While the views are amazing, I do not recommend this place. There is absolutely no kind of vibe on…read morethe rooftop. No music, no food service, or anything that shows that tried to create a nice vibe. It's literally just some chairs on the rooftop. The bar has a bartender, not mixologist, who makes drinks that I can make better at home. The little drinks are served un-garnished in tiny plastic cups and cost $15+. Not to mention they will take whatever tip amount they like out if you forget to close your tab. So my basic plastic cup of lemon, sugar, and a splash of vodka (I can't even call it a lemon drop) was $20. I wish I had taken a photo of how tiny the cups are.

Really disappointing experience…read more Vue honestly felt pretty bare bones to me. Yes, I learned some things about the culture and people of New Orleans and I got a few good pictures but I wouldn't recommend this at all. I was hoping to get a picture with my sister as indicated on the website but I didn't see anyone offer that or see it as an option once we made it there. I thought the mini story in the elevator was fun, short of course but they need to restructure this place I honestly was unimpressed. The website suggest it takes an hour and a half to experience the whole place, we walked the whole place, took pictures, watched 2 videos in well under an hour and a half. The employees were very nice and helpful; maybe I expected to much of Vue but I say temper your expectations.

Bar Tonique on a Wednesday pre Mardi Gras is a pressure cooker with a liquor license…read more Outside, Bourbon Street was already bourbon strewn and feral. Inside, Tonique was the eye of the storm, dim, tight, buzzing with locals, drunks, vagrants drifting through, and a gaggle of business bros with no concept of anything outside their tiny echo chamber. Desmond was holding it down like an air traffic controller with a lighter and a grudge. Speed, snark, and skill balanced like a pro. I watched him build five classics at a time, clean and fast, no mixology cosplay, no wasted motion. Trinidad Sours landing with that bitter, spicy swagger, and green chartreuse laden libations that tasted like monks invented joy and then hid it in a fucking bottle. That's the magic here. Dive bar soul, serious cocktail execution, and a bartender who can run triage without breaking the spell. Drink here, tip heavy, then step back out into the bacchanal. The streets can have the chaos. Tonique has the craft. We'll be back.

We first came here as part of a ghost n cocktail tour stop, but we were so impressed that we…read morereturned the very next day. Thank you, Jon, for introducing us to this gem. At first glance, the place may look like a dive, but it has a great neighborhood bar vibe, excellent cocktails, and very affordable prices. On both days we visited, the place was packed, yet the crowds never affected the service. The bartenders were incredibly efficient, turning out drink after drink without missing a beat. Everything we tried was spot on. They clearly know what they're doing, and the prices make it even better. it's truly a steal

Ambience was amazing! Cozy couches , great atmosphere. Our waiter Malik was amazing and full of…read moregreat recommendations. Our group had charcuterie and tuna tartare, along with Steak Frites and the special, which was salmon with a crab stuffing/sauce. Cocktails were amazing too. Would definitely go back!

This restaurant exceeded my expectations. It was so good. I ordered the chicken, which comes on a…read morebed of mashed potatoes with this incredible sauce. I honestly don't even know what the sauce is, but it's so good. The broccolini was great, and the chicken was perfectly crispy. The ambiance was amazing and very different from a regular restaurant. The tables are a little small, but that's because it has a cozy vibe, dim lighting, couches for seating, and low tables. All the tables and chairs are different, which makes it feel really unique. There's also a bar inside, and the whole place just has a very cool, laid-back vibe. Customer service was amazing. I also tried the deviled eggs and highly recommend them. Everything was just delicious. Hands down, one of the best restaurants I've been to in New Orleans.

Fun crowd and friendly service. Went with a friend instead of traveling to belle chasse and…read morefighting traffic

Solid. Worth visiting. Friendly, even to those from out of town. Swing in for some cold beer and…read moreconversation.

One of the best restaurants in the city !…read more If you're looking for a spot in New Orleans with great vibes, good drinks, and even better food, The Verdict is definitely worth checking out. The atmosphere is the perfect mix of laid-back, lively, and also a lil bit of classy, whether you're stopping in for a casual drink or making a night out of it. The cocktails are crafted really well (definitely try one of the signature drinks). The food doesn't miss either -- everything I've had has been fresh, flavorful, and worth coming back for. It's one of those places where you can pull up with friends, have a few drinks, and end up staying way longer than you planned. Highly recommend if you're in the city and want a good time without the stress.

I came to The Verdict shortly after they opened on a Sunday for brunch with friends. It was pretty…read moreempty when we arrived, which makes sense since they had just opened, but they had R&B music playing on the TV to set the brunch vibes! The food was good. The fish was well-seasoned, the eggs came out exactly as ordered (fried hard), and the biscuit was straight. Overall, everything we ordered was decent. The service was okay. Our waitress was friendly, but she didn't check in very often--possibly because we were chatting a lot and they were still setting up for the day. Drink prices were about average for city cocktails. Most drinks have prices listed, except for the mimosa flight and the margarita flight. Just a heads up: the margarita "flight" isn't really a flight. Instead of smaller pours, it comes as four full-size margaritas, so it's more of a margarita combo than a traditional flight. The flavors included regular (lime), strawberry, watermelon, and blueberry. I had the watermelon margarita and really enjoyed it--it wasn't too strong or too sweet. I also had a French 75, which was pretty standard and decent. And lastly, I don't know who needs to hear this, but their grits are creamy. They were good, but I personally prefer non-creamy grits, so I couldn't eat too much. If you love creamy grits, though, you'll definitely enjoy them. I wanna note that this place is a bit hard to find. It's located in a strip of businesses, but there isn't a sign above the building and the door signage is small, so it's easy to miss from a distance. I honestly wasn't sure I was in the right place until I got really close to the building.....and saw the grass runway LOLLLLL Another small note...I definitely think they should reprint the menu--there were quite a few typos. As my favorite YouTuber would say, that was neither here nor there, that was just a side note! Aside from that, the food and vibe was decent.

I have heard that this place can be impossible to get onto but either were able to get in no…read moreproblem. We stopped in in the evening and it was slightly busy but not out of control. W were able to snag two lovely seats near tge carousel where we could people watch the the carousel and the rest of the bar. Our drinks were lovely. I had a Candied hibiscus flower which was lovely and my hubs had a Ferrari (which was AWEFUL!), and then had a Campari on ice which he enjoyed very much (me: yuk!! ) Or server, Felicia, was AMAZING!!! We had a wonderful time, and I'm SO glad we had the chance to stop in on this spot. Highly recommend!!

Carousel Bar was such a fun experience and definitely lived up to the hype. I had the Brandon…read moreBramble, which is a must if you enjoy Hennessy. It was made with Hennessy, lemon juice, simple syrup, crème de cassis, St-Germain, and ginger ale, garnished with a dried lemon wheel and "Filthy" cherries -- smooth, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. My date had the Royal Street Heat, crafted by Sean Holcomb, made with St. George Chile Pepper Vodka, agave nectar, peach purée, Hellfire bitters, ginger beer, and a Tajin rim. It had the perfect mix of sweet heat and flavor. Both drinks were so good we ended up ordering two rounds while sitting at the rotating bar listening to a live jazz band. Watching the bartenders work while slowly moving around the bar made the whole experience unique and entertaining. Definitely a must-visit spot in New Orleans.

Located in the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, it is actually a nice restaurant that has a lot of charm…read more Located away from the nose and bustle of Bourbon Street, we had a peaceful dinner that is not fried or wholly unhealthy (i.e. greasy). The presentation of the food came was amazing. We ordered the linguine and added meatballs, which was well worth it. We also ordered the shrimp & grits, which included Brussels sprouts. Boy, it was sure nice to get some vegetables in my stomach after eating all that yummy fried food during our stay! All in all, both dishes were delicious. It is a little on the pricey side, but after several days of eating in the touristy area of the French Quarter, this was truly a welcome change. Service was polite and attentive. I always appreciate the staff's efforts by making simply making eye contact and smiling (which they did). Seems trivial but I think those small things says a lot about a business. I would recommend this restaurant even if you are not a guest of the hotel.

I had a hotel credit I could use on this restaurant, so I popped into the Peacock Room for a solo…read moreearly dinner. The ambiance is amazing, plus velvet, emerald and sapphire tone, glitzy, and feels like a good photo op. The bar and cocktail menu looked expansive. However, I was going to be hopping on a meeting, so I could not partake, unfortunately. A group got this impressive tower of espresso martini and everyone seemed to be enjoying their drinks! I wanted that New Orleans seafood but had late lunch, so I opted for just the crispy gulf shrimp on cheesy grits. I really wished I can hungrier because the dish ended up being very heavy. The shrimp were nice and crispy. The charred Brussels sprouts gave me the false sense that this was a healthy dish because I was getting my veggie intake. The bacon jam was sweet and went well with the Brussels sprouts. I loved the combination of the cheesy grits and the Crystal hot sauce. It was the perfect amount of both and some how led me to understand why Americans put hot sauce on their Mac n cheese and some other cheesy dishes after 30 years of not really understanding the attraction to that combo. I got the marinated olives to go so I could have a little snack later. They were just stuff I feel I could get in a jar... not really sure if I could justify the price. I think this is a fine place if you're looking for a photogenic night out drinking with a group of friends. Could be really cute for brunch!

It was late and they were close to closing but the bartender, will I believe was his name, was so…read morehappy to have us. It was a group of 6 of us. We had multiple shots and cocktails during the 45-50 mins we were there. He even cut on some music for us to enjoy. My aperolz spritz was very good. I tried a tequila he recommended. The sazerac he made for my friend was really delicious.

I saw a roach on the floor while i was eating my hummus. Hummus was great... roaches? Not so much.read more

My wife and I stopped by Observatory 11 in New Orleans for what started as a quick meeting but…read morequickly turned into a full workday and lunch session. The space is absolutely stunning--flooded with natural light from massive windows that offer breathtaking views of the French Quarter and the mighty Mississippi River. The vibe is relaxed and inviting, with smooth Neo soul music playing in the background that made it easy to settle in and get some work done. I kept it simple with soda water while plugging away on my laptop, but my wife enjoyed a fresh salad along with a burger and fries, which she said hit the spot. The real standout was the service; our hostess Barbara greeted us with such a warm smile and made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. We're already planning to come back in the evening when they have live piano music--hoping it amps up the energy a bit more. If you're looking for a spot with expansive views and a chill atmosphere, this place is worth checking out! More to come after our next visit.

Great view of the French Quarter and low-key place to relax. Didn't feel like the prices were crazy…read morehigh despite being a hotel bar. Would recommend. Some light bites available too. Service is very good.

My husband and I just moved to Destrehan. We spent our first date night here and it was the perfect…read moreway to get introduced to the neighborhood! One of the reasons we wanted to move here was because every time we visited, people were so friendly and kind and this place didn't let us down! From the atmosphere to the food to the staff to the neighborhood visitors, I can honestly say, this place is awesome. The food was amazing, the bartenders were sweet, there was karaoke going on that night, which was so much fun! The vibe felt more like we were hanging out and having a good time with friends rather than just going out to dinner/to a bar - in the best way possible. Everyone should go visit Cantina at the Club to enjoy the food, atmosphere, and wonderful people that make this place so special!

Bailey was the bartender and so friendly, very helpful with food suggestions. Had the pot roast and…read moreit was delicious! Ambiance is great. Love this place, I'll be back!