New Orleans: ‘Court of Two Sisters’ Jazz Brunch Buffet

The best part of this Court of Two Sisters brunch is the setting: you eat beneath the open sky in New Orleans’ largest courtyard while a jazz band plays nearby. It feels like a proper French Quarter occasion, not just a quick plate of eggs before sightseeing.

I like the wide range of food, especially the chance to sample gumbo, red beans and rice, grits and grillades, shrimp etouffee, and other Louisiana dishes in one sitting. I also like the practical booking setup: your seat is guaranteed, your mimosa and tip are included, and there is no need to sort out a separate reservation.

The main thing to keep in mind is that the jazz may not play without pauses. A few bookings report limited music before closing, and rainy or very hot weather can affect the courtyard experience. The food and service remain the safer bets, but the music is not always continuous.

Key points to know before booking

• Courtyard dining: Your reservation includes guaranteed seating in the restaurant’s spacious courtyard, weather permitting.
• Louisiana on one plate: Try gumbo, turtle soup au sherry, red beans and rice, corn macque choux, shrimp etouffee, and duck a l’orange.
• Breakfast and lunch in one buffet: Morning dishes run from 9 to 11:30 a.m., with lunch selections available after 11:30.
• Mimosa and tip included: The $51 price covers the all-you-can-eat buffet, live jazz, one mimosa, and gratuity.
• Helpful service: Servers such as Ernest, Nate, Louis, and Tamika have been singled out for friendly, attentive service.
• Easy French Quarter plan: The restaurant sits on Royal Street, near shops, Bourbon Street, and other central sights, with no transportation included.

Why this brunch works so well in the French Quarter

New Orleans does not treat breakfast as a mere refueling stop. Food, music, setting, and conversation all matter, and the Court of Two Sisters brings those pieces together in one long meal.

The courtyard does much of the work. Fountains, greenery, birds, large fans, and outdoor tables give you a slower start than a busy café counter. The space has a colonial feel, and the live jazz adds a clear New Orleans touch without turning the meal into a concert you must sit and watch.

I would plan this for a morning when you want to take your time. You can make a plate, return for something else, listen to the band, and finish with dessert instead of rushing through a fixed course meal. It is especially useful early in a French Quarter stay, since you can sample several local dishes and decide what you want to seek out later.

The setting is not guaranteed in every condition. One booking had to move indoors because of rain, although the courtyard was still available to walk through. In summer, the fans help, but outdoor dining can still feel warm. If the courtyard matters greatly to you, check the weather and keep your expectations flexible.

Checking in on Royal Street

The meeting point is simple. Arrive at the Court of Two Sisters at your scheduled time, check in with the hostess, and show your GetYourGuide voucher. Your reservation has already been made, so you are not expected to negotiate for a table on arrival.

That guaranteed seating is useful in the French Quarter, where popular meal times can be crowded and plans often change from one street corner to the next. It does not mean you choose any table you want, but it removes one common source of stress.

The experience is listed as valid for one day, with starting times depending on availability. The food service begins with breakfast selections from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and shifts toward lunch dishes after 11:30. Confirm your selected time when booking, since the meal is built around that schedule.

There is no transportation included. You will need to make your own way to Royal Street, so place this meal alongside your French Quarter walking plans rather than treating it as a transport-inclusive excursion.

Breakfast begins with familiar Southern favorites

The early buffet gives you plenty of recognizable breakfast food: scrambled eggs, hash browns, andouille sausage, bacon, glazed ham, biscuits, grits and grillades, and a create-your-own omelet station.

This is a good arrangement if your group has mixed tastes. One person can stick to eggs and bacon while another tries grits, andouille, or grillades. The omelet bar also gives you a made-to-order option among the prepared dishes, though you should expect a little more waiting when the restaurant is busy.

The strongest reason to arrive early is not just the breakfast food. You also get more time to sample the buffet before the meal moves into its lunch selections. If you arrive near the end of the morning service, you may have less opportunity to try both sides of the menu.

A mimosa is included, which helps make the meal feel festive without forcing you to order a full drink package. Additional drinks are not listed as part of the included price, so budget separately if you want something beyond the included mimosa.

Louisiana specialties worth trying

The buffet becomes most useful when you stop thinking of it as a standard hotel brunch. The local dishes let you taste several New Orleans staples without committing to one large entree.

Look for chicken and sausage gumbo, red beans and rice, turtle soup au sherry, and corn macque choux, a Cajun dish made with corn. Grits and grillades give you another Southern classic, while the red beans and rice have earned especially strong praise from diners who know what they like.

You can also find fried catfish, a dish one diner considered a highlight, along with other regional flavors. The food is not presented as a formal tasting menu, so you control the pace and portion. Take small servings first. That leaves room for the dishes that suit you best and keeps the buffet from becoming an overloaded first plate.

The quality can vary by dish and by personal taste. Most of the meal receives strong marks for being hot, fresh, and flavorful, but one assessment called the food very good rather than outstanding. That feels like a fair way to approach a buffet: expect breadth and convenience first, then enjoy the standouts you discover.

Lunch dishes after 11:30 a.m.

If you stay into the later service, the menu moves toward heartier lunch choices. These include carved ribeye, pasta primavera, shrimp pasta, shrimp etouffee, and duck a l’orange.

The carved ribeye gives you a more substantial plate, while the seafood and Creole dishes keep the meal tied to New Orleans. The duck a l’orange has been praised as tender and full of flavor, and it is the sort of dish worth trying in a small portion even if you would not normally choose duck.

Shrimp etouffee is another good pick if you want a dish with a thick, savory sauce rather than a plain seafood plate. You may find the pasta options more familiar and less distinctive, but they are useful for children or anyone who prefers gentler flavors.

The lunch transition is one of the buffet’s best values, but it also means timing matters. Ask the staff what is currently available if you arrive near 11:30. The precise changeover is not described, so do not assume every breakfast and lunch item will be on the buffet at the same moment.

Salad, sides, and room for another plate

The cold section helps balance a meal that can otherwise become quite rich. It includes cold boiled shrimp, pasta salads, potato salad, mixed greens with toppings, chicken salad, tuna salad, fresh fruit, and assorted cheeses.

The hot sides include garlic mashed potatoes, candied sweet potatoes, and creamed spinach. These are familiar comfort foods, but they matter because they let you build a meal around the items you actually enjoy. The salad bar is also helpful if you need a break from gumbo, sauces, sausage, and carved meat.

The range works well for families and groups with different diets. One booking specifically noted options suitable for gluten-free and dairy-free needs. Still, the available information does not promise a dedicated allergen-free kitchen, so you should speak directly with the server about serious allergies before eating.

Dessert, with bananas Foster as the main event

Save space for dessert. The spread includes bananas Foster with ice cream, bread pudding with whiskey sauce, brownies, pecan pie, assorted cakes, and ice cream.

Bananas Foster is the most local-feeling finish, pairing warm stewed bananas with a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream. It has been a particular favorite, along with the bread pudding and whiskey sauce. Pecan pie gives you another Louisiana-friendly choice.

Desserts are the one area where expectations should be measured. The overall buffet receives much stronger praise than the sweets, and one booking found the desserts disappointing even while enjoying the rest of the meal. I would treat dessert as part of the fun rather than the main reason to book.

A small serving of several options makes more sense than committing to one large slice. If a particular dessert is not to your taste, you still have ice cream or fruit as a fallback.

Jazz in the courtyard

The music is meant to complement the food. A live jazz band or trio plays during the meal, giving you the sound of New Orleans without requiring a separate club visit later in the day.

Several bookings describe the musicians as excellent, with one noting that the music was just right and not too loud. That matters if you want to talk over brunch. The band is part of the atmosphere, not a stage show with a fixed performance schedule.

You should also know that the music may include long breaks. One booking found the band good but absent for much of the time, while another had only a short stretch of music before the place closed. If live jazz is your top priority, book a dedicated music venue as well. If you want jazz as part of a relaxed meal, the arrangement is more likely to suit you.

The courtyard layout can affect how much you hear. Some tables sit closer to the fountain or musicians than others, and the available information does not promise a specific table location. The music remains audible as part of the setting, but you are not buying a reserved front-row seat.

Service that makes a buffet easier

Buffets can feel impersonal, yet attentive table service changes the experience. Servers bring the included mimosa, handle drinks, clear plates, and help you understand what is on offer.

Ernest has been praised for being especially kind and attentive, including taking a photograph for a couple. Nate has been noted for useful food suggestions, and Louis and Tamika also received warm mention for their service and energy. Names can change with the schedule, of course, but the pattern is clear: staff attention is an important part of the meal.

A busy restaurant may not feel quiet or perfectly paced. One booking described the venue as very busy but well organized. That is a reasonable tradeoff for a popular buffet. If you need a fast meal, the size of the dining room and the number of food stations may feel like more than you need.

The listed price includes tip, which makes budgeting simple. You may still choose to leave an additional tip for exceptional service. One diner specifically felt the servers deserved extra recognition, but that remains your choice.

Is $51 a good value?

At $51 per person, this is not a cheap breakfast. The value depends on how much of the experience you use.

The price includes unlimited food, a mimosa, live jazz, guaranteed seating, and tip. You are paying for more than eggs and coffee. You are also paying for a historic French Quarter setting, a large selection of regional dishes, and the ease of having a table ready at a popular restaurant.

The buffet is a stronger deal for people who want variety. If you plan to try gumbo, red beans and rice, catfish, etouffee, carved ribeye, salad, and dessert, the fixed cost makes sense. It is less appealing if you only want a small breakfast or do not drink the included mimosa.

The meal also replaces several smaller food stops. You can taste Louisiana specialties, eat breakfast foods, and move into lunch dishes without ordering separate entrees. For a special morning, anniversary meal, or first visit to New Orleans, that combination gives the cost a reasonable purpose.

Who should book this brunch?

I would recommend it to you if you want a relaxed French Quarter morning with food, music, and scenery in one place. It suits couples, families, first-time visitors, and anyone who likes buffets because you can choose familiar dishes and local specialties at the same table.

It is also a good pick for people who want to try Creole and Cajun food without planning a full restaurant crawl. The buffet lets you sample several dishes, and the courtyard gives the meal a clear sense of place.

I would be more cautious if you dislike buffets, need a very quiet dining room, or are booking mainly for uninterrupted jazz. Rain and heat can also reduce the appeal of outdoor seating, although indoor dining remains possible.

The venue is wheelchair accessible. English is the operating language, and an English-speaking host or greeter handles the welcome. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the scheduled time, and you can reserve now and pay later, useful when your New Orleans plans are still shifting.

Final call: book it for the setting and variety

Book this brunch if you want a generous taste of New Orleans served with courtyard atmosphere and live music. The most reliable strengths are the food range, attentive service, guaranteed seating, and the chance to try local dishes such as gumbo, red beans and rice, corn macque choux, and shrimp etouffee.

Do not book it expecting a nonstop jazz set or a fine-dining tasting menu. Think of it as a leisurely, good-value occasion meal where the courtyard and buffet are equal parts of the appeal. For many visitors, that is exactly the right way to begin a day in the French Quarter.

FAQ

What does the $51 price include?

The price includes the all-you-can-eat buffet, live jazz, one mimosa, tip, and guaranteed seating.

What time does the brunch buffet run?

Breakfast selections are available from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Lunch dishes are available after 11:30 a.m. Check the available starting times when booking.

Is a reservation already made?

Yes. Your reservation is made in advance. Arrive at the scheduled time, check in with the hostess, and show your voucher.

Where does the brunch take place?

The Court of Two Sisters is on Royal Street in New Orleans’ French Quarter. The experience includes guaranteed seating in the courtyard, subject to conditions such as weather.

What food is available?

The buffet includes breakfast dishes, Louisiana specialties, salads, sides, lunch items, carved meats, seafood dishes, and desserts. Options include gumbo, red beans and rice, turtle soup au sherry, shrimp etouffee, duck a l’orange, bananas Foster, bread pudding, pecan pie, and ice cream.

Is the jazz performance continuous?

No specific continuous performance schedule is promised. The band plays during the meal, but breaks may occur.

Is transportation included?

No. You are responsible for reaching the Court of Two Sisters on Royal Street.

Is the experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the experience is listed as wheelchair accessible.