(504) 522-9377
941 Bourbon St
New Orleans,
LA
70116
29.9607
-90.064
Neighborhoods: French Quarter, French Quarter - CBD
Hours:
Daily 11am-close
Parking:
Street
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop
What People Are Saying About Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
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…
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
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
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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