The protest is about the new Orient beach restaurants...Rent, not up to French code, no bars, no roofs, cost, unacceptable 3 yr contract, length of time people out of work (8 months) high cost of project etc. Road is blocked from the Cadisco Gas Station to Spring in French Quarter. No entry or exit at this time. After a few hours, taxis and buses are usually allowed in & out, but you never know Usually last several days.