Food scene
Great spot for brunch in the AM, and live local music while you eat!
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Live Oak Cafe
8140 Oak StGreat spot for brunch in the AM, and live local music while you eat!
Kitschy, goth cafe with great iced coffee and specialty drinks. Pastries are from Maple Street Patisserie nearby and are delicious!
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Zotz Cafe
8210 Oak StKitschy, goth cafe with great iced coffee and specialty drinks. Pastries are from Maple Street Patisserie nearby and are delicious!
Vegan breakfast spot with shockingly yummy, all-vegan food and gourmet breads. I recommend the vegan burger, and the filled brioche.
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Breads On Oak
8640 Oak StVegan breakfast spot with shockingly yummy, all-vegan food and gourmet breads. I recommend the vegan burger, and the filled brioche.
A must-eat! Delicious, real New Orleans food, including dishes like Trout Amandine, Shrimp Etouffee, and more. Note that they don't take reservations, and all members of your party must be present to be seated. Don't worry... it's worth it.
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Jacques-Imo's
8324 Oak StA must-eat! Delicious, real New Orleans food, including dishes like Trout Amandine, Shrimp Etouffee, and more. Note that they don't take reservations, and all members of your party must be present to be seated. Don't worry... it's worth it.
El Taco Loco
634 S Carrollton AveTasty, authentic, reasonably priced Mexican food with friendly owners.
Out-of-the-box ideas
This animal rescue is near and dear to my heart. I volunteered here when I lived in New Orleans. They're always looking for dog-walkers-- it's a great and unusual way to get some steps in while also getting your daily requirement of animal cuddles. <3 Sign up to volunteer at animalrescueneworleans.org!
Animal Rescue New Orleans
271 Plauche StThis animal rescue is near and dear to my heart. I volunteered here when I lived in New Orleans. They're always looking for dog-walkers-- it's a great and unusual way to get some steps in while also getting your daily requirement of animal cuddles. <3 Sign up to volunteer at animalrescueneworleans.org!
Sightseeing
You're just a few steps from the beautiful Mississippi River levee, which is a great place to get some air, and take a walk or bike ride while overlooking the river.
Levee
LeveeYou're just a few steps from the beautiful Mississippi River levee, which is a great place to get some air, and take a walk or bike ride while overlooking the river.
Take a walk or ride around the 1.8 mile paved track and enjoy gorgeous views, tons of old-growth oak trees, and hearing the bells of Loyola peal the hour.
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Audubon Park station
Take a walk or ride around the 1.8 mile paved track and enjoy gorgeous views, tons of old-growth oak trees, and hearing the bells of Loyola peal the hour.
Neighborhoods
Take a stroll around the Marigny to explore fun restaurants, coffee shops, wine bars, vintage stores, and more. You'll find historic architecture updated with a modern vibe, and you never know-- you might even stumble across a mini parade or street concert.
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Marigny
Take a stroll around the Marigny to explore fun restaurants, coffee shops, wine bars, vintage stores, and more. You'll find historic architecture updated with a modern vibe, and you never know-- you might even stumble across a mini parade or street concert.
I grew up here, so I have a soft spot for the Carrollton neighborhood! One of the oldest neighborhoods in New Orleans, Carrollton is known for its oak-lined streets and friendly family vibe.
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Uptown/Carrollton
I grew up here, so I have a soft spot for the Carrollton neighborhood! One of the oldest neighborhoods in New Orleans, Carrollton is known for its oak-lined streets and friendly family vibe.