Food is excellent. Everything is freshly prepared. We came in on a weekday. The biscuits are made in house, granola can be ordered gluten free. Portions are good. Service is excellent, servers are very attentive. The restaurant is on the corner, easy to get to. The restaurant has a counter for bakery items and coffee if you want to grab something quick. The restaurant is a good size and nicely decorated. read more

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Stopped in for a late lunch. The service was excellent. Very attentive and friendly. I ordered the WJ Cobb Salad. The salad dressing was a little bland, but the addition of some Crystal hot sauce cranked it up a notch. I added blackened chicken to the salad, and it was tasty. The chai latte I ordered was well made with a good amount of spice. I would definitely go back. read more

Willa Jean - WJ Cobb with blackened chicken - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I love this place! Everything I've tried here has been a hit, and I honestly haven't had a bad dish yet. My go-to is the handover bowl, which is always a favorite! The food is consistently good, which is why I keep coming back. They're almost always busy, so I definitely recommend putting your name on the waitlist as soon as possible because the wait can get pretty long. My biggest complaint, though, is the service. Unfortunately, it's been an issue pretty much every time I've visited. The servers often seem a little disengaged, forget things we ask for, and take a long time to bring out food or other items. During my most recent visit, the table next to us had their food brought out before we had even placed our order, even though we had been seated first. It honestly felt like our server had forgotten about us completely. We shouldn't have to keep trying to get someone's attention just to place an order or get the things we need. I understand that restaurants get busy, but there's a difference between being busy and making your customers feel overlooked. It's frustrating because the food is genuinely so good, and the service doesn't match the quality of the experience. Overall, I still love this place and will probably keep coming back because the food is that good! I just really wish the service were more attentive, organized, and welcoming. With better service, this place would be even harder to beat. read more

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Wow!! Willa Jean didn't disappoint. My Brussels sprouts were perfectly cooked and seasoned. Chicken biscuit was next level. Seasoned and cooked to perfection. They also sell fresh pastries to go. Tons of juice and coffee options are available. Service was outstanding. Plenty of seating and I love the decor. Bathroom was really clean. I am definitely working Willa Jean in the rotation next time I am in big easy. Tons of other options on the menu that I can't wait to try. read more

Willa Jean - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This is my second time here for brunch, the first was years ago when in town. So glad we came back. Grateful we joined the virtual waitlist. The hostess and waiter were both wonderful and attentive. The cornbread is some of the best ever. The hangover bowl was as good as I remembered. Veggie omelette was great. Coffee is on point. Def a place I'll keep coming back to. read more

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Will Jean us a great brunch spot in downtown. Both a bakery and a restaurant you could choose either to start your day! I had a couple of hours to spare and landed on this spot. Because I love a good bakery and I needed wifi. They had both! I ordered their biscuits and gravy. They are known for their biscuits so this made a lot of sense for me. The biscuit was a little chewy for me and required a little more effort to cut into. The gravy was yummy and savory. The coffee was great and for $3 it was a good deal! They have a Golden Hour Monday through Thursday with half off breakfast drinks and muffins. I'll have to come back for this. Service- My server, John, was great! He had great recommendations and was super helpful. Plus he kept my water and coffee full. Drinks- there are breakfast drinks! Parking- Paid street parking Happy Hour- There's a Golden hour in the morning! read more

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Nice place, a little crammed at the front door. The tables and bar are dine in and you can sit at the side wall bar or outside if you order takeout. We were told a 30-min wait but the bar had spots as well as 5 empty tables. They were nice but cordial, doing their job. Tried to replace my biscuit for a croissant, even with the upcharge, but they said they were only sold as pastries to go. Nothing special about the food but it's good, like any other place. I wouldn't recommend over all the places in NOLA. read more

Willa Jean - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Skipped the hour-long wait for a table on a Saturday around noon and did pickup from the bakery counter instead, with 5 min wait. Grabbed cornbread, chocolate chip cookies, chia pudding, all amazing. Sat at the side tables looking outside, which was a nice way to do it. Great workaround if you don't want to wait for a table. read more

Willa Jean - Halloween cookies - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Very quick service, great portions, well priced, eclectic but still approachable plate options. I would definitely come back. Biscuits were probably the best I've had in a while. Modern and cozy ambiance. read more

Willa Jean - Waffle - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We were starving when we got into town and this place happened to be close so we gave it a try. It was a fantastic choice. The restaurant has a lot of glass and high ceilings. It was very cute and nicely decorated. Our server was on top of it and gave us time to decide on what we wanted without pressuring us even though it was somewhat close to their closing time. The food was delivered quickly and was piping hot. Everything we had was excellent. The shrimp étouffée was tremendous, the flavor was on point neither the rice nor shrimp overcooked. The side salad was a good salad. The chicken sandwich was cooked nicely and seasoned well (not overly seasoned). We finished our lunch with a cookie, slice of cake and a couple lattes which were all wonderful. Definitely recommend. read more

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We came for brunch on a Thursday afternoon and were sat right away. Our server Amari was great and prompt. The inside is super cute and the lights at the bar look like little whisks. The main look to the restaurant is grandmas kitchen especially with the pale green paint. We ordered and had our food in minutes even before our drinks. I got the biscuit with chicken and Tabasco Honey and it was great. A nice large piece of chicken and a lot of honey tabasco which made it sweet and savory. It was so large I couldn't finish it so I am glad I didn't get a side. I would come back for the quick service. read more

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The service was great and the food came out quickly! The restaurant has a cozy cottage feel. The hangover bowl is a MUST TRY item!! The shredded short rib and cheesy grits could each stand on their own! The potatoes and it were a little plain for me, but the juices from the short rib ran overboard and soaked it with its flavor. I had the hangover bowl first before trying the biscuits and gravy, so that might have ruined the dish for me because I felt it was a little plain. The everything croissant was interesting as it was flat and a little too tough on the edges. But the dollop of cream cheese on top was the most perfect garlicky and oniony goodness! read more

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Off the charts good! Used Yelp to find this place. Came in on a Sunday morning and had no issue with getting a table. Ordered some sort of platter that had scrambled eggs, cheese grits, sausage links, bacon and asked for sausage gravy as well. OMG, this thing was huge! Not a big eater of grits, but these were delicious! But the biscuit is worth bragging about. Never had anything quite so flakey. And the sausage gravy was out of this world. No shortage of sausage in it either. Coffee was also good. Server was fast and friendly. Would not hesitate to return. read more

Willa Jean - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This is specifically for the grab and go coffee counter. It's a great option to grab a coffee or pastry to go. Not super spacious ordering, waiting can be tight trying to stay out of the way plus be acknowledged by barista. Good coffee. Willa Jean the restaurant otherwise is an open airy space. The hostess was cool greeted me upon entry and leaving. read more

Willa Jean - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Cute, trendy place for breakfast/lunch. Portions were generous and the staff were really nice. The house made granola over yogurt was good but they had a heavy hand with the honey on top. I think they should put the honey on the side because it became too sweet to finish. The potatoes that come with the eggs are seasoned, heavily! They were good but too salty to keep eating. The sweet potato waffle was ok. The food was just solid but nothing particular strode out. Maybe we should have tried the biscuits or cornbread.... read more

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This review is solely for the Southern coconut cake which I got to-go. I noticed that the cake was quite dense and hard because it was refrigerated when I first purchased it, so I waited until it was room temperature. Outstanding coconut flavor with hints of almond? The cake was light and fluffy, toasted coconut added the much needed textural difference + nuttiness, and frosting/custard layers were full of coconut flavor without being too sweet. read more

Willa Jean - Coconut cake - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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The food at Willa Jean is to die for! I was already in the area, so I decided to try this place out. The inside looked really nice. Because I was trying to eat healthy at the time, I ordered their Grain Bowl ($16.00) which consists of quinoa, edamame, lima beans, cherry tomato, mushrooms, roasted carrot, roasted poblano, almond, & poached egg. I also got their Chia Pudding ($7.00) which consists of chia seed & orange and coconut puree. Everything was so flavorful and delicious! The grain bowl was seasoned perfectly, and the chia pudding had a nice mix of tartness and creaminess. The only downside was that I felt a little rushed by my server. He was polite but wasn't too outreaching. Also, they do add a 3% admin fee so just be aware of that. Theres only street and garage parking for the restaurant. Aside from that, I'd say Willa Jean was worth the stop food wise! read more

Willa Jean was one of those places that felt special the moment we walked in. The atmosphere is beautiful -- warm, stylish, inviting, and full of charm -- but what really made this place unforgettable for our family was the people. The staff was so kind, genuine, and welcoming, and our experience was made even more special by Michelle. She very quickly felt less like our waitress and more like a sweet new friend. We connected with her on a personal level, and that kind of kindness and authenticity is something you do not forget. She made us feel so comfortable, so cared for, and so at home. It is rare to meet someone who leaves that kind of impression, and we truly cannot wait to come back and see her again. Rocky, the manager, was also wonderful and helped make the whole experience feel extra thoughtful and welcoming. And of course, the food was absolutely outstanding. The fried chicken is, without question, one of the best we have ever had. And the homemade biscuits with hot honey sauce? Completely next level. Our family loved that combination so much, we came back for it twice during our trip -- and honestly, we would have happily gone back a third time. Willa Jean gave us more than just a great meal. It gave us one of our favorite memories from New Orleans. We left feeling full, happy, and genuinely grateful. The next time we are in NOLA, there is no question -- we will be back, and one of the things we are looking forward to most is seeing Michelle again. read more

Willa Jean - Fried Chicken Salad. Famous Biscuits, fried chicken and hot honey sauce. - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We had an enjoyable breakfast here. Hits: -The pineapple mimosa was well balanced and refreshing. -The egg, bacon, and pimento cheese biscuit was awesome. It was of a size where we ate it with a knife and fork - there was no way to take a bite of something that big. We asked for a soft scramble and it was perfectly executed and the crispiness of the bacon was beautiful. Misses: -The deviled egg Cobb salad was an interesting mix of artisanal baby kale and the brown end of an old head of romaine. The ham was delicious, and the pickled onions were great, but it was way overdressed for my taste, and overall just a miss. read more

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Second time made the difference Excellent service Casual laid back ambience Food was excellent Pastry outstanding read more

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Super clean and modern brunch spot in downtown. Great for a hearty brunch. I would recommend coming for their Golden Hour from 7am-9am for some good deals on drinks/shareable bites. We ordered: - Cornbread: extremely moist. Very different from other cornbread I've had. So good we ordered it twice. This is half off during Golden Hour! - Granola bowl: surprisingly very filling. Very refreshing bite from all the food we've been having in Nola. Only $5 during Golden Hour! - Fried chicken biscuit: not your traditional biscuit but definitely a huge serving. Fried chicken was done nicely but the biscuit was a bit hard for our liking. read more

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Had a breakfast here and let's start out that the pastries That were very nice. We had eggs at our table of all kinds. Abby our server made some suggestions for us and I went with the Crawfish Omelet that she suggested but subbed the potatos out for thier biscuit... I tasted the potatoes they were also delicious but the biscuit was the best I had all week in New Orleans! The Crawfish Omelet was filled with Crawfish Mozzarella and spices. It was a nice omelet smaller in size than the others I had this week but good. My friend had the veggie omelet but be sure to like Mushrooms as it is filled with mushrooms. Loud and large space Abby was great and kept us feed well. read more

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NFL gameday 3pm game in New Orleans, great breakfast spot blocks from the stadium. Great service and even better food. read more

Willa Jean - Avocado Toast - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I finally got the chance to try this restaurant for breakfast. I have heard so many good things about it and was excited. I was greeted and on my way to my table I was able to check out the place. It's was a sunny day so it was a bright and clean looking aesthetic inside. They have a lot of good things on the menu but when I saw that Crab Omelette with Crispy Potatoes I had to have it. It was delicious and stuffed with crab, the potatoes were crispy on the outside and steaming hot on the inside. Very good. I also got a cookie and a pastry to go. read more

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Love this cute coffee shop and restaurant! Stopped by for coffee and a pastry, and were so pleased we came back for lunch. read more

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This breakfast has to be top 10 of all time for me! The chicken and waffle situation had my mind blown. The bourbon syrup and the toasted marshmallow fluff with the sweet potato waffle was a flavor bomb that I couldn't stop eating until I was stuffed. This is definitely where I'm coming for breakfast next time I'm in town! The London fog was incredible as well as the cheesy grits. 10/10 read more

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This place as amazing! It had a modern decor with furniture and silverware that seemed worn out. The food was out of this world! Very tasty and flavorful. The staff seemed very inclusive and happy. It was away from the Bourbon street but it's totally worth the walk. The fried chicken was too much food :) but the sweet, spicy and fried hit a good spot with the biscuit being quite yummy. The shrimp and grits were very tasty. If you are in New Orleans, you must stop by at this place - we enjoyed our brunch! read more

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Omg is this place delicious! It's off the beaten path of NO touring but so worth the short walk. We started with the milk money latte - I got hot, she got iced. Both were perfection. For breakfast I ordered the WJ Breakfast: two eggs over easy and it came with cheesy grits (divine ), a heavenly flaky biscuit + sausage and bacon. Loved it all. She had the chicken and waffles. She said it was the perfect balance of salty, savory and sweet. In her one word: scrumptious. Service was friendly and our food came out very fast. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Ermegerd! I read a review that said they had the best southern biscuit. I will they have the best biscuit I've ever had in my life. The chicken of course was great too, but the biscuit was unbelievable. Like I would get on an airplane for a 2 1/2 hour flight just to have breakfast here and then fly right back home. Our server was amazing. Nicely decorated Restaurant. We were there on a Wednesday midweek in mid May. We receded immediately. Great food great staff great location. The potatoes were really good too. My wife had them when I stole one of them. They par bake them, smash them, season them, and then flash Frye them. Everything is made in house. Unbelievable. So good. I'm telling everyone. read more

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Willa Jean (611 O'Keefe) has a very sleek, modern interior with breezy, cool beach-inspired décor and colors--I loved the vibe right away. There's a flat roll-in glass door that opens to a wide, roomy ramp 100% accessible done right, just inside the entrance, leading into a large, spacious, yet inviting dining room. The service was warm and genuinely welcoming. My server, Raneesha, was exceptional--engaging, pleasant, and made the experience even better. The menu feels progressive, with a great mix of traditional dishes and classic favorites. I ordered the crab omelet with cheesy grits, and wow--OMG. The omelet was silky, flavorful, and tasted incredibly fresh. And the grits? Absolute perfection. Just the right amount of cheese. I love a good cheesy grit, and these definitely delivered. read more

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This was a favorite among everyone in my group while visiting New Orleans. I feel like it's a must to go to. I would most highly recommend the fried chicken on a biscuit with tobasco honey. It was so uniquely good and was the perfect plate to get in my southern food itch. Crab omelette was also amazing so super good and such quality crab!!! I also really appreciated the waffle and chicken which had some really unique flavors going on and was soooo well prepared. Sweet potato isn't super strong too so even someone in my group who doesn't like sweet potatoes enjoyed it. Ambiance was stellar it was so fun being on the corner with big windows and the design was super aesthetic inside and even had some fun whisk lights. Everyone there was so inviting and welcoming, everyone in my group loved the all around experience. Do yourself a favor and go. Tip: surprisingly open in the earlier hours of the day but went around lunchtime and was way busier. read more

Willa Jean - Fried chicken and biscuit with Tabasco honey - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We had the avocado toast, which was really delicious and definitely the highlight of the breakfast. Unfortunately, the poached egg was cooked a little too long, so the yolk wasn't as runny as expected. The lady who served us was very friendly and attentive, which made the experience pleasant. The only other downside was the seating process. It took quite a while for the front desk to seat us, even though only around 10% of the tables seemed occupied at the time. Overall, very good food and friendly service, with just a couple of small points that could be improved. read more

Willa Jean - Avocado Toast with Poached Egg - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Great service and food! However, the waffle was overwhelming and wish I got it plain then added what I wanted. Sent it back and they were very understanding. Definite brunch vibes. read more

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Listen, I want you to excuse the bite of the omelette. However, here is a little story. So , I had a traumatic experience with omelettes when I was about ten and haven't eaten one in 20- something years. However, the server persisted and insisted that I try it since I enjoyed crabs. He said if I didn't like it I could order something else. One bite -- one bite -- had me almost run out the restaurant. That one bite resurrected my faith in omelettes, and I will most definitely get this with each trip to NOLA. Oh by the way, the pork sausages were made by the gods! The flavor!! read more

Willa Jean - Excuse the bite of the omelette, but this is a crab omelette and fried potatoes. - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Everything is amazing! The decor is beautiful, the service is fabulous, and the food is beyond compare! My friend and I got on the waitlist before we started walking over and only had to wait for a minute or two to get seated. We got brown sugar oat milk lattes, which were fantastic. We then split an order of biscuits and sausage gravy and the fried chicken biscuit with hot honey. We each got two eggs for some additional protein. The food was simply fantastic, from the fluffy biscuits to the meaty, rich gravy, to the crunchy fried chicken smothered in honey. I wish my slack was bigger so I could have eaten more! Yum!! Definitely go get breakfast here when you are in NOLA. read more

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The chicken biscuit with hot honey Tabasco was to die forrrrr. The service at the bar was kinda spotty, someone came and sat next to me and wasn't acknowledged for a while before they got water/menus and my water went un-refilled for a while but I didn't care I was in honey biscuit heaven. My iced latte came out ridiculously white/pale and the barista agreed and remade it for me which was the perfect thing to go with the chicken. Would 100% come back next time I'm in NOLA read more

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When we first arrived at Willa Jean, we weren't greeted or served right away, which set the tone for a slightly off start. Once seated, I ordered the strawberry lemonade, which was refreshing, while my husband had coffee, and our friends also ordered coffee. For food, I tried the biscuit with fried chicken, honey, and Tabasco, along with a side of fresh fruit and crispy potatoes. My husband had the grits and eggs, and our friends shared the WJ Breakfast. The dishes were flavorful and hearty--definitely a highlight of the visit. The ambience is cute and stylish, with that modern Southern charm Willa Jean is known for. However, the service felt a little strange and not particularly friendly, which kept the experience from being as warm as we expected. Overall, the food is good and worth trying, but don't go in expecting the friendliest or most attentive service. read more

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The chicken and waffles are hands down AMAZING. The service was nice, and the atmosphere has a really cute boho vibe. My disappointment was definitely the cornbread. I saw the picture online before ordering and it looked DELICIOUS, so naturally I wanted to try it. When it came out, though, it looked completely different from the picture online. I honestly felt a little catfished I still tried it, and while it wasn't dry or bad texture-wise, the flavor tasted like cornbread straight out of an old senior living nursing home. Just very plain and not at all what I was expecting. I asked about the picture online and was told that it was actually their old recipe, which was sweeter, and they've since changed it. I never got to try the original recipe, so I can't say which one tastes better, but I definitely wish the current photos reflected what you're actually going to receive when you order. And personally, a sweeter cornbread doesn't sound like a bad thing at all for a breakfast/brunch spot! Overall, the chicken and waffles absolutely delivered. The cornbread just didn't live up to the expectations that the online photo gave me. read more

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We LOVED Willa Jean so much that we went back again after trying it for the first time a couple of weeks later. It's got a contemporary rustic vibe. The food was great and it was overall very reasonably priced especially for its downtown location. The absolute best item was their chicken and waffles ($16) - It's usually not my go-to dish at other places because a lot of places go too far with the maple syrup. Not here though! At Willa Jean, their chicken and waffles leans much more heavily on the savory side rather than the sweet. It was lightly sweet, but for those who want a more "maple-y" punch, it comes with plenty of syrup on the side. This dish was phenomenal!! The fried chicken was perfectly breaded and fried. The waffle was soft and delicious. The sauce was savory and flavorful. I ordered just this item the second time we visited. Their biscuit with jam ($6) was also good! The homemade fresh biscuit is what they're known for, and it tracks. Soft and moist, light and flaky without losing that moisture. Amazing. It comes with biscuit, jam, and a whipped butter. We tried their crab omelet ($21), it was fine, but I prefer more seasoning. Neither the crab pieces nor the omelet seemed to have any flavor, unfortunately. However, the potatoes were perfectly seasoned and super crispy! Overall, this dish was not as exciting as I would have thought since it was made with crab. Quality was high though. We've also tried the shrimp creole ($21). This was okay too. The dish was made well, but it didn't blow me away. I really recommend getting their chicken and waffles above all else. It was mind-blowing how awesomely this local favorite dish could be prepared!! read more

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Willa Jean is a modern, yet quaint brunch restaurant that is seemingly always busy. The delightful aroma of pastries fills the air upon entrance. I highly suggest putting yourself on the waitlist before heading over. Upon arrival, we were greeted pleasantly and seated almost immediately. The service was outstanding, as our cheerful server was sweet and informative, as she shared menu suggestions. I had the crawfish omlette and appreciated that the egg was fluffy, cooked perfectly, and full of flavor. We also had the hot honey chicken which was seasoned quite well and with one of the fluffiest biscuits ever experienced. While we didn't have the milk and cookies on this visit, you should consider leaving room for it as well. read more

Willa Jean - Crawfish Omlette, Crispy Potatoes, Fried Chicken & Tabasco Honey Biscuit - Bakeries Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana