Junk Drawer Coffee
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Junk Drawer Coffee

2045 Broadway St, New Orleans, LA

★★★★★4.7(30 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Junk Drawer Coffee is a beloved neighborhood gem on Broadway that's earned its stellar reputation for genuinely excellent coffee paired with standout house-made pastries and creative breakfast fare like their signature breakfast tacos with curly fries. The casual, welcoming vibe and attentive staff make it an ideal spot to linger with a meticulously crafted specialty drink—customers rave about everything from their cold foam lattes to creative house specialties—while soaking in the local character that feels authentically New Orleans. Whether you're grabbing a quick pastry or settling in for a slower morning, this is the kind of place that becomes your regular precisely because they nail the fundamentals: great coffee, genuine hospitality, and the kind of food that actually excites you.

What to expect

Specialty drinksSignature drinksLight foodSlow sitTraditional drinksMeetingsFull breakfastPastriesFamily friendlyCold brew

Google Reviews

Josephine Bingler
★★★★★4 months ago

An incredibly welcome and delicious addition to the neighborhood. The food and service were outstanding. I ordered an iced vanilla latte with cold foam, and it was honestly one of the best lattes I’ve ever had and I’m very picky and usually make my own at home. The breakfast sandwich was excellent, especially the bread, which really stood out. We also loved the blueberry donut and the chia seed pudding. I have to mention how much I adore the branding and decor as well. Keeping the exterior of the old washeteria intact was the perfect touch. Can’t wait to come back!

Michael Swadener
★★★★4 months ago

This place is great! Friendly staff, really great coffee, and tasty food. It’s also pretty cute on the inside. I recommend getting one of their specialty coffees. The only reason I’m giving four stars instead of five is because it’s so new it feels a little like they’re still figuring out who they are. I don’t think that’s a bad thing and it just needs some time to grow into the space. The walls are a little sparse but I’m that will change with time. I’m also sure this place will continue to improve!

Jessie Booten
★★★★★5 months ago

Good coffee, good food, good people, good vibes! This little shop is a much-needed bit of local flavor nestled on Broadway not too far from the college campuses. The specialty coffee is delicious & I really, really enjoyed the avocado toast. Awesome spot to re-caffeinate or hang out with friends & catch up!

Chase Wilson
★★★★★5 months ago

This is my favorite coffee shop in town! The staff is attentive, they have a lot of great coffee options, and they offer both pastries as well as hot menu options too. They also have the BEST ice! If you’re in the neighborhood, definitely check them out.

Moriah Arnold
★★★★★6 months ago

Everyone needs to know about this place! The food is ridiculously good. My favorites are the freshly made donuts with blueberry icing and the breakfast tacos with curly fries inside! The coffee is also delicious (homemade vanilla syrup!) and the aesthetic is so intentional and beautiful. Excited to come here all the time!

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