Elizabeth's

"Home of praline bacon and some of the best bloody Marys in town, this Bywater breakfast icon does morning comfort food right — from fried chicken livers and eggs to breakfast po-boys. It also serves breakfast calas, a New Orleans specialty of deep fried rice balls. Elizabeth’s is open Thursday through Monday and there’s generally a wait on the weekends." - Clair Lorell, Beth D'Addono, Eater Staff

"Open for breakfast and lunch Thursday through Tuesday, there’s often a wait for brunch at Elizabeth’s, the longtime neighborhood favorite famed for its strong bloody marys and praline bacon (yes, it’s good.) Meat and three stick-to-your-rib daily specials include the likes of meatloaf and chicken fried steak. Decor is mostly by Dr. Bob, the cantankerous artist whose studio is just up the road." - Beth D'Addono, Clair Lorell

"There’s a chance you’ve woken up thinking, “Things really went sideways last night after that third hurricane last night.” When that happens, head east to Elizabeth’s. This place is famous for its huge breakfast and brunch dishes, like eggs Florentine topped with fried oysters and sweet potato duck hash over a cornbread waffle, along with their praline bacon. They also serve really solid cocktails, like a morning margarita and brandy milk punch—no hurricanes in sight." - team infatuation, megan braden perry

"Fans of Elizabeth’s praline bacon have been flocking here for decades for brunch, served Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The funky two-story roadhouse situated across from the Mississippi is known for a rowdy weekend vibe and affordable, well-garnished bloody marys along with a slew of brunch drinks. The fried catfish and eggs are a winner, all the waffles are good, and the campfire smoked ribeye and eggs doused with hollandaise is a real belly buster." - Beth D'Addono, Clair Lorell

"If you’re looking for the ultimate vegan tasting menu (and one of the cheaper options), head to Elizabeth’s. The small downtown restaurant has tables covered in every fork, knife, spoon, and glass you can imagine (a whirlwind for those of us who skipped our time with Emily Post). Jazz and neosoul music play in the dining room that’s dimly lit by candle sconces hung between gold-framed paintings reminiscent of Goya and Renior. The $110 menu rotates seasonally, but expect dishes like the fiery kale chips that you’ll want to snack on all night and some of our favorite caviar in the city—which is actually drops of algae served with a delicious cashew crème fraiche." - Tristiaña Hinton