This a cool watering hole with a neighborhood bar vibe. They have a great patio that looks rather upscale it is so nice. The bartenders here seem to be very efficient and give good service. Overall this is always a solid choice for a neighborhood bar experience. read more

Went for steak night. It was good but not great. The Brussels sprouts were a little hard and chewy. I was disappointed they no longer serve spinach. My filet was raw in the middle, and I ordered medium rare. The crawfish tails weren't fresh. The potatoes were great. Relaxing atmosphere with a few different games on at the same time. read more

white girl with glasses was very rude, and dismissive. now very welcoming i was told to here by someone else and got instant attitude. don't recommend. take ur money elsewhere. read more

I went on Steak night!!!! Great food and price. Service was great. Dog friendly patio

Gonna admit, I was only here for drinks. However, the bartender was so patient and attentive and even mentioned some deals when we said we were local. Great spot! read more

Fun little after work hangout spot. The inside definitely has dive energy (which I'm fond of) but is very clean. The bartenders are attentive and efficient. Very friendly. They have food specials most nights of the week and we've tried most of them. Wednesday steak night is our current favorite. They have also started doing daily lunch specials. Not for the real of the show. They have a patio outback that is an absolute oasis. Plenty of seating and shade for those hot Louisiana afternoons. read more

Quaint bar in the West Lakeview area. Wednesday night is steak night. An 8 oz filet with mash potatoes and creamed spinach for $18. What a deal. The steak was wonderful. Very tasty and cooked to perfection. The mashed garlic potatoes and creamed spinach finished the plate. Oh and I ordered my steak medium rare and it was perfect. Now on the negative side the meal was served on a paper plate with plastic fork, knife, and spoon. There were no spices except salt and pepper in small bags. But again this is a bar that serves food so it did make sense. read more

Favorite Dive. Great place to watch the saints play. They have an assortment of bar games and a great pool table. Not to mention the back patio makes you feel like you are on vacation. I hesitate posting because it's a hidden gem that I would almost like to keep to myself. read more

The Basin Lakeview - two cars parked in front of the basin - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Cool duck off spot to take a date. Bartenders are great and the regulars aren't bad like other places!

What an awesome little gem in Lakeview! Happy hour 4-7 Monday-Friday, red beans on Monday, steak night (AMAZING) on Wednesdays, & Boiled shrimp (crawfish when in season) on Fridays! Friendly staff & cold beer what else do you need? read more

First of all it is the only real bar located in West Lakeview. It has an awesome patio and reasonable prices. Nice wine selection. Plenty of reds. Stays open real late and is the after party go to joint. Plenty late night types such as bartenders and waitstaff from nearby restaurants. Fun place when you want to stay out late in a safe neighborhood. Opens at noon on weekends during football season and has a free buffet every Saints game. Free red beans and rice with French bread every Monday. Pool league plays on Mondays. read more

Ok... Look y'all. I've been reading some comments about the dive nature of this here establishment... And I've gotta say... those commentators and I need to hang out, let me drive you around town... I think I could show you a place or two that might help you have a better view on the "divey" lens of things... because y'all, Nola's got em. And this ain't one. But what Basin is... Is a rather wonderfully appointed small neighborhood bar. Think more suburban man-cave. Divey... Nope. Hell, every single barstool had all it's legs, none of them wobbled, and all were standing right-side up. There were multiple TVs. All seemed to be connected to cable or satellite... All of them were in new fangled color-vision... And not a single bullet hole to speak of. I would even watch the falcons here. For God's sake, there's a museum of worldly artifacts in the billiards room (can't even call it a pool room, it's too nice)... And this doesn't even cover the gorgeous patio in the back... And if that doesn't convince you... Hell, the toilets had no noticeable urine or graffiti, and were well stocked with premium tissues and great smelling soap.. And, I know you won't believe this... And this is not exaggeration, the bathrooms smelled like they were scented with fresh laundry. I know this might be one heck of a turnoff for a lot of you... Cause if you're looking for a dive bar, keep driving towards the dome. But if your looking for an awesome little place to grab a delicious cold beer at an amazing price with a super friendly staff... That's what Basin is. read more

Preface, it's 7PM on a Saturday and there are 8 people in here. But the sheer emptiness makes it even better. This is totally a locals bar. They have seven TVs, one pool table, and the kind of drink prices that make you smile. Only issue is the smoke, but if you can get over that, you're golden. Definitely coming back here! read more

The Basin Lakeview - The bar... - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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My very impressed. As soon as we walked in a very large man with long wavy hair was standing g at the bar. His chair was blocking our way from entering the central bar area. I moved the chair slightly to the right. He grabbed it pulled it back blocking my passage and mumbled something to the effect of ... "not a chance" I pushed it out of my passage again in order to pass. Now mind you, we were just across the street at Azul watching LSU just beat Alabama! The whole crowd there was in a great celebratory mood. I bellies up to the bar next to the Neanderthal that was so rude, ordered cocktails for my friend and I. So, moral of the story is... if you want to subject yourself to possible run ins with idiots... feel free to check this place out. I'm a big fan of dive bars but there is absolutely no reason on such a momentous occasion to experience a threatening introduction to a local pub. List my business... read more

Great place! Enjoy the people, barkeeps, and the atmosphere! Enjoyed being there for the LSU / Alabama game this past fall! read more

it's a great enivorment the food is great it's just an overall great place to be. i love it.

Rick is literally the coolest bartender. Basin wouldn't be basin without this dude fr lol hilarious and hospitable

Rick and George keep the place rocking. If there was a place to be it's The Basin. Let the Tullamore D.E.W. REIGIN!

This is a pretty laid back neighborhood bar. Like other bars in this area, everyone seems to know each other and the place is friendly. There are pool tables, if you like to play and there's a fairly decent beer selection. On the day I was here I was just grabbing a quick drink with some friends and we sat at the bar and chatted with the bartender for a bit. The service was good, but it wasn't really packed when I was here, so I don't know how service is when there's a crowd. read more

The Basin Lakeview - Really dude? - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This is a divey, neighborhood bar with friendly and accommodating bartenders and no pretension. The music selection is often good but not so loud you can't carry on a conversation. Prices are reasonable but parking can be a bit challenging. read more

Super chill dive bar! The bartenders are awesome! If you're looking for a cool place to chill in lakeview, this is the spot! read more

The Basin Lakeview - Shot and a blue moon! - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Horrible service -- drinks are not great either but the pricing is fair I guess. Will not be going back

Really fun neighborhood bar. Extremely friendly bartenders. Had a great time. Will be back for sure! They had some different beer which was a treat - not just the same old. I had an Abita Restoration Ale and a Smithwicks Irish Ale. Yummy! Okay, the Abita is not that unusual, but you know what I mean. read more

Nice comfy dive. Abita on tap some live music weekends read more

The Basin Lakeview - a group of people playing music - Lounges Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

The first bartender we had was awesome, but I can't remember her name. The second, I think her name was Sarah, was rude from the jump. Then she introduced herself to all of us individually and I thought oh maybe I misjudged her. The girl was rude as can be and acting like she was running a packed bar on bourbon street. I said um when she asked what I wanted and she just walked away like she had millions of other bar patrons to serve when there was like 20 ppl in the whole place. Then she overcharged us and gave attitude when asked for an itemized receipt. Overall she sucked but the drinks were strong so 3 stars read more

Horrible service. Came there with some friends from overseas and they treated us bad. Will never come back again. The manager was awful. read more

I love this bar, seriously. This is definitely my cheers. The staff and regulars are nice and there is always good music on the jukebox. With nightly drink specials and the fact that they close very late, don't be surprised if you spend more time here than you expected. Did I mention I love this bar? read more

If I could give 0 STARS I WOULD!! Been two separate times, both in which the same exact bartender, a blonde heavy-set female, who would rather spend her time at work talking with friends/regulars than tending to others in need of a drink. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND TO SAVE MY LIFE. Fire this bartender and I might come back. Fool me once, shame on me, fool me twice, shame on this terrible bar. Next time, I'll go to Parlay's. read more

Always a great time. Great prices on beers and has a intimate lakeview crowd. Cheers to the Basin!

I like this place. straight up bar, inexpensive, friendly bartender! neighborhood joint, and we happened on service industry night. bonus. after being served crap at a pretentious bar in the quarter, it was nice to just be in A REAL BAR. LOL read more

This is my favorite neighborhood bar. It's extremely clean, the bar tenders are always sweet, and the crowd is friendly. They have free food every saints game too! read more

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Love this place, great atmosphere, great service. Love Sarah she's awesome. Crawfish on Friday evenings are delish!