Planning a trip to New Orleans? This bucket list vacation destination is one that offers visitors a variety of unique things to see and do, with Jackson Square, Bourbon street, and the French Quarter being 3 of the more popular. The French Quarter includes about 20 blocks of land stretching along the Mississippi River, and offers visitors a number of iconic cafes and restaurants that are known for their exceptional dining experiences.

Café Du Monde

The very first Café Du Monde coffee stand was opened in 1862. In 1942, the Fernandez Family purchased the famous coffee stand from Fred Koeniger. About 40 years later, the Fernandez Family began to expand, and now own a total of 11 Café Du Monde coffee stands, which are now more café than stand. One of their famous café’s is located within the French Quarter, specifically within the French Market, a part of the Quarter that spans a space of about 6 blocks.

The French Quarter tourist culture that exists here perfectly supports this traditional coffee shop, which offers a simple menu – dark roasted coffee, chicory, white milk, chocolate milk, orange juice, soft drinks, iced coffee, and beignets.

The Best Beignets in the French Quarter

Beignets are French-style doughnuts that are square in shape, and are often described as somewhat of a cross between a classic yeast doughnut and a rich, thick egg-based French pastry. Beignets are fried until they reach a rich, golden brown color, and then sprinkle with a generous amount of sweet powdered sugar. These best beignets can be purchased hot, making them even more delicious. Café Du Monde sells them 3 at a time, as no one can eat just one.

While visiting this famous coffee stand is a must when in the French Quarter, there’s often a need to wait in line to experience the deliciousness of these famous beignets. No need to worry, as the line does move fairly quickly. The fact that Café Du Monde serves its famous combination of coffee and beignets around the clock, waiting in line is often not necessary for those who want to enjoy eating their beignets during the cafés not so busy times.

For those who have already tried and loved Café Du Monde beignets and have accordingly added these best beignets to their overall favorite food list, they can purchase Café Du Monde’s beignet mix online so they can still enjoy eating these famous beignets when at home.

Jody’s Travel Inc