Fillmore New Orleans
Central Business District, New Orleans
Bar in New Orleans, United States
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Mid-Capacity Touring Format
Price
$20–30per person
Why go
Fillmore New Orleans is worth considering when a downtown Canal Street location matters more than a documented food or cocktail program. For groups and first-timers, its main appeal is convenience; for a more defined drink, dining, or entertainment plan, compare it against nearby Pearl-listed alternatives before committing.
About Fillmore New Orleans
Fillmore New Orleans is a New Orleans venue with a casual dress code. Pearl does not have details here for cuisine, menu, pricing, hours, seating, service style, awards, or a beverage program, so this guide keeps the recommendation practical rather than building it around unconfirmed specifics.
Better for a simple New Orleans plan than a food-led booking
The clearest detail is the casual dress code. Without pricing, menu, drinks, or service information, do not treat Fillmore New Orleans as the place to chase a specific dish, cocktail program, chef-driven meal, or documented dining accolade. Treat it as an option to evaluate when a casual New Orleans venue fits the plan.
If you are comparing options, consider whether Fillmore New Orleans or another New Orleans pick better matches the night. Other names to compare include The Polo Club, House of Blues New Orleans, Beachbum Berry's Latitude 29, Drip Affogato Bar NOLA, and Gianna Restaurant.
Use it when the basics fit
Pearl can verify the dress code as casual, but not the more specific planning details that often decide whether a venue is right for a particular night.
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Planning details
- Location
- 6 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130
- Website
- thefillmorenola.com
- Phone
- +1 504 881 1555
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Fillmore New Orleans reads like a branded mid-capacity concert room brought to Canal Street. It leans on the Fillmore legacy, the San Francisco venue’s 1960s associations and the network’s template, and foregrounds amplified, ticketed performances rather than the walk-in spontaneity of local jazz clubs. The room is designed around touring acts, with sightlines and sound engineered to suit national-level shows. On Canal Street it sits at the seam of the French Quarter and the CBD, feeling like a purpose-built, classic music venue that serves a city with an unusually broad musical appetite.
Best For
This is a place for planned nights out: ticketed concerts attract crowds who come for a specific act rather than impromptu bar-hopping. It works best for groups or pairs who know what they want to hear and who are comfortable with loud, amplified performances. Because the venue sits within walking distance of the French Quarter’s hospitality corridor, it’s easy to build an entire evening around a show: drinks before, dinner nearby, and late-night options after the set. The Fillmore is especially suited to late-night concertgoing when touring acts play into the city’s robust nightlife.
Ordering Tips
Book ahead and buy tickets for the specific show you want: the Fillmore operates on the national concert circuit with scheduled, ticketed acts rather than walk-in music. Check the bill and plan whether you want to arrive early to secure a better spot or coordinate pre-show plans along Canal Street and in the French Quarter. Expect a loud, amplified room geared toward the performance; treat the visit as a destination event and factor in nearby bars and restaurants for pre- or post-show time rather than relying on on-site dining options.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant and immersive atmosphere blending rock history with modern hospitality during live performances.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Live Performances by National Artists
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Bluesmobile
- Insane Hurricane
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 6 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Polo Club, Notable alternative
- Drip Affogato Bar NOLA, Notable alternative
- House of Blues New Orleans, Notable alternative
- Beachbum Berry's Latitude 29, Notable alternative
- Gianna Restaurant, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in New Orleans
The Polo Club is the better pick if the night needs a more polished bar feel, while Fillmore New Orleans makes more sense when Canal Street convenience is the priority. With no verified price range for Fillmore, the safer value read is to choose it for location rather than for a tightly planned per-round spend.
House of Blues New Orleans is the clearer choice for an entertainment-led night. Beachbum Berry's Latitude 29 is stronger when the bar theme matters. Fillmore is the easier middle-ground option for groups that need a recognizable downtown meeting point.
For a food-first plan, Gianna Restaurant is the more focused comparison. For dessert or a lighter stop, Drip Affogato Bar NOLA is a cleaner fit. Choose Fillmore only when the address and group logistics carry the decision.
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Compare Fillmore New Orleans
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Fillmore New Orleans | New Orleans | No published awards |
| The Polo Club | New Orleans | No published awards |
| Drip Affogato Bar NOLA | New Orleans | No published awards |
| House of Blues New Orleans | New Orleans | No published awards |
| Beachbum Berry's Latitude 29 | New Orleans | 2025 North America's 50 Best Bars · #80Top 500 Bars 2025 · #244 |
| Gianna Restaurant | New Orleans | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fillmore New Orleans good for a date?
It may work if a casual New Orleans setting is what you want. The dress code is casual, so plan expectations around that and confirm the rest directly.
