Dining at the hotel: M bistro, Davenport Lounge and the Spa Café
M bistro is the hotel’s full-service restaurant serving Contemporary American and Creole‑Cajun‑Southern dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner; Davenport Lounge is the third‑floor jazz lounge for cocktails, scheduled live jazz and weekend afternoon tea; the Spa Café (open 9:00 AM–5:00 PM) serves casual, local‑favorite snacks for spa guests and visitors.
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Where these outlets sit in the hotel
All three venues are on the hotel’s public floors. M bistro and Davenport Lounge are on the third‑floor lobby level; the Spa Café is part of The Ritz‑Carlton Spa, New Orleans.
The Ritz‑Carlton, New Orleans address is 921 Canal St, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70112. The hotel sits on the edge of the French Quarter on Canal Street, a short walk from Bourbon Street and local attractions.
- M bistro — flagship restaurant on third‑floor lobby level
- Davenport Lounge — jazz lounge on the third‑floor lobby level
- Spa Café — located within the 25,000 sq ft spa complex
M bistro — cuisine, hours and what to expect
M bistro serves Eclectic/Contemporary American fare with Creole‑Cajun‑Southern influences, highlighting seasonal meats, Gulf seafood and regional produce. The kitchen follows a farm‑to‑table approach; menu items on the hotel site include a NOLA salad, fresh Gulf fish, BBQ shrimp and regional desserts like powdered beignets.
The restaurant is set up for breakfast, lunch and dinner service and uses a Smart Casual dress code.
- Hours (structured site hours): 7:00 AM–2:00 PM and 5:30 PM–10:00 PM daily
- Weekend breakfast buffet: Saturdays and Sundays 7:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Reservations: suggested; M bistro accepts OpenTable bookings
| Venue | Hours (official structured times) | Dress Code |
|---|---|---|
| M bistro | 7:00 AM–2:00 PM; 5:30 PM–10:00 PM | Smart Casual |
| Davenport Lounge | 11:00 AM–11:00 PM (Mon–Thu & Sun); 11:00 AM–12:00 AM (Fri–Sat) | Smart Casual |
| Spa Café | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Casual |
Davenport Lounge — cocktails, jazz and Afternoon Tea
Davenport Lounge is the hotel’s jazz lounge and bar located on the third‑floor lobby level. It offers refined cocktails and scheduled live jazz led by trumpeter Jeremy Davenport and his ensemble on select evenings.
Afternoon Tea is held every Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM; reservations are required for tea service. The lounge follows a Smart Casual dress code and welcomes walk‑ins for the lounge experience while tea requires a reservation.
- Live jazz schedule (per hotel): Wed–Thu 5:30 PM–9:30 PM; Fri–Sat 8:00 PM–12:00 AM (check current schedule before visiting)
- Hours: 11:00 AM–11:00 PM Mon–Thu & Sun; 11:00 AM–12:00 AM Fri–Sat
- Afternoon Tea: Sat & Sun at 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM; reservations required
Spa Café — light meals during spa hours
The Spa Café operates daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and follows a Casual dress code. It’s intended to serve spa guests and visitors with a menu of local favorites.
If you’re visiting the spa before or after a treatment, the café is the place for lighter fare; the spa itself is open 9:00 AM–5:00 PM and includes amenities such as saunas, a cold plunge and a relaxation lounge.
- Spa Café phone (listed): +1 504-670-2929
- Spa hours and services (for planning): spa open daily 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; in‑room treatments available with 24‑hour notice
- Dress: Casual for the Spa Café; you may be coming directly from spa treatments
Practical tips for reservations, dress and accessibility
Reservations are suggested for M bistro and required for Davenport Lounge’s Afternoon Tea; OpenTable is listed as a booking method for M bistro. Walk‑ins are accepted for Davenport Lounge when not attending Tea service.
Both M bistro and Davenport Lounge are wheelchair accessible. The hotel provides complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby and 24‑hour room service if you prefer dining in your room.
- Dress code: Smart Casual for M bistro and Davenport Lounge; Casual for Spa Café
- Accessibility: restaurant and lounge wheelchair accessible; the hotel notes wheelchair‑accessible pool access and accessible registration and rooms
- If you need in‑room Wi‑Fi, Marriott Bonvoy members booking directly may receive complimentary access; other bookings may incur a daily fee
Dining with family and special needs
The Ritz‑Carlton, New Orleans is marketed as family‑friendly and welcomes guests of all ages. Children are welcome to dine at M bistro and Davenport Lounge; the hotel offers a kids’ menu and Ritz Kids programming elsewhere on property.
If you require specific dietary accommodations (vegetarian/vegan options are available) or mobility assistance, contact the concierge or your server; the property maintains accessible paths of travel and accessible amenities in public areas.
- M bistro offers weekend breakfast buffet which families often use
- Davenport Lounge’s Afternoon Tea may suit multi‑generational groups but requires reservations
- For large parties or private events, contact the hotel’s event team (the property has extensive event space across 34 rooms)
