As a great lover of and frequent visitor to the Big Easy, I have some high standards when it comes to New Orleans-themed establishments. And the Ninth Ward delivers some hits and misses. It ultimately felt to me like a much better place to come for a few drinks than for food. The decor is very cool and NOLA-ppropriate (beads, voodoo... vaguely goth). The bar is nice and dark, and relatively spacious/well laid-out, especially for a Manhattan bar. Several distinct seating areas (and apparently a back patio, which could draw me back in the summer. Or this week, the way this winter is going.) There are a few booths at the back which even have partial privacy curtains. The beer list is good, with the requisite assortment of Abita drafts (I particularly enjoyed the Wrought Iron IPA - better than their Amber). Their specialty cocktails were interesting, but uneven (my friend enjoyed her 1st Marie Laveau, but the 2nd was made with orange juice instead of grapefruit and was too sweet). They advertise that their Hurricanes are made with Pat O'Brien's mix, which seems to me odd (and potentially illegal), but I'm not a big Hurricane fan, so didn't try one. It seems like a fun place with cool music and a cool, chill vibe. The food was unfortunately largely disappointing. You have to order at the bar (at least on a Wednesday night), which wasn't entirely clear. The service was slow and my gumbo came out lukewarm. It was also a bit of a mixed bag (my friend loved the mac 'n cheese), but on the whole more disappointing to me than the booze. It just feels like a place whose whole conception of the joys and nuance of cajun/creole cuisine is boiled down to "lets just throw a ton of hot sauce/ paprika on top of everything." I mean, I don't think there's any place for paprika and red pepper flakes on top of sweet potato fries, you know? Worth a try for a drink or two, I guess, but not a place I could ever see as a go-to. read more

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Cool bar, I like the ambiance. They have cool and smart staffs, special mention to April our awesome bartender, they have wide range of drinks, good food and awesome crowd. I will definitely visit again this bar in future happy hours. :) read more

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I really like this place, it has a cool chill vibe, but also a good date spot. The lights are dim, but not so dark. The waitress was very friendly and sweet when I came here. She came from time to time to check on us and was very attentive when my drink was finished asking if I would like another one. The food was also good. The sweet potato fries were a little crunch, but soft on the inside exactly how I like it. It was tasty, but not too sweet. The cajun mac and cheese has a little kick to it, not too spicy but still creamy and delicious. Oohh and I can't stress enough how good the st. charles chicken sandwich was. I am not really a sandwich kind of girl, but the chicken has just the right amount of flavor. For drinks, I got the bloody, bloody mary. They use the louisiana hot sauce. It's just the perfect tingle and spice in my mouth. Overall, I will definitely come back here for food and drinks. read more

Deep in the Louisiana Bayou hidden far back in the swampland lies this outpost of genial southern hospitality. Night had fallen. Dark and mysterious we entered inside to find a voo-doo laden establishment of flickering candles and dark woods illuminated by the flames of a roaring fireplace. Cool music was playing in the backround amongst the chatter of fellow imbibers. We took a table in a corner overlooking the bar. Big heavy wooden chairs and tables added to the charm of this place. We proceeded to check out the menu. Braised beef on toast, which was only $2.50 each and the suggestion was to order two. Done. Fried pickles? Of course! Both were delicious, but I was still a bit hungry. Had to try the gumbo as it is one of my faves. Their gumbo was thick, spicy, and filling. Well worth the $7 for this bowl of happiness. Nice selection of beers from the region - Abita Purple Haze, Arrogant Bastard, Rogue, and some others on tap. Happy hour 2 for 1 deal is always a bonus! Ventured in the back to the bathrooms to find three doors labeled sex, drugs, and rock & roll. I chose the sex room, but none was to be found inside.Sigh.... Walking to the back one notices a wonderful patio courtyard area reminiscent of an old New Orleans home. In warmer weather it makes for wonderful retreat. Wait! Was that Charlie Sheen drinking his namesake concoction sitting in a dark corner booth surrounded by porn stars? Ahhh....the sweet mysteries of the bayou! We will definitely come back here. Just a terrific bar. Plus, you gotta love a place that has a drink named after Charlie Sheen! read more

While you won't be able to take your Hurricane to the streets in a neon plastic cup, Ninth Ward is a more-than-respectable substitute for a New Orleans watering hole in the heart of the East Village, New York. And it's quickly becoming one of my favorite bars in the city. Their drink selection includes numerous Abita brands (both on draught and in bottles), a handful of New Orleans specialties (such as the aforementioned Hurricane), twists on Southern staples (case-in-point, the Laura Palmer, named after Arnie's illegitimate daughter, which uses Sweet Tea Infused Firefly Vodka), seven brands of absinthe (yes, seven), and finally, the now-infamous Charlie Sheen cocktail, which is literally just Cat Daddy Carolina Moonshine and Coke (the soda variety, not the real Charlie Sheen stuff). Don't think Mardi Gras when you come in here, however. Don't think daylight, bright colors, costumes, beads, titty-balls, none of that. Think more along the lines of a shelter from the storm - where you're holed up in this joint, waitin' for the weather to pass - well, might as well drink up! It's dark and cozy, most of the light from dim bulbs or the toasty fireplace. The interior gives off the illusion you're in the belly of The Black Rock, with its wood-beamed structure, nautical artwork, and faux-figurehead behind the bar. And while the punk rock music selection may not be New Orleans jazz, it's just grimy enough to tie it all together. Lastly, the three bathrooms at Ninth Ward are labeled "Sex", "Drugs", and "Rock and Roll". I chose the last one by default since the other two were occupied. Whether said activities were being carried out beyond their respective door signs remains undetermined. But the devil inside me likes to imagine they were. read more

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First off I loveeeee the décor and ambience here. I am a sucker for anything New Orleans inspired so this was a win off the bat for me. Came here with a few friends for the drunken brunch and were seated in the patio area which was nice with the fountain. Got there right at 12 or so and it was a bit empty until around 1 when people really started coming in. Only real complaint was we wanted bellinis but the mix was apparently still frozen and we weren't able to get them until we were almost ready to go (and then they weren't really that good). But the mimosas were good and with the unlimited add on we were all feeling quite lovely by the time we left. Food was good. The grits were really really good and rich and creamy. I had the skillet and that was filling and tasty. Really good eggs actually and the sausage was nicely spiced. Total came to about $45. Will probably be back here in a month or two for my bday as I want to see how it is during dinner/after hours. read more

Perfect spot for a weekday or sunday funday date. Dark and...well, very dark Perfect for groups to chill at cuz it has booths...and the outdoor patio Perfect for craft beer guzzling since there are quite a few to choose from 2 for 1 drinks really helps beat up your liver Deelish fried pickles and fries with aioli dipping sauce...your date will ask for more dipping sauce fo' sho Hit it up, trust me. read more

I was anticipating The Ninth Ward to be more of a restaurant and less of a bar, but it was the opposite. The decor and ambience are an alluring representation of the southern mystique of the city and life on the bayou. I was charmed by it. The food, however very good, was not the decadent and indulgent cuisine of NOLA, but a scaled down bar food version. Again - the food was very tasty and not too over priced. I'd definitely eat here again. Unfortunately, there was no table service, and orders had to be placed with the bartender but food was brought to the table by servers and servers did clear plates and glasses. As any good NOLA establishment should have - The Ninth Ward has Abita on tap. It also offers NOLA themed cocktails that were good but overpriced. I had 2 Marie Laveaus and they were inconsistently created by the same bartender. One may have had orange juice instead of grapefruit juice. The one that followed the recipe was excellent though. One more note, the crowd was loud for a Wednesday night and it seemed like mostly college kids. I look forward to visiting again and seeing the outdoor area. read more

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I love Ninth Ward. Drinks here are unique and strong and if you are lucky, you can sit in one of their stalls or backyard table. The dark wood tables and stalls reminds me of old West movies. I personally love their Laura Palmer drink, ladies! Get that and you won't be disappointed! Also, try their dirty fries and fried pickles. They are awesome drunk food! read more

I liked this place, especially being able to sit outside! The place is enclosed and there's a fountain in the middle-and it was packed on a Tuesday night! My friend and I shared the burger, which tasted juicy 'n smoky, hehe. It came with some fries as well. Also, take advantage of the 2 for 1 drink specials during HH (includes beers and wells drinks). read more

Came here for drinks with a few buds on Sunday afternoon and it was empty, which is probably expected. Really dark with a middle age theme but a pleasant surprise with a back patio area. A good place to grab a drink, 2-4-1 beers here for happy hour.. read more

Cool place for celebrating with friends. The drinks are good. I got guac and chips. The vibe is nice and our bartender looked like a herb farmer but I loved it. I had a good night and my friends enjoyed their birthdays. We were able to spread out all over, from the garden to the front veranda. Reasonably priced and quick service. read more

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(Deep sigh) . . . The sigh is because this place is actually a beautiful space and my first (and possibly last) meal there was excellent. However, my two-star rating is in large-part attributed to my overall experience there and despite the ambiance and the food quality, I left not feeling like I had a great customer service experience. A friend of mine invited me to a "talk" that was being hosted by a colleague of his and was being held at the restaurant. When I walked up to the entrance of the restaurant, I was greeted gruffly by a gentleman who only said, "ID". I was a little taken aback as I'd expect a curt greeting like that at a club or bar, but I thought this was a restaurant. Mind you the guy wasn't rude but a "hello" or "good evening" definitely would have been preferred over the one I received. The inside of the restaurant was nice but the gem, for me, was the beautiful back patio which has a fountain in it. It felt like being in a southern Italian village, I loved it. Was eventually shown to a table in the back that would sit 10-12 folks. It was Happy-hour so they had several beers 2 for 1 until 8:00 when their Happy-hour ended. I ended up ordering a Chimay ($10). They give you a wooden token for your second drink which you give to them when you're ready for it. I ordered the 'Slap Ya Mamma' (Really not a fan of this name at all) Buffalo Wings which are cooked in a special sauce and served with house bleu. They are offered in two prices depending on your desired portions ($9.00 or $17.00). I got the $17 portion size. Wings are pretty hard to mess up as far as comfort food goes, but they're even harder to master. These wings were mastered! These were some of the best tasting wings I've had ever! Whatever is in the special sauce, is definitely that, special! They were well cooked and had a New Orleans flare that was more memorable than any wings I can remember talking about. I'm telling you, these wings were phenomenal! That being said, it was my later experience which warranted me giving Ninth Ward a two-star rating. After finishing the meal, I ordered a glass of white wine. When the waitress was placing the glass on the table, she proceeded to accidentally knock the glass over and it rolled off of the table shattering on the ground. There was wine spilled on my pants (which will have to be dry-cleaned) as well as on my shoes and bag that was next to my chair. She apologized and I came away with no glass in my eye so I thought I came out pretty good as far as possible scenarios went. She was nice enough, absent the spilling of the wine, but the drinks had been brought out rather slowly. When the bill came she offered me one of the Happy-hour coins mentioned above entitling me to a free beer if I were to ever come back to the establishment. In addition, I was one of two people, who actually ordered food (everyone else was just drinking) and she added in an automatic gratuity to my bill because it was a party larger than 6. My problem was that, in lieu of her spilling wine on my clothes and shoes, the proper thing to do would have been to either comp or offer to comp the drink as our table's engagement was interrupted due to the mistake. We had to stop, make sure myself and the person next to me, didn't have broken glass anywhere on us, etc. I get that people make mistakes, but how you address them is also important. A token for a beer is not a great remedy for having wine spilled on me (and the person sitting next to me) and the interruption of our table's dialogue. Although I was disappointed with my overall customer service experience at Ninth Ward, I still think it has a beautiful backyard space and the wings were some of the tastiest I've had. The wings are the only reason I didn't give a 1-star rating. Wish I could have given a better rating but the service experience was not satisfactory. Hopefully this can be regarded as positive feedback for the restaurant moving forward. read more

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Definitely a cool little spot to grab a drink or two with a friend. However, as other reviewers have stated, it was incredibly dark inside. Perfect for 10PM on a weekend night. Horrible for 6PM happy hour, especially when it's beautiful out. No beuno. I had to use the flashlight on my phone to determine which bill I was giving the bartender. Maybe it's a sneaky little trick they use in hopes that I fork over a $20 instead of a $10. The fried pickles were quite possible the worst I ever had in my life (sweet, greasy, fried gerkins). I didn't try any of the other food, so I can't discount it too much. The bartender was friendly and personable. It's always nice to see a bartender smile here and there, especially when you're in the EV. It was also nice to see 30/40 years olds in there instead of your typical young 20's in these type of bars. (I guess I'm getting old!) There's also a cool fountain in the back that's a replica of the one found at Pat O'Briens in N'awlins. read more

What a way to spend a happy hour with a group of friends: sitting on an enclosed patio surrounded by soothing fountains and greenery enjoying the 2 for 1 happy hour special until 8 and talking over a plate of Poutine. This aptly named New Orleans-style bar takes you out of New York and into the heart of Louisiana with its southern comfort cajun menu and Abita heavy beer menu. We ordered the Poutine, Dirt Fries, Fried Pickles, Sweet Potato Fries, Chicken Sandwich and Goat's Cheese Salad. The Poutine is covered in gravy (most relatable to a much cleaner chili cheese fries) - a New Orleans staple; the dirt fries are seasoned in a way that actually tastes very earthy. Strange at first, but you will be unable to eat just one. They are served with a sort of chipotle mayo that pares great with the dirt taste; the fried pickles are quarter sliced and delicately fried. So delicate, that if you're not careful, the fried part will fall right off in the ranch dressing. Very delicious; the sweet potato fries are very different from the dirt fries. the dirt fries are thin cut, but the sweet potato fries are thick cut, crispy and well-seasoned. You can even devour without ketchup! The chicken sandwich was smothered in melted cheese, but perfectly balanced with tomatoes and lettuce on a ciabotta bun. I didn't try it, but it looked killer; the goat's cheese salad was extremely refreshing with strawberries, berry vinaigrette, goat cheese and roasted pecans all nestled on a bed of romane and spinach leaves. It tasted just as great as the menu read. The service was speedy quick. Our waitress had personality and was willing and excited to help our group of 13 split checks. No one ever had an empty glass (alcohol or water) and any empties were immediately cleared by the waitstaff. The food delivery was speedy as well. The place was clean, average in noise (despite the crowd) and very comfortable. I would absolutely come back! read more

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2 stars for brunch: horrible service Food-brunch: 3 stars Recommend the shrimp grits The water came in a glass bottle that has mold growing at the bottom of the jar. There were pieces of mold floating in everyone's water. Service: 0 stars My friends and I were the only customers. It took us hours for the waiter to come give us the check. She was no where to be found when I tried to look for her. It took a while to find her to put our orders in. read more

They have an amazing happy hour special. Its bogo- Buy one get one free. It lasts til 8pm. I loved the purple haze beer- had a nice raspberry taste to it. Its a great deal. My friend ordered the chicken sandwich. I ate all of his fries because they were so good. I believe it had rosemary on it. He also enjoyed his sandwich. Our waitress was very quick and always ready to help! The bogo is only for beer and well drinks. not wine or cocktails. FYI, its a bit darker of a location, so it has that cool, chill vibe goin on. read more

This place will always hold a special place in my heart because my boyfriend and I had our first date here. [insert heart emoji] Anyway, the happy hour special is pretty great; buy one, get one free, giving you a buffalo nickle to use when you want to redeem. The place is a bit dark, so be careful of the stairs. I have never tried the food. There is usually a wait for the bathrooms. There is also a backyard, but unfortunately I have never really experienced it myself. My main issue with this place is about the backyard. I went into it once just to look, and there were waiters and people back there. Well, a waiter came up to me and told me basically to get out because the area was closed. Riiiiggghhhttttttt....... read more

Didn't eat the food so I can't comment on culinary. But i can't complain because i was there with so many interesting people. Ninth itself isn't a bad looking place, good crowd, outdoor back seating. the booths are awkward and no way were they able to handle a yelp crowd. Aside from the first bartender being a Cuntasaurus Rex and not giving me my 2 for ones i had a good time. Apparently when i said give me one of what this guy is drinking and she chose to ignore me and hand me a menu while she stuffed her face, left a worse after taste in my mouth then their crappy beer i was drinking. but it goes deeper then that i just feel when your tending bar you should be nice and not make the customer feel like he's bothering you by ordering a drink. I respected the management for coming over and telling me our crowded table wasn't working for him. i like honesty and hard work in a place. Dude was bustin ass putting up with our crap and handling his shit. Might go back, if i don't its nothing personal I'm just not over there often. I should note that our server at the table made good on my 2 for 1's even if she did spill some beer on Birthday Boy G and turned tail out of there. sorry G but ur shirt was pink anyways! read more

I've quickly learned that East Village is home to many amazing things, not least of which is 2-for-1 happy hours that seem to last much longer than most respectable professionals would wish to admit. And guess what? Ninth Ward is right up there with the best of 'em. A nice hang, great patio, and cheap enough drinks for even the brokest 30k millionaires trying to make a splash. They have food too, but beware -- the dirt fries taste exactly as described. If you like earthy flavor notes, you'll be stoked. If not, you'll swear you just dipped a wet finger in potato-y beach sand. read more

It seems as though there's a new bar opening every other minute in the East Village (much to the consternation of many co-op owners and Community Board 3). I'm a fan; I'd rather have a bar open up than one more branch of one more bank. Or a Starbucks. I can't say I've visited each new watering hole; to be honest, I tend to obsessively frequent, like, one or two favorites. But when I bumbled into Ninth Ward one frigid Saturday afternoon in late November, curious about this new bar with a New Orleans name, I was beyond impressed. The place is gorgeous! There are intimate booths with velvet curtains you can draw to make them even more so. The walls are shutters that replicate the blocking out of blazing sun. The bathrooms are labeled "Sex," "Drugs" and "Rock & Roll." Hah! There's a beautifully designed back yard with a fountain. And the centerpiece is a real wood-burning fireplace! But don't rely on just the décor! They have a two-for-one happy hour that rivals even the best dive bars. There's a kitchen that serves up tasty Cajun-inspired dishes. They have a wide selection of Abita brews on tap. And a staff that manages to balance efficient and polite with hip and handsome. The only downside is that most nights the place is packed with annoying yupsters. Sigh. There's simply no fighting it. So you'll find me there on random weekend days or early evening Mondays. Because it's my favorite new bar! read more

2 for 1 happy hour til 8pm on all beers and well drinks. I think it's a good deal on the beers (Magners Cider also included) but I think their well drinks are pretty small so not sure if it's worth the deal. This place is good for small groups but not large gatherings. The booths limit how many people can sit, I think no more than 6- 8. You can reserve seating inside but not outside, which is a pity when the weather is nice. The patio outside is seating only and there's a bouncer that keeps checking on capacity and you can only go outside if you are seated at a table. Bathrooms titled 'Sex', 'Drugs' and 'Rock & Roll' always makes me giggle. When I've been in line, I have often (drunkenly) asked the person by me, if they had a choice, which would they choose. I'm all about 'Rock & Roll'. There was one waitress running the show so service was slow at times. For such a busy bar, they should have more waitresses. One gripe only and that was with such a big group, the bill confused us all. We were given 2 bills with two different amounts - one labeled "HH Comp" and the other was the complete bill, including the food some people bought. It took us forever to figure it out (with the help of the waitress) and eventually pay. If I ever come here with a group again, I know better to pay-as-you-go or get your drinks at the bar. read more

I wanted to really like this place. I knew they had a back patio and a pretty cool looking bar, and I was ready to give a strong review. Unfortunately, I was on this spiked apple cider kick (that I would nominate for the drink of this 2015/16 winter season. I ordered two spiked ciders, which were painstakingly prepared by the attentive bartenders; but was dumbfounded when I found out that dropping a $20 only covers one. Yes, you read that right. At a place within a minutes walking distance of a bar serving generous bourbon and cider pour for $5, this place charges $14 for....what I'm guessing is some citrus and a cinnamon stick garnishing a slightly inferior spiked cider when compared to its less pricey competitor. Suddenly, the cool decor and vibe wasn't doing anything for me. In fact, all the coolness of the bar didn't even come close to compensating the $9 extra I paid for my drink plus hers, (PS - Cider prices weren't advertised outside when we decided to settle on this place), and I recommend you go to Grassroots on St Marks to get your spiked cider buzz on the cheap. While I (and hopefully any person counting their dollars) won't be going back to 9th ward for hot wintry drinks this cold season, I want to check it out again in the summertime to see what they can really do...or not. read more

I don't get the hype. Seriously, this place is really really really talked up and it was just a total let down. I came here with two of my friends a few Sundays ago for some lunch and adult beverages. The weather was semi-warm out, so we sat outside in the back garden with our coats on. Also, because it was SO DARK in the restaurant that we found that a little off-putting for a Sunday afternoon, although I could see it having a cool vibe in the evening. The service was SLOW as molasses. We ordered our drinks and they slowly came to us. The waiter must have been severely hungover because he had zero pep in his step. Not to mention he couldn't even hold the glasses straight and spilled some of the drinks on the table. The menu is not enticing at all. I ordered an avocado salad and was then told they were out of salad. Uhhh what? So I then ordered the chicken skewers, which came out partially raw, so I ate around it because the waiter did not appear again until our meal was over. When I told him and SHOWED him the RAW CHICKEN he didn't even do anything or say much. He just cleared my plate. AWFFFFFFFFFFFUL. FAIL. read more

The purple haze abita and the bleu bayou burger are a yes. HH deal would've been awesome except our waitress was non-existent, so 8 pm came and went without our second drink. Jalapeno appetizers "gators on horseback" were yummy. It was a delightful time. I'm only deducting one star for the waitress service. read more

I might have been pretty drunk but the bathrooms here caught me particularly off guard. Just to intrigue you, there aren't two bathrooms, there are three to choose from. It was a little pricey but the front doors are grand enough that they will deter most of the classic bar rats that you're trying to avoid. Food: N/A Service: 8/10 Price: 7/10 Atmosphere: 10/10 read more

On a Saturday afternoon with a group of 12 very committed alcoholics, the Ninth Ward's outdoor space was perfect to accommodate our large, obnoxious group. In celebration of my friend Jeff's birthday, we feasted on an array of southern dishes, beer and bloody marys. The food was just okay, not anything special or remarkable, but it was eatable and overall quite satisfying. Service was fine, although I should point out we were the ONLY PARTY in the restaurant for the majority of our visit. The outdoor space was covered and heated, which made for an uplifting and bright lunch. Despite it's awkward location, at least for me, I will probably be back because the price was right. read more

OK, so I've been back a few times and feel that I can more legitimately review the bar. Love it! Good music, a lot of little places to hide away and a GIANT, BLAZING FIREPLACE. Those are blazing caps. The beer isn't the cheapest, but it's not the place you go to for chugging. Happy hour is 2 for 1. I've seen a couple groups playing cards at the tables and just hanging out, even someone doing work. The vibe lends itself to that. I dig it. read more

2-for-1 happy hour until 8:00 Not too crowded for happy hour on Fridays, but crowded enough that you don't feel lame for being there. Very, very, very, very dark, but I love the interior - lots of wood and plenty of stools so if you have a group you can actually sit instead of having to stand around. Late night on the weekends it can get packed in a good way! The outside patio area is small but nice and has tables. If you order a drink that has orange juice, they squeeze it fresh using a manual juicer .... since I usually just drink an orange-juice-cranberry-spritzer, I'm a fan. Food: fried mini-gerkin pickles - I prefer fried pickles when they're sliced, not whole, so I found these weird hamburger - yum spicy wings - smallest. wings. ever. Not too spicy, but maybe that's because there is such a small surface area for the sauce. read more

Went to a birthday party here this weekend. The backyard garden was nice, but SO hot. It felt like we were in a greenhouse. My friends booked the backyard for 35 people from 4pm-8pm. They refused to move the fan to anywhere that would blow on us (it was blowing right on one or 2 tables of 2-3 people). And then they got annoyed when we get standing up to move to the cooler part. Best part: 2 for 1 well drinks and beer! The staff wasn't bad, they were very quick and kept getting us more drinks. Note: they refused to give us separate checks for a party of 30+. At one point we cleared our tab and then just bought each round separately so it wouldn't be as big of a hassle after most people left. As we were leaving, one of the bar backs picked up a stool and hit my boyfriend very hard in the head with it. One star off for hitting patrons with furniture! read more

If I were the kind of person that had a go-to bar because I had a rough day and simply needed a drink outside of my apartment, Ninth Ward would be my bar. The ambience is low key but not divey, and the 2-for-1 happy hour till 8 pm works for me. There are all manners of strange curios and eccentricities that decorate this bar, as well as a nice outdoor space out back with a soothing fountain. You can sit outside, in 4-6 people booths, by the bar or stand around a few pillars - many permutations exist to suit your solo, date, or group-hang needs. My other favorite thing about Ninth Ward is the food. It's actually good, well-prepared, hearty bar food, that's not your standard issue stomach-filling greasy burger and hot wings fare - this has a New Orleans twist, which means spices and seafood. Delicious food and cheap drink - Ninth Ward is the living room you couldn't possibly afford to have in the East Village! read more

I've been here on a number of occasions and have had a great time on all three. 1) Birthday gathering for my Southern friend who went to Tulane. This is when I was first introduced to Ninth Ward. Great happy hour special (buy one, get a token for free drink that you can use at any happy hour in the future). Even though there wasn't room in the outside patio area, the owner was kind enough to find us a booth that accommodated our large party. 2) Another birthday gathering, this time planned by yours truly for a close friend. Another large group of girls and the owner, whose name I don't know (yet), was awesome! He went out of his way to seat us in the garden and even brought us all shots for my friend's birthday! 3) Came here for a date... with a boy that went to LSU (go figure, I LOVE Southern boys). Again, owner remembered me and sat us in the garden. Had a great time even though we only stayed for one drink. I definitely recommend this place for both large groups, catching up with a friend or two or even for a date. The outdoor area is a must during the Summer, but the decor inside replicates a famous Bourbon Street bar and definitely made me feel like I was in Louisiana. Plus, the bathrooms are marked, Sex, Drugs, Rock and Roll. So upon every visit, I make it a point to use all three as they're all about the same priority in my book :) read more

Don't judge me for sitting at that bar for 7 hours, it was Sunday Funday. When I walked in they were brewing up some apple cider, so you understand when I tell you I had to wait for it and have one ... or 5. oops. Bahh livin, gahden livin, or booth with a curtain ... take your pick. Bathroom mirrors, dirty as hell, be lucky it's dark in there cause after a few drinks I bet you think you're looking good still .. don't worry you're not. Shoe string fries with garlic aioli, sign me up, twice with the aioli please. Fried pickles, forget about it. Music selection? After a few beers you don't even hear it anymore so just go with the flow ... you'll be happy you did. read more

I'm not sure what's not to love. Unassuming from the outside, I never would have guessed this place was such a gem! The boyfriend and I came here before bouncing over to trivia on a Tuesday night, and snagged the last table in their beautiful garden. 2 for 1 happy hour? Yes please. AND a free margarita? Color me plastered. I ordered the muffaletta and was pleasantly surprised- the pickled mayo (?) was to die for. Boyfriend had the pulled pork, and thought it was delicious. Minus a star for the SUPER slow service; our waitress was a sweetheart, but was also on her own with 10+ tables. Overall, a great deal and a great vibe. read more

Yet again, Ninth Ward never ceases to impress me. Sultry decor. Sexy garden. Very New Orleans. Two for one drinks until 8pm. Get here, now. It's easier than flying down to NOLA. read more

Great place!! While it's not a 5-star restaurant, it's a bar with bar food, it's spectacular for what it is. GREAT ambiance / setting, no bright lights, but not too dark where you can't see anything. They have an actual fire burning in fire place, a nice outdoor, covered (in case it's raining) outdoor back patio. VERY friendly and courteous staff and great selection of fine beer on tap and whiskey selection. The chicken sandwich rocked. The fries rocked. The wings rocked. The fried okra even rocked and I never really liked okra - probably because it wasn't cooked perfect, as this was. The poutine was excellent. Good poutine is like good poontang, yummy! so glad we stumbled into this place, can't wait to go back! Truly an authentic New Orleans style food place. Good stuff!!! read more

Came here last Friday to meet up with some fellow Yelpers. The place was so dimly lit in stark contrast to how bright it was outside, that I could literally feel my pupils start to expand as I stepped inside. The place was very crowded - so crowded in fact, that people were being turned away from entering the outdoor patio area. Luckily, our group was at a booth nearby. Unluckily, there were more of us then the booth could handle, so we were getting the stink eye from everyone who walked by. Deal with it, people! Decent drinks, yummy fried pickles (they used sweet gherkins, which I've never seen with fried pickles- a most welcomed change). We had dinner plans, which caused me to leave after about an hour and a half, but the company was wonderful, which more than made up for the lacking ammenities. I'd probably come back for a drink when it's less crowded, but that's about it. read more

So this is my 5th 3-star ratings in a row, and may be should have been 6th since Nishida Sho Ten was a borderline. This is my friend's go-to place for a beer in the area so we decided to head out for the evening. There is a front patio, the interior, and a back porch area that used to be open but is now enclosed. We sat in the back area, which reminded me of New Orleans, and I later find out that that's because this place is themed after New Orleans. No wonder. The service is a bit slow but pleasant. The food is okay, typical bar food of typical taste and nothing more. We had the wings and it was decent not spectacular, and fried pickles which were pretty good. The winner here is the atmosphere, which is sufficiently NOLA-like with good, lively but civil crowd. 4 beers on tap with the 2 dishes come out to $65 total with tips. That's not bad. But 3-star food, 3.5 star service and 4-star atmosphere at that price probably means 3.5 stars. I just can't justify bumping it up to 4 though... Table-for-1 Factor: It's a bar first and foremost, and not the type that seems to work for sitting alone at the bar. Not sure I'd feel comfortable doing that. read more

Yeah New Orleans-themed bars! I like this place. I've been here twice and each time I feel happy to be here. They make it look like you're in a dark bar in the daytime with the way the windows are designed. They have Abita on tap. My friend and I ordered the macaroni and cheese with andouille sausage and the sweet potato fries. They were delicious. Wish the mac n cheese had more cheese, but overall tasty. Sweet potato fries were so good. read more

"What is one of your favorite happy hour bars?" is a question that I get asked pretty often. When strapped for originality, therein lies the tried and true. My honest answer would probably be The Ninth Ward. It is in a convenient location on 2nd and 12th, their happy hour is quite good (Buy 1 Get 1 Free daily from 4-8 PM for well drinks and beer), the food is quite good (in a bad kinda way), you've got 2 different ambiances with the dark interior booths as well as a garden in the back if you prefer the sunlight/pseudo stars. It is usually packed with people, so I suggest you come early if you don't want to wait forever. PS - The Dirt Fries are quite good and if you don't know what you want with cocktails, it's hard to go wrong with their Lauren Palmers read more