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Bourbon House, New Orleans, LA

Bourbon House

4.2 (3706)
$30 and under
Seafood
144 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
“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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    To learn more about Dickie Brennan & Co.'s catering options, please contact Sales at 504-521-8310.
  • Private party facilities
    The second floor at Bourbon House is the perfect location for your next function with five private dining spaces. Bourbon House can accommodate parties of 10 to 200.
  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Cross street
    Iberville Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    A few short blocks away from the street car stop at Canal Street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Celebrate Special Moments with Glenfiddich!

    May 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
    Upgrade your reservation with a Welcome Glenfiddich Sherry Cask Scotch served neat upon arrival! By selecting this offer, you receive a discounted price of $16 per person - added to your final bill. ($20 retail value)

Offers

  • Join us for Happy Hour!

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    If it's not in season, it's not on our menu. Beat the heat and relax while enjoying a fun & fresh happy hour bites & drinks! Offered every weekday 2pm - 5pm. DOZEN RAW OYSTERS ~ $20 ~ $8 BITES ~ CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS with hot sauce honey, pecans & goat cheese SHRIMP & CRAB BOUDIN BALLS with smoked seafood sausage, scallions & remoulade HARVEST FLAT BREAD with pesto, local squash, cherry tomatoes & ricotta DB CHARDONNAY & CABERNET ~ 4 PROSECCO ~ 6 MUSCADET ~ 5 ~$7 COCKTAILS~ TRILLIAN STARS with Absolut Citron, sangria tea, agave & pineapple FOURTY TWO with Hendrick's gin, blueberries, lime & soda DEEP THOUGHT with Still Austin bourbon, Campari, toasted sesame Lillet DAILY BEER SPECIAL ~ 2.50

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What 3,706 people are saying

Bourbon House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bourbon House offers a vibrant atmosphere with an "excellent bourbon selection" and "delicious seafood." Guests rave about the "chargrilled oysters" and "redfish on the half shell," highlighting the "spectacular bourbon-glazed shrimp sauce." Service is often praised, with specific mentions of attentive servers like Don and Ashley. A must-visit for seafood lovers!

3,706 Reviews
  1. Michelle

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was amazing, knew about the bourbon and food. The food was amazing and atmosphere was great!
    Bourbon HouseResponded today
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience—from the bourbon and food knowledge of your server to the flavors on your plate and the atmosphere around you. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable evening! Warmly, Gerilyn & the BH Team

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  2. Chris

    New Orleans2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    High top table of 8 One meal got missed but was corrected when told Food was great Raw oysters were outstanding Server would have gotten a 5 if not for the miss
    Bourbon HouseResponded today
    Thank you for dining with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food—especially the raw oysters! We appreciate your kind words and also your understanding regarding the missed entrée. While we're glad it was resolved quickly, we always strive for a flawless experience from start to finish. Your feedback is valuable and will help us continue improving. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better visit! Warm regards, Gerilyn & the BH Team

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  3. Emily

    Seattle20 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Experience was just so-so. Not crowded at all for a 7:30 reservation- which was telling. Asked for a window seat, but was told it was reserved (although no one ever sat there while we dined). I got a salad with grilled shrimp- just ok. My husband got shrimp and grits which was very good. Cajun shrimp and crab balls were mediocre. The bourbon flight was good. The wine pour was pretty skimpy (but I can’t complain because it was cheap!)
    Bourbon HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear your husband enjoyed the shrimp and grits and that the bourbon flight hit the mark, though we're sorry the rest of your experience didn’t measure up. We do our best to honor seating requests when possible, and we apologize if your window table request felt overlooked—your comment will help us improve our communication around that. We truly appreciate your visit and hope we’ll have the chance to provide a more well-rounded and memorable experience next time. – Gerilyn & the BH Team

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  4. Karen VIP

    Fayetteville20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous dinner, with char-grilled oysters to start us off, delicious seafood entrees, and a tasty assortment of desserts. Waldasia took great care of us, and we were very grateful for her recommendations and friendly service.
    Bourbon HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous dinner, from the char-grilled oysters to the seafood entrees and desserts. Waldasia is a gem, and we’re so glad her warm hospitality and thoughtful recommendations helped make your evening special. Your recognition means the world, and we’ll be sure to share your praise with her. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Warm regards, Gerilyn & the BH Team

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  5. Juliet

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always, I continue to come here every visit!The service was excellent 🙌🏼
    Bourbon HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for the continued support and kind words! We're thrilled to be part of your visits to New Orleans, and it means the world to us that you keep coming back. We'll be sure to pass along the praise to our team—your excellent service experience is exactly what we strive for! – Gerilyn & the BH Team

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  6. Mary

    Dallas1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived a little early (6:30. for a 7pm reservation). we were seated soon after at a very small table for two. It was really too small and awkward when various food items were served. There were plenty of 4 tops available at the time. Our service was okay. I think communication was the problem. We ordered a dozen oysters to start and two drinks, one a dirty martini, which was too dirty. Wanted a gin martini, but gin options were very limited, so opted for vodka.We delayed ordering our entrée until we were through with the oysters. Later, our server stopped by and commented on what we both thought was how good the bread was. There was a very long time before she came by again and asked if we wanted dessert? We informed her we wanted to order our entrée. No apologies were given. We chose the Bourbon House because of our last visit several years ago. Overall, it was a very nice restaurant, but it could use a little more attention to detail.
    Bourbon HouseResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience didn’t match the memories that brought you back. We apologize for the table comfort, the service delays, and the communication breakdown. Your comments are being shared with our team as we work to strengthen the details that matter most to our guests. We’re grateful you chose to return to Bourbon House, and we hope for the chance to welcome you back for a much smoother, more memorable visit. Warm regards, Gerilyn & the BH Team

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  7. Mike

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. We had a party of7 for a birthday and they had a balloon and card signed by the staff for the birthday girl. The food was brought out quickly and everything tasted great. Prices were perfect. Our waitress was very attentive and did a wonderful job. We will be back.
    Bourbon HouseResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much for celebrating with us! We’re thrilled to hear that your birthday gathering was such a success. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the food, the service, and the little touches we added to make the day extra special. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience! – Gerilyn & the BH Team

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  8. Susan

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal and perfect service - oysters were delicious!
    Bourbon HouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the oysters and had a wonderful experience with us. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another perfect meal. Warmly, Gerilyn & the BH Team

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  9. Andrew

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal that we had in our stay here. Our server, Terrence, was very knowledgeable of the menu and made great recommendations. The charbroiled oysters were amazing and had great flavor. Great appetizer! Shrimp and grits and the alligator and crawfish as main courses can’t be beat. Try out the Bourbon House, you won’t be disappointed.
    Bourbon HouseResponded on April 24, 2025
    Thank you so much for dining with us and for sharing such kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your meal at Bourbon House was the highlight of your stay—what a compliment! The charbroiled oysters are a classic favorite, and it sounds like Terrence hit the mark with his recommendations. He truly shines when it comes to delivering warm, attentive service and guiding our guests through the best of our menu. We'll be sure to pass along your praise—he’ll be so proud to know he helped make your visit special. We can’t wait to welcome you back the next time you’re in town! Warmly, Gerilyn & the BH Team

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  10. Leslie

    New Orleans2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Being local we never tried your establishment until Easter Sunday, wow what a wonderful experience. We will definitely be back!
    Bourbon HouseResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for spending your Easter Sunday with us—and for giving Bourbon House a try! We're thrilled to hear that your first visit was such a wonderful experience. It means the world when our local neighbors discover us and leave feeling excited to return. We can't wait to welcome you back for more Louisiana flavors and Southern hospitality! Cheers! -Gerilyn & the BH Team

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FAQs

Bourbon House does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bourbon House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 522-0111.

Bourbon House is rated 4.2 stars by 3706 OpenTable diners.

Bourbon House does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. New Orleans / Louisiana
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  5. French Quarter

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bourbon House

144 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Iberville Street
  • Neighborhood
    French Quarter
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    A few short blocks away from the street car stop at Canal Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    To learn more about Dickie Brennan & Co.'s catering options, please contact Sales at 504-521-8310.
  • Private party facilities
    The second floor at Bourbon House is the perfect location for your next function with five private dining spaces. Bourbon House can accommodate parties of 10 to 200.
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