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Irene’s (#200, 2/3/2012)
While I complained about the long wait even with reservations, I should have done better research. Apparently, it’s common to wait forever here, so my own fault for not being prepared. Not to mention, I should be better at being … Continue reading
Mondo* (#199, 1/27/2012)
Ventured to Lakeview for to drop in on Mondo and chef Susan Spicer, one of the newer “celebrity chefs” of New Orleans. It was…ok. Not sold on it. Again, decent place if you’re in the area, but maybe not worth … Continue reading
Manning’s (#198, 1/19/2012)
Manning’s marked the first time I went to a grand opening and, as expected, some things were a bit slow as they are working out the kinks, but overall a good place. It is as-advertised, an upscale sports bar; the … Continue reading
Riccobono’s Panola St. Café (#197, 1/15/2012)
After one visit, I had a new favorite breakfast stop, but it’s faded a bit, still good, but I still like to try out different places. It isn’t anything fancy, but for breakfast, I’m usually not looking for much – … Continue reading
Le Meritage* (#196, 1/13/2012)
Another okay stop – worth checking out if you’re in the area (located in the Maison Dupuy hotel), but probably not worth a special trip. It’s not a real restaurant with full plates of food, but the bread and a … Continue reading
Down the Hatch (#195, 12/4/2011) – 63
Down the Hatch is a little bar and grill just off Coliseum Square on Camp Street. I like it – though it took me almost two years to make a return trip. First time in, I was struck by the … Continue reading
Katie’s (#194, 12/3/2011)
An outstanding mid-city neighborhood joint. It had quite a trek making it back after Katrina (seven feet of water), but they’ve been open a little more than a year and it was very good. I really liked the atmosphere, something … Continue reading
Mike’s on the Avenue* (#193, 11/30/2011)
The Mike’s experience started well with really cool water glasses and Mazzy Star playing (not live). Downside was that it was freezing cold (too many windows and too cold outside?). Food was excellent. I had some pulled pork sliders which … Continue reading
Maple Street Café (#192, 11/27/2011)
This was an excellent discovery. I definitely recommend it for lunch or dinner. Very good and reasonably-priced. I’ve had a variety of things – the oysters amandine stands out in my mind – and definitely go for the stuffed shrimp … Continue reading
Sara’s Bistro* (#191, 11/18/2011)
This was a pretty good stop (located in Riverbend, behind the little min-plaza area), but I should have known there was trouble when I saw awards for “healthiest restaurant.” The Louisiana crawfish eggrolls are a signature dish and were pretty … Continue reading