Always a good time, service and vibes. Menu changes fairly often. I'm a fruity, tropical, jungle…read morebird girl, so I love that there is always something there for me. The 90s millennial in me loves all ample hip hop and pop culture references throughout their menu. A Bywater staple.

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.

Stopped in for a slightly late lunch this past week along with my wife during our coupla days off…read morework. Took an Uber there, as that's probably the best strategy for visiting anything in the Marigny or Bywater neighborhoods. Basically, it's an eclectic old house with a cool backyard dining area with the kinds of chairs you remember from elementary school. Local guitarist was playing a set for diners that afternoon on the stage. Front of the house full of different wines and the guy behind the counter was nice enough to suggest a good pairing with what we ordered to eat. My grilled pork chop with balsamic reduction was excellent. The perfect cut for such a dish. My wife loved her orechiette pasta and appetizer plate of olives. The white wine suggested to us was cold and refreshing. Everything matched well and the umbrella tables were clutch in the sun and heat of early summer. Hope to make it back for my next vacay

Artsy local NOLA spot that has character and was laid back. Bought wine downstairs...browsed around…read moreuntil I could find a space that could accommodate my family. Had live music but we couldn't hear it in the back room. Ordered the grilled steak with large steak fries and shrimp. The steak was rare and asked for it to be cooked again. I asked for medium well and they brought me well done. I ate it fine. Also ordered the shrimp and it was very good!

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!

Back in town, and my A/C is completely dead. So,went looking…read morefor a place that had the MLB package, so I can watch my CLE Guardians. Would like to avoid Caesar's, since the rest of the time I live in...Vegas. Yelp indicates here. Nicely cooled and darkish, like I prefer. On two consecutive days , the barkeeps accommodated my request to show the G's on a side TV.Comfortably wedged in, next to the ATM, enjoyed my games, and my drinks, and a few stories swapped with a few other patrons. Just what I needed, when I needed it! Highly recommended.

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.

Someone told me that I should try this place because it's the Chalmette version of Port of Call…read more(great burger place in New Orleans) but better prices. Once I heard that I knew I had to give it a try. Me and a friend decided to give it a try on a Friday night. Went in and was immediately seated, no wait time at all. the place isn't very big, so I was surprised by this. After reviewing the menu, we placed our orders for the Brewster Burger (10-ounce sirloin beef) with a loaded baked potato. I decided to try their signature drink the Boom a lache, they have a full service bar so you can order whatever you like though. My drink came out first and it was delicious, very similar to port of calls monsoon drink, and the size was huge. After a short wait the food came and we were thoroughly impressed, great burger and the loaded baked potato was just right. Can't wait to go back when I'm in the mood for a quality burger at a great price.

I am a veteran , served our country , received a honorable discharge with 100% vested…read more I was refused a military discount because I was not wearing my military uniform per staff and by phone manager .I explained that military identification, not a uniform, is the standard way to verify military status. Despite presenting proof of my military service, the discount was denied by management and an older waitress told our waitress,how she know he was military She (the older waitress )solely made assumption and perhaps our race was the determining factor as well ,because I was not in uniform.to deny me the discount. I was humiliated and felt disrespected, dishonorable yet, I am an American, Veteran, fought for my country and supposedly live in the land that treat Veterans with dignity and respect. The policy needs to change asap or is it one on discretionary implementation.In God we trust...

Vaughan's is one of the coolest dive bars in the US. It's a ramshackle, cash-only pit that looks…read morelike it escapes condemnation through black magic. It's incredibly cheap (import bottles at happy hour were $4, and cocktails looked dangerously large and strong) and popular among the locals who avoid the French Quarter and its tourist-centric economy. I was there on a Thursday for a local jazz band, and it was...packed full of people having a great time for a free (!) band playing hours of insanely energetic and technically proficient tunes. This will be a destination for me if and when I'm ever back in NOLA.

I have always loved this authentic Bywater dive bar. Beers are so cheap and the music cover is…read morearound $20. Don't want to pay, or prefer less noise? Then get your drink and hang out on the front porch, the acoustics are great and you can hear the music perfectly. The bands are often local, some of whom have found success outside NOLA but still come back to their local audiences. Don't forget the free rice and beans served around midnight. The local crowds are enthusiastic, you feel like you are at a local house party.

Is clever and interesting. We saw a small movie called the…read more Small mall apartment. A group of four people build a secret apartment in some zero space at the mall. Successfully live there some nights for a long time I don't want to spoil anything. Very cool art film documentary with a good story. This is a cool event space it looks a little rough, but the movie picture quality and the sound were really good. Very close to the sound of a regular larger theatre. It has chairs and couches pretty comfortable for about 50 people. If you can catch a little small movie here or a band or a play or art exhibit check out that theater we had a good time they have a full bar. They didn't have popcorn that night, but he says they usually do. They also rent the space out for events and parties or a concert that you want play for your friends.

I LOVE this place. It's a very cool pub, with some outstanding performing arts! Including rare…read moreand super interesting movies! The venue is very laid back, with a neighborhood feel and it caters to everyone. Whether your a "good ole boy" or a "hipster", you will have fun! They have top shelf alcohol that's reasonably priced. The owner, René, is super nice and loves to chat. The bartenders are the same and are not stingy with their pours. Another great thing about this place is even though they sell alcohol, the theater is separate from the bar, so kids are welcome to come watch a good movie! PET FRIENDLY! Plenty of parking! You NEED to give this place a try!

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

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.

Another win for Pirougue's. The 7 days a week OYSTER Happy Hour is currently undefeated. Only…read moreduring happy hour can your get Chargrilled Oysters for $1.50 & Raw $1 It's a sports bar several TVs a pool table & a arcade. They also have a juke box where you can play what you want. You mix that with friendly bartenders & reasonably priced drinks it's undefeated ‼

I came here because I found out they serve the chef at Alma's food here. We went in and sat at the…read morebar and were immediately greeted by the friendly bar staff. I ordered the Cuban sandwich and it blew me away. It was so good. The bread was so soft and flaky and the meat was so tender and good. The person I was with had the chicken sandwich and he really liked that too. This was an unexpected gem!