Rathbone Mansions
Historic New Orleans Hotel, Steps From the French Quarter
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Insiders Guide of things to do, eats and drinks in New Orleans

Rathbone Mansions Insiders Guide

With its unique, vibrant history, award winning chefs, craft cocktail bars, and party atmosphere, there's no wonder NOLA is consistently ranked one of the best cities to visit. We've got you covered with insiders' tips on the best places to visit, eat and drink during your stay. Click through our blog for suggestions, current events and truly experience New Orleans like a local.

New Orleans has a unique, vibrant history, award winning chefs, craft cocktails galore, and a low-key, Southern fun atmosphere. There's no wonder NOLA is consistently ranked one of the best US cities to visit.  We've got you covered with tips on locals' favorite spots to check out during your stay. Scroll through our blog for suggestions, current events and truly experience New Orleans like a local.

 

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Stanley

Stanley

Here is a list of local restaurants/attractions near Rathbone Mansions that are open now!

Eateries:

  • The Ruby Slipper: Breakfast/Brunch - 2001 Burgundy St. – Sun-Mon - 8 am - 2 pm

  • True Food Kitchen: Lunch/Dinner - 801 St. Charles Ave. - Everyday - 11 am - 8 pm

  • Buffa’s Restaurant and Bar: Lunch/Dinner - 1001 Esplanade Ave. - Everyday - 11 am - 11 pm

  • Stanley: Breakfast/Lunch - 547 St. Ann St. - Thurs-Sun - 8 am - 4 pm

  • Bacchanal: Lunch/Dinner/Wine Room - 600 Poland Ave. - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday - 5 pm - 10 pm, Friday - Sunday - NOON - 11 pm

  • Port of Call: Lunch/Dinner (Take-out and Outdoor Seating) - 838 Esplanade Ave. - Fri-Sun - NOON - 8 pm

  • Cochon Cajun Restaurant: Lunch/Dinner - 930 Tchoupitoulas St. - Tues-Sun - 11 am - 9 pm

  • Dat Dog: Lunch/Dinner - 601 Frenchman St. – Sun-Mon - 11 am - 9 pm

  • Galatoire’s French-Creole Restaurant: 209 Bourbon St. - Wed-Sun - 11:30 am - 9 pm

  • Court of Two Sisters: Jazz Brunch/Dinner (Reservations Required 504-522-7261) - 613 Royal St. – Wed-Sun - 9 am - 2 pm and 3 pm - 9 pm

  • Mother's Restaurant: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner - 401 Poydras St. – Sun-Mon - 7 am - 8 pm

  • Oceana: Lunch/Dinner/Late Night - 739 Conti St. – Sun-Mon - 8 am - 1 am

  • Sante Fe:  Mexican Restaurant - 3201 Esplanade Ave. - Everyday but Monday - 11 am - 9 pm

  • Lola's: Spanish Restaurant, Dinner Only - 3312 Esplanade Ave. - Sun-Mon - 5:30 pm - 9/10 pm 

  • Doris Metropolitan Steak House: Dinner Only (Reservations Required) - Tues-Sun - 5:30 pm - 9 pm

  • Paladar 511:  Italian Restaurant, Sunday Brunch/Dinner (Reservations Suggested 504-509-6782) - 511 Marigny St. - Dinner Only Mon-Sat - 5:30 pm - 9 pm. Sun Brunch - 10 am - 2 pm, Dinner - 5:30 pm - 9 pm

  • Café Degas: Fine Dining (Reservations Required on OpenTable.com) - 3127 Esplanade Ave. – Wed-Sun 5 pm - 9 pm

  • G W Fins Seafood Restaurant: Dinner Only - 808 Bienville St. - Everyday - 5 pm - 9 pm

  • The Palace Café: Lunch/Dinner/Happy Hour - 605 Canal St. – Wed-Sun - 11 am - 8 pm, Happy Hour 3 pm - 7 pm

  • Coffee Science: Coffee Shop/To-go Only - 410 S. Broad Ave. – Sun-Mon 8 am - 2 pm

  • Old Road Coffee Shop: Coffee/Pastries/Dine-in & To-go - 2024 Bayou Road – 6:30 am - 6 pm

  • Bywater Bakery: Coffee/Pastries/Cakes/ Sandwiches/Soups - 3624 Dauphine St. – Every day Except Wed - 9 am - 2 pm

  • Cafe Du Monde: Famous New Orleans Beignets - 800 Decatur St. - Open 24 Hours Everyday

Palace Cafe

Palace Cafe

Activities:

  • The Steamboat Natchez: Dinner Cruise with Live Band - Fri-Mon - 2:30 pm (Reservations Required 504-569-1401)

  • Gray Line Walking Tours: Ghost/Cocktail Tours - Fri-Mon - Ghost @ 5 pm, Cocktail @ 4 pm (Reservations Required 504-569-1401)

  • WWII Museum: 945 Magazine St.- Sun-Mon - 9 am - 5 pm (Call 504-528-1944 for Tickets)

  • Ogden Museum of Southern Art: 925 Camp St. - Sun-Mon - 9 am-5 pm

  • JAMNOLA: Iconic Art/Music Museum - 2832 Royal St. - Wed-Sun - Buy Tickets Online at Jamnola.com

  • Haunted History Tours: Ghost Tours - 723 St. Peter St.- Thurs-Sun - 6 pm and 8 pm (Reservations Required 504-861-2727)

  • Haunted History Tours: Cemetery Tours - 723 St. Peter St. - Twice Daily - 10:30 am and 1:30 pm (Reservations Required 504-861-2727)

  • Haunted Museum & Voodoo Pharmacy Spirit Shop: Museum Tours - 826 N Rampart - Fri-Mon - NOON - 5 pm

  • Audubon Zoo: 6500 Magazine St. - Wed-Sun 10 am-5 pm (last entry 3:30 pm) – Tickets available on website AudubonNatureInstitute.org

  • Audubon Aquarium: 1 Canal St. - Thurs-Mon - 10 am - 5 pm - Tickets available on website AudubonNatureInstitute.org

  • Sculpture Garden at City Park: 1 Collins Diboll Circle – Wed-Sun - Seniors and immune-compromised only 9:30 am to 11 am, General Public 11 am - 4 pm

  • Botanical Garden at City Park: 5 Victory Ave. - Wed-Sun - 10 am - 4:30 pm

  • New Orleans Museum of Art: 1 Collins Diboll Circle - Wed-Sun - 10 am - 5 pm

  • The French Market: Flea Market and Farmers Market - 700-1010 Decatur St. - Everyday 8 am - 5 pm

  • Swan Boat Rentals at City Park: Paddle Boat/Bike Rental - Big Lake Trail, City Park

  • Harrah’s Casino: 8 Canal St. - Everyday - 24 Hours, Drink Service Stops at 10 pm

  • Cajun Encounters Swamp Tours: 941 Decatur St. - Morning/Afternoon Tours - cajunencounters.com

  • Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge: Ridge Trail & Boardwalk Trail - 20876 Chef Menteur Hwy.

  • New Orleans School of Cooking: Cooking Classes/Demonstrations - 524 St. Louis St. - Fri-Sun 9 am - 5 pm

  • Rock ‘n’ Bowl: Bowling Alley - 3016 South Carrollton Ave. - Tues-Sat - 5 pm - 10 pm

  • Octavia Books: Indie Book Outlet - 513 Octavia St. - Everyday - 10 am - 5 pm

  • Crescent Park in the Bywater: Walking Trails/Picnic Area - Everyday - 6 am - 7:30 pm

  • Seven Three Distilling Co.: Locally Crafted Spirits - Mon-Sat - 11 am - 5 pm

Haunted History Tours

Haunted History Tours

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