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Pat O'Brien's

Iconic New Orleans bar famous for its courtyard, Hurricane cocktail, and vibrant atmosphere in the heart of the French Quarter.

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There’s no better place to get the party started than Pat O’Briens. This is the official home of New Orleans’ most iconic drink: the hurricane. Born back in the 1940s at Pat O’Briens, no trip to the Big Easy is complete with at least one glass of hurricane. Much like pizza in NYC or currywurst in Berlin, you’ll find them on every corner, but not all hurricanes are created equally. For the original and reigning champ, Pat O’Briens will give you the perfect introduction to a hurricane. It’s also conveniently located so you can hop right over to your next destination, Preservation Hall.

theblondeabroad 4 years ago

Pat O'Brien's Guides

  • The Ultimate Bourbon Street Bucket List

    kaylee (Kaylee Giacomini)
    I know, I know, Bourbon Street is touristy. That being said, I live two blocks away from this iconic New Orleans stretch featured on everything from the show “Bar Rescue” to the film “Girl’s Trip”. Love it or hate it, if you’re visiting the city you must spend a night on Bourbon to see what all the talk is about. I’ve now been to every single establishment lining the strip (no exaggeration) and can share some of the most quintessential things to do at this 14-block-long frat party. This Bucket List is also in order starting from the Canal Street corner.

  • The 10 Best Concerts, Shows, and Venues in New Orleans

    kaylee (Kaylee Giacomini)
    It’s impossible to be bored in New Orleans. There’s always something to do, and if you don’t have set plans you can just walk outside and find something. Live music is everywhere from bars lining Bourbon to quiet streets by the riverbend. You don’t need concert or event tickets to have a good time, but if you're looking for a show New Orleans has plenty of established performances to check out ranging from seasoned jazz bands to burlesque drag queens.

  • New Orleans Favorites

    _kfunk (Kimberly Anne)
    These are my favorite spots in the Big Easy

Pat O'Brien's Articles

  • The Blonde Abroad’s Guide to a Weekend in New Orleans

    Welcome to the weird, wonderful, and truly one-of-a-kind streets of the Big Easy. Even if you’ve been all over the United States, you’ve never been anywhere quite like New Orleans. Often lost in the so-called flyover country, Louisiana is an undiscovered gem for countless travelers. A world away from California, New York, Florida and other […]

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