Court of Two Sisters Live Jazz Brunch Buffet with Mimosa

New Orleans brunch rarely gets more atmospheric than this. At Court of Two Sisters, you eat in an elegant dining room or beneath the wisteria and cast iron of the French Quarter’s largest courtyard, with a jazz trio nearby and a buffet packed with Creole favorites.

I like the sheer range of food, from boiled shrimp, pâtés, and ceviche to jambalaya, roast beef au jus, eggs Benedict, and bananas Foster. I also like the setting: the courtyard gives you a peaceful break from Royal Street’s busy sidewalks. The main drawback is that the jazz may be soft, distant, or limited to short playing periods, especially if you sit indoors or at the far end of the courtyard.

Key points to know before booking

• The courtyard is the main attraction: Ask for courtyard seating if you want the best chance of hearing the trio and enjoying the old New Orleans atmosphere.
• The buffet covers both Creole and familiar brunch food: Expect seafood, salads, hot dishes, breakfast standards, fruit, cheese, pâtés, and a large dessert selection.
• One drink is included: You can choose a glass of wine, Champagne, mimosa, or coffee.
• Plan on about two hours: The meal works well before an afternoon of exploring the French Quarter.
• Jazz is background music, not a concert: The trio may take breaks, and some tables have poor sound.
• The restaurant is at 613 Royal Street: Your meal begins and ends at Court of Two Sisters, with no transportation included.

A courtyard brunch at 613 Royal Street

Court of Two Sisters sits on Royal Street, one of the French Quarter’s best-known streets for old buildings, antiques, galleries, and slow wandering. The restaurant’s address is 613 Royal Street, so it is easy to fit into a day spent on foot around Jackson Square, Bourbon Street, Chartres Street, and the nearby markets.

The restaurant takes its name from Emma and Bertha Camors, two Creole sisters connected with the property. During brunch, the jazz trio also shares a bit about the history of the building and the women who gave the restaurant its name. That small touch helps turn a buffet meal into a more rooted New Orleans experience.

You may be seated inside in one of the dining rooms, or outside in the large courtyard. The outdoor space is filled with foliage, cast iron, canopy trees, and the old-world details that make the French Quarter feel distinct. Some tables are shaded by wisteria, creating a cool, pretty setting that works especially well for a long brunch.

The courtyard also has birds moving around the area. They add to the character, though you should keep an eye on your plate and remember that you are sharing the space with them. This is not a polished, silent dining room. It is a lively historic setting with plenty of movement and conversation.

How the two-hour meal unfolds

The experience begins when you arrive at Court of Two Sisters and check in for your reserved table. A server explains how the hot and cold buffets work and helps you settle in. The activity is capped at 20 people, although the restaurant setting itself can feel much larger because the tables are spread through several dining areas.

The meal is self-guided in the best sense. You can start with seafood and salads, move to hot Creole dishes, return for breakfast favorites, and finish with desserts. You are not locked into a set plate or a formal sequence, so the value comes from trying several small portions rather than filling your plate with one item.

A jazz trio plays during the meal. The intended mood is relaxed and social, not a full stage show. You may hear the musicians clearly from a courtyard table near them, while a table in a back corner or distant indoor room may receive only faint background sound.

That difference matters. If the music is your main reason for booking, do not treat seating as a minor detail. Ask about the courtyard and, if possible, a table closer to the musicians. The band can also take breaks, and some meal periods include only short stretches of live playing.

The cold buffet: seafood, salads, and Creole starters

The cold buffet gives you the widest range of lighter choices. Boiled shrimp comes with traditional cocktail sauce or Creole remoulade, and crawfish may replace or join the shrimp when it is in season. The exact seafood selection can vary, but this is where you begin to sample the flavors of the Gulf and South Louisiana.

You can also expect seafood and pasta salads, ceviche, pâtés, cheeses, and fresh fruit. The cold section works well if you want a lighter brunch, but it is also useful for building a first plate while you decide what deserves a second visit.

Fresh fruit and salads have been particular strengths on some visits, while individual hot dishes can be less consistent. That is a normal buffet tradeoff: the broad selection gives you choices, but not every item will land equally well.

I recommend taking modest portions at first. With so many choices, a small first plate lets you sample the shrimp, remoulade, pâté, salads, and fruit without losing room for the hot food and desserts.

The hot buffet: Creole comfort food and breakfast standards

The hot side is where Court of Two Sisters tries to please both adventurous eaters and people who want a familiar brunch. Dishes can include roast beef au jus, jambalaya, seasonal specialties, turtle soup, duck à l’orange, catfish, and eggs Benedict.

The mix is useful for families and groups with different tastes. One person can try traditional Creole dishes while another sticks with eggs, roast meat, or other American breakfast staples. An omelet station is also available, giving you a made-to-order option within an otherwise self-serve meal.

The strongest meals here are about variety rather than one perfect signature dish. You might find a memorable bowl of turtle soup or enjoy the duck à l’orange, while another hot item may be dry or not quite warm enough. Catfish, in particular, has been uneven, so check the serving dish before taking a large portion.

Do not let one disappointing item define the buffet. You have enough alternatives to move on to jambalaya, soup, eggs Benedict, roast beef, seafood, or the omelet station. Still, at $47 per person, you should expect the kitchen to keep the hot dishes properly replenished and heated.

Dessert is a serious part of the meal

The dessert buffet is not an afterthought. Pecan pie, homemade vanilla ice cream, bananas Foster, bread pudding with whiskey sauce, brownies, cakes, breads, and Mardi Gras king cake may all appear among the choices.

The bread pudding with whiskey sauce is one of the most traditional finishes, while bananas Foster with ice cream gives you a distinctly New Orleans-style finale. King cake adds a seasonal and local touch, though the full dessert lineup can change.

This is another reason to pace yourself. It is easy to think of brunch as a plate of eggs and seafood, then discover that the sweets deserve their own visit. If you have a strong sweet tooth, the dessert spread adds real value to the fixed price.

The buffet also lets you sample without committing to a full serving. Take a small piece of bread pudding, a spoonful of ice cream, and a taste of pecan pie. You can always return.

The jazz question: atmosphere or main event?

The title promises live jazz, but you should set your expectations carefully. The trio is best understood as background music that gives the meal a New Orleans character. Some tables hear it well, and the mellow sound can be a lovely match for the courtyard.

Other tables do not fare as well. The musicians may be positioned at the far end of the space, and conversation from surrounding tables can overpower the music. The trio may also play for a short period, take a break, and return later. If you expect a continuous concert, this experience may disappoint you.

I would book this for the combination of food, setting, and live music, not for the music alone. If your priority is listening closely to a band, choose a dedicated jazz venue instead. If you want gentle jazz while you eat in a historic French Quarter courtyard, the format makes more sense.

The best strategy is simple: request courtyard seating and ask whether a table near the trio is available. It is not a guarantee, but it directly addresses the most important variable in the experience.

Service can shape the whole meal

Service has often been a strong part of this brunch. Servers are expected to explain the buffet and guide you through the choices, and several staff members have been singled out for being attentive, polite, and helpful.

Names that have received especially warm praise include Jerry, Whitney, Kyron, Roberto, Mike, and an omelet cook praised for making the station work especially well. Of course, staffing changes from day to day, so no particular server can be promised. The useful point is that the restaurant’s service culture can be a real strength.

Your server also handles the included drink. You can choose a mimosa, Champagne, wine, or coffee, and some diners have enjoyed the Moscato and a warm coffee drink called the Royal something. The information provided does not specify the exact ingredients of that coffee, so ask your server if you want to know what is in it.

The drink is included, but additional beverages may cost extra. One included glass helps the value, especially if you choose a mimosa with brunch, but do not assume every cocktail or refill is part of the package.

Is $47 a fair price?

At $47 per person, this is not a bargain breakfast. You are paying for a large buffet, one included drink, live music, the historic Royal Street location, and the courtyard setting.

The value improves if you arrive hungry and make good use of the range. Seafood, Creole dishes, breakfast food, desserts, and a drink can add up quickly if purchased separately elsewhere. The meal is also convenient for a sightseeing day because it gives you a substantial start without arranging several stops.

The value drops if you mainly want a short jazz performance or if you eat lightly. A person who wants coffee and a small plate may find the fixed price hard to justify. You should also expect some variation in food quality, as is common with a large buffet.

For a special brunch, family meal, or first taste of several New Orleans dishes, I consider the price reasonable. For a dedicated jazz outing, I would spend the money elsewhere and choose a restaurant meal without the music promise.

Best seating and timing advice

The activity lasts about one to two hours, with the meal portion listed at roughly two hours. That gives you time to eat at an unhurried pace and still continue sightseeing afterward.

Your most important choice is indoor versus courtyard seating. The courtyard offers the strongest visual appeal and the best chance of hearing the trio. Indoor dining may be preferable on an uncomfortable day, but some indoor tables are too far from the musicians for the jazz to feel like part of the meal.

Arrive ready to eat, but do not rush to the buffet. Start with a small plate, note which dishes are being replenished, and return for the items you like best. Save enough room for dessert, especially if bananas Foster, bread pudding, or king cake is available.

Casual dress is fine. The restaurant is in the French Quarter, and the activity begins and ends at the restaurant, so you do not need to arrange transport as part of the booking. A mobile ticket is accepted, and confirmation is provided at booking.

Who will enjoy Court of Two Sisters most?

I would recommend this brunch to families, couples, and first-time New Orleans visitors who want one meal to introduce them to several local flavors. It also works for anyone who likes historic surroundings and prefers a relaxed jazz soundtrack to a loud performance.

It is especially practical for groups with mixed appetites. The buffet has enough variety for seafood fans, meat eaters, breakfast traditionalists, and dessert lovers. The omelet station gives you another choice when the prepared dishes do not suit you.

Solo diners can also enjoy it, though a solo table placed far from the trio may make the music harder to hear. If you are dining alone and jazz is important, request a courtyard table near the band when you book or arrive.

I would hesitate to recommend it to someone seeking a serious jazz concert, a quiet meal, or flawless fine dining. The setting can be noisy, the music may be intermittent, and buffet dishes are not always equally successful.

Cancellation and practical details

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off follows New Orleans local time.

Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. The activity is offered in English, uses a mobile ticket, and has a maximum of 20 participants. Since seating location matters so much, include a courtyard request if the reservation system or restaurant allows it, then confirm the request on arrival.

Should you book this New Orleans jazz brunch?

Book it if you want a generous Creole buffet in a beautiful French Quarter courtyard, with a mimosa or another included drink and some live jazz in the background. The best parts are the setting, the range of food, the desserts, and the chance to sample dishes such as shrimp with remoulade, jambalaya, turtle soup, duck à l’orange, and bread pudding without ordering each item separately.

Skip it if your main goal is uninterrupted jazz or a low-cost breakfast. The trio may be quiet or play only briefly, and the $47 price depends on your appetite and interest in the full setting.

My practical verdict: choose Court of Two Sisters as a leisurely New Orleans meal with music, not as a jazz show with food attached. Request the courtyard, arrive hungry, start with small portions, and leave room for bananas Foster or whiskey-sauce bread pudding.

FAQ

Where is Court of Two Sisters located?

The restaurant is at 613 Royal Street in New Orleans, Louisiana, in the French Quarter.

How long does the brunch last?

The experience takes about one to two hours, with the meal portion listed at approximately two hours.

What food is included?

The buffet includes cold and hot dishes. Options can include boiled shrimp, seasonal crawfish, seafood and pasta salads, ceviche, pâtés, cheeses, fruit, roast beef au jus, jambalaya, eggs Benedict, turtle soup, duck à l’orange, catfish, and omelets.

What desserts are available?

Dessert choices can include pecan pie, homemade vanilla ice cream, bananas Foster, Mardi Gras king cake, cakes, brownies, breads, and bread pudding with whiskey sauce.

Is a drink included with brunch?

Yes. You can choose one glass of wine, Champagne, mimosa, or a cup of coffee.

Is the jazz performed throughout the entire meal?

The jazz trio plays during brunch, but playing times can vary. The musicians may take breaks, and the music may be difficult to hear from some tables.

Can I sit in the courtyard?

The restaurant seats diners in elegant dining rooms or its large courtyard. You can request courtyard seating, but a specific table or position near the musicians is not guaranteed.

Is there a dress code?

The dress code is casual.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours in advance are not accepted for a refund.