Frenchmen Street

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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  • redcanvas
    Dryden, Canada150 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Must do when in NOLA!
    Strolled here a couple different ways. Several clubs with live music in the evening. Stroll in, have a drink, and move on down the street. There’s music outside as well. There is a vendor’s market near the Spotted Cat. Evening is best. Many tourists..so if that’s not your jam..avoid!
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written March 14, 2024
  • Paula A
    3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pleasant stroll
    French Market lacked a high level of local artisans. Too much touristy mainstream merch. The street is teaming with live music, less drunks and homeless. Has a nice vibe.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written April 13, 2024
  • MrP
    Nashville, Tennessee105 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Must go for lots of music and food choices
    Frenchman area is a must go to. Lots of great bands playing at dba, Maison, etc etc. And food ranging from hot dogs to fine dining. A problem venue is Frenchman hotel: room is tiny; way too small to accommodate bands and patrons. For example Tuba Skinny was playing and zero room for dancers as well as patrons. Find a courtyard or use dba more.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written April 14, 2024
  • Isabel R
    Santo Domingo Este, Dominican Republic1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    New Orleans a trip you must take
    All of New Orleans is wonderful, its people, the food, the drinks and the tours. The city surrounded by water and music. On every corner I found extraordinary musicians. The variety of places to eat or have coffee exceeded my eyes and expectations and what can I say about the shops to buy souvenirs
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled on business
    Written April 21, 2024
  • Sunshine64843597858
    Quito, Ecuador7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Frenchmen Street
    The atmosphere is beautiful, pleasant, festive and a visual pleasure. Compared to the wildness and craziness of Bourbon Street, this is a more casual experience, more friendly to something romantic or family-friendly. It could be said that it is the most cultured version of New Orleans nightlife, without saying that it is boring or anything less. Live jazz is a must in any of its restaurants or bars. Negative point? The food... Don't be fooled, the food in New Orleans is far from what is advertised by tourists. It is, to say the least, average on the bad side and the cost is really high. A junk food restaurant will not go below 20 USD per person. Do you want quality meat, in a good and iconic restaurant? prepare your wallet between 70 and 150 usd per person. Alcoholic drinks, on the other hand, are spectacular... Very varied style and flavor of cocktails, prices between 10 and 25 USD per drink. Highly recommended to take advantage of the happy hours! (do not forget that the age of alcohol sales is 21 years and therefore admission to many places is based on it). Return to New Orleans, definitely yes, but preferable to look for food from home!
    Visited May 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written May 30, 2024
  • Ginger B R
    Oswego, New York534 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Came here every night!
    Skip bourbon street...this is where it's at! The music in every bar was incredible, plus the whole street overall has such a vibe specific to Nola. Most bars do not charge cover, and if they do (Spotted Cat), its like five bucks. The Cat gets crowded, as it's small inside, but the music is the best. I am not sure where to eat around here. We had a po boy in a bar that wasnt too great. But the drinks, music, street poets with their typewriters, and the artist market all make this place a must.
    Visited February 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written August 15, 2024
  • Mullos1962
    Sydney, Australia1,155 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What about this Street?
    After a crazy night on Bourbon St the night before, we opted to head to Frenchmen St for a change. Five minute walk from our hotel and I immediately knew this was where we should be. Craft breweries, cafes, endless bars with no cover charge with amazing jazz muses doing their thing. A super art market with locals on show. Restaurants, street art - it has it all except the ridiculous crowds. Made our trip.
    Visited September 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written September 17, 2024
  • wannabefolkie
    Seattle, Washington1,162 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    C’est si bon!
    We asked our server at Ruby Slipper (see that review) where we should go that evening, and he recommended Frenchmen Street. It was on our list and that just moved it up higher. We went and were not disappointed. When we approached Chartres Street, the corner was full of people spilling out onto the street making it hard for cars to get through. It turns out there were musicians in front of the Willie’s Chicken Shack. It was the same way when we visited again three evenings later. We also enjoyed listening to a gentleman freestyling who included verses about our friend as we walked by, as well as a group in front of Frenchmen All Day. Not to mention all the restaurants/bars along Frenchmen that had musicians performing inside. Another bonus was the evening makers’ market apparently called the Frenchmen Art Bazaar that is open in the evening until midnight. We enjoyed being able to shop and purchase gifts from local artists. Definitely worth checking out Frenchmen, especially as a more tame alternative for nightlife than Bourbon Street.
    Visited January 2025
    Travelled with friends
    Written January 4, 2025
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Bob Q
Brooklyn, NY125 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
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!
Written February 12, 2023
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Patti2708
Vancouver, Canada25 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022
We are visiting New Orleans for two weeks and are here during NolaXNola. There are great free or inexpensive jazz shows every day at venues across the city. Many of the venues are on Frenchmen Street. The music is fabulous.
Written October 4, 2022
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lisaegg2016
Everett, WA36 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2021
I only wish that we had learned about this sooner. We visited Frenchmen Street on our last night in NOLA, per the advice of our food tour guide, and enjoyed some amazing live music in a couple of venues. Would've visited more places on this street on more evenings if we had known about it sooner. All of the music that we experienced was high quality. Highly recommend checking out this area (even over Bourbon Street, which is full of silly young adults)!
Written November 21, 2021
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Lee Ann S
Miami, FL60 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022
This is a fun stroll to take in some music at the many bars. Music starts around 2 pm, so you can go early to avoid some crowds. But nighttime is fun and vibrant despite the crowds. Also the craft/art shopping is only open at night
Written October 9, 2022
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Kathy K
Birdsboro, PA10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022
This street has so much atmosphere! It's not fancy, it's a place to hear great music by local musicians. There are seating areas accessible by everyone outside the clubs. Walk from one club to another and enjoy the sounds of New Orleans. While food is available, that is not the focus of this street - it's music. Basic food is available, but don't go there for a good dinner - go for the music. It's a friendly place with people parading down the street, musicians set up on the corner, lots of clubs with great bands. An outdoor art fair offers art and crafts for sale until 11pm/12pm. FRenchmen Street was the best part of our trip to New Orleans.
Written November 14, 2022
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Marilyn B
43 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023
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 .
Written March 25, 2023
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wigsy
Hamilton, Canada606 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Couples
First time we visited thanks to someone in our hotel suggesting it. This is soooooo much better than Bourbon Street. Better music, food and drinks better priced. The 2 block must be alive with about 12-15 acts in the evening. We had such a great time on Frenchman Street we went there for 2 evenings. Highly recommended
Written May 8, 2023
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Meredith G
3 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022
I was here last year after the hurricane and there weren't a lot of people, Went to Cafe Negril and had a blast listening to live jazz. This time it was so crowded, there was barely standing room. Had to leave because it was just too much. They have an outdoor market that was really cool, Lots of artists selling all kinds of things. Would love to go on a week night and see if it is better.
Written October 17, 2022
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bethcahill
Lutz, FL154 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023
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.
Written January 16, 2023
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plgarlepied
New Orleans, LA2,552 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Couples
You can park on the street 1-2 blocks away. Cheaper rates than the FQ. At/after 7pm it is FREE parking & that is when the bands really start going. Much nicer & cheaper then the French quarter. I rec this area..you can also walk here from the FQ
Written May 7, 2023
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