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Spring Restaurant Guide
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F&M PATIO BAR
4841 Tchoupitoulas St. 895-6784
Where else can you dance on a pool table while eating a hot dog after midnight? Those in the know have been flocking here for ages to enjoy late-night burgers and deluxe cheese fries smothered in cheese, chili, jalapenos and shallots. Loaded fajitas and crispy cheese sticks can be had alongside a full bar in this dance club. Late-night Monday through Saturday. Cash only. $
FAT HARRY'S BAR & GRILL
4330 St. Charles Ave. 895-9582
This quintessential college hangout serves up some consistently good bar fare. Students come here late at night for juicy burgers, wings and chicken fingers. Those in the area come to lunch on po-boys, quesadillas and salads. Everyone's favorite is the Jazz Burger, a mix of ground beef and hot sausage with Monterey Jack cheese and BBQ sauce on an onion roll. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $
FAUSTO'S BISTRO
530 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie 833-7121
Fausto's menu emphasizes the cooking of Chef Fausto's native Italy with regional dishes like the tender braised osso buco or the veal saltimbocca flamed in a Marsala wine sauce. The piece de resistance is the frutti di mare, an elaborate seafood feast of sauteed crab claws, oysters, mussels, fish, shrimp, calamari and softshell crab. Reservations recommended. Lunch Monday through Friday, dinner Monday through Sunday. Credit cards. $$
FAY'S TAKE-OUT
801 Kepler St., Gretna 368-6498
Po-boys, plate lunches, and daily specials mark the menu of Fay's in Gretna. The classic seafood options are favorites. Breakfast and lunch Tuesday through Saturday. Cash only. $
FEELINGS CAFE
2500 Chartres St. 945-2222;
www.feelingscafe.com
Feelings Cafe has all the pleasures of a neighborhood restaurant -- easy, warm, comfortable -- combined with classic Creole fare. Spring offers dining in the courtyard including pate de maison or oysters en brochette. The chef recommends the seafood thermidor or one of three Gulf fish dishes. Reservations recommended. Lunch Friday, dinner nightly, brunch Sunday. Credit cards. $$
FELIX'S RESTAURANT AND OYSTER BAR
739 Iberville St. (another entrance at 210 Bourbon St.) 522-4440;
www.felixs.com
For more than 55 years, Felix's has been a French Quarter destination. Belly up to the oyster bar for the succulent crustacean. The spring catch offers seafood in the form of shrimp, lobster, crab, calamari, trout, catfish and crawfish. Italian, Creole and Cajun specialties along with sandwiches, soups, steaks, chops, omelettes and chicken round out the menu. Reservations recommended for parties of eight or more. Late breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Late night Monday through Saturday. Credit cards. $$
FELLINI'S
900 Carrollton Ave. 488-2155
Fellini's listens to the needs of its customers, and in keeping with current food trends offers diners a variety of low-carb plates. Mixed green salads are offered with lamb, shrimp and chicken. Vegetarian dishes abound with ingredients such as hummus, portobello and lavash bread. Related to Angeli's on Decatur, Fellini's has gourmet pizzas and hearty portions of pasta for a little diversity. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $
FIESTA LATINA RESTAURANT
2440 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Kenner 468-2384
In keeping with the fiery spirit of Hispanic cooking, Fiesta Latina serves up authentic traditional Mexican dishes. The most popular item is the Carne Asada, a time-honored barbecued beef dish. The beef is grilled with rock salt and lime juice and served with rice, beans, salad and plantains. Breakfast is no less authentic, serving huevos rancheros with fresh pineapple. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $
FIGARO'S RESTAURANT
7900 Maple St. 866-0100
With its famed Neopolitan-style pizzas and eclectic cafe menu, Figaro's is a staple for college students and Uptown residents. Entrees include the mussels Figaro, where Atlantic blue mussels are tossed with tomatoes, green onion, capers, garlic and herbed butter and served over angel hair pasta, as well as the sherried chicken linguine, which serves the chicken breast, mushrooms and pasta in a sherry cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$
FIORELLA'S
45 French Market Place 528-9566
This bustling restaurant has been around since 1906. Try the daily special or the crispy fried chicken. Traditional gumbo and po-boys can be enjoyed while playing a funky version of vintage bingo and listening to the band Bingo! on Thursday nights. Lunch and dinner daily, breakfast on Saturday and Sunday. Credit cards. $
FIVE HAPPINESS
3605 S. Carrollton Ave. 482-3935;
www.fivehappiness.com
To satisfy a yen for Chinese cuisine, one goes to Five Happiness. Long known for generous portions and authentic Chinese specialties, Five Happiness continues this tradition with bountiful portions of seasonal vegetables in dishes featuring fresh asparagus with chicken or shrimp, or the stuffed Chinese eggplant with pork or shrimp. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$
FIVE O'CLOCK GRILLE & PREMIUM PIT BBQ
501 Bourbon St. 529-4256;
www.fiveoclockgrill.com
This new hangout has replaced the Cajun Bistro and added a menu that aims to please with Caribbean, Southwestern and Cajun cuisine. Sample the conch beignets with remoulade sauce or the beef or chicken fajitas, but don't forget the barbecue: get the two- or three-meat barbecue platter and choose from beef brisket, ribs, pulled pork, chicken and sausage. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$
FLORA GALLERY AND COFFEE SHOP
2600 Royal St. 947-8358
This funky coffeehouse offers its Faubourg Marigny neighbors a place to relax and enjoy a variety of eats along with their coffee. At lunch enjoy quesadillas, sandwiches, quiche and the new spicy chicken Caesar salad. Stop by on the way to work to grab a bagel or croissant with your coffee-to-go. Breakfast and lunch daily. Cash only. $
FLOUR POWER CONFECTIONARY
2101 Paris Road, Chalmette 276-9095
While the primary focus here is on the pastry and cake racks, healthy lunches are served most weekdays. Offerings include wraps, sandwiches and daily soup specials such as Asian chicken noodle on Thursdays and crawfish and corn chowder on Fridays. Traditional three-course English teas are available by reservation, and Flour Power pastries are now available at Rosie Lea's Bubble Tea Cafe on Maple Street. Reservations for English tea only. Pastry shop open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, lunch Tuesday through Friday. Credit cards and checks. $
FLYIN' COW
5219 Elysian Fields Ave. 288-8979
UNO students flock to this eatery for affordable brain food like the gourmet Mediterranean burger, a 3/4-lb. chunk of ground beef topped with tomato, green pepper, jalapeno, feta cheese and marinara sauce. The popular sandwich menu includes Babba's po-boy, a meaty concoction of grilled ham, salami, turkey, roast beef and melted mozzarella cheese, and everything tastes best when accompanied by a butter pecan milkshake. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Friday and Saturday. Credit cards. $
FONG'S CHINESE RESTAURANT
2101 Williams Blvd., Kenner 467-9928
Satisfy a quadruple craving for Szechuan-style meat with Fong's Four Happiness platter, where pork, beef, chicken and shrimp are stir fried with snow peas, bamboo shoots and water chestnuts. Old favorites are also on the menu, including General Fong's batter-fried chicken. Two economical options are the Cantonese family dinners and the all-you-can-eat buffets at lunch and dinner. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $
FOODIES KITCHEN7
7457 St. Charles Ave. 865-8646;
720 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie 837-9695;
www. foodieskitchen.com
Who wants to cook dinner after working? The Foodies in Metairie has a delicious solution with the early bird special that offers Commander's soup, a choice of entree, and dessert, all for $11.95. On weekends, enjoy breakfast with plump omelettes or pastries right out of the oven. Both locations offer great gourmet take-out options along with their fresh baked breads and award-winning desserts. Continental breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $
FORTISSIMO DELI
3331 St. Charles Ave. 899-5313
Fortissimo's has it all: a deli, gourmet-to-go meals, full-service dining room, wine shop, full bar and a great location with a view of the streetcar. Buy a bottle of wine from the shelves and enjoy it with dinner. Opt for the oysters Fortissimo and don't forget to end the meal with a selection from the extensive dessert menu. Lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, brunch Sunday. Credit cards. $
FOUCHA'S FOOD & SPIRITS
3716 Downman Road 240-1991
Comfort food is the order of the day at Foucha's Food and Spirits. Start the day off with the fried pork chops or fish 'n' grits. Lunchtime has folks ordering stuffed bell peppers, fried catfish platters, classic po-boys and Creole shrimp. Breakfast and lunch Monday through Saturday, early dinner Monday through Wednesday, dinner Thursday through Saturday. Credit cards. $
FOX & HOUND
1200 S. Clearview Pkwy. (Elmwood Village Shopping Center), Elmwood 731-6000
Sports fans don't just come here to eat and watch the games amid the sports paraphernalia adorning the walls. They also come for the oh-so-slow-smoked baby back ribs, smoked brisket and chicken. These hearty platters come complete with Texas toast and a choice of sides which include barbecued beans, fresh coleslaw, potato salad, fries or corn. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $
FQB
921 Canal St. (The Ritz-Carlton Hotel) 524-1331;
www.ritzcarlton.com
This spring, Chef Matt Murphy rolls out a new menu designed to ³enliven the senses² by highlighting the season's bounty. From the sea, exquisitely executed creations feature yellowtail, salmon, scallops, crab and shrimp. Dine in sophisticated surroundings while enjoying elegant desserts such as the pineapple Charlotte cake or coconut flan, as crooner-trumpeter Jeremy Davenport sets the mood. Reservations recommended Thursday through Saturday. Lunch Monday through Saturday, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Sunday. Credit cards. $$
FRANKY AND JOHNNY'S
321 Arabella St. 899-9146;
www.frankyandjohnnys.com
Crawfish hounds consider Franky and Johnny's crustaceans the boiled crawfish paradigm. Best loosen your belt to handle the heaping piles of crawfish or the seafood platters that blanket the red checkered tablecloths. Don't let the humble appearance dissuade you; the pie is legendary in all forms from the crawfish pie to the peanut butter pie. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $
FRENCH MARKET RESTAURANT AND BAR
1001 Decatur St. 525-7879
A carefree afternoon in the heart of the French Quarter is best enjoyed at a place like the French Market Restaurant and Bar where one can enjoy fresh seafood and listen to the tunes that made this city famous. Po-boys come stuffed with shrimp, oysters or crabmeat while the muffaletta is piled high with meats and olive salad. Reservations accepted for five or more. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$
THE FRENCH TABLE
3216 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie 833-8108;
www.frenchtableonline.com
Classic bistro fare is what The French Table is all about. Bistro favorites and Frenchified meats fill your plate and satisfy your appetite. Feel pampered as the waiter prepares your Dover sole tableside. Any sweet tooth will be quelled with a classic creme brulee, chocolate mousse or a sabayon with fresh berries. Reservations recommended. Lunch weekdays, dinner Monday through Saturday. Credit cards. $$
FRESCO'S CAFE AND PIZZERIA
7625 Maple St. 862-6363
Neighborhood pizza parlors like Fresco's never seem to fall out of food fashion, especially when they offer patrons trendy lavash rolls along with a specialty sandwich menu. The Fresco Special is one such sandwich packed with grilled chicken, mozzarella, caramelized onions and roasted peppers. But its specialty is still crispy, cheesy pizza to be enjoyed al fresco on the deck. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $
FRIAR TUCK'S
5130 Freret St. 891-4080
Friar Tuck's has earned unflinching loyalty for its better-than-usual tavern fare, including the popular Tuck's burger. The folks here boast about this hefty hand-packed, half-pound, all-beef burger with cheese, complete with an order of fries. For those with a less carnivorous appetite, salads, sandwiches and soups grace the menu. Dinner Monday through Friday, late-night Saturday and Sunday. Credit cards. $
FRIENDS ON THE TCHEFUNCTE
407 St. Tammany St., Madisonville (985) 845-7303
This restaurant provides a soothing vista for diners to enjoy, with a patio overlooking the peaceful meanderings of the Tchefuncte River. For two classic New Orleans dishes in one, get the fried green tomatoes layered with shrimp remoulade. The seafood Mornay is a house specialty, with crabmeat, shrimp and crawfish sauteed in a light cream sauce and tossed with bowtie pasta. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday. Credit cards and checks. $$
FROSTY'S CAFFE
2800 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, 361-9099;
3400 Cleary Ave., Metairie 888-9600
The namesake beverage here is the bubble tea, a Vietnamese concoction with floating pearls of tapioca and 80 flavors to choose from. For more solid fare, the grilled flank steak is marinated and cubed, served with rice. An assortment of vegetarian soups and dishes are available as well. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $
FUNKY BUTT
714 N. Rampart St. 558-0872
Night-owl music and food lovers treasure this funky jazz den for midnight sets and late-night treats. Chef Ben whips up a mean crawfish cake and an even meaner spicy pepper-relish sauce. Experience a decadent feast with the Big Butt Special, a whopper combination of familiar favorites: gumbo, red beans and rice, sausage and jambalaya complete with a salad and bread. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$
FURY'S
724 Martin Behrman Ave., Metairie 834-5646
Fury's has enjoyed longevity in a town filled with local restaurants, and many attribute this to the fried chicken prepared to order. Though Fury's is considered a neighborhood place, even regulars must jockey for a table at lunch time to savor the speckled trout. No one wants to leave before having a serving of rich bread pudding with rum sauce. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$
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