Chelsea Ruth: Definitely stop by for a drink before or after your night on Bourbon. Very chill, laid back spot. Fireplace in the middle of the building, multiple open doors on the side, courtyard..worth a stop!!
Dens: Worth checking out if yer on Bourbon St. They say it's oldest bar in the US (1772, pre-independence!) tho I think there's 3-4 other bars claiming the same. Would be classier w/out the ATM & jukebox.
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · French Quarter · 193 tips and reviews
Food & Wine: A local institution, this shabbily elegant restaurant and bar with a Spanish-style courtyard is known for its Pimm's Cups and muffuletta sandwiches.
800 Decatur St (at The French Market), New Orleans, LA
Café · French Quarter · 1561 tips and reviews
jake furst: Come at 4am and eat your beignets with the local musicians. Pro tip: dont breathe out of your nose whilst beigneting unless you want a powder sugar face.
838 Esplanade Ave (at Dauphine St.), New Orleans, LA
Burger Joint · French Quarter · 229 tips and reviews
Epicurious: You may wait a while for a table, but try the burger - it's worth every minute in line. Plus, who ever heard of serving a burger with a baked potato instead of fries? Surprisingly, it works.
Casino · Central Business District · 199 tips and reviews
jake furst: open 24-7, has a big poker room, and incredible air conditioning. only a couple blocks from Canal St, you'll need to take respite here at least once during the weekend.