Team Member: Colton Clifford | Manager of Social Media
Location: Lower Garden District
Genre: Italian
Price Range: $$$-$$$$
Hotel Saint Vincent is one of my absolute favorites in the city. There’s a certain irresistible charm and mystique about it that’s hard to match. The on-site restaurant, San Lorenzo, offers a fantastic coastal Italian menu. While the Zucchini Fritti is an insanely addicting dish worth trying, the Linguine Vongole—loaded with manila clams and chili breadcrumbs—has a special place in my heart. Make sure to check out the Chapel Club for a memorable cocktail experience too!
Team Member: Hartley Wasser | Director of Editorial and Content Marketing
Location: Garden District
Genre: Modern Southern Cuisine
Price Range: $$$-$$$$
Although I became a frequent flier of their takeout programs during Covid, it had been too long since I’d dined in person at Coquette. A recent visit not only reminded me of why it’s a mainstay on my list of recommendations for anyone coming to town but also put it squarely back in my personal rotation for dinners out. We went full tilt into summer and seafood, ordering both the Heirloom Tomato and Peach Salad and the Summer Crab Salad to start, as well as the Coquette Seafood Platter which featured one of the best smoked-fish dip I’ve ever tasted. I highly recommend making a reservation for your next visit–especially if you happen to be in town when they’re doing a No Menu Tuesday or one of their famed champagne and fried chicken dinners.
Team Member: Lauren Saizan | Editorial & Online Content Manager
Location: Warehouse/Arts District
Genre: Shareable Plates with International Influence
Price Range: $$-$$$
The Crispy Coq a Vin at plates is divine. Chicken braised with wine, mushrooms, confit potatoes, and red wine jus make for a juicy and tender bite. Yet the coating is crispy and flaky. Scrumptious!
Team Member: Breanna Bringier | Social Media Content Creator (@NewOrleansandCo)
Location: Uptown
Genre: Global fusion with Indian, Southeast Asian, and Mexican flavors
Price Range: $$-$$$$
Tell me you’ve treated yourself to the enchanting Fairy Bread from Mister Mao! If not, let me take you on a sweet journey: imagine a warm, freshly made slice of French toast, coated in your favorite breakfast cereal, drizzled with rich condensed milk, and topped with a shower of colorful sprinkles. It’s a playful treat that’s as magical as it sounds! But don’t just take my word for it—head over to Mister Mao and let this whimsical creation dance on your taste buds!
Team Member: Mads Reineke | Social Media Content Creator (@VisitNewOrleans)
Location: Mid-City
Genre: Creole
Price Range: $$-$$$
This play on the classic shrimp and grits is on our list of 24 Dishes to Try in 2024 for a reason. Seasoned to perfection, filling after a night out, and perfect to pair with one of Nice Guys' refreshing cocktails, the SLG (Shrimp Lobster & Grits) is a must-try for your brunch in the Crescent City.
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