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New Orleans Bars
Pat O'Brien's is one of New Orleans Bars.

1. Pat O'Brien's

8.2
718 Saint Peter St (at Bourbon St.), New Orleans, LA
Piano Bar · French Quarter · 533 tips and reviews

Allan S.Allan Seale: Be sure to turn your glass in at the bar for $3 back...they servers usually "forget" to mention this to you.

2. Pat O'Brien's

8.2
718 Saint Peter St (at Bourbon St.), New Orleans, LA
Piano Bar · French Quarter · 533 tips and reviews

Allan S.Allan Seale: Try a Category 5 Margarita!

The Tequila House is one of New Orleans Bars.

3. The Tequila House

6.9
419 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
Bar · French Quarter · 45 tips and reviews

NadiaNadia: Try the Hussongs tequila. By far the best tasting water ever.....Seriously!!! It's amazing!!!

Harry's Corner is one of New Orleans Bars.

4. Harry's Corner

7.5
900 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA
Dive Bar · French Quarter · 19 tips and reviews
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar is one of New Orleans Bars.

5. Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

8.7
941 Bourbon St (at St Philip St), New Orleans, LA
Dive Bar · French Quarter · 381 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Gambit's Top Bars 2012 - The Bourbon St. Gauntlet Read more.

Vaughan's Lounge is one of New Orleans Bars.

6. Vaughan's Lounge

7.9
800 Lesseps St (at Dauphine St), New Orleans, LA
Bar · Bywater · 36 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Gambit's Top Bars 2012 - Neighborhood Bars Read more.

Old Absinthe House is one of New Orleans Bars.

7. Old Absinthe House

7.9
240 Bourbon St (at Bienville St), New Orleans, LA
Dive Bar · French Quarter · 111 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: For almost 200 years this bar has been a staple of life in the French Quarter. Visitors can sip their favorite beverages as the sights & sounds of the French Quarter trickle into this comfy tavern.

Crescent City Brewhouse is one of New Orleans Bars.

8. Crescent City Brewhouse

7.7
527 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA
Brewery · French Quarter · 128 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Gambit's Top Bars 2012 - Beer Emporiums Read more.

Masquerade is one of New Orleans Bars.

9. Masquerade

6.9
8 Canal St (inside Harrah's), New Orleans, LA
Night Club · Central Business District · 7 tips and reviews
Maison is one of New Orleans Bars.

10. Maison

8.9
508 Frenchmen St (btwn Decatur & Chartres St), New Orleans, LA
Jazz and Blues Venue · Marigny · 92 tips and reviews

OffBeat MagazineOffBeat Magazine: Sweet spot on Frenchmen... jazz in the front, party in the back... improved sound system, upstairs renovation, and new dining layout.

Blue Nile is one of New Orleans Bars.

11. Blue Nile

8.4
532 Frenchmen St (btwn Decatur St & Chartres St), New Orleans, LA
Rock Club · Marigny · 68 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Tuesdays Open Ears music series is hosted in Blue Nile's upstairs space. The free weekly show features avant-garde, often improvised, sets from musicians. All donations go to the Artists. Read more.

BMC Jazz Club is one of New Orleans Bars.

12. BMC Jazz Club

9.3
1331 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA
Bar · French Quarter · 38 tips and reviews
Ye Old Original Dungeon is one of New Orleans Bars.

13. Ye Old Original Dungeon

738 Toulouse St (near Bourbon Street), New Orleans, LA
Dive Bar · French Quarter · 38 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Gambit's Top Bars 2012 - The Bourbon Street Gauntlet Read more.

Cat's Meow is one of New Orleans Bars.

14. Cat's Meow

8.1
701 Bourbon St (at St. Peter St.), New Orleans, LA
Karaoke Bar · French Quarter · 93 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Gambit's Best of New Orleans Readers' Poll 2011 Winner: Best Place for Karaoke Read more.

Tropical Isle Original is one of New Orleans Bars.

15. Tropical Isle Original

7.6
600 Bourbon St (at Toulouse), New Orleans, LA
Bar · French Quarter · 109 tips and reviews

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Boondock Saint is one of New Orleans Bars.

16. Boondock Saint

8.3
731 Saint Peter St (btw Bourbon and Royal St), New Orleans, LA
Bar · French Quarter · 29 tips and reviews

Terry S.Terry St. Germain: Great local Irish pub. Owned by two police officers but not a typical cop bar. Very friendly and right across the street from Pat O's.

Bourbon Heat is one of New Orleans Bars.

17. Bourbon Heat

7.4
711 Bourbon Street (btwn St Peter & Orleans), New Orleans, LA
Arts and Entertainment · French Quarter · 51 tips and reviews
Oz New Orleans is one of New Orleans Bars.

18. Oz New Orleans

7.9
800 Bourbon St (at St Ann St), New Orleans, LA
Gay Bar · French Quarter · 36 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Gambit's Best of New Orleans Readers' Poll 2011 Winner: Best Gay Bar Read more.

Molly's at the Market is one of New Orleans Bars.

19. Molly's at the Market

7.9
1107 Decatur St (btwn Ursulines Ave & Governor Nicholls St), New Orleans, LA
Dive Bar · French Quarter · 98 tips and reviews

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Yo Mama's Bar & Grill is one of New Orleans Bars.

20. Yo Mama's Bar & Grill

727 Saint Peter St (2nd Floor Bar), New Orleans, LA
Bar · French Quarter · 138 tips and reviews

Allan S.Allan Seale: You MUST try the Peanut Butter Bacon Burger with a Loaded Baked Potato. Amazing!

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar is one of New Orleans Bars.

21. House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

9.0
225 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA
Music Venue · French Quarter · 104 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: 3 FREE weekly events- Wednesdays: the Parish, singer/songwriter showcases 7-9 p.m. Fridays: Voodoo Garden, music happy hour 5-8 p.m. Sundays: Backyard Blues party, 3-6 p.m. $3 mimosa & $5 bloody mary Read more.

One Eyed Jacks is one of New Orleans Bars.

22. One Eyed Jacks

615 Toulouse St (at Royal), New Orleans, LA
Rock Club · French Quarter · 30 tips and reviews
Maple Leaf Bar is one of New Orleans Bars.

23. Maple Leaf Bar

8.1
8316 Oak St (at Dante St.), New Orleans, LA
Bar · Uptown - Carrollton · 70 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Gambit's Top Bars 2012 : Live Music Bars Read more.

701 Bar & Restaurant is one of New Orleans Bars.

24. 701 Bar & Restaurant

701 Tchoupitoulas St (at Girod St), New Orleans, LA
Bar · Central Business District · 117 tips and reviews

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d.b.a. is one of New Orleans Bars.

25. d.b.a.

8.8
618 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA
Jazz and Blues Venue · Marigny · 134 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Gambit's Best of New Orleans Readers' Poll 2011 Winner: Best Bar for Nonsmokers Read more.

Check Point Charlie is one of New Orleans Bars.

26. Check Point Charlie

7.4
501 Esplanade Ave (at Frenchmen St.), New Orleans, LA
Dive Bar · Marigny · 25 tips and reviews

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The Carousel Bar & Lounge is one of New Orleans Bars.

27. The Carousel Bar & Lounge

8.8
214 Royal St (in Hotel Monteleone), New Orleans, LA
Hotel Bar · French Quarter · 273 tips and reviews

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Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro is one of New Orleans Bars.

28. Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro

8.4
626 Frenchmen St (Royal St.), New Orleans, LA
Jazz and Blues Venue · Marigny · 61 tips and reviews

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Home of the longtime signature drink, the Monsoon, a rum punch with a house mix of juices served in a big cup. It'll keep you snug. Read more.

The Spotted Cat Music Club is one of New Orleans Bars.

29. The Spotted Cat Music Club

9.2
623 Frenchmen St (Royal Street), New Orleans, LA
Jazz and Blues Venue · Marigny · 196 tips and reviews

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Listen to the city's best jazz, blues, and zydeco while sucking down an Abita Amber. Read more.

Avenue Pub is one of New Orleans Bars.

30. Avenue Pub

8.9
1732 Saint Charles Ave (at Polymnia St), New Orleans, LA
Pub · Central City - Garden · 132 tips and reviews

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Bourbon Pub & Parade is one of New Orleans Bars.

31. Bourbon Pub & Parade

8.4
801 Bourbon St (at St. Ann), New Orleans, LA
Gay Bar · French Quarter · 62 tips and reviews
Dragon's Den is one of New Orleans Bars.

32. Dragon's Den

7.0
435 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA
Night Club · Marigny · 25 tips and reviews
Channing Tatum's Saints & Sinners is one of New Orleans Bars.

33. Channing Tatum's Saints & Sinners

627 Bourbon St (btwn St Peter & Toulouse), New Orleans, LA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · French Quarter · 46 tips and reviews
Howlin' Wolf Den is one of New Orleans Bars.

34. Howlin' Wolf Den

7.7
925 S. Peters, New Orleans, LA
American Restaurant · Lower Garden District · 23 tips and reviews
Mimi's in the Marigny is one of New Orleans Bars.

35. Mimi's in the Marigny

2601 Royal St (at Franklin Ave), New Orleans, LA
Tapas Restaurant · Bywater · 76 tips and reviews
Napoleon's Itch is one of New Orleans Bars.

36. Napoleon's Itch

6.7
734 Bourbon Street (at St. Ann), New Orleans, LA
Gay Bar · French Quarter · 25 tips and reviews
Funky Pirate is one of New Orleans Bars.

37. Funky Pirate

7.3
727 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
Bar · French Quarter · 26 tips and reviews
The Jazz Playhouse is one of New Orleans Bars.

38. The Jazz Playhouse

8.1
300 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
Jazz and Blues Venue · French Quarter · 53 tips and reviews