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The Spotted Cat Music Club

Jazz and Blues Venue, Rock Club, and Speakeasy

Marigny, New Orleans

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Ranked #1 for live jazz in New Orleans
"Greatest place to listen to jazz bands in NOLA!"(12 Tips)
"Meschiya Lake & the Lil' Big Horns were there."(5 Tips)
"Great jazz!. $5 cover but stayed for 3 sets of music."(6 Tips)
"Great live music and casual drinks in a good neighborhood."(11 Tips)

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 ℋumorousJuly 2, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Although the tourists are well aware of the Spotted Cat now thanks to Treme and Conan, it is still a great place for live music ♪ Bring cash, and stay friendly. Buy & support local music and art!! ☺
DannSeptember 19, 2016
This is definetely my favorite live music club on Frenchmen street. Great local jazz music, but it gets a little too crowded. They charge $5 cover, but it is definetely worth it!
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Kayla!August 18, 2014
A treat if you're looking for a chill atmosphere and excellent music. Thought the drinks were overpriced, but that's an argument made anywhere in the Quarter. Try to get there early for a good barseat
Upvoted 2 weeks ago
Praveen PadmanFebruary 7, 2017
Nice hangout place to sip on beer/wine/cocktail and listen to local pretty talented musicians. You can easily spend hours there. Usually no covers . One drink min and cash only
E MarFebruary 20, 2017
Hands down my favorite place on Frenchman street. The band playing was amazing. Drinks are heavily poured, but it's cash only. Ladies - there is a piano in the restroom!
Foxxy BMarch 5, 2017
Cash only, but the music is incredible & the drink selection rocks (e.g. they have fernet). Music tends to end by 2am.
Sannidhi 🐾January 6, 2019
💯 worth the $5 coverage. Come early for the set or stand on toes like we did for the rest of the evening. This was our favorite jazz club on Frenchmen.
Tim EskewMarch 2, 2018
Been here 25+ times
Small club w/ big sounds. Cash only so bring some green as there’s a one drink minimum. Shotgun Jazz Band is the champ, Panorama brings the Klezmer and Frenchmen St. All-Stars is so worth a listen!!
Marigny9April 1, 2014
Been here 5+ times
DON'T MISS!-Every Mon & Thur at 4pm. Sarah McCoy will make u weep. Janice Joplin meets Adele with a little Honky Tonk/Otherwordly spirit thrown in. Must be of strong mind & body 4 the experience.
DoubleDeuceSeptember 19, 2018
A classic spot for live music on Frenchmen Street. A little smaller than the big spots but tons of character and energy. A little more divey and grimey compared to nearby spots.
Katerina MatsaApril 22, 2014
One of the best places I visited in NOLA. Meschiya Lake & the Lil' Big Horns were there. Her voice is amazing. There was a $5 cover, but definitely worth it. If you want, you can buy her cd on site.
Marigny9January 11, 2017
Been here 5+ times
DON'T MISS!: Every Sat night from 6-10pm. You can't stop yourself from clapping in time to Panorama Jazz Band. Want some Klezmer?-OK. Trad Jazz?-Sure. Beguine, Milonga, Chocheck, Waltz?-They'll do it.
The Neighborhood KornerMay 16, 2020
Alt-Rocka Countrybilly Serial Killer Blues,” Shawn Williams sounds like a dirtier-minded Elvis in the back of some roadhouse saloon with some sad-eyed cowboys. Yes she is that good!
Marie LaCassaJuly 15, 2016
What an amazing find. We came here two nights on our NOLA vacation - excellent live music and fun vibe. Cash only bar! But they gave an atm available.
Adrian PhillipsMay 17, 2015
Drinks are cheap so bring plenty of cash to keep things moving. Great music so be sure to save some money for the musicians as you'll be having a blast.
Jay de CJuly 1, 2018
Grab a beer, sit up on the bench and listen to some great jazz. Gets busy. $5 cover after about 9. Cash only. Worth a visit!
Maarja-Liis MerimetsaMarch 22, 2016
Great place with great atmosphere and a nice crowd. A must-go in New Orleans! Slightly too cold though due to the fans.
Tony MDecember 13, 2014
I could not stop smiling in this place. Awesome jazz and such a fun atmosphere, felt transported to another era. People younger than me doing the lindy hop! Must go here.
DenetteSeptember 28, 2015
Great tiny place to catch stellar talent. You need to buy a drink and there's a $5 cover on the weekend.
Michael AmbjornAugust 21, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Leave the drama at the door - and kick back with the cool cats. A jazz joint not to be missed on any NOLA trip.
Kaustubh ThirumalaiFebruary 4, 2017
Been here 5+ times
The absolute best jazz/blues/funk/AllOfTheAbove spot in Frenchman. You can never go wrong with the Spotted Cat!
Jason H.March 27, 2019
Awesome music. Walk in and chill. Must do if visiting New Orleans - Frenchmen Street rocks!
Knick BanasOctober 29, 2018
Vehemently cash only, which is not a bad thing. Best music venue in the city if you ask me, which you’re reading this, so you asked me.
Becky OtterBotDecember 13, 2015
Jenn is the BEST bartender in town! Cash only bar, fantastic music and great scene. My favorite spot!!
Shelley MacGregorJanuary 30, 2014
Great jazz!. $5 cover but stayed for 3 sets of music. Several other musicians stopped in & played along. 1 drink min.but no way to enforce as it was impossible to get to bar except btwn sets.
Meghan BurekOctober 26, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Some of the most talented musicians on Frenchman play at The Spotted Cat! Always have a great time here!
Christina SMay 30, 2015
Great jazz music! The Cottonmouth Kings were incredible. It gets packed so arrive before the headliner's set begins for a good spot.
Isel AimeeApril 11, 2017
awesome place! make sure to bring cash for cover & drinks. if not, there's an ATM inside.
Talisa ChangMay 14, 2013
No cover, mostly traditional jazz/dixieland. Probably my favorite Frenchmen St. Place. Try to see Meschiya Lake or the Jazz Vipers there (from Al)
Dr. Matt AntonucciDecember 28, 2017
Great spot to listen to live jazz. Heads up.. it’s cash only.
ChrisSeptember 1, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Cash only bar. Never a cover. Escape the 80s music on Bourbon and head to Frenchman for awesome jazz bands at The Spotted Cat.
Colin LeeJanuary 4, 2016
Free jazz music; low key and chill vibe. Everyone is happy. Great place to check out
Constantin WApril 16, 2019
Great live music and no cover, just grab a beer at the bar!
Cat WeaverMarch 18, 2013
A damned good bar with great old style atmosphere and solid jazz. One of the best places I visited in NOLA.
Jacson BoeingAugust 31, 2015
It's a wonderful place to listen good music from local Jazz bands.
Marie La RueDecember 1, 2019
Great place for Jazz music. Small space with casual and energetic crowd. Cash only.
Lucas AlvimMay 29, 2016
This place is amazing. I've been there three days in a row and every band was incredible.
Phillip KeeneOctober 17, 2012
Dress light, and make sure you're comfortable with gettin comfortable with lots of people because there's no such thing as personal space once the music starts playin!
Lea HMay 18, 2018
Staff is awesome and very attentive in a good way. Fills up fast get there early. Music was amazing.
Joseph AkbrudJanuary 6, 2016
Great, intimate jazz club on Frenchmen Street. A must see if you're in the area.
Amy TremmelMarch 18, 2015
Jazz, cheap drinks and fun! Must go while in NOLA.
Suzanne SullivanOctober 12, 2017
Great music, cold drinks...nice afternoon spot when looking for low key early music
GurulogyFebruary 8, 2016
Great music! Casual and friendly Jazz Bar..
_May 14, 2015
Great if you like live music. Get here early because this tiny venue fills up quick. One drink min.
Francisco Queliz SanchezAugust 5, 2018
The music is amazing, is very local and comfortable!
Aashima RattiJuly 11, 2018
Great place for jazz. If you go early enough you can enter without cover.
Connie ChiuApril 30, 2017
Great jazz band lineup but there's only 1 bathroom for girls and gets crowded af. $5 cover and cash only.
Priya TungrusJune 12, 2017
We got there at 6:10 on a Friday night, no cover and managed to find 2 seats. Cash only for the bar and bring your ID!
Avradeep ChakrabartiSeptember 1, 2013
If you like blonde beers, go for the Abita Amber or Restoration Pale Ale. $5 per bottle.
Mike LOctober 18, 2014
Great bar to have a drink and listen to local music.

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