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Tropical Isle
Bar and Music Venue$$$$
French Quarter, New Orleans
"Must get a hand grenade - Preston, Real World: New Orleans"(48 Tips)
"Must haves: hand grenades and shark attacks!"(10 Tips)
"Get the grenade!"(8 Tips)
"Hand granade is great!! Amazing music"(2 Tips)
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Erik RowleyFebruary 2, 2015Home of the infamous hand grenade. I've heard rumor that it's left over liquor mixed into a slushy but who knows for sure. Also the bathrooms here are awesome, love the jungle theme and sounds lol.
Gabriel HayesSeptember 22, 2015A hand grenade here is a must do when in New Orleans. So tasty but very strong. Definitely need to pace them.
_May 14, 2015Known for their hand grenades. Not strong, but it will sneak up on you if you had one too many. There are tons of Tropical Isle down bourbon street. Worth trying.
Money ScottFebruary 14, 2014Love this place the Bartenders and entertainment are cool as F)@$&k. Shout out to Tim and Dave behind the bar and Debie and the Deacons on stage.
Steph KatrinaFebruary 21, 2016Balcony is great for people watching. The hand grenades are my fav bourbon street beverage
Laur Lo SkiFebruary 17, 2015Great balcony and hand grenades here! Hung out for a few hours just watching all the crazies on bourbon!
Team CocoNovember 11, 2011"They tell me that this is the home of New Orleans' most powerful drink, the "Hand Grenade". Really though - is there any drink more "powerful" than straight prune juice?" - Conan O'Brien
Ben K.November 21, 2016Home of the hand grenade. Tastes like radioactive waste, but it gets you drunk!
Ryan NixonNovember 20, 2016Classic hand grenades, they also have a "skinny" version with fewer calories and the same flavor!
Anamaria HernandezNovember 19, 2015Get a Hand Grenade. It's pure liquor. Also get a Shark Attack - you'll be entertained!
James RykenAugust 31, 2014Just go with the Hand Grenade. Get 1 - awesome. Get 2 - even better. Get 3 - bad move.
Juan DiazApril 9, 2014The Hand Grenade is an awesome drink, the Shark Attack is second and oh yeah friendly staff!!!
Hand grenade, on the rocks. Go next door to the Funky Pirate for good music.
Susan CarrDecember 31, 2012I had one hand grenade in over a year...I couldn't breathe after finishing it. Water is recommended after finishing a hand grenade...or just go lay down.
Kirti DNovember 7, 2015You can't go to Tropical Isle & not get their signature drink, the Hand Grenade. Go upstairs, get your drink, & throw beads at the debauchery on Bourbon Street!
- Even after living in the area, locals and myself appreciate the hand grenade for its debauchery and timelessness. Don't bypass it. It's a Nola staple
Make sure to see Rhythm & Rain trio on sat, sun, & mon from 5-9 ... They rock! :)
Tammy SchreckAugust 12, 2011Get the regular hand grenade for $5, the one in the yard dog costs more and has less product!
Bachelor10May 13, 2011One Hand Grenade and you start the party right. Two and you are more than loose. Three and all bets are off. Read more
Fred GeigerApril 21, 2013Do not underestimate the power of a hand grenade, trust me on this. They taste like there's hardly any liquor in it, but drink 3 and your head will not be same in the morning. Bad hangover, worth it
Christine PooleMarch 17, 2012HAND GRENADES!!!Warning: DO NOT DRINK 5 of them... I know from experience!!!
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Home of the Hand Grenade, New Orleans most powerful drink! One of the ONLY places you can purchase an official Hand Grenade on Bourbon St. Live music 7 days a week. 2nd floor balcony overlooking Bourbon St.
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Open until 3:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- Noon–2:00 AM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–3:00 AM
(504) 529-4109
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Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
TouchTunes Jukebox
Yes
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Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 7.5
"Hand grenades and live music!! Super friendly staff and great location!!"
Chelsea Ruth - 7.0
"Really nice people. Great live band"
Nikki Johnson - 6.6
"Great bar!! We had a great time, the drinks were delicious and they have some pretty awesome bar food. Not to mention the three musicians were unbelievably talented and entertaining."
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- 8.1
"The best hurricane! Deceptively strong. Chicken and andouille gumbo was yum! :)"
Vivian E - 8.7
"I love this place when the sun is down and the piano is playing. The purple stuff will catch up with you quick. It's a great getaway from Bourbon Street while still being on Bourbon Street."
Latham Brunson - 8.0
"Go there for 3 for 1 Happy Hour daily till 8pm!I love it!Lot's of Fun every time we go to New Orleans."
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