Charmant
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BRUNCH: Helmed by Chef/Owner Chris Borges, the European-inspired bistro offers a delightful à la carte Brunch daily from 8AM - 2PM. Small plates include Little Gem Salad with avocado green goddess, satsuma, fresh hearts of palm, and radish; Fried Brussels Sprouts Salad with lima beans, golden raisins, sourdough croutons, cardamom yogurt, and an apple cider vinaigrette; and the Gravlax Toast with house citrus-cured trout, citrus, beets, and a curry mousseline. Main plates include Charmant Croque Madame with tartufo salami, fontina, spigarello, green onion soubise pasture egg, and a celeriac remoulade; Maple Glazed Pork Loin with Brussels sprouts, king trumpet mushrooms, chestnuts, and chile morita; Shrimp & Grits with farrotto verde, piperade, and salsa verde - plus more. Charmant is located at 514 City Park Avenue in New Orleans. https://charmantnola.com/
HAPPY HOUR: Experience the vibrant flavors of Happy Hour, available daily at Charmant from 2PM-5PM, where European flavors, a robust wine list, and a curated cocktail program are sure to impress. Snack on inventive small plates like Pork Osso Bucco Arancini with a cherry pepper ragout, Comte and greens, or Lamb Meatballs with fennel & giardiniera and a saffron aioli, both just $7. For heartier options, try the Savory Bread Pudding with frisee and a hazelnut vinaigrette or the Wagyu Slider served on a brioche bun with cave-aged cheddar, horseradish beer mustard, and caramelized onions. Pair your bites with drink specials like an Aperol Spritz or a Sangria, both for $7. Signature cocktails like the Le Cavalier with Pinhook rye, creme de cassis, sweet vermouth, chocolate bitters, cherry, and lemon, or sip on wines by the glass for $7. Whether you're relaxing with friends or colleagues, Charmant’s Happy Hour hits the spot. Charmant is located at 514 City Park Avenue in New Orleans. https://charmantnola.com/
Chi Chi’s
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HAPPY HOUR: Unwind and indulge with Happy Hour at Chi Chi’s, where great deals meet even better vibes. Sip on $5 draft beers, enjoy 50% off bottles of soju and wine, and treat yourself to a bonus: every order of wings comes with a free side. Whether you’re stopping by after work or kicking off your evening plans, it’s the perfect excuse to gather, snack, and celebrate. Happy Hour is available Tuesday through Thursday from 5–6 PM, and Friday through Sunday from 3–6 PM. Chi Chi’s is located at 4717 Freret Street. https://eatchichis.com/
Compere Lapin
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BRUNCH: Helmed by Chef Nina Compton, the Caribbean-meets-Louisiana restaurant offers a delightful a la carte Sunday Brunch from 10:30AM - 2PM. Starters include Buttermilk Biscuits with berry jam and whipped ricotta; Tater Tots with crème fraîche and paddlefish roe; Housemade Granola with yogurt and berries; and Smoked Fish Dip with tostones and pickled jalapenos. Main plates include Gulf Shrimp with coconut grits and Creole sauce; Fried Chicken with biscuits and hot honey; Semolina Dumplings with beef bolognese and whipped ricotta; Banana & Chocolate Chip French Toast with Chantilly creme; and Crawfish Pot Pie. Guests can end on a sweet note with Beignets with rum caramel; Bread Pudding with banana curd and rum caramel, and Mango Crème Brûlée with coconut and berries. Enjoy boozy brunch offerings like Passionfruit Bellini with passionfruit juice, peach schnapps, Cava by the glass or carafe; and Horner Man Sour with Rhum Agricole, apple brandy, grenadine, lemon juice, and Falernum. Compere Lapin is located at 535 Tchoupitoulas Street inside The Old No.77 Hotel and Chandlery. http://comperelapin.com/
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HAPPY HOUR: Experience the vibrant flavors of Happy Hour, available 4:30PM - 5:30PM, M-F, at Compère Lapin, where bold bites and refreshing drinks come together in true New Orleans style. Snack on inventive small plates like Blackened Pig Ears with smoked aioli or Jalapeño & Scallion Hushpuppies with cilantro crema, both just $6. For heartier options, try the fiery Hot Chicken Bites with pickles or the creamy Smoked Fish Dip served with jalapeños and seeded lavash. Pair your bites with drink specials like the crisp Caribbean Lager or a hoppy Elysian Space Dust IPA, both for $5. Classic cocktails get a twist with the Cheramie Rum Daiquiri and the signature House Punch, or sip on a glass of red or white House Wine for $10. Whether you're winding down or kicking off your night, Compère Lapin’s Happy Hour hits the spot. Compere Lapin is located at 535 Tchoupitoulas Street. http://comperelapin.com/
Tujague’s
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BRUNCH: The second-oldest restaurant in New Orleans is the birthplace of the tradition we know as brunch. The Creole restaurant serves up such offerings as the Shrimp & Artichoke Dip with parmesan gratinée and a crostini; Smoked Redfish Cheesecake with a red onion marmalade and Cajun crackers; Eggs Rue St. Louis with buttermilk biscuit, corn flour fried oysters, bacon jam, poached eggs, Béarnaise; Brisket Hash & Eggs with braised brisket, trinity, potatoes, savory thyme gravy, poached eggs, béarnaise; The famous Chicken Bonne Femme with 1/2 chicken, fried potatoes, persillade; Pain Perdu Bread Pudding with orange-bourbon custard, candied pecans, bourbon caramel, Chantilly cream. The restaurant also offers a bottomless-mimosas brunch add-on for $22. Brunch is available on Friday from 11AM to 2:30PM, and on Saturday and Sunday from 10AM to 2:30PM. Tujague’s is located at 429 Decatur Street in the French Quarter. www.tujaguesrestaurant.com/
HAPPY HOUR: Celebrate the season with Tujague’s Spring Happy Hour, available from 3PM–5PM daily. Unwind in the heart of the French Quarter with a refreshing lineup of drinks and crave-worthy bites. Sip on house favorites like Tujague’s Sparkling, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Rosé of the Day for $6, or enjoy classic cocktails including the Marigny Mai Tai, Old-Fashioned, Paloma, French 75, and Cosmopolitan for $7. Beer lovers can choose from Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Bud Light, Urban South “Paradise Park,” Gnarly Barley “Jucifer” and High Noon Vodka Seltzer for just $4. Pair your drinks with satisfying snacks like Eggplant Pomodoro with a parmesan cheese crust and Creole tomato purée; Cajun Meat Pie with ground beef, trinity, and jalapeño aioli; a Mini Chicken Po-boy with spicy chicken and Creole-honey mayo on Leidenheimer bread; Cajun Wontons filled with boudin, crawfish, and trinity served with pepper jelly; or a Boudin Pepper, bacon-wrapped jalapeño stuffed with local boudin and cream cheese. Whether you're toasting to the weekend or easing into a vibrant evening, Tujague’s Happy Hour is the perfect place to sip, snack, and savor. Tujague’s is located at 429 Decatur Street in the French Quarter. www.tujaguesrestaurant.com/
The Bower Bar
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The perfect spot to gather for cocktails, conversations, and bites, Happy Hour at The Bower Bar is always a good time. Available Monday through Sunday, from 4PM - 6PM, revelers can enjoy $5 and $6 libations such as various house wines, the classic martini in either gin or vodka, Daiquiri, Paloma, and an Old Fashioned. Food offerings include discounted ($7-12) charcuterie plates -chef's selection of two meats; cheese plates; cacio e pepe with tagliatelle, pink & green peppercorns and Parmesan Vecchio; whipped feta; Bower potatoes; truffle bread, and Bay Scallop arancini. The Bower is located at 1320 Magazine Street. https://www.thebowernola.com/
Birdy’s Behind the Bower
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Guests can head over to Birdy’s for indoor or al fresco brunch, available seven days a week. The brunch menu features an array of culinary delights including a Birdy’s Burger with a double patty, aged cheddar, bacon, B&B pickle, and creole aioli on a brioche bun served with a side salad; Eggs Benedict with glazed ham, poached eggs, hollandaise, and English muffin; Butcher's Bowl with house pastrami, roasted Brussels sprouts, caramelized onions, chilies, two eggs over easy, horseradish sauce; and Waffle with blueberries, buttermilk syrup, chocolate chips, espresso butter. Grab your friends and share the decadent Brunch Board, featuring bacon, prosciutto, bubble waffles, mini donuts, mini pancakes, fresh fruit, seasonal jam, granola, cookies, triple-crème brie, and soft-boiled eggs. $22 bottomless mimosas are also available during your experience. Birdy’s serves brunch seven days a week from 9AM-2PM Monday - Friday, and 8AM - 3PM Saturday and Sunday. Birdy’s is located at 1320 Magazine Street. https://birdysnola.com/
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