LSU fan recommendations for your visit to NOLA and the game

[LSU_Ed]

Well I hope we can let you in on some great things to do while here. Except win the game that is. I'll start by saying listen with caution to those who want to say how bad LSU fans are. We are even getting "word" that OSU fans are terrible.

We in Louisiana love to have a good time (we say "pass a good time" here, with the appropriate accent). You will have plenty of good natured ribbing, as I'm sure we will as well. But, we will go out of our way to make sure you have a good time too.

If you are staying in the Quarter, or just outside, there are plenty of great restaurants and bars in the area. Don't just stay in the Quarter. Venture out toward Uptown on St. Charles and Magazine for a more local flair.

Some places other than the Quarter tourist type things:

At the Hilton Riverside, go to Drago's and order Chargrilled Oysters.

Order a poboy at Johnny's in the Quarter, Serio's on Magazine, or venture out to Parasol's a block off magazine at Third Street.

Take the Streetcar up St. Charles to Napoleon, where it ends now, and walk a couple of blocks to the right and have dinner at Pascales Manale. Order the BBQ Shrimp. Not really BBQ, just named that.

Go to the D-Day museum. You will be glad you did.

Have a muffaletta at Central Grocery (The original and my favorite) or at The Napoleon House where they serve them warm.

Have a Hurricane at Pat O'Brian's. Go to the piano bar while there. And, a hint. . . . . You pay for the souvenier glasses they put your drinks in so if you don't want them, go to the bar and get a refund.

And finally, the answer to the question is: "I got dem on my feet in New Orleans." I won't give you the question, but you will find out when you get here.

I'm sure there will be many more suggestions. Enjoy yourself and when you hear someone yell "Tigerbait" at you from a tailgating party on gameday, smile, join them and they will more than likely give you food and drink and good conversation.

Geaux Tigers!!!!!

[osugrad21]

Excellent work. Grazie!

[LSU Jake]

I recomend the gumbo at Coop's on Decatur st. in the Quarter near the French Market. Coop's is a bar/small restaurant with servers who are fond of tatoos but I've never had a problem. The gumbo is, in my opinion the best in town. They also serve alligator and rabbit if you're curious.

As far as seafood in the Quarter I am not impressed with Brennans Bourbon House seafood restaurant. It's geared towards tourists and I find it mediocre. I do like Deanie's in Bucktown(a 10 minute drive from the Quarter) but they also have a location in the Quarter. I've never been to that site but it should be nearly as good.

I've found that Brennan's Palace Cafe has been underrated by the local magazines and have enjoyed my experiences there. It's located on Canal st. basically in the Quarter and entrees run about $18-30 for dinner. The crabmeat cheesecake is a great appetizer.

Many of the moderately priced restaurants in the Quarter are going to be sort of mediocre because they cater to tourists. I'd recomend a Zagat's or something similar to weed out the sub-par. Make dining a priority on your "to do" list as it's wonderful down here!

[LSU_Ed]

The recommendation of Coop's I'll have to defer since I've never been there. I guess I need to check it out.

I do like the gumbo at Mr. B's because it has a dark roux which I like. Also, on Bourbon St. Redfish Grill is good. Another Brennan family place.

I also want to mention in passing, the Holiday Inn Superdome on Loyola. We semi-jokingly call it the safest hotel in the City now since half of it is taken up by National Guard still stationed here.

My office has 24/7 parking contracts there so I go there first before games at the Dome. Out of the elevator into the bar. Anyway, if you find yourself there at some point, ask the bartender or manager if Ed is there. If I am, they will point me out. We'll toast to a good time.

[LSU Jake]

Coop's roux is very rich, very dark. The gumbo has shrimp, crab claws, and oysters in it. You can taste a hint of the salty oyster liquor in it. It's not lightweight.

[JCOSU86]

Originally Posted by LSU Jake

Coop's roux is very rich, very dark. The gumbo has shrimp, crab claws, and oysters in it. You can taste a hint of the salty oyster liquor in it. It's not lightweight.

Cooking Cajun is my hobby so I agree. Dark roux is the most complex and tastiest. I also grow my own cayenne peppers, make my own stock, and at the risk of turning on SIMV, get lard from local Ohio grown hogs.

[LSU_Ed]

Originally Posted by JCOSU86

get lard from local Ohio grown hogs.

I would think you'd get your lard from Wolverines.

[Flocka]

Originally Posted by LSU_Ed

And finally, the answer to the question is: "I got dem on my feet in New Orleans." I won't give you the question, but you will find out when you get here.

Betcha I can tell ya where you got dem shoes.

[JCOSU86]

Originally Posted by LSU_Ed

I would think you'd get your lard from Wolverines.

Actually, they are too scrawny and putrid to waste the effort.



Welcome, by the way

[Gatorubet]

Originally Posted by LSU Jake

I recomend the gumbo at Coop's on Decatur st. in the Quarter near the French Market. Coop's is a bar/small restaurant with servers who are fond of tatoos but I've never had a problem. The gumbo is, in my opinion the best in town. They also serve alligator and rabbit if you're curious.

My favorite gumbo is at Herbsaint in the CBD (Central Business District) about the 700 block of St. Charles at Girod. The gumbo changes, but the duck and tasso is really good. All of them have a dark, dark roux.

[sandgk]

LSU_Ed - no love for Cafe DuMonde on Jackson Square? Everyobody should give it a run by, surely?

Things may have changed post Katrina, but there was an absolutely awesome Seafood restaurant near Metairie - lots of old jazz and piano artists depicted on the walls. Dark wood panel interior, but a family style / business atmosphere.

Plus, there was an out of the way coffee houe / diner way up on the old tramline. Served a huge garbage omelette - meats, veg, fries, you name it all thrown in to the mix. The perfect cure for a hangover when served with hot sauce.

Ring a bell?

For me, I'm blaming any obvious memory lapses on too much of a good time

[OCBuckWife]

It has been a very long time since I have been to N'awlins and the lot of you are making me STARVE right now! I'm going to have to have another crack at home made gumbo now!

[LSU_Ed]

Originally Posted by bigballin2987

Betcha I can tell ya where you got dem shoes.

Bingo!!!

[LSU_Ed]

Originally Posted by sandgk

LSU_Ed - no love for Cafe DuMonde on Jackson Square? Everyobody should give it a run by, surely?

Things may have changed post Katrina, but there was an absolutely awesome Seafood restaurant near Metairie - lots of old jazz and piano artists depicted on the walls. Dark wood panel interior, but a family style / business atmosphere.

Plus, there was an out of the way coffee houe / diner way up on the old tramline. Served a huge garbage omelette - meats, veg, fries, you name it all thrown in to the mix. The perfect cure for a hangover when served with hot sauce.

Ring a bell?

For me, I'm blaming any obvious memory lapses on too much of a good time

Oh definately. I was just listing a few. Nothing like Cafe DuMonde. It is a must. Not sure about the Metairie place, but on the Riverbend place you may be thinking of Camillia Grill. It has reopened.

Is this it?

[JCOSU86]

I make a seasoned chicken and Andouille sausage gumbo that is a hit every where I take it. I also have a good Jambalaya recipe and have made cooked-down cabbage, Alligator Sauce Piquant and Oysters Italienne.