WHERE TO EAT The best Red Beans and Rice in the world (according to food experts)

"15 Best Red Beans And Rice: Dooky Chase’s Restaurant - The Queen of Creole Cooking, Leah Chase, still at it in her nineties, will not countenance anything but superb red beans. Available on the buffet daily."

"They're the definition of something simple elevated to new heights."

"The gumbo is divine and the red beans and rice is definitive."

"A family-owned eatery located in a charming century-old building, Joey K's is the place to go for "a real taste of Louisiana soul food." Also try the classic Red Beans and Rice."

"There is something about the creamy, smoky, spicy flavor that just hits the spot, and makes going into a fast-food place worth it every once in a while."

"A rough-edge classic in every way, this no-frills eatery at the entrance to the French Quarter is a prime source for tender, expertly seasoned red beans and rice."

"15 Best Red Beans And Rice: Mandina's Restaurant - The memorable aspect of Mandina’s red beans is that one of the meat options is Italian sausage. That’s so good with red beans that it’s a wonder while it isn’t more common. The portion is enough for two."

"In the Quarter, you’ll find this dish daily at Creole cafes like Coop’s Place, where you can have it with pork chop, sausage, or Cajun fried chicken—which we call making a good thing better."

"Our favorite place to grab a Bloody Mary on the way to Jazz Fest is also one of our favorite places for the Monday tradition, which Liuzza’s serves with your choice of smoked sausage, hot sausage, grilled chicken, or paneed chicken."

"The rice had a hint of crunch to it still, showing that it was not overcooked and the tomato flavor was excellent. Large chunks of Andouille Sausage were peppered throughout the dish."