What to order at French 75 Bar

Signature drink
French 75
Editor tip
Order the French 75 with cognac, not gin; the older Cazenave-era recipe is the house standard.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeCocktail bar
Price$$$
Signature drinkFrench 75
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Food program: Bar snacks; Arnaud's kitchen next door

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Location

Address: 813 Rue Bienville, New Orleans, LA 70112

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