One of the best things about a really old city center is the fact that you can find the best places tucked into little nooks and crannies of ancient old buildings, and New Orleans has a lot of old buildings and a lot of cool nooks and crannies. Such is The Kerry Irish Pub, on Decatur Street, in the French Quarter. With barely a few feet of frontage, The Kerry is infinitely deeper than it is wide. Walk too fast and you may miss it, which would be a pity. In a city that is known for its party atmosphere, a quiet Irish pub is a welcome relief.
Opened in October 1993, the original owners wanted a pub where one could hear Irish music all the time, not just a few nights here and there. Today, Irish music is still offered nearly every evening. This, and the fact that they know how to poor a decent pint of Guinness, as well as offering a good selection of Irish whiskey, makes The Kerry Irish Pub a destination worth searching out. Oh, and the place is haunted, so keep an eye out for ghosts.
On the day I stopped in I was, unfortunately, on my way to another engagement, but I did make time to savor a quick pint, and a shot of Powers’ Irish Whiskey. Next time I am in the Crescent City, I will certainly be back.
Cheers,
Dave
I stopped into The Kerry Irish Pub a few days ago - well worth the visit - just wish I could have stayed longer.