STAY FAR AWAY -- They literally stole our wedding deposit…read more We paid over $5,000 for wedding welcome drinks and Common House Charlottesville suddenly shut down. Now they're ghosting us on our money. No refunds, no real communication, just endless "ongoing legal process" excuses while we're left holding the bag. This company is clearly bankrupt or headed there fast due to terrible mismanagement. We're now forced to go to court during wedding planning an incredibly stressful and expensive nightmare they created. The whole operation feels rotten. Richmond, Chattanooga, New Orleans - whatever location you're looking at, do not give them your money. They will take your deposit and leave you screwed.

The Common House is truly something special. Think part cool kids club house, part work place, part…read moregym, part pool scene and part creative/learning space. It's like no other business in the city and I'm proud to be a part of it. Normally, I'd be a bit guarded about a social club that started in other cities wouldn't get New Orleans right, but this place has embraced our vibrant community and has put together programming that not only totally "gets it," but brings it to the next level. From the Liquor & Lectures series (my favorite) to the holiday celebrations to Friday night DJs to their excellent Happy Hour and holiday pop-ups, there's always something going on. Even when there's isn't something "going on," it's just the best place to get your co-working done. Love the hip and art-filled modern warehouse ambiance (local artists OFC) and that pool bar is right out of your Golden Girls dreams. Speaking of the pool, yes, it's an inviting experience with friendly people around you. I tend to go on the later side b/c I don't love the sun so I avoid the crowds, too. Membership really has its perks, from the guest policy to the programming to the really huge gym. And I'm so grateful they've made the restaurant even better with decent vegan options. I had brunch here and loved my faro bowl. The only thing that has given me pause is the 20% fee added on to checks which is not a gratuity. So it can get pricey when you consider that you're paying 40% more than the price of a drink or a meal. I love the staff here so it's unthinkable that I would just pretend that I think the 20% "member fee" is their tip. That aside, I love Common House and I love bringing my friends in as guests. Everyone is so blown away by the space and the friendliness of the staff.

Oh my goodness. Looking to have your reception here or any event?! Do it! 110% do it! This is your…read moresign saying to do it! Rebecca (the Federal Ballroom event planner) is simply INCREDIBLE. I was taken such good care of that I felt like royalty. They were always several steps ahead of not multiple! I am BEYOND pleased with my decision to work with them and have had my wedding reception there! So much love for that team!

Was lucky enough to come to a wedding here earlier in December. Apparently the place was originally…read morea federal bank/safe that's been turned into an event venue. We adored it for its architectural detail, the fabulous dance floor, the great set up and the super sweet staff. They even have an attended elevator! It's a little bit hidden but the perfect distance from the Church of the Immaculate Conception for a Second Line band. We marched on over with kerchiefs waving and the band playing. They have a little salon downstairs for the wedding party to relax in until it's time for them to enter the reception and then once the event was in full swing, they used it for gifts and general detritus. A great venue for a relatively small wedding... if you can get a hold of them :)

The only Black owned hotel in NOLA. Please don't be fooled by other places claiming to be Black…read moreowned. While I did not stay there I had an opportunity to tour the hotel and meet the owner Russell. Russell is an amazing philanthropist and someone whose heart for the community shows in the work that he does outside of the hospitality business. Absolutely beautiful and spacious, each decorated with a special NOLA theme. A cute speakeasy which host jazz bands on Thursdays A large kitchen for guests to prepare their own meals Lastly they have a beautiful outdoor pool What's not to love! I'll definitely make plans to stay here if I visited again so that I can speak to that experience

Great customer service and also a nice drink menu and bar options . I will be back and I'll bring…read moremore friends

Great place for a medium sized wedding…read more Staff was fabulous. Not sure who did the catering, but the food was delicious. The bride and groom looked so happy and the courtyard and side area where the wedding was held were perfect for photos. Plenty of parking. Highlight of the evening was a surprise second line with a six piece jazz band. Loved the trumpet and trombone players. So much high energy. Perfect way to end a beautiful wedding and start a wonderful marriage.

I've been to the NOPSI rooftop pool several times for different events, including Yelp Elite events…read moreand Tales of the Cocktail, and it's always a good time. The rooftop has a great atmosphere and is a fun place to enjoy drinks, music, and the pool. I also love seeing the direction NOPSI is taking with its rebranding. The rooftop has been hosting some really fun events and creating new experiences, and I'm excited to see what they continue to bring to the space. Whether you're attending an event or just looking for a fun rooftop experience, this is definitely a spot I enjoy returning to.

My husband got me a room for my birthday so that I could have some me time and soak in the tub. I…read morehave visited the rooftop bar several times so it was a treat to stay in the room. The room was chic and cute but the star of the show was the bathroom. My husband opened those double doors and revealed my own personal spa. The lighting was perfect for an intimate, peaceful and looooonnnng soak. I stayed in the tub 3 hours. Then retired to the softest and comfortable bed. A birthday well spent.

This was my first time at the Fillmore. I was surprised by the amount of space. It was crowded…read morebut it was comfortable. The lines were long to get drinks but it was moving quickly. But next I will get seat, instead of standing.

I attended the Juvenile Boiling point tour at the Fillmore. Getting through security was quick, and…read morethe staff was friendly. I'm glad I added lounge access to my ticket because the show started late and we had GA standing room only tickets. BG's Lounge was a nice vibe. There were happy hour specials until 8 pm. There was also food. The fries were better than the boudin arancini according to my friend. I did find lounge access to be overpriced, but it saved me from standing for an additional hour. The lounge restroom was clean too. One thing I found interesting was that I called ahead to see what time the show started because the ticket said 7 (show was actually slated for 8), and the person who answered the phone was unsure.

Ok, I'll start by saying they tend to have some issues from time to time, but always accommodate as…read morebest they can and do what they can to make it right. It's a kids place, so tough to keep everything operational all the time. The big positives are the variety of options, bowling, bounce obstacle course, extensive arcade (the costs add up quick on these games, beware), and a great bar area for parents to hang out. Their Sunday football viewing may be the best of any venue within 10 miles. Sneaky great place to bring the kids on a Sunday while parents hang at the bar to catch some football.

What a fun time! My bro, cousins and I had a family outing and brought the kids for an afternoon…read more It was a busy day at surge but the more the merrier at a place like this. The highlights were definitely the go-carts but also the arcade because the variety of games are great. There's something for everyone including adults so it's great for date night or just hanging out and watching a game at the bar. The TVs are huge. We had drinks but didn't have any food but from what we saw being served, it appeared to be pretty standard bar food. Can't wait to go back and try bowling and laser tag.

Had the best time at Bryant Park today! It's surprising it took me so long to visit, considering…read morehow long I've lived in the CBD area. They really did a fantastic job, great hospitality, delicious drinks, and such a pretty setting. Paige was an incredible bartender, and Bryant was a true gentleman. They hosted an event from the convention center that turned out to be absolutely awesome. It was my first visit, but it definitely won't be my last!

Bryant Park NOLA is a new bar with a long tradition they are carrying from their Dino's heritage…read more Dino's Bar & Grill was a long time favorite of mine and it was a very popular bar in this area for many years and this is their new location after they moved just across the street from their old location. The old Dino's was long noted for being a really great spot to grab a good meal and have some good times in New Orleans. So as Bryant Park NOLA Eatery & Drinkery is now the new home of the old Dino's Bar & Grill they connect with many of my good memories of some good times and good food I carry into their space along with some high expectations. I stopped in here on my first visit to sample their cheeseburger and that was a decent experience. I invited a few friends to join me for their steak night and that got a bit more problematic with the pricing as somehow they don't have beer prices on the menus here and I didn't see anything posted about a happy hour. So somehow the price of beer jumps from $4 to $6 once happy hour ends which would have been fine if they would have posted something up about that or had it on the menu. I just find charging $6 for a Yuengling to be excessive personally but they can charge what they want but they need to post their prices. My dining companions were also a bit surprised at their bills as well so that left a bit of a bad taste in our mouths. I think this fancy new joint has a lot of possibilities so I just hope they get better at being better at posting prices. My video review of Bryant Park NOLA is here: https://youtu.be/zpNd2lNkBQ8