The Spotted Cat is an intimate jazz bar is beloved by locals and visitors for its authentic live-music experience. The club hosts music every day—from traditional and modern jazz to blues, funk, and even klezmer—creating a cozy, down-to-earth atmosphere where local musicians shine. With a strict first-come, first-served policy, a one-drink minimum, and a 21+ age requirement, The Spotted Cat is a classic New Orleans listening room: small, soulful, and full of character.