Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Mid-City

We've collected top 10 mentioned rooftop bars in Mid-City from other articles such as Country Roads Magazine, Go Backpacking, Marriott International.

Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Mid-City

Commander's Palace
Commander's Palace
4.6 (4825 ratings)
Notable spot for refined Creole fare & an elegant jazz brunch in a chandelier-hung space since 1880.
1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBarBrunch restaurantCreole restaurantFine dining restaurantSeafood restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
4.7 (3562 ratings)
Longtime (since 1911) neighborhood hangout with a patio known for classic-style po' boys.
538 Hagan Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
BakeryBarRestaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by My New Orleans
Alfresco Fresh
"Po-boys have always made great outside eats, and Parkway has embraced the alfresco push wholeheartedly by essentially creating an entire outdoor restaurant. Diners can set up at one of Parkway’s plethora of patio tables (tented for rainy days) to down one of the city’s best sandwiches. Hits are too many to count, from exquisitely fried shrimp (make it a surf and turf by adding roast beef and gravy) to hot sausage."
Mentioned by Time Out New Orleans
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"This Mid-City po'boy purveyor has been a favorite for decades, featuring affordable drinks and some of the best po'boys around town. Proudly local and full of characters, the eatery was made extra-famous by a visit from then President Obama, and has been featured on a variety of TV shows. While waiting for your sandwich, peruse the memorabilia and pictures that adorn the walls."
Mentioned by Oprah Daily
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"Parkway has been around for over a century, since 1911 to be exact. Legend has it that the name poor boy, also referred to as po’ boy, comes from the Great Depression era when a sandwich was created to be given free of charge to transit strikers. Folks have been clamoring for Parkway’s poor boys ever since."
Ruby Slipper Cafe
Ruby Slipper Cafe
4.5 (5081 ratings)
Cheery cafe serving signature omelets, Southern brunch fare & cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.
200 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Brunch restaurantBarBreakfast restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Mentioned by Time Out New Orleans
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"Starting out in Mid-City in 2008, The Ruby Slipper Café has grown to five locations in the city. But the expansion has not diluted the genius menu that puts a New Orleans twist on breakfast and brunch faves. The bloody Mary is one of the best in the city (yes, there's bacon), and the innovative menu features a lengthy list of Benedicts (cochon de lait, crawfish-and-grits, fried green tomato), sweet offerings (Bananas Foster pain perdu, stuffed French toast) and even lighter offerings (a "skinny" version of their signature migas)."
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"What you're getting: Chicken St. Charles Though the Ruby Slipper has multiple locations around town, it’s best to hit up the Mid City original for a morning meal of fried chicken. Served over a biscuit and topped with poached eggs, the Chicken St. Charles is brought together by a creamy pork tasso sauce. And if that alone doesn’t do it for you, pair it with one of the six other eggs Benedict variations on the menu for just $15."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. It's a beautiful day to enjoy our BEAUTIFUL outdoor seating area!. Welcome to this cheery cafe that has been serving tasty Southern brunch fare in a laid-back atmosphere."
Coquette
Coquette
4.7 (616 ratings)
Trendy, chandelier-hung place serving locally sourced New American fare alongside craft cocktails.
2800 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
New American restaurantBarRestaurant
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Opened by chef Mike Stoltzfus and his wife Lillian Hubbard in December 2008, Coquette is a Garden District stunner, from its gleaming floors and crisp linens to its architectural details and warm exposed brick walls. Chef Stoltzfus proffers innovative southern cuisine with an emphasis on locally sourced product and pastry chef Zak Miller does the same, with an emphasis on unexpected twists that elevate dessert into something ethereal. He uses seasonal fruit, fresh herbs and surprising flavors like smoke and heat to bring something special to the table."
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Irish ChannelChandelier-adorned bistro known for innovative Southern cuisineThere are few things as sexy as feminism, so head to Coquette to enjoy the makings of a badass woman-run kitchen. Though chef Kristen Essig also recently opened the neighborhood restaurant Thalia, her Irish Channel mainstay is the better option for impressing a date. Beginning your meal with the $40 Pappy Old Fashioned (proceeds go to a local food bank) is a nice way to start."
Muriel's Jackson Square
Muriel's Jackson Square
4.6 (2655 ratings)
Classic Creole fare in a 19th-century building with old-world elegance, plus a Sunday jazz brunch.
801 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Creole restaurantAmerican restaurantBarBistroCocktail barEvent venueSouthern restaurant (US)Wedding venue
Fharmacy Nola
Fharmacy Nola
4.8 (681 ratings)
A laid-back destination for American comfort food with international flair, plus wine & beer.
2540 Banks St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Bar & grillBarRestaurant
Atchafalaya
Atchafalaya
4.7 (1536 ratings)
Creative Louisiana fare, drinks & brunch Bloody Mary bar in a high-ceilinged space lined with art.
901 Louisiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Contemporary Louisiana restaurantAmerican restaurantBarCreole restaurantRestaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
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"Eleven different spirits—including house-infused cucumber gin and a vibrant roasted garlic and herb vodka—are available as part of Atchafalaya’s infamous Bloody Mary bar, setting the stage for a raucous atmosphere in NOLA's Irish Channel neighborhood every morning from Thursday through Monday. The iconic cocktail also makes a guest appearance in the Fried Gulf Oyster Benedict, braising some greens alongside cornbread stuffing, poached eggs, and a brown butter hollandaise. Contemporary riffs on New Orleans classics are kind of the rule here, actually, right down to such remarkable appetizers as a strawberry and satsuma salad with arugula, black quinoa, and a balsamic mint dressing; fried green tomatoes with buttered Louisiana crab, and baby greens; and a rich duck and andouille gumbo prepared with buttered popcorn rice."
The Velvet Cactus
The Velvet Cactus
4.4 (1526 ratings)
Local chain serving Mexican-inspired dishes & cocktails in a funky, art-filled space.
6300 Argonne Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124, USA
Mexican restaurantBarBar & grillBrunch restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by startupfoodbiz.com
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"This unique New Orleans-infused Mexican food is a rarity among the New Orleans food community. Velvet Cactus is known for refreshing summer dishes, including a delectable watermelon salad perfect for a hot New Orleans day, along with delicious and shareable appetizers and larger entrée dishes. As if the food is not significant enough to peak your interest, the drinks certainly will."
Mentioned by whereyat.com
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"Velvet Cactus provides a taste of Texas in the heart of New Orleans. With its Mexican-inspired art in neon hues and various outdoor tables, this restaurant and bar steps ahead as one of the most distinct Mexican spots of the city. Under good weather conditions, people can enjoy a margarita in the moonlight at their front patio."
Ms. Mae's
Ms. Mae's
4.4 (493 ratings)
Drink deals, a jukebox & table games draw lively crowds to this 24/7 dive-bar mainstay.
4336 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Bar
Public Service
Public Service
4.1 (184 ratings)
New Southern cuisine & whiskey cocktails served in a spacious, stylish space at the NOPSI hotel.
311 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
American restaurantBarRestaurant
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"A dynamic community gathering place, Public Service is a casual-yet-sophisticated restaurant with a menu honoring the Gulf Coast’s hard-working fishermen and farmers. Our chefs prepare contemporary cuisine in an open-display kitchen highlighted by an open-flame rotisserie.Join us for a relaxing...Mehr"
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Public Service is a sophisticated space inside the NOPSI Hotel in the CBD . Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, bar bites and happy hour menus alike present southern-inspired farm-to..."

Best History Museum in Mid-City

Free People of Color Museum
Free People of Color Museum
4.8 (128 ratings)5 (33 ratings)
2336 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
MuseumEvent venueWedding venueHistory Museums
Mentioned by AFAR
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"Before the Civil War, New Orleans was home to the largest and wealthiest population of free people of color (abbreviated to F.P.C. by the museum) in the South. To understand their journey, heritage, and achievements, schedule an hour-long tour of Treme’s Le Musée de F.P.C.—the only museum of its kind in the United States. The detailed lesson, both profoundly sobering and inspirational, begins with the founding of New Orleans in 1718 and continues to the 1896 Plessy v. Ferguson Supreme Court decision, a case that started in New Orleans and that resulted in national segregation."
Mentioned by New Orleans
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"Free People of Color (f.p.c.) is the term used to describe Blacks who were born free or freed before the Civil War. The presence of f.p.c. in New Orleans is recorded back to 1722 and New Orleans was home to one of the largest populations of f.p.c. Le Musée de f.p.c. honors those artists, artisans, entrepreneurs, educators, physicians, journalists, business owners and professionals who made New Orleans what it is today. This beautiful house displays artwork and history of f.p.c. in New Orleans and honors the contributions they made to the City."
Treme's Petit Jazz Museum
Treme's Petit Jazz Museum
4.8 (121 ratings)5 (22 ratings)
1500 Governor Nicholls St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
MuseumArt MuseumsHistory MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by AFAR
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"After voodoo (or vodou) came to New Orleans in the 1700s—first via West African slaves, then with Haitians after the Haitian Revolution—it entwined with the city’s identity. Which is why, since the 1970s, a French Quarter visit has been deemed incomplete without a stop at the tiny Historic Voodoo Museum. If it’s lore you seek, you’ll find it here."
Madame John’s Legacy
Madame John’s Legacy
4 (33 ratings)3.5 (47 ratings)
632 Dumaine St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksChildren's museumArchitectural BuildingsHistory Museums
Mentioned by Thrillist
Every Single Free Museum in New Orleans
"French QuarterArchitecture enthusiasts will quickly and easily fall in love with New Orleans, and for good reason; the city is prized for its distinctive architectural style. And nowhere will you find a better example of this than at Madame John’s Legacy, a primo example of Louisiana’s 18th-century architectural design, and an official National Historic Landmark."

Top Rated Parks to Visit in Mid-City

Washington Artillery Park
Washington Artillery Park
4.5 (291 ratings)4 (70 ratings)
Outdoor space by the river featuring monuments, old artillery, artists & street performers.
768 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Photography & Travel
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"The Mississippi River is a very prominent part of New Orleans, so you have to get a picture along its banks. My favorite spot is just south of Jackson Square where you can get a nice shot of the Crescent City Connection Bridge in the background. This shot below was late in the day we arrived after a long flight."
The Singing Oak
The Singing Oak
4.7 (272 ratings)
New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Park
Mentioned by Louisiana Official Travel and Tourism Information
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"You may very well hear this tree before you see it: a massive live oak in the middle of City Park. The Singing Oak is an art installation by artist Jim Hart that features wind chimes measuring as long as 14 feet. Part of the charm of The Singing Oak is just finding it."
Louis Armstrong Park
Louis Armstrong Park
4.5 (4516 ratings)4 (1003 ratings)
31-acre park that's home to historic Congo Square & hosts concerts, films & other events.
701 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
City parkNature & ParksPark
Mentioned by New Orleans 3 days itinerary
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"Just outside of the French Quarter is Louis Armstrong Park, a public space honoring the jazz musician it was named after. Inside, there are iconic sites like Congo Square, a historic meeting place for slaves in the 1800s. There are also sculptures, a duck pond and plenty of green space where you can relax after spending your morning walking around the city."
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
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"There aren’t a ton of green spaces in downtown New Orleans, so Louis Armstrong Park, just outside the French Quarter, is a welcome option. Given its proximity to the city’s culture, the park has also become a hub for festivals and seasonal events. It’s a well-designed, landscaped spot that packs a lot into 32 acres."
Mentioned by Hospitality of New Orleans
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"Another well know park and named after a famous musician, is the Louis Armstrong Park. It’s located in Treme near the French Quarter. It has sculptures and vendors selling food and crafts."

Best Rated Movie Theaters in Mid-City

Saenger Theatre
Saenger Theatre
4.8 (2578 ratings)4.5 (351 ratings)
Landmark theater showcasing a wide range of live musical acts, plus touring theatrical productions.
1111 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsDrama theaterLive music venueTheaters
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"Established in the French Quarter as an “atmospheric” movie theatre in 1927, the Saenger Theatre fell on hard times by the 1960s and was renovated as a performing arts venue in the late-1970s. Katrina hit the Saenger Theatre hard, but fortunately the building was in the middle of restoration so many of its fittings had been removed as the waterline was above stage level. This brought on another phase of restoration that continued right up until Jerry Seinfeld took the stage for three nights in September 2013."
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"New Orleans is a tough city that has been through a lot – and Saenger Theatre is no stranger to those hardships. Originally built in 1927 as an “atmospheric” movie theatre, it has gone through plenty of restorations and hard times before it was finally brought back to life. Although the Saenger has cut its capacity from its original 4,000 seats to 2,600, the theatre is still a must-see locale while in New Orleans."
Mentioned by UpgradedPoints.com
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"With decorative moldings and ornate archways, the interior of the Saenger Theatre replicates that of a grand Italian courtyard, complete with a starry sky ceiling. Having been devastated by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the theatre underwent a huge restoration project and reopened in 2013 to offer a bustling schedule of live music, lectures, comedy, and more."
The Civic Theatre
The Civic Theatre
4.6 (344 ratings)4.5 (5 ratings)
Stately theater, built in 1906, presenting an eclectic calendar of musical performances.
510 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
Event venueConcerts & ShowsConcert hallTheaters
Mentioned by Yurview
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"The theatre was originally built in 1906 and completely renovated in 2011. The venue is now used for concerts, plays, films, corporate events, and private parties."
Preservation Hall
Preservation Hall
4.7 (3021 ratings)4.5 (5263 ratings)
Historic, all-ages place for jazz in a no-frills space with wooden floors & no air-conditioning.
726 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Live music venueSights & LandmarksTheatersPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Curbed New Orleans
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"If you're looking for a kid-friendly jazz venue in New Orleans, this is it. The all-ages music landmark offers sets of jazz nightly—fyi, there's no food and beverage service—with some shows starting as early as 6 p.m. Pro tip: Queue early and grab one of the benches; seating is first-come, first-served."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
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"Opened all the way back in 1961, Preservation Hall is a historical landmark in New Orleans housed in a building associated with a house band, a record label, and a non-profit foundation."
Mentioned by JustLuxe
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"Three blocks from the mighty Mississippi is Preservation Hall, a haven for well-rounded jazz musicians to play the soundtrack of New Orleans to sold-out crowds.[Learn more]"

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Mid-City

Sextant | The Lola | 5 min drive to Bourbon St | Rooftop | 3 Bed 2 Bath
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$158 /night
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