Kitchen Table Cafe

Wasn’t really looking for lunch, but we were so glad we found this lovely local eatery in Arabi NOLA. The outdoor patio was empty due to time, but we were happy to be able to have our two pups with us! Waitress was a delight, recommended a delightful cocktail. Will try to return for an evening meal with live music

It’s my second time here dining in for breakfast. There’s a variety of options to choose from. I love the food. I ordered a pancake with a side of grits this time. The pancake is huge, fluffy with crispy edges like I like it. It came with a homemade honey butter and I added a side of bourbon caramel sauce. The atmosphere is great. You can sit at the bar section or table inside and there is an outside patio. I see a stage outside which means live performances must take place occasionally.

One of my favorite spots when craving something sweet for breakfast! Their French toast and frozen hot chocolate was amazing 🙏

To my surprise, the food was very, very good and the prices reasonable. I will return again. It is off the beaten path just past the Orleans Parish line going south; but, it worth the trip.

Just ate at the Kitchen Table for the first time under the new ownership. The food and overall service were pretty good. My sole complaint is I ordered the chicken sandwich (which I think was around $15 approximately) to their credit they disclose how much “add ons” are going to cost. Adding Onions was listed on the menu for $2.00 extra. I actually debated if I was going to get them and I finally decided “what the hell” so I ordered the chicken sandwich add onions. When I received the sandwich there were like 3 pieces of onion. I showed the waitress and I asked “Is this amount of onions really going to be $2 extra? Then I asked if she could check with management and see if they would at least give a few more pieces of the onion. I guess the answer was no because I had finished eating the sandwich before we saw the waitress again (we were on the patio) and no onions. I completely understand everything is going up in price but to pay $2 for onions that are less than what they put on a Burger King burger (the small one not the Whopper) is just crazy. Again the food and service overall were pretty good but this left a bad taste in my mouth. I should have taken a picture of the tiny amount they put on. But I really thought the waitress was going to come out with more.

The Kitchen Table is a hidden gem in Arabi. They had so many specials and menu options. I had the fried green tomatoes with shrimp remoulade as an appetizer and a shrimp pasta they had on the menu with capers and Kalamata olives and it was delicious! I love this place!

I've been going to the Kitchen Table on and off for a while now and, every time I've gone, I'm always impressed with the food and service. My very first experience was a pick-up order. I talked to the bartender, Missy, who, out of kindness, personally texted me pictures of the specials they had going on. There were no updated pictures of the daily specials and she went out of her way to help me, so that was greatly appreciated. At the time, I got the Anaheim Pepper Burger and a second dish that was steak and peppers served over mashed potatoes. Both were excellent. After going in for lunch a few times, I can say that the quality of their food has been consistently excellent. The Anaheim pepper burger, my favorite, is easily the best burger in the parish. (Also, try subbing the fires with a cup of the duck gumbo, it's delicious though the fries are good as well). The drinks are good, refreshing, and not heavy. I have not been there for dinner, but lunch is always relaxed and there are plenty of tables inside and outside to choose from. The servers are always super friendly and I've noticed that they've come to recognize regulars as well. Misty (not to be mistaken with Missy, who is the bartender) and Ron are super nice, super attentive, and excellent servers/bartenders. Every time I've had them as my server or just encountered them in the restaurant, I've always had a nice time. (One little note to remember if you're eating there for lunch, please be patient with the servers as they are also making your drinks as well!) The ambience of the place is welcoming, the staff get along with one another, they're incredibly friendly to people, there are some interesting knick-knacks and paintings on the walls, and the bathrooms are clean. Also, if you go, DO NOT dismiss their desserts. The cannoli's and beignets were good and I'm always looking forward to returning another day and trying out more of their food.

Misty was our waitress. Very knowledgeable and super friendly! Our first time here from Atlanta, GA. We were in New Orleans for a work event. The breakfast food was Top Notch! Shrimp/Grits/Grouper was amazing! Omg the best Ive had ever!!! Also had the breakfast All American also top notch! The cook did their big one! Will definitely be back to try their lunch/dinner combo!

Visiting from Michigan and oh my god this place has the best burger hands down! The flavor is immaculate and is indescribable. My family and I enjoyed our lunch out! The service was excellent and the food was out quick! Thank you so much!

I might go more often, however- The he parking situation is not good, Has Handcapped Parking, Access ability is very poor. The food has changed- Promise to keep some of the same, I have accurately seen a difference, Will continue to do some take out, But parking remains a problem. I

Great food. Great fries. The only issue is with the kale salads. Gotta massage the raw kale, else it stays fibrous.

Everything was amazing! I ate there three times in the course of 4 days! Great food and great service!!

My "go to" place in the Parish. Food consistently good and seasoned perfectly. Always friendly service. Love sitting outside during live music evenings. Their specialty cocktails are delicious!

If you are in the area, you must stop here! The Palmetto grilled cheese and duck gumbo was the best meal I had all week in NOLA! The bread was toasted to perfection and was crunchy but soft and buttery. The palmetto cheese had just a bit of spice and was pure bliss. The duck in the gumbo was so tender and delicious! I was truly impressed with the service also. Such a wonderful small family owned business! I hope to come back because this food was so epic, I will be craving it for years to come!

I've always admired this eatery from afar but never had the opportunity try it. Don't be fooled by the camouflaged storefront appearance as it's appeal lies within. I came during lunch and the place was as still as can be! I was concerned but that subsided as I was greeted by a polite bartender who took my order quickly. I enjoyed a watermelon mojito made with love that left me with an oh so slight buzz! I ordered the hunter gatherer salad that was made to perfection with very fresh ingredients. Although it was a little pricey, for good atmosphere and fresh food it was definitely worth it!

Great vibe and very close to Jackson Barracks the outside seating it great with the possibility of music. The server was very helpful with the selection of food and drinks.

The Kitchen Table is not what it used to be....once it was a favorite with excellent food, but is not anymore. After the change in ownership, we gave it a good try-- and found the oysters tough, the salads completely tasteless (though the chicken breast was well cooked, it too was unseasoned), and the barbecue shrimp is really a soup with whole shrimp in it. Really disappointing. Hopefully, a talented chef will come onboard-- and their former reputation can be maintained.

I had the opportunity to dine at The Kitchen Table Cafe on 17 May 23 and buddy, what a great decision. Business was slow in the early evening, but service was fast. The wait staff was very professional and provided excellent customer service. I ordered the KTC Burger with fries and well, it was mouth watering. The burger was cooked to perfection and everything on it was fresh. Their fries were perfectly seasoned also. I highly recommend you try this Angus burger. Now, I dined outside and I loved the ambiance. It's perfect for outdoor dining with live music. They have a small stage for a performer but there was not one there when I visited. I am confident this establishment is a perfect place to visit on the weekend.

Anything I order is always delicious. Tonight I tried the Shrimp Fra Diavolo. It was great. Outdoor seating is nice.

Oh wow! They have a small menu, but I promise that you will not have an issue picking something that will taste amazing! Their satsuma margaritas are a must try and their daily specials are amazing! I had the kale quinoa sweet potato cakes special and they were absolutely amazing! They should think about putting them in their menu. It wasn't super filling and tasted fantastic.

We decided to try it since they have new owners and maybe we tried it out to early. The restaurant seemed to look the same but I found the food and waitstaff was not at all what it use to be. Many waitstaff behind the counter just watching. Our waitress wanted our order as soon as we sat down, a huge fan was at the front door that could blow you away. We had the fried Brussel sprouts as an app, it was okay. I had the salmon special and the salmon was covered with a thick layer of what I think was creole mustard and served with some veggies. My partner had the pork chop special. He said it was very good but the waitress never asked how he wanted it cooked. Good thing he likes medium rare. I hope this restaurant finds its way and works out their issues.

Absolutely love this neighborhood joint. They have a rotating menu of specials that is outstanding, delicious vegetarian options, and some great staples. My recommendations are to try the burger with pimento cheese, and if they have the banana cake it's a must order!

Nice atmosphere, had a band in the evening. Food pretty good, service pretty bad. Given our food and no one returned- ever! I needed to get up and ask for the bill after waiting a while after done eating.

I was working in Arabi for the week and was looking for something local to try. Through yelp + instagram I found Kitchen Table cafe. I did not know what to expect but when i got the food it was so amazing that i've been back several times I first tried the lentil soup, which was good; the grilled cheese which was amazing; the salad which was also great; and the grilled eggplant stew which was more like a curry served with rice - but still good Overall, great food with excellent flavor and good service

Note: This experience and subsequent review occurred during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. As part of the 2020 coronavirus shut down I am trying to support my local businesses. I do not have a large budget though, so I limit my spending to one fairly cheap meal per week. One of the ways I pick where to spend my money is if they are giving back to the community in some way. I saw on Facebook that The Kitchen Table was providing meals to front line medical workers, so I decided to give them a shot. They are active on Facebook and post regular updates, which makes things easier in these times. They were advertising quarts and pints of soup to-go, so I opted for a quart of sweet potato and andouille soup. I ordered and paid over the phone and they brought it out to my car (some people were still going inside for pickup). Yes, these was a bit of a delay in the delivery to my car, but considering the chaos of the times it is understandable. The soup itself was delicious: creamy, with a nice balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. I ended up getting three meals out of the quart and felt my $12 were well spent. I look forward to getting to sit down in their restaurant once all this is over, and being able to write a better review of their establishment.

This place is a hidden gem In Arabi. The wait staff is very attentive and friendly. The food and drinks are absolutely wonderful! Kitchen table cafe has by far the best drinks in St. Bernard parish. The reason I say this is because they actually know how to make real cocktails not just the sugary watered down stuff every other restaurant offers. Their food is very delicious and always on point! They often have live music and when the weather is nice outside seating. Over all I give kitchen table cafe a 10/10

I gave it a one star because of the chef, I ordered the Ropa Vieja and since it is a special the details of it are not a physical menu so the order was told to me out server who was very kind, shout out to Jennifer! My main complaint is I was unaware that the plantains that come with the dish are tossed in cinnamon. The cinnamon paired with the sauce was off putting and, when I asked if it could be remade I was told no that the chef makes exactly 3 per order as is no remakes. The guest should have the opportunity to make changes, especially when they were not notified or told. I will not be returning to this establishment. When it comes to the food was mediocre and the pricing for my specific dish is over priced for the simple ingredients that comes in it. I wouldn't recommend. Lastly, if you ask for a to go box you will have to pay for it.

Loved the pecan salmon and enjoyed the bread pudding. Cozy spot. Looking forward to music Tuesday nights.

This is an adorable little restaurant in Old Arabi. I stumbled upon quite possibly the best restaurant in the parish. As I walked in, I knew I was going to like this place. Cool vibe, terrazzo floors, just authentic & not generic which was refreshing. Our waiter was amazing. He definitely had the gift of timing. Didn't hover, but things naturally seemed to appear before I needed to ask for them. The food was excellent. I'm a sucker for Pesto pasta & they definitely know how to make it fresh. We gorged a bit. It was supposed to be a light meal but we were having such a good time we stayed for dessert too. I genuinely walked away happy & wanting to come back. There's just nothing else quite like this place in arabi/Chalmette with the friendly staff, food, & atmosphere

Delicious food and incredibly friendly service. Shrimp tacos, pimento grilled cheese, salads, all fantastic. If there is a cake available, get it!

Great place to listen to music out on the patio area. Flank steak is very good and it is served with mushrooms and great French Fries !

A jem of a an establishment. Staff was nice. Surprisingly a small craft restaurant with a mixologist down in Arabi.

Love KTC!!! I absolutely love this place. Amazing food, amazing staff! Everyone has amazing energy and it's a great atmosphere! My wife and I go to this place almost once a week. It's that good!

It took over 30 minutes for our food to arrive. Meanwhile, my water was refilled without ice. My soup appetizer did not come until after my salad had arrived. The soup was bland, and the $12 salad was small. We had a table of six, so they automatically added 20% gratuity. Another table was seated, ordered, ate, and left before our food had even arrived. Update: Just had lunch delivered from The Kitchen Table because it's raining cats and dogs. I ordered a Caesar salad. The dressing tastes like mayonnaise. Looks like mayonnaise, too. It should also be mentioned that there was a ketchup packet sitting on top of the salad when I opened the box. I went to this place several years ago with coworkers, and I ordered soup. My item came dead last, 20 minutes after everyone else had received their meals, and those meals took an extra long time to arrive. Soup. Serving it requires a ladle and a bowl. 20. Minutes. After. So, since this was delivery, I would be skipping dealing with the wait staff. Never again. Never again. Do not go to The Kitchen Table. Do not get delivery from there. Do not get it to go. Definitely do not dine in. The Kitchen Table = NO.

Absolutely pleasantly surprising! The atmosphere, food & drinks are superb! A well hidden jem that offers a a set menu with delights to appease all. Menu varies including daily specials.

Peach pecan salad, a seasonal favorite! Had to get one in before they were gone! Half priced wines on Thursday!

Excellent food and staff. My wife and I go there at least once a week. The pork chop on Tuesday is really good and the hamburger/fries are great all the time. Their beer is ice cold and my wife says they make a perfect Manhattan. Highly recommend!!! Bill C.

The food was great. The staff was so friendly. I got a grilled chicken sandwich with New Orleans pasta salad. I also got bread pudding. Excellent place to eat. We had to wait a little bit, but it was lunchtime

I've been here a handful of times. The food is REALLY good. Sometimes the wait is quite a bit, as it seems that the output from the kitchen is rather slow. My only complaint, and the reason that I didn't give 4 or 5 stars, is that the service is atrocious!! Might I suggest getting pick-up so you wont have to deal with the service. This place also as great entertainment.

Perfection! My fiancé and I just moved close to this restaurant and we have been talking about trying it for months! So glad we did... The Rosemary Grapefruit Drop was one of the best cocktails I've had and could have a lot more of them! We started with the fried oyster appetizer and I'm pretty sure we talked about that ALL the way home. AND how we couldn't wait to order more. Their salads are large and perfect for sharing for an app or eating a whole one for an entree. I got the salmon special and it was juicy and tender and I wanted another. Get here. Eat here. Don't let the small town atmosphere make you believe you won't have a full stomach experience

I avoided this place for what feels like the longest time since it replaced what I felt like was the best restaurant in St Bernard Parish, Old Arabi Eats. I frequented Old Arabi Eats at least 5-6 times per year and always had a great meal. In the past 2 weeks, I have been to The Kitchen Table twice and both times have been fantastic. We stopped in for lunch one Saturday afternoon and sat in their outdoor area where we were all alone. That always leaves me a little nervous but as soon as the food was brought to the table, my worries were gone! I had the Ropa Vieja which was a special that day. It's a Cuban dish of flank steak(think pot roast though), olives, capers, peppers and tomatoes served with rice and black beans plus plantains. The flavors were phenomenal. This made me and the lady friend want to try the place out for dinner. Fast forward 2 weeks and we are back. I again got the special which was a Cornish hen with roasted veggies, and whipped potatoes. The veggies consisted of Brussel sprouts, broccoli, and carrots. Everything was delicious! The ladyfriend got a shrimp pasta dish that she said was very good. I also had a couple of cocktails off of their menu. I can't remember the name of the drink but it was basically an Old Fashoined with orange bitters. We finished off the meal by splitting a banana bread pudding with chocolate sauce. Sooooo good! The Kitchen Table has sammichs, salads and daily specials for lunch and for dinner they have 5-6 entrees, 4-5 salads and a few daily specials. Pay close attention to their specials as they have some very interesting dishes. Food is delicious and the prices are low enough to make me a regular!

Excellent variety of dishes available as well as specials. Great cocktails too. Always something you will like. Fresh, local produce is used extensively. Friendly service. Great outdoor space with live music some nights. Support your neighboring businesses!

Never disappointed .. Always delicious food every time we go! My all time favorite place to eat in the Parish!

I have been coming here for lunch over the last few years. The food is always fresh and fantastic, the staff is always friendly, and they are reasonably priced.

My friend took me here for dinner on a Thursday night. Not many patrons but the staff were lovely to us. We started with some strawberry cocktails that were very good with fresh strawberries, sitting in their outside courtyard reminiscent of Belize, my friend said (personally, I haven't been.) We started with an appetizer of the oysters with blue cheese, bacon vinaigrette. This was misstated in the best possible way. It was a pile of fried oysters (a good dozen) covered in s pile of blue cheese and big chunks of bacon drizzled with something lovely that didn't seem much like vinaigrette - it was just good. So good, that I never got a picture. Sorry. My friend had the Donna salad which was bright kale with beets, pumpkin seeds, avocado, goat cheese and other lovelies. Visually, the salad was beautiful and my friend was very pleased. She also had the smoked fish spread with crostini that I sampled. It was very mild with lots of crisp bread. I chose a special, the meatloaf as I was channeling my midwestern roots. I was told it was the first time they had meatloaf. It was a great texture, dense but soft with a rich mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes and green beans, we must pause to speak of the respect these folk pay to a vegetable as the beans were bright, fresh and squeaked a bit with each bite, baptized with a scant amount of real butter and sprinkled with slivered almonds. This meal was easily enough for two (and did have a second round in a ridiculously good sandwich the next day.) This is a modest place that cares for its customers and respects the simplicity of good, local ingredients in an artful way. Do give them a try and you won't be disappointed.

I ordered my food to go, I didn't love the black bean burger, it tasted good but I wish it was a bit more firm. It fell apart after two bites. I ended up eating it with a spoon. The banana pudding was amazing

This place is like a second home! The food is really good and consistently so. Live music often and the wait staff is always "hand picked"! It is my "go to"place.

A hidden treasure! Great food! Great staff! The chef is fantastic! I love the atmosphere! If you haven't been here, you need to visit. Try everything...but the oyster appetizer is the best!

This place is one of very few really good restaurants in St. Bernard. First and foremost the service is always good. Friendly and prompt. We have been here a few times over the past 4 years and everytime it has been on point. From the BBQ Shrimp to the Boudin Balls for good appetisers. A favorite menu item of mine is the Fried Oyster BLT on toast or any of the specials, like the different fish plates served blackened or grilled. If you have enough room for dessert try the bread pudding. Yummy food! I'm not a drinker but a good glass of wine with a good meal can never hurt. Half price wine bottle special's are a big favorite. Oh did I mention they have a large patio with live bands playing on certain nights. Romantic setting under the stars on nights when band is off. Overall I say GOTTA CHECK THIS PLACE OUT!

Best restaurant in the Parish, by far. Awesome menu with fresh ingredients and a good wine and drink menu. Will not disappoint.

The food was outstanding. Had the bean burger and cornbread and others had the pasta and eggplant and burger. The food came out HOT, which was not common to see. The food was really good

So I had to come back and amend my original review. I went back to kitchen table for a second time and this time was an embarrassing situation. I was expecting my friend to order the oyster salad and forgot that he doesnt like blue cheese so he ordered the pork sandwiched and unfortunately the pork had either spoiled or something was not right because it had a very bitter and foul taste to it. My oyster salad was good but not great for the quantity compared to the price. I had alot less oysters than I had the first time and though the salad is good its not worth the price. Due to both of these issues I will probably not be back.

Although all indoor tables were full of patrons, we were happy to be seated at the bar. The menu and specials provided many options. My husband had shrimp diavolo, which he thought was great and I had a salad with grilled shrimp ( rather than fried oysters). Very tasty salad. The key lime pie for dessert was a good option.

Great atmosphere & staff!! The hamburger was delicious, as were the grilled vegetables. I went on a weeknight and there were only a few people, which was nice being I was hungry and just wanted to unwind, but I would love to see this placed stick around, so I am advising everyone to try this little gem!! Also.... that chocolate cake was euphoric

Oopsie ! Wrote a review but that was suppose to be for a different restaurant ..sorry Kitchen ! You are number one in my book !

Very consistent in all aspects of food service. Quality of food is very good and always consistent. Without a doubt the best fries in St. Bernard and the New Orleans metro area. I eat here.

If you happen to be in Arabi (or passing thru), check out Kitchen Table Cafe. Went with two friends last night and we all agreed how good it was and how reasonably priced it was. We started with the boudin balls which were tasty and not as heavy as at some other places. They came with a side of Creole mustard which well-complemented them. Next, two of us ordered the Caesar salad (with anchovies!) and when they arrived, there was enough for us to share with our other friend. It was excellent with the dressing having a subtly lemony flavor and the anchovies nice and fresh and delicious. My friend said it was the second best Caesar salad he's ever had. First best? His mother's! Lol Then one of us had the hanger steak, the other two, inc. me, had the pesto pasta special; I had mine with half fried oysters/half fried shrimp--yummy. (Can't tell you about the hanger steak cause my pal wouldn't give me a bite but, suffice to say, he cleaned his plate.) I appreciated that they prepared mine with generous portions of both the shrimp and oysters; if anything, I wouldn't've minded just a little more of the pasta itself just to balance all the other goodies (mushrooms, asparagus, etc.) that were included. We finished with their excellent home made ice cream. The Thursday nite special of half price wine bottles made it all even nicer. And there was even a (minor) celebrity sighting--former Jefferson Parish president John Young :-)

I give the kitchen table cafe 5 stars for their service and quality of food we love this place and the people that work it I always get the cheeseburger with fries their fries are freshly cut not frozen the burger is always the best burger in the area my wife loves the chicken tacos but she does venture out and try different dishes like myself she has always been pleased, for desert the key lime pie is the best it's made in house, thanks for a great place to eat keep up the good work job well done