Great dive bar in the Marigny. Lots of locals, friendly service, great vibe. Not really the French Quarter and just a short walk to all the music on Frenchman. Drinks are good as well - my wife had some kind of margarita which she enjoyed, and was in the mood for Jameson & Guinness. Generous pours, strong drinks. What's not to like? We'll be back! read more

One standing Dive Bar who truly treats people and their pets with welcoming warmth. So very nice! The bar manager Chis is Soooooo very nice Class act read more

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Stayed warm here before Krewe du Vieux, and it was the best possible decision we made that night! The bartenders were the sweetest and kept us well hydrated. They even gave us handwarmers so that the cold parade night didn't feel so miserable. It's such a cute little dive bar, and the clientele was as awesome as the service staff. The pours were heavy and they kept them coming. You really can't ask for much more than that! read more

When the Saints are out of town this is the perfect neighborhood bar to watch the game at. They have one large tv inside and a out door screen for those wanting to be outside. Outside they also had a food vendor that we got some cheese stick appetizers at. Inside the TV volume was turned up so you could not only watch the game, but you can hear it too. This is unlike most sports bars. In most sports bars they have multiple screens and no sound. I loved that it had sound. My football loving husband said this was the best place he's been to, to watch a home game. It was a great vibe. Soda was $3 and Beer was also $3. It was a steal. They also had to self serve water stations. And deals on a bucket of beers. It was 5 beers for $15. I highly reccomend coming here to watch an away game for the Saints. There was plenty of seating and we felt welcomed at the corner bar for locals. read more

The R Bar - Watching the game, with sound - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

New discovery for me in the French Quarter, and it instantly became one of my favorite bars in New Orleans: Chill, hip vibe; great lighting, music, and decor; good drinks at good prices; lively and vibrant while not being overcrowded or chaotic. What's not to like?? read more

The R Bar - Cool atmosphere and decor - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

On my recent trip to New Orleans with my Dad, I asked him if there was anything that he really wanted to see. He gave me the answers I expected but the one I did not expect was The R Bar. Frankly, I had never heard of it. Dad told me that the outside was used in NCIS: New Orleans and he just wanted to see it. I had no idea what to expect. My mind painted a picture of this fancy bar with polished brass railings, fancy mirrors behind the bar, custom padded bar stools, etc. What we discovered was something far better than that. Where I'm from, those Hollywood type bars are for stuck up rich jerks who look down their noses at people like me. The R Bar was definitely my kind of joint. Dad and I went inside after a long and hot day of sightseeing and walking around Saint Louis Cemetery #1 and Louis Armstrong Park. The R Bar was exactly what we needed to take a load off and cool down with a cold drink. The people there were very kind and it is pet friendly, which is even better. It's also obvious that it's a true local joint, as well as a tourist bar. Perfect mix of everything us commoners look for in a bar. Highly recommend!!! A note about my New Orlean's review: Back in December of 2024, my family lost the most loving and selfless woman you could ever imagine. My mom passed away after many years of suffering with botched scoliosis surgeries, crippling rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple stomach ulcer surgeries brought on by all the medications. My entire family, especially my Dad, have been crushed by her loss. My Dad builds street rods and he and my mom used to travel to all the car shows everywhere they could once they became empty nesters and dad retired. One of the shows they used to go to was in Biloxi, MS. Every year they went, my dad would talk about how they wanted to go to New Orleans. Unfortunately, every time they went, something would happen to prevent them from going. I promised my Dad that I would get him to New Orleans to see the city and visit the WWII Museum. The trip was memorable, and I got to spend priceless time with the man who made me who I am today. New Orleans did not disappoint, and I am forever thankful for the city of New Orleans! read more

The R Bar - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

One of the best neighborhood bars in New Orleans! Was so happy to stumble into this place, literally. lol. The bartenders were amazing. Everybody was so friendly, and I will definitely return when I'm back in New Orleans. read more

We stopped in while walking around NOLA. It was on the list of where NCIS shots were filmed. Friendly staff, large interior, lots of seating and tons of drink specials. read more

The R Bar - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Just a cute little dive bar that has been here so long I forget it exists from time to time, but here it always is . The bartender this trip was fantastic, so sweet and attentive. The perfect little New Orleans hangout for an afternoon of unwinding. read more

The R Bar - Pineapple mojito - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This bar is the bar that my husband absolutely loves to come to any chance that he gets. So now I have to come A LOT lol. One of the good things about this bar is that it is very safe and the surrounding area is very safe and literally across the street from the start of the French Quarter. So if you have visitors in town that want to go to the French Quarter, it's nice to start here and then walk across the street and start getting a taste of The French quarter. The prices here are amazing, as there are other bars that want to charge tourist prices. This place does not do that. You get a lot for your money and the bartenders here are super sweet and welcoming. Especially our favorite bartender, LeighAnn. She is one of the most friendliest, funniest bartenders I've ever met who has now become a friend. She knows how to make every drink and can also create a drink - If you just tell her what you're looking for. We come here for all of the Mardi Gras parades. They have a DJ here every Saturday night and we have become friends with the neighborhood patrons. This place is awesome and it's always on our list of things to do when we are out and about. read more

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Friendly bartenders and great drinks that are reasonably priced. It's a cool local hangout.

Mulled wine has entered the R(oom) and it's the perfect winter warm-up, especially if you grab one of several outdoor patio seats that has been a happy permanent addition since COVID. Recently I was talking to my friends in New York about how it's possible in NOLA to go out to a great place with great cocktail/wine options for less than 18-30 dollars a pop and I think I made at least three of them cry. Let's also talk about the fact that everytime I'm in there, I'm happy with the music selection. Like really, really happy. Everything from groovy 60s to punk rock 80s to ... well, none of the typical pop/dance stuff you hear in most bars (and I like that stuff, don't get me wrong but it's refreshing to hear Blondie and the Misfits and Jefferson Airplane OK?) And the cutest dogs are regulars here. read more

No sign of Duane Pride wasn't in the house, nor any NOLA NCIS agents. What would be called the "Tru Tone bar" on TV is a much different picture in real life. This primarily local's hangout is still quite an impressive view from the street, the wrap around balcony really brings the facade to life here. Being situated in a residential area I would have expected to at least find an open table for a couple drinks, I can clearly understand why they call themselves a community center. Bring your quarters for the jukebox, you won't find any live music at the R Bar, but on Monday evenings you can get a haircut and a shot, just make sure it's not the barber joining you for a shot. Unlike Dr. Who's tardis, this bar is definitely bigger on the outside, maybe it was the impression I got from TV, I was not expecting it to be that small which is why I waited for seating to open up outside. This place is also home to the Royal Street Inn on the second floor, and although I had not seen it in person, the photos online make the suites look very impressive. I am a fan of the local hangouts when I travel, this is one of them I would stop back into when I am in NOLA next. Cheers! read more

The R Bar - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Service was great, bathrooms nice, great drinks! Atmosphere was positive. Definitely will be going back!

Came here for a nightcap. My boyfriend and Pimm's Cup and I had a peach bubbly. Both delish and not heavy. Very refreshing. They were both $8. Bartender was friendly and made drinks fast. Drink menu had lots of options for whatever your preference is. read more

The R Bar - Pimms Cup and Peach Bubbly - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Best spot for locals to chill after work untill the sun comes up. not too many tourists finding this bar.

My go to spot, feel weird telling the world about it because I wanted it to be my little secret! It is a great mix of locals and tourists and just a great spot! The bartenders are the best and really make outstanding drinks. I love the pineapple mojito even though I normally wouldn't order a frozen drink, they aren't that sweet so no hangover, yippie! Great place to watch Saints games and all around a solid place. No drama, no fights and any city in the World to would be lucky to have an establishment like this. read more

Great service, good prices fun environment . Away from the craziness but fun staff and ambiance

Went to R Bar only to see where scenes from NCIS were filmed. All four of us sat down and one of us had a Trump hat on. The female bartender screamed across the bar to the tables that we would only be served if we took our Trump hats off If not we could get out!!! She was incredibly rude!! That was the only bad experience we had since being in New Orleans. If I owned that bar I would fire her immediately. She then preceded to play on full blast "Fuck Donald Trump" song. What a disgrace!! read more

First time ever noticing the bar & I fell in love. The ambience is everything. Red lights, good music, good vibes. I can't speak about the price of the drinks, but pretty sure they were cheap. Definitely will be backs There's an outdoor courtyard as well. read more

The R Bar - Entry - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I'm a dive bar hater- but I love this place. Drinks are cheap and the cocktails are better than decent. Great vibes and a super fun crowd. We stayed at the nearby Hotel Peter and Paul and came here basically every night for a night cap! read more

Heather and mike were AMAZING people who gave us a brief history on NOLA and of course I came here for NCIS feel lol. The atmosphere is like a LA dive but more classy and allot of history. Definitely a locals spot seeing it's in the residential area. The drinks are cheap and one of the drinks I posted will put hair in your chest! Definitely come give this place a go while visiting New Orleans! read more

The R Bar - Let's drink!!!! - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Be sure not to over tip when you're by yourself and sit alone in the corner, watch the end of the game, and somehow everybody thinks you're drunk. Especially when the staff says you are as you walk out and you say thank you. read more

I came here just to get a picture of the outside, because NCIS:NO. Cliche, I know. But we ended up sticking around for a few drinks and honestly, this was the chillest place we've been. The bartender was incredible, the drinks were amazing, and the amazing atmosphere. I thoroughly enjoyed and will be back for sure! read more

On a weekend night, the music and the atmosphere here is nearly unparalleled. As a local veteran, I'm also aware of the cucumber water left to the patrons on tap, for free. Keeping hydrated is the key to ultimate success, when bar hopping here in the big easy. This is also the spot for all the madness and splendor that is St Ann's on Mardi gras day. This is a local and visitor staple here in New Orleans. read more

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In a city blessed with amazing neighborhood bars, the R Bar is in a league of its own. Seriously, one of the absolute best NOLA has to offer. Close to the Quarter and Frenchmen Street, but without the chaos of either. Chill inside vibe. Vibrant sidewalk scene. Awesome drinks. Fantastic service. Don't miss the Friday night crawfish boils when in season! read more

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Well hey now, nice to see ya again R Bar. So this time I came in because this is my local friends spot and I got to meet some of the great people (and dogs) he knows. This place sort of sneaks up on you like a good cocktail. Sometimes I don't know why I love it so much, but by the time I walk out the door I'm smiling because of all the cool people I met, the good music on the juke box, and the friendly bartenders. It's just got good vibes. And a delicious Pimm's Cup. read more

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R Bar is the BEST!!!!!! They also made a ton of majorly impressive improvements since covid, so it's even better than before! Go to R Bar for a great time. You won't regret it!!! read more

The R Bar - Scott being Scott - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

The outside is what you see on NCIS, the inside however is a bit different! If your expectations are the set that you remember from the show it's going to be a bit disappointing. However, the service and the cocktails are great. Go for the fun and a bit of tv magic read more

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What a great, local vibe! Their drinks are stiff, the service is what you'd expect in a very busy bar. My friend that lives in the area brought us here to show us a less touristy time. Fun times! read more

I went here after having sushi at Royal Sushi Bar. I stayed here the whole night. They had a dj and he was playing the current hip hop hits! There was a diverse crowd which I loved. The bartenders were very attentive and fun. I will definitely frequent this spot. read more

The R Bar - Mangorita and Highlife! - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Great dive bar filled with all types of people! Amazing drink deals! Always a fun time! read more

Had the frozen pineapple mojito and frozen agave gardens with mezcal, cucumber and jalapeno, both were delicious and not too sweet. Very low key place, bartender was friendly and prices were good. read more

The R Bar - Frozen Pineapple mojito - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Maybe it's the booze talking but I adored stumbling into this bar by accident on our travels. The frozen pineapple mojito was perhaps the BEST drink I've had in the city. It was much boozier than you'd think given it's unassuming mix of sweet/sour/minty goodness. The place itself was mostly locals (that's how you know it's good). Our bartender was incredibly sweet and helpful. I have to love the girl who introduced me to the pineapple mojito. The antique barber shop chair and low lighting give the place a very chill feel. Pop in and check out something away from the hand-grenades and neon lights, you won't be disappointed. read more

The R Bar - Pineapple mojito WHAT - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This place is a home away from home for me. Staff and management is amazing always a great experience.

I really like the R Bar. Super friendly bartenders and really great crowd most of the time. Very laid-back atmosphere. Definitely one of the cooler bars I have been to lately. Lots of locals here, great area of the city, and the only place I know of where you check-in/out for the inn with the bartender. read more

This was probably one of my most-visited bars when I lived in New Orleans, if not that, it was definitely one of the first bars I visited, so it kind of has a little special place in my heart and a larger special place . . . in my liver. Here's what's awesome about R Bar - little to no rambunctious college kids. I guess it's a little "scene," but it is a bar favored by locals, which I find to be a mostly positive thing. The bartenders are usually pretty prompt and friendly and there's a decent selection of beers and liquors. They tout frequent specials, sometimes even alcohol and a haircut combo. This bar seems to have a nice collection of "regulars" - which is nice that several people have deemed this the "it" place to be. Although the space isn't the most expansive, it's more than comfortable most of the times. The weekends can get a little more harried, be forewarned, but I really do enjoy the easy-going nature of R Bar during the weekdays and as a in-between stop before hitting Frenchmen or the Quarter. read more

Very low key and exactly as described. Loving the ambiance of my city. Frenchman and Esplanade

We stayed off of Frenchman Street awhile back and saw this place while walking around one morning. It looked cool from the outside and we were staying very close so we made a mental note to come back. So glad we did. Pretty laid back place with a great juke box, pool table, darts, that kind of place. Oh and a barber chair. What? Yes. A barber chair. And on Mondays you can get a haircut and a shot for $10. Only in New Orleans. They have craft cocktails, decent selection of craft beer, and good old fashioned whiskey and cheap beer in a can. We ended up hanging out for a couple hours. It really is a cool, laid back place. So recently I'm watching NCIS New Orleans and I thought I recognized the outside of Dwayne Pride's bar Tru Tones as resembling this joint. Sure enough, I go back through the pics I took at the bar and for sure, Tru Tones is actually The R Bar. One more reason to love NCIS New Orleans and one more reason to love The R Bar. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Great little place to watch the game with the locals. We live on the Northshore and spent the night in the city and wanted to watch the saints game with a crowd that wasn't obnoxious. We found the right place, they even had a projection screen outside with people watching the game with home brought chairs read more