El Gato Negro offers a vibrant, Mexican-kitchen experience built on family recipes from Michoacán. The menu features dishes such as fire-grilled seafood, skirt steak, pork chops in rich sauces, and freshly made guacamole. Alongside the food, the bar serves hand-squeezed margaritas, exotic tequilas and fruit-infused cocktails. The ambiance is casual yet polished, and its prime location near the market makes it a solid choice for lunch, dinner or drinks while exploring New Orleans.