“Immersed in the heart of the New Orleans experience since 1974, Molly's at the Market stands as an enduring cornerstone, drawing in a diverse crowd and becoming the preferred destination for locals reconnecting with visiting friends.strategically located on lower Decatur, Molly's serves not only as a convenient pit stop for those en route to or from the music clubs on Frenchmen Street but also as a haven where patrons happily extend their stay for hours on end.This establishment is a beacon of laid-back ambiance and exceptional service, effortlessly embracing simplicity in its cocktail offerings.While Molly's tantalizes taste buds with affordable concoctions, it predominantly remains a beer and chaser haven, boasting an impressive selection of local brews on draught.As the cherished old bar of the neighborhood, Molly's sets the stage for an unforgettable experience.With taps flowing well into the wee hours of the morning, it guarantees a classic New Orleans watering hole adventure, ensuring that anyone seeking a memorable and enjoyable time will find it within the welcoming embrace of Molly's at the Market.“
“vaughan's is always a great place to grab drink after work. this was an after work stop for bday drinks for a friend/co-worker. it's was an excellent night. lot's of great discussions about oddball topics?so yeah, we had a blast. bday drinks after work was an excellent plan, and vaughans was the perfect place for that to happen.“
“The best neighborhood bar I’ve ever been to, it’s a great community, everyone is very welcoming. A lot of neighborhood spots you walk in and it’s like the record skips and everyone turns around. Not Pete’s! Speaking of records they have a vintage jukebox with great broad selection. It’s old school, nobody paying extra to skip ahead of you, no one playing the same Drake song on repeat. Drinks are very affordable with a modest but well rounded selection. They have pop ups most days it seems so if your hungry there’s usually a food option. Word to the wise if it seems locked it’s just cause you gotta get buzzed in. Be patient, it’s worth it!“
“Wonderful vibe and music. Live music and karaoke/haircut night is the best. The owner and bartenders are genuine and committed to the community, and this is my favorite neighborhood bar. It is cash only but has an ATM. This establishment has all my love. The food menu is varied and has many vegetarian options and delicious“
“Went to this spot randomly while visiting NOLA. Place is sick with cheap drinks and cool atmosphere. I don't recall there being any food but I did go after dinner so wasn't looking for any. Staff was approachable and friendly. It feels like a bunch of spots we have back in Ybor back in Tampa. I would definitely come back here next time I visit!“
“Have been a Chart Room patron for many years. It's pretty much a plain ol' bar with great juke box and veteran bartenders serving typically strong and inexpensive drinks. About half locals, half out-of-town visitors, most of the out-of-towners being frequent NOLA visitors. At one time I suspected that a few of the regular characters were sent over by Central Casting, but have been going there long enough to now know they're genuine. A recent ownership change, but based on my last visit, no discernible (to me) change.“
“Love Snake's!! Juan (the bartender) is amazing and attentive. I always have a good time and enjoy my Paradise Parks best when they come from Snake's. Fantastic live music on Friday nights from 8-10.Dog friendly (make sure to say hi to Arlo and Peeves!), and they have a great patio for when it gets busy indoors. You have patient because there's usually only one bartender at a time, even when it's busy, and they're handling tons of orders per customer. Even still, the bartenders rock!I've never had an issue here and always feel extremely safe, even when I come alone. Absolutely a must-visit!“
“I was really impressed with the friendliness of service here! The bartender and the guy at the door. I came here to celebrate my birthday with a large group of friends after having an horrible experience across the street and they were able to accommodate us with room and allowed us to bring in my birthday cake. Everyone was happy. The plus was there were pool table in the room we were in. I’d highly recommend this bar to have a few drinks and chill.“
“The service and drinks here are fantastic. David came out to the patio seating to check on guests and took our orders. He brought our party of four some of the best amaretto sours I've ever had, made by Jason. Jason's drinks slap ?.“
“A very nice escape from the Bourbon St madness. This place somehow manages to be a dive bar, and trendy at the same time. It's a friendly, intimate environment, with comfortable lounge furniture tucked away in a few corners, and a beautiful courtyard out back. I know a few other reviews mention the bathrooms, and they are certainly quirky; however, for me it was in more of a made you smile type way. They were extremely dark, only lighted by a pink neon sign. There is no mirror, so don't go in expected to tidy up your appearance. I have to assume these were conscious decisions made by whoever designed/decorated the place. What better way to say we don't care what you look like, and neither should you than to give customers no mirror or light to check their appearance in. There isn't much signage out front, so it'd be easy to miss when the doors are close. They just have a small hanging sign that says something along the lines of "last stop before the tourist traps" which I found to be both clever and true. I wouldn't say the drinks are cheap, but the quality is excellent and they are relatively affordable for what you'd be asked to pay at most any other bar near Bourbon. The bartender was extremely nice, and the drinks were finished quickly. I didn't get to spend nearly as much time here as I would have liked because we had a busy afternoon ahead, but High Grace will certainly top the lists of bars I stop off in next time I'm near the French Quarter.“
“This is not fancy, this is an epically perfect dive bar. We headed here in NOLA to watch MSU game for the tournament. There were plenty of TVs, comfortable seating, and we sat right at the bar. Bartender was attentive, knowledgeable, and hilarious. Also the drinks are NOT weak! The food was totally perfect, definitely recommend the pizza and the potato skins. We did a lot while in New Orleans but this was one of our fav experiences.“
“Great vibes. Musty smell, but added to the vibes. Pool table and darts. Stage setup for live music, but none was playing tonight. Right along the river so a great place to stop if you’re in the area or going for a walk. Quintessential Algiers.“
“I honestly had no idea this place was here until last night. It feels like a cozy neighborhood dive. They were doing trivia. There was a dog running around, which I love. The bartender was nice, and the bathrooms were clean. It's not much to look at on the outside, but I would definitely go back.“
“Showed up 30 mins before closing and they still served the full menu & drinks. Bartender had a good personality.. TV's everywhere making sports games a must go to spot to watch. Ordered Beignets to go will comment afterwards on post.“
“Wrong! Don't ever trust a tourist from Missouri to know anything about NOLA dive bars. This was NOT Anthony Bourdain's favorite. As any local -- or anyone who has read Tony's second book -- knows, it was SNAKE AND JAKE'S CHRISTMAS CLUB LOUNGE "where naked people drink for free," per Tony. (But no longer since Tulane frat boys messed up that tradition.) Also, Missouri Dude, there's a new thing called Google: Jeeeeez. And to think I used to believe everything I read on Yelp. . .“
“THE Goth Bar of NOLA. We went to different places but if ya'll looking for solid goth times this is the answer. Similar to DNA Lounge in SF, Lovecrafts in Portland, and random other places I've been. Find a good night and escape the Quarter a bit.“
“I was just at Okay Bar for a Persian New Year event and had the best time!! For a Tuesday night at any bar, I wasn't sure what to expect. As soon as I got there, it was music and good vibes flowing out the doors! I had a drink within minutes and into the vibrant crowd I went dancing haha. An amazing Persian food pop-up guest starring for the night called Baba Joon! Apparently they hadn't popped up since last Summer, so the people really came to support! Wasn't sure I'd get to try it with how popular they looked but they moved through the line quickly and I got to try a few dishes! Really glad I made it over to Okay Bar! More than okay with me! :)“
“When I was 20 I used to catch Open. Mike poetry at the dragon's den last night in my late 40s. I caught spoken word again at the den and it did not disappoint. Thank you for keeping the spirit fed with spoken word in that magic place. Mr. Crowley? Do you like what they've done with the place?“
“Is a great neighborhood/dive bar. Like most neighborhood bars, it can also tend to be cliquey, but as stated before, it's also a laid-back divey bar. Most people still have zero reservation about chatting it up with a friendly or interesting face. The bartenders will pour the same whether it is an old regular or a new transplant looking for a bar to have a few beers at not too far from the house.“
“If you're into a dive bar vibe, this is the place for you. It actually has a coin operated laundromat in the bar and the bartender will give you a cup of soap. My GF and I did a load of wash and enjoyed some shots and cocktails while we waited. We went there three times in our ten day visit to NOLA simply just to chill and have some cheap drinks.“
“If you know me you know I love a good dive bar and one did not disappoint. You know you found one when the soap dispenser is a condiment dispenser. The service was great. The drinks were on point. The atmosphere was everything you want in a dive bar. It was great. I highly recommend it.“
“Joann was AMAZING!! Very down to earth, friendly, knowledgeable about NOLA, and made great drinks. We are visiting for the history of the area and to experience some true New Orleans stuff. She gave us so many amazing suggestions and made us feel so welcome. Such a great little bar on the outskirts of the French Quarter. If you want a great bar without all the crazy, drunk chaos of Bourbon Street, I highly recommend The Voodoo Lounge. Though I won’t lie, Joann made our experience!!“
“Definitely one of my favorites in the neighborhood, Lydia and Denise always make me feel like I'm at home. Everyone here just seems to want to have fun and throw back a few drinks after work. Cash only doesn't bother me but some people prefer cards and they have an ATM inside so you don't have to go anywhere if you forgot your bills at home. The ceiling has some pretty cool decorations too! I swear I see something new everytime I go“
“Loved this bar so much! Super laid back queer bar. My friend and I went there to grab a quick drink. The bartender was friendly and helpful. The vibe felt very inclusive of different LGBTQIA+ people, and they were playing some great movies. I also think there's a backyard? (It was too cold so we didn't venture out). Great neighborhood staple.“
“In my opinion...dive bar but so cool! lots of fire department and police department memorabilia on the walls and ceiling. Has a real vibe to it like bars you see in cop movies. Very very chill atmosphere, and a just straight up cool spot to drink.“
“‘Let me take you to my favorite new bar,' says my fun seeking Sista. Walking in New Orleans on a hot sticky crowded sunny day, my Sista sees a neatly tucked away bar from the dirty street, peaks her pretty head through and is drawn into the luxuriously well air conditioned darkly lit bar. What a surprise treat! $5 great Bloody Mary with vegetable infused vodka and pickled okra (see photo). Awe. Hits the spot. My Sista has good taste and she was right. This was exactly the cool a$$ spot we needed to retreat, ingest nice drinks, and enjoy fun friendly interesting camaraderie building barkeep all in serene comfort and fun vibes that resemble a nice ole bar we would like to be a regular. I'm upset we don't have more days to come back to this bar. Claire's Pour we will be fly back just to see you soon. I promise.“
“I just went to see the band that was playing. I was disappointed that the kitchen was closed. I was a Lyft Driver stopping by to catch a break from the job. They could have opened the kitchen or something late at night. But I just kept getting some free water and then a coke to go. ? YOU SHOULD OPEN THE KITCHEN FOR THE AUDIENCES... ?“
“It's the people that make this place so special. It's not a tourist destination but a local neighborhood place where you can stop by. I suspect every person that walks through the doors becomes a regular that turns into a friend. You can play games (shuffleboard), sing, drink, and chill. The outdoor area has plenty of tables and chairs but you'll most likely be mingling and moving around regardless of where you choose. Enjoy!“
“We had a nice little break from the parades in here. Clean free bathrooms, good drinks, friendly staff. Service can be a little laid back but I don't really mind. They put out a king cake for everyone to share which was a nice touch. I felt like I was among friends there!“
“If you are ever on the West Bank in NOLA.....you have to try this place. It has been there forever and my dad used to go there when he was stationed in NOLA while serving in the Marine Corp. and that was back in the 70's. Try their bloody marys. They are my fav!“
“Great atmosphere and wonderful service. Bartenders very friendly and knowledgeable about Absinthe. I have to be honest, I didn’t like it very much. I thought the drinks were very pretty but goodness were they nasty. I just don’t like the taste. I would recommend it if you like the stuff, you’d definitely enjoy the bar.“
“First Aunt Tiki’s experience was about 15 years ago. This year my wife let me bring the kids. My 23 year old and I went to see my Cowboys get beat on Christmas Eve. Love this bar. New and fantastic every time I sneak in. Unfortunately after I left, in the rain, slip sliding over to Bourbon St. I eventually slipped my best slip and fractured my fibula, skinned my knees and scabbed up my forehead. I’m paying for it now but it was an epic adventure. Love all of you there but I’m gonna give the old liver a break for a while. 10 out of 10 if you’re cool!“
“Bartender made a great ranch water for us ?Only issue was the amount of quarters the locals slapped down on the pool table. They were pretty annoying and definitely didn't feel the need to share the space, even while they took a 20-30 minute smoke break outside.“
“I love the aesthetics of this outdoor venue. The new additions and overall new set up is really nice.As with most places post Covid, service was slow with the hookah. The attendants were really running though trying to ensure parties had what they needed.Additionally, the alcohol selection was minimal. The venue was out of stock of many popular spirits and had no champagne.Women did get in free on Sundays.“
“Walked in to watch the Philly playoff game and shoot some pool. Very friendly bartender, ordered a beer and a cold glass, presented with no problems. ( previous review I saw said they had no glassware?) chatted with a couple folks, very friendly vibe. Shot a few games with a local named Woody, he showed me a few tricks of the trade! Had a great time.“
“We had the TIME OF OUR LIVES with Rai over the weekend! We happened to walk past on the last full day we had in New Orleans & Rai was EXACTLY what we needed at that point.Amazing vibe / atmosphere & great times made better by dancing on the bar.We have another girls trip planned in March, so we’re def comin’ back for our girl!“
“Great little pub with old school charm. It was quiet in the late morning when I visited. However, you can just imagine this place on St Patty's day. They have all the good dive bar beers. I ordered a Schlitz and my guest grabbed Pony high life. I'd definitely stop back in this little spot when I'm in town. Don't miss out on this little gem if you can.“
“Nice place with nice people I always have a good time there. Mondays they have a game night playing spades. A spades tournament. Closed on Tuesdays. On Wednesday they have seafood night $10 for a full plate. Thursday they have $5. Chicken boats, Hamburger or Hot Sausage boat or Fish boats and they all come with Fries. Friday night is Oldies but goody night with a 2 drink minimum you get a free fish plate. Saturdays is open for parties or if you just need a place to chill. SUNDAY is fun day from 6 pm to 9 pm they have $2 drinks. Monday- Thursday open @ 6 pm. Friday- Sunday open @ 12 noon. SO COME AND ENJOY THE FUN.“
“We found this bar by chance while seeking shelter from the rain. It has a quirky theme centered around toilets, which adds a fun touch. Keep in mind, they only accept cash. The drinks here are big and pack a punch, starting at around $6 for basic options. Expect to mingle with a local crowd.“
“Redd's is the perfect neighborhood bar. The decor is classic wood and brick that has a real comfortable feel. On Friday's during the season they boil crawfish and they have a great recipe. The price is fair market value or better and worth every penny. The staff are polite and attentive. I highly recommend this tavern.“
“Great local dive bar. Friendly bartender. A lot of the service industry finds themselves here after work which I loved talking to about the different hotels an restaurants. Average priced drinks , clean bar and fun people . We did not eat anything so can't say anything on food. Each time we have stopped in over the years there has been a mix of tourists and locals.“
“Great Dive atmosphere ? great location food food around its on Magazine St. One Poll Table im on frequently Tv.s galore 2 Video pokers machines one both poker an slots could use one more Slot but it's Cool ? becoming a local slowly this is where all the Locals go ?? an old cigarette ? machine that's coll front and back chill areasList goes onTell em MR. T SENT ya be safe stay Blessed ?? have a good one“
“Been on my list for awhile and after dropping my pet off at Heavens Pets early in the day, I could use a stiff drink. They were the only tavern in the hood open that early so I stopped in for a round. My buddy and I were the only patrons that morning so we got to enjoy the digital jukebox and the bartender gave us all the attention. I like how spacious it was, much bigger inside that I had thought.Thanks for helping me navigate that first morning without my fur baby.“
“I’ve heard the bartenders are great here and this is the place. I went Monday night, the bartender was ugly af. He knocked over a whole glass of wine on my friend and was unapologetic. Then charge my friend $6 for a Water. He said he was new lol We are service industry, we tip. The disrespect is not okay.“
“The waiter/person who took my order was great, and when i asked for a vegan burger, he made sure to ask how i wanted the burger, if i wanted vegan cheese or not, if i wanted the order to be completely vegan or vegetarian... the burger was so delicious, i had to check if it was actually vegan. the fries were hot and fresh (so was the burger) and not greasy at all. i will definitely visit again. Only note is that when you enter, the Slap burger kitchen is to the right, and there is a tabletop counter with some stools, and a window to order, a pick-up window that gives a view of the cooks cooking while you wait. Only cash seems to be accepted at the bar for now. but Slap burger takes both form of payments. Updated from previous review on 2024-03-02“