Location: French Quarter
Top Things to do in French Quarter
What to do and see in French Quarter, Louisiana (LA): The Best Bars & Clubs
Laissez les bons temps rouler! In New Orleans the good times are perpetually rolling down Bourbon Street, which, thanks to the city’s annual Mardi Gras celebration, has quite a party animal reputation. Once you’ve soaked up the scenery of the historic French Quarter, tour the elegant Garden District and meet the colorful characters of Frenchmen Street. Experience the city's supernatural vibe at the Voodoo Museum or by taking a guided ghost or vampire tour through taverns, alleyways, and cemeteries.
Restaurants in New Orleans
1. Cuban Creations Cigar Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
Cuba and New Orleans have a long relationship with one another and our lounge pays tribute to that relationship with only finest Cuban seeded cigars from Nicaragua, perfectly hand rolled. Our extensive spirits selection makes for the perfect combination. We have the only license in the french quarter where you can smoke, eat, and drink inside.
Reviewed By bebe0220
everyone visiting New Orleans should definitely check this place out!! the staff is incredible, cleanest restrooms in the quarter, great selection of liquor and house cigars are great! i visit Nola several times a year and will for sure visit every time! my new favorite spot!
2. Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,936 reviews
Arguably the city's most historic bar, the Blacksmith, dates to 1772.
Reviewed By gooseboy54481 - Boonton, United States
This historic bar on the eastern half of Bourbon Street has been operating since 1772. The atmosphere inside is fun and inviting. The drinks, even at Mardi Gras, were also very reasonably priced. This is a must-see spot in the French Quarter.
3. Tropical Isle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 274 reviews
The downstairs Tropical Isle bar presents live entertainment seven nights a week featuring Debi & The Deacons, Captain Leo, Rhythm & Rain and other great bands specializing in Trop-Rock. The upstairs “Top of the Trop” area has a wrap around balcony with a fabulous view of Bourbon Street, big screen TVs, a pool table and a jukebox filled with lots of Jimmy Buffet music. The world famous Hand Grenade, Tropical Itch, Horny Gator and Shark Attack are served at both bars. The perfect place for your special event or private party. Check out our live webcam of the outside entrance and also our live streaming webcam of the stage.
Reviewed By Hunnybunch776 - Dallas, United States
I had never been to NOLA until this past weekend but I KNEW I would HAVE to have a hand grenade! They have regular and skinny. Frozen and on the rocks. They are $10 and if you keep your cup the refills are $9. Careful, these things can creep up on you! The frozen is sweeter than the rock but the Rocks is stronger. All very tasty. Went back the next day because someone told me I had to try the Shark Attack. All I can say is... definitely get a shark attack!! SO AWESOME HOW THEY SERVE IT! SO FUN! There are 2 or 3 locations. They check ID's coming in. Will definitely be back when I am back in NOLA!
4. Bombay Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
This club offers a very friendly and comfortable atmosphere along with good music and food.
Reviewed By dwhch38456 - Ethridge, United States
Great atmosphere! We sat at the bar and enjoyed talking with other patrons. The drinks are very affordable during happy hour. Highly recommend their "Champagne Charlotte!"
5. The Carousel Bar & Lounge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 395 reviews
This famous bar revolves around the room.
Reviewed By techdir - Owensville, United States
Excellent bar just off the lobby of the Hotel Monteleone. The circular bar is decorated as a carousel and rotates as you enjoy a cool beverage. Plenty of non-rotating seating as well. Live entertainment in the evenings.
6. Razzoo Bar and Patio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 174 reviews
Located in the heart of the world famous French Quarter, Razzoo is Bourbon Street's premier night club. We offer 3 for 1 happy hour everyday until 8pm. We offer live music Sunday through Thursday featuring our house band "The Phunkey Monkeys" starting at 8pm. On Friday and Saturday nights we turn it over to DJ Nitro, MC Rocka, MC Face, and MC Jessica for a no holds barred dance party.
Reviewed By Packers9
Went here with a large group for my birthday one night. The atmosphere definitely got you in the mood to party. Drinks were delivered quickly and were very good. Dance floor was packed and the song selections had you dancing and singing along. We ended up going to a couple other bars that night but wished we would have stayed here. We had a blast!
7. Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 421 reviews
Reviewed By HamSamwich
Maison Bourbon is preserving REAL jazz every night with great bands. Real trumpets, saxes, clarinets, upright bass, real piano. Louis Armstrong would be proud! They have great prices on drinks and food, and no cover charge. You can't beat this place, especially if you compare it to the place around the corner with "preservation" in its name. Keep up the good work entertaining the people, Maison Bourbon! I'll be visiting every time I vist NOLA.
8. Old Opera House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
9. Erin Rose
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 364 reviews
Erin Rose is a neighborhood bar steps from Bourbon street. Life is good when sitting in the windows watching the world go by while sipping on a delicious adult libation. While small and cozy big on love and great passion for history, (hence the decor on the walls) community, and good times. Our motto says it all... Local Chaos Local Prices Local Love
Reviewed By 292dantonb
Skip the pricey restaurants. The good food is in that dive that you normally wouldn't look twice at. Such was definitely the case with the Po boys at the Erin Rose. You walk in and all you see is a cosy dive bar...you have to walk all the way to back to a tiny space with one table, a small kitchen and all the magic of the Erin Rose Po-boys. I had the Glazed Pork Belly po-boy and it was AMAZING! Try it, you won't regret it!
10. BMC Balcony Music Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 181 reviews
Balcony Music Club (or "BMC") is conveniently located on the corner of Esplanade and Decatur. Although this music venue is in the French Quarter, and it isn't technically on Frenchmen Street (one block away), it's definitely a part of the Frenchmen culture. You will find a wide range of music at BMC! Brass, jazz, blues, folk, funk, rock, and country. One great thing about BMC is that its music lineup often starts much earlier than the rest of Frenchmen St, so you can get started closer to midday and happy hour, especially on weekends. And since there's usually no cover, you can pop in for a few songs, take a stroll, and come back at your leisure. BMC, also affectionately known as the Center Of The Universe, showcases live bands seven nights a week. Since the venue is larger than most in the area, it's usually not as cramped, but on busy nights, you likely will not find seating. In which case you can relax at their indoor/outdoor patio bar, stand, or dance the night away. Either way, the staff is friendly, drink prices are reasonable, the entertainment is always on point and you will not be disappointed.
Reviewed By Phil-Bram - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Walking down Frenchmen street this place stood out by a mile. Great vibe brilliant music and cheap drinks with no cover charge Would definitely recommend this place.
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