We came here, the three of us, to play trivia and we had a great time. Came in 8th out of 12 teams, but that notwithstanding the service was great, some decent beers, and super friendly other customers. The large pretzel was not quite as soft and chewy as I'd hoped it would be but the burger I got was good and my friends enjoyed their selections as well. So it is a fun place to go and if it's trivia night, even better! read more

Bywater Brew Pub - The large pretzel. It's ok, but the spicy mustard is great! - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Stopped by here twice during a weekend in NoLa and gotta say it's definitely worth a visit while in the neighborhood. They have a few good options on happy hour, including food. But I enjoyed most their regular menu offerings. The crawfish nachos and Vietnamese coffee cocktail were so good, and the ube creme brulee flambe was amazing. My friends also had several of their beers that they enjoyed. Service was friendly, and we were amazed they remembered us on our second visit. Music was so so for NoLa, and wifi didn't work on Android for some reason. Still a great spot for food and drinks. read more

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Cleanest brew pub in town! Great brews. Great food. Great service. Just an overall terrific place to spend some time with friends. read more

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Honestly this place had some of the best crawfish that I had when visiting New Orleans. The crawfish are on the smaller side, but something about the way they season it just makes it fantastic. They had a deal where you could get a few pounds with some corn, potatoes, and bread for about $22. Service is pretty quick and the staff are very friendly. The restaurant layout overall s pretty cute and I'd recommend this purely for the crawfish deal if it's still available. It was so good we came back twice in two days! read more

The hours on this place are weird. What kind of liquor establishment closes at 9? But a lot of the NOLA restaurants have weird hours. My vegetarian traveling companion was recommended this place so that's why we made it a point to try out. Service was speedy and the ambience was neat. There was live music there, though the performer did come off a bit pushy, going to each table with a bucker asking folks if they'd like to donate to the "performer" (which was her). Now, as I was NOT the vegetarian at the table, I got the Vietnamese BBQ shrimp. The waiter warned me that I'd have to peel the shrimp so it'd be a bit of "work". As an avid seafood-lover, I was not deterred. It was DELICIOUS. These shrimp were jumbo-sized with the heads still on, but cooked to perfection so they popped off easily after shelling. They rested atop the buttermilk biscuit all sitting in a savory broth that had me licking my fingers and smacking my lips. I love Vietnamese cuisine, but this place added the New Orleans twist I came to this city for. Definitely worth a stop here. Oh, and they do fries RIGHT. I noticed this about a lot of restaurants in New Orleans. This city is good at fries. read more

Bywater Brew Pub - Vietnamese BBQ Shrimp! Prepare to get to shellin'! - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Fist time here after seeing this bar on Netflix Queer Eye. I order the carne asada fries and the crawfish etouffee nachos and omg amazing for bar food. Even though this is probably a limited Mardi Gras menu but it was good! Bartender was really nice and typical looking service bar with their own beer on tap. read more

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Dropped in to check out what THE Chef Anh Luu was dishing out and had a delightful midday Friday snack (meal, actually) in the middle of a few errands. Food came out quickly, was super delicious! The fries, crunchy and flavorful. I'd never had fried pickles but *really* enjoyed these, particularly w a little hot sauce and ranch. Buffalo fried pickles?! Also LOVED the Brussels. They're one of my fave sides in general so I've had my fair share of Brussels sprout dishes and these were amazing - crispy and well seasoned. Service was awesome too. Didn't do any drinks this visit but there are twelve house made brews for you to try and cocktails for those of us who don't do beer! ‍ Definitely a must try! read more

Bywater Brew Pub - Fries, fried pickles, & fried Brussels w/ ketchup, hot sauce, & charred scallion ranch (think I said that right but ) - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We came to this spot with a large group of about 15 people and the staff did a great job of making us feel welcome and handling our circus of orders. Beer was great, I especially enjoyed their Kolsch for a light option. Their food menu is very inventive and well-executed. I couldn't pass up the Phoritto - definitely my first time having something like this! The meat was tender and the vermicelli noodles gave the burrito enough heft to be filling. The pho dipping sauce was a great way to add flavor without being overpowering. We also had their beignets, crawfish nachos, and creme brulee - all so good! Definitely worth the trek off the main beaten path to check this place out. read more

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Stop what you're doing. Put on shoes. And no matter your mode of transportation (walk, drive, bike, Falkor, etc) head to Bywater American Bistro and order yourself some of the most creative and mouthwatering food New Orleans has to offer! The dishes offered at this neighborhood brew pub are heralded as Viet-Cajun, and we loved all of it! We started our meal off with the cheesy egg rolls, and knew we were in for quite a treat. The outside was a perfectly crisped egg roll wrapper that crunched with each bite. Inside had mounds of oozing, gooey cheese. They were like mozzarella sticks with even more flavor than normal. For our meal we shared the Phorrito, which had Sliced Roast Beef, rice noodles, onions, scallions, thai basil, bean sprouts, cilantro, sriracha, hoisin wrapped in a hot flour tortilla with a side of pho broth gravy for dips, and the Vietnamese Crawfish Etouffee Nachos. The Vietnamese Crawfish Etouffee Nachos has so many words in the title and even more flavors to enjoy! Fried wonton chips, chedder & cojita cheese, scallions, cilantro made for the perfect pairing for each of the beers we tried. As for the beer selection, it was very impressive. We tried a few as it was happy hour pricing (bonus!) While they had many selections you'd expect, we really liked their Vienna lager spiked with New Orleans Chicory coffee because it felt like something you could only get in the Big Easy. It was almost as bold as the Deb Does Chocolate - Chocolate Stout which featured mammoth amounts of flavor. We loved our experience so much that each night during our visit we contemplated eating at Bywater Brew Pub a second (or even third) time! The customer service was stellar too. Our waiter was so chill and friendly that I wanted to be their friend. This added to the overall dope vibe of their venue, which was very welcoming and gave off the feel of a neighborhood chill zone! read more

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Stopped in for a drink and a snack while waiting for Studio Bee to open up. The beer was fine...nothing special. We ordered the ezquita and we were disappointed. I might go back if I was in the area or I might skip it and try a different place. I definitely wouldn't go out if my way to go here. read more

Believe the 5-star reviews. This place is fantastic! I have no idea what used to be here, but the space is so welcoming and charming, very open with plenty of outdoor seating also. Super cool local art all over the walls. We came for the crawfish, which did not disappoint! Just the right level of spice, and the edamame was a unique twist. I also tried the grilled veggie spring rolls which were a delicious healthy option and a generous portion. We did a beer flight and enjoyed all 4 of them. So many menu items sound tempting, I can't wait to come back and try more! read more

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I have to say I was pleasantly surprised with this new little gem in the Bywater area! They are a current partner with JAMNOLA and we discovered through their to-go program they offer one free beer with your meal when you show your to-go cup and ticket from that day. I have to yell from the get go how badass it is that Bywater Brewpub has gender neutral stalls and bathrooms for both bathrooms. Probably the only place in New Orleans I've yet to see this at. Anyways back to the beer, especially their own beers, because they were F-I-R-E! I loved their Slip-N-Fall and Better Daze Ahead. Order a few of them! They also sell other beers and a beer flight. Food is fusion based as it's a blend of Cajun and Vietnamese cuisine and flavors. Your table is served chopsticks and utensils. Started off with their Pickles & Pig plate and Cheesy Egg Rolls as apps for the table. Pickles & Pig is pickled vegetables and crispy cracklin bites. It's actually fried char siu pork so it was a great nibble. Easily can be shared between 3-4 people. The Cheesy Egg Rolls were delicious and perfect for any cheese lover. Think of these as airy mozzarella sticks. My only bit is that you'll need to order two of these as they only come in three's. Opted for the Fried Chicken Sandwich and this is not any regular chicken sandwich! It was a unique breading method as the chicken is done karaage style. Light and fluffy. I really should've ordered a second one. Came with a side of phottuccini and it was a unique take on mac n cheese. read more

Checked out a new spot that opened during covid and it was great! We made a reservation although I don't think it's required. Beautiful, spacious dining area and bar with bright colors and tons of local art. It was so exciting to go somewhere new and feel so safe! Service was friendly with great personal recommendations. The cheesy egg rolls and spring rolls were great. Lots of texture and flavor complimented the local brews we ordered. Our entrees, delivered quickly, hit the spot! The Bahn Mi burger was packed with flavor and texture and cooked wonderfully! I was happy to learn that cilantro could be eliminated and many of the meat-centric apps and sides could be prepared for vegetarian diners! Vietnamese and Cajun cuisine is a perfect fusion. GO. DINE. Support your neighborhood restaurant and service industry workers! read more

We are here from out of town. We were looking for something less tourist-y and more of a local vibe. Found this place on a random social media post and saw Vietnamese/Cajun mix of food and went for it. Service 5/5 When arriving we were greeted promptly and told to pick a seat. Our server was the person that seated us and she began serving us immediately. She told us to call her Baby D we think!(it was hard to hear through the masks lol). She was an absolute beast of a waitress. Couldn't have asked for a single thing more from her. Also she was cool as hell. Environment 5/5 They were playing great music over the speakers. Had local artists on the walls and the place was spotless. Very hip and a great place to kick back and hang out with friends. Food 5/5 We had the Vietnamese Crawfish Étouffée Nachos(our favorite item of the night) and when I say they were amazing.... we almost ate the paper. For our entree we had the Yaka Mein with an order of Cheesy Egg Rolls. Also great tasting. Drinks 5/5 they had a good variety of craft beers on tap and all the ones we tried were tasty. Unfortunately they weren't able to serve their own beers yet due to complications from COVID. But the beers they did have were sourced locally. The cocktails we had were also good especially their spin on an Irish Coffee. Long review but they don't have a lot so I figured I'd give everyone a comprehensive review. Definitely give this place a shot especially if you are a local. They deserve your business. The chef and owner both stopped by the table and said a hello and thank you. Seems like an upstanding business ran by people who really care. read more

Bywater Brew Pub - Yaka Mein(one order shared) - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Dinner was wonderful! Our server, Nora, was nice, attentive and spot-on with her recommendations. I asked her what her favorite dishes were, and she of course, said that everything is great, but she particularly liked "The Phoritto" and the "Cajun Fried Rice". Both descriptions sounded good, so we got them both and shared. Both were so different and so tasty. They were both so good that I can't even tell you which one I liked better. The Phoritto had a "pho broth gravy" for dipping that had a spicy zip to it. The Cajun Fried Rice was a great combination of so many different flavors; I liked every single part of it, but I think the sausage might've been my favorite part. We didn't really need any more food, but the Beer Beignet Bites sounded so awesome that we decided to go for it. The chef brought them out to us herself, and they were so hot and fresh and delicious! They're served with a chicory coffee dip, and OMG was that ever good! And they really are teeny little beignets, with each one being bite-sized, so it was just the right amount of indulgence. The owner was making the rounds to all of the tables to see if we were enjoying everything. It's always nice to know that someone truly cares about your experience. In fact, it was apparent that every employee was very invested in making it a great experience for the customers. They really take pride in what they're doing, and they have every right to be proud! They're working on brewing their own beer too -- coming soon! read more

Bywater Brew Pub - the logo on the wall - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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They are here and hopefully to stay. It is my first time here. I am so impressed with the variety of beers they brew. They haven't sold out to the IPA nightmare that so Many other companies have they have one IPA on this visit , I hope they don't go past more than 2 IPA's at one time. I had the urban south a delightful sour with cucumber and lime very summery beer. The queen of the south was a nutty red ale I enjoyed that also, the 3 in my flight was the blackberry Hefeweizen which had a even measured bitter sweet with a berry finish. The food was a star for me this time the flight and bite had a great little bites with each beer and just enough to snack and I still could eat my most flavorful bite of 2021 for sure, maybe if all time, let me introduce you to "PHoritto"- pho soup flavors in a burrito with the noodles, hoisin, Thai basil and the pho gravy for dipping, I just poured it on the container was a little small to dip. The flavors were wonderfully matched that if a deconstructed bowl of Pho. Thanks to the Chef. Great service,location and nice staff. I also like the feeling of the place and decorations. I will be back to try the IPA and any other creations they come up with. It says brew pub but they have a cocktail menu, wine and sake as well. read more

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Stopped in for a few brews during our last New Orleans visit and Pearl took great care of us, chatting it up with us and making sure our glasses never had a dry bottom :) The local draft selections were very well represented and well varied for our wandering tastes. The happy hour food we had (crawfish etouffee nachos) were absolutely delicious. I was skeptical that it would work but the wonton nachos were the perfect compliment to the etouffee topping. So good!!! We also split the burger and you can tell they make their own bread. We think the bun was the star of the burger (but the burger was excellent too). Nicely done guys and we will be back next time in town to see Pearl! read more

They have a pretty cool environment & menu selection. I really enjoyed the crawfish etouffe nachos with the wonton chips! But you have to eat them relatively quickly or the chips get soggy. The burger was decent, but i really enjoyed the bun it was on. Good beer selection, but I got the cider & like that as well. My only complaint: the cheese grits were probably the worst I've ever had. I would not recommend ordering them. The rest of the food made up for it though read more

Bywater Brew Pub - Vietnamese Crawfish Etouffee Nachos - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Came here for the pho burrito, but the beer was reason enough to stop by! The loaded fries were delicious, and the service was fast and friendly. read more

Everything I've tried here is delicious and unique. The cheesy egg rolls were amazing. The wings are very flavorful. Even their crawfish was good! You can not go wrong with this menu. read more

Found my favorite restaurant in NOLA! We were here for a few days and wanted to try Viet Cajun food, and this place blew us away! The menu is incredibly inventive, and the food is also made very technically well. Chicken wings with a fish sauce glaze? Such a cool concept and also some of the crispiest wings ever. The traditional crawfish boil with a lemongrass twist was delicious, and we're so lucky to have visited during crawfish season. If I lived in NOLA, this would be a regular haunt! read more

Bywater Brew Pub - Anh Luu Gives You Wings - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Excellent friendly service, food, cocktails and early live music on Friday's in the Bywater.

Long awaited brew pub was worth the wait!! They don't have their own brews on tap yet, but soon. They're featuring beers from local breweries (at least 10 right now, so plenty to choose from) and a fantastic kitchen of Cajun/Vietnamese fusion food. We loved the menu so much, we totally over ordered: Yaka mein: Enough for two and they'll split the bowl for you at no charge. Not too salty, lots of beef and yummy noodles. "Old sober" fills you up and warms your tummy. Pickles & pigs: Hands down the best cracklins I've ever had, ever. The Phoritto: Had to take it home because we ordered too much food and were stuffed. Warmed up well. Fresh tortilla and all the ingredients from a beef pho. Came with a roux-style pho dippin' sauce - heaven! Spring rolls: Fresh delicious huge rolls of happiness. The secret ingredient (apple) makes these stand out. In addition to the fantastic food, the service was impeccable. The ambiance has a "we've been here forever and we care about our restaurant" feel, even though they've just opened. Big roll up doors to add some fresh air, lots of seating, unisex bathrooms, and some TVs if you want to catch the game. Looks like they have tours of the brewery space too. read more

Given the location I really expected more. I understand a local is at the helm, but with the amount of incredible talent and experiences in this city mediocre (at best) is unfortunate. The decor, from the paint, paper lanterns and shades seemed less than half assed and the food was not any more impressive. The Brussels sprouts were pretty good! And so was the beer - but so many other places do better here. There isn't any reason to return. read more

great beer selection and great service. I stopped in as part of a brewery crawl and really enjoyed the place itself and got a great flight of beers. try it out, they had a few beers I recognized and then I discovered new ones that I loved too. i'd almost say its a must if you're in the bywater. read more

Amazing beer selections (they brew their own), wonderful Vietnamese food and lovely atmosphere plus Kate the server is fun, fun, fun!! We had the hot cracklins with pickles and they were delish. Can't wait to go back! read more

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We came here from a recommendation from the folks down the street at Jam NoLa and this was one of our favorite spots during our stay. The beer variety was abundant as they brew on site and they also have tasty cocktails for folks like me that can't drink beer, the cucumber margarita in particular was my favorite. We ordered the Waygu lettuce wraps and they might be the best thing I've ate this whole trip. The steak was tender and well seasoned and they serve it with this basil sauce that pairs perfectly. Lastly, our server was top notch. Can't remember his name but he checked in on us often and my glass was never empty. He had jokes and gave us a really solid recommendation for our next stop that we loved more than any bar in French quarter. I definitely recommend this spot if you want a chill vibe and tasty eats/drinks. read more

*covid review We stopped in tonight for dinner and we really were blown away. Super chill vibe, great aesthetics, good atmosphere, AMAZING food & great service!! We had a couple of drinks that were all fairly priced, the crawfish etouffee nachos were to die for and the ramen was really really good. Service was great, she was so attentive and gave great recommendations & we loved talking with her! The chef and the owner stopped by our table which was nice. This place is new, so I hope their business continues to look up, because this is a 5 star stop for sure!!! read more

Great stop on our bike tour through town. We were pleasantly surprised with the tasty brews. We are IPA folks and enjoyed the Hoppy Daze so much we stayed for a while on a lovely Friday afternoon. Since we were too full from brunch, we only had a snack, spring rolls with shrimp. A flavorful light app. We wished we could have sampled more food but maybe on our next trip. A cozy neighborhood place with fab food, nice brews & great people. read more

Bywater Brew Pub - Spring roll with shrimp. The sauce was unique. - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Anh is a seasoned chef who is always on the cutting edge of magical food creations. I love how she marries different flavors - creating untraditional yet tasty dishes. It's hard to pick my favorite, but the Viet-Cajun Crawfish ans the Yaka Main were incredible. The service is impeccable and vibes are awesome. I highly recommend anyone to hit up Bywater Brew Pub! read more

Bywater Brew Pub - Yaka Mein - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Don't sleep on this spot! My wife, auntie and I all came here for our last supper in NOLA. To say the least we were NOT disappointed with any aspect of our experience here, but if you've read my reviews, you know I am not shy to say the most. The food: After a long week of eating NOLAs finest French-influenced dishes, the Vietnam infusion received a red carpet greeting to our pallets. We started with the Fried wonton and queso which was not so spicy but full of flavor which we savored until the bowl was clean. We also had the shrimp ramalade, which was elegant, tasty, and had us fighting over the last one. Finally, I had the wings as an entree. These beautiful and decently sized pieces of chicken were sweet, crisped to perfection and inspired me to let my wife try one, but only a bite because I was too selfish to share. Alongside these was a good helping of spicy cabbage which culminated to form a sweet and spicy parade of joy on my tastebuds. In sum, AMAZING FLAVOR AND GREAT PORTIONS only regret was I couldn't eat more. Beer: I had 2 of the Sonny Hazy IPAs brewed in house. This beer is definitely a contender for my favorite competing with Lagunitas. This place could stand alone as a brewery. Also sipped my wife's cucumber margarita which was great, but I wanted to try their beer. Atmosphere: Bring your kids if you want! Very family-friendly but also spacious enough to escape to the bar and enjoy a more adult experience. They have live music some nights! Service was exquisite! The chef even brought out some of the dishes and the owner of the joint sat with us and gabbed a bit adding a personal touch that will make you wanna move down south. Overall: MAKE THIS STOP! Especially if you are fond of Vietnamese flavor and want to try something that is both Novel and familiar. One word summary: Inspired read more

Incredible food in a very cool place. Really good for larger groups too. Beer also exceeded my expectations.

Went here on a whim to meet new people and eat wonderful boiled crawfish. I was a little hesitant about the description of the crawfish with lemongrass and garlic, but it was super delicious. I had no reason to be hesitant about the deliciousness of this crawfish boil. I honestly can't wait to go back and I hope they advertise it when they get some more; it was super delicious. read more

So good! Really enjoyed the atmosphere and vibe. Food was so good and fresh, the fried chicken sandwich even burnt my mouth. Very juicy and the bun was on point. Get the crawfish nachos, you won't be sorry. Staff was also super friendly and the chef Josiah was very kind and also maderecommendations from the menu! Definitely a new favorite spot! read more

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We happened upon this awesome jewel after spending a couple of hours at Project Be (so moving!), and we decided to stroll in. Lucky we did! The beers we tried were rich with texture and delicious! We also had the Phorrito which was succulent and spicy. The fried were among the best I've had. Rad spot. read more

Great Beer and awesome menu! We had the beer flight on a previous meal which had a great selection. On my second trip we started with shrimp rolls, I had the lettuce wraps and she had the shrimp fried rice. Both were really great! read more

Omgeeee Yes!! This place rocks! First off, I used to walk by this place with my Dog and the workers are always giving her their homemade dog treats! Their kindness and the overall good vibes of this place had me wanting to try it out. Today I tried it out and it was amazing! First of all the servers were so kind and really good at their jobs. It's very spacious, they have these cool garage style doors that they have open which creates a lovely airy open space, they have bar seating, and they also offer outdoor seating. The drinks were strong, I had the Ginger Jalapeño Mescalrita, my mom had a Mai Tai. The food was delicious super fresh and oh so good. I had the Tofu Burger which had a really good garlic soy aioli and cheese grits! You can get the tofu grilled or fried I had the fried version, the brioche bun was fresh and delicious. My mom had the Grilled lemongrass pork belly lettuce wraps. We both loved our food and the service! The owner was there and he walked to every table to introduce himself and ask us all how we were enjoying our experience. The prices are fair, the food is delicious and the drinks are strong! I highly recommend this place. Also they have a Happy hour everyday from 4-6!! Got to there! Enjoy read more

Bywater Brew Pub - Ginger Jalapeño Mescalita, Mai Tai - Brewpubs Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Very good food. Excellent beer. Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Big, windows opening onto Royal Street.

The Bywater area is a great place to see art and taste amazing food. And who knew you could get amazing food from a pub. Definitely not you topical "bar" food. The Asian inspired menu is loaded with flavors. Nothing on this menu will disappoint. Beers are good too. read more

Awesome little place in the Bywater neighborhood. Very clean place. Games in the corner for something to do while you hang out. Came here for the crawfish. Like previous reviews- some of them are pretty small and I hate to say but not worth the time to peel which is tough with the price of things these days BUT great flavor and spice to them which makes up some for the small.. bread pudding is ok not great considering it's NOLA. The service was great. You grab a menu and seat yourself. When your ready just order at the bar. They will give you a number and bring it out to you. read more