In New Orleans, there are plenty of opportunities for fancy, upscale dining—and just as many for more relaxed, measured fare. And you know what? The food quality can often be almost the same! That’s what we were looking for when we compiled this list of delicious mom & pop restaurants in New Orleans that are sure to delight you!
- Frady’s One Stop Food Store, 3231 Dauphine St.
Yelp.com / Sally H.
Yelp.com / Sally H.
A Bywater institution that actually existed in the neighborhood before Katrina hit, Frady’s is known for its french fry po-boy as well as their roast beef po-boy with gravy.
- Lil Dizzy’s Café, 1500 Esplanade Ave.
Yelp.com / Clara K.
Yelp.com / Christy A. The brunch/lunch buffet here draws crowds as the amazing array of southern favorites in an all you can eat fashion are simply hard to resist. Come hungry to this place.
- Pelican Bay, 1701 Elysian Fields Ave.
Facebook.com / The Pelican Bay Restaurant
Yelp.com / Maurice R. Pelican Bay is a go-to place for sports fans, serving up delicious cocktails and daiquiris in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss the nachos!
- Katie’s Restaurant & Bar, 3701 Iberville St.
Yelp.com / Annemarie F.
Yelp.com / Damian P. For decades, this neighborhood spot has welcomed all who enter with amazing brunch specials, delicious pizzas, and some awesome New Orleans specialties like Crawfish beignets. Unassuming, grabbing a delicious meal here with friends couldn’t be easier.
- Walker’s Southern Style BBQ, 10828 Hayne Blvd
Yelp.com / Jonathan W.
Yelp.com / Christopher W. If you’ve ever had the Cochon de Lait po-boy at Jazz Fest and fell in love, then you need to visit this place. They are the originators of that delicious sandwich and offer so much more at their brick and mortar place.
- Please-U-Restaurant, 1751 St. Charles Ave.
Yelp.com / Chuck G.
Yelp.com / Daryl P. Stepping into Please-U will make you feel like you’re stepping back in time as you sink into one of their booths and have your pick of a variety of southern breakfast and lunch specials with a New Orleans twist. Perfect place to recover after a long night!
- Kayla’s Restaurant, 3036 St. Claude Ave.
Yelp.com / Yesca S.
Yelp.com / Matthijs H. This gem of a soul food restaurant offers up amazing lunch and dinner plates with awesome sides and a whole lot of flavor. The friendly atmosphere puts it over the top.
- R&O’s, 216 Metairie Hammond Hwy
Yelp.com / Andrea F.
Yelp.com / Eric J. Always packed and filled with the chatter that will remind you of the hey day of this Bucktown institution, this is still an awesome place to dine on Cajun-Italian favorites. And now they even serve up pizza!
- Liuzza’s Restaurant & Bar, 3636 Bienville St.
Yelp.com / Jae D.
Yelp.com / Gangy G. For a walk back in time that will put a smile on your face and remind you of old New Orleans, stop by Liuzza’s on Bienville. The gumbo alone will not disappoint.
If you’re dying to know about more hidden spots to eat and other things in New Orleans, don’t forget to check out our hidden gems article. There are some real special places on there! And as always, thanks for reading 🙂
Yelp.com / Sally H.
A Bywater institution that actually existed in the neighborhood before Katrina hit, Frady’s is known for its french fry po-boy as well as their roast beef po-boy with gravy.
Yelp.com / Clara K.
Yelp.com / Christy A.
The brunch/lunch buffet here draws crowds as the amazing array of southern favorites in an all you can eat fashion are simply hard to resist. Come hungry to this place.
Facebook.com / The Pelican Bay Restaurant
Yelp.com / Maurice R.
Pelican Bay is a go-to place for sports fans, serving up delicious cocktails and daiquiris in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss the nachos!
Yelp.com / Annemarie F.
Yelp.com / Damian P.
For decades, this neighborhood spot has welcomed all who enter with amazing brunch specials, delicious pizzas, and some awesome New Orleans specialties like Crawfish beignets. Unassuming, grabbing a delicious meal here with friends couldn’t be easier.
Yelp.com / Jonathan W.
Yelp.com / Christopher W.
If you’ve ever had the Cochon de Lait po-boy at Jazz Fest and fell in love, then you need to visit this place. They are the originators of that delicious sandwich and offer so much more at their brick and mortar place.
Yelp.com / Chuck G.
Yelp.com / Daryl P.
Stepping into Please-U will make you feel like you’re stepping back in time as you sink into one of their booths and have your pick of a variety of southern breakfast and lunch specials with a New Orleans twist. Perfect place to recover after a long night!
Yelp.com / Yesca S.
Yelp.com / Matthijs H.
This gem of a soul food restaurant offers up amazing lunch and dinner plates with awesome sides and a whole lot of flavor. The friendly atmosphere puts it over the top.
Yelp.com / Andrea F.
Yelp.com / Eric J.
Always packed and filled with the chatter that will remind you of the hey day of this Bucktown institution, this is still an awesome place to dine on Cajun-Italian favorites. And now they even serve up pizza!
Yelp.com / Jae D.
Yelp.com / Gangy G.
For a walk back in time that will put a smile on your face and remind you of old New Orleans, stop by Liuzza’s on Bienville. The gumbo alone will not disappoint.
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