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Best Bars To Watch LSU Football in New Orleans

Although Baton Rouge is about 70 miles away, New Orleans has a big LSU Tiger fan base. If you’re looking for a place to watch the LSU game, the Big Easy has many places.

This article will show you the best sports bars in New Orleans to watch LSU football games.

Here Are the Best New Orleans Bars To Watch LSU Football

All these sports bars have great food, ample TVs and cool customer service, which is generally hard to find in a restaurant these days. The LSU schedule has some great games to watch. Let’s play:

MRB Bar and Kitchen

515 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70116 | 04) 524-2558

Here’s what one reviewer says about MRB Bar and Kitchen. “Such a great laid back bar. The service is fantastic, everyone is so nice and the chef came over to check on us multiple times to make sure we were enjoying the food. The drinks were incredible and the food is literally the best I’ve ever had. We shoveled it all down before getting a chance for pictures. We had the gumbo (best gumbo in the world hands down), chargrilled oysters, Philly steak sandwich (they have a homemade cheese sauce that is with potato salad, frachos, and crawfish Mac n cheese. I cannot recommend this place enough!”

The Rusty Nail

1100 Constance St, New Orleans, LA 70130 |  (504) 525-5515

Here’s what one fan says about The Rusty Nail. “Great neighborhood bar in the warehouse district with an incredible whiskey selection. The staff are inviting, down to earth, and genuine. Love swinging in and they make you feel like you’re stopping by at a friend’s. Bar is warm, cozy, and charming. They have a great set up to watch LSU and Saints games! Food orders can be placed using the QR Codes for Side Car and they’ll run them over to your spot.love their wide cocktail and drink selections!”

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux

1009 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70112 | (504) 309-6530


Here’s what one reviewer says about Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux – New Orleans. “Great bar service. Mellow sports vibe. Loved it. The wings were some of the best I’ve ever had. The bread pudding was sublime. Everything was fresh and delicious. This is definitely the place to pregame.”

American Sports Saloon

1200 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116 | (504) 300-1782

Here’s what one sports fan said about American Sports Saloon: “Great sports bar. It has many TVs showing every important sports game there is to watch at the moment. This place has pretty much every NFL game playing on Sundays during football season.”

Bullet’s Sports Bar

2441 A P Tureaud Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 | (504) 948-4003

Here’s what one customer says about Bullet’s Sports Bar: “One of the best experiences I’ve ever had at a live music venue. We went on a Tuesday evening. India the bartender was super accommodating and friendly. The entire staff and customers made us feel welcome. We got to meet Kermit Ruffins too! One of the best experiences we had on our our trip to New Orleans!”

The Jimani

141 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130 |  (504) 524-0493

Here’s what one customer says about The Jimani: “Visiting from South Dakota, and came in tonight after a reading a review in the fall restaurant guide. The food is awesome (Steak Po Boy on point). Incredible selection of beers and expansive menu for such a small space. Super friendly space.

Final Word

LSU has a good team, but can they make it to the title game in the newly bolstered SEC? You can watch the LSU game for free at fubuTV, which has a 7-day trial. Watch immediately upon signup.

Keisha Smith

Keisha Smith is a Contributing Writer who attended college at Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge. She is currently writing a book on south Louisiana culture.

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