It’s a Mardi Party

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

If you like big beads and you cannot lie… you’re gonna wanna post up at these New Orleans-inspired spots and celebrations around Raleigh. Eat, drink and dance the night away, but don’t you worry—what happens on the float, stays on the float. 

The Big Easy

Our very own Nawlins nugget in Raleigh, The Big Easy is obv here for Mardi Gras. Head to DTR and down some bevs while grooving to live music. And up the authentic factor with some bites from Big Easy’s Cajun-inspired menu (think alligator bites, shrimp and gouda grits, and Bourbon Street chicken) that promise to put you in the Fat Tuesday spirit. 

St. Roch

Hola, NOLA. A Mardi Gras celebration at one of Raleigh’s most esteemed Nawlins-inspired restaurants is a no-brainer. Swing by for faves like oysters, crawfish hushpuppies, gumbo, fried seafood and more. Beignet, done that.

Hummingbird

Fill your soul (and stomach!) with New Orleans-inspired eats from chef-owner Colleen Speaks—from gumbo to fried chicken livers to po’boys and more. (Note: Hummingbird is closed on Tuesdays but will be open Wednesday for anyone who’s craving a late Mardi Gras celebration!)

Tap Yard

Tap into a fun Feb. 13 Fat Tuesday celebration at this ubercool neighboorhood bar + beer garden touting celebrations and bevs galore.

La Farm Bakery

Calling all kings and queens! Feast your eyes on a one-of-a-kind riff on the classic Mardi Gras king cake feat. brioche dough, cinnamon chips, decadent icing and colorful candy. Let’s eat!