The Will & The Way
French Quarter · New Orleans, LA
The Will & The Way is designed as a lobby (of sorts) for those who still view the French Quarter as a neighborhood, come get lost for a few hours — whether reading, working, dating or dining. Outfitted with plenty of nooks and crannies, it’s the perfect place to hang solo, catch up with friends or meet some interesting neighbors.
Drink
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The Will & The Way's cocktail menu showcases inventive house creations alongside timeless classics. Signature drinks include the "Saint Clare," featuring strawberry, basil, and hibiscus tea-infused vodka with lemon and simple syrup, and the "Sad Boy Club," a blend of cachaça, reposado tequila, apricot, gochujang honey, and lime. For those favoring traditional cocktails, offerings such as the "Daiquiri," "Gold Rush," and "Negroni" are available. Additionally, a rotating selection of frozen cocktails and a curated wine and beer list complement the beverage options.
Eat
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The food menu emphasizes shareable plates and comfort dishes with a creative twist. Snack options include a House Pickle Plate with spiced saltines and Natchitoches Meat Pies served with green tomato ranch. Small plates feature Double-Crunch Salt-n-Peppa Wings dusted with salt, pepper, and ginger, and Loaded Korean Hot Fries topped with kimchi, beef bulgogi, gochujang aioli, and peanuts. Main courses range from The Will & The Way Burger, enhanced with Swiss cheese and red wine foie gras butter, to Louisiana Hot Chicken accompanied by yellow corn grits and Swiss chard.
Celebrate
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The Will & The Way offers a cozy, intimate atmosphere featuring a charming brick-lined courtyard and historic ambiance that sets the perfect stage for any occasion. From birthdays to corporate gatherings, our versatile space is ideal for hosting events of all sizes.
“ LeBlanc + Smith have designed a barroom and courtyard where the priorities are a seamless customer experience and a flow that promotes enjoyment—aesthetically and logistically, as well as gastronomically.”
