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    Don Villavaso

    3.4 (10 reviews)
    ModerateLounges
    Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Ventured out from the Essence Fest activities to support minority owned business as a out of state patron purchased two triple dipped Hennessy cigars for $30 without providing a bag or box...the young worker was surprised I requested/insisted on a bag or box to carry out to return to our hotel. The waitress was like were out of bags. I insisted that we needed a bag or box to ensure the cigars stay fresh since they were a gift. She went back inside the humidor came out with a receipt after she went to the cash register and refunded my card then took the cigars without allowing me to speak to a manger. Stunned...but then again should have known from walking inside she was laying down on the bench taking a nap at 4p in the afternoon. Atmosphere is nice loved the patio but the lack of professionalism in staff nor willing to just give a box.

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    Fountain Lounge - Sazerac cocktail

    Fountain Lounge

    4.2(557 reviews)
    9.2 miCentral Business District
    $$$

    What a beautiful evening at the Fountain Lounge. Terriona attended to my table quickly and she…read moreefficiently shared about the daily specials. I ultimately ordered the Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with butternut squash risotto. The presentation was beautiful and the flavors were rich and creamy. Also, Eddie kept my water glass filled and made me feel special and welcomed. The ambiance at the Fountain Lounge is classic luxury. Plus, the staff is always on point. They even remembered my special occasion when I last dined there. Plus, the team was attentive and quite friendly. My only complaint is that the piano is no longer there. Apparently, the powers that be decided to remove the soul of the restaurant. In the days of old, a pianist played sets during dinner. Not only did it make guests truly appreciate the musical style of New Orleans, but the melodic music also drew others into the restaurant. What a shame to have lost the heart and soul of the restaurant. Yet, the staff does their best to create a warm and welcoming environment, while the chefs provide truly top notch cuisine. Whether staying at the Roosevelt or simply enjoying the French Quarter, the Fountain Lounge is a perfect place to enjoy delicious cuisine and top notch service.

    We needed a break from the heat and decided to stop by the Roosevelt Hotel. We wanted to stay for a…read morewhile, so we went to the bar, which is right off the lobby, and got a drink. It is very dim lighting with bar seating, couch seating, and table seating with table lamps. It is a pretty big space with lots of walking room. We ordered at the bar because at 1:30, they didn't do table service. We got a glass of Prosecco and a Hugo spritz. It was so refreshing and just what we needed. Service was quick. I thought it was pricey, but we were in a nice hotel in NOLA.

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    French 75 was deeeelicious!!

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    Bar area

    Fountain Lounge - Classy, beautiful bar.

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    Classy, beautiful bar.

    Vue

    Vue

    4.1(17 reviews)
    9.3 miCentral Business District
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    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.

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    Vue - Views from the top

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    Vive!

    Vive!

    3.9(19 reviews)
    8.9 miFrench Quarter
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    I arrived early for a Yelp event and sat at the bar with Alex. He was quite kind and recommended…read morethe Poire Violette (Violet Pear Martini). It was reminiscent of my childhood fave candy, Tart-n-tini. It is their signature drink, made of Absolut Pears, Triple Sec, Apple Pucker, Creme de Violette & fresh squeezed lemon. Yum! This bar has swagger! The velvety bar stools are stylish & comfy. The background music is upbeat & makes you feel like you're on a mini-vacay. They have 3 flat screen tv's in the bar area, which help to detract from the minimal crowd. But... This spot has only been open since Nov 2010, so the clientele is just building. Because this is such a wonderful location & cool bar, it will surely succeed! I'll be back for sure. My only negative comment: PLEASE chill your martini glasses prior to serving!

    I'm going to take a minute out of my oh-so-busy morning (yeah right) to inform fellow yelpers about…read morea nice little boutique hotel in the Quarter. I haven't stayed a night here but I will soon. I had a pleasant evening last night at the hotel bar Vive. It's not really a hip bar (only due to the lack of customers) but it does offer hotel guests and locals a cool place to have a few drinks. Alex is a friendly and cool bartender there. The bar is clean and trendy. Had a great time hanging out with some tourists from NYC. Check it out if you're in the area.

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    Vive! - Heated wading pool with cabanas and pedestal heaters!

    Heated wading pool with cabanas and pedestal heaters!

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    Observatory Eleven

    4.2(39 reviews)
    9.0 miFrench Quarter

    This place was haven for us..on those evenings where we didn't want to leave the hotel because of…read morethe heat or when we just want to rest after a long tour, we felt really fortunate that this bar is just an elevator away from our hotel room. The ambiance is perfect..overlooking the French Quarter, its design and decor epitomizes the sophistication of Westin Hotels. The crowd was a mix of vacationists and corporate people who are there for meetings and conventions, and the staff were all polite and personable. We ordered drinks for the most part, and the price point was not really bad for a hotel bar- about $16 for regular drinks like vodka soda, and about $26 for doubles.

    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.

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    Observatory Eleven - Before the 'redesign'.

    Before the 'redesign'.

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    Observatory Eleven

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