Where To Drink & See Live Music (Without Going To Bourbon Street) In New Orleans

"Walk about 10 minutes east on St. Claude Ave from N7 and you’ll run into Siberia, a small bar and live music venue that usually has local bands every night for a small cover fee—around $10, or $5 if the door person likes your vibe. We found this place randomly on a recent trip, but the bands were a highlight—we saw an act from New Orleans called Chicken Milk that we would describe as a combo of Vulfpeck and Dr. Dog. Stick to the basics here (White Claws, beers, vodka sodas), and know the live music is all going to be quality, and probably a band you’ve never heard of unless you live here. There’s plenty of space to sit, especially if you come on a weekday, with some comfy couches in the back and tables right to the side of the stage." - carlo mantuano