Breakfast in Bywater
July 27th, 2009
One of the best experiences of both Marigny and Bywater is enjoying a leisurely breakfast at one of the numerous neighborhood establishments that dot our landscape. Who hasn’t enjoyed breakfast at Elizabeth’s, The Cake Factory, La Peniche, or Bywater BBQ? But today let’s talk about one of the best-kept secrets in Bywater and that would be breakfast, or dinner for that matter, at The Country Club. Most people remember The Country Club as the private club with the fabulous pool, and although the pool is still private and still fabulous, the addition of a restaurant that is open to the public is a great addition to the neighborhood.
Located at 634 Louisa at the corner Royal, The Country Club’s home is a center hall frame cottage, with sophisticated Italianate features. Some have suggested it was built around the 1850’s, but as the style indicates a late nineteenth century time frame and as it does not appear on the Robinson map of 1883, the date of construction is probably some time after the 1880’s. Regardless of the date, it is a handsome structure with a deep gallery and exquisite detailing.
So a journey just to see a historic home lovingly preserved is worth the visit, but it is the addition of a superb breakfast that makes the event memorable. 
The pace is leisurely and quiet, and the length of breakfast can be extended by the number of mimosas consumed in anticipation of the hand milled grits with roasted garlic or the French toast with orange butter or other delights from the menu. Their daily special, prepared by Chef Coy LeBeau is always an inspired, tasty delight. Menu details and specials can be found on their website: www.thecountryclubneworleans.com
No doubt after one visit you will join others who have visited and become members of the “clean plate club”.
So next time you are wondering where to venture next for a fabulous meal, come on down to Bywater or Marigny, where the plethora of historic homes is always a treat and the tucked away neighborhood restaurants add to the experience.
Please call me at 504-812-8481 if I can be of any help in searching for one of our historic homes!
Posted by:
Carol-Jean Dixon
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