Damn... What in the hell is wrong with this board??? The girl is asking for information about coming to New Orleans for I'm assuming the first time and this board has wasted two pages without one simple helpful answer to her post. Nothing but a bunch of bickering and STUPID SHIT!!!
Ash 1102, if you use good judgement, screen well and come to N. O. with expectations of enjoying a great city, I am sure you will have a great time and meet some great guys.
If you are staying in the French Quarter area you should of course go to Cafe Du Monde for beignets and coffee. A couple restaurants I like in the quarter are Deanie's, Johnny's Po Boys, Acme Osyter Bar (grilled oysters)... Take a walk on the riverfront, see Jackson Square... lots of neat architectural sites in the area.
Just like ANY big city; be safe, stay aware of your surroundings... especially at night.
Also, I do't think you would go wrong visiting Baton Rouge for a couple nights... Bluebonnet Blvd., Essen lane areas or Downtown. Hope this has helped a bit.