Must Do's

Listed below are some things to do, see, eat, and experience in both Key West and New Orleans!

New Orleans

Commander’s Palace

Inventive modern New Orleans cooking coexists with Haute Creole. Sense the team's professional grace clothed in the warmth of the Brennan Family's brand of hospitality. From your first sip of a Sazerac to your last crumb of bread pudding soufflé, you are pampered and delighted...and go ahead be a little bad...that's what living in New Orleans is all about. 

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Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse

New Orleans most award winning restaurant, its premium steakhouse fare with a Creole twist in a posh, wood-paneled space with a busy happy hour. The steaks are nicely aged, flavorful and fork tender. The service is impeccable with attention to every need.

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Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House

Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House is all about local seafood. If it’s not in season, you won’t find it on the menu. Enjoy authentic New Orleans dishes at New Orleans' premier oyster bar and seafood restaurant.

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Pascal’s Manale
Great Italian, Cajun & Creole Seafood since 1913.  Pascal’s Manale invented New Orleans BBQ shrimp. The restaurant features old school charm, and an amazing oyster bar and fresh local seafood.

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Mr. B's Bistro
Fine Dining

Mr. B's Menu offers authentic Creole food prepared by longtime Executive Chef Chris Tefarikis. Chef Tefarikis uses only the freshest, local ingredients available. Try the Sunday Jazz Brunch!

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The Monteleone Hotel and Carousel Bar
Hotel & Carousel Bar

A long time New Orleans favorite. The Carousel Bar opens inside the historic Hotel Monteleone, becoming New Orleans’ first and only rotating bar. Its carousel theme and unique design is a treat for the young-at-heart.

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Tipitina's
Music

Established in 1977, Tipitina’s is a world famous music venue located at the corner of Napoleon Avenue and Tchoupitoulas Street in Uptown New Orleans. Everyone who has made it in NOLA has played here!

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Frenchman Street
Entertainment 

Frenchman Street is the center of nightlife and music in Nola. Aside from the street performers scattered about, it's venues offer live performances ranging from blues and jazz to reggae and rock. An absolute must do!

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New Orleans Streetcar Line
Transit, Adventure

There are 5 streetcar lines in New Orleans. The St. Charles Historic Streetcar line is the oldest continuously operating streetcar line in the world and has been in operation since 1835. Definitely a must do when visiting New Orleans.

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Key West

Shots & Giggles - Bar
A local's bar with a large wine selection that is always
welcoming towards tourists. Cold beer, sports, wine and puppies!!
Indoor & outdoor seating areas. Don't forget to stop by on Mermaid
Monday for a $5 Mermaid Margarita.

Tattoos & Scars Saloon - Bar
Late night local's bar open every day of the year until 4am.
Sports, cheap drinks, pool table, and other games available to play. 
From motorcycles hanging from the ceiling to rock music blasting
through the speakers, this is a cool late night spot
for anyone visiting Key West.

Hot Tin Roof - Fine Dining, Sunset
Award winning restaurant on Duval Street. Inspired by Tennessee
Williams’ most famous play, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Serving conch
fusion cuisine, a blend of tastes from Florida and the Caribbean.
Try to get outdoor seating for a view overlooking the Key West Harbor.

Martin's - Fine Dining, Happy Hour
Marin's menu features European sophistication with a touch of the tropics.
Choose to sit in the dining, lounge or garden area during their
famous happy hour to get half off drinks, tapas and appetizers.

Green Parrot - Bar, Live Music
Named #3 best bar in the US, the Green Parrot is a Key West
icon that was established in 1890. They feature some of the best
live music acts from North America from all walks of music. Be
sure to check out their live cams on their website before you go!

Sunset Pier - Sunset, Music, Casual Dining
Nestled between Key West Harbor and adjacent to the famed
Mallory Square, Sunset Pier is the best place in Key West
to enjoy waterfront dining. Sunset Pier also offers nightly
music and dancing, as well as the best seat in town for
Key West's famed sunset celebrations.

Tavern N' Town - Fine Dining, Happy Hour
Menu choices range from steakhouse favorites to the
incomparable seafood bounty that has brought visitors
to Key West for generations. Be sure to sit in front of the Tapas
Theater Kitchen, where you can watch as the chefs embellish
international favorites with the unique flavors of Old Key West.

Mary Ellen's Bar - Casual Dining, Bar
Upbeat watering hole with a cool vibe and late night eats.
Famous for their gourmet grilled cheese and tomato soup.
Live music or DJ's playing nightly, with fun events such as
the Drunken Spelling Bee or the Vibrator Races for charity.

MisoHappy - Sushi
Located on Duval Street serving the freshest sushi along with
traditional and regional Thai cuisine. Friendly, exceptional service
with a warm, laid back vibe. Be sure to check out the
chef's' shashimi selections.

Fury Water Adventures - Water Activities
Key West’s most popular attraction is the crystal blue waters
surrounding our island paradise. Fury offers reef snorkeling,
glass bottom boats, sunset sails, jet ski tours, parasailing,
and the ultimate tour that includes the outdoor water park. 

Key West Adventures - Transit, Adventure
A unique island car rental company where you
can rent jeeps, Polaris Slingshots, electric vehicles and
and mini convertibles. Perfect for driving down US-1
with the top down or over the 7 mile bridge.

Comander's Palace

Inventive modern New Orleans cooking coexists with Haute Creole. Sense the team's professional grace clothed in the warmth of the Brennan Family's brand of hospitality. From your first sip of a Sazerac to your last crumb of bread pudding soufflé, you are pampered and delighted...and go ahead be a little bad...that's what living in New Orleans is all about. 

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