Visiting Gert Town, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this New Orleans neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from authentic Japanese restaurants to Cajun/Creole eateries.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Gert Town, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Kin
Topping the list is New American and Japanese spot Kin. Located at 4600 Washington Ave., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 302 reviews on Yelp.
The restaurant specializes in ramen and udon noodle dishes — it offers chicken, pork, fish, beef brisket and vegetarian/vegan options — as well as chicken wings and dumplings. All the noodles and broths are made in-house throughout the day.
2. Asuka Sushi & Hibachi
Next up is Japanese spot and sushi bar Asuka Sushi & Hibachi, situated at 7912 Earhart Blvd. With 4.5 stars out of 284 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The menu features classic Japanese appetizers, soups and salads to complement the hibachi and sushi sashimi/roll selections.
3. Barrow's Catfish Restaurant
Barrow's Catfish Restaurant, a spot to score fish and chips and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 8300 Earhart Blvd., Suite 103, 4.5 stars out of 83 reviews.
Open since 1943, the restaurant specializes in fried catfish and seafood platters, but it also serves po'boys, ribs, steak, pasta, gumbo and more.
4. Dunbar's Creole Cuisine
Dunbar's Creole Cuisine, a Cajun/Creole spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with 3.5 stars out of 62 Yelp reviews. Head over to 7834 Earhart Blvd. to see for yourself.
The menu features po'boys, seafood platters, fried chicken, steak and gumbo, as well as Southern sides like red beans, mac & cheese and candied yams. There are also daily lunch specials on weekdays.
5. Ye Olde College Inn
Check out Ye Olde College Inn, which has earned four stars out of 208 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Southern, Cajun/Creole and New American spot at 3000 S. Carrollton Ave.
On the menu, you'll see braised beef brisket, a cured pork chop, grilled chicken, slow-cooked lamb shank and fresh seafood. There are also daily drink, soup and entree specials.
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