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

The best part of this Court of Two Sisters brunch is the setting: you get a guaranteed seat in one of the French Quarter’s largest courtyards, with live jazz playing as you work through Louisiana specialties. I like the wide choice of food, from gumbo and grillades to shrimp étouffée and carved ribeye. I also like that the reservation removes the usual brunch gamble, especially during a busy New Orleans morning.

The main consideration is the music. It is usually a fine companion to the meal, but it may include breaks, and one booking noted only a short performance before closing. Outdoor seating is also weather-dependent, so rain or intense summer heat can change the experience.

Key points to know before you go

• Courtyard seating is guaranteed: Check in with the hostess and show your voucher for a reserved place in the restaurant’s famous outdoor courtyard.
• The buffet changes through the morning: Breakfast dishes are served from 9 to 11:30 am, with lunch offerings appearing later.
• Louisiana classics share the table: Try gumbo, red beans and rice, grits and grillades, corn macque choux, shrimp étouffée, and turtle soup au sherry.
• Jazz is part of the meal: A live band plays during service, though the set may include pauses.
• One mimosa is included: The buffet, jazz, mimosa, tip, and guaranteed seating are covered in the price.
• Save room for bananas Foster: Other sweets include bread pudding with whiskey sauce, pecan pie, cakes, brownies, and ice cream.

A French Quarter brunch built around the courtyard

Court of Two Sisters is on Royal Street, close to Bourbon Street, shops, and other French Quarter sights. That location makes the brunch easy to pair with a morning walk or an afternoon of sightseeing.

The courtyard is the main reason to choose this meal over a standard hotel breakfast. It gives you a leafy, open-air setting with fountains, large fans, and the gentle background activity of the French Quarter. A few people have especially liked sitting near the fountain, while others enjoyed watching birds move around the patio.

The word courtyard can mean many things in New Orleans. Here, it means a sizable dining area rather than a small patch of outdoor tables. On a pleasant day, the space feels relaxed and unhurried. It is a good place to let breakfast stretch toward lunch instead of rushing through a plate before heading out.

The setting is not guaranteed to be perfect. Rain can move the meal indoors, and summer heat can still be a factor despite the fans. If outdoor seating is important to you, keep your expectations flexible.

Arriving with a guaranteed seat

Your reservation has already been made. At the scheduled time, check in with the hostess and show your GetYourGuide voucher. You do not need to arrange a separate restaurant booking, and transportation is not included, so you make your own way to Royal Street.

That guaranteed seating is useful in New Orleans, where popular brunch spots can fill quickly. It also makes this a practical choice for a special morning with family or a group that does not want to wait for a table.

There is no tour guide leading you around the restaurant. The host or greeter speaks English, and the meal is self-directed once you are seated. Your server handles drinks, table service, and questions while you visit the buffet at your own pace.

Service has been a strong part of the experience. Servers named in individual bookings include Ernest, Nate, and Louis, and the staff has been praised for being attentive, friendly, and helpful with recommendations. One server even took a table photo, a small touch that can be welcome when you are dressed for a memorable meal.

Starting with breakfast from 9 to 11:30

If you arrive in the breakfast window, begin with familiar morning food before moving toward the local dishes. The buffet includes scrambled eggs, hash browns, andouille sausage, bacon, glazed ham, biscuits, and grits and grillades.

There is also a create-your-own omelet station. That gives you a made-to-order element alongside the prepared buffet dishes, though the appeal of this meal is the chance to sample several styles of Southern cooking rather than build one ordinary breakfast plate.

The grits and grillades are worth seeking out. Grillades are typically braised meat served with grits, and they offer a more distinctly New Orleans direction than bacon and eggs. Andouille sausage adds another local note, with its smoky, seasoned flavor.

You can also start with a mimosa, which is included. It is a pleasant way to mark the occasion, but remember that only one mimosa is listed as part of the experience. Additional drinks are not included in the stated price.

Working through the Louisiana specialties

The heart of the buffet is the selection of Creole and Cajun dishes. Chicken and sausage gumbo, red beans and rice, turtle soup au sherry, and corn macque choux give you a useful introduction to local flavors without committing to one large entrée.

Red beans and rice has received especially strong praise, and it is a good choice if you want something hearty and familiar. Gumbo brings a darker, more seasoned profile, with chicken and sausage providing substance. Corn macque choux, a Cajun preparation, adds a sweeter vegetable dish to balance the richer plates.

Turtle soup au sherry is one of the more distinctive options. If you have never tried it, take a small portion first. A buffet is useful here because you can sample local food without ordering a full bowl of something unfamiliar.

The selection is not limited to regional dishes. Garlic mashed potatoes, candied sweet potatoes, and creamed spinach fill out the hot sides. These are comforting, substantial choices, but the buffet can become very rich if you pile on every creamy and sweet dish at once. I recommend taking smaller portions at first and returning for the dishes that earn a second visit.

The salad bar is more than a token side

The cold section is large enough to serve as its own meal. It includes cold boiled shrimp, pasta salads, potato salad, mixed greens with toppings, chicken salad, tuna salad, fresh fruit, and assorted cheeses.

This part of the buffet matters if your group has different tastes. One person can build a light plate while another focuses on gumbo, ham, or grits. It also helps break up the heavier Louisiana dishes.

The food selection has worked well for people looking for gluten-free and dairy-free choices, but the supplied information does not provide a full allergen guide. If you have a serious allergy, speak with the staff before filling your plate rather than relying only on labels.

Staying past breakfast for the lunch dishes

The meal shifts after 11:30 am. Later offerings include carved ribeye, pasta primavera, shrimp pasta, shrimp étouffée, and duck à l’orange.

This is where the $51 price becomes easier to assess. You are not simply paying for a plate of eggs. You are getting a long service window with breakfast, lunch, local specialties, cold dishes, dessert, a mimosa, live music, and reserved seating.

Duck à l’orange has been singled out as especially tender and flavorful. Shrimp étouffée is another useful choice if you want a classic New Orleans stew. The carved ribeye gives meat eaters a more familiar option, while pasta primavera and shrimp pasta provide alternatives for anyone who wants something less traditional.

The practical tip is to arrive with enough time to enjoy both ends of the spread. If you arrive near the end of breakfast, you may get less time with the early dishes. If you want the greatest variety, a late morning reservation may let you see the menu move toward lunch, though the exact timing of individual dishes can vary.

Dessert deserves its own plate

Do not finish with only one brownie and call it done. The dessert table includes bananas Foster with ice cream, bread pudding with whiskey sauce, pecan pie, assorted cakes, brownies, and ice cream.

Bananas Foster is the obvious local choice. Warm stewed bananas with vanilla ice cream provide a sweet, soft finish after the savory buffet. Bread pudding with whiskey sauce is another classic New Orleans-style dessert and may appeal more if you prefer a baked, spiced finish.

The desserts have been less consistent than the main food for at least one diner, so I would keep expectations sensible. The savory buffet is the stronger reason to book. Still, the range of sweets means you can usually find something enjoyable, and the option to take a small sample of several desserts is part of the fun.

Jazz that supports the meal

Live New Orleans jazz turns the brunch into more than a buffet stop. The musicians play in the courtyard while you eat, adding a sense of place without requiring you to spend the evening in a music club.

The music is generally described as pleasant and well suited to conversation. It is not necessarily a nonstop concert. The band may take breaks, and one booking noted that the music stopped for much of the service. If you need continuous jazz from arrival to departure, this may disappoint you.

For most people, the better way to think about it is dinner theater in miniature, with the band providing atmosphere rather than a formal performance you must watch every minute. You can focus on your meal, talk with your companions, and listen when the musicians are playing.

The courtyard arrangement also matters. You are not simply hearing music from a speaker. The band is part of the room, and its sound helps define the meal. Seating position may affect how prominently you hear it, but the experience is designed around music as a regular part of service.

Is $51 a fair price?

At $51 per person, this is not a bargain breakfast. You can find a cheaper plate of eggs in New Orleans. The value comes from combining several things in one booking: all-you-can-eat food, a mimosa, live jazz, guaranteed seating, the courtyard setting, and the included tip.

It becomes a better deal if you plan to stay long enough to eat from both the breakfast and lunch selections. It is also useful for a special occasion, when reserving a seat in a beautiful setting is worth more than simply finding the lowest menu price.

The price is less convincing if you eat lightly, dislike buffets, or mainly want a quick cup of coffee before sightseeing. You are paying for abundance and atmosphere, not speed.

The included tip simplifies the bill, but one diner advised leaving something extra because the servers work hard. That is optional, not part of the listed requirement, but it is worth keeping in mind if your server gives you attentive help.

Who will enjoy this meal most?

I would recommend Court of Two Sisters to you if you want a relaxed introduction to New Orleans food in a setting that feels special. It suits first-time visitors who want to try several local dishes without planning separate restaurant stops.

It also works well for families and mixed groups. The buffet has enough range for cautious eaters, while the gumbo, red beans and rice, étouffée, duck, and macque choux give adventurous diners plenty to explore.

Couples may like the courtyard, jazz, and slower pace. The meal has a celebratory feel without requiring a formal evening reservation. It also suits anyone who wants a reliable seat near the French Quarter’s main attractions.

I would be more cautious if you want a quiet meal, a nonstop jazz set, or a highly focused fine-dining menu. The buffet is broad rather than delicate, and the courtyard can feel busy when full. Weather can also affect the outdoor experience.

Practical details for planning your morning

The activity is listed as valid for one day, with available starting times shown when you book. The meal begins with breakfast service from 9 to 11:30 am, while lunch dishes appear after that point.

Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the scheduled time, and you can reserve now and pay later. Wheelchair access is available. Transportation is not included, so plan your route to the Royal Street restaurant yourself.

Bring your voucher on your phone or in whatever format you received it. At the entrance, tell the hostess you have a GetYourGuide voucher. Since the reservation is already arranged, there is no need to phone the restaurant separately to secure the table.

For the best experience, allow time to walk through the French Quarter before or after the meal. The restaurant sits near Bourbon Street and shops, making it easy to turn brunch into the start of a full day in the city.

Should you book the Court of Two Sisters brunch?

Book it if you want three New Orleans pleasures in one sitting: local food, courtyard dining, and live jazz. The strongest reasons are the generous range of dishes, the relaxed setting, and the security of a reserved seat.

I would arrive hungry, try small portions before returning for favorites, and save space for bananas Foster. If the weather is good, request or enjoy the courtyard seating, but accept that rain or heat may move the meal indoors.

Skip it if you want a low-cost breakfast or a full concert. For everyone else, especially first-time visitors and anyone curious about Creole and Cajun cooking, the combination makes the $51 price reasonable.

FAQ

What is included in the Court of Two Sisters jazz brunch?

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

What food is served at breakfast?

From 9 to 11:30 am, you can find scrambled eggs, hash browns, andouille sausage, bacon, glazed ham, grits and grillades, biscuits, and a create-your-own omelet bar.

What dishes are served after 11:30 am?

Later food includes carved ribeye, pasta primavera, shrimp pasta, shrimp étouffée, and duck à l’orange.

Are Louisiana specialties available?

Yes. The buffet includes chicken and sausage gumbo, red beans and rice, turtle soup au sherry, and corn macque choux, along with other Southern dishes.

What desserts are offered?

Desserts include bananas Foster with ice cream, bread pudding with whiskey sauce, brownies, pecan pie, assorted cakes, and ice cream.

How do I check in?

Check in with the hostess at Court of Two Sisters and show your GetYourGuide voucher. Your reservation has already been made.

Is the experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.