New Orleans
Compère Lapin
Cocktail bar
Why we point you here
When spirited-awards charted Compère Lapin as Best American Hotel Bar in 2019, they pointed you to one of New Orleans' most compelling drinking destinations.
It's worth building a night around, especially if you're ready to roam beyond the French Quarter's usual haunts and discover what makes this bar worth the detour.
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Charted by Spirited Awards· Last verified 2026-06-07