{"id":28550,"date":"2019-10-02T09:36:57","date_gmt":"2019-10-02T09:36:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/?p=28550"},"modified":"2021-10-28T17:22:43","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T17:22:43","slug":"10-of-the-best-bars-in-new-orleans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/10-of-the-best-bars-in-new-orleans\/","title":{"rendered":"10 of the Best Bars in New Orleans"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to New Orleans bars, you\u2019re really spoiled for choice in the Big Easy. This is a town that takes its nightlife and drinking very seriously. From jazz clubs to craft breweries, cocktail bars and rooftop bars, here are 10 of the best bars in New Orleans for a night to remember.<\/p>\n

Arnaud\u2019s The French 75<\/h2>\n
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Via Christina W.\/Yelp<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Rated as one of the top five bars in the country, they certainly know how to mix a drink at The French 75 at Arnaud\u2019s. The elegant bar space has a distinctly French feel, and the menu of classically inspired cocktails makes use of the best local ingredients, homemade syrups and high-quality spirits.<\/p>\n

Website<\/strong>: https:\/\/www.arnaudsrestaurant.com\/bars\/french-75\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Address<\/strong>: 813 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

Cure<\/h2>\n

Housed in a former firehouse on Freret Street, Cure is an award-winning bar. It\u2019s especially known for its cocktail program and high-end bar food. Very popular on weekends, one insider tip is to head there during the week. Don\u2019t forget to try its seasonal cocktail specials.<\/p>\n

Website<\/strong>: http:\/\/curenola.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Address<\/strong>: 4905 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

The Jazz Playhouse<\/h2>\n
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Via The Jazz Playhouse\/Yelp<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When it comes to New Orleans jazz clubs there are plenty to choose from. The Jazz Playhouse, right on Bourbon Street, is a good choice. It’s where you\u2019ll find live music every night with no cover charge, cocktails inspired by jazz greats, and a fine menu of craft beers and bar snacks.<\/p>\n

Website<\/strong>: https:\/\/www.sonesta.com\/us\/louisiana\/new-orleans\/royal-sonesta-new-orleans\/jazz-playhouse<\/a><\/p>\n

Address<\/strong>: 300 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

The Courtyard Brewery<\/h2>\n

The Courtyard Brewery is a family-run, small-batch operation that serves up a fine list of draft beers. Favorites include the Bell\u2019s Bourbon Barrel Aged Exhibition Stout, the Courtyard Baby IPA and the Courtyard Cosmic Shake, an American wheat beer. If you\u2019re feeling hungry, The Courtyard Brewery has a regular line-up of food trucks from Thursday through Sunday.<\/p>\n

Website<\/strong>: http:\/\/www.courtyardbrewing.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Address<\/strong>: 1020 Erato St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

Barrel Proof<\/h2>\n

For a fine neighborhood bar, head to Barrel Proof in the Lower Garden District. This is a place that takes drinking seriously, with over 300 whiskeys and 50 craft beers on offer (at the last time of counting) from the US and around the world. It\u2019s a friendly place to have drinks with friends, with a daily happy hour.<\/p>\n

Website<\/strong>: https:\/\/www.barrelproofnola.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Address<\/strong>: 1201 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

Lafitte\u2019s Blacksmith Shop Bar<\/h2>\n
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Via Dean C.\/Yelp<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dating back to the 1720s, Lafitte\u2019s Blacksmith Shop has a claim on being New Orleans\u2019 oldest bar. In the heart of Bourbon Street, this is an atmospheric bar with a good range of drinks and regular live piano music. Try its signature frozen drinks, including its legendary grape-flavored Voodoo Daiquiri.
\nWebsite<\/strong>: http:\/\/www.lafittesblacksmithshop.com\/Homepage.html<\/a><\/p>\n

Address<\/strong>: 941 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

The Avenue Pub<\/h2>\n

Housed in a historic Lower Garden District building with brick walls and bare floorboards, The Avenue Pub is an unpretentious bar that takes craft beer very seriously indeed. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, you\u2019ll have plenty of time to work your way through its 40 beer taps and dozens of other craft beers available by the bottle.<\/p>\n

Website<\/strong>: https:\/\/theavenuepub.com\/<\/a>
\nAddress<\/strong>: 1732 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

Hot Tin<\/h2>\n
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Via Melinda L.\/Yelp<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Occupying the former penthouse of a historic hotel, Hot Tin is a New Orleans rooftop bar with a 1940s feel. And yes, it offers spectacular views of the city skyline. The cocktail menu combines classic and contemporary drinks. The decor and name are inspired by Tennessee Williams, who is reputed to have lived in the hotel for a short while.<\/p>\n

Website<\/strong>: http:\/\/hottinbar.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Address<\/strong>: 2031 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

The Carousel Bar & Lounge<\/h2>\n

They\u2019ve been selling drinks at The Carousel Bar & Lounge since 1949, where the bar gently rotates as befitting the carousel theme. Truman Capote used to drink here, and the emphasis is on classic cocktails including the Sazerac, New Orleans\u2019 most famous drink. The bar is open seven days a week, with live music Wednesday through Saturday.
\nWebsite<\/strong>: https:\/\/hotelmonteleone.com\/entertainment\/carousel-bar\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Address<\/strong>: 214 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

The Rusty Nail<\/h2>\n

At the point where the Lower Garden District meets the Warehouse District you\u2019ll find The Rusty Nail, a neighborhood bar with a wonderful patio that makes it one of the finest outdoor drinking spots in the city. During the week there are daily happy hours and the drinks menu includes a rotating cast of 16 draft beers, whiskeys and cocktails.<\/p>\n

Website<\/strong>: http:\/\/www.rustynailnola.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Address<\/strong>: 1100 Constance St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA<\/a><\/p>\n

For tips on how to make the most of your time in the city, check out our 9 ways to discover foodie heaven in New Orleans<\/a> and our guide to how to spend a weekend in New Orleans<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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