Cafe Rue Orleans – American
This lively corner of the neighborhood captures the soulful essence of Louisiana, greeting guests with the festive energy of a French Quarter morning and the irresistible scent of simmering Creole sauces. Decadent plates of shrimp and grits and velvety Eggs Pontchartrain anchor an experience that celebrates bold, bayou-inspired flavors, from the savory depth of slow-cooked grillades to the golden crunch of fried artichoke quarters. It is a place where the spirit of the Big Easy is served alongside overflowing breakfast po-boys and syrup-drenched French toast, creating a warm, communal atmosphere that lingers long after the last bite.
1150 North College Avenue https://caferueorleans.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, gerd, atkins, volumetrics, renal, macrobiotic, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the casual and approachable atmosphere, praising the setting as a reliable choice for a relaxed and informal meal. Reviewers highlight the steady, functional service that ensures a straightforward dining experience, noting that the staff remains professional and attentive throughout the visit. Celebrated for its low-key environment, the space is frequently described as a practical option for those seeking a consistent, no-fuss outing in a comfortably informal neighborhood spot.
Menu
Brunch Specials
Served with seasonal fruit & choice of grits or jazzy potatoes.
- Creole Shrimp & Grits - $16.95: Shrimp sauteed in creole sauce over grit fritters Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Eggs Pontchartrain - $16.95: Poached egg, muffin with crab cake topped with seafood cream sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Des Amis - $16.95: Poached egg, muffin with boudin topped with crawfish etouffee Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Po Boy - $16.95: Sausage, egg, and cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Creole Omelette - $16.95: Three egg omelette with tasso, onion, bell pepper and cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Thor's Hammer - $16.95: Poached egg on grit fritter with boudin and grillades Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Grits & Grillades - $16.95: Cheese grits topped with grilled, smothered pork in rich tomato gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- French Toast - $16.95: Served with Andouille sausage Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Carla's Big Easy - $16.95: Grit fritter, boudin, poached egg, seafood cream sauce Available at: brunch, lunch
Appetizers
- Fried Artichoke Quarters - $12.95: Artichoke quarters fried in Italian bread crumbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creole Crab Cakes - $5: Old family recipe using butter, bread & crab meat Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Popcorn - $15.95: Fried crawfish tails Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Tomatoes - $13.95: Topped with shrimp remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Firecracker Shrimp - $13.95: Lightly battered shrimp tossed in chipotle mayo Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gator Tots - $13.95: Fried alligator bites Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Gumbos
- Chicken Gumbo (Cup) - $7.5: Seasoned with andouille Dietary tags: Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gumbo (Bowl) - $8.95: Seasoned with andouille Dietary tags: Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crawfish Corn Bisque (Cup) - $6.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crawfish Corn Bisque (Bowl) - $8.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Catfish Tchoupitoulas - $26.95: Catfish filet stuffed with crab cake, topped with seafood sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish Cecile - $23.95: Catfish filet served on etouffee Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Napoleon - $25.95: Eggplant medallions fried & layered w/crab cakes, topped with seafood cream sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crawfish Etouffee - $21.95: Crawfish tails smothered in a seasoned gravy served over rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Pontchartrain - $22.95: Shrimp in Tasso cream sauce over pasta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bayou Boat - $62: Crawfish, crab cakes, catfish, shrimp, fries, and bread. Feeds 2-4 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Oyster Po Boy - $12.95: Seasonal Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Po Boy - $12.75 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Muffaletta Sandwich - $14.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Beignets - $7: Three traditional New Orleans donuts dusted with powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- White Chocolate Bread Pudding - $7: Infused with white chocolate, topped with white chocolate sauce and toasted almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Creme Brulee - $7: Cream based custard topped with caramelized sugar
Beverages
- Bloody Mary - $4
- Champagne - $4
- Mimosa (Glass) - $1.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mimosa (Pitcher) - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Sunday Funday - $25: Orange juice, cranberry juice, peach nectar, seasonal berries, and a bottle of champagne Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
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