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Alma Café, New Orleans, LA

Alma Café

4.7
4.7
79 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Owner and Executive Chef Melissa Araujo is a 2024 James Beard Foundation Best Chef Southeast Semifinalist. Alma is an award winning Honduran restaurant located in the historic New Orleans Bywater, just outside the French Quarter.

Alma means soul in Spanish. The menu showcases Chef Melissa Araujo's Honduran heritage and takes each guest on a journey through food and culture. The Soul has many stories to tell; Alma's tale is shared through it's dining experience. From Pollo Chuco, to Bloody Mary's and avocado toast, Alma offers an extensive array of dishes focusing on Honduran Food.

Chef Araujo’s Father was Born in La Ceiba, Honduras and her memories of her childhood are centered around this particular view of the city. The mountains in the back, the ocean, the cool air in my face, my best memories were made in this city. Alma has given me the opportunity to recreate these memories and share them with our guests.

Reservations available Monday- Thursday, Waitlist only on Weekends.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Latin / Spanish, Latin American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 08:00–15:00 Lunch Daily 08:00–15:00 Brunch Daily 08:00–15:00 Dinner Fri 17:00–21:45
  • Phone number
    (504) 381-5877
  • Website
    http://www.eatalmanola.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Melissa Araujo
  • Location
    800 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70117-6737
  • Area
    Bywater
  • Cross Street
    Dauphine St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 79 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Value

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for brunch

  • New Orleans

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans

    Best Value

  • New Orleans

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alma Café in New Orleans is a delightful culinary gem offering "fantastic" food and impeccable service. Guests praise the "amazing" flavors and vibrant atmosphere, making it a favorite brunch spot. The café's unique Honduran dishes and expertly crafted menu keep diners returning. Reservations are recommended for this popular breakfast and brunch destination.

79 Reviews

  1. charlene

    VIP

    Richmond

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been dining at Alma’s for several years for breakfast or lunch. The food is always delicious and service is great. We had huge vegetarian omelet and plantains with refied beans and creme. Always fun place to eat especially in nice weather to be outside!

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  2. Sonia

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Alma has good food. We had an avocado toast and a Louisa toast. The Louisa toast was very good and avocado toast good too but the latter does not deserve the high price. The service was so so but everyone can have a bad day which is fine. However the owner’s behaviour left us bewildered. We happen to have a tax exemption card issued by the US government and used all over the US including the night before in a very good restaurant without a problem. The owner shouted in front of the other 3 tables with people there that she does not give a discount. Of course the card does not ask for a discount but to adhere with US law as US diplomats have abroad. So while the food was good the behaviour will not make us return to the place. There are many super good restaurants in NOLA.

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  3. Cheryl

    Chicago

    49 reviews

    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding. One of the most delicious and original brunches I’ve had in a long time, from start to finish.

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  4. Julie

    Baton Rouge

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. So many things on the menu to try. Definitely worth the trip out from the Quarter.

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  5. Shanda

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I enjoyed the creamy coconut margarita (mocktail) and the Alma breakfast that consisted of eggs, refried beans, avocado, and sweet plantains. I added chorizo. Everything was lovely.

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  6. Lada

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was not just amazing, but outstanding! Chef Melissa Araujo is the best chef! Service was excellent. The cafe is so unique and welcoming. The Alma breakfast and the blueberry pancakes were delicious!

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  7. Flor

    New Orleans

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and all the food we ordered was delicious.

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  8. Nicholas

    VIP

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed chatting with our neighbors and the cocktail was wonderful

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  9. Hillery

    New Orleans

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alma is an exceptional dining experience. The food truly has soul and never disappoints! Highly recommend!

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  10. Bryan

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Actual Honduran gem in the Bywater. Plenty of outdoors seating on a warm November day. Unique food (adult French toast, Honduran enchilada) was an absolute joy.

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FAQs

Alma Café offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Alma Café also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 381-5877.

Alma Café is rated 4.7 stars by 79 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Alma Café

800 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70117-6737

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Dauphine St.
  • Area
    Bywater
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 08:00–15:00 Lunch Daily 08:00–15:00 Brunch Daily 08:00–15:00 Dinner Fri 17:00–21:45
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Latin / Spanish, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Melissa Araujo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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