The Silver Fox
Leather & bear bar · New Orleans French Quarter
The Silver Fox, formerly Rawhide, is a leather and bear bar on Burgundy Street in the French Quarter. It is known for theme nights and a cruisy atmosphere.
- ★ 4.0 on Google (202)
- Darkroom
- Address
- 740 Burgundy St
70116 New Orleans - Opening hours
- Approx. daily 2 pm–2 am, longer at weekends
- Crowd
- Mostly men, leather, bears, many over 40
- Facilities
- Pool, jukebox, patio, theme nights, happy hour
- Location
- French Quarter, two blocks from Bourbon Street
What makes The Silver Fox special
The bar on the site of the old Rawhide is a classic leather pub with a pool table, patio and theme nights. Guests praise the bartenders and the music. Criticism focuses on broken pool tables and occasionally unfriendly staff. Many sources still list it under its old name, Rawhide.
A good fit if you …
- like leather or bear bars
- are looking for a cruising bar in the French Quarter
Not ideal if you …
- are looking for a quiet cocktail bar
Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Fox 8 (Pride article Jun 2026, as Rawhide Lounge), Out x Out (article updated Jul 2026), GayOut (4.0 from 202 Google reviews), Ambush Mag (renaming 2022/23). Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before visiting.
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