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| - Located inside the Orleans hotel, I had a 10% off coupon, so I decided to give them a try. I love oysters, but I do get super disappointed when I order a half dozen raw oysters, and they come out looking punier than the meat inside mussels. Prices here are soooo reasonable, and in hindsight, I should have gotten a baker's dozen (13) for $21. But I did want to try some other items, so I ordered a half a dozen (6) for $12. It was served with prepared horseradish and cocktail sauce. Topped with some lemon juice and Tapatio hot sauce, they were delicious.
Next up, I tried the Louisiana Crab Cakes. Those were very meaty and delicious. Nicely breaded, crisp and golden on the outside, yet moist and chunks of crab meat on the inside. Very good.
I was torn between the Boston and the Manhatten Clam Chowder. I asked the guy working the oyster bar which he preferred. And he said, well how about the Seafood Chowder? It is a blend of the Boston and the Manhatten Chowders, so still a good creamy soup, but just not as thick. In addition to clams, it has shrimp, scallops, and crab meat. And the meats are generous. Don't you hate it when you order chowder, and you get tons of potatoes and soup, but few clams? Yeah, not the case here. And again, for the price, it was very reasonable. I loved this Chowder, by the way. Wish I could ship a huge pot's worth back home.
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