New Orleans · Orleans County, LA

Best coffee in New Orleans

Scout analyzed 143 New Orleans places and surfaced the ones that actually fit coffee.

Places analyzed

143

Matches

22

Typical spend

$15

Typical visit

51 min

Scout-verified spots

Gospel Coffee and Boozy Treats

Warehouse District

Gospel Coffee and Boozy Treats

This spot is good for a casual coffee run or a unique boozy dessert. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $10-25 per person, making it a good post-dinner stop.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visithard parking
Mammoth Espresso

Warehouse District

Mammoth Espresso

Mammoth Espresso is ideal for a quiet solo break or a casual stop to grab quality coffee and a baked good. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Pirate King Coffee

French Quarter

Pirate King Coffee

This coffee shop is a good stop for a quick, relaxed break in the French Quarter. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and a snack, with parking likely difficult in the area.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visithard parking
Coffee Science

Tulane - Gravier

Coffee Science

Coffee Science is good for a quick solo coffee or a casual stop to grab breakfast or a snack. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Café Du Monde Riverwalk

Warehouse District

Café Du Monde Riverwalk

This is a good spot for a quick, casual treat of beignets and coffee, especially after a walk along the Riverwalk or before exploring the French Quarter. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and under $10 per person.

FoodShoppingViews
$5–$10 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Hivolt

Lower Garden District

Hivolt

Hivolt is suitable for a casual solo or small group breakfast or lunch stop, offering gourmet coffee and light meals in a modern setting. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a visit lasting under an hour.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
only coffee

French Quarter

only coffee

Only Coffee is good for a quick stop to grab a beverage and small bite, typically taking less than an hour and costing under $15 per person. It pairs well with a stroll through the neighborhood or as a morning routine stop.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Backatown Coffee Parlour

French Quarter

Backatown Coffee Parlour

This is a great spot for a relaxed coffee or light meal, perfect for a solo break or casual meet-up. Expect to spend an hour and around $10-25 per person.

FoodShoppingArts
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The Vintage

Irish Channel

The Vintage

This chic cafe is good for a casual coffee and beignet, or for light bites and cocktails. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit of about an hour.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Cherry Coffee Roasters - New Orleans

West Riverside

Cherry Coffee Roasters - New Orleans

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, pairing well with a walk in the neighborhood. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingWellness
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Mojo Coffee House

Lower Garden District

Mojo Coffee House

Mojo Coffee House is a relaxed stop for an espresso and snack, ideal for a solo break or casual meet-up, fitting well before or after exploring Magazine Street. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingViews
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Cafe Du Monde

French Quarter

Cafe Du Monde

Visit Cafe Du Monde for a classic New Orleans experience, enjoying beignets and coffee in about 30 minutes. It's a low-cost stop, often paired with exploring the French Quarter or Jackson Square.

FoodShoppingViews
$5–$10 typical45 min visithard parking
The Bean Gallery

City Park

The Bean Gallery

The Bean Gallery is suitable for a relaxed solo stop or a casual meet-up, pairing well with a walk in the neighborhood. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person for a drink and a sandwich.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Envie Espresso Bar & Cafe

French Quarter

Envie Espresso Bar & Cafe

This spot is good for a casual breakfast or lunch with coffee and pastries, or a relaxed drink. Expect to spend 60-90 minutes and $10-$30 per person, pairing well with a walk through the French Quarter.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$10–$30 typical45 min visithard parking
Sacred Grinds Coffee House

Mid-City

Sacred Grinds Coffee House

Sacred Grinds is a quirky coffee shop perfect for a casual stop during the day, especially if visiting nearby cemeteries. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person for coffee and a light bite.

FoodShoppingViews
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Historic New Orleans Collection

French Quarter

The Historic New Orleans Collection

This museum offers a quiet and educational experience, ideal for a solo visit or with visiting family in the French Quarter. Expect to spend 1-2 hours exploring the exhibits and historic buildings, with typical costs ranging from free to a moderate entry fee.

ArtsHistoryViews
$0–$20 typical2 hr visithard parking
Rue De La Course

Leonidas

Rue De La Course

This coffee shop is good for a quick stop for a drink and pastry, fitting well into a morning or afternoon outing. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Espresso Coffee & Pastry Co.

Central Business District

Espresso Coffee & Pastry Co.

This is a casual coffee shop suitable for a quick breakfast, a coffee break, or a light snack. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visithard parking
Pontilly Coffee

Desire Area

Pontilly Coffee

Pontilly Coffee is a local spot for a quick caffeine stop or a light breakfast, suitable for solo visits or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Station Coffee Shop & Bakery

Mid-City

The Station Coffee Shop & Bakery

The Station Coffee Shop is a casual spot for a quick breakfast or lunch, offering coffee, baked goods, and sandwiches. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and around $10-$25 per person for a relaxed start to your day or a light meal.

FoodShoppingWellness
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Mother's Restaurant

Central Business District

Mother's Restaurant

This is a busy cafeteria-style spot for a quick, casual meal of classic Southern fare, particularly po' boys, popular with both locals and tourists. Expect to spend $15-35 per person and about 45 minutes for your meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visithard parking
Treme Coffeehouse

Tremé / Lafitte

Treme Coffeehouse

Treme Coffeehouse is a neighborhood spot perfect for a relaxed solo or small group outing. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-$15 per person for coffee and a treat.

FoodShoppingWellness
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

What Scout found

  • 22 of the 143 analyzed New Orleans places fit coffee.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 23% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Quiet, Social, Playful, Scenic, Upscale.

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