2/15/2019

Really cool spot.. been traveling all day and wanted to relax.. it's considered a "hole in the wall" but this older crowd is really chilled. There's security!!!! If you don't part on the street there's another small Parking lot on the side of the venue In the grass. now we wait on food and the band !!!!

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  Window decal

  Window decal

6/18/2018

• 1 check-in

I'd been wanting to get to Bullet's since DJ Davis got fired for sending a pack of clueless, church-group tourists there on the series Treme. It finally happened last Friday night, and it well worth the wait.

The Original Pinettes were layin' it down hard and inspiring some impressive footwork from the crowd. The bartenders kept the party mood coming, and there didn't seem to be a care in the place. Inside and out, everybody had a smile and a friendly word...I can't WAIT to go back!

6/4/2018

• 1 check-in

Damn you Bullets. I can't stop thinking about this place.
When I was having lunch @ Willie Mae's our server insisted we come check this place out that night to see the best trumpet player in New Orleans. So what did we do? Go of course!
First of all - this is a true neighborhood bar, completely unassuming and somewhat in a seedy area. DO NOT let that deter you from going! Once inside you will be greeted with so many pleasant smiles, faces, music and vibe. There were literally people from all walks of life in here in age, race, cultural background - just a mix of everyone with not a care in the world.
First of all the music. Oh the music! If you want a quintessential Nawlins brass bad experience, come on Friday night (yes I went two nights in a row - its thaaaaattt goooood!).
The menu is limited but can I just tell you - I had the BEST beans and rice here!! Dead ass! Apparently they have someone grandma in the back who is putting her whole foot (not, literal) in that damn pot. Jesus!

And did I mention the guy who walked in selling something out of a bag? I saw him as soon as he came in. I didn't know what he was selling at first - All I knew was that I needed it. Guess what? They were the best home made pralines ever! True story.

All I know is that when I return to NOLA, Bullets on Friday night will be my number one stop.

Seriously - feed your mind body and soul here. And have a "set" while there.

Thank me later!

10/2/2018

• 3 check-ins

Love this place. The people are warm and the bartenders are friendly. The atmosphere is amazing. If you're looking for a nice good ole time. Stop by. Some nights there are bands playing. The owner is welcoming and very down to earth. Nice hangout for fun and socializing.

1/17/2018

If you had to read this before going you should go somewhere else. This is a real local 7th ward bar!

They showcase local brass bands and performers. They have great Dj nights. Beautiful and fast bartenders. Great food! I really like it.

My favorite so far has been their crawfish boil!

It's a great spot for an intimate and grown birthday party, girls night or casual date. You go here to get your "Set up" & a platter and chill out!

4/24/2018

FAVORITE place in New Orleans to date. Went on Friday night so got to hear the brass band, who were wonderful! Everyone in the building was having a good time. We had eaten dinner before coming, so didn't order food..but by the looks of the hole in the wall I'm sure it was delicious. I'll be sure to update when I go back, because I definitely will be back. If and when you do go here, make sure to order a "set up." You get your own pint of liquor plus the mixers and ice...so you can make your own drinks. Take me back now!

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  Menu of the night

  Menu of the night
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  Tito's Set Up - $21

  Tito's Set Up - $21

4/25/2018

• 1 check-in

Get off the beaten path and experience New Orleans authentically. We saw Kermit Ruffins on a Thursday night. This is a million dollar show for $10!!! Just as impressive as the musical talent were the two Ladies who were magnificently running the whole bar by themselves. They were absolute experts at managing crowds, bartending,  interacting with guests/regulars, and showing what real Southern hospitality looks like. These two women were  masters when it came to the hustle of managing a bar, kitchen, and musical venue packed with people. They were friendly, energetic, fast, efficient, and just plain talented at their job!! The music was electric, intense, beautiful, and showcased the talents of world class musicians. There was a surprise performance by a young man named Shamarr Allen who was tutored and procured as a boy in the 9th ward by Kermit himself. The two men paired up to deliver a battle of horns that brought everyone to their feet with arms waving and people dancing with grins from ear to ear. Bullets will be one of my most treasured New Orleans experiences. You'd be a lucky soul to have such an opportunity as well!!

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  Get here early because it's standing room only if you don't.

  Get here early because it's standing room only if you don't.
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  This show is worth 40X what you pay for it.

  This show is worth 40X what you pay for it.
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  Bathroom gifts!

  Bathroom gifts!
• See all photos from Kara L. for Bullet's Sports Bar

2/5/2018

Great place to catch a game. We were there to watch the Super Bowl. We had excellent service by the staff at Bullet's. Everyone was warm and friendly and provided a great atmosphere. There was delicious food provided by Anita. No music on the night we were there due to the Super Bowl, but they are well known to put on some great music. We will definitely come back next time we are in town.

1/10/2018

Friendly bar, came to see Kermit Ruffins the Thursday before Christmas. We had a wonderful time. Great music, service.  We ordered fried chicken which was absolutely delicious.

6/15/2018

This is one of the best bars I have ever been to! Fantastic live music... and the most friendly, welcoming crowd and staff! Had an unbelievably fun night here!

9/21/2016

• 1 check-in

Steak, potatoes, corn and salad for $12 on Wednesdays. $3 domestics and $5 imports. Awesome, laid back atmosphere.

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  Rear

  Rear
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  Video poker

  Video poker
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  Weekly events

  Weekly events
• See all photos from Hamilton H. for Bullet's Sports Bar

4/11/2016

We were lucky enough to catch Kermit Ruffins here on a Thursday night, and it was the absolute highlight of a fantastic and wonder-packed visit to New Orleans. The place is friendly, tiny and about as real as it gets. Thanks to the staff and patrons (and Kermit's mom, who was at the table next to us) for being so friendly and welcoming to us. We loved grooving to the amazing tunes, noshing on the fantastic local fare from the food truck outside, and sipping our "setups." Bon temps indeed!

5/26/2014

Kermit Ruffins performs here 6-10pm (almost) every Tuesday. It's a dive bar, and packed with locals.

It definitely isn't continuous Kermit for 4 hours, but it's well worth it to see him and his band at a real local's spot!

There's not much standing room if you get here too late to grab a seat.

9/10/2014

• 2 check-ins

Bullet's is a neighborhood sports bar in New Orleans. It is located right down the street from my old high school.It is frequented by the alumni and fans of the school and since I was in town for one of their football games, I visited after we won.
Its not very large but its not that small either. It was a great place to celebrate as everyone is very friendly and the drinks were flowing. I was told that they also serve food but that night they weren't? Me and my fellow alumni had a great time and every year that we come down it seems Bullet's is on our agenda.
We will probably be back next year.

12/26/2013

• 1 check-in

Not many seats but the drinks are cheap and you have a front seat to some of the best performers around.  Kermit Ruffins performs here on Tuesdays around 7pm.  The food truck and bbq Pit outside has some really good food.  Catch a cab or if u have a car drive over to bullets and enjoy the show

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  Kermit performing

  Kermit performing

1/16/2015

• 1 check-in

My Tuesday night at Bullet's will always stand out as an epic memory in all my time in New Orleans. The music started a little earlier than I expected so by the time I arrived the bar was hopping and all of the seats were taken. I brought in my food truck yaka mien which was delicious and stood at the bar for a while. Eventually an older gentleman gave me his seat which was so generous and sweet. The beer prices were very reasonable.

The atmosphere had a wonderfully warm community vibe, amazing really. Kermit and crew were of course wonderful. I hope to be back, and soon.

5/23/2012

When I asked the cab driver to take me to Bullet's Sports Bar, his reaction of "Uh, I don't know how to get there," indicated either one of two things:

A.  That I was a crazy tourist who didn't know what I was getting myself into.
B.  That not many tourists knew about this totally awesome place.

Turns out he just really never heard of the place and didn't know how to get there.  So, with my keen sense of direction (iPhone) we headed towards Bullet's.  I had read a lot about this place beforehand, but still, even with all of the information I had digested, I still didn't really know what to expect.  

Initially, we drove right past the place because it blended in so well with the residential neighborhood that it's located in.  The only reason I knew that it had to be Bullet's was the food truck parked outside.  We got out of the cab, walked in, paid the $5 admission to see Kermit Ruffins, grabbed two Abita's, and waited for things to get going.  It became apparent to me that Bullet's is definitely a place for locals.  Everyone knew each other and the atmosphere was that of a family gathering or celebration.  Everyone was very friendly and the bartenders treated us like we had been coming there for years.    Even when Kermit arrived at the bar, he just walked in like a regular and began talking to everyone as if they were old friends, and they probably really were.  

As showtime crept closer, we began to see this man coming back and forth from outside the bar, dropping off food to some patrons.  Curiously, I went outside to see what the deal was with this guy and where this delicious looking food was coming from.  I exit the bar, turn my head to the left, and see a huge pickup truck with two massive barbecues attached to the trailer.  These barbecues were playing host to the most delicious looking pieces of meat I had ever encountered.  Pretty much anything you could want...ribs, chicken, and steak with sides of mac and cheese, potato salad, and beans.  It was awesome.  Everyone was hanging out outside having a great time and eating amazing food.  Only in New Orleans can you find stuff like this...

Now it's showtime and Kermit Ruffins picks up his horn and lets loose.  At this point, Bullet's is packed and everyone is having a blast.  Funny thing...even though Kermit was putting on a great show, it seemed like no one was really paying any attention to him at all.  He was just providing the background music; the same way you would have music going if you were throwing a party.  People were carrying on with their conversations and socializing as if Kermit wasn't even there.  

Do not pass up an opportunity to see Kermit Ruffins at Bullet's.  The crowd was great, the food was awesome, and the atmosphere can't be beat.  You will run into some great people who have interesting stories to share, if you are willing to listen.

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  Mmmmmm.

  Mmmmmm.
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  Grillmaster.

  Grillmaster.
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  Exterior of Bullet's.

  Exterior of Bullet's.
• See all photos from Nick H. for Bullet's Sports Bar

12/2/2014

• 1 check-in

A friend took me here for the Tuesday night jazz jam, which was amazing. The music was wonderful and everyone was really friendly. They even had some homemade fruit punch, which was so delightful since I'm a non-drinker who doesn't like soda (usually the only option). I had such a blast - well worth the $10 cover!

6/4/2014

The food trucks parked outside are DELICIOUS. Some of the best BBQ chicken and baked beans I've had, and I'm from Alabama and grew up on some tasty homemade BBQ. 1/2 and 1/2 fried chicken and fried oyster poboy was scrumptious too.

I came down for Kermit's show, and he was there, but never played. That said, there was live music the whole time and I enjoyed the band.

Bartenders were nice and quick on their feet, which they had to be, because that place was packed. We got one of 2 tables that hadn't been reserved at 5:30 (for a 6pm show) and barely wrangled 4 chairs.

I loved that folks from pretty much every walk of life seemed to be in that bar. It was a really cool experience, and I hope to be back for the food and music, but probably won't drink much.

There's no tap or anything, nothing to write home about, as far as drink offerings go, but it's a dive bar, so that's part of the game. Heads up though: any bottled beer (Abita, Blue Moon, etc.) is $5 and crappy domestics (Miller High Li\fe, etc. are $4), and it's a cash only joint. Prices seemed steep to me, but overall experience worth it.

2/11/2014

• 1 check-in

Cant really explain.... This day 24 years ago i met my soul mate and best friend.  So we went out on a whim and went to hear half a set of Kermit Ruffins.  So glad we did.  The Zulu Queens past and present were there celebrating their court and what do you know a parade broke out in the bar.  Now i can sleep in on Mardi gras day.  Season complete.

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  Zulu coconut

  Zulu coconut