Best Early-Morning Coffee Shops in New Orleans

East Carrollton, New Orleans

New Orleans roaster showcasing direct trade, single-origin beans with full transparency from farm to cup in bright Carrollton space

Tulane - Gravier, New Orleans

Uptown roaster serving their own fresh-roasted beans since 2009, with a second location on the Lafitte Greenway

Lower Garden District, New Orleans

Bohemian third-wave coffeehouse with in-house roasting operation, serving award-winning specialty coffee across the city

Central Business District, New Orleans

Locally owned craft coffee spot serving rotating single origin coffees with elevated, approachable espresso in downtown NOLA

Lower Garden District, New Orleans

Modern Lower Garden District cafe featuring brewed-to-order iced pour overs with multiple single origins alongside quality espresso drinks and house-baked goods.

Mid-City, New Orleans

New Orleans roaster committed to direct relationships with origin farms, offering house-roasted single origins in a vibrant Mid-City cafe with indoor and outdoor seating

Tremé / Lafitte, New Orleans

Locally-sourced coffee in historic Tremé, known for dialed-in drip that rivals espresso and a welcoming neighborhood vibe

Bywater, New Orleans

Chef-driven roastery in Bywater crafting responsibly sourced, made-to-order roasts with half-dozen pour over options and espresso

Uptown/Carrollton, New Orleans

New Orleans roaster sourcing single-origin beans with full transparency, building direct farm relationships from Huehuetenango to your cup

Central Business District, New Orleans

Specialty coffee served in a converted historic theater with house-made pastries and a welcoming neighborhood vibe