Cafe Du Monde Info
Amenities
Service options
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Outdoor seating
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Takeout
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Dine-in
Highlights
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Fast service
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Great coffee
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Great dessert
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Live performances
Popular for
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Breakfast
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Solo dining
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Late-night food
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Quick bite
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Small plates
Dining options
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Breakfast
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Dessert
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Seating
Amenities
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Restroom
Atmosphere
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Casual
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Cozy
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Historic
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Trendy
Crowd
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College students
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Groups
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Tourists
Planning
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Usually a wait
Payments
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
Children
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Good for kids
Parking
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Paid parking lot
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Paid street parking
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Parking
Pets
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Dogs allowed
Best WLM Reviews
*WARNING!!! THIS PLACE IS CASH ONLY!
The beignets were incredible! So fluffy, warm, sweet, and filling. The service, however, was lacking. Our waitress got sassy and showed it with body language when my friend forgot to tip her. Furthermore, I took a napkin holder menu from another table basically touching ours to read it and, when the waitress came, she sternly asked me to put it back on the other table, even though no one was sitting there and a bunch of other tables were empty. It would have been nicer if she asked, “are you done with that? Could I place it on the other table for you?” or something along those lines.
Also, the cash only rule is not well known or advertised until you take a seat inside the restaurant. It’s pretty unexpected and unwelcoming, too. I’m willing to bet this place has enough margins to cover credit card fees, so I wish they would do so.
The beignets were freshly made and excellent. The atmosphere was lively as expected anywhere in the French Quarter. The restrooms are okay. The wait is long if you want to sit in. You definitely should not expect much in terms of table service. If you have less time on hand, the right side queue is for to go. The left side queue (close to the street) is for dine in.
Café du Monde is an absolute gem! The food is incredibly tasty, and the atmosphere captures the charm of New Orleans perfectly. Situated in a high-tourist area, it’s understandably popular, so be prepared for a long wait – the line can stretch quite far. But trust me, it’s worth every minute! From the iconic beignets to the chicory coffee, this place delivers a quintessential New Orleans experience. Highly recommend
I’m not here to hate on an historic landmark. I came here just like the millions before me and many more still to come. There is fun to be had in the communal experience of visiting a famed locale, but in this era of social media and memes, our venerable institutions have turned into overcrowded parodies of themselves, and Cafe du Monde is no different. It’s a factory designed to separate people from their money by plying them with fried dough, powdered sugar and caffeine, and release them back to the wild to buy more souvenirs. This doesn’t mean you can’t have a good time. I enjoyed my visit if only to fulfill my own desire and curiosity, but I can’t pretend this place is worth it. The coffee is bland, the beignets are average, and the service is fast and efficient so they can turn your table in 10 minutes. Nothing here is that good or meant to help you savor the experience.
With that said, I’m under no illusion that my opinion will stem the tide. Y’all are gonna queue up anyway. So here is what to expect…
First, there are two lines. The longest is for table service inside the tent. If you move closer to the entrance, you’ll find the takeout line which is preferred by those in the know.
Second, they only serve beignets and coffee, so don’t come with any kind of meal in mind. However, this shortens wait times considerably by turning over orders quickly. So even though the line looks daunting, once your spot in line is across from The horse carriages along Jackson Square, you’ll only wait 30-40 minutes give or take.
And finally, they only accept cash and take payment when you order as opposed to when you’re finished. Another time saver, but something you need to be prepared for unless you want to journey across the street to the ATM machine.
Came here for the first time with the family. As a Vietnamese man growing up with a restaurant in Hawaii, I had no idea that the Vietnamese coffee I grew up making and loving, originated from this shop. I’ve never bothered looking at the many coffee can ls that I grew up opening at the restaurant. It’s our first time in New Orleans so I found it pretty awesome to check this place out. The menu is super simple so don’t expect this place to be like other cafe shops. They only sell beignets and coffee and souvenirs so that’s what we got.
The staff are friendly, not super talkative, just quick service. This place can get packed. No private parking, but many paid parking lots in the area. There was also a small group of guys playing amazing jazz music on the streets just outside the shop.
Of course this is a 'must visit' location in New Orleans, so we went. We didn't realize it at first, but standing in the line by the street is for table sitting while the line in the back is for take away. We got a table within about 10 minutes and had one order of beignets and a coffee to share. The mound of powdered sugar was huge. Enjoyed sharing both the beignets and the coffee and were very glad we took the time to go.
Cafe Du Monde was super busy, but rightfully so! Even with the crowd, my friends and I found a table within minutes. Our server was incredibly helpful, even recommending the best frozen coffee which did not disappoint. We had our coffee and beignets within minutes of sitting down, and they were absolutely delicious! The cash only policy made paying quick and easy.
We’d definitely go back!
If you go on a trip to NOLA and don't stop here to have the hot beignets and coffee I can't even begin to tell you how wrong you are doing the NOLA experience. This is an absolute must, culturally and historically. Sometimes there is a long line to get in and order.(Hush child, it's worth the wait.) Bring CASH! They do not take cards.
Quick Facts About Cafe Du Monde
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 07:15 AM - 11:00 PM |
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| Tuesday | 07:15 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 07:15 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 07:15 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 07:15 AM - 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 07:15 AM - 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 07:15 AM - 11:00 PM |
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