Bars & breweries in New Orleans: 10 local spots
A guide to 10 bars and breweries in New Orleans, covering whiskey lists, tiki drinks, frozen daiquiris, live jazz, bowling and private events.
10 local businesses · Updated November 2026 · From Our Local Spotlight
Bars and breweries in New Orleans vary widely, from seated tiki bars and large whiskey lists to bowling, drag shows, live music and poolside afternoons. Many listings note age rules, and some are 21 and over only, so check before planning a group visit. Hours also differ, with some places opening at 10 AM and others not until late afternoon. When choosing, look at whether a place takes reservations or walk-ins, since listings note both. If you are planning a party, ask about private event space and any service charges. Confirm current hours before you go.
1
Barrel Proof Nola
Bar New Orleans, LABarrel Proof Nola is a whiskey and cocktail bar on Magazine Street with more than 500 bottles from the US and abroad. Its daily happy hour, from 4 to 6 pm, features mini margaritas and Old Fashioneds.
2
Beachbum Berry’s Latitude 29
Bar New Orleans, LABeachbum Berry’s Latitude 29 is a seated tiki bar on North Peters Street, serving classic drinks like the Navy Grog, Mai Tai and Zombie alongside Asian-inspired small plates such as bao buns and crab pad thai.
3
Big Easy Daiquiris
Bar New Orleans, LABig Easy Daiquiris offers more than 15 frozen daiquiri selections, including the Hurricane and a Pina Colada made with 151 rum. Its Decatur Street location is one of four French Quarter spots and opens at 10 AM daily.
4
Bourbon Pub & Parade
Bar at St. Ann New Orleans, LABourbon Pub & Parade is a 21-plus bar on Bourbon Street known for drag shows and themed nights. It hosts a weekly Sunday evening show and special events tied to festivals such as French Quarter Festival, Southern Decadence and Mardi Gras.
5
Crescent City Brewhouse
Bar New Orleans, LACrescent City Brewhouse is a French Quarter microbrewery on Decatur Street with a 17-barrel brewing system on site. Its beer flights cover all six house beers, including a Pilsner brewed under German purity laws, and live jazz plays nightly.
6
Favela Chic
Bar New Orleans, LAFavela Chic is a bar, restaurant and music venue on Frenchmen Street focused on Latin rhythms and tropical drinks. Caipirinhas are the signature order, and the kitchen serves tacos and pizza late into the night.
7
Fulton Alley
Bar New Orleans, LAFulton Alley is a boutique bowling venue with vintage-modern decor, a game parlor and a bourbon bar. Its shareable plates include boudin egg rolls and crawfish mac and cheese, and a bourbon praline pecan parfait is served for dessert.
8
Napoleon House
Bar New Orleans, LANapoleon House is a French Quarter bar operating since 1914, known for its muffuletta and Pimm's Cup. The sandwich is built with cured meats, cheese and tangy olive salad on sesame-crusted Italian bread, all made in house.
9
Revel Cafe and Bar
Bar New Orleans, LARevel Cafe and Bar in Mid-City is known for burgers and classic cocktails. NOLA.com named it the winner of its burger vote in New Orleans, and it opened during Mardi Gras in 2016 at 133 North Carrollton Avenue.
10
Sunnies
Bar New Orleans, LASunnies is a poolside spot combining a temperature-controlled saltwater pool with a restaurant and bar. The pool is open daily from 10 AM to 10 PM, guests must be 21 or older to swim, and towel service and an outdoor lounge are on site.
Details come from each business’s own listing in New Orleans Local Directory. Businesses don’t pay to be in our guides.