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East of the French Quarter, in the virtually tourist-free neighborhoods, you can find colorful homes, fun bars, and many off-the-beaten-path eateries. In the Marigny, try the Cake Café and Sukho Thai. In the Bywater, have brunch at Elizabeth’s, or late-night drinks at the Saturn Bar. On Sundays, the Bywater wine bar Bacchanal hires chefs from local restaurants to cook al dente in their lush, tropical courtyard, and every third Saturday the Bywater Art Market sets up in Markey Park, selling art, crafts, and food. West of the French Quarter, you can find plenty of hidden gems in the sprawling Uptown neighborhoods, such as fine dining at Clancy’s or a fresh, delicious brunch at Surrey’s Juice Bar. There are even hidden gems on some of the more residential streets of the French Quarter. Cosimo’s is a comfortable and pretty little place with delicious (and inexpensive!) food and drinks. Also be sure to check out a local Mid-City favorite – gelato and cannoli at Angelo Broccatos.