Great Food to Try at French Quarter Fest
Boulevard Crispy Oysters
Boulevard American Bistro
Jackson Square
Boulevard American Bistro is a local establishment that is
known best for its high-quality and wood-fired American cuisine. Originally
opening in 2015 in Metairie, the restaurant has been successful enough to
spread out to Elwood and Covington as well. Swing by them in Jackson Square during
the fest and order the Boulevard Crispy Oysters. These tasty fried Gulf oysters
come with cream spinach and crystal aioli.
Bread Pudding & Rum Sauce
Desire Oyster Bar
Palm Lawn on the Riverfront
Desire Oyster Bar is a great place to experience Louisiana-style
delicacies while in the French Quarter. The Bourbon Street bar and restaurant is
situated inside the luxurious Royal Sonesta New Orleans hotel. They will be at
the Palm Lawn on New Orleans' Riverfront and will be serving a real Crescent
City treat. Definitely don't miss out on Desire Oyster Bar's bread pudding with
a tasty whiskey sauce.
Crab Beignet
Loretta's Authentic Pralines
Kohlmeyer Lawn on the Riverfront
One of the tastiest treats to ever be associated with New
Orleans is the always favorite praline. Loretta's Authentic Pralines, with
locations on North Rampart Street and in the French Market, has some of the
pralines that can be found in the city. While at French Quarter Fest, make sure
to try the savory dish that Loretta's will be offering. The crab beignet is
uniquely New Orleans and very delicious.
Crab Cake Slider
Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard
Jackson Square
A true New Orleans classic, Broussard's has been providing
residents marvelous French-Creole cuisine since 1920. The restaurant's French
Quarter architecture is absolutely beautiful and its courtyard is perfect for
brunch or relaxing with a cold cocktail. Broussard's crab cake slider is not to
be missed, so make sure to visit them at Jackson Square during the fest. If you're
still hungry, Broussard's will also be offering crawfish sliders and crawfish
boil pickles.
Crawfish Bread
TJ Gourmet
Palm Lawn on the Riverfront
Whenever there is a festival in New Orleans, TJ Gourmet is
bound to make an appearance. This local food vendor was established in 1981 and
specializes in keeping people full during festivals. TJ Gourmet will be at the
Riverfront's Palm Lawn, so make sure the grab their mouthwatering crawfish bread.
Crab cakes and alligator sausage kabobs will also be on offer.
Crawfish Cakes with Lemon Butter
Landry's Seafood House
Jackson Square
New Orleanians absolutely love seafood, and Landry's Seafood
House is one of the best places in NOLA to get some. The establishment can be
found in the French Quarter and Lake Pontchartrain, as well as in Texas, Florida,
South Carolina, and Missouri. Crawfish is a must-try while in the Big Easy, so
make sure to order Landry's crawfish cakes with lemon butter while at the fest.
If the heat isn't getting to you, Landry's will also be offering a shrimp and
corn bisque.
Jerk Chicken
14 Parishes
Palm Lawn on the Riverfront
New Orleans is known as the northern most Caribbean city, so
it should come as no surprise that the Crescent City has plenty of establishments
serving appetizing island fair. One such establishment is 14 Parishes, which is
a family-run restaurant that specializes in Jamaican cuisine. A staple of
Jamaica is jerk chicken and 14 Parishes will be serving plenty of it during the
fest at Palm Lawn. Consider a side of fried sweet plantains to go with your
chicken.
Shrimp & Grits
Koz's
Jax Lot
Hailing from Harahan, Koz's Restaurant is a family-operated
joint that is well loved for its well-made NOLA dishes. Classics that are
usually served at the restaurant include red beans and rice, fried chicken
boxes, and lots of different sandwiches and po-boys. Definitely check Koz's out
at the fest's Jax Lot and dig into their shrimp and grits. They will also be
offering roast beef debris cheese fries and smoked redfish wonton.
Skinny Hand Grenade
Tropical Isle
Tropical Isle Stage
If you've ever walked down Bourbon Street, then you've definitely
seen people sipping on the city's most powerful drink. Tropical Isle's Hand
Grenade is a Bourbon Street staple and is characterized by its sheer potency and
its instantly recognizable plastic container. Tropical Isle will be handing a
skinny Hand Grenade, as well as two other its other signature cocktails, at
this year's French Quarter Fest. Please drink responsibly!
Smoked Brisket BBQ Nachos
House of Blues
Palm Lawn on the Riverfront
The House of Blues is one of the best places in the city to
grab some tasty Southern food and listen to exciting live music. Found by Isaac
Tigrett and Dan Aykroyd, this rock and blues-themed chain has 11 locations all
across the United States. After listening to your favorite French Quarter Fest
performance, head to Palm Lawn and grab the House of Blues' Smoked Brisket BBQ
Nachos. This decadent dish is sure to satisfy your appetite.
French Quarter Fest's Tastiest Bites
There are so many delicious options to choose from at the French Quarter Fest. Good thing the fest is more than one day--that way you can go back and try as much as possible! Be sure to try some of our picks for a real taste of New Orleans cuisine.
