Dooky Chase's Restaurant
2301 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119
“Dooky Chaseβs Restaurant opened its doors for business in 1941. What was initially a sandwich shop and lottery ticket outlet in 1939 blossomed into a thriving bar and later a respected family restaurant in Treme. Founded by Emily and Dooky Chase, Sr., Dooky Chaseβs Restaurant soon became the meeting place for music and entertainment, civil rights, and culture in New Orleans.”