Buffa's Bar & Restaurant

4.3(1,987)

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Location & Hours

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1001 Esplanade Ave
New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
United States

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(504) 949-0038

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About Buffa's Bar & Restaurant

Casual eatery with classic American and Cajun eats, cocktails, and regular live music events.

Price range: inexpensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on May 13, 2025.

4.3/5

Based on 1,987 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Heather Peterson

6 months ago

This was just what we were looking for. Great food, fun conversation, and not quite so loud. Live band in the back but a quieter bar also near the street. James was a great bartender! Update: We boug...

Ms.Z

2 months ago

Love this place it is open 24 hours and you can get hot delicious 🤤 food! Also have bands! The crawfish cream sauce on the balls are dynamite! Back home and I am still craving these!

Veronica Mg

2 months ago

When coming to New Orleans it’s actually a little more difficult than one might think to find good food. I was so happy when our friends took us here. They had a simple menu but you knew everything wa...

Shaun Moran

6 months ago

I don't know what everyone else in my group ate, but the cheese fries were freaking amazing. House made cheese was delectable. And the cheesecake was just as good. Adam is a freaking amazing pers...

G

a month ago

Amazing dive bar. Has an amazing history to it. Was family owened then sold to the bar family. We had the chicken delmonico sandwich and it's just wow. Super juicy and tender. Our bartender Mr. Steele...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers consistently report a highly positive dining experience, praising the food, service, and atmosphere. The overall sentiment is overwhelmingly enthusiastic and highly recommended.

Customer Favorites

The chicken delmonico sandwich, cheese fries with house-made cheese, and crawfish cream sauce on the balls are frequently mentioned as exceptional dishes. The etouffee and Reuben were also well-received.

Atmosphere & Service

The bar is described as a fun, lively place with options for both quieter conversations and enjoying live music. Bartenders like Mr. Steele, Adam, and James are consistently praised for their excellent service, personality, and attentiveness.

Value & Quality

Customers emphasize the deliciousness and quality of the food. One reviewer mentioned hot sauces that were so good they purchased them.

Areas for Improvement

No specific areas for improvement were mentioned.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight the delicious food and excellent service, with specific praise for menu items like the chicken delmonico sandwich. The 24-hour availability is also valued.