The Chandelier Bar

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Located in the lobby of The Four Seasons, the Chandelier bar welcomes you with grand opulence. The first thing you notice is an elegant cascading chandelier that takes center stage. This showstopper features 15,000 glass crystals and hangs above a circular marble bar. It exudes an elegance reminiscent of the Great Gatsby era. The stunning décor creates a sophisticated ambience making you feel luxurious as you sip on a drink. Menu offerings include classic cocktails, exquisite champagnes, caviar, & shareable plates. I attended a private party here over the summer and was able to indulge in some tasty bites and beverages. Everything was delish, the bartenders were fantastic, and the service was top notch. read more

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Marcella N.

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So pretty and not crowded! Drinks are really delicious and high quality. Loved the ambiance and it felt special. Our bartender was great and elevated our experience. Gave us some great recommendations for other places to visit. read more

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Kate O.

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This is a special place. Located in the lobby of the Four Seasons, it's a perfect escape with gorgeous touches and that fabulous Swarovski stunner of the chandelier. From excellent food to innovative and perfectly executed cocktails and other drinks, this is an essential stop or second home when visiting or staying at the hotel. Big thank you to Jackson, Mathew and the whole crew--you made our company's stay memorable, comfortable, welcoming at all times. Do not miss this place while in New Orleans. read more

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Sa'Rah H.

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The Chandelier Bar is a beautiful place to grab a drink with friends. I recently visited for an event and it was quite busy but bar service was as swift as it could be. On a normal day there is ample seating and service is much quicker. Aside from the horsdouvres, there wasn't much of a food menu to choose from. I'll be back again soon I'm sure. read more

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S V.

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Needed a rest after tons of walking the quarter. One of my favorite spots to get a drink. Ambiance is unmatched. Drinks were so well made and bartender took care with every drink we watched him craft. read more

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Katrina V.

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I fell in love with the Sazerac cocktail the first time I was in New Orleans almost 10 years ago, but I haven't tasted anything like that first experience. I read that The Chandelier Bar makes THE BEST sazerac, but I couldn't take anyone's word for it... I had to try the cocktail for myself. Verdict is that their Sazerac was the best I've ever had. My fiance and I stopped by at The Chanedlier Bar inside the Four Seasons around 1:30pm on a Thursday. I wasn't surprised that the place wasn't super busy during this late lunch hour, yet the busyness picked up an hour after we sat down. The bar was stunning. The main center piece was the giant chandelier, of course, but the overall layout and decor dripped in elegance. Service was excellent. Zach was our amazing bartender. He was personable, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about cocktail history. Fun conversationalist. I started with a French 75, and my fiance had a sazerac. Their cocktails were a notch above the rest due to their attention to detail. The French 75, which can be typically made with prosecco, was made with real champagne, for example. Zach made us 2 other cocktails, including the Ramos Gin Fizz and the Amchur Lusianne. Ramos Gin Fizz is my all-time favorite drink, and Zach made it with love. The Amchur Lusianne was like a clarified milk punch. It had a fruity mango forward taste and then the bitters (i.e. hops) hit you towards the back of the mouth. Very unique flavor! I really enjoyed it. read more

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Madison P.

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Amazing vibe! Craig could make any cocktail with ease and professionalism. Amazing experience and even better views & vibes. Will be back! 10 outta 10. read more

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You have to come here and try the Martini. $35 and well worth it. You get a show and start from your bartender. Very classy hotel lobby bar. Great bartenders and great atmosphere for pre dinner drinks. read more

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There's a lot of hotels in New Orleans, and that means there's a lot of hotel bars to discover, but for your sake, make sure to add The Chandelier Bar to that list. I've only had drinks here during the day, so I can't speak to the nightlife version, but each afternoon visit has been relaxed atmosphere, attentive service, and excellent serious cocktails. It's not cheap, and it's not casual, but it's a great bar if you bring the right expectations. Will report back once I've stopped by in the evening. read more

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Luciana B.

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Late cap for the win! Walked in around 10 PM and left with the last call because this place was a brilliant. Love the service, the ambiance and the drinks. Definitely worth it read more

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Amber W.

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Simply beautiful! I came here after having dinner at Nobu in Caesars across the street. I asked the bartender to make me a lemon drop and it was one of the best I've ever had. The drinks will run you about $20 each but this is a nice bar to lounge in. There is live music on Sunday evenings which is a nice added touch. read more

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Susy A.

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Very very slow service. Waited for 50 min before i saw the lady that was serving me....and she passed me by...after she saw i had no drinks in my table. read more

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Jasmine J.

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I went here for the first time today and really enjoyed myself. The bartenders were really nice and friendly. I only had a lemon drop but it was one of the best I've had. I loved how it looked in there. Very nice and classy. read more

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Lili J.

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This spot is so festive- elegant setting, easy vibe, great people watching, fantastic crudités (my latest obsession) and a yummy crisp, dry Sancerre (pictured) for ya to enjoy pre or post next adventure in NOLA. Service was of course perfection coming from the Four Seasons Service School - as I like to call wherever it is all the employees get their manners and decorum from. Have fun! read more

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Liz W.

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Beautiful ambiance. Lovely staff. Great customer service. Delicious drinks. Very nice upscale cocktail bar - food looked delicious too. read more

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Candace G.

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Had the Chandelier Bar on my list of places to visit for a while. Finally went with two friends in December. For a luxury establishment, I was disappointed. The table was dirty and I had to ask the waitress to clean it off. To which she walked off with an attitude. 10 minutes later, a party next to us was being seated and that waiter proceeded to wipe off their table. I asked him to please wipe of our table as well, to which he hesitated at first. Then decided to wipe of down as it was sticky and had visible brown drink spots on it. Our Drinks were good albeit the service is severely lacking for such an established. Not sure if I would go back. read more

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Amy M.

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We popped in for drinks. The hurricane was strong but so good! Fruity, sparkling and sweet. My friend said their mojito was perfect and very refreshing. We had their beignets and they were so good! It comes this sweet syrup and it was amazing! We all loved it. read more

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My favorite bar that I visited in New Orleans, hands down. It's located in the Four Seasons hotel and yes, there is a huge chandelier above the bar. The drinks are not cheap. The service was fast and friendly. The cocktails were enjoyable. Worth a visit for a drink if you are in the area. read more

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Alicia M.

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We were in the area and stopped for a quick bite and cocktail. Upon entering, we weren't sure what to do. Should we seat ourselves or did we need to wait? No one was eager to help up so we stood there a while before one of the staff told us that we could sit anywhere. We didn't see a server in sight, so we waited some more.... We finally ordered Pickled Crab Claws and Pimento Grilled Cheese. I should have asked about the crab claws because they were served cold and the flavor wasn't that great. The grilled cheese was really yummy! I can't remember the name of the cocktail but it tasted pretty good. I was hoping this would be a quick visit but it took a lot longer than expected because service was slow the entire time. read more

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Robert G.

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Impeccable service and ambience. There were a few bozos who were not appropriately dressed. This should be strictly enforced with the utmost urgency. Otherwise, all was a five-star experience. read more

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Taijanea P.

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The bartender was not friendly enough. Drinks overpriced but strong . Beautiful bar! Don't know if I would go back honestly . read more

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Jessica S.

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Thanks for letting me know the drink I ordered was straight up gin. Couldn't finish it. A complete waste of money. Glad I spent money staying at the hotel for 4 nights and got this service. Your drink needs a disclaimer. read more

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Tanya G.

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I came here for a quick bite as I was traveling for work. I decided to walk from cafe du monde to the four seasons. It was about 20 min walk or 5 min car ride. I came off of a recommendation of a friend. Boy it didn't disappoint. I was greeted by the friendly bartender and ordered an espresso martini, it was divine. For lunch I ordered the lobster roll. It was near perfection and the perfect size. I can honestly say I thoroughly enjoyed this meal even if I was solo. The ambience, service and quality all top notch. I highly recommend checking out this gem and stopping by the bar for a drink. read more

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Reena S.

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We loved this bar so much, we came here multiple nights during our stay at the Four Seasons. (This bar is located at the entrance of the Four Seasons). I would recommend to ONLY sit in the bar area surrounding the grand chandelier so you can be completely awestruck! The food and drinks here are exceptionally good! The World Fair Fizz (purple drink) was fantastic. Fries are nice and plump. The beignets here are better than we had at Cafe du Monde. My date had the blue crab sandwich twice here and enjoyed every bite! I wish this bar was local to us! Hope to be back very soon! read more

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Alonzo M.

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The service was excellent but the ambiance was out of this world I mean absolutely FABULOUS!! In my Jim Curry voice read more

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Scott R.

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This bar is located in the lobby of the Four Season Hotel. The ambiance is great and you always feel welcomed upon entering the door. The food menu looks delicious with a wide variety of items. The service and drinks are excellent. Our favorite bartender/ mixologist Matthew works here and if you have him make your drink you won't be disappointed. Anytime you are in New Orleans this bar is a must and if Matthew is there say hi for me! read more

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Harmonese P.

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Love this little spot! It's located in The Four Seasons New Orleans, also one of my favorite spots to staycation! Service has always been great when I've visited. The drinks are always yummy and it's literally a cute bar-- Can't help but to enjoy the atmosphere + drinks! I ordered the chandelier martini, very strong but good. The martini glass is actually made from the same glass as the chandelier so that's a cool fun fact. Highly recommend! read more

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Christopher M.

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Even as a hotel guest, the service at this bar was horrible. The bar tenders were both non attentive and also unrepentent when we finally were able to get them to respond to our plea for libations. I won't be staying at the Four Seasons in New Orleans again, nor will I spend a dime at their bar. read more

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Amber H.

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The atmosphere is lively yet chilled. Sipping on a French 75 paired with a Crispy Chicken Sandwich under that EXQUISITE chandelier was the perfect ending to my hectic day! read more

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Jennifer K.

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Fries perfectly cooked and flavorful. They don't have the trio dip on menu anymore but they made it for us. Chicken sandwich was perfectly cooked with a sweat and spicy sauce and pickles, I LOVED it! The crab roll was good but only about a 4 star good, lacks something maybe butter. Nonalcoholic beverage, mint to be, was so good it tasted alcoholic and incredibly refreshing. 5 star service. I will go here again. read more

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Danielle R.

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Go get the pimento grilled cheese! AMAZING! The server was great! The ambience is nice. The huge chandelier is great.

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Madonna M.

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The view while sitting under the chandelier is breathtaking. Perfect for a romantic setting, friend date or if you just want to enjoy classy cocktails & bar food. The food was delicious. The truffle fries were top tier. The ambiance is grown & sexy. The bartender was soooo informative & provided the best hospitality. I'll definitely return soon. read more

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Rebecca B.

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The Chandelier Bar at the Four Seasons is STUNNING. Go have a cocktail at night and see the views of the water. It is GORGEOUS. The cocktails aren't bad either! read more

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Helen M.

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It was a Pretty good view and ambiance overall. I really love the Chandelier. It makes everything look real hip and sleek! I had the Brandy Crusta Cocktail and it was pretty delicious. It was made with so much attention to overall taste! Very very good. The bartenders were pretty busy However it was still amusing to see the mixologist crafting the many cocktails folks kept requesting. The shelves decor was cool too. read more

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Kiki H.

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Beautiful bar with excellent service, delicious drinks and appetizers. My husband and I stopped in for a afternoon drinks and snacks. I had delicious champagne and I liked the flute! We also shared the vegetable crudite and deviled eggs - everything was fresh, high quality, and delicious. read more

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Jess O.

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My FAVORITE place in New Orleans! My mum and I had a long weekend at the Four Seasons and went down to the Chandelier Bar on the second night (June 16th). Mum and I wanted to have a light meal and to take in some of the atmosphere. We were looked after by a staff member named Jason (J.C) who is incomparable to any other server I've had in the US or Australia (where I'm from). Jason was friendly, helpful and quick to check on us or whether we needed anything. The bar is beautiful and the food was wonderful, but had it not been for Jason and the experience he provided us-- I'm not sure it would've been one of 5 stars. Mum and I visited again the next night before dinner to have a quick drink and chat with Jason. Without a doubt, Chandelier Bar would be my first stop when I next return to New Orleans, and my first recommendation to anyone visiting. read more

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Tomas R.

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Customer service is key y'all. I was supposed to enjoy myself last night for a private function for a celebration, but the management team at The Chandelier Bar was very unprofessional and condescending. This all went down while waiting outside their doors lol. Whilst waiting in line the attitude and unneeded remarks from the manager and their team manning the door was really uncalled for. Honestly it was chaotic and flustering to see. We all were catching up and having conversation but things took a quick turn when the manager yelled loudly along the lines of being capped and they'd no longer let folks in even if guests were leaving (one person out, one person in). Professionalism and event management are a few training ops I'd suggest for the team here. It'll be a moment before I'm willing to try this spot and give them a chance to properly try their drinks. On a positive note-- the chandelier was really pretty to see through the glass lol. read more

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Evangeline M.

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The Good: The ambiance is BEAUTIFUL and they make a good drink. The Bad: Some of the most unfriendly bartenders I have ever met. The first time, I thought maybe they were having a bad day. The second time---maybe another bad day..? The following times all the same. So unpleasant. I expect more from a company of this caliber. read more

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Monicalyn M.

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A wonderful lobby bar that comes alive at night! During a recent stay at the Four Seasons, we enjoyed post dinner drinks at The Chandelier Bar. The bar is beautiful and libations were creative and carefully poured by professional and personable bartenders. The pockets of intimate seating scattered around the bar lend well to groups looking to enjoy each other's company. Our large group enjoyed a few rounds comfortably seated and every drink was enjoyed. Worth the visit, even if not staying at the hotel! read more

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excellent food and service. The fries were the best I've ever eaten. Nice and professional wait staff read more

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2 Canal St
Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70130
Central Business District
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(504) 434-5100
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https://www.fourseasons.com/neworleans/dining/lounges/chandelier-bar/?seo=google_local_nln3_

Hours

What time does The Chandelier Bar open?

The Chandelier Bar opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.The Chandelier Bar opens at 12:00 AM on Saturday.

What time does The Chandelier Bar close?

The Chandelier Bar closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.The Chandelier Bar closes at 1:00 AM (Next day) on Thursday and Saturday.The Chandelier Bar closes at 12:00 PM on Friday.The Chandelier Bar closes at 1:00 AM on Saturday.

Mon-Wed, Sun 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Thu 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM (Next day)Fri 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMSat 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM, 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM (Next day)

Food & Alcohol

Does The Chandelier Bar serve alcohol?

Yes, The Chandelier Bar serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does The Chandelier Bar have TVs?

Yes, The Chandelier Bar has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Chandelier Bar have parking?

Yes, The Chandelier Bar has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does The Chandelier Bar allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, The Chandelier Bar allows outdoor smoking.

Does The Chandelier Bar have free WiFi?

Yes, The Chandelier Bar has free WiFi.

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Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

I have random days that I just think, PURPLE DRANK! It is delicious. I am not really a daquiri girl…read moreas they usually taste too sweet or artificial. Not this VOODOO PURPLE DRANK! I love it so much. Its vacation in a cup - even if you are not on vacation. I need to come here at least once or twice when I am in New Orleans. The staff is always great. Thank you!

Decided to try out the oldest bar in the US as I have heard stories about it. I got a juicy hazy…read moreIPA and my partner got a hurricane . Both drinks tasted great, prices are reasonable. The spot does stay busy so you might have to wait for a seat/table but there is a lot inside.

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21st Amendment at La Louisiane

We absolutely LOVED this place. The area was a little sketch but once inside, it was great. The…read morebartenders were SUPER friendly, the drinks were good. I ordered an espresso martini because I had read they serve one of the best in NOLA but it was made with cold brew so that was a huge disappointment. We grabbed two stools at the bar and hung out for a few hours. There was a jazz band playing - Marty Peters and the Party Meters and they were FANTASTIC. They really kept the crowd entertained. We would definitely visit this place again!

We stumbled upon this place after dinner and absolutely loved the live music and the fun that was…read morebeing had. It was a great place to enjoy a drink, listen and watch the shenanigans, and just relax. Bartender was awesome and took great care of us, even though they were incredibly busy. It was definitely loud and not good for conversation, but we had a lot of fun.

Jerry Dugger & Rusty Rainbow at 21st Amendment

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Catahoula Rooftop Bar

There's something so sublime about sitting way up above from it all, sipping on a cocktail on a…read morewarm summer night. I feel like New Orleans was a little late to the game with these types of places, but now we have a decent array (typically at hotels like this one). And like most of the other rooftop bars at hotels, you don't have to be a hotel guest to take advantage! This past Saturday evening was surprisingly quiet up there, possibly due to White Linen happening on the other side of the CBD. I wasn't complaining, believe me! It was perfect out there for me and just when I thought things couldn't possibly get better, I saw the cocktail menu. Frosé, baby! Passionfruit frosé, yes please. Also, prices are not as high as you'd expect. My guy got a $3 Modelo. Frosé was $8. Pretty views of the surrounding buildings, fairy lights against the dark summer sky and a slight breeze... living my best life with a glass of frozé in mah hand. Thanks, Catahoula!

Popped up as a wine bar in Yelp but it's a hotel rooftop. The space is nice but the drinks are just…read moreok. I got served wine in a plastic cup. I guess it worked out since we came late and walked out with our drinks. The pisco punch is with tequila and not a traditional pisco.

View from the upper bar at the Catahoula

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Pat O'Brien’s

Got a drink at the bar before checking into the Preservation Hall. This is a cool spot. We only sat…read moreat the bar so I can't say anything about the larger portion of the business. You felt the history. The bartender was dressed with a bow tie and apron- have professional even though it also felt like dive bar-ish. Drink was good. Service was good. I liked it here.

Came for the drinks, stayed for the vibes…read more I had only vaguely heard about this place, but when we stepped in for a quick drink, we were completely taken by surprise. Inside, there was a pianist leading a room full of people singing Christmas songs together ,it felt spontaneous, lively, and genuinely joyful. What was supposed to be a quick stop turned into us staying much longer than planned. The atmosphere was infectious, and we couldn't resist soaking it all in instead of just grabbing drinks to go.We had an amazing time and it truly lifted our spirits and ended up being a memorable part of the evening.

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Pat OBriens Hurricane

Mahogany Jazz Hall

We were looking for a place to grab a cocktail before out dinner reservation elsewhere and we…read morestopped in here. Getting here right after they opened for the evening, before the live jazz started, we were able to chat with the staff (which we love to do) and they were very engaging and chatty. I also noticed they do a proper absinth service here and they offered one of the largest Absinth menus I've ever seen, so I had to try something interesting and different and went with the Texas made Opal Absinthe. Before selecting it, I asked the young lady who was handling the bar and she gave me her description, which I have to say was spot-on to what I ended up drinking. Another drink we got was great as well, and made with fresh juices. The vibe and venue is great here... I love jazz and I would love to return sometime to listen to the live jazz while enjoying their amazing adult beverages!

Heard this is the best jazz bar in town, so we decided to enjoy our first drink here in town…read more I got both the Absinthe red and green, which is very strong and unique flavor that I never had before. Both bands performed that night were talented, lightened our first night in town.

Mahogany Hall Swingers featuring Roderick Paulin

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Framed artwork in ladies bathroom

The Sazerac Bar

Swanky and fun. Located within the Roosevelt hotel, this cool bar has lots of rich history (that…read moreyou can read about while there). Whether sitting at the bar, or in one of the many lounge chairs on the opposite wall, every seat is an excellent. While I knew of the drink French 75, on the bar menu it was offered with either gin or cognac. I decided to try the cognac and so glad I did. Perfectly delicious! It turns out that drink is actually a French 125, so I learned something new that night. Great spot with a great vibe.

The Sazerac Bar at the The Roosevelt New Orleans prepares an outstanding Sazerac cocktail, as you…read morewould expect. While the Sazerac wasn't invented here, this is arguably its most iconic home, a place where New Orleans cocktail history comes to life. I would use this version as your gold standard when dining out in New Orleans and looking for a perfect Sazerac. We enjoyed watching bartender Rachel craft each drink. Rye whiskey, Peychaud's Bitters, and sugar are stirred in a small pitcher with ice. The serving glass is chilled, then emptied, and finished with an absinthe rinse along the rim. The cocktail is strained into the glass and topped with a lemon peel. The atmosphere makes the experience even better. The murals, the history, and the energy of the room give it a sense of occasion that you do not get at most bars. We had such a great time sitting at the bar that my wife and I each finished two and a half Sazeracs, which tells you everything you need to know.

Sazerac and an excellent hurricane

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Inside Shot

Voodoo Two

Great experience at this artsy, welcoming bar. The spot is adorned with creative pieces, and the…read morepool table is good quality. Strong, cheap, tasty cocktails, large and clean bathrooms, and a friendly bartender. Best part was that we had the place all to ourselves on a late Sunday afternoon, so I kept pumping credits into the jukebox while we ordered big $10 double shot specials and enjoyed a VIP experience.

Such a nice little bar in CBD district. It was steps away from our hotel so we decided to try and…read moredefinitely glad we did. It's got eclectic style decor which was very cute, it was clean and drinks were good! Had one of the specialty martinis but I forget which one and had to try a sazarac because, well, when in New Orleans! The bartender was a super nice girl, originally from Texas. Overall great vibes and not in the crowded craziness of bourbon st.

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Peacock Room

Had dinner and drinks at The Peacock Room recently with a group of friends, and it exceeded…read moreexpectations from start to finish. The atmosphere is absolutely fantastic, inviting, and perfect for a night out. The food was just as impressive. We shared the cheese board to start, which was a great choice, and every entree at the table was outstanding. The shrimp and grits were packed with flavor, the braised short ribs were incredibly tender, and the smash burger was great. The service was attentive, the cocktails were excellent, and the overall experience was top notch. Hands down, The Peacock Room is a hidden gem. If you're looking for a great spot for dinner, drinks, and a memorable evening, this place deserves a spot at the top of your list.

The cocktails were great and the service was superb. The waitress gave a lot of great…read morerecommendations and was very patient with us. She came back to check on us frequently, but wasn't hovering. The interior is very cozy and elegant and there's lots of decorations around to look at.

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Cochon RESTAURANT

let this review be a proxy for both the main restaurant and the butcher…read more James Beard has acknowledged the greatness of Donald Link and the Cochon team, so who am I to add my voice to this disucssion? Well - let me anyway. High quality here - from start to finish. Thoughtful, design forward, excellence everywhere. The Gumbo was unlike anything I could have imagined - dark and rich - a treat. Had the butcher slice me some mortadella - then they plated that with some stone ground mustard and crackers - I'll remember this one for a while. if you get down here - make it your mission to get here.

Food was pretty good. Small portions and small plates though. We made a reservation for Saturday…read morenight at 7:45 Crocodile bites were 4.5/5 Collard green 3.5/5 Rabbit and dumplings 4/5 Crawfish pie 5/5 Service 5/5 Overall nice restaurant. Great vibes. Fancy. Prob wouldn't come back and recommend. Very mid food

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The Carousel Bar & Lounge

Landed in New Orleans at 9am and needed to kill some time before check in. This bar has been on my…read morelist for some time but I know it gets busy and crowded. We got there just before 12pm, it opens at 11am and only waited about 15 minutes before spots opened up. It seems a lot of people come right at 11am. So by 12pm many people were grabbing their checks and heading out. The bar is really nice and even if you can't sit on the carousel, the bar area is nice too! The bartenders are super nice and friendly. Great customer service and everyone we sat next to was friendly and welcoming. The drinks aren't the best per say but you go for the atmosphere.

This is a fun spot, if you can grab a spot by the bar. It is first come, first served, so just grab…read morethe seats by the lounge and move to the bar when spots open up. It rotates slowly, so you won't get dizzy... The cocktail list looked interesting, but the two we had tasted pretty standard, inline with what you'd expect from a hotel bar (it is inside Hotel Monteleone). There is a small bar bites menu - the Cubano was tasty but a bit overpriced at $18. The service was okay. We ended up getting water from our server that brought us food as the bartenders were too busy making cocktails. There was a jazz band playing on Thursday night when we visited.

Lemon drop martini and old fashioned

The Sazarac

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Napoleon House

The worst dayyy and time to visit NOLA. in the hot hot summer. and trying to explore and eat in…read morethis heat. NONSENSE. Our friend heard from a local that this was a good place to eat so we trekked on over. Luckily we didn't have to wait long but even so, a sign caught our eye! frozen pimms cup!?!? amazing, yes we'll take 3! Refreshing in this nasty heat. You can get it non alcoholic too! We got seated and I ordered the avocado shrimp salad dish and the muffuletta! I was skeptical of the muffuletta, because I've had it once and it was a little too heavy/oily. But never had it in NOLA, the origin! IT WAS TASTY! It was light, not heavy and a great sandwich to share with my friend. The salad was GREEN, which was what I needed. lol the shrimp was tasty too. haha The host outside and inside were very friendly and welcoming. The server though was not so much. LOL but overall a good lunch spot if in the area!

I heard about this online, and I was hoping for something amazing. I LOVE muffuletta's, so I was…read morevery excited to come try this one. However, it disappointed. I've had much better and much cheaper ones elsewhere. Also the staff were not very welcoming (they were very busy), but I think we saw our waiter maybe 3 times the whole meal (take our drink order, food order, and check). The bathrooms were super cramped, and not at all accessible if that matters to you Reuben Sandwich Pastrami, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, our Thousand Island dressing, on housemade marble rye - very very dry Our Specialty Italian Muffuletta Ham, Genoa Salami, Pastrami, Swiss and Provolone Cheese, Housemade Italian Olive Salad, served warm on our bakery's fresh seeded Italian Loaf - if you want a muffuletta, you get one. But it was very average. Dry and the bread was tough

Italian Muffuletta (quarter size) with a side of jambalaya.

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Pimm's flight

Otis Seafood House

4.8

(40 reviews)

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What a fabulous experience! We came here on our recent trip to NOLA and absolutely loved the food,…read morethe service, and the overall vibe. We popped in to watch the NBA finals, and we got so much more! Special shoutout to Bryce for making our visit so memorable!

A new restaurant in New Orleans and one you should definitely try ! we got the creole chargrilled…read moreoysters to start and O M G! The table side pasta also was so incredibly good ! the atmosphere and workers were so cool , we actually made a resy at the wrong place and they still found room for us!

The HH Crab fingers $10

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Parkway Bakery & Tavern

If you are reading this, which of course I know you are, BE PREPARED FOR A LONG WAIT! If you read…read morethe whole review I'll give you the best tip on how to skip the line (insert shushing emoji) and don't cheat by skipping to the end! Hands down, the best po'boys in all of NOLA. Everything is made from scratch (except the bread, which they source locally), and you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. My personal favorites are the Surf & Turf and the James Brown. The Surf & Turf gives you get the best of both worlds (shout out to Hannah Montana). Look it up kids. You get the slow-cooked roast beef with gravy plus fresh Gulf shrimp. Shut the front door! The James Brown is just as incredible: juicy BBQ beef, pepper jack cheese, fried shrimp, and a hot sauce mayo. Bring napkins - you'll need them. Pro tip: go with a group and order a few different po'boys to share. You'll want to try everything. You made it to the end, so here we go. I feel like gate keeping (look it up old-timers), but I'm going to be generous because I love y'all. In order to skip the line, go to the bar area and find a high top or seat at the bar. A seat always opens up quickly. It never fails. You can order from the bartender and the service is top notch. Cheers y'all!

Overhyped and disappointing. Food was just ok. Takes a while to order and takes a while for your…read morefood to be ready. It's very hot. The inside isn't air conditioned. The cheese fries are a sad shame. It's just melted cheddar that immediately solidifies on regular fries and gets super greasy. The fried pickles were good. The grilled chicken poor boy wasn't it - it was bland. The gumbo was good but quite watery - not many ingredients. Very little rice. Not pictured - the cole slaw was really bland. The potato salad was the best one. Husband enjoyed the fried shrimp. The roast beef tasted like cat food - terrible texture. The merch is super overpriced ($25 for a dog toy? Out of a vending machine!) The bathrooms were air conditioned and clean.

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Historic Legacy

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Vanilla Crown Old Fashioned

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