The best cafes in New Orleans

4 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Donuts & breakfast all day, plus Cajun lunch bites, all in a '70s-era diner with counter seating.

5024 Westbank Expy (Marrero)

“Donuts & breakfast all day, plus Cajun lunch bites, all in a '70s-era diner with counter seating.”

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Royal Roastery

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Coffee shop, roasting beans in-house, featuring spices, chocolate candies and Middle Eastern treats.

1180 Terry Pkwy Ste 103 (Terrytown)

“Coffee shop, roasting beans in-house, featuring spices, chocolate candies and Middle Eastern treats.”

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J'aime Le Café Marrero

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Small coffeehouse in the middle of a shopping center offering coffee, breakfast items & sandwiches.

1977 Barataria Blvd (Marrero)

“Small coffeehouse in the middle of a shopping center offering coffee, breakfast items & sandwiches.”

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NOLA Cat Lounge

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Need a low-stress reset that actually works? NOLA Cat Lounge blends Mardi Gras charm with 20+ adoptable rescue cats, a cozy space to…

1029 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd Ste A-2 · ✓ checked Jul 31

“Need a low-stress reset that actually works? NOLA Cat Lounge blends Mardi Gras charm with 20+ adoptable rescue cats, a cozy space to decompress, snap some wholesome pics, help socialize local kitties, and maybe accidentally pick out your next roommate. The purrs are therapeutic, the mission is legit.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 7, 2026

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