Nova Espresso

Nova Espresso

637 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA

★★★★★4.5(749 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Tucked into New Orleans' coffee scene, this espresso-focused spot wins people over with its understated charm and genuinely skilled baristas who treat every cup like it matters—whether you're ordering a classic dark roast or something more adventurous. The bright, modern space is intimate enough to feel like a neighborhood gem, with excellent pastries (the coconut custard situation deserves a mention) and a curated vibe that makes it equally suited for a focused work session or meeting a friend over really good coffee. People keep coming back for the combination of quality drinks, thoughtful music selections, and that rare thing in a busy city: a staff that seems to genuinely care about their craft.”

What to expect

Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.

Laptop friendlyPastriesTraditional drinksSpecialty drinksSlow sitCraft espressoMeetings

Google Reviews

Stephen Meaux
★★★★★2 months ago

Went here twice while in Nola. Nice play for a cup of dark coffee. Even got a free refill. Good music too on the day I went. The barista had a nice playlist going. Someone else even commented on it to him. No idea who he was but he did well that day.

Justin Posey
★★★★★3 months ago

A really solid coffee stop in NOLA Nova Espresso in New Orleans may not have the wow factor of the Mobile location, but it has a charm all its own, and honestly that’s part of why we liked it. It feels relaxed and welcoming in the best way. I had a cortado with oat milk and it…

Vincent Ledvina
★★★★★4 months ago

Very good coffee. I ordered a mocha. I went here while attending a conference, and it was packed every day. The staff were a little short, but I’m not surprised given how busy things were. I arrived right at 7:05 AM after they opened at 7 am, and the place quickly filled up.

Max Rose
★★★★★7 months ago

Great little coffee shop with delicious pastries. I went here at 8:00 for a couple of breakfast pastries and they were delicious. One classic cinnamon roll and one more unusual coconut custard-filled piece which was truly delectable. The service wasn’t the fastest- I was…

Krati Tripathi
★★★★★8 months ago

Excellent coffee, skilfully made and aesthetically presented. Great croissants to complement. The ambience is bright, well-lit and modern. There are 6 two-person tables inside plus bar chairs, as well as a couple of outdoor tables to sit on if the weather’s good.

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