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.

  • New Orleans Silver And GoldSpecialty Store
  • Lux CafeCoffee Shop
  • Willa JeanBakery

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Central Business District in New Orleans

Top things to do in Central Business District

  • New Orleans Silver And Gold

    New Orleans Silver And Gold

    4.9 · 395
    Specialty Store
    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Central Business District

  • Lux Cafe

    Lux Cafe

    4.7 · 2.9k
    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
  • Willa Jean

    Willa Jean

    4.6 · 4.3k
    Bakery· $20–30

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

    Every day
    7 AM – 3 PM
  • Daisy Dukes Creole Kitchen

    Daisy Dukes Creole Kitchen

    4.5 · 6.3k
    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
  • 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
  • Herbsaint

    4.6 · 1.9k
    French· $40–100

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

  • Daisy Mae's Southern Fried Chicken & Breakfast

    Daisy Mae's Southern Fried Chicken & Breakfast

    4.5 · 4.7k
    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
  • Mammoth Espresso

    Mammoth Espresso

    4.6 · 711
    Coffee Shop· $1–10

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

  • Namaste nola

    Namaste nola

    4.6 · 2.2k
    Indian· $20–30
  • Domenica

    4.4 · 3.0k
    Italian· $20–60

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

    Every day
    11 AM – 10 PM
  • Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant

    Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant

    4.4 · 2.8k
    Seafood· $10–20

    Relaxed, island-tinged bar with seafood-heavy Cal-Mex eats plus an outdoor courtyard & late hours.

    Mon–Tue
    11:30 AM – 11 PM
    Wed
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Thu
    11:30 AM – 11 PM
    Fri
    11:30 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 11 PM

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Map of Central Business District with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1New Orleans Silver And Gold
  2. 2Lux Cafe
  3. 3Willa Jean
  4. 4Daisy Dukes Creole Kitchen
  5. 5Copper Vine Restaurant
  6. 6Herbsaint
  7. 7Daisy Mae's Southern Fried Chicken & Breakfast
  8. 8Mammoth Espresso
  9. 9Namaste nola
  10. 10Domenica

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