Backspace Bar & Kitchen’s literary theme, unique cocktails and extensive menu are the perfect way to satisfy your late-night comfort food cravings in the most sophisticated way. This go-to spot has Happy Hour daily from 5 to 7 pm and the best cookies and milk desert in town. 139 Chartres St. · 322-2281 · backspacenola.com
Bar Tonique is known for its hand-crafted cocktails and eclectic beer and wine selection. You will feel like one of the cocktail hipsters at this favorite New Orleans neighborhood bar. Sip on their featured cocktail during Happy Hour daily from 12 to 5 pm. 820 N Rampart St. · 324-6045 · bartonique.com
Batch in the Hyatt French Quarter is your go-to spot when you want to escape the normal French Quarter bar scene. Trade in Bourbon Street Hurricanes for Batch’s artisan whiskey and hand-crafted cocktails while listening to live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights. 800 Iberville St. · 856-0800 · frenchquarter.hyatt.com
Bombay Club is home of New Orleans’ best and largest Martini selection. In addition to an excellent bar, Bombay Club boasts a renowned chef, Nathan Richard, and his strong culinary background. You are assured nothing but the absolute best here. 830 Conti St. · 577-2237 · bombayclubneworleans.com
Burgundy Bar is more than just a bar; it’s a celebration of Jazz legends like Louis Armstrong. Check out The Yat Pack, a New Orleans band striving to bring you back to the Swing Era, every Thursday night, and don’t forget half price Happy Hour weekdays from 4pm-7pm. 931 Canal St. · 522-5400 · burgundybar.com
Cosimo’s combines old world rustic charm with traditional bar games to create a homey neighborhood hangout where you can watch the game on a flat screen TV, or sink into a comfy couch and enjoy a Bloody Ugly (Bloody Mary variation) during Happy Hour. A great spot for service industry workers and dog-lovers alike,Cosimo's runs S.I. specials and dogs are welcome here. 1201 Burgundy St. · 522-9715
Coyote Ugly is a world-famous spot where you can go wild with great drinks, dancing and daily drink specials. Check out their famous Kegs & Eggs before every Sunday noon Saints game. Don’t miss their Daily Drink Specials from 9 pm to close to see why this saloon is the most famous bar on the planet. 225 N Peters St. · 561-0003 · coyoteuglysaloon.com
Hermes Bar at Antoine’s mixes an old New Orleans atmosphere with delicious eats and classic cocktails for a fantastic experience. Don’t miss Happy Hour daily from 4 to 7 pm for $5 house brand cocktails and more. Then stay for dinner at one of the city’s best restaurants. 725 Rue St. Louis · 581-4422 · antoines.com/hermes-bar
Penthouse Club is proud to be the spot where excitement of Bourbon Street nightlife and the sophistication of a gentlemen’s club meet. With two bars, two floors, bottle service and some of the most beautiful women in New Orleans, this is a great place for your bachelor party or boys’ night out. 727 Iberville St. · 524-4354 · locu.com
RF’s, formerly known as Richard Fiske’s, has the distinct honor of being “Best of New Orleans” Martini Bar 15 years in a row. It’s just a block off the craziness of Bourbon St. and you can enjoy the city’s best martinis, mouth-watering dinner and breakfast menus and live music every night of the week. 301 Dauphine St. · 586-0972 · richardfiskes.com
Rick’s Cabaret is the epitome of New Orleans nightlife. This gentlemen’s club includes 18,000 square feet and three stories of pure party. Enjoy a cocktail on their beautiful bar facing Bourbon Street before making your way inside for the exciting show. 315 Bourbon St. · 524-4222 · iknowrick.com
Tropical Isle not only has nightly live entertainment and balcony seating overlooking the French Quarter, but the honor of being home to The Hand Grenade. You can’t do New Orleans without getting a Hand Grenade, so get the original. Swing by for weekday Happy Hour from 11 am to 7 pm. Multiple locations · 529-1702 · tropicalisle.com
