We were needing to kill some time while our hotel room was serviced so we decided to walk down the street to this bar and grab a drink. Walked right in and sat down middle of the bar. Saw a table that had a tray of crawfish so was immediately intrigued. Ordered beers and asked about the crawfish. They were sold out but maybe had one more tray. Lucky us, we got the last two trays. Couldn't believe our perfect luck to just stroll in to a bar we wouldn't have normally sought out, got two seats right at the bar, AND scored some really tasty, HUGH crawfish. Perfectly cooked just like we like to boil them ourselves at home, and bonus being the last two trays, they sat the longest in the juice and soaked up the most flavor (or that's what we assumed). Grace, was our bartender and she rocked. The bar had a cool local vibe, people seemed to know each other and everyone had a chill feel good attitude. Especially us cause we were drinking cold modelos and eating hot boiled crawfish on a beautiful Sunday afternoon in a cool French Quarter bar. read more

The Upper Quarter - Boiled crawfish - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This is a spot where the service industry frequents. It was fun to see people hanging out and enjoying themselves. It's a dive bar but you can stop in and grab a drink and take it all over. I do I'm t know if they had food. Nice old school spot. read more

This place is amazing! It's such a fun dive bar with great service! Stop in here to beat the hustle and bustle of Bourbon St. and the prices! Drinks are good and people are nice. read more

This is an awesome bar! I loved the bartender and the service! Grace is amazing! She made my mom Feel better than any other place we went into during our trip. Thank you!!! read more

We came here because a google search for New Orleans trivia nights listed this as one of them. When we got here they said they haven't had trivia for years. But that aside, the bartender was nice and they had some decent drink specials so we stayed for a drink. It's a small place but the other customers, I assume locals, were friendly. As a tourist I don't know that I'd recommend this place but if you are local and/or want a decent drink at a good price maybe stop on in! read more

I love this place, great drinks and amazing bartenders. One of the best bars in New Orleans. 5 stars all around.

Our bartender Grace made us feel at home here. We love the vibe and simplicity of the place and really enjoyed getting to talk to the locals. It was great being away from the hustle and bustle of Bourbon St which isn't really our thing. We'll definitely be returning before our trip is over and wouldn't hesitate to recommend The Upper Quarter to friends who plan to visit NOLA. read more

The overall bar is pretty good but the bartender is a pure asshole he's very rude with a horrible attitude I asked for two whisky and Coke and I asked him to put the nice lady sitting next to drink on my tab he makes my drinks proceeds to make a third drink and all I said was I only ordered two drinks and paying for the drink the lady already has he immediately gets angry starts yelling at me snatches my card then told me I can get tf out I was so confused and speechless locals saw what happened and said he's always like that and they hates when he works because he's always nasty and rude to customers read more

Cute place with good waitstaff, clean environment (though very New Orleans feel) and the food was excellent! All in all, this place has history and is a wonderful place to hop into for a quick drink and/or yummy food. read more

Great local bar with good local pub vibe! Owners are awesome. Definitely worth stopping in, especially if a Saints Gameday

Walked down to this joint after the Three Legged Dog. A small clean well lit pub with bottled beer, drinks and chips. Frequented by locals and friendly people. Good time watching football highly recommended. read more

Fantastic local bar with awesome owners! Excellent pop-up food too! Awesome place to watch sports too!

I've spent a lot of time thinking of how to properly explain my love of this bar. Short story: it's a locals paradise. The bartenders and other patrons will quickly know your name. It's the "Cheers" of the French Quarter. Few tourists and plenty of love. (but tourists are definitely welcome and will get the same warmth upon entering). Cheap drinks and usually a few dogs to pet. The owners pour their love into this bar and it shows. You might find it empty or it might be so full you can't find a barstool to sit on. Either way, you're likely to find a friend. Long story: Six years ago I went on a bar crawl with a group of friends. We had never been here and walked in for a quick drink. The bar was next to empty, and although the drinks were cheap and the music was good, we were ready to head on. Everyone except for my husband - he's a real chatty Cathy and had developed a deep conversation with a man at least 40 years our senior. During my attempt to get my husband to wrap it up the older gentleman began telling us about Saints Sunday's at the bar and why we should come for the following game day. He began telling us "We all take pudding shots for touchdowns and we're all so proud of the bar" his use of the word "we" led us to believe he was an owner. When we asked if he held ownership in the bar he said "no, but we all kind of own it. It's our bar. It's the neighborhoods bar and we're all proud". Done. Sold. Any bar that the patrons loved so much they took pride in its success and felt a sense of ownership I was down to be at. My husband and I dutifully went the following Sunday and every single thing that man told us was true. (Shoutout Caesar) It's fun. It's wild. There's pudding shots. There's the purest sense of community. Six years later this is the only bar I deem worthy of watching the Saints. More importantly - six years later this bar has become another home, a safe place, a family. Come here. In a city filled with dive bars I can honestly tell you this bar is one of a kind. read more

One of the best hidden secrets in the city. The crawfish boil here on Thursday is arguably the best in the city. They use tobacco pulp from Avery Island to give it an extra kick I've never experienced before. They make the tobacco in barrels, and the left over residue that drys up in the barrel happens to go extremely well in a boil. And since it's right at the end of March, the crawfish were huge. The bar has the original floor dating back to the 1890s, which gives the place a old bar feel. In the back patio you are surrounded by condos on the 1st and second floor, that were once slave quarters, and brothels. I got all this information from the owner Jeff, who is a super nice guy, who gave us the history of the building. Definitely in my rotation now! read more

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Watched the CFP 2015 Semifinals at the Upper Quarter (Clemson vs Oklahoma - Orange Bowl)! What a GREAT evening, I will always remember The Upper Quarter and The Tigers BIG win over the Sooner! Go Tigers! Next night watched Ole Miss beat Okie State in the 2016 Sugar Bowl. read more

Stumbled across this hidden gem during our trip to NOLA. Bourbon street was a bit too much for our group and this was the perfect spot for us. Captain Kirk was great and kept the drinks coming. Recommend checking out this spot and if we are ever back in NOLA we will be back. read more

Very disappointed as walked in on a local's suggestion. Sat 10 minutes nobody acknowledging us there so left. 2 other people in the establishment. Sorry not sorry left. Taking my business to someone who wants it and acknowledge people walking inside. Next adventure in NOLA. read more

Great little neighborhood bar with limited seating. Friendly people, quiet on the night we went. Bartender was on top of it, educated and helpful with tips on the local area. We just had a few drinks, a shot for a buddy who's no longer with us. Was easy to sit around and enjoy ourselves with out to many crazies. If I lived in the area I would most certainly make it my local spot. read more

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Super fun atmosphere! Great owners and delicious cocktailss! Highly recommend!! Best bar in the French Quarter!

A small neighborhood bar that appreciates locals and tourists alike. Dive bar prices in upper end of the French Quarter. Worth the few extra steps. read more

The Upper Quarter - Dive bar prices. French quarter locale - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I will keep begging the owner on Facebook for crawfish but all the food pop ups are cool and the drinks are cheap!

Some of the best crawfish boil I have ever had. Jeff did a great job. Love this place. read more

The Upper Quarter - Bars Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

The Upper Quarter is a safe place for locals to go in the touristy French Quarter and is cleaner than your typical New Orleans dive. It is small enough where everyone in the whole room just talks to one another, joining in each other's conversation and friendly banter. They have trivia on Wednesday nights starting at 7 and winners receive free drink tokens. They allow dogs in the bar and there is also a cute little patio in the back. Tons of NOLA art and memorabilia cover the walls. This place just gives me a happy, cozy feeling and the bartenders are incredibly nice. read more

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This bar is the epitome of what a NOLA neighborhood bar should be. Grandiose bartenders and fabulous conversation. This is the place to go when you are ready escape from the madness of Bourbon chaos! As a local I give this place 10 stars!!!! Ask for Jay or Shawn they are both charming and intelligent gentlemen! read more

This bar is great if you love really smokey, peaty Scotch, However I must say I was disappointed with the Duck Feet. If you are a connoisseur of, and enjoy a tasty Duck Foot from time to time, please bring your recipe with you. read more

For a small neighborhood bar, this long time local felt like a badly treated tourist. Big white bartender was not welcoming or friendly. Not hello, how are you, nothing. Seemed like the game was more important. Badly made drink, poured it out in bathroom. Would not recommend this place with him there. read more

Jason was awesome! Hilarious and makes a strong drink. Make sure to stop by next time you're in NOLA.

A great neighborhood bar in a perfect location. Blocks away from the Saenger and Bourbon Street (if that's your thing), the Upper Quarter is one of a handful of bars in the Quarter frequented by locals. Very friendly bar staff. You can't beat the Upper Quarter when the Saints are playing. read more

Thanks to our waiter for pointing us to this gem! I love a dive bar and this could definitely be classified as such. The drinks were cheap, bartender and customers friendly and talkative. This was a great stop, off of Bourbon St. read more

This bar is a hidden gem. It is located off the quarter and the owner and staff are great. We have the best time here. It's affordable and the drinks are made correctly. The patrons are just as good. Always a great crowd. It definitely your loss if you don't visit. read more

This is the epitome of a great neighborhood bar. We had just moved to New Orleans and wandered in because it was so close to our apartment. Marie, one of the owners, made us welcome immediately. And the next time we popped in she remembered our names. The bartenders and patrons are friendly, the drinks are inexpensive, and there is no better place to watch a Saints game. We are so lucky to have this bar in our neighborhood. read more

This place had the worst customer service by far. I am from Florida and he made me and my friends feel unwelcome and like children.

This is hands down my favorite French quarter bar. A friend introduced me to this place and their owner who is an incredibly nice fun guy to speak with and he proudly runs a great locals bar. The prices are perfect and the bartenders are all laid back. They have a juke box as well and small courtyard read more

A great little neighborhood bar. The bartender and one of the owners, the lovely Marie, was relaxed and friendly, and super knowledgeable about the surrounding area. The regulars were welcoming and friendly too. Away from the heavy touristy areas this is a fun place for a drink and conversation. (Review by Karen B) read more

A place for locals - see Jamie on Sunday afternoons - he's a lovely gent from England who moved to NOLA by way of NYC. Made me a slammin' basil smash cocktail. It's a small simple place - not a dive - just a bar without the hoopla of Bourbon Street. I had really good conversations with the folks there. read more

Great drink specials including beer and shot combos!

I truly hate yelping but this place was too awesome not to yelp. From the friendly patrons to the kickass bartender Jay it felt like I was in my hometown bar not some far away town. It was just welcoming and the drinks are priced just right and made perfect. Definitely a fan of this place read more

My wife and I were looking for a place to catch the Saints game on thanksgiving night so I googled "best saints bar in New Orleans" man I'm I glad to have found this place. We were greeted immediately as we walked in, grab a seat at the bar and watch as the locals started to flood in all dukes up in their Saints apparel. Even though we were from HAWAII the bar owners Dave and Mary and their staff made as feel right at home. Thank you for your hospitality and we'll definitely be back the next time we're in New Orleans. WHO DAT! read more

Very good Quarter neighborhood bar, friendly and welcoming. Nice late night off the beaten path place.

The UQ is the perfect mix of a neighborhood atmosphere, friendly people, great management, and easy access to all of the FQ and CBD. What more could you ask for? Cold beer? Yup. Got that, too. read more