The Library New Orleans

3629 Prytania St, New Orleans
(504) 813-4882

Recent Reviews

Drey Davies

Best place in NoLa great folks and even better food ❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Henry Bauer

Great drinks great atmosphere

Manuel Ruiz-Flores

Meh. They’ve got a good theme and menu going. Only problem is they’ve got some shady employees. Having a good supervisor there was just fair weather. I heard she quit though.

Dean Smith

It is definitely the best bar I’ve ever been to

Joseph Flores

Meh. They’ve got a good theme and menu going. Only problem is they’ve got some shady employees. Having a good supervisor there was just fair weather. I heard she quit though.

Vananda Games

Very nice place, had good food too. Was a little disgusted by the leather at first but the paper was delicious!

Daniela Maria

Ordered one of each. Great vibe. Plus they support friends and local performers <3

Megan M.

Party party and more party! In the morning when I walk by from work its never opened and when I get off the same thing so I never expected much but on Nyx Parade Wednesday I was in for a surprise after walking by after work heading to put my stuff down I said ill walk by and give it a try and wasn't left down. The two story spilt live club is really nice downstairs is more chill and upstairs is where the party is at! Since its was during the parade they had a special parade menu which was great! I decided to get the Library Lemonade and it came in this cool like pouch reminded me of a capri sun. While I was in there the music got me I hear the tune of Ari Lenox shea butter and I knew I would be back for more. Walked out and then went back the to parade but I didn't feel my drink and so of course I was like lets head back to the bar. Well, this time I got the hurricane (cliche) and oh I could taste the bottom-shelf liquor. But not the point I was trying to have a good time along the parade route and they where making sure of just that. Cant keep drinking without a little something to eat so I decided to a get slice of pizza and it surely did the job I enjoyed every bit of it. Had such a blast i brought my friends back sunday for bacchuss music was nice i mean im more hip-hop and where there had momements the later it got i only heard house music and i cant only handle so much pop yes but house no! ill stop by again cool little vibe i wonder how it be since parade season is over.

Jonatan Bravo

Great place to chill and unwind after a productive week.

Shannon S.

They seem to generally only have the upstairs bar open most of the time these days. I have seen this location change names and owners several times and I had just never actually made it inside as it always seemed deserted. I finally saw some folks at this bar one night when I was out doing a pub crawl with an out of town pal so we stopped off in here and it was pleasantly surprising. They do have an actual library study type ambiance upstairs along with a decently sized balcony patio. The bar is a large one and they have a decent selection of draft beers. Overall this is a nice spot but it still seems to rarely get a crowd.

Karen K.

This place has been open for a bit but I recently got to eat some of their bar food. The bar is up the stairs and pass the awesome owl painting. I tell you what, I was not disappointed. I could eat their wings ALL DAY along with their fried pickles. Their drinks are literary puns which I'm a sucka for puns. The spinach dip was pippin hot and very yummy. It isn't a lit bar but it has a nice patio and is very chill.

Whitney Lee

Nice atmosphere with sheek decor and friendly staff.

Arthur R Severio

Great drinks, food and service!

Chasity M.

Ready to study? Grab a pen and a friend and head on over to the library! Sidenote: Seriously, I saw two Tulane students studying here during happy hour! Maybe it really is the cooler cousin of an actual library. You wanna talk about awesome themed bars? The Library needs to fall towards the top of your list. Downstairs has a bar and dine-in seating area but upstairs is where all the studious magic happens... Aside from the killer light up couches and televisions where you can view the Saints and LSU games (they have some pretty great game day specials, too) the second floor is dedicated to all things lie-berry. There are bookshelves galore, a bar with the most perfect lighting if you're into foodie photos and a few bar game favs, including a pool table! Comfy couches and intimate dimmed lighting create the perfect after hours study sesh vibes. But enough about the views, let's get into the foods. I'd like to think New Orleans reigns supreme when it comes to bar food. In that case, The Library is a prime example. Pickle chicken sliders, cheese fries and candied bacon are some of my favs, but their chicken wings are now added to my Favorite Wings list. Move over regular degular buffalo, The Library has buffalo ranch wings! Juicy and the perfect size. Plus, the sauce isn't completely drenching the wings, but they are all coated and tossed in well. But what's a bar without drink talk? Here are some of my favorite sips from this spot, all happy hour favs: Fahrenheit 75: brandy, sparkling, lemon juice and simple syrup - light and sweet but it packs a punch! Tequila Mockingbird: house-infused jalapeno tequila, agave, orange liquor, fresh lime juice - one of the most interesting drinks I've ever had. the jalapeno tequila actually adds a nice and unconventional kick to this sip. Gone with the Pimm: pimms, strawberry cucumber cordial, house-made sweet and sour, ginger beer - more on the fruitier side, the ginger beer pairs well with the cucumber flavor. Anne of Green Apples: Listen, by this time I was LIT so I have no recollection of what was in this drink. However, it was a very light apple flavor, not overwhelming or super sweet. Quite naturally, a nice drink to close out your happy hour. Overall, this place has a pretty chill vibe, depending on the time you go, of course. I would recommend it for happy hour for sure. A nice spot to go alone or even with a smaller group.

Nicole R.

Love the vibe here! I've been here for a few Saints game when I don't want to deal with the overwhelming crowds associated at some outdoor bars. Aside from saints games the happy hour is pretty great and lasts until 8 PM (yay!!!!). Sometimes they have a DJ. The only thing is that I'm not a big fan of the food or the food prices. Eat before you get here. But definitely pay them a visit!

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