One thing about New Orleans is, we love to eat. Whether its a boozy brunch, traditional lunch, or fancy dinner, we want it all. However, there is always room for dessert. While some prefer beignets, while others prefer an ice cream sundae—we can't stop craving one thing in particular...
Cheesecake.
With National Cheesecake approaching on July 30, what better was is there to celebrate other than stuffing your face with all the creamy, tangy, delicious cheesecake you can? We can't wait.
10 Spots for National Cheesecake Day
Acme Oyster House
Multiple Locations
acmeoyster.com
While most patrons head to Acme Oyster House for the fried seafood and fresh oysters, you'll find yourself returning time and time again for the cheesecake. Their "Max's Bananas Foster Cheesecake" is just about the closest thing to heaven on earth. If you're feeling super sweet, you may as well try this drool-worthy cheesecake with a root beer float too!
Amore Bakery and Cafe
307 Huey P. Long Ave.
504-322-2122
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Amore Bakery and Cafe is a hot spot for breakfast, lunch, and some especially awesome desserts. Chef Sage Spicuzza is a culinary genius with her delicious desserts, and owns and operates Amore with her mother and sister. Besides cheesecake, Amore serves up a variety of French and Italian desserts such as tiramisu, bread pudding, and Creme Brûlée. Amore also makes exquisite custom cakes per request.
Angelo Brocato
214 N. Carrollton Ave.
504-486-0078
angelobrocatoicecream.com
Angelo Brocato, a homie bakery paying homage to Sicilian desserts, is nothing short of spectacular. While there handmade gelato is to die for, their cakes and pastries are also one of a kind. Their cheesecake is available in amaretto, plain or spumoni, with seasonal flavors such as pumpkin and chocolate Hazelnut available. One cake serves 16-20 people, but we might be able to eat one ourselves.
Antoine's Restaurant
713 St. Louis St.
504-581-4422
antoines.com
Antoine's has long been known as a beloved New Orleans favorite as it is America's oldest family owned and run restaurant—established in 1840. Their dishes are flavorful, traditional, and delectable. While the food is well known, their cheesecake is one of their best kept secrets. Their Louisiana Strawberry Cheesecake is made with Creole cream cheesecake, graham cracker tart shell, and fresh Louisiana strawberries. You won't be disappointed.
Chophouse New Orleans
322 Magazine St.
504-522-7902
chophousenola.com
One of the highest rated steakhouses in New Orleans also has one of the highest rated cheesecakes. After a steak dinner, we love to indulge on their delicious cheesecake imported directly from New York. While we'll stick to cheesecake on July 30th, their key lime pie and gigantic chocolate cake are also stellar options.
Commander's Palace
1403 Washington Ave.
504-899-8221
commanderspalace.com
Commander's Palace has been a New Orleans has been a landmark of culinary excellence since 1893. No wonder their cheesecake is so good—they've had over a century to perfect it. Their Creole cream cheese cheesecake is made with housemate Creole cream cheese, and baked in a honey graham crust with white and dark chocolate lattice and sticky salted caramel. We'll take two please.
Drago's Restaurant
Multiple Locations
dragosrestaurant.com
Almost any New Orleanians knows Drago's has some of the best charbroiled oysters in the city—or maybe the country. But those with room for dessert will find there cheesecake is just as drool-worthy. Drago's has a great dessert list, including their "I-scream Fireball" which includes praline rocky road ice cream topped with Fireball cinnamon whiskey and caramel sauce, and their hot brownie a' la mode.
Le Bayou Restaurant & Oyster Bar
503 Bourbon St.
504-529-4256
lebayourestaurant.com
Le Bayou Restaurant and Oyster Bar will have you believing oysters and cheesecake are a match made in heaven, because at La Bayou, they are. Their Zydeco fried cheesecake is rich as can be. It comes baked in a graham cracker crust, then fried and served over a cointreau infused strawberry sauce. If you're a loyal chocolate lover, you could also go for their chocolate mousse cake as well.
Silk Road Wine & Cheese Bazaar
2483 Royal St.
504-494-8307
silkroadnola.com
What goes together better than wine and cheese? Wine and cheesecake. However, at Silk Road Wine and Cheese Bazaar you can enjoy all three. Their white chocolate mango cheesecake is specially made in house and can't be beat. Before dessert, you can enjoy a meal off of their creative Creole-Indian-Asian fusion menu.
Shaya
4213 Magazine St.
504-891-4213
shayarestaurant.com
Alon Shaya is a culinary whiz when it comes to Mediterranean cuisine. Little did you know he whips up a perfect cheesecake too. Their labneh cheesecake with bastilla nuts and honey gelato sure is a treat. We definitely suggest it if you haven't already filled up on their fluffy in-house made pita bread. If one thing is for sure—your three course meal at Shaya will be nothing short of delectable.
More Sweet Stuff in the Big Easy
While we can not wait to eat tons of cheesecake on national cheesecake day, we understand everyone's taste differs. For example, some New Orleanians are loyal to their beloved King Cakes. Some others may prefer French pastries or just a classic doughnut. However, New Orleans does have some pretty amazing bakeries. We hope that—regardless of what your sweet tooth is telling you—you satisfy your cravings with something delicious. After all, you deserve it.
