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New Orleans - Nightlife

 

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The Spotted Cat Music Club
Ranked #1 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Jazz Bars; Bar/ Clubs
Owner description: The Spotted Cat Music Club is the Quentessential Jazz Club of NewOrleans. Located just steps from the French Quarter,It has... more » Owner description: The Spotted Cat Music Club is the Quentessential Jazz Club of NewOrleans. Located just steps from the French Quarter,It has been a local favorite for live New Orleans music from Jazz to Blues, Klezmer to Calypso for years. Internationally acclaimed as a TOP 150 Jazz Club, "THE CAT" features local musicians bringing the best the city has to offer! « less
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Ranked #2 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bowling Alleys; Bar/ Clubs; Dance Club/ Discos
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Ranked #3 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs; Piano Bar
This famous bar revolves around the room.
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Ranked #4 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Jazz Bars
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Ranked #5 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Jazz Bars
A restaurant, bar and jazz club all under one roof.
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Ranked #6 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Blues Bars
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Ranked #7 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Jazz Bars
Owner description: It's Playtime. Grammy and Billboard Award-winning Jazz trumpeter Irvin and Royal Sonesta Hotel proudly present Irvin... more » Owner description: It's Playtime. Grammy and Billboard Award-winning Jazz trumpeter Irvin and Royal Sonesta Hotel proudly present Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse. The best jazz club in New Orleans showcases New Orleans' greatest Jazz talent and serves your favorite cocktails and appetizers in a luxurious venue on the lobby level of the Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans. Shows begin at 8 p.m. « less
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Ranked #8 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
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Ranked #9 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs; Historic Sites

Reported to be the oldest bar in the USA.  Order a T-shirt while you are there, and take a look at the live music. The quality is inconsistent, but it's often fun or always... more »

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Ranked #10 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
Popular club in New Orleans attracts an eclectic crowd.
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Ranked #11 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Owner description: This is where it all started for Tropical Isle New Orleans. Tropical Isle® Original was first launched after the 1984 World’s... more » Owner description: This is where it all started for Tropical Isle New Orleans. Tropical Isle® Original was first launched after the 1984 World’s Fair here in New Orleans. After thriving for 20 years on Toulouse Street, Tropical Isle® Original moved across the street to its current location. We have recreated the cozy atmosphere of the old bar while adding several big screen TVs and space for large groups of party goers. « less
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Ranked #12 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
Owner description: Erin Rose is a neighborhood bar steps from Bourbon street. Life is good when sitting in the windows watching the world go by... more » Owner description: Erin Rose is a neighborhood bar steps from Bourbon street. Life is good when sitting in the windows watching the world go by while sipping on a delicious adult libation. While small and cozy big on love and great passion for history, (hence the decor on the walls) community, and good times. Our motto says it all... Local Chaos Local Prices Local Love « less
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Ranked #13 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
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Ranked #14 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
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Ranked #15 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
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Ranked #16 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Jazz Bars
An intimate and very popular bar, Pat O's is known for its Bloody Mary and the Hurricane, its signature drink.
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Ranked #17 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs; Jazz Bars
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Ranked #18 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
Owner description: This quiet bar is located in what was to have been the home of Napoleon until an attempted rescue from his exile on Elba... more » Owner description: This quiet bar is located in what was to have been the home of Napoleon until an attempted rescue from his exile on Elba failed. The suite of rooms (L'Appartment de l'Empereur) on the 2nd floor would have been Napoleon's apartment had he made it to the new world. This area is available for parties, weddings or receptions of up to 60 guests. « less
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Ranked #19 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
Owner description: Bourbon Street's 3 in 1 venue featuring a Bourbon Street bar, a quintessential New Orleans courtyard bar and a Dance Club on... more » Owner description: Bourbon Street's 3 in 1 venue featuring a Bourbon Street bar, a quintessential New Orleans courtyard bar and a Dance Club on the second floor all topped off with a 50' Balcony overlooking historic Bourbon Street! VIP seating & Bottle service available! « less
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Ranked #20 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Karaoke Bars
Owner description: New Orleans' premier karaoke bar. Karaoke 7 nights a week 9 pm - when it ends... Over 60,000 songs to choose from. An... more » Owner description: New Orleans' premier karaoke bar. Karaoke 7 nights a week 9 pm - when it ends... Over 60,000 songs to choose from. An automated kiosk for signing up. Smokeeters installed in the bar remove all the smokiness. Best alcohol selection, great prices, great fun. « less
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Ranked #21 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
Owner description: The downstairs Tropical Isle bar presents live entertainment seven nights a week featuring Debi & The Deacons, Captain Leo,... more » Owner description: The downstairs Tropical Isle bar presents live entertainment seven nights a week featuring Debi & The Deacons, Captain Leo, Rhythm & Rain and other great bands specializing in Trop-Rock. The upstairs “Top of the Trop” area has a wrap around balcony with a fabulous view of Bourbon Street, big screen TVs, a pool table and a jukebox filled with lots of Jimmy Buffet music. The world famous Hand Grenade, Tropical Itch, Horny Gator and Shark Attack are served at both bars. The perfect place for your special event or private party. Check out our live webcam of the outside entrance and also our live streaming webcam of the stage. « less
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Ranked #22 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Tours; Jazz Bars
Owner description: Authentic steamboat tour on the Mississippi River on the Steamboat Natchez. Two 2-hr Jazz Day cruises with option food &... more » Owner description: Authentic steamboat tour on the Mississippi River on the Steamboat Natchez. Two 2-hr Jazz Day cruises with option food & beverage, engine room visits and narration. Also enjoy a 2-hour Dinner Jazz Cruise with a New Orleans buffet, optional bar service and wine list, with entertainment by the Dukes of Dixieland jazz band nightly « less
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Ranked #23 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
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Ranked #24 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
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Ranked #25 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs

Vaughn's Lounge is a funky local Blues and Jazz Club in a New Orleans neighborhood just minutes from the French Quarter, but miles away for improved music quality. For out of... more »

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Ranked #26 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
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Ranked #27 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Piano Bar; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Bar/ Clubs
This historic building, which dates back to 1806, now houses a bar and two restaurants.
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Ranked #28 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Gay Bars
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Ranked #29 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs; Dance Club/ Discos; Jazz Bars
Popular college hangout known for its live funk, jazz, blues and rock music.
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Ranked #30 of 108 nightlife in New Orleans
Category: Bar/ Clubs
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