Trail Restaurants

“New Orleanians know a good thing when they see it, and they hang on to it. Take Arnaud’s. This French Quarter member of the culinary old guard is still serving up tradition in grand style. From the moment you arrive, festivity fizzes in the air. More of the past unfolds on Arnaud’s second floor in the Mardi Gras Museum with an astonishing display of exquisite jeweled ball gowns and other memorabilia belonging to the restaurant’s former owner. You don’t want to miss this.”  SOUTHERN LIVING
Returned to 19th century grandeur, the elegant rooms at Arnaud’s reflect impeccable design and architectural integrity. In these elegant surroundings, a tuxedo-clad wait staff, a minimum of one for each ten guests, provides attentive service.  Whatever the occasion, Arnaud’s superb staff ensures that your festive cocktail party or reception, intimate dinner or large celebration complete with music for dancing, is a memorable dining experience.

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In 1979, when Chef Paul Prudhomme and his late wife, K, opened their "modest", 62-seat K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen, they had no idea the restaurant was soon to become an overnight sensation, with nightly lines of eager diners waiting sometimes hours to be seated. That was back in the days when K-Paul's didn't accept reservations. But now, under the hands-on direction of Chef Paul Prudhomme, the restaurant has gone through major changes to keep up with the growing demands of its clients and the times. Based on the designs of the original 1834 structure, K-Paul's was extensively refurbished and expanded in 1996 and now offers seating for more than 200 dining guests. Dining areas include balcony dining, spacious dining rooms on both the first and second floors, and an intimate courtyard for dining al fresco. K's Parlor, an enclosed private room on the second floor, is host to parties, corporate events, and other special occasions. Both floors feature an open-air kitchen where diners can see exactly how each delectable dish is prepared. K-Paul's gladly accepts reservations and offers catering on-site or anywhere around the world.

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Proclaimed the best Italian restaurant in the New Orleans area

By the Times-Picayune. Locally grown produce and house-made pasta. Try the soul-satisfying antipasto, the double-cut pork chop, or just about anything from the kitchenof husband/wife chefs David Solazzo and Torre Bagalman.

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Acclaimed New Orleans chef John Besh (Restaurant August) bought this Northshore landmark shortly before founder chef/owner Chris Kerageorgiou’s death.  A Northshore native, Besh has breathed new life into the restaurant while paying homage to his late mentor and the food of Provence. The talented Rene Bajeux, formerly of Rene Bistrot in New Orleans, is now executive chef.

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With over ten years of experience, Cajun Encounters Tours, Inc. is a locally owned and operated tour company. We pride ourselves on giving, fun, educational and personalized tours to both locals and visitors. No visit to our area is complete without visiting one of our unique above ground cemeteries, having the opportunity to see alligators in their environment and visiting a plantation. We offer swamp tours to Honey Island Swamp, Oak Alley Plantation and two unique city tours - City/Cemetery Tour and New Orleans Rebirth Tour. Cajun Encounters, Inc. offers all of these tours on a daily basis. The tours can also be taken as a group. All tours include: 1. Door to Door service - Passengers can be picked up and returned to the door of the hotel. All Cajun Encounters vehicles are French Quarter friendly. 2. Guaranteed Departures - Cajun Encounters will operate the tour with 1 passenger to guarantee service to their customers. 3. The smaller 20 passenger boats can take you deep into the bayous of the Honey Island Swamp, one of the most pristine and untouched areas of Louisiana's wetlands. Visit http://www.CajunEncounters.com for more information along with testimonials from some very satisfied customers.

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Our Creole/Cajun cooking class includes recipes, laughs, tall tales and a meal in a historic French Quarter setting. Group rates available with lunch included. Hands-on and team-building classes are also available. Our entertaining classes and the Louisiana General Store are located in a renovated molasses warehouse built in the early 1800s in the heart of the French Quarter. We teach the basics of Louisiana Cooking in a way you'll never forget. Fun is a primary ingredient in our kitchen! Our Creole/Cajun experts teach New Orleans specialties such as Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines, and season them with history, trivia and tall tales. It's a "ga-ron-teed" good time for all. Since 1980, the New Orleans School of Cooking has introduced countless visitors from around the world to the wonderful food and rich culture of Louisiana and New Orleans. Classes are held seven days a week in our beautifully renovated 1830's molasses warehouse, located at 524 St. Louis Street, between Chartres and Decatur in the French Quarter.

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A contemporary gem tucked into a historic yellow stucco townhouse which features casual food. Like a whirlwind, Emeril Lagasse has taken New Orleans dining to new levels with his fresh adaptations of classic Creole cuisine. Nola established its identity as a funky, informal restaurant whose menu features the fresh adaptations of New Orleans Creole and Acadian Cajun for which Lagasse is renowned. A relaxed atmosphere and the signature personal attention of Lagasse's staff lure his local following in the French Quarter. Nola's location, innovative menu and personable service make visitors and locals alike feel at home.

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Mila is the culmination of both the marriage of chefs Slade Rushing and Allison Vines-Rushing and their respective home states cuisines - Mississippi and Louisiana. With a seasonal menu driven by fresh picked produce from Lujele Farms, Mila delivers a new style of Southern fare with a lighter touch using French techniques in an elegant, yet relaxed setting in downtown New Orleans.

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Fresh seafood and steaks served along the banks of the Tchefuncte River. Great place to enjoy a drink on the deck and watch the boats sail by.

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Chef Donald Link's Herbsaint Restaurant is located on historic Saint Charles Avenue along the streetcar line and features French-inspired cuisine with a distinct Southern influence. The 2007 James Beard Award winner for Best Chef: South, Chef Link creates classic dishes like Duck Leg Confit and Steak and Frites, along with Southern staples such as Grits and Dark Roux Gumbos. Joe Briand's wine list covers all the world's wine regions with an emphasis on France, especially the wines of Burgundy. The warehouse district building with its large windows and open, casual atmosphere is the perfect place to enjoy Link's menu as the St. Charles Avenue streetcars pass by.

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Since 1934 the Landry family has been pioneers in fabulous Cajun cuisine. Continuing the tradition of serving a great Cajun meal today is the 3rd generation of family. Don's uses only the finest, freshest ingredients, carefully selected and perfectly se

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Since 1880, Commander's Palace has been a New Orleans' landmark known for the award-winning quality of its food and service. A hidden jewel in the heart of New Orleans' Garden District, Commander's Palace is truly one of the finest dining experiences in the world. Commander's setting with sounds that soothe the soul and set the mood for an unparalleled culinary adventure. As you sit spellbound by the atmosphere, you may hardly notice the attention to detail with which the Brennan name is synonymous. Commander's interior is as timeless and treasured as its gardens and offers views of them from the comfort of its garden room and newly remodeled patio room. Service at Commander's Palace is impeccable. The Brennans know that surrounding yourself with the best will only lead to a more enjoyable occasion and, as with everything else, they have succeeded again. The staff is eminently polite and virtually unnoticeable until they anticipate and then fulfill your wishes. As Commander's signature delectables start to arrive, you finally begin to realize why this is the most praised and awarded restaurant in the world. Once again, attention to detail is key. Your meal is nothing less than sensual, appealing to all of your senses in unison and leaving you with a lifelong impression that is Commander's Palace.

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