New Orleans, United States

Good Times in the Big Easy

Shane Tobin

I've been the New Orleans many, many times and I'm always finding something new. It's one of my favorite cities in the US because of the people, food and atmosphere. The key to enjoying New Orleans is finding all the hidden gems (and staying away from Bourbon Street).

Tips

Must Do Mother's Restaurant , Mother's is a New Orleans institution. I once met Leo Nocentelli from The Meter's and we talked about the best spots to eat at. He said he still goes to Mother's every time he's back. That's a good enough endorsement ...
Must Do Napoleon House Bar & Cafe , Every time I come to New Orleans, I try to make this my first stop for a drink in the French Quarter. They have a small courtyard that's perfect for relaxing and meeting up with friends. The atmosphere is everything ...
Must Do Louisiana Music Factory , Looking for some local music to bring back home for friends? This is your spot. They also have a great collection of t-shirts. Added bonus, Louisiana Music Factory hosts many in store performances so it's pretty common that you'll walk ...
Must Do Stanley , Breakfast here is amazing. What better place to eat than in Jackson Square in the French Quarter...this is definitely a must do.
Must Do Café Du Monde , Beignet's at Cafe Du Monde is a tradition. They have plenty of tables here so even if there is a big line, you won't wait long.
Must Do Tipitina's , Tipitina's is the heart of the music scene in New Orleans. Professor Longhair is the patron saint of the club and you'll see his image painted on the walls as well as a bust of his head when you walk ...
Must Do Igor's Bar And Grill , If you are down here for JazzFest then you need to stop by Igor's at least once during a late night. They stay open all night long and if you are an early bird getting a head start on the ...
Do One Eyed Jacks , A cool old music venue that used to be a brothel back in the old days of New Orleans. It's a large hall with a decent sound system and solid vibe. The walls are covered in red velvet and make ...
Do Lüke ,
Do Port of Call , During the big festivals there is usually a line to get in here. The drinks are strong and the burgers are amazing. It's a great little spot and worth a wait of 45 minutes but sometimes it can be a ...
Miss Royal St Charles Hotel , This place is a dump, it was the only place I could get a room when I extended my stay during JazzFest one year. Stay away...