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Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro
If you want to make a night out of listening to jazz in a comfortable atmosphere while sipping a drink, Snug Harbor, located on Frenchmen Street is the...
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High ceilings, rich brown paneling, and a long, sleek bar adorn this attractive space, housed in an old Marigny building. The bar menu is extensive and the...
Fritzel's
Everyone "old and young, from far and near" feels welcome at this cozy German-style beer hall. Patrons, seated near the fireplace or on the patio, puff...
Preservation Hall
Preservation Hall is a historical jazz venue located on St. Peter Street steps away from Bourbon in the French Quarter. Admission is $25 for standing room,...
House of Blues
The House of Blues in New Orleans is unlike any other venue that shares its name. Opened in 1994 in the French Quarter, this historic blues house offers...
Monteleone Hotel Carousel Bar
The Carousel Bar is an infamous stopping point in the revered Monteleone Hotel on Royal Street in the French Quarter. Built in 1949 and renovated in 2011,...
Tipitina's
Tipitina's began as a neighborhood juke joint in 1977, opened by a group of young music fans (The Fabulous Fo'teen) to provide a place for Professor...
Chickie Wah Wah
This chill venue situated on the Canal Street streetcar line is a locals' fave thanks to its eclectic line up and grown-up vibe. Not too many tourists find...
The Spotted Cat
While local musicians entertain, patrons chill on comfy couches and sip cocktails at this popular Marigny lounge. The relaxed setting appeals to a mature...
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Madame VIc's: "There are six en suite rooms upstairs if you want to be really close to the action, with a three night minimum on weekends."
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Copper Vine: "Happy hour is a great deal here, served 2-6 pm Monday to Friday with special drink prices and nibbles like bacon wrapped dates for $5."
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The Country Club: "Drag brunch on Saturdays and Sundays is a hoot, with the crowd usually dominated by gaggles of lively bachelorette parties."