KSUChiefsTarheelFan Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 (edited) My mother's side of the family are all from Louisiana, but I only have a few relatives in the New Orleans area. And they all live across the lake, not to mention they are all "older" and don't really get out too much. I lived there as a kid, but aside from craw fish boils on the weekends, I don't know much much else. I will be there from July 17-22. Any suggestions on- Restaurants Events Good Jazz Clubs VooDoo shops and anything else would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! Edited June 10, 2008 by KSUChiefsTarheelFan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Most of what you are looking for is in this thread in the Food & Beverage forum. http://forums.thehuddle.com/index.php?showtopic=242369 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSUChiefsTarheelFan Posted June 10, 2008 Author Share Posted June 10, 2008 Most of what you are looking for is in this thread in the Food & Beverage forum. http://forums.thehuddle.com/index.php?showtopic=242369 Thanks! I knew you would be one of the 1st to lend a hand! cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbimm Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Thanks! I knew you would be one of the 1st to lend a hand! cheers Send me a pm when we get closer to the date and I can hook you up with all kinds of things to do here. What are you coming for? Bringing kids? Where are you staying? Renting a car while here? An answer to all those questions will help me guide you in the right direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSUChiefsTarheelFan Posted June 10, 2008 Author Share Posted June 10, 2008 (edited) Send me a pm when we get closer to the date and I can hook you up with all kinds of things to do here. What are you coming for? Bringing kids? Where are you staying? Renting a car while here? An answer to all those questions will help me guide you in the right direction. I have family in Covington, Chalmette, and Mandeville. Had a plane ticket I had to use, so it was kind of last minute. The good thing is I have the time to plan. No kids, just the girlfriend. I will be staying just around the corner from The Abita Brewery and maybe in Chalmette one night or two. Renting a car... Thanks for all your help.... cheers! Edited June 10, 2008 by KSUChiefsTarheelFan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wolf Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 K-Paul's is my favorite restaurant...food is amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 (edited) The wife and I will be going this Thursday night through Sunday of this week. We are going to a same sex wedding reception, which should be interesting. Edited June 10, 2008 by Perchoutofwater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbimm Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 The wife and I will be going this Thursday night through Sunday of this week. We are going to a same sex wedding reception, which should be interesting. Sounds to me like you will be plenty busy so you won't be needing any guidance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 I have family in Covington, Chalmette, and Mandeville. Had a plane ticket I had to use, so it was kind of last minute. The good thing is I have the time to plan. No kids, just the girlfriend. I will be staying just around the corner from The Abita Brewery and maybe in Chalmette one night or two. Renting a car... Thanks for all your help.... cheers! SuperBalla is from that area, although I don't know if he'll be logging on here much right now... I'll let him know someone needs some info if I see him on AIM, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Is Sammys Steak and Lobster still there ? That was my favorite place to eat when we visited. Best stuffed mushrooms ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbimm Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Is Sammys Steak and Lobster still there ? That was my favorite place to eat when we visited. Best stuffed mushrooms ever. I don't believe that Sammy's survived. No great loss. Next time you come down let me know and I will give you a list of better places to eat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperBalla Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 (edited) I have family in Covington, Chalmette, and Mandeville. Had a plane ticket I had to use, so it was kind of last minute. The good thing is I have the time to plan. No kids, just the girlfriend. I will be staying just around the corner from The Abita Brewery and maybe in Chalmette one night or two. Renting a car... Thanks for all your help.... cheers! I grew up in Abita Springs The Abita Brewery is killer and I'd recommend it, but you shouldn't drive afterwards. I just got back from New Orleans and I stayed at my favorite hotel, The Hotel Montleone on Royal...1 block from Bourbon. I'd also recommend eating at Mr. B's on Royal and if you order the Filet...sub out the "tater tot" potatoes for the mash. Trust me. The D-Day museum is incredible and so is the Aquarium of the America's and if you'd like to see Katrina first hand...check out the Hurricane on the Bayou at the IMAX (a part of the Aquarium of America). Also...you could tour the Mississippi by cruising on the River Boat Natchez. Go eat in Madisonville one evening overlooking the Tchefuncte River at Mortan's Seafood. You will thank me. Tbimm knows New Orleans like the Native he is. I'd strenuously recommend following his advice though. I hope you have a blast...hard not to. If you are passing through Baton Rouge and like to catch a beer...holla at me via PM. I am pretty busy but I'll take a break for a huddler. Edited June 11, 2008 by SuperBalla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperBalla Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 The wife and I will be going this Thursday night through Sunday of this week. We are going to a same sex wedding reception, which should be interesting. Cool bro...if you want to catch a beer with a fellow Lion...holla at me via PM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Tbimm knows New Orleans like the Native he is. I'd strenuously recommend following his advice though. I hope you have a blast...hard not to. If you are passing through Baton Rouge and like to catch a beer...holla at me via PM. I am pretty busy but I'll take a break for a huddler. He knows New Orleans and lives there, but is not a native. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperBalla Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 He knows New Orleans and lives there, but is not a native. My bad...the dude lives there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSUChiefsTarheelFan Posted June 11, 2008 Author Share Posted June 11, 2008 I really appreciate everyones help on this. I showed my girlfriend all the responses last night, and she was impressed that there was actually something constructive that can come from using the Huddle! She is a hater... Thanks again guys!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 I really appreciate everyones help on this. I showed my girlfriend all the responses last night, and she was impressed that there was actually something constructive that can come from using the Huddle! She is a hater... Thanks again guys!!! You should show her the Aqualung & Katrina threads among many, many others. This place is way more than just fantasy football. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pirate lookin' at 40 Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Most of the time, a burger is a burger. BUT, the exception to this is Port of Call. It is the best burger you will ever eat. Check out the menu at their website: http://www.portofcallneworleans.com Also, Pat O'Briens piano bar is tons of fun. Also visit the tire swing bar at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville. Lafitte's is a cool place too. Have fun man, I can't wait until I make it back down there again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seattle LawDawg Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Most of the time, a burger is a burger. BUT, the exception to this is Port of Call. It is the best burger you will ever eat. Check out the menu at their website: http://www.portofcallneworleans.com Also, Pat O'Briens piano bar is tons of fun. Also visit the tire swing bar at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville. Lafitte's is a cool place too. Have fun man, I can't wait until I make it back down there again. Wellllll, there are certainly other great burgers, but in New Orleans, Port of Call is it. A Port of Call burger ended my wife's 7year vegetarianism. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Most of the time, a burger is a burger. BUT, the exception to this is Port of Call. It is the best burger you will ever eat. Check out the menu at their website: http://www.portofcallneworleans.com And pass out after drinking the monsoon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big F'n Dave Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 New Orleans? Mid-July? Bring something for a f'n heat stroke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Most of what you are looking for is in this thread in the Food & Beverage forum. http://forums.thehuddle.com/index.php?showtopic=242369 thank you twiley...i've been trying to remember domilise's name for 10+ years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiley Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 thank you twiley...i've been trying to remember domilise's name for 10+ years. Damn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperBalla Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 Also, Pat O'Briens piano bar is tons of fun. Good info here. New Orleans? Mid-July? Bring something for a f'n heat stroke. Good info here also... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 New Orleans? Mid-July? Bring something for a f'n heat stroke. Yup, even at night the heat radiates from the streets & buildings for hours before it finally cools off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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