Great place, very friendly staff. Food was great ! Will definitely come back. This is a great place…read morefor a quick afterwork cocktail, the patio feels so nice at night, but if you want something more intimate head upstairs for a more cozy and private atmosphere.

With just one visit, Manolito is my new favorite place in the French Quarter. New to me, that is,…read moreas they've clearly been charming locals and visitors alike for years, now. You know how it goes... you live somewhere and keep meaning to try a place and suddenly it's like 8 years later and here we are. Exquisite everything... atmosphere, service, cocktails and food. Aperitivo-style dinners (aka girl dinners?) are my favorite. I love a good grazing. We had the seasoned chickpeas which are fried and crunchy but not dry like baked or dried chickpeas. These are the irresistible kind, the melt-in-your-mouth with salty umami goodness kind. The saltines that come with the black bean hummus are seasoned in the same way, fried, I suspect, but I'm not mad about that. I really couldn't stop eating these and don't get me started on the perfect fries. Drinks, ah the drinks. As much as I wanted one of those frozens, with dropping temps outside, I went for a gorgeous Flor de Jamaica. Think citrus-forward, not heavily boozy (vodka). I followed up with the Mary Pickford, which has pineapple juice and normally I would fear for an overly sweet drink but this is not that. It's more on the tangy/sour side of the spectrum. Both drinks are perfectly light and refreshing. It all felt like the indulgence I needed after a frigid week. After dining upstairs, which makes you feel like you're in a chic loft space, we peeked into the courtyard. I cannot wait to return and pretend that I'm in Havana, sipping on an expertly-crafted frozen drink. It really doesn't get any better than this.

This is an absolute gem of a restaurant. I had brunch here…read morea few days ago and I haven't been able to stop raving about it since - the drinks - perfectly balanced (not too sweet) , the food, super fresh with flavors that POP. Every single thing I tried on the menu (I was part of a group so I tried a LOT) was stunning. I genuinely could not recommend more highly. I'm just disappointed that I don't live closer or I'd be in all the time.

Food is BLAND asf. No where near like a home cooked meal that tastes like home!…read more If you're looking for flavor and zest and Caribbean taste , this is not the place. Do not waste your time you're better off going to Tia Maria's kitchen honestly! Like I say if the cooks know English it's not going to be good. It simply doesn't taste good. It seems more pleasing on the eye than stomach.

Nothing hits the spot like a warm arepa from Mais. The…read moreserver was incredible and the arepas were amazing! The only downside were the plantain chips were old and not crispy at all. Granted we did some in an hour before they closed; this was not good. The drinks were also not made well as both caprarinias were not good. Overall we love Mais even with the small missteps.

Our server was very professional and understood the needs of my guests from India. One was…read morevegetarian. We ordered plantains with avacadoes and two different sandwiches. One with chicken and one vegetarian.

Blown away. I dont even recall how i came across this place, but i found it while i was already in…read morenew orleans and already had my 'food itinerary' mapped out. The glowing reviews sold me and the place was actually walking distance from my hotel. I ordered the whole fish which came with green plantain, white rice and a tomato sauce. Side of pikliz (because ive never had Haitian food but ive always wanted to try pikliz). Man, i'll be dreaming of that fish. Perfectly seasoned, just tasty and moist with perfectly crisped skin. Its what i always hope for when i order whole fish and they over-delivered, especially with the microgreen topping. THE PIKLIZ!! Wow! Spicy, vinegary goodness, perfect bite with the fish too. I might have to come back tomorrow for the griyo if they steppin like this. DANG!

We thoroughly enjoyed the food here. It was my first time at a Haitian restaurant, and I didn't…read moreknow what to expect, so I started with the Creole wings. I ate them so fast and immediately wished I had ordered more. I had the double-cooked goat for my entree, and it was delicious, everything was flavorful, with generous portions. I also had two Jungle Bird cocktails, which had a nice balance of fruity flavor and alcohol. Service was good overall, though at times we had to flag down our server to order drinks and pay the bill. Other than that, we had a great experience and would definitely go back.

The jerk chicken, oxtails and cabbage are so delicious! Everything that I have tried here has been…read moreso flavorful and fresh. I always get a side of plantain- it's so addictive.. The ambiance is very casual. I usually call ahead because there's only street parking.

Good and fresh. This was my second time here and I brought coworkers from out of town. They left…read morebones behind! I couldn't eat any more and saving the rest for later. We had plate 1: oxtails, Mac n cheese and white rice. Plate 2: jerk, Mac n cheese and rice n peas. Plate 3: Oxtails with rice n peas with Mac n cheese. SUPREME!

Honduran food in New Orleans? Definitely!…read more After Match Day, we went to celebrate at Tia Maria's Kitchen. Love, love, love this cozy mama and papa restaurant. It was busy at lunchtime, but it gave us time to reflect on the hard work that led to two of my daughters matching in great residency programs. Two years ago, we also celebrated another amazing match day with a friend who flew in from San Francisco to help our family celebrate. I had the San Pedro Maduro. A deep fried plantain filled with veggies, black beans, avocados, crema and queso. I had mine with chicken. One of my daughters did hers with more veggies. Absolutely delicious! My family ordered a wide variety of papusas and tacos. Definitely add an agua Fresca. Loved the horchata, but the favorite was the moracuya. Blackberry and passion fruit. So refreshing and delicious. Muchas gracias for welcoming our family and friends into your cocina familiar. We loved enjoying your family's kitchen on a special day celebrating another chapter of our family's journey. #2800

Like a Reddit user once mentioned "Tia Maria's is a godsend to this planet" and I wholeheartedly…read moreagree. Everytime I post about this place someone asks me where I am. I've been wanting to hold back on this review because I swear every time I go, there's so many people ordering takeout or dining it! It very much is getting the attention it deserves. I will say, pricier than your other honduran joints but this one is worth it. You can taste the love and fresh ingredients they pour into this place. If you can, go with a group of people so you can try a bunch of dishes. You seriously cant go wrong with anything on the menu but my favs are: Mega Baleada with carne asada and their pupusas! I've had the pastelitos, enchildas hondurenas, combo miramar, combo lempira. Note: Anything that mentions Hondurenas (tacos and enchiladas) they're different than your typical Mexican style!**

We stumbled upon Cane & Table last year by accident - what a cute place with a serious menu. Not…read moreonly will you find James Beard award winning cocktails but the service is best in class. Pina Coladas aren't usually my brand, but damn Gina...these are good! Hand blended and elevated to creamy perfection (hafta recommend the extra rum floater on top). We tried a Toffee & Tequila drink because the flavor combination won our curiosity (it tasted like an espresso drink which I don't enjoy) but we sure liked the thought. She switched to an off-menu drink the server recommended called a Saturn which was quickly emptied. I had a few bourbon & rum cocktails called the Fancy Bombo - and those got me right. We only wanted a couple of shareable small plates to hold us over so we tried the Crab Croquetas and corn tamal. The croquetas were had a crunchy fried exterior and cheesey crab goodness within. I could've eaten about 82 of them if we didn't have dinner reservations elsewhere a few hours later. The corn tamal was a polenta disc topped with so much deliciousness that had me considering cancelling my other reservations. As good as the food & drink are - the service really seals the deal. Everyone in the place is a foodie and exudes a level of sophistication when you inquire about anything. The staff is quick to engage, explain and recommend when called upon. There is a vibe here that will keep me coming back for more. I will just put this out there for those that may need it (and you know who you are) - if you are intolerant of different lifestyles, sexualities and flamboyance...this IS NOT a place you may care for. Many of the staff is diverse and LGBQT adjacent/forward. Don't misunderstand, this is not a place advertised as anything for a certain type of person or group, but if these things make you uncomfortable - don't ruin it for those of us that support all diversity.

Bartender overcharged - 20% added without notice - I'm fine…read morewith that but come on tell someone it's added Happy hour drinks were charged full price I don't know As a local, I will not be back and being ripped off left a bad taste in my mouth

Love stopping by Santa Fe Restaurant--the food is always so delicious! My go-to order is the garlic…read moreshrimp appetizer with the grilled veggies of the day, and honestly it's the perfect meal every time. The sangria and specialty cocktails are also great and pair perfectly with the relaxed vibe. I especially love sitting outside along Esplanade Avenue--such a beautiful spot to unwind and enjoy the neighborhood atmosphere - especially when the Nola weather cooperates. The staff is always friendly and personable, which makes the experience even better. It's one of those local spots where you can just chill, enjoy great food and drinks, and soak up the Esplanade vibes. No wonder we. the locals love it!

Ohhh... where to start??? This has always been (and hopefully always will be) one of my favorite…read morerestaurants in New Orleans. Back in the day, Santa Fe was on Frenchman in the Marigny, and it was the top player in the city as far as Mexican food went. Then it closed (boo-hoooo ). Santa Fe eventually reopened in its current location on Esplanade, which makes this a much more accessible place for a Lakeview girl! AND It's divine!!! There is no wrong selection here! Everything on the menu is delicious. I love the Tableside Guacamole and their Ceviche is the best ever!!! The seafood dishes are mouth watering, and so are their more traditional appetizers and entrees. OMG... the tamales!!! I do recommend that you tread carefully through their drink menu. The bartenders are some of the best in the city, and those drinks will sneak in and strait mess you up without warning... not in a polite, delicate way, more like in a wake-up-the-next-morning-in-your neighbor's-Christmas-manger-scene kind of way (I did not do that, but that's where I found my friend at 6AM. She was clinging to a wise man and holding Baby J like a Heisman trophy football!). I digress. We went back the next day for the best Sunday Brunch in the city and a little hair of the dog. You just cannot go wrong here! I LOVE LOVE LOVE SANTA FE!

This place has great food! When we arrived it was basically empty and so we ordered right away. We…read moreonly waited about 10 minutes before our food arrived. I had the bbq jerk chicken with callaloo and plaintain. It was so delicious- I ate it all!! I can't believe I slept on this place for so long but I will absolutely be back.

I love oxtail and was so excited to get this order. it was all bone and collagen. maybe their…read moreother dishes are good, but i'll never know because i'm not going to waste my time. oxtail should have the collagen cooked down so it melts into the meat; instead i got a plateful of tough meat and collagen. never again.