$69 - Le Meritage: Excellent Dinner for 2 w/Wine, Reg. $156

The Deal

Le Meritage at The Maison Dupuy Hotel earns critical acclaim from Zagat, which gives it a "very good to excellent" (25) rating for its inventive southern coastal cuisine. With this exclusive Local Deal for $69, regularly $156, Travelzoo subscribers can dine on small plates and wine pairings for two at this oenophile’s "paradise" in the French Quarter. Or, for $125, regularly $312, four people can dine and save even more.

The Times-Picayune calls chef Michael Farrell's cuisine "visually striking" and gives it a rare 4-bean review. With this offer, select from the seasonally changing menu, which features small plates meant to be paired with a carefully curated list of wines. Each person chooses:

• Any three small plates, like Gulf shrimp and grits with tasso ham and red eye gravy; braised beef short rib with parsnip puree and basil gremolata; or pan-roasted halibut with a chive potato cake, apple-smoked bacon and lump crab meat

• Any two half glasses of wine to pair with your small plates, like Ca'Vittoria Prosecco Rose (Veneto, Italy) for the shrimp and grits, 2010 Lurton Malbec Reserva (Mendoza, Argentina) for the short rib, or 2008 Alma Rosa Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County, Calif.) to pair with the halibut

Complimentary valet parking is also included with this deal.

Travelzoo Tip: Take advantage of a $99-per-night rate -- which includes breakfast -- at The Maison Dupuy, which National Geographic named 2011's Best Boutique Hotel in New Orleans (subject to availability).

Terms and Conditions
Vouchers can be redeemed starting Tuesday, July 17, through Oct. 17, 2012. Any unused voucher credit cannot be applied toward additional purchases. Complimentary valet parking is also included with this deal. Limit 1 voucher per table. Reservations are required. The restaurant is closed on Sundays and Mondays. Not valid on holidays or holiday weekends. Valid for dine-in only. Seasonal items subject to change. Gratuity and tax, if applicable, are not included. Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcohol. This deal cannot be combined with any other offer. Must be used in 1 visit.