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Sazerac Bar

Cocktail Bar and Hotel Bar$$$$

Central Business District, New Orleans

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Sazerac Bar

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Ranked #1 for cocktail bars in New Orleans
Has a stamp of approval from Serious Eats and Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
"Come here for the Ramos Gin Fizz! so refreshing and yummy"(27 Tips)
"As you would imagine, they serve the best Sazerac in New Orleans."(38 Tips)
"Excellent specialty drinks, especially the Southern Gentleman."(4 Tips)
"deliberate bar tenders and well crafted house cocktail menu"(3 Tips)

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Fodor's TravelJanuary 28, 2016
The Sazerac Bar claims to serve the only authentic Ramos Gin Fizz in town. It was apparently Governor Huey P. Long’s favorite drink. Read more
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Randall ThomasOctober 4, 2011
Great place for a classic Whisky cocktail - next time you order a manhattan, go for "dry" or "perfect" - subs/cuts the sweet vermouth with dry vermouth instead. A completely different cocktail.
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Brad GrahamNovember 23, 2013
Tony and Davis Rogan enjoy a few signature cocktails and an ambience that harkens to an older time. Named after the world’s first mixed drink, Sazerac has as much history and lore as its namesake.
Ryan EugeneNovember 12, 2018
Renowned historical bar inside the Roosevelt Hotel. Open since the 1930s, The Sazerac is now The Official Cocktail of New Orleans, and this is the best place to try it. My fave is The Ramos Gin Fizz.
Nicole CheramieNovember 9, 2018
Pay homage to this bar's namesake with a toast to what many believe is the first cocktail in America. This bar inside the Roosevelt Hotel has an elegant upscale vibe perfect for a date night spot.
KT FloridaJuly 28, 2015
This bar shattered a 100 year old males only custom back in1949 by allowing women. Get a Sazerac or Ramos gin fizz!
Dave SawyerMarch 8, 2015
One word. Classy. One of the best Old Fashioned's I've ever had. Dress up. Bring a date. Step back in time a little.
Kevin SkobacDecember 30, 2014
Very knowledgeable & deliberate bar tenders and well crafted house cocktail menu make this a great spot for a high end drink
_May 14, 2015
Love this classy ambiance! Great drinks. Preferred the 1840 sazerac over the original.
AlyssaNovember 22, 2015
Classic New Orleans bar. Excellent cocktails, beautiful location and lots of history. Definitely worth stopping by during your visit to New Orleans.
Greg SchulerFebruary 3, 2017
A solid stop for a Sazerac (of course) or a Ramos Gin Fizz. Inside the beautiful Roosevelt Hotel.
Kim DruschJune 14, 2013
Excellent destination: handcrafted cocktails and a knowledgeable bartender. We especially enjoyed the Blood Orange Sunset the Southern Gentleman and the Texas Mule. It's an experience not just a bar.
Catherine ASeptember 9, 2016
The gin fizz is amazing. It's creamy without having any milk in it. And very easy to drink!
Gerald WilsonAugust 23, 2022
Beautiful, beautiful bar. Step back in time. Great, though expensive, drinks particularly the Ramos Gin Fizz, Sazerac and Pimms Cup.
Tisha CiureaFebruary 14, 2018
Classic New Orleans cocktails in a lovely upscale environment. Ramos Gin Fizz is my go to , like drinking a lemon pie.
William HJune 10, 2013
Ramos Gin Fizz is a must. Classic bar with beautiful hotel. Artwork is dated and fairly inappropriate for modern day. Drinks are spot on.
Neli ParchikMarch 21, 2015
Even though the Sazerac is New Orleans' official cocktail, I wouldn't say it was my favorite - but they do make some awesome Bellini-s 👍
Ben K.November 21, 2016
Home of the namesake cocktail, in a lovely, Art Deco designed space. The gin fizz is great too.
Steph SchneiderFebruary 8, 2017
Go. Get the sazarac! Read about the amazing history. The murals are awesome and original. Speakeasy feel.
Anthony BuchananOctober 13, 2019
Excellent tour of the history of Sazerac and similar drinks. All with tasty samples of course.
Jarrod KlawinskyDecember 15, 2016
If the Roosevelt Hotel didn't empress you then Sazerac will, Art Deco interiors and hands down the best Gin Fiz's in the world.
Ange MDecember 14, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Yes, the gin fizz is great. Try the Hot Buttered Rum in winter, though! It's like liquid Christmas. Not too sweet, not too strong...just PERFECT!
Anna WardNovember 1, 2015
I know you'll want a sazerac, but try a gin fizz. Tangy and sweet and artfully made. Like a soufflé in a glass!
Istria L.September 6, 2015
Have to say, though pre made syrup and all that, the ramos gin fizz is magnificent
Michelin Travel & LifestyleDecember 2, 2013
This historic bar specializes in classics like a Gin Fizz or, of course, a Sazarac. There's plenty of Scotch, too. – Green Guide Editor
Michelin Travel & LifestyleMarch 29, 2012
At the Sazerac Bar inside the Roosevelt Hotel, order a potent sazerac or a more refreshing Ramos Gin Fizz. -Travel Editor
Rob RebelAugust 9, 2015
Birthplace of the cocktail. Get the Sazerac...You owe it to the cocktail gods.
eric bornemannNovember 25, 2020
Wonder what kind of drink the serve here... it’s delicious and a good way to use your Hilton Honors credit.
Sannidhi 🐾January 6, 2019
Just get the Sazerac. Bubbly lady and other signature cocktails after that.
Marc CDecember 5, 2017
A little fancier than I expected, but worth it for the history and the Sazarac cocktail
Brendan MJanuary 16, 2016
Great old cocktail lounge feel w excellent cocktails nestled in the beautiful Roosevelt hotel
Paula CaudillMay 29, 2013
Old fashioned was nice, but the Ramos Gin Fizz is the best I've had this NOLA trip.
Moe DexlerMay 29, 2016
Cool old bar in here where important people like presidents and governors got together to discuss strategy and women.
Aashima RattiJuly 11, 2018
Classic New Orleans bar. There’s plenty to try apart from the sazarac!
Anthony BuchananOctober 13, 2019
Visiting is free and you can reserve a time slot online. The tour lasts about an hour.
WJ MerrittAugust 11, 2014
Excellent specialty drinks, especially the Southern Gentleman.
Brendan RastetterAugust 15, 2014
As you would imagine, they serve the best Sazerac in New Orleans. Boucherie's is a close second.
Mallary SNovember 9, 2018
Classic bar with lots of wood; comfy, romantic. Thankfully, there's no TV!!
Allison KasicNovember 14, 2016
A rare bar that makes a proper gin fizz.
R.J.August 8, 2014
Quality drinks. Try the Sazerac, Southern Gentleman, and Ramos Gin Fizz.
Serious EatsJanuary 16, 2013
A cozy and ritzy spot for a classic Sazerac cocktail.
Sarah NixonNovember 29, 2016
Definitely worth going to, even if it's just to experience the history of the place.
Gerald WilsonSeptember 10, 2022
Classy, beautiful cocktail bar. So much history and heritage.
RobMay 23, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Cocktails are great, but don't overlook the strong bourbon and American whiskey selections
Gerald WilsonAugust 30, 2022
Beautifully crafted cocktails in a classic New Orleans setting
Juieta ChowdhuryJune 1, 2015
Get the Ramos Gin Fizz - will not disappoint
Alan BMarch 13, 2013
Great vibe and delicious Sazarac! Worth a visit during your time in NOLA!
c0uPApril 17, 2016
Get a flip! Specifically the Laphroig, Glenfiddich, blood orange brandy one!
IrinaMarch 30, 2016
Sazerac is really good though bartenders should be so tired of making it 😅
Find. Eat. Drink.July 5, 2011
In spite of its history, this is not the best place to taste the classics, but worth seeing the 1930’s WPA-era murals by artist Paul Nina.

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