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The Country Club
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The Country Club may just be the best kept 40-year-old secret in New Orleans. Located in a stunning circa 1884 Italianate manse in Bywater, the restaurant bar has it roots as a gay staycation spot,... Read More
The Country Club may just be the best kept 40-year-old secret in New Orleans. Located in a stunning circa 1884 Italianate manse in Bywater, the restaurant bar has it roots as a gay staycation spot, and still attracts a strong LGBTQ crowd to the gorgeous salt water pool out back. But it's a mixed crowd that frequents the excellent restaurant up front as well as the freewheeling pool scene. Eat up front in the lovely art-filled dining rooms, with chef Chris Barbato in the kitchen (last of Commander's Palace), or have nibbles poolside. Guests can pay a day rate to swim and lounge or pay an annual membership for unlimited privileges. This place feels like being on vacation. What's not to love about that?
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Address:
634 Louisa St.
New Orleans, LA 70117
504-945-0742
Hours:
- Daily 10am-1am
Website:
thecountryclubneworleans.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Beth D'Addono
New Orleans Local Expert
- Gay Clubs: "Drag brunch on Saturdays is a hoot, with the crowd usually dominated by gaggles of lively bachelorette parties."
- Best for Gay Clubs Because: The Country Club is a fun place to gather with all flavor of friends for pool time or drinks at the bar.
