The Irish in New Orleans, LA

New Orleans’s Irish community dates back to the 19th century, when immigrants worked on canals, railroads, and the city’s docks. Their legacy thrives today through organizations like the Irish Channel St. Patrick’s Day Club, which hosts annual parades and charitable events. Beloved pubs such as Erin Rose near Bourbon Street and Ryan’s Irish Pub on Decatur keep the spirit alive with music, camaraderie, and a touch of Irish hospitality. Each March, the Irish Channel St. Patrick’s Day Parade fills the streets with beads, flowers, and Irish pride.

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Erin Rose

811 Conti St

Founded by Jim Monaghan in the early 80's, and shortly after his death in 2001, the "Irish Beauty" became known simply as Erin Rose. It's a staple of the French Quarter, just a few steps from Bourbon St. Erin Rose is a historic, divey Irish pub in the French Quarter, known for its strong, reasonably priced drinks, especially the famous Frozen Irish Coffee and Bloody Marys, and for housing the Killer Po'Boys sandwich shop in the back. It's a popular spot for both locals and tourists seeking a more authentic, less chaotic alternative to nearby Bourbon Street, offering a "local chaos, local love" atmosphere with a mix of regulars and visitors.

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Fahy's Irish Pub

540 Burgundy St

Fahy’s pub in New Orleans in a neighborhood bar, on a corner in the French quarter. It’s divey and delightful.

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Finn McCool's Irish Pub

3701 Banks Street

Finn McCool's is the place if you want to watch football (real football). It's arguably the best Irish pub in New Orleans, and by our measure, certainly the best pint of Guinness.

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Kerry Irish Pub

331 Decatur St

Kerry Irish Pub boasts the best pint of Guinness in the French Quarter. With live music seven nights a week, this is as close to a true Irish pub we'll find in the city.

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Mick's Irish Pub

4801 Bienville Ave

A neighborhood bar that has guiness. Not too fancy

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Molly's on the Market

1107 Decatur St

Founded by the late, great Jim Monaghan in 1974, Molly's on the Market made is credited with introducing the Frozen Irish Coffee. If you're near the French Quarter, Molly's is a must.

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Ryan's Irish Pub

241 Decatur St

Ryan’s Irish Pub is a sports bar, that arrived in the early 2000s. The cosy Nola style Irish bar is great when you need a breather after navigating Bourbon St.

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Crescent & Clover

Crescent & Clover is a New Orleans based quartet that performs traditional and contemporary music from across the Celtic nations. The setlist includes instrumental reels and jigs as well as songs by modern artists. In addition, the band performs their own musical compositions. Band members select their individual instrumentation for each song, often choosing more “modern” instruments for trad songs and vice versa. They enjoy the interplay of the different musical eras and styles in their sets. This interplay provides acoustic variation for the audience while still maintaining a cohesive musical experience. The band has performed at numerous venues and functions in the Greater New Orleans area as well as festivals across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. Each member brings their own unique approach and personal musical experience to the band. These individual stories then combine to create a sincere expression of this amazing and long-standing genre of music.

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Erin Rose

811 Conti St

Founded by Jim Monaghan in the early 80's, and shortly after his death in 2001, the "Irish Beauty" became known simply as Erin Rose. It's a staple of the French Quarter, just a few steps from Bourbon St. Erin Rose is a historic, divey Irish pub in the French Quarter, known for its strong, reasonably priced drinks, especially the famous Frozen Irish Coffee and Bloody Marys, and for housing the Killer Po'Boys sandwich shop in the back. It's a popular spot for both locals and tourists seeking a more authentic, less chaotic alternative to nearby Bourbon Street, offering a "local chaos, local love" atmosphere with a mix of regulars and visitors.

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Fahy's Irish Pub

540 Burgundy St

Fahy’s pub in New Orleans in a neighborhood bar, on a corner in the French quarter. It’s divey and delightful.

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Finn McCool's Irish Pub

3701 Banks Street

Finn McCool's is the place if you want to watch football (real football). It's arguably the best Irish pub in New Orleans, and by our measure, certainly the best pint of Guinness.

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Kerry Irish Pub

331 Decatur St

Kerry Irish Pub boasts the best pint of Guinness in the French Quarter. With live music seven nights a week, this is as close to a true Irish pub we'll find in the city.

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Mick's Irish Pub

4801 Bienville Ave

A neighborhood bar that has guiness. Not too fancy

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Molly's on the Market

1107 Decatur St

Founded by the late, great Jim Monaghan in 1974, Molly's on the Market made is credited with introducing the Frozen Irish Coffee. If you're near the French Quarter, Molly's is a must.

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Muggivan School of Irish Dance

4809 Julia St

Muggivan School of Irish Dance in New Orleans offers comprehensive Irish dance classes for all ages, led by seasoned instructor Joni Muggivan. With a focus on technique, strength, and fun, MSID provides a supportive environment for dancers to pursue performance, competition, or personal enjoyment.

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Ryan School of Irish Dance

301 U.S. 190

The Ryan School of Irish Dance offers traditional Irish step dance classes for all ages, fostering lifelong friendships and cultural appreciation. Located in Covington, Louisiana, students from beginner to championship levels can enjoy weekly classes and performance opportunities.

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Ryan's Irish Pub

241 Decatur St

Ryan’s Irish Pub is a sports bar, that arrived in the early 2000s. The cosy Nola style Irish bar is great when you need a breather after navigating Bourbon St.

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The Irish Cultural Museum

933 Conti St

The Irish Cultural Museum of New Orleans is an unexpected gem in New Orleans. Founded in 2012 by Matthew Ahearn, this cozy French Quarter spot tells the story of Irish immigrants who helped shape the city.

New Orleans, LA, US

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