Reviews of Mena's Palace. (Restaurant) in New Orleans (Louisiana).

Mena's Palace

978 Reviews

378 Comments

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Cajun restaurant

200 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Mena's Palace

Anna P.

Average breakfast place but would recommend if you’re not a picky eater and just want a quick bite. Mena’s offers the standard breakfast items such as pancakes, sausages, mash potatoes and omelettes. The portions were huge for my omelette so, I didn’t finish my plate. Taste wise, it was sort of bland. I added a ton of hot sauce to give it a kick. The staff were really friendly and quick to their feet.

Emmanuel Leonard

I had their vegetable omelette and they added some deli turkey for me. It was good. I also had a side of their French toast which was simple yet tasty. I came around 9:00 AM on a Saturday and the place was already packed. It was just me so they were able to seat me quickly. Overall positive experience.

Hanan Hamad

Excellent food and service.. We tried Two Egg Breakfast, which was delicious, and the Grilled Chicken Breast from the lunch menu which was so delicious as well ! the waitresses were friendly and the food came out quickly. I would definitely recommend this place !!

Darnell Kebo

5/12: Popped in for a quick bite to eat. Ordered the veggie omelette with Cajun Grits, side Andouille Sausage, and Shrimp Creole omelette. Everything tasted yummy. Cajun grits weren't really that flavorful. Service was nice however a bit slow.

Amanda Nelson

First time visitor but I must've walked past this place a hundred times. Never again!!! Came with my Mom for breakfast and had Jade as a server; despite the Monday morning breakfast rush she was crazy efficient and very sweet. The cajun grits were incredible and the hot sausage? So tasty. Highly recommend.

Matt

Was seated right away around lunch time with no wait time. Can see how the place can get crowded though but still not nearly as crowded as the places nearby. Has almost like a diner feel. Staff was great and really accommodating. Got the fried catfish and some breakfast items. Food was great.

Vernell P

The food at Mena's was delicious. We were seated quickly and the wait staff was friendly and attentive. So much so, that we ate there 3 time during our week stay.

Innocent Anazia

We had an amazing time at this restaurant the food was really great and the service was even better she took her time to explain everything and we had someone allergic to work so she double checked everything for us. It was right around the corner from our hotel so before we left we actually took food to go. Sorry I forgot your name that she was the sweetest little lady. Get there early because it does get packed.

Mikkel R. Jakobsen

Really nice place with great food and service. Went here for the po's boy and got one with catfish. It was delishious! Family got today's special of red beans with fried chicken, and a tomato salad. All very good.

April Bennington

Met some friends here for breakfast that were staying at the nearby Quarter House. I’ve eaten here several times over my years visiting New Orleans. I never rave about Mena’s, but the food is always comforting my coffee stayed hot and the service is good. This time we all had a grapefruit mimosa to start. We also all had a huge bowl of grits (should have shared one) and I had French toast while my friends had the Two Egg Special. FYI- they offer daily lunch specials every day but Sunday for $12-$14.

Fran

The popcorn shrimp Caesar salad is seriously underrated. Get it if you want something semi healthy to hold you over in between mimosas and other drinks on bourbon street.

Ralph Aguilera

Great service, extremely sweet, and breakfast was delicious. I love that the coffee kept on coming.

David Johnson

We were actually in a long line for breakfast around the block at Ruby Slipper, but we were not confident in how long it was going to take. We decided to walk around and look for something else and found this amazing place just a block away! The eggs were perfectly cooked, bacon was perfectly fried and the potatoes were yummy! Go ahead and do their house made Bloody Mary too!

JackFlash64

A great place to go for breakfast. Great food and service, particularly good breakfast potato’s and breakfast cocktails too.

Juliana Velez

I have been in NO for 3 days and this is the best breakfast I had ❤️! French Toast and eggs with cheese my recommendation. We just love the customer service and great food!

Clarissa Hood

My husband and I ate there this morning and it was amazing. The food was great, friendly staff, and great atmosphere. The pancakes were huge, delicious, and cooked just right. Bacon cooked perfect and grits well cooked. Great experience overall. I highly recommend this restaurant.

M Catalla

If I was rating the food alone I may have gone with three stars. Perhaps I just got there on a bad day as people had raved about the food. But the Fried shrimp and french fries, while plentiful, had the taste of cooked in old oil. If anything, I could only eat a quarter of the plate. I will say, if you order a salad, definitely go for their home made dressing. It's an Italian style that had the perfect amount of herbs and spices. The service is also wonderful. The service and personalities was like walking into a 1960s small town diner. Laid back and made you feel like you were a regular.

Kay Burgess

The food was gave good portions pan cake could not eat them all . Waitress very nice .

Mike B

Mena's is an excellent spot for a classic breakfast or brunch. The menu and food are simple, but if you want that diner style breakfast, this is the place. Service is fast and friendly. We've only been in the morning, but their lunch offerings look great as well.

Chris Phu

Fantastic food - the fried catfish and mashed potatoes were absolutely delicious. Staff were very friendly and food came out of the kitchen with decent speed despite how busy they were. No excuse not to stop by if you're within walking distance.

Katerina Coops

Wonderful local cuisine (the "annoyingly good food" level), very friendly service and well, American portions 😉

‫איתמר הברק (הברק)‬

Very nice food but one thing is bad the waitress

Tynesia Watson

The shrimp po boy was AWESOME! The bread was a little hard but, it didn't take away from the taste. I gave it 4 stars because the waitress we had wasn't very friendly or welcoming yet, we observed her act differently towards the people who cam in after us.

Michael O'Keefe

My first time I NOLA but travel extensively. Mena's is as good as it gets anywhere. The staffs friendly and attentive. I had the split po boy, catfish and shrimp, top notch. If you want a comfy spot with great food and local flavor. Look no further.

James Hulse

While staying at our hotel, another guest suggested we try Mena's Palace. We decided to try a late lunch, and we were very pleased with the food and service. I had the special, baked chicken with dirty rice with a cup of gumbo, which was delicious. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Cris Bee

Great food! Nice variety of food and sandwiches, server was really lovely. My grandpa said it was the best roast beef sandwich he’s had. Even my grandmother liked it and she usually isn’t a fan.

James Johnson

Sometimes you have to be patient. We had ordered our lunches albeit w/o the oyster po' boys we had been searching for. My sandwich came very late. After everyone had eaten at least half their meals, the server came to me to explain that the catfish had not looked good and they decided to start over. Anyone who appreciates seafood welcomes the kitchen throwing away food that isn't good. What came out later was excellent. Three cheers for restaurant operators with that kind of integrity along with great flavor.

Zero Hd

It's a really busy place with regulars, but unfortunately not the place for me. There was a line, but it moved quickly. The server was really nice, but she had a lot on her plate and it took us a while to order. We got the seafood platter and honestly nothing special. Tasted like regular fried food. Gumbo was nice though. Make sure to stand behind the black pole and don't just walk in like we did. Costumers would redirect you back in the line 😂

Nat Bell O knee

Ok breakfast, Cajun tasso was not real tasso no spice to it. But good anyway

Bronson Gibbs

I'm a regular to New Orleans and no trip would be complete with eating at Mena's. I usually have an Omelette or pancakes and both are awesome. The service is tops! The staff treat me like family when I visit. I highly recommend Mena's.

Mack McK

The food was ok. My wife enjoyed hers. I got the sausage omelet and was disappointed that it wasn't flavorful, spicy. It was crowded and we had a wait but it was organized and went fast.

Marley Stafford

My son and I arrived starving and were greeted with Great Service and Great Food. Apps were cheesesticks and gumbo which were great. Entrees were Shrimp Creole (one of best I've had) and my son had grilled chicken and a loaded potato.

Matt Goldstein

What a nice place for breakfast. We got in just before it filled up. By the time we left, there was a line waiting to get in. The rye toast was very good. I'm not fond of the bread in most of the country. The rye bread was very good. We shared a swiss omelette and a side of grits. That was more food than we could finish. As is our habit, we took the leftovers to go and found a homeless person to give them to. One small touch was that they brought my tea with the tea bag already in the hot water. Most restaurants leave the tea bag on the side.

3940 Sound

First trip to New Orleans and found Mena’s via Google search. The food was delicious and the portions were generous. Definitely going to make another stop there.

Keren Gomez

This place is most definitely open!! We have been here twice on our visit to New Orleans this Christmas season and will most likely be back a third time & of course every time we come back into town!! We enjoyed their breakfast which they serve until noon! I’m coming back for their bread pudding & lunch! Their andouille sausage omelet is amazing! We absolutely love their breakfast potatoes! Let me tell you about their bacon! Yummy! What originally brought me here was a picture of their bacon & hot cakes!! They lived up to the pictures!! You come in and seat yourself! We enjoyed all of our visits! Make sure you try a drink from their bar!! They have a lemon cello mimosas drink!!

Perks Advisor

When I go to New Orleans my meal metric is whether the food is worth the caloric intake or not (after all you are in New Orleans). Mena’s fell short of my metric on this visit and I place it in the average category. I had the fried oysters which were plump and not overly breaded. They also had a pleasant flavor. However, the accompanying salad was merely a pile of iceberg lettuce. The french fries tasted like soggy cardboard and not worth the effort. Judging my the lines this place is very popular, however with so many other dining options you may want to explore elsewhere. In fairness, my sample was only one all fried food dish so maybe its the other options that bring in the lines.

Richard Cardone Blackcat (FeketeMacska)

Had the Cajun omelet! Oh, I could eat this every day! So good. Easy breakfast/lunch place; it was so nice to have a no-fuss meal with super friendly staff!

Alexander Heredia

I had their chicken gyro plate and it was so good! It comes with a side salad with an amazing dressing. 100% recommend

Lipkvich Fabrication

The creole shrimp omlete with a side of home fries is an excellent combination for those who like some sauce left on the plate to sop up and mix with your side. The home fries are not what I would consider "homefries" persay, however seasoned well and a perfect companion to soak up that shimpy goodness.

Daniel Zuniga

Great breakfast spot. Eggs, bacon, toast and grits. Doesnt get any more comforting than that. Good coffee as well.

Kyle Dahl

Overall: A quality diner in the heart of the Bourbon St. neighborhood. The good: Walked right in and sat down and were immediately tended to. The menu is pretty extensive regardless of whether you want breakfast or lunch, and there’s different specials every day. The prices are great, especially compared to some of the other rip-offs in the area. My salad came with a huge “do-it-yourself” salad mixer, which meant the dressing was fresh. The red beans and rice hit the gut in the right spot, as did the rest of the guys’ lunches. And, the portion sizes were huge to match. The not-so-good: The restaurant was freezing and the presentation could’ve been a tad better, but that said it is a diner so I don’t want to criticize too much. The service, while friendly, was a bit on the slower side at times, and we had to get our own hot sauces from other tables. Food/Drink: 8/10 Service: 8/10 Atmosphere: 8/10

Tiffany Anderson

Small space but lovely and fast turn around. Po-boys are delicious. Add an order of fries because they are perfection. Staff is very friendly! Went a second time for a quick breakfast. The menu is limited but everything was cooked to perfection.

David Reynolds

We stopped in for a quick bite between lunch and dinner had the shrimp remoulade and boudin balls and they are very good definitely recommend

Zabrina Gitana

Great service front and back of house. I was flying out and asked if there was a way for them to pack a muffaletta safely to carry on a plane. No issue at all. Got it back to LA a few hours later and the recipient was really happy with how yummy it was!

Shelley Sahu

Adorable corner restaurant/diner! Came for a simple breakfast, and loved it. High quality ingredients, delicious potatoes and grits and eggs. Fast and friendly service, no wait at 9am on a Sunday. Highly recommend for a simple quality breakfast.

Erik Wickley-Olsen

Good serving size. I thought the omelet could use a little more spice. I would go again.

Mark McNees

Great little Cafe. Huge salads and the best chicken noodle soup I've ever had.

Jeremy Mejia

Absolutely love this place! Coffee is great. I ordered the pork omelet with American cheese the first time and french toast with bacon the next. Food is 👌. I had the pleasure to meet the owner Leo, who is an 76 yr old immigrant from Greece. Nicest guy who let me try the potatoes with cheese and bacon. Also delicious 😋 …

Donal Ó Mearain

Very tasty breakfast place. My friend got the mufelata and it was really tasty. My veal parmigian was a close second. The service was really good and table turniver was fast enough that we got seated easily enough. Its a pretty tight fit but that adds to the charm. Definitely good for groups and reasonably priced. Wouldn't say its an essentiall NOLA visit, but you wint go wrong for breakfast.

Chuck Linderman

Mena'sPalace sure don't look like much..but don't judge a restaurant on it's exterior looks. We had dinner on the curb because of Covid Capicity regulations. Their specials change from day to day. Today was red beans and rice with fried chicken. The beans and rice was easily enough to feed two. The fried chicken was absolutely delicious. I love man sized portions but this pushed my ability to clean my plate. Wonderful dining experience and super nice staff made this a very memorable meal.

Linda Loera

The best breakfast I've ever had. Eggs, toast, sausage and amazing grits. The staff was outstanding. Our waitress took the time to write a list of places in New Orleans that we should visit. Great suggestions and directions.

Dameon Graham

Amazing amazing food. I'm only mad I didn't find it the first 4 times that I was in New Orleans.

Tina McDaniel

Was well worth the 20 minute wait. 7 in our party and everyone of us thought their food was great. Our server was outstanding. Mozzarella sticks and veal parmesan were amazing!! Highly recommend.

Javier Diaz

Just happened to walk in. The food is very good and the staff super friendly. My wife and spent the late morning looking for somewhere to eat breakfast and everything was packed with long lines. Menas seated us right away. I would definitely recommend for breakfast or lunch. Thank you staff at menas for being the first to start out our day on the right foot.

Sondra Gabriel

Fabulous breakfast for two days in a row, and the two waitresses we had both days were just outstanding ladies. Highly recommend Mena's Palace. Solid five star restaurant on all levels.

Jeremy David Johnson

Solid overall. Service was good, food was good but not outstanding. Nice option for a quick brunch.

Caela Walker

This is a lovely find. Great food and our server Margaret was just brilliant. Reasonably priced too. If you want fine dining this is not for you but perfect for a cosy bite to eat.

Alan Gee

Perfect spot for breakfast or lunch. Seems to be home cooked recipes. Great place for good comfort food!

Sue Blackstone

Our absolute favorite place for breakfast, consistently delicious, great service, and the bloody marys!

Katharine Graham

Huge plates of great food! I had the shrimp poboy and got it dressed. I didn't need the fries, but they were great too!

Keneisha Fuller

The food was delicious and not very expensive at all. The place is small and stays packed. They get you in and out. The food comes out quickly but because they needed more help in that busy restaurant, your food might be warm by the time it hits your table. I highly recommend this place.

Keitha Gallien

Great tasting food. Highlights were the hot chocolate and grits the most. 😋

Dytra Lewis

Ate here Sunday morning, during Essence. We were headed to a place we have been before (Daisy Duke's) but the line was toooooo long. As we kept walking, we saw this place. It had a shorter line, breakfast, and lunch (of course) and it stayed open an hour later than DD. We waited a bit, but once we got in, it was all good. We got the waitress whose birthday was on the 4th. She was so sweet, pleasant, and charming (Hey Girl)! I had the 2 eggs (so fluffy!!!!), grits w/ cheddar cheese, 2 sausage patties (delish), added a pancake (had to try it because my neighbors were so pretty-won't again *sad face* batter wasn't the best) and added a catfish!!!! That fish, BAYBAE was DELISH!!!! The lady next to our table had the lunch catfish portion and it just looked so good, I had to get it. Our waitress didn't make it any better either, she raved how good it was! I was so excited when I got my food, my camera did not get to eat first, I did! So, I have no pictures. We also met a lady that comes there every year she comes to Essence. I will definitely add this to my list to go every time I come to NOLA! Oh, my friend had to breakfast potatoes, them thangs were GOODT!!!! I'm so greedy, I would have gotten them instead of that pancake! If you are in town, try them out, they are good, good prices, fast and friendly! Enjoy!

Brooke Beckman-Rader

Awesome and large portions! Great prices!

B R

Really good food and friendly service. You can get a large breakfast for $10. Highly recommend.

Karen Jackson

Catfish was fried perfect and service was good. The atmosphere was ok

Joe Spadea

A good breakfast in the Quarter. It gets crowded so be patient. It has a airy feeling with the doors open even though it is not a large dining room.

Randy Kansky

Wanted a casual place for breakfast. Hotel doorman suggested Mena's. Was short walk from hotel. Got seated immediately. Good breakfast choices. Food was good. Service too. Extra note: a patron waiting for take-out had a medical emergency. Staff was excellent caring for her while waiting for EMTs to arrive.

Michael s.

It was ok, so many other places to eat around this area. You just have to be out there early, or you will have a wait time. Yeah, and I got a parking ticket on Sunday morning.

Glass House Xperience

Just had the best breakfast sandwich. No picture cause we inhaled it. We got the French bread sandwich big enough for two people to share. Great food and service. Friendly staff

Chris Alex

Cozy little place. Friendly staff, fast service, nice New Orleans style food options and reasonable prices.

AJ Lewis

Food was good. Service was cool.

Michael Nelson

Mena's has it all! Excellent breakfast menu, super delicious food and wonderful service. I highly recommend the Tasso omelet.

Sarah-Jane Bennett

Mena's is nice and quaint spot. The service was great and food was delish. They served us timely and the prices were spot on.

Dee Diaz

Yummy place to breakfast 😋. Their home fries are lit. Their wait staff are phenomenal and friendly. We would like to return again and again.

Mills Kelly

I have been eating at Mena's for more than 20 years. Every time I come to New Orleans. It is consistently great and the service is always excellent. This is not a fancy restaurant by any stretch of the imagination. It's just comfy and good. Highly recommended.

nicole whirley

Jade was awesome! Everyone was friendly and inviting! Food was awesome! We went 2 days in a row! We will stop back in on our next trip!

Hager Taha

The VEG omelette was ok but it was of vegetable than egg but the staff was really nice

Ryan Holt

Great little place for breakfast. Food was good and service was fast.

Leigh Ann Dickens

Same staff for the last few years, and they always take good care of me. Thursday lima beans are my FAVORITE.

Jason Grafton

Pretty Good food. Best french toast yet here in New Orleans

Lisa

Delicious food, loved the vibe & scenery

Erika Stacy

Breakfast was delicious - French Toast with bacon for me and the 2 egg with sausage patties and home fries for hubby. Plenty of food! Service was friendly and attentive. A must to anytime we're in NOLA

Rita Buchanan

Breakfast is awesome. Staff friendly. Clean. Location nice.

Sommer Adams

The food and service was so great that we went two days in a row. And if there’s a wait to get in, it’s worth it!!!

Mandy Patchin

This is the first breakfast place with came to on day 2 and there breakfast sandwich is amazing! You can definitely share this sandwich, add tomatoe, lettuce and mayo. Mmmmm Mmmmm Mmmmm. Come you won't be disappointed! Plus love how they call you baby ❤️

Loreen Porter

The breakfast was delicious and the price was reasonable.. this is a must try

Adam Hamilton

The Cajun Omelette was excellent! Not too spicy, but just enough heat! The staff were kind and friendly. It felt like I was family. Highly recommend.

James Campbell

Really good breakfast. Empty this morning. Good service. Excellent potatoes. Best I've eaten in years. Wife isn't a breakfast person and was totally satisfied as well. Highly suggested. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Sepid Kh

Grate food and service. Best price in area.

Scott gibb01

Fantastic way to start the day ! Delicious food & the coffee keeps coming, thanks so much Diamond 💎 👌🏻 …

Kayla Rhys Lazrine

Everytime my family comes to New Orleans we eat breakfast here!! We got a recommendation from an employee at our hotel and it never disappoints! We tend to eat breakfast here every morning we are in town! The waitresses are always amazing, it’s in a great location, and has amazing food! Try this place out!!

Kyle Franklin

Good and service were very good. Tasted cream in the grits.

casey and sabrina Evans

Waitresses are amazing, establishment is clean and has an amazing charm. The food was great and came out quickly. AGAIN, the waitresses are awesome. I RECOMMEND THIS PLACE IF YOUR ARE GOING TO NOLA IT IS A MUST EAT AT.

roberta kipper

Excellent, they even make their own spice mix. The chef make a new batch. A bargain at 5.00. Breakfast was wonderful, we were a party of 6, so among us we had french toast, omeletted and eggs and bacon. Grits were awesome

Gary Galante

Still mighty fine after all these years.

Jeff Amberson

Second best meal of the trip. Best food in the French Quarter.

Bridget Billman

Great food. Great service. A little wait but it was worth it.

Brett Penney

One of our GO TO spots when we're in the Big Easy. Everything is delicious & she's done wonderful things with the decor. Went during Mardi Gras 2022 & it was once again, AMAZING! So happy to see this establishment made it thru the pandemic!

Tru Walker

Food, well seasoned. Service, needs much improvement. I was there with five kids and I really think we were serviced poorly because of it. There were four different parties, of various sizes (one being a party of five), that arrived after we were seated that not only ate before our food touched the table, but three tables paid their bills and departed the restaurant while we were STILL waiting for food. Now, you would assume we order the most extravagant meals. Nope, only soups and sandwiches. The only reason I didn't loose my cool and storm out of there was because I needed to be a good example to the hungry children I cared for that day. Will I return? I have no intentions!

Kevin Murphy

Quaint place with decent prices and a good menu!

Mike McKinney

Omelets tasty and right-sized ( not huge ones, but filling). The Cajun Grits with house made tasso are great. Crowded, but tables turn fast for breakfast.

Steve Pascoe

Stumbled on this place for late lunch. Wait staff was great and obviously caters to locals. Only downside was that I went on Monday, but due to staffing shortages not open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, therefore I only got to try the red beans and rice with chicken...will stop in next time in NOLA to try other items. Oh yah and forgot...had to buy a bottle of their Italian dressing...sooo good.

Cookie Cookie

Cute little place. Waiter was super friendly. Bad reviews are from people wanting way to much. What I wanted was a good breakfast and a coffee that wasn't burnt. I got it. When I come back to the big easy it's on my list

A Brou

Great little local spot. The server was a little dry at first, but I think it’s because we walked in 30 minutes before closing. Reasonable prices and generous portions. We were under the impression that breakfast was served all day (Sunday), but it’s not. We were disappointed, but still satisfied with our meals. The manager was very courteous and gracious. Recommended 👌

glen wall

Get there early if you don't want to wait in line. It was excellent food. Grits! I suggest the grits. The coffee is excellent also. It's a block off of Canal Street in the French Quarter.

Robert Brown

Have a big appetite if you want pancakes, they are huge.

Andrew Marks

Food was pretty good. It's a small little diner like place. Homemade chili was very good and fries were great. Chicken friend steak was great too but the mashed potatoes tasted like they were from a box. Turkey club sandwich was good. Spices on the food taste great. They make their own homemade spice mix which we were able to buy to bring home!

melissa warren

The staff is really sweet and the food is delicious. I recommend the poor boys full dressed. The prices for French quarter were great too. I'm sure they get busy sometimes, we were very lucky to not have a wait.

John Pattaras (JP)

Great food. Had a late lunch. A bit expensive but in the heart of canal street tourist area. Great service

Warren Guillot

This one of the best restaurants in the French Quarter

James Heck

Excellent food, service and competitive prices.

Ian Tiele

Nice New Orleans restaurant. Went there with my girlfriend, Loretta for breakfast and enjoyed it. Good food and friendly efficient staff. Would have gone back for dinner but they close Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Milo

Best fries ever! Crispy on the outside, warm and soft on the inside. The waitress was attentive and kind and kept us updated on the status of our order even though we weren’t in a rush. The burger was succulent. The gumbo was flavorful but a little thin; still delicious.

Miiz Miiz

Love us some Mena’s. The best home fries I’ve tasted thus far. The pancakes and french toast you must try. The staff is friendly and the service is always great. During city events they will get crowded and a line will form. But it’s worth the wait.

Alyssa Carter

Mena’s is a must when we’re in the Quarter! It’s certainly not fancy, but it’s clean and comfortable. Their menus are paper and written in a chalkboard. Waitresses are friendly and efficient. Miss Ellie, the owner, is always welcoming. I’ve carried out from there so often that I’m greeted like an old friend. Prices are quite reasonable and portions are plentiful. And the food is absolutely delicious!

AJ Socolow Burns

One of our favorite breakfast places in New Orleans!

Robert Benton

Friendly staff, largest breakfast I found in NOLA at a fair price. Small, but cozy atmosphere. I walked to seven places that served breakfast and Mena’s was the one that won me over.

Fabio Soto

Our breakfast was incredible and our waitress was exceptional. Fast and friendly, but most important Anne Marie had a beautiful Irish accent and I want to marry her. :)

Priscilla A

Silence ..... The silence It’s because I’m salivating and lost in a daydream about the food. Sweet Mother of all that is heavenly——I will never forget the food I had at this place. I had a chicken salad sandwich and a side salad. When I tell you that it was the best sandwich that I had in my life.. I kid you not. I’m allergic to seafood so I’m not into the traditional New Orleans fare. This was the best food I had throughout my weeklong visit to New Orleans. The sandwich had chicken thighs, red onions, and just pure goodness. I am over here speaking in every language that I know trying to express the goodness that was this sandwich. I tried the potato salad as well from someone else’s plate and that was amazing too. Everything was so fresh and homemade!!! I still have no words. To all in the universe, please visit this place. Mark my words this will be one of the best places that you visit in New Orleans. If anyone at Mena’s Palace is seeing this please message me the recipe for the chicken salad or let’s negotiate a way for you to overnight me a sandwich on a monthly basis.... A girl can only hope 🤗🤣

Celine Dumberry

Very good food and staff are wonderful!

Rob Garfield

It is so hard to find a place like this. I travel the country moving musicians and shows on a tour bus. I can say that is is an awesome place for breakfast. Excellent food, friendly staff, and great atmosphere. I had a simple breakfast,....eggs over medium, hash browns, bacon ,and rye toast with coffee for $13. Eggs were perfect and bacon was plentiful and tasty! Its just around the corner from House of Blues and was one of the best breakfasts Ive had in a long time. Definitely going to recommend to everyone I know and remember this place for when I come into town with another show. Sure wish there were more places like this in the country. Good old fashioned home cooking at its best!! Dennys and Cracker Barrel can't even come close to this place...Excellent job ladies!!

Lyndon Wang

Red beans and rice with sausage, fried chicken, seafood gumbo. All tasty. Service decent.

Estelle Wiggins

Good Eats!!!!...even ordered for following day (breakfast) due to them being closed.

R Allen

Mena's place is great!! The food, the service, and the location.

Theresa Barratt

We found this little gem of a restaurant and were extremely impressed with the wait staff and food.This seemed to be a local favorite and we understood why after eating their shrimp po boys, mufaletta sandwich, red beans and rice as well as their seafood gumbo. We will definitely be back and I highly recommend this little gem.

Alex Dodd

Delicious! This my first and probably favorite meal in Nola. Most amazing red beans n rice I've ever tried! Super friendly service and a central location. Like any breakfast joint in the area, lines can get long, though we were seated right away.

Rebecca “Bex” Howard

I live walking distance from this place… I have called in to pick up… I have dined in… and these unbelievable waitresses have even offered to bring me my food (they don't deliver). Everything on the menu is excellent... it's at a more than fair price... And the service is excellent even on a busy day! Go there... tip well... dont use a Discover card. 💙

Sheila Lo Monaco

No doubt one of the best breakfast I had. Long line completely worth the wait which isn’t that long . Plate sizes are perfect and good price the ambience is spot on. Close to Bourbon St and hotels . Great area to be in. Love going in there specially after a night of drinking and partying .

Amber Becerril

My girlfriends and I went to Mena’s Palace on Mardi Gras morning, we were looking for some good breakfast food. Although we had to wait in line outside the host was very attentive and continued to update us with the wait status. When we sat down the server named Chelsea was amazing. She was very sweet and catering. The food was amazing and the peach mimosa that Chelsea suggested was incredible. The service and the hospitality was so great that we decided to go back again today and specifically asked and waited to be served by Chelsea, and the lunch menu was just as great. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone that wants great service and good home style food. Check out Chelsea because she was great.

Brian Smith

My wife had the Cajun Tasso omelet and loved it. I had the Andouille sausage omelet and loved it. We shared a hot cake and loved it. Great coffee. Very, very reasonable pricing for the Quarter ... Make this your breakfast stop at least once, great little establishment with great service.

Joshua Davis

The absolute hands down best cold roast beef sandwich I have had in a long long time. Very creamy mayo based sauce with the meat drippings on a great french roll. The chili was very tasty. It had no beans for all the purists out there. This is a great stop in the quarter for a quick refuel. Hidden gem, been around forever, no line.

ratnesh kumbhkar

Great place for brunch. The sign at the door asks people to wait to be seated. But there was no host and all servers were busy. After a while, we found a seat. Cajun Omelette and grits were particularly good.

Hal Doueck

Really cute spot with super nice staff and a cute decor. A nice respite from Bourbon Street. Salads are crunchy and fresh, food is packed with flavor and the overall vibe is very relaxed. It's a lovely place for brunch and they've got a brunch menu that's mostly just eggs with home fries and toppings, but would highly recommend referring to their lunch menu instead

Jessi L

Delicious shrimp creole, great daily specials #affordable #friendlystaff

Mishanna Oudit

We went for breakfast, and, while it's a bit small, the food was good. The prices were fairly similar, if a little less than other restaurants of its caliber, so that was a plus. The waitress we had was really nice, and with her jewelry and bearing you could see her fitting right in to 1920's scenery in new Orleans. And I mean that in the best possible way

Lynsey Kirk

Mena's place is a cozy place to have a simple breakfast or delightful lunch. The service was great and we didn't wait long to be seated. The breakfast menu is simple nothing fancy but everything came out cooked perfectly. Eggs over medium, hashbrowns, and toast. I would go back.

Lee McKnight Jr

Ate there for breakfast, delicious andouille omelette. Wife and kids had eggs and pancakes, all loved it. Lunch and dinner menu look great. Muffellata and other NO staples. It is a small place, service was great, very friendly. I actually got the wrong omelette and they brought me a new one-so good, I didn't realize.

E Hansen

Went for breakfast and everything was tasty, servers friendly, and place was clean, but a western omlette with hash browns and an OJ was 20 bucks before tip. This place is nothing special, just a small quiet cafe. You can get breakfast anywhere in town for the same or less $ and I will be looking for something with more character next time.

Alexander Minturn

This restaurant runs like a fine oiled machine. The manager and staff our courteous, efficient and talented. Was the highlight of our dining experience in New Orleans. The food was above excellent. Cannot wait to visit again next year. ❤❤❤

Drmp1018

Busy, yet friendly service. Megan was great. Good food, nice atmosphere. We just popped in because other better known/advertised places had long lines. We lucked out because we were seated right away and had a great meal and a pleasant time. I don’t think we could have done any better at those other places.

Danella Sonnier

Small intimate environment which was great however the food I ordered did not come out as ordered as well as my friends. She requested hash brown however they sent grits and when brought to the attention of the waitress, she returned the plate with remnants of grits still on the plate. Not very appealing for someone that does not eat grits at all...NOT the best experience

Anton Jenkins

Great little neighborhood breakfast and lunch spot! Food and service is very good!

Nick White

Great Po'Boy sandwiches. Great fried tomatoes!

Marn Taylor

In New Orleans working and for fun, I stumbled across this spot looking for a local, moderately priced lunch. Glad I did. The prices are good and portions large. The house made Italian dressing is delicious. Lots of "regulars' come in and the waitresses call them by first name. A very friendly place.

Matt D

Great little spot for breakfast and lunch.

Kari Eisenbraun

We went for a 9am Sunday breakfast. We were out before 10! The food was delicious and filling and alot for the price! Fresh coffee on hand! Megan, our waitress, was awesome! Definitely will go here again

Lauren Prince

This was a great place to go to for breakfast. I had the veggie omelette with home fries. All of it was delicious. The servers were friendly and efficient. Prices were fair. I'd come back again!

Jeremy Wykel

Stopped in about a week ago and had an amazing breakfast. Bloody Mary and the shrimp creole omelette were excellent!

Chris Behrens

I try to eat reasonably healthily even on vacation...I had a tasso egg white omelette with mozzarella cheese, and it was incredible! The wait staff is attentive and friendly... We came back the next day and I had the same thing. Strongly recommended.

Lawrence Rouse

Mena's Place was pretty packed but it also looked like most of the other restaurants were too. The shrimp creole omelette was good and the breakfast sandwich was a large portion.

waz zk

Husband and I had breakfast here. We got our omelets & one plate with 3 pieces of unbutered rye toast. I ordered dry rye and my husband ordered buttered rye. We called the waitress over to let her know that my husband didn't get his toast. She said breakfast comes with only 1 slice. We got 1 slice and a 1/2 of one slice. She never said that toast doesn't come buttered when we ordered. So taken back that I did not say anymore. Food was good but would not come back here.

Tory Skyers

This is the second time my wife and I have been here and we can say with confidence this is one of the best breakfast places in town. It isn't trendy doesn't have a schtick, they just make consistently good food with great service for a reasonable price. The dining area is a little small but accommodates disabilities as well as larger parties. It is quaint and comfortable. The wait can be a little long at time so check the Google busy meter at the bottom of the Google maps entry to see when you should time your visit. They do close in the afternoon so dont let your partying g on bourbon street keep you in bed too long to enjoy Menas.

Christian Moran

Fantastic restaurant. Prices and food was amazing

Moises Duran

Had breakfast-it was ok. My husband had gumbo and said it was good. Saw others with some chicken and fries and that looked better. Our egg were runny, hash potatos were delicious. Pancake was alright. We think lunch would have been better.

elsinorehenry

Wonderful! We ate three meals here and loved every one. The daily lunch specials were superb. The lasagne was rich and meaty and a very generous serving. My oyster poor boy was excellent, and my six year old daughter declared the breakfast hot cake the best she ever had. Mena's is true gem!

Kelsey Peirson

This place was amazing! Originally we were standing in line at Dazy Dukes but one quick glance at the menu, I knew we should try Menas! What amazing food and quick service. If you have to wait, it's totally worth it! The bread for the poboy is phenomenal! We had the hot roast beef. Loved it so much we also ordered one to take with us!

Ryan Luther

Waitress was great. Very friendly and helpful. Good food.

L&I General

My favorite place until now in New Orleans, has all, a nice and quick service, a great number of options in the menu with some specials each day and local beers. What else can be ask, oh yes an acceptable price including the typical NO dishes. I said it, I will definitely be back here in my next trip to the city. See my shrimp creole plate picture.

Speedy Man

My go-to breakfast place. Solid. Prices are reasonable. Staff are very good. You can't go wrong here.

Andrea Dycha

Manager served us at the bar. She was wonderful and attentive. If we had more time we would go back

Amy Jerome

French toast is good, coffee is great! (that always makes breakfast worth while). Attentive service with a smile, a I swear..... cleanest restroom in NOLA! Perfect for a casual breakfast before a day in the French Quarter.

JUNIOR EDWARDS

A wonderful place for breakfast. Good food, pleasant staff. Great experience! Love this place. I'll be back!

Leslie Gregory

Excellent breakfast! Mena is kind, courteous and personable. Decided to go there for lunch as well. Highly recommend.

Pete Gaughan

Three of us were in town for a week and came back again and again—wound up having breakfast here four times! The French toast was cooked perfectly every time; omelettes and such were all fine. And the wait staff was fanTAStic: as friendly as any we’ve seen while traveling while still timely and alert.

JOHN RALLIS

Good diner for (we had breakfast), but unremarkable given the culinary expectations and options in French Quarter NOLA. Still the food was delicious and the service decent. Convenient location to when we stayed and they attract quite a crowd, so get there early.

Will Fraser

Super yummy red beans and rice, and a house-made Italian dressing that is perfect in compliments to the fresh salad and French bread. I’d do it again in a heartbeat!

Suzanne Croushore

Excellent!! This was my first stop for lunch when arriving in New Orleans. The chicken and dirty rice was delicious!! The beet salad was also a perfect beginning for our 4 day visit to the city. I would definitely eat here if ever in New Orleans again!!!

laoneday

Underwelming for the area. The coffee was good, the food was typical diner fair. I only stopped in because there wasn't a line and other breakfast spots were very busy. It really wasn't bad, just average for basic breakfast.

Stacy Holley

The food here is delicious! Great po’boys. Wonderful red beans and rice. And fried chicken to die for. And, the best service we have had-quick, informative, and friendly. You should eat here.

Alix LaFortune

This place was amazing. I went with my family and sampled from everyone’s plate. Everything was so good! The fried chicken had so much flavor and the catfish was great too. I don’t even eat seafood but enjoyed the catfish.

Maria Livolsi

Amazing breakfast restaurant! Quick and very yummy! Robin was our waitresss and she was so helpful and sweet! She suggested Cajun homefries and they were hands down my favorite home fries in New Orleans! 10/10 would go again! Thank you robin!!!

Dean Schermerhorn

Unreal. When we stayed at Marriott we had breakfast here everyday for three days. So good, so well priced, and had touches of authentic southern cooking for sure. Go here.

Matthew Savage

Our go to place for breakfast in New Orleans. Great omelets!

Michael Coyne

Excellent breakfast. Was quick and the service was good. Had the #1 - two eggs with bacon and hash browns. Eggs were cooked perfectly, which isn't always the case when getting them over easy.

Angela Depew

Finally made it back to the French Quarter had to have breakfast at our favorite place celebrating our 11th anniversary the bloody Mary's were awesome went great with breakfast. The atmosphere and the service is great stop by and meet the lovely ladies serving with a smile and full of information if you've never been to the Quarter they can guide you to great places!

Paz Cabrera

Absolutely delicious food! Must try MUFFELOTTA and the HAMBURGER STEAK Very good food and customer service

Kim Lehman

We ordered the catfish platter $12.50 and muffaletta $11.50. The platter came with fries and a side salad; the muffaletta didn't come with anything but it was huge. The food was great! The muffaletta was very oily, but it was the first time I ever had one so maybe that's typical.

Cedric Rogers

Best home fries. Very comfortable dining with a friendly staff.

Sdogrn8 Run

They had a menu selection to fit anyones palate. I had one of the Friday Specials: Crab cakes with mixed vegetables and salad, plus added a cup of Seafood gumbo (which I didn't have to do because the crab cakes were enough, but I'm glad I did. The crab cakes were delicious and they weren't all bread, actually had crab meat in them. The wait staff was very helpful and provided attentive service when needed. I'll go back to this place again.

Harrison Eagles

Stumbled across this place looking for somewhere to eat. The place is small and packed with locals so you know it’s good! Very reasonably priced with friendly staff. Every day has its specials which were very flavoursome.

Harold McCall

Great local food, daily specials, Yum!

Maria Bass

Great place for brunch. They have outside seating and tasty Bloody Mary's.

Farrell Simpson

Great breakfast!! There wasn't a long wait like the other places and the food was amazing. Very nice a polite employees. I will be coming coming back.

Bill Geddes

Very crowded- expect lines to get in, and slightly longer to get food. Wait staff very busy, but nice. Food average

Adamandios Toras

Great quick service, family operated business. Try their hot plates and delicious French Toast for breakfast!

T J

Good french toast, doesnt match european french toast, but its the best i’ve had in USA so far.

Rebecca Rodgers

We had Breakfast and it was very good. Our waitress was promt in taking our orders, got drinks right out to us and keeping our coffee cups filled.

Annie Sisson

This was an off-hand recommendation by another server and it was so good we went back again the next day! I loved the sausage omelette with Cajun potatoes. Wash it down with a Bloody Mary and you're set!

Catherine Griffiths

We went here nearly every morning whilst on holiday. Staff were so friendly & helpful. Their French toast and bacon; my god, I still dream about it. Would give more stars if possible!

Carlton E Nettles

I have in NOLA since Friday and have eaten some good food, but Mena's Palace was the absolute best!!! The catfish was delicious and some of the best I had. I will definitely come back here on my next visit to NOLA!!!

Cody Whitwood

Randomly walking around and saw this place! Simple mealtime menus. I ordered the Greek omlette and a side of cheese grits. $16... They wipe the chairs then the tables with the same rag, no sanitizer means your plate is sitting on a fart collection. I can't decide if they are going for the run down diner feel or if that is just it. They have a slew of condiments on every table, but the walls are a new age, rustic, French Quarter appropriate feel. When the food came to the table the order was incomplete. Took two trips just to get the toast then the butter to the table. Eggs are not seasoned at all and the cheese was still cold in the Luke warm grits. Overall it meets all three of the L's. It the right price, product and service for this location so 3 stars. Food quality would have gotten a 4th.

Ivan Spindola

Amazing red beans and rice! Fried chicken moist and juicy . Seafood gumbo to die for . Priced for the working class. Service is second to none!! Meagan, best server in Louisiana!!

Vince Moore

I've been stopping at Mena's Palace since it was half a block up on Iberville. The two things I don't really like about it is that they are only open until three, and they don't serve their lunch items before eleven (maybe it's ten--I can't remember now). Their eggs, omelets, and other breakfast dishes are good, but where they shine is with their lunches. Excellent shrimp creole, and their red beans and rice (with a huge piece of andouille sausage) is my favorite in the city. They have good fried chicken if you're not in the mood for sausage. Their stuffed pepper special is a great example of down-home cooking. Give them a shot. The prices are reasonable for the French Quarter.

Jaina Mistry

Simple, comforting food. Went to Mena's Palace for breakfast on a Sunday morning. Large portions and good coffee. My jet lagged self couldn't have asked for anything more.

Aditya Karandikar

Food was a bit lackluster compared to some of the other options we tried in the French Quarter and New Orleans in general. Service was very friendly and the restaurant was nice.

Emily Lemaster

First place I've enjoyed a glass of ouzo since i was in Greece. Their food is great, they make their home fries the right way. Loved it

Michael Klein

Get the fried shrimp poboy and fries. Best fried shrimp poboy in New Orleans. But... I had the Thursday Special Baked Chicken with Dirty Rice today. Amazing. I'll be back next Thursday.

Asia C

Seriously you have to try this place! Every time I come NOLA this place is a must. Great breakfast and lunch and if it’s cold the hot chocolate is delicious. LOVE IT HERE

Johnson X

First Real trip to the Big easy. love u new orleanz!!!!! the service Great the Food was Uhm Uhm good. I ordered the eggs pancakes and pan sausage. no complaints no food left on the plate!! I want some now!!!!!

J.M. Fournier

Excellent. Ordered the shrimp poboy. The shrimp were perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked. One of the best I e had in a long time. Highly recommended.

Doug Ferguson

Yo ate here almost everyday. Cajun hash browns are bomb. Definitely what you need and what you want. Wait staff is friendly. Almost no wait for breakfast.

Megan Quinn

Loved this place! It's a small space but has charm and excellent staff. Food was fantastic. The grits here here awesome. Highly recommend.

Barnes Newberry

Two Yankees ate breakfast (and one lunch!) at Men's"s Palace every day for five days! Loved the food. Great service and laughs from Elli and Leo (and Chelsea)! Thank you SO much!

Michelle Hawkins

Friendly service staff, good prices.

Amanda Ray

Delicious roast beef po' boy 😋

Bridget Scott

Breakfast was good I had the western omelette with grits and I added a pancake to my order. The omelettes do not come with cheese it's an additional .75cent.

Ed Price

Very good Breakfast, hope to return again soon. Very nice staff, missed them while they were closed for remodeling. Try them, excellent menu.

Jefe Davis

Very nice local historic eatery for visitors... as a 28yr local however, an average $40 breakfast experience once a week vs Daisy Dukes early bird special, three times a week allow me the privilege of residing here.

Stuart

Simple tatsy breakfast, busy on the weekends it's worth the wait if you don't mind queuing. Food comes quickly. Good coffee.... Which is what you want in NOLA after the night before!

Hank 03

Friendly staff, great hot hearty meals that are bigger than expected and the drinks keep flowing before you even think air getting thirsty. Drop in, even to say hi, they are great genuine people and worth checking out.

Chef Soul Jxn

Amazing people. Great vibes. Amazing owners. If ever in Nola...go to this place. Bomb food & drinks. Love it!!!!! I'll be back.

KD Love

Wonderful food. Service was great. Not a place for large parties. Very quaint and small.

Romeasha Brewington

Line was pretty long. The best time to stand on line is a little after 12 that is when the rush dies down. Food was pretty good not the best. But its a good vibe.

Devin Mora

Mena's was the best restaurant that we went to in New Orleans. We spent lots of money at Cochon and various other places. This was the best and seemed to be the most authentic food to New Orleans.

Rosalie Hudson

Breakfast at Mena's was fantastic. A wonderful spot for simple food that tastes great. The good service and prompt seating was much appreciated!

Janine Adebo

Amazing service, clean and respectful. After going there twice we felt like rockstars. Off canal street ... Thanks Ladies.

Zhengyu Hu

One of the best in the French Quarter! We had brunch here and it was fantastic.

Adam Mitchell

Phenomenal, old school homestyle cooking! I've lived in New Orleans a number of years now and this place reminds me of all the Greek family owned lunch spot back home in the Carolinas. Don't pay attention to all of the tourists who complain about Mena's because they don't "get" New Orleans and how wonderful and historically significant its mom and pop restaurants truly are. This is how the French Quarter used to be before all of the big name chefs came in and gentrified the crap out of the local dining scene.

Brendan Mccullough

Great little cafe for breakfast. Fast service and a good meal. Had an omelette with potatoes and grits. This was my first time trying grits!

Jon Beasley

Mr. Leo has been pouring Ouzo for over 44 years!

walter viksne

I always feel welcome when I go there it has good food reasonable prices and it's very popular

Tammy H

This place is has a great breakfast. Fast and friendly service. I got the cajun tasso omelette and it was delicious!

new orleans

Absolutely THE BEST muffaletta in the universe! The bread is delicious, the olive salad made in house is perfect with a little kick, packed full of Italian sliced meats that are addictive. My go-to for muffalettas!

G. Scott

Mena's Palace for breakfast is a must. Order the made in house Tasso. You can order the omelet but I suggest the Cajun hash browns with Tasso The service is friendly and ask for Javarnna...she makes your meal just a little better.

Rich S

The shrimp creole omelet is freaking magic!!!!

Diana Taylor

Such a cute place to just unwind and enjoy while eating some delicious food. I definitely recommend this place if you go visit New Orleans. <3

Sheryl Konopack

Excellent service. Adequate food. When the lines are long across the street, here's an easy Plan B ;) Kids loved the French Toast.

Cheryl Peterson

We happened upon Mena’s on our last day in New Orleans. The service and did is Amazing. Over the years we have eaten at many places in NOLA, Mena’s is now at the top of the list!

Bill Flagg

I love coming here for breakfast. Food and service is good and the location near Canal St behind the Marriott is convenient to the French Quarter and CBD.

Bob Schroder

Great Southern comfort food. Nice wait staff. It is always busy so you might have to wait, but generally not too long.

Carmen Teague

Stumbled upon for breakfast trying to escape lines and heat and what a great find! Definitely will remember this spot for our next trip!

Doug Mosier

Good food. Good portions. Great bloody Mary. Great service

Brendon S

Just as good as I remember from 2 years ago. Small, hole in the wall restaurant. Awesome service. Fantastic southern comfort food!

Ashley Edmonds

Food was amazing and little to no wait at all! Definitely recommend for breakfast at a reasonable price! HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Joseph Eisenmann

Delicious hearty meals. We had the shrimp posted boy and a couple of other dishes. Our server was very friendly.

Buddy Romero

Great change of pace from the French quarter , delicious home style food , great service , reasonably priced ! The owner Leo really makes me feel right at home there . Highly reccomend this place for breakfast and lunch .

Justin Diaz

The owner is delightful! And the breakfast is delicious. Get the andouille omelet and definitely upgrade to Cajun potatoes.

Henry Spradley

Good fried chicken. A rare spot that isn't too touristy in this part of the French Quarter. Service can get slow when the place is full, be prepared to take it easy.

Rosa R

Coffee was strong and flavorful and the food was plentiful and delicious. Customer service was attentive also.

M Moore

Food was ok to me, but not for others of my party..their hash browns were salty, lumpy grits, and too lightly cooked eggs.

Cc Hos

Great place to eat. Reasonable. Enjoy your self. I did. I will return.

Elijah Newman

Great place to get breakfast!

Michal Valencia

Really good food, fast service and great wait staff. The prices are so economical compared to most places in NOLA. Will definitely go back.

David Labrador

Great food and service. Small place so might have a wait.

Kalpana Singh

Great breakfast place in the heart of Nola. Very busy but servers are very efficient so the wait time after order is unexpectedly low.

Brenda Krueger

The staff was lovely and they were so accommodating to our large group. Yummy food and pretty fast.

Tawanda Foote

When I go back to New Orleans, I am definitely going back to Mena's palace to eat again. The gumbo and the PoBoy sandwich is delicious, the service was excellent.

Kim Edmondson

Great service! The place is small but the food is good. I enjoyed the catfish and grits.

Alex Nic

This place is great. Exactly what I wanted. Food is as expected, service is prompt and friendly, no complaints. Think this might become a consistent option for me.

Nyia Smith

Soooo good

Amanda Parrett

Great portions and amazing food! We had a muffuletta and a greek salad, both of which were huge and exceeded our expectations!

Jeff Human

Went for breakfast. Don't bother. There's plenty of good food in New Orleans to experience. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't anything you couldn't find everywhere.

Mia Morgan

Their hashbrowns weren't what I expected but they were delicious all the same. It was a great breakfast spot for a quiet weekday morning.

Tamika Burise

Small place with big portion . I ate breakfast it was hot and delicious. I highly recommend the cajun sausage

Martin701 Martin701

GREAT food service and prices

Carlos Julio Iturbe

What an excellent experience! Robin our server made us feel like home! Great food and service 100% recommended!

James Williams Sr

The shrimp Creole omelet was on point.

Dan Lijoi

Went here because we just wanted a simple breakfast. Everything was delicious and fresh. Excellent service.

Angeles Shockley

Great service and amazing food. Cheapest place we ate but amazing nonetheless

Richard Holland

Excellent omelets, potatoes and grits. Great breakfast!

Matt Farah

Excellent breakfast and lunch place. Fast service, quality food without the hassle of most French Quarter restaurants.

T Burroughs

Favorite "mom & pops" breakfast stop. Always friendly and quality food. Just short walk from Canal street hotels. Open 7am daily.

Sara McCord

Excellent place for a delicious breakfast or lunch. Love the staff!

Carlos Gutierrez

Good food, great service. Great drinks

Joshua Scruggs

Food was good. Service was solid. Place was cold and a little dirty, but keep in mind all of New Orleans is filthy.

Bart Rosenthal

Just came in to have breakfast here. completely mediocre. good for a quick bite but nothing delicious. will fill you up but that's all you should expect.

UNITY

On vacation in July 2017 this restaurant was recommended to us. The food and service was awesome some of the best hashbrowns I have eaten.

Paula Bernard

Good food, friendly service. Small setting so we had to wait about 15 mins to be seated.

sharon walker

Goid food, good service.

Amy Walther

Friendly staff. Amazing food. They even accommodated our low carb keto diet. Thanks for a good meal!

Pete B

Nice local breakfast. As expected, a few Cajun options available. The omelets were great.

Dennis Blazak

Nice clean place with friendly staff. Offers a "regular" breakfast in the French Quarter.

Kera

We ate here for breakfast. I was in NOLA for 6 days and this was one of my favorite stops. Skip the long breakfast lines and eat here.

Jermaine Sanders

We only had to wait about 10 min on line and maybe 10 min for our food..great service, food and drinks! Nice spot for a quick bite! Kudos to Menas..

Corey Criswell

Cool little breakfast spot... Best food I've had in New Orleans. Seat yourself, not packed.

Michael Saucier

Awesome spot with tons of variety. So good we went twice on our trip! Very nice staff and great prices.

Valerieb11 Princess1

Great food and service.. no waistline. Awesome customer service

Renee Caughman

Great little breakfast place. The Cajun Hashbrowns were really good.

Kevin Brannon

Great food and nice staff. A little crowded, but what do you expect with a great meal like that.

Brianna Williams

Ordered chili cheese fries & a burger . 10/10 , & definitely the best chili cheese fries I ever had !

Mark Lewis

Good breakfast. A little slow on service, but at least in.

Daniel Nakhla

Good food and lovely service, I'd go again

Gino Gisondo

Some of the best red beans and rice I have had!

Andrea Gazaway

Wonderful little breakfast and lunch place. Simple but great food and great service!

Marge O'Connell

Had a light lunch. Good salad and soup. Friendly service. Would definitely go back.

Johnny Fortini

Friendly staff and good food the side salad came on a saucer dish which was odd but over all good.

AABest

A decent local greasy spoon for breakfast. Fast with friendly service. Good grits and standard breakfast fare.

Jerry Ray

My wife and I were so excited to eat here again only to turn the corner and see that the place was no longer open. We were just short of heartbroken. ..lol. I sure hope they are going to reopen. It looks like they were remodeling the building.

Terri Davis

nice small quaint place in tha French Quarter, breakfast really gud.

Brian Chaney

Great spot for breakfast, super friendly staff. Highly recommend.

Melinda Harden

Breakfast was ok. I only had bacon & cheese grits. Not much to choose from if you don't eat eggs. The inside is a little small.

Jaymoney 100

Best place to get red beans and fried chicken in the quater

Eric Sandoval

Leo and Elefteria Ellie Christakis celebrated time with me at lunch. Very kind, joyful, encouraging hosts. Delicious chicken parmagiana.

Jeff Shennette

The food was ok, it wasn't bad at all, just not special, the server es personable and friendly, that made it a positive experience so I would go back

Anthony Strickland (Earl Parvisjam)

I love their fries. They were more like potato wedges in all the right sort of way.

Lauren Clifford

I can't even describe how good the potatoes were. And our waitress was so sweet!

Jean-Francois Letourneau

This place is cozy and charming. The food is delicious and the service is above excellent. Highly recommended!

patrick keith

Found this place by accident and it turned out to be the best accident of the trip. It is small but the food it great. I will return here again on my next trip.

Spencer Harris

Excellent breakfast!!

Such Sights

Great food (the omelette with tasso is amazing), really friendly staff and great prices. Loved it

Joe

Great home cooking with friendly service. The specials are ample and a great value.

Stacey Ball

Staff is super friendly, food is amazing. Great prices, fast service.

liz mc

Great food and amazing service. I have breakfast here every trip to New Orleans.

Anthony McCormack

Enjoyed our server immensely, kind, calm when a party of 30 showed up, still took time and gave thoughtful advice to us, as out of town guests.

RAHAMIA-OLUKUN SHABAKA

Here at Mena's we always felt welcome breakfast there was amazing. A most visit place ate there twice.

Linda Stoops

Local pricing...great menu. Daily specials...food tasty, big portions.

Tony Jones

Very good breakfast... Everything was cooked to perfection! Highly recommend!

Brent Paloutzian

Great omlettes. Quality ingredients. Good bloody marys that are thinner and pickle juice heavy.

ADP

Fun, old diner. Good food great, happy waitstaff. Noisy. Would go back.

Mikey Kroeger

Great breakfast, huge portions, and good prices.

Jayashree Srinivasan

Good place for breakfast. Fast service. They have a single variety of tea .

Denise B

Small space, big portions, friendly staff and priced right. We will definitely go back.

Felipe Reyes

Great food at a good price with large portions. Very friendly staff

Big Business

Da grits were awesome & the omelet OMG!! was delicious

TRACY KENNEDY

Wonderful service, food Delicious

Laura Riddle

Not only is it the name of my home town, but the food is excellent. We always try to come on stuffed bell pepper day.

Bradley Spain

Delicious food, generous portions, great service, casual atmosphere, great location in the French Quarter.

Aaron Lussi

Good breakfast, nice staff, would go again

Phillip Natalizio

Wonderful wait staff delicious food

Kerry Garrett

The lima beans and rice dish was great! Great service, too!

Taz Beattie

Service was a little lacking but the food was good and prices were decent for the French Quarter.

John Halstead

Very pleasant restuarant, friendly staff, good food at reasonable prices worth a visit if in area

Itsmecoreyp

Fantastic experience we had! Their breakfast was fast and great!

Alexandru David

Great brunch place! The food is amazing and the people are friendly

Shelbykay Moody

Food was okay, not much of a drink selection, kinda expensive. Server was extremely rude.

Carl York

Great food... Best hashbrowns I've ever eaten in my entire life.

Vincent Lincoln

Great food and service

Dhalathan Kandasamy

Food is amazing - the servers are very friendly and helpful to first time visitors

Jon Christ

Absolutely delightful staff and delicious food. A wonderful place to start your day!

Kim Stewart

Great food along with great service. The french toast was delicious.

MURAT AKKENT

Absolutely delicious food. We celebrate 44 yrs Anniversary with Mena.

Timothy Terry (El Fish)

Great place for breakfast. Tasty food good service. Busy

Tom Jones

Delish fried chicken!!! Great take on the muffelata. Great service. A comeback place.

Niyha Caffey

I had the best pancakes and apple juice

Russ Pierce

Be forewarned - the pancakes are HUGE. You won't go hungry here. Cute place, too.

Jeff Simpson

Excellent breakfast and local atomsophere with great friendly service. We will be back!

Leeh Palmer

Great food, great service. Reasonable prices. Will come back.

Sandra Harper

We really enjoyed our breakfast!! Thank you

Bob Bay

Very good gumbo and po-boys. Prices were reasonable.great service.

Thomas karpinski

Solid breakfast. Better option than Daisy Dukes

david nelms

Great food. Great service. Great atmosphere. What more can you ask for.

Richard Dockendorff

Good food, good service, good prices. Never had a bad meal.

Madeline Underwood

Low prices, wholesome family food, and a friendly staff. Cannot wait to go back!

BRANDE BRUBAKER

They had great customer service and the food was plentiful and delicious

Wilkua Mackey

Best Chicken friend steak ! Made a visit from Georgia and was not disappointed!

Vince Greva

Fantastic home cooking at a very reasonable price. This is where the locals choose to dine, you should too.

Vera Skorupski

This is one of our favorite lunch places in NOLA. Comfort food at reasonable prices.

Sercan Şengün

Good food, cosy atmosphere, friendly staff, and very good prices.

Vita Damier

The food was great, and The waitresses very friendly

Mickey Hebert

Great old new Old new Orleans breakfast.. was good and the wait staff very helpful!

Jeff Muehl

Friendly staff and some of the best gumbo in town. Reasonable prices and great place for lunch.

Matthew Bartram

Great place for a big breakfast with really good Bloody Marys. My go to morning place in NOLA.

nena033069

Great breakfast..been craving the good 'ol eggs n pancakes.. hit the spot

Diane Rodgers

Very fast service, friendly, try the Cajun tasso omelet. Tasso is like a smoked ham.

Brad

Nice place with good food. Worth the money , which was very reasonably priced.

Geoff Kleinman

Charming breakfast at the edge of the french quarter. Friendly service and good grits.

kathy vendrig

Excellent service, seafood gumbo, catfish and pecan pie were awesome!

Jinyoung Heo

Very delicious!!!!!

Ken Hasty

Great place for breakfast only two blocks from Bourbon Street.

Feline E

This is a local spot that has great food. The service was fast and the food was delicious.

Willie Johnson

I would like to know how can I get some of that homemade Italian dressing. Please let me know. Please please. That **** is delicious

Zac Slade

Excellent breakfast for a good price. Cozy dining room.

Dora Vargas

Food was AMAZING!!! Great service was!

Debra Lowry

Local, busy, great service. French toast and bacon...delicious!

Marcio Badra

I discovered Mena's during a conference, just after Katrina. Now it's my 3rd visit to NOLA and I always make a point of having lunch at Mena's.

Steven

Nice place for breakfast. Nothing fancy, just good food.

Sydney Laughlin

Service was great. Food was just ok. Get the poinsettia.

James Hopper

Best red beans and rice I have had down here. If you are visiting make sure to stop by.

Sally Kurtz

This is the place for breakfast or lunch. Large portions of great tasting food!

Juan Macias (Behemoth)

Breakfast was really good and service was quick and friendly.

Rebecca Howard

Great food... The muffalatta would be my favorite if it came with more of the ingredients on the sammy.

Sean Lerchie

Great service and fantastic home cooked breakfast!

David Bledin

Totally average for breakfast. Eggs and hash browns... Really nothing special. And coffee was a little burnt.

Cyndi Bocharski

Food and service was so good we went twice in 3 days!

John Stubbins

Fried chicken, catfish, oysters, gumbo, red beans & rice. Gotta love Mena's!

Paul Collinson

Awesome! Best breakfast! Megan was friendly and very accommodating!

Clint Nunez

Comfort Food at its BEST! Great Owners and Hard Working Staff...

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