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Jimmy J's Cafe

4.2 (2.5k reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Happy hour specials

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Eggs Lafitte
Lorine M.

Wow this place is a gem! Inside super cute and small tables around for two to four seats. Service top notch sat immediately and given tons of drink selections. The menu is full of choices, indicator say the Monte Cristo was a speciality. Portions were perfect for the price, did not feel overfull. Great great breakfast!!!!

Menu 9/25
Summer D.

Average. Ticked I wasted a breakfast here. Very small spot. Like maybe 30 folks can fit. Good news is that they allow you order single items so you can order multiple things to try. Service started n ended rushed. We got there about an hour before close. Everyone of the stuff acted like they wanted out of there. We ordered a pancake, half order biscuits n gravy, half order french toast, bacon, eggs. Nothing stood out. I don't know what is in that sausage gravy but it tasted like straight flour to me. Bacon was decent and the banana foster french toast was just ok. The check was brought as soon as she put the plates down. I was planning to get a cocktail to go. Heck with her. Less tip for her. Too many great places to eat n better service. One is right next door. Hint hint daisy duke. Worst breakfast of the trip. Keep walking.

hangover poboy
Allison C.

Jimmy J's Cafe is a small little cafe on a random little street. I'm so glad I found it on yelp! We ordered the Hangover po boy, dirty south bowl, and Espresso martini. The espresso martini was not on the physical menu, but I saw it on a list of drinks on their wall. Maybe it was just intended to be artwork, because what I got was NOT an espresso martini. It was still good though, just totally different flavor. The bartender said she used Vanilla Vodka, Cold brew, Carolans (kind of like a baileys), and chocolate syrup. It got the job done. The dirty south bowl was AMAZING! I was full, but couldn't stop eating it! Just thinking about it, I want more. Everything was cooked well. The potatoes were just the right amount of soft inside and crunchy outside. I could literally drink the sauce it was so flavorful. The hangover poboy was good. I only had a bite, but my husband devoured it. The staff was friendly and attentive. I would definitely recommend this place. There are so many foods I would want to come back and try. For example one of their many French toasts, Poboys, or their shrimp and grits.

Shrimp and Grits Plate
The Vinki Bell S.

SOOOO GOOD OMG i will DEFINITELY be back. great service as well! loved the experience

Eggs Lafitte
Dane S.

I'm a fervent fan of ratatouille, and was greatly looking forward to a breakfast with a side of ratatouille. The Eggs Lafitte does NOT come with a side of ratatouille. That was a sad disappointment for me. I pointed out this discrepancy to the server but she was unconcerned. Boo.

Crab Cake Benedict
Wayne D.

Seems quite a lot of dough in the crab cake. Egg is cooked well. Interesting interior design. Not too busy on a weekday morning.

Dirty South Bowl
Janay D.

Jimmy J's Café is hands down one of my favorite spots in New Orleans! Nestled on a little side street, this gem is packed with flavor and hospitality. Every time I visit, the staff is warm and welcoming, making it feel like home. Giving old French quarter vibes. This time, I tried the Dirty South Bowl--shrimp, andouille sausage, and breakfast potatoes smothered in a rich garlic cream sauce and topped with Parmesan. Let me tell you, that cream sauce had me licking my fingers! Every bite was packed with bold, comforting flavors that scream Southern goodness. Jimmy J's is truly one of the French Quarter's best-kept secrets. If you haven't been yet, you're missing out!

Breakfast nachos
Jason J.

Get the breakfast nachos. I never knew this was a thing I needed in my life but it is apparently. This is NOT a health food place so..... keep that in mind. The breakfast sandwich is also good or try the fruity pebble French toast. Just a small little place with not much seating but we never have a problem getting in and the service has always been good for us.

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Garrett Z.

Context: We were in New Orleans with friends for a quick weekend trip in January 2024. It was our last day and we were looking for a brunch spot before we all flew home later in the day. We happened to walk by this place by chance and I am so glad we did. This place was the best restaurant we hit up while in NOLA and probably one of the best experiences of 2024, hands down. Food and drink: The food here is soul food cooked with love and it is so amazing. Our table all settled on different things so I was able to see a different variety of dishes. From tasty looking omelets and breakfast bowls to decadent french toast (I had the bananas foster french toast, AMAZING), everything I sampled was so good. I honestly will go back to this place to try another french toast dish - Fruity Pebbles, banana bread, Captain Crunch...how do I choose?! Coffee was NOLA strong, just the way I like it. If you are looking for a boozy brunch, they have a small bar that whips up classics like Irish Coffee or Mimosas. Service: Super-fast and super friendly. All the waitresses had a nickname and they chatted with every table like it were family. Our group had a great time teasing and joking around with the ladies. They kept up the whole time and made the whole experience that much more enjoyable. Seriously, some of the best service I have ever had in my life - no kidding. Price: Prices were very competitive for this place being downtown. There was a line to get a table and now I know why. Great food, great service, and great prices. Portions were just right and you didn't leave hungry at all. My consensus: This is a must stop while in New Orleans even if you are not a fan of brunch or breakfast. Seriously, you can't miss this place. Compared to some of the other well known brunch options in the area, I would always choose this place over them. I will be in town next summer and I know where I am going for breakfast. Banana bread french toast, here I come!

Jordan G.

Jimmy J's is a hidden gem tucked away in a unassuming spot - the quintessential hole-in-the-wall joint that punches way above its weight in flavor. We stumbled upon it on a whim and got incredibly lucky with zero wait time, which made the whole experience even better. The food was straightforward but delicious; everything we ordered hit the spot with fresh ingredients and solid portions. Service was impressively quick and friendly, without feeling rushed. If you're in the mood for no-frills, satisfying eats in a cozy, low-key setting, this place delivers. Highly recommend for a quick bite! 4.5/5 stars.

Bacon Bloody Mary

Delicious food. Small little hole in the wall with great hospitality. Definitely reccomend checking this place out if it's your first time in nola or a local!

Breakfast bowl
William G.

We found this spot while walking toward Sax Fifth Ave from Royal Sonesta hotel. There was outdoor seating but little too breezy on this morning so dined inside. We were just looking for a quick breakfast bite. My wife says after the fact that our waitress had rotten teeth but I didn't even notice, she was attending and got us in and out. I was very happy with my order scrumptious, affordable, filling. I commented to my wife that I would return if given the chance.

Shrimp Po-boy
Amanda W.

The restaurant is small but cute. Service was fine. My issue with the restaurant was the crab cake. I'm use to lump crab meat in my crab cakes. Call me crazy but that's a standard I will always have. So visiting another state we had to see what New Orleans crab cakes have to offer. It's probably my mistake for trying the crab cake at this establishment but it was missing the crab. I was so disappointed I had to ask google what's the difference between Louisiana crab cakes and Maryland crab cakes. The description I read is exactly what I received from this restaurant - the use of breadcrumbs or cornmeal, Creole seasoning and then pan-fried in oil. It may have had shredded pieces of crab but I didn't see it or taste it. The shrimp po boy was simple. The shrimps were fried well.

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Great little place to grab breakfast. Kevin was working solo this morning and doing a great job! Would recommend going.

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So yummy!! Ate the Crawfish Benedict before I took a picture!! Spaghetti (Steph) was the best!!

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Great place overall, food is amazing and great environment. Everything was amazing top tier

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We really liked this little cafe. The ladies working there were super easy to talk to. I had the enchilada breakfast and really liked it.

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Funky little place that gets crowded fast, but the food is really good. I'd go again.

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We are planning a breakfast on a Monday coming up as we're from out of town. Is there usually a long wait as I see you don't take reservations?

There was definitely a wait but they got customers in and out quickly.

They are listed as having vegan options but I don't see anything remotely close on the menu. Any tips?

One of the best cups of coffee I have ever had. Does anyone know what brand they use?

There are many good brands of NOLA coffee so your best bet is to call Jimmy J's and just ask them!

Is breakfast served all day, or does breakfast service end at a certain time?

Breakfast is all day.

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