Bywater American Bistro

For much of the pandemic, chef Nina Compton’s first New Orleans restaurant, Compere Lapin, has remained closed. It has since reopened, but the long-term laser-focus on Compton’s second location means the already-great restaurant never lost a beat. Compton’s St. Lucian roots mingle with New Orleans neighborhood vibes in dishes like the Snapper, which is served with okra and lima beans, and the vibrant Curried Rabbit.