2. Bourbon "O"
7.7
717 Orleans Ave (Bourbon St.), New Orleans, LA
Cocktail Bar · French Quarter · 41 tips and reviews
Lorenzo: Proper cocktails made here - a rarity for Bourbon street. Avoid the nonsense, come here, ask for Steven as a bartender, and get a fantastic mixed drink.
Chris DevOpsVoodoo Hales: Lynn makes the ginger beer here so its fresh and has bite. A dark & stormy or a Mosko mule is a must!
Billy Mitchell: Whatever you do, don't ask Terry about Decadence weekend!
3. Chart Room
7.6
300 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA
Dive Bar · French Quarter · 75 tips and reviews
Zach Aarons: The Chart Room is a locals only dive bar in the middle of the French Quarter. Go for an Abita Amber but not for the mixed drinks. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.
Jan-Erik Samuelsen: Cheap drinks and a really relaxed atmosphere. I would recommend going in the evening, and sitting along the street. The bartenders were super friendly!
Esquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. With its super-cheap beers, even cheaper shots, it's an oasis of sanity in the French Quarter. Read more.
Dan Kettelson: I have been eating here for 15 plus years. On this trip had 10 people that ate 8 apps, 10 dinners, lots of beer and mixed drinks total bill $550 including tip. Great value in the quarter.
Josh Folk: I triple that. The black and red mixed beer is worth a visit for beer lovers.
Karina Freire: Try the Créme Brulé - Depois da tempestade, a bonança. #cremebrule
8. Old U.S. Mint
7.4
400 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA
History Museum · French Quarter · 22 tips and reviews
HISTORY: Opened in 1838, The New Orleans Mint is currently the oldest surviving structure to have served as a U.S. Mint. Since 1981 it has served as a branch of the Louisiana State Museum.
Bryan Davis: Cheek out the live music venue upstairs. Local legends hold court here during the day.
Craig Howat: Enjoy the live local music of the Park Rangers from the New Orleans National Historical Park!