So we are coming to see the Ed Sheeran concert but it’s at 7 and we wanted to drive down early to go eat somewhere. We wanted to know where is the best place to park to go eat and then walk to the smoothie king center, any suggestions

Bayou Burger and sports company. I promise you all the fancy places in the world will not compare

I always park at the hotel and Uber or Lyft around town unless it's within a 15 minute walk. Daisy dukes on st chartres is a favorite of mine

Walkon's is on Poydras St. close to the Arena and so is Dave & Busters is also right down the street from the arena. Or maybe you could try Acme Oyster House or Deanie's Seafood in the French Quarter.

How about Emeril''s Place on the other end of Poydras??

Johnny Sanchez or Walk-Ons. Both right around the corner.

If you are parking close to the arena, there are many choices on poydras. Try Walk-Ons or Dave and Busters.

Lot of walking...maybe uber then walk to arena

I wish I could help you, whenever I go someone always drop me off and pick me up