What a beautiful evening at the Fountain Lounge. Terriona attended to my table quickly and she efficiently shared about the daily specials. I ultimately ordered the Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with butternut squash risotto. The presentation was beautiful and the flavors were rich and creamy. Also, Eddie kept my water glass filled and made me feel special and welcomed. The ambiance at the Fountain Lounge is classic luxury. Plus, the staff is always on point. They even remembered my special occasion when I last dined there. Plus, the team was attentive and quite friendly. My only complaint is that the piano is no longer there. Apparently, the powers that be decided to remove the soul of the restaurant. In the days of old, a pianist played sets during dinner. Not only did it make guests truly appreciate the musical style of New Orleans, but the melodic music also drew others into the restaurant. What a shame to have lost the heart and soul of the restaurant. Yet, the staff does their best to create a warm and welcoming environment, while the chefs provide truly top notch cuisine. Whether staying at the Roosevelt or simply enjoying the French Quarter, the Fountain Lounge is a perfect place to enjoy delicious cuisine and top notch service. read more

Fountain Lounge - Delicious cherries - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Best Eggs Benedict I've had in awhile. Nicolas is fantastic and helps make this place extra special. Service is always 10/10. Not a tourist trap, I'm on the best bank and always visit the lounge. Typically with restaurants so beautiful you're paying for the atmosphere not the food. You always get both at the Roosevelt! read more

We needed a break from the heat and decided to stop by the Roosevelt Hotel. We wanted to stay for a while, so we went to the bar, which is right off the lobby, and got a drink. It is very dim lighting with bar seating, couch seating, and table seating with table lamps. It is a pretty big space with lots of walking room. We ordered at the bar because at 1:30, they didn't do table service. We got a glass of Prosecco and a Hugo spritz. It was so refreshing and just what we needed. Service was quick. I thought it was pricey, but we were in a nice hotel in NOLA. read more

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We didn't eat since we had reservations at another restaurant, but I did order a side salad as a snack and it was delicious! The bowl was filled way more than expected. The service was super friendly & we really enjoyed the piano and visiting with the piano musician. The peppermint martini was a little bit too peppermint so I was unable to drink the whole thing and switched to Grey Goose & cranberry. Beer was cold and the seats are comfortable at the bar. Yes I recommend this place. Cheers! read more

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My wife and I were staying at the Roosevelt Hotel, and found this bar. Unbeknownst to me, this is one of the most famous bars in N.O., and they also make some of the best drinks! Naturally, I got a Sazerac, and it was the best one I've ever had. My wife got a gin fizz, which was also delicious. I'm sure I'm not the first person to say this, but this bar reminds me of the one in the Overlook Hotel in the movie "The Shining", what with its Art Deco styling and ambiance. The main difference is that the bartender in this place is (presumably) not an ax murderer, but instead is a friendly and knowledgeable mixologist! read more

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You bet that if I'm in New Orleans I'm going to go to a bar named The Sazerac Bar. It's located off Canal Street in The Roosevelt Hotel and used to be called The Main Bar. The hotel actually purchased the rights from The Sazerac Company to use its name for their bar which was a cool tidbit. When you walk in you see a bunch of lounge seating on the left and a long bar top on the right. They do not have reservations. My first drink was of course the sazerac ($20) which was stiff and strong but delicious and what you'd expect from the sazerac. My second drink was the ramos gin fizz ($24) which seemed like a steep price but you'll know why when you see the bartender spending a couple minutes alone just shaking your drink. When the bartender poured the drink, it stood up straight as it came out above the top of the glass which was a beautiful sight. It was worth the wait because it was probably the best ramos gin fizz I've had and the most accurate-looking one I've seen. It was creamy from the milk and tart from the citrus; it was very easy to drink. It was a very relaxing and intimate setting and made for a great time. Even if you're not staying at the hotel, you can still feel like a million bucks if you make a stop here. read more

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4++ a really cool historic bar located around the French Quarter in New Orleans. It's located in the Roosevelt, so you know this is a pretty classy place or at least that's how it felt like to me. The bartenders are dressed up, so feels like you are having a drink during a different era. I was trying to do some research on what drinks or cocktails I should get before visiting the area. One drink that appealed to me that came up was the Ramon Gin Fizz. I thought that would be the perfect bar to get it. I was not wrong. We came here as one of the spots during my brother's bachelor party in New Orleans. And we all agreed that they should be a place that we definitely had to hit up. We came in, ordered some drinks and was wowed by the process of them making our drinks. I can't speak to any of the other cocktails on the menu, because I was pretty determined to get the Ramon gin fizz here. And it was delicious and well crafted, The bartenders here were very helpful and professional. It's definitely a great spot to grab a cocktail when you feel like you want to get a drink in a more classy setting. read more

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Our first trip to New Orleans so we of course had to have a classic Sazerac and what better spot than at the classic Sazerac bar where women were first able to drink any time? This spot cam recommended by a friend, and we were lucky to swing in on a Monday when they weren't very busy, so we could sit at the gorgeous bar and appreciate the classic dark bar. The drinks are very pricey, even for New Orleans, with most starting at $20. I did get a Sazerac and while it was okay, I felt others I've had in the area had much better flavor and were less expensive. We also got a classic Gin Fizz, which had a beautiful presentation with the foam out of the glass, but it did have a bland flavor at first to me but got better as we sipped through. Overall a very cool place to visit but I don't think the drinks were worth it for this particular visit. read more

Fountain Lounge - The Sazerac - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Sazerac Bar is a beautiful watering hole tucked in the Roosevelt Hotel just off Canal. The low lighting, plush seating, bow-tied bartenders, and impossible-to-ignore Art Deco murals all lend to a high-class feel that made me feel like I should be dressed a little better. But the code is pretty casual despite all the appointments. The bar is also fairly busy. Despite the larger room, much of the crowd ended up standing due to all the booths being occupied. We were able to grab a couple of comfortable stools right at the bar, our favorite spot, to watch the drinks being made. This is especially a prime spot here as the bartenders really know what they're doing with classic drinks that are part of the experience. One of the only places you can get a quality gin fizz in the city. They look like they're enjoying their work as well! Pro tip: if you do get a bar seat, you may have to protect your space. Everyone orders at the bar, so if you decide to be generous and offer to let someone order to your side, you've just created the queue for everyone to order to your side. Drinks here can be a little pricey, but not exorbitant. Additionally, and I have this complaint about the city in general, drinks are too sweet. I think they are well-made, but could be pulled back in that one department. Sazerac Bar is definitely worth a visit and is a unique spot in the downtown area! read more

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Sazerac Bar is located inside the Roosevelt Hotel. This is a nice, cozy bar that you need to go and get their great drinks. This bar is always crowded so go and wait for a place to sit inside the bar or grab some drinks and sit in the lobby of the hotel like we did. The bartenders here get VERY busy but they are some of the nicest people. And they are so talented, as they look like artists when they make the drinks. We got a "Woodsman Old fashioned" and an "Evening Edition". Both drinks were great and worth the price. I highly recommend this place. read more

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This is not only a bar, it is a museum experience. Everyone is so kind. They offer distillery tours for a price, as well as a tasting/ self paced museum tour for free. I suggest getting a reservation, just to guarantee a position. So many photo ops. You get to sample atleast three/four mini cocktails as you make your way around museum. One was old fashion like, another was coffee based with pumpkin, the third was inspired by an amaretto sour but I'm sure these change over time. There's a lot to learn, We spent maybe an 45 minutes to an hour. It's on the strip. If you take a city sight seeing tour -- there's like two stops that are very convenient to get there in a short walking distance. There's a cute gift shop, as well. Pretty awesome gem for FREE.99 ! read more

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Usually make it here a few times a year. Without fail though I will have 1 to 10 drinks when I pass through to take a few pictures of the Roosevelt lobby for Christmas. They make the best sazeracs in the city. They have many other specialty cocktails and I haven't disliked one yet. They have seasonal cocktails as well. The drinks are a little pricey, but you're getting what you pay for. These are quality ingredient well made drinks. And strooong. I will continue to come here any time I'm in the area and of course for Christmas. read more

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One thing I learned during my trip is that Sazerac is the official drink of NOLA Must try when you are visiting This bar is amazing Customer service is awesome Located inside the Roosevelt Hotel I came I drank I survived (lol) read more

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Beautiful historic bar and atmosphere. A must go if in New Orleans. Bartender made a wonderful sazerac. read more

Fountain Lounge - Amazing sazerac - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

If you're into cocktails, then I definitely recommend stopping by the Sazerac Bar in the Roosevelt Hotel to grab a drink. There's a lot of history here, as my friend was telling me. TIP: Make sure you don't go into the Roosevelt Hotel Bar, which is accessible from the sidewalk, as it's more low key and divey. Sazerac Bar is INSIDE the hotel itself, maybe halfway down the hallway from the hotel entrance on the right. My friend and I spent a couple minutes in the wrong place, until we were able to get ahold of the bartender and she kindly let us know we were in the wrong spot Once we actually made it to Sazerac Bar, it was already 11:30 pm on a Wednesday night. Vibes are upscale, with most of the clientele dressed in suits. They closed at midnight that day, so we quickly put in our orders of the Ramos Gin Fizz ($23). This was definitely one of the most expensive cocktails I've ever had, but we both really enjoyed it. Right off the bat when you see the bartender shaking the shaker for a while, you know it's going to be good. I loved watching her pour it so that the foam rises a good 1-1.5 inch above the top of the glass! Flavor wise, it's a light drink on the sweeter side, so it was right up my alley in terms of cocktails. I kept thinking it tasted a bit like the yogurt drinks I had growing up, as the taste was very familiar to me. My friend and I debated getting the Sazerac here, as it is the namesake of the bar, but ultimately we thought it'd be too strong for us personally and went for the lighter Ramos Gin Fizz instead. read more

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Fun fact: the Sazerac is the official drink of New Orleans. After finding this out, on my most recent trip to Nola, I had to check out the bar where the Sazerac was invented. Called Sazerac Bar, no surprises there, this classy establishment is inside a hotel. We stopped by and sat at the bar before moving to some lounge seats that were close to the only TV in the bar. The Astros playoff game was going on so I didn't want to miss that. Service was friendly and I loved the ambiance at the bar. It's a classy establishment and one with a historical presence. The hotel itself is super nice too. If you want a nice cocktail in an environment that is a lot different than the hustle and bustle of the French Quarter, make sure to stop by Sazerac Bar. read more

Fountain Lounge - A sazerac where the sazerac was invented! - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This is a really nice bar which is energetic, yet upscale and composed and offers the great décor... the only issue is it's one of the only "true" cocktail bars within a 1/2 mile of this part of NOLA. There is a speakeasy across the street, but for a bar that's open all the time does something unique and truly serves TRUE COCKTAILS - this is it! They even have the Ramos Gin Fizz on the menu!! We came here twice in one night recently... the first time, they were literally standing room only as they were so packed! So, we left, went elsewhere, where the vibe was poor and after about 45 mins we came back and scored a couple of seats at the bar, which was great, because we got to watch the bartender toss/flip glasses when making the Sazerac. The drinks were incredible and so was the vibe! Highly recommend this bar, if you're into "true cocktails" and no just the typical Captain & Coke, etc type drinks. read more

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We'll, you can't go to New Orleans and not have at least one of its official drink at the place where it was created. The bar is classic wood paneled and since it is a hotel lobby bar, you have people in all manners of dress from travel wear to evening gowns. My only complaint that is we only were able to go once while staying at the hotel as it got so busy every night. read more

Fountain Lounge - Sazeracs - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Great food and a much better experience than most hotel restaurants. The biscuit and gravy was delicious. Definitely recommend if you are staying at this hotel or even just walking by. read more

Fountain Lounge - Biscuit and gravy, added egg over medium with side of sausage. - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We went somewhere else to get gin fizz drinks, and they didn't have seating for us. The waitress at that bar asked us what we were there to try, and we told her the Ramos Gin Fizz. She leaned over and in a low voice said "Honestly, I would go to the Roosevelt Hotel Bar for that. It's a must-try". What a great recommendation that turned out to be! The Ramos Gin Fizz here was outstanding - creamy, well made, and with just enough bar seating for the two of us at 6:45 pm on a Friday night. Great ambiance. read more

Came here for a night cap. As many times as I come to NOLA I've never been here. I know I'm supposed to have a sazerac but brown/dark liquors are not my thing. Did have a tasty French 75 which is always a classic favorite. My dates did enjoy the sazerac read more

Fountain Lounge - French 75 - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

In a city where you can regularly get very good cocktails for $12-$14, a bar that charges $20+ for a single cocktail had better serve up a phenomenal drinking experience, no matter how iconic or immersive the 30s era environs. I just didn't think the cocktails were that good relative to other cocktails I've had at the same (overtly ridiculous) price point. I started with a sazerac, of course, which is one of my favorite cocktails ever and one that I have ordered in many cities, but NoLa being its birthplace and the bar being named Sazerac, I expected this to be mindblowing. It wasn't. It tasted like a whiskey on the rocks. No hint of anise, no touch of sweetness from the sugar cube. So then I got a second cocktail - I can't remember which one it was that unmemorable, I think it was their answer to an espresso martini - and same issue. It was all spirit and ice. And I like spirit forward drinks but...it's not a cocktail if that's all you can taste. I have had much more complex and well rounded espresso martinis. I sampled my friend's cocktails and it was more of the same. Our cocktail waitress was lovely and the space itself was cool AF, so it still gets 3 stars. You're basically paying for the real estate. If you decide to go I recommend ordering one very simple drink and nursing it. read more

Love this bar! Has a great vibe for the hotel, wonderful drinks and fantastic bartenders! read more

Fountain Lounge - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Super excited to try this bar in the Roosevelt Hotel as it's the original Sazerac bar. Elegant and beautiful inside with a wide bar menu. The drinks themselves, however, we're just alright. Definitely on the lower end of the list for best sazerac cocktails we've had, and the tequila daisy was just alright. Would've given it a 3 star, but the ambiance of the bar brought it up that extra level. It's worth it to try out and experience the bar, but don't set your expectations too high with the drinks. read more

Fountain Lounge - Sazerac Cocktail - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Fancy bar inside Roosevelt Hotel away from the hustle bustle of Bourbon street in NOLA. Ordered their famous Sazerac and Ramos Gin Fizz and both the drinks were great. The bar tenders are nice and know what they are doing. While the drinks were good I have had similar tasting drinks else where too. I would skip this bar next time I am in town but if you are in the area i would recommend this for a good bar experience. read more

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If you have the chance to go to the Sazerac Bar for a drink take it! We had time before our concert across the street and we popped in for a quick drink and were able to grab stools at the bar. The drinks are pretty pricey but the atmosphere and quality of the drinks are well worth the tab. I got a delicious French 75 this time around and enjoyed the refresh cocktail. read more

Fountain Lounge - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Providing no one shows up from the future to stop me, ... well, then *really* how bad could a decision be? Luckily, there's little reason to stress about transtemporal trips at the remarkable Roosevelt Hotel ... thanks to The Sazerac ... cause it's a celebrated classic cocktail ... AND a landmark Louisiana lounge ... leading to cooler choices and cursory consequences. Like, if I could turn back time (Cher, 1989), I just might choose the Sazerac Bar as the TIME and PLACE ... seeing as every day here IS the 1920s ... featuring legendary libations, auburn wood paneling, creaky leather seats, massive mirrors, and art deco murals. You're not going back in time, you're stepping into the Sazerac Bar named after the locally-presumed "world's first mixed drink" (invented in New Orleans by apothecary Antoine Peychaud in 1838 ... or by Aaron Bird of the Sazerac Coffee House in the 1850s). Genuinely, it doesn't really matter when the Sazerac was invented ... or that Rye Whiskey replaced Sazerac-de-Forge et Fils cognac as a key ingredient ... since the bar and cocktail are both NOLA classics. Of course, getting a $19 Sazerac cocktail served in a low ball "rocks glass" without any ice is a Big Easy decision. The southern unification of Rye Whiskey (or cognac) and Pechaud's bitters with an Absinthe rinse conceives a magical medley proclaiming privilege and prestige best sipped with casual conversation while relaxing at the African Walnut bar surrounded by Paul Ninas artwork at the Sazerac Bar. The 1920s called and said, "you're welcome" ... Until next time (in the past or the future), cheers my friends. read more

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Elegant, this is the perfect word to describe The Sazerac Bar. Inside the Roosevelt Hotel, you walk in and immediately breath in the refined atmosphere. Walking through the lobby decorated with art, antique looking furniture, high ceilings, and accent rugs, you can't wait to step in to the bar. The entrance is vintage, etched wood with the name of the bar etched in crystal and lighted. Inside lights are dim. Sofas and tables, plus the usual bar seating. The bar is fully stocked with just about any spirit you might want to order plus wines and beer. Servers and bartenders are dressed neatly in white or black and acknowledge your presence quickly. They obviously serve the drink that names the bar, which also is one of the signature drinks in NoLa. Whiskey based and really strong, but also very classy looking. I ordered from their modern cocktail list. The Champagne Lady seemed appropriate for the occasion and location. Vodka based with lemon and blackberry flavors and champagne, served in a champagne flute. So chic! The locals seem to enjoy this bar a lot too. Each time we went the place was busy and lively. A lovely spot to grab a drink and unwind. read more

Fountain Lounge - Champagne Lady - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

When in New Orleans, one MUST, MUST, MUST go to Sazerac Bar. Sazerac Bar is located within "The Roosevelt New Orleans (A Waldorf Astoria Hotel)". Sazerac Bar has been established since 1932 and is named as #1 Hotel Bar in the US (2019 USA Today 10 Best). My younger bro was raving about the Ramos Gin Fizz. But since I'm not a fan of Gin - I ordered the "Christmas Cookie" and just took a sip of the Ramos Gin Fizz. Ramos Gin Fizz - OMG!! Definitely a MUST GET item. I thoroughly enjoyed Christmas Cookie but Ramos Gin Fizz is the winner. ENJOY!! read more

Fountain Lounge - Ramos Gin Fizz; Christmas Cookie - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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The food and drinks for Réveillon were mostly good. However, it was extremely raucous and crowded. The restaurant was open to the rest of the hotel. There was some sort of young, obnoxious, and loud people wearing sequins and reindeer antler headbands pub crawl going on. The hotel was almost impossible to walk through because of the swarm of the plebeians. Sequins, shrieking, and selfies. It seems like people stop in to get a cocktail, take selfies, take up room, be loud, and annoying, then move on. I guess the hotel must encourage it. However, if you are looking for a more couth experience, look elsewhere. Sidecar was decent, but nothing exceptional for $18. The wine was fabulous. Oysters were delicious. Salad was ok. Duck was overcooked without a crispy skin. Crème brûlée was noteworthy. Further, I noticed the bill was significantly higher than it should've been (pre-tip; post-tax). We were charged $431, it should've been $377, but my father didn't want to contest it and be difficult. read more

Holy shit this place is fucking amazing. In the event that you don't know, the drink that is widely considered to be the first cocktail ever invented, is now the name of this bar which is THE place to get it. The decor is interesting, kinda old-school classy realness. The bartenders are in shirt, tie, and vest. It's located inside the Roosevelt Hotel. The sazerac itself (sazerac cognac, absinthe, peychaud's bitters, and sugar) is gross to me personally but I'm like a toddler when it comes to my alcoholic beverages and prefer to drink candy and milkshakes. My GF who has a more sophisticated alcohol palate enjoyed it. I, on the other hand, tried the ramos gin fizz which is another famous New Orleans cocktail with gin, lemon juice, lime juice, egg white, sugar, cream, orange flower water, and club soda. It was invented at another place but popularized by THIS bar. It's not cheap ($23 if memory serves) but it's INCREDIBLE. Easily one of the BEST drinks I've ever had. It also looks funny because the foam rises above the rim of the glass. I appreciate the little things. The atmosphere is pleasant, the service is excellent, the drinks strong, with a strong historical punch. A must visit in NO. read more

Staying at The Roosevelt so out of convenience we had breakfast at Fountain Lounge. Food was ok, but service was sloooow. It took about 45 minutes to get our breakfast. By the time we got it we were no longer hungry. In addition, when we did get our order it was incomplete. We told the server and she said she would mention it to the manager versus offering us a discount on our bill. The bill was about $115 for 3 people which I found extremely expensive and definitely not worth the price. read more

I've walked into and past the Roosevelt many times, and if you go in during the Christmas season or before/after the Krewe of Jingle parade, the decorations are always breathtaking and you'll just stand there with all the tourists in awe of the beauty of this location. But when you go in the front door, just over halfway down on the left is the historic Sazarac bar. I think I first learned about the bar on a podcast discussing Huey P. Long and his politicking that would happen there, and as I love a great sazarac, how could I not ever go to such a place? I had a group of girlfriends in town with me and I wanted us to "splurge" in such a great location. We hit up some of the great beverages: Sazarac, Ramos Gin Fizz, Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, and The Champage Lady. And then we did what all good friends do -- we passed our drinks around to each other so we could taste them all. Not a complaint among them! Because there are so many steps to making all of these drinks, it took a while to receive our drinks, and there was only one bartender, so the service was quite slow for the drinks as well as to pay the bill. We weren't in a huge hurry, but we started out as the only ones in the bar, so come in with patience and make the time to enjoy. We were in more of a hurry than the occasion allowed, but it was truly pleasant. read more

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Ok service. Food is ok. The beignets were cold by the time I finished eating my main breakfast. Would have tasted so much better if it didn't come out in the beginning along with the main course. read more

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We spent a whole week in New Orleans. We explored many of the various food venues. On the last day of our trip, we chose to take advantage of FRIED CHICKEN NIGHT at the Fountain Lounge. The chicken night only occurs on Monday Nights. Luck was on our side, as we were able to get a reservation. The venue has a very nice vibe. Subtle lighting in a beautiful dining room. Also, there was a pianist playing. The chicken dinner came with the all the fixins...and in large quantities! The chicken was some of the best I have ever had! If you happen to be in New Orleans (on a Monday Night), I would encourage you to try this most amazing meal! read more

Fountain Lounge - 4 orders of fried chicken, red beans & rice, coleslaw, and super delicious buttermilk biscuits! - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We missed the Sazerac Tour so we found this place and so glad that we did! Love this type of lounge bar! The bartenders were very knowledgeable and had great service! This place only serves alcohol and no food. Food and live music is next door. They do provide bar snacks, which was similar to pork rinds. We ordered 4 drinks and they were all really good. Sazerac- strong just as expected Ramos Gin Fizz- another egg white binge. I was expecting it to be a little sweeter but it was veryyy light RIP Old Fashion- liked it much better than the Sazerac, a little twist from a traditional Old Fashion. Peach Tea infused and Peach preserves. Good! The Garden District- Earl Gray Tea infused with mint- very very good and light! Love it! Definitely a spot to chill and hang out. Older vibes but loving it. Awesome live piano next door. PS: make sure to get the restroom key card from the bartender before heading to the restroom read more

Ordered the Southern Gentleman and Sazerac cocktails - Both were nice! Ambience is lovely - historic like everything else in the Roosevelt Hotel. read more

This place had it all, ambience was like the shining but less creepy. Everyone was super dressed up but us and nobody seemed to care. Aaron was a great bartender shaking a cocktail while stirring two others. The strings were stiff and delicious! Will be returning on our next visit!!! read more

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Beautiful, classy, historic bar in the historic Roosevelt hotel. Definitely worth a visit to see the very cool original art deco murals, and have their signature sazerac. A but pricey at $20/cocktail, but worth it for the experience. read more

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Drinks: Had a glass of champagne. Can you go wrong? Well the glass was dirty, but our server took care of that right away. Service: Good. Attentive. Fun. We sat at the bar. Ambiance: It's in a fancy historic hotel but the place itself felt meh. Maybe just the lighting? Interesting wall art and historic items. Fun to see people in their ballgowns or their costumes (I was wearing neither). Wouldn't be opposed to going back if friends wanted to but wouldn't seek it out. read more