Mardi Gras, a celebration of good food, funky music and carnivalesque fun, falls on Feb. 12 this year. And while we might not be able to celebrate in New Orleans, many spots in the city are conjuring up the Louisiana-style revelry. Check out the top five places to celebrate the festival this year.

A version of this article appeared in the Feb. 6 print edition. Bryna Shuman is a staff writer. Email her at [email protected].