Est. 1974 · New Orleans, Louisiana

Still Baking for the Neighborhood After All These Years?

Fresh bread, pantry staples, and the kind of hospitality you only find on Burgundy Street — right here in the heart of New Orleans.

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Fresh bread and baked goods displayed at St Vincent De Paul Cafeteria

Our Story

A Burgundy Street Institution Since 1974

For over five decades, St Vincent De Paul Cafeteria has been more than a bakery and grocery — it's been a gathering place for the Lower Ninth Ward and beyond. Families stop by for morning coffee and fresh bread, neighbors grab dinner essentials on their way home, and visitors discover why this corner has held onto its warmth through every change New Orleans has seen.

Our commitment hasn't changed: honest food, fair prices, and a welcome that feels like coming down the street to see a friend. That's the standard set by the people who built this place, and it's the standard we keep every single day.

50+
Years Serving NOLA
Daily
Fresh Baked Goods
1974
Founded Here

What We Offer

From Our Oven to Your Table

Everything you need, made with care and served with a smile.

Fresh-Baked Daily

French bread, beignets, rolls, and pastries pulled from the oven every morning — the way New Orleans baking has always been done.

Grocery Essentials

Pantry staples, everyday groceries, and the ingredients you need for a proper Creole meal — all at prices that respect your budget.

Cafeteria Fare

Hot, home-style meals made from scratch — comfort food that tastes like it's coming from your own kitchen, because it might as well.

Community Focused

Run with the spirit of service that defines St Vincent De Paul — every purchase supports the mission of helping neighbors in need.

Family Recipes

Recipes passed down through generations, still being followed today — no shortcuts, no substitutes, just real flavor.

Neighborhood Welcome

Walk in and you're not a stranger — you're a neighbor. That's not marketing, that's just how we've always operated on Burgundy.

Freshly baked French bread at St Vincent De Paul Cafeteria
Assorted pastries and baked goods on display
Pantry staples and grocery items on the shelves
The warm interior of St Vincent De Paul Cafeteria

Community Voices

What Our Neighbors Say

The real measure of a place like this isn't in our own words — it's in the stories from the people who walk through our door.

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I've been coming here since I was a kid riding my bike down Burgundy. The bread still tastes the same, and the people still remember your name. That doesn't happen everywhere.

Longtime Neighbor
New Orleans
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We stopped in while visiting family and ended up coming back three times during our trip. The cafeteria food is the real deal — nothing fancy, just honest and delicious.

Visitor from Chicago
TripAdvisor
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This place is a lifeline for the neighborhood. Fair prices, fresh food, and nobody ever makes you feel like you're taking up too much space. That's rare.

Local Resident
Lower Ninth Ward

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary on holidays. Call ahead to confirm if you're making a special trip.

Get In Touch

Address
3024 Burgundy St
New Orleans, LA 70117-6703
Walk-ins Welcome
No reservation needed — just stop by during open hours.
Special Orders
Call us to discuss custom bakery orders or catering questions.

Find Us on Burgundy

Located in the heart of the Lower Ninth Ward, right along Burgundy Street. Easy to find, impossible to forget.

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Stop By Today

Your Table Is Waiting at
3024 Burgundy Street

Whether you need morning bread, a hot lunch, or just a friendly face — we've got you covered. Come as you are.

Call (504) 943-4182 Get Directions
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