Since 1987 · Banks Street, New Orleans
Over 40 years of
Palestinian tradition.
A family-run Palestinian restaurant on Banks Street, serving mezze, shawarma, gyros, and traditional Middle Eastern dishes — with more than four decades of experience behind every plate.
1987
Est. NOLA
Mediterranean Bakery · Café · International Grocery
Quality ingredients, a hot oven,
and care in every batch.
What started in 1987 as a small family bakery has continued through generations with the same simple approach — and we're still grateful to feed this community the way we always have.
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Mezze, grills, and everything
in between.
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Since 1987.
One family. One recipe book.
Mona opened her doors in 1987 with a single promise: to bake bread the traditional Mediterranean way and serve the food she grew up with. Nearly forty years later, Mona's Cafe is a New Orleans institution — locally loved, still family-run, still cooking from the same recipe book.
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Find us on Banks Street.
Mona's Cafe
Banks Street
3901 Banks St, New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 482-7743
Mon – Sat · 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday · 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions.
We're at 3901 Banks Street in Mid-City New Orleans — the same corner we've been on since 1987. Free street parking is usually available out front.
Monday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Sunday, 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Yes. You can order takeout directly through our online ordering page, or call us at (504) 482-7743. We're also available on the major delivery apps.
Plenty. Hummus, baba ghanuj, muhammara, tabouli, fatoush, falafel, veggie grape leaves, and our Vegetarian and Sautéed Vegetable plates are all meat-free.
It is. We've been baking fresh pita the traditional Mediterranean way since 1987, and you can buy it by the bag from our grocery side.
Yes — an international grocery attached to the café, stocked with Middle Eastern pantry staples, spices, olives, cheeses, and our fresh baked pita.
We do. Give us a call at (504) 482-7743 and we'll help put together trays and platters for your party or event.
What Guests Say
1,200+ Google reviews.
A few 5-star favorites from our guests.
“Food was fabulous and the atmosphere was quaint. Our waiter recommended the chicken shawarma plate — it was the best I've ever had. We'd recommend this place to anyone visiting New Orleans.”
“The food was amazing! Everything was perfectly seasoned, and the service was great as well.”
“A hidden gem. Fresh hummus, juicy chicken kebab, and rice done right — plus plenty of vegetarian options.”