10 foods you HAVE to try in NEW ORLEANS and where to find them! | New Orleans FOOD TOUR

[@lisalemaster8172]

I'm so spoiled living here in New Orleans that I can't live anywhere else. The food is amazing; the people are friendly; and cultural experiences are beyond those that you can find anywhere else. Thanks for your New Orleans food vlog.

[@Relaxation-Clips]

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[@cheyneperry2036]

It truly reminds me a lot of downtown and mid town detriot as well as Greek town up there. I’m visiting Nola this weekend and next week

[@bernardomarquez8780]

Lisa do you live in new Orleans? I want to go there. Can you help me went i stay there?

[@alantaub1760]

My hometown, ya'll, and you both NAILED IT! I can add more suggestions, but your video is a wonderful representation!!!

[@TouristtoLocal]

This means SO much. THANK YOU!!!

[@sydneycollier3819]

I am from New Orleans . I’m so glad that y’all enjoyed our delicious food. Next time y’all should try our delicious King Cake 👑. Our grocery stores sell it during Carnival season .It’s very delicious 😋.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks so much! King cake is totally something we should have tried. We kept seeing signs for it while we were here, but we never got the chance!

[@satanlaffing]

@@TouristtoLocal if ya can, try to get a king cake from a McKenzie's Bakery....TRUST ME.

[@jennifergould2715]

Where can I find a grocery store near the French Quarter? I’m going for a visit this October and I can’t wait 💛🏈🖤

[@bigpoppa5732]

Margarites in Slidell has the best.Hand made with hundreds of flavors to choose from.Stop in and don't forget to tell Regina Thank You

[@mando1964]

I'm going there this May!!! I'm so excited!!!! thank you for sharing

[@TouristtoLocal]

Have the best time!

[@alantaub1760]

Thanks!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thank you!!

[@sirarnie9837]

Thank you for this video. I was overwhelmed trying to figure out where to go and what to eat, but now I know exactly what places to hit up. I definitely will be duplicating this food tour for myself.

[@TouristtoLocal]

You are so welcome! Have the best time!

[@JamesPuente]

This was fun to watch! New Orleanian, born and raised, here. I’m traveling in a van around the western US currently and watching this makes me miss the tastes of home 😂 👏 so much good food in Nola!

[@TouristtoLocal]

That's awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@sachamo100]

Yes, I’m from New Orleans. If you like seafood, You need to try Shrimp Creole.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Yummmm thanks for the tip!

[@reharris904]

Where in New Orleans has the best Shrimp Creole?

[@michaellusk2856]

Lived in New Orleans for several years. Visit regularly...The Gumbo Shop (everything) and Drago's (chargrilled oysters) are some of the very best the city has to offer.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Sounds like we should have found some oysters from the comments we are getting! Good to know for next time!

[@tank8351]

Dragos nasty asf 😭

[@gls888]

Missed grilled oysters, BBQ shrimp, turtle soup. Baked Alaska is another fancy dessert presentation.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Baked Alaska is so good! Haven't had it in years though!

[@sufiju]

Stick to Banana's Foster. We dropped Baked Alaska for a reason.

[@BonVoyageCruiseTravel]

That PO'Boy sandwich is HUGE! Wow the food options are incredible. I do like red beans and jambalaya and rice. They do have some wonderful, unusual dishes in New Orleans. I need to go back!

[@TouristtoLocal]

The shrimp in that Po Boy was insane! Thanks for watching!

[@sufiju]

Forgive me for correcting you. As a local, it's called a Poor Boy. There's a reason.

[@Ronv1976]

Awesome getting ready for Nola!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Have the best time!

[@awesomesauce-zq5ln]

Im born and Raised in South Louisiana Neworleans Area when u come back come back during spring season during crawfish season and Festive season u will definitely see and eat a lot more of our famous dishes

[@TouristtoLocal]

Our life goal is to be invited to a crawfish boil next time we come!!

[@cayenneman08]

Two "f's" in muffuletta but you guys found a true gem in going to Verti Marte. Ive eaten at 100 plus places in New Orleans now and Verti Marte is one of my "go-to's".

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for the correction! I'm glad we picked a place you approve :D

[@irenea7987]

Awesome Picks! Favorites are Acme, Mr. Bs, Commander Palace:) excited to try the gumbo shop and that banana foster

[@TouristtoLocal]

We are so glad you enjoyed our video, Irene A! Cheers!

[@VickySwindoll]

Acme is great, but there was many excellent restaurants!

[@lsdaigle6484]

Thanks for the video. I'm from New Orleans. Next time you come you should try Potatoes Souflee at Antoines, they also have a really good baked Alaska, crawfish bisque (during crawfish season), Turtle Soup Commanders Palace is famous for it or Palace Cafe. Anything at Brigstens especially the smoked crawfish or shrimp (which ever is in season) cornbread, their pecan pie with caramel sauce is fabulous. These are a few of my choices.

[@TouristtoLocal]

We totally regret not getting the baked alaska! It's super hard to find that dessert these days! And thanks for the other tips!! All those spots sound amazing.

[@joits]

A few years ago I went to Brennans to also try the Bananas Foster but as I was traveling solo, I didn't get to try it. Got another trip planned with friends so I'm going to make it a priority!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Dang, that's a shame! DEFINITELY try it next time!

[@keithwynkoop9588]

Great video! Those ARE great places to eat. Must do!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks!!

[@algernon5776]

You hit gold at the Gumbo Shop. I have been going them for over 40 years! Great choice. BTW I love the bread.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Yay, glad we did you proud!

[@juliomendoza9004]

Hey guys..got the late munchies with all that delicious food you showed. Awesome video.! 💯

[@TAPtonyalexisandpete]

Subscribed! Great video! We are heading to New Orleans in a week

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks so much! Have a fantastic trip.

[@garrettreed6166]

Love seeing this view of my hometown! Very few of my friends from out of town have left here without being in LOVE with the city. It is totally unique in so many ways!! 😁👍

[@TouristtoLocal]

So cool that you found out video! Thanks for watching!

[@bigeasyportapottyrentalnew2804]

thanks so much for this video!! I will definitely try them

[@TouristtoLocal]

You're so welcome!

[@Briansgate]

Dat Dog is awesome, Verti Marte is great. Coop's is on my list when I go back.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Coop's was DEFINITELY a great find! Glad you liked our other spots!

[@bballerforever]

Agree with all of your selections except for Cafe du Monde, I prefer Cafe Beignet much more. But for a first-timer I understand wanting to go to world famous Cafe du Monde. Opening with Dat Dog surprised me but I do like their special hot dogs!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Oooh thanks for the insider tip!

[@mikecruzado5775]

Omg I gotta get back there My vote hands down for the muffuletta is Central Market

[@TouristtoLocal]

Oooooh thanks for the tip!

[@Guaranteed4Greatness]

Dope video ! Thanks for the info

[@TouristtoLocal]

No problem!! Thanks for watching!

[@andyw6702]

I've been to New Orleans many times and have enjoyed many excellent restaurants in and outside of the quarter. A dish I highly recommend to friends visiting NOLA is the BBQ shrimp po' boy. The best in town is either at the Bourbon House, on Bourbon Street or Pascal's Manale on Napoleon Avenue in Uptown. The BBQ shrimp appetizer at Mr. B's in the quarter is very good as well. I live in Houston, Texas, 4th largest city in the US with many transplants from NOLA and South Louisiana and there is no place I've found with BBQ shrimp that holds a candle to what's available in New Orleans

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks so much for these recommendations!!!

[@caliscribe2120]

I lived in New Orleans for just over 5 years in the late 1980s to early 90s, and I try to visit at least once a year since. My top tip to tourists is try to get out of the French Quarter for at least half of of your time in NOLA. I would reccomend Mid-City/Bayou St. John/City Park area because that's where I lived and loved it. It has made a wonderful comeback since the floods of Katrina.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Great tip! Thanks so much for watching!

[@satanlaffing]

@@TouristtoLocal also, stroll thru uptown/garden district. You can check out the mansions & walk down Magazine St. & check Out The Funky Shops & bars/eateries.

[@MegaJune08]

Can’t believe this ! My son took me to Dat Dog and I fell in love with them !

[@TouristtoLocal]

Omg! That's amazing! So glad you got to go there!

[@mercedeswilkins9085]

Cafe du monde is a must when visiting New Orleans

[@TouristtoLocal]

We agree!

[@VickySwindoll]

Yes it is, but be prepared to stand in line for awhile 😁

[@sarahkittrell5066]

We are coming in to the big easy this weekend. All of my kids and great friends are meeting up for my 50th bday. I can’t wait.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Happy birthday!! That's amazing! Have the best time.

[@cameronheinz3659]

grilled oysters! you missed that and the hurricane. It was a fun vlog and you two are such a cute couple.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Awe thanks so much! Appreciate the tips!

[@sufiju]

Agree,but that "hurricane" I'm assuming is the one from Pat O's. It makes you vomit

[@MinyCalapa]

Heck yes! So glad you started at my Frenchmen Street favorite - DAT DOG! They have a location on Magazine Street and another on Freret - both Uptown, as well. I've been to all three many times - all are phenomenal. So many divine dishes to nosh on - NOLA is best for food and fun for the whole family, even at Mardi Gras! I always say of all the places I've lived and traveled to, NOLA tops them ALL. Cheers & laissez les bon temps rouler! 💜💚💛

[@TouristtoLocal]

Oh awesome! I'm glad we went to Dat Dog. It was such a unique spot! Glad you enjoyed!

[@MinyCalapa]

@@TouristtoLocal That's great! Was it your first time in NOLA? I lived there 2014-2017 before moving overseas. Returned in 2019 for Mardi Gras... twice! Cheers 🙂

[@anse2778]

Loved the video, very informative and helpful ! Thank you. Will one day travel there one day :)

[@TouristtoLocal]

Glad it was helpful!

[@StephTheCoolKid]

Amazing food vlog guys!!!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Bolek979]

The number one thing to try in New Orleans is turtle soup, one of the few places in the world where you can try this soup ( Commander's Palace, Restaurant R'evolution, Arnaud's). The next thing is Creole flambéed dessert coffee- Cafe Brulot Diabolique( Antoine's, Galatoire's , Arnaud's. Also the famous Cajun Boudin sausage ( Cochon, Cochon Butcher). Stuffed Quail and bread pudding ( Commander's Palace, Restaurant Revolution's).

[@TouristtoLocal]

So many good places! Thanks so much for sharing this with us!

[@Donna_Nola]

You have to try crawfish etouffee. The best!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Yummmmm thanks for the tip!

[@vanessasay4071]

Thanks so much for this. Just saved us $200 doing an organised food tour. 😂

[@cajunalabamaman]

My mother and Grandfather cooked both Cajun and Creole versions of most things! I however prefer the Cajun form because to me the Tomatoes take from the foods!

[@lmcwill0502]

I adore creole and Cajun foods. I pig out when in LA , 😋 yummy

[@TouristtoLocal]

It's THE BEST!

[@saraaceves6642]

All looks delicious! We got to NOLA every year and love their food and service. I gotta checkout that banana foster, Yummers!

[@TouristtoLocal]

You should! Thanks for watching!

[@joshthibodeaux6770]

If ever in louisiana again. Gotta try boiled crawfish. But you will have to go to a home boil most restaurants use too much sodium and don't put in effort to make them the right way.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Adding "go to a home boil for crawfish" to our bucketlist for next time!

[@keedybaby9243]

🎉Nola native here! I approve this message. Next time you guys have to try more in city , not just French Quarter, it’s cheaper and you be surprised 😊you probably have 5 stars on everything instead of 4 but I’m glad u enjoyed.. Safe travels guys

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for the tip! We'd love some recommendations for where the locals approve outside the french quarters for next time!

[@keedybaby9243]

@@TouristtoLocal I will definitely get back to you on that because it’s so many and also you gotta try pralines candy! It’s called Bernard’s pralines

[@dajoremarks9137]

I'm headed there soon what are you recommending

[@keedybaby9243]

@@dajoremarks9137 hey 👋🏽 so it’s so many places to try, too much to choose from but of course People gonna say cafe’ du Monde but you gotta try Loretta’s Authentic Pralines, they not only sale praline candy but food / lunch on whole and beignets on different level. District Donuts but the serve food as well. Barrows Catfish, WillieMae’s .. it’s so many restaurants so many dishes. I hope you have a great experience and safe trip

[@keedybaby9243]

@@TouristtoLocal hi I responded to ☝️someone under your comment to me I hope u can check out & hope this some what helps . Maybe you can go to some or 1 of those places next time and enjoy your trip and always be safe.

[@edwardscott5412]

Cajun Mike's Pub is the Gumbo spot. Ask for the Gumbo of the day and get the catfish poboy

[@sufiju]

Really love how Juliana hesitated and gave much thought about alligator sausage. You both hit some great spots, but next time y'all visit, tell me please.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Hahahah it really stumped me!! We'll let you know next time we come!

[@sufiju]

@@TouristtoLocal I moved away (to Seattle) but being from N.O., I can offer recommendations for next time.

[@Evergreen...920]

This is really random but can you please tell me where you got those sunglasses, what type they are etc? Great video btw!

[@TouristtoLocal]

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[@jennelblog7831]

Thank you for this video.. verry interesting 🤔🤔

[@TouristtoLocal]

Glad you liked it!

[@mercedeswilkins9085]

Creole food and seafood is a must in New Orleans

[@TouristtoLocal]

Absolutely!

[@Anyone553]

Which month did you go to New Orleans?

[@TouristtoLocal]

This was in January!

[@clintspearow6447]

I live in new orleans, been goin to verte marte for about a decade now. If you havent tried the all that jazz po boy, you are missing out.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@noladr]

Pro tip, at Dat Dog when you choose a regular dat dog, ALL of the available toppings are free, as in, you can put everything on the toppings menu on it at no extra charge.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Good to know! Thanks for the insider tip!

[@virginiatolles1664]

I'm from Louisiana. You gave an excellent representation of regional food. Just don't expect me to eat alligator. LOL

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks so much! Glad to hear we did you proud!

[@johnmarlow1973]

I used to live in Louisiana for 12 years but the food is very different if you want a different experience I would recommend new Orleans

[@dajoremarks9137]

Where did yall get the red beans and rice

[@susanwhite2466]

Great video, the alligator bites are amazing. Not sure where you're from I'm in Texas and 50 isn't that cold.

[@TouristtoLocal]

We live in California and we are absolute babies about cold weather ;) Cheers!

[@misplacedcajun2325]

I have a daughter named Julianna and she is beautiful just like you, Juliana. Also, she loves when I take her to New Orleans!!

[@TouristtoLocal]

That is so incredibly sweet. Thanks!

[@josearias306]

Crawfish was a must😤

[@TouristtoLocal]

SOOOO GOOD!

[@bbaz6729]

Where can you get good fried alligator?

[@jacontre76]

Nice!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@perrycomeau2627]

j'aime les frites ♥

[@MichaelCrutcher]

Skip Café Du Monde. Café Beignet on Royal Street is the best.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for the tip! We passed by there and wondered how it would be!

[@screamqueen221]

What a hate crime. Cafe beignet is horrible!

[@sufiju]

Stop it Michael.

[@mizzpellergingersnaps5989]

Can't understand how you opted for chicken and sausage gumbo in New Orleans instead of seafood gumbo.

[@sufiju]

Because Ya Ya Gumbo (chicken & Andouille) gumbo is awesome. Don't worry, I'll make sure they get that seafood gumbo next time. With okra.

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[@clemwhite4254]

Try park side poyboys

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for the tip!

[@misplacedcajun2325]

Do you mean Parkway Bakery and Tavern? They have great Po Boys.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Have you tried any of these dishes before? Which one is your favorite, or if you haven't tried any, which would you want to try most?

[@BonVoyageCruiseTravel]

I have tried the beignets and etoufette. I also had some great hush puppies at Ralph and Cocoons. I don't know if that exists anymore! The Po'Boy looks delicious!

[@irenea7987]

Yes!! Love the beignets and always stop for po boy sandwiches!

[@megroy6396]

IDK that I would call Cafe du Monde a tourist trap...I grew up in the quarter and went there for breakfast all the time. Also, the bread you had your po boy on is NOT French Bread. French Bread is white, it almost looks like a baguette. And the best place to get them is Domileses, which is uptown. It's only locals. But, of course, you barely left the French Quarter. Which is a HUGE mistake most tourists make. Algiers is great, swamp tours are great, but you never saw St. Charles Avenue or Magazine street, nor did you ride a streetcar. Snoballs are out of season when you went, but Plum Street is a staple.

[@algernon5776]

Coops is legit

[@TouristtoLocal]

SO GOOD!!!

[@screamqueen221]

Poboys also have pickles. That’s what makes it a poboy.

[@TouristtoLocal]

True, forgot to mention that!

[@Galaxyngc7331]

I want to correct you. @ 7:00 you said Cajun versions of Jambalaya have roux. No they don't. We never put roux in it. Roux is for gumbo.

[@toddrouw6019]

COOP’S!!!!!

[@shelliej3503]

I miss the food and culture

[@Livemindfully247]

I wish someone makes a NOLA for Muslims video! With our halal food restrictions it’s hard to pick a eat out place.

[@TouristtoLocal]

I imagine that must be difficult to find info on. That may be an niche for someone to start making videos on!

[@jefftworzydlo8929]

That sandwich you called a poboy is not on New Orleans French bread. That's a plain white bread bun with sesame seeds. French bread never includes sesame seeds.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for the heads up!

[@algernon5776]

Why bother with a random market (sure it was good) and not visit where the Muffaletta was invented at Central Grocery Store on Decatur Street. I would also recommend Po'boys at Parkway Deli. It is the Good, Better, Best theory the ones recommended above are the Best.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for the tips! Always appreciated.

[@sufiju]

Curious, who do you think has a better muffalaltta other than Central Grocery?

[@algernon5776]

@@sufiju nobody that's my go to

[@sufiju]

@@algernon5776 yeah you rite. But Verdi Mart is probably my second favorite

[@sufiju]

I lived by Parkway, had a double shotgun. Best Poor Boys, without a doubt

[@marcjohnson5320]

Verdi Marte is the Honda Civic of Po'boy shops. VERY VERY reliable, but far from the best.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for watching! Any other recommendations for the best po'boy?

[@danielleslater2317]

My family and I are going out of town, and we chose New Orleans as our vacation destination! We've been going there since 2000!

[@TouristtoLocal]

That's amazing! It's a really unique city :)

[@georgejasper8794]

Mayo on a Po'boy? The proper dressing is sauce Piquant. You are missing the key flavor.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Oooooh good to know!

[@jennifergould2715]

Are there any vegetables in New Orleans? What do you eat if you’re vegan? The only vegetables I saw was some lettuce & tomato on the po-boy!

[@TouristtoLocal]

This is a GREAT question. Any New Orleans folks in the comments able to help?

[@sufiju]

New Orleans has numerous vegetarian options.Gumbo is a dish that Africans gave us, main ingredient being okra, no animal product needed. Several eggplant and artichoke dishes, thanks to our Sicilian influence, were minus meat, not to mention amazing pasta pesto and pasta agliolio with grated Grana Pradana cheese enjoyed with Gendusa's French bread.

[@mikeeno104]

I feel like I have been watching your videos long enough to say, what up with your hair. In the beginning of the video it looked so "fly away"... Ha ha... The two of you are normally so perfect looking... And of course another awesome video... Miss your international video's, but enjoy your local ones... How awesome to be the both of you...

[@TouristtoLocal]

Juliana here, and I can agree the hair is AWFUL. I cringed the whole time while editing. Wish I would have looked in a mirror first!

[@kennethfox1586]

You have a very lovely wife lucky man

[@AleiaSerenity]

Huge? That is a normal size for those two sandwiches

[@krisblunt6293]

If you guys ever wanna see an alligator grilled, hit me up.

[@davidlitrenta7517]

Call me when you've eaten gas station boudin. 😘

[@Sunshinelady82]

Gas station boudin let me write this down. Elaborate of possible

[@sufiju]

Boudin is Cajun blood sausage combined with rice.

[@screamqueen221]

Also you said verti matte so weird

[@sufiju]

They said, "VERTI MARTI" instead VERTI MART. Forgive them, I do. Anyway, kudos to this beautiful duo for doing the research that led them here.

[@tank8351]

It’s pronounced MUFF A LOT AH

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for the heads up!

[@sufiju]

It's pronounced POOR BOY....also

[@bigpoppa5732]

Get out of the Quarter and visit the surrounding area's.Eat where the locals go.Better food and cheaper.We don't play about our Food,if it's Great,we come back if not, Bye Felicia

[@TouristtoLocal]

Any recommendations?

[@sufiju]

@@TouristtoLocal That's why you need to let me know when y'all go back. Before becoming a school teacher, I worked in the hospitality/restaurant industry for 35 years

[@nicholasxavier5892]

Why is it that people open thier mouths and show teeth ?

[@sarojdahal7305]

cafe du man is famous and overrated place .. whatever food they sell its ok but not like everybody are explaining. thats total lie

[@TouristtoLocal]

Any other recommendations?

[@misplacedcajun2325]

Port of Call is a Great Coffee and Beignet shop too. It is located at the Corner of Esplanade and Dauphine. However, Cafe du Monde is very, very good too - although kinda touristy.

[@misplacedcajun2325]

Cafe du Monde is wonderful and has 160 years of experience.

[@sufiju]

@@TouristtoLocal You did good. For beignets and cafe au lait, Cafe du Monde is the one

[@Waitomo64]

Shit.... where do I start.... I've been around the world... I wasn't into Cajun or Creole food then. Even tho I can speak french and can possibly get the lingo. I am a Kiwi.. A Sydney trained Chef, I live in Oz. I want to map good food down here on the GC..(gold coast).. I want to put good New Orleans food on the MAP here.. If you are interested pm me. Or else as we say down under... bugger off! I see the need for it and the amont of Tourists is unreal...