The Press Room
36 | The French Quarterly
A stroll on Magazine St . just isn ’ t complete without a stop at The Press Room bar . Every day , they serve up light bites and delicious craft cocktails in the lobby lounge of The Eliza Jane , an impeccably stylish boutique hotel from the Unbound Collection by Hyatt . Paneled walls and bookshelves in The Press Room and an intimate , living room inspired lounge gives a nod to the building ’ s ties to The Daily Picayune newspaper with sourced antiques and books , typewriters , and other accessories filling the numerous shelves . Cozy leather and multi-hued velvet seating are positioned around the marble fireplace . Inspired by the 19 th century local poet turned publisher Eliza Jane Nicholson , guests can imbibe surrounded by remnants of the property ’ s former life as a printing house . Try the magical Lemon Drop , a cocktail with potato vodka , fresh lemon juice , perfectly finished with a splash of Combier Bleu , and served with a sugared rim . Lemon fresh with a touch of sweetness , it is an exquisitely crafted cocktail . Open daily , 4 to 12pm . at 315 Magazine Street , theelizajane . com .
Take a stroll and drop in for a refreshment in these local establishments for a taste of Southern hospitality ! Treat yourself by relaxing in a charming tropical courtyard , enjoying live local jazz , and savoring the ambience and history of the French Quarter .