The Kingfish is being resurrected through Huey’s Bar in downtown Baton Rouge.
The bar’s name is a tribute to Louisiana’s 40th governor, Huey P. Long, who served from 1928-1932. Although he had ambitions to run for President of the United States, Long’s life was cut short after he was assassinated in front of the Louisiana State Capital in 1935.
Through his bold policies and even bolder personality, Long left a long-lasting impression in Louisiana’s history.
Andrew Bayard, one of the three business partners in the Huey’s venture, explained the bar’s unique political theme.
“We felt like being in downtown Baton Rouge, the political influence helps us, and we felt like it would be a natural fit,” Bayard said. “Huey P. Long as governor enjoyed drinking and being social and we want people to come in, be social and drink. He loved to entertain, and that’s what all of us do.”
Huey’s bar will have a laid-back theme according to Bayard and is looking to cater to a variety of people.
“We’re not going for a formal theme,” Bayard added. “We want a great happy-hour feel for the working crowd, and we also want to cater to the people that are going out Friday and Saturday night.”
Huey’s is the latest addition to Baton Rouge’s flourishing downtown area, which has been growing rapidly in recent years.
Managing Director of the Downtown Business Association of Baton Rouge Alicia Baron said that the growth of the downtown area is important because it is the heart of Baton Rouge.
“We are very excited about the opening of Huey’s Bar, one of many new establishments coming to the Third Street area,” said Baron. She added that the nature of the bar recognizes the heritage and political past of Louisiana.
Huey’s Bar will open to the public at 8 p.m. Friday at 350 Third St.