This isn't a place frequented by tourists or out of town guests, unless you're invited by a local maybe. I found out about Ernie's through a recording on another bars phone message. Wow, who would think Shreveport had a place like this that plays this kinda music! I found a seat at the bar which has short stools for a tall bartop. Same can be said about the urinal. You better be at least 5'9 to even use it. I came mainly for the music, which consisted of dubstep, electronica, dance, and reggae-rap during my stay. During normal times, there is a DJ a few times a week that comes on 9-10ish. I saw him arrive early because i arrived even earlier, but by 1030 he still hadn't come on, so I went back to my hotel. Everyone I encountered was super friendly. Drinks were reasonable and well made and for all these reasons I'd definitely return when I come back to town. read more

9/28/19. Sometimes the letdown is already there. And no matter what you do it's hard to shake back from that. And other times, there are instances that shoulder that letdown, and still get knocked back further for a few more yards for an even greater loss. And that's what happened here on my first, and probably last visit to this establishment. Allow me to explain. My buddy and I were set. We were going to see The Who in Dallas (three hours away) on the night in question. Yes, that The Who. We had our tickets for months, and then late the night before the show, legendary lead singer Roger Daltrey fell ill, and the show was postponed. We were lost. We had our permission slips signed and we were ready to go! The Who, baby! In Big D.! And now, we had a night off and no plans. What to do? What to do? My buddy forwarded me information about this gig here. The Electric Park, out of North Carolina. This venue exclusively promotes electronica, EDM, techno, you know whatever they're calling it these days. You know what I'm talking about. I'm cool with whatever. I'm down. Let's do this. I've been wanting to check this place out anyway. I like and enjoy all types of music. This place is small, and also is a similar aluminum siding structure with its' live music venue parking lot-mate, Strange Brew (which I support fully, and also enjoy). So, this is a smaller space here, but yet I still couldn't help envisioning dance clubs from the day, bodies everywhere. Pulsating to the heavy bass. Thumpthumpthump. (Yelling)-WHAT'S YOUR NAME?? Thumpthumpthump. (Her, yelling back in response)-WHAAAAT?? Thumpthumpthump (Yelling again)- I SAID, WHAT'S YOUR NAME?!?!? Thumpthumpthump (Her, also again)-WHAAAAT?? I was excited. I really was. Okay, so no Who in Dallas. They'll be back (I hope!) I'm ready now to get my rave on! Sure, why not? And then we walk in. Get hit with a seven dollar service charge at the door. And as that payment was being transacted for entry (this is around 10pm). I can't help but notice the sheer lack of humanity within the confines here at this moment. $7. For this? Yes, it's a small interior, and no, there aren't very many people here. If it wasn't for the tubthumping coming from the dj booth, we might have actually heard crickets instead. And were it not for the year-round humidity, we might have actually been knocked over by a metaphorical tumbleweed! This place was dead. This place made the Dead Sea look positively alive! Oh, there were some people there milling about. It was a rather odd assortment of people at that. Estimated ranging of ages anywhere from early twenties to early sixties by my own guesstimation. I know, right? Strange. There were some pretty ladies there in a small group huddled in front of the bar, but they all seemed to be regulars. No throngs of people gyrating to the beats. No sweaty masses. Nope. Just a few people here and about. Just standing around. Like a middle school dance and every bit as awkward. Zero energy in the room here. My regret, and my remorse, from plunking down seven bucks to just walk into this place, was providing its' own energy, albeit a very negative one. And this brings us to the final blow. The cost of the drinks here. Ruh-diculous!! The cooler was out, apparently, so we ordered two Abita drafts, a Purple Haze, and an Andygator. $9!!! For two teeny-tiny Louisiana-brewed drafts!! Not bottles!!! Drafts in plastic cups!! Like, a twelve ounce draft in a plastic cup was $4.50!! C'mon, now! I tipped the bartender a buck, so now we're talking TEN BUCKS!! For 2 beers!! Two draft beers in plastic cups, Ten Bucks!! Nooooo thank you!! No thank you!! So, to total up this lackluster evening, $17 for 2 small draft beers. And an absolute non-scene! A waste of valuable time that I could have been doing anything, really anything, else. For me, a $5 cover, and $3 draft would've been far more agreeable. $11 versus $17. Maybe not a big deal to some, but for me, it was enough to cease operations on what was already a rather disappointing night. read more

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Great chill place to drink! Lots of drink specials and large patio to hang out. One of the best sound systems in Shreveport and the music is always on point. Next to several other chill bars so you can easily walk back and forth. Pool tables and dart boards. read more

AMAZING atmosphere!! They have a great little place here. From the moment you walk in, it's the total experience. They have a great beer selection, probably the best in the city. I love coming here with all my friends and staying till close there's always excellent service and excellent pricing. read more

Ernie's Bar - Bars Near Me - Shreveport, Louisiana

Ernie's Bar has a live, fun energy that plays mostly dubstep. Ernie has a great beer selection and an area to play lots of pool/darts. I normally sit at the bar and he always provides excellent service. This is my favorite bar to go to around town!! Every time I walk in that place it feels like home. read more