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    Pat O'Brien’s

    4.0 (2.8k reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    PAT O'BRIEN’S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
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    Live music
    Loud

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    Mike D.

    Great spot for drinks. Stopped by on a Monday afternoon, so no food was offered during certain days. Not a problem, just had a few drinks and enjoyed company and the vibe here.

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    Zoe G.

    We went on a Friday afternoon for hurricanes at the piano bar. It was empty so we had so much room and listening space around the bar. The pianists are fabulous. Very personable and great at interacting with the crowd. The vibes are amazing day or night and so are the drinks!

    Anthony A.

    Pat O'Brien's has the reputation and the location, but I was disappointed to find the Guinness was only in a can and not on tap. In a place this well known, that just felt like a miss. The vibe is still very much classic French Quarter tourist energy, but the beer selection did not quite match the legend. How can an Irish bar not have Irish beer on tap? HMMMMMMM

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    Wendy K.

    What's not to love about this highly popular location that is a must stop every time I am in the city. Several years ago when I was here, I found out that we have the same birthday, which is December 2. So glad that I stopped in for the traditional hurricane while sitting on the patio looking at the fountain. I just love this place.

    Celia Monique W.

    Pat O'Brien's was one of my mini pit stops while walking along Bourbon Street, and several people told me it was a must-visit for my first trip to New Orleans--specifically for the famous Hurricane. Of course, I had to order one. And let's just say I took my time with it because I am very much a lightweight! But it was definitely worth trying and part of the full New Orleans experience. The service was great, and the overall vibe was exactly what you'd expect in this area--relaxed, lively, and full of people just enjoying themselves. Between the music playing in the streets and the energy of the crowd, it was a really fun atmosphere. I'll definitely be stopping by again the next time I'm in New Orleans.

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    Trendy D.

    Litttt drinks! The famous hurricane was solid. It's dangerous cause it's sweet, you don't taste much of the alcohol. My husband must have a strong tolerance cause he didn't feel anything after having one. The vibes and music were pretty good. It was a mixture of genres. There's a jukebox where you cans select music but you have to pay. It wasn't super packed when we went. It was around 9:40 pm the week before the final Mardi Gras parade (02/08/26).

    Piano bar - the best
    Lise H.

    The piano bar was an awesome experience! We loved listening to the energetic pianists take requests and play an amazing assortment of requested at the Bar. You have to buy a drink - and quite honestly, all the specialty drinks were quite heavy on the alcohol. So if you are into a stronger cocktail, Pat O'Briens has a drink for you. Go for the live music and the ambiance - best atmosphere for me personally on Bourbon Street. It might not be true jazz, but if you want piano, look no further than pat o briens.

    Chris and Marcus & Jenn Madrigal
    Marcus M.

    Bar tender Chris is awesome we try to come see him every time we come up from San Antonio

    Victor H.

    THEE home of the most prestigious, unique, and dangerous alcoholic concoction: The Hurricane! That's the main reason why you're at this establishment since legend says this place is the birth place of this notorious beverage. Price has gone up since COVID and runs for about $13 each now. But upon ordering one and taking the first sip, you will be hit with a powerful injection of fruit and alcohol that will take over your body. And you will continue sipping on this until it's gone. Be careful and do small sips at an easy pace. This way you can enjoy the cocktail cause it's worth enjoying. So much so, you may order a second (and a third if you dare). As for the bar itself, it's quite large with a mega outdoor seating area. Inside has a couple bar areas with a piano area to enjoy some music and karaoke. I haven't seen what the place is like when it gets truly packed but each time I've attended, it's had a steady crowd of people sitting around sipping hurricanes and shooting the breeze. Definitely a touristy spot but one that I always frequent when I'm in the Big Easy. You can also purchase the hurricane glass as a souvenir. Plus they serve food here too but I didn't care for that since we know why people come here.

    Dan K.

    It's a must stop any time you are in New Orleans and you gotta get a hurricane. The service is impeccable. The servers' personalities here are amazing and they always seem like they all love their jobs! Derrick took good care of us, making us laugh, making sure we were good on food and drinks the whole time. The catfish strips were delicious. Even during the day, the vibe gets you in the mood to relax and let loose a little. Love it!

    Andrea U.

    Pat O'Brien ran a speakeasy in the French Quarter, until the repeal of Prohibition. He officially opened the bar in 1933. This Historical Building was built in 1791 as a private home and later became the first Spanish Theatre in the country. The old bar had an upright piano to entertain, but went bigger & better with 2 baby grand pianos; dueling piano entertainment was created. Rum with a passion fruit punch in a glass shaped like a hurricane lamp was the perfect vessel and the Hurricane drink became New Orleans favorite libation.

    Jamie S.

    Hurricanes as big as your head, a gorgeous patio, fun vibes, and did I mention the hurricanes?! I've been to New Orleans 3 times, but my most recent visit finally included a stop at Pat O'Brien's. I can't believe I didn't come here sooner! The hurricanes were so strong that I was definitely tipsy before I finished mine, but don't let that deter you from getting one because they are TASTY. This is an epic stop in NOLA and one you shouldn't skip when you're on Bourbon Street. Laissez les bon temps rouler, indeed!

    Steve M.

    The OG. The hurricane was invented here. You used to be able to keep the glass, now they are $5.- If you never had one, you need to, or three. Haha. I think they have food ? Not too sure !

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    Took my money and didn't play my song. She just left. Kinda weird so don't spend money on a song here

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    Ask the Community - Pat O'Brien’s

    Do they still sell the big hurricane drink?

    Yes!

    Are kids allowed in the piano bar?

    If you order food, you can be seated in the courtyard. Not the bar/patio bar.

    Is the courtyard open on Monday and Tuesday and just the piano bar is closed, or is the entire place closed on Mondays and Tuesday's now?

    When is happy hour & how much?

    Not that I know of but Cats Meow down street has 3/1 til 8p

    Are 20 year olds (with parents) allowed in the non-restaurant areas?

    Yes they have a restaurant area for food that's not carded.

    Is this place 18 and over?

    Not in the restaurant.

    Anyone know the price of the huge hurricane they sell?

    Hi Olivia, If you are referring to our Magnum Hurricane (3 gallons) it is $200. This includes a… Read more

    Is it hard to find parking?

    Yes... Just walk everywhere or uber/lyft

    Should you get a reservation? We have a party of 7 and it's a Sunday night.

    I don't think they take reservations.

    4 of us from my firm are coming down from NYC. We're being "those people" and hoping to try the Magnum (IG and Facebook purposes). Is there a minimum for how many people you need to order it?!? Thanks!!

    4 is the lucky number!

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    Peacock Room - Smoked Tomato Linguine with meatballs

    Peacock Room

    4.4(231 reviews)
    0.7 miWarehouse District
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    Located in the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, it is actually a nice restaurant that has a lot of charm…read more Located away from the nose and bustle of Bourbon Street, we had a peaceful dinner that is not fried or wholly unhealthy (i.e. greasy). The presentation of the food came was amazing. We ordered the linguine and added meatballs, which was well worth it. We also ordered the shrimp & grits, which included Brussels sprouts. Boy, it was sure nice to get some vegetables in my stomach after eating all that yummy fried food during our stay! All in all, both dishes were delicious. It is a little on the pricey side, but after several days of eating in the touristy area of the French Quarter, this was truly a welcome change. Service was polite and attentive. I always appreciate the staff's efforts by making simply making eye contact and smiling (which they did). Seems trivial but I think those small things says a lot about a business. I would recommend this restaurant even if you are not a guest of the hotel.

    I had a hotel credit I could use on this restaurant, so I popped into the Peacock Room for a solo…read moreearly dinner. The ambiance is amazing, plus velvet, emerald and sapphire tone, glitzy, and feels like a good photo op. The bar and cocktail menu looked expansive. However, I was going to be hopping on a meeting, so I could not partake, unfortunately. A group got this impressive tower of espresso martini and everyone seemed to be enjoying their drinks! I wanted that New Orleans seafood but had late lunch, so I opted for just the crispy gulf shrimp on cheesy grits. I really wished I can hungrier because the dish ended up being very heavy. The shrimp were nice and crispy. The charred Brussels sprouts gave me the false sense that this was a healthy dish because I was getting my veggie intake. The bacon jam was sweet and went well with the Brussels sprouts. I loved the combination of the cheesy grits and the Crystal hot sauce. It was the perfect amount of both and some how led me to understand why Americans put hot sauce on their Mac n cheese and some other cheesy dishes after 30 years of not really understanding the attraction to that combo. I got the marinated olives to go so I could have a little snack later. They were just stuff I feel I could get in a jar... not really sure if I could justify the price. I think this is a fine place if you're looking for a photogenic night out drinking with a group of friends. Could be really cute for brunch!

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    Jewel Of The South - Short Rib and Brisket Pie

    Jewel Of The South

    4.5(284 reviews)
    0.3 miFrench Quarter
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    Words simply cannot express how much I continue to be blown away by the exquisite quality of food,…read morebeverage, service, and uncommon hospitality demonstrated and perfectly executed by this New Orleans establishment. My wife and I visited on our first NoLa trip together about 4 years ago and make it a point to go every time now. Our first time we stopped in for lunch at the bar and had an excellent experience, and decided to return. We came back on the next trip just to grab a drink and a snack before heading down for dinner in the Bywater. The bartender (Chris) gave a bunch of recommendations for places to visit that way, all of which we have done in the past few trips and have loved. But it's this past trip where we were truly blown away. We were in town for JazzFest and after walking back to the French Quarter, we were thinking about food options and decided to take a gamble to see if we could get a seat at the bar or maybe grab a drink for the road before getting food somewhere else. The bar was full when we got there around 8/8:15, but they had a no show and could serve us, as long as we ordered quickly and were ok with the check hitting the table right at 9PM. Given our slightly (perhaps generous) inebriated state from being at the festival all day and being slightly underdressed, we felt this was quite a kind accommodation. With the clear expectations of needing to get our orders in quickly, we wasted no time making a decision on our drinks and a few food options. Despite this need for a quick turn around, at no time did we feel rushed. The food and drinks were absolutely perfect, as they always are. But what impressed us most was the staff. At no point did the hostess or wait staff seem annoyed by us, despite us parachuting in from a music festival and looking like sunburn and poor decisions. By managing expectations on the front end, we never felt rushed despite the need for a quick turn around. They were all lovely, professional, and as cordial as if we were regulars with standing reservations once a week. In terms of atmosphere, it is always perfect: lively and fun for a date night, dinner with friends/family, or just a nice drink before a night out and about. I truly cannot begin to explain how much I love this restaurant and every experience I've had there. The awards and accolades this establishment (a sincere and lofty term Jewel of the South truly deserves) have been awarded are beyond well earned. Restaurants around the country should aspire to provide the quality of food, service, and overall hospitality Jewel of the South provides on a regular basis. It will continue to be our first and foremost recommendation to anyone we know who is going to New Orleans. Bravo! We shall return!

    Excited to get to try this cool little bar and restaurant which has named one of the best 50 bars…read morein world. Reservations fill up months in advance, so we were very grateful to get one. Charming patio, and beautiful intimate interior with just 4 seats at the gorgeous bar and about 6 small tables inside. The cocktail menu is seasonal, and this spring, many were tea infused. I had the Columbina with gin, jasmine tea pear verdita, boomsma and lemon, and my husband had the Jewel sazerac - both exquisite. We shared 5 small plates - the crawfish bread - crawfish inside a crispy, flaky croissant like bread - OMG deliciousness. Then the tufa crudo - so fresh and flavorful, the crab tartlets - fine, but not as good as the other dishes; excellent salad, and the broccolini in a housemade horseradish goat cheese sauce - wow; one of the best broccolini dishes we have had. The carrots looked amazing, too. What a treat!

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    The Sazerac Bar - #YelpElite #Yelp #NewOrleans

    The Sazerac Bar

    4.5(91 reviews)
    0.5 miCentral Business District
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    Love this lounge/bar with lots of history. Located in The Roosevelt, a Waldorf Astoria hotel, its…read morecool vibe and delicious drinks had us returning a second night after trying it the first. Tables with lounge chairs line the back wall, while the bar runs the same length on the opposite side. Lots of standing room in between; enough for a wedding party and friends to fill the bar space Saturday night. Service is professional and upscale. I discovered a twist on the French 75 cocktail that I love (champagne, lemon juice, simple syrup and gin) when the menu offered a choice of gin or cognac. After looking it up I found out that the cognac variation is called a French 125. Loved it and now a new favorite!

    The Sazerac Bar at the The Roosevelt New Orleans prepares an outstanding Sazerac cocktail, as you…read morewould expect. While the Sazerac wasn't invented here, this is arguably its most iconic home, a place where New Orleans cocktail history comes to life. I would use this version as your gold standard when dining out in New Orleans and looking for a perfect Sazerac. We enjoyed watching bartender Rachel craft each drink. Rye whiskey, Peychaud's Bitters, and sugar are stirred in a small pitcher with ice. The serving glass is chilled, then emptied, and finished with an absinthe rinse along the rim. The cocktail is strained into the glass and topped with a lemon peel. The atmosphere makes the experience even better. The murals, the history, and the energy of the room give it a sense of occasion that you do not get at most bars. We had such a great time sitting at the bar that my wife and I each finished two and a half Sazeracs, which tells you everything you need to know.

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    The Carousel Bar & Lounge - Weeee!

    The Carousel Bar & Lounge

    4.2(1.9k reviews)
    0.3 miFrench Quarter
    $$

    Carousel Bar was such a fun experience and definitely lived up to the hype. I had the Brandon…read moreBramble, which is a must if you enjoy Hennessy. It was made with Hennessy, lemon juice, simple syrup, crème de cassis, St-Germain, and ginger ale, garnished with a dried lemon wheel and "Filthy" cherries -- smooth, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. My date had the Royal Street Heat, crafted by Sean Holcomb, made with St. George Chile Pepper Vodka, agave nectar, peach purée, Hellfire bitters, ginger beer, and a Tajin rim. It had the perfect mix of sweet heat and flavor. Both drinks were so good we ended up ordering two rounds while sitting at the rotating bar listening to a live jazz band. Watching the bartenders work while slowly moving around the bar made the whole experience unique and entertaining. Definitely a must-visit spot in New Orleans.

    We love the carousel bar. If you are lucky enough to get a seat at the bar, you're sitting on an…read moreactual seat from a carousel, and the bar turns. If not, there are plenty of other comfortable seating options scattered throughout the bar. On the weekend, there's always an amazing band playing and they often encourage dancing. The drinks are delicious and you can order from the bar or there are servers walking around who are friendly and helpful. We were there after jazz fest, and it was extremely crowded so we ordered the bar, took our drinks and found a comfy seat in the lobby where we could chat. We may have seen someone famous while we were there so always keep an eye out. It is a popular spot for people visiting the city.

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    The Apothecary - Oyster special !! Bloody mary is awesome !

    The Apothecary

    4.2(201 reviews)
    0.0 miFrench Quarter
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    The best NOLA experience I've had because of Charlie, Rylan, and Dominick. Charlie gave an amazing…read moretour and serving experience, Ryan was attentive with the drinks, and Dominick was as always there to complete every detail before we could think of it.

    Pre parade New Orleans is a zoo. Tourists roam around with frozen grenades like it's a competitive…read moresport, neon sugar and grain alcohol sloshing through the streets. The Apothecary was the cure. We grabbed seats mid bar and before we even finished settling in, there were waters waiting on the bar. That simple move already separated this place from the chaos outside. It's hospitality in its cleanest form: welcome in, take a breath, we got you. Inside is low light and old time apothecary mood, menus like a spellbook, but it's not gimmicky. The bartenders move like they've done the reps. Calm. Precise. No frantic showboating, no syrupy cover ups, no sloppy pours even with the parade energy banging on the door. We ordered two and they were both dead on. Alchemist Elixir: pea flower gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon. It shows up pale violet with an orchid on the rim and yes it's pretty, but it's also disciplined. Floral without tasting like perfume. Bright without being sour. A drink that makes you slow down. Plus a magic chemists surprise. Corpse Reviver #2: local gin, Lillet Blanc, Grand Marnier, absinthe, fresh lemon. Cold, crisp, citrus first, then the herbal edge and just enough absinthe to remind you what city you're in. Served in a textured coupe with a cherry skewer, details handled like they actually matter. Outside, the streets were selling amnesia in plastic souvenir cups. Inside, The Apothecary was serving adults. Let Bourbon Street keep the grenades. Give me the anecdote .

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    Salon Salon - Deviled Eggs

    Salon Salon

    4.2(35 reviews)
    0.8 miWarehouse District

    A French-inflected library bar in the CBD, it's the kind of place you might stroll past without…read morerealizing a hidden gem is sitting right in plain sight. The ambiance was absolutely stunning. We arrived at night, and even in the dim lighting, the charm of the space--from the books lining the walls to the velvet chairs and lush animal-print accents--created the perfect Saturday night vibe. It was also quieter than a typical bar, which made it feel refined and intimate; you can actually enjoy a real conversation while soaking in the beauty of the space. The drink menu is short but tasteful, with a wide range of profiles. With an exceptionally skilled bartender (sad I did not catch his name), every cocktail was perfectly balanced and beautifully executed. He was also happy to craft off-menu drinks by request. The host was also warm, funny, and attentive. We didn't get to try the food this time, but we're already looking forward to it on our next visit!

    You'd never find it with the naked eye but Salon Salon is tucked deep into the back of an alleyway…read moreoff Carondelet Street. The entrance is nice with an overhead and plants lining the walk down into the lounge. Once you're in you're greeted by a hostess, who was actually a bit snarky and rude when seating us for our reservation (also said by another guest we spoke to). The actual space itself is moody, dimly lit with red accents throughout. It has a polished feel and the environment is incredibly intimate. Our waitress was very nice and made ordering with a party of 10 seamless. For our order we got a banana Negroni and a glass of white wine. The wine was great, crisp and sweet. The Negroni was strong and bold with the banana peeking through the drink with flavor. They also offer a few bites off their menu but we opted not to grab one there. The whole experience was fun and everyone liked their drinks. It's a great place to relax and get some drinks but the experience with the hostess was a bit off-putting. A great option if you're looking for a quiet, more refined cocktail lounge to enjoy a drink in NOLA.

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