Cafe Du Monde

"Cafe Du Monde is as vintage as New Orleans gets—they've been serving coffee and beignets in the same location on Jackson Square since 1862. And while it’s one of the most touristy spots in the city, standing in the long, unorganized line is worth it. The beignets are always hot, generously caked in powdered sugar, and make for the most satisfying snack in between all your other eating plans. Grab a table if you find one, and accept the fact that you’re going to show up in the background of someone else’s vacation photos." - zella palmer, carlo mantuano, megan braden perry

"The first Cafe Du Monde opened in 1862 in a stand in the French Market, and ever since, beignets have been the cafe’s calling card. Open seven days a week, Cafe Du Monde’s menu is succinct: beignets, three to an order, doused in confectioners’ sugar; orange juice, and cafe au lait made with chicory." - Beth D'Addono, Clair Lorell

"Though it’s one of the most well-known locales on this list, the powdered sugar-dusted wares found at this Decatur Street classic sets Café du Monde apart from most tourist traps. Take a seat at one of the many formica tables or step up to the to-go window for a bag of pillowy beignets and a cup of chicory coffee — both of which are served in the establishment’s outdoor facade." - Eater Staff

"This iconic stop for beignets and coffee shows up a few times in Treme, whether it be bags of the doughnuts, background shots, or direct appearances." - Missy Frederick

"Cafe Du Monde is as vintage as New Orleans gets. And while it’s one of the most touristy spots in the city, it’s been serving coffee and beignets in the same location on Jackson Square since 1862. The long, unorganized line and near-guarantee of showing up in the background of someone else’s vacation photos is worth it—the beignets are always hot, generously caked in powdered sugar, and make for a satisfying snack in between all your other eating plans." - zella palmer, team infatuation