House of Blues050

Jake and Elwood would be proud of this restaurant, the winner of our 2008 Parents' Picks quest to find the Best Family-Friendly Restaurant in New Orleans. In fact, its voodoo art, busts of blues legends, and good ol' Southern cooking inspire the Blues Brothers themselves to occasionally show up to mingle with their fans and sample items off your plate. Start with an appetizer like the Mediterranean Calamari, a delightfully hot version with calamata olives and chili garlic sauce. Or, make a meal of your starters with a brick oven roasted pizza. For finger-licking good entrees, the traditional Shrimp Po-Boy or the Creole Jambalaya with shrimp, chicken, ham, sausage, and more, are your tickets. And don't leave without sampling a side of Rosemary Cornbread. The accompanying maple butter is a perfect side to this delight. A children's menu offers staples like grilled cheese, hamburgers, and more. High chairs are available, and changing tables are located in each restroom. For an extra special treat, take in the Sunday Gospel Brunch, 45 minutes of roof raising music and a huge buffet with assorted pastries, omelet stations, chicken jumbalaya, and other great tastes. Call or visit website for current showtimes and prices. Make your reservations in advance to guarantee seating. The House of Blues Performance Theater is also one of the most popular venues for top-name bands and singers.