Avenue Cafe, nestled on the vibrant St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans, is a true culinary gem that has won the hearts of locals and visitors alike. With a menu boasting fresh pastries and excellent coffee, this coffee shop excels in both quality and care. Customers rave about the freshly crafted sandwiches, like the flavorful curry chicken salad on a soft croissant. Many recommend indulging in the unique combinations of stuffed croissants, including the popular jalapeno sausage variant.
The cafe is lauded for its inviting atmosphere—ideal for people-watching—thanks to its large picture windows. The attentive staff adds to the experience, ensuring that every order is handled with precision and care, as noted by Nat Stanford, who appreciated the meticulous packaging of his delivery order. Aside from delectable food, Avenue Cafe prioritizes eco-friendliness through its recycling and composting efforts, making it a conscientious choice for dining.
With a selection that includes vegan options, fresh juices, and an assortment of coffees, Avenue Cafe stands out as a versatile destination for any time of day. For anyone seeking a delightful culinary experience in New Orleans, this cafe is a must-visit.
Amenities and More
Service options
Outdoor seating
Delivery
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Organic dishes
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Spirits
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safe space
University students
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For avenue cafe
Nat Stanford
Jun 23,2025
I'm visiting out of town for the last month and while I've eaten at some great places, this is the first time I am passionate to write a review. I ordered on Uber eats and this is the first place that packaged everything properly (no drinks were spilled), read the notes (I asked to sub a croissant for the lox bagel), things weren't burnt, pastries were fresh, everything was delicious! It says a lot about a place when they put this much care into a delivery order, which is a real rarity. Genuinely highly recommend!!!! (we had all their stuffed croissants - amazing, smoothies, frappe, and bagels) Seriously, whoever made the order THANK YOU
Leah LaRue
May 17,2025
This is my second time reviewing Avenue Cafe. First time I’ve tried their curry chicken salad sandwich. The chicken salad was flavorful with crunchy bits of celery. It was good but it could have used a little salt and pepper, which I added. The croissant was buttery and soft and the chips were super crunchy. I also ordered a raspberry tea which was really refreshing! I got my lunch to-go but would have eaten in the restaurant if I’d had more time. I like the quiet atmosphere and the big picture windows that are perfect for watching the passersbyers on St. Charles. Will absolutely be back to enjoy their breakfast and lunch items!
Paul Bobo
May 4,2025
Love this cafe. Excellent food and coffee. Really loved the jalapeno sausage croissant as well as the ginger cookie. Friendly staff and a nice vibe too. Highly recommended
Simone Noelle
Apr 27,2025
Great cafe, great food, great service and perfect location for people watching on St Charles. Everything is very fresh with vegan/vegetarian options. They serve a variety of sandwiches, salads, fresh-squeezed juices, pastries, fresh fruit, mimosas, blood Mary’s, irish coffees and amazing coffee! (amongst many other options) My personal favorite is the caprese sandwich and I add bacon for a bit more protein paired with a caramel oat milk latte and for dessert one the BEST muffins ever (They offer chocolate and blueberry) The baristas working are warm and welcoming and can easily accommodate for allergies and gluten/dairy intolerances. They offer oat and almond milk for nondairy. The best local coffee and pastries on this side of town. They sell t-shirts, tote bags and whole bags of coffee. There are even free stickers by the register! Everything at this cafe is super organized and curated for the guests use. (One of the cleanest public bathrooms ever on this side of town) The service counter has many sugar options and milks available for “dressing” your coffee as you like it. Also was very glad to see that this business recycles and composts, it is very eco-friendly business! This cafe is very well managed!! The atmosphere is here is wonderful, you can meet up with friends, come and sit and work on school work etc. There is plenty of space for accommodating larger groups as well! This cafe is right next to a streetcar stop and many hotels for convenience. I love this cafe 10/10- you have to stop by here if you find yourself on St Charles Ave!!
Daniel F
Apr 2,2025
Avenue Cafe on St. Charles Street in New Orleans is a gem. The coffee is excellent, the staff is friendly, and the pastries are top-notch. I sampled many during my week there, and everything was fantastic, especially the onion brioche and the ham and parmesan croissant. A must-visit for coffee and treats!
Amanda-Lynn Weidman
Apr 1,2025
Small quiet cafe, excellent food. The staff is friendly and the menu has something for everyone. Sandwich, pastries, and snacks as well as typical coffee selections. The ambiance is comfortable and relaxing.
B
Mar 24,2025
Quaint and casual. They have a huge menu lots or pastries and savory breakfast options. No specialty coffee flavors but lots of liquor. I was surprise that they charge for half and half as an “alternative milk option”The staff is pleasant. And the coffee is good. The maple bacon sweet potato biscuit is not a biscuit. Maybe a scone...but tasty enough nonetheless. Don’t be deterred by the people outside. They are also pleasant and helpful.
Randie Ruz
Mar 18,2025
Great little simple breakfast spot, they have sandwiches and pastries as well as fresh squeezed juices. We ordered the croissant sandwich, bagel sandwich, chocolate croissant and the cold brew coffee. Everything tasted delicious and was fresh. If you are looking for a quick and cheap breakfast spot then this is definitely the place to go.
Reviews For avenue cafe