Johnny’s Poboys Cheery counter-serve po' boy spot since 1950.

Parasol’s Irish spot with an amazing poboy in the heart of the Garden District.

Turkey and the Wolf Sandwiches & cocktails served in a quirky, colorful space with playful merch. Order at the counter, typically a wait.

Péché French comfort foods & craft cocktails.

Port of Call 60-year-old dive known for their burgers, steaks, cocktails, and a jukebox.

Cafe Amelie Romantic spot for contemporary Louisiana fare.

St. James Cheese Co. Bustling sandwich shop & market supplying gourmet cheeses and salads.

Elizabeth Street Café Sister restaurant to Austin’s very own French-Vietnamese-style café and bakery located on the Hotel Saint Vincent grounds.

Clover Grill Retro-styled diner with great burgers, fried foods, and breakfast served 24/7.

Mr. B’s Spot serving modern, seasonal Louisiana fare.

Brennan’s Landmark famed for Creole cuisine, posh breakfasts and bananas Foster for dessert.

GW Fins Creative, ever-shifting seafood menu featuring fresh catches in a stylish warehouse.

Salon Salon (Formerly Bar Marilou) French-style bar in a former library, mixing up creative cocktails accompanied by small plates.

Pat O’Brien’s Outdoor hangout and bar that invented the hurricane cocktail.

Erin Rose Irish pub with cocktails, broad whiskey selection, casual food, sports on the TVs and a jukebox.

The Carousel Bar & Lounge This classic haunt at the Hotel Monteleone has a circular bar that revolves like a carousel.

The Sazerac Bar Grand Roosevelt Hotel cocktail bar with classic drinks, plush banquettes & elegant old-world vibe.

Okay Bar Cozy locals spot for drinks, tacos, and a big back yard

Anna’s “Fine Diving”

Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar Dimly lit institution – one of the oldest bars around, serving beer and frozen drinks since the 1700s.

Old Absinthe House Landmark saloon serving unique absinthe cocktails in a historic building.

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