFE 8120 Hampson St., 862-5252; www.pupusasneworleans.com The NOLA special breakfast burrito is filled with a hot sausage patty, hash browns, eggs and American cheese.

It’s served with refried black beans and sweet plantains or tropical salad. The house guacamole is made with organic avocados and lime juice and is served with corn chips.

Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Checks and cash only. $$

LA MADELEINE 601 S. Carrollton Ave., 861-8662; 3300 Severn Ave., Suite 201, Metairie, 456-1624; 3434 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 626-7004; 5171 Citrus Blvd., Suite 2000, Harahan, 818-2450; www.lamadeleine.com The chicken Parisian sandwich combines bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise, and is served with chips, pasta or a Caesar salad. Tomato-basil pasta features chicken over bowtie pasta in tomato-basil cream sauce with mushrooms, spinach and pesto. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

LA PENICHE RESTAURANT 1940 Dauphine St., 943-1460 The grillades and grits features slow-cooked cube steak simmered in rich brown gravy served over baked cheese grits. Eggs Benedict La Peniche is made with poached eggs, Canadian bacon, tomatoes and hollandaise on a toasted English muffin. No reservations. Open 24 hours Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $

LA PETITE GROCERY 4238 Magazine St., 891-3377; www.lapetitegrocery.com Paneed rabbit is served with lemon-caper brown butter and spaetzle. For a small bite, try blue crab beignets with Old Bay aioli. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

LA PROVENCE 25020 Hwy. 190, Lacombe, (985) 626-7662; www.laprovencerestaurant.com Quail gumbo is an appetizer of dirty rice-stuffed whole quail with gumbo jus. Slow-cooked pastured baby lamb from Two Run Farm features panisse, cherry tomatoes, black trumpet mushrooms, Covey Rise Farms vegetables and sage jus. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

LA THAI UPTOWN 4938 Prytania St., 899-8886; www.lathaiuptown.com Louisiana seafood Chauvin combines pecan-crusted redfish, grilled shrimp, crawfish, red curry and wasabi mashed potatoes topped with jumbo lump crabmeat.

Steamed mussels are served in spicy green basil curry with pommes frites. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

LAGER’S INTERNATIONAL ALE HOUSE 3501 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 887-9923; www.draftfreak.com Acadian pasta features penne in Acadian cream sauce

and can be topped with a choice of chicken or shrimp and crawfish. The Dead Guy burger is topped with guacamole, bacon, jalapenos, cheddar and Monterey Jack and is served with ranch and a side item. No reservations.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

LAKEVIEW BREW COFFEE CAFE 5606 Canal Blvd., 483-7001; www.lakeviewbrew.com The fleur de lis panino includes oven-roasted turkey, smoked Gouda, asparagus and apple butter spread on grilled multigrain, wheat or ciabatta baguette. The chicken avocado wrap features a herbgarlic, spinach, tomato-basil or wheat tortilla filled with a grilled chicken breast, avocado, tomatoes, romaine and mango vinaigrette and fresh fruit relish on the side. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

LAKEVIEW DELI & CATERING 872 Harrison Ave., 3048501; www.lakeviewdelicatessen.com DK’s Big Fish is a fried catfish po-boy dressed to order.

Mike’s gut buster is a onepound burger with pepper Jack, cheddar and provolone cheeses between two beef patties on French bread.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $

LAKEVIEW GROCERY 801 Harrison Ave., 293-1201;

www.lakeviewgrocery.com The fried seafood platter includes fried shrimp, oysters, fish and french fries. The roast beef debris po-boy features tender roast beef in au jus served dressed on French bread. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

LAKEVIEW HARBOR 911 Harrison Ave., 486-4887; www.lakeview-harbor.com The crab feast features stuffed crab, crab cake, soft-shell crab, crab fingers and comes with two sides. The grilled honey-glazed center-cut pork chop comes with a choice of two sides. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

LANDRY’S 400 N. Peters St., 558-0038; 8000 Lakeshore Drive, 2831010; www.landrysseafood.com Barbecue shrimp are sauteed in New Orleans-style peppery butter sauce and served on a French bread pirogue. The Ultimate platter combines crab fingers, and fried shrimp, oysters, fish, soft-shell crab and deviled crab. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

LANGENSTEIN’S 800 Metairie Road, Metairie, 831-6682; 1330 Arabella St., 899-9283; www.langensteins.com Seafood gumbo is made with blue crabs, Louisiana shrimp, vegetables and okra in a dark, rich roux. Stuffed mirliton is a roasted locally grown mirliton filled with Louisiana shrimp

and Cajun-seasoned stuffing.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

LAUREL STREET BAKERY 5433 Laurel St., 897-0576; www.laurelstreetbakery.com Start the day with a cranberrywalnut bran muffin. Roasted garlic potato bread is one of the house-baked specialties.

No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Cash and checks. $

LAZARO’S PIZZA & POBOYS 4413 Banks St., 483-8609; www.lazaropizza.com Wings are recommended with ranch, blue cheese or honey-mustard dipping sauce.

The T-Bird pizza is loaded with pepperoni, Italian sausage, herb-roasted chicken, roasted red peppers and asparagus on a New York-style thin crust. No reservations. Dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $$

LE BAYOU RESTAURANT 208 Bourbon St., 525-4755; www.lebayourestaurant.com Oysters Ya Ya features oysters topped with Parmesan cheese and ya ya sauce, which combines heavy cream and pesto. The shrimp and grits Napoleon features three fried green tomatoes stacked with sauteed Gulf shrimp and Old Bay cream sauce over bayou grits. Reservations accepted.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

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The fried green tomato Benedict is topped with tangy hollandaise. Paneed duck breast is covered with a glaze of pineapple, sweet pepper and onion and is served with jambalaya and vegetables. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

LE FORET 129 Camp St., 553-6738; www.leforetneworleans.com Pan-roasted Louisiana snapper comes with asparagus, wild mushrooms and herb vinaigrette. Grilled quail with potato gnocchi is accented with pancetta, pine nuts, natural jus and Creole mustard.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

LE MERITAGE Maison Dupuy Hotel, 1001 Toulouse St., 5228800; www.lemeritagerestaurant.com Pan-seared jumbo lump crab cake is served with crawfish and creole seasonings.

The baby cabbage salad is prepared with fresh grated Parmesan cheese and truffle vinaigrette. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$

LE VIET CAFE 2135 St. Charles Ave., 304-1339 Pho is available with a choice of chicken, brisket, rare beef or meatballs and comes with a basket of basil, bean sprouts and jalapenos. Vietnamese-style grilled beef ribs come with a special sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ 1500 S. Carrollton Ave., 862-6200; www.lebanonscafe.com The chicken is marinated with vegetables, olive oil, Mediterranean spices, lemon juice, garlic and yogurt, grilled on skewers and served with hummus and salad. Char-broiled rosemary lamb chops are marinated in olive oil, Middle Eastern spices and rosemary. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

LEONARDO TRATTORIA 709 St. Charles Ave., 5588986; www.leonardonola.com Wood-fired pizza Briante is layered with ricotta cheese, roasted red peppers and Italian sausage. Wood-fired oysters are shucked P&J oysters baked with Parmesan, breadcrumbs, extravirgin olive oil and herbs.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

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LIBERTY’S KITCHEN 422 1/2 S. Broad St., 8224011; www.libertyskitchen.org The MVB burger is a grilled ground chuck and brisket patty served on a potato bun with house dressing, chopped romaine, arugula, shaved onions, tomato and pickles. Shrimp and grits feature Gulf shrimp sauteed with white wine and smoked crimini mushroom sauce and served over stone-ground grits. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

LILETTE RESTAURANT 3637 Magazine St., 895-1636; www.liletterestaurant.com White truffle Parmesan toast is a rich appetizer combining wild mushrooms, marrow and veal glace. Sauteed spiced drum is served with artichoke, roasted tomato, haricots verts and lemonoregano yogurt. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

LILLY’S CAFE 1813 Magazine St., 599-9999 This Vietnamese restaurant’s staple pho is served with a basket of basil, bean sprouts and jalapeno slices. Spicy tofu is stir-fried with ginger, scallions and spicy sauce.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

LITTLE TOKYO 590 Ashbury Drive, Mandeville, (985) 727-1532; www.littletokyosushi.com The Tiger Roll is a combination of tuna, yellowtail, barbecued eel, fresh salmon and avocado. The Burning Man roll has crunchy tuna inside and pepper tuna on the outside. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

LITTLE TOKYO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 310 N. Carrollton Ave., 4855658; 1521 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, 831-6788; www.littletokyonola.com The Burning Man roll combines spicy tuna, pepper tuna, avocado and barbecue eel sauce. An appetizer of tuna tartare features diced

tuna mixed with green onions and smelt roe, topped with house-made chili sauce and served with wonton chips.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

LITTLE TOKYO SMALL PLATES & NOODLE BAR 1340 S. Carrollton Ave, 861-6088; www.littletokyonola.com The sushi pizza panino features spicy tuna, crawfish, snow crab and mozzarella cheese on bread baked in the oven. Tonkotsu ramen pork bone soup contains green onions, bean sprouts, fish cake patties, boiled egg, chashu pork and bamboo shoots. Reservations accepted for private room.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

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BY THE TRACK 1518 N. Lopez St., 218-7888 The barbecue shrimp po-boy features shrimp sauteed in a New Orleans-style barbecue sauce stuffed into a hollowed-out pistolette.

The “Breathtaking beef” po-boy features in-house baked roast beef and creamy horseradish sauce. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

LIUZZA’S RESTAURANT AND BAR 3636 Bienville St., 4829120; www.liuzzas.com The jumbo soft-shell crab plate is served with a choice of side. The smothered pork chop is served with a choice of rice and gravy or mashed potatoes. No reservations.

Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$

LIVE BAIT BAR AND GRILL 200 Old Hammond Hwy., Metairie, 840-0902; www.livebaitnola.com The Bucktown seafood platter includes shrimp, catfish, oysters, soft-shell crab, fries and Texas toast.

For an appetizer, nachos are dressed with ground beef, salsa, jalapeno, sour cream and cheese. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

LOLA 517 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 892-4992 The Pig is a sandwich of cochon de lait, ham, Swiss cheese, coleslaw and Creole mayo on house-made focaccia bread. Pecancrusted black drum is served with braised collard greens, andouille and poached Louisiana oyster broth.

Reservations recommended.

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LOLA’S 3312 Esplanade Ave., 488-6946; www.lolasneworleans.com Grilled yellowfin tuna comes in with spicy mojo sauce, basmati rice and mixed vegetables. The seafood paella combines scallops, calamari, mussels and shrimp in saffron rice. No reservations.

Dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE 69368 Hwy. 21, Covington, (985) 875-1100; www.longhornsteakhouse.com The surf-and-turf dinner includes a lobster-stuffed baked potato, a 7-ounce grilled filet and crab-stuffed mushrooms. Bananas, rum sauce, whipped cream and pecans top the bananas Foster cheesecake. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

LOST LOVE LOUNGE 2529 Dauphine St., 944-0099; www.lostlovelounge.com Beef-topped pho comes with a basket of bean sprouts, basil, lime wedges and jalapeno peppers. Bun is a Vietnamese salad of vermicelli noodles, house-made fish sauce, lettuce, meat or tofu, and a topping of pickled vegetables, nuts and basil.

No reservations. Lunch Sat.Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $

san, grilled asparagus and cream sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

LOUISIANA PIZZA KITCHEN UPTOWN 615 S. Carrollton Ave., 8665900; www.louisianapizzakitchenuptown.com Potato gnocchi features dumplings sauteed with pesto, pine nuts and sun-dried tomatoes topped with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.

Roasted chicken pizza is made with sliced chicken breast, black beans, Roma tomatoes, mozzarella, jalapenos, sour cream and cilantro.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

LUCY’S RETIRED SURFERS BAR & RESTAURANT 701 Tchoupitoulas St., 5238995; www.lucysretiredsurfers.com Todo santos fish tacos feature fried or grilled mahi mahi on flour or corn tortillas with shredded cabbage and avocado relish served with beans and rice. Cabo shrimp and grits are made with honey-jalapeno-chili-marinated jumbo shrimp served over poblano-pepper Jack cheese grits. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

LUKE

1851 Florida St., Mandeville, (985) 626-6044; www.louieandtheredheadlady.com Oysters La Luzianne are fried oysters topped with garlic, parsley, butter and cheese. Eggplant Algiers features three fried eggplant medallions, layered with a crab cake, boiled shrimp, crabmeat and topped with light sherry cream sauce.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

333 St. Charles Ave., 378-2840; www.lukeneworleans.com Jumbo Louisiana shrimp “en cocotte” combines McEwen & Sons’ creamy white-corn grits and Poche’s andouille.

The Luke burger is topped with Allan Benton’s bacon, caramelized onions, tomatoes and Emmentaler cheese and is served with housemade fries. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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337 Dauphine St., 525-3335; www.louisianabistro.net The dirty bird entree combines duck leg confit with dirty rice and a special sauce. The seafood courtbouillon is a traditional Louisiana seafood stew.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Ritz-Carlton, 921 Canal St., 670-2828; www.ritzcarlton.com The pork chop is served with jalapeno and andouille macaroni and cheese and house-made hot pepper jelly.

The BLT features bacon and onion marmalade on housemade brioche. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

LOUISIANA PIZZA KITCHEN 95 French Market Place, 522-9500; www.louisianapizzakitchen.com Smoked salmon pizza comes with Roma tomatoes, capers, red onions, mozzarella, cream cheese and caviar. Lobster ravioli are served with spinach, Parme-

MAGASIN VIETNAMESE CAFE 4201 Magazine St., 8967611; www.magasincafe.com Panko-coated shrimp balls top a vermicelli bowl with lettuce, basil, mint, bean sprouts and peanuts and there’s dipping sauce on the

MAGAZINE PO-BOY SHOP 2368 Magazine St., 522-3107 The fried soft-shell crab po-boy is served dressed on French bread with fries.

Eggplant Parmesan features fried eggplant medallions served over spaghetti with house-made red sauce and comes with salad and French bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

MAGNOLIA GRILL 1122 Decatur St., 5666003; www.magnoliagrillofnola.com The seafood omelet is cooked with crawfish, shrimp, onions and tomatoes. Grilled sirloin is paired with garlic mashed potatoes and sauteed green beans.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

MAHONY’S PO-BOY SHOP 3454 Magazine St., 899-3374; www.mahonyspoboys.com The Peacemaker is made with local fried oysters, bacon and cheddar cheese on Leidenheimer French bread. The cochon po-boy with Creole slaw combines slow-cooked pork and house-made slaw on French bread. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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MANDINA’S RESTAURANT 3800 Canal St., 482-9179; www.mandinasrestaurant.com Fried eggplant sticks come with marinara for dipping.

Fried trout is served with either meuniere sauce or amandine-style. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MANNING’S 519 Fulton St., 593-8118; www.harrahsneworleans.com A cast iron skillet-fried filet mignon is served with twopage 61

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MAISON 508 Frenchmen St., 3715543; www.maisonfrenchmen.com Stuffed peppers feature two red bell peppers filled with ground beef and dirty rice and topped with marinara and Parmesan and come with sweet potato fries and a vegetable. Stuffed chicken breast is filled with mozzarella and mixed greens, topped with marinara and served with potatoes and a vegetable. Reservations accepted. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

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potato hash, fried onions and Southern Comfort pan sauce.

The Crawtator-crusted fish features black drum crusted in Zapp’s Crawtator crumbs and is served with Crystal beurre blanc. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Chef/owner Minh Bui uses inventive culinary fusions and artful presentations to enhance dining experiences at Cafe Minh.

MANO’S PO-BOYS 6943 Saints Drive, Metairie, 734-0922 The Saints special comes with two eggs and choice of meat (ham, bacon, hot sausage or pork sausage) and cheese on a choice of bread. Chickenfried steak with rice or mashed potatoes and a vegetable is a lunch special on Wednesdays and Fridays. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

MAPLE STREET CAFE 7623 Maple St., 314-9003; www.maplestreetcafenola.com Veal osso buco comes over angel hair pasta with a side of broccoli, turnips and red cabbage. Duck Jameel is a boneless breast topped with blueberry cognac sauce.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MAPLE STREET PATISSERIE 7638 Maple St., 304-1526 Bear claws are puff pastry flavored with almond paste, raspberry and cinnamon.

The black-and-white cake is finished with buttercream and chocolate ganache. No reservations. Breakfast Tue.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

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MARDI GRAS ZONE 2706 Royal St., 947-8787; www.mardigraszone.com Vegetable lasagna combines spinach, eggplant, zucchini, ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, creamy bechamel sauce and rustic-style marinara. The Voodoo pizza features a thin crust topped with red sauce, mozzarella, feta, chicken, sausage, tomatoes, red peppers, jalapenos, garlic, Tabasco and cilantro. No reservations.

Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards and checks. $

MARIGNY BRASSERIE 640 Frenchmen St., 945-4472; www.marignybrasserie.com The Frenchmen po-boy combines fried green tomatoes and Gulf shrimp

MARK TWAIN’S PIZZA LANDING 2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, 832-8032; www.marktwainspizza.com The Creole pizza is topped with sauteed shrimp, Gulf crab claw meat, andouille and zucchini. The messy sundae has three scoops of vanilla ice cream, caramel, whipped cream, a cherry, chocolate, blueberries and walnuts. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

THE MARKET CAFE 1000 Decatur St., 527-5000; www.marketcafenola.com The muffuletta combines ham, salami, mortadella, provolone and olive salad and is served warm. The Taste of New Orleans platter includes gumbo, red beans and rice, jambalaya and crawfish etouffee. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MARTIN WINE CELLAR 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, 8967350; www.martinwine.com The Southern-style shrimp and grits features smoked sausage and green onions.

The Cuban sandwich is made with sliced ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese, pickles and yellow mustard on a pressed onion roll. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Fri., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

MARTINIQUE BISTRO 5908 Magazine St., 891-8495; www.martiniquebistro.com Caribbean red curry Gulf shrimp is served with a plantain crepe, Louisiana crawfish tails, coconut and micro-sprouts. Pan-roasted Dulac flounder is prepared with roasted wild mushrooms, wilted spinach and a pinot noir reduction. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

MAT & NADDIE’S 937 Leonidas St., 861-9600; www.matandnaddies.com The thick-cut, crouton-layered Knife and Fork Vietnamese pork belly banh mi features

duck liver pate, mayonnaise, pickled daikon, carrot, cucumber, jalapeno and cilantro oil and Sriracha. Salmon and leeks are served en papillote with tarragon thyme butter, new potatoes, grape tomatoes and mushrooms. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Tue., Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

MAUREPAS FOODS 3200 Burgundy St., 267-0072; www.maurepasfoods.com Goat tacos are served in soft corn tortillas with pickled green tomatoes and cilantro harissa, a Tunisian hot chili sauce. A chicken leg quarter is served with market greens, a slow-poached egg and grits. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$

lime juice, coconut milk and piri piri (spicy chili sauce) and comes with rice or French bread. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$$

MCALISTER’S DELI Citywide; www.mcalistersdeli.com The club sandwich has layers of ham, turkey, cheddar, applewood-smoked bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and honey mustard on toasted wheat bread. The Spud Max potato is loaded with ham, turkey, bacon, melted Swiss and cheddar cheeses, olives, green onions and sour cream.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

MEAUXBAR BISTRO MAXIMO’S ITALIAN GRILL 1117 Decatur St., 586-8883; www.maximosgrill.com Chili-glazed scallops are diver scallops drizzled with sweet and spicy chili glaze and served over a green pear and baby spinach saute. Duck pappardelle is house-made crushed-red pepper pappardelle served with duck confit, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes and wild mushrooms tossed in mascarpone-duck demi-glace. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$

MAYAS 2027 Magazine St., 3093401; www.mojitoland.com Baked Chilean sea bass is topped with a soft-shell crab, sweet and savory soy sauce and served with jumbo Gulf shrimp, asparagus, rice and jalapeno sazon sauce.

Brazilian moqueca combines sauteed jumbo Gulf shrimp, scallops or mahi mahi, baked onions, tomatoes, garlic, fresh

942 N. Rampart St., 5699979; www.meauxbar.com Crispy veal sweetbreads are served with crawfish tails, morel mushrooms and asparagus spears. Sauteed Florida frog leg Provencal comes with fennel slaw. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

MELANGE 2106 Chartres St., 309-7335; www.melangenola.com Lapin au vin is braised rabbit served with white wine demi-glace, tomatoes, roasted shallots, potatoes and crispy pancetta. Duck duet includes duck confit on braised Napa cabbage and roasted duck breast with cayenne-lavenderbalsamic-hoisin sauce and crispy fried onions. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

The half-and-half burger features a quarter-pound sirloin patty on top of a quarterpound hot sausage patty served on a sesame seed bun.

The Buffalo chicken wrap is made with grilled chicken tossed in house-made buffalo sauce and rolled in a tortilla with shredded cheese, lettuce and tomatoes and served with a side of ranch dressing. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

MELLOW MUSHROOM 1645 Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 327-5407; www. mellowmushroom.com The Greek salad tops iceberg lettuce with feta, red onions, tomatoes and kalamata olives.

The muffuletta pizza is topped with salami, pepperoni, ham, freshwater mozzarella and caramelized onions and comes with a spring greens salad. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

features house-made smoked tasso. The muffuletta combines ham, salami, mozzerella, Swiss cheese and housemade olive salad on French bread and is served warm.

No reservations. Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

MERCHANT 800 Common St., 571-9850; www.merchantneworleans.com The pancetta crepe includes roasted tomato, basil and mozzarella. The prosciutto croque baton is a sandwich dressed with Italian cheeses and red onion. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

MIA’S BALCONY 1622 St. Charles Ave., 3019570; www.miasbalcony.com Pan-seared duck breast is served with black cherry-bourbon glaze. The Gulf Napoleon features a fish fillet and dill cream sauce. No reservations.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

THE MELTING POT 1820 St. Charles Ave., 5253225; www.meltingpot.com Boston Lager cheddar cheese fondue contains Sam Adams Boston Lager, cheddar and Emmentaler cheeses seasoned with Nueske’s applewood-smoked bacon, onion, Dijon mustard, Tabasco and scallions. The Fondue Feast includes Angus sirloin, shrimp, Buffalo chicken, Memphisstyle pork tenderloin and wild mushroom sacchetti. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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200 Chartres St., 525-0217; www.menaspalace.com The Cajun tasso omelet

MIDDENDORF’S 30160 Hwy. 51 S., Akers, (985) 386-6666; www.middendorfsrestaurant.com The fried seafood platter includes oysters, shrimp, thin-sliced catfish and hushpuppies. The catfish dinner includes fried catfish, coleslaw, hushpuppies and fries. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

THE MIDWAY 4725 Freret St., 322-2815; www.midwaypizzanola.com The Money pie is loaded with spinach, cheese, pepperoni, meatballs, roasted garlic, grape tomatoes and basil.

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4201 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite D, Metairie, 8872167; www.marbleslab.com Banana ice cream is made with bits of banana and a sweet cream base. Mango sorbet is a popular non-dairy choice. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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Blackened Gulf fish is served over dirty rice with lump crabmeat and Tabasco hollandaise. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

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medley of romaine lettuce, roasted chicken, bacon, tomato, red onion and Green Goddess dressing. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

MIKE’S ON THE AVENUE 628 St. Charles Ave., 5237600; www.mikesontheavenue.com The Pacific blue prawns and seared sea scallops special features a scallop and Tabasco souffle, asparagus, baby carrots and white winecognac-tarragon cream sauce. The togarashi seared Mississippi speckled trout yakisoba includes Hawaiian sweet lump crabmeat, tomato-ginger salsa, vermicelli, stir-fried vegetables, soy-mirin brown sauce and crispy shallots. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

olives, maple pecans and spring mixed greens in citrus-balsamic vinaigrette. The Thai-chili chicken po-boy is dressed with Thai sweet chili sauce, sour cream, red onions, tomatoes and mozzarella. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

MIMI’S IN THE MARIGNY 2601 Royal St., 872-9868; www.mimisinthemarigny.net The empanadas are filled with a mixture of ground beef, golden raisins, olives, pepper and garlic and served with roasted red pepper aioli. The ensalada a la plancha is made with grilled romaine, boqueron vinaigrette and manchego cheese. No reservations.

Dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $

MR. B’S BISTRO MIKIMOTO JAPANESE RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi.com The deluxe roll features fried shrimp and cream cheese with snow crab, tuna, salmon, avocado, pink and eel sauces and tempura flakes on top. The Tiger roll features spicy tuna inside a seaweed wrap and is topped with salmon, avocado, pink and eel sauces and tempura flakes. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Dinner daily, lunch Sun.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

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MILANO’S PIZZERIA 3002 Cleary Ave., Metairie, 780-7500 The spinach and artichoke pizza features garlic-butter sauce, spinach, mushrooms, onion, tomatoes and mozzarella and feta cheeses.

The Greek salad combines lettuce, tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onion, green pepper and feta cheese in house-made sun-dried tomato dressing. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MILK BAR 1514 Delachaise St., 891-9361 The maple pecan and feta salad includes red onions, feta, sauteed mushrooms, Roma tomatoes, kalamata

MR. GYROS GREEK RESTAURANT 3363 Severn Ave., Metairie, 833-9228; www.mrgyrosnola.com Gyro plates of lamb and beef come with lemon-roasted potatoes, tzatziki sauce and pita bread. The baked moussaka is made with layers of eggplant, potatoes and seasoned ground beef topped with creamy bechamel sauce. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

MR. JOHN’S STEAK HOUSE 2111 St. Charles Ave., 6797697; www.mrjohnssteakhouse.com The 12-ounce USDA prime New York Strip is cooked in an ultra-hot broiler and arrives sizzling with butter.

The twin lobster tails entree features two broiled 6-ounce tails and a side item. Reservations required. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

MR. POOR BOY RESTAURANT 10202 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, 737-1170 Fried soft-shell crab is served with a crab cake and house-made eggplant sauce with two sides. The roast beef po-boy features house-made slow-cooked roast beef dressed with all the fixings. No reservations.

MR. ROO’S DELI & CATERING 3501 Severn Ave., Metairie, 885-4010; www.mrroosdeli.com Fried or grilled chicken tops Caesar salad. The Mr. Club sandwich features turkey, ham, American cheese, bacon, lettuce and tomato on white or wheat toast. No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $

MIYAKO JAPANESE SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE 1403 St. Charles Ave., 4109997; www.miyakonola.com The Shaggy Dog roll combines snow crab, shrimp tempura, avocado, spicy mayo and eel sauce. The Volcano roll features cucumber, crabmeat and avocado inside and shrimp, crab, octopus and eel and special sauce on top. Reservations recommended. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

MO’S PIZZA 1112 Avenue H, Westwego, 341-9650; www.mospizza.net The muffuletta pizza tops an olive oil-brushed crust with ham, Genoa salami, mortadella, cheese and olive salad. Lasagna features layers of ricotta, mozzarella and meat sauce and is served with garlic bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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MOJITO’S RUM BAR & GRILL 437 Esplanade Ave., 2524800; www.mojitosnola.com Jamaican grilled pork chops come with mango applesauce, black beans and rice.

Pan-seared Aruba scallops are served with white chocolate-chipotle sauce, vegetables and jalapeno cheese grits. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

MOJO COFFEE HOUSE 1500 Magazine St., 525-2244 Mojo offers locally baked strawberry mint scones.

One popular drink is iced coffee made with non homogenized Smith Creamery milk. No reservations.

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817 Common St., 412-2580; www.milaneworleans.com The barbecue lobster features half a lobster tail, a claw and a toasted garlic-butter baguette. The crispy baby French chicken is a whole young chicken served with fingerling potatoes and red wine reduction. Reservations recommended. Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

201 Royal St., 523-2078; www.mrbsbistro.com The gumbo ya ya combines chicken and andouille sausage in a dark roux. The shrimp and grits feature sauteed pecan-smoked baconwrapped jumbo Gulf shrimp with stone-ground grits and red-eye gravy. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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Thank you for 68 years of loyal, unwavering support of Probst Decorating! We have felt honored and privileged to have designed for so many wonderful people over the years and to have been trusted with making your house a beautiful place to come home to.

With that said, I am letting everyone know that we are not closing down; however, we are reinventing Probst for a new generation. We will no longer have retail space with bolts of fabric and furnishings. Our brand new design studio will be much more attentive + personal, offering a full one-on-one experience with each client. Our design assistance will be strictly by appointment from now on, allowing us to provide our clients with a more personal, complete service: something we have not been able to give beforehand.

The designers will be available for everything from in-home consultations to simple paint selections. We still have a full service on-site workroom for everything from custom couture window treatments and furniture to lighting, area rugs, and our extensive fabric + resource library, along with so much more. Please send us an email, so that we can send you all of these new details, including news on our new jewelry boutique, Saints and Angels.

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MONA’S CAFE 504 Frenchmen St., 9494115; 1120 S. Carrollton Ave., 861-8175; 3901 Banks St., 482-7743; 4126 Magazine St., 894-9800 House-made hummus is served with pita bread that’s made fresh daily.

The chicken shawarma is marinated in olive oil, lemon and spices, then roasted. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

MONDO 900 Harrison Ave., 2242633; www.mondoneworleans.com Steamed mussels feature house-made chorizo and tomatoes in garlic-sherry broth. The fire-roasted vegetable pizza is baked in a wood-burning oven and made with spinach and ricotta. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

MONSTER PO-BOYS 1814 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 9, Mandeville, (985) 626-9183 Grilled shrimp are served over rotini pasta in garlicbutter sauce. The Monster po-boy includes ham, turkey, roast beef cooked in-house and cheese and is served smothered in gravy. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Fri. Credit cards and checks. $

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MORNING CALL 3325 Severn Ave., Metairie, 885-4068; Clearview Mall, 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 779-5348; www.morningcallcoffeestand.com Beignets are made with a 140-year-old recipe.

Crawfish etouffee is one of the classic Creole items offered on the brief menu.

No reservations. Severn Avenue: open 24 hours daily.

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MORTON’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 702 Water St., Madisonville, (985) 845-4970; www.mortonsseafood.com The steamed Cajun Dungeness crab legs are served with drawn butter, french fries or a baked potato, and a house salad. The combina-

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE 1 Canal Place, 365 Canal St., 566-0221; www.mortons.com/neworleans Center-cut filets mignon are available in 6-, 8- and 12-ounce sizes. Morton’s molten chocolate cake is a signature dessert. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

MOSCA’S RESTAURANT 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, 436-9942; www.moscasrestaurant.com Oysters Mosca features Louisiana oysters baked with Italian seasoning and bread crumbs. Chicken a la Grande is chicken sauteed with rosemary, Italian seasonings, whole cloves of garlic and white wine.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$

MOTHER’S RESTAURANT 401 Poydras St., 523-9656; www.mothersrestaurant.net The Famous Ferdi po-boy includes roast beef debris, baked ham, gravy, shredded cabbage, sliced pickles, mayo and yellow and Creole mustards. The jambalaya is studded with chicken and sausage. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MULATE’S CAJUN RESTAURANT 201 Julia St., 522-1492; www.mulates.com The catfish Mulate’s is a fillet topped with crawfish etouffee. For dessert, there’s bread pudding made with raisins and topped with butter-rum sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

THE MUNCH FACTORY 5339 Franklin Ave., 3245372; www.themunchfactory.net The Gentilly chicken salad features mixed greens topped with fried or grilled chicken, bacon, shredded cheese, tomatoes, roasted corn and honey-mustard dressing. Blackened redfish is served with mashed potatoes and the side item of the day. Reservations accepted.

Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

MURIEL’S JACKSON SQUARE 801 Chartres St., 5681885; www.muriels.com The wood-grilled double-cut

pork chop is topped with Louisiana sugar cane-apple glaze and comes with Southern-style greens and pecanglazed sweet potatoes.

Pecan-crusted puppy drum is served with lemon-butter sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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NAKED PIZZA 701 Metairie Road, Suite 2A105, Metairie, 835-0066; 6307 S. Miro St., 8650244; www.nakedpizza.biz The Superbiotic pizza features artichoke, spinach, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, mushrooms and garlic. The Omnivore includes ham, pepperoni, hamburger, black olives, mushrooms and bell pepper. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

NAPOLEON HOUSE BAR & CAFE 500 Chartres St., 524-9752; www.napoleonhouse.com A salad option is the housemade shrimp remoulade stuffed avocado. The house specialty is the muffuletta made with ham, Genoa salami, pastrami, olive salad, Swiss and provolone cheeses and served warm. page 67

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1000 N. Peters St., 524-4747 Traditional crawfish etouffee features red sauce made with onions and green peppers. Louisiana crab cakes are topped with crawfish cream sauce. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

tion seafood boat features a hollowed-out Leidenheimer loaf stuffed with shrimp, oysters and catfish. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

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No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

NATHAN’S RESTAURANT 36440 Old Bayou Liberty Road, Slidell, (985) 643-0443; www.nathansrestaurant.net Blackened tuna is served on a bed of tasso and potato hash topped with Creole honey butter. Char-broiled Louisiana oysters are topped with garlic butter.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

NEW ORLEANS BREAKFAST AND PANCAKE HOUSE 101 Lapalco Blvd., Gretna, 394-7272 Char-broiled oysters are served with French bread.

The chicken and waffle combination includes half a fried chicken. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch daily.

Credit cards. $$

NEW ORLEANS CAKE CAFE & BAKERY 2440 Chartres St., 9430010; www.nolacakes.com Crab, Brie, spinach and bacon fill a sandwich on house-made challah. The tofu sandwich is dressed with cucumber, pesto and roasted tomato. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

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NEW YORK PIZZA 4418 Magazine St., 8912376; www.newyorkpizzanola.com The Big Apple pie features pepperoni, Canadian bacon, onions, mushrooms, Italian sausage and black olives.

The Queens pizza tops an olive oil base with spinach, mozzarella and feta cheeses, mushrooms and artichokes.

No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $$

NEYOW’S CREOLE CAFE 3340 Bienville St., 8275474; www.neyowscreolecafe.net The Southern fried chicken is made with Creole-seasoned batter and is fried golden brown. Pasta on

NIRVANA INDIAN CUISINE 4308 Magazine St., 8949797; www.insidenirvana.com Mushroom masala features mushrooms sauteed in onion and tomato cream sauce. The Flag of India trio includes saag paneer, butter chicken and a chicken kebab with cashew sauce. Reservations recommended for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

NOLA BEANS 762 Harrison Ave., 2670783; www.nolabeans.com The Spanish Fort salad combines avocado, grilled chicken, pico de gallo, corn and black beans atop romaine lettuce with avocado ranch dressing.

The Argonne, which can be ordered as a sandwich or wrap, includes roasted turkey, Havarti cheese, sprouts, avocado, tomatoes and a house spread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Muffulettas are piled with imported meats and cheeses and olive salad. A vegetarian version substitutes artichokes and roasted red peppers for the meat.

No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

NOSH 219 Dauphine St., 5816674; www.nolanosh.com Corned beef hash features house-cooked corned beef, hash browns and two eggs any style. Biscuits and gravy feature country-style sausage gravy. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

THE NUTRITION COMPANY 4350 Hwy. 22, Suite H, Mandeville, (985) 7273482; www.vitalityjuice.com The Rudy smoothie is a protein-rich, sugar-free coffee and chocolate-flavored drink.

The chicken sandwich is dressed with wilted spinach, red onion and Dijonnaise. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

534 St. Louis St., 5226652; www.emerils.com Maine lobster tops a salad of celery root and roasted beets in green onion-buttermilk dressing. The shrimp and grits presents sauteed Gulf shrimp over smokedcheddar grits with red chili-Abita beer butter sauce.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Thu.-Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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3125 Esplanade Ave., 9481717; www.nonnamia.net Pasta Capri is fettuccine tossed with shrimp, sundried tomatoes, kalamata olives, spinach and white wine-garlic-butter sauce.

The Roma pizza is topped with prosciutto, Roma tomatoes, mixed greens and fresh mozzarella. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

2020 Belle Chasse Hwy., Terrytown, 391-7229; www.obriensgrille.com The Parmesan tomato bread pudding is made with French bread and savory custard and topped with fried crawfish tails and hot sauce hollandaise. The oysters O’Neil features baked Louisiana oysters topped with a blend of cheeses, breadcrumbs and hollandaise. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

NONNA’S ITALIAN BAKERY & CAFE 2033 N. Hwy. 190, Suite F, Covington, (985) 893-1488; www.nonnasrandazzo.com Nonna’s specializes in Italian pastries including cannoli with house-made filling and shells. Housemade chocolate eclairs are popular. No reservations.

Breakfast Tue.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

NOR-JOE IMPORT COMPANY 505 Frisco Ave., Metairie, 833-9240; www.norjoe.com

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NUVOLARI’S 246 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 626-5619; www.nuvolaris.com The pesto-crusted salmon is served with smoked tomato risotto, grilled asparagus and basil-pesto butter. The veal is served over wild mushrooms, Alfredo pasta and topped with jumbo lump crabmeat in a lemon beurre blanc. All entrees come with soup or salad. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$$

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Citywide; www.nohsc.com The catfish plate features thin-cut fried catfish, coleslaw, sweet cornbread hushpuppies and wedge fries.

The Baja burger is topped with avocado, applewoodsmoked bacon, red onions and chipotle sauce and is served with wedge-cut garlic-herb fries. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

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OAK 8118 Oak St., 302-1485; www.oaknola.com Gulf shrimp tacos combine pickled vegetables, avocado and lime crema in housemade tortillas. The hanger steak bruschetta is topped with Point Reyes blue cheese and smoked red onion marmalade. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner and late-night Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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OCEANA GRILL 739 Conti St., 525-6002; www.oceanagrill.com Crab cakes are rolled in breadcrumbs, herbs and Parmesan cheese, deep fried and served with crawfish cream sauce.

Eggs Melanzana are fried eggplant rounds topped with ham, grilled tomato, poached eggs, hollandaise and Parmesan. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $$

OLIVE BRANCH CAFE 1995 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, 348-2008; 5145 Gen. DeGaulle Drive, 393-1107; www.olivebranchcafe.com The pasta jambalaya combines smoked sausage, grilled chicken breast, onion and bell pepper in Cajun cream sauce with penne pasta. The Muffuletta pizza features olive salad, provolone cheese, ham and salami. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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8140 Oak St., 866-8710; www.oakstreetcafe.com French toast is stuffed with baked Brie and topped with New England maple syrup coulis and fresh blueberries and served with two eggs and ham, sausage or bacon.

Crawfish Boudreau features two poached eggs atop a split biscuit with Roma tomatoes, crawfish and hollandaise. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch daily.

Credit cards. $

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204 Decatur St., 525-7734; www.olivierscreole.com Braised Creole rabbit is served with sage-oyster dressing. The eggplant Olivier appetizer features crawfish tails and andouille in basil-garlic sauce atop flash-fried eggplant slices.

Reservations recommended. Lunch Tues.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

ONE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 8132 Hampson St., 301-

9061; www.one-sl.com The duck confit leg quarter is served grilled chicken sausage, applesauce, heirloom potatoes and baby carrots. Louisiana crab cakes are served with mirliton frites and basil pesto. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

ORANGE COUCH 2339 Royal St., 267-7327; www.theorangecouchcoffee.com The Mocha Masala is a latte made with espresso, dark chocolate and houseground masala spice. For a sweet bite, try the Japanese Mochi ice cream. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

ORIGAMI 5130 Freret St., 899-6532, www.origami5130freret.jimdo.com Chicken yakisoba features stir-fried egg noodles and chicken. The Funky Margarita roll is made with either crawfish or spicy tuna and spicy guacamole.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

THE ORIGINAL PIERRE MASPERO’S 440 Chartres St., 5248990; www.pierremasperosrestaurant.com Seafood-stuffed pistolettes combine creamy shrimp, crab and crawfish stuffing in Leidenheimer bread. Fettuccini corn maque choux features blackened chicken over pasta tossed with sauteed corn, peppers and tasso in cream sauce. No reservations. Breakfast Fri.Mon., lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Sat., dinner daily, late-night Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

P & G RESTAURANT 345 Baronne St., 525-9678 Baked chicken is served with baked macaroni and a vegetable. Lasagna is served with a house salad and corn. Delivery available.

No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

PALACE CAFE 605 Canal St., 523-1661; www.palacecafe.com Crabmeat cheesecake is baked in a pecan crust and topped with sauteed wild mushrooms and Creole meuniere. Pepper-crusted duck breast is served with seared Hudson Valley foie gras, parsnip mashed potatoes, citrus-confit salad and sauce au poivre. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

PALM COURT JAZZ CAFE 1204 Decatur St., 5250200; www.palmcourtjazzcafe.com The oysters Bordelaise features fried oysters in garlicparsley sauce served with new potatoes and broccoli.

Crawfish Nantua features tail meat flamed in brandy cream and is served over rice. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

PARADISE CAFE 3717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 888-4141; www.paradisecafeandgifts.com The club deluxe sandwich combines ham, turkey, cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise.

Chicken salad is served scooped onto an avocado.

No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

720 Orleans Ave., 5231930; www.orleansgrapevine.com Flounder is stuffed with Pontchartrain blue crabmeat, topped with crawfish-tasso cream sauce and served over pecan popcorn rice with baby vegetables. The herb-scented rack of lamb is served with brandy peppercorn demi-glace and truffled mashed potatoes.

No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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2027 Metairie Road, Metairie, 831-9540 House-cooked roast beef goes into a po-boy, which is served hot. The half-pound burger comes with an overstuffed baked potato.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-

3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 885-3416 The seafood muffuletta features fried shrimp, oysters, catfish and Parran’s Cajun mayo on seeded bread. The prime rib po-boy is served au jus and comes with a side of horseradish. No reserva-

538 Hagan Ave., 482-3047; www.parkwaypoorboys.com The Surf and Turf po-boy combines slow-cooked roast beef and fried shrimp on Leidenheimer bread. The Reuben combines corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Thousand Island dressing. Reservations for large parties accepted.

Lunch and dinner Wed.Mon. Credit cards. $

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PARROT PETE’S 1901 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, 362-9780; www.parrotpetes.com The Best Banker sandwich is a toasted croissant filled with roasted turkey, bacon, cheddar, avocado, and honey-mustard dressing.

The Pete’s Plate breakfast platter includes two eggs any style, sausage or bacon, grits or hash browns, and toast. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch daily.

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PATIO RESTAURANT 5540 Crowder Blvd., 240-6744 The seafood baked potato is stuffed with crabmeat, shrimp, crawfish, green onions and cheese. Smothered cabbage is make with Creole seasonings. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

PATOIS 6078 Laurel St., 895-9441; www.patoisnola.com Spiced Muscovy duck breast is served with lacinato kale, cotechino sausage, duck confit, wild rice calas and chestnut-honey reduction. Pan-seared grouper is

THE PEACEBAKER 6601 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 1, Metairie, 888-9094; www.thepeacebaker.com The vegan pink lemonade cupcake is a lemon cupcake topped with tart lemonade buttercream. The red velvet whoopee pie has fluffy cream cheese frosting and is both vegan and gluten-free. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $

Red velvet cupcakes are topped with cream cheese icing, and Very Berry Strawberry cakes feature golden cake filled with fresh strawberries and topped with cream cheese icing and strawberry drizzle. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

PETUNIA’S PLACE 2020 Hwy. 59, Mandeville, (985) 674-3436; www.petuniasplace.com Eggplant JoAnn features breaded eggplant medallions topped with artichoke dressing, sauteed crawfish and Alfredo sauce and is served with garlic buttered pasta. Pecan-crusted redfish is topped with meuniere and served with chicken and sausage jambalaya. Reservations accepted. Lunch Thu.-Tue., dinner Thu.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

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741 Royal St., 581-4478; www.pereantoine.com Barbecue shrimp are served shelled with house barbecue sauce. Oyster and artichoke soup is a popular starter. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $$

1640 Hickory Ave., Suite C, Harahan, 305-1705; 3020 Severn Ave., Metairie, 3249080; www.phils-grill.com The Philet mignon features 100 percent ground filet mignon. Irish Channel Nachos feature potato skin chips topped with chili, cheddar, sauteed jalapenos, tomato and come with sides of avocado-tomato relish and sour cream. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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8123 Hampson St., 8650336; www.pepperoniscafe.com Huevos rancheros feature two fried eggs on flour tortillas topped with black beans, sour cream, guacamole and ranchero sauce.

The Nutella crepe combines fresh strawberries and chocolate-hazelnut spread.

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Breakfast Sat.-Mon., lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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1838 Napoleon Ave., 895-4877 A signature Pascal’s dish is the New Orleans barbecue shrimp with tangy, buttery sauce and French bread.

Veal Gambero is paneed veal served with peeled barbecue shrimp and a side of barbecue sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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PHO HOA RESTAURANT 1308 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, 302-2094 One traditional pho is topped with tripe and served with a basket of herbs. Chargrilled pork tops a vermicelli bowl filled with lettuce, cucumbers, cilantro, bean sprouts and crispy egg rolls.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

PHO ORCHID 3117 Houma Blvd., Metairie, 457-4188; www.phoorchid.com Grilled pork and shrimp spring rolls are bundled with lettuce, bean sprouts, cucumbers and vermicelli in rice paper. The namesake Orchid pho includes steak, brisket, meatball, tendon and tripe and noodles. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

PHO NOLA 3320 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, 941-7690; www.pho-nola.com The Crispy Bird’s Nest includes stir-fried beef, chicken, shrimp and vegetables over egg noodles drizzled with house sauce.

The NOLA combination banh mi fills a baguette with roast and barbecued pork, Vietnamese ham, pickled carrots, cucumber, daikon and aioli. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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PHOENICIA RESTAURANT 4201 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 889-9950 Marinated chunks of chicken are skewered on kebabs and come with hummus, rice and salad. The kafta shish kebab platter comes with hummus, rice and salad. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

PICCADILLY Citywide; www.piccadilly.com Southern-style fried chicken is a staple at these cafeterias. Shrimp Diablo features shrimp simmered in spicy tomato sauce and served over rice. No reservations.

Hours vary by location.

Credit cards. $

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PINKBERRY 300 Canal St., phone n.a.; 5601 Magazine St., 899-4260; 3460 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 6127306; www.pinkberry.com Fresh peach slices and cinnamon streusel are a popular pairing for the yogurt shop’s seasonal peach flavor. The original flavor is tart and is made with real nonfat milk and yogurt. No reservations.

Canal Street: Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Magazine Street: lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

PITA PIT 5800 Magazine St., 8994141; www.pitapitnola.com The roasted red pepper hummus sandwich is served with your choice of fresh or grilled vegetables, cheese and sauce. The Aloha is made with chicken, Black Forest ham and pineapples grilled in teriyaki sauce.

Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $

PIZZA FLORENCE 4445 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 888-7888; www.pizzaflorence.net The barbecue chicken pizza swaps barbecue sauce for traditional tomato and is topped with chicken, mozzarella, green peppers and red onions. The Florentine wrap is filled with creamy spinach, artichoke, shrimp and mozzarella. Delivery available.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $

PIZZA MAN OF COVINGTON 1248 N. Collins Blvd., Covington, (985) 892-9874 The Wow pie features a hand-tossed, olive oilbrushed crust topped with artichoke hearts, crab, garlic and Romano cheese, and asparagus and eggplant are other options. The Pizza Palace is loaded with pepperoni, Italian sausage, green peppers, onions and house-made meatballs.

Delivery available. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

PIZZA NOLA 141 W. Harrison Ave., Suite A, 872-0731; www.pizzanola.com Goat cheese crisps feature flaky homemade dough topped with rosemary, goat cheese, prosciutto, olive oil and sea salt. The Fleur de Lis pizza features a garlicinfused olive oil sauce, mozzarella and blue cheeses, basil, bacon and tomatoes.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

PIZZICARE 3001 Tulane Ave., 3014823; www.pizzicare.com The NOLA Green Roots pie is loaded with local vegetables and mozzarella on a crust brushed with pesto and tarragon oil. The charcuterie pizza is topped with salami, pancetta, sopressata and fresh arugula. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

PORT OF CALL 838 Esplanade Ave., 5230120; www.portofcallnola.com Port of Call is known for its thick half-pound burgers served with a baked potato on the side. Mushrooms sauteed in wine sauce is an a la carte side dish. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

THE PRALINE CONNECTION 542 Frenchmen St., 9433934; www.pralineconnection.com Creole soul food staples include red beans and rice and the fried Gulf shrimp plate both served with cornbread and a choice of side such as collard greens, mac and cheese or potato salad.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

PRAVDA 1113 Decatur St., 581-1112; www.pravdaofnola.com Deep-fried devil’s food cupcakes come with whipped cream and a sprinkling of powdered sugar. Two local classics are combined in bananas Foster beignets. No reservations. Dinner Thu.Sat. Credit cards. $$

PRESS IT BISTROT & AUTOMAT 935 Gravier St., (800) 204-8810; www.pressitbistrot.com The Creole cochon de lait panino combines pulled pork, Creole coleslaw, pickles and red onion on wheatberry bread. Get a pizza topped with herb-infused oil, sun-dried tomatoes, bacon and blue cheese. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ page 73

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113 Westbank Expwy., Gretna, 368-9846 The spicy fish broth-based bun bo hue includes pork, beef and rice noodles. The PTB wonton soup comes with homemade pork-andshrimp wontons. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Wed. and Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

2743; 4300 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 885-5566; www.piepizzaandpastas.com The Swamp Thing pizza is topped with alligator and duck sausage, sweet onions and Cajun tomato sauce.

Sauteed Gulf shrimp tossed with red onions, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and mixed greens fill a lavash wrap. No reservations. Veterans Memorial Boulevard: lunch and dinner daily. South Peters Street: lunch and dinner daily, late-night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Lakeside Shopping Center Annex, 17th Street at Severn Avenue, Metairie, 835-3151; 5200 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 780-9970; www.lovepuccinos.com The eggs Puccino breakfast sandwich includes egg, ham and cheese on a warm English muffin. Grits Your Way offers a choice of cheeses and fillings like bacon, ham or Italian sausage. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

249 Aris Ave., Metairie, 831-1537 Cajun delight sandwiches are loaded with crawfish cakes, fried green tomatoes, remoulade, lettuce and green onions and served on French bread, bun or white or wheat bread. Housemade roast beef goes in a po-boy or on a bun or sliced bread. No reservations.

Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

PUPUSERIA DIVINO CORAZON 2300 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, 368-5724 The large sweet corn tamales are served with a generous dollop of creme fraiche.

Combination pupusas are thick cornmeal tortillas filled with pork, beans and cheese. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

RAISING CANE’S CHICKEN FINGERS Citywide; www.raisingcanes.com The Box combines four fried chicken tenderloins, tangy Cane’s sauce, French fries, Texas toast and coleslaw.

Wash it down with Cane’s fresh-squeezed lemonade served over crushed ice. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

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3149 Calhoun St., 861-9602 Vegetarian grape leaves blend rice and seasonings and come with creamy yogurt sauce. The lamb gyro wrap is dressed with lettuce and tomatoes and served with hummus, fries or salad.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

217 Camp St., 587-7720; www.ramblanola.com Grilled sweetbreads en brochette are served with a tangy mushroom and cider reduction, crisp arugula salad and bacon. Steamed mussels are served with white wine-garlic broth and french fries. Reservations recommended. Breakfast daily, lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

1100 Bourbon St., 5291416; www.quartermasterdeli.com Slow-cooked pork ribs are coated in house barbecue sauce and served with two sides. Slow-roasted beef is sliced thin, doused in gravy and served on 10-inch French loaves. No reservations. 24 hours daily.

Cash only. $

R & O’S RESTAURANT 216 Old Hammond Hwy., Metairie, 831-1248 Roast beef po-boys are topped with your choice of red gravy or cheese. The muffuletta includes ham, salami, Swiss and mozzarella cheeses, and olive salad and is served on toasted bread.

No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

125 Camp St., 561-8844; www.redgravycafe.com House-made cannoli cream is spread between pancakes topped with whipped cream and chocolate chips.

The bruschetta burger features a beef patty topped with provolone cheese, chopped tomatoes, red onion and basil. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., brunch Sat. Credit cards. $

RED MANGO 70415 Hwy. 21, Covington, (985) 893-0255; www.redmangousa.com Pomegranate yogurt is made from POM Wonderful juice, and white peach is a popular flavor. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

RED EYE GRILL 852 S. Peters St., 5939393; www.redeyegrill.net Red Eye’s classic cheeseburger features a patty dressed with tomato, onion and lettuce and is served with Cajun fries or onion rings. The grilled tuna steak sandwich is similarly dressed and comes with Cajun fries. No reservations.

Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner and late-night Mon.-Thu. Credit cards. $

RED FISH GRILL 115 Bourbon St., 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com A frisee and spinach salad is topped with warm bacon vinaigrette, egg and pork belly croutons. The shrimp and grits feature peppery barbecue Gulf shrimp and

1036 Lafayette St., Gretna, 367-0935; www.theredmaple.com Large Gulf shrimp are rolled in shredded coconut and fried to a golden brown.

Redfish Pontchartrain is topped with lump crabmeat and served with mashed potatoes, vegetables and mushroom-sherry cream sauce. Reservations accepted. Dinner and late-night Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

THE RED PALACE 1025 Westbank Expwy., Gretna, 366-7071 Fried soft-shell crab is topped with crawfish tails in spicy sauce. The Shanghai chicken features sesamecrusted chicken served with spicy tung cho, a soy-based sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

REDEMPTION 3835 Iberville St., 3093570; www.redemptionnola.com Roasted duck breast is served with red onion, yam and andouille sausage hash, sauteed spinach and Kadota fig jus. Louisiana crawfish remoulade fills a crispy avocado cup. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

REFUEL COFFEE AND NOSH 8124 Hampson St., 8720187; www.refuelcafe.com The California omelet combines eggs, avocado, bacon and cheese and comes with a side of fruit, potatoes or grits. The Spring sandwich features turkey, Swiss cheese, spinach, tomatoes, avocado, alfalfa sprouts and Creole mustard on sevengrain bread. No reservations. page 75

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8108 Hampson St., 8648108; www.pureyocult.com The custom blend of Original Pure Tart uses nonfat, all-natural, kosher-certified yogurt that tastes like Creole cream cheese. Raspberry tart is a popular seasonal flavor. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

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THE RED MAPLE RALPH & KACOO’S 519 Toulouse St., 5225226; www.ralphandkacoos.com Catfish Cocodrie features a grilled or fried fillet topped with crawfish etouffee and served with braised potatoes and mixed vegetables. At lunch, the crabmeat Louie salad combines iceberg and romaine, hardboiled egg, red peppers, olives and purple onions in house-made seafood dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Creole cream cheese grits.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$

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REGINELLI’S PIZZERIA Citywide; www.reginellis.com The saltimbocca pizza features prosciutto, marinated chicken breast and garlicherb sauce. The Parthenon pie is loaded with feta, artichokes, Roma tomatoes and mushrooms. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

RESTAURANT AUGUST 301 Tchoupitoulas St., 299-9777; www.restaurantaugust.com Signature house-made gnocchi are tossed with blue crab and Perigord truffles.

Breaded trout Pontchartrain is served with wild mushrooms, jumbo lump crabmeat and hollandaise. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

RESTAURANT CYPRESS 4426 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, 885-6885; www.restaurantcypress.com Stewed rabbit sauce piquant features spicy tomato broth and andouille rice pilaf.

Sauteed veal is served with portobello-crabmeat stuffing, asparagus and sherry beurre blanc. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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RESTAURANT R’EVOLUTION 777 Bienville St., 553-2277; www.revolutionnola.com Death by Gumbo is a reinvented dish featuring a whole semi-boneless quail stuffed with oysters, andouille and rice with gumbo poured around the bird, which is then carved tableside. Crawfishstuffed flounder Napoleon features the fish filled with crawfish and shrimp mousse, cooked sous-vide and served with artichoke and oyster stew and fried crawfish boulettes. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

ton, (985) 875-1006; www. delportoristorante.com The house-made ravioli are stuffed with local Swiss chard, ricotta, lemon butter and parmigiano Reggiano.

The red-wine braised beef short ribs come with creamy herbed polenta and market greens. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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7801 Panola St., 314-1810 Huevos rancheros are flour tortillas topped with eggs, black beans, salsa, cheddar and guacamole. Crab cakes replace English muffins in a seafood version of eggs Benedict. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch daily.

Credit cards. $

1917 Ridgelake Drive, Metairie, 835-4008 Veal Marsala features sauteed veal topped with mushrooms and wine sauce.

Ravioli Russo are filled with ricotta cheese and smothered in marinara. Reservations accepted. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

RICCOBONO’S PEPPERMILL 3524 Severn Ave., Metairie, 455-2266; www.riccobonos.com Oysters Riccobono are baked with mushrooms, garlic, olive oil, breadcrumbs and cheese, and served with spaghetti bordelaise. Mirliton is stuffed with Gulf shrimp tossed in tangy Creole dressing and comes with roasted brabant potatoes.

Reservations accepted.

Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

RIVERSHACK TAVERN 3449 River Road, Jefferson, 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern.com The soft-shell crab po-boy is served with a side of regular or sweet potato fries. The Tex-Mex burger is topped with sauteed mushrooms, onions, pepper Jack cheese and bacon. No reservations.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards and checks. $

ROCK ’N’ BOWL THE RIDGE BISTRO 1827 Hickory Ave., 3054195; www.ridgebistro.com The Madame Cristo layers grilled ham, melted cheddar and sweet fruit preserves on a toasted croissant. Braised beef is slow-cooked in natural jus and served with potatoes au gratin. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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RISTORANTE DA PIERO 401 Williams Blvd., Kenner, 469-8585; www. ristorantedapiero.net The grilliata mista includes lamb leg, a pork chop, pancetta and Italian sausage.

House-made gnocchi are topped with Gorgonzola cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

Half Day and Full Day Programs available for 2 and 3 year olds Now accepting applications for Age 2 to Grade 12 For more information or to schedule a personal tour of the George Cottage or St. Martin’s, call 504-736-9917 225 Green Acres Road Metairie, LA 70003-2484 (504) 733-0353 www.stmsaints.com St. Martin’s Episcopal School, a coed, early childhood through grade 12 independent school, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, religion, national or ethnic origin.

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3000 S. Carrollton Ave., 861-1700; www.rockandbowl.com Beef hot dogs come from Louisiana’s Straight Stick Ranch Burger Co. The barbecue burger is topped with house-made sauce, bacon, cheese and onion rings. No reservations. Dinner and late-night Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

RIOMAR 800 S. Peters St., 525-3474; www.riomarseafood.com Steamed mussels are served with a garlicky broth seasoned with spicy chorizo.

Grilled hanger steak comes with sweet yuca fries and chimichurri sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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823 Fulton St., 581-7253; www.rocknsake.com Rare beef tataki is garnished with sliced green onions and served with tangy vinegar sauce. The Fulton Street roll combines tuna, snow crab, avocado and house-made eel sauce. No reservations.

Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

ROCKY’S GOURMET PIZZA 3222 Magazine St., 891-5152 The seafood au gratin pizza is topped with crawfish, shrimp and white garlic sauce. The French Market pizza has mushrooms, roasted red peppers, onions and broccoli. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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7163 Barataria Blvd., Crown Point, 689-7834; www.restaurantdesfamilles.com Redfish Marcel is lightly battered, fried and served with sauteed mushrooms, crabmeat and grilled shrimp.

Broiled Barataria stuffed crab features crab shells filled with seasoned crabmeat dressing. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Prime rib is seasoned with sea salt and roasted with herbs, and an 11-ounce cut is served au jus with salad and a baked potato.

Duck confit is seasoned with herbs, garlic and black pepper and served with lavender-honey glaze.

Reservations recommended.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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COLOR Covington, (985) 892-2462; 3020 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 872-0957; 5409 Tchoupitoulas St., 891-8373; www.rolypoly.com The pressed Key West Cuban sandwich combines smoked pork, turkey, ham, Swiss and cheddar cheeses, pickles, onions, tomatoes, lettuce and honey-mustard. The spa salad features plum tomatoes, green pepper, cucumber, carrots, mushrooms, avocado, walnuts, dried cranberries, alfalfa sprouts and mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette. No reservations.

Hours vary by location. Credit cards.

ROMAN PIZZA 7329 Cohn St., 866-1166 The chicken Alfredo pizza has a white sauce base topped with chicken, Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses and fresh tomato slices. The pizza sub is a sandwich filled with pepperoni, black olives, onion, green pepper and mushrooms. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

ROOT 200 Julia St., 252-9480; www.rootnola.com Chorizo-dusted, Cohiba-smoked scallops are served on a bed of caramelized cauliflower and fennel choucroute. The Menage A Foie appetizer rounds up the chef’s daily preparations, including such creations as foie gras mousse coated with Pop Rocks and foie gras cotton candy. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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Citywide; www.rotolos.com The parma rosa pasta features blackened shrimp, Italian sausage and penne pasta tossed in creamy tomato sauce. The barbecue chicken pizza has barbecue sauce, grilled chicken and red onions on a hand-tossed pie. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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ROUSES Citywide; www.rouses.com The hot line includes daily specials like Monday’s red beans and rice with smoked sausage. Friday’s fried fish is served over white beans and rice.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

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Bourbon Orleans Hotel, 717 Orleans Ave., 571-4604; www.bourbonorleans.com The wedge salad features pecans, tasso and iceberg lettuce drizzled with blue cheese and balsamic dressing. Redfish is pan-seared and served with jambalaya and a vegetable medley. Reservations accepted.

Breakfast daily. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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244 Metairie Road, Metairie, 8357779; 621 Royal St., 523-2716; www.royalblendcoffee.com The Executive club sandwich features turkey, ham, bacon, Swiss and cheddar cheeses, lettuce, tomato and honey-mustard dressing. Eggs Benedict features poached eggs and Canadian bacon on English muffins drizzled with hollandaise and served

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THE RUBY SLIPPER CAFE 139 S. Cortez St., 3095531; 200 Magazine St., 525-9355; www.therubyslippercafe.net Eggs Sardou rests poached eggs on bechamel-creamed spinach with a splash of Herbsaint, artichokes and a drizzle of hollandaise. The Ruby Slipper club features turkey, ham, bacon, arugula, tomato, avocado, Swiss cheese and mayonnaise on brioche. No reservations. South Cortez Street: Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Magazine Street: Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

RUE 127 127 N. Carrollton Ave., 4831571; www.rue127.com Braised oxtail is served over pappardelle pasta with Swiss chard and oxtail broth.

Herb- and panko-crusted salmon is served with roasted vegetable couscous and Dijon-lemon butter. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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THE RUM HOUSE 3128 Magazine St., 941-7560; www.rumhousenola.com Guacamole gets a sweet twist with mango and is served with salsa and housemade chips. Cornmealdusted fried oysters go in tacos topped with cool caper relish and spicy remoulade.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

RUSSELL’S MARINA GRILL 8555 Pontchartrain Blvd., 282-9980; www.russellsmarinagrill.net Eggs 9th features two lump crab cakes served with poached eggs, shrimp and hollandaise. Eggssaints 33 is a grilled biscuit served with alligator sausage, grilled tomatoes, poached eggs and house-made country gravy. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch daily.

Credit cards. $

THE RUSTY PELICAN 500 Girod St., Mandeville, (985)778-0364; www.sip-

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Harrah’s Hotel, 525 Fulton St., 587-7099; 3633 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 8883600; www.ruthschris.com The filet mignon is seared in an 1,800-degree oven and served in sizzling butter. The crabtini features jumbo lump crabmeat tossed in vinaigrette and served in a chilled martini glass with remoulade.

Reservations recommended.

Fulton Street: lunch and dinner daily. Veterans Memorial Boulevard: lunch Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

SAFFRON NOLA 505 Gretna Blvd., Suite 5, Gretna, 363-2174; www.saffronnola.com Saffron Nola adds curry to its version of seafood gumbo.

The Khyber pass lamb chops are marinated in rum, grilled to order and served with traditional khichdi, a combination of rice and lentils.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Fri. Credit cards. $$

ST. CHARLES TAVERN 1433 St. Charles Ave., 523-9823; www.stcharlestavern.com The Primanti burger is a 9-ounce patty served on French bread with coleslaw and French fries. The boudin po-boy is dressed with house-made remoulade and served with fries.

Delivery available. No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. Credit cards. $

ST. COFFEE 2709 St. Claude Ave., 8729798; www.stcoffee.com This coffeeshop serves white chocolate scones from The Shake Sugary. Black bean and banana empanadas come from the Empanada Intifada food truck.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily.

Cash only. $

ST. JAMES CHEESE COMPANY 5004 Prytania St., 899-4737; www.stjamescheese.com The Gruyere sandwich combines caramelized onions and melted Gruyere cheese on toasted multigrain bread.

The Ploughman’s lunch includes wedges of cheddar, goat and Stilton cheeses, pate, green salad and bread.

No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

STE. MARIE 930 Poydras St., Suite 101, 304-6988; www.stemarienola.com The tempura-fried soft-shell crab sandwich is served on brioche toast with lettuce, tomato, arugula, Benton’s bacon and aioli and served with fries or salad. Corriander-crusted sea scallops are served in a light tomato broth with corn relish. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner and late-night nightly, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

SAKE CAFE UPTOWN 2830 Magazine St., 894-0033; www.sakecafeuptown.us Goat cheese gyoza are a lightly fried dumplings served with sweet lemon grasscheese sauce. The Uptown roll contains spicy scallops, chopped tuna, salmon and yellowtail, sprinkled with tobiko, scallions and crunchy bits. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

SAL & JUDY’S RESTAURANT 27491 Hwy. 190, Lacombe, (985) 882-9443; www.salandjudysrestaurant.com Veal is coated in breadcrumbs, pan-fried and served with house-made pasta and Mr. Sal’s tomato gravy.

Crabmeat au gratin features lump crabmeat baked with broccoli, mushrooms and provolone cheese. Reservations recommended. Lunch Sun., dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

SALSAS POR EL LAGO 124 Lake Marina Drive, 286-3057; 1325 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 309-7742 Traditional menudo is a spicy soup made with beef tripe.

The Veterans location offers breakfast burritos, like the egg, chorizo and cheese. No reservations. Lake Marina Drive Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Veterans Memorial Boulevard: Breakfast Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

SALU 3226 Magazine St., 371-5809; www.salurestaurant.com The paella is cooked to order and made with Arborio rice, mussels, shrimp, scallops, crawfish, mushrooms, red peppers and peas. Smoked ham and manchego croquettes are made of potato mash, manchego cheese and house-smoked ham formed into balls, rolled in panko, deep-fried and served on top of manchego cheese cream sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

SALVO’S SEAFOOD SALT ’N’ PEPPER 400 Iberville St., 561-6070 Samosas are chickpea fritters and come with salad and raita. Pepperoni pizza ia available by the slice or whole pie. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

SALTWATER GRILL 710 S. Carrollton Ave., 324-6640; www.saltwatergrillnola.com Satchmo’s red beans and rice comes with andouille sausage and French bread.

The cochon de lait po-boy is dressed with creamy horseradish sauce and coleslaw.

Reservations accepted.

7742 Hwy. 23, Belle Chasse, 393-7303; www.salvosseafood.com A trio of blackened catfish fillets is served with corn on the cob, sauteed potatoes, green salad and French bread.

The combo po-boy includes shrimp, oysters and stuffed crab. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

SAMMY’S FOOD SERVICE & DELI 3000 Elysian Fields Ave., 947-0675; www.sammysfood.com The three-egg Kitchen Sink omelet combines sausage, bacon, onion, tomato, pep-

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No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

SAMMY’S PO-BOYS AND CATERING 901 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 835-0916; www.sammyspoboys.com Creole seafood gumbo is loaded with crab, shrimp and okra. The Greek salad wrap is a honey, whole wheat or spinach tortilla filled with grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, feta cheese, purple onion, candied walnuts, kalamata olives and balsamic vinaigrette. No reservations.

Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

SAMMY’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 627 Bourbon St., 525-8442; www.sammysseafoodrestaurant.com Blackened redfish Sammy is topped with crawfish cream sauce and comes with sauteed vegetables and garlicroasted red potatoes. Grilled

tuna LeBlanc is topped with barbecue shrimp and served with sauteed vegetables and garlic-roasted red potatoes.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast Sat.Sun., lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $$

SANDRO’S TRATTORIA 6601 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 888-7784; www.sandrostrattoria.com Ostriche al forno features oysters in a creamy ragout of leeks and white wine topped with lump crabmeat, Parmesan and Italian breadcrumbs. It’s served with pasta. Daube is beef brisket slow-cooked with onions, garlic and red wine and served over angel hair pasta.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

SANTA FE 3201 Esplanade Ave., 9480077; www.santafenola.com Santa Fe ceviche is made with fresh fish, jumbo shrimp, calamari, avocado, red onion, radish, tomato and cilantro and is served over greens. page 78

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1140 S. Carrollton Ave., 861-4343 The Mediterranean sandwich features tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella and prosciutto with balsamic vinaigrette. The Californian sandwich is made with turkey, avocado, Swiss cheese, tomato, alfalfa sprouts and mayonnaise. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Cash only. $

pinstation.com A fillet of mahi mahi is grilled, fried or blackened and served atop a salad of romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes and red onions.

Crab cakes are fried with panko breadcrumbs and served with remoulade.

No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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The tuna tostada features seared yellowfin tuna on crisp tortillas topped with lettuce, beans, guacamole, corn salsa, sour cream and cilantro. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

SANTA FE TAPAS 1327 St. Charles Ave., 3049915; www.santafetapas.com Pintxos are skewers of grilled beef tenderloin drizzled with chimichurri. Lobster crab enchiladas are stuffed with Maine lobster and jumbo lump crabmeat and topped with creamy lobster reduction. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

SARA’S RESTAURANT 724 Dublin St., 861-0565; www.sarasrestaurant.com Coconut shrimp features prawns simmered in coconut cream and served with red and green curries over rice noodles. Louisiana crawfish egg rolls come with sweet chili oyster dipping sauce.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

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2501 Leon C. Simon Drive, 288-3939; www.sassafrasnola.com The stuffed bell pepper is filled with beef, shrimp and crabmeat and served with baked macaroni, green beans and salad. The shrimp trio includes fried shrimp, shrimp jambalaya and grilled shrimp on a bed of fried rice with a side salad. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sunday. Credit cards. $$

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3218 Dauphine St., 3045962; www.satsumacafe.com The roasted pear and Brie melt is dressed with caramelized onions, walnut spread and balsamic glaze on sourdough or wheat. The Thai noodle salad comprises noodles, shredded carrots, Napa cabbage, cherry tomatoes, peanuts, avocado, fresh mint and peanut dressing. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$

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Roosevelt Hotel, 123 Baronne St., 648-1200; www.therooseveltneworleans.com In the lobster BLT sliders, brioche is topped with Maine lobster salad, pancetta, Bibb lettuce and tomatoes. Garlic roasted giant prawns come with saffron Carnaroli rice paella and are served over a cognac-shellfish sauce.

Reservations accepted.

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SEITHER’S SEAFOOD 279 Hickory Ave., Harahan, 738-1116 The seared Asian tuna salad boasts thinly sliced tuna topped with sesame seeds and Asian herbs and spices atop a bed of mixed greens, carrots and tomatoes. Alternating layers of fried eggplant medallions and crabmeat dressing are drizzled with crawfish cream sauce in the Eggplant Harahan. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

SEKISUI SAMURAI 239 Decatur St., 525-9595; www.sekisuiusa.com The Decatur roll is filled with crawfish, crunchy bits and cilantro, and is topped with seared white tuna and garlic.

The Ocean Pyramid is made up of layers of avocado, tuna, salmon, yellowtail and various roe and is molded into a pyramid. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

SEMOLINA Clearview Mall, 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 454-7930; www.semolina.com Muffuletta pasta features Genoa salami, Mortadella ham, olive salad, fontina and provolone cheeses over penne pasta with sprinkles of sesame seeds. Chicken enchilada pasta consists of penne pasta, chicken, sauteed onions, bell peppers and black beans tossed in tortilla cheese sauce and topped with cheddar cheese, jalapenos, sour cream and tortilla strips. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

SERIO’S PO-BOYS & DELI 133 St. Charles Ave., 523-2668 The Big Mitch features grilled ham and Swiss cheese with grilled onions on crusty French bread. The roast beef po-boy is stuffed with fresh garlic and rubbed with special seasonings. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

SERRANOS SALSA COMPANY Clearview Mall, 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 780-2354; www.serranossalsacompany.com Casserole Seville provides flour tortillas, Monterey Jack and asadero cheeses, and chorizo, chicken or beef.

Diners roll the ingredients together themselves. Stuffed jalapenos are packed with Gulf shrimp, cheese and onions and are served with pepper jelly and cream cheese. Reservations ac-

SEYMOUR’S RESTAURANT 2216 Hickory Ave., River Ridge, 737-3148 The Crab on Crab features a soft-shell crab on top of crabmeat fettuccine and is served with salad. The paneed veal po-boy is served with fries, a baked potato or a sweet potato. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

SHAKE SUGARY 3600 St. Claude Ave., 3559345; www.shakesugary.com Key lime pie has a graham cracker crust and is topped with whipped cream and Key lime slices. Tomato-basil-Florentine is a popular quiche.

No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $

SHAMROCK 4133 S. Carrollton Ave., 301-0938; www.shamrockparty.com The 10-ounce Angus rib-eye comes with salad and either fries or mashed potatoes.

Half-pound burgers come with fries, chips or slaw and can be dressed with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, jalapenos, cheese, mushrooms, bacon or chili. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

SHANE’S RIB SHACK 1855 Barataria Blvd., Suite E, Marrero, 341-2226; www.shanesribshack.com The Shack sampler includes a quarter rack of ribs, two chicken tenders and either a half pound of pork or barbecue chicken, plus two sides and Texas toast. The Big Dad sandwich features chopped pork slathered in Shane’s sauce on grilled Texas toast.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

SHIMMY SHACK 1855 Dock St., Harahan, 729-4442; www.theshimmyshack.net Baked oysters are served on pita bread and topped with Brie, applewood-smoked bacon and a balsamic glaze.

The “soft-shell oysters” poboy is a hollowed-out Leidenheimer loaf filled with lightly fried oysters and barbecue shrimp sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

SHOGUN JAPANESE RESTAURANT AND STEAKHOUSE 2325 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 833-7477; www.shogunneworleans.com The hibachi steak dinner is served with hibachi shrimp, page 81

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soup, Shogun salad with house dressing, hibachi vegetables and steamed rice. Baked seafood features shrimp, green mussels and crabsticks served in a creamy au gratin sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

SHORT STOP PO-BOYS 119 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, 885-4572; www.shortstoppoboys.com A popular po-boy features roast beef debris cooked inhouse with garlic, onions and Worcestershire sauce. The deep-fried catfish po-boy is made with catfish breaded in corn flour. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

SHUCK N JIVE SEAFOOD AND OYSTER BAR 643 Lotus Drive, Mandville, (985) 626-1534; www.shucknjivemandeville.com Catfish Manchac features a fried fillet topped with crawfish-andouille sauce and is served with a vegetable. Buffalo frogs’ legs includes four pairs of fried legs topped with spicy sauce on a bed of lettuce with blue cheese sauce on the side.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

SIDELINES BAR & GRILL 1229 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 831-4002 The grilled chicken sandwich is dressed with bacon, barbecue sauce and Swiss cheese on French bread and is served with french fries. The grilled chicken club comes with a side of garlic-Parmesan fries. No reservations.

Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

SINGHA THAI CAFE 413 Carondelet St., 581-2205 Carondelet Shrimp features stir-fried jumbo shrimp served over fried eggplant with vegetables and spicy basil sauce. Tom tum koong is a lemon grass soup brimming with shrimp, mushrooms and chili pepper.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

SLICE 1513 St. Charles Ave., 5257437; 5538 Magazine St., 897-4800; www.slicepizzeria.com The barbecue shrimp po-boy features Leidenheimer bread and sauce made with Abita Amber. An Italian-inspired gourmet pie is topped with prosciutto, Gorgonzola and arugula. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

SLIM GOODIES DINER

JW Marriott Hotel, 614 Canal St., 586-7211; www.shulas.com The 12-ounce filet mignon is one of the premium Black Angus trademarked Shula Cuts of beef.

Florida red snapper is served blackened. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

3322 Magazine St., 8913447; www.facebook.com/slimgoodiesnola The Orleans Slammer consists of hash browns topped with two eggs, chili, bacon and cheddar cheese and is served with toast or a biscuit. The Dizzy Chick salad features grilled chicken over baby greens tossed with carrots, raisins, red onions and blue cheese. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Checks. $

SIBERIA 2227 St. Claude Ave., 2658855; www.siberianola.com The Russki Reuben features corned beef, Swiss cheese, kapusta (spicy cabbage) and Russian dressing on grilled rye bread. Potato and cheese pierogies are served with fried onions and sour cream. No reservations.

Dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $

SID-MAR’S RESTAURANT & BAR 3322 N. Turnbull Drive, Metairie, 831-9541; www. sidmarsrestaurant.com Grilled Amberjack comes with french fries, new potatoes or steamed vegetables.

The Bucktown Special sandwich is stuffed with gravy-soaked roast beef, ham and cheese. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

SMILIE’S RESTAURANT 5725 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, 733-3000; www.smiliesrestaurant.com Trout Orleans is a pan-fried fillet topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and shallots served with chardonnay sauce, potatoes and vegetables.

Caribbean salad features almond-crusted chicken breast, romaine lettuce, blue cheese, fruit and nuts tossed in pepper jelly dressing.

Reservations recommended for large parties. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $

SMITTY’S SEAFOOD 2000 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, 468-1647 The Hamper is packed with boiled shrimp, crawfish, crabs, potatoes, corn, mush-

SNUG HARBOR JAZZ BISTRO 626 Frenchmen St., 9490696; www.snugjazz.com Gumbo brims with shrimp, chicken, sausage and okra and is served with seasoned rice. Char-broiled chicken breast is served with cream sauce and rice, steamed vegetables or a baked potato. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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SOMETHIN’ ELSE CAFE 620 Conti St., 373-6439; www.somethinelsecafe.com The shrimp burger is a patty of ground Gulf shrimp topped with pepper Jack cheese, avocado, bacon, lettuce, tomato and house sauce and comes with Zapp’s potato chips. The Vice po-boy features four fried boudin balls and is dressed with lettuce, tomato and a house sauce. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

SOUND CAFE 2700 Chartres St., 947-4477 The Bird’s Grocery salad includes mixed greens, turkey, ham, Swiss cheese, red onion and chopped egg and is served with a sliced baguette. The goat cheese, red pepper and artichoke heart sandwich comes on baguette, ciabatta, wheat, sourdough or croissant and is served with chips. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun, early dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

SOUTH SEAS ASIAN CUISINE 1714 Gause Blvd. W., Slidell, (985) 646-6085 Sushi poppers are tempurafried jalapenos stuffed with fresh salmon and cream cheese and drizzled with eel sauce. The Pontchartrain roll bundles tuna, salmon, yellowtail, roe, avocado and asparagus. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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SPITALE’S DELI 2408 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie, 837-9912; www. spitalesdeli.com The stuffed tomato is filled with either chicken or tuna salad and olives, pickles and red onion. The grilled shrimp sandwich is dressed with spinach, tomatoes, red onions and honey mustard on a wheat bun. No reservations.

Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

SPUDLY’S SUPER SPUDS 2609 Harvard Ave., Metairie, 455-3250; www.spudlys.com Baked potato cheese soup brims with potato, bacon bits, chives and cheddar cheese.

The Bucking Bronco is a baked potato loaded with chopped beef, barbecue sauce, Swiss cheese and chives. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

SQUEAL BAR-B-Q 8400 Oak St., 302-7370; www.squeal-nola.com Smoked pork cakes are topped with chili sour cream and homemade salsa.

DBLT tacos are packed with chipotle-glazed duck, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes and wasabi mayonnaise. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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547 St. Ann St., 587-0093; www.stanleyrestaurant.com Eggs Stella features cornmeal-crusted soft-shell crab, poached eggs, Canadian bacon and hollandaise on a toasted English muffin. Two toasted French bread rounds are topped with boudin, smoked ham, American cheese, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce in Breaux Bridge Benedict.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

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237 Decatur St., 525-6151; www.starsteak.com The Cajun filet mignon is an 8-ounce filet stuffed with crabmeat, shrimp and crawfish tails and topped with red wine mushroom sauce. The steak and lobster combo includes a whole Maine lobster and an 8-ounce filet. Reservations recommended. Breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch Fri.Sun, dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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8981; www.steakkniferestaurant.com Shrimp Bordelaise features sauteed jumbo shrimp and mushrooms in a garlic butter, wine and brandy sauce and is served with potato and a vegetable. Smoked salmon is garnished with capers, red onion, herbed cream cheese and olive oil. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

STEAMBOAT NATCHEZ Toulouse Street Wharf, 586-8777; www.steamboatnatchez.com Blackened Paddlewheel pork loin is served with either Creole mustard sauce or Caribbean butter infused with Steen’s cane syrup. All dinner entrees come with Creole creamed spinach which is prepared with onions, cream cheese, Parmesan and feta.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$

STEIN’S MARKET & DELI 2207 Magazine St., 5270771; www.steinsdeli.net The Sam sandwich is made with hot pastrami, imported Swiss and coleslaw with house-made Russian dressing served on Jewish rye.

The Italian hoagie is made with imported mortadella, Molinari genoa, Molinari hot coppa, aged provolone, lettuce, tomatoes and red onions with house-made garlic vinaigrette on a Philadelphia Amoroso hoagie roll. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun. Credit cards and checks. $

STELLA! 1032 Chartres St., 587-0091; www.restaurantstella.com A “Composition of Heirloom Beets” includes pickled beet carpaccio, baby beet confit, roasted beets, beet chips and mixed greens tossed in citrus-beet dressing. Bone marrow-crusted beef tenderloin comes with hickory-smoked fingerling potatoes, grilled ramps, cherry tomatoes and porcini bordelaise sauce. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

STEP BROTHERS BAR & GRILL 4971 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, 889-9856 Not-so-Stepchild-Fries are smothered in gravy, sour cream, chives, bacon and cheddar. The shrimp Po-Girl sandwich features fried shrimp, guacamole, lettuce, tomato and chipotle ranch sauce and comes with chips, fries or onion rings. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

STEVE’S DINER Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 210, 522-8198; www.steves-diner.com The diner’s signature dish is the baked chicken quarter with herbs. On Thursdays, the slow-roasted beef brisket with brown gravy is served with two sides as a special.

Delivery available. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

STILL PERKIN’ The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., 899-0335; www.stillperkinneworleans.com The Asian wrap is filled with grilled chicken, carrots, lettuce and Thai peanut sauce.

Bagels and lox are served with chive cream cheese.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

STINGRAY’S GRILL & BAR 1303 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, 443-4040 Redfish Creek is a grilled, red sauce-smothered redfish fillet topped with crabmeat and served with garlic bread and two sides. Seafood wraps are filled with shrimp, crawfish and crabmeat and creamy crawfish sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

THE STORE 814 Gravier St., 322-2446; www.thestoreneworleans.com The Sloppy Man sandwich is a onion Kaiser roll stuffed with pulled pork, ancho barbecue sauce and sweet potato fries. Asian shrimp and avocado salad features boiled Gulf shrimp, avocado, tomato, julienned carrots, wontons and black sesame seeds tossed in soy vinaigrette. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

STREETCAR CAFE 110 Carondelet St., 523-6614 Greek salad combines lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese and house dressing. The chicken and sausage jambalaya plate is served with Greek salad, pita bread and rice or fries. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

SUGAR PARK 3054 St. Claude Ave., 942-2047; www.sugarparknola.com The Zephyr pie is a spicy vegetarian pizza with adobo sauce, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms and garlic. Pubstyle fish and chips features fried cod with thick-cut fries and malt vinegar. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

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SUMMER RESTAURANT GUIDE SUKHO THAI 4519 Magazine St., 3736471; 1913 Royal St., 948-9309; www.sukhothai-nola.com Whole deep-fried redfish is topped with fried shrimp and scallops and served with vegetables and three-flavored chili sauce. Pineapple seafood curry includes either shrimp or a seafood combination in spicy red coconut curry with crushed pineapple, bell pepper, broccoli, zucchini and sweet basil. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

comes with two sides. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

SWEET NOLA CUPCAKES 7901 Earhart Blvd., 309-7109 Red velvet cupcakes are made with chocolate butter batter and topped with cream cheese frosting. The praline cupcake is brown sugar buttercake topped with brown sugar meringue and a praline. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

THE SWEET PALATE SUPERIOR GRILL 3636 St. Charles Ave., 8994200; www.superiorgrill.com Quesadillas are flour tortillas filled with slow-roasted brisket and Monterey Jack cheese served with sour cream, pico de gallo and guacamole. Sizzling shrimp brochetas features grilled jumbo shrimp stuffed with poblano pepper and cheese and wrapped in bacon.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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SURREY’S CAFE & JUICE BAR 1418 Magazine St., 5243828; 4807 Magazine St., 895-5757; www.surreyscafeandjuicebar.com Bananas Foster French toast is stuffed with banana cream cheese and topped with bananas Foster sauce.

Shrimp and grits feature Gulf shrimp sauteed in New Orleans-style barbecue sauce made with Abita Amber and garnished with bacon, green onions and croutons. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and brunch daily. Cash only. $

SWEET DADDY’S BBQ 420 S. Tyler St., Covington, (985) 898-2166; www.sweetdaddysbarbq.com The two-meat combo plate includes a choice of pulled pork, brisket, chicken, baby back ribs or smoked sausage and two sides. The smoked sausage sandwich platter

SYLVAIN 625 Chartres St., 2658123; www.sylvainnola.com Shaved Brussels sprouts are featured in a salad with Gala apples, hazelnuts, Pecorino Romano cheese and white balsamic vinaigrette. Seared scallops are served with farro, roasted grapes, sliced almonds and sherry brown butter. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

TAG’S MEAT MARKET & DELI 1207 E. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, 277-6594 The Butcher po-boy is a half-pound burger served on French bread. Housemade hogshead cheese is available by the pound.

No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

TAJ MAHAL 923 Metairie Road, Metairie, 836-6859 Chicken tikka masala is a roasted chicken breast with bell peppers in spicy cream sauce served over basmati rice. Shrimp curry is made with spicy coconut and vegetable sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

TAMARIND BY DOMINIQUE Hotel Modern, 936 St. Charles Ave., 962-0908; www.thehotelmodern.com A five-spice Morgan Ranch Wagyu beef coulette is served with fennel, bok choy and rice noodles. A Maple Leaf Farms duck leg confit is prepared with citrus, fleur de sel, apple cider-hoison sauce and bok choy salad.

Reservations recommended.

TAN DINH 1705 Lafayette St., Suite A, Gretna, 361-8008 Tender slices of goat fill a curry served over rice or noodles. Marinated and roasted quail is served with noodles.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

TANDOORI CHICKEN RESTAURANT 2916 Cleary Ave., Metairie, 889-7880; www.tandoorichickennola.com The palak paneer is fresh spinach cooked with housemade paneer cheese and Indian spices. The chicken tikka masala is boneless chicken cooked in tomato cream sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

TAQUERIA CORONA 1827 Hickory Ave., 7386722; 3535 Severn Ave., Metairie, 885-5088; 5932 Magazine St., 897-3974; www.taqueriacorona.com Fish tacos are filled with tempura-battered fish topped with spicy tartar sauce, red onion and cilantro. Cebollitas are bundles of char-broiled green onions sprinkled with seasoned salt. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

BREAKFAST • LUNCH • SAT. & SUN. BRUNCH 125 CAMP ST. 504-561-8822 • 504-561-8844 NEW HOURS & ADDITIONAL SEATING MONDAY- FRIDAY : 6:30- 2P.M. SAT. & SUN. : 9A.M. - 2P.M. CLOSED TUESDAY

TARTINE 7217 Perrier St., 866-4860; www.tartineneworleans.com Pork rillette tops a toasted baguette with onion marmalade and cornichons.

Tuna Nicoise salad includes olives, potatoes, boiled eggs, hearts of palm, roasted tomatoes, anchovies and vinaigrette. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $

TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN 505 Gretna Blvd., Suite 10, Gretna, 265-8946; www.toc504.com Goat meat is marinated for 24 hours and served in a stew with onions, potatoes, bell peppers and garlic.

Rice, salad and plantains are served on the side. Fried or grilled whole red snapper is served with peppers, onions, rice, salad, plantains and lime wedges. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

TASTE OF TOKYO 10160 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, 737-0688; www.tasteoftokyorr.com Cajun tuna sashimi is Cajunseasoned tuna seared on the hibachi grill, sliced thin and served with house-made sweet wasabi-soy sauce. The Upside Down roll combines salmon, snow crab, pepper page 85

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4338 St. Charles Ave., 293-3474; www.superiorseafoodnola.com Flounder Marigny is a pan-seared fillet topped with sauteed crabmeat and lemon-caper-parsley-butter and served with fingerling potatoes and haricots verts.

Seared jumbo scallops are served with pancetta-sagewhite wine butter, fingerling potatoes and haricots verts.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

519 St. Louis St., 522-5150; www.thesweetpalate.com Stracciatella is house-made vanilla bean gelato topped with chocolate shavings.

Mascletas are hazelnut pralines with Pop Rocks enclosed in a milk or dark chocolate shell. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tues.-Sun. Credit cards. $

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No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

TED’S FROSTOP 810 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, 302-2195; 3300 Claiborne Ave., 861-3615 The Loto burger combo features a burder dressed with lettuce, tomato and onions, french fries and a mug of Frostop root beer. Ted’s uses its root beer in old-fashioned root beer floats. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

TENNOU SUSHI BAR 1818 Manhattan Blvd., Suite 11, Harvey, 366-3898; www.tennousushi.com Topped with eel sauce and spicy mayo, the tempurafried Tennou roll combines red snapper, snow crab, avocado, cream cheese and smelt roe. The Sexiest Man Alive roll features snow crab, spicy tuna, fresh tuna, salmon, avocado and asparagus topped with spicy mayo, eel sauce, smelt roe and scallions. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner daily.

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THANH THANH RESTAURANT 131 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, 368-8678 The Asian grilled chicken salad features grilled chicken, spring mix and romaine lettuces, cucumbers, pickled carrots, tomatoes, roasted peanuts, red onions, vermicelli and peanut vinaigrette.

Choose between chicken or shrimp for Mama’s pad thai, served over flat rice noodles stir-fried with onions, garlic, bean sprouts, peanuts and spicy sauce. Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

THAT’S A WRAP 4241 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 885-0009; www.thatsawrapnola.com The Southwest chipotle chicken wrap swaddles lemon-pepper chicken, bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, romaine, organic spring greens, tomatoes and

THAT’S AMORE 4421 Clearview Pkwy., Suite A, Metairie, 4545885; www.thatsamorepizzaonline.com That’s Amore makes Chicago-style deep-dish pies with crust on top and bottom and filled with your choice of pizza toppings. The roast beef po-boy features house-made Black Anguscertified roast beef. Delivery available. No reservations.

Lunch Thu.-Sun, dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

THEO’S PIZZA 4024 Canal St., 302-1133; 4218 Magazine St., 8948554; www.theospizza.com Breadsticks stuffed with pepper Jack cheese, jalapenos and garlic are among the appetizers. The cheeseless Vegan-ator pizza features tomato sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh tomatoes, yellow squash, purple onions, whole garlic, fresh mushrooms, jalapenos, pineapple, kalamata olives and crushed red pepper flakes.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

THREE HAPPINESS 1900 Lafayette St., Gretna, 368-1355; www.threehappiness.com The seafood hot pot includes squid, scallops, shrimp, crabmeat, Chinese greens, mushrooms and clear rice noodles. Crispy Peking duck is served with special sauce and a steamed bun. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

THREE MUSES 536 Frenchmen St., 252-4801; www.thethreemuses.com Steak and cake is grilled Harris Ranch hanger steak over a crab cake topped with bearnaise. The crawfish beignet features local crawfish tails fried in batter and served with sweet-andsour remoulade. No reservations. Dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $

THE TIMES GRILL 1827 Front St., Slidell, (985) 639-3335; 1896 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, (985) 626-1161; www.timesgrill.com The Sweet Heat bacon cheeseburger features melted cheddar, hickory barbecue sauce and hickory smoked bacon. Catfish Tchefuncte is a fried catfish fillet over seasoned rice, topped with creamy crawfish sauce and served with salad.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

TOMAS BISTRO 755 Tchoupitoulas St., 5270942; www.tomasbistro.com The lobster cocktail is made with Maine lobster, avocado and traditional New Orleans ravigote. Bouillabaise Marseilles features saffron broth with mussels, shrimp, lobster and red snapper served with a garlic rouille crouton. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily.

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TOUP’S MEATERY 845 N. Carrollton Ave., 252-4999; www.toupsmeatery.com The Meatery Board is a selection of house-made sausages and cured meats with condiments. Brazed spare ribs are coated with a cafe brulot glaze and served with root vegetables. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 129, 287-0877; www.terrazu.net The BBLTA sandwich layers whole wheat toast with Brie, bacon, lettuce, tomato and avocado and is dressed with mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. The Terrazu shrimp salad features butter lettuce, chopped romaine, hearts of palm, tomato and avocado topped with house-made tarragon vinaigrette. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

spicy chipotle mayo. The cranberry turkey wrap combines Cajun-spiced turkey and house-made cranberry spread. No reservations.

Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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piquant. A quinoa and goat cheese patty is served with roasted red pepper sauce and roasted vegetables or spring salad. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $

and a ricotta cheese blend, stuffed in jumbo pasta shells and served on a bed of Sicilian marinara drizzled with Alfredo sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

UGLY DOG SALOON TRACEY’S 2604 Magazine St., 8992054; www.traceysnola.com The muffaletta combines ham, salami, prosciutto, mortadella, olive salad and provolone on a toasted sesame roll and is served warm. House-made boudin balls are breaded and deepfried clusters of pork, liver, rice, celery, onions and bell pepper. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

TREY YUEN CUISINE OF CHINA 600 N. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, (985) 6264476; 2100 N. Morrison Blvd., Hammond, (985) 345-6789; www.treyyuen.com Honey-glazed pecan shrimp features large Gulf shrimp in sweet cream sauce served with honey-roasted pecans and sesame seeds. The Cantonese-inspired seafood and eggplant includes shrimp, scallops and crawfish stirfried with Chinese eggplant in bean sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily.

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TUJAGUE’S RESTAURANT 823 Decatur St., 525-8676; www.tujagues.com Chicken bonne femme is pan-fried chicken seasoned with garlic and parsley and served with potatoes.

Boiled brisket is served with Creole horseradish sauce.

Reservations accepted.

Lunch Sat.-Sun., dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$

TWO TONYS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 8536 Pontchartrain Blvd., 2820801; www.two-tonys.com The soft-shell crab amandine is lightly battered in a blend of corn flour and seasonings then fried and topped in brown butter meuniere sauce with toasted almonds.

Stuffed shells Florentine are made with fresh spinach

UPPERLINE RESTAURANT 1413 Upperline St., 8919822; www.upperline.com Grilled redfish is topped with Muddy Waters sauce and served with crispy cauliflower. Two-day slow-roasted duck has crisp skin and tender meat.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

UR WAY YOGURT AND COFFEE BAR 3001 Tulane Ave., Suite 1A, 3041556; www.urwaynola.com The chicken Caesar wrap is made with whole white meat chicken, vegetables from Nola Green Roots and can be served chilled or pressed in a panino. For dessert, try rich New York-style cheesecake. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

VACHERIE Hotel Ste. Marie, 827 Toulouse St., 207-4532; www. vacherierestaurant.com Cornish hen is stuffed with boudin, deep-fried and served with braised collard greens. For a small plate, try the pan-fried pimento cheese grit cake served atop smothered greens seasoned with smoked pork belly.

Reservations recommended.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

VEGA TAPAS CAFE 2051 Metairie Road, 836-2007; www.vegatapascafe.com Creole tomato gazpacho combines tomato, cucumber and other vegetables and is topped with jumbo lump crabmeat. Butternut squash ravioli are served with cardamom-scented Gulf shrimp and roasted shallot butter. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

bacon, agave-Creole mustard, cheese and avocado.

Lou Lou shrimp enchiladas are topped with jalapeno sour cream. No reservations.

Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner daily.

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VENEZIA RESTAURANT 134 N. Carrollton Ave., 4887991; www.venezianeworleans.com The eggplant Vatican is a fried eggplant shell stuffed with shrimp, crawfish and crabmeat cream sauce, served with pasta. The 8-ounce center cut filet mignon comes with a choice of sides. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Fri. and Sun., dinner Wed.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

The Marrakesh-style lamb burger is dressed with olive pepper-relish and tzatziki sauce. Gumbo ya ya includes shrimp, crawfish, sausage and okra. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

crab, a cup of soup, coleslaw, garlic toast and fries or macaroni and cheese. The seafood muffuletta features catfish, oysters and shrimp. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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636 Tchoupitoulas St., 524-4329 Chicken and sausage jambalaya is made with wild rice. The shepherd’s pie is made with savory minced beef and vegetables and topped with mashed potatoes and cheese. No reservations.

Lunch Fri., dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

4411 Chastant St., Metairie, 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles Ave., 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com The veal and spinach stuffed cannelloni is served on a bed of cream sauce and topped with house-made red sauce.

Veal Roberto is made with sauteed veal, portobello mushrooms and jumbo lump crabmeat, all topped with sherry beurre blanc. Reservations accepted. Chastant Street: Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. St. Charles Avenue: Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

VILLAGE INN THE VELVET CACTUS 6300 Argonne Blvd., 301-2083; www.thevelvetcactus.com Deep South tacos are filled with crispy fried chicken,

VERANDA RESTAURANT Intercontinental New Orleans, 444 St. Charles Ave., 5854383; www.ihg.com

9201 Jefferson Hwy., 737-4610 The VIP seafood platter includes fried catfish, oysters, shrimp, a stuffed

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VINE AND DINE 141 Delaronde St., 3611402; www.vine-dine.com The Brie and crab au gratin is made with triple creme Brie blended with lump crabmeat.

The lemon grass shrimp and artichoke panino is served with the restaurant’s tangy Parmesan sauce. No reservations. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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8115 Oak St., 218-5416; www.truburgers.com The Tru burger comes with an Angus patty ground in-house topped with Swiss cheese, thin-fried onions and house Tru sauce. The Deep South burger comes with an Angus patty topped with housemade pimento cheese, fried green tomatoes, lettuce and onion. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

401 Andrew Higgins Drive, 569-8459; www.uglydogsaloon.net The pulled pork is smoked for 12 hours over hickory and oak and is served on a Kaiser roll, French bread or as a platter. The homemade coleslaw is made with a secret recipe incorporating dry rub seasonings and molasses.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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5134 Nunez St., Lafitte, 689-2482 The Voleo’s Big Boy platter for two is piled with crawfish, shrimp, oysters, fish, crab claws, stuffed shrimp, stuffed crab, frog legs and soft-shell crab. Deep-fried flounder Lafitte is stuffed with crawfish, crabmeat and provolone and topped with crawfish sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon., Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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5015 Magazine St., 8952246; www.vizards.net The barbecue shrimp and crab appetizer is covered with a sauce made with Abita beer, lemon, garlic and Worcestershire. Pan-seared speckled trout is drizzled with thyme-brown butter sauce and served with lump crabmeat and brabant potatoes. Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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hyatt.com The potato chip-crusted Vitascope burger is topped with Brie and caramelized onions and served with hand-cut fries. Char-broiled oysters are topped with Parmesan butter and served with toasted French bread.

No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $$

Reservations 861-7610 723 Dante Street (Riverbend)

Citywide; www.voodoobbqandgrill.com The Graveyard platter includes a choice of two meats from brisket, pulled pork, sausage, jerk chicken or barbecued chicken. The Voodoo combo features St. Louis-style barbecue pork ribs and barbecued chicken.

Delivery available from some locations. No reservations.

Hours vary by location.

Credit cards. $

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

WASABI 900 Frenchmen St., 9439433; 8550 Pontchartrain Blvd., 267-3263; www.wasabinola.com The yellow dragon roll features snow crab, cucumber, avocado and smelt roe inside, and is topped with fresh salmon, lemon, green onions and special sauce.

The firecracker roll bundles snow crab, spicy tuna, smelt roe and crunchy batter. Reservations accepted. Frenchmen Street: lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Pontchartrain Boulevard: lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

WATER STREET BISTRO 804 Water St., Madisonville, (985) 845-3855 Grilled Gulf shrimp are served with kalamata olives, garlic, capers, artichoke hearts, leeks and red onion. Grilled rack of lamb is topped with balsamic rosemary-infused olive oil and served with creamed potatoes and a vegetable medley.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

WAYNE JACOB’S SMOKEHOUSE RESTAURANT 769 W. Fifth Street, LaPlace, (985) 652-9990; www.wjsmokehouse.com House-made andouille goes in the andouille burger which combines sausage, ground beef and roasted pecans. Plantation veal is fried and served over a bed of pasta topped with shrimp, artichoke and mushroombasil cream sauce.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Thu.-Fri., brunch Sun. Credit cards and checks. $$

WELTY’S DELI W.I.N.O. 610 Tchoupitoulas St., 3248000; www.winoschool.com Vegetarian stuffed grape leaves come with feta and mint. The red pepper jelly goat cheese is served with a sliced baguette. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Mon.-Fri., late night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

WALK-ON’S BISTREAUX & BAR 1009 Poydras St., 3096530; www.walk-ons.com Catfish Atchafalaya features blackened or fried fillets smothered with crawfish etouffee and topped with fried crawfish. Cajundillas are quesadillas filled with chicken, pepper Jack cheese, grilled onions, andouille and Cajun rice.

336 Camp St., 592-0223; www.weltysdeli.com The Asian chicken salad tops baby greens topped with roasted chicken, carrots, Mandarin orange segments, fried rice noodles and toasted almonds tossed in ginger-soy dressing. The AK (After Katrina) sandwich is assembled with a choice of four deli meats topped with cheddar, Swiss, pepper Jack and provolone cheeses and served on a warm muffuletta bun. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

WHO DAT COFFEE CAFE 2401 Burgundy St., 872-0360 Savory items include dishes such as Not Yo Mama’s Cornbread — jalapeno corn-

bread topped with creamy sauce, cheddar and bacon bits. The Vieux Reuben is corned beef, house-made sauerkraut and remoulade on toasted rye bread with a choice of chips, fruit or potato salad. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $

WHOLE FOODS MARKET 3420 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 888-8225; 5600 Magazine St., 8999119; www.wholefoodsmarket.com The smoked mozzarella pasta salad features penne toasted with spinach, roasted red pepper, Parmesan, parsley and a dressing of white wine vinegar, honey, garlic and cayenne. The turkey loaf combines celery, onions, bread crumbs, spices, basil, carrots, spinach and tomato glaze.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards and checks. $

WHOLE HOG CAFE 601 Loyola Ave., 561-1234; www.neworleans.hyatt.com Barbecued pork shoulder comes with a baked Russett potato topped with cheddar cheese, sour cream and green onions. Chicken gets a dry rub of seasonings, is smoked over pecan wood and served in a sandwich on a wheat bun with colelsaw.

No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

WILLIE MAE’S SCOTCH HOUSE 2401 St. Ann St., 822-9503 The renowned fried chicken is wet-battered and cooked according to an old family recipe. Bread pudding is available for dessert. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

WIT’S INN 141 N. Carrollton Ave., 4861600; www.witsinn.com A Hawaiian pizza includes an herb sauce, ham, pineapple, greens, red peppers, applewood-smoked bacon, mozzarella and jalapenos.

The Aegean shrimp sandwich combines seasoned boiled shrimp, red sauce, feta cheese, roasted mushrooms and spinach pesto on toasted garlic bread. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

WOLFE’S IN THE WAREHOUSE Marriott New Orleans, 859 Convention Center Blvd., 613-2882; www.wolfesinthewarehouse.com The shrimp carbonara features sauteed shrimp, diced bacon, peas and linguini topped with shaved Parmesan Reggiano. Barbecueglazed wild salmon is roastpage 90

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ed on a cedar plank and served with andouille-potato hash, spicy fried onions and hollandaise. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$

WOW CAFE Citywide; www.wowcafe.com Wings are available in various quanities and the sampler platter includes three pounds (18-24 pieces) and four sauces. The Shanghai shrimp po-boy features shrimp topped with Foo’s sauce, ranch dressing and an Asian slaw of carrots, cucumbers and cilantro. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

YE OLDE COLLEGE INN 3000 S. Carrollton Ave., 866-3683; www.collegeinn1933.com Gulf shrimp are served on Papa Tom’s stone-ground Gouda grits topped with green tomato chow-chow and Monica sauce. Broiled redfish is topped with Louisiana lump crabmeat and roasted corn sauce and served over garden vegetable maque choux.

Reservations accepted.

Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

YOUNG’S RESTAURANT

6221 S. Claiborne Avenue • New Orleans, LA. 70125 504-865-WING • www.BayouHotWings.com

Liuzza’s Restaurant & Bar has long been a lunchtime meeting place where friends and coworkers can eat some comfort food while hashing out work issues — or discussing sports or music.

850 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 643-9331; www.youngssteakhouse.com A petit filet is served with crabmeat, crawfish or grilled or boiled shrimp and mushrooms. A fried or grilled soft-shell crab comes with angel hair pasta tossed in crawfish cream sauce.

Reservations accepted.

Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$

YUJIN JAPANESE RESTAURANT 323 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 809-3840 The Chocolate Roll contains spicy tuna, snow crab and crunchy bits wrapped in sesame soybean paper and topped with avocado and peppered tuna. The Lion Roll is filled with tempura shrimp and snow crab and topped with crabstick and boiled shrimp. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$

Z’OTZ COFFEEHOUSE 8210 Oak St., 861-2224; www.zotzcafe.com Flaky croissants are stuffed with spinach and feta. A portobello mushroom and mozzarella sandwich is served on a warm homemade bagel. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Cash only. $

ZACHARY’S

BY THE LAKE 7224 Pontchartrain Blvd., 872-9832; www.zacharysbythelake.com Crab and remoulade grilled cheese comes with white cheddar on multigrain bread. Sugarcane shrimp are breaded, wrapped in bacon, fried, topped with powdered sugar and served with cane syrup sauce. Reservations accepted. Breakfast Sat.Sun., lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

ZADDIE’S TAVERN 1200 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson, 832-0830 Zaddie’s fills hot tamales with beef. Thursday is steak night, which features a 12-ounce rib-eye with a salad and dessert. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

ZARA’S MARKET 2042 Prytania St., 5233658; 4838 Prytania St., 895-0581; www.zarasmarket.com A hot roast beef po-boy with gravy comes fully dressed with the option of Swiss cheese. St. Louis-style barbecue ribs are slowcooked in house sauce and are served with macaroni and cheese. No reservations. 4838 Prytania St.: breakfast, lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sun.; 2042 Prytania St.: breakfast, lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

ZEA ROTISSERIE AND GRILL Citywide; www.zearestaurants.com Slow roasted duck is crisped and served with Asian herbs and honey-soy sauce. Atlantic salmon is grilled over hardwood and served with sweet balsamic glaze. Reservation policies and hours vary by location.

Credit cards. $$

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owner Louis “vico” Marziale opened Canal Furniture Liquidators in 1970. At age 86, he still comes in to work every day. piece of furniture we never ditch it,” Schulkens says.

After 43 years in the furniture liquidation business, Marziale’s reputation for a quick turnaround continually gets him contracts with hotels, ensuring the store is a revolving door of new items. Marziale is 86 years old, and though Schulkens suggested he ease into retirement by working part-time, he still comes into the store every day.

“This is his baby, and he loves wheeling and dealing,” Schulkens says.

“He loves talking to the customers.

He has more stories about New Orleans. He knows this city backwards and forwards.”

Schulkens grew up in the store and has worked there since her mid20s. A lover of furniture, Schulkens admits parting with certain pieces can be difficult.

“Once in awhile we’ll get a beautiful bedroom set from the ’60s, and I won’t break the set,” Schulkens says.

Schulkens says she’s looking forward to the busy months of sales that late summer brings when students and teachers move to town.

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hen customers enter Canal Furniture Liquidators’ (3534 Toulouse St., 482-6851) dim, expansive warehouse, they’re often overwhelmed by the huge collection of sofas, lamps, tables, desks and chairs.

“People can get lost in here for hours,” says Flora Schulkens, daughter of owner Louis “Vico” Marziale. “But believe it or not, I practically know everything in the store. You learn to know your merchandise.”

When shoppers find themselves at a loss for where to begin, Schulkens often helps them find the perfect piece. She’s helped people new to town furnish an entire home. “We’ll go through the store, and I’ll say, ‘Tell me what you need, and we’ll figure out a price for you,’” she says.

Canal Furniture’s selection includes mattresses, glassware, lamps, antiques, desks, bed frames, pictures, televisions and chandeliers. The bulk of the inventory comes from hotels, Schulkens says, but the store also buys estate furniture and restaurant and office furniture from businesses that are remodeling or going out of business.

“We have absolutely everything from shower curtains to pots to curtains to fabric rods,” Schulkens says.

By purchasing in bulk, Schulkens and Marziale keep prices affordable. Sofa sleepers start at $59, chairs start at $39, and framed pictures are $5-$10. The store also offers layaway and delivery service. Schulkens stresses the quality of the merchandise, and she says she won’t sell a piece in need of repair.

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Ralph Pausina and Glenda RhodePausina present a dish of baked oysters at Cafe Ralphie.

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ometimes the stitching that sews up New Orleans stories follows unconventional patterns. Mt. Carmel Academy, that venerable Catholic girls school in Lakeview, played a hand in the return of oysters Ralphie, a beautiful, bubbling concoction of oysters baked in their shells under tangy Italian cheese, garlic, pepper and a dash of beer.

Oysters Ralphie was a favorite at Barataria, a one-time Lakeview restaurant closed since Hurricane Katrina. But now Ralphie’s back at Cafe Ralphie, a new breakfast/lunch joint well-hidden in the corner of a Metairie strip mall, along with unexpected finds such as tomato salad loaded with jumbo lump crabmeat and sauteed redfish with crawfish amandine.

Robust, deftly done and unmistakably Louisianan, such dishes are the work of Ralph “Ralphie” Pausina, a chef from a Croatian family that’s had a long history in local oyster beds. He and wife Glenda Rhode-Pausina once ran Barataria, and they sold it in 2004 to new operators, who completed an ambitious renovation just in time for the floods after Katrina to destroy the place. By that time Pausina was a chef with a large corporate restaurant group, though by 2008 he was weekend-commuting from Houston back to New Orleans, where Glenda was living so their daughter could attend Mt. Carmel, continuing a tradition for their family. Stretched between two cities, the allure of home won out. He moved back and earlier this year the Pausinas opened Cafe Ralphie in the former Caffe Angelina location.

With its picture windows, drop ceiling and mix of family bric-a-

brac with fleur de lis totems, the restaurant looks like the kind of place where you’d drop by for wraps and iced coffee. You can get a croissant sandwich here, and the breakfast menu does the basics with a few Louisiana tweaks, like the crawfish and Brie omelet. But what really makes this place special are old standbys from the Barataria days and newer dishes that reach far beyond standard lunch fare.

For instance, add crabmeat to the oysters Ralphie recipe and you have what they call oysters Bay Ronquille. One special I tried fused the same creamy, garlicky crabmeat sauce to a spicy cut of blackened catfish. Daube makes a Wednesday appearance on this always-changing menu, and my favorite dish thus far has been the oyster boat pasta, with probably a dozen oysters cooked with andouille in a chunky, trinity-laden red sauce over a heaping bowl of spaghetti.

Cafe Ralphie is busiest for Sunday brunch, when the normal morning menu gives way to grits and grillades, eggs Benedict, seafood pastas and lots of chat between tables. The restaurant also hosts a “supper club” one Friday each month with a prix fixe menu, candlelight and BYOB in effect.

Service is usually handled single-handedly by Glenda, whose unvarnished enthusiasm for whatever you order might seem like a sales pitch if her praise wasn’t so convincing. The Pausinas just seem really happy to be serving their food again, and after sopping up a few oysters Ralphie I’m happy they’re back too.

When you need an oyster dish or two, raw, fried or grilled are the predictable and delicious safe bets. But what happens when you need two-dozen different oyster dishes?

In the case of the New Orleans Oyster Festival (June 2-3), you get smoked oyster boudin balls with Rockefeller aioli from Bourbon House; oyster and meat pies from Remoulade, the casual spin-off of Arnaud’s; or oysters bonne femme, a gratin-style dish with crabmeat and cheese from Antoine’s.

Those are a few of the oyster dishes on offer at the third annual Oyster Festival, which this year will be held at Woldenberg Riverfront Park.

The 20 restaurants participating as vendors are bringing more than oyster dishes to the event (Elizabeth’s Restaurant will bring its famous praline bacon, for instance, and Antoine’s will somehow make its baked Alaska into festival food), but of course the beloved bivalves are the focus.

Underlying it all is a message about what the oyster industry means to south Louisiana. The festival, organized by members of the state’s oyster industry, was first conceived to shine light on the bounty of the Page 97

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interview Louisiana oyster harvest and to cement New Orleans’ reputation as the oyster capital based both on the tremendous oyster production from nearby waters and the volume of oysters that locals and visitors dispatch here. Organizers say proceeds will help support the local oyster community, as well as the NOPD’s French Quarter-based Eighth District.

The festival is held in June in part to challenge the conventional wisdom that oysters should be avoided in months with names spelled without the letter R, like, for instance, June. Oyster industry people will tell you the axiom took root in the days before modern refrigeration, when oysters were more likely to spoil during the hot journey from boat to bar. Louisiana oysters are not at their peak in the summer time, but they are available year-round, and some aficionados maintain that June can actually be the pinnacle of the oyster season before it falls off in the summer again.

Special events at this year’s Oyster Festival include the P&J Shucking Contest and the New Orleans Fish House Largest Oyster Contest on Saturday and the Acme Oyster House Oyster Eating Contest on Sunday.

Local bands perform throughout the day and admission is free. Oyster Festival goes from 1 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and from 12:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Sunday. For information, visit www.neworleansoysterfestival.org

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Eat Local Challenge

Home to one of the world’s great estuaries and blessed with year-round growing seasons, it’s always been easier to source local provisions here in south Louisiana than some other places.

Still, building a diet completely on foods produced nearby is not easy. But those are the marching orders for people undertaking the second-annual Eat Local Challenge, which begins next week and asks participants to eat foods solely from within a 200-mile radius of New Orleans during the month of June.

They will get plenty of help from the local foods enthusiasts behind the Eat Local Challenge. Participants pay a $25

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Co-owneR of CleaveR & Co. Lafayette native Simone Reggie and business partner Seth Hamstead of West Virginia are two recent Tulane University MBA graduates who are developing Cleaver & Co. (www.cleaverand.co), a business Reggie describes as a “locallygrown, whole-animal butcher shop” that sources meats from small-scale, traditional farms and ranches in the region. They plan to open at 3917 Baronne St. in August, but in the meantime Cleaver & Co. will participate in the Eat Local Challenge (www.nolalocavore.org), supplying participants in the month-long event with pork and beef from nearby producers. Contact Cleaver & Co. at info@cleaverand.co.

Nirvana Indian Cuisine 4308 Magazine St., 894-9797 www.insidenirvana.com Do the takeout option from the lunch buffet and you’ll eat for two days.

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Reggie: I did the Eat Local Challenge last year and one of the surprises was how hard it was to find local meats. Local seafood is easy and it’s great, but you can only eat so much of it. I’m this Cajun girl who came to New Orleans and was like, ‘Wow, people really go to the supermarket for their meat?’ We just always went to little butcher shops around Lafayette. So I was interested in starting something here. I met Seth through the Tulane MBA program and he had an idea to do something similar, so we decided to work together. : So what will it be like shopping here?

R: There will be a map on the wall pinpointing where each of our products came from and who raised it, and we’ll sell whatever cuts are available. We won’t always have tenderloin, for instance, because there are only two of those on the cow, but there are so many other great cuts of meat and we’ll be doing some education for our customers to show them more of these. (The meat) isn’t going through 20 different hands before it hits your plate. We’re visiting these farms, so we can tell you how the animals are raised and how it got to you. We really want to feature the farmers, the people who put their blood, sweat and tears into their work.

505 Gretna Blvd., Gretna, 363-2174 www.saffronnola.com An inventive approach to Indian cuisine, though serving Friday dinner only.

Salt ’n’ Pepper 400 Iberville St., 561-6070 A walk-up, diner-style dive for curries and goat dishes beside pizza and po-boys.

Sara’s Restaurant 724 Dublin St., 861-0565 www.sarasrestaurant.com A hybrid mixing French dishes with vindaloo, curries and saag.

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R: We’ll be doing boudin, and we’ll have other things like ragouts, stocks and sauces because we’ll have all those bones to use. Hopefully we’ll be making cracklings too. – IAN MCNULTY

registration fee and get a starter kit with a local food products resource guide, a 10 percent discount on locally grown products at the Hollygrove Market & Farm, access to the Eat Local Challenge online recipe forum and invitations to official events. On the Eat Local Challenge website, there are listings for 14 weekly farmers markets in the region, a local planting guide to grow your own produce and resources for kids.

Living up to the spirit of the challenge is strictly an honor system proposition, but organizers have devised different levels of rigor for people to help keep themselves honest. These include “ultrastrict,” which is just as it sounds; “strict,” which allows for chocolate, coffee and, say, the chardonnay grape; and “lenient,” which grants more non-local splurging.

Participants don’t have to rely entirely on home cooking either. More than a dozen New Orleans restaurants have promised to offer at least one Eat Local Challenge-compliant dish on their menus in June.

Events include a kickoff party Thursday, May 31, on the rooftop of the downtown

Rouses Market (701 Baronne St.). The party goes from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and features all-local mojitos, Louisiana wines and Eat Local Challenge starter kits to bring home. Visit www.nolalocavore.org for details.

Late-night burritos

One of the latest additions to the growing Bywater food scene is staking out some late-night hours. The crew at the Green Burrito NOLA (3046 St. Claude Ave., 949-2889) offers burritos, tacos and quesadillas from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. daily. Fillings include steak, chicken and grilled fish, plus vegetable and vegan renditions.

Business partners T.J. Metzger, Brandt Savoy and Otis Thompson had previously operated the Green Burrito as a roving, delivery-only operation. They still deliver, with a range extending from Bywater into the French Quarter, and delivery or take-out are your best options.

You can eat-in, but the tight space, previously home to Dora’s Supermarket, offers little beyond DIY thriftiness.

923 Metairie Rd., 836-6859 The tandoor oven works wonders with meat, seafood and flatbreads.

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And Southern regional food was not thought of in a positive light. It was mostly inferior ingredients that were sought after because they were cheap.”

— Chef Frank Stitt of Birmingham, Ala., from a recent interview with the industry publication nation’s Restaurant news, reflecting on changes in the dining scene since he opened his Highlands Bar and Grill in 1982.

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In conjunction with the Oyster Festival, Bourbon House (144 Bourbon St., 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse.com) hosts its own annual Wine & Gulf Oyster Pairing on Wednesday, May 30, asking people to sample select wines with local oysters and vote for their favorite pairing.

Participants pay $15 and get a half dozen oysters and tasting portions of five white wines, served in a blind tasting. The pairing is held in a private dining room from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and participants may arrive at any point in that timeframe. Reservations are recommended. The winning pairing will be posted to the restaurant’s blog, www.chefslagniappe.com.

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marathon around Audubon Park every year. All I do is put one foot in front of the other, not rushing into it and still taking time to enjoy myself. Same thing with oysters: I finish one dozen then I move to the next. I’ve placed second, third and fourth in previous championships and have savored every oyster.” (Conti also has held competitive eating titles involving pancakes, string beans, beef brisket and Twinkies.)

The festival has two other competitions. Oyster growers can compete in the New Orleans Fish House largest oyster contest, and winners from past years will be on display. The P&J Shucking Contest will determine who can open the most oysters in two minutes.

The music lineup includes Irma Thomas, Kermit Ruffins, the Treme Brass Band, Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. and the Zydeco Twisters, Bonerama and others. The

Saintsations Sonya “The Black Widow” Thomas (center) and Honeycelebrates her victory at the 2010 Acme bees will make Oyster Eating contest with Acme’s Lucien appearances Gunter (left) and Mike Rodrigue (right). and there is a kids tent with oyster coloring New Orleans Oyster Festival junE books, shell 1 p.m.-9 p.m. Sat.; painting and a 12:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Sun. visit from Ollie the Oyster.

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he amazing thing about New Orleans bivalves is that they are so huge and meaty,” says Jason “Crazy Legs” Conti, a competitive eater and three-time Acme Oyster Eating contest winner. (He’s consumed 20 dozen Louisiana oysters in less than 10 minutes.) “In New York, oysters are just a taste, but in New Orleans you make sandwiches out of them.”

Celebrating Louisiana oysters inspired P&J Oyster Company owner Sal Sunseri to start the New Orleans Oyster Festival in 2010. “I wanted a festival that would showcase farmers, restaurants and the oysters themselves in the oyster capital of America,” Sunseri says. “Many people think I started this to build awareness after [the] BP [oil disaster], but I planned on doing it in June 2006, before [Hurricane] Katrina had even happened. It just happened things turned out this way.”

Now in its third year, the festival is moving to a larger space in Woldenberg Park. There will be contests, cooking demonstrations, live music and oyster dishes from 20 local restaurants. The options range from commonplace to quirky: oyster ravioli from Andrea’s Restaurant, smoked oyster boudin balls with Rockefeller aioli from Bourbon House, fried Lousiana barbecue oyster po-boys from Katie’s Restaurant & Bar, and fried oysters with foie gras and truffle aioli from Elizabeth’s Restaurant. There also are nonseafood options, including red beans and rice and chicken tenders.

Festivalgoers can enter the 10th annual Acme Oyster Eating Contest, as long as they promise to use cocktail forks per Major League Eating guidelines: “The thing about oysters, the shells themselves are sharp. If you’re eating for pleasure, you won’t notice that, but when you’re eating for speed, it becomes an issue,” says Richard Shea, president of Major League Eating. “In 2002, we had face tape for the guys, but the oyster liquor made the tape fall off and it was pretty hilarious. And when you eat oysters you typically use a fork, anyway — those guys can pile three or four oysters on a fork and take them down.”

For Conti, it’s more about the Zen of eating than worrying about equipment.

“Rookies need to not be overwhelmed by the girth of oysters and just take time to enjoy them,” Conti says. “Look at the crowd and listen to the great music at the fest.” He compares his oyster-eating strategy to his marathon-running strategy: “I run a

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Just below the animated street scene on Japanther’s excellent website lies an accidental requiem for New Orleans skateboarders. It’s in the upcoming tour dates section, which still lists the locale of the Brooklyn duo’s second New Orleans show in the past three months as Peach Orchard Skate Park — the Interstate 610-nestled concrete playground in Gentilly reduced to rubble by Norfolk Southern on May 14. So, instead of catching art-punk creatives Matt Reilly and Ian Vanek in one native habitat, another (adopted DIY safe house United Bakery) will have to do. The gig falls in the middle of a six-week stretch that started at Manhattan rock cathedral Webster Hall and ends at Los Angeles shoebox community center The Smell, with pit stops at coffeehouses, Japanther with Pygmy friends’ houses, recording studios May Lush and Thou and cemeteries. That each makes for an apt venue gives some idea of the 7 p.m. Thursday cornucopia of tastes on display in the United Bakery 14-track, 29-minute head rush of 2011’s Beets, Limes and Rice (Tapes). The distorted 1325 St. Bernard Ave. sample-skits of “Ding Dong Alujah,” “Light 655-3326 Dear Japanther” and “Meet You Later” could be surf-rock detritus, and would-be pop tarts “First of All,” “Porcupine” and “Come Back Home” get spoonfuls of cyanide in the forms of overdriven bass and keening, overdosed treble. Pygmy Lush and Thou open. Admission $5. — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

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Center, 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 827-5858; www.zeitgeistinc.net INHERIT THE WIND (NR) — Stanley Kramer’s 1960 film fictionalizes the 1925 Scopes “Monkey” trial as a means to discuss McCarthyism. Tickets $5.50. Noon Saturday-Sunday and June 6, Prytania Theatre, 5339 Prytania St., 891-2787; www.theprytania.com PAYBACK (NR) — Margaret Atwood’s book Payback: Debt and the Shadow Side of Wealth is the basis for Jennifer Baichwal’s documentary on debt in its

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Audiences had good reason to expect the worst from Men in Black 3. The original MIB was Starring Will Smith, Tommy an authentic hit thanks mainly to the chemistry between stars Will Smith and Tommy Lee Lee Jones, Josh Brolin Jones. The second installment squandered the first film’s easy charm and replaced it with Wide release gooey space aliens repeatedly going splat. A decade has passed since MIB 2. Why bring back a series that seemed tired and played-out before the Iraq War even began?

If phrases like “easy money” or “gullible audiences” come to mind, think again. There’s always a profit motive behind a big summer-movie franchise, but that doesn’t necessarily tell the tale. For the most part, MIB 3 is breezy and fun and all the things moviegoers look for when the weather gets hot. It’s the most entertaining entry in the series so far. It even gets poignant at the end. Who knew?

Significant time off may have helped recharge the MIB batteries. Barry Sonnenfeld, who directed all three movies and began his career as the Coen brothers’ ace cinematographer, spent the last several years producing TV shows. Smith last appeared in a movie four years ago, as he’s been working behind the scenes to support the show-biz careers of his wife (Jada Pinkett Smith) and kids. But the secret weapon here is a script by Etan Cohen (not to be confused with Coen Brother Ethan Coen) that manages to match alien goo with character and story.

MIB’s appeal always hinges on how the movies play everything straight — the aliens secretly populating Manhattan are regarded as slightly more eccentric versions of regular New Yorkers. The secret agents played by Smith and Jones wrangle the creatures with dry wit and not a drop of irony. MIB 3 takes the whole thing back to 1969, as Agent J (Smith) time-travels to prevent Agent K (Jones) from being killed by bad guy Boris the Animal (Flight of the Conchords’ Jemaine Clement).

Setting much of the film in late-’60s New York allows the series’ visual effects team to reimagine MIB headquarters — among other things — as it might have existed then. There’s an acre’s worth of mainframe computer, for example. Even the period aliens are redesigned with ’50s and ’60s movie monsters in mind. The whole thing generates way too much visual detail to digest in one viewing. And it’s hard to resist the cultural references and settings, especially Andy Warhol’s famed studio and hangout, The Factory.

The artist gets his own MIB-style origin story and the Velvet Underground finds its rightful spot on the soundtrack — though I’d have paid extra to see Lou Reed’s secret alien origins revealed at last.

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OPENING ARIODANTE GALLERY. 535 Julia St., 524-3233 — Works Bettina Miret, jewelry by Kiki Huston and collage paintings by Phillip Lightweis-Goff, through June.

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ARTHUR ROGER GALLERY. 432 Julia St., 5221999; www.arthurrogergallery. com — “Rings of Granite,” sculpture by Jesus Moroles; “Ersy: Architect of Dreams,” selections from the Ogden Museum of Southern Art exhibition; both through July 14. Opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday.

CALLAN CONTEMPORARY. 518 Julia St., 525-0518; www.callancontemporary.com — “Opus Concava,” paintings by JoseMaria Cundin, through July 28.

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D.O.C.S. 709 Camp St., 5243936 — “So Much Art, So Little Time III,” an annual retrospective of gallery artists and artists from the past ten months of exhibitions, through Aug. 1.

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HERIARD-CIMINO GALLERY. 440 Julia St., 5257300; www.heriardcimino.com — “Identity,” works by Carlos Betancourt, Sharon Jacques and Carlos Villasante, through June. Opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday.

JEAN BRAGG GALLERY OF SOUTHERN ART. 600 Julia St., 895-7375; www. jeanbragg.com — “Cries of New Orleans,” a group show of paintings featuring Carol Hallock, through June.

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LEMIEUX GALLERIES. 332 Julia St., 522-5988; www. lemieuxgalleries.com — “Man, Myth, Monster,” a group exhibition curated by Christy Wood, through June 28.

Opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday.

NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MUSEUM. 945 Magazine St., 527-6012; www.nationalww2museum.org — “Snapshots of D-Day: Photographs of the Normandy Invasion,” through July 8. Opening Saturday.

BARRISTER’S GALLERY. 2331 St. Claude Ave., 5252767; www.barristersgallery. com — “Visions of the Unnatural World,” paintings by Nikki Crook, Amy Guidry and Monique Ligons, through Saturday.

THE BEAUTY SHOP. 3828 Dryades St. — Works by Rebecca Rebouche, ongoing.

BEE GALLERIES. 319 Chartres St., 587-7117; www. beegalleries.com — Works by 15 local and regional artists including Martin LaBorde, ongoing.

BENEITO’S ART. 3618 Magazine St., 891-9170; www. bernardbeneito.com — Oil paintings, prints, postcards and license plates by Bernard Beneito, ongoing.

BERTA’S AND MINA’S ANTIQUITIES GALLERY. 4138 Magazine St., 8956201 — “New Orleans Loves to Second Line All the Time,” works by Nilo and Mina Lanzas; works by Clementine Hunter, Noel Rockmore and others; both ongoing.

CAFE BABY. 237 Chartres St., 310-4004; www. markbercier.com — Paintings and works on paper by Mark Bercier, ongoing.

CASELL GALLERY. 818 Royal St., 524-0671; www. casellartgallery.com — Works

by Joachim Casell, Rene Ragi, Phillip Sage and Jack Miller, ongoing.

NEW ORLEANS ARTWORKS. 727 Magazine St., 529-7279 — “Splash: The Freedom of Artistic Expression,” works by Stephen Williams, Aziz Diagne and Cathy DeYoung, through July.

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COURTYARD GALLERY. 1129 Decatur St., 330-0134; www.woodartandmarketing.com — Hand-carved woodworks by Daniel Garcia, ongoing.

OCTAVIA ART GALLERY. 4532 Magazine St., 3094249; www.octaviaartgallery. com — “Inside/Outside: Contemporary Cuban Art,” works by Luisa Mesa, Victoria Montoro Zamorano, Jose Antonio Choy and Ruben Rodriguez Martinez, through June. Opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday.

DU MOIS GALLERY. 4921 Freret St., 818-6032; www. dumoisgallery.com — “Visages,” works by Devin Meyers and Fat Kids, through June.

PARSE GALLERY. 134 Carondelet St. — “Caligula,” works by Wesley Stokes, through June 29. Opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday.

GALLERIES 3 RING CIRCUS’ THE BIG TOP GALLERY. 1638 Clio St., 569-2700; www.3rcp. com — “Neo Neo Neo Primitive,” paintings by Nick Inman, through Saturday.

ACADEMY GALLERY. 5256 Magazine St., 899-8111 — Annual student exhibition, through July 21.

ANTON HAARDT GALLERY. 2858 Magazine St., 309-4249; www.antonart. com — Works by Anton

D.O.C.S. 709 Camp St., 5243936 — “Iconic Inspiration,” paintings by Cheryl Cabrera, through Thursday.

THE FRONT. 4100 St. Claude Ave.; www.nolafront.org — Works by Ariya Martin, Philippe Landry and Rachel Avena Brown, through Sunday.

GALERIE ROYALE. 3648 Magazine St., 894-1588; www.galerieroyale.com — “New Orleans,” ink and watercolor on paper by Lee Kessler, through Thursday.

GALLERY 3954. 3954 Magazine St., 400-9032; www. gallery3954.com — Works by Fifi Laughlin, George Marks, Julie Silvers, Kathy Slater and Neirmann Weeks, ongoing.

GALLERY VERIDITAS. 3822 Magazine St., 267-5991; www.gvnola.com — “A Little Old, A Little New,” works by J. Renee and Luis Colmenares, through June.

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COLE PRATT GALLERY. 3800 Magazine St., 8916789; www.coleprattgallery. com — “About a Line,” works by Katie Rafferty, through June.

Opening reception 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday.

JONATHAN FERRARA GALLERY. 400A Julia St., 522-5471; www.jonathanferraragallery.com — “Thornton Dial: Works On Paper,” through July 21. Opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

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GOOD CHILDREN GALLERY. 4037 St. Claude Ave., 616-7427; www.goodchildrengallery.com — “that Passes Between Us,” a group exhibition of installation, photography, print and video, through Sunday.

GUY LYMAN FINE ART. 3645 Magazine St., 8994687; www.guylymanfineart. com — Mixed media with mechanical light sculpture by Jimmy Block, ongoing.

HERIARD-CIMINO GALLERY. 440 Julia St., 525-7300; www.heriardcimino.com — “Intrinsic Systems,” paintings by Andree Carter, through Wednesday.

HOMESPACE GALLERY. 1128 St. Roch Ave., (917) 584-9867 — “Structure for Landscape: Exploring the Built Environment,” a group exhibition of artists and architects curated by Maria Levitsky, through Sunday.

JACK GALLERY. 900 Royal St., 588-1777 — Paintings, lithographs and other works by tom Everhart, Gordon Parks, Al Hirschfeld, Stanley Mouse, Anja, Patrick McDonnell and other artists, ongoing.

JEAN BRAGG GALLERY OF SOUTHERN ART. 600 Julia St., 895-7375; www.jeanbragg. com — “Close to Home,” paintings by Charles G. Smith, through thursday.

JONATHAN FERRARA GALLERY. 400A Julia St., 522-5471; www.jonathanferraragallery.com — “thornton Dial: Works On Paper,” through July 21.

MUSIC BOX. 1027 Piety St., (347) 784-5226; www. dithyrambalina.com — “the Music Box: A Shantytown Sound Laboratory,” an interactive installation, through Saturday.

NEW ORLEANS ARTWORKS. 727 Magazine St., 529-7279 — “Printemps,” glass sculpture by Curtiss Brock, glass torch-worked jewelry by tucker Kelley and gyotaku prints

by Scott Johnson, through thursday.

NEWCOMB ART GALLERY. Woldenberg Art Center, Tulane University, 865-5328; www. newcombartgallery.tulane.edu — “Patricia Cronin: All Is Not Lost,” through June.

NOUVELLE LUNE. 938 Royal St., 908-1016 — Works using reclaimed, repurposed or salvaged materials by Linda Berman, Georgette Fortino, David Bergeron, Kelly Guidry and tress turner, ongoing.

PETER O’NEILL STUDIOS. 721 Royal St., 527-0703; www. oneillgallery.com — Works by Peter O’Neill, ongoing.

RHINO CONTEMPORARY CRAFTS GALLERY. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., second floor, 523-7945; www.rhinocrafts.com — Works

by Cathy Cooper-Stratton, Margo Manning, Chad Ridgeway and teri Walker and others, ongoing.

SCOTT EDWARDS PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY. 2109 Decatur St., 610-0581 — “Photosmith’s Quintet,” music photographs by Zack Smith, Chris Felver, Barry Kaiser, Greg Miles and Bob Compton, through June.

SOREN CHRISTENSEN GALLERY. 400 Julia St., 5699501; www.sorengallery.com — “Reveille,” paintings by Melissa Herrington, through thursday.

STAPLE GOODS. 1340 St. Roch Ave., 908-7331; www. postmedium.org/staplegoods — “Sculptures I Wish I Had Made,” photography-based mixed media by Cynthia Scott, through Sunday.

STELLA JONES GALLERY. Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 132, 568-9050 — “Louisiana Roots,” paintings by Ed Clark; sculpture

by Harold Cousins, through June 29.

STUDIO 831. 532 Royal St., 304-4392; www.studio831royal.com — “In a Mind’s Eye,” sculpture by Jason Robert Griego, ongoing.

THOMAS MANN GALLERY I/O. 1812 Magazine St., 5812113; www.thomasmann.com — “Wire World,” wall pieces, jewelry and wearable art by thomas Mann, Cathy Cooper and Steve Lohman, through June.

UNO-ST. CLAUDE GALLERY. 2429 St. Claude Ave. — “Uncanny Mirror of Available Darkness,” photographs by Maria Levitsky, through Saturday.

call for artists ART MELT. Forum 35 accepts art submissions and marketplace entries for the annual Art Melt, an arts market and juried show to be held at the Louisiana State Museum in Baton Rouge on July 14. Visit www.artmelt. org or www.forum35.org for details. Submissions deadline is Friday.

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THREE MUSES. 536 Frenchmen St., 252-4801; www. thethreemuses.com — Portraits

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museums CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER. 900 Camp St., 528-3800; www.cacno.org — “NOLA NOW Part II: Abstraction In Louisiana”; “Spaces,” works from artist co-ops Antenna, the Front and Good Children Gallery; both through June 17.

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HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTION. 533 Royal St., 523-4662; www.hnoc. org — “Furnishing Louisiana, 1735–1835,” an exhibition exploring early Louisiana furniture and woodworking, through June 17.

LONGUE VUE HOUSE AND GARDENS. 7 Bamboo Road, 488-5488; www.longuevue. com — “Mallarme II: Movement & Abstraction,” works by George Dunbar, through June.

LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM CABILDO. 701 Chartres St., 568-6968; www.lsm. crt.state.la.us — “New Orleans Bound 1812: the Steamboat that Changed America,” through January 2013.

LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM PRESBYTERE. 751 Chartres St., 568-6968; www. lsm.crt.state.la.us — “the Louisiana Plantation Photos of Robert tebbs,” 60 gelatin silver prints by the architecture photographer, through November. “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond”; “It’s Carnival time in Louisiana,” Carnival artifacts, costumes, jewelry and other items; both ongoing.

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Sept. 16. “Forever,” mural by Odili Donald Odita, through Oct. 7.

OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN ART. 925 Camp St., 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.org — “Maximalist and Naturalist,” paintings by Merk Messersmith; “Remedies,” oil paintings

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SOUTHEASTERN ARCHITECTURAL ARCHIVE. Jones Hall, Tulane University, 6801 Freret St., 865-5699; seaa. tulane.edu — “Following Wright,” an exhibit highlighting Frank Lloyd Wright’s influence with drawings by architects Edward Sporl, Albert C. Ledner, Philip Roach Jr. and Leonard Reese Spangenberg, through Dec. 7.

SOUTHERN FOOD & BEVERAGE MUSEUM. Riverwalk Marketplace, 1 Poydras St., Suite 169, 569-0405; www. southernfood.org — “IlluminEAting,” photographs by Meredith Beau, through June 10. “tan-

queray Olive” and “Guinness Pint,” prints by tom Gianfagna, through Jan. 21, 2013. “Lena Richard: Pioneer in Food tV,” an exhibit curated by Ashley Young; “then and Now: the Story of Coffee”; both ongoing.

TULANE UNIVERSITY SPECIAL COLLECTIONS ROOM. Jones Hall, room 205, Tulane University, 6801 Freret St., 865-5000; www.tulane. edu — “the Art of Proteus,” an exhibition showcasing the krewe’s costume and float designs from 1882-1907, through Wednesday.

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Life in cities is about navigating structures.

We dart around in cars or on bikes dodging each other as the cityscape whizzes by. We mostly see what we need to see, orienting ourselves within patterns of motion, noting the landmarks that mark our progress. that transformation of landscapes into structures, and structures into forms observed in passing, is what defines “modern” life — a process of constant reorientation in time as well as space, as motion becomes a constant. Maria Levitsky’s photomontages reflect that process as particular places and spaces are sliced and diced, then reassembled in accordance with the inner logic of the mind’s eye, the subjective GPS of the psyche. the steel skeleton of an industrial building seems to levitate in articulated segments in Collusion of Redundant Obstacles, suggesting a time-lapse birth-to-death ballet of bare steel girders coming together and then coming apart. Uncanny Mirror features the ordinary yet elegant elements of antique New Orleans residences montaged into fragments as if reflected in a shattered mirror or a nihilist kaleidoscope. But Treme Mystery House (pictured) takes us to the elegant decadence of the 19th century in ghostly interior spaces where the walls and stairs go their own whimsical ways in an anachronistic puzzle palace — a Creole townhouse where past and present cohabit the same timeworn spaces like sleepwalkers, intersecting in passages and stairways that seem to lead to unknowable other dimensions.

Natalie tobacyk’s Perceptions series includes a striking sculpture of stacked folding chairs like a latter-day constructivist monument to the history of public meetings, those anonymous ephemeral gatherings for purposes often soon forgotten. Her investigation of things quotidian is further explored in prints, paintings and sculptures based on random arrangements of plastic bags, the most disposable of everyday objects. Some are full but others are just imprints of bags outlined in oozing pigment, afterimages of the lowest items in our consumer caste society, democratically memorialized for posterity.

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TheaTeR FIRST CHILD. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., 2317011; www.nolacomedy.com — In Jason Kerzinski’s play, a couple looking to conceive turns to a sperm bank to access an “optimism gene.” Tickets $10.

7 p.m. Thursday-Friday and 10 p.m. Saturday.

THE GINGHAM DOG. Elm Theatre, 220 Julia St., 218-0055; www.elmtheatre.org — In Lanford Wilson’s play, an interracial couple suffers through the first days of separation amid the height of the civil rights movement. Tickets $20. 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday through July 7.

GOOD SPORTS. Studio A at the Steak Knife, 888 Harrison Ave., 488-8981; www.steakkniferestaurant.com — Larry Beron, Alden Hagardorn and Philip Melancon present a revue of songs — including originals — about sports.

Call 202-0986 for reservations.

Tickets $15. 8 p.m. Thursday.

HOGAN’S GOAT. Irish House, 1432 St. Charles Ave., 5956755; www.theirishhouseneworleans.com — Inner Compass Theatre produces William Alfred’s play about Brookyn, N.Y.’s Irish immigrant community during a mayor’s race in 1890, with Irish House chef Matt Murphy in a cameo role. Call (917) 969-8698 or email innercompasstheatre@ gmail.com for reservations.

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LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR & GRILL. JuJu Bag Cafe and Barber Salon, 5363 Franklin Ave., 872-0969; www.thejujubag. com — New Orleans R&B singer Sharon Martin plays Billie Holiday in the musical dramatizing the jazz singer’s final performance.

Call 570-0266 for reservations.

Advance tickets $20 general admission, $16 seniors, $12 students; $25 at the door. Fridays through June 29.

LYSISTRATA. AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge.com — Cripple Creek Theatre Co. performs the Aristophanes comedy about a woman’s mission to end the Peloponnesian War by persuading the women of Greece to withhold sex from their husbands and lovers until the war is ended.

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XANADU. Fuhrmann Auditorium, 317 N. Jefferson St., Covington, 892-2624 — Dane Rhodes directs the musical based on the cult-classic Olivia Newton-John movie about a Greek muse who descends to Earth to help a struggling artist create a roller disco. Tickets $30 general admission, $27 seniors and military, $20 students. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.

BuRlesque & CaBaReT BURLESQUE BALLROOM. Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta Hotel, 300 Bourbon St., 553-2270; www. sonesta.com — Trixie Minx stars in the weekly burlesque show featuring the music of Leon “Kid Chocolate” Brown. Call 5532331 for details. 11:50 p.m. Friday.

FLEUR DE TEASE. One Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse St., 5698361; www.oneeyedjacks.net — The burlesque troupe presents its season finale. Call 319-8917 or email info@fleurdetease.com for reservations. Tickets $15 general admission, $20 reserved seating. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Sunday.

DaNCe KOMENKA ETHNIC DANCE & MUSIC ENSEMBLE SPRING CONCERT. Loyola University New Orleans, Louis J. Roussel Performance Hall, 6363 St. Charles Ave., 865-2074; www.montage.loyno.edu — The dance ensemble presents its

harmony chorus holds weekly auditions for new members. Call 363-9001 or visit www.mardigraschorus.com for details. 7:15 p.m. Tuesday.

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ALADDIN. Cutting Edge Theater at Attractions Salon, 747 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 2900760; www.cuttingedgeproductions.org — Young actors perform the musical based on the Disney film. Tickets $15 general admission, $12.50 children. 8 p.m.

Friday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday through June 3, then 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 3 p.m.

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sTaGe eVeNTs FRINGE FEST INFO MEETING. Byrdie’s Gallery, 2422-A St. Claude Ave., www.byrdiesgallery.com — Prospective performers and volunteers can learn how to get involved with the 2012 festival. Visit www.nofringe.org for details. 6 p.m. Sunday.

auDITIONs CRESCENT CITY SOUND CHORUS. Delgado Community College, City Park campus, 615 City Park Ave., 671-5012; www. dcc.edu — The women’s chorus holds weekly auditions for new members. Call 453-0858 or visit www.crescentcitysound.com for details. 7 p.m. Monday.

LOUISIANA HISTORY ALIVE. The company of actors/historians who portray historical figures seeks performers to research, write, improvise and interact with the general public for events.

Call 376-9963 for details.

MARDI GRAS CHORUS. Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1001 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, 469-4740; www.ctk-nola. org — The men’s barbershop

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COMeDY ALLSTAR COMEDY REVUE. House of Blues Voodoo Garden, 225 Decatur St. — Leon Blanda hosts a comedy show featuring special guests. 8 p.m. Thursday.

CHRIS & TAMI. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St.; www.newmovementtheater.com — Chris Trew and Tami Nelson perform an hourlong, tag teamstyle improv comedy set. Tickets $5. 9 p.m. Friday.

COMEDY BEAST. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 828 S. Peters St., 5229653; www.thehowlinwolf.com — The New Movement presents a stand-up comedy showcase.

Tickets $5. 8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

COMEDY CATASTROPHE. Lost Love Lounge, 2529 Dauphine St., 944-0099; www. lostlovelounge.com — Cassidy Henehan hosts the weekly comedy showcase. Free admission.

9 p.m. Tuesday.

COMEDY ROLL. Little Tokyo Small Plates & Noodle Bar, 1340 S. Carrollton Ave., 8616088; www.littletokyonola.com — The restaurant hosts a free stand-up comedy showcase. 9 p.m. Thursday.

DRUNKTOONS. Shadowbox Theatre, 2400 St. Claude Ave., 298-8676; www.theshadow-

boxtheatre.com — Reprising its 2012 Fringe Fest performance, the National Comedy Company presents live performances of the voices of poorly animated shorts. Tickets $8. Visit www. nationalcomedycompany.com for details. 11 p.m. Saturday.

FEAR & LOATHING WITH GOD’S BEEN DRINKING. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., 231-7011; www. nolacomedy.com — The double bill includes Fear and Loathing, the sketch comedy show, and God’s Been Drinking, the improv comedy troupe. Tickets $10, $5 with drink purchase.

8:30 p.m. Friday.

LAUGH & SIP. Therapy Wine Lounge, 3001 Tulane Ave., 784-0054; www.therapynola. com — PissYoPants Comedy presents the weekly event featuring Louisiana comedians and live music. Visit www.pissyopants. com for details. Tickets $7. 8 p.m. Thursday.

LAUGH OUT LOUD COMEDY FOR A CAUSE. Howlin’ Wolf, 907 S. Peters St., 522-9653; www.thehowlinwolf.com — The comedy show benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society features Magic Mike, Wes Cannon, James Cusimano and J.D. Sledge. Visit www.laughoutloudnola.com for reservations.

Tickets $20. 8:30 p.m. Saturday.

THE MEGAPHONE SHOW. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St.; www.newmovementtheater.com — Each show features a guest sharing favorite true stories, the details of which are turned into improv comedy.

Tickets $5. 10:30 p.m. Saturday.

STUPID TIME MACHINE PRESENTS. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St.; www. newmovementtheater.com — The improv comedy troupe presents improv, sketch comedy, videos and guest performers. Tickets $5. 10:30 p.m. Friday.

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THE GOONOLAS. Deutsches Haus, 1023 Ridgewood St., Metairie, 522-8014; www.deutscheshaus.org — Stephen James, Bill Lee and Greg Beaumont perform a radio show-style production of comedy sketches and songs, both originals and mid-20th century standards. Visit www. goonolas.com/tickets.html for reservations. Tickets $15 general admission, $12 Deutsches Haus members. 7:30 p.m. Friday-

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SPRING AWAKENING. Shadowbox Theatre, 2400 St. Claude Ave., 298-8676; www. theshadowboxtheatre.com — Frank Wedekind’s play follows a group of adolescents as they navigate their nascent sexuality.

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JUMPIN’ INTO SUMMER. Covington Trailhead, 419 N. Hampshire St., Covington — the children’s event features a live animal presentation by the audubon nature

thepark.com — proceeds from speciality cocktails purchased at the event benefit prospect new orleans. free admission.

Visit www.prospectneworleans.org for details. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

WESTWEGO FARMERS & FISHERIES MARKET. Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market, Sala Avenue at Fourth Street, Westwego — the market offers organic produce, baked goods, jewelry, art and more, with live music and pony rides. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. wednesday and saturday.

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WWII PUB QUIZ. Stage Door Canteen at The National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., 528-1944; www.stagedoorcanteen.org — the quiz tests knowledge of general trivia as well as wwii questions, and american sector offers food and cocktail happy hour specials. free admission. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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CRESCENT CITY FARMERS MARKET. Tulane University Square, 200 Broadway St. — the weekly market features fresh produce, kettle corn, green plate specials and flowers. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

FRESH MARKET. Circle Food Store, 1522 St. Bernard Ave. — the Downtown neighbor-

institute’s wetland express, face-painting and other activities. Call (985) 892-1873 for details. free admission.

10 a.m. to noon.

UNITED ASTROLOGY CONFERENCE. Marriott Hotel, 555 Canal St., 5811000; www.marriott.com — the conference features more than 300 classes and workshops presented by 175 world-renowned astrologers. there is a free bookshop and marketplace open to the public. Call (800) 405-8163 or visit www.uacastrology. com for the full schedule and other details. admission starts at $50. 9 a.m.

WEDNESDAY 30 COVINGTON FARMERS MARKET. Covington City Hall, 609 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 892-1873 — the market offers fresh locally produced foods every week. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. wednesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. saturday.

FRENCH MARKET FARMERS MARKET. French Market, French Market Place, between Decatur and N. Peters streets, 522-2621; www.frenchmarket.org — the weekly market offers seasonal produce, seafood, prepared foods, smoothies and more. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

GARY SMITH LECTURE. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, 838-1190 — the author, editor, publisher and photojournalist discusses photography. 7 p.m.

PROSPECT NEW ORLEANS SOCIAL. Ralph’s on the Park, 900 City Park Ave., 488-1000; www.ralphson-

hood market Consortium market features fresh produce, dairy, seafood, baked goods and more. ebt and wiC accepted. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

FRiDAY 1 EASTSIDE ART MARKET. Eastside Studios, 107 S. Orange St., Hammond, (985) 542-7113 or (985) 5430403 — eastside studios

holds a juried art market for professional artists on the first friday of each month. artists pay a $15 application fee and, if accepted, a $20 booth fee. 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

MARKETPLACE AT ARMSTRONG PARK. Armstrong Park, N. Rampart and St. Ann streets — the weekly market features fresh produce, baked goods, louisiana seafood, natural products, art, crafts and entertainment. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. fridays.

WHERE Y’ART. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, 6584100; www.noma.org — the museum’s weekly event features music, performances, lectures, film screenings, family-friendly activities and more. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. fridays.

WYES PRIVATE BEER SAMPLING. Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, 1751 Gentilly Blvd., 943-1415; www. fairgroundsracecourse.com — the tasting features more than 50 beers, from home brewed to rare craft varieties, as well as food. Call 486-5511 ext.

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BACK TO THE BEACH FESTIVAL. Laketown, end of Williams Boulevard, Kenner, 468-7200; www. laketownkenner.com — The Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation’s signature event features live music, food, arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities, a run/walk, fishing rodeo, car show and more.

Visit www.saveourlake.org/ beach-festival.php for details.

Tickets $10 general admission, $8 students, $4 children 12 and under. 3:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.

CRESCENT CITY FARMERS MARKET. Magazine Street Market, Magazine and Girod Streets, 861-5898; www. marketumbrella.org — The weekly market features fresh produce, flowers and food. 8 a.m. to noon.

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E-WASTE AND PAINT DROP-OFF. Whole Foods Market Arabella Station, 5600 Magazine St., 899-9119 — Whole Foods and the Green Project offer a monthly electronic waste and paint drop-off event. Visit www. greenproject.org for details.

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ELMER’S ISLAND BEACH SWEEP. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries in conjunction with Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program hosts a clean-up of the beach of the barrier island located southwest of Grand Isle. Lunch and supplies will be provided. Call (985) 449-4715 or visit www. wlf.louisiana.gov for details. 8 a.m. to noon.

GERMAN COAST FARMERS MARKET. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Road, Destrehan — The market features a wide range of fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers and other items.

Visit www.germancoastfarmersmarket.org for details. 8 a.m. to noon.

GRETNA FARMERS MARKET. Gretna Farmers Market, Huey P. Long Avenue, between Third and Fourth streets, Gretna, 362-8661 — The weekly rain-or-shine market features more than 30 vendors offering a wide range of fruits, vegetables, meats and flowers. Free admission.

8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GALA. Interna-

tional High School of New Orleans, 727 Carondelet St., 613-5703; www.ihsnola. org — The school’s inaugural fundraiser highlights music, art and food from around the world. Visit ihsnola.eventbrite. org for details. Admission $60 for person, $100 per couple.

Patron party 6 p.m., general admission 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

NEW COMMUNITY HOMES OPEN HOUSE AND RIBBON-CUTTING. The organization building new, affordable homes on property acquired by the Road Home Corporation hosts an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony at 4211 Dreux Ave. The event also features speakers, food and live music by NOCCA students. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

PARADE OF HOMES. The Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans’s event features tours of more than 19 homes in Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines and St. Charles Parishes to showcase the latest building and design trends.

Visit www.home-builders.org for the list of addresses and other details. Free admission.

1 p.m. to 5 p.m. SaturdaySunday and June 9-10.

SANKOFA FARMERS MARKET. Holy Angels Complex, 3500 St. Claude Ave., 875-4268; www.sankofafarmersmarket.org — The weekly market offers fresh produce and seafood from local farmers and fishermen. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays.

ST. BERNARD SEAFOOD & FARMERS MARKET. Aycock Barn, 409 Aycock St., Arabi — The market showcases fresh seafood, local produce, jams and preserves, baked goods, crafts, live entertainment, children’s activities and more.

Call 355-4442 or visit www. visitstbernard.com for details.

8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays.

WYES INTERNATIONAL BEER TASTING. UNO Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin Ave., 280-7171; www.arena. uno.edu — The sampling includes regional craft beers, ales and lagers, as well as beer seminars, food and live music. Call 486-5511 or visit www.wyes.org for details.

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Sunday 3 NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVOR’S DAY. Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, 315 Ridgelake Drive, Metairie, 833-4963; www.mountolivelutheran.net —

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STRUT & SWIM. W Hotel New Orleans, 333 Poydras St., 525-9444 — Fashion Week NOLA hosts poolside fashion shows with live music, drink specials, pop up boutiques, giveaways and more on the hotel’s rooftop. This week’s fashion show features designer Jolie & Elizabeth and boutiques Hemline and Swim ‘n Sport. Free admission. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

CaLL FOr aPPLICatIOnS HUMANA COMMUNITIES BENEFIT. Humana awards a $100,000 grant to a local nonprofit working to improve health experiences or build healthy communities. Visit www.humana.com/hcb for details. Application deadline is July 31.

CaLL FOr VOLunteerS BAYOU REBIRTH WETLANDS EDUCATION. Bayou Rebirth seeks volunteers for wetlands planting projects, nursery maintenance and other duties. Visit www.bayourebirth. org for details.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS VOLUNTEERS. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Louisiana, 2626 Canal St., Suite 203, 309-7304 or (877) 500-7304; www.bbbssela.org — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Louisiana needs volunteers to serve as mentors. A volunteer meets two to three times a month with his or her Little Brother or Sister. You can play games, watch movies, bake cookies, play sports or plan any other outings you both would enjoy.

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CASA NEW ORLEANS. The organization seeks volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates to represent abused and neglected children in New Orleans. The time commitment is a minimum of 10 hours per month. No special skills are required; thorough training and support is provided. Call Brian Opert at 522-1962 ext. 213 or email info@casaneworleans. org for details.

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HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS. Harmony Hospice, 519 Metairie Road, Metairie, 832-8111 — Harmony Hospice seeks volunteers to offer companionship to patients through reading, playing cards and other activities. Call Jo-Ann Moore at 832-8111 for details.

JACKSON BARRACKS MUSEUM VOLUNTEERS. The museum seeks volunteers to work one day a week for the Louisiana National Guard Museum. Volunteers prepare military aircraft, vehicles and equipment for display. Call David at 837-0175 or email daveharrell@yahoo.com for details.

JEFFERSON COMMUNITY SCHOOL. The charter school that educates at-risk middle school students who have been expelled from Jefferson Parish public schools seeks adult mentors for its students.

Call 836-0808 for details.

LOUISIANA SPCA VOLUNTEERS. Dorothy Dorsett Brown LA/SPCA Campus, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd., Algiers, 368-5191; www.la-spca. org — The Louisiana SPCA seeks volunteers to work with the animals and help with special events, education and more. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old and complete a volunteer orientation to work directly with animals.

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LOWERNINE.ORG VOLUNTEERS. Lowernine.org seeks volunteers to help renovate homes in the Lower 9th Ward.

Visit www.lowernine.org or email lauren@lowernine.org for details.

MEAL DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS. Jefferson Council on Aging seeks volunteers to deliver meals to homebound adults. Gas/mileage expenses will be reimbursed. Call Gail at 888-5880 for details.

MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION. The MDA seeks volunteers ages 16 and older for its weeklong summer camps around the country.

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OPERATION REACH VOLUNTEERS. Operation REACH and Gulfsouth Youth Action Corps seek college student volunteers from all over the country to assist in providing recreation and education opportunities for New Orleansarea inner-city youth and their families. For information, visit www.thegyac.org and www. operationreach.org.

PEOPLE PROGRAM. The nonprofit seeks volunteers to teach active seniors at its campuses in Metairie, New Orleans and the West Bank.

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PUBLIC SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS. New Orleans Outreach seeks volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise as part of the ARMS-Outreach after-school program. Volunteers are needed in the arts, academics, technology, recreation and life skills. Email jenny@nooutreach.org or call 654-1060 for information.

SENIOR COMPANION VOLUNTEER. New Orleans Council on Aging, Annex Conference Room, 2475 Canal St., 821-4121; www.nocoa.org — The council seeks volunteers to assist with personal and other daily tasks to help seniors live independently. Call for details.

TEEN SUICIDE PREVENTION. The Teen Suicide Prevention Program seeks volunteers to help teach middle- and upper-school New Orleans students. Call 8318475 for details.

TOURO HEALTH CAREER CAMP. Touro Volunteer Services accepts applications for its Health Career Camp for older high school students and recent graduates interested in health care. Call 897-8107 or visit www.touro.com/cc_application.htm for details. Application deadline is Friday.

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AMY ELIZABETH SMITH. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., 895-2266 — The author signs and discusses All Roads Lead to Jane Austen: A Year-Long Journey With Jane. 1 p.m. Saturday.

BARNES & NOBLE JR. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 455-5135 — The bookstore regularly hosts free reading events for kids. Call for schedule information.

DINKY TAO POETRY. Molly’s at the Market, 1107 Decatur St., 525-5169; www.mollysatthemarket.net — The bar hosts a free weekly poetry reading with open mic. 9 p.m. Tuesday.

FRIENDS OF THE NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK SALE. Latter Library Carriage House, 5120 St. Charles Ave., 596-2625; www. nutrias.org — The group hosts twice-weekly sales of books, DVDs, books on tape, LPs and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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JAMES W. MILLER. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., 895-2266 — The author discusses and signs his Where the Water Kept Rising: A College Ath-

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LIBRARYPALOOZA. The East Bank Regional (4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie) and West Bank Regional (2751 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey) branches of the Jefferson Parish Library host kick-off events for their summer reading programs. Visit www.jefferson. lib.la.us for details. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

LOCAL WRITERS’ GROUP. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 455-5135 — The weekly group discusses and critiques fellow members’ writing. All genres welcome.

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A MELANATED SUMMER. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, 658-4100; www.noma. org — The Melanated writing collective hosts a reading of original works, from fiction to screenwriting. 7 p.m. Friday.

PASS IT ON. George & Leah McKenna Museum of African American Art, 2003 Carondelet St., 586-7432; www. themckennamuseum.com — Poet Gian “G-Persepect” Smith and Alphonse “Bobby” Smith host a weekly spokenword and music event. Admission $6. 9 p.m. Saturdays.

RICH COHEN. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., 8997323 — The author signs and discusses The Fish That Are the Whale: The Life and Times of America’s Banana King. 6 p.m. Monday.

ROBERT JEANFREAU & PATTY FRIEDMAN. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, 838-1190 — Jeanfreau (The Story of the Stone) and Friedman (No Takebacks) discuss and sign their books. 7 p.m.

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SLAM NEW ORLEANS OPEN MIC/POETRY SLAM. Shadowbox Theatre, 2400 St. Claude Ave., 298-8676; www. theshadowboxtheatre.com — The open mic and poetry slam happens on the first Sunday of every month. Visit www. facebook.com/slamneworleans for details. Admission $5. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

TAO POETRY. Neutral Ground Coffeehouse, 5110 Danneel St., 891-3381; www.neutralground.org — The coffeehouse hosts a weekly poetry reading.

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THE WELL: A WOMEN’S POETRY CIRCLE. St. Anna’s Episcopal Church, 1313 Esplanade Ave., 947-2121; www. stannanola.org — The group for writers of all levels meets at 2 p.m. Mondays. Call 655-5489 or email hwoodie104@gmail. com for details.

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PRODUCTIONS

• Transportation. Willingness to use your work vehicle on the job preferred.

Please Contact Us: Horticultural Careers • etienned12@hotmail.com

Come join the Criollo Restaurant and Lounge Team, a brand new restaurant located inside Hotel Monteleone.

Hiring

Back Servers

that are sharp, outgoing and eager to train!

Looking for talented

Line Cooks

ready for a new opportunity!

A year round event company seeks

PRODUCTION MANAGERS & STAFF

for a fast-paced event and decor production company.

Will be responsible for managing staff at show sites as well as interact with clients.

Valid Drivers license necessary, a CDL preferred. Manual Labor is required as part of this job.

Call 504-529-5555 or email resume to:

info@ mardigrasproductions.com EOE • A Drug Free Workplace

Apply On-Line

www.hotelmonteleone.com/careers or send your resume to jobs@hotelmonteleone.com

Hotel Monteleone is a Drug Free/ EOE workplace

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If you are interested, please email your resume to Ja’net Torrance at ja’net.torrance@renaissancehotels.com.

New Long Term Business. Great Pay, Bonuses and Good Benefits.

CDL-A, X-End., 1yr T/T Exp. Req. LPG Experience a Plus. Owner Operators Welcomed. Martin Transport, Reserve, LA. 1-888-380-5516

Now Seeking New Orleans Top Service Professionals Now Hiring: Food & Beverage • Housekeeping Culinary • Engineering

• Functional experience with gardening equipment and its general maintenance.

Are you a service oriented food and beverage professional looking for a new opportunity at a top New Orleans restaurant?

DRIVERS/DELIVERY

Offers Volunteer Opportunities.

Make a difference in the lives of the terminally ill & their families.

Services include: friendly visits to patients & their families, provide rest time to caretaker, bereavement & office assistance.

School service hours avail.

Call Volunteer Coordinator @ 504-818-2723 #3016

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Helen Katz CRS, BRC

SUCCESFULLY SELLING REAL ESTATE FOR OVER 30 YEARS! “I will always go the extra mile for you, listen carefully to what you are saying and try to understand your needs and feelings.”

Each office independently owned and operated

Whether you’re Buying or Selling, contact me and I will be happy to help you!

BUYING OR SELLING? I CAN HELP!

ELIZABETH

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WOOD REALTOR 240 Metairie Road, Metairie, LA 70005 Cell: 504-236-9685 • Office: 504-828-9663 liz@sissywood.com Licensed in Louisiana

1820 St. Charles Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130

Each office independently owned & operated

Cell: 504-236-6825 Office: 504-866-2785 www.helenkatz.com

Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission

Helping YOU Buy or Sell Properties throughout the New Orleans Metropolitan Area

Home-Grown, Locally Owned & Internationally Known

Cel: (504) 813-1102 • Office: (504-891-6400) libbiereiss@yahoo.com www.Gardner Realtors.com

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ROSE ANN MIRÓN

Certified Real Estate Negotiator, Historic House Specialist Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission

Cell : 504-644-8687 Office 504-866-2785 ramiron@latterblum.com

Each office independently owned & operated

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504-232-3570 • www.HunnProperties.com Please call anytime for answers to all your real estate questions!

GRIM, ABR, SRS, SRES

burasc@bellsouth.net

Serving

3725 MacArthur Blvd.

512 Lowerline Street Furnished, short-term rental 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, Cable TV, Ceil fans, security, wetbar, all appliances incl washer/dryer, courtyard, fence.

2162 sq ft. $3500/mo.

New Orleans, LA 70114-6825

Office: 504.366.4511 Cell: 504.583.2902 421 Burgundy 1, 3 & 4 $105k - $180k

1323 Esplanade A $169,000

The gauntlet has fallen!

Seller & Lender want to sell! Ground floor front in Victorian style building. 1 bed 1 bath with grand rooms, large windows, 12ft ceilings & original wood floors. Granite counters & stainless appliances in the kitchen.

A whirlpool tub gives the bath a bubbly luxury. The pool is cool!

Located in the trendy Treme.

Bank must approve short sale, make any offer!

936 Conti #15 $329,000

Park your ride & take a plunge.

This lovely complex offers beautiful common areas featuring a swimming pool, hot tub & covered parking. 2 bed/ 1 .5 bath condo located on the second floor in townhouse style.

Hardwood floors down & carpet up. Spacious kitchen featuring a breakfast bar. Interior laundry room with stacked washer/ dryer. Balcony off master bedroom overlooks courtyard.

Take a look!

1233 Esplanade #16 $145,000

Call me to find out how our exclusive, luxury marketing tools can benefit you. 722-7640

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N.O. Properties 504-864-2329

Each ofc independently owned & operated

1113 GENERAL PERSHING ST

Just a stones throw away from the FQ. This 2 bed/ 1 bath condo with kitchen and living on the first level, bedrooms and bath on the second level. Features stainless appliances, ventless washer and dryer hookups, reasonable condo fees. One assigned covered garage parking space included.

Nice pool area and more!

Samara D. Poché

504.319.6226 • sam@fqr.com 504.949.5400

www.TriciaKing.com

sampochesells.com

CLARA PALETOU GRI, ABR

Beautiful Two-Story Greek Revival on a great block w/many restored homes. 3 BR, 2.5 BA. Graceful floor plan w/2 grand entry rooms for Formal Living & Dining. Kitchen & Den have charming stenciled wood floors. Screened Sun Room in the back has views of side garden & landscaped brick patio.

Master Suite includes a private balcony, walk-in closet, master bath w/separate jacuzzi tub & shower. Spacious Rooms w/many elegant architectural details. $659K.

1004 CLOUET - HISTORIC BYWATER

Creole Cottage gutted & completely renovated in 2012. 3 BR, 2.5 BA. Be the first to enjoy this charming renovation in the Historic Bywater Neighborhood. Great Floor plan w/ Master Suite & 2nd Bedroom Down. Upstairs Bedroom & Bath in converted attic w/ Dormers allowing natural light. Great flow w/L iving Room, Dining Room & Kitchen leading out to an enchanting courtyard area. Lg fenced back yard for privacy & bricked/decked for low maintenance. $309K

610 JOHN CHURCHILL CHASE ST. #7

SOLD IN ONE DAY $16,000 OVER LISTED PRICE!!!

3938 Magazine St. New Orleans, LA 70118 2226-28 Pine St. FOR PROFESSIONAL, KNOWLEDGEABLE MARKETING OF YOUR PROPERTY YOU NEED ONLY MAKE ONE CALL . . .

direct: 504-858-5837 • office: 504-891-6400 cducp@aol.com

BECAUSE YOU DESERVE THE VERY BEST !!

Each office is independently owned & operated

BARBARA HALLENBECK BEDESTANI REALTOR, CRS, Historic Home Specialist

Cell: 504-606-5445 Office: 504-899-4040 barbarah@cbtech.com Licensed Real Estate Agent in the State of Louisiana

Sophisticated, Soho Style Loft in Warehouse District.

2 BR, 2 BA. 14’ Ceilings, Spacious Entry Foyer, Brick Walls, Lg. Windows & Polished Cement Floors. Kitchen opens to Grand LR/DR space perfect for Entertaining!

Large Bdrms boast Spa-l ike, Limestone Baths w/Vola Fixtures, Walk-in Showers,Unique Agape Spoon Tub in Master, & Huge,Walk-in Custom Closets! Well-appointed Common Areas incl Noteworthy Local Artwork.

1 Gated Garage Parking Space. $495K

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Make this your Vieux Carre’ Getaway!

Property features a common courtyard, washer and dryer on site. Six Total units with only three left!!Contract parking located nearby. Ask agent about financing options.

Owner/Agent.

An independently owned and operated member of the Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc.

St. Tammany, Orleans & Jefferson

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2 sturdy cement block buildings 1 block to vibrant Oak St and river levee, $1,500/month income, asking $99,000.

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2 BR, 1 BA New Orleans Jazz Fest cottage.

Gutted and ready to finish. Large yard. $49,000.

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7934 Maple St. New Orleans 70118 Mobile: 504-377-7547 Office: 504-861-7575

Assisting Sellers, Buyers & Investors in the Metro New Orleans Area

I am very appreciative for the opportunity to be of service to my clients.

1300 EaglE

1304 EaglE St. Vacant lot near vibrant Oak St revitalization.

Property next door also avail. Zoned RD-2. $25,000.

REALTOR 2012 Top Producer

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FRENCH QUARTER FOR SALE PENTHOUSE CONDO $ 605,000

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· 1766 sf · Manchurian walnut floors · New central air/heat · New water heaters · Separate laundry rm w/stackable w/d · 2 Bedrooms / 2 ½ baths

· SS appl in kitchen w/granite counter · New windows throughout · Elevator with private security access · Extraordinary views of the city · Extraordinary amount of storage · In ground pool with beautiful courtyd

Call broker, Frann Ryan 504-872-0406 Ofc: 504-810-7296 Franklin-Sykes Realty • New Orleans, LA A licensed Louisiana real estate Broker

FOR SALE

PENNY MUTZ BROKER

Overlooking the Lake!

3901 Ridgelake, Metairie, LA • Units 7-A & 7-B One complete, one waiting your choice of floor coverings and finishing touches.

Balcony views overlooking the water. 3BR, 3½ baths, Fireplaces, wet bars, and more! Call Penny Mutz for appointment.

211 Brian Drive, Slidell, LA 4 BR, 2 bath with 1599 square feet. Fireplace, Extra parking, patio, fenced yard.

57349 Brookter, Slidell, LA Near the I-10/Short Cut Hwy. interchange. Has been used as a church, 1477 Sq. Ft. on four lots. Only asking $110,000!

39308 Oak St., Pearl River, LA Estate Sale with 4 BR, 2 Baths, 2063 SF Mobile homes in Carriere, MS Three different properties in Rock Ranch Subdivision, 1, 2, & 3 acre lots. Call Yoko Rancatore for details at (985) 201-1945 YOKO RANCATORE

Sencore Properties • 101 Magnolia St., Slidell, LA 70460 (985) 646-2518 • (800) 340-2185 • www.servcorpii.com

A NEW HOME

You can help them find one.

To advertise in Gambit Classifieds’ “Real Estate” Section call 504.483.3100.

Guide to

REAL ESTATE 455 Phillip Street, $ 239,000

817 Amelia Street, $239,900 SOLD

Was gutted to the studs in 2004/05 and underwent a high quality renovation. 3 independent bedrooms, 2 full baths, master with whirlpool plus nice walk-in closet, off street parking in a great close to town location.

Rustic charm on this unique home fashioned from joining two separate cottages.

Great flowing floor plan and with a second front door that’s great for working from home. Off street parking.

Michael L. Baker, ABR/M, CRB, HHS President Realty Resources, Inc. 504-523-5555 • cell 504-606-6226

Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission for more than 28 years with offices in New Orleans, LA 70130

FRENCH QUARTER & WAREHOUSE DISTRICT ~Luxury Condominium Specialist~ Licensed Louisiana Broker

• LICENSED BROKER • 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE • BUYER’S AGENT • EXPERT MARKET KNOWLEDGE • LISTINGS & SALES • OVER 500 CONDO SALES

Let Me help You Find The Best Property & Value

504-554-6210 ejmayson@aol.com

300 Lake Marina Dr. Unit 8C • $269,900 Absolutely beautiful newly renovated unit w/magnificent views of the Lake Marina, 8th floor, spacious 1 BR, open fl plan. Updated SS appliances, Frigidaire series. Jetted tub in bathroom, new, large 18” porcelain tile throughout including the balcony. Electric Hurricane shutters, cov’d parking, W & D remains. This is a MUST SEE unit! Condo dues include water, 24HR sec, gym usage, Bldg ins, trash p/u, basic cable, use of sauna & pool & more!

Carolyn Talbert 504-330-0901 www.carolyntalbert.com Licensed Realtor in the State of Louisiana

Independently Owned and Operated

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1531 Jackson Avenue 1-2 bedroom $3,000-$3,500/mo

www.899-RENT.com (504) 899-RENT Completely furnished apartment with New Orleans charm and modern amenities.

• 301 Tchoupitoulas - Rooftop Penthouse @ August w/ Terrace ........ $849,000

JAX BREWERY CONDOS

620 Decatur St. • On The River • On the Square • H - 4th flr car 2/2 1420 SF Views of River & Square .................. $795,000 • J - Rare 3/3 1760SF w/ separate dining @ River Terrace ....... $695,000 • N - Only 1 Bdrm @ Jax • Views River & Square • Afford Luxury ....... $495,000 All w/high ceilings, wood flrs, gourmet kit & lux baths. Best Location • 301 Tchoupitoulas #4 - Elegant 2/2 3rd Fl Corner 1680 Sf ........... $679,000 • 1100 Royal St. #9 - Best Res location • Garage Parking • Great Value @ $250/SF. Needs only a little cosmetic update, 1760 SF ........ $439,000 • 520 St. Philip St. #6 - lovely unit. Great Bldg & Location • Last Available Unit • Brick Beams • Wood Frs • 3rd Fl rear w/light & views. Roof top terrace. $379,000

E.J. Maysonave 504-554-6210 Licensed Broker, LAREC

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From efficient studio suites to the most luxurious town homes, our stylish state-of-the art apartment homes are located in residential areas close to retail, restaurants, entertainment and more! Consistent and professional customer service has made Apartment Homes by Tonti the leader in property management in the New Orleans metro area.

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ApArtment

• 214 Chartres St. #1 - 2300 Sq. Ft • Location • 2/2 • interior patio ... $849,000

CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT TODAY 504.887.1443

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A Northshore Residential Community wooded lots 2+ acres

build a home on the lot of your choice design a raised garden

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the heart of the forest

Up to $65,000 soft second assistance available for qualified buyers Milneburg Neighborhood

$135,000

Classic Gentilly Renovated Home with gleaming travertine floors, stainless steel appliances & granite countertops. The open floorplan with several living areas is perfect for relaxing and entertaining.

Call Nikki Najiola BuyNowNOLA (504) 458-5708

create a personal space discover the outdoors

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Jay Realtor® Susslin take riding lessons

observe wildlife

For Jay Susslin, keeping it simple is the key to success. By applying this philosophy to his real estate career, Jay has earned a solid reputation as one of the Westbank’s leading real estate professionals. Using his business expertise, lifelong knowledge of the area and no-pressure approach, Jay makes your next move the best - and easiest - one yet.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, call on Jay Susslin because he’s KEEPING IT SIMPLE. Contact him today.

theheartoftheforest.com easy access to all areas of the Northshore and New Orleans

for a personal tour of the properties Phone:

985.796.9130

2600 Belle Chasse Hwy., Suite G Gretna, Louisiana 70056 Office: 504-207-2007 Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

Direct: 504-723-5403 Email: Jay@JaySusslin.com Website: www.JaySusslin.com

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222 London #224 2/1.5 pets ok, pool, offst pkg, twnhse style $875 409 Rosa 1/1 offstreet prkng, Balc. Huge backyard $1100 937 Barracks #4 1/1 rear dependency w/ courtyard $850 517 Dumaine #4 2/2.5 Renov rooftp. prvt deck. Jaccuzzi tub$3,500 814 Lafayette A 1/1 crtyrd off of bd! UTILITIES INCL! $950 214 Chartres #6 studio W/D, fully furn. flat screen tv. No pets $875 931 Gov Nichols #3 1/1 Spacious. Sun rm. Opn flr. 2 story apt $1500 1712 Napoleon 1/1 1000sqft.Largegrndflrcornerunit.w/d$1050 1700 Napoleon 1/1 900sqftgrndflr.Smallpatio.w/dhookups$1050 1704 Napoleon 1/1 900sqftgrndflr.Smallpatio.w/dhookups $850 315 Chartres 2B 1/1.5 2nd&3rd flr slv SQ.each flr w/prvt balc. $1,800 CONDOS FOR SALE 1117 Burgundy 2/1.5 fab renov condo with class. $425,000 1323 Esplanade “A” 1/1 grndflrw/hiceils&pool.SHORTSALE$169,000 1028 St Philip 2/2 Sngl fam home w/rear dependency $495,000 1233 Esplanade #16 2/1 Twnhouse style w/prkg,pool&more $145,000 1608 N Broad 2/2 Single fam renov Near fairgrounds $82,500 936 Conti #15 2/1.5 Twnhse style, pool, parking&more! $329,000 835 Julia #3 1/1 Renov Arts dist. Furn, prkng inc. $239,000 333 Julia 418 1/1 UpdatedcondoWHdist.pool&more$196,000 1022 Toulouse BC-23 2/2 Twnhs. 2 balcs. prkng pool & more $365,000 1125 Royal #3 1/1 3rd fl. exp beams, storage! crtyrd $269,000 421 Burgundy #4 1/1 Ground floor updated. Courtyard $105,000 929 Dumaine #14 Pied-a-terre effic in heart of Fr Qtr $106,500 1418 Chartres B 2/1 Charming. HUGE 2nd FLR BALCONY. $259,000 1418 Chartres “D” 2/1 Fully furn. exp brick & glossy wd fls $225,000 222 London #224 2/1.5 pets ok, pool, offst pkg, twnhse style $98,500 421 burgundy #1 1/1 Nicesizegrndflcondooffcourtyard$180,000 COMMERICAL 512 Wilkinson Row Comm Commercial condo quaint st in FQ. $465,00 840 N Rampart Comm Laundromat~business, not bldg$299,000 We have qualified tenants for your rentals. Call us!

Timeshares TIMESHARE- NOLA

Hotel DeLamonnaie. $15,000 weeks for $1500. Investment safe. No mortgage, low monthly fee. Limited time offer. Call Carolyn, (504) 273-0446

Orleans Parish Luxury Townhome

8 Duckhook Dr, New Orleans. 3 BR 2 BA. Next door to N.O. Country Club, Private gated cul de sac. $389,000 Angela Discon, REALTOR, 504-5548267. Keller Williams Realty. 504-4550100 Ea office independently owned & operated.

CarrOllTOn GREAT RIVERBEND COTTAGE

With $800 upper revenue: 2478 sq ft total, tropical setting, 1/2 blk streetcar, 2 blks river. 8129 Maple St. $440,000.

504-314-1455. MUST SEE!

CiTy Park/BayOu sT. JOhn Beautiful gut renovation on Grand Rte. St. John: 2300 sq ft, 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home. All new with custom and bespoke finishes. THE BEST neighborhood in the city- walk half a block to Bayou St. John, restaurants, wine store, coffee shop, grocery, pharmacy and Jazz Fest. If you are a kayaker, jogger, picnic having, wine drinking, Bayou lover, who is looking for a wonderful home and life, this house is for you. Offered at $495,000.00. Inquiries should call 504-914-5606.

RENTAL PROPERTY?

Vacant lot 50 x100, Castine St great neighborhood Re/Max Partners 888-9900. Each office independently owned and operated. Phyllis Seely 236-6464

To Advertise in

REAL ESTATE Call 483-3100

Charming Golf Course Home

1st Class Amenities!

3-4bdrms/2.5baths, scr bk porch nestled in pk seting. 2 dr garage + 1 small golf cart door. Lg floored attic.

MUST SEE at low price $269,500.

Coldwell Banker-Alfonso Realty (228) 287-1000

Great Weekend Home

Completely furn 2BR/2.5BA TH on Cardinal Course, 17th green. Diamondhead, MS (45 min to NO) $125,000.

Century 21, Betsy, 1-800-221-2423

HIDE-AWAY-LAKE ESTATE SALE

On the Water. 3 BR, 2 BA, split level, boat launch, great backyard deck.

Move-in ready. $189,000. Call 504887-4191

COmmerCial PrOPerTies 1929 Hickory Ave., Harahan.

Two-story office building approx.

2,160sf. REDUCED price of $249,000.

Can also be for lease $1,900/mo., triple net. Emily Kramer, Corporate Realty 581-5005

New Orleans Office Condo

To Advertise in

EMPLOYMENT Call (504) 483-3100

$100,000 or best offer. Motivated Seller. 1,200 sf. Ample parking. Picturesque office park. Emily Kramer, Corporate Realty 504-581-5005

1417 Annunciation Street Beautiful Apartments for Rent Lower Garden District property, hardwood floors, stainless appliances, granite countertops, central air/heat, w/d in every unit.

1 Bedrooms starting at $850

Find one F.A.S.T. with

2 Bedrooms starting at $1,195 3 Bedrooms starting at $1,295

Reach over 117,500 readers in Gambit & thousands more at bestofneworleans.com

Find A Super Tenant

is a special package designed especially for rental properties.

5 line ad (bold headline + 4 lines of text) for up to You’ll • 8Aweeks for only $80.

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To Find A Super Tenant call your account rep or Gambit Classifieds at 504.483.3100 today.

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All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act and the Louisiana Open Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.

We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. For more information, call the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office at 1-800-273-5718

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT

CORPORATE RENTALS New Orleans Area (Metairie) 10 Min to Downtown N.O. 1 & 2 Br Apts, 1 Ba, furn. Qn bed, WiFi, Cbl. Pkg.Util Incl. Lndry Fac. Sec Cameras From $1200/mth. 1 mth min. 2200 Pasadena, Met. 781608-6115..

NEW ORLEANS RIVERFRONT

2 BR, 2.5 BA. Furn, healthclub, pool, parking. All util incl, wifi. Minimum 1 month. $3000/mo. Also 3 BR Penthouse $3800/mo. 781-608-6115.

SUBURBAN NEW ORLEANS

Diversity. Cultural Competence. CONDO. 2 BR, 1.5 BA, offstreet parking.

Quiet area. 1 month minimum. $2800.

For more info, call 225-281-9875

Luxury Townhome 8 Duckhook Dr $389,000 3 bdrm, 2 ba Next door to N.O. Country Club, Private gated cul de sac street.

Angela Discon, 504-554-8267 Keller Williams Realty. 504-455-0100

922-24 Dauphine St. $875K Four 1 bedroom apartments. Parking for 5+ cars.

GARDEN DISTRICT

1, 2, 3 & 4 ROOM OFFICES STARTING AT $495 INCLUDING UTILITIES

CALL 899-RENT

617 Duphine St. $268K Spacious light filled condo. Great floor plan. Fabulous pool and courtyard. Being sold furnished. In the heart of the quarter.

Paula Bowler, Agent • French Quarter Realty o:504-949-5400 • c:504-952-3131 • www.frenchquarterrealty.com

Ea office independently owned & operated.

COMMERCIAL RENTALS

835 Royal St. $329,900 Great location, secluded hideaway! Spac 2 br, 2 marble tile baths. Small rear balc overlooking garden.

MID CITY RETAIL, OFFICE & FLEX SPACE

MULTI-USE FACILITY LOCATED 1995 GENTILLY BLVD. AT DESAIX CIRCLE CAN ACCOMMODATE A RETAIL USER & 1 OR MORE OFFICE TENANTS W/WHSE SPACE ADJACENT. TOTAL OF 8,625 SQ. FT. CALL 504-583-5969

Professional Office Space

Near Causeway & Vets. Rent includes use of 2 conference rooms, kitchen & reception area. Ground floor space, hardwood floors, crown moldings, drive up parking. Call Albert 504-837-1304.

METAIRIE A HIDDEN GEM

Near heart of Metairie, dead end street. 1br + bonus room from $750.

Rsvd pkg;1 car, water pd. No smoking/ pet s. Call 504-780-1706 or visit us at orrislaneapts.com

OLD METAIRIE SPARKLING POOL HARDWOOD FLOORS

Renovated, large 2 BR apt with 12 x 24’ liv room plus sep dining room, furn kit. Sunset deck, bike path, laundry on premises, offst pkg. No pets. Avail 6/1. $824. 504-236-5776

ALGIERS POINT HISTORIC ALGIERS POINT

High end 1-4BR. Near ferry, clean, many x-tras, hrdwd flrs, cen a/h, no dogs, no sec 8, some O/S prkng $750-$1200/mo. 504-362-7487

CARROLLTON ART STUDIOS AVAILABLE

Carrollton area. Live/Work spaces. $550 per month. Call 504-570-9539

GREAT RIVERBEND STUDIO Large Upper COMPLETELY FURNISHED, Water and cable paid. $850.

Call 504-314-1455

DORIAN M. BENNETT • 504-236-7688 dorian.bennett@sothebysrealty.com

RESIDENTIAL RENTALS 2715 St.Charles - 2 bd/ 2 1/2 ba ........ $4800 333 Girod - 2 bd/ 2 ba .............. $4000 921 Chartres - 1 bd/ 1 ba .............. $1250 4323 Burgundy - 2 bd/ 1 ba .............. $1150 3421 Palmyra - 1 bd/ 1 ba .............. $700 CALL FOR MORE LISTINGS!

2340 Dauphine Street • New Orleans, LA 70117 (504) 944-3605

CITY PARK/BAYOU ST. JOHN 2466 LEPAGE

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Fenced yard. $850/mo. Cats ok.

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Living room, large bedroom, tile bath, furnished kitchen. Private fenced backyard. No pets. $800/month + deposit.

504-494-0970

4012A ORLEANS AVE

1 BR Newly renovated. Hi ceil, granite countertops, wd flrs, w/d on site, , walk to Park or Bayou. On Canal St Car line. $800/mo. 713/204-5342

Just pennies a day.

Did you know your landlord’s insurance only covers the building?

Protect your stuff.

There’s no reason to take a chance.

Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®

CALL ME TODAY.

Carl Mixon, Agent

4716 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70119 504-482-7897 carl.mixon.gxo3@statefarm.com

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3BR/1BA, Big Yard - $1100 Cute Bayou Road: 1BR - $600; 3 BR - $975 nathannola@yahoo.com Phone: 504- 432-5104

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Fr Qtr. Fully furn 1 br, 1.5 ba, hi ceil, balc, cen a/h, hdwd flrs, w/d on site. $1500/mo/dep. No Pets. 504-2365757 or 236-7060. FQRental.com

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2 BR, 1 BA, $1450/Mo. Fully furn, pool, w/d onsite, shared balc, elevator, no pets. 504-236-5757, 236-7060.

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3/2, completely furn kit, w/d, all appl . included,ca/h, carport w/storage in back alley. All renov’t. Sm dog negotiable, no smoking. $1200 + $1200 sec. dep. 1 yr lease, refs. 455-2674.

LAKEFRONT Beautiful Marina Living

128 N. Roadway, In a boathouse $1700/mo, 1 bed, 350 sq ft 40 ft slip Jennifer LaNasa Evans HGI Realty 504 207-7575

MID CITY 4320 HAMILTON

2BR/1BA upper, 1000 + sf, hdwd flrs, furn kit, w/d, porch, fen yd, off st pkg, no smokers, pet negot. $985/mo + dep. 488-2969

FR QTR RESIDENTIAL EDGE

Elegnt 2 brm - 3 mrbl mntls - dbl lvrm studio apt - fireplc - lvly patio -both apts furn - sec,gate - No pets. (504) 861-3141

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UPTOWN/GARDEN DISTRICT 1508 CARONDELET ST- 2 APTS

Studio, newly remodeled kit & ba, hdwd flrs. $750 mo.

Huge 2 BR Apt. Bright, spacious,, high ceilings, hdwd flrs, $1095.

Both have Cent a/h, laundry facility avail 24 hrs. Walk 1 blk to St. Charles St Car, easy access to I-10, CBD & FQ. No pets/No smokers. 1-888-2396566. mballier@yahoo.com

3222 Napoleon Rooms For Rent

Spacious house, 6 large private bedrooms. Large equipped kitchen, 3 baths, dining room, front porch.

Central heat & air. $625 each includes all utilities & internet, cable & laundry facilities. No Pets + Deposit 504-376-4676. Grad students welcome.

By Jefferson. Raised cottage, upper.

Deluxe 2br, lux bath/jacuzzi. W&D, hrdwd flrs, ceil fans, 1400sf, $1450/ mo incl gas & water. 504-899-3668.

1100 sf, 2 br, 2 ba camelback apt.

Cent air, hi ceilings, newly refinished hardwood floors, appliances. Ceiling fans thruout, w/d in unit, offst pkg.

Small back yard.1 blk to streetcar line.

3 blks to Oak St. $1400/mo. Water pd. Ref required. No pets, no smoking.

Lease. 504-812-4242

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MARENGO NEAR PRYTANIA

2 story, 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage in rear of main house. Great area.

No pets. $895/mo. Avail July 1. Call 504-895-8289.

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4 br, 3 ba, Jacuzzi & full shower, 9 ft ceil, antique pine flrs, porches, 2 car gar, sep workshop. Loc on 6 acres 10 min north of I-12, ext 57 off Turnpike Rd. 50275 Huckleberry Ln. • $1,950/mo. 985-796-9130 lapolofarms.com

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WEIGHT SET

95 pound weight set. Never used, $95 firm.

Call (504) 832-9435

CASH FOR CARS

Any Car/Truck. Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Call For Instant Offer: 1-888-420-3808 www. cash4car.com

HEALING ARTS BODY & FOOT MASSAGE Open 7 days - 10am-10pm Jasmine Health Spa 614 Causeway, Metairie 504-273-7676 Chnese Health Spa 2424 Williams Blvd Suite S Kenner - 504-305-5177

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AUTOMOTIVE

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Massage therapists are required to be licensed with the State of Louisiana and must include the license number in their ads.

A BODY BLISS MASSAGE

Same day appointments available 10am-7pm. Uptown Studio or Hotel out calls. Jeannie LMT #3783-01.

504.894.8856 (uptown)

FURNITURE/ACCESSORIES $125 Full/Double Size Mattress Set, still in original plastic, unopened.

We can deliver. 504-952-8404 (504) 846-5122 $295 Brand New Iron Queen Bed with mattress set, all new. Can deliver.

504-952-8404 (504) 846-5122

Authentic Handmade Indian Rug

Authentic Handmade Indian Rug 100% Wool • Made in India • Size 7’-11’’ x 10’-2” Purchased at Hurwitz Mintz in 2007 • Original Price $2,700.00 • Selling for $1,700 Please call (504) 458-7904 King Pillowtop Mattress, NEW!!!

ONLY $225. Can deliver. 504-9528404 (504) 846-5122 NEW Pub Height Table Set all wood, still boxed. Delivery available. $250. 504-952-8404 (504) 8465122

PARSON CHAIRS

Four taupe-colored Parson style microfiber dining chairs. $50 each OBO. 504-371-2711 or 504-324-5438

GARAGE SALES/FLEA MARKETS I-12 FLEA MARKET

OPEN SAT & SUN 9-5 OVER 100 VENDORS. Arts & Crafts - Live Music Free Family Fun. Call 1-985-510-SELL www.i12fleamarket.com

PETS

LOST/FOUND PETS FOUND FEMALE PUPPY

Tan, medium, female mix/ Approx 6 months old. No color or tags, no microchip. Found on Pine between Earhart and Washington. Very sweet.

Call 504-460-6053

Lost Male Chihuahua Mix

Small brown male dog. Answers to “Bug”. We’re offering reward for his safe return. Missed dearly. Call 985688-7388.

LOST MASTIFF PUPPY

Female, fawn body with black mask. 5 months old. 33 lbs, no collar or microchip. Last seen at 2nd & Laurel. Please call 504-669-7984 if found.

REWARD- LOST

(Mid City but could be anywhere by now),Ozzie, male, brown/black stripe (brindle), pit mix, sweet, call him & he will come, hold him & call me asap, Traci 504-975-5971.

BYWATER BODYWORKS

Swedish, deep tissue, therapeutic.

Flex appts, in/out calls, OHP/student discounts, gift cert. $65/hr, $75/ 1 1/2hr. LA Lic# 1763 Mark. 259-7278

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Swedish, Relaxing Massage.

Hours 9am-6pm, M-F. Sat 10-1pm $70. LA Lic #1910.

Sandra, 504-393-0123.

YOGA/MEDITATION/PILATES AUDUBON YOGA STUDIO

readers need

MERCHANDISE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SCHWEGMANN BAGS

You can help them find one.

A NEW JOB

To advertise in Gambit Classifieds’ “Employment” Section call 504.483.3100.

Original - Mint condition $50. Framed $80 Call Greg, 504-390-5052

ART/POSTERS REMARQUE BLUE DOG JAZZ FEST POSTERS

1995 Louis Armstrong, 1996 Pete Fountain, 2000 Al Hirt. Double signed. Each with orig Blue Dog pencil sketch by George Rodrigue. For sale as complete set only. $6000. Steve, 504-737-2746; cell 504-256-3020. sffinn@cox.net

BABY ITEMS DOUBLE STROLLER

Twin, like new. $75 Call (504) 8321689 or (504) 666-1282

BOOKS French Instructor Books

Vis Vis or Avante. Two French books for sale. New, never used. Both $190 or $85 ea. call 504-482-6625

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CLASSIFIEDS MASTIFF - MISSING

Stella was stolen from my yard on May 11th at the corner of Dumaine & Rocheblave. She is a five year old Cane Corso Mastiff, black brindle with white toes, about 110 lbs and needs her meds.! 504-345-8555, 504-952-1324 or 504-569-2700

PET ADOPTIONS BOXER/SHEPHERD

Sweet, smart & friendly! Mia - 1 yr, SMART, mild mannered, kid friendly, great w/other pups. Mostly housebroken & fixed. (504) 975-5971

CAIN - silver tabby

6 mo old. Adorable, affectionate, w the sweetest disposition. Fixed, vaccinated, combo tested, chipped.

Contact: 601-749-0268, spaymart@ hughes.net

DANNY - Russian Blue

6 mo old. Rescued from the Rigoles,, survived on restaurant scraps. Sweet and laid back. Fixed, vaccinated, combo tested chipped. Contact: 601749-0268, spaymart@hughes.net

ROUX

Terrier Mix. Little over 1 yr petite side of medium. Female, great with other dogs. LOVES PEOPLE - snuggler. tbkestler@cox.net

Gentle & Mellow Kitty

Luke is quite friendly. He is about 7 yrs old. Has spent much of his life at SpayMart. He is fully vetted & chipped. 601-749-0268, spaymart@ hughes.net

SHITZU - ROCKY

Sweet & friendly, 7 years old. Very gentle, laid back, loves attention, other cats & dogs. Housebroken. (504) 975-5971 Sweetie who loves petting. Long, silky fur & beautiful eyes. Quite unusual for a female cat to have orange fur!

SpayMart Thrift Shop, 6601 Vets, spaymart@hughes.net

TIGGER - Male Cat

Orange & white DECLAWED. He is sweet, gentle, 7 yrs old. He is a BIG lazy boy, in perfect health. He is used to being around other pets. 601-7490268, spaymart@hughes.net

PETS FOR SALE FREE TO GOOD HOME

Fantstic pet - your next new best friend!

Male lab pit mix. 6 years old. All shots.

944-7733

Lucky - adorable 2 year old Lucky’s life had a bleak beginning, surviving on the street; dodging cars, scrounging for food. But when Lucky was nearly poisoned; SpayMart stepped in & rescued him!

This friendly, fun loving boy is fully vetted, gets along with other cats & would make a great family pet.

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ADOPTIONS PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? Talk with caring agency specializing in matching Birthmothers with Families nationwide. LIVING EXPENSES PAID. Call 24/7 Abby’s One True Gift Adoptions 866-413-6293

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS EARTH RESOURCE MISSION

An independent mission of church of Yahweh was established & operational as of the 23rd day of April 2012. fir more information contact Earth Resources Mission, PO Box 850434, New Orleans, LA 70185

GERTRUDE ZANSLER

Please get in touch with me, Pearley.

Call (504) 301-1747

LOOKING FOR LORAINE M.

In the Hwy 25, Covington area. Please get in touch with me, Pearley. Call (504) 301-1747

LUcY Kennel #A12821192

FLUFFY Kennel #A16104257

To look for a lost pet come to the Louisiana SPCA, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), Mon-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 12-5 or call 368-5191 or visit www.la-spca.org

JEFFERSON FEED PET & GARDEN CENTER GREEN GRASS - REAL FAST Grade “A” St. Augustine Sods.

Immediate pickup or delivery.

Lawn experts since 1950. jefffeed.com 504-733-8572

MORRIS LAWN CARE

Grass Cutting * Tree Trimming * Landscaping Weekly or Bi-Weekly Services Available.

Free Estimates. Reference Available.

Call Bian, (504) 382-7741

THE CRACKED POT GARDEN CENTER

FREE LANDSCAPE ESTIMATES 2 mi west of Airport on Airline Hwy Mon - Sat, 9-5 504-466-8813

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AIR COND/HEATING SUPERIOR AIRE

CLEANING/JANITORIAL

Fluffy is a 5-year-old, spayed, DMH with classic tabby markings—just look at those cute ear tufts! Her family had too many pets, so had to surrender her to the shelter. Fluffy gets along well with kids, dogs and other kitties, so should fit right in in any home.

To meet Fluffy or any of the other wonderful pets at the LA/SPCA, come to 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd.

(Algiers), 10-4, Mon.-Sat. & 12-4 Sun. or call 368-5191.

Certified Grade “A” Turf St. Augustine, Tifway Bermuda Centipede, Zoysia.

WE BEAT ALL COMPETITORS! 504-733-0471

HOME SERVICES

www.spaymart.org

Greyhound who is a “leaner.” Lucy’s family is moving and they couldn’t take her with them! She’s a bit timid around new friends, knows how to sit and enjoys being very close to her person. To meet Lucy or any of the other wonderful pets at the LA/SPCA, come to 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), 10-4, Mon.Sat. & 12-4 Sun. or call 368-5191.

ROOTER MAN

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Call or email: 601-749-0268, spaymarts4s@gmail.com

Lucy is a 1 1/2-year-old, spayed, Lab/

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Carrier 3 Ton Replacement System 10 years Compressor & Parts $4790 Installed Expires 6/30/12 504-465-0688 Air Conditioning - Heating

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(504) 250-0884 (504) 286-5868

FLOORS/CARPET/TILE GROUT WORKS, LLC

Tile Grout Cleaning, Color Sealing, Grout repair, Shower Restoration, Natural Stone Care, Tile Replacement, Recaulking. Commercial & Residential.

Free Estimates.

Jay Broadwell, 504-309-2509. www.grout-works.com

GENERAL CONTRACTORS MIKE’S REMODELING

Small & Big Jobs - We Do It All Custom cabinets, carpentry, painting, sheetrock, ceramic, roofs, kitchen & baths. Call (504) 324-9585

HANDYMAN HARRY’S HOUSE HELPERS

* Small Jobs *Repairs *Carpentry *Painting *Install AND MORE! Insured & Priced-Right Harry’s Helpful Ace Hardware Uptown * 504-896-1500 Metairie * 504-896-1550

HOUSE WASHING CC PRESSURE WASHING

“For results you can see, call C&C.” www.candcpressurewashing.com 504-231-3935

Sewer & Drain Cleaning Specialists Plumbing Repair Specialists New Orleans 504-522-9536.

Kenner-Jefferson 504-466-8581.

Westbank 504-368-4070. Laplace 985-652-0084. Mandeville 985-6265045. Slidell 985-641-3525. www.

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POOL SERVICES MAGNOLIA POOLS

Specializing in Saltwater Systerms Service, Maintenance, Repair 504-270-7307 www.magnoliapools.org

WINDOWS BEST PRICE IN TOWN!

DOUBLE INSULATED WINDOWS $99 (up to 90 U.I.) HURRICANE PROTECTION Shutters, Bahamas, Panels Roll Downs, Accordian, Colonial Allstate Window & Siding Co. 504469-0066; 985-649-1330 www.allstatewindowandsiding.com

PROFESSIONAL LIFE INSURANCE

Call Terry Sanburn today for a free quote. Policies of all types to include Final Expense/Burial policies at low cost. 504-444-1120

MEDICAL SERVICES UPTOWN DERMATOLOGY & AESTHETICS

LOOK YOUR BEST FOR A SIZZLING SUMMER! Uptown Dermatology & Aesthetics provides advanced in-office cosmetic & anti-aging procedures including: Dysport, Botox & Juvederm specials, Laser & Light Therapies, Chemical Peels, Microdermabrasion.

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STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF MARLBORO South Carolina Department of Social Services, Plaintiff, vs.

Tonya Blackmon Robert Blackmon Austin K Blackmon - (12/21/1996) Robert L Blackmon, Jr. - (9/24/1995) Defendant(s), IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE FOURTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT 2012-DR-34-133 SUMMONS AND NOTICE [Termination of Parental Rights] TO: TOnya BlackmOn YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the complaint for termination of your parental rights in and to the minor children in this action, the original of which has been filed in the Office of the Clerk of Court for MARLBORO County, 105 Main Street, Bennettsville, SC 29512, on the 27th day of April, 2012, a copy of which will be delivered to you upon request; and to serve a copy of your answer to the complaint upon the undersigned attorney for the plaintiff at 107 South Parsonage Street, Bennettsville, South Carolina 29512, within thirty (30) days following the date of service upon you, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to answer the complaint within the time stated, the plaintiff will apply for judgment by default against the defendant for the relief demanded in the complaint.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that you have the right to be present and represented by an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, the court will appoint an attorney to represent you. It is your responsibility to contact the Clerk of Court's Office, 105 Main Street, Bennettsville, SC 29512, to apply for appointment of an attorney to represent you if you cannot afford an attorney (take all of these papers with you if you apply). This is a new action. If you had an attorney appointed in a previous action, that attorney is NOT your attorney for this action. YOU MUST APPLY FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF AN ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY. IF YOU DO NOT APPLY FOR AN ATTORNEY WITHIN THIRTY DAYS OF RECEIPT OF THE COMPLAINT, AN ATTORNEY WILL NOT BE APPOINTED FOR YOU. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that: (1) the guardian ad litem (GAL) who is appointed by the court in this action to represent the best interests of the child(ren) will provide the family court with a written report that includes an evaluation and assessment of the issues brought before the court along with recommendations; (2) the GAL's written report will be available for review twentyfour (24) hours in advance of the hearing; (3) you may review the report at the GAL Program county office.

S.C. DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES Delton W. Powers Jr. Attorney for Plaintiff S.C. Department of Social Services 107 South Parsonage PO Box 47 Bennettsville, SC 29512 (843) 479-6863 (843) 479-7222 4549

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