Big Daddy’s Bar

It was one of those nights where Mimi’s started to get crowded, so we headed across the street to this place. I had never been before, and there weren’t many people here when the bartender introduced himself– I think his name was Steve.
We chatted briefly with a nice couple that was sitting at the bar. They explained that they were neighborhood regulars and raved about what a great place it was. I had to agree– they had good music on the speakers and everyone was having a good time.
There wasn’t much else going on this particular night. We all just sat around and talked and had a good time. I’d return.

I always end up here after a recital show from The New Movement Theater. In fact, this is where my class had our post-​graduation party. Typically this bar is pretty empty but both patrons and staff are friendly to the group of newcomers. I was also here for Mardi Gras this year before participating in St. Ann’s and had a good time with the tremendous group of revelers gathered. I usually only drink beer in this joint but the couple of mixed drinks I’ve had have been nice and strong. If you’re in the mood for a dark, smoky, no nonsense bar, this place is highly recommended. No frills but good service.

This is MY bar in the neighborhood. My Cheers. I love every single one of their bartenders and they show saints games on Sundays complete with pudding shots (YES PUDDING SHOTS) after every touchdown. Mimis can kiss it with their pretentiousness and handle bar mustaches. Ive spent MANY MANY nights working out my lifes problems at Big Daddies. OH and they are 24 hours. Nah. Run tell THAT! Love you guys!

The drinks were cheap but the bartender Was rudest bartender I’ve ever experienced. After waiting 10 mins for service he says As we were «don’t ever come back» for no reason. It was completely uncalled for. Never agin will I step foot in this place

I love this little gem of a bar. The drinks are cheap and the service is great. The bartender we had was super nice too. Its across from Mimis which is now kinda a bust since the music is gone but Big Daddys is here still standing. Its also a great place to watch the Mardi Gras parade Chewbaccus

«Lawd.» was the only drunken tip I could muster when I checked in to this bar one drunken night a few weeks ago. The bartenders were nice from what I could remember and I ended up slow dancing with a stranger who kept petting my hair.
I have a friend who spent Thanksgiving night here and insists it is the best hidden gem in the city. I’ve also heard that it is an unofficial gay bar although the jury is still out on that. They *do* host Deep Lez here which I’ve yet to check out but am very excited about.
Drinks are much cheaper here than Mimi’s across the street and the crowd is way less pretentious, too. I will definitely be back the next time I’m in the neighborhood.

What do you do on Thanksgiving eve at 12:40 when Mimi’s decides to switch on the harsh bright lights to indicate it’s closing time? (really, WTF? The bar was quite crowded as usual. I don’t get it and I don’t like it). You head directly across the street to finish off the night at Big Daddy’s.
You’d think it would be a haven for the Rob Halford and Mister Rogers set, but you’d be wrong. Friendly, slightly divey, with a constant stream of characters strolling in. Not that Rob Halford or Mister Rogers would be out of place here… actually no one would be out of place in here. The character roll included a pair of sprightly squaws, a rotund older fella with a giant turkey on a pole, then plenty of your average guys and dolls… you get the picture. Old, young, hip, not… bring it to Big Daddy’s.
The bartender is Abe Vigoda-​esque, perhaps a bit world weary, but thoroughly kind and welcoming.
I could have sat there for hours. Oh, wait, I did.
Thanks for being there for us, Big Daddy’s, in a time of need. I won’t forget you on any given night in the neighborhood.

The best place for ending your night. Whenever my friends or wife end up at Mimi’s across the street, I will typically ditch them for Big Daddy’s. Instead of the sweaty upstairs or the douchey downstairs of Mimi’s, Big Daddy’s is a laid back dive bar, always with interesting characters.
It’s a gay bar that doesn’t have expectations; I’ve never felt uncomfortable there. The bartenders can figure out pretty fast whether you want the company of men or not, and help other customers figure it out too, so there’s no pressure or awkwardness, as long as you’re cool with the crowd. I’ve been bought drinks well after the fact that I’m straight was made fairly public for the patrons, and the folks who frequent the place just seem to be happy to talk to someone.
Pro-​tip: there’s a claw machine filled with sex toys. Keep playing and you’ll get something worth your money, and the memories of that night will last forever. There’s also a pool table with only a few rips in the felt, and a couple of relatively straight cues.

I love Big Daddy’s.
Last night, after walking into a too-​crowded Marie’s and being snubbed at Lost Love, my friend and I remembered that Big Daddy’s exists.
Big Daddy’s is always full of nice people – clientele and staff. Last night we were entertained by an older lady singing beautifully and playing what appeared to be a Casio keyboard (not sure what it was). People got up and drunkenly slow-​danced. Drinks were cheaper and better than at Mimi’s across the street, and served without the sneer. It was nice to sit down and have a few drinks and a conversation with my friend without having to worry about douchebags.
They do take cards.
Bathrooms? Not gross.
Totally beats the jet-​engine meets sardine-​can meets highway robbery that is Mimi’s across the street.

This is not the place with the legs on Bourbon St. This is a random gay bar across the street from Mimi’s.
For some reason or another, when my friends and I realize we’ve been sitting at Mimi’s for far too long, we dash across the street and do shots at Big Daddy’s. Everyone (read all 3 people) is always very pleasant. The bar tender flirts with the straight guys who are with us. We do the shots and run back. I recommend this pastime to anyone.