Editor's Pick
One of the oldest cocktail bars in New Orleans, dating to the early 1800s. Order absinthe cocktails in a room thick with local legend.
Location
240 Bourbon St
French Quarter, New Orleans
French Quarter, New Orleans
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Map
Plan Your Visit
Reservations
Walk-in friendly
Service Style
Bar seating
Sit at bar, order from bartender
Insider Intel
Order This
Absinthe frappe. This is THE place for it in New Orleans.
Best Time
Afternoon to appreciate the history without Bourbon Street crowds.
Know Before You Go
Building dates to 1807. Look at the ceiling covered with business cards. Yes, it's on Bourbon - worth it anyway.