GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means ga GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means game night & takeout. 🙌🏻 Ryan and I love Gold Star & decided to mix things up and try some items other than chili. The double decker sandwich was so good 😋 plus the garlic parm fries are 💯. / ad 
You can win a $25 gift card to @goldstarchili to make dinner time easy peasy.  To enter:
Follow @goldstarchili & me.
Comment the food emoji that relates to what you’ll be ordering 🍔 🍟 🥪 & Tag a pal you’ll be sharing with.  Not associated with IG. Winner will be picked randomly on Monday 1/18. #goldstarchili #cincinnatibloggers
Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes th Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes the last week that everyone has given up their #dryjanuary resolutions because of recent events. And yes, the jokes are funny, but I also believe that alcohol just makes stress even more stressful. 🙃 so if you’re participating in dry January or just trying to cut back alcohol in 2021 then the post at my #linkinbio has some tips to keep going.
Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me r Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me remind you to refresh your professional accounts/brand. By this I mean:
• updating your resume (even if you’re not looking!)
• update your professional site (if you have one - I use @squarespace)
• update LinkedIn (update your experience & any projects you’ve led in the last year, use their featured section to highlight the work you’re most proud of, etc.)
• create a folder where you can save “wins” for the upcoming year like emails from your boss when you’ve done great work, media coverage, recap decks, etc. 
• update your headshot 😌 I shared this on stories a while back but if anyone is interested I’ll make a Reels showing how I used my iPhone & Canva to create a refreshed headshot for LinkedIn & my social accounts 
• what else have I missed? Anything you do at the start of the year to get your professional spaces/work in order?
I’ve likely shared this one before but I always I’ve likely shared this one before but I always find this message to be inspiring. I personally find the coming months to be so bleh and dreary and it really makes me feel gloomy, so I’m reminding myself how much inner strength we all have. Everything that has happened in your life this far, you’ve made it through. 😌🙌🏻 #lovethecov #happynewyear
Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 Photo taken at @kinleyh Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 
Photo taken at @kinleyhotelcincinnati because we do not have a tree this big and pretty with our two cats. 😂 swipe for more pics of their beautiful space! I hope you all have a peaceful, relaxing and joyful holiday!
Forget the milk, Santa wants a Fairy Ring cocktail Forget the milk, Santa wants a Fairy Ring cocktail to go with his cookie. 🍪🍹 ⠀
Taken at @kinleyhotelcincinnati downtown on Race Street.⠀
If you haven’t been I highly recommend for the vibes alone! But also the cocktails, desserts and customer service were 💯.⠀
The bar lounge area is decorated beautifully and was spacious so there was plenty of room for groups to safely distance from one another. ⠀
Visited The Exchange at @newportonthelevee last we Visited The Exchange at @newportonthelevee last week with Ryan and it’s so cute! 
Photo opps and lots of local businesses set up inside to safely shop. Swipe to see more of the vendors and the goodies we picked up from @andsundries! 🛍 🎄 #nky
Visited Bridgeview Box Park last night @newportont Visited Bridgeview Box Park last night @newportonthelevee. They have igloos available for small groups (with a min. spend of $100-200) and the entire Bridgeview Box Park area is covered with huge tents for some warmth. It’s worth a visit this winter season. ❄️
Happy Birthday to @ryanods 🥳 swipe to see him b Happy Birthday to @ryanods 🥳 swipe to see him being his usual goofy self! Thanks for making everything so fun. Love you! 🥰🥰
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New Orleans, Travel · February 2, 2017

New Orleans Best Bars

There is so much to see in New Orleans, especially beyond Bourbon Street. Get away from some of the tourist trap bars and see where the locals hang with my list of the Best New Orleans Bars. Cheers!

Igor’s Check Point Charlie’s
At Check Point Charlie’s you’ll find live music, cheap drinks and 24 hour food service. Plus there are arcade games, karaoke and a laundromat. It’s definitely a dive bar, but handy when you need food at 3 or 4 or 5 am.

The John
As soon as you step inside, you’ll know where the name The John comes from. There are literal toilets by the wall inside the bar. Non-functioning toilets of course, but toilets nonetheless. Any bar that uses toilets for decor is bound to be a bar where you make bad decisions. Commence if you dare. But, (pun intended?) it’s located on Frenchmen Street which is a heck of a fun street so I’d make a pit stop if you’re in the neighborhood.

Black Penny
Black Penney is co-owned by the former manager of Erin Rose (also on this list), meaning it’s a bar that is well run. What’s especially cool about this dive bar is that they are one of a few bars in the French Quarter to recycle their beer cans, and they only serve beer in cans. The selection is huge – there are 75 beers to choose from! They represent the local craft beer selection really well. I don’t know about you, but I looooove tasting local craft beer when I’m visiting new cities.

Three Legged Dog
The Three Legged Dog is rather unassuming from the outside, but don’t let that deter you. Step inside for a 24-hour bar and grill that’s welcoming for locals and tourists alike. Plus, with a 2 for 1 special EVERY day, you’re vaca money will go further here. This place is definitely a service industry bar so during the earlier hours you won’t need to fight off a crowd (which is always nice after walking through Bourbon Street) but if you head here later in the evening past 2 am you’ll be joined by a full crowd. They also regularly host crawfish boils!

Chart Room
**This place is CASH ONLY** so prepare yourself in advance to avoid any extra ATM fees. So Chart Room is regularly referred to as one of the best bars in New Orleans. That alone is reason to stop in, my friend. And – and they have one of the best jukebox selections and some great bartenders. It’s located in French Quarter on Chartres Street so it’s easy to visit when you’re exploring the neighborhood. Since it’s known as one of the best bars in NOLA, you can expect to find a heavy crowd, but regardless of how popular this place gets it never loses it’s dive bar charm.
Seriously – go here! Drink and be merry!

B Mac’s
You’ll actually find some of the same bartenders from The Chart House over at B Mac’s too considering the owners of the two bars are related. Compared to the Chart Room you’ll find B Mac’s to be slightly more “dressed up” and less divey. The jukebox is top notch and filled with a perfectly curated selection of tunes. Their is a spacious courtyard so you can enjoy fresh air while sipping on some cheap drinks. Seriously, the prices here are awesome without skimping on quality. This bar is also cash only with an ATM on-site. You’ll find NOLA Brewing beers for $3 a can and cocktails starting at $4.

Boondock Saints
Yep, it’s actually named after that cult favorite movie! It has an Irish Pub vibe with a good selection of beers on tap and, of course, a jukebox with all killer hits.

Chuck’s
This bar is known for pouring a mean drink and by that I mean their pours are like 3X what you’ll get elsewhere. Great for your wallet, not so much for your liver, but that’s clearly not a worry when you’re in New Orleans. This place is definitely a scruffy dive bar so you might not want to spend your entire evening here, but stopping in for a few cheap, strong drinks is worth it.

Sneaky Pete’s
Sneaky Pete’s is a down-to-earth sports bar with guests both local and tourists. It’s a good place if you need to catch a game while you’re in town with tons of tables and booths for your whole group. And it’s run by folks who have been in the service industry for years.

Backspace Bar
Backspace Bar’s tagline reads: At the intersection of drinking and writing. Yes – it’s a bar that satisfies your inner nerd. You’ll find inspiration on the food and drink menu from your favorite alcohol-loving authors like Hemingway, Faulkner and Mark Twain. It’s a gem in the typical dive bar scene. Plus, the food is amazing – seriously how many bars serve homemade meatloaf sandwiches?! This needs to be a thing! Stop here for a handcrafted cocktail and a hearty bite to eat.

The Jimani
The Jimani is actually part of several haunted tours in New Orleans because, sadly, a mass murder took place here in the upstairs lounge. But, don’t let that deter you. In fact, those people should be celebrated because there deaths were largely ignored at the time due to the upstairs lounge being known as a place for LGBTQ. Jimani is open 7 days a week, serving food and offering over 100 beers. That alone is reason to stop in.

Erin Rose
Erin Rose is a casual bar with locals, tourists, musicians and artists frequenting the place. It’s a half block from Bourbon Street but is no tourist trap. Plus, you’ll find Killer PoBoys serving up food in the back.

The Dungeon
The Dungeon is not for everyone and certainly not for the faint of heart nor those who can’t resist taking selfies 24/7. I say this because The Dungeon is dark and creepy and does not allow pictures. Seriously, you’ll get called out if you’re using your phone suspiciously so be careful!
Regardless, it’s worth checking out if you’re interested in a unique evening. The bar was inspired by a mysterious ghost story and is a tribute to Suleyman, a wealthy man who threw lavish parties in a nearby mansion and was maybe murdered by his own brother. I told you this place is interesting! You’ll enter the bar through a narrow corridor that leads to a lovely courtyard and a dimly lit bar. You’ll find a jukebox that plays heavy metal and lots of skull decor, plus some cages (yes, you read that right, there are multiple cages you can sit inside) and a large dance floor. Seriously, this place takes the cake for most unique bar in the Quarter.

Have you ever been to New Orleans? What bars would you add to the list?!
Check out my New Orleans Travel Guide with more restaurant, bar and sightseeing recommendations. Also see my NOLA Foodie Bucket List.

This travel guide to New Orleans' best bars takes you from Bourbon Street through the French Quarter and beyond. Consider this the ultimate New Orleans bar crawl.

In: New Orleans, Travel · Tagged: new orleans, new orleans best bars, new orleans travel guide

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Comments

  1. Nicole says

    December 6, 2017 at 11:29 pm

    You need to add the caraousel bar in the Hotel Montleone!

    Reply
  2. Denyse says

    January 21, 2018 at 4:23 pm

    Also, the Upper Quarter, off Bourbon st at Bienville and Burgundy. Locals are regulars, but very friendly and accepting of tourists. Never been to a better bar for a football game!

    Reply
    • Casey says

      January 21, 2018 at 5:42 pm

      Awesome, I’ll have to remember that one for next time!

      Reply
  3. Mary says

    March 4, 2018 at 11:09 pm

    Bar Tonique on Rampart. Carefully crafted cocktails with fresh ingredients and hand-made syrups and shrubs. Inexpensive and daily specials. Great old space!

    Reply
    • Casey says

      March 25, 2018 at 8:45 pm

      Sounds amazing! I’ll have to check it out during my next visit.

      Reply
  4. Scott says

    April 11, 2018 at 5:23 pm

    Yo Mama’s Bar and Grill on St. Peter. It’s a cool little bar that offers 98..yes 98 different types of tequila and one of the best burgers you’ll ever eat.

    Reply
    • Casey says

      April 29, 2018 at 7:49 pm

      OMG!!! I love tequila so that is going on the list for my next trip.

      Reply
  5. Michelle says

    August 3, 2018 at 1:04 pm

    Latitude 29 is my favorite but my husband and I LOVE Tiki drinks! I belive my husband I spent most of time in NOLA in this bar. The best bartenders.

    Reply
    • Casey says

      August 12, 2018 at 2:44 pm

      That place sounds like so much fun! I’m adding it my list for my next visit. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Miranda Knudtson says

    November 16, 2018 at 11:30 am

    I’m heading to NOLA in february so definitely adding these to my list! But you might want to update the post… I looked up Bon Mar Cher, and it says it’s closed, and your link for that bar’s facebook page is broken

    Reply
    • Casey says

      November 20, 2018 at 8:58 pm

      Thanks for the heads up! Will edit and I hope you love your trip!

      Reply
  7. Emma says

    November 26, 2018 at 2:05 am

    The Golden Lantern! It’s a gay bar, everyone is so nice and the drinks are dirt cheap but strong pours! We stopped on thanksgiving and they told us to eat thanksgiving dinner with them as the owner had made a huge meal for his regulars. Their bloody Mary’s are top 10 in NOLA!

    Reply
    • Casey says

      December 3, 2018 at 10:39 pm

      That is some amazing customer service! Thanks for the additional recommendation. 🙂

      Reply
  8. Alyx says

    June 3, 2019 at 9:35 pm

    Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar and Restaurant on Tchoupitoulas is nice little dive bar

    Reply

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GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means ga GIVEAWAY 😍🥳🤩 Sometimes self-care means game night & takeout. 🙌🏻 Ryan and I love Gold Star & decided to mix things up and try some items other than chili. The double decker sandwich was so good 😋 plus the garlic parm fries are 💯. / ad 
You can win a $25 gift card to @goldstarchili to make dinner time easy peasy.  To enter:
Follow @goldstarchili & me.
Comment the food emoji that relates to what you’ll be ordering 🍔 🍟 🥪 & Tag a pal you’ll be sharing with.  Not associated with IG. Winner will be picked randomly on Monday 1/18. #goldstarchili #cincinnatibloggers
Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes th Sunday self-care 😌 I have seen so many jokes the last week that everyone has given up their #dryjanuary resolutions because of recent events. And yes, the jokes are funny, but I also believe that alcohol just makes stress even more stressful. 🙃 so if you’re participating in dry January or just trying to cut back alcohol in 2021 then the post at my #linkinbio has some tips to keep going.
Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me r Happy 2021 ☺️ / If you haven’t yet, let me remind you to refresh your professional accounts/brand. By this I mean:
• updating your resume (even if you’re not looking!)
• update your professional site (if you have one - I use @squarespace)
• update LinkedIn (update your experience & any projects you’ve led in the last year, use their featured section to highlight the work you’re most proud of, etc.)
• create a folder where you can save “wins” for the upcoming year like emails from your boss when you’ve done great work, media coverage, recap decks, etc. 
• update your headshot 😌 I shared this on stories a while back but if anyone is interested I’ll make a Reels showing how I used my iPhone & Canva to create a refreshed headshot for LinkedIn & my social accounts 
• what else have I missed? Anything you do at the start of the year to get your professional spaces/work in order?
I’ve likely shared this one before but I always I’ve likely shared this one before but I always find this message to be inspiring. I personally find the coming months to be so bleh and dreary and it really makes me feel gloomy, so I’m reminding myself how much inner strength we all have. Everything that has happened in your life this far, you’ve made it through. 😌🙌🏻 #lovethecov #happynewyear
Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 Photo taken at @kinleyh Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 
Photo taken at @kinleyhotelcincinnati because we do not have a tree this big and pretty with our two cats. 😂 swipe for more pics of their beautiful space! I hope you all have a peaceful, relaxing and joyful holiday!
Forget the milk, Santa wants a Fairy Ring cocktail Forget the milk, Santa wants a Fairy Ring cocktail to go with his cookie. 🍪🍹 ⠀
Taken at @kinleyhotelcincinnati downtown on Race Street.⠀
If you haven’t been I highly recommend for the vibes alone! But also the cocktails, desserts and customer service were 💯.⠀
The bar lounge area is decorated beautifully and was spacious so there was plenty of room for groups to safely distance from one another. ⠀
Visited The Exchange at @newportonthelevee last we Visited The Exchange at @newportonthelevee last week with Ryan and it’s so cute! 
Photo opps and lots of local businesses set up inside to safely shop. Swipe to see more of the vendors and the goodies we picked up from @andsundries! 🛍 🎄 #nky
Visited Bridgeview Box Park last night @newportont Visited Bridgeview Box Park last night @newportonthelevee. They have igloos available for small groups (with a min. spend of $100-200) and the entire Bridgeview Box Park area is covered with huge tents for some warmth. It’s worth a visit this winter season. ❄️
Happy Birthday to @ryanods 🥳 swipe to see him b Happy Birthday to @ryanods 🥳 swipe to see him being his usual goofy self! Thanks for making everything so fun. Love you! 🥰🥰
One of my fave local fitness spots @barrecode_cinc One of my fave local fitness spots @barrecode_cincy has some great cyber monday deals to snag. They offer live and on-demand virtual classes as well as in-person, social distanced & masked classes.
The classic Barre strength class is great, but I really recommend trying out Brawl for a high-energy and challenging workout that’s really fun. #shopsmall #shoplocal #cincygram

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