Cafe Beignet, Royal Street

A small café with a surprisingly beautiful interior design that instantly catches the eye. The service was excellent—warm, friendly, and efficient. We absolutely loved the handmade beignets; they were fresh, light, and delicious. The French toast was equally enjoyable—perfectly cooked and full of flavor. We also tried the veggie and mushroom omelets, both of which were tasty and satisfying. Their coffee menu is extensive, and every cup we tried was rich and flavorful. A fantastic spot for breakfast—I highly recommend stopping by!

Loved this cute cafe it is the cutest French-inspired decor. Loved the cute French table and chairs. Loved the variety of coffee options and the huge delicious beignets. OMG, the beignets are hands down the best I have had this week. I love the setting. It is a small place but I loved watching people/families/friends enjoying themselves. 😊 ☺️ ❤️

Awesome experience from the music playing on the piano to the variety of food. Three different types of Beignets to choose from. I'll definitely be back for more.

I stopped by Cafe Beignet on Royal Street for a quick breakfast, and it was exactly what I needed. This place is a great option if you're looking to start your day early, as they open their doors bright and early. The food was fantastic! It definitely hit the spot for a morning pick-me-up. They also had a good selection of coffee and other breakfast items to choose from. It's a casual and charming spot with a nice atmosphere, perfect for grabbing a quick bite before exploring the French Quarter.

We absolutely loved this place! The beignets were thick and fluffy, and deliciously messy. We also got a mocha latte, muffuletta, and king cakes. The decor inside was beautiful. Staff was super friendly and polite. Such a cool experience and glad we stopped by multiple times 🤣

Cafe Beignet provides a soothing corner in midst of madness in New orleans. Warm ambience, smiling staff and delicious food. They have their signature dish...Beignet...we completely enjoyed it. Warm, soft, fluffy and lightly sweetend. As I am a tea drinker, I was delighted to get a good cup of tea there. They have a wide variety of drinks and snacks to choose from. Adding to this charm is amazing live singing. The singer was performing some of my favorite retro hits. Will surely visit this place again while I am around.

Absolutely in love!!! This was my second trip to New Orleans and I had to get Benigets! This location was different than the first one I visited. It had a more intimate atmosphere with outside seating-so cute and quaint. A must experience if you visit NOLA. 💜⚜️

I think from all the other food I've had in NOLA. this place is pretty mid. The shrimp was not blackened nor jumbo as advertised. Rice and beans good! But the food was super salty. The coffee was decent! Beignets were super good too, nice and fluffy. The staff was nice!!! And the vibes are emaculent! This is definitely a place that tourists go, so take that with a grain of salt.

This review is for their beignets. They are to die for! I had it everyday while I was in town. It's so fluffy and not too heavy nor sweet, even with the chocolate syrup. This is actually one of the things I missed most when I returned home. We just can't get good beignets back home!

These beignets could have been dressed up a bit more than just a dusting of powdered sugar, but they were warm, soft, and definitely satisfied my carb cravings. I wish I had ordered an iced latte to accompany them, but I enjoyed them nonetheless. Surprisingly, they were twice the size I expected them to be (3x4ish inches) and more doughy than fluffy. Personally, I think beignets are overhyped but it was worth trying.

We were pretty disappointed with this spot. The beignet was greasy and didn't have much flavor...it just didn't stand out at all. The coffee was actually good, so that was a plus. The restaurant itself was tough to enjoy because there was a bad stench throughout, which really put us off. The bathroom was especially concerning; the toilet paper had weird stains that looked like it had been used to clean needles. Not exactly comforting! One nice thing was the art around the restaurant, it was interesting to look at and added a nice touch. Overall though, we wouldn't rush back.

Cute little place situated within a courtyard. The beignets were yummy. The staff were friendly and the service was fast!

Always make a stop here when visiting New Orleans!! They have delicious beignets and good coffee too!! Love the cute vibe in the place also.

I know they have multiple locations but this one is just so cute and charming. There's indoor seating and outdoor patio options. We had beignets here almost every day of our trip and they were honestly one of the best I've had in NOLA! They're just so fluffy and clearly freshly made. Served warm and melt in your mouth. I also tried their muffuletta and it was delicious as well. I'd love to come back and try some other things on my next visit. Highly recommend trying this place out!

If you visit NOLA, you must enjoy beignets, even if only once (unless you are gluten-sensitive or are lucky enough to find a place that offers them gluten-free, which I haven't seen yet). If you're looking for beignets, visiting a place that calls itself Café Beignet should fit the bill, and you'll find more than I did when I went to the location on Royal Street in the French Quarter. The tunnel-like interior is wicked cool and has plenty of seating both inside and outside in the courtyard. They have a splendid array of different pastry items, such as their eclairs, that look marvelous. But I was there for three things: beignets, a breakfast sandwich, and an iced coffee. I accomplished all obtaining all three items. The line wasn't too bad for the mid-morning crowd. We waited a few minutes, but we could place our orders without too much fuss. Since most of the tables were already taken inside, we grabbed a table in the courtyard, as I had a breakfast sandwich and a box of three beignets so placement was pivotal. The breakfast sandwich had a gorgeous mouthfeel of the omelette style egg with bacon and cheese on a fresh croissant. The iced coffee was on point and hit the spot. The beignets were bonafide. Very satisfying with the powdered sugar and filling. If you are in the Quarter, it's a good spot to get your beignet fix, as well as a breakfast sandwich.

Well, it's been 13 years since I was here and hoping things had improved ... plus, they're the only one open at 7 a.m. on Easter Sunday. Well, they may have improved, but not by much. I should've read my last review and tried something different. But, the hash brown breakfast was the only thing that looked appealing at the time. When it came this time, at least it was hot and fresh. The potatoes were crispy, the sausage (while rather minuscule) had good flavor. And, of course, the scrambled eggs were good. The cheeky, toasted French baguette? ...yah.... just the same dry, stale bread I remember from the last time. Oh well, again, they were the only place open and I did get good coffee so I can live with that. Prices are about the same as anywhere else in this tourist-centered part of town. Service was rather cold and hurried. You have to know what you want when you come in and then find a seat. The inside dining is nice and clean and bright and there's additional seating (on rather uncomfortable chairs) outside. All-in-all, I've learned my lesson ... twice. Think I'll just sleep in and move on.

Good food and better vibes!! Tried the jumbalaya which came with a piece of garlic bread. Portion size was plenty with nice chunks of meat and sausage. Good value for price, self order service where you take a number and they run the food to you. I tried the ice coffee with milk which was very good almost better than most coffee shops. Service is good all staff is attentive and last but not least the live music. Live bands playing jazz music for the Nola experience.

Chaotic I can't leave Nola without beignets and this place was walking distance from my hotel. The lines are pretty long and the food comes out sporadically although you have a number. These beignets are a little bigger than I'm use two but they were decent and wallet friendly. If you're near the quarters have time to wait and want a fix this place might be for you.

Had their tuna sandwich which was pretty good. They have a very romantic patio, seating area. The server came across as very nonchalant and I knowledgeable of the menu items. That's the only down side but I won't this place accountable for everything else was good.

Beignets were excellent. Got the original with powdered sugar. They are fresh and hot. Cafe is cool inside. Right on Royal Street and in a neat location.

Many of us tried this place and agreed it was the best of three popular spots for beignets. See my review of Cafe du monde if interested. Beignets: huge, fluffy, chewy soft with crisp exterior. It's essential to taste them fresh and hot! Three big beignets for less than $5. Service: super quick and no lines around 8-ish on a weekday morning. Space: small space with about ten tables. We took ours to go, but would be good to eat there as well. Highly recommend, if you're able to enjoy them fresh. So good.

While staying at a hotel a block away from this location in the French Quarter, we had a couple meals here. Service was fast and friendly. This location was adorable and had my daughters taking pictures for their social media. The food was really good as were the beignets. We will definitely return when we visit New Orleans again.

You can't visit New Orleans without trying a beignet, and Cafe Beignet offers a solid choice. For about $5, you get three nice, fluffy beignets that taste fresh and are definitely a treat. The portion size is generous, though I can't compare it to other spots since this was my first beignet experience. Be warned, no matter how carefully you try to eat them, you'll end up with powdered sugar everywhere. The atmosphere is cozy and cafe-like, perfect for enjoying your beignets with a coffee. If you're looking to avoid the long lines outside some of the other spots, this place is definitely worth checking out.

This place is always packed 80% of the time that we went there and we went several times during our 5-day visit. The staff was always a delight always friendly always helpful. The customers will always friendly and talkative. The atmosphere and the ambience was great and distinctive to the area the beignets were great I love the lime pies they also had other food like sandwiches Waters breakfast and breakfast sandwiches you have to have it beignet when you come to New Orleans I hope you get a chance to try it.

Cafe beignet was really good ! The beignets are nice and huge and fluffy. I wish they offered more flavors. I wish the serving staff were nicer they literally threw down our tray so I don't know what that was about. But everything else was good, and I loved the live music.

Cafe au lait is not made to order, comes pre made Beignets were very good- tasty, freshly made and enormous. We ordered 2 orders for the 2 of us. 3 gigantic beignets came in each order. (This is definitely not Cafe du Monde) We basically thru 3 away. Nice spot right on Bourbon St.

Cafe Beignet - Royal Street On our last day in New Orleans, I couldn't leave without grabbing some beignets to go and trying a New Orleans staple--the muffuletta sandwich. I'm so glad I chose Cafe Beignet for my final meal in this amazing city! Atmosphere The moment you walk in, you're greeted by a beautiful and welcoming space. From the warm lighting to the charming palm drawings on the walls, the ambiance is delightful. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, with a lovely garden like view that adds to the experience. Shopping Around the counter area, they have a variety of local products available for purchase, including their own beignet mix, New Orleans coffee, spices, condiments, praline pecans, and even postcards--a great spot for picking up a little taste of New Orleans to take home. Menu The menu is diverse, offering both hot and cold beverages like coffee, tea, milk, and fountain drinks. Food options range from omelets, southern breakfasts, and Cajun hash browns to waffles, French toast, and New Orleans specialties like Jambalaya, Gumbo, and, of course, the muffuletta. Food Experience After placing our order, we were given a placeholder number and found a seat. The service was quick, and our food was brought to the table fresh and warm. * The beignets were freshly made, warm, fluffy, and coated with just the right amount of powdered sugar--absolutely perfect! * The muffuletta sandwich stole the show for me. Made with Genoa salami, ham, Swiss, provolone, and olive salad on an Italian bun, it was so flavorful and satisfying that I'm already craving another one. Final Thoughts Next time I'm in New Orleans, I'm definitely coming back to Cafe Beignet. Whether it's for their beignets, the muffuletta, or to try more of their menu, this place has earned a permanent spot on my must-visit list!

Yum!!!! Get ready to be blown away, coffee so bold that no cream could lighten it. LOL. Great service and top tier beignets. The vibes were giving us " Frenchie" ...lol

Went there for beignets and coffee because, ofc, and while I have very little to compare it too, I loved it. The beignets were better than the Cafe du Monde ones I had later, and the coffee was WAY better. I liked how you can sit inside or outside, and they will bring the food to your table. Service is fast. I can't really compare it to lesser known or non-touristy establishments, but I really liked the beignets and coffee.

Cafe Beignet was my first choice when I sought out a place to hole up for a bit where I could sip on coffee, nosh on beingets, while get some work done. SPACE: I really dig the vibe here! The wrought iron chairs, tiled floors, and painted murals evoke a certain type of Parisian sidewalk café charm. Had the weather been working more in my favor, there was a large inviting patio adjacent to the restaurant space. The rain kept me inside, which worked out perfectly for knocking out some remote work. SIPS: They offer a variety of coffee and tea beverages. I chose to sip on an iced coconut latte during my visit. It really hit the spot. They serve up the traditional chicory coffee the Big Easy is known for too. SUSTENANCE: So come for the beignets, but stay for the sandwiches. YUM! I decided that I was going to stay through lunch, which meant that my sweet breakfast wasn't going to cut it. I opted for the Breakfast Sandwich (Scrambled egg, bacon, and white cheddar) on a croissant. It was just what I needed to get me through the last bit of my work. They do offer up other plates including traditional NOLA staples like gumbo, jambalaya, muffaletta, and more! SERVICE: Everyone was so nice! They brought out my dishes to my table and ensured that I got me coffees from the counter. It's easy to see why people flock to Cafe Beignet. I'd gladly come back next time I'm in NOLA! **Pro Tip: If you're staying at the Hotel Monteleone the super awesome doormen may have coupons for a free coffee and beignets. Just sayin'... It's absolutely worth making small talk.

You have got to have the infamous beignets when in NOLA, and from about ten places I found this one was the one I chose. They have several different locations but this one on Royal street was in the heart of the action, had a very nice little patio and limited seating inside. That being said, $4 for three rather LARGE beignets were amazing! The amount of powdered sugar used though- was astonishing but they had these beignets coming out piping hot consistently and I now see why. They were very doughy and tasty and extremely filling. But not filling enough that we didn't also eat breakfast because we did and their breakfast was really good! Thankfully the portions were pretty small. I got their cheese omelette with grits and it comes with toasted French bread. Luckily the omelette are about half the size of a regular one. The grits were very savory and better than ones I've had in Atlanta that's for sure. Only thing I did not see was alcohol. And I was not a fan of the coffee. So that was a miss for me and only disappointment, but there's plenty of places outside to find that!

As a Californian who knew nothing about beignets before trying one, I made sure to have several so I could form a personal, experience based ranking. That being said, there's nowhere that makes better beignets. At least in my fairly amateurish opinion. Part of what sealed the deal was that these folks get them out quickly enough that they're warm. I also liked the coffee better than the other place with the green awning that people waited in line for. I would definitely come back if given another chance to visit NOLA.

Awesome! Have got to try it Very charming little place. Perfect to stop in and enjoy a coffee and beignets. The beignets are made to order and are to die for. They are also huge. Won't forget it!

Ordered an ice coffee for this very warm day and an order of the beignet. Ice coffee was very dark and strong. The server brought the beignet to our table. Which was very nice. We ordered sugarless beignet with a side of powder sugar. Which was nice dip as needed. The Beignet was warm, doughy and thick. Cake like texture. If you like cake this is the Beignet for you.

Nice place for Sunday brunch while enjoying live Jazz. My youngest son after breakfast had plans to visit a jazz record store so we decided to find a live jazz spot and sip on some cocktails. We heard music from the street and it brought us to Cafe Beignet. This Cafe Beignet is the grandest of all! Statues of all the Jazz greats in this beautiful courtyard. To the side of the band stage, I see the bar. We ordered two cocktails and made our way closest to the stage. Sitting in this beautiful courtyard, listening to Jazz and a feeling warm September breeze? It doesn't get any better.

The best beignets in New Orleans!! I don't care what anyone says. You can eat them after they have cooled down and it's still so good. Cute little French decor, love it. Staff is amazing as well Thank you!

No lines. Super cozy and cute atmosphere! The coffee was fantastic and so were the beignet! Cooked to order! Skip the tourist trap and head here.

Came here while in NOLA for a conference and it was tooo good! So much more than beignets . I might need to try their entire brunch menu. My friends and I got their normal and 'gourmet' beignets and they were delicious! Came here both times I've been in NOLA and never regret making that stop. Always a long line. But it moved fast - so wait! It's worth it :)

When Cafe du Monde is more of a walk than you feel like, or if you've already done that, Cafe Beignet is a good option. Aside from their bigger, fluffier beignets, they offer pastries, sandwiches, full breakfast etc. Their coffee is pretty decent, and the breakfast sandwiches are pretty basic, but are good enough that we keep going back. The beignets are pretty big, and one order is at least enough for two people. They are just as good as du Monde, just a little different in texture. Same enormous amount of powdered sugar. Ordering is at the counter. They give you a number, and you go wait in the small front dining area or, my preference, the courtyard facing the street. Friendly staff, good food, fast service.

Food: ordered hashbrowns and some omelets and I was impressed by the flavor of this southern hashbrowns and the freshness of the eggs (real eggs) not the liquid version from the store, you can tell the difference. For me those omelette were 10/10. Service: Staff at the order point was friendly and promptly took care of my order and beverages. Beignets: 10/10. We ordered the regular ones with sugar glass. I would recommend to ordered them at the end of your meal so you get them fresh in case you are deciding to have breakfast as we did. Of course don't miss out the coffee, the hot cappuccino was really good a fine balance between the coffee and the amount of milk..... Ambiance: the decor of the place with the merchandise on the walls, the chairs and the tables gives you that vibe of a coffee shop and can even move you to another place while you are there. Don't remember hearing any music, perhaps a low tone background music will complete the experience. Overall a don't miss place in NO.

Andouille Sausage Omlette 2/5 3 piece beignet 4/5 Yelp recommended that I come here to get top notch beignet to dodge out on the ridiculous line at Cafe Beignet and I definitely agree with that advice having been to both. While we still had a line out of the door but the line moved relatively quickly and there is a good amount of space to sit outside if the weather is nice. At first we tried the Andouille Sausage Omlette, and honestly, it came out a little short. The Andouille sausage was flavorful on its own and the omlette was very fluffy, but thats where the compliments end. The chefs seemed to be very worried about the dish coming out overly salty, which resulted in the eggs having almost no taste if the sausage is not part of the bite. But our meal was saved by the beignet, which is HUGE. My partner and I could barely finish the 3 piece order, and each piece is about the size of my palm. We upgraded our order by adding chocolate syrup and strawberry, which made the dough a little more flavorful, especially as we fought our willpower to finish the last piece.

Really cute location with indoor and outdoor seating. The breakfast/lunch sandwiches were good and filling (I think all around $11-13) and we really loved the beignets. After trying a lot of different beignets in New Orleans these were one of my favorites. :)

Be prepared to stand or order and take to go, but it is well worth the wait! An order of beignets comes with three large packed with powdered sugar. Each of the beignets were about the size of my hand and came fresh out of the oven. Inside is only about Seven two person tables but in the summertime they do have a courtyard off to the side. Being right on Royal Street makes for some great people watching.

Big old brick size and texture beignets with hardly any powdered sugar. Alton Brown is a liar lol

Delicious! There are so many beignet places to choose from but I'm so glad we picked this spot. The cafe itself is so charming and has both indoor and outdoor seating. They were really busy but people move through quickly enough that seating wasn't an issue. You line up and order then find a table. We ordered the praline beignets and the plain powdered sugar ones. We also got a praline to go. All of the food was so delicious! We definitely couldn't eat them all because they are very rich and sweet. They have to-go bags though for the left overs. We loved sitting and enjoying our food and coffee while a street busker was playing jazz music right outside. It was the perfect start to our vacation. Definitely recommend this spot over some of the busier tourist locations!

Cute place but man, such a long line and wait... Would I wait in that line again for beignets again? Prob not. The beignets were good, but nothing special. Coffee is delicious, but again nothing I'd wait for in a long line again. I did buy some $21 bag of coffee beans!!! lol. Never spent that on a small bag of coffee beans....but the coffee was delicious. Good stuff, just nothing special

Amazing piece of paradise!! So unexpected little cafe!! We followed directions and got a little lost, but was so happy when we found it! Im on a sugar cleanse at the moment, so hence the no sugar dusting. But all in all - a great spot for a coffee and a quick bite to eat if ur looking for big and fluffy beignets! Service was quick and easy. Walk in, check out the menu and order. Get given a number and sit anywhere inside other than outside. So peaceful under the large magnolia tree outside and right next to the Police Station. Lol. Will be back here for sure if we're visiting NOLA again!

I got the ham and cheese sandwich with bacon and it was very tasty, the fries were simple but good too. And of course, the beignets were the best. Although the service was a little off. The guy seemed really annoyed.

One word: Yum. You gotta stop here atleast one when your in New Orleans. The beinets here just can't be beat. At least I haven't found a place to beat them yet lol. Everything we ordered was delicious. The jambalaya was delicious. It was a touch on the salty side but great nonetheless. The Muffaletta was also really good. This was my first time trying one and I can't wait to have another! The sweet tea is SWEET. If you can't do too much sweet like me, just ask for another cup and dilute it. The vibe is nice in here. Very open dining area with rustic touches. Come check it out!

Save your time and money--this place is not worth it. The restaurant looked dirty, and the service was awful. I ordered the Cajun hash browns, which had zero Cajun flavor. The potatoes were clearly frozen, the sausage tasted terrible, and the eggs were made from liquid egg mix, not fresh ones. The bread was stale, hard, and loaded with shortening. The beignets were passable but overly doughy. Honestly, McDonald's offers a better breakfast experience....To top it off, the bill for two breakfast dishes and three beignets came to $50. Absolutely not worth it.

Best beignets! Alternative to that other place with the huge line. These are fresh from the oven (because there is still a line). Balanced sweetness to the dough served up hot with confectioner's sprinkle or chocolate syrup. Small area of cafe type seating. Grab a coffee or get them to go and travel to your fave Coffee place. They'll give you a number and deliver your food when it's ready. Get drinks and pay in line at the counter. Be sure to eat them while they are still warm. Think more elephant ear or fry bread than croissant. Still not too heavy and not overly sweet. Delicious on a breezy menu g with a Cafeé au lait. The line goes quickly. It's worth the wait

We were just around the corner from Royal Street and read that Cafe Beignet has outstanding beignets. We had only been in town a couple hours so we decided to take a walk here to have some coffee, hot chocolate and beignets. We had an order of classic beignets piled with powdered sugar and an order of Caramel Praline Beignets as well as coffee and hot chocolate. Each order of beignets come with 3. Of course the classic powdered sugar beignets were outstanding. I loved the twist that the caramel praline beignets had. They're still covered in powdered sugar but they drizzle caramel over the top as well as sweet, warm and crunchy pralines on top of that. My mouth is watering just thinking about these again. You can't go wrong with either one! The entire menu looks great and all of the food I was seeing served looked like I needed to try all of it. It was pretty hot outside so I enjoyed and iced coffee and our daughters enjoyed hot chocolate. There was someone playing live music, so it was so much to sit look outside, eat good food and listen to good music. You'll order at the counter with some really friendly staff. It didn't take long at all to get our coffee or beignets. The restaurant was clean and well maintained. Be sure to give them your business if you're in the area.

Fried dough and the amount of powdered sugar your mom wouldn't let you have. Larger beignets and crunchy outside and pillowy and soft inside. So hot and fresh!! Yum. Also Check Out some Great art and architecture at their Bourbon Street location.

Nice little spot if you're searching for good coffee and beignets. Very friendly quick service. The beignets are huge compared to others we've had. Good for the price.

Personally, this place over Cafe Du Monde. It's cozy and yes there will be a line but it moves quick and there's more than just beignets here but the beignets are a staple and a must try! It's super cute in here and gives that French New Orleans feel all in one!

Great first stop for beignets! We arrived around 9am and there was a line out the door. People were enjoying coffees and beignets inside and around their outdoor patio. The line moved fast and we got our lattes quickly. Our order of beignets came out soon after. Wow! They're large and come out hot, fresh and covered in powdered sugar. Crispy on the outside with a fluffy soft inside. A little more dense than a raised donut. Delicious!

This place has an incredible old-school New Orleans feel, with both indoor and outdoor seating that makes you want to sit back and soak it all in. It's definitely a great spot to rest outside if you're exploring the French Quarter. The atmosphere is lively yet relaxed, the kind of place that feels like a hidden gem. The food and drinks were just as good--definitely a place that should be an easy favorite. Unfortunately, the service didn't match. When I visited in early February, the woman at the register seemed really upset, which made for an uncomfortable experience. I know it wasn't personal, but it definitely took away from the visit.