ANGELO BROCATO’S
214 N. Carrollton Ave. 486-0078
New Orleanians have multiple reasons to count their culinary blessings; Brocato’s is one of them. Drop in for a scoop of housemade hazelnut ice cream, Italian fig cookies, cannoli, spumoni or cream puffs. Press your nose against glass jars of over-sized jelly beans, imported licorices and other gummy candies. Order an espresso and watch the world walk into this Sicilian-owned haven for sweets. No reservations. Open weekdays until 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday until 10:30 p.m. Credit cards. $
BANGKOK CUISINE
4137 S. Carrollton Ave. 482-3606
It’s always reassuring to dine at a restaurant that hosts a constant stream of doctors and nurses. Besides that, an inventive Thai menu, fresh ingredients and super spices draw top notice here. For appetizers, sample the chicken satay, country duck dumplings or delicately fried tofu cubes with cucumber-cilantro vinaigrette. Oysters with basil or chili sauces and pad Thai are reliable stand-bys. Reservations accepted. Lunch weekdays, dinner nightly. Credit cards. $
BEACHCORNER BAR & GRILL
4905 Canal St. 488-7357
Beachcorner is one of Mid-City’s few late-night grills. Before tucking away to bed, fill up with the 10-oz. Beachburger, served with mushrooms or cheese on white or wheat bread with all the dressings and a pickle spear. If you must stray from the beefy course, the house recommends a grilled tuna steak sandwich between sides of a bun or atop a salad. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $
BENNACHIN
133 N. Carrolton Ave. 486-1313
Why is a meal at Bennachin so invigorating? Perhaps it’s the health-friendly menu standing among the fast food trappings of Carrollton Avenue. Or maybe it’s the exotic West African cuisine unmatched in New Orleans. In any case, menu choices include a long list of vegetarian dishes, including the regulars’ favorite jama jama (sauteed spinach); there are more entrees like steamed fish and baked chicken served with coconut rice and fried ripe plantains. Reservations recommended. Lunch weekdays, dinner Monday through Saturday. Credit cards. $
BUD’S BROILER
500 City Park Ave. 486-2559
2338 Banks St. 821-3022
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CAFE HOLA!
137 N. Carrollton Ave. 486-HOLA (4652)
No longer the new kid on the Mid-City block, Cafe Hola has grown into its own with a unique take on Mexican fare. But they also are diverse in their Latin American approach; consider the Honduran tamale entrée of pulled pork wrapped in corn masa and served with sweet barbecue sauce. The combination platter comes with two tacos, chicken taquitos, guacamole and pico de gallo. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $
CAFE INDO
216 N. Carrollton Ave. 488-0444
The Brothers Kadow run this fledgling French-Asian restaurant, where French means steak frites and Asian means deep bowls of green curry. Experiment with lunch bargains in the bright space. Or, try the grilled salmon steak served with wilted spinach, wild mushrooms, lemon grass beurre blanc and sweet soy sauce. The Asian spiced duck, glazed in smoky hoisin, comes with wild rice pilaf and bok choy. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wednesday through Friday, dinner Monday through Saturday. Credit cards. $$
CAFE ROMA
3340 Bienville St. 827-2300
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CHATEAUBRIAND STEAKHOUSE
310 N. Carrollton Ave. 207-0016
www.chateaubriandsteakhouse.com
After a short retirement, Chef Gerard Crozier is back. And this time he put a little beef into his step. Make your next date a carnivorous one, with a 20-oz. chateaubriand for two, carved tableside and accompanied by green beans, baby carrots and gratin savoyard. Grilled Maine lobsters, weighing in at more than two pounds, are served with beurre blanc. Reservations recommended. Lunch weekdays, dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$
CHRISTIAN’S
3835 Iberville St. 482-4924
www.neworleansrestaurants.com/christians
While Christian’s was built as a Lutheran church in 1914, it’s a culinary place of worship these days. A grilled breast of duckling is sliced thinly and served with Tabasco-orange demi-glace, lentils and rice. Meanwhile, shrimp Marigny is a saute with pearl onions, mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes in a Dijon butter sauce. Order homemade ice creams for dessert. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tuesday through Friday, dinner Saturday. Credit cards and checks. $$$
CRESCENT CITY STEAKHOUSE
1001 N. Broad St. 821-3271
The Vojkovich family has been moving the beef with pride at this Mid-City steakhouse for 67 years. Crescent City offers the traditional array of filet, porterhouse, T-bone, strip or ribeye steaks; just as familiar are its neon signage, ceramic-tile interior and discreet dining booths. Side dish favorites include au gratin potatoes, Lyonnaise potatoes and spinach au gratin. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday. Credit cards. $$
DANNY AND CLYDE’S
1001 Genois St. 488-4052
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FELLINI’S CAFE
900 N. Carrollton Ave. 488-2155
Fresh is the key word when speaking of the many dishes at Fellini’s. Unique would be another word used to describe dishes like the chicken portobello mushroom rolls or the lamb salad, a regulars’ favorite. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, breakfast Sunday. Credit cards and checks. $
HENRY’S SOUL FOOD
209 Broad St. 821-8635
Ordering a main dish is the easy part; it’s the side dishes that will leave you stumped. Selections include candied yams, snap beans, okra, macaroni and cheese and cabbage. Go with popular opinion and order the red beans and rice with smoked sausage. Make sure to leave room for the banana pudding and sweet potato pie. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards at the Mid-City location; cash only at the Uptown location. $
ITALIAN PIE
4840 Bienville St. 483-9949
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JERUSALEM
4641 S. Carrollton Ave. 488-1450
Take a quick trip to a blessed destination that features a menu of standards such as tabbouleh, hummus, stuffed grape leaves, baba ghanoush and gyros and shawarma plates of sliced beef or chicken. Then shop for your favorite tastes in the Middle Eastern grocery. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $
KATIE’S
3701 Iberville St. 488-6582
www.katiesrestaurant.com
Neighborhood dining never looked as cute as the dishes served in the bright purple house at Katie’s. Inside, locals enjoy specials like Tuesday night’s all-you-can-eat catfish, Thursday night’s two-for-one Italian dishes and Wednesday’s steak deals. Eat inside or out on the popular patio. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. Credit cards. $$
KANPAI
4116 Canal St. 483-0880
If authentic sushi is what you’re craving, grab a hot towel and line up at the Kanpai buffet. Start with a rainbow or crunchy roll, then experiment with the house favorite celebrity roll – a mix of tuna, salmon, snow crabs and fish eggs. If sushi isn’t your bag, choose from tempura veggies, potstickers and countless noodle dishes. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$
L.A. SMOOTHIE
514 B City Park Ave. 486-0036
No need to fight your diet when you’re at L.A. Smoothie – they’ve already done it for you. While there are smoothies for all occasions, active bodies thirst for the sports smoothies packed full of high-energy protein. Salads and sandwiches also abound, with an avocado-friendly kitchen serving up customer favorites such as the City Park: tuna salad, cheese and avocados. Delivery available. Lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, lunch Sunday. Credit cards. $
LIUZZA’S RESTAURANT & BAR INC.
3636 Bienville St. 482-9120
There’s more than just bar food at this watering hole. Be sure to start off with a basket of fried pickles, or sample the crispy sweet potato fries (they’re dusted with cinnamon and sugar). Quench many thirsts with a frosty 18-oz. beer schooner. And leave room for hearty entrees including seafood gumbo, butterflied shrimp stuffed with seafood dressing, pizza and crispy fried chicken. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. Cash only. $$
MANDINA’S
3800 Canal St. 482-9179
"Don’t fix it if it ain’t broke" is a statement that perfectly describes Mandina’s menu. All the classics are here: turtle soup, shrimp etouffee, seafood platters and trouts meuniere and amandine to name a few, as well as a shrimp po-boy some think is the best in the city. With favorites like these, who would change? No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Cash only. $
MANUEL’S HOT TAMALES
4709 S. Carrollton Ave. 482-6616
When you’ve got a hankering for hot tamales, Manuel’s is the place to be. But don’t stop at hot tamales; Manuel’s also features hot dogs, homemade chili, tacos and enchiladas. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $
MICHAEL’S MID-CITY GRILL
4139 Canal St. 486-8200
Mid-City is lucky to have Michael’s as a neighborhood eating spot, watering hole and all-around hang out. The star attraction takes the form of a juicy burger. Half-pounders held between buttered buns, they’re piled high with all or none of the extras. Besides the beef, Michael’s offers seafood po-boys and daily specials. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. Credit cards. $
MID CITY LANES ROCK ’N’ BOWL
4133 S. Carrollton Ave. 482-3133
www.rocknbowl.com
This might not immediately come to mind as a dining destination, but who hasn’t gotten the munchies bowling and dancing to live music? A bowl of turkey and andouille gumbo could change your game; a crawfish quesadilla might earn you energy for a couple more sets. Rock ’N’ Bowl’s menu also includes pizza, jambalaya, buffalo wings, chili cheese fries and sandwiches. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $
MINT LEAF CAFE
526 S. Roman St. 598-6080
This Vietnamese restaurant offers a variety of authentic cuisine, from spring and summer rolls to crab rangoons and steaming bowls of pho. Finish dinner with muddy Vietnamese coffee thick with sweetened condensed milk. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Monday through Friday. Credit cards. $
MR. ED’S DELI & CATERING
4107 S. Carrollton Ave. 486-8889
Mr. Ed’s prepares takeout orders, whether you need one shrimp po-boy, five gallons of gumbo or 100 finger sandwiches. Tables are available for dining in-house from a long menu of seafood platters, sandwiches, salads, soups and hot plate lunches like jambalaya and red beans. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday in Mid-City. Credit cards and checks. $
MONA’S CAFE
3901 Banks St. 482-7743
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NEW YORK PIZZA
208 N. Carrollton Ave. 482-2376
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PARKVIEW CAFE
1 Dreyfous Ave. 483-9476
Parkview Cafe near City Park is the place to be for sandwiches and New Orleans regulars like red beans and rice, jambalaya, alligator sausage, and muffalettas. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Cash only. $
PICCADILLY CAFETERIA
3800 S. Carrollton Ave. 482-0775
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PIZZA HUT
909 S. Jefferson Davis Pkwy. 486-0346
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PODNER’S BBQ
2520 Felicity St. 525-5346
In its sixth decade in the barbecue business, Podner’s has perfected the recipe for its success. House specialties include barbecue chicken and ribs, usually smothered in a homemade sauce that bars no spice. Add on an order of dirty rice, beans, potato salad or French fries. A Chinese-style dish of beef, green onions, egg and soy sauce over linguine is another bestseller. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night Tuesday through Saturday. Cash only. $
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE
711 N. Broad St. 486-0810
www.ruthschris.com
While New Orleanians can lay claim to Ruth’s original, both locations offer the classic, cozy comfort of an old-school steakhouse atmosphere. Guard yourself with a napkin as servers set filets sizzling with butter before you, but don’t be shy otherwise. Dig into Ruth’s original creamed spinach, salads of beefsteak tomatoes, onions and bleu cheese, and heaps of French fried onion rings. Reservations recommended. Lunch Monday through Friday and Sunday, dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$
SEMOLINA
5080 Pontchartrain Blvd. 486-5581
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TAVERN ON THE PARK
900 City Park Ave. 486-3333
www.tavernonthepark.com
Serving a contemporary Creole cuisine, Tavern on the Park is located in a national historic building across from City Park. Dine in history on signature dishes like Eggplant St. Jacques (packed with seafood in a sherry cream sauce), the Tomato Blossom salad with feta and balsamic vinaigrette, and 16-oz. lamb and veal chops. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tuesday through Friday, dinner Saturday. Credit cards. $$
TWO SISTERS RESTAURANT
223 N. Derbigny St. 524-0056
Daily specials like red beans and rice on Monday and rabbit on Thursday complement a menu that regularly serves soul food classics like shrimp and okra stew or fried chicken. Breakfast and lunch Monday through Saturday. Cash only. $
TYLER’S BEER GARDEN
3841 Orleans Ave. 482-7207
As the name implies, Tyler’s offers approximately 20 different beers to quench your thirst – and you won’t go hungry, either. Slide into the evening with an order of chicken wings or a plate of raw oysters, then savor specialties like the chicken Parmesan dinner, or an oyster or shrimp sandwich. No reservations. Dinner and late-night menu Tuesday through Saturday. Credit cards. $
VENEZIA
134 N. Carrollton Ave. 488-7991
If large portions are what you seek and Italian is what you crave, then Venezia might be your destination. This family-style restaurant offers classics like veal parmigiana. Another favorite is the eggplant Vatican, a hollowed-out, batter-fried eggplant stuffed with seafood and topped with creamy Alfredo. Reservations recommended. Lunch weekdays, dinner nightly. Credit cards. $$
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