Cane & Table

Hidden on Decatur Street just past the French Market in New Orleans, Cane & Table offers a refined twist on tropical cocktail culture. The bar embraces the idea of “proto-tiki” — cocktail creations that pre-date classic tiki full-fruition, grounded in the Caribbean and rooted in the city’s historical links to rum and sugar trade. Inside, you’ll find a mood of subtle elegance: colonial-inspired décor, high ceilings, a softly lit bar area, and a leafy courtyard patio in back — offering a sophisticated respite from more rowdy venues. The drink menu is the jewel: expect layered rum blends, creative takes on classics like the Mai Tai and Hurricane with house-made syrups and fresh exotic ingredients. One reviewer called it “a Tiki bar for people who don’t think that they like Tiki bars”. But Cane & Table isn’t just about drinks: the food programme is elevated as well. Caribbean-and–Cuban-influenced small plates and mains — think jerk-seasoned ribs, braised skirt steak, vibrant salads with yucca croutons — complement the strong cocktail game. Whether you're in for an expertly crafted rum cocktail, a plate of bold-flavoured food, or a chill corner in the Quarter away from the madness, Cane & Table delivers with style, flavour and authenticity. Do arrive with some time — drink slowly, savour the flavour, and enjoy the atmosphere.