Famous Door, dating back to 1934, is Bourbon Street's oldest live music club still in business. The famous door refers to the front door of the bar that many celebrities and musicians have autographed. Inside there is a sunken dance floor situated in front of a glass-brick stage. The atmosphere is dark, loud, neon and raw. The acoustics and lighting system enhances the performances of the live New Orleans soul and blues bands. Later, when the live music ends, the older folks leave and the bar transforms into a dance club for the younger crowd. It is open from 4p onwards Monday to Wednesday, 3p onwards on Thursday till Friday and On Saturday and Sunday it is open from 2p.
Erin Rose is a popular Irish pub located on Conti Street. It may seem a little small for a bar, but once you enter you will realize that there exists a front bar and a back bar, not to mention the kitchen which offers some casual bar food. The dimly lit wooden interiors exude a cozy and comfy charm, where one can sit back and enjoy a drink. It also features a jukebox that adds to the vintage nostalgia. Do try the Frozen Irish Coffee. Erin Rose Merchandise like hoodies and tees are also available at decent prices.
Cat's Meow is one of the largest and most consistently crowded Karaoke bars in New Orleans. There is a line at the door at all hours, and the standing room is always tight. The interior of the club features a large dance floor surrounded by an elevated stage and several elevated bars. There is usually about a 45-minute wait to get on stage to sing one of more than 1000 songs in front of the crowd. The upstairs features a balcony overlooking Bourbon Street.