50 Best Cocktail Bars near Harahan

“Another great meal at Boulevard in Harahan! Our waiter Andrew was wonderful and the food - excellent as usual.“

“Amazing food and service. Everything is fresh and authentic!! I love this place and it’s my go to!!! Yall have to give it a try!!“

“What great customer service !! I called and ordered “Mr.Bingle “ note cards this morning.I spoke to Debbie-I didn’t think I would be able to come and get them! They are going to deliver to my house later this evening“

“Bob Boudreau and I were in NOLA for 9 nights. Three of the nights we had reservations at other places with family. Our 1st night we looked up and found Jewel of the South. We loved it so much. we asked our nephew, his medical school advisor and his wife to join us. All three lived in NOLA and had never been here. All 5 of us would definitely go back in a heart beat. Great food. Great atmosphere. Great drinks. Great staff. GREAT ALL AROUND! FIVE STARS for Jewel of the South.“

“I have passed Fives multiple times, been meaning to stop in and finally did on last night w| a friend who was visiting.

We stopped by on a Tuesday, that is of course a pretty slow day in the city so it was pretty dead. We sat on the cocktail bar side and we were greeted by a super nice bartender— I can’t remember her name, but she had loads of energy!! We ordered a few oysters and they were hands downs some of the best oysters I’ve tasted. My favorites were the Mon Louis, such a great, clean taste. My drinks were extremely good. I could have sat there all night stuffing my face a drinking.

I wasn’t aware that Fives is owned by the same people who own The Columns, makes sense because food and drinks are always perfection there as well.

Fives is located in Jackson Square, prime location for tourists as it is centrally located in the Quarter. The space is limited, If you are expecting a full blown out restaurant, this isn’t the location. Fives is truly a cocktail/oyster bar. I believe I saw a total of four tables in each corner w| four chairs to each table.

This will certainly become a new spot for me to hang.“

“Renee is amazing!!! The tour was great and love the company!!!“

“I have so much love for Cane and Table. My wedding reception was held at C&T in 2019 and we had literally the best time. Best food, cocktails and ambiance. The upstairs is particularly charming and beautiful. So glad we have memories there. The staff was also so gracious and gorgeous, we had so much fun sharing our favorite day with them. For a long while we would pop in whenever we were in town and were always treated like friends. Can’t wait to visit again!“

“We were blown away on our first visit this morning!! Ryan is a talented mixologist in the bar creating beautiful, delicious and truly unique drinks. Our server Louis was incredibly charming and attentive, giving us excellent menu choices —as it was a hard decision. Every dish was a work of art—both in presentation and flavor. The whole experience was top-notch, and we can’t wait to come back!“

“I have been sending people to Bar Tonique for close to a year from my position as liquor vault manager at the Sazerac House. So many return to tell me what a great experience they had & to thank me for recommending it. I have left the position at Sazerac House & won't be sending any more from there, Good luck to all the craftsmen & women behind this truly wonderful place!“

“Must try!! We had the most delicious dinner at Pigeon and Whale. We were sitting at the bar, which is my favorite. It was fun watching them shucking the oysters. We ordered the swordfish schnitzel and scallops. Both were amazing. Their cocktails were also lovely. Great service. We had a fun date night but it would be a great place to bring guests or get together with friends as well!“

“Really Great Holiday Decorations 🎼🌲💚❤️🎶“

“What an enchanting experience offering for a Sunday brunch. The decor-amazing. The menu-creative and flavorful.“

“Small bar with a dark cozy atmosphere and great live music. Bartender super cool and drinks were tasty. Beware 2 drinks and a beer with tip was $50 so clearly above my tax bracket. Left there to drown our middle-class sorrows in a $6 hand-grenade. 😎“

“Great drink prices. Staff are all very friendly and do a wonderful job. They have darts, pool and various other activities. I'll definitely be back.“

“Fantastic Cuban food made fresh. Small menu, but it’s perfect, you don’t need more because what they have is yummy.“

“Absolutely Amazing! One of my favorite places“

“From the amazing food. Awesome decor and A+++ from the staff. All around great experience will be back when in New Orleans. A must visit when in town. The fried bologna sandwich is probably the best sandwich I have ever had.“

“Fabulous cocktails. Gorgeous decor and delicious food. Polite professional staff and sumptuous seating. Need I say more ❤️ The “soleil” gin cocktail is divine 🙏🏻 Do it!“

“I had a most enjoyable dining experience Lufa Nola this past Sunday. The food was delicious; the service was great & the atmosphere very serene & relaxing. I rate this restaurant & service as excellent with 5 stars. Therefore, I highly recommend it. Joyce D.“

“Recent dinner at the Jazz Bistro. Food was impeccable. service by server Sarah, was inconsistent and inattentive. Struggled to get her attention to place order. She ignored us for table of six. Surly, rude, unhelpful, no personality. spoke with young manager on duty; he listened, but said NOTHING in response to my concerns.(I identified myself as a former food and beverage manager with Hyatt Hotels and considerable restaurant experience.) Don't expect attention here, even if your needs are minimal. Other staff were charming, which made Sarah look even more inept.“

“Visiting NOLA for the weekend with two children. We had brunch here before going to the zoo. The food was spectacular and the staff super friendly and helpful!“

“Delicious espresso old fashioned!!“

“Taylor was awesome knowledge about drinks and was perfect on suggestions when you told them your favorite flavors“

“Held our resident building mixer last night. GREAT venue, food, service, all top notch. I like to float between Rusty Nail and Sidecar depending on my mood.“

“The Baseline: For a in hotel restaurant lounge it must have a good drink menu, excellent appetizers, and a stellar staff to bring out the experience.

Food: Just had drinks. The old fashion was well made and they are stiff drinks in New Orleans.

Service: Great service from the bartender. Fast and efficient.

Ambiance: Wow! The views are incredible and the feeling is relaxed which is a nice escape from the French Quarter.“

“Great atmosphere and drinks. The DJ was amazing and music was on point.“

“We had the most amazing dining experience we've had in awhile. Our server Antonio was knowledgeable about the dishes on the menu and attentive without hovering. We ordered bread for an appetizer along with the T-bone pork chops and Scallops with grits as the main course. Dessert was the Almond cake with honey ice cream. Everything came out with absolute perfection. Our drinks were never empty. We left full and blown away by the whole experience at Plates. Highly recommend!“

“Great cocktails/service/staff. Hidden gem“

“Creative and well executed. Lovely wait staff.“

“Bartenders are awesome!! Especially to out of town customers. They make you feel like one of the regulars, like a resident. Absolutely one of the best customer service I've ever had.“

“Great food, customer service was awesome @darow was great and management also very present and checking on customer highly recommend!!!“

“We did the Drink Lab cocktail making class upstairs first and it was AMAZING and worth the money! The history and education that are included with the class are A1. We had such a great time during the class that we spent the rest of the evening downstairs at Baroness of Baronne. All of the food, drinks, shots (gas mask shot) were great! GO!“

“Great neighborhood bar to hang out“

“My co-worker took me here, first time for me. I will say I felt comfortable and was treated with much love and respect from the patrons as well as the owner! The owner is an incredible person and gives back to his community! Very nice, strong daiquiris and excellent vibe. Thank you, Mr. Love for the introduction. It was an absolutely great time!“

“I took my Wife, Mom and Dad here for a tour and tasting. Everything we tried was good and some were excellent. However, the experience with Sam is was what made it all great. The staff was amazing and made us feel like we were in the backyard drinking with friends. We are local and like to day trip in state. I highly recommend giving this place a try and seeing why it is a hidden gem.“

“My husband's 60th Birthday party was held at The Max this past weekend! The new renovations inside look fantastic! Several of our guests commented on how great the venue looked and how clean it was! Thank you Bridget, Chris and Denise for helping us pull this together. The ease of set up, fantastic service and warm welcome to us and our guests made this event a huge hit! Our guests have been ringing our phones since Sunday morning commenting on what a fantastic night it was!! I will highly recommend this venue for any party, event, reunion or get together!“

“We did the Drink Lab cocktail making class upstairs first and it was AMAZING and worth the money! The history and education that are included with the class are A1. We had such a great time during the class that we spent the rest of the evening downstairs at Baroness of Baronne. All of the food, drinks, shots (gas mask shot) were great! GO!“

“The Best Bartender in New Orleans!

Let me tell y’all something — Olivia is hands down the BEST bartender in the city of New Orleans! From the moment we walked in, her energy was unmatched. Her customer service? A1. She was friendly, professional, and knew exactly how to keep the vibe right.

Whether it was a custom cocktail or just good conversation, Olivia delivered every time. You could tell she takes pride in what she does, and it shows in how she treats every single customer. I highly recommend checking her out next time you’re at the bar. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!“

“Open for Christmas drinks! We stopped in for some birthday drinks! Not a bad place at all. Bartender was sweet and shared some deviled eggs!“

“Great, friendly clean place. Highly recommend!“

“Nice place to hang out. Clean and relaxing“

“Excellent experience. Highly recommend. We tried almost half the menu, drinks and desserts included. Great all around.“

“Good music when a band is playing… always a great spot for a night cap… and the staff is awesome… including Greg… cause he does try 🤔…🤣😂“

“We dined at Commander’s Palace with a group of four, and from start to finish, it was an exceptional experience. Reservations are definitely recommended—this place is popular for a reason. The service was truly the best I’ve ever experienced. From the moment we sat down, the staff made us feel like VIPs. Chairs were pulled out for us, and there were dedicated servers for drinks and food. Every dish was brought out at the same time, with multiple staff coordinating to place each plate down simultaneously. Even the drink server meticulously cleaned the table with a small food pickup tool and replaced entire water glasses rather than just refilling them. It’s those small, thoughtful touches that really set this place apart. The ambiance was elegant yet inviting, with warm lighting, tasteful wallpaper, and comfortable seating. Dressing up is encouraged, and it adds to the classic New Orleans fine dining charm. Another fun touch: they wrap up your leftovers in foil—and shape it into a swan, which was such a delightful surprise! As for the food, I personally loved my meal, though a couple of my friends were a bit more critical of their choices. Still, the quality and presentation were excellent overall. If you’re in New Orleans and want a special dining experience, Commander’s Palace is absolutely worth a visit.“

“over all great experience love yall and what your doing....“

“Absolutely delicious! We started with the crab salad which was very refreshing! Followed by one of each oyster they had to offer that day. Then we had an additional dozen of our favorites! We had the seared scallops and it was good enough to lick the plate! Finished with a slice of key lime pie. The daiquiri was tasty as well! The staff was attentive to our needs so much so that they walked to get sprite for my husband’s favorite drink! It was a lovely way to spend our 10 year anniversary tucked away in the bar by the oyster shucker. 10/10“

“Amanda was a well tanned pleasure! God bless the chef that would bring us out our appetizers personally and showcase his skills! I'm thankful they redid the Shenanigans visuals- I hope and pray this place does well for the Metairie wine bar visual because we don't have cute wine bars locally, and this place is perfection!“

“It’s dark, it’s cool, and they’ll play 60’s/70’s rock gems as the house music. The food is pretty good too. This is my favorite spot I’ve found after several years living in The Quarter. The vibe is perfect. Its the darkness and the music that really makes me not want to leave. It’s rock’n’roll without being a dive. Oh yeah, did I say the food is pretty good too?“

“love this joint!!!! great ppl, excellent drinks!!!! great prices!! great time!!!“

“Food is great and bartender ( Snap) is awesome!“