Louisiana

Clancy’s (update), New Orleans, 12/19/24

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building – 6100 Annunciation St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Clancy’s is another favorite of ours and so has appeared many times on this website, the last time about a year ago.  The menu is much smaller at lunch but we got to sit in the front room which is brighter and more festive during the holidays.  Reservations are a must as the place was packed by the time we finished.  The ambiance is another old school place with tuxedoed servers and white cloth-covered tables.  It’s outside the quarter and popular with locals and tourists.  Again here you have your favorites but there were subtle changes to the salad.  This is a first-rate staff that doesn’t rush you and is willing to bring items out individually for you to share.  We’ve found that’s a good way to try more things.  This is definitely a place that should be on your list to visit. Continue reading →

Jewel of the South, New Orleans, 12/18/24

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exterior – 1026 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Jewel of the South is a reimagined bar concept in an old house.  A regularly changing menu accompanies an innovative cocktail program.  They serve dinner Wed to Mon and lunch on Fri and Sat.  Seating is on 2 levels with a bar and patio options on the first floor and a party room on the second level.  The ceilings were high, music was in the background, windows to the street added to the lowered lighting, some carpets were on the floor to help with noise, exposed brick and wallpaper are on the walls and there is bench seating matched with small unclothed tables.  Service was very friendly and efficient.  Many come just to drink and chose foods from the regular menu but we were there in the holiday season and tried their Reveillon menu – 4 course tasting menu.  It was a nice dinner and I would recommend you give it a try.  (For another review check it out on Melhuang1972). Continue reading →