7 June 2023
Maison Bourbon offers traditional jazz on Bourbon Street. | Jeffrey Greenberg/Universal Images Group via Getty Images
Look beyond the t-shirt shops and strip clubs to find traditional jazz dens, lively karaoke bars, and iconic drinks
Bourbon Street is arguably the most famous street in the world. Go anywhere, mention New Orleans, and Bourbon Street is the next topic of discussion. While locals may tend to espouse the street’s party atmosphere, there is plenty to recommend, from iconic restaurants like Galatoire’s to greasy spoons like Clover Grill, just the ticket after a night of drinking. Beyond the strip clubs and t-shirt shops, the stage is set for having a great time at dance clubs and bars with live music and karaoke. No complaining about crowds, assertive shills, and loud music. If that’s a bother, a quiet hotel bar on Royal Street is a better fit. But if strong drinks and a party scene is in order, it doesn’t get better than Bourbon.