Best Fast Food Restaurants in Mid-City

"In a city known for its fiery Cajun and Creole cuisines, tongue-tingling dishes abound, but the gumbo at this neighborhood stalwart really stands out by combining the two culinary traditions. The resulting dish is “the absolute hottest and most-delicious gumbo out there,” Geoffrey Zakarian declared on Top 5 Restaurants. For this distinctive stew, a spice-laden savory stock is combined with a robust Cajun-style roux, okra, chicken thighs and andouille sausage."

"In a city that's po'boy proud, Liuzza's at the Track stands out from the crowd, thanks to the house specialty, a buttery, Worcestershire-fueled gi-normous portion of gulf shrimp slathered between a hot and crusty roll. It's called barbecue shrimp, but there's really nothing barbecued about it. Save room for the gumbo."

"Adam Biderman’s homage to the simple burger — thin patty, American cheese, fresh ground meat, no lettuce, no tomato — blew the burger scene in New Orleans wide open when Company Burger opened in 2011. Since then it’s won local and national raves and awards from all directions and is in residence on busy Freret Street Uptown. The menu has a few other sandwich options well worth a try, like that tasty fried chicken sandwich."

"611 O’Keefe Ave., Suite C7, (504) 309-9422; 4600 Freret St., (504) 267-0320; www.thecompanyburger.com. A Company burger features two Creekstone Farm beef patties, American cheese, bread-and-butter pickles and red onions."

"Experience the flavors of Hong Kong in New Orleans’ Lakeview at Ming’s. This casual Cantonese eatery’s menu includes American Chinese favorites like fried rice, lo mein and egg foo young. Or opt for Chef Ming Joe’s creations that combine the flavors of his hometown with a pinch of New Orleanian flare like Crawfish Velvet - a stir-fried crawfish dish with pork and black beans in a savory egg-white sauce."

"By definition, that means they deviate from the norm, or the expected. Let’s be honest, it looks a little like the Department of Motor Vehicles when you walk in."

"Located in New Orleans, we serve only the highest quality chicken finger meals. It's our ONE LOVE. Our crew makes it happen, our culture makes it unique, and the community makes it all worthwhile."

"The fries ans slaw were also great.The manager had to deal with an unfortunate situation, and when she was finished came out ..."

"A Caniac combo includes six fried chicken tenders, tangy Cane’s sauce, french fries, Texas toast, coleslaw and a large drink."

"As the leaders in drive-thru for over 30 years Checkers & Rally’s locations are currently open and ready to serve our guests. We can provide our guests with the additional safety of an enclosed kitchen and limited personal contact – whether you choose to drive up, order ahead online, or have our ..."

"This Rally's always seems to be providing high quality service. This quality of service while being in one of the most busy Rally's visited in ..."

"Visitors seeking the best malls in Greater New Orleans must only venture slightly north of the city to find Lakeside Shopping Center. This expansive retail hub is one of the area's most popular malls with more than 120 well-known stores including M.A.C., Dillard's, Lane Bryant, Gap, Old Navy and Eddie Bauer, as well as boutiques such as Ann Taylor Loft and Talbot's. Lakeside Shopping Center offers seemingly endless shopping opportunities for men and women (and enough distractions for kids)."

"China Orchid in the Riverbend neighborhood has been around for more than 25 years, first opened by the mother of Joe Ming, proprietor of Ming’s in Lakeview. Ming’s mother, Susan, taught him how to cook Chinese food in the kitchen of the family-owned Uptown restaurant, which changed hands in 1992. It’s still a neighborhood go-to for Chinese takeout, with an extensive menu and delivery available."

"Carrollton Ave., (504) 865-1428; www.chinaorchidneworleans.com. An orange peel beef combo platter includes an egg roll, fried rice and egg drop or hot and sour soup."

"Situated above the Ace Hotel lies Alto, a poolside lounge that offers an Italian-inspired salad menu, small bites that is inclusive of vegan choices and skewered meats. All of which are paired with your choice of seasonal cocktail, craft beer, and wine. Alto offers an amazing view of the New Orleans skyline that overlooks the Lafayette Square and the Mississippi River bridge, and the bar is also open for non-visitors of the hotel who also wants to take a dip in the elegant swimming pool."

"Ace Hotel, 600 Carondelet St., (504) 900-1180; www.acehotel.com/neworleans/food-and-drink/alto. Grilled kale salad features hazelnuts, romesco sauce and ricotta salad. Reservations accepted for large parties."

"On the top floor of the chic Ace Hotel, Alto has all the ingredients for a winning rooftop bar. Sweeping views of the city?"

"You may think that a museum dedicated to just one cocktail is excessive and couldn’t be done with enough depth to keep things interesting. To that, New Orleans says: hold my Sazerac. Opened in October 2019, The Sazerac House is a multi-floor, multi-media, interactive dive into the intoxicating world of a whiskey brand."

"Go behind the scenes of New Orleans' famed cocktail, the Sazerac, just a few yards from where it was birthed. Learn the history of the signature drink and how it's celebrated today at Sazerac House. Tours are always free but must be reserved online in advance."

"During your trip to New Orleans, you’ll find yourself looking for a perfect place to grab a quick lunch that will keep you going the rest of the day. Turkey and the Wolf is not only one of the best restaurants in New Orleans, it is also a place to find the best lunch in New Orleans!. Turkey and the Wolf opened their doors in 2016 and has been featured in the New York Times, GQ, and Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives."

"On the surface, the restaurant is a sandwich bar with a menu offering prosaic options like ham and bologna. However, chef and proprietor Mason Hereford’s obsession with ingredients and deconstructing his childhood comfort foods make even these basic sammies incredibly special. High-quality, locally sourced (where possible) meats, breads, and condiments make for a sublime experience."

"Turkey and the Wolf is known for their delicious, creative sandwiches, although they have other menu items, too. On my last visit, I had an asparagus sandwich which was to die for!. This place is fairly small and gets very busy, so unless you can tolerate waiting in a looong line, go during off hours."

"Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 309-7548; www.brewstersrestaurant.com. A Brewster burger is a 10-ounce beef patty topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles and served with french fries, sweet potato fries, a baked potato, jambalaya, chili, salad or vegetables."

"Located on the corner of North Rampart Street, the Our Lady of Guadalupe Church is the oldest house of worship in New Orleans. Originally named the Mortuary Chapel of St. Anthony of Padua, the place of worship was built in 1826 to serve as a burial church for the victims of yellow fever. The current name of the church was received in 1918."