Best Dinner Places to Eat in Lake Pontchartrain

We've collected top 10 mentioned dinner places in Lake Pontchartrain from other articles such as Our Wander-Filled Life, ubereats.com, Marriott International.

Best Dinner Places to Eat in Lake Pontchartrain

Commander's Palace
Commander's Palace
4.6 (4825 ratings)
Notable spot for refined Creole fare & an elegant jazz brunch in a chandelier-hung space since 1880.
1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBarBrunch restaurantCreole restaurantFine dining restaurantSeafood restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Mentioned by Time Out New Orleans
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"The crown jewel of the Brennan empire, this landmark Garden District restaurant has been a beacon of fine dining since 1880. There’s no resting on laurels here, though: Paul Prudhomme, Emeril Lagasse, Jaime Shannon and now Tory McPhail have nurtured the Creole menu while making their own marks. The iconic Victorian mansion is the perfect setting for an intimate meal, large celebration or relaxed 25-cent martini lunch."
Mentioned by whereyat.com
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"GQ's Golden Dish Award for Eggs Sardou, Commander’s Palace’s legacy speaks for itself. Located in the Garden District, Commander’s Palace is thought to be the original spot for a jazz brunch and patio dining. For contemporary Louisiana food and alfresco dining, look no further than Commander’s Palace."
Mentioned by New Orleans 3 days itinerary
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"If you’re looking for a place to have an upscale NOLA lunch, the famous Commander’s Palace is just across from Lafayette Cemetery 1 on Washington Avenue. It’s been named one of the best places to eat in the south!"
Brennan's
Brennan's
4.6 (3273 ratings)
Fine-dining landmark famed for Creole cuisine, posh breakfasts and bananas Foster for dessert.
417 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
RestaurantCreole restaurantNew American restaurant
Mentioned by Time Out New Orleans
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"This steadfast, stately French Quarter eatery has been an integral part of the neighborhood's high-end restaurant scene since 1946, with a breakfast that rolls straight into the lunch hour and on to dinner. Dine in Brennan's fabulous courtyard to enjoy its perfect French Quarter setting, where chef Ryan Hacker offers a wide range of delightful Creole dishes. Favorites include the turtle soup, smoked scallops and garlic shrimp, and everyone has to have at least one bite of bananas Foster for dessert, the dish that was invented here, made tableside with a fiery show."
Mentioned by Time Out New Orleans
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"In recent years, this French Quarter stalwart underwent a change in ownership, a glamorous renovation and a chef replacement that has brought its shine back. Still an elegant, old-world fine dining experience with excellent service, the restaurant now offers a seasonally-inspired menu of classic Creole fare. Breakfast at Brennan’s is a must for both locals and tourists, and you can’t miss the Bananas Foster—invented here—that still gets flambéed tableside."
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"The name “Brennan” in New Orleans is synonymous with quality food, affordable prices, and legendary recipes, and this tradition is continuing with the eponymously named Brennan's, ..."
Galatoires
Galatoires
4.3 (1187 ratings)
Fine-dining century-old institution serving French-Creole fare in upscale space (jackets required).
209 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
RestaurantFine dining restaurantFrench restaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"French QuarterJean Galatoire founded this Bourbon St institution in 1905, and it continues to be one of the best places to eat (and to be seen) in New Orleans. This is the place to bust out your finest suit and enjoy some turtle soup au sherry, eggs Sardou, or baked oysters."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"In 1905, founder Jean Galatoire brought French recipes and traditions to New Orleans with his restaurant. Galatoire’s has continued thriving with the help of his descendants. The original culinary customs have been preserved because the restaurant believes in consistency."
GW Fins
GW Fins
4.8 (2323 ratings)
Creative, ever-shifting seafood menu featuring fresh catches in a stylish updated warehouse space.
808 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Seafood restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"GW Fins’s celebration of everything seasonal, fresh, and from the water is contagious, with chef Michael Nelson constantly churning out specials, and specialties, that convey the love and care brought to each dish. The white linen French Quarter restaurant adapted quickly during the pandemic, offering dishes that were takeout-appropriate as well as quarts of Nelson’s beloved sauces, soups, and sides; offering delivery for the first time ever; and selling fresh, uncooked seafood from its supplier. That dedication to its product — lobster, fish collars, sheepshead, sea bass, and more — and diners make GW Fins a standout."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"Head to GW Fins's, where entrées rotate daily based on the supply from local, sustainably-minded seafood suppliers. Expect both chilled and hot appetizers like tuna tartare and lobster dumplings as well as main dishes that range from local grouper to sea scallops, halibut, and black bass, all with pristine white tablecloths, impeccable service, and the backdrop of the Quarter as you dine."
Dat Dog
Dat Dog
4.5 (3052 ratings)
Colorful local counter-serve chain featuring hot dogs, veggie dogs & sausages, plus fries & shakes.
601 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Hot dog restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by America From The Road
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"Dat Dog has mastered the art of gourmet hot dogs growing from a small hot dog stand in 2011 to a critically acclaimed restaurant with four locations across New Orleans. They offer many creative hot dog experience’s but what you must try here is the Crawfish Etoufee Dog which is made with crawfish sausage, sour cream, onions, tomato’s and creole mustard. To be honest, there are a few other must eat’s at Dat Dog so let’s mention some of the other incredible options; The Guinness Special (Irish Guinness sausage, andouille sauce, onions, shredded cheddar cheese, bacon, yellow mustard), and the Rougarou (alligator sausage, grilled onions, creole mustard, tomato’s, jalapeno’s, BBQ sauce, and bacon)."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Dat Dog wants to put a smile on your face with its affordable Irish Guinness sausage, topped with andouille sauce, onions, shredded cheddar cheese, bacon, and yellow mustard. The artfully-crafted hot dogs, burgers, and chicken combine the soul of Louisiana with the sophistication of Europe. You can choose from over 30 available toppings at no extra charge and enjoy Dat Dog’s comfort food with a handcrafted beer or cocktail on the beautiful balcony or sun-splashed garden for a very low cost!"
Mentioned by startupfoodbiz.com
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"Fulfilling the childhood nostalgia of eating a yummy hotdog cooked right on the grill on a summer day is Dat Dog. In multiple locations scattered across New Orleans is hot dog (with a twist) heaven with every kind of hot dog imaginable: crawfish dogs, alligator dogs, Slovenian dogs, plus over 30 different toppings. For the non-meat eaters, Dat Dog also has vegetarian and vegan options (chipotle dog, eggplant dog, vegan sausage dog)."
The Velvet Cactus
The Velvet Cactus
4.4 (1526 ratings)
Local chain serving Mexican-inspired dishes & cocktails in a funky, art-filled space.
6300 Argonne Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124, USA
Mexican restaurantBarBar & grillBrunch restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by startupfoodbiz.com
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"This unique New Orleans-infused Mexican food is a rarity among the New Orleans food community. Velvet Cactus is known for refreshing summer dishes, including a delectable watermelon salad perfect for a hot New Orleans day, along with delicious and shareable appetizers and larger entrée dishes. As if the food is not significant enough to peak your interest, the drinks certainly will."
Mentioned by whereyat.com
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"Velvet Cactus provides a taste of Texas in the heart of New Orleans. With its Mexican-inspired art in neon hues and various outdoor tables, this restaurant and bar steps ahead as one of the most distinct Mexican spots of the city. Under good weather conditions, people can enjoy a margarita in the moonlight at their front patio."
City Donuts & Café
City Donuts & Café
4 (662 ratings)
3301 S Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125, USA
Donut shopRestaurant
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
4.7 (416 ratings)
400 Lafayette St #101, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Japanese restaurantBarBarbecue restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Trip101
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"If you haven't tried our grill tables and authentic Japanese cuisine, now is the time: bit.ly/gkreservation #GyuKakuMiami. In Japanese, Gyu-Kaku means, “Horn of the Bull.” In New Orleans, it is one of the leading Japanese restaurants providing authentic Japanese yakiniku experience to all kinds of diners. Visiting this restaurant will give you a chance to enjoy premium cooked meats that are grilled in flaming charcoal grills right in front of your eyes."
Mentioned by New Orleans & Company
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"Gyu-Kaku will make a chef out of you by the end of your visit. This unconventional eatery allows guests to cook their meal themselves. Have fun creating Japanese + Korean BBQ classics like spicy pork, kalbi short ribs, harami skirt steak miso and much more."
Creole House Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Creole House Restaurant & Oyster Bar
4.3 (4230 ratings)
Chill seafood bar/eatery in a historic building serving familiar Cajun & Creole dishes & sandwiches.
509 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Creole restaurantBreakfast restaurantCajun restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"This bright and cheery coffee shop/bakery serves bagels, egg-stuffed croissants, donuts, crumb cake, scones, brownies, and blondies. All the breakfast and lunch sandwiches are served on house-baked bread, biscuits, or bagels, and there’s always a huge array of chocolate confections on display. Hopefully your eyes aren’t bigger than your stomach."
Smashburger
Smashburger
4.2 (195 ratings)
Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.
3301 Veterans Blvd Suite 79A, Metairie, LA 70002, USA
Hamburger restaurantAmerican restaurantChicken restaurantFast food restaurantIce cream shopLunch restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant

Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Lake Pontchartrain

Audubon Park
Audubon Park
4.7 (6098 ratings)4.5 (1567 ratings)
Park with oak trees, jogging & bike paths, a lagoon, picnic shelters, tennis courts & playgrounds.
6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"The refined Uptown park around Audubon Zoo is a bit older, having been landscaped in the 1880s on what used to be a plantation and staging area for Buffalo Soldiers in the Civil War. If you’re mesmerised by New Orleans’ twisting live oaks you’ll love Audubon Park, which has trees that go back to its plantation days. Before this space could be laid out by the eminent John Charles Olmsted, it hosted the World Cotton Centennial of 1884, a world’s fair."
Mentioned by Blake Hotel New Orleans
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"This spectacular oasis in the middle of NOLA’s uptown area features multiple picnic spots, playgrounds, a jogging trail, riding stables, a golf course, and more. It stretches from St. Charles Avenue (making it an easy trip on the streetcar) to Magazine Street, and right across Magazine, you’ll find the impressive Audubon Zoo."
Woldenberg Park
Woldenberg Park
4.5 (3756 ratings)4 (227 ratings)
Riverfront park with 16 acres of green space, jogging paths & Mississippi river views.
1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
ParkNature & ParksCity parkLive music venueJogging Paths & Tracks
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"Arcing around the east bank of the Mississippi opposite Algiers Point is a riverside park laid out in the 1980s and 90s on the site of former wharves and warehouses. Woldenberg Park fronts the French Quarter and is bordered to the south by the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and the Entergy Giant Screen Theater. During the French Quarter Festival in early April the main stages are put up in Woldenberg Park."
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"Louisiana is a state that is famous for its waterways and bayous, and New Orleans is no exception to the rule. Fronting the French Quarter is one of the best riverside parks in the city – Woldenberg Park. Originally the location of warehouses and wharves on the east bank of the Mississippi, the site was retooled in the 1980s and 1990s into a park."
Mentioned by Bienville House Hotel
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"For a day of exploring in the French Quarter, Woldenberg Park is an essential stop. Located right where the Quarter meets the mighty Mississippi, the park begins at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and runs along the water to St. Philip Street. Picnic spots, gazebos, and waterfront benches provide some of the city’s best views of the river."
Lake Pontchartrain
Lake Pontchartrain
4.6 (595 ratings)4 (281 ratings)
Massive estuary, the 2nd-largest inland saltwater body in the US, ringed with parks.
Louisiana, USA
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water

Best Dessert in Lake Pontchartrain

Gerald's Donuts
Gerald's Donuts
4.2 (817 ratings)
No-frills pit stop with a drive-thru dishing up donuts, breakfast eats & burgers 24 hours a day.
6901 St Claude Ave, Arabi, LA 70032, USA
Donut shopBreakfast restaurantDessert shopRestaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Even if you’re not planning a trip out to the Chalmette Battlefield for a morning of history, you’d do yourself a service by planning a stop on the way for a morning pick-me-up at Gerald’s, an old-school bakery that sells new school donuts. Their melt-in-your-mouth sweet dough is the perfect base for giant apple fritters, classic glazed donuts, cinnamon twists, and even more fanciful options like the ones that come covered in M&Ms."
Mentioned by Wheretraveler
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"Hot, fresh donuts are served 24 hours a day at Gerald's Donuts. The family-owned and operated establishments (three locations in total) also make king cakes all year round, not just during Mardi Gras. Classic cake donuts come in flavors like powdered lemon, blueberry, maple, and strawberry cream."
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"With two locations in St. Bernard Parish — in Arabi and in Chalmette — there's no excuse for not stopping by for a doughnut when out in da’ Parish. Do it any time: Gerald’s is open 24 hours and have a drive-thru window. (The burgers are great, too.)"
Honey Whip Donuts
Honey Whip Donuts
4.7 (31 ratings)
4801 General Meyer Ave # B, New Orleans, LA 70131, USA
Donut shopDessert shop
Shake Therapy
Shake Therapy
4.2 (99 ratings)
624 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118, USA
Dessert shop
Mentioned by Loews Hotel
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"On my first visit to Shake Therapy, it was comically but aptly described to me as “Subway — but for milkshakes”. This quaint little dessert shop creates detailed works of ice cream art while offering the addition of nearly every sweet and sugarcoated topping known to man. Can’t make up your mind?"
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"Shake Therapy makes custom shakes so you can add as many toppings as your heart desires (and as your stomach will take). Cookies, Fruit :oops, Pop-Tarts, mini pies, donuts, sprinkles, chocolate drizzles, gummy bears, cereal, popcorn balls, Nutella...the list is endless."

Best Bath Houses in Lake Pontchartrain

Serenity Day Spa and Gifts
Serenity Day Spa and Gifts
4.9 (16 ratings)
110 Metairie Heights Ave, Metairie, LA 70001, USA
Day spaHair salonMassage spaNail salonSkin care clinicWaxing hair removal service
Mentioned by America Top 10
Spas
"Enter Serenity Spa and discover an environment that will renew, rejuvenate and replenish your body, mind and spirit. For an hour or an entire day, their full-service spa is the perfect setting for you to be thoroughly pampered. Indulge in a spa treatment to relieve your stress and worries."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"Marriot hotel at 614 Canal Street, where Chartres Street meets Canal. So, it's at the edge of the French Quarter and easy to get to. Serenity Spa offers a full menu of services, including facials, massages, nail services, waxing, and makeup applications."
The Gallery Salon & Spa
The Gallery Salon & Spa
4.8 (196 ratings)
6312 Argonne Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124, USA
Day spaBeauty salonHair salonMassage spaNail salon
Mentioned by America Top 10
Spas
"Pamper your mind, body, and spirit at their day spa and hair salon in Lakeview. At My Spa By The Park, they offer the very best in personal care and comfort. Their professionals are committed to providing you with the highest quality salon and spa service."
Nola Man Spa
Nola Man Spa
4.7 (39 ratings)
2509 Bayou Rd, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Day spa
Mentioned by lyft.com
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"The idea for business came upon an observation while having a pedicure at a local shop. On occasion, I would see a male come in to have a pedicure or a manicure and they appeared to be somewhat ill at ease in an all female setting..."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Lake Pontchartrain

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Quality Inn New Orleans I-10 East
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Holiday Inn Express New Orleans East, an IHG Hotel
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$195 /night
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