WAREHOUSE DISTRICT. Exquisite creations, inspired by the regional cuisine, take front and center at this versatile dining room, located in the Riverfront Hotel. Among the kitchen's specialties is lobster bisque with tortellini and lemon confit; there's also seared scallops with smoked tomatoes and almonds with sauce hollandaise. After the meal, diners may indulge in a dessert cocktail, such as the espresso crème brulee tini, flavored with Absolut vanilla and butterscotch schnapps.

FRENCH QUARTER. Craving a light and healthy supper after a long day of sightseeing? Try Angeli on Decatur, located directly in the middle of the French Quarter. Their long hours, huge portions and reasonable prices have made them a local favorite. They make a fabulous thin crust pizza ­ try the Mystical, which is topped with roasted garlic, goat cheese, onions and sun-dried tomatoes. If you are too tired to leave your hotel room, take advantage of Angeli's local delivery service.

FRENCH QUARTER. Hungry for some real breakfast? Follow the locals to Betsy's, a tried and true pancake joint that opens at 5:30am on weekdays to accomodate early risers with steaming cups of coffee and homestyle dishes. The blueberry and buckwheat cakes come highly recommended, and there's a good lunch menu as well. Closed on Saturdays.

FRENCH QUARTER. Brennan's is a time-tested classic for French Creole cuisine and for "Breakfast at Brennan's," its elegant, gourmet take on morning fare. A New Orleans institution, the restaurant endears itself to locals and tourists alike. After you've dined on incredible seafood like blackened redfish or trout pecan, make sure you sample the truly sinful bananas Foster, their signature dessert! You'll treat yourself in one of 12 dining rooms inside a circa-1795 building or on the outdoor patio. A la carte and prix fixe menus are available.

FRENCH QUARTER. Whether it's a steaming cup of coffee or a delicious dessert you're after, Café au Lait can meet your needs. Breakfast is served all day and includes traditional favorites like eggs and ham; sandwiches are standard at lunchtime. After a sightseeing jaunt in the French Quarter, drop by for a scrumptious pastry, a warm mug of java or a quick lunch. Service is prompt, and the staff is cordial.