Ernst Café stands in the heart of the historic Warehouse District of New Orleans. This district was the commercial and industrial center of the nineteenth- and early twentieth-century New Orleans.
Following an auction in the 19th century, our historic building repeatedly transformed over time, serving as the home to various New Orleans businesses. In 1902, Joseph, William, and Charles Ernst leased the building and founded Ernst Café, which has now been locally owned and operated for over 100 years. Our unique dining experience allows you to enjoy famed New Orleans cuisine while basking in the city’s captivating history.
As the oldest continually operating bar in the Warehouse District, we’re immensely proud of our local gem in America’s greatest city. Just blocks from Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and a short walk from downtown hotels, we’re situated in a prime location that offers easy access to the famed French Quarter.