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The Maison

Restaurant Bar Event venue Live music venue Cajun restaurant Jazz club Nightlife

One of the Most Reviewed Event venues in New Orleans


Address

508 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

Website

www.maisonfrenchmen.com

Contact

+1 504-371-5543

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (2.8K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 4 pm to 1 am
  • Friday: 4 pm to 2 am
  • Saturday: 1 pm to 2 am
  • Sunday: 4 pm to 1 am
  • Monday: 4 pm to 12 am
  • Tuesday: 5 pm to 12:30 am
  • Wednesday: Closed

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  • 5/5 Corey D. 1 year ago on Google • 55 reviews
    Great spot to listen to music and enjoy live jazz. We enjoyed our cocktails and the service was great. I got the Wandering Jasmine which was a great gin cocktail I could have drank all day. He got a Port Orleans which he also enjoyed. This place has many of their own infused liquors too which would be fun to try. We only drank here so no comments on the food but loved the drinks and music.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erika B. 3 months ago on Google • 180 reviews New
    Good music and good vibes. Street parking was east to find on a Tuesday night. They have a great cocktail menu available. Tip is already included in every order.

  • 4/5 Lainey C. 1 year ago on Google
    Great little club. We went on a super busy night for a late jazzfest event. We’re still able to get drinks at the bar. Upstairs VIP was nice to be able to look down on the dance floor and to easily get to water container. But other than that we mostly stayed downstairs and didn’t get in much faster (if you’re wondering whether it’s worth VIP tickets). No seating at all really (at least not upstairs in VIP area that night).
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marlys de A. 2 years ago on Google
    Ah, New Orleans! This is a great club. The cocktail I had was outstanding - the bartender even gave me the recipe. On the evening I was there the first two bands happened to be early jazz, one excellent, the other very good. I didn’t stay for the later sets so don’t know what the music was, but I hear it varies. Someone ordered a Bloody Mary and it looked like a salad - fabulous! Highly recommend this place. There was a one drink minimum per set.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Martin P. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a great time at The Maison! The Shotgun Jazz Band was fantastic! The food was excellent! Get the bread pudding! Tip - Make a dinner reservation to guarantee a table. It costs $20 plus fees, but well worth the security of having a table. There is a link on their website.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Xaerie N. 7 months ago on Google • 119 reviews
    We skipped Bourbon St. to walk Frenchman and it was worth it. The Maison was a nice spot, we sat in the back away from the crowd and had some good drinks with nice music! I’d definitely return and try the food. It was weird there were attendees in the bathroom wanting tips for handing you a paper towel but that might be normal there. It was also interesting I got carded twice, once at the door and again at the bar. I suppose you can never be too safe.

  • 5/5 Martina M. 3 years ago on Google
    The mixology class was amazing and the instructors took their time to teach us the history behind each drink
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Bob L. 2 years ago on Google
    Make sure to make a reservation to ensure seats in front of the stage! Food we ordered as of 3/2022: - Last Mango in Paris - $16 - Mixed field greens, creole tomatoes, goat cheese, mango salsa and toasted pecans. If any of those ingredients sound good to you then definitely order it! We enjoyed it and the portion size is enough for 2 to share. - Cheeseburger Po Boy - $17 - Not bad but nothing spectacular. The menu here isn't expansive and so you're really here to have dinner and enjoy a show. Make sure to check out the calendar on their website to see who's playing!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gamal H. 5 months ago on Google • 47 reviews
    What a fun place!! Food was AMAZING and the vibe is like no other. If you're trying to find something authentic with really good food, this is it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Caitlin B. 1 year ago on Google • 30 reviews
    Skip Bourbon Street and head to Frenchman Street. The musicians performing last night were pure joy. Some of them had never played together yet you'd think they had practiced for years. The whole thing was amazing to watch and listen to.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ray H. 6 months ago on Google • 66 reviews
    The band made my experience here phenomenal. I really enjoyed it. The Jambalaya was good...a bit spicy but I guess it's supposed to be. The hostess was really nice and the servers really cool. Definitely would recommend Maison and especially the band

  • 2/5 Anthony T. 2 years ago on Google
    The live music was amazing! Unfortunately, that was the only positive of our experience here. The service was slow, and the food was bland. It was shocking how little flavor it had, especially considering all of the positive reviews. Luckily, we were able to find some flavorful Cajun food before our trip ended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Edwina S. 10 months ago on Google
    The band we got to see was great. The food was good. The server was likely overworked and as a result a bit surly (im going to blame management, and the roach in the bathroom was huge and looked way too well fed so definitely blaming the management) One item of note here. They have a drink per set requirement. Which in and of itself isn't an issue. However, if you come in at the last 2 songs of the 1st gig, order a round of drinks and food for everyone only to have the server come over and bark that more drinks need to be bought due to this rule (as the next band is setting up), you may be tempted to want to let others know, as I am doing now. Ps the folks I was with all think 4 stars was generous.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thomas F. 1 year ago on Google
    This is where locals go for (jazz+) music, burlesque, and drag. You'll really enjoy the handcrafted cocktails made with quality ingredients and the delicious food. It's clear that the business owners understand New Orleans! The music is absolutely amazing and the space is set up nicely so you'll hear well from wherever you are. You can reserve tables in advance (online 24 hours in advance or by phone anytime). Service is excellent and prices are reasonable but note the 20% service charge added to each order (why not just increase prices by 20%?) and spend some time wondering if you're supposed to tip or not (I did -about 10% of the pre-charge, pre-tax price).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Faiz M. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic bands, good food, absolutely amazing atmosphere. Get here early if with kids cause it gets a bit hectic after 8pm.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 MG HOTELS SUITES L. 1 year ago on Google
    We saw live jazz. We danced lived jazz. Even though some of it felt like it was for a more comercial public. They had it. The music was really good and the drinks too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Parth M. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful music and great drinks. They always have great bands playing here. The ambiance is really good, the staff is friendly and the place has a wonderful energy about it that makes you feel that they are serious about the music and the bands that they have here. Go here for the music and the drinks but not really for the food. The food is alright. Fries were nice though so stick to bar food!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Grumpy f. 2 years ago on Google
    Such great music! We were lucky to catch two bands. I’ve never seen a swap of bands so quick. It couldn’t have been more than 5 or 10 minutes and the next band was up and playing. Well done!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dan S. 4 months ago on Google • 33 reviews
    When on vacation in New Orleans we were told the best live jazz is on Frenchman Street. We stumbled across The Maison and were very happy with the quality of the music and the venue, it was a lot of fun to watch performers play there. The food was decent venue food, but nothing special compared to some of the other places in the area. If you want to see some live jazz music, I encourage you to check it out.

  • 2/5 Erico R. 2 months ago on Google • 22 reviews New
    One of those situations where a single person just ruins the experience. The bands were great as well as the waitress, but the hostess was not helpful at all. It was my father in law's birthday and we just asked to be sited somewhere else, no options were given. Even though it was a slow night at the bar. We asked twice the lady, but everytime we were just treated worse (and worst). What a pitty. Monday evening Jan 29th just to note.

  • 5/5 Joanna R. 6 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    Completely amazing venue for live music and drinks! We managed to catch The Smoking Time Jazz Club with Norbert Susemihl on the trumpet, Shot Gun Jazz Band featuring Ronell Johnson and Sunny Side Jazz Band who were brilliant and so entertaining! We stayed directly opposite, so were treated to a variety of music from Maison and other venues down the street throughout our stay. Maison is a must if you visit NOLA!

  • 5/5 t H. 1 year ago on Google
    This was great for dinner and music. We did book online as was Sat night but there were tables available through the evening for walk ins. Booking cost was 20$. Short menu but gumbo fries, Cajun fries were tasty. The bread pudding was delicious! Drinks were good too. You don't have to order food to listen to jazz (which was excellent) but minimum one drink per person per set.

  • 4/5 Alexander 7 months ago on Google
    Great live jazz music. The set up of the venue made it felt livelier and the food/drinks were top notch. No cons to call out. Would recommend this place to anyone who wants to listen to live jazz and enjoy a night out.

  • 5/5 Nateasha “gr8tnursetea” H. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful live music. We heard a brass band playing during our visit. They have a nice wide open area for viewing and listening. Definitely will be back.

  • 4/5 Candice D. 2 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Great place for live music. Both bands were great!

  • 5/5 Justin S. 10 months ago on Google
    You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better jazz bar in town. Food I had the holy trinity, which is a cup of rice & beans, a cup gumbo, and a cup of jambalaya. The portions were small and it didn’t feel like quite enough food. Out of the trinity, I like jambalaya the best. I think you’re better off coming here for the drinks and music. Drinks Decent variety. Bartender in the back is great. Might as well kick back and enjoy the champagne of beers. Music Incredible. The place carries the sound well and it all feels lively. Recommend? Definitely worth checking out.

  • 5/5 Kid C. 8 months ago on Google
    Good original New Orleans music with affordable options on the menu food is properly seasoned and the service is fast and consistent kept my water full and asked how my food was wiel I did not have a mouthful definitely would recommend to anyone who wants a lil taste of true New Orleans style

  • 5/5 Kris H. 9 months ago on Google
    The food and musical entertainment was amazing. The waitress was a little slow and seemed confused at times. But it was a great spot to enjoy some live jazz!

  • 4/5 Sylvain F. 1 year ago on Google
    Most of (all?) the tables in front of the scene were reserved and several remained empty the whole hour we were there, which is a bit frustrating. Food options are very limited and classic, you definitely come here for the music.

  • 5/5 Andrew G. 1 year ago on Google
    Greatest part of my New Orleans trip! If you are looking for an adult Bourbon St., go here! Drinks were good, crowd was grown and sexy and the music was soo good!

  • 5/5 Rob 2 years ago on Google
    Live music. Saint Roch Syncopations was playing. Comfortable setting. Casual, people coming and going. Unfortunately, due to COVID, the kitchen wasn't open yet.

  • 3/5 Celita T. 1 year ago on Google
    My friends and I love Latin night. We specifically look for places that play Latin music. The Maison is typically a great spot when they actually have Latin night. This past weekend, it was scheduled for Friday night, and when we got there. We were told it wasn't happening. I understand that unprecedented things happen, but as a club they could've had a replacement, or could've updated their website if they had a timely warning. Otherwise, it's a great, fun place to hang out.

  • 4/5 Andrew S. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome live music, great mushroom sandwich, rice and beans and gumbo. Don’t bother w the mac or cheese fries (wait until you’re in Wisconsin for that). Cocktails were more miss than hit, so maybe stick to beers. Overall awesome night though!

  • 4/5 John M. 2 years ago on Google
    We really enjoyed this place! The music and layout are fantastic! Only reason I took away a star is because it took three of us to order a drink at the front bar. There is another bar at the back, but it shouldn't take a team of us 20 minutes to order a drink. Otherwise, great spot highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Blaze 2 years ago on Google
    Great prices, great vibes and great music! The Secondhand Street Band was incredible.

  • 5/5 Nickolas S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to listen to some live music! The performers the night we went were awesome and seemed like they were prepared to go to the sun came up. Drinks were pretty good and not too much. Definitely will be back

  • 5/5 Justin H. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing vibe, great music, excellent service! Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Rick M. 2 years ago on Google
    Top notch atmosphere. Just what is expected for some great jazz in the big easy.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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