Spending time in Uptown? Get to know this New Orleans neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an ice cream parlor to an artisan deli.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Uptown, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Creole Creamery

Topping the list is Creole Creamery, a spot to score ice cream, frozen yogurt, cakes and more. Located at 4924 Prytania St., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 796 reviews on Yelp, and one of two locations for the sweets shop in New Orleans.

It's not just ice cream on a cone you'll find on the menu, as milkshakes, malts, banana splits, specialty sundaes, hot chocolate and coffee are also available.

2. St. James Cheese Company

Next up is St. James Cheese Company, a deli situated at 5004 Prytania St. With 4.5 stars out of 398 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. 

The shop offers a wide variety of gourmet meats and cheeses as well as a full menu of salads, sandwiches and charcuterie boards. Check out the full calendar of events for the space here.

3. Apolline Restaurant

Apolline Restaurant, a New American restaurant and full bar, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 331 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4729 Magazine St. to see for yourself.

Serving brunch, lunch and dinner, the upscale bistro serves a blend of New American and French cuisines, such as shrimp and grits, chicken poutine, fried quail breasts, pork shops, pecan roasted flounder and housemade boudin. 

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