Cocktail Dive Bar

Drinks

A microphone on its stand at the open mic

Weekly Events

Events

The bar's corner entrance at night under string lights

Food Pop-Ups

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500 South Telemachus Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

About us

Twelve Mile Limit was founded in 2010, but the bar's history starts a century earlier.

Twelve Mile Limit is a cocktail dive in the heart of Mid-City New Orleans. We serve world-class cocktails in a relaxed neighborhood bar. We opened in 2010, but the building has been a bar since at least the 1920s. We host nightly food pop-ups and regular events. And we love you.

Specials

Happy hour on weekdays, plus a new $5 pick every day.

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Happy Hour

Monday to Friday5:00 to 7:00 PM

$1 off all specialty cocktails, well spirits, house wine

Today's $5 Special

Bee's Knees

All day.

$5

Food

Twelve Mile Limit Hosts A Range Of Fun Food Pop Ups.

Recent pop-up partners include Third Wheel, Milkfish, and Dr. Smoke. Please follow us on social media to learn about upcoming events. If you have your own pop-up, please don't hesitate to reach out! We're always excited to try something new.

A pressed sandwich under cast-iron weights on the griddle

Upcoming Events

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 · 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM

Purrsday Karaoke!

Karaoke every Thursday at 9pm with DJ AlleeCat!

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM

Heatwave!

Heatwave! all-vinyl oldies dance party on the second Saturday of every month

Mon, Oct 12, 2026 · 7:30 to 10:00 PM

Bear With Me Comedy Open Mic

Our open mic comedy night, weekly on Mondays. Sign up for 7:30, show at 8!

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Questions, or want a table?

Ask us anything, or request a table for up to six. For parties and catering we have forms for those too.

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Reviews

Love this Bar. So many great times and good memories. Back in the day they would have to buzz you in with an electric lock. I also remember Tuesdays they would give away any left over BBQ. Can't wait for the day we can visit again.

Sean PYelp review

Great dive bar plus lovely Cuban food. You can't get any better than that! Amazing cocktails and fun pool tables too. We popped in around Christmas and it was nicely decorated. LOVED it here.

Sandra BYelp review

Favorite bar in the city. They've got the best prices cocktails in town that are usually really interesting and well balanced. The staff is super friendly. The vibe is very chill and the rotating kitchen rocks. They've got events almost every day of the week which keeps me excited for whatever's happening that day...

Layna JYelp review

Great spot in Mid-City with a fantastic Trivia Night. The staff and food are both wonderful! Definitely recommend stopping by here if you're ever in Mid-City. They have delicious vegetarian options on their menu as well!

Bethany GYelp review

This place is amazing! The new cuban fusion menu is incredible and super veggie friendly. And the cocktails are always top notch. I love going there for Geeks Who Drink trivia nights on Wednesdays, but the best time is def karaoke night with Nicky Diamond. The sound is good and the DJ is a riot...

Tegan JYelp review

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500 South Telemachus Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

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