Bayou Bar And Grill New Orleans

Wow! We had a fantastic time at the Bayou Bar yesterday evening. The service? On point: well-timed and not intrusive, and our server JC treated us like royalty. The food? Each of our four dishes were so tasty, flavorful and fresh. (They have a much larger menu than what you see online, so there are plenty of options to choose from.) We are vegan, and I wasn't sure if there would be much for us to eat, but I just reached out in advance and the team was so accommodating to our request. Of course, we sampled a few of their drinks, and each one was fabulous, in both taste and presentation. The music? Their Wednesday night jazz combo was so good - a great interpretation of some quintessential tunes and some that we didn't recognize - all were outstanding. The band interacted with the crowd and seemed to be having as much fun as the listeners. The atmosphere? If you are like me, I love a good ambiance. The Bayou Bar is warm and welcoming and it was fun watching the St. Charles streetcar outside the window. We enjoyed the lovely holiday decorations and particularly the cocktail ornaments. (Do be aware that the bar is lively and popular - at least it was last night - so get there early if you want a seat!) We also had the pleasure of meeting Katie, the manager. She was so friendly and professional, and you could tell she really cared for her team and the patrons. She has done an amazing job curating an over-the-top experience. Our visits on this trip to New Orleans have included the Commander's Palace and the Grill Room at the Windsor Court and our experience at the Bayou Bar blew both of those institutions out of the water. We will be back for sure!