Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop

(504) 522-9377

941 Bourbon St
New Orleans, LA 70116 29.9607 -90.064

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Neighborhoods: French Quarter, French Quarter - CBD

Hours:

Daily 11am-close

Parking:

Street

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop

What People Are Saying About Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop

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The Scene – Legend has it that the pirate brothers Jean and Pierre Lafitte used this location as a blacksmith shop, which served as a front for more lucrative, extra-legal pursuits (including the trafficking of slaves). It's also rumored to be the oldest building still standing in the entire Mississippi Valley. Since the '40s, however, it's served as a watering hole for locals, tourists and celebrities such as Tennessee Williams. – – The Draw – Sparsely decorated and lit--just barely--by candles, Lafitte's is a small, dark and cozy cavern, a place where many local…

1 Star Rating: Poor

08/25/09

VIOLENT MANAGER!‎

by user1080

I'm sorry, I have to step in.

All night long the manager was screaming at his staff.

Then he beat up a teenager for drawing on the sidewalk with chalk.

He must be on druggs or something because he acts like a kid.

  • Pros: None
  • Cons: Everything
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/09/09

Great Bar no lights only candle Lit!!!

by sandeesf

This is a fun old bar with tons of atmosphere. It is really great No lights just candle lit. It has a great piano bar in the back of the bar. Its a ways to walk off of Bourbon Street but worth the walk give it a try!!!

  • Pros: Charming and Oldest bar in the United States
  • Cons: A little walk off the beaten path
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/13/09

Best bar in NOLA

by KYSHARON

I had a wonderful birthday celebration here, Does anyone know who the piano player was on Sat 12/27? He was great and so much fun- will make this a regular stop when in town

  • Pros: comfortable
  • Cons: none

The Details on Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop

Know Before You Go:

Don't get caught in the dark: There are few lights inside the bar, it's mostly lit by candlelight.

Category:

Nightclubs, Piano Bars, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs

Payment Methods:

American Express, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard

Bar & Club Special Features:

After Hours, Romantic Nightlife, Live Music, Smoking Permitted

Smoking Permitted:

Yes

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