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Vaughan's Lounge

800 Lesseps St
New Orleans, LA 70117-4720
Phone: (504) 947-5562
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Hours:
Daily 12pm-2am

Editorial Review for Vaughan's Lounge – by Kevin Forest Moreau

The Scene
Tucked into the historic Bywater residential neighborhood, Vaughan's is about as authentic as you could possibly hope for. Despite its location in an iffy section of town, this is one of the friendliest places on the map, with reasonably cheap drinks and free red beans and rice.

The Sounds
Vaughan's is famous for Thursday nights, when the affable Kermit Ruffins and his Barbecue Swingers hold court when they're not on the road; Kermit is likely to be cooking up hot sausage and chicken on his own grill (in the bed of his truck) between sets. Local and visiting jazz luminaries are apt to drop in and jam with the band. Although the bar is open the rest of the week, there's only live music on Thursdays. But it's those Thursday nights make this spot a local music landmark.

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The Extras

On off nights, the stage area sports a pingpong table for more nimble drinkers.

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Editor's Review

A down-home neighborhood joint worlds away from flashy chain establishments with live music and good red beans.  See the full editorial review.

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The Extras

On off nights, the stage area sports a pingpong table for more nimble drinkers.

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Bar/Club Information for Vaughan's Lounge

Admission

  • Thursdays, $5-$10

Smoking

  • Yes

Atmospheres

  • Neighborhood
  • Bars
  • Live Music
  • After Work
  • Tavern

Parking

  • Street

Live Music

  • Yes

Hours

  • Daily 12pm-2am

Payment Types

  • Cash

Music Types

  • Jazz
  • Funk, Soul & R&B
  • Swing

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