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8316 Oak St
New Orleans, LA 70118
Fax: 504-861-8923

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There's a reason why locals and tourists alike flock to the Maple Leaf Bar, and it isn't the overcrowded dance floor. While the heat from the throng of revelers can be stifling, the history, character and steady stream of musicians overcome it and triumph to make Maple Leaf the quintessential New Orleans club.

The patterned tin walls, wood accents and candlelit patio capture the 'jumpin joint' past or the club -- Originally a chess and music club --- while the two full bars and lively R&B, Cajun, Zydeco and Reggae music keep the crowd gyrating even at sweaty, close quarters. The masses typically overflow out onto the street where the party atmosphere continues until daybreak.

Tuesday nights are packed with The Rebirth Brass Band's regular set and Sunday afternoons continue the 20-year tradition of poetry readings. The variety of music, moderately priced drinks and diverse crowd ensures that everyone will find a reason to stop by Maple Leaf at least one night a week.

9 Ratings and Reviews

  • Funky

    Review rating : 5out of 5   cool14001 - 03/31/2009

    They always have a band that you can dance and move to. You can't help it. If you aren't dancing then you are the odd man out at this place. The best back porch in the world, small and cozy. Strong drinks at a fair price. I've been there twice this month. Saw Big Sam's Funky Nation. A great place if you want to get away from the french quarter scene. In one word: FUN.

  • maserati

    Review rating : 3out of 5   fab50 - 12/20/2005

    If you like the flavor of New Orleans then you'll love this place

  • Time Warp

    Review rating : 5out of 5   welch847 - 05/20/2005

    I walked into the Maple Leaf to get a beer and left 12 years later. Oh the stories that I can tell, and those that I can not make this the best place to be.

  • Loved It! So much History...

    Review rating : 5out of 5   amandahcmsw - 02/18/2005

    I thought this was a really cool place for a tourist (which I was)... the band was great the night I was there and the building was full of history. Check it out!

  • pee u

    Review rating : 0out of 5   pad41153 - 03/25/2004

    it sucked!

  • Fleabone24's Review

    Review rating : 5out of 5   fleabone24 - 02/27/2002

    Went there on my 1st night in New Orleans...And ate at Jacques Imos...Can you start your trip any better..I say no way..Re-Birth was as good as I heard they would be..I was ther with my Father who will be 70 in June..He took me for a week and Boy did we see the sights.. From Vaughan's to the Red Room..Pete Fountain's night club..Preservation Hall twice..Donna's twice..Gennifer Flower's new bar on 720 St. Louis..Mimi,Your FAB
    Anyone who wants to have fun..try all these spots and stop mby the Column's Hotel and say Hi to Mike Smith.FAB TOWN

  • The Place to Be

    Review rating : 5out of 5   yellowdawg - 03/08/2000

    The Maple Leaf on Oak Street is definitely the best bar in town. The entertainment is usually local musicians and bands. It is open until the wee hours and has a patio resplendent with trees and tropical plants. The bartenders are friendly and the prices are reasonable. The Sunday afternoon Poetry Readings are a delight.

  • Funky Drummer's Review

    Review rating : 5out of 5   neljuanam - 12/30/1999

    Tuesday nights are off the hook! We need more places like this in New Orleans! Rebirth Rocks!

  • 9 to5's Review

    Review rating : 5out of 5   larbarsock - 10/01/1999

    I lived in the neighborhood and it was okay

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