Where to Stay

Peter and Paul Hotel- Teaser Festival has partnered with this luxury boutique hotel, nestled quietly in the beautiful and bohemian Marigny district of New Orleans. The Peter and Paul has the stunning Elysian Bar tucked within it, for the perfect cocktail before setting out on the town. Just steps from Frenchmen Street at the French quarter, the Peter and Paul is also hosting all events on 1/18/26 at their stunning Church venue.
Use the code: COMEBACK in the "corporate code" dropdown menu for a Teaser Festival Exclusive discount on lodging.

The Barnett Hotel- Teaser Festival has also partnered with the Barnett Hotel and its sister Property Maison Metier for two distinct and stylish choices in lodging. Located next to each other, the Barnett is sleek, stylish and trendy with hip decor and our host venue for the Local's Only Show on 1/15/26 at Good Measure. The Barnett has several bars and restaurants located on site. Maison Metier is the high fashion answer to all of your lodging needs. It was designed by famed iconic design house, Studio Shamshiri and there is not detail left unembellished, no luxury spared. Salon Salon, the bar within Maison Metier is the venue for the Champagne Gala and Absinthe Hour opening party for Teaser on 1/15/26. Both properties are located in the CBD district of New Orleans, near the Civic Theater (where all shows on 1/16/26 will be).
Use the code: G-TF26 on the "corporate code" in the drop down menu for a Teaser Festival exclusive discount.

For Your Body

Ground Work Nola: Deep tissue Thai massage from Pai. Use the code TEASER to get a 90-minute massage for $125.

For Your Mind

The Ogden Museum of Art: The largest collection of Southern art from a diverse array of artists, located in the Warehouse District.

NOMA Sculpture Garden: Free and open to the public. Stroll through the most tranquil part of City Park and see sculptures from world-famous artists.

Eat

Fine Dining

Doris Metropolitan: White tablecloth, steak, and caviar for those who buy only Swarovski.

Sylvain: Cozy, sexy, candlelit, and tucked away in the heart of the French Quarter.

Peche: Coastal and Cajun cuisine from the legendary Donald Link.

Herbsaint: The upscale benchmark for New Orleans cuisine by James Beard award-winning chef Donald Link.

Dooky Chase: Classic New Orleans fare from iconic chef Leah Chase (the inspiration for Disney’s *The Princess and the Frog*). Not to be missed. If you do one thing on this list, do this.

Dakar Nola: Traditional Senegalese fare with a New Orleans twist from chef Serigne Mbaye. Voted one of the best new restaurants in the nation by *Bon Appétit* this year.

Casual Fare

Porgy's Seafood: The correct choice for boiled crawfish.

Parkway Tavern & Bakery: THE destination for po-boys.

The Will & the Way: Perfect for nibbles and a classic cocktail in a breezy, cool French Quarter gem.

Cochon Butcher: The finest take on the muffuletta and other NOLA staples.

St. Pizza: When you need a NY slice, but not the hassle of a flight.

Lily’s Cafe: No-frills Vietnamese, long on flavor, easy on the wallet; vegetarian options available.

Turkey & the Wolf: Hip, ironic, and iconic tastes of the South from celeb chef Mason Hereford.

Coop’s: Gritty, sticky, and utterly delicious; known for their gumbo and rabbit tasso jambalaya.

Late Night

Bouligny Tavern: A swanky, dimly lit spot for a sexy late-night nosh.

Anna’s: The Bywater’s best late-night food with a fun vibe.
34: The latest offering from the Emeril Lagasse empire. It is modern Portuguese food and offers non-fried late night eats.

Breakfast

Bearcat: Vegan and vegetarian (and distinctly non-vegetarian) options that absolutely slap.

Molly’s Rise & Shine: Greasy perfection to take the edge off of last night.

Cafe Malou: Located uptown, next to Octavia Bookshop, it is relaxed, chic and very tasty.

Drink

Coffee

Pond Coffee: Teaser Fest Staff pick for coffee

Lamara: Great coffee, turmeric lattes, and vegan fare.

Honey's: Bohemian espresso fare

Low Point Coffee: The Bywater’s perfect pour.

Nova Espresso: Downtown CBD area, quality espresso

Cocktails & Wine

Peychaud's: When you NEED a patio and a perfect martini.

Tuff Break Loser's Lounge: being a "loser" never felt so good! Great dive bar in the bywater...keep an eye out for their celebrity bartender too.

Bacchanal: Casual al fresco drinking/backyard wine sipping.

Jewel of the South: A hidden “jewel” in the French Quarter; iconic cocktail program.

Bar Tonique: A dive bar with fancy classic cocktails and the right amount of grit in the French Quarter.

Barrelproof: Fancy "dive" bar with the best whiskey selection.

Five’s Bar: The pearl of Jackson Square (and a port in the storm). Fabulous cocktails, killer raw bar with oysters and crab claws not to be missed.