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Alibi Bar New Orleans

Alibi Bar New Orleans paranormal

Location submitted by: sdonley on 02/18/2015 DBA Approved: Y

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811 Iberville St
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: (504) 522-9187
Open to the public: Yes

https://alibineworleans.com/

Lat: 29.9551393
Lon: -90.06966829999999

PANICd#: 1576

Publication date: 04/16/2026

Alibi Bar New Orleans stands in one of the most storied entertainment districts in America, where music, nightlife, and old architecture blend into the rhythm of the city.

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Demographic Rank: 1
History: 1
Stories: 1
Claims: 12
Evidence: 0
Resources: 3
Retrievals: 50
Vistor Rating: 0.0
Votes: 0

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History

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Alibi Bar New Orleans stands in one of the most storied entertainment districts in America, where music, nightlife, and old architecture blend into the rhythm of the city. The building reflects the layered history of New Orleans, a place shaped by French, Spanish, Caribbean, and American influences. Structures in this part of town often changed purpose over the decades, serving as homes, shops, saloons, boarding houses, and gathering spaces before becoming modern bars and restaurants.

Like many Quarter-era buildings, the property likely experienced repeated rebuilding and renovation after fires, storms, and the constant wear of heavy tourism. New Orleans businesses often adapt older interiors rather than erase them, preserving brick walls, narrow stairways, courtyards, and weathered beams. That gives places like Alibi Bar a sense of age that newer establishments cannot easily recreate.

As the twentieth century advanced, the surrounding neighborhood became known for nightlife and late-evening culture. Jazz clubs, taverns, dance halls, and cocktail spots drew locals, sailors, artists, and travelers. Bars in this area became places where stories were traded as often as drinks, and every room seemed to collect memories from those who passed through.

Alibi Bar developed a reputation as a casual stop for visitors wanting to experience the energy of New Orleans after dark. For people returning year after year, it became part of the long tradition of neighborhood bars that serve as landmarks. In a city where conversation matters as much as celebration, such establishments often become woven into the local identity.

Today Alibi Bar represents the continuing life of historic New Orleans nightlife. It stands in a city where buildings rarely feel silent and where every doorway seems to hold another chapter. Whether visited for music, drinks, or atmosphere, the location carries the same spirit that has defined the district for generations.

Added by: sdonley on 04/16/2026 DB#:922
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Stories & Folklore

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New Orleans has long been considered one of the most haunted cities in America, and nearly every older building in the entertainment district gathers ghost tales over time. Alibi Bar is no exception. Staff and visitors have shared stories of strange moments that seem difficult to explain, especially late at night after crowds thin and the streets outside grow quieter.

One recurring tale involves footsteps heard moving across upper floors or empty back rooms when no one else is present. Employees closing for the night have described the sound of someone pacing, only to find the rooms empty when checked. In an old structure with age and shifting wood, noises are expected, yet some insist the footsteps sound deliberate and human.

Another common story describes glasses shifting or small items falling without warning. Bartenders have reported objects sliding slightly along counters or shelves when no one touched them. These incidents are often blamed on vibration, uneven surfaces, or the bustle of a busy bar, but they still fuel the legend that unseen hands remain active after hours.

Some guests have claimed to feel sudden cold pockets of air inside otherwise warm rooms. Others describe the sensation of being watched while they sit alone or wait near hallways. In a city where atmosphere shapes expectation, such experiences quickly become part of local folklore, repeated from one visitor to the next.

There are also stories of people seeing shadowy figures in mirrors or other reflective surfaces. Patrons have turned expecting to see another guest behind them only to find an empty space. Whether caused by lighting, movement, or imagination, these tales help keep the reputation alive. In New Orleans, ghost stories are part of the culture, and places like Alibi Bar naturally become another stage where the unseen is said to linger.

Added by: sdonley on 04/16/2026 DB#: 1887
Source(s): Various Sources


Paranormal Claims

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5265 04/16/2026 sdonley Footsteps heard in empty rooms
5266 04/16/2026 sdonley Unseen presence felt after closing time
5267 04/16/2026 sdonley Cold spots reported indoors
5268 04/16/2026 sdonley Glasses move on their own
5269 04/16/2026 sdonley Objects fall from shelves unexpectedly
5270 04/16/2026 sdonley Shadow figures seen in mirrors
5271 04/16/2026 sdonley Feeling watched near hallways
5272 04/16/2026 sdonley Voices heard when rooms are empty
5273 04/16/2026 sdonley Doors open or close without warning
5274 04/16/2026 sdonley Sudden chills felt by guests
5275 04/16/2026 sdonley Strange noises from upper floors
5276 04/16/2026 sdonley Uneasy atmosphere late at night

Additional Resources

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Haunted Bar Guide
Added: 04/16/2026 By: sdonley
Information about the paranormal.
Ultimate Guide To Haunted New Orleans
Added: 04/16/2026 By: sdonley
Information about the paranormal.
Urban Bar Guide
Added: 04/16/2026 By: sdonley
Information about the bar.

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