New Orleans
Almanac
Tuck yourself upstairs above Ogawa Sushi in Old City and discover Almanac, a Japanese-inspired speakeasy where the craft of bartending meets seasonal preservation. This intimate escape with just five bar seats and room for sixteen more feels like a secret you've been let in on. Danny Childs and Rob Scott lead the charge with handcrafted cocktails guided by the Slow Drinks movement, blending Japanese bar traditions with American terroir. The menu shifts with the seasons, drawing from thoughtfully harvested and preserved ingredients at their peak. Named one of the nine best new bars in the entire country by Bon Appétit, Almanac serves as a quiet sanctuary where every sip tells a story of craft and intention.