Napoleon House Bar & Cafe
(504) 524-9752
500 Chartres St
New Orleans,
LA
70130
29.9559
-90.0651
Neighborhoods: French Quarter - CBD, French Quarter
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In Short
Napoleon House was supposedly built by French loyalists in the hopes that it would be used by Napoleon Bonaparte, who was exiled on Elba at the time. With classical music providing a genteel background, the restaurant-bar sports a dark, quiet and comfortable ambience, making it a hangout for bohemian and eclectic types. While the cafe serves sandwiches and traditional local fare, Girod's Bistro, a separate restaurant, offers upscale cuisine including grilled duck, seafood and tapas selections.
User Reviews
catotheelder
November 12, 2008
From the gorgeous courtyard to the wait staff of classy gentlemen in bow-ties to the consistent strains of classical music to the 18th century environs... Simply put, Napoleon house is a classic. Great as a bar or an afternoon lunch stop, and not to be forgotten for dinner parties, company events, or receptions. The fair is pretty standard New Orleans bistro food made the right way and sold at a great price for the French Quarter ($6-10). Napoleon House is the best place to destress and relax during lunch. And be sure to try a Pimm's cup. If you are only in New Orleans for a short time, Napoleon House should definitely make your top list of lunch spots to try out.
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cagey_a
May 27, 2008
Didn't have a chance to eat there, but did enjoy sitting at the beautiful old bar on two occasions. Mario at the bar makes the best bloody mary EVER! Cheap beer and good Pimm's cups. Great atmosphere!
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mary1raymond
May 02, 2008
We love Napoleon House. You can stop in for a helping of affordable jambalaya/muffaletta, and it's GOOD! Unless you're famished, you could split one muffaletta with someone, along with a cold Abita Springs beer, and feel content. One day we did have to wait awhile for our waiter, but it happened only once. Atmosphere is casual to quaint, depending on where you sit, and the place is clean. The courtyard is delightful. It may be best to go there at "inbetween times" when they're not so busy.
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Where to Sit:
Dating duos can sit in the historic bar's intimate alcove.
What to Drink:
Try a Pimm's Cup cocktail: Pimm's, lemonade and 7-Up.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Outdoor Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
