The Friendly Bar
Cocktail Lounge · New Orleans, LA
About
Don't expect a slick cocktail lounge. This is a true Marigny dive bar with strong, cheap drinks and a loyal local crowd.
The vibe is casual and friendly, with a pool table, smoking area, and occasional after-hours energy. Meat night is a hit with regulars. It's woman-owned and LGBTQ-owned, open daily from late morning until 2am.
Located deep in the Marigny, near Marigny Street, it's a neighborhood staple away from the French Quarter bustle.
Features
- ✓Meat night draws a regular crowd
- ✓Pool table and smoking area
- ✓After-hours vibe on some nights
- ✓Woman-owned LGBTQ-friendly dive bar
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 44 reviews. 7 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“Great neighborhood bar!”
Full of regulars and people from the neighborhood. I love meat night, such a clever concept. The female owner is so sweet. Happy my friends brought me to this fantastic bar. I've had warm and joyful experiences there. It feels like family.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Over a year ago. Fun bar, but the bartenders won't turn up the music. Lame. Nice people.
A guest · Over a year ago
“They got the name right!!!!”
A very friendly neighborhood spot in the Faubourg Marigny. Highly recommended.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours? +
Open daily: Mon-Thu 12pm-2am, Fri-Sun 11am-2am.
Is food served? +
We don't have confirmed food service info. Claim this listing to add them.
What's the crowd like? +
Mostly locals in their 20s and 30s, with a mixed LGBTQ+ crowd. It's known as a chill neighborhood spot.
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