COOLinary New Orleans is your chance to try some of the best meals in town at New Orleans’ best restaurants in August. All month long, enjoy $28 or less for two-course lunches and $58 or less for three-course dinners and brunches. It's a great way to try the best of New Orleans cuisine without breaking the bank. Here's a look at some of the traditional restaurants participating in COOLinary where you can get red beans, gumbo, and more.

COOLinary is a fantastic time to try out some of NOLA’s most classic Creole and Cajun restaurants. Whether it’s the iconic pink exterior of Brennan’s in the French Quarter, the private dining rooms tucked all around Antoine's, or the charming courtyard at Napoleon House, many of these restaurants have been around for decades (in fact, some are over 100) and are all bucket-list dining destinations in NOLA. 

Beyond the grand dames, you’ll also find standout seafood at Seaworthy, wrap-around balconies overlooking Jackson Square at Muriel’s, and gumbo and other iconic dishes at spots like Tujague's, Mr. B’s, and Brigtsen's.

See our top picks below or click here to see a full list of participating restaurants.