If you need a break from jazz, One Eyed Jacks is a funky venue right in the middle of the quarter. It's a small intimate space with a variety of funky musicians from all over. This also may or may not have been the place we went on one of our first dates.
Explore the two bars in the lobby or go the pro route and take the elevator right to rooftop bar. Great views of the city, great cocktails, and even better people watching.
Hole in the wall restaurant in the French Quarter - ignore the line and the surly staff, the fried chicken and rabbit jambalaya makes it worth it.
One of our favorite dive bars in the quarter - definitely get a frozen irish coffee and remember to visit the location on Decatur, NOT Bourbon.
We don't love this place just because it's named after Chris's family (Kidding!) but for it's courtyard, quintessential New Orleans food and vibes, and most importantly table side banana's foster. This place does book up so make sure to make a reservation for brunch.
Venture to uptown New Orleans to check out this amazing venue - some of New Orleans greatest will pop up here at anytime so you're always in store for some amazing music.
An excellent brunch spot in the CBD, it's the perfect place to cure your hangover and maybe enjoy a libation or two. Make sure to note that they do not accept reservations so show up early to get your table!
One of the most iconic brunch spots in New Orleans. Wear your most fabulous hat, make sure gentlemen are wearing a jacket (only after 5 PM and all day on Sunday), and indulge in fantastic service, champagne and all the standard New Orleans classics.
You can lose an entire day at this brunch spot - fabulous food, bottomless mimosas, and a pool in the back.
Located in the Roosevelt Hotel and it boasts one of the most beautiful Christmas lobbies. It also has one of the best happy hours in the city - half off bellinis and pizza everyday starting at 5 PM.
Skip Bourbon and spend the day wandering down Royal Street to explore the architecture, art galleries, and shops that make the French Quarter so famous.
If you're ready to explore outside of the quarter, check out Magazine Street. A great street to wander for boutiques, cocktails, and people watching.
Preservation Hall is arguably one of the most famous places to see classic New Orleans music in the French Quarter. Tickets are required so check out their website to see what artists are playing.
The only place worth visiting on Bourbon, it's the oldest bar in New Orleans and offers a nice patio. Don't be afraid to try the purple drink but make sure you only get one :)
Beautiful and no tickets required, this is a great way to spend a few hours outside if you need a break from the French Quarter.
Previously Mimi's in the Marigny, this is one of those neighborhood bars where you feel like you've known the bartenders forever. They have a great variety of craft cocktails and beer/shot specials. Pro tip: Get the mushroom manchego toast!
Outdoor wine bar with live music and delicious cheese boards and small bites. It does get very busy on the weekends so try to sneak a table during the day to avoid the line!
Amazing mediterranean food and has options for vegetarians. They don't accept reservations but there's a great wine bar next door to pass the time while you wait.
If you're craving seafood, head here for the buffalo oysters and crab soup. There's rotating specials so make sure you ask the server!
If you find yourself on Magazine Street, head here to soak in the aesthetic, nibble on some french fries and grab a to-go champagne.
This is probably the most famous bar on Bourbon Street. Head here to explore the courtyard and join the dueling piano dance party. You may want to enjoy one of their notorious hurricanes but we definitely wouldn't recommend more then one!
A gorgeous hotel location on St Charles where you can enjoy a cocktail while you admire the Victorian architecture. Fun Fact: Scenes from American Horror Story Coven were filmed here!
This one of our favorite place on Frenchman St. to see authentic New Orleans music and proves to be a good time whether you're looking for a low key spot to enjoy music during the day or looking to turn up at night.
Another great Frenchman spot and hosts some of the best brass bands in the city.
Tucked away in the Bywater, this a creative and delicious vegetarian restaurant. We recommend trying the buffalo tofu and cauliflower salad or the smoked tempeh rueben.
If you feel like venturing out to Metairie, you won't regret ordering the shrimp poboy and chicken and sausage gumbo. Don't let the underwhelming exterior fool you - this place is known for some of the best poboys in town.
Right when you walk into the Pontchartrain Hotel, you will find this bar and restaurant with cool drinks and even cooler art.