Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in French Quarter

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New Orleans

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CarrolltonCentral Business DistrictFrench QuarterGarden DistrictLower Garden DistrictMid-City / City Park

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19 restaurants available nearby

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1. GW Fins

4.9

Exceptional(20671)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • French Quarter

Booked 93 times today

Experience the cuisine that has created Raving Fans of local diners & national & local food critics alike. Executive Chef Mike Nelson ensures the highest quality seafood by flying in products from around the globe & featuring only the best from local waters - both at their seasonal peak. This commitment to freshness & quality are some of the many reasons GW Fins prints its menu daily. We look forward to serving you soon so we may learn what you think.We hope our dress policy is comfortable for all. Coats & ties are not required. Slacks, dress jeans, & dress shorts are great. We require that gentlemen wear a collared shirt. T-shirts, cut off shorts, & athletic wear, including baseball caps, are not permitted. We ask gentlemen to remove their hats in the Dining Room.

2. Mr. B's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(6748)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 62 times today

Mr. B's Bistro is a vibrant bar scene, as described by multiple reviews. The bar team is frequently praised for their friendly service and the lively crowd. One reviewer noted the fun bar atmosphere, another mentioned cocktails at the bar. The ambiance is also highly rated, contributing to the lively bar scene.

A photo of Muriel's Jackson Square restaurant

3. Muriel's Jackson Square

4.7

Exceptional(10660)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 35 times today

The Bistro at Muriel’s Jackson Square offers contemporary Creole cuisine with New Orleans classics like Seafood Gumbo, Turtle soup, Shrimp & Grits and Wood Grilled Pork Chop while the Courtyard Bar is the perfect place to drop by for drinks and appetizers. The Séance Lounge is the place for a relaxed, comfortable meeting before or after dining. Comprised of two areas, The Outer Seance and The Inner Séance, the Séance also tells the story of a mystic checkered past. The Outer Séance addresses the New Orleans era of Storyville when Muriel's Jackson Square was one of the French Quarter's top bordellos! The Inner Séance is the preferred domain of the resident ghost, Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan; it's the perfect spot for an intimate conversation or a drink among its plush surroundings. The 170 foot wrap-around balcony is a splendid spot for enjoying our specialty cocktails or our extensive wine list featuring over 300 selections from around the world.

4. Palace Café

4.4

Awesome(5729)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French American • French Quarter

Booked 30 times today

For larger parties, please call (504) 523-1661.For over two decades Palace Cafe has been serving award-winning, contemporary Creole cuisine in the historic Werlein Music building. Located downtown, at the entrance to the French Quarter, this Dickie Brennan & Co. restaurant is popular with visitors & locals alike.

5. Red Fish Grill

4.5

Awesome(8689)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • French Quarter

Booked 24 times today

For twenty-five years, Red Fish Grill has celebrated the fresh, seasonal bounty of local farmers and Gulf fishers. We stand apart for our wide variety of fresh Gulf fish, expertly grilled to perfection on our signature wood-burning grill. Our vibrant, polished-casual seafood restaurant, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan, anchors the first block of Bourbon Street and delivers innovative twists on New Orleans Gulf seafood specialties like BBQ Oysters, Hickory Grilled Redfish, Alligator Sausage & Seafood Gumbo, and Double Chocolate Bread Pudding. Red Fish Grill's lively decor, expansive bar, and welcoming vibe beckon Bourbon Street revelers and serious diners alike in search of gracious hospitality and a commitment to inspired, locally sourced seafood.Diner's Choice Award - Opentable"Top Place for Seafood in the U.S." - USA Today"Best Seafood Restaurants in the U.S." - Travel + Leisure"The Best Seafood Restaurants In America" - Tasting Table

6. The Pelican Club

4.6

Exceptional(4699)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 12 times today

The Pelican Club in the French Quarter is a vibrant bar scene, known for its excellent service, delicious food, and great drinks. Customers love the cool ambience and the restaurant's ability to provide awsome cocktails and wine with speed and humor. It's described as a fantastic place with great food, service, and atmosphere. The bar area is a particular favorite, and the restaurant is recommended to anyone looking for a good vibe.

A photo of New Orleans Creole Cookery restaurant

7. New Orleans Creole Cookery

4.2

Awesome(3506)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • French Quarter

Booked 13 times today

You haven't experienced New Orleans until you've been to New Orleans Creole Cookery! Enjoy traditional local specialties including Red Beans & Rice, Jambalaya, Chargrilled Oysters, Blackened Redfish or our famous "Taste of New Orleans", with a sampling of favorites! Our Bar features 5 Hurricane Categories - hold on to your hat! Along with our signature Bacon Bloody Mary, and Bourbon Street Tea. Enjoy Happy Hour 3p-6p Monday-Friday with drink specials and bar bites.Launched by Anna Tusa of the famous New Orleans Tusa restaurant family, the New Orleans Creole Cookery boasts a spark of new-generation energy, presenting some of New Orleans’ most treasured cooking traditions in an innovative setting that speaks to the way people dine today.

A photo of Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse restaurant

8. Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(5655)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • French Quarter

Booked 24 times today

Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse in New Orleans is known for its vibrant bar scene. Customers love the relaxed setting and the excellent service provided by the bar staff. The bar area is often praised for its great ambiance and the tasty drinks. One reviewer specifically recommends having dinner in the bar area, which adds to the lively atmosphere.

9. Bourbon House

4.3

Awesome(3725)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • French Quarter

Booked 11 times today

“Arguably the best oyster bar of any white tablecloth restaurant in New Orleans” per the Times-Picayune, Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House is all about local seafood. If it’s not in season, you won’t find it on the menu. Enjoy authentic New Orleans dishes and oysters on the half-shell in a lively atmosphere overlooking Bourbon Street.Dickie Brennan and his culinary team have created an incredible menu of classic New Orleans dishes complemented by new favorites. Signature favorites include Gulf fish on the Halfshell and New Orleans style Barbeque Shrimp. Bourbon is a central focus at the bar with 200 bourbons on the list. Bourbon House is the perfect place for a specialty cocktail or a straight pour of that hard to find small-batch whiskey.

A photo of Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks restaurant

10. Chophouse New Orleans – Prime Steaks

4.8

Exceptional(5413)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Central Business District

Booked 51 times today

Named the highest rated steakhouse in New Orleans, this old-school steak restaurant is a powerhouse. The focus at Chophouse New Orleans is on its top-quality, USDA prime-only meat, from barrel cut filets to top-of-the-line cooking techniques, every detail counts. The easygoing atmosphere complements the great food and bustling, live entertainment nightly.

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Dina
Baton Rouge / Lafayette •3 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Enjoyed very much. Surprise impromptu entertainment was great!! Entrees were delicious! Server was kind and very attentive!
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Palace CaféPrice: Moderate• French American• French Quarter
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4.4
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Craig
Mississippi •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food and service was excellent. Food was creative and flavors superb. Our server was friendly and informative.
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GW FinsPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• French Quarter
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4.9
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Chris
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food, outstanding service, great ambiance
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Red Fish GrillPrice: Moderate• Seafood• French Quarter
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4.5
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Maryann
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our dinner was outstanding. Everything was perfection and so delicious. Our server Maggie was amazing and seemed to anticipate our every need. She knew the menu and was able to recommend the perfect dishes. Overall, our evening at Mr B’s Bistro was simply wonderful!
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Mr. B's BistroPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.7
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Ilianna
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
As always, the food and service at Muriel's were outstanding. This is one of our family's favorite restaurants, and certainly the best turtle soup and Sazeracs in the city. The duck is always delicious and it seemed the portion size was more generous than usual, which we appreciated!
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Muriel's Jackson SquarePrice: Very Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• French Quarter
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4.7

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