Desi's has been a go-to lunch spot for a while now. If you're a fan of French onion soup, they make…read morea GREAT one. Even on a hot day, they have it. I think that's what I love so much about Desi's... the consistency. Every item on their large menu is available everyday. Plus they have specials daily to offer something new. I don't know how they do it all. The marinara for the mozzarella sticks is probably the only thing I haven't liked. Southwest egg rolls are always a hit. The Cow Tipper burger comes piled high with jalapeños, bbq sauce and onion rings - wow! But my favorite has got to be their salad and garlic Parmesan fries. They really have something for everyone. Great drinks, even better food and kind bartenders.

Went to Desi's for a coworker's going away lunch. The staff was friendly and we had a good time…read more I had the small macaroni and cheese (the large serves 2-3 as a meal). It was good, but it was certainly upgraded from what I grew up with. It reminded me more like a heavy cheese dip with some veggies and pasta in it. The whole event was fun and I recommend checking them out if you're in Chalmette!

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.

My husband and I came here for drinks one night and I had one of the best margaritas I've ever had,…read moreand I'm picky! The bartender was super friendly and very diligent with making everyone's drinks. Definitely a cool neighborhood bar vibe to go to, we will be back.

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 ‼

The Rusty Nail was a great spot to unwind after exploring New Orleans. It has a really inviting…read moresetup with both indoor and outdoor areas, giving it a nice balance between a cozy neighborhood bar and a lively hangout spot. The outdoor space has a relaxed atmosphere where you could enjoy a drink and take a break from the busier parts of the city, while the indoor area still had plenty of energy when you wanted something a little more lively. They have a second floor level that works great for private events too. The drinks are excellent, and the bartenders did a great job putting together quality cocktails in a laid-back environment. Overall a great neighborhood bar with good drinks and a comfortable atmosphere.

If you're looking for the perfect laid-back Sunday spot, Rusty Nail never disappoints. From the…read moremoment we walked in, our favorite song was playing, setting the tone for an afternoon that felt easy and unforgettable. We started with a refreshing Moscow Mule and a strong coffee drank, then ordered a dozen Gulf Coast oysters. I loved that each oyster was labeled by where it came from, making it fun to compare flavors and discover our favorites. Fresh, briny, and absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is relaxed, the drinks are well made, and the service makes you want to stay awhile. Whether you're catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet afternoon with someone special, Rusty Nail is one of those places that reminds you how wonderful the simple moments can be. We'll definitely be back for another round of oysters and cocktails. A perfect Sunday in New Orleans.

Stumbled upon Double Club as a pregame treat. Both for the food & drinks. The sandwiches were a bit…read moredry and lacked seasoning or a sauce to entice it (again, I'm a saucy Queen so it would've helped). Hubby & I loved that they had the drink/shot special (a familiarity we see in Houston often) so it's always nice to discover in other areas. They had the emergency shot special which is the green ornament wrapped around my neck--still have it saved in my freezer for our one year wedding anniversary. The service was lacking & we waited a good 10 minutes before being tended to. The neon signs and playful lights around the bar gave it a nice touch.

The Double Club is local favorite just off Bourbon Street. It's the kind of spot where locals and…read morevisitors drop in for reasonably priced drinks, good conversation, and a chill vibe that instantly feels like home. With dim lighting, a cozy interior, and a welcoming crowd, it's a perfect place to slow down, sip a cold one, and soak up the city's unique nightlife spirit. Quick service btw. I had carne asada fries and Korean BBQ tacos. Everything was great.

We discovered this spot years ago during a visit and have been itching to come back ever since…read more This spot is in the 7th ward and a real locals joint. When you come here, you get yourself a "set", enjoy the music (or play your own from the jukebox) and people watch. To our delight, we have seen some amazing brass players and The Original Pinettes, an all woman brass band, is the highlight for the evening. As long as this spot is open, every time I'm in Nawlins', We will be here.

This is one fantastic place!! Atmosphere, people, music and drinks!! I couldn't have asked for…read moremore!! My cousin brought me here and I wasn't disappointed and I'm from Chicago!!

Frankly, I'm not sure I've got the right place. This was the first place I stopped on my two-week…read morevisit to Saint Bernard Parish, and I drove by before leaving town to figure out where I was... but I thought the sign said Plantation, and the Plantation Bar & Grill is on Judge Perez Dr. So I'm a little confused. Let's just assume that I've got it right. Then you can decide whether you want to try to find it on your own. Dalton's is something of a sports bar. There's sports posters and ads and whatnot lining the walls. Flat-screen TVs show live golf and reruns of the Superbowl. Patrons sitting next to each other will converse, each only about the sport he's watching, annoying the other in the process. A bottle of budweiser will set you back a whole two dollars. And since that in itself isn't enough to warrant a visit, perhaps you can overhear some interesting comment or statement. When one patron decided to leave with his girlfriend / wife, another declared to the bar at large, "If you're leaving before 4pm, you're oversexed. It's still five minutes before!" Not sure I agree, but hey, we've all got to have standards to uphold, right?

Friendly service, cheap prices. Dive bar vibes. Thanks for a great experience! We really enjoy…read moreMarkey's.

I had a great time at this bar. It was within walking distance of our Airbnb so we stopped in for a…read morenightcap. Ended up having two cocktails and two beers, playing shuffleboard with some strangers, talking tattoos with a patron who was obviously a regular, and then ordering a pizza to the bar. Good selection of liquors and beers on tap. The bartender was fantastic and funny and a very pretty silver fox. It was such a chill place to hang out and the drinks were well priced (and cheaper if paying with cash).

Great place! Our tour guide on our alligator tour recommended this place if we were staying in the…read moreFrench Quarter. My husband and I needed a good lunch and the reviews checked out that beside being a dive bar, this place served pretty good food. We walked in and yes it is definitely a dive bar kind of atmosphere. We sat at the bar after going out back and being told to order food at the bar. Initially it said at the front of the place that we needed to order outside in the back. Nevertheless a very nice and crass bartender helped us. She was a hoot! You could tell she takes some good pride and joy in the place. I had the Philly cheese steak po boy which I have to say was pretty darn good. Really really tasty! I got potato salad with it which was also pretty good and my husband had their burger and fries. He also said it was pretty darn good! They have quite a bit on their food menu so definitely a lot to try. Looks like they also do oysters after 4:00 p.m. We were really glad we went and we thoroughly enjoyed the service and the food! Lots of TVs to watch sports and lots of space to catch up with friends. Definitely a good place for locals and tourists alike!

On my recent trip to New Orleans, I partook in a walking drinking ghost tour and one of the stops…read moreon this tour was a local bar in the French Quarter called the MRB bar. This bar was the epitome of a locals only with the added twist that those locals generally all came from the French Quarter. Upon walking in this bar was pretty awesome. It featured pool tables, tables and booths for patrons to enjoy while enjoying their adult beverage. The staff were very friendly in a way that one would expect a southern bar to be friendly-I loved it. I didn't get to indulge in their food but I was told by more than a few patrons that their food was very delicious and more than fit the bill when it came to bar food to go along with watching games. They draw a pretty good crowd on both Saturdays and Sundays for college and NFL football games respectively. Our ghost tour guide had a pretty wicked ghost story to tell about the place as well, so that's always a plus. Overall I really enjoyed my short visit to this bar and would definitely go out of my way to return here in future trips to New Orleans.

It's a VIBE!!!!!! My friend came in town and he wanted to…read moreget out. I recommended 3 spots, but lead with "Fifteen25 is a vibe" and a vibe it was. We enjoyed the food, the music, the fact that the games were playing and NO MATTER WHERE you sat, you were able to get a good view. We left to get my friend a daiquiri and the daiquiri shop was closed, so we went right back to finish the night. Lol. Great spot, great service, I'll be back.

This place is the perfect spot to pulled up and Chill. The…read moreplace look and feel like your home away from home. We had a section upstairs the waitress were dressed so cute and sexy was on point when we needed things and had questions. We put in our orders for food and hookah everything was fresh presented beautifully and worth the time and money. We even got to speak with the owner. Complains to the chef the food was amazing !!! If you like a place to go get some drinks and a steak this is it for you... pull up hop out