Coffee Houses in New Orleans Review

Tracie Trog
Coffee Houses In New Orleans, LA.
Neighborhood: New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70122
United States of America
CC's Coffee House -Various locations throughout the New Orleans area
Hours vary by location

The décor is simple, the wait staff is friendly and the music is soothing. The products offered are pastries, a wide range of coffees and teas, which come hot, iced or blended. Their signature drink, the Mochasippi is an indulgence that countless patrons have enjoyed. CC's is a wonderful place to enjoy with your friends or get some studying done. All locations offer free high-speed wireless Internet access and refills on certain drinks.

Zotz Cafe - Located at 8201 Oak Street in New Orleans
Open 24 hours Fridays and Saturdays
11 a.m. - 2 a.m. Sunday-Thursday

This is a unique place indeed. The décor is interesting and work from local artists and Christmas lights adorn the walls. Their menu offers such drinks, like the White Zombie Coffee, which you can get with a cup of Ramen Noodles and a slice of pumpkin pie. There are some vegan friendly foods offered as well.
The music played varies from heavy metal to Billie Holiday - it really depends on what the barista chooses. There is a book exchange rack; free high speed wireless Internet and computers available for public use. T

The Neutral Grounds Coffee House - New Orleans Oldest Coffee House
Located Uptown at 5110 Danneel St. Open Sunday-Thursday
7pm-midnight Friday & Saturday 7pm-1am

This coffee house offers a simple décor, friendly staff, and the menu offers a wide range of coffees, teas and pastries. The baristas are friendly and willing to help patrons. Many colorful locals frequent the shop.
An Open Mic Night is hosted every Sunday and the rest of the week features live bands and spoken word poetry. This is a wonderful way to enjoy an artsy evening with your friends.

Café Envie is located at 1241 Decatur St. Open daily 7am-12pm

The menu coffee house offers breakfast, lunch and dinner and even some alcoholic drinks are served. Refills are available on certain drinks. This brick and mortar coffee house has high ceilings, local artwork on the walls and a simple color scheme. The baristas are personable and play good music - everything from Johnny Cash to The Cure. While this place also offers free high speed Internet, it is an excellent place to sit with a book, study or just people watch. The café is dog friendly, so feel free to take your four-legged friend with you!

Published by Tracie Trog

Tracie resides in New Orleans, LA. She spends her days gardening and yelling at her cats. She is also a major football fan which her husband defines as, "Infinitely cool."  View profile

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  • Patricia Sheasley Sicilia5/5/2009

    Oh, I'm getting he urge to seek out a coffee house, now!

  • L.L. Woodard5/5/2009

    Any and all of these coffee houses sound like great places to relax and hang out. It's always interesting to note the variety of people who come and go from such places.

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