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Starting My Research for Family-Oriented Trip to NOLA



Wed: Evening at Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Dinner: Pascal's Manale?

Thurs: French Quarter/Aquarium/Mardi Gras World
Breakfast: Cafe Du Monde
Lunch: Drago's (before going to Mardi Gras World)
Dinner: ??

Fri: Streetcar/Zoo/Magazine Street Shopping
Breakfast: Camellia Grill (before zoo)
Lunch: Felix's Uptown??
Dinner: ??

Dinner near Tulane: ??


Can you begin to fill in the blanks for me?

Thanks so much!

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  1. I would suggest reservations just in case. I've waited an hour at Pascal's WITH reservations at night. Lunch never seemed to be a problem but they aren't open every day for lunch either. Some nights things are just hopping, especially on weekends. Get the bbq shrimp at Pascal's. The only better ones I've had were at Mr. B's. Pascal's remoulade is also very good.

    Pascal's menu: http://www.neworleansrestaurants.com/...

    Is Liuzza's near Tulane? I've heard reviews here about it but can't remember good or bad.

    If you're going to the zoo, the kids would surely like the Creole Creamery:

    1. Parkway Tavern at night, not crowded lunch

      Cafe du Monde as dinner dessert, not breakfast, lines are HUGE in the mornings?

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      1. re: leetmom7

        I usually get a frozen coffee drink and bag of beignets in the afternoon while shopping in the River Walk Mall. The only problem with that is that the tables are usually a mess as they don't bus them as often as they should. But knowing what's coming to my mouth, I overlook that. I rarely make it down to the one on the square anymore. Their frozen coffee concoction is dang good. Much better than Starbucks.

        I hear there is another place in the quarter called Cafe Beignet that some say have better beignets. They also have a full breakfast.


      2. How about a trip to the WWII museum and let the kids chat with some amazing WWII vets that love sharing their stories, and then stopping at Cochon for lunch.

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        1. re: FoodChic

          I second that recommendation! Visited pre-Katrina (when it was called the D-Day Museum) and thought it was one of the best museums I had ever visited! Describes in vivid detail both the European and Pacific theaters... and the NOLA-produced Higgins Boat plays a starring role.

        2. Ye Olde College Inn and Mandina's are both family friendly. Jacques-Imo's will take reservations for party of 5, so make one!
          Friday lunch after zoo, check out Joey K's.
          You might try Croissant d'Or, Ignatius Eatery, Huevos, or even a Dot's Diner (on route to airport) for brekkie.

          Mandina's Restaurant
          3800 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

          Ye Olde College Inn
          3000 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118

          Jacques-Imo's Cafe
          8324 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

          Joey K's Restaurant & Bar
          3001 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115

          Croissant D'Or Patisserie
          617 Ursulines Ave, New Orleans, LA

          4408 Banks St, New Orleans, LA

          Dot's Diner
          6633 Airline Dr, Metairie, LA 70003

          Ignatius Eatery
          4200 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115

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          1. re: edible complex

            Which is more convenient to the zoo exit -- Joey K's or Casamento's? I recall Magazine Street being one long stretch.

            1. re: jaschultze

              Casamento's is a little closer, but not enough to really make a difference.

              1. re: uptownlibrarian

                I'm not sure about Joey K's but parking at Casamento's is a nightmare. One which I gladly endure to have their oyster loaf and crab claws. One of these days I swear I'm going to try the soft shell crab. I just get in there and all I can think of is the oyster loaf.

                1. re: texasredtop

                  I wouldn't describe it as a nightmare. Maybe you can't park right in front, but any of the nearby side streets should offer plenty of parking spaces, especially at lunch time.

                  Their crab claws are one of my favorite foods ever.

                  1. re: texasredtop

                    The soft shell crab is delicious. One little note about Casamento's is you have to walk through the kitchen (greasy floor) to get to the restrooms. Be careful.

                    1. re: mrsfury

                      Oh! And a second little note - cash only.

            2. For your Friday lunch on Magazine St., think about Casamento's, which is open for lunch 11-2.

              Felix's Uptown is no longer, so don't plan on that, but Casamento's is better anyway.

              EC's recs of Ignatius and Joey K's would offer you a family friendly, casual dinner spot for either Thursday or Friday night.

              For your babysitter meal, there are many fabulous options Uptown - Lilette, Coquette, One, Bistro Daisy, Vizard's, Le Petite Grocery, Patois...Any of these would have nice atmosphere and a similar vibe to Herbsaint in terms of menu. Lilette, Coquette, and Patois all have especially good cocktails IMHO, but the others would be very good too.

              Casamento's Restaurant
              4330 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115