Double Dealer Bar New Orleans

Lovely hidden spot. Definitely a locals hidden treat. Music was amazing and the drinks were unique and delicious. Bartenders can make anything and the infusions of ginger and orchid was heavenly. It does get busy later but totally worth the visit. Prices on the drinks cheaper than most places on canal street and bourbon street and far superior to be honest.

This is the place to go when you want something that feels special and classy and unique. The atmosphere is perfect - lightning, curtains, vaudeville flourishes, all really come together well to set the mood. The live music is just the right kind of vibe and volume too. Lots of classic cocktails that are done well and with care. And like others have said, its out-of-the-way nature keeps the big crowds out and really keeps it peaceful and relaxing. There was one disappointment, though. One of the unique features that makes this place special is the ability to sit in a private booth, draw the curtains, and flip a switch that turns on a red light when you’re ready for a drink. We tried this several times and were ignored entirely. It was so weird that I stepped out to make sure that the light was visible and sure enough it was. Staff simply didn’t respond for reasons I don’t understand. That was the only negative for us.

I'm obsessed with double bar! We hosted our book and sip club here and the vibes are warm and welcoming, the staff is friendly and attentive, and the owner goes above and beyond to make you feel special. The decor stands out, very creative and original! The combination of great atmosphere, outstanding staff, and generous ownership makes this bar a must-visit. 5+/5 stars! Thank you Dominick for all your accommodations 💖!

The Double Dealer is sort of a speakeasy combined with a really cool bar. It keeps a low profile and I find even a lot of New Orleans locals do not know about it. It’s located across from the Roosevelt Hotel and under the Orpheum Theater. A good bar with knowledgeable mixologists and great cocktails. Later in the evening they have very good live entertainment. Only open Friday and Saturday nights, it’s best to plan ahead but definitely worth a visit.

Really cool speakeasy with great drinks and awesome live music. There are 2 bars down here but have a very luxurious feel to them. Great spot for a date or just some drinks in a relaxed classy environment. We were there fairly early on a Friday and I was amazed at how not crowded it was. Hidden gem.

This is a hidden gem downtown! I love the vibe...very chill. The setting is somewhat like a speakeasy mixed with burlesque. It's an upscale bar, sexy vibe. Drinks are good!!! They also give complimentary popcorn 🍿.Service was good as well.

Dark, cozy, and intimate. The bar service has a great list of classics cocktails as well as their own unique recipes. We had a bonus of live music that started playing at 9:30PM.

Awesome "hidden" spot away from all the bourbon Street crowds. Awesome drink menu, great atmosphere. Stopped in shortly after they opened before they got busy.

I've stopped by this popular downstairs spot 3-4 times over the last 6 months and never made it in as it was always booked for private events. Went with a few friends post show around the corner and it was worth the extra effort to get back. Cocktail menu was great although pricing a bit high for Nola. Server was terrific and the vibe was what you'd hope for out of a downstairs speakeasy in a city that knows its way around a cocktail like Nola.

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at this tucked away gem. When you walk down the stairs, you take an unspoken oath to journey a new world. I felt like an artifact of history when I arrived. This is the spot you go to when you don't want to go home after dinner. There is a space for everyone here. Whether you are alone, on a date, or with friends. They have a dedicated seating area for everyone to enjoy! Make sure you walk around and explore. Behind the bar, there are intimate, two person booth seating and you order your beverage through a small window. Privacy guaranteed. Needless to say, I adored this place!!

Excellent ambiance in a hidden speakeasy format under the Orpheum Theatre, across the street from the historic Roosevelt Hotel. We stopped in right at dusk on an August Friday evening for a drink before dinner and thoroughly enjoyed our craft cocktails in the dramatic surrounds. We sat at the bar to watch the bartenders do their work, but there were also several other types of seating available including private booths with heavy velvet curtains. A stage in the front offered many 2-and 4-top cocktail tables with waiter service, too. Our bartender wasn't exactly friendly, but he made a fine drink. I'd definitely come back if staying within walking distance during the Thu-Sat evenings when it's open.

Unfortunately hubs and I have become cocktail snobs... while there are. Lot of places in Nola to get lit ... we were looking for a place where we could really savor our experiences. Double dealer fit the f$&@"in bill! This speakeasy is so legit. Great live music, amazing ambience and ridiculously reasonable and complex craft cocktails. So glad to find this hidden Nola gem.

Nice chill spot to come to have drinks and conversation. Definitely a vibe and ducked off underground in New Orleans! There was live entertainment where you can sit at tables or on sofas and enjoy the ambiance. Service at the bar was swift and drinks were desirable.

The person admitting at the door was so lovely! When you fist walk in, you'll need to go down a hallway to reach the bar. We sat at the bar and I had such an incredible mocktail, shout-out to the bartender. The only reason why I'm giving this place 4 out of 5 stars is because we did overhear a different bartender being rude to a customer - the customer asked for water and the bartender responded by saying that he was there to make drinks and didn't have time to give them water. Overall, it's a great speakeasy atmosphere and drinks are delicious!

This place is a hidden gem-truly! The entrance is across from the Roosevelt on Roosevelt way, an inconspicuous dark unmarked door right next to an open parking lot. Downstairs in the basement is a gorgeous speakeasy style lounge with beautiful bar and decorated with antique burlesque outfits on display. They also have live music some evenings. The drinks are awesome. Last night we got the Ultimately (a delicious fresh cucumber cocktail), Desert noon (a fresh take on a cross between a margarita and a mule), against the grain (a bit too sweet for my taste), hat of destiny (semi sweet bourbon drink that my husband enjoyed but said was less complex than an Old fashioned) We love this place and tend to forget about it but always have a great time and will definitely be back!

An incredible underground atmosphere with luxe design and ambience marred by eye-rolling service. We visited on a Saturday night, and our bartender was watching UFC on his phone and seemed a combination of both bored and upset that we came in. I asked him if they had any mocktails, and was told "no, we have syrups and juices" - Perhaps surprisingly I am aware that bars have both syrups and juices, I would just prefer if there was someone with a knowledge of the bar's available ingredients that could use their own skills to craft a drink, like a...oh I don't know, bartender? The door guy upstairs was warm and welcoming and the jazz band was a unique treat in a great showroom.

Great place for drinks and enjoying music & good company. Entrance was a bit difficult to find but all around good experience.

If I could give this place 0 stars, I would. The ambiance is chill and the music is always good, but the staff is undesirable. I have chosen this location for my birthday for the past three years, bringing in a group of at least 20 people. I had a cake with me and was told we are not allowed to have food in there, which isn't stated on the website, but if we called, we could have had it in this room off to the side. I asked if we could go in that room since it was empty and was told no because we didn't call. I'm not rehashing everything and if something is a policy, I respect that, but the "manager" was extremely rude and literally told one of my friends he didn't care if we were upset and he didn't need our business. Instead of going here, I highly suggest walking across the street to the Roosevelt Bar.

It's a fun atmosphere. I love the speakeasy vibe. The drinks are amazing and the live music was great.

A (literally) hidden gem in a city of really cool bars, which says a lot! You'll feel like an old-timey movie star descending the stairs and walking into the ice pit. The old Hollywood, regal decor is a conversation piece in and of itself. The band was great and added perfectly to the ambiance: not too loud to hear and carry conversations. And, the drinks are great!

Great spot! Located under the Orpheum Theater. Make a reservation on their website ahead of time. A variety of seating is available. Our favorite was the snug booth. There is a curtain you can close for privacy. Whenever you want a drink, hit the button. A light goes on and your server comes. Pretty fun idea. Service was great. Our waitress was very friendly. Bartenders were not that friendly. So we don't sit at the bar. Bad vibes coming from that direction. Drinks were good. Overall great experience.

Wow!! So when I found out that we have a speakeasy in New Orleans I HAD to go and I'm so glad I did. We walked up to a really inconspicuous entry door. There was a guy at a booth guarding the entry. He asked if we had reservations I said yes and gave the name. He checked the list and opened the velvet rope. He told us to walk downstairs and he would meet us. We walked down these stairs that looked like a really sketchy basement and followed him. When we got inside the bar I was amazed. It was really nice. He directed us to a private seating area where we had a 2 person booth. On one side was a wall that had a window you could open to receive drink service. The bartenders can't see inside but you can see outside. There's also heavy dark curtains you can close to make your booth completely private. To order a drink you press a button and a waiter promptly arrives to take your order. I ordered the side car. And it was really well made. I really liked it. For my 2nd drink I ordered a drink called LOOKING AT THE MOON AND THINKING OF ONE FAR AWAY it had Pomegranate syrup, sparkling wine, lemon juice, Chambord. That was also really good. There was also a burlesque dancer that went around entertaining all of the patrons. That was a pretty cool touch to the whole experience. Overall the service was great, the Cocktails were great, and the experience was one of a kind. I almost didn't want to review this place because I want to keep it all to myself. Lol

A great cocktail speakeasy hidden in the basement of the Orpheum Theater. We came here one night for a George Porter Trio show and it was a great experience. This bar is first class serving some of the best cocktails in the city. The setting is classy and intimate, great place to bring a date. The stage is small but reminds you of an old school jazz bar from the basements of NYC. I will be back.

This a a great little speak easy. Love the decor and ambiance. The drinks menu has a lot of great options and the drinks seem to be very well put together. Have been here a few times with friends and colleagues and everyone has loved it.

I love speakeasy's. This place did not disappoint. Located under the Orpheum Theatre in New Orleans. There was a live, traveling singing duo, who were really great! I could have stayed all night, but was only in town for a few days and wanted to explore as much as I could. That being said, music playing behind closed doors, during prohibition, is a dead giveaway that shenanigans are afoot! Lol. The drinks can be a hit and miss. The classic daiquiri had a little too much lime for my taste. Great place and no reservation is currently needed. Would go again. I don't want to give away too much because the mystery of a speakeasy is what makes them fun!

Really enjoyed this tucked away bar beneath the Orpheum. It can be tough to find even if you're looking for it but that's part of its charm. The hibiscus tequila cocktail and the cucumber jalapeño were both great. The green cocktail for those who like a fresh, herbal almost green juice like cocktail. The tequila drink is a touch sweeter and great for margarita lovers.

Came here while waiting for a concert to start at the Orpheum. It's located on the lower level. Nice intimate booths. I don't remember the name of the drink but it was good! They also have complimentary popcorn.

This. Is. The. Absolutely. Best. Bar. In the city! I'm almost a little conflicted to review this place because I don't want a bunch of people to find out about it lol. Everything about this bar is cool. Firstly, you walk up to this door without any signage on it whatsoever, and there was a guy (bouncer-like) standing behind a velvet rope. We take a creepy stairwell downstairs and go through a door that reveals a real life speakeasy! We were seated in a booth behind the bar that had curtains for privacy and a double sided mirror. Ordering cocktails were done by pushing a button and a red light illuminates until a waitress arrives. The atmosphere was everything! From the music to the aroma in the place down to the burlesque-esque dancers. The cocktails were amazing! You can tell a mixologist made the drinks and not a normal bartender. The ratio of alcohol to other ingredients were made with surgical precision. I can't get enough of this place I have to go back again really soon! This is a true local hidden gem!

This is an amazing cocktail experience. Located in the basement of the Orpheum Theater. The cocktails are inventive, the space is interesting and luxurious and the workers are committed to their craft. Try one of the private two person booths behind the bar, Thick velvet privacy curtains enhance the sexy, speakeasy vibe. It's very cool that there is a pass-through window for the bartenders to supply you with rounds. Great for a date night. I want them to do well but I know that the next time I show up there there will be a line.

Speak easy with potential, but we were there on a Friday night and it was kind of bright & wasn't full... so the vibe was lacking. However, our waitress was awesome and to order a drink you can hit a button that lights up that you would like to order. Overall I can see why this place would be popular, but we just must have been there on an off night. Would like to come back and try more of their cocktails.

This is a hidden gem downtown! I love the vibe...very chill. The setting is somewhat like a speakeasy mixed with burlesque. It's an upscale bar, sexy vibe. Drinks are good!!! They also give complimentary popcorn .Service was good as well.

One of my favorite bars in the city ! Try the ultimately you'll have the best night ever ;) Service is a little slow when they're packed but the damn popcorn is so good you won't mind standing at the bar. Music is always a joy !

I LOVE this place. A little spooky and creepy but in a sexy way. Located under the Orpheum Theater and considered a speak easy. If you can get a booth behind the bar, do it! The way you get to order drinks is so fun! The cocktails are fabulous. My favorite is this drink pictured. The Ultimately. It's got gin, cucumber and jalapeno. But it's not too spicy.

Deep below the streets of New Orleans, the city's newest bar is hidden. Double Dealer, an homage to the speakeasy type of bar of the Prohibition Era, is tucked under the famed Orpheum Theater at 129 Roosevelt Way. Here you will find a different kind of drinking and socialization experience. Named after a New Orleans literary journal from the 1920s, Double Dealer keeps a respect for history, while creating a social space for the modern era. Walking down the stairs and down the long ramp to the bar itself, you first think you might be in the wrong place. Once your trust your instincts, you are greeted with the wall of "house rules" reminding performers to return house props and costumes, and to raise a toast to Barry, the ghost said to haunt this space. Upon entering the place itself, you're welcomed with warm lighting and colors. The gorgeous bar is a nod to the art-deco period and a waitress brings you drink menus as soon as you sit down. On either side of the bar are "snugs"- booths where patrons can sit and drink, unbothered, away from the fray of the crowd. The velvet curtains, which can be pulled for more privacy, are actually repurposed vintage stage curtains, adding a touch of authenticity, as well as a nod of respect to the theater above. When in the snugs, a switch can be flipped that illuminates a red light, indicating to the bartender that you're ready for another round. The cocktails at Double Dealer are in a class by themselves. I was fortunate enough to sample a few and one of my favorites was Cables of Cobweb, a refreshing rum cocktail that was crisp and subtle. Another drink I found to be delicious was Blind Viking; made with Mezcal, Aperol, sweet vermouth and bitters, it had a smoky after taste and just enough bite. If classic cocktails are more your thing, Double Dealer offers tasty favorites such as the Old Fashioned, the Sidecar and the old standby the Daiquiri. Drinks are wonderfully priced and no cocktail is more than $12. Considering how well-crafted these drinks are (and how easily they go down), that's quite the steal! This is a lovely new spot and I'll definitely be back. *Portions of this review was written, by me, for Offbeat Magazine. Read the full write up here: http://www.offbeat.com/news/double-dealer/

We went down to visit some friends in Nola from Baton Rouge and we had a reservation here - wow! - I was pleasantly surprised at the atmosphere and how easy going this bar was! This is definitely a top speakeasy on my list! We had so much fun with their creative drinks - love their old fashioned and the non traditional cherries used. Delicious! Give this a place a go, always wise to make a reservation as they were packed and had several large private parties too!

Next to the Orpheum Theatre, walk down the stairs if there's no bouncer, and enjoy! I believe there's live music every day, but I could be wrong. The nights I've gone, there has been someone playing the piano. The place gives off the coolest speakeasy vibes. Drinks are super good. They have a lot of different spirit options. And if you can't find a drink you want on the cocktail menu, you can ask the bartender, he'll make you a drink with a spirit of your choice.

Wonderful new bar and lounge. Once you enter you walk downstairs and are welcomed by luxurious booths and a grand bar. If that bar is packed not to worry as there is another quaint gorgeous bar if you walk past the main bar. The love music takes you away as you enjoy your time if this wonderful space.

New Orleans is receiving an influx of unique cocktail bars and I am here for it! The 1920's themed speakeasy is one of the coolest spots and totally transports you to a 20's prohibition bar. Beneath the Orpheum Theater, the Double Dealer has a large cocktail list separated by liquors and cordials. For those that like mezcal, they even have some tasty cocktails for you (which is rare)! The costumes in the entertainment area surrounding the walls are gorgeous and fitting of the aesthetic. My only complaint was the high prices for cocktails, but you are paying for the experience in addition to the drinks. Add this to your date night list for a sexy night out ASAP!

The staff is soooooo nice. It's extremely well organized there are so many seats event behind the bar !!! Very speakeasy vibes. Bathrooms are extremely clean. The burlesque show is great! Prices for the drinks are appropriate. Try the against the grain if you enjoy sweet drinks. Amazing photo op place. Go visit !!!! The owner even gave us a tour !!! The wall is literally 100 year old cooling wallpaper. So much history

My husband happened upon this place while looking to see where someone we follow was performing. It just so happened, she was performing here while we were in town for the weekend. We walked by Friday night just checking out the area and the nice gentleman at the door allowed us to come in a take a look around. Once we got downstairs we were welcomed by the warm dim lit rooms, beautiful red velvet curtains and awe-inspiring decor and lights. We came back Saturday evening to see Genevieve and the Winding Street Boys perform.... the perfect setting. The cocktails were delicious, the staff was attentive...I don't want to give all the secrets away, you MUST see it for yourself. I only wish there was a place like this back home.

This bar is so worth going to! It's got a hidden speakeasy vibe going on. My friend and I walked up and down the street a couple times trying to figure out where it truly was. It's underground, and has a very cool vibe. They do live music and entertainment as well. We were in New Orleans for only two nights, and we ended up here both nights! Drinks are reasonably priced and really tasty. The staff was also very nice and extremely welcoming. We made friends with the bartender, she was super cool. Highly recommend!

I love this place! Super cute. Love the speakeasy vibe. Jeremy was awesome. Go after 11 because before that the music isn't that great but after they play more of today's music. Will definitely be back!

This is now the coolest cocktail bar in New Orleans. Great venue below the Orpheum theater. Good drinks at reasonable prices with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Did a tour of the place when we first got there that was awesome. Different rooms, various private booths and an entertainment room.

if you walk too fast, you'll miss it. however, drinks are good, prices are nice, entertainment was on brand & live. if you are looking for a good lowkey spot, this is your place.

I was so excited to come here. The inside is gorgeous and the host/waitress was very nice. The drinks were awful. We asked for them to make us a drink that wasn't sweet-they brought us an unbearably sweet drink. To make matters worse we heard the bartender talking about us. It was not a good experience at all unfortunately

This place is fabulous! Definitely my new go-to spot. The entertainment tonight includes singing, puppetry and a beautiful gymnast. It feels like I'm in Paris, not NOLA, which is such a refreshing feeling for a local. Beautiful atmosphere, beautiful entertainment and beautiful staff. Ebony and Jeff gave excellent service and suggestions on drinks.

The bar and the ambiance was really cool. I'd go back for that alone. What is super unfortunate is it was not very busy, like at all. Less than 50 people and it took an hour to get one drink. That was a bummer just because of the fact your reservation right now with Covid was only a two hour time slot and then you would be asked to leave. Our group wanted to try a few different items on the menu but with the incredibly slow service we were unable to.

We wandered in to this magnificent speak easy almost by accident last night, and we are so grateful we did! We were a rowdy local family of nine out celebrating a birthday. We weren't ready to call it a night after dinner and while waiting on a cab looked over, saw the door open to the basement of the Orpheum Theatre and walked over to have a look. After descending the stairs into a nondescript service entrance you round the corner into a fabulous experience from a former time, almost a cross between vaudeville and moulin rouge. The ambiance is wonderful and each beautiful room leads to another even more beautiful room. The marble paired with warm wood, heavy red velvet curtains, and plush touches is stunning. The cocktail menu is divine and the entertainment is so unique. We had great fun with the beautiful burlesque dancer who sang show tunes with us. The staff could not have been more warm and welcoming, and by the end of the night we felt like old friends. Tony and Rick made us feel so special. This should be a "must do" for any special night out on the town. And trust me, if you don't go soon you won't be able to get in. This place is that awesome!!