Manolito - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Amazing cocktails! Great place to grab a drink. Would love to come back and try their food as it all sounds and looks delicious. Super friendly staff who gave us some great recommendations for the rest of our stay in NOLA. Thank you!

Great Cocktails, nice dimmed lighting (good for dates), but the 20% surcharge came as a surprise (we were just 2 people). Aside from showing the prices without tax, this missing transparency really annoys me in the States. Apart from that we had a great time.

Came here as we were hungry and every other restaurant was closed (it was between lunch and dinner). I typed in places that were open right now and this one came up. It has good reviews - but there's no way we would have stumbled upon it on our own. It's near a popular area but not directly on. I'm super happy we tried it out! At first I was a bit disappointed because the menu seemed a bit small but both dishes were delicious and did not disappoint. The restaurant is quaint and charming. Definitely worth a stop!

The service was friendly and prompt. We didn't eat anything but the drinks were delicious.

Manolitos is a fun vibrant atmosphere, great service, BUT the food is just very bad, there is no concept of what Cuban/Latin food is about very creative for Manolitos but there is no way on how someone can mess up a Cuban Midnight sandwiche..Yes that bad I want to be nice because the the management is very good people. But again there is something imo they have no idea about Cuban food .. There is 2 items in the menu real good the Arepa and the fried Plantains. Very hard to mess up those 2.. but is just a big disappointment.

I love the atmosphere, I assure you as a Cuban that you will not find anything more Cuban than this. The food, the drinks, the decoration, everything 10. My favorites are the croquettes and the daiquiri. The staff is super attentive and friendly.

Loved the place, everything was more than great! Drinks are wonderful. The atmosphere and the staff are even better. I highly recommend it!

It was very exciting to visit a place inspired by the memory of my father “Manolito” and as a son I am very grateful to the owners for such a beautiful gesture. On the other hand, comment that the atmosphere is relaxed and perfect to come as a couple or with friends. The menu offers a wide variety of options and all the ones we tried were delicious. I especially highlight the croquettes and the ceviche, and obviously the traditional Daiquiri for drinks. The staff was very friendly and attentive, making our visit a very pleasant experience. Without a doubt, one of the best places in the city of New Orleans.

Excellent cocktails! Very good small bites Cuban style. Great atmosphere.

Well, I actually expected more from the menu. I got my hopes up thinking I was going to eat Cuban food but .... I think it's more of a bar than a restaurant, don't go with children or young people because there's nothing they'll like.

Came on a rainy Friday evening. Shared a cheese arepa (not pictured), Cuban sandwich, and chicken. Everything was great! Drinks are wonderful. Atmosphere and staff are even better. Highly recommend :)

The guava frozen drink was quite good. Fries come with a yummy aioli

I’m Cuban so I was expecting real Cuban food. If you’re looking for Cuban food this is not it at all. The food was ok for American food. The Cuban sandwich didn’t have much flavor and no cheese or seemed that way. What makes a Cuban sandwich is a well cooked pork and Swiss cheese. The croquetas weren’t bad but Cuban do not make croquetas with cheese. Black beans was served with colored rice. Cubans beans should be served with white rice and it was kind of cold. Also they should have fans on the outside seating. It was so hot.

I would only recommend this place for the creative drink menu. The food is overpriced and awful. Ordered the ropa vieja ($30+) and the shredded pork was dry and had an overwhelming taste of vinegar. The rice and beans were dry. Also ordered the burger - dry and tasteless.

Great cubano and cafe colada, friendly bartenders, and cool atmosphere.

If you want authentic cuban, this isn't it. They put some type of bitters in the mojito that just ruins the drink. If you get a mojito get it without the unecessary bitters. The food was just ok.

Gorgeous renovation and phenomenal staff. Well done!

Been meaning to write this review for a while. Was just daydreaming about Manolito and rememvered to write this. Visited in January and had an absolutely incredible time. This was kind of the crowning jewel of our trip to New Orleans. A lot of lackluster experiences down there but Manolito truly was a masterpiece. Small bar, historical atmosphere, very traditional cocktails (haven’t seen thrown cocktails in a while), incredible food, and a great bartender. Best bar experience we had while in town. Will definitely make it a point to stop back by. Hope they get the expansion the bartender was describing to us. P.s. - We have had MANY croquettes in our time and the ones here were among the best we’ve ever had.

The perfect little quaint Cuban bar. Loved the intimate setting, and drinks were fantastic. Nice rum selection. Our bartender Gwen was outstanding and knowledgeable. We will definitely be back!

Was suggested to come here but they are closed for the next 6 weeks. Just called to confirm. (As of Feb 25)

I really like the food and the service is good. The Cuban sandwiches are my favorite but I hear that all of the food is equally good. Even though I live less than three blocks away, I rarely get to eat here. The business hours just don’t work for me. I normally start thinking about lunch between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Unfortunately for me, Manolito’s opens at 4:00 PM. I’m sure that works fine for most of their clients, they always seen busy.

Impeccable and expansive cocktail menu. So many incredible options made with all the freshest ingredients. Tiny restaurant- seats maybe 21 people- but so much charm and character. Black bean hummus was good but the Tajin crackers stole the show. I had the pollo con arroz which was good but not great. The Cuban sandwich was ok.

Our favorite spot anywhere near the quarter for a drink!

Love the drinks, they are all amazing!! Best bartenders too!

The crispy chickpeas are addictive! Highly recommend splitting the Cuban sandwich or another entree and sampling the appetizers and sides. Maduros (plantain) were tender and had a great spicy kick. Cocktails were delicious and generous.

What a lovely cozy bar. The food and snacks are surprisingly delicious. Loved the toasted chick peas and the plantains are so good. Get a jasmine daiquiri and arum old fashion. You’re welcome.

Best drinks I've had in NOLA. Best bartenders I've met in NOLA. I love this spot.

Fantastic food, fantastic service, fantastic prices, fantastic drinks

Great service food hit the spot.

what a cute, cozy, charming little bar tucked away in nola! i loved reading the history of the bar on the front pages of their menu and all the drinks we got were fantastic!

Very chill bar but over delivers on the quality of cocktails and food. Highly recommend the el presidente and the croquettes.

Absolutely wonderful staff and drinks! Conrad was wonderful, knowledge and more then willing to explain all of the intracys of the drinks and mindset when choosing rums

Yay Conrad!! We stopped in as part of a foodie tour and Conrad hooked us up with the BEST frozen daiquiri I've ever had!! He even took the time to educate us on the history of the recipe, and on the actual purpose of frozen cocktails! I really appreciated the service. The atmosphere is perfect and inviting. Thank you!!

Being a huge fan of the neighborhood known as Bywater I was excited to try the cocktail named after the now famous neighborhood. Not disappointed at all! Glad I came to Manolito early in the afternoon because I was able to have a few daiquiris after my Bywater and then waddled off to dinner at Dahla.

Best cocktails ever, let the barman guide you through the various options as he makes them in front of you. We stopped for 1 drink and left I cant remember how many later.

small intimate place with amazing food and excellent drinks. food options are just a few but everything we ordered was excellent (maduro, arroz con pollo, flan). daiquiri (we had guava) freshly made and not overly sweet.

My favorite spot in the French Quarter. x

Overpriced and rude waiters. $20 Pina Colada was delicious not gonna lie. Crispy chickpeas are good

Only did drinks here, but the daqs were stellsr with great and unique flavors (we had the menta, coffee, guava, and floridita). Inside is cute and small, giving it a real nice atmosphere. The personell was just great, funny, and nice. Had a great time here and will be back for sure.

Great staff and drinks! Very good Cuban sandwich!

What a phenomenal experience, from the staff, to the cocktails, to the small bites. Our group of four bartenders from So Cal were blown away by the hospitality. Very talented staff and management made outer experience in the venue, and overall trip to NoLa unforgettable. Thanks Conrad and team! ❤️

THE BEST DRINKS EVER. Sleeper of the night was the banana daquiri. It's crazy how refreshing it is. This bar is Cuban inspired tiny bar in the quarter. A great menu with a huge variety of drinks. I wish it were in a different location, so I cold go more often.

Great cocktails. Real flavor no sugar added. Real fruit. Great place.

One of my new go to spots when I visit family in New Orleans. Put yourself in their hands for recommendations. They are fantastic

The spot is super tiny but definitely a hidden gem with amazing cocktails

We come to this place every time we’re in New Orleans. Delicious, intimate, hidden gem. Great blended cocktails. Must get the crispy chickpeas and the mojito, I literally dream about them when I’m back up north!!

Neat little cocktail bar with a wide variety of blended drinks that tasted more than just moonshine and corn syrup. The bartender was friendly and fun to chat with. A nice place to step in and cool off.

Intimate bar and restaurant with impeccable attention to detail. From the art in the menu and room decor to the excellent cocktails and simple, delicious food options - this place is a heavenly respite from the hustle and crowds of the French Quarter.

Shay provided the BEST service and hospitality we’ve ever experienced. Highly skilled, artisanal. We’ll be back!

Small place but wonderful place to hang out as a group. Cocktails are great, food was very tasty, and the service is exceptional.

We came in originally for drinks only, but ended up staying for dinner - and dessert! They have an extensive cocktail selection, all super tasty. Their plates had a very strong Caribbean flair to them, I had the picadillo and it tasted like someone's grandma made it, absolutely delicious. Do try their flan, with the perfect balance of creamy and sweet, scrumptious. Friendly staff too.

What a great little Cuban cafe....we had the fried Cuban chickpeas...and black bean hummus.....plus, the BEST MOJITO I've had outside of Habana.... fully minted, and muddled.... you'll be glad you found this place 🇨🇺

Very small place with a great atmosphere. We just had a couple drinks and an appetizer but everything on the menu looked amazing.

Our visit (2) was 19 April 2023 during a business trip and my co-worker wanted to try something unique or different in a dish & we did not want a whole lot of food. So we found this little charming place which had nice ratings. It did not disappoint either. I had the Black Bean Soup served with tajin-baked crackers & co-worker had Cheese Arepa stuff & topped with veggies. It was a nice end to a day. We chose to eat upstairs, it was a little chilly outside to us and the location is small but had nice seating upstairs. We got to enjoy the upstairs all to ourselves. Our food was very good. If back in this area and looking for a off the beat path with for some bites, and a nice drink, then definitely would stop back through.

Amazing Cuban sandwiches and great classic cocktails. Not a huge food menu so you can grab some delicious small plates late lunch before heading out on other adventures. It filled up fast when I was there and it's a small place so consider arriving when they open to be sure to get a table.

Quaint and quiet, just what we needed after a loud day in the French Quarter. The cocktails were THE BEST!

What a great find. Awesome little authentic Cuban place in the heart of the French Quarter. Definitely go!

Great little Cuban place. Food was great and the service was excellent.