Frenchmen Street
Frenchmen Street
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
This popular stretch is the go-to spot for the best live music venues in the city—the Faubourg Marigny area is particularly popular.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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  • WilPowerMom
    103 contributions
    Where to go for Jazz in NOLA!
    Bourbon Street is sadly no longer for jazz - it's all clubs playing either rap or country. Frenchman Street is filled with jazz clubs and the groups are extremely talented musicians. Prices are very reasonable to boot!
    Visited December 2022
    Written December 13, 2022
  • Michele G
    London, United Kingdom41 contributions
    A perfect evening
    This bar is EXACTLY what we wanted to experience when we visited New Orleans. An amazingly relaxed vibe and musicians who clearly loved their trade. We sat, drank rum and soaked in wonderful live music. If you're in New Orleans you'd be letting yourself down if you didn't go here.
    Visited November 2022
    Travelled as a couple
    Written December 28, 2022
  • bethcahill
    Lutz, Florida164 contributions
    Hiding In Plain Sight
    Bourbon street is for tourists. Great music on Frenchman Street. nice bars. Hidden gem. They have an evening artisan market for locals to showcase their wares. Lots of top-notch bands.
    Visited January 2023
    Written January 16, 2023
  • Tyler H
    West Monroe, Louisiana27 contributions
    Real Jazz
    This is the New Orleans you want to experience. Real Jazz clubs with excellent musicians, good creole food and fun! Take a break from the Bourbon Street bustle and head down here for the real deal.
    Visited June 2022
    Written February 8, 2023
  • John O
    19 contributions
    The Street for Music
    Definitely check this street out. There are some good restaurants, like Adolpho's, and lots of music venues. Covers for music were usually 1 drink. Music was always very good. Not the zaniness of Bourbon street. More for the serious music listener although it is lively.
    Visited January 2023
    Written February 8, 2023
  • Bev Schaefer
    2 contributions
    Can't wait to come back to NOLA.
    THE MUSIC was amazing. Live music so varied and inspirational. Loved every minute of it! We heard many bands and a variety of music from jazz to old school orchestra music. So much fun!
    Visited February 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written February 10, 2023
  • Bob Q
    Brooklyn, New York114 contributions
    Maison Frenchmen 508 Frenchmen St
    My wife & I were delighted to learn that if you want to hear Jazz, Frenchmen St is where the neighborhood people go. We spent three hours in Maison Frenchmen listening to a great Jazz band called Eight Dice Cloth. The price of admission was that you had to buy a drink/beer during a set. The kitchen was closed but we were allowed to bring in food from across the street. Not being drinkers, I sipped my beers while my wife drank water. The waitress could not have been more welcoming and polite. There are other live venues along Frenchmen St. Have fun!
    Visited February 2023
    Written February 12, 2023
  • Shelby M
    4 contributions
    Jazz, Art, Food & Drinks!
    Frenchman street is where the locals go in the French Quarter. It's quieter than Bourbon, but has better live music venues and restaurants. There is also an art market that runs most nights that is definitely a worth while stop.
    Visited February 2023
    Written February 14, 2023
  • Paul O
    County Monaghan, Ireland4,363 contributions
    Better than Bourbon
    There were lots of jazz clubs here and we ended up in Cafe Negril for a couple of beers and to watch a live band. Can’t remember name of band but they were really good. It is about a 15 to20 min walk from Jackson square. The road is busy so we felt safe walking up it at night.
    Visited February 2023
    Written March 8, 2023
  • Marilyn B
    40 contributions
    Rich Culture on Frenchmen Street
    Just returned from one of many, many trips to NOLA - but first encounter with Frenchmen Street. Dat Dog (our reason for going there), Frenchmen Art & Books shop, music floating everywhere and - wow! - Street Poets! Great concept. Lucy Lloyd enchanted passersby with her vintage Royal portable typewriter fitted with red ribbon and typed a lovely spontaneous personal verse sparked by our brief conversation on a 4x6 notecard .
    Visited March 2023
    Written March 25, 2023
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Lake George, NY292 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
Stopped in early evening and listened to a variety of music. Enjoyable evening and felt more comfortable here than on Bourbon Street. Also stopped by on our last day in NO to take photos.
Written November 20, 2023
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Kerri S
60 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
What a street. The drunks and d^*heads can have Bourbon St and those wanting some class and damn fine music - go to Frenchman Street! So so good.
Written October 17, 2023
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Mark V
Bailey, CO89 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Family
I have no idea why Bourbon Street gets all the hype. Unless you are a 21 year old college kid letting loose, there is nothing there for ya. Go to other parts of this amazing city, just like Frenchman, garden district, or across the bridge on Mardi grass Ave.
Written October 15, 2023
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WanakaWitch
Wanaka, New Zealand238 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Friends
Far better than Bourbon Street. Spotted Cat had amazing jazz . This street is the way Bourbon street was , if you want to hear good jazz come here.
Written October 6, 2023
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Dana S
3 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Friends
Absolute best of real, authentic New Orleans. Relaxed, fun and jazzy vibe! DBA bar was excellent for drinks and comfort.
Written October 6, 2023
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Michael J
Las Vegas, NV5 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Family
Way cooler than the touristy areas, great music, great food, and the nicest people you'll ever meet in a large city. Just a wonderful experience!
Written October 2, 2023
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Tee V
2 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
I absolutely loved Frenchmen St. Eventhough, the area was crowded with people the vibe was chill. There's art, jewelry, drinks, live music and just good vibes. I preferred Frenchmen St to Bourbon St.
Written September 29, 2023
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Paris, France576 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
Amazing and colorful street art.
I suggest to head this street early morning if you wanna take nice pictures before it's crowded.
All bars and restaurants fully booked in the evening, we had no chance to experience the food or a show.
Written September 26, 2023
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Divatraveler50
Torrance, CA20 contributions
Aug. 2023
Amazing place to see live music!!! This is where the "locals" go. More of a grown and sexy vibe. Definite recommendation.
Written August 22, 2023
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Arnni
Overton, UK26 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Couples
The music on Frenchman street was a delight to hear after listening to some of the stuff coming from bourbon street. Try not to have too much to drink otherwise you’ll end up spending money on great artwork that you have to work out how to get home 😂
Written August 15, 2023
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