Indulge in the lively Mardi Gras spirit at these NOLA Hotspots, where the city’s pulsating energy and festive revelry come together in an unforgettable celebration.
The Bower Bar
Just in time for Mardi Gras, The Bower Bar is unveiling a new caffeinated cocktail menu certain to kick things up a notch! Available Twelfth Night through Fat Tuesday, cocktails will feature an array of house-made brews, matcha, and more, perfectly balanced with ingredients from The Bower’s partner farm, Sugar Roots. According to Beverage Director Mickey Mullins, “Mardi Gras requires serious energy, so we wanted to create some cocktails that will give our guests a little giddy-up before hitting the parades.”
The specialty caffeinated cocktail menu will be available at The Bower Bar and adjacent sister restaurant, The Bower through February 13, 2024. The Bower Bar is located at 1320 Magazine Street.
Mister Mao
Mister Mao will offer revelers to-go Mardi Gras Bao Boards this carnival season. Priced at $200 (feeds 8 people), guests can indulge in:
- Five Spice fried chicken bites
- Hoisin pork belly
- Vietnamese pork and fish sauce mortadella
- Bao pickles of carrot with daikon radish
- Bao smears of hoisin BBQ with gochujang aioli
- Fresh herbs and crudite
- Steam at-home bao buns
From February 4th through February 12th, guests must preorder at least 48 in advance and pick up their orders at 4501 Tchoupitoulas Street.
Osteria Lupo
Located on several of the uptown parade routes, Osteria Lupo is the perfect stop for your modern Italian Mardi Gras treats. The restaurant will be offering an array of to-go options including Pizze like the Diavola – spicy nduja, jalapeño, and fontina; Quattro Formaggi – mozzarella, gorgonzola, Parmesan and fontina; and the 24-Month Proscuitto di San Danielle with Fior di Latte and basil. Cocktails are also available to-go including signature libations such as the Bandiera Rossa – strawberry, basil, peppercorn and sparkling wine; La Mola – Cimarron Blanco tequila, aperol, grapefruit, lime and Angostura; and the Negroni Bianca – Citadelle gin, Salers Gentiane, Rothman & Winter Apricot, and grapefruit. Osteria Lupo is located at 4609 Magazine Street. www.osterialupo.com
Virgin Hotels New Orleans
Revelers can enjoy a slew of Mardi Gras happenings until February 13 at Virgin Hotels New Orleans, 550 Baronne Street.
Mardi Gras Cocktail Menu at The Pool Club
- Date and Time: Now through February 13th (Fat Tuesday)
- Looking for a place to experience the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras this season? The Pool Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans invites guests and locals to relish in a festive Mardi Gras-inspired cocktail menu crafted by Lead Bartender Heather Blanchard:
- Carnival King – Espolon Reposado, Ponche Kuba cream liqueur, praline pecan liqueur, King Cake reduction, and lime.
- Hurricane Swizzle – Don Q Cristal, Chinola Passion Fruit, orange, mango, lime, and Tiki bitters.
- Neutral Ground – Hendricks, St. Germain, Aperol, and lemon.
Carnival at Commons Brunch
- Date and Time: Friday, February 9, 11AM – 2PM
- Commons Club is getting into the festival season with a unique Mardi Gras brunch experience. Enjoy delicious bites, and seasonal cocktails while you groove to the tunes of DJ Rusty Lazer. Reservations for February 9th can be made HERE.
Lundi Gras Bounce Brunch at Commons Club
- Date and Time: Monday, February 12, Time: Brunch 9AM-2PM | DJ 11AM-2PM | Drag Performances 11:30AM, 12:30PM and 1PM
- Dress in your most festive Mardi Gras attire and enjoy a brunch experience that captures the essence of the carnival season. Let loose with a specialty Mardi Gras cocktail in hand and feel the rhythm of the music of DJ Mikey Offline. Special guest Laveau Contraire, drag-queen extraordinaire, will be setting the vibe with multiple performances that’ll make you want to move & groove. Reservations can be made on OpenTable.