Best French Bakery in Gretna

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Best French Bakery in Gretna

Café Du Monde Riverwalk
Café Du Monde Riverwalk
4.3 (1698 ratings)
1986 spin-off of the historic 1862 French Quarter original known for cafe au lait & beignets.
500 Port of New Orleans Pl #27, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Coffee shopCoffee store
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"There are a ton of places to get beignets, but in my opinion Cafe du Monde is the best. Although there are usually long lines, it's completely worth the wait. Be prepared to have sticky hands and powdered sugar all over your face."
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
4.7 (3562 ratings)
Longtime (since 1911) neighborhood hangout with a patio known for classic-style po' boys.
538 Hagan Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
BakeryBarRestaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by Time Out New Orleans
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"This Mid-City po'boy purveyor has been a favorite for decades, featuring affordable drinks and some of the best po'boys around town. Proudly local and full of characters, the eatery was made extra-famous by a visit from then President Obama, and has been featured on a variety of TV shows. While waiting for your sandwich, peruse the memorabilia and pictures that adorn the walls."
Mentioned by Time Out New Orleans
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"This family-owned, casual neighborhood joint is a top choice for classic, overstuffed po-boys. It has grown in popularity but the friendly staff still takes care of the locals, welcoming tourists like they’re family as well. Shrimps are fried to perfection, roast beef is sufficiently messy and the Barq's (and beer) is served icy cold."
Mentioned by Oprah Daily
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"Parkway has been around for over a century, since 1911 to be exact. Legend has it that the name poor boy, also referred to as po’ boy, comes from the Great Depression era when a sandwich was created to be given free of charge to transit strikers. Folks have been clamoring for Parkway’s poor boys ever since."
Willa Jean
Willa Jean
4.5 (2652 ratings)
Retro-chic café operation offering Southern menus, baked goods, coffee, tea & cocktails.
611 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
Southern restaurant (US)BakeryBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopRestaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"The brainchild of Besh Restaurant Group pastry chef Kelly Fields and baker Lisa White, this bakery serves a variety of loaves of bread, sweet and savory pastries, and treats like salted chocolate chip cookies and Rice Krispie bars. Willa Jean also offers a full sit-down menu for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, but the front case of goodies is a sight to behold."
Mentioned by hoodline.com
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"Central Business District's Willa Jean, located at 611 O'Keefe Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the bakery, breakfast and brunch and Southern spot 4.5 stars out of 1,353 reviews."
Cafe Amelie
Cafe Amelie
4.5 (1143 ratings)
Romantic spot for elegant contemporary Louisiana fare, plus a lush courtyard with a fountain.
912 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
CafeRestaurant
Mentioned by TRIP.COM
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"Café Amelia is one of the New Orleans food places famous for their food and the location they are in. The restaurant is located on the Royal Street of the French Quarter in the historic Princess of Monaco Courtyard and Carriage House. The Princess of Monaco Courtyard is more than 150 years old."
Mentioned by Travelmax
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"Another wonderful French Quarter fave, Cafe Amelie is perfect for a romantic dinner or laid-back brunch. The central courtyard is filled with greenery and the menu never fails to impress. Its patio heaters also make it a wonderful option for a cozy winter date night!"
Breads On Oak
Breads On Oak
4.6 (43 ratings)
222 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Vegan restaurantBakeryCafe
Cafe NOMA
Cafe NOMA
4.6 (65 ratings)
Modern cafe at the Museum of Art offering elevated Louisiana-accented small plates & garden views.
1 Collins Diboll Cir, New Orleans, LA 70124, USA
CafePastry shopRestaurant
Mentioned by the Guardian
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"The quintessential museum of Louisiana, the permanent collection includes nearly 40,000 world-class works of regional, national and international art, such as Picasso, Braque, Dufy and Miró, and drawings by Degas, who worked just blocks from the museum when he visited maternal relatives in the early 1870s. Lectures, book clubs, film presentations, art classes and musical performances are all presented with aplomb – and you can even take yoga classes in the sublimely beautiful Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, where works of the 20th century's master sculptors reside in a sub-tropical sanctuary. 1 Collins C Diboll Circle, noma.org."
The Commissary - Market + Eatery
The Commissary - Market + Eatery
4.6 (21 ratings)
634 Orange St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Fresh food marketCoffee shopRestaurant
Mentioned by Dickie Brennan & Company - 4 Generations of Culinary Excellence
Restaurants
Haydel's Bake Shop
Haydel's Bake Shop
4.6 (59 ratings)
3117 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Bakery
Sunset Slush NOLA
Sunset Slush NOLA
4 (3 ratings)
1832 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Dessert shop
Fourth Wall Coffee
Fourth Wall Coffee
4.9 (34 ratings)
614 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Coffee shopBar

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

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve French Quarter Visitor Center
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve French Quarter Visitor Center
4.6 (280 ratings)4.5 (902 ratings)
Center run by the National Park Service, with history exhibits, a gift shop & guided walking tours.
419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Visitor centerNature & ParksNational ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"Protecting six different locations in and around NOLA, the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve adds up to 22,421 acres, encompassing bayou, prairie, swamp and the site of the Battle of New Orleans (1815) at Chalmette Battlefield and National Cemetery. The park also looks after the French Quarter Visitor Center, which maps the history of New Orleans and the many cultures of the Mississippi Delta in Louisiana, going into language, music, livelihoods and architecture. A little way south of New Orleans in Marrero is the expansive Barataria Preserve, where marsh, swamps and hardwood forest are crawling with gators, snakes and turtles."
Mentioned by stem-works.com
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"Named after a famous pirate and privateer who helped defend New Orleans from the British in 1815, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park offers a sight to behold. See the treasures that the park hides as you stroll along the Bayou and learn about Cajun Culture. Find out the different science behind the hundreds of plants and animals that reside there!"
Mentioned by Curbed New Orleans
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"This swampy nature preserve is only a half-hour drive from downtown New Orleans, but its cypress trees, turtles, wildflowers, alligators, and 200-plus species of birds make it feel light years away. Explore the boardwalks on your own, or have kids earn a badge with the park’s Junior Ranger program. View this post on Instagram"
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 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."
Mentioned by Hospitality of New Orleans
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"For example, at the Woldenberg Riverfront Park is a 16-acre park in front of downtown near everything. Woldenberg Riverfront Park is a wonderful place to go jogging or picnic. You’ll find people playing their music in the park."
City Park
City Park
4.7 (12606 ratings)4.5 (3929 ratings)
This expansive urban greenspace with a lake & paths features a dog run, museums, disc golf & more.
1 Palm Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124, USA
ParkNature & ParksCity park
Mentioned by Blake Hotel New Orleans
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"This sprawling 1,300-acre masterpiece is one of the largest urban parks in the country, with a history reaching back over 170 years. Featuring an assortment of green spaces, massive oak trees, lagoons, and more, you’ll find a variety of atmospheres for your picnic. There are also numerous attractions within the park, including sculpture gardens, an amusement park, botanical gardens, bike trails, surrey and boat rentals, and the New Orleans Museum of Art, just to name a few."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"Founded in 1854, this 1,300-acre expanse of moss-draped oaks and 11 miles of gentle lagoons is just 2 miles from the French Quarter,…"

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Gretna Area

Pitot House
Pitot House
4.4 (60 ratings)4 (18 ratings)
West Indies-style plantation home built in 1799 & occupied by first city mayor, now open for tours.
1440 Moss St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksEvent venueHistorical landmarkWedding venueHistoric Sites
Musical Legends Park
Musical Legends Park
4.6 (2440 ratings)4.5 (957 ratings)
Statues of jazz legends decorate this cozy park hosting live local bands daily.
311 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksCafeJazz clubLive music venuePoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"Bourbon Street is a little overdone as a New Orleans tourist go-to, but some must-see gems that are worth visiting remain. One of them is the Musical Legends Park, which is a small park showcasing the musical and cultural background of New Orleans, Louisiana, teeming with a rich heritage. Throughout the park, there are life-sized, intricately made statues in bronze of many famous local musicians."
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
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"One of the most popular spaces for public gatherings along Bourbon Street that doesn't involve the usual tourist schlock and frozen hurricanes. Free jazz sets are performed every day from 10 a.m. till close, and families congregate here to enjoy them."
Mentioned by Hospitality of New Orleans
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"If you want a place that is surrounded by musical history, then the Musical Legends Park should be on your list. Sit and sip on a drink and eat some beignets while you listen to live music. Artists display their artwork around the park."
Antieau Gallery
Antieau Gallery
4.8 (34 ratings)4.5 (7 ratings)
927 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Art gallerySights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Fun In New Orleans
Art Galleries
"Internationally renowned artist, Chris Roberts-Antieau offers up her whimsical and bizarre world of fabric appliqué in her galleries in Nola and Santa Fe!"

Top Best French Restaurants in Gretna

Tableau
Tableau
4.5 (1646 ratings)
Classic French-Creole cooking served in an elegant 3-story townhouse with an open kitchen & balcony.
616 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Creole restaurantFrench restaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"French QuarterIt might be the youngest classic on this list, having recently opened its doors adjacent to the famous Le Petit Theater, but Tableau has quickly become one of the city’s new classics. If you like al fresco dining, it also has one of the best balcony spots in the city, with a perfect view of Jackson Square. As for the food, expect new, refined takes on Grand Dame dishes like oysters en brochette, crabmeat Ravigote, shrimp remoulade, and one of the best crème brûlées in town."
Mentioned by Dickie Brennan & Company - 4 Generations of Culinary Excellence
Restaurants
"Tableau, Dickie Brennan’s latest production, opened in the spring of 2013. Located on Jackson Square attached to the historic Le Petit Theatre; Tableau is in the heart of the French Quarter. Tableau showcases regional ingredients and classic Creole dishes revisited."
Orleans Grapevine Wine Bar & Bistro
Orleans Grapevine Wine Bar & Bistro
4.6 (644 ratings)
Intimate bar serves French cuisine & wine by the glass, bottle or flight, plus courtyard seating.
720 Orleans St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Fine dining restaurantAmerican restaurantBistroCajun restaurantCreole restaurantFrench restaurantRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by whereyat.com
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"Whether you’re in for a date night or out with some friends, the Orleans Grapevine is a French Quarter hot spot for an amazing bar experience. With over 300 wines by the bottle and 65 wines by the glass, each visit is sure to be different from the last. Stop by for their delicious Surf ‘n’ Turf or their Bacon Happy Hour for free bacon."
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Orleans Grapevine is a French Quarter Wine Bar & Bistro with a casual fine dining component as well. Start with the wine, which can be ordered by the glass or bottle. Come in between 4-6 pm to try a "Wine Flight", a three wine sampling to expand your horizons."
Patois
Patois
4.7 (173 ratings)
Airy, upscale spot serving locally sourced French & New American fare by lauded chef Aaron Burgau.
6078 Laurel St, New Orleans, LA 70118, USA
French restaurant
Mentioned by GoNOLA.com
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"This Uptown restaurant dishes out French cuisine with a local spin. Gulf fish almandine, rabbit cannelloni with mushroom béchamel, and did I mention the deviled crab dip with crab butter?. Quit stalling, and make a reservation now."

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