Gordon Biersch Brewery
200 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 522-2739
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Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: The Gordon Biersch menu consists of appetizers and entrees influenced by a variety of cuisines, all designed to complement Dan's signature lager beer.

Ampersand Club
1100 Tulane Ave., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 587-3737
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown

Big Easy of Canal
428 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 903-1763
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown

Cajun Queen
1 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 529-4567, (800) 445-4109
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown

Circle Bar (The)
1032 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 588-2616
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: The tiny (intimate) music room belies the size of the talent performing here on a nightly basis. In the shadow of General Robert E. Lee's statue, the Circle Bar is open daily from 9 p.m. until 4 a.m. with a Happy Hour between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Ernst Cafe
600 S. Peters St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 525-8544
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: Just two blocks from the New Orleans Convention Center. Ernst Cafe is a great place to have lunch, relax with a few drinks, or hold a meeting. Their private facility includes a 2,000 square foot balcony overlooking the Lafayette Pedestrian Mall and can accommodate from 50 - 500 people.

Fat Tuesday
1 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 566-8992
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown

Kabby's Sports Bar and Restaurant
2 Poydras St., Hilton Riverside Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 584-3880
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: With 24 42'' Plasma TV's and 8 30'' LCD TV, Kabby's Sports Edition Grille is voted Favorite Bar/Lounge by New Orleans Magazine's Readers' Choice Poll. Stop in for draft beer, burgers, muffulettas, po-boys, and more. Kabby's Sunday Brunch is available each Sunday 10am-2pm. Voted Best Jazz Sunday Brunch by New Orleans Magazine's Readers' Choice Poll, Kabby's Jazz Brunch offers the finest specialties and a breathtaking view of the Mississippi River.

Loa Bar
221 Camp St., International House Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 553-9550
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown

Loft 523
523 Gravier St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 200-6523
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: This New Orleans boutique hotel in the CBD features Frenchmen Street hipster favorites Los Vecinos and the Rob Wagner Trio on Tuesdays and Fridays, respectively.

Lucy's Retired Surfer Cafe
701 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 523-8995
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: Lucy's Cafe Pacifico serves southern California style Mexican food in an atmosphere which captures the flavor of the southern California coast. Serving grilled specialties, salads, and sandwiches, and a truly unique California breakfast. Awesome appetizers include the rali-platter (sampler), crawfish etouffee enchiladas, delicious grilled shrimp dishes and always fresh grilled and sauteed fish - All margaritas made with Cuervo Gold!

Masquerade
8 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 533-6000
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: Maquerade is a 2,400-square-foot ultra lounge situated at the center of Harrah's Casino which features a 42-foot tall high-tech ultrasensory video tower. The lounge also features a 32-foot ice bar, live shows and music, ultra hip dance floor, table games and slots, go-go dancers, an intimate private area, night sky-themed ceiling mural, and unbeatable drink specials.

New Orleans Creole Queen
1 Poydras St., Riverwalk/Canal St. Dock, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 524-0814
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: Battlefield: A Creole luncheon of New Orleans favorites such as Jambalaya, Gumbo, Red Beans and Rice, and Bread Pudding. Dinner Jazz: A classic New Orleans creole dinner set to some of New Orleans best riverboat jazz.

Pete's Pub
444 St. Charles Ave., Hotel Intercontinental, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 585-5401
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: For a casual diner or leisurely cocktails, Pete's Pub is an excellent spot to unwind. A highlight of this popular and lively watering hole is its impressive art collection, featuring historic scenes from New Orleans' greatest party - the Mardi Gras!

Polo Club Lounge
300 Gravier St., Windsor Court Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 523-6000
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: The Polo Club Lounge offers a convivial atmosphere in the surroundings of a sophisticated English club. Nightly Jazz, an all-day dining menu, signature cocktails and one of the largest Cognac collections in the city make it the locals’ favorite haunt.

Swizzle Stick Bar
300 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 595-3305
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown

Tucker's Tavern
635 S. Roman St., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 522-0440
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: Deep-fried burgers are the specialty here. The Big Tuck: a half-pound of ground beef stuffed with pepper Jack and American cheeses and bacon, battered and fried, then topped with barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese.

Vic's Kangaroo Cafe
636 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 524-4329
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Description: An Australian neighborhood pub located in New Orleans's warehouse district. Specializing in famous Australian wines, food & friendliness. "Hoppy " Hour: Monday thru Friday, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm; $ .50 off all drinks! They never close any earlier than 3:30 a.m. but if business allows they will stay open later!

Whiskey Blue
333 Poydras St., W Hotel, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 525-9444
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown