best bar in Bossier. regulars are chill AF!

Bilbo Baggins Pub
Bilbo Baggins Pub at a glance
Reviewers describe the establishment as a laid-back neighborhood pub with friendly staff, good drinks, and reasonable prices. Recurring amenities include pool tables, shuffleboard, and weekly events like Wednesday karaoke and Friday music bingo. The food menu offers pizza and wings, though some guests note the space is small with limited seating. A common criticism involves outdated restroom facilities, while one low-star review alleged uncomfortable treatment of non-white patrons.
- Google rating: 4.5 out of 5 from 197 reviews (70% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 197 Google reviews (107 with written comments, 12 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 29% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 13, 2026.
- Service: Karaoke Bar serving Bossier City, Louisiana.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
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Customer reviews
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
Best tacos in the sbc, go on taco tuesdays, or karaoke on wednesdays, & music bingo on Fridays!
- Price per person: $10–20
- Noise level: Moderate noise
- Group size: Suitable for all group sizes
- Seating type: Bar area
Didn't eat here ... this is a bar that has pool tables. Good service with great drinks.
- Price per person: $10–20
- Noise level: Moderate noise
- Group size: Suitable for all group sizes
- Wait time: No wait
This place was sad. Not only did this place boil down to 'a dive bar with a cool name' but walking in as a non-white person and getting the reception that I did raised huge red flags. Cool bar if your a white male with absolutely no knowledge of Tolkien I guess
Very laid back, love coming here after work for a quick drink and bite to eat
- Wait time: No wait
Cameron was a great host can't wait to be back.
- Price per person: $30–40
- Noise level: Loud, but you can still talk
- Group size: 3-4 people, 5-8 people, 9+ people, Suitable for all group sizes
- Seating type: Outdoor patio / terrace, Counter seating
Hole in the wall, 3rd generation owned pub. Matt is one of the best bar owners around!!!!
- Price per person: $10–20
- Reservation: Reservations not required
- Noise level: Moderate noise
- Group size: 1 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 people, 9+ people, Suitable for all group sizes
- Special events: Themed nights, Seasonal / holiday event, Others
- Wait time: No wait
- Parking space: Plenty of parking
- Parking options: Free parking lot
★★★★★ Absolutely the best neighborhood pub in Bossier City – a true hidden gem! Bilbo Baggins Pub is hands-down my favorite spot in town – it’s like stepping into your own unexpected adventure every time you walk through the door! From the moment you arrive, the incredible staff greets you like old friends; they’re attentive, fun, quick with a joke, and always pouring with a smile. Seriously, the bartenders here are legends – they remember your drink and make you feel right at home. The drinks are top-notch: ice-cold beers, perfectly mixed cocktails, and prices that won’t break the bank. Whether you’re in the mood for a crisp draft or something stronger, they nail it every single time. And the games? Oh man, the pool tables are in fantastic shape – smooth felt, level, and perfect for a friendly (or fiercely competitive) match. The shuffleboard is an absolute blast – it’s one of those things you didn’t know you needed in your life until you’re sliding pucks and laughing with friends all night. But what really seals the deal is the atmosphere – laid-back yet buzzing with energy, great music (shoutout to those karaoke nights!), and a crowd that’s always welcoming. It’s the perfect mix of dive bar charm and genuine community vibe. No pretension, just pure good times. If you’re in Bossier City and haven’t been to Bilbo’s yet, you’re missing out on the best local hangout around. 10/10, I’ll be back next week (and the week after that)! Highly recommend – this place deserves all the stars and more! 🍻🎱
- Price per person: $1–10
- Noise level: Loud, but you can still talk
- Group size: Suitable for all group sizes
- Seating type: Bar area, Outdoor patio / terrace, Counter seating
Great staff
I rated food for drink instead of food BTW. But I love Bilbo's! Always such a good time here! I love Wednesdays because Cody is there doing Karaoke and I always gotta see my boy John behind the bar!
- Price per person: $50–100
- Reservation: Reservations not required
- Noise level: Very loud, hard to hear
- Special events: Themed nights
- Parking space: Plenty of parking
- Parking options: Free parking lot
Business details
- Address: 1700 Old Minden Rd, Bossier City, LA 71111
- Phone: (318) 746-0964
- Service area: Bossier City, LA