Bistro (The) New Orleans, LA

Located in the grand Maison De Ville, this tiny bistro is easily overlooked among all of the other more high profile choices available in the Viuex Carre. The dark paneled room has an air of an old-fashioned gentleman's club without the risqué business. The menu changes regularly and offers, when available, pan-seared Sonoma Foie Gras with grilled apples and in the fall, berry chutney that melts in your mouth. Other entrees include smoked duck breast with sun-dried cherry reduction and ravioli stuffed with grilled quail, pine nuts, currants and chevre. They also offer a Creme Brulee that is second to none.