A recent trip here was enjoyed as a perfect midafternoon break from the heat. Cool, dark and just…read morecasual enough to relax in without dressing up. The cocktails are very well crafted, as you'd expect, with the Toronto a highlight, as a Rye drink, and the namesake Sazerac a great representation.

Some bars just make their way into your nightly routine. The Sazerac Bar did just that. I ended up…read morehere two nights in a row because it's just that good. Old world elegance, very polished bartenders, classic atmosphere with business travelers and tourists. It reminds you why classic hotel bars never go out of style. While everyone else orders a Sazerac, I'll happily stick with my Manhattan. They absolutely nailed it both nights. If you appreciate a timeless cocktail bar, don't skip this one.

I've been dreaming of getting back to this spot since my visit two years ago. They have the BEST…read morecrawfish boil in the city, and since we can't get crawfish where I live this was a must visit for me. The outdoor patio is always perfect when the sun is out, with music on the speakers, and sports on the TV. It was one of the highlights of my trip to grab a huge serving of crawfish, perfectly seasoned, and boiled basically in front of you, and share them with a friend. Part of me wants to tell everyone how awesome the crawfish are, but also, I want to keep it to myself so it doesn't get so popular I can't get them on my visit! They do sell out every time they have a boil, so get there early, and enjoy!!!

Nice spot for good drinks and food. I frequent this place during crawfish season and it's always…read morepacked, which says a lot. It's a great place to watch the game, with plenty of seating options, you can sit inside or outside at the bar, and there are several bars to choose from. Parking can be a bit tricky since it's right in the middle of a neighborhood, but it's always a good time at Bayou Wine Garden.

I'm giving this place 5 stars just to say that in the late 60's this was a great boutique steak…read morehouse that was especially friendly to us in college at the time providing a great place to take a date with terrific ambience and specials not on the menu pricing for us. Todd the owner or manager was exceptional and did the college community a great service. So disappointed that it's just a memory. Good luck and have fun. I'm sure if there's a heaven Todd is there greeting guests.

I came on a Saturday afternoon and was greeted with a friendly bartender and a live Dj playing hits…read morefrom the over the past 20 years. I ordered the big ass beer shaped like one. Happy hour 2x1 on bottled beers and seltzers from open until late afternoon/early evening.. but depends on how busy it is. They also have an ATM at the front entrance.

Small but well stocked convenience store, normal prices on beer, good local options, friendly…read morestaff, clean store. Takes cards, open til 10p weeknights.

This was a cute little corner convenience store near our hotel. Turned out to be a lifesaver since…read morewe stocked up on bottled water and the deodorant that my friend forgot to pack. We also bought some local brand chips to snack on. Very convenient and a good variety of options to choose from.

We didn't learn about Vieux Carre' until our last night in New Orleans - big mistake, because we…read morehad been dropping money for mediocre bottles of wine from Walgreens and CVS for premium costs. We picked up a bottle of rosé and picked up some complimentary plastic cups for them. The prices are reasonable and the selection is aplenty. There's also a nice liquor selection, although we had just come in looking for wine. It was tempting. A lot of reviews reference making your own drinks here. This didn't happen for us - but I wouldn't be surprised to hear that it existed. I'll have to take a closer look when I'm back. Next time I'm in town in the French Quarter (next week...), I'll be sure to stock up on my alcohol needs here! Don't be surprised to see me here in the next 7-8 days...

In all honestly, this is a three star beer, wine, and liquor store. It's fine. You probably have a…read moreplace like this in your town. Small and dated. Nice people. Reasonable selection, all things considered. It earns that bonus star by having several choices of regional beers sold by the can and chilled for $2.50. Even if you couldn't pour it into a cup and walk around the quarter with your beer, that's still a pretty good deal. Also, I was delighted they sold Herbsaint in small 200ml bottles. I'll confess to bringing my bottle back to the hotel, putting some in a plastic cup with an appropriate volume of water, and using that as my walking around town drink. Infinitely better (and more authentically NOLA) than the frozen slop that gets you sloppy. Anyhow, I'm sure to return to pick up some beverages whenever I'm back in town. It's a recommended stop for sure. Good stuff. Convenient location. Zero pretense.

Everything to love in a brewery. They focus on a short list of well crafted beers, there are…read moreindoor and patio spaces that are comfortable to hang out to talk with friends. Nothing feels gimmicky or forced. The bartender politely shuffles the slightly toasted folks to the side to take your order, and makes time to recommend favorites. It's right off the corner of Frenchman Street and walkable to a ton of places.

You can find Brieux Carré Brewing Company at 2115 Decatur St New Orleans, LA 70116. It's on a bit…read moreof a side-street, difficult to see from the Frenchman St so easy to miss. I'm not sure about parking as I walked to the brewery on my recent visit. This brewery has a great feel that hearkens back to a cozy neighborhood pub - eclectic seating divided between a couple of rooms with a small bar and a simple setup including around 9-10 taps. I felt right at home. Flights included four 5 ounce pours for $19. Food is mostly supplied by Shift Kitchen but you're basically invited to bring in anything you want. I tried the following: * 90s Women's Power Ballads - IPA - New England / Hazy 6.6% ABV - Pretty decent hazy NEIPA, Guiyang body with notes of citrus, finishes hoppy and a touch floral. 4/5 * Tenant - Bitter/Best 4.1% ABV - Very nice sweet malty bitter, notes of toasted bread, slightly toasted peanut, finishes appropriately dry and somewhat mildly bitter. 4/5 * Mr. Words Is A Monster - Pilsner/Other 5.5% - Interesting XPA, crisp body, hint of orange peel finishing hoppy, hint of pine and black pepper. 4/5 * I Am A Donut - Sour - Berliner Weisse 4.2% - Light bodied sour, fruity body with notes of sweet mango. 4/5 * Notice Me Senpai - Porter - Imperial / Double 8.1% - Tasty porter with notes of dark chocolate, English toffee and roasty coffee, almost creamy body finishing dry. 4/5 In general all the beer I indulged in were good, I think this is probably the best brewery I tried in my recent trip to New Orleans. The guy behind the counter was super friendly and knowledgeable, able to answer all my questions. I could tell this was a local spot - I engage in conversation with a few of the patrons and they mostly lived nearby. This is a top-notch hangout with a great local vibe.

An adorable little wine bar in an easy-to-access location in New Orleans! What really got me…read morethrough the door was the Pulp Fiction-themed chalkboard outside, but that's besides the point. The servers were friendly and open to offering pairing suggestions. I appreciated the small menu, charcuterie options, and interesting small bites, which were perfect for lite snacking with a glass of wine. Our favorite bite was definitely the Plucky Popcorn (cacio e pepe). I also enjoyed the fact that they feature a wine of the day called the "Daily Pluck". Not to keep going on about the aesthetics, but I loved the atmosphere inside, which was very open, modern, and chic, and the unique Wine Aroma Wheel featured on the left wall when you walk in was super cool.

Very good wine for under $20 a glass. The small bites were good. They have a good selection of…read moremeats and cheese to pair with your wine. All of them have to be purchased individually so a board would add up quickly. We ordered the olives, crudo, and house made pecans. Everything was great, the crudo was my favorite. We would have stayed longer if the prices were more reasonable, but we wanted to move on to try other things.

Brewery Saint X shares a kitchen with Devil Moon BBQ. They used to have separate menus, but since…read moreSuper Bowl 2025, they've merged the menus. It appears some of the items Brewery used to sell aren't available anymore. The food was delicious, but the burger at $18 was on the pricey side, especially considering the size. It appeared smaller than a Whopper. Pimento cheese and ritz crackers: 9/10; yummy! I wanted to indulge, but didn't want to seem greedy in front of my co-workers. Beef fat fries: 9/10; light, crispy, well-seasoned Cheeseburger: 9/10; tasty, but small. Arnold Palmer: 10/10; one of the best I've ever had. They make their own lemonade. Service: 9/10; fast, friendly, efficient Ambience: 9/10; lots of light, airy, high ceilings, nice furnishings

Really nice and large location. Not only got beers but got bbq as well. Rather large portion sizes…read moreand for a good price. Was able to split one dish u less really hungry. Service was good and nice atmosphere with tons of space. Enjoyed dish of ribs and pulled pork with Mac/coleslaw/ potato salad. Defs a lot of food for one person. Recommend

Remember the description of the 80s mullet: "business in the front, party in the back"? That's how…read moreI think of Avenue Wines. It certainly wasn't what I was expecting from a wine shop on St. Charles Avenue on the edge of the Garden District. The counter is set up high, behind plexiglass, like a thousand other convenience stores in this city, and the back is just that. But up front is a very impressive selection of wine and spirits, including three bottles of first-growth Bordeaux perched high up on the top shelf. But there are many affordable bottles from all over the world. I fell in love with a bottle of Côte du Rhône on my first visit, and had to go get another one a week later. The staff are friendly and helpful. I think maybe the ownership is Middle Eastern; the gentleman who greeted me both times appears to be, and they have a display of Lebanese wine, with a sign encouraging you to try it, right up front. I think the next time I go in, I will!

Correction: This business is "in business" but they close whenever the f*** they want to. Not that…read moreyou'd want to do business here anyway- The prices are straight from a French Quarter convenient store- but even if you happened to need anything in passing, they are always closed super super early because most people avoid this place.

Copper Vine is an expertly stylish restaurant and wine bar in the heart of downtown New Orleans…read more Its close proximity to the arenas make it an easy choice for pregamming if you're a wine lover, like myself. However, be sure to make a reservation. The staff is always super attentive and is always eager to offer great suggestions. The wine selection is vast, and they often open my eyes to new vino selections. I had the Redfish Amandine which certainly did not disappoint. The redfish was cooked perfectly (not too dry and not undercooked). While I tend to prefer a little more spice, the brown butter sauce made this entree worthwhile. Copper Vine, you know I'll be back soon lol.

A short walk from the hotel found this seemingly upscale restaurant. It felt really nice and the…read morestaff was friendly and attentive. The drink order was hard, since they have some great mixes. Then our food order. I ordered a carrot appetizer. Oddly, it arrived with the rest of the food. Yet, that wasn't bad, since the wait was nothing at all. And we had a table for five! Everything was delicious. So delicious that we ended up sharing. In the end, the bill was reasonable. An upscale experience at a reasonable price! A definite recommendation!