LeBLANC+SMITH is a boutique collection of restaurants, bars, and hotels focused on creating excellent 21st-century southern hospitality experiences that enable all people to live joyful, balanced, and fulfilling lives.
Award-Winning Excellence
LeBLANC+SMITH has received numerous prestigious awards for excellence in hospitality, including recognition from the James Beard Foundation, Michelin Guide, and Zagat. Our hotels and bars have been featured in The New York Times, Bon Appétit, Southern Living, Elle Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler and Forbes. These accolades highlight our mission to create joyful, balanced, and fulfilling lives through superior hospitality.
From the charming streets of Uptown to the lively heart of the French Quarter, Leblanc + Smith crafts exceptional venues that celebrate New Orleans’ vibrant spirit and cultural richness. Building on our passion for creating distinctive spaces, we’re thrilled to bring our unique vision to new markets, including Nashville.
Our Venues
The Chloe
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The Chloe is a lively 14-room hotel featuring a restaurant, bar, pool, and patio. Housed in a 19th-century Uptown mansion, our 21st-century Southern hospitality draws from the old-world glamour, creative culture, and unique charm that make New Orleans home. Explore the vibrant spirit of The Chloe, where historic elegance meets modern allure.
Sylvain
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Sylvain is an unruly Southern bistro for locals in the French Quarter with inspired cocktails that riff on the classics. Here, we laugh loudly, shoot whiskey, and linger among friends old and new. Walk-ins are welcome and reservations are recommended.
The Will & The Way
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The Will & The Way is designed as a lobby (of sorts) for those who still view the French Quarter as a neighborhood, come get lost for a few hours — whether reading, working, dating or dining. Outfitted with plenty of nooks and crannies, it’s the perfect place to hang solo, catch up with friends or meet some interesting neighbors.
Anna’s
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Our double-decker bar—housed in a 19th-century bank building—is designed to be your home-away-from-home in the Marigny. The name is a nod to our Bar Director, Anna, one of the grandes dames of NOLA’s cocktail scene. So whether you swing by for a solid cocktail or to shoot some pool (and whiskey), we look forward to hosting friends and neighbors seven nights a week. Enjoy “fine diving” at its best.
Barrel Proof NOLA
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Barrel Proof embraces classic drinking and great spirits shared amongst friends and neighbors. We offer over 350 whiskeys and craft beers from the US and across the globe. Knowledgeable, engaging and fun bartenders are vital to Barrel Proof’s being a great neighborhood bar with world class offerings.
The Celestine
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Situated in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans, our boutique hotel offers 10 European-style rooms, each meticulously crafted for comfort and style. Created by hotelier Robért LeBlanc in collaboration with Neal Bodenheimer from Cure Co and the talented team behind The Chloe hotel in the Garden District, The Celestine marks our inaugural venture in this historic neighborhood.Situated in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans, The Celestine is among the first U.S. hotels awarded the prestigious MICHELIN Guide keys in 2024. Our boutique hotel features 10 European-style rooms, each meticulously crafted for comfort and style. Marking our inaugural venture in this historic neighborhood, The Celestine offers an unparalleled blend of elegance and southern hospitality in one of the city’s most iconic locations.
Mahony’s
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Mahony’s is a classic po-boy joint for people who love New Orleans. The kind of spot that feels like home and where there’s always a great story being told.
Barrel Proof Nashville
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Barrel Proof Nashville is a neighborhood whiskey bar that celebrates the art of great spirits and laid-back vibes. Known for its extensive selection of whiskeys, craft cocktails, and approachable atmosphere, it’s a go-to spot for both casual drinks and meaningful conversations.
Explore Dynamic Event Venues
From the iconic St. Charles Avenue to the charming courtyards of the French Quarter, LeBLANC+SMITH offers a versatile collection of indoor and outdoor spaces. Perfect for any occasion, our venues accommodate partial takeovers or full buyouts, providing the ideal backdrop for unforgettable private events across the city.
