Our Lounge is conveniently located on the third floor lobby level of The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans.
We welcome Walk-Ins Daily for our Lounge. Reservations are required for Tea Service.
Live Entertainment featuring Jeremy Davenport: Known for his unique jazz style. Jeremy Davenport specializes in the storytelling standards and an entertainment style associated with the Rat Pack. He has been the featured musical guest on Food Network`s Emeril Live and has appeared on The Today Show several times along with The Travel Channel and E!.
Additional information
Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Southern
Hours of operation
Bar
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Afternoon Tea
Sat 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Sat 2:30 pm–4:30 pm
Live Entertainment Featuring Jeremy Davenport: Known for his unique jazz style. Jeremy Davenport specializes in the storytelling standards and an entertainment style associated with the Rat Pack. He has been the featured musical guest on Food Network`s Emeril Live and has appeared on The Today Show several times along with The Travel Channel and E!. Wednesday - Thursday - Jeremy Davenport (5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.) Friday - Saturday: Jeremy Davenport (9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
The Ritz-Carlton Tea Service: Delicate sandwiches and petite pastries are served with your selection of freshly infused tea by Palais des Thés. $55 per person (not inclusive of taxes or gratuities) $45 per guest under 12 (children friendly menu available upon request/not inclusive of taxes or gratuities) The Royal Tea Service Our Ritz-Carlton Tea Service plus a glass of our house champagne $65 per person (not inclusive of taxes or gratuities)
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.0
4 based on recent ratings
4.3Food
4Service
4.1Ambience
3.7Value
Noise • Moderate
134 Reviews
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Michelle
Toronto
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 1
Food 1
Service 1
Ambience 1
The worst tea I have ever been too!!! The food, service, and atmosphere were beyond bad. The table was too small that we had to put our food on the floor. We waited for over an hour to be served anything. They did not separate the tea crowd from the bar crowd. It was like being at a bar before a Saints Game. They had no parking onsite. They also gave themselves a 22% tip!!!
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ERICA
New Orleans
21 reviews
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
Overall 3
Food 2
Service 5
Ambience 5
This was an outing for the family for the holiday tea. I would not recommend the holiday tea, although I have dined and had drinks at the Davenport lounge outside of this event and it has been spectacular. 
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Erica
New Orleans
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 4
Ambience 3
In the past we have enjoyed the Ritz Carlton tea over others for many reasons. This years fell subpar. We could not vallet park as we did in the past. Had to park and walk a few blocks in heels and dresses. The food was old, could tell it had been sitting awhile. The waitress was kind but way to busy which made us have a tremendous wait from time to time. I miss the times of good service and for the price point along with this year's experience, may not return.
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Angelle
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great service! We were disappointed that Papa Noel did not provide a sussie gift to our daughter as in years past. However, the kitchen was able to accommodate my gluten and dairy intolerance. The substitutions were so tasty!
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Mary
New Orleans
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
Overall 1
Food 2
Service 2
Ambience 1
Tea is supposed to be serene and relaxing. It’s in the bar area also. So noisy really bothered us. I suffer from anxiety and it really messed with it. We would not go back at all. The service was slow. Tea was cold. They messed my nieces kids tea order. So they told her she could order off the bar menu. Really chicken fingers at a tea??? We will not being going back and will be going to the Windsor Clutt next Christmas for tea. Would not recommend at all!!
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Alexis
VIP
Tampa
33 reviews
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 3
Ambience 4
We did afternoon tea. Didn’t get tea until 45 mins after reservation time. Tea cooled way too quick too. Food options were tasty. Kid menu was good. All food was good. Service was just very very slow. Even for tea. Harpist was very nice. Mocktails were very good.
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Mia
Mississippi
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 5
Such a lovingly high tea experience with friends. Will definitely do this again.
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Tara
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The entire experience was outstanding!!
From start to finish the afternoon was relaxing, fun and filled with memory making moments. The Royal Tea is amazing.
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Meghan
Columbus
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2024
Overall 1
Food 4
Service 1
Ambience 1
I had eagerly anticipated afternoon tea at the Ritz-Carlton, booking months in advance for what we hoped would be a highlight of our vacation. Unfortunately, the experience was a profound disappointment, failing to meet even basic expectations.
To begin, the ambiance was utterly unsuitable for a relaxing tea service. Despite the presence of a harpist, her music was overwhelmed by loud chatter from the adjoining bar and those indulging in a continental breakfast. A proper partition between the bar and the lounge could have created the calm, elegant setting one would expect at an establishment like the Ritz-Carlton.
Our reservation was for 11:00 AM, and we were seated promptly. However, that is where the attentiveness ended. Our server approached us at 11:07 AM to take our tea and champagne orders. At 11:30 AM, he brought our champagne – but only managed to fill our glasses halfway, as he ran out. We assumed he’d return with the rest, yet he never did. By 11:45 AM, I had to approach the host stand to request his return and inquire when our tea might finally arrive. It wasn’t until noon that we were finally served tea, though the champagne remained elusive.
Our champagne was finally topped off 15 minutes later, and it wasn’t until 12:45 PM – nearly two hours after we were seated – that the long-awaited three tiers of food arrived. The food itself was passable but lacked essential accompaniments; notably, the scones were served without any butter or clotted cream.
To add insult to injury, shortly after receiving the food, our check was presented at 12:48 PM – a premature end to what should have been a leisurely experience. Despite the abysmal service, no portion of the meal was comped, and we were automatically charged a 22% gratuity for service that was practically nonexistent.
This afternoon tea was a regrettable experience. For a luxury establishment, we expected a memorable experience – unfortunately, it was memorable for all the wrong reasons.
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Maddison
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Incredible service, wonderful experience. The serving sizes could be a bit larger for the price (especially for allergen accommodation menus), but otherwise absolutely delightful! Will absolutely return
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FAQs
The Davenport Lounge is rated 4 stars by 134 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Bar
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Afternoon Tea
Sat 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Sat 2:30 pm–4:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Thierry Connault
Entertainment
Live Entertainment Featuring Jeremy Davenport: Known for his unique jazz style. Jeremy Davenport specializes in the storytelling standards and an entertainment style associated with the Rat Pack. He has been the featured musical guest on Food Network`s Emeril Live and has appeared on The Today Show several times along with The Travel Channel and E!. Wednesday - Thursday - Jeremy Davenport (5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.) Friday - Saturday: Jeremy Davenport (9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
