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Some of New Orleans' Best

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New Orleans Best:

The natives have voted! Below are just a few picks of the Best of New Orleans according to New Orleans Magazine.

Best hotel bar:

The Carousel Bar in the Hotel Monteleone’s lobby. The Carousel revolves to give everyone a full 360-degree view of the bar. Outstanding drinks with a great and friendly staff.

Best restaurant:

Commander’s Palace. Runners up are Galatoire’s Jaque-Imo’s and Brigtsen’s (a tie) and August.

Best wine list:

Emeril’s.

Best place for gumbo:

Gumbo Shop. Runners up are Mandina's and Mr. B's.

Best place to get raw oysters:

Acme Oyster House. Runner up is Drago's at the Hilton Hotel.

Best place for creole food:

Galatoire’s. Friday is the day to lunch there.

Best day spa::

Belladonna on Magazine Street. A local favorite. Runners up were Earthsaver’s and Spa at the Ritz-Carlton.

Best place to hear live music:

Tipitina’s. Runners up are House of Blues and Snug Harbor.
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