Since 1994 the Essence festival has been held in New Orleans with the exception of 2006 after Hurricane Katrina. People walk around in the sauna like heat mostly to enjoy the festivities around town. Outfits ready? Check! Hair done? Check! Tickets ready? Check! Essence iteniary ready? Check! All that running around and you forgot to stop and eat. All the places recommended to you have an hour or longer wait and you don't have time. Check these spots out off the beaten path and ditch the crowds.
Pra_Lees
https://www.instagram.com/pra_lees/
3600 St Bernard Abe
Stimulating overload, this unassuming take-out joint is a foodie heaven. I have to visit at least once a month. Although you'll have to follow their instagram to see everything not listed on the menu this place is legit! Everything from fried or grilled salmon, ro mein (their version of lo mein) and crab rice. Then on top of that their pineapple lemonade....how about that praline cupcake and brownie. You get my drift. GEAUX!
Sweet Soulfood-Nola Vegan Cuisine
http://sweetsoulfood.net/
1016 N Broad St.
Where else can you get vegan gumbo, jambalaya, and chicken fried cauliflower. On top of that some bomb vegan ice cream! Carmo and Seed restaurant are other honorable vegan mentions.
Heard Dat Kitchen
https://www.instagram.com/_hearddat_/
2520 Felicity St.
I was skeptical about portions that seemed small but proven wrong by the second sip of the house drink (Dat Shyt). I couldn't breathe I was pretty full and even though I was that full I wanted to eat some more. My favorite is the Bourbon Street Love, that chicken is fried so friggin perfect on top of some bomb crawfish mac..oh my gah!
Mr. Everything Cafe
http://www.mreverythingcafe.com/menu.html
400 S Broad St.
A self-explanatory name that doesn't fall short. specializing in wraps subs and burgers. Serving everything from lean lamb burgers to salmon patties, everything is good. Everything is made fresh to order so any wait will be likely due to the cooking time.
Hook's Seafood
https://hookscatchingandfrying.business.site/
2100 St Bernard Ave
I really can't explain my love affair with this place. I'll just say, a whole fried snapper in this damn seasoned batter! That mixture has to be top secret and you just have to go experience that food.
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