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

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.

Really one of my favorite places to eat. The salads are huge and delicious. I also love the…read morelattes. The atmosphere is relaxed. There's a nice courtyard garden area for eating outside on nice days.

First and foremost, the vibes at this place are nothing short of amazing. The staff is extremely…read morefriendly, and I feel like every time I go to Cured something is happening such as an artist, a parade, etc. I have not gotten much to eat, but everything looks amazing. I tried a couple of soups, and those did not disappoint. I also had their charcuterie boards, and I'm obsessed. I'm an espresso martini girl, and at Cured they make a superior one. I have not had a better one anywhere yet!

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!

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!

We had an absolutely exceptional dinner at Café Amélie tonight! With the recent rain, the usual…read morepotent French Quarter street smells were washed away, leaving the air beautifully fresh and the temperatures perfectly cool. Though pop-up showers were still lingering, my husband and I decided to take a gamble on courtyard dining--and I am so glad we did! Sheltered under the green umbrellas surrounded by historic brick walls, lush greenery, and rain-kissed citrus trees, the atmosphere was incredibly romantic and peaceful. The courtyard's intimate layout even brought a bit of extra magic to our evening. We sat near another wonderful couple (and their adorable daughter) and became fast friends, sharing laughs and conversation throughout the night. What truly anchored the experience, though, was the incredible service. The staff was remarkably personable, helpful, and welcoming. The dinner itself was excellent from start to finish, showcasing immense culinary skill across every dish. We started with the delicious brussels sprouts and a uniquely seasoned spring/summer gumbo that was unlike any version we've had before (oh, what I would give for the recipe). As for the entrées, the shrimp and grits were phenomenal, and the blackened catfish sandwich with a fresh salad was executed flawlessly...and the bread pudding was fantastic, too! It is rare to find an experience where top-tier hospitality, a breathtaking environment, and great food come together so (seemingly) effortlessly. Café Amélie is an absolute must-visit! We will be back.

We were walking around open to going anywhere for dinner and it was fairly early for dinner. We…read morecame across Cafe Amelie and it looked cute inside and was able to get sat right away. The host was extremely welcoming and friendly. Our server and helpers were over quickly to drop off waters and greet us. I ended up ordered the salmon. With it being so early and only one or 2 other tables besides my friend and me, the food did take longer to come out than I expected it to. Both of us did thoroughly enjoy what we got. The salmon was crispy on the outside with a nice sauce over it. We thought we'd have time to get dessert so we ordered a couple but that too took a very long time. We finally waved down our server to cancel and get the check since we had to be somewhere and he apologized and said their WiFi was going in and out so it could be that it was registering on the kitchen side. That may have explained why our entrees took too long. If it wasn't for the service and the food being great - I would not be thrilled about timing. We got there around 5:30p and had to leave by 7:15p so an almost 2 hours experience that probably could have been 1 hour.

Beautiful decor-- there's a gorgeous mural of a hand painted mountain and the coloring of all the…read moredecor is this peaceful pistachio green. The coffee is pretty solid -- the pistachio latte isn't Starbucks sweet (a good thing imo) and the pistachio flavor is incorporated as both a syrup and a cold foam. They do have non dairy milks!! The barista was very polite and offered some great recommendations. We had cookie butter cheesecake -- this features a biscoff cookies, a blended/whipped biscoff caramel, and then a layered cheesecake situationship. Love it!

This is my go to when I'm on the Westbank and wanting coffee. Matcha too. They have it all and most…read moreimportantly they do it all very well.

The coffee shop within the Barnett hotel. They do have a nice selection of coffees/teas/signature…read moredrinks along with some breakfast items. The employees working here are pretty nice but it's only one person so it'll take time to get your beverages, especially if you're ordering a specialty coffee drink. There's also good amount of seating here if you want to kick your feet up and hang. You're probably better off finding coffee in parts nearby within the city. But I get people would stop here given it's within the hotel.

Came here for coffee and breakfast Friday morning with my friend (we are staying in the hotel…read moreupstairs). The Peach Cobbler latte and Blossom Shakerado are delicious. Our barista, Cameron, was truly great - she was pretty busy and manning the counter alone for the 90 min or so we were hanging out but our drinks were perfect - perfect temperature, so yummy. And she was really chill & friendly. The crowd is a mix of hotel guests and ppl who live & work in the neighborhood. Will return!

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!

The best cheesecake I have ever tried personally so many flavors to choose from. Shop is super cute…read moreand they have grab and go if you just want to pop in and taste a personal cheesecake. Service is always top notch I love going in no matter how busy they are they always make time for you.

Decided to try out this cheesecake place at the domino sugar festival in Arabi. They have a store…read moreconnected to a restaurant named Penny's in the parish, but they were a vendor for the festival that day. I ordered the cookies and cream cheesecake. The people working the table were nice. I enjoyed the flavor and thought it was pretty good. I let my aunt taste it and she felt like it tasted like cookies and cream ice cream and not necessarily like cheese cake. I think she felt this way because it seems like it could've had more of a cream cheese taste. Nonetheless, I enjoyed it.