The sights, sounds, and tastes of New Orleans, LA through a queer lens. This comprehensive guide is the culmination of living in NOLA for 10+ years. Curated by a Louisiana native & certified Cajun.

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Queer NOLA - The Big Queer Guide to New Orleans, LA

A selection of the best brunch spots in town.

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T-Rev Recommends: Crab Cake Benedict | Chicken Fried Steak | Breakfast Potatoes

T-Rev Recommends: Bacon-infused vodka Bloody Mary | Chicken St. Charles

Upscale Dining - not for the faint of wallet.

I grew up ON the bayou (not down the bayou; there's a difference), with freshly caught fish always in season and home-cooked southern comfort food never in short supply. Needless to say, the bar is set pretty high. Only the best of the best have made it onto this list. So, unbutton your pants, and always save room for dessert!

T-Rev Recommends: "The Bourbon" (Chicken and Spinach)

Intimate spots for you and your "boo thang."

T-Rev Recommends: Boudin Stuffed Quail | Turtle Soup | Bread Pudding Souffle

T-Rev Recommends: Damn Good Nachos (serves 2) | Chili Glazed Shrimp Tacos

T-Rev Recommends: Caesar Salad (w/ extra croutons) | "The Hot Coppa" (when they have it)

A collection of bars from around the "gayborhood" (a.k.a. "the skittle circle"). 

T-Rev Recommends: The Sedona Chicken Panini (no tomatoes) with a side of corn grits (add cheese) | Mediterranean Hummus | Asian Almond Shrimp

T-Rev Recommends: Black Pepper Fettuccine Noodles (w/ sauce and protein of choice) | Meatballs

The BEST Queer Gift Store; truly something for everyone.

T-Rev Recommends: Crispy Tamarind Noodles (spice level "3")

T-Rev Recommends: Parmesan Crusted Shrimp

"Shine bright like a gay man," or whatever it was Rihanna said.

Just the Tip: Uber/Lyft will not get you to the strip if you simply put "Frenchmen Street" as your drop-off (even *this* map is off).

Note: Although technically not situated inside the "skittle circle," it's definitely worth mentioning here.

Just the Tip: Never pay full price for anything.

A Little Deeper: Try using the address for "Dat Dog" on Frenchmen as your drop-off location.

It's my solemn duty to encourage others to consume local caffeine and avoid generic/corporate coffee shops. There are so many great places out there that are not only locally owned and operated in our communities, but also way more ethical.  #DRINKLOCAL

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The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret

Ruby Slipper Cafe

Who Dat Coffee Cafe

Doris Metropolitan New Orleans

Vieux Carre Pizza

Oz New Orleans

Mona Lisa

Commander's Palace

Another Broken Egg Cafe

Vue Orleans

Kajun's Karaoke Bar

Rosalita's Backyard Tacos

The Rum House

Saenger Theatre

Pizza Delicious

GrandPre's

Crossing

Good Friends Bar

New Orleans Museum of Art

Zea Rotisserie & Bar

Bourbon Pub Parade

Bourbon Pride

Shoe Be Do

Arabella Casa Di Pasta

The Silver Fox

Cafe Lafitte in Exile

QiQi

The Broad Theater

Prytania Theatre

Nirvana Indian Cuisine / Call if you are coming after 10:00pm, please!

SukhoThai

Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop

Queer NOLA - The Big Queer Guide to New Orleans, LA

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