NightLifE BALCONIES Cornet cornetnola.co / 700 Bourbon St., NO, 70116 / 504-231-8519 Stroll in for a chorus of cocktails or an ensemble of Cajun and Creole dishes. Have a seated lunch or dinner on our balcony or host a private party for the bead-tossing extravaganza that is Mardi Gras. — French Quarter Prohibition bourbonstreetbalconyrentals.com / 333 Urban South Brewery Bourbon St., NO, 70130 / 504-231-8519 Live music, DJs, two dance floors, and a birds-eye view from our Bourbon Street balcony. Grab the coldest beer on Bourbon for your stroll on the pedestrian promenade or stay for the entertainment. — French Quarter urbansouth.com / 1645 Tchoupitoulas St., NO, 70130 / 504-267-4852 The hottest brewery in New Orleans. We package beer for purchase in bars and restaurants around town, plus there is a vibrant tasting room open every day of the week. — Garden District/Uptown Rendezvous Tavern CASINOS Caesars New Orleans Casino caesars.com/caesars-new-orleans / 8 Canal St., NO, 70130 / 504-533-6000, 877-277-4263 World-class gaming and entertainment in a 151,400-square-foot casino, featuring 1,100 slots and 110 table games, including blackjack and poker. Caesars Sportsbook, an exclusive high-limit gaming area, Baccarat gaming area and three outdoor smoking and gaming courtyards. Dining and nightlife include: Nobu, Emeril’s Brasserie, a Celebrity Chef Food Hall, Octavia bar, and more. — Convention/Warehouse/Arts District BARS & TAVERNS Avenue Pub theavenuepub.com / 1732 St. Charles Ave., NO, 70130 / 504-586-9243 Enjoy a wide selection of beers and tasty pub fare, or host a private event upstairs with views of the historic St. Charles Avenue streetcar line from our scenic wraparound balcony. — Garden District/Uptown therendezvoustavern.com / 3101 Magazine St., NO, 70115 / 504-891-1777 The Rendezvous has never been your average dive bar. While we love sports and we love beer, we aren’t a typical sports bar either, and we are so much more than just a classic Irish Channel watering hole. We’re a part of Irish Channel history. — Garden District/Uptown The Royal Sonesta New Orleans Barrel Proof sonesta.com/royal-sonesta/la/new-orleans/royal-sonesta-new-orleans / 300 Bourbon St., NO, 70130 / 504-586-0300, 800-766-3782 Le Booze, a stylish bar in Royal Sonesta, offers a relaxed atmosphere with expertly crafted cocktails, premium spirits, and a selection of beers. It’s a great spot to unwind and enjoy drink in the heart of the French Quarter. — French Quarter barrelproofnola.com / 1201 Magazine St., NO, 70130 “ If you’re a whiskey drinker, Barrel Proof is the dark-liquor-dedicated lair you’ve been seeking. The bar touts the virtues of low-brow and high-brow with equal enthusiasm and the charmingly cavern-like space is consistently packed.” -World’s Best Bars and Liquor.com — Convention/Warehouse/Arts District COCKTAIL LOUNGES Cure curenola.com / 4905 Freret St., NO, 70115 / 504-302-2357 Cure, James Beard Foundation award-winning cocktail bar, pioneered the craft cocktail movement in New Orleans and, a decade later, continues to celebrate classic cocktails and innovative riffs on them. — Garden District/Uptown The Rusty Nail therustynail.biz / 1102 Constance St., NO, Bayou Bar bayoubarneworleans.com / 2031 St. 70130 / 504-525-5515 A true New Orleans bar with huge, beautiful patio available for all types of events. — Central Business District Charles Ave., NO, 70130 / 504-323-1500 Nestled on the ground floor of The Pontchartrain Hotel, Bayou Bar is one of the best spots to see live music in New Orleans. The wood-lined cocktail lounge and whiskey bar feature live jazz, creative cocktails, updated pub fare, and Creole-inspired dishes. — Garden District/Uptown Saddle Bar saddlebarneworleans.com / 715 Bienville St., NO, 70130 / 504-313-1113 Come saddle up and drink up at Saddle Bar, where the music is country, the barstools are saddles, and Randy the mechanical rooster is ready to ride! — French Quarter Element79 NOLA element79nola.com / 1359 St. Bernard Cornet The Tell Me Bar cornetnola.co / 700 Bourbon St., NO, 70116 thetellmebar.com / 1235 St Thomas St., NO, / 504-231-8519 Stroll in for a chorus of cocktails or an ensemble of dishes inspired by the cradle of jazz. Located on the corner of Bourbon and St. Peter, Cornet serves authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine. — French Quarter Erin Rose 70130 / 408-823-1895 Natural wine bar with private outdoor patio serving snacks, caviar, and ciders. Perfect for private parties for wine lovers, DJs, and local food vendors. The Tell Me Bar is great for groups of 12 to large groups of 150. Perfect for weddings, corporate events, and birthdays. — Garden District/Uptown Ave., NO, 70116 / 504-940-1234 New Orleans’ premier upscale lounge and nightlife destination, infusing luxury, culture, and rhythm into one unforgettable experience. Nestled in the heart of the city, our venue is a sanctuary for tastemakers and trendsetters. Element79 is where New Orleans comes alive ... elevated. — Treme Fètiche NOLA fetichenola.com / 817 St. Louis St., NO, erinrosebar.com / 811 Conti St., NO, 70112 / 504-522-3573 A French Quarter neighborhood bar known for its welcoming atmosphere, delicious Bloody Marys, famous frozen Irish Coffees, friendly bartenders, and awesome music. We are also home to the renowned Killer Poboys. — French Quarter BREWERIES & BREW PUBS NOLA Brewing and Pizza Co. nolabrewing.com / 3033 Tchoupitoulas St., NO, 70115 / 504-896-9996 A brewery, restaurant, and event venue where craft beer lovers can revel in brews from stouts to ales to sours. Enjoy New York-style pizza cooked from scratch and other house-made food. There are multiple areas for private events, including a second-floor space with an outdoor observation deck. — Garden District/Uptown 70112 Fètiche is a fetish-themed cocktail bar just steps from Bourbon Street. We offer specialty cocktails, weekly shibari and burlesque performances, three fetish-themed rooms, and Insta-worthy spots to make you feel sexy and kinky. — French Quarter High Five Rooftop Pool & Bar thebarnett.com/eat-drink / 600 Carondelet St., 9th Floor, NO, 70130 / 504-900-1180 x3049 High Five is The Barnett’s rooftop oasis open daily, weather permitting. Enjoy seasonal cocktails, shareable bites, large plates (from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.), and sweeping city views. It’s your lively escape above it all in the heart of New Orleans. — Central Business District High Grace NOLA highgracenola.com / 733 St. Peter St., NO, 70116 / 504-218-5649 High Grace NOLA is an upscale dive bar located in the heart of the French Quarter, just steps from Bourbon Street. We offer a full bar, excellent service, and a local, divey feel that will make you feel right at home. — French Quarter Hot Tin Pat O’Brien’s Bar, Inc. Port Orleans Brewing Co. hottinbar.com / 2031 St. Charles Ave., 14th portorleansbrewingco.com / 4124 patobriens.com / 718 St. Peter St., NO, 70116 / 504-525-4823 Home of the famous Hurricane drink and the ultimate entertainment venue where you can relax on the patio, mingle at the main bar, sing along in the piano lounge, or enjoy great food at Pat O’s Courtyard Restaurant. Private party facilities available. — French Quarter Tchoupitoulas St., NO, 70115 / 504-267-2332 Port Orleans creates session and experimental craft beer brewed with a New Orleans attitude. Featuring a large taproom, covered porch, expansive outdoor space, and private event spaces. — Garden District/Uptown Floor, NO, 70130 / 504-323-1500 High atop the Pontchartrain Hotel, Hot Tin is an intimate rooftop bar known for its craft cocktails and chic atmosphere. The 1940s artist-inspired space has both indoor and outdoor seating and features a stunning 270-degree view of downtown New Orleans and the Mississippi River. — Garden District/Uptown Roulaison Distilling Co. roulaison.com / 2727 S. Broad St., NO, Jolie jolie-nola.com / 324 Julia St., NO, 70125 / 504-517-4786 Award-winning craft rum distillery in the center of New Orleans. Intentionally small and designed with innovation in mind, it pushes the creative limits of rum production. Crafted using local ingredients, our products are full of robust, funky complexity. — Garden District/Uptown 70130 / 504-766-7233 Cocktail lounge with shared-plate dining. We offer an innovative cocktail program with a French-American menu in a beautiful location. — Convention/Warehouse/Arts District 82
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