Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Bywater

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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New Orleans

Neighborhoods

BywaterCarrolltonCentral Business DistrictChalmetteFrench QuarterGarden District

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

69 restaurants available nearby

1. JusTini's

4.2

Awesome(107)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Bywater

Booked 18 times today

Located in the Historic Bywater Neighborhood, this restaurant is the perfect ambience for a romantic date, night out with friends or a business lunch meeting.

2. Silk Road

4.4

Awesome(236)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • The Marigny

Booked 3 times today

Silk Road, a New Orleans restaurant, features the modern cuisine of India and Asia and incorporates those flavors with contemporary American cuisine. We only use fresh local ingredients and fresh seafood that is a signature of New Orleans. Come visit us in the beautiful Marigny neighborhood of New Orleans for an evening full of delightful wine, amazing cuisine, and good company.

3. Luke

4.6

Exceptional(9313)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Central Business District

Booked 102 times today

Luke is a Creole-inspired Brasserie located in the heart of New Orleans’ Central Business District on world-famous St. Charles Avenue, steps from the French Quarter neighborhood. A lively atmosphere surrounds the raw bar offering the freshest seafood and oysters procured daily from the Gulf of Mexico. Chef Erick Loos is at the helm of the kitchen featuring dishes that highlight local purveyors and farmers’ market ingredients. Behind the bar, a selection of bartender-created specialty cocktails are offered among a carefully-curated list of wines from throughout the world and locally crafted brews.

4. Brennan's

4.7

Exceptional(12073)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 156 times today

Finalist "Outstanding Restaurant" James Beard Foundation 2022. “Best Restaurants in the World” -Condé Nast Traveler. “Top 10 Best Restaurant in the South” -Southern Living. “Top 10 Restaurant in New Orleans” -NOLA.com. Welcome to Brennan's! Our menus marry classic Creole traditions with inspired, contemporary influences. Breakfast at Brennan’s is a spirited, indulgent way to begin your day! Bubbles at Brennan's Happy Hour features discounted bottles of premium Champagne. Flaming Bananas Foster, invented at Brennan's, is a timeless New Orleans tradition. Dine in one of 8 glamorous dining rooms, our famously lush courtyard, or our spectacular wine cellar.

5. Domenica

4.5

Awesome(7534)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 79 times today

Domenica translates to “Sunday,” in Italian, it is the day of the week to explore and cook leisurely, abundant meals. At Domenica restaurant, our chefs seek to transport guests to those coveted moments, offering passionately prepared dishes that marry pure, local ingredients with revered techniques.While the menu is rooted in tradition, our chefs focus on elevating Italian ingredients and classic flavors to create modern classics, adapted for the contemporary palate of New Orleans. The fresh pastas made by hand daily, roasted vegetables, meats and Napolitano style pizzas, all prepared in the restaurant’s iconic wood oven, are perfectly complemented by custom-brewed beers, seasonal craft cocktails and an Italian-focused wine list.

6. Copper Vine

4.8

Exceptional(2443)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Central Business District

Booked 70 times today

Copper Vine is a wine gastropub nestled in downtown New Orleans surrounded by lush greenery. With 30 wines on tap and a menu featuring Southern Regional cuisine, our lunch, brunch, and dinner menus are perfect for sharing and pairing with our extensive wine list or curated cocktail list.

A photo of Commons Club Bar & Restaurant restaurant

7. Commons Club Bar & Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(536)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Central Business District

Booked 6 times today

The Kitchen at Commons Club offers an eclectic menu with reinvented takes on contemporary Southern dishes. Our menu offers a relaxed, yet elegant experience in The Big Easy. Prepare to go on a journey where “Everyone Leaves Feeling Better”.The Bar at Commons Club serves creative cocktails in a beautifully designed setting. Thoughtfully crafted drinks, wine and beer are enjoyed alongside tempting bar bites and a rotating lineup of live entertainment. The Shag Room is an intimate space for small groups to meet, connect, share stories and let their hair down. Decked in plush, luxurious fabrics, the lounge area is aptly suited for both a solo working session during the day or an evening night cap. For an even more exclusive feel, The Shag Room is also bookable for private gatherings or activations.

A photo of Broussard's Restaurant restaurant

8. Broussard's Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(4123)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole • French Quarter

Booked 38 times today

Since Broussard’s first opened its doors in 1920, our sensational French-Creole cuisine and historic French Quarter architecture have delighted locals and visitors alike. Enjoy brunch in the courtyard, dinner in our elegant dining rooms, or cocktails at the Empire Bar. Our innovative dishes and attentive service will create an experience you’ll remember for the next 100 years. Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator's 2024 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine.

9. Meril

4.6

Exceptional(6607)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Warehouse District

Booked 68 times today

Located in the Warehouse District, Meril is Chef Emeril Lagasse’s lively restaurant in New Orleans. Meril’s casual restaurant interior is marked by a signature open style kitchen and a large bar area, featuring a varied wine selection and craft cocktails. Named after his daughter, the restaurant showcases some of Chef Emeril’s favorite dishes that he loves to eat, featuring everything from Wood Fired Flatbreads to Korean Chicken Wings. Lagasse brings his expertise and distinguished hospitality to Meril, creating a deliciously spirited dining experience.

10. Chemin à la Mer

4.6

Exceptional(1198)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Central Business District

Booked 26 times today

Acclaimed Chef Donald Link honors his commitment to quality steaks and boutique oysters with his classic steakhouse overlooking the Mississippi River. For guests seeking a classic American steakhouse and oyster bar, Chemin à la Mer delivers excellent cuts of beef and the very best selection of Gulf Coast oysters. The menu features a grand oyster bar, specialty steaks, and Gulf seafood, subtly incorporating inspired flavors from the West Indies and neighboring local regions.

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Delinda
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service, very good food and amazing cocktails.
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Copper VinePrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Central Business District
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our server was Will and he did a great job. Food was excellent.
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LukePrice: Moderate• French• Central Business District
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4.6
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SarahVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •76 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
The service at Brennan’s was top tier, no question about it. The food was good and beautifully served. We had a lovely meal, served by a charming wait staff and we enjoyed it immensely.
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Brennan'sPrice: Expensive• Creole• French Quarter
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4.7
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Katrina
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
Good food…Great service…the atmosphere is top notch Celebrated with my besties for Galentines and we really enjoyed our food, the drinks (The CEO) and our time together was well spent. Will be returning to celebrate for my birthday.
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JusTini'sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Bywater
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4.2
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Muriel
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 7, 2025
Silk Road is always a great place to eat and I love the menu.
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Silk RoadPrice: Moderate• Indian• The Marigny
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4.4

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