Maple Leaf Bar, New Orleans

This Riverbend establishment in New Orleans truly deserves the title of a "New Orleans institution". It exudes a wonderful atmosphere, with its charming pressed-tin walls and a lush tropical-themed patio. Moreover, it stands out as one of the city's premier venues for a diverse range of music genres, including blues, New Orleans-style R&B, funk, jazz, and zydeco. On Sunday afternoons, the bar even hosts the South's longest-running poetry reading.

One of the highlights is the Grammy Award-winning Rebirth Brass Band's regular Tuesday performance, which is a must-see show for everyone; Joe Krown also takes the stage around 10:30 pm. While it might be a bit of a trek from the French Quarter, the journey is well worth it, especially when combined with a visit to one of the nearby restaurants clustered around this bustling section of Oak Street.

Why You Should Visit:
You can either dance up a storm on the small dance floor or unwind at the bar in the adjoining room. Furthermore, there's a nice back patio where you can relax and take a breather.

Image Courtesy of Flickr and Infrogmation of New Orleans.

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Sight Name: Maple Leaf Bar
Sight Location: New Orleans, USA (See walking tours in New Orleans)
Sight Type: Food/Drink

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