The Vintage - New Orleans, LA…read more The Vintage on Magazine Street was our very first food stop in New Orleans, and it turned out to be a great way for my wife and me to start our trip. From the moment we walked in, I really liked the atmosphere. The place has a cool, relaxed New Orleans vibe with a little bit of an upscale café feel without being overly fancy. It's the kind of spot where you can come in, sit down, enjoy some good food and drinks, and just take your time. Of course, we couldn't come to New Orleans and not start things off with beignets! We decided to go with the Fancy Beignet Flight, which gave us a chance to try several different flavors. We got the raspberry, s'mores, and Chantilly. They came out looking almost too good to eat, covered in powdered sugar with all the different fillings and toppings. Almost... because we definitely ate them! They were warm, sweet, messy in the best possible way, and a fun introduction to our New Orleans food adventure. For my meal, I ordered the Italian Panini with the truffle Parmesan fries. The sandwich was packed with meat, cheese, and flavor. Looking at that cross-section, they definitely weren't being stingy with the fillings! The bread was toasted nicely, and everything worked well together. The truffle fries were another highlight. They had plenty of seasoning and Parmesan and paired perfectly with the sandwich. I also grabbed a small iced mocha, which went really well with the food and especially the beignets. One thing I really enjoyed about The Vintage was the atmosphere. The interior has a lot of character, from the marble tables and vintage-style flooring to the bar and pastry display. It feels like a place that belongs on Magazine Street. It was comfortable enough that we didn't feel rushed and could just enjoy being in New Orleans together. The service was good during our visit, and everything came together for a really enjoyable first meal in the city. Our bill came to around $48 after tax and tip for the two of us, and considering we had a sandwich, upgraded fries, drinks, and the beignet flight, I thought it was a good experience for the money. Most importantly, this place gave my wife and me a great start to our New Orleans trip. When your first stop includes a loaded Italian panini, truffle Parmesan fries, iced coffee, and a whole flight of beignets, you know the trip is starting off right! Definitely a place I would visit again. Great food, great atmosphere, and a great first taste of New Orleans. 5 stars from us!

Still a New Orleans Gem - Visitor since 2018!…read more I'm updating my review as of April 2026 because it's important for visitors to know that The Vintage has absolutely "still got it." My last review was in 2020, and I'm happy to report that the quality and atmosphere remain top notch. Whether you are looking for a morning pick up or an evening wind-down, this spot covers all the bases. Their beignets and coffee are a classic must have, and I can personally vouch for their Americano. It is consistently well made and delicious. They also have a great selection of beer and cocktails if you're looking for something a bit stronger. What really sets this place apart, though, is the hospitality. We have always had great interactions with the staff, but a special shout out goes to Jimmy, whom we met this past week. He was incredibly kind and hospitable, truly making us feel right at home. Jimmy if you are reading this, THANK YOU!! If you want a spot that feels authentic, welcoming, and consistently excellent, put The Vintage at the top of your list!

If I could give 10 stars, I would! I love this place! Why…read moreare there not more alcohol coffee place in nola?! They sell an awesome - near perfect - Irish coffee that I always dream about. There is no reason not to come here and make this place popular. I don't think many people know about it. I have been about three times and there are maybe 2 or 3 other people inside. YOU NEED TO CHECK THEM OUT! They have regular coffee too. But they do not have a huge food list, it is mainly beignets - which are delicious and they make fun shapes out them to be festive - like stars for example. But who needs food, when you have alcohol coffee?! The staff are always kind and helpful. If you want to change anything up, they are more than happy to. And they make the presentation just beautiful as well. It is a great place for pre gaming prior to a meal or post gaming after a meal. They are connected to 4141 and it can be a little confusing trying to find the entrance. The bathrooms are clean, there is a fun two seater table that has like a pac man game or something similar, and there are some leather chairs and couches to sit on. This place is great and you know I will be back!

Cute little coffee shop near our AirBnB. Nice coffees and tons of sugar on our beignets! The minis…read moreare just a perfect bite and they're crispy! We are used to the softer, pillowy versions, but these were great! Very good service and the clerk was nice. Definitely worth popping in as there is a lot of parking and we didn't feel rushed at all!

If you have time for just one coffee shop in New Orleans while strolling through the Garden…read moreDistrict or Uptown, make it this one. The coffee house is the perfect match of New Orleans aesthetics and flavors. Starting with the architecture, it's housed in one of the many ornate double shotgun homes that line Magazine street. It leans into the historic aesthetic, with chandeliers, brick fireplaces, deep colors, and lots of hard wood, appearing like a quiet study or library. Be forewarned, this place can get rather busy, mostly with students studying and working. I found everyone to be respectful of the quietness of the space. On a visit at 2:00pm every interior table was full (approximately 25 tables). Hot Tip: There is a door leading to the back that states "espresso garden". We landed there, where there were 6 additional seating tables outside in a very nice space. The coffee offerings were excellent and curated. Respectful to New Orleans they use chicory in their coffee ; I am happy to have this familiar flavor but some may find it strong or bitter. I got the Tiramisu Cold Brew and the cream cut the bitterness significantly. I also ordered a savory pastry (the shroom boom) which had a crispy, flaky crust and tasted fresh. There are other coffee shops in the area; most feel very standard or corporate and don't have the richness that this location offers.

I had an awesome experience at trumpet and drum coffee house. The vibes were awesome! And the…read morecoffee was pretty good as well. I loved the interior and exterior of this shop. I had an awesome time sitting outside - they had both a front patio and a small seating area in the back of the shop. The furniture was pretty nice and comfortable. The interior had a great vibe too - I loved the overall layout and decoration. The coffee was pretty good. It was a little bit expensive, but it was pretty darn good. I got a cappuccino, it had nice rich flavor without being too intense. Service was good, it took a little bit to get our coffee, but was happy to sit outside while we waited. It was a little busy when I went, but not too bad for a weekend. Definitely would recommend & will be back

***DoorDash order***…read more My hot chai latte with their house made chai syrup and oat milk was perfect. Not too sweet, not too watery. I appreciated the care they took to pack the drink, too. The label covered the top and the sipper was taped over for safety. The gooey brownie bites with an infusion of cold brew were also very yummy. They, too, were packaged to prioritize food safety within a sealed plastic container. I really appreciated that. After such a successful delivery order, I'm keen to check out the in-person experience.

Coffee was okay. I ordered the cortado but it tasted very bitter. Kinda like they over roasted the…read morebeans. I'm will to try them again later.

Undergrowth Coffee is a chill coffeehouse, eclectic decor, friendly staff and great coffee choices.read more

Undergrowth Coffee is right next door to Ms. Mae's 24/7 dive bar. The only time I've visited…read moreUndergrowth Coffee is when I'm finishing a lovely brunch of beer at Ms. Mae's after staying up all night. So once the bright morning light is really getting intense you can stroll out of Ms. Mae's and head right into Undergrowth Coffee where they also have food but I've never gotten the food but I do get the coffee and they do have some good coffee here. So after a long nights work and some fun at Ms. Mae's it is a great thing to have a nice hot cup of coffee to chase down the Ms. Mae's breakfast beers to energize you for the walk home.

Creative menu every good service. Very cute coffee shop with a very cool vibe. The rook latte was…read moreexcellent.

We lived here for a year, and went to the rook countless times. This is without a doubt one of the…read morebest coffee shops in the town. They have a massive menu with options for everyone. Even my fiancée who is not a coffee person misses the Rook!

I'm confused about this place. Was thrilled to see them open up. The building is gorgeous and had…read morebeen standing empty for years, ever since the demise of CC's. The first drink I tried was excellent--a pumpkin spice latte with coconut or oat milk, I don't remember. The spices were on point and it was nice and frothy and perfectly sweet. It was also decaf and didn't even taste like it. The second drink I got, just last week, was a decaf pistachio and it was honestly horrendous. Worst cafe coffee I've bought in many a moon--and it was over 7 dollars for a small! It was burnt... noticeably so. Maybe no one buys enough decaf to warrant a fresh pot more than once a day, but please, for the love of God, don't serve it if the carbon has reached these levels. I couldn't even drink it. I took two sips and chucked it. Hopefully they'll eventually convince me, because it's such a cute spot and so close to home, but as of now I'm still luke warm about it.

This was our first time at the new location and we loved the ambiance and open feel. We ordered a…read morepistachio latte (half sweet) and a breve cappuccino with a raspberry danish. We loved everything. On an unfortunately negative note, the barista got very annoyed with me when I asked to have our coffee poured into mugs. They huffed and puffed, did not make eye contact with me, and made sure their body language told me they were annoyed. I'll still return here, but will make sure to ask for a mug ahead of time.

One of my friends recommended me to stop by Lower Coast Coffee since he knew that I love Matcha! I…read morehad their Blueberry Tart Matcha and it was great and super refreshing for the hot Nola weather. They also had a couple of other different diverse cold foams to choose from. The place was simple and the environment of the shop was calm, but I was able to easily find a seat to get some work done and look forward to visiting again in the near future!

Ordered a pistachio petals as a iced latte (instead of matcha)…read more This was over $9. Zero flavor of pistachio, tasted like there was 1 shot of espresso with over a full cup of milk. The "cold foam" tasted like just heavy whipping cream. Extreme rip off.

Café du Monde is one of those places you have to visit when you're in New Orleans. This historic…read moreopen-air coffee shop has been around since 1862, and the experience is very simple--beignets, coffee, and that classic French Market atmosphere. We had the beignets, and they were amazing, just as expected! Fresh, warm, and covered in powdered sugar. If you're looking for the classic New Orleans beignet experience, this is the place to get them. It's a very simple location, but that's part of its charm. Sometimes you don't need much more than a great beignet and a cup of coffee. One thing to consider: this location is cash only!

It's funny, you tell just about anyone you're going to New Orleans and almost always the first…read moreplace they bring up is Cafe Du Monde. I'd literally been told I had to go here so many times that by the time I landed in New Orleans, I pretty much made a beeline straight for this legendary cafe. This cafe is located right outside Jackson Square right off the waterfront. They are open late, as they close at either 11p or 12am every day. When we went in the middle of the afternoon, the place was very busy as it was hard to find a table in their outside patio, so we settled for a table in the indoor section(A/C SCORE!!). The ground was littered with powdered sugar as customers like myself don't always understand how to eat these beignets without making a big mess. The beignets themselves were pretty inexpensive as they cost only $4.53 for a 3-pack. I also got a large frozen coffee for $7.70. The beignets were delivered to our table very fast and very warm. The movie "Chef" says you only get your first bite of your first beignet from Cafe Du Monde once in your life and to cherish the moment and I do truly understand what they meant with that quote. These beignets were so great and that first bite with the powdered sugar explosion was so amazing-I really enjoyed the recklessness of having a beignet at Cafe Du Monde. Overall, I feel that anyone who visits New Orleans has to find their way to this legendary cafe and enjoy this dish that has been served since 1862. A really great bite!.

Sometimes the best restaurant finds are spontaneous. We were cruising down Magazine looking for a…read moretasty spot for dinner and Abyssinia presented itself, and we gave it a whirl. Five solid stars! Ethiopian cuisine is best enjoyed family style. My wife and I each ordered an entree (hers was fish based; mine was chicken), and each of our entrees came with tasty sides. And, of course, the injera bread that is part of any Ethiopian meal. We ended up with enough food to make two tasty dinners out of our meal, with the reheated dishes being just as tasty. The service was polite and prompt, and we especially enjoyed the sign that said, "when you support a small local business, you support a big dream." So true!

Abyssinia has been consistently great Ethiopian food for at least the last 10 years I've been…read moregoing. I appreciate the prompt and efficient service, I appreciate the outdoor seating, and I appreciate the communal experience of eating with friends here. Haven't had a bad thing yet, but the fish was especially tasty when we went a couple of weeks ago!