Stopped in for a break from the sun. Really enjoyed the aesthetic and the iced tea. Very child friendly including kid friendly bathroom accommodations and chalkboard. The WiFi worked well and the atmosphere was quiet enough for studying or working. read more

10/10 for coffee and service, 0/10 for the new breakfast sandwich. Let me preface this with I love breakfast sandwiches, they are my jam, I go out of my way to find them or make them. I used to LOVE Congregation's breakfast sandwich - it was on a delicious hearty biscuit with pickled red onions, Tabasco mayo, and of course, eggs. It slapped! This new one is wildly different from the old one, unrecognizable really. They're now using a brioche bun instead of the biscuit, but brioche doesn't hold up to the weight of the eggs. They are also now adding what I think is a slice of American cheese which is wrapped inside the eggs, read gooey, it feels like an afterthought. Pickled red onions win out over pickled greens imo. This new breakfast sandwich is $12 vs the old price of $8.50.. I understand inflation and I'd gladly pay $12 for the OG sandwich, but not for this sad sammy. Might come back for coffee on occasion, but will be holding off on food until the return of the old (or something similar to it) breakfast sandwich. read more

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What's more important to you? Passionate owners? Friendly staff? Awesome atmosphere? Maybe just the coffee? Pastries need to be spot on? Well, good news. Congregation appears to have it all, in spades. It's also enjoyable to meet the roasters, look at the operation, and their open air store layout invites the questions and learning. It's rare and it's fun! The coffee is terrific too! read more

Congregation Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

GOOD latte. Beautiful space. Beautiful merchandise, too--I had to resist buying a $16 mug. I was heartbroken that there was no blueberry lavender honey pie today. But I'll be back whenever I'm in the area. read more

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Roasted in house by the owner himself. Young, nice guy. Good energy. Patient in circumstance. Helpful in recommendations. His place is comfortable and inviting. Now for the coffee part... several choices of home roasted beans. They have everything from bold with nutty notes to smooth with sweet undertones and can customize anything. We are coffee snobs and found Congregation all the way from Dallas. It certainly did not disappoint and will always come back here on our weekenders. read more

This is yet another fantastic stop for specialty coffee lovers. We were very warmly welcomed by Josh, who previously worked at the NOLA Stumptown amongst many other roles in the coffee industry. It was great to chat to him and learn about his experiences and take on the NOLA coffee scene as it compares to different regions. This place offers fantastic coffee, and we were nicely gifted a free drink and a taste of their one-of-a-kind nitro sweet tea. We will absolutely be back. read more

Take out only currently. Coffee decent. Staff monosyllabic. Not serving food today. Bagel stale, tepidly "toasted" at best. No cream cheese at all. The menu on the Facebook page looked tasty, so maybe I'll call ahead one day and try again. read more

Easy place to miss if your looking for a sign. Located in Algiers Point , Congregation has pretty good espresso and Espresso beverages. Interior is kind of bare bones in decor , however coffee makes up for it.3 or 4 tables outside to enjoy your beverage of choice and good place to buy whole beans ground to order. read more

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Cutest spot in Algiers. Went there for a brunch pop up with chef Mac. That biscuit was delicious. My kids love their carrot cake. read more

Congregation Coffee - Biscuit with swamp gravy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

My 3 year old loved the atmosphere here. We took a ferry from Canal St to Algiers and walked to this coffee shop. Mom and dad enjoyed the iced coffee while Our girl colored on the chalkboard. We each got a pastry. Snickerdoodle and Chocolate cookie were amazing, but the best was the cinnamon roll. Omg. It looked dry, but it was not. It was perfect and flaky and gooey. I will dream of it. Also, the shop was empty, so it was nice to sit and drink coffee while my daughter was happily playing. Also, the bathrooms were thoughtfully kid friendly! Step stool to the sink. Easy access to the soap that little arms can reach. It is a mom's sanctuary. read more

4/5 sunny and friendly i'm not sure why, but this coffee shop/roaster occupies my imagination. i find myself thinking about when i may find myself across the river again and whether i should wander towards the point to potentially come into proximity for an iced coffee here. i stumbled in one weekend and it was quiet and bright, perfect for knocking out a quick project at the long table. i didn't try food this day, but they were offering what seemed to be an ambitious brisket sammy w/ chimichurri, so it's a serious kitchen. i think they have super cute merchandise, especially that pastel-y green alligator mug! so clever. they also roast frequently as they as a small operation, but that's great because it means it's all fresh. there are little nooks and toys for the kiddos. the thing that probably got me the most about all this was the little diaper station in the restroom - with diapers! i assume that's there for parents who may have forgotten one, and it's just such a nice gesture that says, "hey community, come on in!" read more

Food was great, atmosphere was great, coffee was strong, and the young lady taking orders was extremely rude & unfriendly...when she wasn't glued to her phone at the counter. Two other guys there were great and friendly. Great atmosphere for kids. read more

I love some good local coffee, probably more than the average Joe. This place exceeded my expectations as far as taste was concerned -- I was in the mood for a dirty chai, and damn if this isnt the best one I've had; I'm sure I said something similar about another local shop, but this specific chai was so balanced I could hardly make myself drink it slow. No idea where the rum raisin cinnamon roll came from, but even at room temp it was soft and yummy and choc full of raisins that tasted like they had definitely been soaked in rum! Cant wait to make this a regular hiding spot for reading and writing, and to purchase some yummy bags of beans! Made with love, best in the city bar far! read more

Aside from having amazing coffee, it's a great spot to go with kids because their bathroom is completely equipped for diaper changing or for potty training kids and they have a spot children to play with games and chalk read more

Congregation Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Just a notice to others: they are apparently closed after 10am now due to not having air conditioning????? 3 stars since they were closed and I didn't get to actually try their coffee. read more

Ok so first off, this place is so cute and hip and stylish it feels like you're on Magazine. Don't go ordering some basic white girl drink here though, or the barista will totally embarass you (I know from personal experience) there are no flavored syrups, no pumpkin spice, and no venti caramel brulée syrupy sweet anything. All they serve is just straight old-school coffee, and it's totally delicious. Iced, hot, cafe au lait, everything I've had from this place has been fantastic. There's outdoor seating and the ambiance/music inside is spot-on. There's also a small menu of pastries, toasts, and other baked stuff. All I've had from the menu was a baguette with herbed butter and gruyere, but it was totally great. Only thing they could improve would be customer service, there's just one barista that is consistently unfriendly, I'm not sure of her name but she is a definite debby-downer... read more

Congregation Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

They roast their own beans. The coffee is smooth. Just rich enough. Very happy I opted for the large iced coffee now. And Algiers is a perfect quiet morning escape from the touristy quarter. So glad we took the $2 ferry over and the local bar patrons told us to go here. Fantastic gem of a find. read more

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This unassuming coffee shop in Algiers Point is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the French Quarter. Take a second, kick up your feet, and enjoy a delicious savory pastry and some really excellent coffee. The real star of the show is their mugs which are well made and just look great. Well worth the visit! read more

Great Kenya cold press coffee. A hidden Gem. Great pastries to support the coffee. Interior is very modern and whole store is amazingly clean. Do not let the exterior stop you from enjoying this amazing store. read more

Congregation Coffee - Great Kenya cold press - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This is a cool place. The coffee is great, the atmosphere is fun and the staff are friendly, especially Ellen. We're staying down in this area for three nights, we'll be back. read more

We stumbled upon Congregation coffee while staying at the Eliza Jane hotel on Magazine St. this weekend, the hotel restaurant Couvant serves it. Well, my husband & I loved it so much, we drove over to the Congregation coffee shop in Algiers and are SO glad we did! The shop is in the cutest building with old stained glass windows. Algiers is adorable too...From the French quarter you can drive, Uber or take the ferry to Algiers, maybe 15-20 minutes - definately worth the trip! The coffee shop is buzzing with locals & their pups in the morning. We bought some beans and cold brew to take home to Memphis with us. Love their cute logo mugs! Had to buy one :) the folks running the shop are adorable. Looking forward to making it my go to coffee shop while in NOLA! read more

Congregation Coffee - Cutest coffee mug EVER! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I had a cortado and the grits bowl and both exceeded my expectations. Beans are roasted in-house and the barista was skillful in making my drink. The grits bowl is one of the few dishes I've eaten that I find myself craving because it was well-balanced and interesting. Nice location, fair ambiance inside with some classics playing, and speedy service really we're the icing on the cake. Definitely worth a try! read more

Breakfast Sandwich was awesome as well as the shakshuka. Both just incredibly tasty. The storefront is chill and relaxing. Everyone was friendly and the place was tidy and clean. Enjoy! read more

Ahhhhhmazing! So excited to have a craft coffee spot on the westbank. First off, they have great hours; who opens at 7am on a Sunday...this place! The coffee is so smooth and tasty. They take their time to make the perfect coffee drink and it is clear they use high quality products. The space is also really cool. It's a large open space with communal seating and offers some outdoor seating as well. Wonderful addition; can't wait to return! read more

BEST ESPRESSO IN NEW ORLEANS. PERIOD. Yes, the caps were necessary. I feel this strongly about their quality product. And I can't express how thrilled I am that it's located just blocks from my home! Normally, I'd have to travel to HiVolt or a rando Starbucks. But now that I've tasted the bliss served up at Congregation I will no longer need to waste gas for a great latte - yes, I'm basic and proud. Voted best NOLA neighborhood now has best coffee joint. 'Bout damn time. read more

Congregation Coffee - Adorable merchandise for grabs at Congregation Coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Good quality coffee. Breakfast on the weekends is delish too. Our go to every time we go to New Orleans. It has been hard finding a good coffee roaster shop ever since moving from San Diego, Ca. Your unique coffee and atmosphere makes us feel at home because we value uniqueness and quality. Thank you. read more

My husband likes to Google, "Hipster Coffee" for any place we travel to and then picks a few cafes to try that he thinks I will love. While I am reluctant to be categorized as a hipster, his picks are inevitably on point every time. It was this process which brought us to Congregation Coffee. We were staying in downtown NOLA and took the ferry over to Algiers to check this place out. It is a short walk from the ferry terminal. When we walked in, the place was fairly busy for a Saturday morning. We were promptly greeted by a young lady working the register and a young man working the espresso bar. Both were very friendly and engaging. I got an iced coffee and my husband ordered an iced americano. I asked about vegan pasties/treats and was told they while they do sometimes have a bigger variety, on this particular day they just had a rice pudding which was vegan. While I would normally pass on rice pudding (had to suffer through a lot of mediocre rice pudding during late night visits to Jersey diners in my late 20s), both baristas were excited to recommend it, so I decided to give it a try. Our drinks were out in no time at all and the rice pudding was ready right after that. The iced coffee was solid, although does not appear to be done in a "cold brew" style. My husband, a decaf drinker for health reasons, was pleased with his iced decaf americano. And the rice pudding was surprisingly good. Who knew? We sat at a table outside in the sun and had a relaxing visit. If we lived in the neighborhood, I could easily imagine walking over any day I had some time to kill, getting a cup of coffee, sitting with a book, and having a lovely time. read more

Two things stood out to me with Congregation. One, they offer their beans in a variety of sizes. For someone out of town and visiting, the 4oz bag was the perfect price and size. I haven't seen something like this at any other coffee shop, and I really appreciated it. Second, the place was pretty kid friendly, something I'm not used to seeing with Third Wave coffee shops. They had a kids area and the bathroom was equipped with a hip changing table, diapers, and wipes. I've rarely seen such a commitment to helping folks with kids and babies feel comfortable. Much appreciated. read more

I heard that the coffee shop had boudin, really? I bought one of the BEST boudin links I have ever had! I have eaten much boudin throughout the state, both on the trail and off. The balance was terrific! Great flavor, spice, texture and overall quality. Oh, and the pickled cauliflower was a perfect accompaniment. read more

The coffee was good but the service was great!! I just love friendly service! Steven (Stephen) was so friendly. He gave us info on the local houses and made my group of 5 feel at home in the establishment. My cafe au lait was delicious. I loved the little design in the foam. It's the little things the environment was quaint and inviting. A definite asset to Algiers. read more

Natural processed cold brewed Peruvian was fabulous. We were there with our daughter (she drank milk and fresh lemonade) and relaxed, wrote, and drew to the smell of fresh roasted coffee. Perfect way to spend an afternoon. read more

Amazing coffee and great customer service! We found this gem within walking distance from our Airbnb in Algiers. I tried a latte with almond milk and it was delish! They were offering day-old muffins for a discount, so I tried a banana one and it was yummy, as well! Really cute space in an old building! read more

Great coffee and pastries in a cozy and very functional space run by great people. Nice simple touches such as a blackboard and kids seating area or the fancy diaper changing table in the bathroom show the attention to detail present in everything these people do. Exactly what this neighborhood needed. The curried cauliflower sardine salad i had today was one of the best things I ever ate as an adult. Ever! Anywhere! Other food highlights: the Boudainwhich, crispy rice pudding, superfresh croissants, the tartines and the breakfast grits ham and collard greens dish. Each batch of coffee they roast is tested and the perfect balance is found through countless tastings. And they are more than happy to show the intricacies of their roasting machine to those interested. The results in the form of espresso drinks or brewed coffee are simply amazing. Disclaimer: having my own drawer in the place, labeled with my name, has in now way affected the objectivity of my review ;-) read more

Great little coffee roaster and coffee house in Algiers Point.

Super happy to find high quality coffee company in the Point. I came here for coffee when I found out Crown and Anchor didn't have any coffee. Delighted to find this spot. read more

Cute little coffee shop. I took the ferry from New Orleans to Algiers Point. I found this little gem and has some delicious coffee.

Delicious coffee and housemade boudin. Docked one star for unfriendly service. A smile wouldn't kill anyone.

Amazing coffee. The best I've had in a very long time. And in real porcelain and silverware, not disposable cups. This might be the best coffee shop I've ever been in, and I've worked in coffee shops. 100% recommend. read more

Super cute industrial setting in the chill Algiers district. Friendly staff and perhaps the best espresso drinks in NOLA. Worth the trip from any other part of town! read more

I don't usually drink coffee, but the flavor of their coffee was probably the smoothest and tastiest I've had. The food here is really delicious. I love the boudin and the grits and greens were fantastic. Every other thing I've ever gotten from there has also been very good. The prices feel reasonable for the great quality you are getting. read more