The Best Wine Bars in New Orleans
6 wine bars in New Orleans ranked by list quality, expertise, and atmosphere.
New Orleans wine bars are tucked between the citys legendary cocktail bars. The wine scene is smaller than the cocktail scene but serious — French wine dominates by tradition, with an increasing natural layer.
The bars cluster in the French Quarter, Marigny, and the Warehouse District.
Prices are mid range — $12 to $16 by the glass.
The 6 best wine bars in New Orleans
The Bower
Wine bar with a serious natural focus. The food is small plates. Reserve.
Bacchanal Wine
Wine shop with a backyard bar. Live jazz on weekends. The list is global. Open daily.
Mister Mao
Asian fusion restaurant with a serious natural wine list. The pairing is exceptional. Reserve.
Coquette
Restaurant with a deep wine list. The food is southern with French leanings. Reserve.
Compere Lapin
Caribbean-Italian restaurant with a serious wine list. Reserve.
Saint Vincent
Hotel restaurant with a deep natural wine list. The food is excellent. Reserve.
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