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“capturing the essence of New Orleans unlike any other”
Few places capture the essence of New Orleans like the Napoleon House: A 200 year old landmark that's as casual and unique as its French Quarter surroundings. The building's first occupant, Nicholas Girod, was mayor of New Orleans from 1812 to 1815. He offered his residence to Napoleon in 1821 as a refuge during his exile. Napoleon never made it, but the name stuck, and since then, the Napoleon House has become one of the most famous bars in America, a haunt for artists and writers throughout most of the 20th century. Owned and operated by the Impastato family since 1914, it's a place that suspends you in time, where you can hear Beethoven's Eroiqua, which he composed for Napoleon, and the music of other classical masters, while sipping a Pimm's Cup, and basking in an ambiance that could only be New Orleans.
Absolutely amazing. Took my daughter two years ago when she was 7. She would not stop talking about the dip !! Brought her back this year for her birthday dinner to celebrate year 9. And we went... Read more
The ambiance, service and food quality were the best value and quality that I experienced in the French quarter. Highly recommend the Boudin, cheesy bread, artichoke dip and stuffed avacado. Read more
Get the muffuletta. No reservations, and I think the line might take 20ish mins so arrive early if you can! We were strolling around the French quarter and walked right up to a long line to... Read more
Napoleon House
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- Sun - Thu: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Fri, Sat: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
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Credit Cards Accepted
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