The Bell
In the early 1900's, a retired band of famous British explorers left their native England and moved to New Orleans where they could relax and luxuriate in fine food, copious amounts of booze, and great music. They brought their collected ephemera with them, and looked to create a place in their new home where they could gather and share tales of their glory days with one another. They took over the small house that now houses The Bell, and turned it into their Explorers Club, filling the walls with their collections, and populating the place with memories of their Mother country. Over the years, that club accepted new members, and they began to host locals, as well. Eventually, their grandchildren decided to turn this Explorer's Club into a proper pub, and The Bell was born.
Meet the Explorers
The Bell
A classic British pub meets the spirit of New Orleans, all on the iconic Esplanade Avenue.
The Bell brings the spirit of the British pub to New Orleans. Perched along sunny Esplanade Avenue, The Bell occupies an historic house with wraparound porch, plus a sun-drenched patio with lush plantings.
Step inside and find yourself in a warm and welcoming place where pints of Guinness are always perfectly poured, the room hums with life, and there's a genuine sense of occasion.
We welcome walk-ins at the bar, in our convivial pub room, and on the patio. For the dining room and porch, we kindly suggest reservations.
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We are inspired by classic British pub fare, and a number of beloved London institutions like Sweetings, St. John, and Rochelle Canteen. We've combined those influences with the energy and history of New Orleans, showcased in a thoughtful raw bar and oyster program, as well as a commitment to thoughtful sourcing.
Our menu is built for easy gathering and snacking at the bar, or a proper dinner shared with friends.
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In our covered, outdoor oyster bar, we are able to host special gatherings for larger groups, office parties, or special celebrations. This flexible, comfortable space is particularly unique in New Orleans; the design - warm, inviting, and fun - encourages our guests to enjoy themselves.
Our expansive, adjacent patio offers flexible options for even larger groups. Contact us to discuss how we might help you bring your party to life.
InquireMonday: 5pm – 9:30pm
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday & Thursday: 5pm – 9:30pm
Friday & Saturday: 11:30am – 10pm
Sunday: 11:30am – 9:30pm
Reservations are accepted for the dining room and porch only. The pub room, bar, and patio are walk-in only.
We love our guests to dress with a sense of occasion. We kindly discourage hats or flip-flops, and men must wear shirts with sleeves.
Due to our intimate size, we accept parties up to 8 on our patio. For larger gatherings, please inquire about private events.
We are unable to accommodate high chairs or strollers inside the restaurant.
Yes, we offer corkage at $35 per 750mL bottle, with a maximum of one bottle per two guests.
We do not offer to-go orders at this time.
No-shows or late cancellations may be charged $25 if we are unable to rebook the table.
We offer a variety of dishes that are vegetarian friendly, including our salad selections. We can substitute tofu on our Curry in order to make it vegan.
Well-behaved dogs are very welcome on our porch and large patio.
While we are not a traditional "sports bar," we DO have two televisions in the pub, covered when not in use. We show sports and soccer matches when appropriate. Geaux Saints.
There is ample parking in and around the neighborhood, including many spots in front of the restaurant on Esplanade Avenue. We do not have any official parking lots, but spaces are often easy to find within the surrounding two blocks.
