A Brief Biography of Metairie
Metairie, a quaint but vibrant suburb, was initially established as a farming community, in which the farmers paid the landowner with a portion of their crops every year.
Today, Metairie is a bustling suburb, situated between New Orleans, Kenner, Lake Pontchatrain and the Mississippi River. Metairie's main commercial corridor is Veteran's Memorial Blvd, with a secondary stretch on Metairie Rd in what is called "Old Metairie." Residents of Metairie enjoy easy access to New Orleans, the lake, great shopping and the Louis Armstrong International Airport. |
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Grocery Stores
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There are several large and small markets available to match the rapid growth of Metairie.
Dorignac's is a longtime area fixture, with great prices, local produce and the real local flavor. In addition, you can shop at the International Market for several items from around the world, and also places like Winn Dixie, Whole Foods, Robert Fresh and more. |
Dorignac's parking lot
Whole Foods on Veterans Memorial Blvd
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Restaurants
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Residents of Metairie can enjoy quick access to lots of great food: local, American and international flavors abound. Some of these are Gogi Korean Restaurant, El Paso Mexican Grill, Mr. Ed's Oyster Bar, and Hummus & More, among many other local favorites. |
Schools
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Metairie has at least 19 schools currently available to residents, each with its own special programs. Two of these are Bridgedale Elementary and Crescent City Christian School.
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