OFF THE RECORD

What is off the record?

Off The Record at Paradigm Gardens is your weekday escape to delicious flavors and vinyl sounds from around the world, right in the heart of New Orleans. Spend the evening in our lush outdoor garden venue enjoying garden-fresh dishes that are bold, bright, and delicious. Each Off The Record night features a top New Orleans DJ who specially curates a musical vibe that pairs with the culinary theme and keeps the energy going while you sip, stroll, and soak up the vibe under the lights. Bring your friends, come hungry, and expect a night that feels like a mini vacation without leaving the city. Each listing includes the date, start time, and event details so you know exactly what to expect before you arrive. Check back often for updated info and new Off the Record dates added throughout the year.

How Much Do off the record Tickets Cost & what do they Include?

Tickets to the Off the Record are $20 but you can subscribe to our newsletter for discounts and other perks. Also, members of Common House get discounts as well. Ticket price includes entry to a specially curated vibe. Food and drinks are purchased separately. You can purchase tickets below.

Are Kids Allowed?

The Off the Record series are adult only events. We do love kids though and they are welcome at our more family-friendlyBrunch Market or Goat Yoga.

Are Dogs Allowed?

We love dogs but they are not allowed to the Off the Record events. They are welcome to our family-friendly Brunch Market events.

What about the bar?

We are so excited to have nationally award-winning startender Erika Flowers of Taste of the Tropics taking over our bar to bring you delicious, garden-fresh drinks that pair with the theme and menu of each Off the Record night.

How do I purchase Tickets?

Tickets can be purchased directly on our website below, on Eventbrite, or at the door.

Is there Parking?

Yes, there is free parking lot behind us on Clio St as well as ample street parking.

What’s on the Menu?

Each iteration of Off the Record will feature two different amazing chefs that will prepare a delicious garden-fresh meal based on the theme of the night. We release the menu the week leading up to each Off the Record night in our newsletter and Instagram. Follow us below.

Who is Cooking & DJ-ing?

Colombian Earthquake Fundraiser Edition

September 28th, 2026 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Sounds: DJ Yeyo & DJ Shabbakano

Restaurants: Baru & Waska

Bar: Taste of the Tropics featuring

Fuego Latin Edition

October 19th, 2026 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Sounds: DJ Santero

Restaurants: Panchita & Tia Maria

Bar: Taste of the Tropics featuring

Afro-Caribbean Edition

November 16th, 2026 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Sounds: DJ T-Roy

Restaurants: Queen Trini Lisa & BJay's Spot

Bar: Taste of the Tropics featuring

Holiday Edition

December 7th, 2026 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Sounds: TBD

Restaurants: Two Bites Catering

Bar: Taste of the Tropics featuring

What should I Wear?

Paradigm Gardens is an outside real garden, so dress accordingly. There are many brick walking paths but there is also grass so high heels are not recommended. Generally, people dress polished-casual, but it is New Orleans after all, so come as the spirit guides you (formal attire, casual, or in costume 🥳)

This Looks so Cool! What if I Wantto Book the Garden for a Private Event?

We would love to host your wedding, anniversary, birthday party, graduation, corporate event or any other private event! It is kind of our specialty 😉