Court of Two Sisters Live Jazz Brunch Buffet with Mimosa

Court of Two Sisters pairs a sprawling Creole brunch buffet with live jazz in a French Quarter courtyard, so you can make a meal part of your New Orleans morning rather than just a stop for fuel. The setting is the main event: an old-style courtyard with foliage, cast-iron details and room to settle in.

I like two things here: the broad buffet, which lets you sample dishes such as jambalaya, boiled shrimp and bread pudding, and the choice of settings, from dining rooms to the courtyard. Your booking also includes a choice of mimosa, wine, Champagne or coffee.

One thing to weigh: the music may be soft or hard to hear from some tables, and its playing time can feel brief. If jazz is your main reason for booking, ask for a courtyard seat near the trio and be ready for a relaxed, background-music atmosphere rather than a concert.

What to know before you book

• Brunch comes with a wide spread: Hot and cold buffet stations cover Creole dishes, breakfast favorites, salads, seafood and sweets.
• The courtyard is the draw: It is described as New Orleans’ largest courtyard, with foliage and cast-iron decor.
• Music is part of the meal, not a guaranteed show: A daily jazz trio plays, but seating and breaks can affect how much you hear.
• A drink is included: Choose a mimosa, wine, Champagne or coffee.
• Plan for about two hours: That gives you time to eat at an easy pace and enjoy the setting.
• The price is $47 per person: The value depends on your appetite, interest in the atmosphere and how much of the buffet you sample.

A French Quarter brunch with a sense of place

At 613 Royal Street, Court of Two Sisters offers more than a plate of eggs and a quick coffee. You enter a long-established restaurant named for Creole sisters Emma and Bertha Camors, then sit down for brunch in an elegant dining room or the large courtyard. The setting gives the meal a strong New Orleans flavor, even before the first serving spoon hits your plate.

I see this as a food-and-atmosphere outing, not a guided tour. You won’t be led through the French Quarter or given a formal history talk. Instead, the restaurant’s location and name provide a little context for the meal, while the buffet and live trio do most of the talking.

The booking is listed for about one to two hours, with the restaurant portion set at two hours. That is enough time to try more than one plate, linger over dessert and listen when the musicians play. It is not a quick breakfast, so keep the schedule in mind if you have a tightly packed morning.

The courtyard sets the mood

The courtyard is Court of Two Sisters’ signature space and a strong reason to consider brunch here. Foliage, wisteria overhead in season, and cast-iron details create a shaded setting that feels removed from the street, though you are still in the heart of the French Quarter. The courtyard is also large, so the atmosphere can feel calm and spacious rather than intimate.

You can also be seated in one of the restaurant’s dining rooms. That offers a more sheltered setting, but the jazz may be harder to hear there. Even in the courtyard, tables are spread across a big area, and the trio’s location matters. If music is important to you, ask about a seat closer to the band when you arrive. A particular table cannot be promised based on the information available, but it is a sensible request.

The setting has a few practical wrinkles. Outdoor seating can be less appealing on a cold day, and small birds move around the courtyard. If you prefer a quieter, more controlled dining room, ask about indoor seating instead. If the courtyard is the reason you booked, let the staff know that preference, while understanding that seating depends on the restaurant.

The buffet: seafood, Creole favorites and sweets

The spread is built for variety. The cold buffet can include boiled shrimp with cocktail or Creole remoulade sauce, seafood and pasta salads, ceviche, pâtés, cheeses and fresh fruit. Crawfish may appear when it is in season. That mix gives you a chance to sample local flavors without committing to one large entrée.

Hot dishes may include roast beef au jus, jambalaya and eggs Benedict, alongside other breakfast and Creole options. An omelet station is also part of some brunch experiences. Menu items can change, so treat the named dishes as a sense of the range, not a guarantee that every item will be available on your visit.

The buffet’s strength is choice. You can build a familiar breakfast, try a few regional dishes, or mix both approaches. That flexibility is handy for families and groups with different tastes. It also makes the meal more worthwhile if you arrive hungry and take time to sample several stations.

The dessert table deserves room on your plate. Pecan pie, vanilla ice cream, bananas Foster and bread pudding with whiskey sauce are among the sweets described for the meal. King cake may also be available. The breadth of desserts is one of the experience’s most appealing features, but you’ll need to pace yourself if you want to try more than one.

Some diners have particularly enjoyed dishes such as turtle soup and duck à l’orange, while others have found individual buffet items dry or cold. That is the tradeoff with a buffet: selection is generous, but the quality of a particular dish can vary. I’d start with modest portions, then return for the dishes that are freshest and most appealing.

Live jazz, with realistic expectations

The jazz trio plays daily, and the music is meant to accompany brunch. That can be just right if you want a gentle New Orleans soundtrack while you eat and talk. The group may play from different parts of the space, so the sound can be stronger at some tables and faint at others.

There is also some uncertainty about how long the trio plays during a particular sitting. Some diners have found the set short or have arrived during a break. That makes this a risky choice if you are expecting continuous music or a front-row performance. Think of the jazz as a welcome extra, not the sole reason to book.

If you want to sing along, the relaxed setting may encourage it, but don’t assume the musicians will be playing throughout your entire meal. The schedule and sound level are not specified. For the best chance of hearing the trio, ask to sit in the courtyard near the band. If you mainly want to talk over brunch, a table farther away may suit you better.

What the included drink adds

The booking includes one choice of mimosa, wine, Champagne or coffee. A mimosa gives the meal a celebratory start, while coffee is the straightforward choice if you’re heading out to explore afterward. The included drink helps make the $47 price feel more like a set brunch experience than a buffet-only purchase.

The wording identifies a choice of drink, not unlimited refills. If you want additional drinks, confirm the cost with your server before ordering. One diner also praised a warm coffee drink with Royal in its name, but that is not listed as a standard inclusion, so ask what is available rather than counting on a particular specialty.

Is $47 good value?

At $47 per person, you are paying for a broad buffet, the restaurant setting, live music and one drink. The meal can represent good value if you enjoy sampling a range of dishes, want a leisurely start to the day and will make use of the courtyard atmosphere. The buffet format is especially useful for a group where everyone wants something different.

The value is less convincing if you prefer a small breakfast, expect every dish to be exceptional, or are booking mainly for a long jazz set. The price is fixed even if you eat lightly or the music is between sets. This is a generous brunch experience, not a bargain plate of local food.

Service can add a lot to the meal. Servers named Jerry, Whitney, Kyron, Mike and Roberto have been praised for attentive, friendly help and, in some cases, for sharing details about the location. Staffing changes, so those names are not a promise. Still, considerate service is part of what can make a long buffet brunch feel smooth rather than chaotic.

Royal Street and the rest of your morning

The restaurant is at 613 Royal Street in the French Quarter, and the activity starts and ends there. Royal Street is part of the appeal: you can make brunch a convenient pause in a day spent exploring the area. There is no separate sightseeing stop on the experience. The restaurant’s address is the destination, not a meeting point for a walking tour.

The booking is mobile-ticket friendly, offered in English and capped at a maximum of 20 travelers for the activity. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The dress code is casual, so there is no need to dress for a formal dining room.

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund. Keep the local start time in mind if your plans change.

Who should book this brunch?

I’d put Court of Two Sisters on the list for hungry diners who want a relaxed meal, a taste of several Creole and breakfast dishes, and a memorable French Quarter setting. It also suits families and couples who enjoy buffet choice and don’t mind taking their time. The courtyard can make the meal feel like an occasion without requiring a full-day excursion.

It is a weaker fit if you want a quiet meal, a small and inexpensive breakfast, or a guaranteed jazz performance you can hear from every seat. In that case, look for a smaller meal or a dedicated music event. If you book this brunch, go for the food and courtyard first, with the jazz as a pleasant bonus.

FAQ

How long does the brunch last?

Plan for about two hours. The stated duration is roughly one to two hours, and the restaurant portion is listed as two hours.

What is included in the $47 price?

The experience includes the buffet and a choice of one glass of wine, Champagne, mimosa or a cup of coffee.

What dishes might be on the buffet?

The selection can include boiled shrimp, seasonal crawfish, seafood and pasta salads, ceviche, pâtés, cheeses, fruit, roast beef au jus, jambalaya and eggs Benedict. Desserts can include pecan pie, vanilla ice cream, bananas Foster and bread pudding with whiskey sauce. The menu may vary.

Will I hear jazz throughout brunch?

Not necessarily. A jazz trio plays daily, but the music may be interrupted by breaks, and some tables are farther from the musicians. Ask about a courtyard seat near the band if hearing the music is important to you.

Where does the experience start and end?

It starts and ends at Court of Two Sisters, 613 Royal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130.

Is there a dress code?

Yes. The dress code is casual.

Can I cancel for a refund?

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