New American
BABs
New Orleans, Louisiana
Why stop here: BABs is a $$$ new american pick in New Orleans. Order Dirty rice arancini.
CuisineNew American
Price$$$
TownNew Orleans
Nina Compton's award-winning Bywater neighborhood bistro (formerly Bywater American Bistro), serving refined seasonal small plates.
What to order
Dirty rice arancini
At BABs, Roamward highlights Dirty rice arancini because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.
Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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