My friend and I were greeted enthusiastically when we walked through the door of this small,…read morefamily-run Vietnamese restaurant in a Chalmette strip mall. That was so kind, and it moved me. Many "social" experiences feel so impersonal and isolated now; and I've always felt that making, eating, and sharing food should not feel that way, and, at Beignets & More, walking into the space feels humanizing, like you've been welcomed to a family meal, even if you're on your own. My friend and I both had pots of green tea and ordered pho, which came out within 10 minutes. I have wheat/gluten allergies and confirmed that the pho here is gluten free. The brisket pho was great, and I'll definitely come back to try the chicken, rare steak, and veggie--or to get a big container of their terrific broth to go when I'm feeling a cold coming on. (I'm sure other menu items are worth trying too!) Both the son and his dad came around during our meal to gently ask "everything is good?" I'll be here often as long as I live in New Orleans. -- Bonuses: In the table caddy with hoisin sauce, sriracha, napkins, and spoons, there are also real chopsticks to use--not the wooden, to-go ones many restaurants offer even when you're dining in. Parking at the strip mall is easy.

No frills Vietnamese restaurant in Chalmette. Did not know this was a Vietnamese restaurant until I…read morestopped in for some beignets. My first visit I enjoyed a Vietnamese iced coffee (espresso and condensed milk) and beignets, which were so delicious. You have a choice of three regular beignets that are huge, or nine mini beignets that remind me of funnel cake! I have returned for another cup of coffee and well as their chargrilled shrimp Vietnamese poboy and rare round eye or eye round pho. The poboy is absolutely wonderful and the pho was delicious. This will be my go to at times when I wanted a shrimp poboy, great substitute for the fried ones. You can dine in or take out. The owners are so nice and definitely know their regulars. Until we meet again!

Perks is a good place to visit when you want some good home cooking. In addition to being open…read moreduring the week (closed on Mondays), they are open on Sundays which is a plus when you don't feel like cooking after church. You can sit down and eat in or take food to go. Staff members are always nice and welcoming. 1st time I went to Perks was in January and I visited again recently. The gumbo there is really good. It taste like it came from a family member's house. It was filled with ingredients and had a lot of flavor. The pork steak meal I had came with a drink and was under $18. They give a lot of food so you can eat off the same plate for lunch and dinner or split a plate with someone. For me the greens were a little salty, and my mom felt like her bbq smoked chicken breast was a little dry. However we enjoyed everything else. My pork steak was very tender and the green beans had a good flavor. We've had fried chicken from them in the past and it was okay. They dropped it fresh (which was nice) just felt like it needed a little more seasoning. The fried fish is pretty good from there too. I'd say give it a try if you are in the parish. It's located right by Pj's coffee and Gerald's donuts.

Excellent food and service. Would definitely recommend this restaurant. Friendly atmosphere.read more

The patio at this place is definitely a great highlight. Its perfectly lit and offers some cover…read morewhile enjoying outside. Our waitress was very friendly and helpful with the menu. The menu was a mixture of regular down home cooking with some classic touches. The duck fat and garlic parmesan fries were fantastic. My chicken sandwich was huge and delicious. Our waitress recommended adding the pimento cheese and it did not disappoint. Will be back to try some other items.

Was recommended by antique store owner across the street. Didn't even know it existed. Wow, what a…read moregem! It's much bigger than looks on outside and has a pretty outdoor patio. The menu is very extensive. We were told to get the pimento cheese appetizer which comes with crostini, olives, and pickles. Fantastic. I had oyster salad with blue cheese vinaigrette. Oyster BLT. Grilled pimento cheese sandwich. All gigantic portions. Excellent service. Happy hour 20% off!

I first came to this bakery a few years ago to pick up a cake for an anniversary. We were in town…read morefor a week. I have thought about this cake and tried to make it back to the bakery each year I visit. Finally made it back here, this time with more suggestions of what to get. Crawfish cornbread was amazing! Cake was as good as I remember! I didn't realize they closed at 2, so we made it just in time but missed out on sandwiches. I recommend coming earlier for lunch to get all the goodies. We'll be back!

I've been a few times when ive visited lately cause my family getting their wedding cake from here…read more I've tried a few desserts and I just didnt like any. It was a little dry to me. I dont like cakes refrigerated cause I feel like it dries it out more... try it out for yourself. I give all the star cause last time I came i had a boudin roll. It wasn't called roll but it was good. Soft yeast roll time with filling boudin, cheese amd something else. Best thing ive had from there. If there was more filling it would be perfect. The roll to filling ratio was off. It was mostly bread. Staff is always great. Respectful amd nice whenever I visit. Parking is street parking. I've never been when its busy so always able to get a spot.

The ambiance was great, but the food left a lot to be desired. Everything was very salty and very…read morelittle vegetarian options.

When I bought $20.00 worth of donut holes they charged me $3.00 for the boxes I wanted them in so…read morethey wouldn't get all crushed up!!!

I got a tiramisu latte. It was very sweet and quite filling but good. The service was super…read morefriendly. They had a lot of good looking pastries. We ended up getting 2 macaroons. My fiancé got the King Cake one and I got a biscoff one. Both great!

The mango matcha was one of a kind. It was my first time having it but the overall flavoring was…read moregreat! It was too matcha tasting. They also have small bites. Definitely a cute study spot and a hidden gem of the westbank!

I finally got to try the iconic Cafe du Monde and it definitely lived up to the hype!…read more This place is always packed, but I can totally see why. The beignets were soooo good. It was my first time ever trying beignets, and they absolutely met my expectations. We waited about 10 minutes in line, which honestly wasn't bad at all. We ordered a bag of the traditional beignets and some chocolate milk. We also got lucky and found a table pretty quickly. The beignets were fresh, warm, and covered in powdered sugar. Simple, but so yummy. I'm so happy I finally got to cross this place off my bucket list!

Definitely an Overdue a review of April's Yelp Critiques…read more Long line, so be prepared, but it's a New Orleans staple and worth trying at least once. The ordering process was a bit chaotic--I think I got skipped while numbers were being called quickly, and seating was just as hectic with tables turning over fast. Food came out hot, fresh, and very delicious. I'd rate it a 3.8/5--good, but a few small things were missing like napkins, which took away slightly from the experience. Overall, definitely a must-try in New Orleans, just go in patient, stay alert for your number, and try to grab a quick selfie before your phone dies like mine did.

There's no improving upon a neighborhood cafe this special. My pistachio iced latte was amazing…read more Fab pistachio flavor and it wasn't too sweet. Similarly my Vietnamese coffee, called cå phé sü då, was delicious and not too sweet. The cashier was perfectly sweet too. I'll take my coffee with a double shot of kindness any day. The pastries are great too. They catered our event across the street, which is how I got turned onto it. There's seating inside along with a comfortable neighborhood vibe and a couple of tables out front. Clearly a chill place to hang for whatever purpose. No matter where you live, you wish there was a place like this in your neighborhood. Yeah, all the Elite Yelpers who've reviewed it are a tipoff for certain.

Cookie butter latte all day!! Friendly, warm vibes and as a tourist I loved watching the baristas…read moregreeting regulars by name. Such a cute spot in a quiet neighborhood

We booked a VRBO right up the street, and one of the reasons was the close proximity to this…read morebreakfast/brunch restaurant. At that time, we knew nothing about it, and nothing about what to expect. We were pleasantly surprised. It was less than a block, and, so, an easy walk. There were still two other places nearby, but this is the one we chose, and the one we stuck with. I love the various history of New Orleans, and this restaurant is located in an old, historic building that used to be a bank. It's even rumored that Bonnie and Clyde once robbed the bank there, but that's not likely true, and there's no evidence to support the claim. Still, "stories" like that are part of New Orleans' charm. You'll find similar stories all over town, and if there aren't stories, someone will make one up, or add a ghost. It makes it fun. Right away, and almost immediately upon entering, we noticed the entire place was pretty clean. That's a good start. Of course, it was fairly early in the morning, but always a plus. We immediately noticed as well that the staff were very friendly, inviting, and accommodating. When you're still tired in the morning, it's nice to go into a clean, quiet place for a bite to eat, and be treated well, and with respect. The quiet was especially nice, and that's partly because this place is in a neighborhood, and not in any crowded business district. The food is good, too. They offer a very good variety and selection of breakfast/brunch fare, and they serve "French Truck" coffee. There's a lot of good coffee in New Orleans, but I like French Truck, and the fact that it is a local business. As for the food itself, I've already mentioned the good variety, including Southern treats you don't find just anywhere, but it also good to note that the portions are good, the presentation nice, and the flavors satisfying. All of the staff were very, very nice, but, as it often does in New Orleans, the service was not really quick. It was quick enough, though, and offered us all the time to enjoy our coffee, and our conversation while making mutual plans for the day ahead. When we were there, we went several times, and we tried several other places. Ruby Slipper stood out as a favorite. Of all the things it is, or isn't, it is definitely "very" New Orleans.

I was really looking forward to this place because I had heard great things. My food was pretty…read moregood overall, but some of my friends didn't have the best experience. One friend didn't like her meal and it came out cold. They also forgot her tea and then just brought her a packet with hot water instead of making it. I ordered the gulf shrimp omelet, which tasted good but was on the smaller side. The grits and biscuit were both good, and my coffee was solid. The French toast bites we shared were probably the best thing we had. Our server seemed friendly at first, but when we tried to wave her down multiple times, it felt like we were being ignored. I've honestly never experienced that before at a restaurant. The atmosphere itself was clean and welcoming, which I appreciated.

street parking, somewhat hard to spot at first. but very friendly and helpful. would go here again…read morein a heart beat. The gentleman really helped me out, I get chronic headaches, and he was able to help me get something to help that. And was able to get something to take the edge off atleast.

I enjoyed my visit here. Yes, I'm from California where laws and regulations are different than…read moreLouisiana however the offerings here didn't disappoint. Service was great. The space is clean and organized. We asked questions, got answers, felt comfortable, and was happy with our purchase.