GMG.com Definitive list of things to do, eat + drink in New Orleans

[TreeFiddy]

13 minutes ago, Arkstfan said:

Maybe? White clapboard building?

 

As to the cemetery tours, we took one by accident. Went to the St Louis cemetery just as a tour arrived, we got the gist of it while we were wandering around.

More yellowish

[Arkstfan]

Just now, TreeFiddy said:

More yellowish

No that place is better maintained.

[MattMakesLoans]

Bourbon Street Drinks.

Yes, we all know there is more to New Orleans that Bourbon Street.  But usually everyone visiting as at least one night out on the famous party street.  

First Timers:  Pat O'Brien's Hurricane and Tropical Isle Hand Grenade.  These are iconic drinks and you need to see what the hype is about.  At Pat O's you get to trade in your glass for a souvenir or a cash deposit on the glass.  So don't just leave your cup on your table when your done.

 Everyone Else:

Resurrection at Spirts on Bourbon (The blue Bar Rescue Drink)

Shark Attack at Tropical Isle

Frozen Irish Coffee at Erin Rose on Conti (This cures hangovers, I swear)

Absinthe Frappe at The Old Absinthe House  (I never remember if these are good, and I'm not sure if that's a good or bad thing)

Huge Ass Beer various establishments

For those who go above and beyond:  The 21 Stop Tour!

https://nola.eater.com/maps/twenty-iconic-drinks-and-where-to-find-them-in-new-orleans

[Silent Eagle]

On 12/6/2017 at 8:16 PM, Stix said:

Lucky Dogs

Bet. Apparently saved me after cat’s meow. I also (allegedly) got chased by a homeless dude trying to steal a pizza from me. 

[GreenN'walinsVet]

Wife is wanting some fresh gulf shrimp Cocktail.  Anyone recommend a place, surprisingly its not very common in the Quarter.

[UNTLifer]

On 12/11/2017 at 10:50 PM, Silent Eagle said:

Bet. Apparently saved me after cat’s meow. I also (allegedly) got chased by a homeless dude trying to steal a pizza from me. 

Lucky Dog's saved my behind after spending the day having lunch at Pat O's and the afternoon at the Cat's Meow.  I would have missed the 01' Bowl Game if it weren't for a good friend, a couple of bottles of water and about three Lucky Dogs.

[MattMakesLoans]

Best gelato/sweets:  Sucre on Conti in between Royal & Chartres (by Exchange Alley).

Wife and kids like the candy, I really like the bar and appetizers up stairs.

[MattMakesLoans]

For some last minute suggestions.

Best Revellion Diner (multi-course, Christmas time meal)

Can't really argue with this list.  I really like Muriels on Jackson Square.

https://nola.eater.com/maps/best-reveillon-dinners-new-orleans-nola

 

Best Museum & History Stuff

The Presbytre.  The Mardi Gras & Katrina exhibits are excellent.  On Jackson Square, next to St. Louis Cathedral ($5ish)

St. Louis Cathedral.  Go inside, take a look around.  (Free)

WW2 Museum.  This is takes a while, so you'll want to give yourself a half day or more.

 

[FirefightnRick]

On 12/5/2017 at 8:37 AM, Harry said:

I have many but let's start off simple and have everyone add to the list.  Please try to provide a website or physical address and we can use this list while we are there.  This is one of the best damn sandwiches I have ever had:

Famous Perdi Special at Mothers!

MOTHER'S RESTAURANT
401 Poydras
New Orleans, LA 70130

http://www.mothersrestaurant.net/history_facts.html

First thing's first.

 

Rick

[Aldo]

1 hour ago, FirefightnRick said:

First thing's first.

 

Rick

Two hungover thumbs up to this place