Just like the oldest dive bar in Nashville, Tennessee, Twelve Mile Limit serves as a true neighborhood dive bar in New Orleans, Louisiana. In an interview with The Daily Advertiser, T. Cole Newton, owner of Twelve Mile Limit, shared his thoughts on what sets a dive bar apart from fancier cocktail establishment, saying that “A dive bar is a bar that’s approachable. You don’t feel like you’re going to be condescended to or talked down to.”
Twelve Mile Limit adheres to this description with casual, inviting amenities and an unassuming location perfectly nestled in a residential neighborhood of New Orleans. These features, as well as welcoming events ranging from the classic karaoke and open mic nights at many bars to more unique offerings like grown-up bingo games and a Queer Craft Night, help to build the sort of friendly community environment that keeps many happy patrons coming back.
Twelve Mile Limit excels at creating that “come as you are” atmosphere that dive bar aficionados search for, while also providing world-class drinks. Newton’s work in the hospitality industry kicked off after he moved to New Orleans to volunteer in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. After building experience bartending and producing cocktail programs at upscale venues, Newton opened Twelve Mile Limit in 2010. That knowledge and experience is on display in the Twelve Mile Limit menu, which features unforgettable cocktails, ciders, wines, and more.
A Taste Of Twelve Mile Limit
As New Orleans is one of the best college towns for foodies, it is no surprise that a memorable dive bars with great drinks like Twelve Mile Limit also calls the Big Easy home. The Twelve Mile Limit menu features something for everyone, whether it is a lively cocktail or mocktail, a refreshing draft beer, or even a simple brandy to enjoy neat or on the rocks. Still, it is the cocktail menu that is most eye-catching due to the artful ways the flavors are balanced in each glass, despite the unpretentious atmosphere…