A lovely late nite dive bar. We were actually in a walk and found it by chance. They served drinks…read moreand beer. Fun bartender. Lively crowd. Full but not packed. My kind of place.

Cool neighborhood bar with great drink prices. This was my first there and it was very chill lowkey…read moreenvironment. Staff well bartender was friendly and we enjoyed the experience overall. Good variety of drink options and drink specials!!!!

We learned after our visit to the Saturn Bar that the best drinks were the ones that came in…read morebottles and cans. The mixed drinks were a disappointment -- and they know that. Not what they do. But the friendliness and the music were extraordinary. If you get a chance to hang out here for a couple of hours, do it. It was a blast.

One of my favorite local spots/bars in the bywater!! There's always an event happening here, and…read moreyou're bound to run into atleast one person you know. There's not typically any food here but sometimes on the weekend, there will be a guy smoking meats just outside. Great smoking area outside too (enter through the doors to the left under the inside balcony) . Very cozy and very new orleans. Really cool glory hole in the women's bathroom!! Walking distance to other bars/restaurants in the area. Great addition to your bar hopping for the night.

Came here for happy hour and it was completely empty. I was expecting at least a few people. But…read moreapparently people come here pretty late. I ordered the Angel Wings ($8) and it was delicious and strong. This drink was also super cute. I have to return when it's more action to really get the full ambiance of NightBloom.

Nightbloom is one of those bars I have underestimated--the neon lights, rustic exterior, and pop…read moremusic give it the vibe of a fun weekend hangout, but I would've never expected the incredible quality of the drinks inside. We stopped by early on a Thursday evening when it was still quiet, and were blown away. Just as the ambience suggests, the menu is packed with creativity and bold experimentation--and it WORKS. Every specialty cocktail we tried was thoughtfully crafted, beautifully balanced, and genuinely impressive. Service was quick. The bartender was friendly enough without hovering or trying to make conversations, and we were perfectly happy with that. A true highlight in Bywater, and definitely a spot we'd highly recommend.

Definitely a fun tourist stop! The carousel is entertaining once you actually manage to snag a…read morespot. The cocktails are tasty, and the Deviled Eggs were surprisingly good. This is really more of a destination spot the kind of place you visit for the experience, atmosphere, and novelty as much as the food. Honestly, if you're already wandering around the area, it's absolutely worth popping in for a drink, a bite, and a spin.

Food: Went to sit at the bar and have drinks and they were delicious…read more Service: Excellent Ambiance: cool vibe Noteworthy: i went again, a couple days later for a private event. Drinks and food were great and they had live music, fun ambiance

The final stop on our ghost tour…read more This bar has truly legendary status when it comes to bars in the French Quarter. This building predates the United States, some saying it being built in the early 1770s. Some say it's the oldest bar in America but that's more legend than based on historical fact. This bar probably has the coolest story on the ghost tours as Jean Lafitte was a true character in New Orleans lore dating back to the 1700s. As far as what it's like today, you walk in and it's dark and eerie and is mostly illuminated by candlelight. This is a full service bar with both a pretty good sized bar area and also a section with tabletops and tables for patrons to enjoy along with countertops outside the bar for those who want to enjoy their drinks outside. Also in the back of this bar is a piano area where a piano player plays live music for the patrons multiple times a week in the evenings. As far as drinks go this place is definitely a tourist attraction and the drink prices do reflect that. They are famous for their "purple drink" and their "hurricanes". I ended up just having another local beer and I was just about tapped out on drinks by the end of this ghost tour. Overall this place is pretty awesome, especially if you take the time to learn the backstory and lore of this bar-some say it's haunted. A true must-visit.

NOLA is my second home, so I forget that even though I've frequented so many places I haven't…read morereviewed them. Case in point - Lafitte's. I've been coming here for years. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1970, Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop was built in the 1770's. Dubbed the oldest bar in New Orleans, the building is said to be haunted by the ghost of Pirate Jean Lafitte. Employees & patrons claim to see his glowing red eyes in the fireplace. The dimly lit bar is illuminated by candlelight, lanterns, & a fireplace, which add to the mysterious ambience. If you are afraid of ghosts then you can enjoy your drink in the courtyard. Famous for their Purple Drank (aka VooDoo Daiquiri) and potent Hurricanes, which come in a plastic keepsake cup, it's a lively place to enjoy a libation. The bartenders are friendly and the prices are reasonable. My brothers and I stopped by during Southern Decadence. They had the Purple Drank & a Hurricane. I got a vodka soda. The DJ was fantastic, and people were dancing in the street cuz that's how they do it in the Big Easy.

Great Dive Bar. Leighann is what makes the best bars in town. She runs it with a smile and always…read morehas something pleasant to say. She mixes strong drinks and pays attention to what her customers (repeat) want. It's dark inside. Front door and porch seating. Additional seating out back where they have Burger Church and people selling their wares. Live music from time to time. In house tattoo artist, at times. It's a one stop shop!!!

The service was fast and super friendly. The vibe was sorta sexy! It's super cool what they have…read moredone with the place!

Interesting neighborhood dive bar with a tiny dance floor of gritty concrete. They have a soft…read moreswing band on Monday nights and I don't think they sell food. There was a cover charge of $5 and the doorman did check ID which was funny to me. Lots of random chairs and interesting paraphernalia decor.

Want authentic New Orleans local bar scene with music, red beans and rice? Come here!read more

Great place to come in and get a cold beverage and hang out with some locals and listen to the…read morelocal storytelling and the banter back-and-forth. It was very cool and refreshing to see what locals had to say. Very friendly Service sometimes you have to wait a little bit. It might be unloading an order in the back. It was just the timing of me coming in and they just had three orders arrive.

A bar with cats?! So many bars are dog bars but give me a cat bar and I'm in my happy place…read more I'm not really a dive bar kinda gal these days but J & Js is an example of why dive bars in New Orleans are the best in the world. It's approachable, as in the crowd isn't sketchy, the bartender is actually nice and while rough around the edges, you don't have to worry about glass (or a dead rat) being in your ice. Note on the dead rat: a bartender friend told me he found one once in a bar that he worked at on Bourbon. And the good stuff about a dive: cheap cheap cheap drinks. Two beers and a call vodka/soda eleven bucks? I don't jest! But the cats are what's bringing me back.

The food is excellent. Made to order. No substitutions…read morehowever. The fries!!! Corkscrew seasoned perfectly fried. The ambiance is laid back for dancing or having a convo with slots. Dont let the outside fool you, when you step inside your are transported! the locals are working class kind folks. Awesome dive bar gem. Crawfish on Tuesday!

I went for Karaoke and stayed for the friendly atmosphere, laughter and music. This place was like…read morethe "Cheers" of the Seventh Ward; everybody knew each other's name and though I was a newcomer, I wasn't made to feel like an outsider. The drinks and food weren't amazing, but they were good for a small neighborhood bar. I will be going back!

I went to JusTini's to celebrate my birthday. I had an amazing time. The hostess Brianna was so…read moresweet, warm, and considerate. She made sure I was happy with my table and accommodated me when I said that I wasn't. Although she was not my waitress, she checked on me throughout my visit, which was very kind of her. My waitress, Akeir, was very knowledgable, genuine, and bright. She had a great attitude and immpeccable managment skills. I've been to places where you don't see the waitress for a long time, but Akeir made sure I was doing fine throughout my visit. Marley, who is part of the kitchen staff, was delightful and diligent. Although we did not interact much, he was very poliet and I can tell he is a hard worker. These three people made my night very special and I am happy to have gone to JusTini's. The food was so good. The burgers are not premade but juicy and seasoned well. The wings were also juice, seasoned well, and a nice size. The only thing I was pretty down about is they ran out of steak and complimentary birthday cake, but it wasn't a huge deal to me. I will definitely go back when I visit New Orleans again.

The food at JusTini's was flavorful and fulfilling. I ordered the Port St. Beef Yakamein Bowl, a…read moresoulful New Orleans classic with a JusTini's twist, tender slices of premium sirloin beef served over spaghetti noodles in a rich, savory beef-soy broth. Finished with fresh green onions, a perfectly boiled egg, and a sprinkle of paprika and red chili flakes for just the right kick. Comforting, flavorful, and full of local love. I tried the Burgundy Street seafood tacos also and the bite I took packed a tasty flavor. Three flour tortillas filled with grilled shrimp and crawfish tails, topped with cilantro, onions, spinach, roasted corn, and jalapeños, served with garlic butter for dipping. The service was phenomenal, the lady serving our table was truly delightful. I like the ambiance of the place, it's well lit during the day and offers various seating options. We had a party of eight. Parking is tough as all that's available is street parking. I hope to visit again and try something else on their massive menu.