Don’t just walk away from this place but RUN far away. Visiting New Orleans, this place came in as a recommendation and was so eager to try it. We were greeted by 3 employees when we walked in and were told to pick a seat anywhere since it was pretty empty around 1pm. Only 4 tables were occupied and 1 gentleman at the bar. The woman who dropped off the menu sort of threw it on the table and made no effort to make an eye contact. Waited about 15min for a server to come take our order who was tending to other duties. Again no acknowledgment of us being there - not a single gesture of “we’ll be there with you shortly.” Meanwhile 2 employees didn’t have any tables to attend to.
Finally a male waiter came adjacent to our table and addressed us in a stand offish manner. He had his body facing away from us and asked “did you guys figure out what you gonna order?”
We weren’t given any name, not a single hello.
The only explanation that I can think of is discrimination due to our skin complexion from the two available employees. Or maybe both of them were just having a crappy day. Needless to say, we walked out of there. Well wishes to both of them.
Eric Li
Very nice and cozy place. Great food and tea. Food is also placed at a good price.
Triche George
Great place for brunch! The cooks are the best and service is great!
Tonya Snyder
Quick kind service. The grits are what you come here for. Biscuits left me sad.
Karen Walsworth Morrow
The food is delicious! 😋
Kathy
The crispy artichokes and shrimp bisque were excellent as was the rest of my meal - grilled veggie sandwich with sweet potato fries. I would recommend this place - very friendly staff.
jen steward
Stopped in for a late breakfast. I had the half order of biscuits and gravy. The biscuits were fluffy and good. This cafe is attached to the Blake hotel.
David Tempest
Our group of 8 adults spending a week in New Orleans for a family reunion stumbled on Cafe at the Square by chance for our first breakfast in the city. Had such a good experience that we ate our next 4 breakfasts there and a dinner. Good location 2 blocks from several hotels. Relaxed, and one of the few restaurants we found that was quiet so we could converse easily. Great food, well prepared and we bonded with the staff who were relaxed, friendly and informal. The space is open and light, right next to Lafayette Square. They happily rearranged tables to seat our group of 8. Met the owner several times who jumped in, kept our coffee cups filled and gave great advice about things to do. Good variety of food and drinks. Prices were quite reasonable. Could get a good breakfast with coffee for $15-20, but could spend more if wanted to order some of their specials....
Jamilla Webb
I had a girls brunch with some of my fav coworkers and we enjoyed EVERYTHING! I had a veggie omlette, fresh coffee, and THE BEST GRITS I’ve ever had in my life. These grits were not made with tap water. They were cooked with cream, not too much salt, and a lot of love from somebody’s grandmothers recipe. 10/10! I would definitely return. 💕
Amanda Babin
Love Cafe at the Square the food is amazing and the staff is fabulous. Never disappointed
Don’t just walk away from this place but RUN far away. Visiting New Orleans, this place came in as a recommendation and was so eager to try it. We were greeted by 3 employees when we walked in and were told to pick a seat anywhere since it was pretty empty around 1pm. Only 4 tables were occupied and 1 gentleman at the bar. The woman who dropped off the menu sort of threw it on the table and made no effort to make an eye contact. Waited about 15min for a server to come take our order who was tending to other duties. Again no acknowledgment of us being there - not a single gesture of “we’ll be there with you shortly.” Meanwhile 2 employees didn’t have any tables to attend to.
Finally a male waiter came adjacent to our table and addressed us in a stand offish manner. He had his body facing away from us and asked “did you guys figure out what you gonna order?”
We weren’t given any name, not a single hello.
The only explanation that I can think of is discrimination due to our skin complexion from the two available employees. Or maybe both of them were just having a crappy day. Needless to say, we walked out of there. Well wishes to both of them.
Very nice and cozy place. Great food and tea. Food is also placed at a good price.
Great place for brunch! The cooks are the best and service is great!
Quick kind service. The grits are what you come here for. Biscuits left me sad.
The food is delicious! 😋
The crispy artichokes and shrimp bisque were excellent as was the rest of my meal - grilled veggie sandwich with sweet potato fries. I would recommend this place - very friendly staff.
Stopped in for a late breakfast. I had the half order of biscuits and gravy. The biscuits were fluffy and good. This cafe is attached to the Blake hotel.
Our group of 8 adults spending a week in New Orleans for a family reunion stumbled on Cafe at the Square by chance for our first breakfast in the city. Had such a good experience that we ate our next 4 breakfasts there and a dinner. Good location 2 blocks from several hotels. Relaxed, and one of the few restaurants we found that was quiet so we could converse easily. Great food, well prepared and we bonded with the staff who were relaxed, friendly and informal. The space is open and light, right next to Lafayette Square. They happily rearranged tables to seat our group of 8. Met the owner several times who jumped in, kept our coffee cups filled and gave great advice about things to do. Good variety of food and drinks. Prices were quite reasonable. Could get a good breakfast with coffee for $15-20, but could spend more if wanted to order some of their specials....
I had a girls brunch with some of my fav coworkers and we enjoyed EVERYTHING! I had a veggie omlette, fresh coffee, and THE BEST GRITS I’ve ever had in my life. These grits were not made with tap water. They were cooked with cream, not too much salt, and a lot of love from somebody’s grandmothers recipe. 10/10! I would definitely return. 💕
Love Cafe at the Square the food is amazing and the staff is fabulous. Never disappointed
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food, beautiful restaurant, beautiful perfect location
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was not good, keep walking
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Mozzarella Croquettes
This is our favorite place to go in New Orleans. Chicken Lafayette is awesome. Friendly staff, too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A beautiful cafe with nice people …. They were very nice with me may husband and my daughter 💜 the food is deliciously 💯 recommended
Kid-friendliness: Food for children chairs and coloring tables
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is amazing. You really gotta try the breakfast… anything breakfast! Tip the cook!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Full Breakfast, Chicken and Waffles, Chicken Tenders, Beignets
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