Places atozenith Wants to Go

Chef Lisa Nelson serves up sensational doubles, jerk chicken, and other Trinidadian staples.

Both the cocktails and the dive bar vibes are immaculate at this Mid-City watering hole.

Since 1929, this institution has been serving one of the most celebrated po’ boys in New Orleans.

In 1810, free people of color made up more of New Orleans's population than any other Southern city.

"If she'd leave us alone, we would have a happy home, sent from down below."

The last surviving bastion of the Baquet restaurant empire serves up superb soul food.

Feast on twice-cooked goat with plantains and other Haitian street food dishes.

The oldest cemetery in New Orleans, resting peacefully for over 200 years now.

Fully ignoring any conventions of fine dining, chef Peter Vazquez turns out some of the best meals in the city in takeaway containers.

Dine on Isan-style specialties lovingly rendered in all their fiery, umami-loaded glory.

An art gallery/gift shop that feels like Tim Burton, Pee Wee Herman, and Jim Henson combined!

The restaurant keeps a hidden séance room on the second floor and reserves a table for the spirit of the former owner each night.

This cathedral dedicated to Louis IX, sainted King of France, holds many secrets.

Rise early for Kaitlin Guerin’s coveted sweet and savory pastries.

This float factory takes the mask off of Mardi Gras and lets visitors see where the magic happens.

This unique shop is full of memento mori art, antique medical equipment, secret society paraphernalia, and historical relics.

Come for the 14-foot-long taxidermy alligator. Stay for the mini costumed gators shooting pool.

This Garden District mansion was built to be bigger and grander than its original owner's former partner turned rival.

First opened in 1939, this legendary performance venue was a haven for Black musicians including Ray Charles and Little Richard.

Southern comfort food is on the menu at this neighborhood favorite.

Serving Central Asian breads that range from cracker-crisp to warm and fluffy, this bakery brings Bukhara to Queens.

"Leave a He-Man, Take a Transformer" and share a story about your real-life superhero.

Offbeat arts organization that hosts exhibitions, events, and explorations.

This museum dedicated to the history of the medical bone trade and human osteology.