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Alma Café - Bywater, New Orleans, LA

Alma Café - Bywater

4.6
4.6
91 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Owner and Executive Chef Melissa Araujo is a 2024 James Beard Foundation Best Chef Southeast Semifinalist. Alma is an award winning Honduran restaurant located in the historic New Orleans Bywater, just outside the French Quarter.

Alma means soul in Spanish. The menu showcases Chef Melissa Araujo's Honduran heritage and takes each guest on a journey through food and culture. The Soul has many stories to tell; Alma's tale is shared through it's dining experience. From Pollo Chuco, to Bloody Mary's and avocado toast, Alma offers an extensive array of dishes focusing on Honduran Food.

Chef Araujo’s Father was Born in La Ceiba, Honduras and her memories of her childhood are centered around this particular view of the city. The mountains in the back, the ocean, the cool air in my face, my best memories were made in this city. Alma has given me the opportunity to recreate these memories and share them with our guests.

Reservations available Monday- Thursday, Waitlist only on Weekends.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Latin / Spanish, Latin American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 381-5877
  • Website
    http://www.eatalmanola.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Melissa Araujo

Menu

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What 91 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for brunch

  • New Orleans

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alma Café offers a "remarkable experience" with expertly crafted and beautifully presented dishes. The atmosphere is charming and "perfect for any occasion." Guests rave about the "delicious and original brunches" and "fantastic flavors." The service is "exceptional" and "friendly," making every visit special and memorable.

91 Reviews

  1. javonda

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is perfect every time. Perfect cocktails. Flavorful food. All around, my favorite place to eat.

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  2. Noelle

    New Orleans

    80 reviews

    3.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food but the service was terrible. Over 30 minutes for our drinks is unacceptable. I had to ask for a water refill and she refilled the other glass but not mine. I had to re-request mine to be filled. Nice waitress but not good. Had the crab omelette and French toast. And a mocktail margarita - wouldn’t get that again. I’ve had far better elsewhere.

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  3. Jeff

    Portland

    43 reviews

    3.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We sat for 15 minutes after receiving menus without anyone coming to offer us coffee or water or anything,. The restaurant was well staffed and it wasn't busy. We were finally able to attract someone's attention and they went in search of our server. Aside from the inattentiveness of the staff, the food was excellent.

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  4. Vanessa

    VIP

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Tortillas are the best in the city. Large portions.

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  5. Marcela

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious. Moved out of town, first spot I go to when I’m in town.

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  6. Maria

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone loved their food & drinks… they were very nice to our group of 10! 10/10 recommend!

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  7. Abbey

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for brunch with friends. Cocktails are great. Food was beautifully plated.

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  8. Vanessa

    VIP

    New Orleans

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff is so accommodating and extremely knowledgeable. The food was absolutely amazing. Thank you for a great experience. Made reservations again before we left.

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  9. Barbara

    New Orleans

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, beautifully plated with quietly efficient service. Warm welcome by the hostess. Will definitely return.

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  10. Lori

    VIP

    New Orleans

    49 reviews

    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on 14 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Charming atmosphere and the food and service amazing. Can’t wait to go back and dig in deeper to this unique menu.

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FAQs

Alma Café - Bywater offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Alma Café - Bywater also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 381-5877.

Alma Café - Bywater is rated 4.6 stars by 91 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Alma Café - Bywater

800 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70117-6737

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Dauphine St.
  • Area
    Bywater
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Fri 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Latin / Spanish, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Melissa Araujo
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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