Rickshaw Lounge has been a neighborhood fixture at 378 Hickory Avenue since 1972, sitting in the Harahan area just west of New Orleans proper. It is the kind of place that operates without any fuss, a genuine dive bar with a loyal local following that has kept it running for over five decades.

The vibe is casual all the way through. There is pool, karaoke, and cold drinks, which is really all you need for a good night here. The crowd tends to be regulars who know each other by name, and the atmosphere reflects that. No dress code, no pretense, just a relaxed room where people unwind after work or settle in for a long weekend afternoon.

If you are looking for craft cocktails and Instagram-worthy decor, this is not your spot. But if you want an honest neighborhood bar with history, Rickshaw Lounge has been doing exactly that for longer than most of its patrons have been alive.