New Orleans

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Finally, The Big Easy

A May 2003 trip to New Orleans by jackjeanine

Our first trip to New Orleans, and my birthday to boot. The Plaza Suites Hotel Resort was fabulous, 5 minutes from the casino and 10 minutes from the French Quarter. And the food, ah, the food. Emeril's and Dicky Brennan's. Can't wait to go back.

  • 3 reviews

Plaza Suite Hotel ResortBest of IgoUgo

Hotel

Best Things Nearby:
French Quarter - 10 minute walk
Harrod's Cassino - 5 minutes
Riverwalk shopping - 5 minutes
Emeril's Restaurant -5 minutes

Best Things About the Resort:
Daily maid service and very friendly and helpful staff.

Resort Experience:
Old world charm in this old firehouse. The room we had on the third floor had a large main bedroom and a loft bedroom. The kitchen and dining area were small but not a problem for breakfast and lunch. Continental breakfast three days a week. A small condo, no more than 30 units, but very comfortable and close to everything.

  • Unit Type: 2 Bedroom
  • Activities: Good
  • Amenities: Excellent
  • Unit Satisfaction: Excellent
  • Family Friendliness: Excellent
  • Service: Excellent
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by jackjeanine on July 3, 2003

Plaza Suite Hotel Resort
620 S. Peters St. New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
504/524-9500

Emeril'sBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

OUTSTANDING. The restaurant was noisy and crowded but that just added to the atmosphere. The food was unbelievable and made it worthwhile. I highly recommend it. The wine list was extensive but it had reasonable alternatives.
  • Member Rating 5 out of 5 by jackjeanine on July 3, 2003

Emeril's
800 Tchoupitoulas St New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
(504) 528-9393

Dickie Brennan's SteakhouseBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

The wine list is the size of the New Orleans telephone book. The French wines are divided by region and the first wine in the book was $2500. The service was first rate, with four people looking after your every need. The food was great and the selection and specials extensive. While it is one of the most expensive restaurants I have eaten in, it was worth the price.
  • Member Rating 5 out of 5 by jackjeanine on July 3, 2003

Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse
716 Iberville St New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
+1 504 522 2467

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Oakville, Ontario

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