Just off the Port Orleans French Quarter main lobby you are invited to relax in the jazzy Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge. Memorabilia from the great jazz musicians lines the walls, setting the tone for a laid-back evening. You can take in your favourite cocktail or specialty drink and enjoy Scat Cat’s snacks and appetizers.

When the ‘Hurricane’ cocktail is mentioned, New Orleans should come to mind. The Hurricane originated in New Orleans during World War II because of the whiskey shortage; rum was plentiful though, and it became the platform for a great number of fun and unique combinations. The lounge’s special Hurricanes are poured into a hurricane lamp shaded glass, which distinguishes the presentation, while tickling the palate with bountiful flavours.

On Tuesday 1st October 2019, Scat Cat’s re-opened as a newly re-imagined two-location venue, split between this larger bar/lounge in the space that originally used to be occupied by Bonfamille's table-service restaurant, and a new Café area serving coffees and beignets adjacent to the main Lobby (where the original lounge/bar was located).

Currently the “Jazz Fusion Band” performs several half-hour sets on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, the first set commencing at 7:30pm.

History

Tom Casey, resident musician at Scat Cat’s Club from 19 July 2013 until the end of March 2015

The multi-talented Elliot Dyson, French Quarter’s long-time resident musician until May 2013

Tom Casey performed at Scat Cat’s from 19 July 2013 until the end of March 2015, playing a mixture of lounge classics and guest requests. Prior to that, French Quarter’s long-time resident musician was the multi-talented saxophonist and vocalist Elliot Dyson who was let go at the end of May 2013 due to an extended closure during lobby refurbishment work. Another singer named Andy Burr had a semi-regular slot for a few months too.

More recently you would have found Jason Thomas and Billy Varnes, two members of the fabulous Off Kilter rock band which used to perform in Epcot’s Canada pavilion, sometimes joined by Mulch, Sweat & Shears’ Greg Hayworth. Sadly Jason and Billy’s four-year tenure at Scat Cat’s Club came to an end on Sunday 29 September 2019 with the transition to the new split-location venue. This is a real shame as the boys had worked hard to build up a great reputation and a loyal following. Good luck with your next gig, wherever that may be, you will be sadly missed at the Port.

The featured music for the new Scat Cat’s Club Lounge was initially a four or five piece jazz band with a singer, playing five nights a week (Thursday – Monday) but from early 2020 you could experience a jazz quartet called “Big Ezee Swag” three nights a week. Currently the evening entertainment is provided the the Jazz Fusion Quartet, playing four nights a week (Thursday-Sunday).

Lounge Opening Hours: 5pm – midnight. Bar Snacks 5pm – 10pm. Live music from 7:30pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Thursday was added as from January 2025). May open earlier if the pool bar has to be closed due to inclement weather.

Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge Menu

Menu Details Verified 18 May 2024
 
These items are in addition to Disney’s regular bar drinks & cocktails menu, which is available at all lounge bars on property.
(All selections and prices are subject to change at any time)
 

Specialty Cocktails
Syncopation Shift Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Bayou Silver Rum, Cruzan Mango Rum, and Midori Melon Liqueur with Pineapple Juice and a souvenir Glow Cube Not included in Dining Plan	$16
Hurricane Bayou Silver Rum, Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum, Orange, Pineapple and Lime Juices with Grenadine and a float of Myers’s Dark Rum	$15
Sazerac Knob Creek Rye Whiskey, Agave Nectar, and Peychaud’s Bitters with a splash of Pernod	$16
Bebop Bloody Mary Absolut Vodka, Spicy Bloody Mary Mix, Shrimp, Andouille Sausage, and Celery Not included in Dining Plan	$16
Bourbon Peach Tea Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon and Bols Peach Schnapps Liqueur with Fresh-brewed Sweet Tea	$17
Whisky Sour Maker’s Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Lemon Juice, and Pure Cane Sugar with a float of Fess Parker Big Easy Red Blend	$16
The Big Easy Sangria Big Easy Red Blend Wine, Bayou Satsuma Rum Liqueur, Topped with Sprite, Garnished with Fruit	$9.75?
Bayou Rum Flight Silver, Spiced, Select, and Satsuma Bayou Rums	$11.75?
Draft Beer
Abita Amber Munich-style lager brewed with crystal malt and Perle hops. Smooth, malty, slightly caramel flavor, and a rich amber color.	$10.50
Abita Turbodog Dark brown ale brewed with Willamette hops and a combination of British pale, crystal and chocolate malts, giving it a rich body and a sweet chocolate-toffee-like flavor.	$10.50
Bud Light Brewed using a blend of premium aroma hop varieties, both American-grown and imported, and a combination of barley malts and rice.
Abita Purple Haze is a crisp, American-style wheat beer with raspberries, which provide the lager with a subtle purple coloration and haze, a fruity aroma, and a tartly sweet taste.
Sample all three with an Abita Beer Flight
Appetizers Menu Details Verified 26 March 2025 Available for your enjoyment from 5pm–10pm
Andouille Nachos Andouille and Red Bean Chili, Cheese Sauce, Trinity Pico, and Sour Cream on Corn Tortilla Chips	$15
Pimento Cheese Fritters House-made Pimento Cheese Fritters with Pepper Jelly	$12
Cajun Shrimp Cajun-spiced Peel-n-Eat Shrimp with Rémoulade	$25
Tempura Calamari and Shrimp Tossed with Pickled Vegetable and Spicy Herb Dressing	$16
Barbecued Wings Tossed in Sweet-and-Spicy Barbecue Sauce and served with Carrots and Celery	$16
Artichoke Cake ⚘ with Roasted Red Pepper Rémoulade and Cajun Trinity Slaw	$12
Baton Rouge Beignets Two Beignets jazzed up with Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur This item is prepared with alcohol and can only be ordered by Guests 21 years of age and older. Not included in Dining Plan	$12.99
Gumbo Poutine French Fries loaded with Gumbo, Cheese Curds, and Cheese Sauce	$12
Shrimp Beignet Po’Boy Beignet with Fried Shrimp, Lettuce, Tomato, Cajun Rémoulade, and House-made Pickles served with Potato Chips	$15
Spinach and Artichoke Dip ⚘ Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Creamy Cashew “Cheese” served with Corn Tortilla Chips	$14
Chicken and Waffles Tender Cajun Chicken Bites, Waffle Crisps, Buttermilk Ranch, and Candied Bacon	$11
Sassagoula Crab Dip Bagel Chips, Cornichons	$12
Crawfish Étouffée Tender Crawfish Tails, Spicy Shellfish Stew, Steamed Rice	$14
Mardi Gras Mac and Cheese Gulf Shrimp, Andouille Sausage, Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Cornbread Crumble	$13
Bayou Brisket Sliders Smoked Brisket, Tomato Jam, Pimiento Cheese, and House Chips	$12
⚘ Made without animal meat, dairy, eggs, and honey. Taxes and gratuities not included An 18% service charge will be added for parties of 6 or more

 
 

Seasonal Specials

There are sometimess additional Seasonal items. A few historical examples:

Christmas 2024
Gingerbread Martini Grey Goose Vodka, RumChala Liqueur, and Gingerbread Spice featuring a rim of Gingerbread from the Resort Bakery	$17.50