new-orleans Reviews
Page 2Sylvain
Sylvain in the French Quarter is the neighborhood spot you wish was on your block, with some classic dishes and a back patio perfect for a drink.
Killer Poboys
Killer Poboys is the best po’boy shop in the Quarter, with gourmet options like glazed pork belly, along with all of the classics.
Cafe Du Monde
Cafe Du Monde is one of the touristy spots in town, but the famous beignets are worth the line.
Cafe Sbisa
Cafe Sbisa serves classic creole food, but really you come here for the great second floor patio, or to grab drinks at their restored bar.
Brennan’s
If you only have brunch once in New Orleans, make sure it’s at Brennan’s in the French Quarter.
Bar Tonique
When you need a break from Bourbon Street, but can’t leave the Quarter, head to Bar Tonique for a quality $6 cocktail, and no bachelor parties.
Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop
There are a lot of terrible bars on Bourbon Street, but Lafitte’s isn’t one of them. Grab a voodoo juice, enjoy the patio, and be glad you ended up here.
The Carousel Bar & Lounge
The Carousel Bar at Hotel Monteleone is indeed a bar on a moving carousel, and while it can feel a bit gimmicky, you should still grab a drink here.
Tipitina’s
Tipitina’s is one of the best spots to see live music in New Orleans, and it regularly hosts some of the biggest brass shows in the city.
Sazerac Bar
Go to the Sazerac Bar at the Roosevelt Hotel to start the night with a cocktail, or whenever you need a break from nearby Bourbon Street.
Bacchanal Wine
Bacchanal in the Bywater is a wine-fueled utopia, with nightly live music, a huge backyard, and an atmosphere that could never be duplicated.
Blue Nile
Blue Nile on Frenchmen hosts live music every night, and has a great outdoor balcony for when you need a breather between sets.
Parleaux Beer Lab
Parleaux Beer Lab in the Bywater is a great spot to day drink, try out some food trucks, and even do some morning yoga.
Apple Barrel Bar
Apple Barrel Bar on Frenchmen is one of the smallest bars on the street, and one of the best spots around for live music.
Barrel Proof
There are 390 reasons to come to Barrel Proof in the Lower Garden District, and they’re all whiskey.
The Bulldog
The Bulldog in Uptown is where to go when you want to drink a few beers on a patio, and get completely away from the French Quarter.
Maple Leaf Bar
The Maple Leaf in Uptown is a great bar to see some live music, often until 4am, and it hosts the Rebirth Brass Band every Tuesday.
Kermit’s Treme Mother in Law Lounge
You could mistake Kermit’s for any neighborhood corner store, but this is one of the best bars in New Orleans for live music.
Hotel Saint Vincent
Saint Vincent Hotel is somewhere you can snack on fried calamari, sip on cocktails in their lobby Paradise Lounge, and dance the night away.
The Elysian Bar
The Elysian Bar, located in the Marigny, is one of the coziest and most romantic bars in New Orleans.
Hot Tin
Hot Tin is on the top floor of the Pontchartrain Hotel, and it’s one of our favorite rooftop bars in New Orleans.
Bar Marilou
Bar Marilou is a swanky cocktail bar in New Orleans that's the perfect place to drink a martini.
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
For the best po’boy in New Orleans, head to Parkway in Mid-City and you won’t be disappointed.
Pêche
Peche in the Warehouse District is a great spot for big groups, like when you and your 20 closest friends want to have a few drinks and eat seafood.
Cochon Butcher
Next door to the restaurant is Cochon Butcher, which is way more casual than its neighbor, but still serves great sandwiches and drinks.