(Staff photo by Ian McNulty, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune) Buffa’s return to 24-hour service comes after a precipitous drop in late-night dining around New Orleans and across the country.

While it's fun to be at the center of the action, there's really no escaping the late-night noise. If you want to experience New Orleans properly, it's best to begin your tour here. Recent ...

11, 2024, in New Orleans. Erika Goldring/Getty Images Shultz said Saturday night hotel occupancy for the second weekend of Mardi Gras was 95% compared to 83% during the same night last year.