Sometimes you just want to eat something delicious, plain and simple. In New Orleans, this isn’t too hard. Here are some of the most unassuming restaurants that you will ever come across in the city. We think you will love them!

1) Pho Tau Bay, 1565 Tulane Ave.
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Now finally reopened in downtown New Orleans, Pho Tau Bay serves no nonsense vietnamese that is truly delicious.
2) Cavan, 3607 Magazine St., New Orleans
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The relaxed atmosphere of this restaurant does not reveal how truly high brow the cuisine is, continually serving up some of the most creative food in New Orleans.
3) Verti Marte, 1201 Royal St., New Orleans
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You could easily pass by this sandwich shop in the corner---but you would come to regret it, since they serve some of the absolute best po-boys and sandwiches anywhere.
4) The Joint, 701 Mazant St., New Orleans
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The legendary BBQ at the Joint is one of the most popular stops in all of the Bywater, but the friendly and relaxed waitstaff would never reveal it.
5) Louisiana Bistro, 337 Dauphine St.
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When you want upscale dining without all of the fussiness, visit this bistro, offering Louisiana classic cuisine.

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6) Red’s Chinese, 3048 St. Claude Ave.
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This modern take on a chinese restaurant on St. Claude Ave is easy to miss, but once you venture inside you'll fall in love with their creative dishes and strong flavors.
7) Neyow’s Creole Café, 3340 Bienville St.
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You'll feel right at home with the variety and deliciousness of this creole institution.
8) Coco Hut Carribean Restaurant, 2515 Bayou Rd.
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You'll get a blast of the Carribean visiting this restaurant which offers awesome and tasty flavors in a relaxed atmosphere.
9) Ma Momma’s House CCW, #A-3, 5741 Crowder Blvd, New Orleans, LA
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You'll feel like you are eating with some of your family members after visiting this delicious restaurant, which offers awesome Southern home cooking favorites.
10) Angeline, 1032 Chartres St., New Orleans
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When you want delicious classic dishes done right, you should visit this French Quarter gem.

Have you been to any of these unassuming restaurants in New Orleans? Do you have a favorite from this list or a favorite dish? Let us know in the comments below! We love to hear your feedback.

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