James is three-man one guy Amazing!!!! Everything he offered was amazing He knew Bout the Local alcohol scene which is so rare in this world. The blue burger cooked medium was fantastic as stated by my BFF. The wild Brothers Louisiana Rum and spiced rum was really good and momely and familiar. You have to know what you want here though because everyone is basically Vets I will be back! read more

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Fun place for Sunday brunch. Band is festive & entertaining and takes requests. Food is "mid" but adequate. Service is tough... 1 woman who is bartender, order taker and food server for entire restaurant. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Out walking late at night with a friend through the French Quarter and beyond. Lol. Ended up here. We had vodka lemonade and burger and fries and onion rings. Danielle the bartender and the chef were very nice. The chef cooked up some hot tasty food with not a long wait. Seems like a nice little neighborhood bar and restaurant. What really stood out is that it began raining cats and dogs when we were going to leave and we tried to call Uber, Lyft, and cabs and no one would take our requests. Uber and Lyft wouldn't take the requests trying to hold out for the highest price. And Danielle and the chef were nice and let us stay at the bar until we got a Uber to pick us up. They didn't kick us out and let us stay until we got the ride to take us back to our hotel. Thanks Danielle and Buffa's!!!! read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Burger and fries and whiskey lemon something (it was my friend's food and drink, haha) - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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One of my favorite burger spots period! Great Bar too! With other great food selections of high quality in a tavern like setting with cool people and staff all around! Just go there! read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Burger menu amongst other great options - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Our waitress was very sweet. The music was meh. The musicians were friends of my friends, but it felt more like a comedy hour. The place is historic in terms of how long it's been there, but would I return? Nope. The redfish was tasty, but I've had better fries. The blue cheese coleslaw is unique. It's sort of a family dive bar if you can have that. And the cover charge is $10 and added to your bill automatically or $8 if you pay online in advance. read more

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Old dingy dive bar on the corner. Clearly been here forever. The bartender was crazy friendly and super helpful. We started with the alligator balls and they were OK. The true star here is the redfish. We had the redfish po boy and it was spectacular. The blackened seasoning was just right and the sauce they add takes it to another level. The place was full of locals and they were all cool too. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Gator balls - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I love this place, the food, the music, the staff! We make it a point to bring friends and family here when they come to town. So, that being said...they have 1 wonderful waitress who works her ass off, yes 1! Need I say that again...1. Don't be hungry when you arrive or expect food or drinks in a timely manner, for heaven's sake get this GOAT of a waitress some help!! read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Jazz brunch is LIT!! - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Food is decent and easy 2 order.... Good after hour meal wen your in da area..... Quarter ppl spot.... Friendly!

$11.00 for a side of coleslaw. The gumbo was ... not a roux. More like a chicken broth. The $22 Reuben was just ok. The food should have more flavor given the price. The drinks were fine. We liked going here in the past, but we spent $75 dollars for food that was not worth going back for. read more

Walk in and it looks like a dive bar. Order red beans and rice or Bagley beans, and be happy. Really tasty. Bartender/waiter was friendly. At 5, not too loud and bar-like yet. Just a nice neighborhood watering hole. read more

We went for late night burgers. The service was great, the prices were great and the burgers and fries were delicious. I would recommend this place when you have been out in the Quarter and want something to eat before you go home. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Cheddar burger and fries - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Super service and food! They were out of a few things which is the only reason for the loss of a star. The bartender was hot, friendly and quick. The food was awesome - we had gator balls (balls made of alligator) and salads and the red fish, - very very good food! Best part for us is that they were very close to our hotel! Small bar, live music out the back. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Gator balls - what was in that sauce!! chefs kiss - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Funky, divey, wonderful. Neighborhood restaurant and bar. Stopped in for breakfast cause it was a close walk. Great find great hospitality, great food. We might be back for lunch!!! Definitely our breakfast spot for the week. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Bar restaurant and wife - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Grab your scuba gear because this dive bar is dive AF! This was my second visit, and it remains a nice, tucked-away spot if you're looking for a low-key vibe with a side of socializing at the bar. I decided to try a new beer and "The Bookie" cocktail--both were just okay. But wait, there's more! I heard a piano playing softly in the distance and asked the barkeep if it was coming from the kitchen radio. He said no and pointed me down a neat little corridor. I took a left and was pleasantly surprised to find a dining area with a live pianist! No food for me this time around, but it was still a great spot to unwind, as usual. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Something EFN Good Sandwich - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We decided to try this place out since it was basically next door to our hotel and we wanted some drinks! We walked in and sat at the bar and the bar was cool looked like a dive bar. The bartender greeted us right away, we ordered our drinks and boy were they strong! We then had a few questions about the menu and they were answered right away. I ordered the Redfish del Buffa and my wife the BLT. 10 or so minutes and our food arrived, my wife's BLT had a good amount of bacon and fresh veggies, but the bread was over toasted and cut her mouth a little bit. My Redfish del Buffa was amazing! the fish perfectly cooked and the crawfish sauce was creamy and delicious a definite winner! Service was great, food was yummy, and the dive bar was cool. Only bad part was there was a tiny roach on the bar which we killed so that was kind of gross. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - BLT and Fries - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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So depending on the day and time, and time of the year, your menu of options at Buffas will be different. And I could spend 10 sentences talking about their ham! However, the burger at buffa's is a staple. A great burger at a good price. Also, the beat sausage sandwich is pretty solid! One of the added benefits of grabbing a bite at Buffa's barroom - usually you are going to catch some fantastic music! I would highly recommend you try it out! read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - The Brat with a side salad! Very good! - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Listen.... Couple years ago I wasn't a fan... but here I am at midnight coming here again and OH MY GOD ITS SO GOOD!!! I got the patty melt and the blue cheese Cole slaw and it's sooooo good!! Highly recommend. The bartender is awesome. She was very attentive and funny. She matched our vibe and it's great! The food here is awesome!!! We have had enough drinks so we don't have any so I can't speak to that... BUT... if the food is this good then I'm sure the drinks are. It's a cool Locals place to explore read more

The staff were lovely, pretty attentive. Gave us good guidance on their THC drink menu. Very apologetic when brought us chicken wings that were raw in the middle :( They brought us out a replacement and said there had been 25 orders and apologized for the oversight. Ordered the Sith burger and honestly was very good, but it took almost 30 minutes to come out. Initial orders came out with fries completely unseasoned/unsalted. There WERE cockroaches, BUT I think they came in from outside. Overall, I didn't mind the experience (service was good, got free food), but the food was undercooked (9pm on a Thursday, for context) and there were visible cockroaches on the wall. Friends thought it was a disaster, but again, the burger was good read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We stopped in the afternoon for a drink and to learn about the entertainment they offer. The bartender and customers were very friendly telling us about the upcoming performers. While we didn't eat anything the man beside me got a burger and it looked great!They recommended you buy tickets online for the night you want to see the show or you might not get in. They have about 12 tables in a back room for the concerts. We definitely plan to return. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This has started to be our go to dinner when we get in town now. After a long drive and it is a close walk to where we stay, a good burger and fries never seem to fail u here. Usually fried green beans or cheese curds for app. Always love this place. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Who likes cold and stale fries for $8? way to go. thank you to the bartender for a great drink. Cooking staff? you have to be joking read more

I usually like this place, been coming here for years. It's a hot day, so I ordered a Stiegel Radler. I was charged, no kidding, $12.61... the price of a 4 pack of them. The server was nice though... he even checked with a lady at the bar (not sure how she's affiliated), but she confirmed a Radler was $12.61. It's 7 in a restaurant. read more

Went to the Sunday Jazz brunch. The service was great, music great and my biscuits and gravy needed more seasoning. I threw on the house pepper sauce and it was great too. Everything that came out of the kitchen looked wonderful. Next time I'm having the catfish read more

Danielle, aka the bartender, was an absolute gem. She was super helpful. While enjoying the Buffa Burger I felt my socks rocket off my feet and fly into Esplanade Ave. I didn't mind much nor did I go retrieve them because of the hold that Buffa Beef had on me. I sat outside with my son and it was a nice cool evening. We didn't talk much during the devouring but after my plate was clear I looked up and said... "bro, best burger I've ever eaten." read more

Good drinks, great burger. Danielle, our bartender was super nice. And we heard good music in the next room. Danielle also had a pretty face tattoo. read more

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Buffa's is a welcoming dive bar on Esplanade with a back room for live music. There was a small $10 cover for the back room and all this goes directly to the performers which I found reasonable. Each time we visited we arrived 10 minutes early and easily found tables, but. I recommend reserving a table if you are going to the Jazz Brunch as this may get booked up fast. On the times we visited we found the brunch menu simple and unpretentious. We enjoyed the Buffas Eggs Benedict's with spinach and eggs Sunny side up with potatoes and I loved how I had easy access to a coffee station at the bar. read more

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Great neighborhood bar with great food, reasonable drink prices, fun people, and a place in history. If you've never been, GO.

Very friendly family place. Adam was very helpful. Nice music venue. Not fancy by certainly well prepared food.

Daniele was an awesome bartender. Buffas was close to our hotel, and any time we saw her inside we had to stop for a drink and a chat. Had some great conversations with the locals because of her. Also a shoutout for teaching us about the Birthday tradition of pinning bills to the birthday girl. Only had some late-night bites of cheesecake and the gator balls, but both were really good. Generous pours and fun times. Enjoy! read more

Heard music in the funky backroom. Good music and friendly waiter. The worst margarita my guest and I have ever had. Tasted like cleaning product. No atmosphere, especially the lights not being dimmed during performance. I was happy they have a VEGAN burger, but didn't try it. Good music tho..... read more

I have ate at buffas before but I ate there last night , well only the frys the burger smelled like burnt hair so I fed it to my dog .and it was very sickening .won't recommend it it's gone way down hill it's like good for a drink but then again so is Applebee's..lol on a scale of 1 to anything I give it a minus zero.-0..if I wanted garbage I would have gone to a gas station ..never again don't waste your money or time .. read more

Our Airbnb was a few blocks from this little neighborhood dive bar. James was awesome and took great care of us. We visited this place a couple of times on our way back to the Airbnb after exploring all day. Drinks were good and the food was decent. I didn't get a chance to try the homemade cheesecake made by one of the owners. I heard it was all the rage. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Neighborhood dive bar with food. With music out back. $10 pp cover seemed a lot for a loud folk guitar player while trying to eat so we went to the bar side. Food ok. Raves about the blue cheese coleslaw were overrated, IMO. But sure got my attention! Since it was a first visit maybe my expectations were wrong. Probably a fun place to get many drinks. read more

We did Sunday Jazz Brunch and had a BLAST! Amazing food, super nice waitstaff, reasonable prices and a killer jazz band! Everything our table had, omlettes, Eggs Benedict, Po Boys, breakfast sandwiches, all of it - just delicious!! This place will be a regular stop during future visits!! read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Jazz! - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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"Family Friendly" my butt. We were one of two families I saw tonight insulted into leaving before seeing a show we paid for but did not see. Don't waste your time and money. This place will rip you off and make you feel like crap. The atmosphere is below one star for human beings. Skip it. read more

Ok Buffa's, you redeemed yourself and earned an extra star with a solid Sunday Jazz Brunch experience. The atmosphere was nothing special, but the music, food, service, drinks and value were all superb! Our party of six arrived a few minutes before the 11am show. Got seated immediately and had drinks in front of us a few minutes later. The menu is pretty basic, but plenty on it to satisfy our group. I had a ham, Swiss & veggie omelette with crispy hash browns and an awesome homemade biscuit with a small side of sausage gravy. My wife and a couple others had the eggs Benedict. One of the guys had jambalaya. Without exception, we all raved about our food, and while the drinks weren't noteworthy, they were plenty strong enough and cheap, which helped make the entire meal a hell of a deal. I can't remember ever getting out of a jazz brunch for under $60/couple (drinks and tip included)... and it was the only meal we needed all day. It's not a bougie jazz brunch like you'll get at HOB, Broussard's or the Country Club, but it's the best value in town... and it's fun! Check it out some Sunday when you're in the mood for awesome food & music without breaking the bank. You won't regret it! read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Inside of front door. - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I was in town for my cousin's bat mitzvah, having just completed a major project for work when I decided to see what was around to grab a beer and some grub from my B&B. Fortunately, we were right around the corner from Esplanade Avenue and discover Buffa's Bar & Restaurant -- a cool, little local joint that offers cold beer, strong drinks, and good grub. Looking a little divey but with a lot of charm, Buffa's is a great little spot to enjoy a lunch-time or mid-afternoon drink, hang with friends into the night-time hours. After knocking back a couple of beers by local brewers Urban South and Abita, I enjoyed this sandwich that consisted of deep-fried ham, turkey, shrimp on French Bread. Very magical. I wish we had more time to hang out at this joint, but we had to get ready for the evening festivities. This is a spot worth to return. The feel of a local hangout that has a very laissez-faire and chill attitude to it is prevalent. Whether you're stopping to have a shot of whiskey, grab a beer with a friend, or nosh on a sandwich. read more

Buffa's is a neighborhood gem! If you're a tourist looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the quarter but still want an authentic NOLA experience, Buffa's is the place. This is not a dive bar at all, but rather a casual, friendly joint where you can kick back, enjoy delicious food, throw back a few drinks, and chat with the friendly locals. There's both a bar area and a restaurant/lounge area, where they often host live music (and sometimes serve as a movie set!) If you live in the neighborhood, you're blessed to have such a cozy spot like this nearby. Also, DO NOT SLEEP ON BUFFA'S HOT SAUCE! My personal favorite is the garlic habanero, and my boyfriend is so obsessed that we ordered a case online. SO GOOD. read more

Buffa's Bar & Restaurant - Hot sauce so good, we bought a case! - Burgers Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This review is a couple of months overdue.. I was invited to BUFFA's by a good friend that owed me a Favor, and a little bit of $$$... So I showed up looking for a Nice Lunch, and a little Geedus... I ended up having an Angel Hair with Crawfish Cream Sauce. It might have been a special, or just a dish on the Menu in late May/early June of this yea Let's not quibble here, the Crawfish Cream Sauce was Tremendous!! I couldn't finish the Dish... but with 3 Miller Lites in my Belly during lunch..., that kind of makes sense. The Angel Hair w CC Sauce was tremendous as a midnight Snack some hours later. BUFFA's was within walking distance of my 1st Place in New Orleans, so I brought a Take Away home with me... Now the amazing Crawfish Cream Sauce was in my Frig. I ended up making a shrimp omelet in the AM, and poured the remaining Crawfish Cream Sauce right on top of that omelet like an Old Pro... Took a picture, and then gobbled it down. Somehow I was able to get at least 2 meals out of Lunch at BUFFA's, and still have enough CC sauce to put on my omelet the next day. Service was great, and the food was very good, and most importantly the Beers were nice and Cold. My friend ended up having the BUFFA's burger, and said it was Spot On. The bartender/waitress (she did it all) was welcoming, and thoughtful when it came to recommendations, and accommodations. Food came out fast, and I never lacked for a cold brewski in front of me. I will revisit BUFFA's again soon, in an effort to support them, and keep them around as long as possible!! You should too!! If nothing else to enjoy that Crawfish Cream Sauce while BUFFA's is still around!! In my world.. I have a FOUR MEOWS system... I give BUFFA's 3 MEOWS, but give that Crawfish CREAM SAUCE FOUR MEOWS, and a GRRRRRRRR!!! CIAO FOR NOW. Chris Cat read more

Enjoyed jazz music and food and drinks on a hot and humid Tuesday night in July. Our group of 7 had the place to ourselves basically. Very talented musicians! read more