The only FULL SERVICE spa on the island. They do hair, nails, massage, skin... you name it! And they do a great job to boot! Appointments required. 409-515-2100
Morbid as it's name suggests, the Museum of Death is a surprisingly informative collection of curiosities for those interested in the subjects of death, dying and those who are keen to supply them.
Best restraunt on the island hands down! EVERYTHING is amazing and it you like gumbo, theirs is the best! The service is ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The museum, a dream of Mr. James Josey, is open only by appointment. The portraits of many outstanding African Americans from the city have been painted by E. Herron on the walls of the building.
The Rosewood Cemetery Association was founded by African Americans in Galveston around 1911.
All you can eat goodness. I want to put a big "S" on my car now so that when I drive by people will point and say look at that S Car Go.
Amazing array of pinball machines and old school arcade games. So happy to see Ninja Turtles and The Simpsons!
It was a lot of fun to explore this sub! The old style phones and toilets were really cool!
Classic New Orleans cocktails in a lovely upscale environment. Ramos Gin Fizz is my go to , like drinking a lemon pie.
Locavore before it was cool, this quintessential Austin diner serves fresh and delicious grub and embraces all that is our quirky community. Great things can happen over a bowl of Kerbey Queso at 4am. Leggi tutto.
Probably the best seafood I've ever had. You don't get to be a 105 yr institution by doing things wrong.
Wow! We loved cabrito tacos, ceviche, duck mole and pulpo. Delicious selection of mexcal cocktails. Deserves it spot right now at the top in houston!
Great place to get away from the tourists. Huge beach, remote, good place to play with dogs. Way better than the tourist trap that is galveston beaches
My child loves the peach cobbler and the creme brûlée is a must try. Since the flavors change regularly, it's like a new ice cream shop each visit.
Great Sunday Brunch buffet. A bit pricey but well worth it for a special occasion or a treat yourself well day.
Getting there an hour before sunset was the best idea. Not as hot & the lights are spectacular. Make sure to book your Bubba Gump reservation well in advance though. We were told it was a 2 hr wait!
The chili con carne, chicken mole, chorizo with eggs, menudo... It's all good. Every meal is a good meal at Mi Abuelita's!!! Authentic Mexican food!
Muffalata, gumbo, spaghetti (special). Everything I’ve had here’s has been excellent.
This well-kept Galveston secret offers choices ranging from seafood to fried chicken to poboys, as well as some of the best Chinese food on the Island. Leggi tutto.
Freshest gulf seafood you can get. I've never gotten anything I didn't like.
Awesome place to hang out with one of the best patios in Houston. Live music, corn hole tourneys, open mic during week and amazing shows on weekends
Brisket is divine and juicy, jalapeño cheddar sausage a great pairing - this place feels like a BBQ institution
The wildflower center is a must visit if you're visiting from out of town. Beautifully maintained.
No trip to Austin is complete with out a visit to Waterloo Records, a landmark since 1982. The store has hosted appearances by everyone from Willie Nelson to Spoon. Leggi tutto.
The broiled red snapper, the fried shrimp, the shrimp linguine, the crawfish, the shrimp poboy and the crab cake sandwich were all to die for!
The Roasted Oysters with Bacon, Jumbo Lump Crab, and Mezcal Cream Sauce are stupid delicious
In the 1860s, the Methodist Episcopal Bishop was notified that another African Methodist Church was needed in Galveston for people who resided west of 25th Street.
Ashton Villa commemorates the Texas state holiday "Juneteenth," where Major General Gordon Granger delivered the news of the end of the Civil War and slavery. Watch this video for more info Leggi tutto.
A Confederacy of Dunces, by John Kennedy Toole: A statue of the character Ignatius J. Reilly can be found near the former site of the D.H. Holmes Department Store, mentioned in the novel.
This was the site of the Louisiana Purchase transfer ceremonies in 1803 & continued to be used by the city council until the mid 1850s. In 1911 the Cabildo became home to the Louisiana State Museum.
Tried the Green Fairy. It's good, but dangerous. They pour damn near an entire rocks glass so if you're old like me beware. I wised up and traded it in for a beer.
Really nice bar, with great live music and an upper scale vibe. The rotating bar is epic.
Mac and cheese is great. Rib eye 100 % recommended. The oysters are really good. This place is totally recommend.
Fantastic food, fantastic service! Upscale vibe but not stuffy at all, you will feel welcome and have a delicious meal in shorts & tee or dudded up. Crawdaddy étouffée all the way, baby!
Powerful day experiencing a plantation through the eyes of the slaves who lived and died there. Try to make your way to the secret section in the back where the memorial to the rebellion is.
The service was so attentive! I really enjoyed the turtle soup and of course, the bananas foster! It was invented here. Beautiful restaurant.
Susan Post’s much-loved bookstore has provided a launchpad for women writers, a sanctuary for literary seekers, and a safe space for generations of feminists.
Grilled Duck Breast topped with Tabasco Pepper Jelly, dirty rice and green beans at Parrain’s Seafood Restaurant, Baton Rouge, LA. #Pärtāke™
The wait was kind long but it was worth it and the food was succulent delicious I liked our server he was very nice!!!
Crispy rice was one of the best meals I’ve ever had. Not the ideal vibe (in a hotel lobby) but food more than makes up for it.
Service was top notch, and the food, AMAZING. Had the chicken fried steak with sausage gravy, and probably one of the best I've had. Reasonable prices on food and beverage as well.
Nicknamed the Garage Mahal, this is a place to see moral, political, social, satirical and just plain whimsical ideologies played-out across the bodies of automobiles re-imagined into objects of art.
Best time to come is during tea time from 3-6:15pm when meals including drinks are $5.40
Dickinson seafood has fresh shrimp and catfish. Price is reasonable and lot of food!
Esquire: Locals still gussy up for lunch buffet (including legendary fried chx). Make sure somebody orders Creole classic Shrimp Clemenceau—shrimp, crispy potatoes, ham, &mushrooms in garlic.
A Galveston South Jetty Lighthouse Fresnel Lens stamp is available for your lighthouse passport at the museum reception desk
The oldest fire hydrant in New Orleans, this small but mighty advancement in firefighting technology was installed in 1869 and stands as one of the most innovative of Birdsill Holly's many patents.
Fun, lively, busy if at times too touristy and slightly dirty and seedy (esp. overhyped Bourbon St). The architecture is to dream for and everything you'd expect about this storied neighbourhood.
If you come in the early morning for sunrise - stop on the fishing beach before you hit the main beach for some amazing bird action
In the early 1900's, Deep Eddy hosted a circus show with horses diving into it (Lorena's diving horse). - Check out the mural on the Northwest side for a very cool history of Deep Eddy timeline.
The “Black Magic” oil Brisket tacos — the Suadero — are life changing. Everything else is delicious too, especially the mezcal cocktails.
The OG Alamo doesn’t have the bomb reclining seats, but the pre-preview content is excellent, so is the Parmesan popcorn and queso.
Story goes that when the owner of Jo's Coffee was having a bad day, her girlfriend stealth-tagged the storefront's south wall to put a smile on her face. Admit it: Now you're smiling, too.
When musician Daniel Johnston was asked to paint this wall in 1993, he painted one of his cassette covers. Back then, Record Exchange was there. Now, it's a Thai restaurant named "Thai, How Are You?"
Best view - top of the bridge! The bats 🦇 fly away in small groups and it’s really nice to see the line of bats flying away. Quite an event you should definitely see in Austin while you are here!
I had the kobe beef hotdog with cajun sauerkraut, jalapeños, pepperjack cheese and mustard. It was delicious. A must go if in Lake Charles!
Labor activist Karen Silkwood died mysteriously after she decided to go public about dangerous working conditions at a nuclear-fuel plant. Her purse is displayed here. Leggi tutto.
A new standard in ATX dining from the Suerte team. Interior is unmatched. Food too: tuna and mista ceviche, fish tacos were def major highlights. Cauliflower too. The tropical Marg is ace
I tried a couple mixed boxes of sandos and all of them were amazing. My favorite might be the shrimp but all of them are worth it.
Amazing selection of food & quality. Loved their beef tartar, ratatouille and deconstructed Niçoise salad. Their wine glass portions are also generous.
As a huge Ethiopian fan, trust me that this is the best in Austin. Seize the opportunity to try a variety of dishes at their lunch buffet.
Home of the "Welcome to Austin" mural on the outside and some amazing old neon & signage on the inside.
Sandra Chevrier and Shepard Fairey's mural celebrates the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment and its codification into the U.S. Constitution of a womans right to vote.
Known for having the Gutenberg Bible and the First Photograph; also features special exhibitions that switch out every season. Great research library on the second floor. Admission is free!
This area boasts one of the largest Asian populations in America, and is much more diverse than just Chinese residents. I love it because it truly feels like a trip overseas without leaving Texas.
Reservations required for this free tour, should be made online, and will only be available at the first of each month for a 30-day period.
Best Sichuan food in Houston! My faves: couples lung slices and the crispy and spicy intestines
If you like vegatarian Vegan food this is the place to be. It's soy heaven and the menu kind of tricks you with the menu items that say chicken and beef but what it really is is soy based meat.
Wow, these are great cocktails. Not your typical bar with 3-4 choices - crazy, unique to classic - happy hour before 7:00
Amazing vegan dishes. Soup + salad + entree every day. Based on macrobiotic principles.
I love everything!!! Deserts are heavenly. The meals and snacks are one of a kind! Thank you, Pat! Love your philosophy on food and life!
Cafe du Monde is great, we thought this place was better. If you like beignets that are more crunchy/well done, you’ll like du Monde. If you like them more doughy and soft, this place is for you.
Open 24hrs, go super late night when there's no line, aka 2am. Cash only i think.hot choc also worth getting.
Oldest African-American neighborhood in the US turned 200 yrs old in 2012 w/Congo Square, the only place in the New World where African slaves were allowed to dance & play music ♪ Made famous by HBO
Funky museum. But also very educational. They have different exhibitions like the pope one. Famous people who have past away. How different cultures bury their own. And all types of coffins.
Great way to spend an hour. Kitschy and fun taxidermied conjoined animals, horror wax museum, live shows (mine was magic), and a great gift shop are a fun time.
Make sure you see the sculptures created from the oaks killed by the Hurricane Ike storm surge. They are all over and add to the sightseeing in this beautiful victorian neighborhood.
Hands down the best banana split I’ve ever had. Love love love this place and all their amazing flavors.
$10 for a day pass or $15 for the month. The pizza and cider are good. And the view from the back patio is amazing at sunset. Watch the bats 🦇 fly around downtown Austin!
Still free Thursdays 2p to 5p and offers reciprocal admission for North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) or Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) members
Yes, one of the best Jewish delis in the U.S. is in Houston. Everything is amazing here but must try the matzah ball soup, pastrami sandwich, and blintzes.
Curated by L.A.'s Skirball Cultural Center, this travelling ode to the Jewish Deli and its immigrant-driven soul food exhibits May 5th - August 23rd 2023 at the HMH
Fresh, authentic lobster rolls served either Maine Style (mayo, celery, Bibb lettuce) or Connecticut Style (with lemon-tarragon drawn butter and scallions). Both are heavenly. Leggi tutto.
Bouldin makes ranks among the finest vegetarian restaurants I've been to. Highly recommended.
Fantastic date spot for local vegans. Can’t go without ordering their truffle fries and cauliflower wings. Love their selection of sour beers.
The boat has a covered and heated interior, and has no propellers, so no marine life is ever harmed. You'll enjoy a closeup of dolphins in their natural habitat! Leggi tutto.
The closest address of the NOLA mural is 2104 Magazine St, but the mural is located on Josephine St.
A couple relatives and friends lives here and the city is beautiful but everything is so damn far away and the heat is coming directly form hell.
An independent toy store since 1987, this uniquely Austin must-see is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Doodads, whatchamacallits and doohickies cover every inch of this toy paradise.
Loved this shop! They had tons of interesting items, including taxidermied animals dressed in costumes.
This place is a hidden gem and embodies the 'Keep Austin Weird' vibe. The artist is a unique man who is proud of his junk kingdom. Just be sure to call ahead, visits are now by appointment only.
Take a photo and tag @uwatx - we love to see how people are enjoying our Butter Half mural!
Great service, authentic cuisine, excellent atmosphere. It's all about that Jambalaya Supreme.
Always get a dozen authentic pralines😍❤ Also the praline beignets are delicious!!!
This Seventh Ward restaurant was featured extensively in HBO’s “Treme,” and it's perfect for a Creole or soul food lunch from the lunch buffet. Call for hours. [Eater 38 Member] Leggi tutto.
Get the Crawfish Beignet Benedict and Key Lime Pie. If you can beat it, let me know.
Lafayette is the heart of Cajun Country, and you’ll find all the traditional smoked meats, gumbos, fried cracklins, and boudin every which way you turn.
Awesome smothered cabbage, fried pork chop, ANC creamed corn!! Absolutely the best and fried pork chops are cooked when ordered. No warmers!!!
Everything that we ordered was good! Including the ham, grits, jambalaya, fried chicken, red beans and rice, greens, etc etc
Perfectly located. A block and a half walk to the Quarter, about 7 blocks to the dome, on the streetcar line.
Must visit the interimaginary departures. It is located next to Gate 14, and is housed at Gate ∞.
Who designed this airport?? The terminals aren't in order! A, C, E, this long train ride to D, and then B?? Make it make sense. And each terminal has 2 stops, so get there early.
Until the 2016 Pulse shooting, the 1973 UpStairs Lounge arson was the deadliest attack on a gay club in U.S. history. 32 souls lost and 15 injured in New Orlean's deadliest fire.
Austin: This ornate two-bedroom home is part Gaudi, part Dr. Seuss. It has a raised footbridge, fire poles, and an "Elvis in Las Vegas" room. Make reservations for a guided monthly tour. - IFC Viewer
The monument is an ode to the orange, the artist's favorite fruit. Postman Jeff McKissack built this maze of walkways using found objects from 1956, and finished it in 1978 almost by himself.
So freaking cool. This museum was built out of of beer cans & bottles. The story is cool both owners have passed. But it's still taking care of by family. The tour was cool. The guy just loved beer.
Informative exhibits about Hurricane Katrina & Rita. 2nd floor has Mardi Gras & Ball Parade stuff. Don’t miss the hall with the view of Jackson Square!
If you love poking around in used book stores don't miss this place. Packed floor to ceiling with many hidden gems. Great books on New Orleans and New Orleans-based writers. Great prices!
Lafayette's number one gay tourist attraction. Strike the pose and get your picture taken.
One of three made by artist Erik Blome, the others reside in Dallas, Texas and Montgomery, Alabama (where Parks refused to give up her seat to a white passenger Dec 1,1955).
Affordable Peking duck in Bellaire that requires little advance preparation on your part. Salt roasted spareribs are also a specialty here. BYOB is the cherry on top. [Eater 38 Member]
Go in the multi-level shopping centre behind the trumpet to get a top-down view of it.
In the large cup they let you taste four favors so even if one is a dud you won't be disappointed! Zuppa inglese was my surprise favorite! Stracciatella and pistachio excellent as expected!
One of the highlights of our trip. The $5 "tour" (1pm on weekdays) is actually the most engaging and fun one hour history lesson you've ever seen, with props that are actual artifacts. Way worth it.
Get yourself a Sazerac in the kitschy rotating Carousel Bar, then take a dip in the heated rooftop pool. - Green Guide Editor
Dave is a great tour guide - really enthusiastic about the city and the local food & history. Wonderful way to spend a couple of hours!
Eater New Orleans 2021 chef of the year, Serigne Mbaye brings his celebrated Senegalese and West African tasting menu dinners home to a new space on Magazine Street
Recently settled in to a new, larger space, Addis has partnered with Turning Tables to highlight Black-owned brands and spirits in their new bar menu
Eventually President of Mexico (1858-1872), Juárez was exiled twice to NOLA. There, he drank the vibes, rolled cigars for scratch, and planned the forced retirement of rival and turd, Santa Anna.
Great po boys and the best Guinness pour in the quarter. The bartenders can be a bit cunty sometimes. But such is NOLA.
The eggplant Napoleon appetizer is HUGE and delicious! 3 large eggplant medallions and PLENTY of fried shrimp. Crispy, not greasy. Crawfish cream sauce is as amazing as it sounds!
Official & by appeals court ruling, ONLY tour provider that'll get you at Laveau's tomb and through St Louis Cemetery No. 1. Run by hotelier Michael Valentino and 👍🏼'd by the Catholic archdiocese
Unless you fam, Cemetery Tours NOLA is the only way you can gain entry into St. Louis Cemetery No.1. Tours set out 7 days/wk from 9am-3:45pm at Basin St Station
The frito pie burger is one of the best vegetarian burgers of all time. The side orders (tots) are enough for 2, so maybe just one convo will suffice
Free Shuttle to/fro BKMGW still going on, at hotels along the Canal-Poydras-Fulton loop. Check website for pickup point map and call 504.361.7821 when near a stop
Go here to see local artists represented. It's small enough to see everything in around an hour, absolutely worth it. Lovely building too.
Created in 1994, the park celebrates the origins & evolution of jazz, America’s most widely-recognized indigenous music. The park preserves resources associated with the origins of jazz in New Orleans
Enjoy free oysters and music every Friday at Le Bon Temps Roule music club. But the oysters go fast!
A lot of great surprise and delicious small plates and snacks to share. Be opened to do some discoveries.
Airport originally named Moisant Field after aviator John Moisant (died in crash 1910), later Moisant Stock Yards, hence, MSY. Renamed in 2001 to honor 100th anniversary of Armstrongs birth
The peanut butter duck sandwich was out of this world, and even the story behind on how it was created is even mind blowing
Keto-friendly swallow (fufu)! Also, herbs, spices, veg, meats, grains and a nice takeaway station with carryout Nigerian/West African favorites like pepper soup, egusi, nkwobi, jollof, etc...
Look for the tomb covered in XXX's close to the entrance. (There's another one towards the back - that's not it.)
Named for Count Arnaud's daughter and successor, the museum is free to the public and features 2 dozen+ splendiferous costumes, as well as vintage photographs, masks, and various krewe memorabilia
Amazing highly recommend! Japanese izakaya meets Texas smoke house. The blue cheese tofu melts on your tongue, smoked fish collar, Tex ramen
BBQ with some real FLAVOR. The Egyptian influence is delish. The salad, the brisket pita, lamb chop and pork rib all delicious. May be gunning for my fav spot in town
Zero proof cocktail menu co-developed by owner David Wallace and noted mixologist, Jessica Robinson of Justini Cocktails
Amazing bras that actually fit!! Highly recommend this place if your looking for bras or lingerie
There is a statue of Ruby Bridges by Mario Chiodo (dedicated in 2014) that lies in the inner courtyard. Call for appointment to peep.
Wow- I’ll be thinking/dreaming about this meal for a LONG time. Loved every dish (we did the tasting menu with the wine pairings). A truly delightful experience. YUM! Can’t recommend enough.
While Central Grocery is closed to repair hurricane damage, their signature Muffuletta sammies are available here at Sidneys
Since 2008, this petite patch has been home to artist David Adickes' sculpture TRIBUTE TO AMERICAN STATESMANSHIP (known more affectionately as MOUNT RUSH HOUR). Thems some big heads!
Moisant Market sells Central Market Muffuletta sandwiches. Location is Levl 2,outside Concourse B. Good snackin, mnom mnom.
Norris Wright Cuney (1846-1898), politician, mason, and labor advocate for the rights of African Americans rest here under a giant obelisk
Nkwobi and afang rly good. Got it with "assorted meat" that came in big pieces, a bit unwieldly but super tasty. Glad for the handwashing bowl. Authentic spicing, lotta heat. I'm sweatin, whoo!
Woman owned and women ran and a safe space for all skin types, bodies, abilities, and gender expressions. DM via artists' IGs to book.
a bit utilitarian of a space, but they more than make up for it with balanced and delicious cocktails. Both the Eve (absinthe) and the sherry/habanero joint were great. Snacks!
Dope little speakeasy feels like it’s East Village NY. Ostensibly reservation only, but after 10 ive walked in. They had this one drink….
Really great bars along this road to drink delicious cocktails/local brews, listen to live music, and hang out... plenty of different styles/vibes to choose from at each venue
Great funky beers, awesome atmosphere, and good selection of games including SNES, Dreamcast, and NBA Jam!
Ask for a "Garden Room" table when making your reservation. At lunch, enjoy a more relaxed dress code, 25¢ martinis, & the classic 3-course menu: turtle soup, quail, & bread pudding soufflé. Amazing!
I went fully expecting to have a nice steak, but my wife and I ended up getting the 'Grand Amuse' - that was a spectacular collection of fresh seafood - really excellent
Last Panchos in south Texas and so worth the nostalgia trip. ❤️ the decor, sweet servers, plentiful tasty hot food w/ lots of options & great value. Raise the flag for refills and fresh sopapillas!
Beneath the Battle Oaks is a statue of Barbara Jordan. Jordan was the first African-American woman from the South to serve in the U.S. Congress.
Famous short story writer William Porter, better known as O. Henry, lived here with his wife and children from 1893-95.His story, "The Gift of the Magi," is among the most anthologized works ever.
A local radical bookstore and community space, home to political meetings, anarchist author talks, and film screenings and discussions. Try one of the delicious vegan snacks. Leggi tutto.
Texas' first 100% booze-free bottle shop, featuring over 300 non-alcoholic beer, wine, spirits and ready-to-drink cocktails
2024 New Orleans Jazz and Herritage Festival Thu, Apr 25 – Sun, May 5th
