Park Island Brew Coffee House

We visited Park Island Brew today in New Orleans, and everything was a perfect 10 out of 10 the location, the food, the environment, all of it. We truly have no complaints. Our server, Brittany, was fantastic and very knowledgeable about the menu. She gave great recommendations and made the entire experience even better with her friendly and attentive service. Chef Four (F-O-U-R) is amazing on the grill. Every dish he prepared was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. He was also very friendly, which made the experience even more enjoyable. 10 out of 10 for Chef Four! I ordered the NOLA Bowl with added shrimp and crawfish cream sauce. Everything was cooked perfectly, and the flavors blended together beautifully. Every bite was seasoned just right absolutely a 10 out of 10. My wife had the catfish and grits and I’ll say this, it’s the first real catfish that impressed her. The fish was fried hard just the way you like it crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful on the inside. The grits were smooth and creamy with no lumps at all nothing getting stuck in your teeth. Just perfectly done. We also ordered cookies and a Danish, and they were just as impressive fresh, flavorful, and a perfect sweet finish to the meal. We will definitely be back and highly recommend Park Island Brew. 10 out of 10 across the board!

Where do I even start?? This is the best brunch and coffee you’ll get in New Orleans! The ambiance of the place is so warm, welcoming and pinkkkk! The music is always banging and the staff is so nice! Every time I go in there there’s always some new decor or a new featured drink or menu item and I love it! Today I was the only one in there and I got the swamped Nola bowl and grits and I feel like I waited about 10-15 minutes for everything. In busier days it is a longer wait but that’s because the food is always made FRESH and you can taste the freshness too. The shrimp taste like they went and caught it as soon as I ordered it! Ever since the new owners took over you can really see the personality of this coffee shop and I love it! 100/10 recommend!

The 4-Way Latte and the NOLA Bowl are chef’s kiss! It literally gives you everything you need. I usually go for the cheese grits and bacon, but they have plenty of other protein options, too. ​The shop captures that classic corner-store vibe but pairs it with a high-end Starbucks experience thanks to the professional barista options. I love coming here and spending my hard-earned money because they treat me—and all their regulars—so well. ​It’s a beautiful space to get work done with a strong internet signal. The decor is gorgeous (lots of pink!), but the owners also do a great job decorating for the seasons and holidays. The baristas even remember regular orders and often recommend new things to try because they know my taste buds so well. ​The food is A-1! Straight to the point. Whether I’m there to grind through work or whip out a board game to play with the family, I always enjoy my time here.

10/10! Highly recommended. Paige and Kala are super sweet and the coffee was AMAZING! Chef Ford aka “ TOP CHEF” knows what he’s doing in the kitchen. Get the Nola Bowl and ask to swamp it. You will not be disappointed!!!

The coffee here is top-notch, and so is the food. The swamped NOLA bowl was the best breakfast I had in the Big Easy. Staff is very friendly. Prices are reasonable. I believe I would stop in daily if I lived close by. If you get a chance to go here, take it. You will not be disappointed!

Wanted to try a new brunch spot, and this did not disappoint! Hands down this was probably one of the top two fish and grits entrees I have had in New Orleans or elsewhere! The food was savory and a good portion size. The staff was friendly and the owner and her husband were putting in work! Strawberry lemonade was handmade so an additional plus. Will definitely recommend this to others and be back!

Brunch after Church a couple weeks ago: As I promised the owner, “I will leave my review” lol Black-owned✅ Friendly service✅ Delicious food + drink✅ (it’s a food truck+ coffee shop) Great selection✅ (I hope they’ll add waffles please lol) Establishment Very Cutesy & demure✅ I had the “Nola Bowl” Tator tots, hot sausage, eggs, & cheese. I “swamped it out” and added cajun cream sauce + shrimp. I wana try the shrimp+ grits next Overall, I would recommend and plan to return.

**Updated review 13 September 2025** Back w| another love note to one of my forever faves in Gentilly!! I still order “The Blossom” for my daughter’s namesake and that rose and lavender is the perfect combo in a latte— floral but so balanced, I hope they never take it off their menu. They’ve also got a food truck that I’ve been eyeing for a long time now. It wasn’t open when I stopped by *cue my dramatic sigh* but the menu looks divine. I’ll be back soon to finally try. Never once been disappointed here, from the service to the drinks. If I’m in the neighborhood, it’s a non-negotiable stop. ————————— Stumbled upon this coffee shop in Gentilly a few months ago. Ever since then, I’ve been stopping in to get “The Blossom” iced coffee. It’s so amazingly yummy w| notes of rose and lavender. I’m typically not the type to like such flavors in my coffee but The Blossom made me love it! Every time I walk in the door, she knows exactly what I would like to order! I can say the appearance and esthetics of this place aren’t the best, but it’s a nice spot nonetheless. Locally owned in Gentilly right across from the track. Stop by and you won’t regret the coffee!!