Bamboula’s is the place to go on Frenchmen Street. Featuring three bars and two stages for bands, this is your spot for fun, food and music. Come for the one-of-a-kind venue of an old printing shop–turned-bar, stay for the endless entertainment. 514 Frenchmen St. · 944-8261 · clubbamboulas.com
Buffa’s Bar has been featured in Esquire’s “Best Bars in America” for a reason. New Orleans favorites like shrimp and grits and boudin balls are just a sliver of their large menu of comfort foods that, combined with their signature drinks, will have you coming back for more. 1001 Esplanade Ave. · 949-0038 · buffasbar.com
J&J’s Sports Lounge is a Bywater classic that makes you part of the family with cookouts and potlucks during Saints games. Play your favorite jams on the jukebox and enjoy 11 types of beer on draft while catching the game or slaying at trivia. 800 France St. · 942-8877 · jjssportslounge.com
Mimi’s in the Marigny has all of your bases covered. Relax and enjoy casual drinks when you first arrive, then make your way upstairs for great food. Try some Spanish-inspired tapas for the energy you need late at night. Mimi’s serves food until 4 am on the weekends…what could be better than that?! 2601 Royal St. · 872-9868 · mimismarigny.com
