Cafe Nola

This place was amazing, we got the banana foster and dirty chai latte.. SO GOOD and so pretty. For food we had the Italian Benedict & Migas. Also amazing. My 1 year old had the grilled cheese which was amazing. They were family friendly and super hospitable. Amazing place. Only thing I’d add is that they should have some kind of signature seafood & creole dish because it is a “NOLA” cafe.

Tried this the other day for the first time. Cute little spot with friendly staff and good food and drink options. My meal came with potatoes which were a little undercooked but mentioned it to the waitress and she brought out new ones without any issues. The latte was good as was the peach bellini. Would go back. Prices are also decent.

Absolutely this place! The service is always outstanding, the lattes are tasty and beautiful, and the food is fantastic. My Lox Benedict had an extremely generous amount of salmon on it. I get lox at every breakfast/brunch place I go, and I’ve never had a restaurant that gave this much. Definitely get your money’s worth here!

They had trouble accommodating our party of 7 (which included 3 kids), but eventually got us seated a half hour later two tables side-by-side. Once seated, service was great with a charming part-diner part-coffeehouse part-restaurant vibe. The food was excellent, from the utterly stuffed salmon/lox bagel to a generous eggy scramble. Mocha coffee was on point, delicious.

First time trying them today, and we loved it! We got a breakfast sandwich and burrito to eat with a latte and cortado to drink. Everything came out quick, hot, and delicious! We'll definitely be back, and would recommend trying them if you haven't already.

First things first. This is not New Orleans. Not southern. So get that out of your head lol Apparently, Nola is the name of a (former) owners’ Grandma. The food is still good. The weights can be somewhat long, especially on weekends. Very inclusive and accepting culture here. A little overpriced. What is the experience. The drink menu is crazy lol I got one of the drinks. Nothing to write home about. I got the fried chicken sandwich. It was really good! The fries are fresh cut. And we also got the turkey sandwich.

Great place for some pastry and bread like desserts. Most of the bread like desserts taste about the same but they are all good.

This was our second visit to Cafe Nola. The first time we were turned away, told they weren't seating anyone else that afternoon. Needless to say we were anxious to try this hot spot. We were sat right next to the door, which was unfortunate, as an icy draft came in every time someone entered or exited. My date got coffee, but I was told they were out of Diet Coke, and had no other sugar free options, so water it was. I was told the coffee was excellent. Later she got a Cafe Mocha, which apparently was also great. We started with the Southwest eggrolls, with a smokey tomato mayo. They were crispy and delicious. I ordered the bagel and lox sandwich with fried capers. The bagel should have been toasted, but otherwise it was very good. The pickled onions were a nice touch. That's where the good ends. My date ordered the coffee rubbed steak and eggs. She said the coffee was gritty and unpleasant in her mouth, the steak was otherwise unseasoned, and very watery. As she cut into her steak, the entire plate was a pool of liquid, making the eggs and potatoes soggy. Our service was very underwhelming. Our server was not very pleasant, never checked on us to see how we liked our food, and when he came to collect our dishes and saw the steak had barely been touched, didn't inquire or offer a to-go box. Would probably return for coffee and apps, but was not impressed with much else. Lunch for two was $60.

Bar service (particularly Dustin) is phenomenal. The food is fantastic, and the overall atmosphere is top notch.

I was impressed to say the least. The place feels like a dive bar and you wouldn't expect the food to be good, but it truly was made to impress. The place it self is slightly dark, and not too aesthetically pleasing but don't let that deter you! The place was packed and there was a wait during brunch hours, and that's how you know people frequent this spot. The service was excellent, our server was very attentive and friendly. The shrimp and grits were phenomenal. I was so impressed. Very flavorful. I would surely come back to try other food.

I was meeting up with an old friend and we decided to get brunch on a weekday so we picked Café Nola. Once we arrived we were seated within a couple minutes of arriving, and the waitress was very nice and attentive to our orders and the timing of our meal. The restaurant was very lively with other customers, and it really gave off a café feel with the decor. I ordered a French toast with an orange juice and the French toast was exceptional. It was nice and crisp went outside and fluffy on the inside and a side of bacon eggs were cooked well Also it came with like an apple jam and syrup. I liked the syrup in an apple jam brought a nice sweetness to the French toast if you didn't want to use the syrup. For a brunch spot I highly recommend this restaurant. I can't wait to go back and try more of their menu.

Cafe Nola I accidentally ended up at this spot - I intended to go somewhere else for brunch, but mixed up the locations. Since I was a solo diner, it was best to sit at the bar (plus, there were no tables available). I ordered the french toast that comes with eggs and bacon, and I also ordered a biscuit and a roasted potatoes sides. The food here is simple, but cooked well. The french toast was thick and fluffy (it came with an apple cinnamon compote that I didn't eat much of), bacon was crispy, the biscuit was buttery, the eggs weren't too runny or hard, and the potatoes were soft with crispy skin. The menu isn't super creative or innovative, but it's good fuel to start your day.

Cool vibe! We came late night and just had beers. The kitchen was closed but I do want to come back for dinner soon. There's a stage for music and the inside is really nice!

My first time visiting I was expecting coffee. However, they stop selling it at 8pm. After viewing the site I wished they listed that info there so customers were aware. I did not get a friendly vibe the first time there. After being there several times it improved. They have karaoke on Wednesday evenings at 10pm. Prices are reasonable.

A hard pass for me. Stopped by with my two friends today for brunch. We all drove about 30-40 minutes to meet up and try this cafe out, and boy did it disappoint. We were greeted by a host with bangs who told us the wait would be 15 minutes and to wait in the vestibule. Okay no problem. The vestibule was cold and people filtered both in and out from the street, letting the cold windy air in. We waited and waited watching people enter the cafe. Thats when we noticed the hostess had seated 9 parties (larger than our 3) before us. At which point I walk back in to check in. The hostess looked alarmed that we are still waiting, even though we had done exactly as she instructed and waited out of the way. That is when I had asked if they took reservations, to which she replied "no". I had checked myself the day before. So she admitted to seating the SEVERAL parties before us within that statement. When we were finally seated, we were quite literally shoved in a corner by a door. My friend and I could not feel our toes by the end of our meal and catch up. (I had on Uggs) Our server was friendly and attentive. The food and coffee was good, but not good enough to EVER return. The cafe also appeared dirty and the bathroom spelled of mildew.

Omgggg. Loved this place! Was visiting from out of town and wanted a cute cafe! Was told it is also open late night with a band on the weekends. Would love to come back and see it. We did have to wait, for two people it was about a 20 minute wait, not too bad. the seasonal latte was amazing! Obsessed. The biscuits and gravy weren't due for! I love up north now and don't often get these. When I am back in town again I will be stopping by for sure! My new favorite brunch spot in Fredrick. also at a good price!

I ordered a smash burger and was disappointed on how little char was on the burger. What's the point of a smash burger if there is no char on it? This area is quite crowded, but I feel they could do a better job of service despite the big crowds. A simple acknowledgement or a "I'll be right with you" would have gone a long way.

Great portions. Vegan, vegetarian options and a nice selection of custom lattes. Very crowded but the staff was hustling, waited a bit for drinks but food arrived at the same time so it worked out well.

OMG! We were able to walk right in and get a table for 4 on a Saturday at 9pm! The Ninja Turtle Latte was delicious, I tried asking for it somewhere else and it wasn't the same! I ordered the sausage and biscuits and they were savoury and perfect! I was able to try my husband's burrito and it was glorious! You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu!

Great cafe! I had the BLT and it was perfect. My husband had the chicken sandwich also lovely. Excellent service and great vibes

Cafe Nola is a small, charming spot known for great specialty coffees and good food, beautifully showcasing local art. While the atmosphere is lovely and I highly recommend the delicious Black Bean Burrito (I wasn't a fan of the shrimp and grits, but that's likely just personal preference), the overall experience is inconsistent due to the staff. Unfortunately, the service has become less pleasant on my last few visits, suggesting a pattern that detracts from the quality of the food and the unique local vibe.

I went to Cafe Nola around two pm on a Friday to grab a bite after an appointment in town. There weren't many other patrons as it seemed to be in between any lunch rushes and was perfect for reading a few chapters of my book!! I had an Italian Benedict with a side of fruit and an iced pistachio latte. The side of fruit consisted of a few apple slices, orange slices, and grapes which were all fresh and nice on a hot July day. The Italian Benedict was pretty standard but I really enjoyed the iced pistachio latte! Before getting the check, my server asked if I wanted another latte to-go which was perfect for my drive home!

We stopped in after a hike and wanted to get some brunch. This place was very busy but we were seated pretty quickly. The place is simple but comfortable decor. Service was ok. The food was good, straightforward and simple but the taste was good. Definitely a nice place to stop.

Service was quick. I got a dirty chai which was fine just not hot. Ordered the regular breakfast - 3 eggs, bacon, toast, potatoes. It was well regular. The eggs were good but the bacon was cheap and the potatoes were boring. I also got the "salsa verde" which tasted like tomatillos only. They needed to be blended more it was still very slimey.

Stopped by Nola this weekend for a quick breakfast with a friend. The space is lively and welcoming to all. We were seated faster than I anticipated for such a busy morning! I got an iced coffee with almond milk which was really refreshing and didn't feel too caffeinated/bitter. I had the French toast, eggs and sausage. The texture of the sausages was not my favorite but the dish was filling. My French toast was crispy on the edges and soft in the middle! My friend had the turkey club and said it was really protein packed, the side of fruits were fresh too. I really appreciated the inclusivity of cafe Nola, the quick but kind services and simple breakfast/lunch options.

Service - outstanding!! Literally made friends with the staff in our 3 visits here during our stay in Maryland. The food - it's really good, not highly seasoned though so if you like your food items to taste as-is, you're in luck. If not - add salt and pepper. The vegan hash bowl - my favorite. The Beyond burger tasted like it came right out of the package with no seasoning at all, and these burgers need some help. But their vegan cheese is delicious! Location is great, gender neutral bathrooms - clean. A few tables outside for seating. Overall this was the most accommodating restaurant in Frederick for GF Vegans.

A nice quiet stroll in Frederick dropped us in a nice little bar/cafe called Nola! There is a nice row of small tables hugging the length of the building off the sidewalk and on-a nice day it's a great place to relax! As you enter the front door the pleasant aroma of roasting coffee flows through your senses and you get a nice feeling of what breakfast smells like. I ordered the croissant sandwich and asked for crispy home fries and they did not disappoint! Poached Egg/bacon/croissant = yummy! The home fries were crunchy on the outside and mashed potato inside! Yummy! I also had a Bloody Mary and Spivey goodness all the way! It's a bar with a twist that we have not yet experienced, but I am sure all the locals love this place and it's open until...LATE! Nice long bar with great rail drinks and all the beer you want! Cleanest bathrooms I have ever seen in a bar environment! Go and visit and make sure to tell Zoe hello and don't forget to tip!

I visited for Saturday brunch and it was amazing experience. The mood is pretty chilled, the service was great even though it was busy. The waitress was very sweet and attentive. I got avocado toast and tomato soup, it was great but a little small portion in my opinion. Nothing very special on the toast, but the soup was great! So flavorful and rich. My husband got falafel wrap and he liked it too. The fries were really good.

After almost an hour wait for a mid-morning brunch table for 3, the table service was essentially non-existent and really shoddy. We had to keep asking for service, missing food items, and coffee - and this is a coffee house - just never arrived! Finally gave up after eating so-so food, and the hostess actually still charged us full price for what we did receive. She was rude and unapologetic stating 'we're busy and you did eat' as if that was explanation enough. I would never would go again and suggest you pass it by too. Awful in every way!

It's a no for breakfast. Couldn't be bothered to smash the avocado on the flavorless avocado toast (adding hot sauce does not equal flavor). Tried a flavored latte (banana foster); also no flavor. I also didn't appreciate that I ordered the coffee well before my food, but it came out at the same time. It's also so loud it's hard to be heard.

The coffee is to die for and there is a very chill and laid environment. I'd 100% recommend coming in and grabbing some delicious French Toast! It's so easy to connect to the servers here and they really make you feel welcome.

I had breakfast at 9am on a Tuesday, Dec., 2024 at Cafe Nola. It wasn't really that busy. Every employee in the restaurant was around 20 years old. There didn't appear to be anyone in charge. I'm guessing if I asked for a manager, I would have been out of luck. I ordered the shrimp and grits. This was probably the worst shrimp and grits I've ever had. The grits and shrimp had zero seasoning or flavor and the sausauge tasted old, cheap and also bland. They tossed some sauteed cherry tomatoes in it also, and they were also bland. I've had delicious shrimp and grits, or at least pretty good shrimp and grits at various places. Most places season their shrimp and have a flavorful sauce that mixes well with the grits, but I was highly dissapointed. No sauce or anything. Just straight from the box and bag flavor. I'm guessing they had a cook in the kitchen with zero cooking experience or was following instructions from a website on an I-pad over the stove. I live around Frederick and won't be back.

Was finally able to check out Nola Cafe. The service was very good and seemed to be consistent throughout the restaurant as it was pretty busy for breakfast service. The inside isn't huge but has a decent amount of seating along with some outdoor seating offered and is dog friendly for those who'd like to have their dogs with them while they eat outside. The decor is a bit confusing, a lot of different themes going on the walls. Lots of art on wall (appears to be for sale too). The menu is very robust and includes a variety of espressos and other coffee drinks. I got the shrimp and grits and I was a bit disappointed to be honest. The grits were very bland and unseasoned (smoked Gouda? I didn't taste any) and the andouille sausage was very dry and almost shriveled. After adding salt, pepper, and hot sauce I got it to a pretty good point. The shrimp are very large and plentiful in the dish and was certainly the highlight. I will be back to try other dishes. Again, the service and atmosphere was great throughout.

Came in on a Saturday afternoon and got a quick vanilla latte, but they have a good selection of breakfast/lunch options. Good standard coffee which you can grab and go while you are shopping the downtown area for a fun afternoon activity. Service is generally quick and convenient.

My favorite brunch spot in town by far! We love coming here for a quick lunch or brunch with friends! Their servings are generous, food is so fresh and the staff is friendly! We really enjoy coming here, it's always delicious and so reasonable! Bonus points if it's nice out and we can eat outside! We never miss a chance to recommend this cafe friends visiting Frederick!

Great spot for breakfast in Frederick, as breakfast is served all day. My favorite and go to dish is the coffee rubbed steak and eggs. The portion is great for the price and the food is delicious! They also offer mimosa pitchers which is nice and have a wide selection of coffee drinks and alcoholic beverages. They also offer options for vegans.

The breakfast burrito was very bland And the potatoes were too salty to eat. Bathroom floors were filthy dirty. Spent $30 on our breakfast and left 1/2 behind.

Wasn't great. Wasn't terrible. Came for brunch on a Sunday around Noon. Eggs and ninja turtles iced latte was good. Biscuits and gravy was okay, though the sauce was soup consistency instead of a classic thick gravy. Bacon was floppy, potatoes were bland and the French toast consistency was like it was put in a toaster instead of a griddle as it was crunchy but the apple compote was tasty. The wait was 15 minutes which was less than I thought as it was pretty crowded. The place is small and the service was okay.

New review a year later Pick me up smack Rueben smack Diet Coke smack Server chill So goof we both decided to work here 10/10. Would recommend

First time here and I've gotta say from the outside this place lets you know food is gonna be great! Went inside got seated fast. Service was quick and efficient. It was already packed when we went in there but still it was a very relaxed ambiance. I got a Clydesdale latte. My husband a coke my girls a hot chocolate and an orange juice! All were great. The food was fantastic. The breakfast burrito has a fantastic balance of chorizo and egg. My husbands hash bowl was quite packed. The only thing was for our preference it needed a tad bit more salt but that was fixed with the salt at the table. The hummus and veggies was great. The grill cheese was layered on thick with cheese.

Stopped in at Cafe Nola Sunday morning for brunch and after putting our names in the waiting list we were told that we couldn't wait in the restaurant and there was no room in the waiting area so we had to go outside in 35°. We were told 20 minutes for the wait and when we went to go check on the wait (after 30 minutes) we were told that they called however we never received a call and instead of trying to seat us they proceeded to seat three other families. One of the worse service experiences I've ever had. Which is unfortunately because it seemed to have a really nice ambiance.

Very good food. Fresh and reasonable. We came in on a first Saturday and it wasn't too busy. Service was good and the scene was awesome. I loved that it is locally owned and LGBQT inclusive. We had the cheese curds, hummus plate, cheese steak and fries and breakfast burrito. EVERYTHING was so good and came out fast. The menu had something for everyone and breakfast all day is a win for me! Would def return! I would totally give this place a try if you haven't or you happen to be in town.

We stopped at cafe Nola late Friday evening for a drink after dinner. The atmosphere was cozy and staff were friendly. It looks like a great spot to grab a coffee and chill. We heard their breakfast is good. We each ordered a beer or draft, which were good. Would love to check out this place another time, during the day.

I've been here many times in the past when I lived in Frederick, but it's been 12+ years since then. I was in town and came here with my boyfriend for lunch/brunch. We sat at the bar and the place still has its fun vibes and a wide variety of food. The service was attentive and everyone was very nice. Definitely check this place out!

Nothing special. Got the French toast and the bacon egg and cheese croissant. The French toast was tough all the way around the outside so you literally got 1 bite of the good stuff. The breakfast sandwich was okay at best. The blackberry mocha was pretty good Won't be back

Stopped by for breakfast before the long road ahead, ordered the plain old simple breakfast platter and a ninja turtle cappuccino. Eggs over easy was good, bread wasn't toasted enough, bacon was a little chewy, could use a little more snap and then the potatoes... meh. I should have opted for the fruits. Cappuccino was off the hook tho!! Delish, could have drank me another one.

Zoey, was very helpful and friendly. She made great suggestions and she kept checking on us to make sure that all was good. The food was amazing and it kept us satisfied until we arrived home in NY. We loved Cafe Nola.

I love the service. And the food ...The only issue I see is i've ordered the same thing a couple different times. It's been different each time, so food consistency, is the only issue I see. It was good every time, but it just looks different every time.

Cafe Nolas is a true treasure. I have never have a better eggs benedict. I ordered the Lox Benedict which had a delicious helping of smoking salmon that was fresh and high quality. The hollandaise sauce was lemony and delightful. As always the potatoes were delicious. The food is always fresh when it comes to you. In addition, the service is fast and staff is excellent.

FOOD: Really good, I can see why the eggs benedicts are so popular. I got the Lox Benedict, my friends got the French Toast and the Smoked Hash; none of us had anything bad to say :-) I will say though that I screwed up; I should have ordered soup instead of brunch potatoes with my Lox Benedict because it was a little too heavy. That or I should have taken half home. But yeah, it's a big portion of food! Be prepared. FYI You can get the drinks iced - I got the Ninja Turtle with Oat Milk. SERVICE: The greeter was very friendly and seated us quickly. Our server was also super friendly and got our orders pretty fast as well, was communicative, and attentive the whole time. (She also told us what they were out of before we ordered so that we wouldn't have gotten disappointed or something. It was good!) AMBIANCE: Here for brunch; it's a bit loud and today is a hot day but the air conditioning is keeping up alright. It's lit by yellow lighting, not too bright or too dark. (We aren't seated near a window.) No music is currently playing. Thanks for a good meal

This was my sister and my first visit here. We arrived just before the rush, Sunday 10 am. We were seated right away. The only natural lighting is the front window so the restaurant itself was a little dimmed. The music was on a little loud side especially for brunch. The hostess never looked up and just told us to sit anywhere. It took awhile for anyone to come to the table but after that service was fine. The smoked hash was delicious and pretty big portion. There was some for leftover. The pick me up was perfect with the addition of sausage patty. Overall a good experience.

Before heading back to Pittsburgh, we wanted to try out a new cafe close by to end the bday trip! We stopped by Cafe Nola, which ended up being an excellent choice! The inside was super cute, and had a little bar area, high top tables, and regular tables as well! We sat at a high top table and ordered some coffees right away: I got a black coffee, my girlfriend got a German Chocolate (her favorite) latte, and her friend got a Carmel latte! The coffees were excellent, and I had about 3-4 cups because it was so good! I ordered a Mexican inspired breakfast: cheese and eggs served on top of 2 tortillas and beans! This was also served with avocado and pico, and was incredible! This tasted so fresh, and i dont know if it was because I had just finished a run before hand, but I devoured this! My girlfriend ordered the same thing and finished her plate completely! Her friend got the Pick Me Up with fruit, and since she's not a big breakfast person we were able to clean up the rest of her plate! Highly recommend coming here for a great healthy breakfast!!

Without a doubt, I'd come here again for tea or coffee but I'd pass on ordering food. A tad bit expensive for bland mediocre food that one can make at home.

I stopped by Cafe Nola for a brunch the day after thanksgiving. We loved everything about it. The place is really cute with these funny whimsical paintings all around. The service was excellent and of course most importantly the food was delicious. We got the hash with vegan sausage which was amazing. The coffee selection is so good that I had 2 different cups and I came back for another the next day. I tried the Ninja turtle and the pistachio rose. The French toast was okay. Overall, we enjoyed our meal here and hope to come back.

The smoked hash was really good! I just wish it hotter. I substituted the chorizo for vegan chorizo. The ninja turtle coffee was really good too. It wasn't too sweet or chocolatey. I'll definitely return.

Great coffee and breakfast. Staff is friendly, fun atmosphere. The couple beside of us paid for our coffees, so we continued to pass it on to the next couple. Our server was excited to pass it on to another couple, the experience here made for a good start to our day.

Great coffee and beer! Amazing flavors of Lattes Ex. German Chocolate Cake No desserts so don't come looking for any.