The Bywater is Going Off Again: Mariza Opens Tonight

2900 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA 70117
Phone: (504) 598-5700
Website: marizaneworleans.com
Status: Opening today at 5 p.m.

Are you ready for this? Mariza, the Italian-inspired restaurant from the Iris team? husband and wife combo Chef Ian Schnoebelen and Laurie Casebonne? opens this evening at 5 p.m. in the Rice Mill Lofts (2700 Chartres Street). The couple, who also live in the Bywater, went for a more casual approach to dining with their second restaurant. You won't find white table cloths here, but more of a laid back atmosphere where you can hang with your friends and gorge yourself on homemade pastas, salumi, and such. Also expect a craft cocktails and a new concept for the Bywater, a raw bar.

Hours: Tuesday-Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 5 to 11 p.m.
Previous Coverage: 1/21/13, 1/10/13, 1/7/13, 10/19/12, 10/1/12
Further Reading: Gambit, Times-Pic