After an incredible weekend in New Orleans, I found myself with a few hours to spare before my flight. With luggage in tow and my work computer in hand, I stopped into Tavern on Citrus—and I couldn’t have chosen a better place to spend the day.
What was meant to be a quick stop turned into a six-hour visit (thanks to a delayed flight), and honestly, I was grateful for the extra time. From the moment I walked in, I was met with an unbelievable level of hospitality and warmth. It felt less like I was dining in a restaurant and more like someone had called ahead to say, “Make room—we’ve got a guest who belongs here.”
The food? Absolutely delicious. The service? Impeccable. Every person I interacted with went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. I even had the chance to enjoy some great conversation with the staff while getting a bit of work done.
They kindly let me charge my electronics, and I left feeling full, refreshed, and truly cared for. But the real test of character came when I accidentally left my work laptop behind—something incredibly valuable to both me and my organization. By the time I realized it, I was halfway to the airport. I called in a panic, and not only did they have it safely behind the counter with a note and my name on it (they had pulled my info from my card to make sure it got back to the right person), but the owner personally ran out to hand it off to my Uber driver curbside so I wouldn’t miss my flight.
As someone who has worked in recruiting for the hospitality industry, I’ve always said: you can teach someone the policies, the systems, the menu—but you can’t teach someone how to genuinely care. That’s what true hospitality is, and Tavern on Citrus has it in abundance.
I left not only with a full belly, but with the kind of impression that lasts. I genuinely felt sad to leave, and now this spot is permanently on my must-visit list every time I’m in New Orleans. If you’re looking for amazing food, authentic service, and a reminder of what hospitality really means—this is your place.
kelli wichser
Great place to come
J L
Not had there food but the bartenders are awsome ....
Alex Coumbs
Lots of great specials! Great deals on wings, food is great and staff and owner are very friendly. Big fan of this place!
Adriano Garcia
Awesome place but still allows smoking
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger Made to Order, Wings and Wings
Brian West
If your a burger fan you gotta try the peanut butter bacon & Swiss burger. Something lighter the tuna steak salad if perfect for 2 to share with a side. I recommend the loaded ta tater tots... Great game day food. The homecooked specials are the owner's Mawmaw Sis's reciepes.. Great selection of on tap beer. Not a wine drinker but there's a selections that are popular... Tuesdays are Trvia nights... Be prepared for madatory free shots if you play! Come by for the fun..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Supa mick
Place used to be kind of shack but recently have been diggin the revamp. Nice big comfy couches, lots of spacious seating and big tvs. the whole atmosphere is pretty neat. I will say I don’t miss the old pool table but would be cool to get another table or some darts in there. Food is pretty dang good, I’m sorry but you can’t beat .89 cent wing mondays! Great bar food selection and have been told the salads are top notch. Beer is always cold. Nice lil spot that me and my coworkers frequent now. Shout out to the bartenders and chef making that place run.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Wings and Wings
Misty Giles
Fun vibe- great food- quick drinks- will repeat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Trish C.
This is a bar/restaurant. The grill and deep fryer are behind the bar, so there is an odor of fried food in the place. There is a long bar with ample seating and lots of sofas and lounging areas. I ordered a draft beer and Crown on the rocks and was surprised when she put my drink down and the glass was filled. I had $20 on the bar and she brought my change with a receipt. My tab was $17! The receipt is a math quiz. I asked what the "F$3.89" charge was for. She explained that if someone orders a liquor on the rocks, she pours a double so the glass gets filled. $3.89 for an extra shot sounds weird, and I didn't bother asking what the 67 cent discount was for. This is an unethical tourist scam, and we are in Harahan, not on Bourbon Street. I told her it was not right and she should ask first. She shrugged. Weird pricing and discounts. This is not your typical watering hole. We finished our drinks and left.
This is a bar/restaurant. The grill and deep fryer are behind the bar, so there is an odor of fried food in the place. There is a long bar with ample seating and lots of sofas and lounging areas. I ordered a draft beer and Crown on the rocks and was surprised when she put my drink down and the glass was filled. I had $20 on the bar and she brought my change with a receipt. My tab was $17! The receipt is a math quiz. I asked what the "F$3.89" charge was for. She explained that if someone orders a liquor on the rocks, she pours a double so the glass gets filled. $3.89 for an extra shot sounds weird, and I didn't bother asking what the 67 cent discount was for. This is an unethical tourist scam, and we are in Harahan, not on Bourbon Street. I told her it was not right and she should ask first. She shrugged. Weird pricing and discounts. This is not your typical watering hole. We finished our drinks and left.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 2
Lonnie B Matise
Still kicking.. grilled ckicken.. great food as always..
Brian Hammond
Played trivia, had an awesome time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Arcana
New owners are top notch! Make Tavern Great Again!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger Made to Order, Loaded Cheese Fries, Bull Fighter, Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich, Filet, Bacon Cheeseburger for Half Off from
Five Stars Isn’t Enough!
After an incredible weekend in New Orleans, I found myself with a few hours to spare before my flight. With luggage in tow and my work computer in hand, I stopped into Tavern on Citrus—and I couldn’t have chosen a better place to spend the day.
What was meant to be a quick stop turned into a six-hour visit (thanks to a delayed flight), and honestly, I was grateful for the extra time. From the moment I walked in, I was met with an unbelievable level of hospitality and warmth. It felt less like I was dining in a restaurant and more like someone had called ahead to say, “Make room—we’ve got a guest who belongs here.”
The food? Absolutely delicious. The service? Impeccable. Every person I interacted with went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. I even had the chance to enjoy some great conversation with the staff while getting a bit of work done.
They kindly let me charge my electronics, and I left feeling full, refreshed, and truly cared for. But the real test of character came when I accidentally left my work laptop behind—something incredibly valuable to both me and my organization. By the time I realized it, I was halfway to the airport. I called in a panic, and not only did they have it safely behind the counter with a note and my name on it (they had pulled my info from my card to make sure it got back to the right person), but the owner personally ran out to hand it off to my Uber driver curbside so I wouldn’t miss my flight.
As someone who has worked in recruiting for the hospitality industry, I’ve always said: you can teach someone the policies, the systems, the menu—but you can’t teach someone how to genuinely care. That’s what true hospitality is, and Tavern on Citrus has it in abundance.
I left not only with a full belly, but with the kind of impression that lasts. I genuinely felt sad to leave, and now this spot is permanently on my must-visit list every time I’m in New Orleans. If you’re looking for amazing food, authentic service, and a reminder of what hospitality really means—this is your place.
Great place to come
Not had there food but the bartenders are awsome ....
Lots of great specials! Great deals on wings, food is great and staff and owner are very friendly. Big fan of this place!
Awesome place but still allows smoking
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger Made to Order, Wings and Wings
If your a burger fan you gotta try the peanut butter bacon & Swiss burger. Something lighter the tuna steak salad if perfect for 2 to share with a side. I recommend the loaded ta
tater tots... Great game day food. The homecooked specials are the owner's Mawmaw Sis's reciepes.. Great selection of on tap beer. Not a wine drinker but there's a selections that are popular... Tuesdays are Trvia nights... Be prepared for madatory free shots if you play!
Come by for the fun..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Place used to be kind of shack but recently have been diggin the revamp. Nice big comfy couches, lots of spacious seating and big tvs. the whole atmosphere is pretty neat. I will say I don’t miss the old pool table but would be cool to get another table or some darts in there. Food is pretty dang good, I’m sorry but you can’t beat .89 cent wing mondays! Great bar food selection and have been told the salads are top notch. Beer is always cold. Nice lil spot that me and my coworkers frequent now. Shout out to the bartenders and chef making that place run.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Wings and Wings
Fun vibe- great food- quick drinks- will repeat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a bar/restaurant. The grill and deep fryer are behind the bar, so there is an odor of fried food in the place. There is a long bar with ample seating and lots of sofas and lounging areas. I ordered a draft beer and Crown on the rocks and was surprised when she put my drink down and the glass was filled. I had $20 on the bar and she brought my change with a receipt. My tab was $17! The receipt is a math quiz. I asked what the "F$3.89" charge was for. She explained that if someone orders a liquor on the rocks, she pours a double so the glass gets filled. $3.89 for an extra shot sounds weird, and I didn't bother asking what the 67 cent discount was for. This is an unethical tourist scam, and we are in Harahan, not on Bourbon Street. I told her it was not right and she should ask first. She shrugged. Weird pricing and discounts. This is not your typical watering hole. We finished our drinks and left.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 2
Great place .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This is a bar/restaurant. The grill and deep fryer are behind the bar, so there is an odor of fried food in the place. There is a long bar with ample seating and lots of sofas and lounging areas. I ordered a draft beer and Crown on the rocks and was surprised when she put my drink down and the glass was filled. I had $20 on the bar and she brought my change with a receipt. My tab was $17! The receipt is a math quiz. I asked what the "F$3.89" charge was for. She explained that if someone orders a liquor on the rocks, she pours a double so the glass gets filled. $3.89 for an extra shot sounds weird, and I didn't bother asking what the 67 cent discount was for. This is an unethical tourist scam, and we are in Harahan, not on Bourbon Street. I told her it was not right and she should ask first. She shrugged. Weird pricing and discounts. This is not your typical watering hole. We finished our drinks and left.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 2
Still kicking.. grilled ckicken.. great food as always..
Played trivia, had an awesome time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
New owners are top notch! Make Tavern Great Again!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger Made to Order, Loaded Cheese Fries, Bull Fighter, Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich, Filet, Bacon Cheeseburger for Half Off from
One of my favorite sports bars!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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