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Bourbon House, New Orleans, LA

Bourbon House

4.3
4.3
3616 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
“Arguably the best oyster bar of any white tablecloth restaurant in New Orleans” per the Times-Picayune, Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House is all about local seafood. If it’s not in season, you won’t find it on the menu. Enjoy authentic New Orleans dishes and oysters on the half-shell in a lively atmosphere overlooking Bourbon Street.

Dickie Brennan and his culinary team have created an incredible menu of classic New Orleans dishes complemented by new favorites. Signature favorites include Gulf fish on the Halfshell and New Orleans style Barbeque Shrimp.

Bourbon is a central focus at the bar with 200 bourbons on the list. Bourbon House is the perfect place for a specialty cocktail or a straight pour of that hard to find small-batch whiskey.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–21:00 Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (504) 522-0111
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    To learn more about Dickie Brennan & Co.'s catering options, please contact Sales at 504-521-8310.
  • Private party facilities
    The second floor at Bourbon House is the perfect location for your next function with five private dining spaces. Bourbon House can accommodate parties of 10 to 200.
  • Area
    French Quarter
  • Cross Street
    Iberville Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    A few short blocks away from the street car stop at Canal Street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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  • Join us for Happy Hour!

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 15:00 - 17:00
    If it's not in season, it's not on our menu. Beat the heat and relax while enjoying a fun & fresh happy hour bites & drinks! Offered every weekday 2pm - 5pm. DOZEN RAW OYSTERS ~ $20 ~ $8 BITES ~ CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS with hot sauce honey, pecans & goat cheese SHRIMP & CRAB BOUDIN BALLS with smoked seafood sausage, scallions & remoulade HARVEST FLAT BREAD with pesto, local squash, cherry tomatoes & ricotta DB CHARDONNAY & CABERNET ~ 4 PROSECCO ~ 6 MUSCADET ~ 5 ~$7 COCKTAILS~ TRILLIAN STARS with Absolut Citron, sangria tea, agave & pineapple FOURTY TWO with Hendrick's gin, blueberries, lime & soda DEEP THOUGHT with Still Austin bourbon, Campari, toasted sesame Lillet DAILY BEER SPECIAL ~ 2.50

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What 3,616 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bourbon House offers a tantalizing taste of New Orleans with standout dishes like chargrilled oysters and redfish. Guests praise the "fantastic" food and "great" specialty cocktails. While some service experiences vary, many servers are noted as "wonderful" and attentive. The vibrant atmosphere and extensive bourbon selection make it a must-visit.

3,616 Reviews
  1. Dennis

    Mississippi

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent. Young man named Justus waited on us. Food was delicious as well as the cocktails. Great evening. Recommend highly

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  2. Fabian

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Portions are smaller while the price is normal, compared to similar restaurants. Service is not up to what I would expect from a restaurant in that class. Food come out with almost 5 minutes difference between first and last plate on the table. Had to ask several times for water to be brought to table when they were prepared standing ready - had to get up and grab it myself. On another note, this restaurant and associated restaurant that belong to same group do not offer Military Discount! Red Fish Grill across gives 20% if you like to support military friendly businesses. Unfortunately they were not open when we had are luncheon.

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  3. Serina

    New Orleans

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I had the shrimp and grits. I loved the thick, creamy texture of the grits. The shrimp was good as well. I didn't like the barbcue sauce; it was too tangy. I also thought 5 shrimp was a little skimpy; most people give you at least 6 shrimp. My companion had some boudin balls and catfish and loved both dishes. I thought the waiter could have been more attentive, especially since there were very few customers in the establishment.
    Bourbon HouseResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Serina, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Bourbon House. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our shrimp & grits, boudin balls and catfish! We appreciate your feedback on the barbecue sauce and the portion size of the shrimp. We always aim to provide the best food and service to our guests, and we'll certainly take your comments into consideration. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience. Best regards, Gerilyn & the BH Management Team

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  4. Sergio

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the pleasure of dining at Bourbon House recently, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment I walked in, the ambiance set the tone for a delightful evening. The highlight, however, was undoubtedly the food prepared by Chef Jerrod, which was nothing short of spectacular. We started with an appetizer that was a perfect balance of flavors and textures, showcasing Chef Jarett’s incredible ability to elevate even the simplest ingredients. For the main course, I opted for the steak, cooked to perfection — tender, juicy, and beautifully seasoned. The side dishes were equally impressive, each one thoughtfully prepared and complementing the main dish wonderfully. Gavin, our server, was attentive and knowledgeable, offering great recommendations on both food and drink pairings. He had a great sense of timing and made sure we felt well taken care of without being intrusive. His service added an extra layer of warmth to the already welcoming atmosphere. Overall, Bourbon House offers an exceptional dining experience — the food, drinks, service, and desserts are all top-notch. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for an outstanding meal with a warm, inviting atmosphere.
    Bourbon HouseResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent experience at Bourbon House! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit with us! With guests as amazing as ours, the staff truly love going above and beyond to elevate experiences! Please visit us again in the future. Cheers! -Gerilyn and the BH team

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  5. JC

    New Orleans

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service! Definitely will be back.
    Bourbon HouseResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent experience at Bourbon House! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit with us! Please visit us again in the future. Cheers! -Gerilyn and the BH team

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  6. Mindy

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter, Hank, made our dinner a fantastic experience! He had excellent suggestions for drinks and food and was very attentive. Oysters were some of the best we’ve ever had.
    Bourbon HouseResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent experience at Bourbon House! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit with us! Please visit us again in the future. Cheers! -Gerilyn and the BH team

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  7. Keith

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and ambience! The red fish was excellent! I would definitely eat there again!
    Bourbon HouseResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent experience at Bourbon House! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit with us! Please visit us again in the future. Cheers! -Gerilyn and the BH team

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  8. Malcolm

    VIP

    New Orleans

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    For a non-brussel-sprout lover, anyone, whether they like them or not, should try this dish. The pork belly appetizer, bourbon shrimp, and shrimp and grits were also terrific
    Bourbon HouseResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for taking the time to review your recent experience at Bourbon House! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit with us! Please visit us again in the future. Cheers! -Gerilyn and the BH team

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  9. Don

    Columbus

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall a very disappointing experience, Started out with the server spilling our drinks all over the table and partially on myself. Took forever to get someone over to clean up the table, floor, etc. Waiter in the meantime went to his other tables, etc. Finally the table got cleaned off, new menus received and the drinks remade. This all toke at least 15-20 minutes. We sat probably another 10-15 till the waiter finally came back to take our dinner orders. When the food did come, it was OK at best. I had the blackened gulf fish and as I said, it was just OK. The seafood and sausage gumbo was also just OK. For what I paid, not the best meal. For all the trouble, nothing was taken off the bill which at least would have been something. Bottom line, there are better places in New Orleans.a

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  10. Kelly

    VIP

    Houston

    15 reviews

    1.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve been here before and it was great. I brought a group of 8 here expecting the same. Tonight was completely different. The wait times for drink and food was terrible. They need to improve their entire kitchen and service process. They apologized for well over an hour while waiting on food and drinks. During the course of 2hrs, our table only managed to get served 2 drinks, and 7 of 8 dinners, then after another 30 minutes the final entree arrived. They offered free desserts, so we ordered some desserts. After 20 mins of waiting for free desserts, we had to leave. Terrible night for the Bourbon House on 12/10/2024. We were there from 6-9pm and I’m sure nothing improved later. We finally got up to leave and I had to find the waiter to pay. While offering to comp food or drinks is a nice gesture, we don’t want free stuff we just want great food and service. That’s why we came to your restaurant. Lots of better choices in New Orleans to spend your evening, instead of the Bourbon House.

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FAQs

Bourbon House does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bourbon House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 522-0111.

Bourbon House is rated 4.3 stars by 3616 OpenTable diners.

Bourbon House does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today

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Google Map for Bourbon House

144 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Iberville Street
  • Area
    French Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–21:00 Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    A few short blocks away from the street car stop at Canal Street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (504) 522-0111
  • Catering
    To learn more about Dickie Brennan & Co.'s catering options, please contact Sales at 504-521-8310.
  • Private party facilities
    The second floor at Bourbon House is the perfect location for your next function with five private dining spaces. Bourbon House can accommodate parties of 10 to 200.
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