I used to live in NO for 13 years. I've lived in the major cities in the US and in Europe and in my opinion the very best food of all, the best eating to be had in the US is in NO. Even the mom and pop cafes are delicious. Please do not eat in a chain restaurant while you are there. Walk into any cafe on the corner and have a gourmet's delight. The better known restaurant's can't be beat by any anyplace. The city is worth traveling to if you did nothing but eat! It's a shame you will have such a short amount of time. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!!!!!!