French Quarter
Event Spaces
& Balconies
Rue Bourbon Events offers an array of unique and historic event spaces with balconies overlooking Bourbon Street, chef-driven catering, bespoke beverage offerings, and AV options available. Our five venues have adaptable floor plans that can set the stage for any event.
Corporate Receptions | Social Affairs | Elevated Dining Experiences
Meetings | Networking | Afters & Wrap Parties
Weddings | Rehearsal Dinners | Welcome Receptions
Brand Activations | Pop-Up Shops | Mardi Gras
locations
240 Bourbon Street
201 Bourbon Street
400 Bourbon Street
New Orleans, Louisiana
phone
(504) 858-7400
See below for additional information about our event spaces, or inquire to start a conversation with our events team about which space would be best for your celebration.
PROHIBITION ROOM with wraparound balcony
OLD ABSINTHE HOUSE, THIRD FLOOR
The Prohibition Room features an unparalleled overlook of Bourbon Street from a wraparound balcony.
The interior is features opulent turn-of-the-century French crystal chandeliers and original hand-painted wooden wine cabinets.
20 guests seated | 85 guests for cocktail receptions
The Prohibition Room can be rented in tandem with the Parlour & Mezzanine for larger gatherings of up to 150 guests. All three floors can be rented for sizable celebrations for up up to 250 guests.
THE PARLOUR & mezzanine
OLD ABSINTHE HOUSE, SECOND FLOOR
The Parlour features an inviting mix of modern and traditional New Orleans decor. This 900 square foot event space features hardwood floors, a large painting of the Battle of New Orleans and a charming fireplace. Its blue French doors lead to the attached Mezzanine Bar, an intimate enclosed sunroom with a built-in bar, exposed brick, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Bienville Street Courtyard. This space offers sound privacy from the noise of Bourbon Street and lends itself well to wedding ceremonies, private meetings, and corporate dinners.
40 guests seated at rounds | 35 guests seated at u-shaped table | 85 guests for cocktail receptions
the speakeasy
OLD ABSINTHE HOUSE, FIRST FLOOR
The Speakeasy operates as Tatlo, a restaurant that showcases Southeast Asian cuisine and absinthe cocktails. A clandestine cocktail lounge accessible via both courtyard entrances, the space features the original bar and restored marble absinthe fountains acquired by the Old Absinthe House in 1871, stone floors, plush soft seating, and dim lighting. The space offers private entrance through the Bienville Courtyard, and can be rented in tandem with one or both of the spaces upstairs in order to accommodate up to 250 guests.
20 guests for intimate seating | 85 guests for cocktail receptions
IBERVILLE ROOM
201 BOURBON STREET, SECOND FLOOR
The Iberville Room features elegant mirrors, chandeliers, and hardwood floors with floor-to-ceiling windows. The balcony accomodates 24 guests and extends over the sidewalk, providing direct aerial views of Bourbon Street. This space is located above the Mango Mango Daiquiris on the corner of Bourbon and Iberville Streets, and its entrance is located on Iberville Street next to the Alibi Bar. Limited catering options are available at this location.
40 guests seated | 85 guests for cocktail receptions
