Elmwood isn't an enclosed mall, but a sprawling outdoor collection of department stores, boutiques, big box retailers and more. Some of the big names holding court are Best Buy, Big Lots, World Market, Old Navy, Ulta and Marshall's. As you walk and drive from place to place, there are tons of national and regionally based food places for you to grab a quick bite. Check out Theo's Pizza for delicious pies and friendly service. If you're with the kids, you can promise them that after shopping is over, you will take them to see a movie, with theaters within this shopping district's radius. Elmwood Center isn't too far from the hustle and bustle of downtown New Orleans.