Our N O - 1st Time

An April 2012 trip to New Orleans by frikadika

Hilton Riverside Photo - Hilton New Orleans Riverside, New Orleans, Louisiana

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Hilton New Orleans Riverside

Hotel | "Great Location"

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We booked our hotel on Hotels.com, so we got a great rate. This hotel had a great location. We did not rent a car because the hotels down here charge an arm and a leg to park. This hotel was close to the Quarter, right next to the Riverwalk, and very close to the Streetcars.The first time I came to NO we were early and they didn't let us check in, just secured our bags. Not so here. We were able to check in early and the room was nice and clean. No complaints. A nice bar and restaurant. The pool was nice but the jacuzzi was green. NOT INTERESTED. We told the front desk and we did see an improvement but not to our liking so we stayed clear of the hot tub.They did try to add a parking charge...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on April 17, 2012

Hilton New Orleans Riverside
2 Poydras Street
New Orleans, Louisiana 70140
(504) 561-0500

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Cafe Du Monde

Restaurant

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This place is a landmark. You have to make at least one stop here during your stay! And the beignets are delicious so you will probably make more than one appearance.We were walking around on our first day, wandering aimlessly, when we came upon this spot at dusk. It was jam packed. No place to sit and the line at the take out window was 20 deep. That's a good indication in my book to the quality of the fare.I am not a heavy coffee drinker, so my order consisted of only beignets. Easy enough. We took our package and headed towards the hotel. The heat emanating from the package called to me. It would be a dis-service to wait until we walk ALL THE WAY back to the hotel (it was only about 3 b...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on April 24, 2012

Cafe Du Monde
800 Decatur Street
New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
(504) 525-4544

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Daisy Dukes

Restaurant

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I am under the impression that there is nowhere you can go and get bad food in New Orleans. Daisy Dukes did not disappoint.I found this spot on a list of restaurants and with my desire to try new inexpensive places, we ventured over. There was no line, no wait for my small party of 2. We were seated immediately. The restaurant was not big, but the tables were not crowded together. A sporty little place. There were several tv's with various sports playing. Our waitress was pleasant and knowledgeable - she was able to tell my boyfriend immediately that they no longer served what he ordered. OK - choice #2. The menu was limited. They are known for their wings, but we refused to co...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on April 23, 2012

Daisy Dukes
121 Chartres Street
New Orleans 70130
(504) 561-5171

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frikadika
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"I would love to travel to new and exotic places every couple of months."
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