Frequently Asked Questions
Napoleon House is a French Quarter icon, famous for its Pimm’s Cup, its warm muffuletta and more than a century of New Orleans history. Here are answers to the questions guests ask most.
Visiting
Does Napoleon House take reservations?
No. Napoleon House does not take reservations. Walk-ins are always welcome.
What are Napoleon House’s hours?
Napoleon House is open 7 days a week, 11 am–10 pm. Any upcoming special hours, such as early last seatings, are posted on our About page.
Where is Napoleon House?
Napoleon House is at 500 Chartres Street in the French Quarter, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130.
Is Napoleon House wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The ground floor of Napoleon House is wheelchair accessible. The second-floor private event rooms are not.
Why is it called Napoleon House?
The building is famous as the refuge offered to the exiled Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. The second-floor suite of rooms would have been Napoleon’s apartment had he made it to the New World.
How old is Napoleon House?
The building is a 200-year-old French Quarter landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Impastato family owned and operated Napoleon House from 1914, and Ralph Brennan has owned it since May 2015.
Is there music at Napoleon House?
Yes. Classical music sets the mood, including Beethoven’s Eroica Symphony, which he composed for Napoleon.
Food and Drink
What is Napoleon House known for?
Napoleon House is famous for its Pimm’s Cup cocktail and its warm muffuletta sandwich.
What is a Pimm’s Cup?
A Pimm’s Cup is a refreshing, low-alcohol cocktail from England. Napoleon House founder Joe Impastato discovered it on his travels and introduced it here, making Napoleon House the first establishment in America to serve Pimm’s Cups.
What makes the Napoleon House muffuletta different?
Our muffuletta is a hearty sandwich of cured meats and cheese with a tangy olive salad on a sesame-crusted Italian loaf. Everything is made from scratch in house, and we serve it warm, which intensifies the flavors.
What else is on the menu?
Alongside the muffuletta, our menu features New Orleans favorites, appetizers such as a charcuterie board and warm spinach and artichoke dip, and salads, including a Muffuletta Salad. See our full menu online.
Private Events
Can I host a private event at Napoleon House?
Yes. The second-floor suite of rooms hosts seated dinners, cocktail parties, receptions and weddings for up to 135 guests. For an additional charge, the first-floor patio and bar can be added for groups of up to 300. Catering is done in house. Call (504) 934-4704 or visit our Private Parties page.
Are the private event rooms wheelchair accessible?
No. The private event rooms are on the second floor, which is not wheelchair accessible. The ground floor is wheelchair accessible.
Gifts and Contact
Do you sell gift cards?
Yes. Napoleon House gift cards are available online, and Napoleon House merchandise is available in our online shop.
How do I contact Napoleon House?
Call (504) 524-9752. For private events, call (504) 934-4704.
