Taverns go right to the heart of the nightlife experience. Upscale or low-rent, French Quarter taverns are full of colorful characters.
Abbey
1123 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 504-523-7150
Local bar serving cocktails since 1932. Late night into early morning dive bar on lower Decatur Street. Open 24 hours.
Alibi
811 Iberville Street New Orleans, LA 70112 504-522-9187
The best excuse for staying out late, The Alibi! Late-night food and 150 brands of beer make this a prime spot for service industry types after a long night of waiting on others. Always a sure bet for one of the best hamburgers in New Orleans!
Aunt Tiki's
1207 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 504-680-8454
Another of so many late night hole-in-the-wall hangouts, Aunt Tiki's is always open and ready to serve.
Chart Room
300 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70130 504-522-1708
Cozy and casual spot enjoyed by both locals and tourists.
Fahy's Irish Pub
540 Burgundy Street New Orleans, LA 70112 504-586-9806
Casual and comfortable corner pub favored by locals.
Flanagan's Pub
625 St. Philip Street New Orleans, LA 70116 504-598-9002
An Irish pub located just far enough from the more raucous side of the Quarter. Food and spirits.
Gold Mine Saloon
701 Dauphine Street New Orleans, LA 70116 504-586-0745
Dance, party and play at the Gold Mine Saloon in the heart of the French Quarter, a New Orleans tradition you don't want to miss. Home of the flaming shots.
Harry's Corner
900 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70116 504-524-1107
Comfortable neighborhood bar a block off Jackson Square.
Jimani
141 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70130 504-524-0493
Dark late-night stop for burgers and other tasty bar fare.
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop
941 Bourbon Street New Orleans, LA 70116 504-523-0066
Established sometime before 1772, this famous bar is known for the famous pirate Jean Lafitte and there are many myths and legends surrounding the skallywag's "business" dealings here. Come in and have a drink surrounded in fascinating history...and keep an eye out for a few visitors from the other side - as it is reported to be very haunted.
M.R.B.
515 St. Philip Street New Orleans, LA 70116 504-524-2558
Also known as Mississippi River Bottom, this tavern features pool tables and a back patio.
Molly's at the Market
1107 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA 70116 504-525-5169
