Day 2 in NOLA and needed to catch a bite before going to the National Park. We selected a breakfast place but it was closed down so we entered the place next to it. Quickly you know its a local restaurant frequented by the surrounding residents. When you enter there's a bar top to eat and a small dinning area. Our server was friendly and brought us waters and menus. We ordered 2 western omelets, French Toast, Breakfast plate, burger and egg biscuit. The portions are big for the price. The omelets were full of veggies and meat. The biscuit was huge for my youngest. The burger was filling for my son. You can truly taste the home style touch and I recommend this as a stop. For a family of 5 $69 plus tip was a good stop. read more

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We had this tasty cake delivered to our air BnB. It was such a fun experience, the cake looked great. read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - King Cake - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

Staying not too far from this Gerald's location turned out to be a godsend. Everything we ordered over the course of our couple day trip for Mardi Gras was delicious - the donuts, the beignets, and the sausage biscuits. We didn't take advantage of a late night beignet, but it's good to know Gerald's is open 24/7. This place was a hit with the kids and adults alike. The inside decor is like one of those old school donut shops from the '80s and makes you feel right at home. The staff is friendly, even amidst how busy it can become, and were handling a parade-heavy weekend like pros. That's all on top of the affordability. I'm not sure why there are so many low reviews because, imho, Gerald's is top notch. read more

This has been on my donut list for awhile and I finally made it over here. I was a little distracted with the low reviews but I had to try, I am so glad I did!!! I go the vanilla glazed with chocolate and some cinnamon sugar minis..... oh so good. Dough was soft and sturdy but not doughy, under or overcooked. Icing was think and sweet, exactly how I like it! I was very satisfied. The service was really great. read more

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This donut and burger joint has become noted for their amazing donuts, breakfast food, lunch food and especially their great burgers which are all available 24 hours a day. I have to say both the cheeseburger and onion rings here are among the all time best I've ever had. I also have to admit I had heard how great the burgers here were but I just refused to believe a 24/7 donut shop could put out a great burger and I'm so glad I was so wrong and the burger here is indeed definitely great. Now I'm not a fan of donuts but plenty of folks I know who are all proclaim how great the donuts here are as well and I have to say the donuts look so great I was even tempted to think about sampling some but I didn't. Overall this is a great spot and among the very few left where you can get 24/7 food and really good food at that! My video review of Gerald's Donuts & Burgers is here: https://youtu.be/pz_5lQ0Tk7M read more

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Happy to make your acquaintance Mrs. 24 hour donut & burger establishment. I will admit, how I came to visit, was that I phoned in an order and didn't receive all of the items I ordered, so putting in a call, I was offered FREE DONUTS, hence the reason for the in person visit. We were provided a half dozen of free donuts for the inconvenience of missing food items. So on this particular day yeah, I journeyed in to make good on those free donuts. And oh, to my surprise, I've found a 24-hour eatery in this post-Covid world. It is quintessentially important to know of places like this to eat. I found the staff to be understaffed, and the wait time was a little longer than it should've been considering I was the only person in the place, less the patron on the bar stool that was watching TV; but isn't that the norm nowadays. However, when I was greeted and advised of the selections avail to me. The young lady was more than helpful. She advised me of what my choices were, and quickly bagged them up for me to head out the door; another stick and move caper, I'm proud to announce. The donuts were very tasty, light and fluffy, and considering it was the middle of the day, because this is when I went, they still were fresh. As a matter of fact, I can recall seeing her coming in and out with trays of donuts, so it seems like they cook and prepare donuts on a regular basis, YESSSS!!!! This makes me happy. I love donuts. Donuts are good at any time of the day don't you agree? I found the pricing to be fair. Pretty much in line with standard pricing for the area. read more

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Ambiance is spectacular. Staff so very friendly. Best donuts in town. Hash-browns are excellent!

I passed this place leaving out of St Bernard just about everyday. It was early morning I was heading into work and wanted some so good and hot. I got a hot sausage egg and cheese croissant sandwich with tots. I called it in when I arrived the place was filled with customer whom all looked and greeted as if they worked there. Walked up to the counter was immediately greeted and asked how can I help you. My order was waiting and (HOT!!!) this place is a cozy very chilled laid back space that seem to be open 24/7 LOVE THAT!!! My sandwich was amazing!!! Yes I will be back to get donuts and a hot coffee or maybe a cold one!!! read more

I ordered 6 wings with fries and a dozen of donuts. The total for that was $37.92. When I received my food, I opened it up to look at it. I basically had no fries. They have given me not even a hand full. So, I asked the server there was a mistake. The cook didn't give me enough fries with my order. She told me If I want more I would have to order another serving of fries, because that is what they normally serve. Now, this is after 1am in the morning. I just got off work and I'm starving. So, to not make a fuss. I ordered onion rings which came up to $5.49 in total. When they brought it to me, it was five onion rings. I counted them. I just left in disgust. When I got home I started eating the onion rings. I instantly became mad. I couldn't tell when I was in the restaurant because of the batter. These people have fried the outer layer of the onion, the skin part. I'm chewing and was wondering why its hard to chew. Mind you I live 30 mins away from this restaurant. The wings was not good, I've definitely had better. The donuts were ok. I gave a donut to my niece and she's 9. She didn't like it and she loves donuts. I spent a total of $43.41 and wish I haven't. I would NEVER go back to this place. The portions and the taste of the food was not satisfying. The only reason I went in the first place is because it's open 24 hours and I have just got off work that early morning. I don't recommend this place to anyone. There's to many good restaurants in Louisiana to deal with this establishment. This all took place on 10/11/25. read more

The place smelled like smoke I know they have video poker there, but they also serve food. I used to buy donuts there when I lived in Arabi, but even so they used to be good. They have to smell like smoke now. read more

Geralds donuts have been my long time favorite in the city. Beating absolutely every one of the fancy and non fancy donut staples. It's the best. I've been wanted to eat a full meal here for a while. The menu is pretty comprehensive and looks solid. Plus, they've continued to grow and I've never heard a complaint. I rated it a 5 star not because it's the best burger ever (although pretty dang good) or the best service but because 1, the donuts and 2, it's EXACTLY what you should expect at this little Arabi gem. Although, the tater tots are perfection. The burgers are REALLY good and I am intrigued by their breakfast including chicken & waffles. Lots of toppings and side options (we added fried pickles). It's not fancy, no ones rushing to service you. But they do have a drive through and a whole lot of character. It's a fun place to sit and eat, everyone's friendly (like ya mama/BF friendly) and it's pretty cheap for delicious quick serve food. What else is important?!? read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - Geralds burgers, tots, onion rings and pickles!! - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

Great selection of donuts and kind service even though they were busy! Everyone seated for breakfast seemed to be having a good time and enjoyed their coffee. This place was recommended to me by a local. read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - Raspberry filled, m&m with chocolate glaze, chocolate glazed, Mardi Gras, regular glazed, and Boston crème filled donuts. - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

The beignets here are always so fresh and hot! They even have a drive thru! Me and my boys would order the beignets in the drive thru then go to the parking lot at eat them! So good! We stacked the beignets and used that as a bday cake for my son! Also the staff were always so friendly. We went there 4 times during our weekend trip. read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - Beignets stacked like a cake! - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

They made my order wrong and refused to remake it when i called them. I ordered 6 hot shot sliders add mayo and lettuce. The website states they come with mustard, pickles and onions. The order i received had only mayo and lettuce and the lettuce(which costs extra) is old and shriveled. When I called them and explained what happened i was told they would not remake it but i could drive back there and they would add the original items to the existing sliders. It is extremely unprofessional for them to expect me to drive back for them to add condiments to cold food instead of them remaking the order to correct their mistake. I would not recommend this place due to such shady business tactics. read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - My receipt showing I requested that they add mayo and lettuce, not ONLY mayo and lettuce. - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

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I don't know what food you had I would try that anymore I tried multiple times I would never go again but the waitresses was great read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

Donuts were cold and stale, biscuit and bacon seemed was also cold to the touch and seemed stale also missing the egg. Horrible experience. 0/10. Worker was also rude. read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - What we got - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

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AMAZING burger!!! I have been searching for a good homemade burger for the longest time. I finally found it!! The patty was well-seasoned, juicy and HUGE. So much food and won't break the bank! I am extremely picky when it comes to food and I highly recommend!!! read more

My family and I came for dinner and donuts. We got 18 mini burgers and they were served on stale bread, with the meat over cooked, and 12 of them were cold by the time they came out. So it was over cooked and then cold. We also got a club sandwich which was very good but that's about all. I could deal with cold food, but when we said the food was cold the waitress was very nice and took the food in the back. We could hear the cook yelling about us from the back and being down right ugly. To the point my father and boyfriend had to speak up about it. Come to find out, the cook was actually the manager. I do not know who put this disgraceful man in charge of this place, but it was a mistake. Then to hear his loud mouth talking about his dental appointment and his mouth and gums This was an absolutely horrible. We will never come back. This is a usual spot for us... nope, not anymore. (PS. This was over $100 and not one discount given for the food or the sheer disrespect shown to customers). read more

Breakfast at geralds donuts in da parish. 4 am is for college students and reprobates. Grown ups go to bed earlier! Champagne flowed as we toasted the new year. I quit drinking shortly afterwards and we attempted an exit at 1:30 ish. Unable to locate the car on the garage just like Seinfeld episode. Eventually retraced EACH floor until car magically appeared. Sweet! Exit imminent. Sadly God had other plans. Flat tire!!! Napped in garage waiting on AAA. Unloaded trunk to free up spare. Sigh! Tire expertly changed. Headed south to parish and got pulled over by 50! Headlights were turned off in garage manually and not returned to auto setting. No ticket and nice officer. Silver lining! Headed to Waffle House. Closed! Headed to pastry pantry. Closed! Geralds for the win possibly. Waiting along with 20 other patrons at 4 am to order. My lovely companion has pointed out we are too old for this shit. This is an astute observation. Could not resist sharing this travelogue. Happy new year bitches! Peace out. The bed beckons. read more

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I've been going to Gerald's for about 5 years now. I actually stay up the street . So I tend to visit them often . The past 2-3 years they have been getting over and food actually sucks and not even worth a hangover meal . They pre bag the fries (I know because I know the workers I've been going there 3-4 years) you only get about 12 fries with you meal and they overly charge. One day it's 13 one day it's 18 one day it's 19 another 15 always same meal. I'll continue to complain u til they close or change they service. I'll also upload my receipt with meal. His service sucks they service sucks . read more

The best donuts in all of the land. I've had my share of donuts, but the consistency, creativity, and prices of these donuts pit them on top of my list. And if you luck out and get them hott glazed, OMG . Any bacon connoction they have is also a must try. Maple bacon will change your life. They also have the best king cake, in my unprofessional opinion. I just had a young server by the name of Brooklyn serve me my breakfast this morning. And she was the only one behind the counter, doing 3 things at once considering they also have a drive thru, and she didn't miss a beat. Service here is always too notch. And 24 hours, Geralds is a New Orleans treasure. About 3 minutes outside the parish :). read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - Best doughnuts in the free world. - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

We've been sitting in the drive thru for almost half an hour. Got fucks sake, your donuts aren't good enough to wait this fucking long. Slow ass place. read more

Well, sometimes you double across a place that's a treasure and other times you find trash. This donut shop is not clean, way too expensive for breakfast lunch or dinner and I feel like maybe I was looking at prices for 2030 rather than 2023 for their donuts. They have some novelty flavors and the staff is sweet, 3 to 4 of the nicest women you'll ever meet. But I wouldn't come back here if it was free. read more

Overall I did not like the way the ground burger meat tasted. I expected a classic diner style burger and it tasted like soft meatloaf on a bun. Otherwise big portion plenty of food to eat if your hungry. read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - Three meat omelette - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

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Great place to eat something fast....service is A1 and the food comes out hot and ready. The food is always fresh and cooked to your liking. The menu has plenty of options from donut holes to chicken tenders. The coffee is always hot and they serve an early bird breakfast special. read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - 6 piece chicken tenders - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

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the delivery that was ordered was wrong and they gave me cooled fries and not cheese fries. also we ordered donuts they were very old and not fresh. it was very disappointing and a waste of money! read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

Just riding through on the way to downtown and decided to give Gerald's a shot. I was with my nephew's so lucky me they had lots of options that appealed to them. They ordered the 3 piece chicken tender platter with fries. I had 3 mini shrimp sandwiches dressed. The food arrived piping hot and the service was very nice. I would definitely return. read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - 2) 3 piece chicken tender platters w fries & a 3 shrimp sandwich plate dressed - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

Boyfriend came home with this, and bruh.....are y'all serious?!?! The biscuit is raw in the middle. I'm DONE!!! The next time I get there in person, someone is getting yelled at. I really hope this places closes down because they really don't give a s*** about quality. read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - Raw biscuit - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

Great donuts and breakfast spot with a huge outdoor sitting area and lots of counter seating available. Mornings are packed as the regulars come in for their breakfast sandwiches, omelettes and giant cinnamon rolls. Everything is cooked to order omelettes are the perfect size and all the veggies are fresh! The ladies behind the counter are friendly and fast. Only negatives are no fresh squeezed orange juice and Crystal over Tabasco. Pr. They have a drive-thru for you donuts needs read more

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Tried this establishment for the second time. I sat in the drive through 5 minutes and never acknowledged. I should have left but i came in. I ordered fried catfish and was given Swai.... Although it was hot, i couldn't eat it. The tots were nasty as well. read more

Great food! And friendly staff. Try the most flavorful burger in New Orleans, a fresh donut, or one of their omelettes- you can't go wrong. I've come here for years and love it every time! read more

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I know people have been bashing this place lately. This is a diner not a 5 star restaurant. The waitresses that work here are phenomenal. The food is great and when I was working in New Orleans I came here all the time. The girls knew me by name and remembered what I ordered. They rock and it really feels like home when you go in. Wish they had a chain in Texas. read more

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was traveling home & decided to stop for a chicken salad. Waited 45+ minutes for my ticket to be forgotten. I asked for a refund, was given a box of donuts in exchange for no refund. Ended up giving the donuts back & demanding a refund. Keep in mind I was the ONLY car too & somehow I was forgotten. Won't be coming back anytime soon. Disaster customer service. read more

The regular glazed donuts appeared to be a combination of an old batch and a barely fresh batch. So some donuts had glaze on the glazed donuts and others tasted like plain dough. Wanted to be optimistic about this place but I don't think I'll be going here again. read more

Geralds has the best glazed donuts in the New Orleans area. They are fried golden brown and crispy, they do not even need to be hot to be great which is not and easy thing for me and glazed donuts. While the outside is brown and crispy the inside is nice and moist. The breakfast here is pretty cheap but bland. Do not order the sausage because I have no clue what that disk of tough overcooked meat was so stick with the bacon. The overall winner here are the glazed donuts that are served hot till noon everyday. read more

Went there at 1am and got some fresh hot Donuts. I didn't even want donuts at first but it smelled so good inside the restaurant. The servers were cool also especially for us to be coming in so late. read more

So I had been hearing about Gerald's for a while and when I was leaving Chalmette National Cemetery on Friday, I passed by AND saw they were advertising fried shrimp sliders so I u-turned and headed back. I bought shrimp sliders (sold as 1, 3, 6 or 12) dressed and 3 donuts (y'know for a representative sample) and a GIANT iced tea. The sliders were DELICIOUS; yes it was basically a fried shrimp poboy but on soft rolls with added onion. And yes I am a fan. The donuts were fine to very good. I had ordered a glazed, chocolate glazed and a cake. The cake donut was the weakest and I still wolfed it down. The chocolate glazed was the best and tasted like cocoa. Oh all this deliciousness + the life-giving giant tea? Just over $8. Oh yeah I'll be driving back to Arabi soon. read more

The most horrible experience. I ordered 2 burgers One was a g burger with onion rings One was the medi burger with tater tot.h First of all both burgers were burnt crispy black. Not just both burgers burnt but both burgers on both sides. It was sad because that means the kitchen had to have seen it burned and still pushed it out the kitchen. Thats pretty messed up. I mean it was burnt. Then the tatertots were still half frozen and there was only 8 in the box. Then the FRIES I got with the other one were had to be from the day before because they were just awful and I didn't even order FRIES it was supposed to be onion rings. Wtf. On top of allll of that they over charged my card by 6 dollars and im never getting it back... thanks alot gerald your restaurant sucks! Worst food ever. 30.48 for 2 awful burgers thats flipping outrageous!!! read more

I've been here before and loved it. On Thanksgiving eve, after seeing a movie at Zeitgeist next door, stopped by about 11:15pm. I've had the double BBQ burger before which was yummy (if messy) and enough for two people. This time, knowing I'd be eating a LOT the next day, I got just the single. While the double is probably better value ($9.95 for the single vs. $11.95 for the double), the single was huge and stayed on the bun so was more manageable...and delicious (even tho I got it plain, i.e., not dressed). Plus it came with fries and a soda so was still quite good value. Topped it off with a chocolate bacon donut with white chocolate drizzled on top--sublime! The staff here are always friendly as can be. This is a place worth going out of your way for...and a MUST if you're in the neighborhood! read more

Gerald's Donuts & Burgers - Bacon donut with white chocolate drizzle - Donuts Near Me - Arabi, Louisiana

Based upon several recent experiences I post this as a warning to potential customers . Gerald's after dark until the morning/ day crew comes on is terrible. Even during the day it can be iffy like last week when we went in sat down ordered and was told the cook had walked out and they were waiting for one to come in. waits of an hour or more are common especially late at night and the food is not great. Their highlight is the donuts , which are really good. Complaints to those identified as " managers" seem to have had no effect. read more