New Orleans' Best Outdoor Bar

Home of the hurricane, this expansive, crowded tourist destination still offers a touch of class.

Reviews:

• “Great Hurricanes and bar!”
• “awesome bar”
• “Tourists, Tourists”
• “a mature setting”
• “What is a mint julep?”

Tips: Jacket-clad valets stand at attention outside, ready to pour your drink into a legally approved to-go cup.

Pat O’Brien’s

A no-frills neighborhood joint renowned for offering top-flight local and regional music.

Reviews:

• “Best Monday night combo in NOLA”
• “Good music, people, and food!”
• “Love this locals place”
• “Best of The Best”
• “Good Music, Friendly Locals”

Tips: If the front bar is busy, head to the one in the back near the patio.

Maple Leaf Bar

This historic hotel in an elegant former mansion is a favorite nightlife spot for young Uptowners.

Reviews:

• “Great for sitting outside for a drink over looking Saint Charles”
• “The Columns – Local favorite”
• “Great front porch”
• “Charming, relaxing happy hour.”
• “classic new orleans charm”

Tips: Live jazz music is available Sundays through Thursdays.

Columns Hotel

A laid-back haven for students, service-industry types and nightcrawlers of all stripes.

Reviews:

• “thursday night college scene”
• “Great Saturday night”

Tips: The patio is a perfect place for unwinding after a night of strenuous socializing or for making new friends—its reputation as a premier Uptown “meet market” is well-deserved.

F&M Patio Bar

Two-story neighborhood watering hole features two bars, pool tables, burgers, sandwiches and balcony seating for 20- and 30-somethings.

Reviews:

• “Horrible food, but good atmosphere”
• “All around favorite for locals and college crowd”

Balcony Bar & Cafe

A beer lover’s oasis on Magazine Street, one of NOLA’s most dog-friendly bars.

Reviews:

• “great if you have a dog!”

Tips: Get your card of all 50 drafts punched and pick from a selection of Bulldog shirts, caps and get your name on a plaque of “Adventurers.”

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