Fat Tuesday Bourbon 1 — Restaurant in New Orleans

Ever since discovering this chain just this past March in Tempe, AZ, I've been to two additional locations all by chance, in Key West, FL and this one in New Orleans on Bourbon Street which I believe is their number two location to open after the original one in Hammond, LA.

ATMOSPHERE: They're located in the heart of the bustling portion of Bourbon Street. I didn't get to poke around the place as I had one mission: A Creamsicle daiquiri to go. The large bar greets you with the numerous daiquiri machines churning a colorful palette of flavors as its enticing backdrop.

DAIQUIRI: I simply love their daiquiris but order the same thing, the Creamsicle, a tri-combination of flavors which are 190 Octane, 151 Colada and Banana. It has Everclear in it so you'll be feeling real good after just one. All three locations have been consistently good; thick, icy, perfect sweetened and with the right amount of alcohol to mix ratio. They're available in four sizes (12, 20, 32, 40 oz.). The 20 oz. has been my go-to so far. Taste-wise its like a blended creamsicle popsicle which you can't really taste the Everclear but you'll definitely feel it after! I've never had a drink that tasted so good and is able to relax and make me happy all at the same time.

FACT: Established in 1983, they're two companies in one. New Orleans Original Daiquiris that serves just daiquiris, and Fat Tuesday which serves daiquiris and food.

SERVICE: I don't expect much as I'd be immune too with the numerous faces, some drunken, they see day in and day out. Machine-like works for me! Just make my drink and don't steal my credit card info and we're good to go.

OVERALL: I'd love a location on Maui but not so sure if my liver and waistline...

I didn’t stay for food, and it was empty because I went during the day. However, this place was great. The restroom was very clean, I do wish it had a lock, but again it was empty so I didn’t have any worries.

I did the Mardi Gras Mash and the Amaretto and Pineapple mixed! The young lady made great recommendations if you are unsure. I got the Yard Dog. It was reasonably priced and definitely delicious. Of all the times I’ve visited thus far, this will definitely become a regular stop. One of the best frozen drinks I’ve had and it will sneak up on you. Definitely pace yourself because the drinks are for the weak. I love that it came with a lid because as you are walking you don’t have to worry about people or bugs breathing into your drink. They offer refills for your drinks, at a decent price, as well and a loyalty program.

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I was visiting the French Quarter in the morning and wanted to get a drink on Bourbon Street. Most bars don't open until noon or later but Fat Tuesday opens at 10, so I went here. Like Wet Willie's in Savannah, they primarily serve high alcohol frozen drinks. Bartender was really friendly and helped me pick out a yummy drink - Victoria's Secret. The bar was mostly empty in the morning and drinking in public is legal so I took my drink to Jackson Square and enjoyed the nice weather. Love the frozen drinks and would definitely come back here for a drink next time I'm in...