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    Outdoor Dining in New Orleans: Patios & Rooftop Bars

    74 listed outdoor dining spots

    Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in New Orleans

    We currently track 74 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in New Orleans, kept up to date by the community. None of them are in the sun right now — check the sun hours below.

    Local favourites

    Sunset is at 18:18 and golden hour starts at 17:45.

    City snapshot

    • 1

      Shade

    • 11h 6min

      Daylight

    Too hot? 1 places offer shade, parasols or shelter — useful in the middle of the day.

    Find outdoor dining in New Orleans, compare patios and rooftop bars, and check estimated sun hours before heading out. Sun estimates use the sun's position, available venue sun hours and local weather where available. Guest sun reports are separate observations, not a guarantee of sunshine at a particular table. Coverage is a selection of listed places, not every restaurant in the city. Browse free, or share a group poll to choose where to meet.

    Winter sun in New Orleans: patios & rooftops

    Best time for winter sun in New Orleans

    New Orleans winters are mild, so courtyards and balconies stay in use; sunny afternoons feel warmest.

    Find the patio that keeps the sun

    Low winter sun can leave patios in building shade before sunset. Compare estimated sun hours for listed New Orleans patios and rooftop bars using available venue hours and local weather. Guest reports are separate observations; forecasts do not guarantee a sunny table. Check today's weather and outdoor service with the venue.

    Plan a winter happy hour

    Pick a few sunny spots and start a poll — friends vote with one link, no app or account needed.

    Plan happy hour & group drinks in New OrleansChoose a meeting spot with a free poll — no account needed to vote. Confirm offers with the venue.Start now

    Outdoor dining and group drinks in New Orleans

    Compare listed outdoor seating, estimated sun hours and places to meet in New Orleans.

    • Sun forecasts, with limits made clear

      Compare estimated sun hours for 74 listed spots in New Orleans. Calculations and venue-provided hours help with planning, but buildings, umbrellas and a table's position can change actual conditions.

    • Ratings where available

      Check available Google and Sun Map guest ratings alongside venue details. Missing ratings do not imply a place has been reviewed.

    • Live reports from locals

      Guest reports describe conditions someone observed at a venue. Where available, compare these with the forecast; a report is not a promise about your table.

    • Filtered your way

      Browse available rooftop, waterfront and shade categories. Details depend on the tags and sun hours recorded for each venue.

    • Free, and no account required

      Search, sun hours, hours of operation and directions are free. Sign up only if you want favorites, check-ins and friend activity.

    • Choose a happy hour meeting spot together

      Pick a few venues and share a free after-work poll by message, email or any chat. Friends vote without an account or app. Check drink offers, opening hours and reservations directly with the venue; the poll does not book a table.

    Top 10 sunny terraces in New Orleans

    The ten best sun spots in New Orleans right now, ranked from 74 mapped terraces.

    1. Bearcat Cafe – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Bearcat Cafe

      Jena Street 2521

      2

      Sun score

    2. Boucherie – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Boucherie

      Jeannette Street 8115

      2

      Sun score

    3. Budsi’s Authentic Thai – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Budsi’s Authentic Thai

      North Rampart Street 1760

      2

      Sun score

    4. Cafe Beignet – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Cafe Beignet

      Decatur Street 600

      2

      Sun score

    5. Café du Monde – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Café du Monde

      Decatur Street 800

      2

      Sun score

    6. Café du Monde – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Café du Monde

      Dreyfous Drive 56

      2

      Sun score

    7. CAVA – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      CAVA

      Freret Street 5001

      2

      Sun score

    8. Clesi's Crawfish & Catering – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Clesi's Crawfish & Catering

      New Orleans

      2

      Sun score

    9. Congregation Coffee – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Congregation Coffee

      Camp Street 644

      2

      Sun score

    10. Dat Dog – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Dat Dog

      Freret Street 5030

      2

      Sun score

    The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.

    Best chance of evening sun today

    No sun right now — these spots have the best aspect until sunset at 18:18.

    1. Budsi’s Authentic Thai – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Budsi’s Authentic Thai

      North Rampart Street 1760

      18%

      chance

    2. Cafe Beignet – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Cafe Beignet

      Decatur Street 600

      18%

      chance

    3. Café du Monde – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Café du Monde

      Decatur Street 800

      18%

      chance

    4. Dat Dog – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Dat Dog

      Frenchmen Street 601

      18%

      chance

    5. Elizabeth's – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Elizabeth's

      Gallier St 601

      18%

      chance

    6. Friendly Bar – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Friendly Bar

      Chartres Street 2301

      18%

      chance

    7. Galaxie Tacos – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Galaxie Tacos

      Saint Claude Avenue 3060

      18%

      chance

    8. Hot Benny's – sunny terrace in New Orleans

      Hot Benny's

      New Orleans

      18%

      chance

    Ranked by sun path, sunset, open western aspect and shade from buildings.

    The sun in New Orleans this week (week 44)

    Here is the sun outlook for New Orleans, 26 Oct–1 Nov. We track 74 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.

    The best day for evening sun is Monday, when the sun sets at 18:20 after 11h 09min of daylight.

    Days get 9 minutes shorter this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 17:14.

    Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Monday in New Orleans and pick a spot with sun until 18:20.

    DaySunsetDaylight
    Monday 26 Oct
    Best evening
    		18:2011h 09min
    Tuesday 27 Oct18:1911h 08min
    Wednesday 28 Oct18:1811h 06min
    Thursday 29 Oct18:1711h 04min
    Friday 30 Oct18:1611h 03min
    Saturday 31 Oct18:1511h 01min
    Sunday 1 Nov17:1411h 00min

    The sun in New Orleans today

    Sunrise

    07:12

    Sun highest

    12:45

    Sunset

    18:18

    Golden hour

    17:45

    Daylight

    11h 6min

    Explore by type

    Pick what you're after in New Orleans – rooftop, beach club, waterfront or shade.

    74 spots

    Sunset in New Orleans month by month

    How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in New Orleans across the year.

    MonthSunsetDaylight
    January17:2310h 26min
    February17:5011h 9min
    March19:0911h 58min
    April19:2812h 54min
    May19:4713h 39min
    June20:0314h 4min
    July20:0413h 54min
    August19:4313h 14min
    September19:0712h 22min
    October18:3111h 28min
    November17:0510h 39min
    December17:0310h 14min

    Updated automatically

    Guide: sun and terraces in New Orleans

    Sun Map maps 74 outdoor spots in New Orleans, including 0 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.

    Good to know

    • Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in New Orleans keep it longest.
    • Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
    • Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.

    What's on in New Orleans

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    FAQ – New Orleans

    Which New Orleans patios have sun right now?
    Browse 74 listed outdoor dining spots in New Orleans and compare estimated sun hours. Sun calculations, recorded venue hours and local weather where available support the estimate. Guest reports are separate observations. Sunshine at a particular table is not guaranteed.
    What are the best rooftop bars in New Orleans?
    Browse the rooftop category for New Orleans where listings are available, then compare venue details, estimated sun hours and available ratings. Check the venue's own website for access rules and reservations.
    Is Sun Map free?
    Yes. Searching, sun hours, live conditions, ratings and directions are free, and you do not need an account. A free account adds favorites, check-ins, sun reports and friend activity.
    Does Sun Map work for shade and hot days too?
    Browse the shade category where venues have shade or shelter tags. Not every listing has these details; confirm umbrellas, covered seating and availability with the venue.
    Can I find late outdoor dining in New Orleans?
    Compare estimated evening sun and recorded opening hours for New Orleans venues. Sunset changes with the season, so evening sun is not always available; confirm dinner service with the venue.
    How can we choose a happy hour spot in New Orleans?
    Choose a few venues on Sun Map, start an after-work poll and share its link by message, email or any chat. Friends can vote without an account or app. The poll chooses a meeting place, not a reservation or verified happy-hour deal; check offers directly with the venue.
    I own a restaurant in New Orleans — how do I get listed?
    Claim your venue for free to update sun hours, hours of operation, photos, menu links and events. Verified owners appear with a claimed badge on their page.

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