The Original Nite Cap hales a long history that started in the 1960’s and was spearheaded by the legenday Big Chief Alfred Doucette. He and his brother’s set out on a mission to have one of the best night clubs in New Orleans. Originally residing Uptown on Louisiana Ave., The Nite Cap closed in the 80’s. Fast forward to 2018, the current building owners of 1300 St. Bernard Ave. were in the process of renovated the building and found the original signage for The Original Nite Cap. It started the revival of the brand. After a beautiful renovation was complete, Covid-19 hit New Orleans. The entirety of nightlife and entertainment was uncertain and The OGNC sat vacant. Fast forward to the Summer of 2024, Bella Blue, Andrew Principe, and JD Solomon were on a mission to open something exciting and unique that would showcase community, entertainment, live music, delicious cocktails, food options, and more. Under the direction of Bella Blue, The OGNC is proud to have become a neighborhood staple as well as 7th Ward showbar. Every night of the week features a variety of entertainment options or just a chill place to meet with friends and have a cocktail. We hope that you’ll come visit soon and see what we are all about!

Seven people on stage during a performance or event, with a gold glitter curtain backdrop.
Signboard outside a venue called The Original Nite Cap, with an entrance up a wooden staircase illuminated with purple light, and two bicycles parked nearby in a residential area during evening.
Four women are in a dressing room or backstage area, surrounded by clothes and accessories. One woman with pink hair is sitting on a chair, laughing and holding a cigarette. An older woman in a gold satin gown is standing next to her. Another woman with blonde hair is sitting at a vanity table, looking at herself in the mirror. The room is decorated with red curtains, yellow leopard print lamps, and various clothing items hanging on a rack.
Four performers in glamorous costumes on stage, with gold and red sequined curtains and a reflective background, in a nightclub or cabaret setting.
A cheese and charcuterie platter with various meats, cheeses, grapes, and breadsticks on a black slate board, with wine glasses and a decorative glass pitcher in the background.
Fried chicken drumsticks with a side salad on a decorative plate, a glass of cucumber and lemon beverage, and a tall textured glass on a leatherette surface.
Plate with French fries, chicken drumsticks, and a small container of dipping sauce. Next to the plate are two glasses, one with red wine and the other empty. Behind the plate is a tall, textured glass candle holder with a lit candle inside, casting light on the table. The table surface is dark with multicolored reflections.