
There's never a bad season for dining around New Orleans, but it's also well worth checking in at your favorite spots to see what's new at different times of the year. Many NOLA restaurants use fresh, seasonal ingredients that rotate throughout the year, and of course there are great events near New Orleans homes for sale all year long where you can enjoy the freshest local cuisine. With the end of summer approaching, September is a great time to enjoy a meal in the city. Our real estate agents have the details on where to dine in New Orleans this September.
Frozen Sweets Fest – 600 N. Broad St., New Orleans, LA 70119
The end of summer is the perfect time for a sweet, cold treat, and that's exactly what you'll find at Frozen Sweets Fest on September 15, 2024. Enjoy a full day of family-friendly activities including circus entertainment and live music, while sampling some of the best sweet treats that New Orleans has to offer from snoballs to brand new creative ice cream flavors.
Tailgate Fest at Urban South – 1645 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130
Delicious food, cold beer, and a block party for a college football Saturday... who could say no? Head to Tailgate Fest at Urban South for a packed afternoon of football, starting with LSU vs. South Carolina at noon before wrapping up with Tulane vs. Oklahoma at 2:30 PM. The event is free and open to all ages, with proceeds going to the Children's Hospital of New Orleans.
New Orleans Cocktail Week – 300 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70130
Looking for a fun opportunity to try a bunch of excellent New Orleans restaurants and bars? Purchasing a pass for New Orleans Cocktail Week entitles you to discounts on cocktails at participating locations, where you can try signature cocktails paired with carefully curated entrees and small plates. This year's New Orleans Cocktail Week is from September 16-22, 2024, and a pass costs just $15 with online ordering available.
Dooky Chase's – 2301 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119
The National Fried Chicken Festival (October 6-7, 2024) is a bit too late to make the cut for September eats, but why not start the celebration early with a visit to one of New Orleans' famous fried chicken spots in September? We've got two classic restaurants that have you covered, starting with the legendary Dooky Chase's. Their traditional fried chicken has long been rated as some of the best in the city, and there's never a bad time to try it. Of course, there are plenty of classic Creole dishes on the menu, as well.
Coquette – 2800 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70118
Craving some of the best-fried chicken in the world, served in an elegant setting perfect for a memorable outing? Then make a reservation for Coquette on a Sunday when they're serving their casual lunch menu. That's the only time of the week when their famed fried chicken platter is available, and it's well worth scheduling your spot in advance. The first few weeks of September are the perfect time to satisfy your craving for Coquette fried chicken, as they'll be shutting down briefly from September 23, 2024, to restructure their menu.
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