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House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

Music Venue, Rock Club, and Bar

French Quarter, New Orleans

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Ranked #6 for music venues in New Orleans
"Piano Night the Monday between JazzFest weekends :)"(2 Tips)
"Do NOT order the VooDoo Shrimp"(2 Tips)
"I love attending concerts at the House of Blues."(7 Tips)
"Great venue on 2 levels, with a huge bar and a cool concert theatre."(7 Tips)

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Nicole CheramieNovember 9, 2018
Party with music legends at this famous venue for live music. Come early to snap a few pics of the artsy interior. Don't want to stand for the show? Balcony seats are first come with comfy seats.
Gambit New OrleansJune 26, 2012
3 FREE weekly events- Wednesdays: the Parish, singer/songwriter showcases 7-9 p.m. Fridays: Voodoo Garden, music happy hour 5-8 p.m. Sundays: Backyard Blues party, 3-6 p.m. $3 mimosa & $5 bloody mary Read more
Ellen DeGeneresMarch 12, 2012
I heard my friend Barbara Menendez's band play here. They're called "The Help" and they are amazing.
DobDecember 8, 2013
It is really an amazing place. All is music... And of real quality... And the food which these bright people recommend is worth tasting. A must to be visited...
Erik RowleyFebruary 3, 2015
Never got to see a concert here but the food was very good. Will have to come back so I can compare it to the Chicago one.
Carrie CrawfordJanuary 28, 2017
This was a stop for my husband and I on our move out to New Mexico. Wish we could've stayed longer. The bartender was so nice. We only got drinks tho.
Amy ClarkeNovember 27, 2023
Best jambalaya, shrimp pasta, and bread pudding. Love music was good too!
NatalieSeptember 29, 2015
Try the bread pudding, you can thank me later. Super generous portion and covered in caramel.
Yasmin SanchezMay 9, 2016
Great atmosphere! I visited on 5/8/16, and had the best host and waitress. Food and dessert were both great. Interesting decor.
Christopher PiazzaSeptember 24, 2014
Very different from HOB Orlando but in a good way. There's a great atmosphere and the venue always has something going on!
Grisell MDecember 30, 2018
“Super silent disco”: you wear headphones to listen either DJ’s depending on the color you select. Weird 🤪
Erick GreeneApril 5, 2012
Parking in Canal Place parking garage is the best deal when visiting House of Blues NOLA. Ask your server or hostess about validating your ticket for cheaper parking!
Gambit New OrleansNovember 16, 2012
Play Gambit’s 2012 Bar Stampede at House of Blues and you could win $1,000 in New Orleans bar tabs. Look for the secret code word in this bar to enter to win. Promotion ends December 30, 2012 Read more
Patrick SalviFebruary 2, 2018
Great venue on 2 levels, with a huge bar and a cool concert theatre.
Jessica LakeMarch 31, 2017
Awesome venue. Attended a wedding there and the staff were attentive, professional, and efficient.
AT&TMarch 30, 2012
Come by the AT&T Fan Zone at Bracket Town at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on Mon, April 2, for a chance to get an autograph from basketball legends Jay Williams, David Robinson, & John Havlicek!
Amaury TouchyourTrililiJune 25, 2018
Gumbo as appetizer, smokehouse platter as entrees with add mac&cheese, a must have
Iris ThompsonJuly 14, 2017
Love the live music. But the Shrimp and Grits was disappointing. The grits were shaped into a patty and fried. A little hard. Not creamy at all.
Amaury TouchyourTrililiJune 25, 2018
Gumbo as appetizer, smokehouse platter as entrees with mac&cheese, a must have
Crystal SorrowSeptember 24, 2014
Been here 10+ times
One of the best concert venues! I can't count how many shows I've been to here!
Krewe of RocckusFebruary 21, 2011
Better Than Ezra's Krewe of Rocckus is counting down to Mardi Gras! The band is proud to include HOB as one of many official destinations on the agenda. Get in on the action @ www.roadtomardigras.com.
Genny DeanJune 5, 2015
Awesome place to see shows. Not too big, so anywhere in GA is good
Lauren WaldrumJune 2, 2014
Amazing venue - every spot in the house is good
VH1July 21, 2010
Perfect happy hour spot every day from 3-6pm. Live music on the patio plus cheap eats and drinks! It’s a great way to kick off the weekend. – Team Live Nation
VH1July 21, 2010
One really cool thing about this location is that sections of the building’s structure dates back to 1890, where it was used as a trading post, warehouse, and shoe factory. – Team Live Nation
Kelly SelbyNovember 1, 2016
Excellent cocktails & bartender janelle.
Amanda LincolnNovember 8, 2013
Really cool venue for Music, intimate and unique. Fun on Halloween
Melanie TurnerDecember 5, 2014
The only reason to visit here, in my humble opinion, is if there is a performance you want to see.
SaraJanuary 25, 2011
Awesome service, we went here twice because of Josh! The entire restaurant is awesome...will return if we are ever in NOLA again!
Ranger joeFebruary 15, 2015
Atmosphere is awesome. Service was slow but the food made up for it.
Bob ZadJanuary 28, 2014
I had so much fun I don't remember leaving the place.
LesterOctober 1, 2015
Great for live music. Needs better bartenders.
Evan ForceMay 27, 2012
Abby is an excellent manager. She has great report with guests and works hard to help her staff.
Timothy ScheffelSeptember 9, 2016
Great food. Friendly staff.
Andrea MenziesDecember 4, 2018
What used to be a good music venue has turned to garbage over the years. They hate their customers now here.
Shannon HoltMarch 5, 2014
The best face and body at Mardi Gras by Bombshell Body Art!!! (yes that's us!!!) bombshellbodyart.com
OctoberAugust 26, 2016
Great for live music!
Francisco Queliz SanchezAugust 5, 2018
Good music, location and food.
Krystal PeakFebruary 14, 2013
Gospel Brunch on Sunday. All you can eat and drink mimosas.
Dilbert FairwellMarch 2, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Tuesday on the patio is open mic comedy. Thursday on the patio is closed mic comedy. Something for everyone, good and terrible. Mostly terrible.
Miss HericoApril 26, 2013
5/2/2013, 10:30pm - Jon Cleary sits in with Karl Denson's Tiny Universe performs a funky tribute to Ray Charles
Andrew HealanApril 26, 2014
Been here 25+ times
haunted by the spirit of Dan Akroyd. He is not yet dead, just doing research for Ghostbusters 3.
Candice RiveraOctober 27, 2015
Great venue for concerts
Andrea MenziesDecember 4, 2018
Beware their random searches. A fun place for shows, but they hate their customers.
Rick LatonJanuary 19, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Always do VIP.
Sarah KellerSeptember 25, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Love this place! Caroline the cocktail waitress is the best!!
Shelley HillDecember 18, 2013
I really can't but I'd love to be able to go here someday. I bet everything is unbelievable and fantastic. So I recommend 100% you could never go wrong with the blues and food and drinks. Wow!!
La LoFebruary 22, 2015
Great place to hear live rock
randy guilminoFebruary 13, 2015
Led Zeppelin 2 performed last night. Good show but singer was a little off.

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