New Orleans - Reasonably Priced Restaurants?
Aug 20th, 1997 | 03:37 PM
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New Orleans - Reasonably Priced Restaurants?
My in-laws (age 76 & 77) are preparing for a trip to New Orleans in October. As they are on a fixed income, they need recommendations for good meals at reasonable prices in or near the French Quarter or Canal Street area. I'd like to give them a list of possibilities that won't "blow their budget" as they'll be there for a week. Also, does anyone have any transportation or safety recommendations for the area they'll be staying in (near the Fairmont Hotel at Canal Street & Baronne)?
Aug 27th, 1997 | 12:17 PM
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Rene',
I live and work in New Orleans so I will try to
give you a few good ideas.
You stated that your inlaws will be staying at
the Fairmont Hotel. The hotel has two restaurants.
Bailey's is the lesser expensive one. If they do
not want to leave the hotel in the evening, they
could have dinner there.
The only good restaurant (not in a hotel) on Canal
Street is the Palace Cafe. The food is great.
President Clinton ate there last year. I heard he
pigged out. You could definitely have lunch there
for less than $20.00 per person. Dinner is a little
more expensive but not at bad as most of the restau
rants in the French Quarter.
Also, I would like to suggest that your in-laws
try to have lunch at Commander's Palace which is
in uptown New Orleans. This place is very special.
It is owned by the Brennan family (who have been
cooking in New Orleans for generations). It will
cost your in-laws a few dollars for cab fare to
get there, but the food and service are excellent.
Dinner there is very expensive, but you can probably
do lunch for $20.00 per person. It may be necessary
to make a reservation, you can call them at (504)
899-8221.
Most restaurants in the vicinity of their hotel are
very expensive for dinner. Some of these include:
Antione's, Galatoire's, Brennan's, etc.
There is a little hole-in-the-wall place where I
like to have lunch. It is called Hobnobber's, at
139 Carondelet. It is very near their hotel. The
bellman could direct them there. Hobnobber's has
daily lunch specials and "po-boys" (roast beef,
ham and cheese, friend shrimp, etc.) The two
of them could eat lunch there for around $10 dollars. They are not open for dinner.
Tell them to stay away from the so called "Cajun"
restaurants with blaring music. The food is usually
overpriced and not so good. If they want seafood,
tell them to try Ralph & Kacoos at 519 Toulouse, or
Mike Anderson's at 215 Bourbon. Both of these are
in the French Quarter.
They should also take the St. Charles streetcar
for a trip uptown and back. It is a very scenic
ride. I believe it costs $1.00 per person. There
are also a few restaurants along St. Charles Avenue.
They can ask the conductor for recommendations.
A word of caution, please advise them not to walk
any where alone after dark. New Orleans is a
dangerous city, especially for tourists after
dark. If they want to venture out in the evening,
please make sure they take a cab. If they wish
to visit the French Quarter, it is much safer
to do so during the daylight hours. Make sure
to tell them to be aware of their surroundings
at all times and to keep their valuables tucked
away.
There are many tours which are offered at the
hotels. If they want to see the city with a group
of people, this would be the best way to go.
Well, I hope this information is helpful. Tell
them that most people in New Orleans are friendly,
helpful and love visitors.
Best wishes from the Big Easy,
Jena
Rene',
I live and work in New Orleans so I will try to
give you a few good ideas.
You stated that your inlaws will be staying at
the Fairmont Hotel. The hotel has two restaurants.
Bailey's is the lesser expensive one. If they do
not want to leave the hotel in the evening, they
could have dinner there.
The only good restaurant (not in a hotel) on Canal
Street is the Palace Cafe. The food is great.
President Clinton ate there last year. I heard he
pigged out. You could definitely have lunch there
for less than $20.00 per person. Dinner is a little
more expensive but not at bad as most of the restau
rants in the French Quarter.
Also, I would like to suggest that your in-laws
try to have lunch at Commander's Palace which is
in uptown New Orleans. This place is very special.
It is owned by the Brennan family (who have been
cooking in New Orleans for generations). It will
cost your in-laws a few dollars for cab fare to
get there, but the food and service are excellent.
Dinner there is very expensive, but you can probably
do lunch for $20.00 per person. It may be necessary
to make a reservation, you can call them at (504)
899-8221.
Most restaurants in the vicinity of their hotel are
very expensive for dinner. Some of these include:
Antione's, Galatoire's, Brennan's, etc.
There is a little hole-in-the-wall place where I
like to have lunch. It is called Hobnobber's, at
139 Carondelet. It is very near their hotel. The
bellman could direct them there. Hobnobber's has
daily lunch specials and "po-boys" (roast beef,
ham and cheese, friend shrimp, etc.) The two
of them could eat lunch there for around $10 dollars. They are not open for dinner.
Tell them to stay away from the so called "Cajun"
restaurants with blaring music. The food is usually
overpriced and not so good. If they want seafood,
tell them to try Ralph & Kacoos at 519 Toulouse, or
Mike Anderson's at 215 Bourbon. Both of these are
in the French Quarter.
They should also take the St. Charles streetcar
for a trip uptown and back. It is a very scenic
ride. I believe it costs $1.00 per person. There
are also a few restaurants along St. Charles Avenue.
They can ask the conductor for recommendations.
A word of caution, please advise them not to walk
any where alone after dark. New Orleans is a
dangerous city, especially for tourists after
dark. If they want to venture out in the evening,
please make sure they take a cab. If they wish
to visit the French Quarter, it is much safer
to do so during the daylight hours. Make sure
to tell them to be aware of their surroundings
at all times and to keep their valuables tucked
away.
There are many tours which are offered at the
hotels. If they want to see the city with a group
of people, this would be the best way to go.
Well, I hope this information is helpful. Tell
them that most people in New Orleans are friendly,
helpful and love visitors.
Best wishes from the Big Easy,
Jena
Aug 27th, 1997 | 04:55 PM
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For lunch, I suggest going to foot of Canal Street and taking free ferry ride to Algiers. The Pointe Restaurant is a short walk along the river from the Algiers ferry dock, and provides for a magnificent view of the city.
Copeland's (a chain with several locations) has good food at reasonable prices.
Copeland's (a chain with several locations) has good food at reasonable prices.
Sep 2nd, 1997 | 08:26 AM
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Jena and Frank -- THANKS so much for your wonderful recommendations. My in-laws are not staying AT the Fairmont, but nearby at Pierre Maison LaFitte on University Place (NEAR the Fairmont - we are told). Is this a safe area for walking during the day? On the map it looks like they could easily walk from Canal Street to the French Quarter... but which street would be safest to walk on (during the day)? Royal? Bourbon? Also, someone mentioned a shuttle or mini-bus that operates in the French Quarter, but we cannot find any information on it. Are their options other than taxi's within the French Quarter? Thanks so much for any assistance on this!
Sep 3rd, 1997 | 06:47 PM
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The National Park Service had free walking tours of the garden district and the French Quarter. Information at their headquarters by the river. Don't recommend walking much at night in the French Quarter. Recommend Mr. B's Bistro and the Palace for dinner.
Sep 3rd, 1997 | 06:48 PM
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The National Park Service had free walking tours of the garden district and the French Quarter. Information at their headquarters by the river. Don't recommend walking much at night in the French Quarter. Recommend Mr. B's Bistro and the Palace for dinner.
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Sep 4th, 1997 | 03:37 PM
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During our spring 97 visit, we enjoyed The Pelican Club which was within the French Quarter. We took advantage of the early bird dinner special, that included appetizer, dinner and dessert (creme bruele to die for)-- believe the price was around $18-$20. Enjoyed a meriterranean Tapas place near the House of Blues (all food is served in appetizer portions, so you can try lots of things). Can't recall the name but it was casual and served delicious food.
Sep 4th, 1997 | 10:03 PM
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It depends on the kinds of folks your grandparents are...but Acme Oyster House in the Quarter is very reasonable...and very LOCAL for flavor...(and a just-fine daytime walk). There's also a nice riverboat ride from the zoo back up to downtown.
Someone, earlier, had a gooooood suggestion: If your grandparents stint on every other meal, they should spurge and have Sunday (New Orleans jazz) brunch at Commanders Palace...THAT will be their memory of New Orleans!
Someone, earlier, had a gooooood suggestion: If your grandparents stint on every other meal, they should spurge and have Sunday (New Orleans jazz) brunch at Commanders Palace...THAT will be their memory of New Orleans!
Sep 18th, 1997 | 06:39 PM
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Rene',
I'm sorry I was not able to get an earlier reply
back to you. Your inlaws should be fine if they
walk mainly on Royal Street to get around the
French Quarter. Bourbon Street is full of street
hustlers, strip joints and tee-shirt shops. It
is mainly catering to the younger crowd who likes
to drink. Royal Street has a few fine restaurants,
antique shops and other interesting buildings.
Canal Street is the main thoroughfare but it runs
parallel to the French Quarter. You have to turn
off of Canal onto Royal to get to the Quarter. Tell
your inlaws to visit the Riverwalk. It is runs the
lenght of the riverfront at the foot of Canal Street. There are many upscale shops and there is
a food court. They can sit on the deck outside of
the Riverwalk and watch the ships move along the
Mississippi.
As far as the shuttle bus goes, I don't have any info on that. Your inlaws go ask the concierge at
the Fairmont or possibly someone at the desk where
they will be staying can give them more information.
I hope this is helpful.
I'm sorry I was not able to get an earlier reply
back to you. Your inlaws should be fine if they
walk mainly on Royal Street to get around the
French Quarter. Bourbon Street is full of street
hustlers, strip joints and tee-shirt shops. It
is mainly catering to the younger crowd who likes
to drink. Royal Street has a few fine restaurants,
antique shops and other interesting buildings.
Canal Street is the main thoroughfare but it runs
parallel to the French Quarter. You have to turn
off of Canal onto Royal to get to the Quarter. Tell
your inlaws to visit the Riverwalk. It is runs the
lenght of the riverfront at the foot of Canal Street. There are many upscale shops and there is
a food court. They can sit on the deck outside of
the Riverwalk and watch the ships move along the
Mississippi.
As far as the shuttle bus goes, I don't have any info on that. Your inlaws go ask the concierge at
the Fairmont or possibly someone at the desk where
they will be staying can give them more information.
I hope this is helpful.
Oct 13th, 1997 | 05:05 PM
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I agree with the earlier reply that suggested Commander's Palace for lunch. It will be the best meal they have in New Orleans and one of the best values, too! Definitely suggest a cab to them
and to always be aware of their surroundings. I love this place but it is a big city, just like NYC. My husband's favorite sandwich place is Maspero's on Decatur. They can have lunch here and then stroll around Jackson Square or take a buggy ride. Hope they have a great time in our beautiful and unique city!
and to always be aware of their surroundings. I love this place but it is a big city, just like NYC. My husband's favorite sandwich place is Maspero's on Decatur. They can have lunch here and then stroll around Jackson Square or take a buggy ride. Hope they have a great time in our beautiful and unique city!
