Loa

Image: International House Hotel
EVERY DAY: 4 P.M. - 2 A.M.
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With enough paisley-embossed velvet floor pillows and drippy, sensual lighting to make even the least romantic person swoon, Loa was a cocktail bar before New Orleans had a solid modern craft cocktail scene. Located inside the International House Hotel, Loa’s commitment to using fresh herbs in their drinks is the bar’s calling card.

Known For
  • craft cocktails
  • hotel bar
What to drink
The Hickory Wind, made with German apple liqueur, pecan vodka, celery or the sparkling Radler, a year-round drink with autumnal undertones.
Neighborhood
French Quarter
ProTip
Ask Alan Walter where he finds his glassware and you’ll end up with tomorrow’s itinerary of thrifting.

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