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During the Gilded Age in New York City, rooftop bars originated as a way to escape the busy streets and enjoy refreshing drinks while observing the city with a birds-eye view.
Rooftop bars have held onto their novelty, as they serve as social hotspots for locals and as a perfect place for visitors to take in a new city.
Whether watching the day unfold or on a night out under the stars, rooftop bars remain popular spots for enjoying libations.
Mambo’s in New Orleans named best rooftop bar in Louisiana
Mambo’s in New Orleans is the best rooftop bar in Louisiana, according to Foodie, and is the only rooftop bar on Bourbon Street.
This rooftop bar offers a unique vantage point of the infamous Bourbon Street, with panoramic views and a lively atmosphere making the bar a perfect place to take in New Orleans’ ambience.
The open-air space seats over 50 guests, and is the perfect place for a night out or for laid-back afternoon cocktails with a view of New Orleans’ iconic French and Spanish architecture.
The rooftop bar is not the only feature attracting patrons, as this three-story building holds a hidden entrance to a secret courtyard on the main floor that leads to a patio garden. On the second floor, there is another, more intimate bar adorned with Louisiana-themed decor.
Each floor retains a rustic, historical feel, with exposed brick and reclaimed cypress planks making up the building’s interior structure. Decorating the space are pieces of local art and cultural Louisiana artifacts, making the space feel somewhat like a museum.
Not just a spot for good drinks, Mambo’s offers a dining menu full of traditional Cajun and Creole flavors. Using only the freshest local ingredients, Mambo’s chefs create a menu rich in New Orleans heritage, offering dishes like jambalaya, seafood gumbo, crawfish étouffée and a variety of po’boys.
The best rooftop bar in every state according to Foodie
- Alabama: GunRunner Rooftop Bar in Florence
- Alaska: 49th State Brewing in Anchorage
- Arizona: The Perch Brewery in Chandler
- Arkansas: Celeste at The Preacher’s Son in Bentonville
- California: Florentín Rooftop Bar in Los Angeles
- Colorado: 54thirty Rooftop in Denver
- Connecticut: Sign of the Whale in Stamford
- Delaware: The Quoin Hotel + Restaurant in Wilmington
- Florida: Rosa Sky in Miami
- Georgia: 9 Mile Station in Atlanta
- Hawaii: Tikis Grill & Bar in Honolulu
- Idaho: Crave Kitchen & Bar in Eagle
- Illinois: Raised | An Urban Rooftop Bar in Chicago
- Indiana: 3UP Rooftop Lounge in Carmel
- Iowa: Wellman’s Pub & Rooftop in Des Moines
- Kansas: Tallgrass Tap House in Manhattan
- Kentucky: Lost Palm in Lexington
- Louisiana: Mambo’s in New Orleans
- Maine: Luna Rooftop Bar in Portland
- Maryland: Hip Flask Rooftop Bar in Bethesda
- Massachusetts: Apex Rooftop Bar and Lounge in Boston
- Michigan: The Monarch Club in Detroit
- Minnesota: Brit’s Pub in Minneapolis
- Mississippi: 10 South Rooftop Bar and Grill in Vicksburg
- Missouri: 360 Rooftop Bar in St. Louis
- Montana: Bozeman Taproom & Spirits in Bozeman
- Nebraska: The Rooftop in Lincoln
- Nevada: Chéri Rooftop in Las Vegas
- New Hampshire: Rooftop at The Envio in Portsmouth
- New Jersey: RoofTop at Exchange Place in Jersey City
- New Mexico: Coyote Cantina in Santa Fe
- New York: 230 Fifth in New York City
- North Carolina: Aura Rooftop in Charlotte
- North Dakota: Camp Lonetree in Fargo
- Ohio: VASO Rooftop Lounge in Dublin
- Oklahoma: Social Capital in Oklahoma City
- Oregon: The Roof Deck at Revolution Hall in Portland
- Pennsylvania: Standard Tap in Philadelphia
- Rhode Island: Rooftop at the Providence G in Providence
- South Carolina: Rip Tydz in Myrtle Beach
- South Dakota: Juniper at Vertex Sky Bar in Rapid City
- Tennessee: The Lookout at Ole Red in Nashville
- Texas: Upstairs at Caroline in Austin
- Utah: The Green Pig Pub in Salt Lake City
- Vermont: Juniper Bar & Restaurant in Burlington
- Virginia: The Lost Fox Hideaway in Ashburn
- Washington: The Pink Door in Seattle
- West Virginia: LaFontaine’s Rooftop Lounge in Huntington
- Wisconsin: People’s Park in Waukesha
- Wyoming: Bear Bottom Bar and Grill in Centennial
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
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When it comes to retiring, the best places to do so often are affordable, have a high quality of life and access to quality healthcare.
If you’re looking for a place to retire, Niche has identified the best places for retirees in Louisiana.
In its list, Niche has taken into account factors like weather, crime rates, housing costs and access to amenities.
The 5 best places to retire in Louisiana according to Niche
These are the top five best places to retire in Louisiana, according to Niche.
1. Oak Hills Place
Oak Hills Place is a suburb of Baton Rouge and is the overall best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, has a population of 9,038 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. The area is highly rated for families, diversity, as well as health and fitness. Here, the median home value is $437,900 and the median rent is $1,422, according to Niche.
2. Westminster
Westminster is another suburb of Baton Rouge and is the second-best place to retire in Louisiana. Located in East Baton Rouge Parish, this suburb has a population of 2,559 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. This area is highly rated for nightlife, diversity, families, health and fitness, as well as commute. The median home value here is $266,100 and the median rent is $1,482, says Niche.
3. River Ridge
River Ridge is a suburb of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, and is the third-best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb has a population of 13,312 and offers residents a dense suburban feel. The area is highly rated for public schools, family, nightlife and diversity. The median home value is $357,400 and the median rent is $1,127, according to Niche.
4. Westlake
Westlake is a town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. With a population of 4,743, this town offers residents a rural feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, jobs, cost of living, nightlife and weather. Here, the median home value is $166,100 and the median rent is $1,049, says Niche.
5. Prien
Prien is another town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. This town has a population of 7,119 and offers residents a suburban rural mix feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, nightlife and weather. The median home value here is $278,000 and the median rent is $1,292, according to Niche.
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
A motorcyclist is recovering after a West Monroe crash involving an 18-wheeler, while Chevron won a Louisiana Supreme Court ruling shifting a major coastal lawsuit back to lower courts. Ouachita deputies arrested a suspect and recovered more than a dozen guns, Mississippi passed a new school social-media safety requirement, and Louisiana’s House advanced a unanimous state budget. A new recovery center opened, and multiple weekend events are underway across northeast Louisiana, plus national updates include stock-market stress guidance, a Ford F-150 recall, Spirit Airlines uncertainty, and tax-refund tips.
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