It’s late and it’s been a long night. You’ve done some partying or maybe you’ve just done some working. Either way you slice it, it’s well after 10, you’re starving and you need something a little sturdier than Taco Bell to get you through. Because you’re in New Orleans, there are plenty of late-night food options from which to choose. Whether you have a hankering for breakfast or you could really go for some hummus right about now, here are a few spots that are sure to keep your hanger pains at bay.
The Camellia Grill
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How late is it open? Sunday through Thursday, until midnight and Friday and Saturday, until 2 a.m.
Price point: $4.99 to $12.99
The Camellia Grill is a New Orleans classic that serves up classic comfort food in an old school “lunch counter” type atmosphere. I love The Camellia because you can get a late-night breakfast here, and I’m a fan of any spot that allows me to get eggs, bacon, grits and hash browns for dinner (or for fourth meal). They also serve pork chops, chicken, omelettes, po’boys, sandwiches, waffles and much much more.
Hoshun
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How late is it open? Until 2 a.m. daily
Price point: $4.25 to $16.50
Sometimes after a night out on the town, you start craving sushi. I feel like we’ve all been there. I’ve said many times that New Orleans needs a 24-hour sushi place. Hoshun comes close with a full sushi menu as well as other Japanese and Chinese options served late. If raw fish isn’t your thing, they have Chinese classics such as kung pao beef, moo shu chicken, and fried rice or noodles to fill your stomach.
St. Charles Tavern
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How late is it open? 24 hours
Price point: $6.95 to $12.95
This is one of my favorite late spots. Not only have they been serving New Orleans for over 100 years, but the food is good and the atmosphere is divey. You can go in and get your breakfast (with extra crispy bacon) or a muffuletta served with a beer and/or a coffee, and no one will bat an eye. The eclectic menu also includes French toast, corned beef hash and gumbo. This is a great spot to have a nightcap and a snack before catching that Uber home.
Igor’s Lounge
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How late is it open? 24 hours
Price point: $9 to $13
I’m sorry, I think the fact that you can get a drink, get a bite and do your laundry, all in this famous bar is just downright charming. New Orleans is a nighttime city. Not all of us work 9 to 5 jobs, and sometimes it’s 3 a.m. and you realized you need to do your laundry and also, you could go for a burger. Igor’s has you covered. This no-frills spot will serve you a strong drink and a hot meal while you’re waiting on your underthings to finish the spin cycle. Also, be sure to treat yourself to one of Igor’s famous Bloody Mary’s.
F&M Patio Bar
How late is it open? Sunday through Thursday until 4 a.m., Friday and Saturday until 5:30 a.m.
Price point: $9 to $13
Oh, yeah. That’s right, I’m going there. I’m putting F&M on the list because you know they are the best cheese fries you’ve ever had in your life. Sure, you were extremely drunk the last time you had them, but it’s time for a walk down memory lane. Remember those late nights when it got too crowded in there? Remember dancing on the pool table? Remember the cheap burgers and “deluxe” fries that came topped with jalapeños that you ate because someone else was buying? Of course you don’t, but, trust me, it was great. Hey, you might be a full-grown adult with bills to pay, but you can still relive those college days. Go ahead; it’ll taste delicious.
Cleo’s
How late is it open? 24 hours
Price point: $6 to $15
No matter how late you stop in, the folks working at Cleo’s are always friendly and welcoming. The menu here consists of classic Mediterranean food like shawarma, hummus, kebabs and wraps. They also have a large vegetarian selection, as well as soups and salads. If you’re in the mood for something other than a burger, then this is the place for you. And don’t let the late hours fool you, the food is cooked to order and always delicious.
Dat Dog (Frenchmen)
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How late is it open? Sunday through Wednesday until midnight; Thursday until 1 a.m. and Friday and Saturday until 3 a.m.
Price point: $6 to $15
Frenchmen St. is the perfect place for a late-night Dat Dog because after all that drinking and dancing to local music, you’re going to need a little bit of grease to get you through the rest of the night. Dat Dog has a large menu of dogs of all types (including four types of vegan dogs!) and you can top them with as many of their toppings as you want!
Verti Marte
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How late is it open? 24 hours
Price point: $5 to $14
It’s late, you’re at home and you’re hungry… oh… and you don’t feel like going out. Now what? Verti Marte to the rescue! This spot is always open and always delivering. It’s old school — you gotta order by phone and you gotta live in the area, but you can always swing through and get your food to-go if you don’t live in delivery range. The menu boasts breakfast, huge specialty sandwiches, burgers and even substantial entrees that will keep you fed. Verti Marte is cash only, so leave your plastic at home for this one.
Melba’s
How late is it open? 24 hours
Price point: $10 to $15
Melba’s is one of the reasons I love New Orleans. There is nowhere else in the world you could get a red beans and rice plate at literally any time of day. Not to mention it comes with corn bread and fries and any other side for $2. The menu also includes a shrimp platter, roast beef and rice, an assortment of po’ boys and more. Melba’s is gonna give you that home cooking before you head home.
Vinnie’s Sports Bar and Grill
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How late is it open? Until 7 a.m., daily
Price point: $10 to $15
You know that no list would be complete without including a Westbank favorite that satisfies your hunger late into the morning. The menu here is vast with offerings such as spinach and artichoke dip, meat pies, salads, burgers and wraps. My favorite here is the classic cheeseburger and it’s always cooked to perfection. If you need one last drink to finish off your evening, Vinnie’s has 35 beers on tap and even more in bottles.
