Junction Bar & Grill

Bar & grill · St Claude

Junction Bar & Grill

Bar & grill · St Claude

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3021 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117

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Burgers, wings, fries, and 40+ beers on tap.  

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3021 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 Get directions

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3021 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 Get directions

+1 504 272 0205
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New Orleans’s Best Old-School Burgers

"Railroad-themed Junction serves plenty of grass-fed burgers named for rail lines. For example, the New York & Atlantic is a classic steakhouse burger with garlic and black pepper butter, pepper jack cheese, and fried onion strips. But all those specialty burgers start with the classic “boxcar burger,” a six-ounce patty of grass-fed, hormone-free ground beef from St. Amant, Louisiana, cooked medium and served on a brioche roll from Dong Phuong bakery. Lettuce, tomato, and onion come on the side. There are plenty of tasty toppings to dress it up, though it’s hardly necessary, and 40 beers on tap, which are very necessary." - Beth D'Addono, Clair Lorell

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Where to Eat in New Orleans’s Bywater Neighborhood

"Burgers and beer. That’s the grand sum of it at this friendly neighborhood pub, which features 40 brews on tap and serves darn good 100 percent grass-fed, hormone-free ground beef on a soft brioche bun. Carnivores will love Junction’s specialty burgers like the Vermonter, with applewood smoked bacon, white cheddar, grilled apple, and a creamy maple sauce; or the Kansas City Southern, in which a brown sugar and cayenne laced patty is topped with yellow cheddar, grilled onions and mushrooms, and barbecue sauce. A black bean patty or fried cod fillet round out the non-beef options." - Beth D'Addono, Clair Lorell

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A Complete Guide to New Orleans’s Best Late-Night Food Destinations

"The kitchen stays open until 11 p.m. seven days a week at this no-frills St. Claude Avenue burger-and-beer palace, known for its grass-fed beef and killer beer list. Junction serves great burger combos. The fries are hand-cut — get them loaded." - Beth D'Addono, Clair Lorell

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Where to Find New Orleans’s Best Chicken Wings

"Although this place on St. Claude is best known for its innovative burger combos, Junction’s wings are also worth a trip. Jumbo in size, the Buffalo, and Tijuana, and Thai chili flavors are dry-rubbed with spices and served with a side of blue cheese, lemon ginger aioli, and Caesar dressings, respectively. Definitely get the skin-on hand-cut fries." - Beth D'Addono, Clair Lorell

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Dee Tait

Google
The BEST burgers I have had in a long time! Looks out of place, hole in the wall! But chill atmosphere, everyone welcome!

Katie Salvadore

Google
We were staying nearby and decided to stop here for lunch and we were not disappointed! The food is so good (especially the ranch) and the drinks are awesome too. Our bartender Bo was very knowledgeable and sweet! Go check it out!

Spencer Bean

Google
Food ALWAYS hits!! I've had almost every burger and every chicken sandwich and every salad.. Favorites repeats were the hot chicken sandwich and Cobb salad pictured here. Bartenders all friendly, I only have 30 minutes for lunch so I like to call ahead so it will be ready but if you come at an off peak time you should be golden.

Brian B

Google
We had a good lunch, but it wasn't as great as the reviews here made it out to be. Our burgers were ordered medium and medium-well and they all came out well done. They had great flavor, and the toppings were all well selected but they were a little dry from being over cooked. The flavor from the bun really saved the whole burger. The house chips were stone-cold. The fries are fresh cut but don't appear to be blanched or soaked, they just taste very starch yand are very dark. The loaded fries appeared to have been left under the Sally for too long. The fried pickles are OK, they lack flavor, a slightly thicker pickle would go a long way, the breading stuck nicely and they are definitely better than pre breaded frozen pickles, The server/bartender was efficient and friendly, kudos for a great job. Ultimately, I feel the value for the money is a little lacking, a $16 burger could come with .20 worth of house cut fries and not charge extra for them. As far as atmosphere, it is a dive bar in an odd area surrounded by dilapidated houses with limited on street parking along a very busy road. The interior is dusty, the table was sticky and you could see grease bulb up on the kitchen walls from the dining room.

Jim W.

Google
This is a great locals hangout. The food is great and very reasonably priced. The owners of the Junction also own a farm . That being said it’s pretty much farm to table

Adrian Brown

Google
The Server I Had Was Really Nice! Ordered Sweet Thai Chili Wings, Tijuana Fries And The New York And Atlantic Burger….Everything I Had Was Very Delicious….Strongly Recommend This Place!!!

Katherine Schroeder

Google
Come spend your money here! The burgers are phenomenal and this is easily one of my favorites in New Orleans. Come for a wide variety of beer, insanely good burgers and fries, or the wonderful atmosphere. I love getting the pickled Cobb salad with chicken and splitting the Tijuana fries with my boyfriend. This spot has casual (but so cute) decor and always has a variety of movies playing. I come for the sour beers but the frozen Irish coffees are some of the best in the area. Super friendly, junction has something for everyone and the staff are so helpful and friendly. My favorite burger here is the Kansas City Southern being from Missouri ❤

Candace

Google
Awesome local bar. Delicious burger. Loved the beer selection and the bartender made great recommendations. Thanks!! I’ll see y’all soon.
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Shan E.

Yelp
The junction is an interesting place. Located in the 9th ward. It is a bar that serves food. Plays rock music. It is loud too! The server had a shirt that says "don't talk to me" which was interesting considering. When we walked in there was an empty booth with a cell phone in it. The booth was huge. I thought someone had left it. I picked it up to give to the server who yelled at us "they are sitting there" it was 3 of us and the server was referring to a couple that was seated at the bar I said it's ok...... the couple was like oh you all sit but the server was like no they are sitting there. I actually wanted to leave as I didn't feel like ppl that looked like me were welcomed but my cousins were like no we will stay ..... fine They were out of brussel sprouts and crawfish fritters. I had the Tijuana wings, loaded fries, and fried pickles The pickles were a tad salty. The wings were good and so were the fries. They served the wings with Ceasar dressing and it was good I ordered a margarita and it was terrible My friend had a hot toddy that she said was amazing My cousin had the tiajuana wings and fries My friend had the the wings that she enjoyed I personally would NOT go back

Vanessa D.

Yelp
Cobb and beet salads were great. Bartender Evan was super joyful and provided excellent service. However, it was way too hot inside. I would definitely spend more time and purchase more food and drink if they had air conditioning. Hopefully they can make the upgrade to improve the experience for future customers. Would have been a 5 star experience had the air conditioning worked.
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Erin F.

Yelp
Love this place, especially the fried pickles. All the burgers are great and I am so happy you can now dine with kids!

Jude C.

Yelp
I wish there was a option for zero stars. Sadly there isn't. For four people the bill was over 100 dollars. If this wasn't bad enough their AC must have been incognito. The only redeeming quality of this restaurant was their wings and alcohol. I would not recommend coming to this restaurant for anything but wings and alcohol. They're advertised as the best burgers in New Orleans, clearly this was a claim and an opinion. This was not true in the slightest measure.

Rhonda H.

Yelp
This is New Orleans it's hot, humid and funky so to the powers that be turn the air conditioner on. You know we do t come here during summer because of this reason. Thought we would give the new regime another try but this isn't looking good! Sad we used to love the place. Bartender is great though.
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Timothy P.

Yelp
I have been here several times and thought I had reviewed it. We are in the height of Omnicron Covid virus. But they are doing what's right and still allowing people to mask up and eat good food. Their selection of beers is amazing. I tried the Greetings from grand Isle sour it has Pinot noir grapes and Black currant. It is bold and flavorful more than other sours. If you are a bit of a risk taker and are open to bold flavor give a taste. My second beverage was a wild one and enjoyable. The King of Carrot flowers. Yes a bit of carrot used to embody this sour with a healthy carrot juice kick, but not to strong. It will only be for those that appreciate a new direction for your sours. It is my favorite of the night and I Will definitely have it again. I ordered the fish and chip at a burger joint, so that may be my fault. I have had it here before and it was cooked better. This portion was over cooked and chewy so it was probably just bad timing for the cook. Especially when they only get 1 out out 50 people getting the fish. They have frozen Irish coffee slushy that is supposed to be wonderful and could be great for a hot day. I am not a slushy fan so it wouldn't be for me. They definitely know how to cook burgers and have served a better fish and chips. I almost forgot the sour pickle vodka shot. As a palette cleanser before my meal was wonderful. But I love pickle juice. If you do also this is must try. I enjoy the junction the staff is super. I will be back soon. I suggest they fine tune the fish fry time and all will be well again.
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Duwain M.

Yelp
My main go to spot with my lady for drinks, 1 bartender for the most part Lots of drinks to choose from if you like different types of beers! It has a backyard that I usually also go to, once I grab my drink!
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Shannon S.

Yelp
Junction is a dive bar that offers over 40 beers on tap along with plenty of other beers in cans and bottles. Junction also makes a good burger at a decent price and they also are one of the few spots you can get a good fish & chips in the city.  They have a nice selection of options to kick the burger level up a few degrees.  They also do quite a very nice job on their fries here too.  The staff seemed to be enjoying themselves at work and took good care to make sure drinks were filled.  I actually still think the burger at The Green Room Kukhnya is a bit better though while the fries at Junction would win that throwdown. My video review of Junction Bar & Grill is here: https://youtu.be/Zwzu3XQR0RI
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Jass W.

Yelp
I really wanted to try a new place for wings and I stumbled across this spot. I got the Buffalo spicy & Tijuana wings and a simple order of fries. The wait didn't take long and the bartender made me a drink. While I was waiting I noticed the cook grab some fries that had been sitting out, that was the first red flag. Once I got the wings and started eating them, I noticed they had to either been refried wings or burnt. The taste is the spicy buffalo wings had like a burnt taste underneath the flavor. The Tijuana wings were better, I guess being a dry rub but they still didn't give what I was expecting. The fries were good but half of them were dark brown, had to be because they were sitting out and not being refrigerated. I hope this was just an off night, but even still. I loved the bartender and the atmosphere, maybe I'd come back for drinks but probably not food.
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M K.

Yelp
Great nut free black bean burger that can be added to any burger. Nice bartender. My husband and I split one burger and fries and it was more than enough for both of us. We got the Brussels sprouts as well but not sure if we will order those again.
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Jeff E.

Yelp
I found this spot in The Marigny when I was here last year. They say it may be one of the best burgers in New Orleans! I absolutely agree! I ate here twice last year, and looked forward to returning again this year. I ordered the "Philadelphia Midland" 6oz Patty w/ Swiss Cheese, Grilled Mushrooms, Fried Onions and a Lemon Ginger Aioli. Washed down with a "Ace" Pear Cider! Hella
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Shoshanna M.

Yelp
Me + 3 others just left this place. One said "this is the best burger I've ever said" The other did a magic trick and made his burger disappear in a minute. Me and the other both got a chicken Caesar salad. And oh my god the chicken was sooo good. I ate it all before the actual lettuce , the croutons... 10/10. Basically it was a fantastic meal, thank you Chef
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Gerardo V.

Yelp
Stopped in for lunch today. This place is dog friendly and has a few tables outside, along with a few shade sails. We got the Central Vermont, which I've had once before and it was amazing. This time, they did not have white cheddar, so I opted for yellow cheddar. Still good, but not the same. Whoever is running this place should definitely make an effort to make sure they have items like this stocked at opening -- you shouldn't miss a key feature of one of your burgers! We also had the Austin Western which was absolutely fantastic. The house-candied jalapeños really are a great addition. Finally, we had the Tijuana fries. Massive basket of em, which was fun. Junction is usually a good option, and today was no exception.
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Chassidy S.

Yelp
This is my first time dining in here, and the server/bartender is extremely friendly. Their menu is interesting, and I came here because my friend recommended it. I will say that the ingredients that they use in their food are definitely grade A ingredients. Unfortunately, it was pretty bland. I wasn't impressed with the flavor of anything. Loaded fries are pretty hard to mess up, but they were extremely bland. I ended up taking my food home and adding more seasoning to it to make it taste better.
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ForkFront F.

Yelp
Went to this place not knowing what to expect, but it was pretty cozy inside. Not many people. We went on a Saturday. Bartender was nice, but seemed reluctant to give out samples of the beers when he asked us if we wanted to try anything. Also, most of thier beer selections were out, so a bit underwhelming for options. We ordered the Philadelphia midland burger, which was fantastic with the onions, mushrooms, and swiss cheese. We also got wings (they were out of the Mandarin) so we got Tijuana. It was good but dry. And we got the New Mexico burger, which didn't have much flavor, tasted like a regular plain hamburger. The fries were nothing to write home about. The Tijuana and regular fries had basically the same seasoning and taste. We stayed there for awhile talking with friends and drinks at a booth. Vibes were cool for that.
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James H.

Yelp
The burger is good. I had the sensual Vermont burger. The fries were a bit different T from what I usually get but they are very good. As well. Plus they serve a nice sized helping of them.
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Kristen W.

Yelp
This isn't a real late night spot anymore, they close their kitchen at 11pm, sometimes earlier, despite the website saying they're open til 2am. The burger is overpriced and very very hit or miss, sometimes it's fantastic and sometimes it's overcooked and tastes like they forgot to season it. I used to eat here a lot because my SO gets off work at 11:30 and it was one of the few places to get food after then, but now that they close at 11 there's no reason to anymore. There are better options during the day.
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Kris S.

Yelp
This is a cool spot with great beer on tap and the best bar food in the city. The salads are great as are the burgers. The bartenders are on point!

Amanda L.

Yelp
Hey everyone-- We literally just left this restaurant. Myself and 4 other female guest entered the restaurant around 9pm today and were shocked by how rude the bar tender behaved towards us. We went here earlier in the week and had great service from a kind woman who served us at the table. This man... was different. I strongly encourage you to spend your money else where. He informed us that we could not be served at the table and then threw menus on the bar. We were confused as we had a positive experience previously and had not had an interaction with anyone just yet. My sister in law grabbed the menus. He stated we would need to order at the bar. We spoke amongst ourselves at our table and despite the rudeness, were willing to stay and order. The bartender- J-mal or Jamal, pictured below proceeded to tell us that he did not have chicken, which was strange because we had not mentioned any preferences for our order and there are other options available. All guest present are BIPOC. So you can understand how this came across, especially considering the tone used. My friend had not heard him and simply asked about an item we enjoy during our last visit and he rudely stated "we don't have none, that's what none means" or something along these lines. She clarified that she understood what "none" means and was only asking as she had heard only a portion of what he stated correctly. She was calm and direct, and he... was not. We let him know he was coming off aggressive. He said " I'm just letting you know how it is" I asked if he was ok. He said he was fine, however his demeanor said otherwise. I took the photo below after leaving the restaurant and he came out and recorded us using profane language and invited us to list this review on Yelp! So here it is. I have video as well. He stated he would comment beneath my post. I will respond as appropriate.
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Ryan B.

Yelp
Took 50 minutes to make a burger... I called in ahead of time on my lunch break so they could get a head start to make my burger on my way to the restaurant. When I got there the employee told me any minute my food would be out. 15 mins later, another person shows up looking for their food we hear the same story, food will be out any minute. 15 mins later, my lunch break is over, still no burger and the employee told me my food is on the grill and should be coming out any minute. Why is my burger still on the grill 30 mins later?! Finally after waiting almost an hour for this burger, it wasn't even that good.. sorry to say, I won't be returning to junction burger.
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Cesar R.

Yelp
Stopped in for a cheat meal now that I'm trying to make sure me waist size doesn't surpass my age and I still stand by my original review! Beer selection continues to be on point and happy to see a larger selection of ciders. Sad to see that my favorite burger (The Austin) is no longer on the menu but I understand things change and someday that sweet jalapeño relish may make its way back on the menu. Instead I had the Fish n Chips and it was killer. The batter was magical and flavorful and the fish perfectly cooked! Oh and the chips were crisp golden wonders that complimented the fish so well! Well done chef! I also had the Tijuana Jumbo Wings and they were worth every calorie filled bite! Crunchy, tart, beautifully cooked.
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Megan M.

Yelp
Talk about hitting the spot. I came with a friend and we both enjoyed our meal well I know for sure I enjoyed mine. I got the jumbo wings Tijuana and boy were they good nice a big not a skimpy wing you get other places and feel like you need a few more perfect. My friend got a burger I forgot the name but the food was amazing ill be back soon.
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Amita R.

Yelp
I live a few blocks away from here now....and had to walk over!! The amazing bartender Beaux helped me on my Mamas "day off" and served me amazing drinks and burgers. Cant wait to come back for the fish and chips. Great spot, amazing food, dont be scared by the surroundings- but know where you are at!
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Matthew L.

Yelp
This was a pretty good burger. Came here with my wifey while we were going all over the city on a Saturday jaunt. Sat at the bar which was nice to finally do in the city. The bartender was very knowledgeable and sweet. Def got us on to the right brews to be on. The food was great! I got the cheese fries and the cheeseburger and it was mighty tasty. Pretty funky spot but super clean on the inside. Go give it a try!
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Meagan J.

Yelp
I've always passed this restaurant but never stopped. So this particular Sunday my boyfriend and I were craving chicken wings. I did my yelping and noticed this place serve wings. I was hesitant as I looked through the menu since they only have three flavors! However to my surprise it was worth giving it a try. We ordered Laguna wings, Florida Southern Bean Burger, and Fish & Chips. The big burger wasn't that great but I'm sure the beef burgers would have topped it! The wings were of a teriyaki sweet flavor favor tender and flavorful. The fish and chips were tasty the batter lacked seasoning but the fish made up for it. My favorite were the fries. I'm a fry lover and I had to tip my hat to these bad boys. There were crispy and soft on the inside just how I like it. As far as the atmosphere everything was clean and welcoming. You can control the music being played and they have a full bar. Cozy and secluded just how I like it.
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Ty L.

Yelp
Walked in and started to order the wings because that was what was advertised on the board outside but decided to switch it up and I'm so glad I did! Asked my bartender what was the most popular dish and what was her favorite and she let me know she was vegetarian but suggested "The Boxcar Burger" with a bean pattie and "The Pickled Cobb" with no meat. I decided to try the vegetarian version of the Boxcar and kept the Cobb as it is on the menu and WOW! "The Pickled Cobb" with the dressing was out of this world. I don't think I've had a salad in YEARS that has had me unable to put my fork down. I loved the flavor of "The Boxcar Burger", with the substituted black bean pattie (normally a meat guy), it was a southwest flavor explosion. For our party to be coming in at 11:30 at night on a Friday, the food was PRIMETIME. I paired my dinner with a "sour-smoothie" draft beer that I cannot remember the name of but was absolutely DELICIOUS!! (I don't have any photos because I could not stop stuffing my face) 4/5

Tareionn B.

Yelp
food was okay..I ordered a sprite the guy bartender said "yeah but it cost money" as if I didn't just pay for my meal, or as if I was broke. Burger was good though that comment was just out of place!
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Clarissa C.

Yelp
Upon entering the establishment to tame our hunger after a long hard day, my family and I were one, not greeted and two, we noticed there was what appeared to be water on the booth table. I approached the man working at the bar and requested someone to come to wipe the table clean. The man tossed a large stained, dingy, once possibly white towel, that appeared to also be wet, in front of me onto the bar. Being disappointed by his reaction to disregarding my request and basically telling me to do it myself, while I would have normally just walked out or asked to speak to a manager, I chose to just not touch the towel and remaining calm and using restraint, I immediately asked for dry napkins to wipe the table. The man responded to me by saying "What!" at which time I repeated myself. He then handed me a pile of napkins and a pile of menu sheets that were not stacked neatly. I returned to the table, wiped it, and stated to my brother and sister-n-law that I was no longer interested in dining there as the man was rude and not very kind. However, I was willing to stay there with them (and not eat) had they decided to stay and dine as I don't feel comfortable eating where I am not treated kindly. Shortly after, a lady walked in with her dog and passed right by our table. I/we were absolutely ready to leave the unclean and sanitized establishment with the very rude bartender as I also don't dine with animals in restaurants. The same bartender came from behind the bar, and then in a kind voice, to tell us to let him know when we were ready to order. My mind was already made up and my trust and comfort was already out the window. I returned the menus, now nicely stacked, along with the pile of napkins to the bar as we proceeded to leave the establishment. I have no desire to ever dine there or recommend others as long as he or others alike him are working there.
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FreeDom ..

Yelp
The most delicious burgers and fries ever! We love the food, the drinks, and the communal vibe. It's an easy place to hang...
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Elliott V.

Yelp
Walked in and ordered from the bartender and was able to get in-and-out within hour of entering as planned
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Megan M.

Yelp
Bartender was amazing and so were the burgers! I would definitely recommend. I got the Vermont burger. I did not expect to like a burger with granny apples but it was amazing
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Krysisha C.

Yelp
Tonight I was disgusted by the actions of the bartender J'mal. 4 of my friends and I are visiting from out of town and decided to try out this place because of the reviews and recommendations. When we arrived we sat at a booth. We waited for about 5 minutes until J'mal shouted from the bar "what's going on tonight ladies?" I responded with "nothing much! How do we go about getting menus?" He said "I have them right here" and proceeded to throw the menus at the bar. Then responded with "y'all have to come get these. This isn't a fancy restaurant ladies. You will need to order at the bar." One of my friends got up and grabbed the menus from the bar and returned to the table. He then walked over and said "I just want to let y'all know we don't have any chicken..." and mentioned something else. One of my friends did not hear what the last unavailable item was and asked to repeat it. He repeated it with an attitude saying "we have none & that's what none mean." She let him know she knows what none means and that she just wanted clarification on the items he mentioned. She also mentioned that he was coming off a bit aggressive. He responded with "that's fine. I'm letting you know how it is." Confused, we asked him if he was okay and he was said that he was. I immediately got up and was ready to leave because I have no time to give an order to someone who clearly did not want to serve nor take it. He then walked away from the table saying "Okay then, goodnight." Basically letting the rest of my friends know he was not going to serve us. We then stated we were going to write a review because of his actions, he then proceeded to come outside upset behind us. We began to record him. I would suggest to please spend your money at other surrounding bars.
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Jackie D.

Yelp
After much discussion and SEVERAL beers earlier in the day at Urban South, my partner and I took the suggestion of a fellow beer snob and landed upon junction. It has to be said that it this point we were so full of beer that the last thing I wanted to see was a beer and OF COURSE this place has an outstanding craft beer selection. Anything I could think of was on the wall and it ALMOST talked me into breaking my 4 hour beer fast but alas, they had frozen Irish Coffee and my decision was already made. As we slurped down our milky yet light coffees, we perused the menu. I got the boxcar burger with bacon and bleu and the man friend got the New York and Atlantic. Because we couldn't say no, we went Tijuana for the fries. Each burger was painstakingly made from scratch, so I wouldn't show up starving or in a hurry, but they were worth it. The soft, sweet Dong Phuong roll was a great contrast to the juicy burger and the salty bacon and cheese. The fries were crunchy and flavorful, so much so that I brought the leftovers back to our hotel and dunked some in ranch the next morning before brunch. I know, glutton. While it wasn't the best burger I've ever had, it hit the spot for what I needed at the time. Something with just the right amount of greasy carbs to soak up all the beer that a sober person would find tasty and good to the last bite. Success.

T R.

Yelp
Local beef, Dong Phuong bun, fresh-cut fries, and a killer beer list make this place a gem. Prices are beyond reasonably given the quality of ingredients used. Bartenders are super chill, no hipster attitude at this place! Nice bathrooms, very clean especially by nola bar standards! Dog-friendly backyard area is appreciate but should be improved, there's nothing really there right now. Junction and Fharmacy are tied in my book for best burger in town (with honorable shoutout to Beachcorner!)
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Sierra J.

Yelp
Two words. Burgers and beers. The burger combinations at junction are unbeatable!! They have a little of everything you could imagine. When we went we got the central Vermont, which includes cheese and apple slice bacon the whole 9 yards. It may sound a little weird at first but it's honestly one of the best things I have ever tasted. I got the boxcar burger with bacon, cheese, and bbq sauce. Simple yet also very very good. The fries are also great!! Check out the Tijuana wings if you want something a little bit different, those are really good as well. The beer selection is out of this world. They have a whole separate flip menu dedicate to it. I had this really good rosè IPA. Def a great casual place to just grab and drink and a great burger!
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Evan F.

Yelp
Made our way to Bywater last night and glad we did. Super friendly staff, excellent local draft beer selection, outstanding grass fed beef burgers with hand cut fries. My mother in law even loved her beet salad. A must go if anywhere near here. If not near, get here.
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Keturah T.

Yelp
The beers are off the chain. Bathroom are clean! I'm happy and tipsy. The bartender Derek is the bomb he is very patient and helpful with the beers. The flights are good because you can try at least 4 different beers.

Catrina D.

Yelp
Rude! Rude! Rude! I, along with a group, stopped in to get food and possibly drinks. We sat down at a booth and were chatting for a while. The person who appeared to be the server/bartender yelled over to our table stating that this was not a regular restaurant and we needed to come to the bar to grab menus and order. He waved and threw the menus down. This was different considering my group was there just a couple days prior and there was a nice woman who did come to our table and take our orders. So no problem one of us grabbed the menus. Just a few seconds later he came to the table saying that they were out of items. I didn't hear everything and asked a question and he said "no means no" and proceeded to say they didn't have chicken and I still never knew what the other items were that weren't available. I mentioned something seemed wrong. This person came off as aggressive and very rude, which he said was alright. The server stated he "was just letting us know how it is." He walked off and stated goodnight. My group and I obviously left and would not be spending our money there. The server is not a right fit to the service industry if he treats customers this way. My group did not do anything to be treated that way.
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Roberto T.

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Mamalon se pasaron de lanza buen show. I was there on a Tuesday and had some beers will be coming back.
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Corbin P.

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Junction was hands down the best food I had while visiting NOLA. After a week of trying the "must go to" places it was nice to eat at a place the does "traditional" exceptionally well, these burgers are dynamite! Skip the place "best known for shrimp and grits or crawfish" they are everywhere! Do your tastebuds a solid and make time for Junction. PS- Darren and Matt are a phenomenal bartender/cook duo.
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Yomarie G.

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Best burgers in NOLA!!! I don't know why they have average reviews here but we loved it. Go early to enjoy their TV in the backyard! Good prices and nice service. The potato fries are so fresh and crunchy!

Paul W.

Yelp
I just got the buffalo wings. They were raw. Who cares after that whether the sauce was too sweet and not at all a buffalo sauce. Gross.
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Sebrina B.

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Junction woos my heart for three reasons: convenience, beer "education", and unhealthy veggie options. I love love that there is a convenient and reliable late night go to for all my bywater/marigny shenanigans. And by reliable I mean located on a well lighted street and clean bathrooms. They also have this great flip book that outlines the taste profiles for their above average beer selection. Bonus. The flip book also makes for a cute Yelp picture! It is great for those are always looking to try something new. But also logistically, the flip book allows the bartenders to take care of other patrons instead of waiting on one patron to do eenie minie moe while they select a beer. Finally, although I enjoy the burgers myself I also enjoy that they can make any of the burgers with the yummy black bean burger as well. Still not healthy or vegan because of the bun and usually cheese, but a slightly better option.
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Matthijs H.

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I used to like the junction, back in the ole days. But I need to be real, and stop lying to myself and others. They've gone down the sh*tter, and it's a damn shame. I feel that the quality of the food has gone down considerably. Whether the burgers will be juicy or dry is always a gamble nowadays. What truly has led me to vow never to return, however, are the prices. For instance, the 'central Vermont' burger was $10.50 in 2015, now it is $14. Yes, I am a cheap bastard, but I think a 33% price hike is considerable. Even more outrageously priced are the beers. One of my favorite local brews, Jucifer IPA, is $8 per pint! Compare that to my preferred local dive bar, J&J's, which serves that same beer, on draft, at $3,50/pint. As for service, it's still good although I miss Paul. The current main bartender, Mick, is a fine lad but gets into grumpy moods and then puts on really loud music on the jukebox, disabling any potential for conversations for intermittent 10 minute periods. So in other words, Junction has sunken to the kind of place that one would expect in the French Quarter, the sort that offers mediocre overpriced food and booze but does well anyway because of tourists. However, instead of a tourist trap, it's a locals trap.

Barbara F.

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Went to the Junction for the first time to watch the Saints game. Had no expectations but left pleasantly surprised. The food was not what you'd expect for bar, burger and fries. The burgers were delicious and very nice sized. The fries and their many varieties were fresh, homemade and generously portioned. The fish and chips were exceptional and did I mention the portion size!!! I'm not s bear drinker but the bartender John Mack said he could find something to suite my palette. He gave me samples of many fruit ciders until I found something I liked. I have never had a few pints of cider, but I did tonight . I would recommend this Bywater establishment for anyone. There is more than enough booth seating and s long bar with plenty of television options. Some people stayed on the porch and just came in to order drinks. Even though the Saints lost, John Mack made us feel like guests at his bar and not customers. He is very attentive and friendly . I'll be back .
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Emily M.

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Been here far more than just two times. I like lots of things about Junction and I'll tell you why. I like that it's great for lunch, dinner or post Chewbacchus. I like that it's spacious without feeling cold, but cozy without feeling cramped. I like their Wednesday Night Beer Flight specials for $6 (after 9pm) because you get to try 18oz of beer you normally might feel too intimidated to try solo. I love that the burgers are diverse, flavorful and juicy, and that the Angus beef is raised and farmed locally. I like the laid back bartenders/servers and their friendly demeanor. I like that it's good for groups or individuals and that I've never left unsatisfied. Junction for the win!
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Marie P.

Yelp
Excellent burger!! Excellent beer selection. 4 of us came on a Monday. Nice vibe, juicy high quality burger. My daughters fiancé had the Vermont burger with apple slices and cheddar. It worked well! My daughter got a blue cheese burger. We loved the blue cheese so much, we wanted to ask what brand they used... but didn't. I had a cheddar burger.Juicy burger, good amount of cheese, tasty brioche., Hand cut fries done well... Perfect! Oh and a frothy glass of Nitro Milk Stout, by Left Hand Brewing. Really perfect!!!
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Brianna J.

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So I've been to Junction a couple of time now and if I'm in the mood for a late night burger and good company, this is the place I'll frequent. The staff is really cool and very personable and the food is really tasty! All the burgers are inventive and satisfying! Last time I was there I was treated to a Vampire Movie Marathon as I filled my belly with a juicy and flavorful Boxcar burger and fries! All the patrons seem like old friends and you can tell that this neighborhood bar is home to many on a weekly/daily basis! I will return again as I have never been at a time when I had to wait for a table or wait a particularly long time for my food which is more than I can say for other late night burger bars in New Orleans. If you're looking for the kind of place the locals visit and not another tourist trap, try Junction! You won't be disappointed!!!
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Rachel F.

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HOLY SHIT! if you want a good burger, come here. then keep coming. their burger is unreal. also if you like beer, they have a GREAT! draft selection.
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Sally D.

Yelp
Junction can be whatever you want or need it to be. It's a neighborhood bar where you can try a ton of great beers. It's a quick spot to grab a no-fuss burger. It can be a restaurant destination for grabbing a table, ordering one of their specialty burgers, and making a dining experience of it. (NOTE: it is 21+ to enter) All orders are placed at the bar. The barkeep characters range from the super friendly to the harmless but standoff-ish. In the recent past it often seemed like they were understaffed at the bar, which made for longer service times especially with a crowd. I am pleased to report that they seem to have taken care of this recently. The burgers are creative. My favorite one was rotated off the menu, but they still made it for me when I asked. The fries are only $1 more so definitely worth it. The fried pickles are worth the splurge for a pretty huge serving size. Flipping through their deck of beers provides lots of entertainment while also showcasing their amazing beer selection with lots of local flavors. The backyard is a best-kept secret of outdoor seating in the area... picnic tables, nothing fancy, but clean and pleasant. There's no guessing what the juke box will be playing. It seems to have an eclectic selection. And same with the TV's although you can be sure to catch football games. And some nights they do movie screenings. And for those of us who often crave frozen Irish coffees, but can't necessarily trek into our favorite Irish pubs in the FQ, Junction's got you covered.