Updated 2026/09/12
The Best Bars in New Orleans, United States (2026)
Compare 88 bars in New Orleans, United States, averaging 4.50 stars on Google Maps. The typical listing has 415 reviews, so the ratings below reflect real customer volume rather than a handful of opinions. 57% maintain a website. Most are clustered around Arabi, Jefferson, Gretna. Rankings combine Google rating, review volume and website popularity, keep one entry per brand, and refresh automatically as our data updates.
Top picks
little bar on gravier
local dive bar in the heart of the CBD-casual friendly atmosphere-cheap hangout or TO-GO drinks.
504 Craft Beer Reserve
3939 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119
Little People's Place
1226 Barracks St, New Orleans, LA 70116
Erin Rose
Irish pub with cocktails & local flair
Cuban Creations Cigar Bar
Spirits & sports in a fashionable locale
Molly's at the Market
Pub mainstay known for Irish coffees
Boondock Saint
Movie-themed Irish pub with a jukebox
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
18th-century pub with beer & daiquiris
The Avenue Pub
Craft beers galore & upscale pub grub
Maison Bourbon
Jazz club with an inviting balcony
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Frequently asked questions
How many bars are there in New Orleans, United States?
We list 88 bars in New Orleans, United States that meet our quality bar of at least 4.0 stars and 10 Google reviews. The wider directory holds more, including newer and unrated businesses.
Which bar in New Orleans, United States is rated highest?
little bar on gravier currently tops our list with 4.8 stars from 413 reviews. Rankings update as new reviews and traffic data arrive.
How are the bars ranked?
Each business gets a composite score: 70% a Bayesian average of its Google rating and review count, so a 4.9-star business with hundreds of reviews outranks a 5.0 with five, and 30% estimated website traffic. Chains appear once. Nobody can pay to be listed or ranked.