The opening was also discussed in New Orleans. Maybe I'll open a NYC-themed bar in New Orleans and call it World Trade Center The opening announcement reportedly elicited a strong reaction from Louisiana native Cajun Boy, who tweeted:Ī New Orleans-themed bar in NYC called Ninth Ward has opened. The Ninth Ward, which serves Abita beer, Sazeracs, absinthe and other cocktails. In November, Nic Ratner and Robert Morgan got the OK from CB3 for a beer-wine license to open a cajun-style restaurant in the former 10 Degrees Bistro space on Avenue A. The ownership here is also behind two other Second Avenue bars - Kingston Hall and Shoolbred's. the rumor is the new (as of 2014) owners of the building between East 11th Street and East 12th Street have designs on a gut renovation that will eventually yield condos. 'It's not you, it's me'Īccording to a tipster, management informed staff on Tuesday night. We will be closing on Sunday, February 14th - Valentine's Day. Please come by in the next two weeks and raise a glass to both Mardi Gras and Ninth ward!! After five wonderful years we are closing our doors. Here is their official message via Facebook:įive years ago on Mardi Gras the Ninth Ward bar was born. Ninth Ward, the New Orleans-themed bar at 180 Second Ave., is closing its doors for good after service on Feb.
