The best cafes in St. Tammany Parish

From entrée-sized salads and unique grilled sandwiches to pastas and daily breakfast, Coffee Rani - Mandeville nails that fresh, veggie-friendly comfort, using quality ingredients and buying local when possible. Sunday brunch is a neighborhood favorite, and finishing with dessert plus a frozen latte never hurts.

From the Mandeville newsletter, October 21, 2026

Tucked inside Whole Foods Market Mandeville, WFM Coffee Bar offers a full-service setup with roasts on deck and drinks made to order, perfect for that pre or post grocery pick-me-up. Settle into the café seating and sip while planning dinner victory laps.

From the Mandeville newsletter, October 14, 2026

From over 200 teas to scones with proper clotted cream, The English Tea Room & Eatery nails cozy comfort and classic bites. Pop in for high tea with finger sandwiches or a brunchy Eggs Benedict, then linger like you’ve got a novel to finish.

From the Covington newsletter, October 14, 2026

Tournesol Cafe and Bakery is turning out artisan breads, flaky croissants, and sweets like Gâteau Basque and chocolate éclairs. Chef Carlos B. Sanchez, who oversaw La Boulangerie’s bread program, also does a solid BBQ brisket on challah, grilled eggplant ciabatta, seasonal soups, and quiche for easy lunch runs.

From the Covington newsletter, October 8, 2026

Tandem Coffee and Cocktails is your downtown Mandeville spot near the lakefront for a latte before work or a custom cocktail after, with an event calendar, a Tandem Book Club, catering, and space to host backyard or backroom gatherings.

From the Mandeville newsletter, October 6, 2026

Equal parts neighborhood hangout and all-day café, Haven Coffee and Cocktails roasts specialty beans, pulls clean shots, and shakes up thoughtful drinks alongside craft bites. Downtown Covington folks pop in for espresso, stay for a cocktail, then end up asking about the next live music night.

From the Covington newsletter, October 22, 2026

Settled into a 19th-century cottage with a string-lit courtyard, The Bean pours locally roasted Flamjeaux coffee and turns out scratch-made breakfasts, soups from Stefani’s stove, and pastries worth lingering over.

From the Mandeville newsletter, October 1, 2026

New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.

New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.

New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.

New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.

New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.

Elderbrew Cafe brings a storybook vibe to your caffeine routine with premium coffee, vibrant loaded teas, creamy milkshakes, and fresh bagels, pastries, and breakfast sandwiches.

From the Slidell newsletter, September 7, 2026

New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.

New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.

New Orleans-born chain for house-roasted coffee, organic teas, blended drinks & pastries.