Vaughan's Lounge

"Vaughan’s Lounge is a legendary dive bar in New Orleans’ Bywater neighborhood, cherished for its unpretentious charm and rich musical heritage. Established in 1959, the bar gained fame in the 1990s when trumpeter Kermit Ruffins began his iconic Thursday night gigs, transforming Vaughan’s into a cornerstone of the local jazz scene. The bar’s weathered exterior and eclectic interior—adorned with vintage photos, memorabilia, and mismatched furnishings—create an authentic atmosphere that captures the spirit of New Orleans. Patrons can enjoy live music, affordable drinks, and occasional offerings like free red beans or seafood boils, making Vaughan’s a beloved gathering spot for both locals and visitors seeking a genuine Crescent City experience."

@drewmillum28

" incredible rustic bayou dive bar 2 minute walk from bacchanal "

@aklague

"Cash only locals spot. On Monday they serve beans and rice "

@a2hill

"Bar resto dans son jus, expérience typique "

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"From Condé Nast Traveler: From the outside, Vaughan's Lounge may not look like much more than another neighborhood dive. Inside, though, are over-the-top decorations and dozens of photos that point to a bar that’s well-loved by locals (it’s been here since 1959). Add in the fact that it’s one of the few places to watch live jazz that isn’t a busy, tourist-packed club or hotel lounge, and you’ve got a good reason to search out this Bywater treasure. The drinks menu is simple, straightforward, and reasonably priced, and though there's no official food menu, there are occasionally pop-up BBQ pits or crawfish boils to accompany sports games or live music."

@vocalone

"Neighborhood Bar. live music"

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"taxi exigé entrée 10$ repas compris jeudi à 22h"

@lucecharbonnier

"Bar clandestin / quartier "

@vtr_pasq

"Fun bar with live music. Townie spot"

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"From the outside, Vaughan's Lounge may not look like much more than another neighborhood dive. Inside, though, are over-the-top decorations and dozens of photos that point to a bar that’s well-loved by locals (it’s been here since 1959). Add in the fact that it’s one of the few places to watch live jazz that isn’t a busy, tourist-packed club or hotel lounge, and you’ve got a good reason to search out this Bywater treasure. The drinks menu is simple, straightforward, and reasonably priced, and though there's no official food menu, there are occasionally pop-up BBQ pits or crawfish boils to accompany sports games or live music."

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"dive bar but good if in area"

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"Le jeudi soir, si vous êtes décidé à ne pas vous coucher et à vivre pleinement l'ambiance New Orleans, Vaughan's (prononcez " Vonz ") est le lieu où vous terminerez votre soirée. Souvent des musiciens connus viennent faire un boeuf. Pendant le Jazz Fest, Harry Connick Jr. est souvent assis au piano. Un lieu incontournable !"

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"Thursday nights for local legend trumpeter "

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"One of the city's best bar"

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