BAR MARILOU
BAR MARILOU
Formerly a library, Bar Marilou is a French style bar with a vintage touch. The bright red walls, mismatched velvet couches and animal print barstools bring a playful energy to the bar. Visit Bar Marilou on Thursday nights for live Jazz music and sip on their classic Jardin De Meme cocktail.
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ARNAUD'S FRENCH 75 BAR
ARNAUD'S FRENCH 75 BAR
Named one of the top five bars in the country, Arnaud’s French 75 is a vintage bar in the French Quarter. This classy bar has been dedicated to making handcrafted cocktails with locally sourced ingredients since its reincarnation in 2003. Try their famous French 75 cocktail while nibbling on some brie and jalapeño stuffed shrimp as a Pre-Bourbon Street snack.
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CAROUSEL BAR
CAROUSEL BAR
The famous Carousel Bar at the Hotel Monteleone has been a classic New Orleans hotspot for over 70 years. The whimsical bar revolves around like a carousel with 25 seats on the Merry-Go-Round. Sip on your Sazerac or Cherry Manhattan while people watching with views of the famous Royal Street in the French Quarter.
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HOT TIN
HOT TIN
Hot tin is a chic cocktail lounge at the top of the Pontchartrain Hotel in the Garden District. The eclectic and airy decor of the bar resembles an artist’s loft with antiques, such as the glass accordion doors. Drink your craft cocktail on the rooftop while taking in the 270-degree view of Downtown New Orleans.
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THE ELYSIAN BAR
THE ELYSIAN BAR
With more than four eclectic spaces, including the courtyard, the café, and the parlors, the Elysian Bar is a unique experience to say the least. The bar is housed in an old church that has been renovated as Peter & Paul Hotel in the Marigny Neighborhood of New Orleans. Each space imitates paradise in different ways with a blissful vibe that makes you want to stay all day.
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COLUMNS BAR
COLUMNS BAR
On historic St Charles Avenue sits the charming Columns Hotel with an intimate cocktail bar. The dark wood and rich velvet interior bring a moody ambiance that resembles the original Victorian mansion style, previously a home in 1833. Venture outside and try the Columns’ original Tony Harrison and Watch Hill cocktails in the outdoor private garden or the second-floor porch.
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JEWEL OF THE SOUTH
JEWEL OF THE SOUTH
This bar is truly a southern gem, with a curated cocktail menu and tasty plates. The old house nestled in the French Quarter gives it a charming cottage feel with a quaint outdoor patio. They host a cocktail hour that includes a welcome cocktail, two drinks of your choice and various snacks for a total of $45!
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SAZERAC BAR
SAZERAC BAR
At the Roosevelt Hotel sits the famous Sazerac Bar, which has become a New Orleans landmark since its first opening 1949. Sipping on a Sazerac is a requirement, as it is the official cocktail of New Orleans. Named the #1 Hotel Bar by USA Today, this old-world bar is one you do not want to miss out on.
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DOUBLE DEALER
DOUBLE DEALER
This underground speakeasy is hidden beneath the Orpheum Theater is the prime spot to grab a drink after attending a theatrical show. Double Dealer emulates the backstage of a vaudeville theater with four different rooms for an intimate setting. The antique velvet curtains and dark interior create an obscure and moody vibe that will make you feel like you have time traveled to the prohibition era.
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PAT O'BRIEN'S
PAT O'BRIEN'S
One of the most popular bars in the French Quarter, Pat O’Brien’s is a major New Orleans hotspot. With three different settings: the main bar, the patio, and the piano lounge, there is endless entertainment. Order the famous Hurricane, the Cyclone, or Pat O’s Lemonade before wandering down Bourbon Street.
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MONKEY BOARD
MONKEY BOARD
At the top of the Troubadour Hotel, Monkey Board is a chic rooftop bar with the ultimate Instagram worthy view of New Orleans. The classic hurricane or a frozen fruity cocktail are go-tos for a girl’s night out. Go during happy hour from 5-6pm every day for $6 drinks and stay for some epic sunset views.
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BAR TONIQUE
BAR TONIQUE
Hidden deep within the French Quarter, Bar Tonique is a comfortable spot where locals like to grab a drink. With a neighborhood bar feel, they offer an extensive drink menu including craft cocktails, beer, wine and daily drink specials. Try the Bacon Bloody Mary or the San Francisco Pisco Punch to mix it up!
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SEAWORTHY
SEAWORTHY
At the bottom of the Ace Hotel, there is a cozy bar, called Seaworthy, with a Creole cottage feel. Along with refreshing cocktails, they serve locally sourced oysters and seafood bites. Enjoy the Holy Water cocktail while snacking on your fresh Gulf Coast oysters.
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CANE & TABLE
CANE & TABLE
Inspired by Old Havana, Cane & Table is a cocktail bar in the French Quarter with a Cuban feel. Known for their rum-based cocktails, such as their Fancy Bombo and Hurricane & Table drinks. Get a taste of paradise with a Piña Colada in hand while relaxing on their tropical side patio.
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PEACOCK ROOM
PEACOCK ROOM
Shake your tail feather Downtown to the Hotel Fontenot where peacock sightings are the norm. This fanciful bar has an electric blue interior with wild patterns and feathery chandeliers. Sip on the Flock to Me or the Siren of the Tropics cocktails while enjoying the live music that fills the quirky room.
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PISCO BAR
PISCO BAR
This tropical bar inside the Selina Catahoula Hotel is famous for specialized cocktails using Peruvian brandy, called Pisco. Vibrant colors and playful patterns flood the bar, making you feel like you’ve taken a trip to Peru. Take in the New Orleans skyline views from the rooftop while sipping on your refreshing Pisco Sour.
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