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    Ernie's Cafe

    4.4 (17 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Shannon S.

    This is a great spot I was glad to discover as it was new to me along with also being near a spot I used to work at so I wish I would have known about it sooner. A husband and wife own and run this place and they are some really nice folks. They have a nice rotation of daily specials during the week and it is a pleasant place to enjoy a meal. I have only managed one visit so far to sample their burger and some fantastic onion rings but I still really want to try their daily specials which look fantastic. I am really craving their pot roast and I'm looking forward to sampling that as soon as possible. My video review of Ernie's Cafe is here: https://youtu.be/x00w_BiEOxk

    Kristina K.

    As someone who enjoys giving small businesses/ restaurants a try, I have to say this place was an absolute disappointment. My daughter was disappointed as well. There's quite a few things I could mention but the key things for me were the tiny portions, the pitiful "salad" with horrible Ranch dressing, & the completely unseasoned "platter" that I ordered. I paid $14 for 5 bland shrimp & 1 piece of fish. I did order gumbo ($6 for a very small cup) & it was actually pretty good. Not to mention, the service was moderate, considering you have to fix your own drink. The worst $22+ I've ever spent. I left still hungry.

    Got the Fried Pickles today, they were delicious, it was just what I was in the mood for

    Chicken and Sausage Gumbo.

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    Classic cafe. Sandwiches Italian and muffuletta top shelf. Great service also great. Great cheeseburger too

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    3 years ago

    Good, service, and portion sizes are all great!!! Give this locally owned business a try!!

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    7 years ago

    Great new CB place on 4th Street. Home cooking a very good price. Worth the visit. I had the roast beef Pinot and ate on it for 2 days.

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    4 years ago

    Awesome good and friendly staff. Had the penne with crawfish sauce on it with fried shrimp. It was perfect.

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    5 years ago

    Great neighborhood spot friendly staff clean and best of all, great food and reasonable prices. A variety of dishes give them a try.

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    The Vintage

    The Vintage

    4.3
    (645 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    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!

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    Uptown Coffee

    Uptown Coffee

    4.1
    (34 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    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!

    A quiet place to grab a quick bite. I've been here before and their beignets are pretty solid, the…read moreminis are great for kids. I got the frostbite today and wasn't impressed. It's supposed to be made with chicory and ice cream blended together but just tastes like watered down coffee. Not really creamy or thick at all.

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    Nite size beignets
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    Trumpet & Drum Coffee House

    Trumpet & Drum Coffee House

    4.2
    (64 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    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

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    Congregation Coffee

    Congregation Coffee

    4.2
    (12 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    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.

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    Latte! Simple, classic.
    Latte! Simple, classic.
    Pastries! When they're gone, they're gone. Fresh daily.
    Pastries! When they're gone, they're gone. Fresh daily.
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    Cafe Du Monde

    Cafe Du Monde

    4.2
    (4.7k reviews)
    4.8 mi
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    Novelty experience- a must to do on your tour of New Orleans!…read more *Cash only* I did not have cash but as southern as it gets a lovely lady in line gave me some of her spare dollars so I could try this tasty treat (chill I Venmo) I shared the classic beignets and a hot chocolate. 10/10 would go back - I went in the airport location as well

    Absolutely lived up to the hype. Beignets were soooooooooooo good. Customer service was incredibly…read morefriendly. Little hard to understand but they're doing their absolute best. Ambiance is amazing but also not so much lol. We had a shirtless and homeless drug addict next to us for about 3 minutes and no one seemed concerned enough to ask him to leave. He had been talking to his imaginary friend. Just wanting to enjoy breakfast, I did have a fun topic to explain to my kids. The bennys were delicious like I said. Hot and ready to eat. It was worth the walk! YOU NEED CASH!!!! They have an ATM there but it's still an inconvenience. I'm going to leave a 4 star for 2 reasons. 1. It's 2026....take cards lol. I like the old school vibes, but it's a pain and cost me more money to get cash. 2. At least ask the homeless dude to leave....I'm trying to eat and he's 6 feet from my family and tweaking out. It's your property, you CAN ask them to leave. It's a lack of interest by the business. Other than that, I had a fantastic time. 100% recommend.

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    Beignets (~$4) & Regular Cafe Au Lait (~$3)
    Beignets (~$4) & Regular Cafe Au Lait (~$3)
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