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Things to Do in Central Business District, New Orleans

The Central Business District features a mix of modern skyscrapers and historic architecture, with numerous restaurants, bars, and shops within easy reach. Key attractions include the Caesars Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Lafayette Square.

The Central Business District features a mix of modern skyscrapers and historic architecture, with numerous restaurants, bars, and shops within easy reach. Key attractions include the Caesars Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Lafayette Square.

  • New Orleans Silver And GoldNew Orleans Silver And GoldSpecialty Store
  • Willa JeanWilla JeanBakery
  • Daisy Dukes Creole KitchenDaisy Dukes Creole KitchenBreakfast
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Central Business District

  • New Orleans Silver And Gold in Central Business District, New Orleans

    New Orleans Silver And Gold

    ★ 4.9 · 398
    Specialty Store
    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    Closed
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Where to eat & drink in Central Business District

  • Willa Jean in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Willa Jean

    ★ 4.6 · 4.4k
    Bakery· $20–30

    Retro-chic café operation offering Southern menus, baked goods, coffee, tea & cocktails.

    Every day
    7 AM – 3 PM
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  • Daisy Dukes Creole Kitchen in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Daisy Dukes Creole Kitchen

    ★ 4.5 · 6.4k
    Breakfast· $20–30

    Local chain serving seafood & Cajun-Southern comfort fare in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

    Mon–Wed
    8 AM – 10 PM
    Thu–Fri
    8 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    8 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    8 AM – 12 AM
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  • Lux Cafe in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Lux Cafe

    ★ 4.6 · 3.0k
    Coffee Shop· $10–20

    A cafe serving Southern-inspired breakfast, brunch, coffee, and comfort food in a cozy setting.

    Every day
    7 AM – 3 PM
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  • Copper Vine Restaurant in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Copper Vine Restaurant

    ★ 4.6 · 1.8k
    Wine Bar

    Chic spot with wine & beer on tap, cocktails & tasting flights, plus New American fare & a patio.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    10:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    10:30 AM – 9 PM
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  • Namaste nola in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Namaste nola

    ★ 4.6 · 2.2k
    Indian· $20-30
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  • Herbsaint in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Herbsaint

    ★ 4.6 · 1.9k
    French· $40–100

    Upscale French & American fare in an airy space with St. Charles Avenue views & outdoor seats.

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  • Sofia in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Sofia

    ★ 4.6 · 1.3k
    Italian· $20-60

    Restaurant serving handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza & Italian cuisine amid informal surrounds.

    Mon–Thu
    5 PM – 10 PM
    Fri
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    5 PM – 10 PM
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  • Kira in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Kira

    ★ 4.7 · 693
    Mediterranean· $50-100
    Mon
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Tue–Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    5 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    5 PM – 11 PM
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  • Daisy Mae's Southern Fried Chicken & Breakfast in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Daisy Mae's Southern Fried Chicken & Breakfast

    ★ 4.5 · 4.9k
    Breakfast· $10–20

    Cozy, old-school cafe and bar with late hours, serving American Southern dishes, focused on fried chicken and breakfast.

    Mon
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Tue–Wed
    8 AM – 2 PM
    Thu
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Fri
    7 AM – 5 AM
    Sat
    7 AM – 5 AM
    Sun
    7 AM – 3 PM
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  • Mammoth Espresso in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Mammoth Espresso

    ★ 4.6 · 713
    Coffee Shop· $1–10

    Modern coffeehouse serving high-quality espresso & tea plus baked goods in a bright, chill space.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Sun
    7 AM – 3 PM
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  • Domenica in Central Business District, New Orleans

    Domenica

    ★ 4.4 · 3.0k
    Italian· $20–60

    Upmarket Italian fare from unique pizzas to pastas served in a warm, airy space with chandeliers.

    Mon
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Tue–Wed
    Closed
    Thu–Fri
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 10 PM
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Map of Central Business District with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1New Orleans Silver And Gold
  2. 2Willa Jean
  3. 3Daisy Dukes Creole Kitchen
  4. 4Lux Cafe
  5. 5Copper Vine Restaurant
  6. 6Namaste nola
  7. 7Herbsaint
  8. 8Sofia
  9. 9Kira
  10. 10Daisy Mae's Southern Fried Chicken & Breakfast

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