Top Best American Restaurants in Metairie

"Last on our list of the top 7 bars and restaurants in New Orleans: nestled in the Garden District, Commander’s Palace has been a New Orleans landmark since 1893, known for its award-winning food and its lively atmosphere. With some of the best Creole cuisine in New Orleans and whimsical Louisiana charm, Commander’s Palace is a quintessential New Orleans upscale dining experience. Not to mention they offer 25 cent martinis during lunch with a full entree (limit 3 per person)."

"Housed in a bright turquoise-colored Victorian mansion, this Garden District institution has been a fine dining destination for visitors and residents alike for decades. Come dressed—business attire is encouraged—for the 25-cent martini lunch (yes, really!) and stay for the sherry turtle soup and other house classics like the house Creole gumbo and wild Louisiana white shrimp curry. Save room for dessert: the Creole bread pudding soufflé is excellent."

"The James Beard Foundation recognizes this family-owned restaurant in Tremé as an “American Classic” for what locals have long known: Willie Mae’s serves America’s best fried chicken. Willie Mae Seaton began providing nourishment with soul for the neighborhood in 1957 and, today, her great-granddaughter Kerry Seaton continues the rich tradition. President Obama and Anthony Bourdian are fans, you will be too."

"Willie Mae’s Restaurant/Scotch House — St. Ann Street Incredibly famous (and Food Network featured) Willie Mae’s sits just a few minutes by Uber outside of the French Quarter, and is well-regarded as the place to get fried chicken in the Big Easy."

"Lauded family-owned spot since 1957, famous for fried chicken & other soul food in a humble setting. Open for lunchDress code: CasualPhone: +1 504-822-9503"

"Next up is District Donuts Sliders Brew, situated at 2209 Magazine St. With 4.5 stars out of 1,488 reviews on Yelp, the Garden District spot to score coffee and tea, doughnuts and burgers has proven to be a local favorite. Get ready for coconut mango, chocolate glazed and carrot cake doughnuts plus an assortment of savory fare like pork belly breakfast tacos, spicy smoked sausage kolaches and a croque madame with ham, havarti cheese, bechamel and a sunny-side up egg on a griddled doughnut."

"For some people, donuts are an inexpensive sweet treat but for us they’re a bit of an obsession. We always seek them out when we visit any American city in our ongoing quest to find the best donuts in America. These are our favorite donut shops in New Orleans:"

"Funfetti, strawberry cheesecake, piña colada, coconut cream, or dark chocolate orange donuts the size of your face. District Donuts is the best, enough said."

"Anyone available for good American meals at affordable prices can look no further than Sylvain’s in the French Quarter. This cozy restaurant provides a welcoming environment for brunch, lunch, or dinner. While the location and style gives off a casual vibe, the service makes sure to keep up its classy atmosphere, creating a presence unmatched by any other restaurant in the Quarter."

"This charming, dark, romantic spot in the French Quarter is known for exceptional food, from Sylvain’s Southern fried chicken sandwich to its version of shrimp and grits, a creamy dish of ambrosia that includes tomato-basil brodo, bacon, mushrooms and sweet caramelized onions. The beauty of this place lies in the unpredictable twists weaved throughout the menu — and it’s all good."

"Good service and friendly waiter, but the food really killed it for me. I ordered the rice and the chicken sandwich, the rice is much too salty but had g..."

"Cafe Atchafalaya features authentic Creole food, comforting service and locally seasoned live music. Touted as New Orleans' only "five A" restaurant, this funky neighborhood bistro emanates a distinct New Orleans vibe that attracts locals and tourists alike. The sauces, soups and shrimp and grits are offerings that attract weekly repeat customers."

"Another Uptown favorite New Orleans food place is the Atchafalaya restaurant. Located at the corner of a worn off path in the historical settings, this restaurant is in a former grocery store. The trip is worth going the distance for the delicious food and their killer Bloody Mary bar."

"If you are in search of the best breakfast and brunch places in New Orleans, this is the ultimate destination for foodies. It gets packed though, so you should definitely try to make a reservation ahead of time. If you enjoy grits, critics absolutely love the shrimp and grits here."

"Turnbull Drive, Metairie, (504) 455-7363; www.andysbistro.com. Blackened shrimp top a wood-fired flatbread with spinach, bacon and Havarti cheese. Reservations recommended."

"If your picnic plans bring you to fabulous City Park, this local cafe is an excellent place to grab some takeout. It’s only a hop, skip, and a jump away and offers various delicious sandwiches, paninis, po-boys, salads, and more. Plus, if you plan to bring your pup along with you to the park, there’s a pet-friendly patio where you can sit while you wait for your order."

"Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-5900; www.louisianapizzakitchenuptown.com. A Kitchen Sink pie is topped with pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms, Kalamata olives, red onions, bell peppers and mozzarella cheese."

"5039 Freret St., (504) 875-4447; www.libertycheesesteaks.com. An Original Philadelphia-style cheese steak is filled with chopped New York strip steak, provolone or American cheese and Sriracha or garlic mayonnaise."

"The name of this sugarcane plantation on the west bank of the Mississippi in St. James Parish comes from the graceful 240-metre alley of southern live oaks running from the riverside to the Greek Revival house. These were planted in the early 1700s, a good century before the house was built, and their twisting branches form a beautiful shade canopy. The house went up in 1837 and has a colonnade with 28 imposing Doric columns, mirroring the 28 oaks in the alley."

"New Orleans has many plantations which, while they all have a past fraught with slavery and horror, offer a slice of Louisiana that make them among the best ways to look into New Orleans’ past. Oak Alley Plantation sits along the Mississippi’s western bank. An alley flanked by oak trees, all planted in the 1700s, runs up from the bank to the home."

"A family affair, pastry chef Abby and husband Aaron (their business is named for sweet baby Lucy) churn out a collection of popular, small-batch ice creams in flavors like Key Lime Pie, Cane Syrup Pecan and Brown Butter Hazelnut Cookie. You’ll find pints at weekly pop-up markets all over town and other places listed on their Instagram feed."

"Bakers Dozen serves some of the best donuts in New Orleans, from the traditional classics to more creative creations such as a salty caramel pretzel donut. Everything here is bursting with flavour and some of the finest, most inventive ingredients around. Apple fritters and honeybuns are particularly delicious here, but you should definitely sample one of their seasonal specialty donuts while you’re at it, too."

"You have to get here early to get your fix, since they’re only open until 11 am (and closed Mondays and Tuesdays), but this straightforward spot is a favorite of local epicures and chefs for a reason. They make great basics, like the glazed twist, and do them brilliantly. But they also have a little more fun with themed specials, like during Carnival season when they make a mind-blowing donut king cake."

"Baker's Dozen in Jefferson has set itself apart with creatively themed doughnuts — munch on your favorite super hero for $1.50 — as well as delicious combinations like its sweet and salty caramel pretzel doughnut (pictured). All up, a nice neighborhood spot with lots of regulars."

"New Orleans (well, old Metairie), now has an outpost of the Houston-based Shipley’s Do-nuts, best known for its yeast doughnuts, cake doughnuts, filled doughnuts, and kolaches (like the “Big Earl,” Earl Campbell sausage, cheese and jalapeño). Its doughnuts are mostly straightforward and toping-less, and classically good."