November 19, 2025
Where the rhythm of the saxophone meets the shimmer of a well-crafted drink, New Orleans comes alive one note and one sip at a time. The night becomes a symphony of clinking glasses and brass harmonies, of stories told in sips and refrains. Bartenders stir and shake with the precision of musicians. Jazz and mixology share the same pulse: both are born of improvisation, tradition and a touch of soul. This is a city that has perfected the art of the evening, where jazz and cocktails intertwine so naturally, you can’t tell where one ends and the other begins. Beneath the glow of gas lamps and the patina of wrought-iron balconies, time seems to slow … every note, every sip, a celebration of New Orleans’ enduring spirit.
Crescent City Brewhouse
527 Decatur St.
crescentcitybrewhouse.com
For decades, Crescent City Brewhouse has been a beloved gathering place to raise a pint, savor authentic New Orleans cuisine, and listen to live jazz nightly and on weekend afternoons from 1 to 4 p.m. It’s Louisiana’s oldest brewpub, a 17-barrel state-of-the-art brewery, that blends Old World values and modern innovation. Each batch is brewed in-house according to the Bavarian Purity Law of 1516 using only water, malt, hops and yeast. No stabilizers or chemicals are used. Guests can sample a flight of six house-made beers from their crisp award-winning Pilsner, to a smooth Weiss, a robust Black Forest, a hoppy IPA, a malty Red Stallio, or rotating seasonal brews. If you’re not in the mood for a beer, their tasty cocktail menu is sure to please! Prost!
Miss River Bar at Four Seasons Hotel
2 Canal St
missrivernola.com
At the Four Seasons Hotel, Miss River with award-winning chef, Alon Shaya, offers an elevated take on Creole classics. A festive jazz brunch is served Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., while December brings indulgent Réveillon dinners and a celebratory New Year’s Eve dinner.
Miss River Bar is a destination in itself. Try the Flambeaux Espresso Martini, flambéed tableside with vodka, espresso, and Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur. It’s infused with clove, cinnamon, and orange for aromatic warmth, then finished with a flaming orange peel and cinnamon dusting. It’s equal parts spectacle and sophistication! Or opt for Papa Noël with Caribbean rum, vanilla, cinnamon, coconut cream and caramelized sugar. It’s a festive Caribbean remix of crème brûlée, infused with warm island cheer, served up as a silky martini. End your night at their Chandelier Bar with live music every Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. Try their Sweater Weather with vodka, cranberry, cinnamon and lime. It’s a cozy, seasonal riff on the classic Cosmopolitan; this cranberry-cinnamon martini warms the senses with hints of spice and citrus. Smooth vodka and fresh lime evoke the perfect winter chill.
The Elysian Bar at Hotel Peter & Paul
2317 Burgundy St
ash.world/dining/the-elysian-bar
Nestled within the charming historic walls of Hotel Peter & Paul in the heart of New Orleans’ Marigny district, The Elysian Bar is a sanctuary of elegance and soul where elevated craft cocktails meet the city’s live music tradition. With a menu featuring inventive drinks, the bar delivers liquid artistry alongside Mediterranean-inspired small plates. As the evening deepens, soft lighting plays off the stained-glass windows and vaulted ceilings of the former rectory, and you’ll find yourself sipping a signature drink while live jazz softly plays. It’s the kind of place where the clink of ice in a highball glass meets the hush before a saxophone solo, intimate yet connected to New Orleans’ musical tradition. Sip a Rectory Daiquiri with perfectly blended rum, banana liquor, and lime. Taste a zesty Dearly Beloved with Green Chili Vodka, Chamomile Grappa, Yuzu, Butterfly Pea and a habanero pepper. Their Elysian Martini combines Citrus Gin, Curacao, Dry Vermouth and orange bitters. Even the zero-proof mocktails shine, named after famous actresses that played Catwoman. Sample The Halle with a perfect blend of jasmine tea, ginger, pomegranate molasses and lime.
Polo Club in the Windsor Court Hotel
300 Gravier St
wchmenus.com/restaurant/polo-lounge
Stepping into the Polo Club in the Windsor Court Hotel feels like entering a private club of another era with lush leather armchairs, dark‐wood paneling, and a soft glow that invites you to linger. Settle into a plush seat, order one of their expertly crafted cocktails, and listen as a live jazz trio plays. In this space, the spirit of jazz meets the refined art of mixology, making every sip as much about the melody as the mix.
Their Cranberry Buck is cranberry, spice, and everything nice! A healthy shot of Tito’s Vodka, cranberry juice, and lemon juice is shaken and strained into an iced tea glass. It’s topped with ginger beer and garnished with skewered fresh cranberries. Their Gingerbread Milk Punch will have you thinking, “You can’t catch me—I’m the gingerbread man!” Bodega Cat Bourbon, cream, and gingerbread cordial is shaken and strained into a rocks glass. It’s topped with whipped cream and dusted with winter spices and garnished with a cute little gingerbread man! The scrumptious Apple Sangaree is perfect for cooler days and chilly nights … It incorporates red wine, apple cider, a dribble of maple syrup, and two dashes of orange bitters shaken and strained into a wine glass with ice. It is garnished with a cinnamon stick, star anise and an orange slice.
Three Maries Jazz Club and The Royal Bar at the Omni Royal Orleans
621 St. Louis St
omnihotels.com/hotels/new-orleans-royal-orleans/dining
In December, Three Maries Jazz Club, an ode to three remarkable women of European royalty - Marie Mancini, Maria Theresa, and Marie Louise and The Royal Bar will debut in the Omni Royal Orleans. The intimate 68-seat Three Maries Jazz Club, will embrace our thriving live music scene with evocative dark walls, charcoal accents and lush floral details reminiscent of romantic garden conservatories.
Three Maries Jazz Club’s Royal Old Fashioned may sound heavy and sweet, but is in fact smooth, delicate, and elegantly balanced. It combines River Aged OH Ingram Bourbon infused with saffron butter, truffle honey, molasses and cardamom bitters, all topped with edible gold leaf! The Brandy Crusta is often regarded as the forerunner to many modern cocktails. It contains Branson Phantom Cognac, Orange Curacao and Angostura bitters served in a sugar-rimmed glass with lemon peel garnish.
Rib Room and Blitzen’s Bar at Omni Royal Orleans
621 St. Louis St
ribroomneworleans.com
Next door, Rib Room at Omni Royal Orleans invites guests and locals alike to step into a festive wonderland filled with over-the-top holiday décor and a joyful, spirited atmosphere. The beloved Blitzen’s Bar pops-up serving innovative cocktails crafted by world-renowned mixologist, author, and Drink Masters judge Julie Reiner, owner of New York City favorites Clover Club, Milady’s, and Leyenda.
Blitzen’s menu features eight seasonal cocktails, a zero-proof mocktail, and rich hot chocolate with the option to make it boozy, paired with two festive holiday snacks … the perfect recipe for holiday cheer! Signature cocktails include The Blitzen, the Espres-Ho-Ho Martini, and the Naughty or Spice, alongside a rotating selection of other seasonal creations. The Naughty or Spice cocktail includes Old Forester 86 Bourbon, Lustau Palo Cortado Sherry, Liquid Alchemist Pumpkin Syrup, lemon juice and Angostura Bitters.
Carousel Bar at the Hotel Monteleone
214 Royal St
hotelmonteleone.com/entertainment/carousel-bar
Outside, the French Quarter sparkles, but inside, time spins just a little slower, wrapped in warmth, music, and holiday cheer. Step through the revolving magic of the Carousel Bar at the Hotel Monteleone and you’ll find yourself in motion before you’ve even taken a sip. The bar itself, a gently turning carousel of brass and glass, carries its patrons in lazy circles as jazz lilts softly. A Vieux Carré in hand, rye, cognac and bitters balanced with precision, you can almost hear the ghosts of writers and dreamers who once drank here whispering nearby. Bartenders pour French 75s with effortless grace.
Sazerac Bar at the Roosevelt Hotel
130 Roosevelt Way
therooseveltneworleans.com/dining
During the holidays, the Sazerac Bar at the Roosevelt Hotel shimmers with timeless elegance. Step in from the lobby’s famous tunnel of lights, the air rich with pine and champagne, and settle into the bar’s art deco warmth. Try a classic Sazerac or creamy Ramos Gin Fizz and listen to the soft hum of conversation and jazz drifting beneath the glow of gilded murals, a perfect pause amid New Orleans’ festive splendor.
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
921 Canal St
ritzcarlton.com
The Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton transforms into a warm, elegant haven of festive cheer and refined jazz-bar ambiance during the holidays. With upscale décor accented by the hotel’s signature gingerbread displays and wintry touches in the lobby, the bar feels both luxurious and inviting. Guests can sip on seasonal cocktails as live jazz sets the tone. Whether it’s a smoky Sazerac, a floral gin cocktail, or the simple perfection of a whiskey neat, every drink becomes part of the city’s eternal song.
Jazz Playhouse at Royal Sonesta
300 Bourbon St
thejazzplayhouse.com
Behind the gleaming brass doors of the Royal Sonesta, the Jazz Playhouse glows like a timeless secret … low light, clinking glass and the easy rhythm of live jazz spilling through the air. It’s the kind of place where the music doesn’t just play in the background, it wraps around you, slow and sultry, like the velvet drapes that line the room. A trumpet melts into a slow blues while bartenders stir Sonesta Sazeracs with the reverence of ritual, smooth and aromatic with just the right bite, or a Royal Street Smash, a refreshing blend of bourbon, mint and citrus that pairs perfectly with a slow, smoky trumpet solo. Here, every note and every sip feels deliberate, part of a quiet dialogue between sound and flavor, a reminder that this city doesn’t just perform jazz; it breathes it.
Crescent City Brewhouse
527 Decatur St.
crescentcitybrewhouse.com
For decades, Crescent City Brewhouse has been a beloved gathering place to raise a pint, savor authentic New Orleans cuisine, and listen to live jazz nightly and on weekend afternoons from 1 to 4 p.m. It’s Louisiana’s oldest brewpub, a 17-barrel state-of-the-art brewery, that blends Old World values and modern innovation. Each batch is brewed in-house according to the Bavarian Purity Law of 1516 using only water, malt, hops and yeast. No stabilizers or chemicals are used. Guests can sample a flight of six house-made beers from their crisp award-winning Pilsner, to a smooth Weiss, a robust Black Forest, a hoppy IPA, a malty Red Stallio, or rotating seasonal brews. If you’re not in the mood for a beer, their tasty cocktail menu is sure to please! Prost!
Miss River Bar at Four Seasons Hotel
2 Canal St
missrivernola.com
At the Four Seasons Hotel, Miss River with award-winning chef, Alon Shaya, offers an elevated take on Creole classics. A festive jazz brunch is served Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., while December brings indulgent Réveillon dinners and a celebratory New Year’s Eve dinner.
Miss River Bar is a destination in itself. Try the Flambeaux Espresso Martini, flambéed tableside with vodka, espresso, and Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur. It’s infused with clove, cinnamon, and orange for aromatic warmth, then finished with a flaming orange peel and cinnamon dusting. It’s equal parts spectacle and sophistication! Or opt for Papa Noël with Caribbean rum, vanilla, cinnamon, coconut cream and caramelized sugar. It’s a festive Caribbean remix of crème brûlée, infused with warm island cheer, served up as a silky martini. End your night at their Chandelier Bar with live music every Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. Try their Sweater Weather with vodka, cranberry, cinnamon and lime. It’s a cozy, seasonal riff on the classic Cosmopolitan; this cranberry-cinnamon martini warms the senses with hints of spice and citrus. Smooth vodka and fresh lime evoke the perfect winter chill.
The Elysian Bar at Hotel Peter & Paul
2317 Burgundy St
ash.world/dining/the-elysian-bar
Nestled within the charming historic walls of Hotel Peter & Paul in the heart of New Orleans’ Marigny district, The Elysian Bar is a sanctuary of elegance and soul where elevated craft cocktails meet the city’s live music tradition. With a menu featuring inventive drinks, the bar delivers liquid artistry alongside Mediterranean-inspired small plates. As the evening deepens, soft lighting plays off the stained-glass windows and vaulted ceilings of the former rectory, and you’ll find yourself sipping a signature drink while live jazz softly plays. It’s the kind of place where the clink of ice in a highball glass meets the hush before a saxophone solo, intimate yet connected to New Orleans’ musical tradition. Sip a Rectory Daiquiri with perfectly blended rum, banana liquor, and lime. Taste a zesty Dearly Beloved with Green Chili Vodka, Chamomile Grappa, Yuzu, Butterfly Pea and a habanero pepper. Their Elysian Martini combines Citrus Gin, Curacao, Dry Vermouth and orange bitters. Even the zero-proof mocktails shine, named after famous actresses that played Catwoman. Sample The Halle with a perfect blend of jasmine tea, ginger, pomegranate molasses and lime.
Polo Club in the Windsor Court Hotel
300 Gravier St
wchmenus.com/restaurant/polo-lounge
Stepping into the Polo Club in the Windsor Court Hotel feels like entering a private club of another era with lush leather armchairs, dark‐wood paneling, and a soft glow that invites you to linger. Settle into a plush seat, order one of their expertly crafted cocktails, and listen as a live jazz trio plays. In this space, the spirit of jazz meets the refined art of mixology, making every sip as much about the melody as the mix.
Their Cranberry Buck is cranberry, spice, and everything nice! A healthy shot of Tito’s Vodka, cranberry juice, and lemon juice is shaken and strained into an iced tea glass. It’s topped with ginger beer and garnished with skewered fresh cranberries. Their Gingerbread Milk Punch will have you thinking, “You can’t catch me—I’m the gingerbread man!” Bodega Cat Bourbon, cream, and gingerbread cordial is shaken and strained into a rocks glass. It’s topped with whipped cream and dusted with winter spices and garnished with a cute little gingerbread man! The scrumptious Apple Sangaree is perfect for cooler days and chilly nights … It incorporates red wine, apple cider, a dribble of maple syrup, and two dashes of orange bitters shaken and strained into a wine glass with ice. It is garnished with a cinnamon stick, star anise and an orange slice.
Three Maries Jazz Club and The Royal Bar at the Omni Royal Orleans
621 St. Louis St
omnihotels.com/hotels/new-orleans-royal-orleans/dining
In December, Three Maries Jazz Club, an ode to three remarkable women of European royalty - Marie Mancini, Maria Theresa, and Marie Louise and The Royal Bar will debut in the Omni Royal Orleans. The intimate 68-seat Three Maries Jazz Club, will embrace our thriving live music scene with evocative dark walls, charcoal accents and lush floral details reminiscent of romantic garden conservatories.
Three Maries Jazz Club’s Royal Old Fashioned may sound heavy and sweet, but is in fact smooth, delicate, and elegantly balanced. It combines River Aged OH Ingram Bourbon infused with saffron butter, truffle honey, molasses and cardamom bitters, all topped with edible gold leaf! The Brandy Crusta is often regarded as the forerunner to many modern cocktails. It contains Branson Phantom Cognac, Orange Curacao and Angostura bitters served in a sugar-rimmed glass with lemon peel garnish.
Rib Room and Blitzen’s Bar at Omni Royal Orleans
621 St. Louis St
ribroomneworleans.com
Next door, Rib Room at Omni Royal Orleans invites guests and locals alike to step into a festive wonderland filled with over-the-top holiday décor and a joyful, spirited atmosphere. The beloved Blitzen’s Bar pops-up serving innovative cocktails crafted by world-renowned mixologist, author, and Drink Masters judge Julie Reiner, owner of New York City favorites Clover Club, Milady’s, and Leyenda.
Blitzen’s menu features eight seasonal cocktails, a zero-proof mocktail, and rich hot chocolate with the option to make it boozy, paired with two festive holiday snacks … the perfect recipe for holiday cheer! Signature cocktails include The Blitzen, the Espres-Ho-Ho Martini, and the Naughty or Spice, alongside a rotating selection of other seasonal creations. The Naughty or Spice cocktail includes Old Forester 86 Bourbon, Lustau Palo Cortado Sherry, Liquid Alchemist Pumpkin Syrup, lemon juice and Angostura Bitters.
Carousel Bar at the Hotel Monteleone
214 Royal St
hotelmonteleone.com/entertainment/carousel-bar
Outside, the French Quarter sparkles, but inside, time spins just a little slower, wrapped in warmth, music, and holiday cheer. Step through the revolving magic of the Carousel Bar at the Hotel Monteleone and you’ll find yourself in motion before you’ve even taken a sip. The bar itself, a gently turning carousel of brass and glass, carries its patrons in lazy circles as jazz lilts softly. A Vieux Carré in hand, rye, cognac and bitters balanced with precision, you can almost hear the ghosts of writers and dreamers who once drank here whispering nearby. Bartenders pour French 75s with effortless grace.
Sazerac Bar at the Roosevelt Hotel
130 Roosevelt Way
therooseveltneworleans.com/dining
During the holidays, the Sazerac Bar at the Roosevelt Hotel shimmers with timeless elegance. Step in from the lobby’s famous tunnel of lights, the air rich with pine and champagne, and settle into the bar’s art deco warmth. Try a classic Sazerac or creamy Ramos Gin Fizz and listen to the soft hum of conversation and jazz drifting beneath the glow of gilded murals, a perfect pause amid New Orleans’ festive splendor.
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
921 Canal St
ritzcarlton.com
The Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton transforms into a warm, elegant haven of festive cheer and refined jazz-bar ambiance during the holidays. With upscale décor accented by the hotel’s signature gingerbread displays and wintry touches in the lobby, the bar feels both luxurious and inviting. Guests can sip on seasonal cocktails as live jazz sets the tone. Whether it’s a smoky Sazerac, a floral gin cocktail, or the simple perfection of a whiskey neat, every drink becomes part of the city’s eternal song.
Jazz Playhouse at Royal Sonesta
300 Bourbon St
thejazzplayhouse.com
Behind the gleaming brass doors of the Royal Sonesta, the Jazz Playhouse glows like a timeless secret … low light, clinking glass and the easy rhythm of live jazz spilling through the air. It’s the kind of place where the music doesn’t just play in the background, it wraps around you, slow and sultry, like the velvet drapes that line the room. A trumpet melts into a slow blues while bartenders stir Sonesta Sazeracs with the reverence of ritual, smooth and aromatic with just the right bite, or a Royal Street Smash, a refreshing blend of bourbon, mint and citrus that pairs perfectly with a slow, smoky trumpet solo. Here, every note and every sip feels deliberate, part of a quiet dialogue between sound and flavor, a reminder that this city doesn’t just perform jazz; it breathes it.
