This is exactly the kind of bar my wife and I have been looking for since we moved here from Southern California a couple years ago. My wife and I decided to grab lunch in historic Mandeville today, and rolled by this bar on our way home so we decided to stop in for a quick drink. And we're glad we did. Let me start off by saying that California has a "dive bar" culture. Despite what most people see on TV about the glamorous night life in Los Angeles, that's not 99% of SoCal. And to be perfectly honest, I think it's kind of funny how bougie the north shore pretends to be. Don't get me wrong, there are plenty of nice and seemingly upscale establishments to visit around here so I'm not trying to offend anyone. But sometimes you just want to grab a drink in a place that's not full of pretentious people who are trying too hard. We all live in a glorified swamp, people. Accept it. Very simply: a good pour, good music, friendly patrons, and good service. That's really all that matters. And the best part is that this place doesn't have the weird hours that a lot of the places around here do. Seriously, who's closed on Mondays and Tuesdays? Do better, North Shore. Jokes aside, this is a cool, chill little bar in a great part of town. read more

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Low prices, great happy hour and the best staff [bartenders around] The Staff wants to know your name and invite you back. Great place to come hang out! Put a "Dollar on the wall" read more

Red Barn Pub - Cold cold beers. The best - Dive Bars Near Me - Mandeville, Louisiana

The Red Barn Pub is an excellent dive bar. Truthfully, it is a dive bar with extras not normally seen in a true dive. The things that make this a dive are: 1. The building - Located in what looks like a run down shack, the building feels as if it may collapse when you head to the bathroom. I am not sure if it is the foundation, the floor, or the level of drinks consumed, but there seems to be a definite slope downward. 2. The atmosphere - It is dark, smokey and decorated with odd stuff hanging from the ceiling (moonshine jugs, street signs, etc.). There is even an old cast iron stove in the corner near the couch. 3. The couch - Normally I would consider this part of the atmosphere, but this couch is special. Most bars with couches use some sort of fake leather or other stain resistant material. Not this couch. It is cloth and comfy. I cant imagine what has soaked into it over the years, but I don't care, it is a couch in a bar. What's not to like? 4. The food - Nothing says dive bar like free food. Every time I have been there has been a pot of something available to eat. I think it is usually jambalaya, but they may rotate dishes. 5. The games - There is a ring toss game that fascinates me. I can spend hours trying to hook the damn ring onto the wall (Pro tip: swing it to the right or left in an arc. Don't try swinging it straight, or you'll miss). Now for the non dive bar items: 1. The beer selection - There is a decent bottle beer selection, including Stella Artois. I don't feel bad drinking nice beer at this bar, which makes it feel a little less divey. 2. The jukebox - This jukebox not only has Frank Sinatra, but it has Dr. John, Lil Wayne and even the Wild Tchoupitoulas. The regulars may have not liked me playing songs by all of those artists, but who cares? In summary, the Red Barn Pub is great. It does get fairly smokey or else it would be a five star dive. read more

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Bartendar was EXTREMELY RUDE! We ordered a drink and she looked at us stupid and acted like she wasn't the bartendar. Then went and hugged her friends instead of giving us service. I wouldnt even give it one star if possible. read more

I met up with an old military buddy who was in town for business. I've never been to the Red Barn but it was right around the corner from his B&B. We wandered in and we could immediately tell it was our kinda joint. The bartenders were friendly, prices were fair and the other patrons were laid back. A quiet place to catch up and enjoy a drink with nobody looking for a fight. read more

What a wholesome place this is. A Hole in the Wall as we say in Texas. Everyone is welcomed with a beautiful smile. The bartenders are always friendly,Irmas my favorite! read more

I was first introduced to the Red Barn Pub by my good friend and fellow Yelper Heather H. and I must say I was skeptical pulling up here. I guess you could say that I wasn't a dive bar type of person. I really didn't know what I was missing. This bar is in beautiful Old Mandeville and seems sort of out of place. If you don't know Old Mandeville, it's filled with homes that cost more than most people will make in this lifetime, the lakefront and upscale restaurants. It's a little intimidating to say the least. The Red Barn Pub is like the accessible cool kid in a school full of preppy stuck ups. The bartenders are super friendly and generous while pouring your drinks. There is always a crockpot full of food here for you if you get hungry. Wait. What? A crockpot full of jambalaya or gumbo if you want to eat it? For free? Yes. You read that correctly. I know. Pretty damn awesome. There is a great jukebox that you can control via a free app with your smartphone. Of course the songs aren't free but being able to control the jukebox while at a table and put Lil Wayne on while some redneck is trying to play some country crap is beyond awesome. Park across the street in the big lot. Call me if you go, too. I want to come! read more

Not a local Mandevillian, so really have no college memories or other ties to this place. With that being said, I have been here a few times and had some pretty good times Mostly, it's just the smoke and the staff that bothers me. Very stale and smokey bar, with a burned out bar staff. A good place to go for an after party if you're already a little tipsy. read more

Absolutely best bar in Mandeville. You come to feed the sheep but realize it's not an actual barn. I was here for 3 mins and my phone got stolen, found it an hour later and it was fully charged. I give this bar a 9.1 for Mandeville. read more

This is a place where nobody gives a rip. Like having my vodka/tonic and people watching. Warning: you will reek of smoke - bartenders are friendly as are the locals that get inebriated at the bar. It's a chill place that I don't mind coming alone. read more

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Wanna get away from all the stuck up, uppity assholes that seem to populate most of the bars on the North Shore? Then I suggest you stop in the Red Barn. Ice cold beer, fantastic music selection on the juke box. And good natured, blue collar folks to shoot the shit with while you enjoy your drink. Having a good set of dart boards is an added bonus if that's your thing. Definitely my go to spot when I want to drink somewhere other than my patio. read more

Excellent dive, close to lake, homemade food at happy hour and feels like home..bring the crew for a fun night. Owner makes fresh food most nights to share to patrons and the place is a nice spot on the other side of the lake. read more

Red Barn Pub - The infamously comfortable couch - Dive Bars Near Me - Mandeville, Louisiana

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I have seen the diviest of bars all over this fair land, and this one perfectly fits the bill. If you are in the area check it out.

I'm a huge fan of dive bars, especially when you can smoke in them. This place is perfectly dive-y, not dangerous and no creeps. The regulars are really nice and the bartenders are great. If you want to be alone for a drink no one will bother you, or if you want a good convo everyone at the bar is super friendly. The music is normally great! Dart night brings in some heavy metal on the juke box but it doesn't last too long. All and all definitely my kind of dive! read more

Fun place to hang out. My only issue is the heavy smoking. I'm not a smoker. When I leave there I have to take a shower from all of the smokers. read more

Had LOADS of fun being the DJ for the [early] evening No one knew, because I went eclectic. Good beer, smmmmoking hot bartender, and awesome Zappos Creole Sweet Onion chips. It was a casual start to the night. read more

Dear Red Barn Pub....I like you. I like your funny little lamps and couches. I like your surly bartenders. I like your crock pot surprises. I like your whiskey shots. I like your draught beer. I like your lack of a flat screen HDTV. I like your laid back vibe. I like you. read more

I love this place. Kinda reminds me of a frat bar without the frat... great atmosphere, good people, and free grub.

This place is right up my alley! It's a beautiful hole in the wall with food in a crockpot. It was a pretty quiet night during the middle of the week, but the drinks were strong, barstaff was very personable, and the darts area was functional. I wouldn't go here in a suit, but if you are looking to tie one on, give this place a shot! read more

Great little bar. Stopped while passing through on a bike trip to New Orleans. The bartender was good company, the bar felt comfortable and good cold beer. read more

Best bar on the northshore. Great drinks, darts, foosball. Good jukebox, even have free food. Bartenders are always lovely and professional. Especially Sarah !! Terri the owner is exceptional.. Love her. I've worked in the industry for 15 years, still my favorite place read more

America's finest establishment. Antique farm tools adorn the walls alongside nicotine stayed dollar bills from the 1980's.

Every year I go back to Mandeville to ride in the Krewe of Eve Parade. The Pub is like an old friend just sitting there waiting for me to return. I like the atmosphere, the drinks and the people I meet there. This is not a bar for those of you who like a slick decor and techno music. The Pub is for drinking and making my friends. Just like an old, comfortable pair of jeans, the pub fits me. read more

The crowd has changed through the years but still one of the best casual spots to get together with friends for something cool in Mandeville. Dartboards and a brass ring game that people seem to love can keep you entertained . read more

dear red barn pub i like your friendly staff and customers i visited another bar that has ask for some info on starting a dart team and joining the dart league could you possiblly help me inform them of this daiquiries and creams mandeville joey is the one interested in the info read more