Eat beignets at Café du Monde

Plan Ahead

Tip: Visit the walk-up window for the quickest service, as the restaurant lines can be very long.

Introduction to Café du Monde

Café du Monde is an essential stop for any trip to New Orleans. Established in 1862, this iconic cafe is located at the end of the French Market, just off Jackson Square. Renowned worldwide, the eatery is famous for its delectable coffee drinks and the original beignet – the official doughnut of Louisiana. This delightful dessert, a deep-fried dough square dusted with powdered sugar, was first brought to Louisiana in the 17th century by the French Acadians, who used to fill these fried fritters with fruit.

Signature Offerings

Beignets

The beignet is a quintessential treat at Café du Monde. It's a delicious, deep-fried dough square generously covered with powdered sugar.

Café au Lait

Another popular item on the menu is the café au lait, which is a delightful blend of milk, coffee, and chicory. The chicory is made from roasted, ground, and brewed chicory root, adding a unique and rich flavor to the coffee.

Multiple Locations

In addition to its original location, Café du Monde has several other branches in New Orleans, including one in City Park.

Hours

The eatery operates 24 hours a day, every day.

For additional details, visit Café du Monde's website.