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Fountain Lounge

4.2 (556 reviews)
Closed 6:30 am - 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Classy
Upscale
Good for groups

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David Y.

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!

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Brian F.

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.

Ramon Gin Fizz
Brian V.

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.

The Sazerac
Sarah K.

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.

Kyle S.

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!

Evening Edition drink
Elsa C.

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.

Charlesea S.

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 !

Sazerac
Jordan L.

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.

Amazing sazerac
Anna D.

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

Ultima M.

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)

Dianna H.

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.

A sazerac where the sazerac was invented!
Vlad V.

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.

J E.

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.

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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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4.5(91 reviews)
0.0 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!

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4.2(1.9k reviews)
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4.2(201 reviews)
0.5 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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4.2(35 reviews)
0.4 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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