Gene's Tasty Burger, a local favorite for decades, closed in 2024. The new owner of the iconic Gene's Tasty Burger neon sign said the sign will be taken care of — but will not be on public display.

The neon sign spelling out the name of the Beachcorner Bar & Grill (4905 Canal St., 504-488-7357) has long given a timeless look to this Canal Street tavern, known for ...