From the sizzling aroma of beignets at Café du Monde to the soulful brass bands echoing through the French Quarter, New Orleans is a city that lives through its senses. It is a place where history is not just preserved in museums but is actively traded, eaten, and celebrated on the street corners daily. For locals and visitors alike, the true heartbeat of the Crescent City can often be found under a striped awning or within the fragrant walls of a historic market hall.
These communal spaces are more than just places to buy groceries or souvenirs; they are cultural institutions. They serve as gathering points where chefs source their nightly specials, artists display their life’s work, and musicians provide the soundtrack to a Tuesday afternoon. Exploring these hubs offers an unfiltered look at the resilience and creativity that define the local community.
Whether you are hunting for a rare vinyl record, a bushel of fresh Gulf shrimp, or a handcrafted piece of jewelry that captures the spirit of the bayou, the city’s commercial landscape is incredibly diverse. Navigating this landscape requires knowing where the locals go to avoid the tourist traps and find the real treasures. From covered arcades that have stood for centuries to modern pop-up bazaars, there is a venue for every taste.
Understanding the layout of these spaces is key to mastering the city’s geography. The historic French Market stretches along the riverfront, while the vibrant art markets of the Bywater and Marigny offer a more bohemian vibe. In the Warehouse District and along Magazine Street, you will find curated spaces that blend high-end antiques with contemporary fashion.
To truly appreciate the city, one must engage with its commerce. These destinations offer the perfect opportunity to interact with the people who make New Orleans so unique—the fishermen, the farmers, the makers, and the musicians. It is in these interactions that the authentic story of the city unfolds.
We have curated a guide to the most essential shopping and gathering spaces the city has to offer. These are the places that define the local aesthetic and culinary identity, providing a roadmap for anyone looking to take a piece of the Big Easy home with them.
French Market
| Address | 1008 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70116 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 636-6400 |
Loved visiting the French Market! Such a lively atmosphere with a great mix of local vendors, food stalls, and unique finds. It’s the perfect place to walk around, grab a bite, and soak in the New Orleans vibe.
So many options for food and souvenirs, and the overall experience was fun and enjoyable. A must-visit spot when you’re in the city!
The place is cool if you looking for souvenirs. You can definitely feel the NOLA vibes. Surprisingly the restrooms are clean.
The area is well maintained lots of vendors and people are friendly. The area is cooler than standing out in the street. You will sweet a little bit but it’s manageable.
I was a little heartbroken that once again we made it to the French Market right before everything started closing! 😭 We arrived around 4:30 PM, but quite a few vendors were already packing up and closing for the day.
Thankfully, we were still able to walk around and check out a few of the vendors that were open. It was a really nice market with lots to see, and I can definitely see why it’s a popular stop in NOLA. Next time, we’re coming MUCH earlier so we can actually experience the whole thing! 😂⚜️
First time visiting. Came around 5:30 on a Tuesday night. I stopped by about 30 minutes before closing and was still able to find some really nice shirts for my family.
I expected it to be loud and crowded, especially that close to closing time, but it actually wasn’t bad at all. The atmosphere was relaxed, and the vendors were super friendly and easygoing.
I’d definitely recommend coming here just to walk around and hang out. It’s also a great spot for souvenirs—that’s what brought me in the first place.
One tip: bring cash if you can, since taxes and fees can add up. You can also ask vendors if they accept Cash App, Zelle, or Venmo—some of them do.
French Market was amazing! So much to see, experience, and buy. There was a live jazz band, restaurants, art, jewelry, clothing and accessories.
But we love food most, so here’s what we got from where
N’Awlins (our fave): Gator on a stick, frog legs, gator po’ boy, gator bites, shrimp-n-grits
Holy Crepes! : Frozen Cold Brew (not pictured but so good, and not bitter like a lot of cold brews) and Frozen Basil Lemonade
Loretta’s: Praline Beignets (seriously delicious)
Pictures were taken when we got back, but the atmosphere serves perfect for enjoying on site
Farmers Market | French Market
| Address | 2-48 French Market Pl, New Orleans, LA 70116 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 636-6400 |
People are so chilled and cool. Weather is a humidity and hot but store to store has an AC. Also they have so many restaurants and coffee shops. I drank a lot of Iced Coffee. My husband bought me a beautiful bracelet. I love a turquoise. Pretty color.
They have a public restroom.
This market is not very big, take 10min to go from the start to end, if … you are not looking around.
As for shopping, they do have some unique vendors that are not selling those typical souvenirs, including original arts and handmade items.
There are many food and drinks options around, also close to other stores, super convenient location & close to other attractions.
Been over 10 years since I have been prior to this week. I was very disappointed. Maybe 1/3 the vendors. Nothing farmers about it now. The produce at the entrance no longer exists. The same items sold by most vendors, just different prices. Really broke my heart...do not ever intend to go back. I was told that it is just the off season, but it never was before. .
I loved the food here. Not a bad place in there and a good handful of options. There's a gluten free option there too. Some snacks, sweets, treats, and meal options. Of course drinks too. The pigeons aren't shy at all, so look out for that, but I'd go back frequently if I lived locally.
Yessss NOLA. Very cool day. Great vibe and awesome street musicians everywhere. Flew in for lunch. Went early before it started getting too crowded (around 3pm gets crowded) walked around, shopped, ate, jazzed out. Great day. Visit NOLA. 😊
St. Roch Market
| Address | 2381 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 267-0388 |
St. Roch Market has become one of my go-to spots in the Bywater/Marigny corridor. I usually come for CR Coffee Shop, which easily ranks as one of the best in New Orleans. Their mocha is smooth, rich, and always consistent. Inside, the space feels open and bright with classic columns, high ceilings, and soft lighting that makes it easy to settle in for a few hours.
There’s also a new Caribbean spot—Dunkanoo—serving flavorful pasta and creative dishes that make this market perfect for lunch runs. You’ll also find Mediterranean bites, sandwiches, and cocktails at the bar for happy hour.
I like to grab a seat by the large windows or lounge on the leather couches in the back when I’m taking a break. The restrooms are clean and easily accessible toward the rear. On nice days, the patio seating gives you a front-row view of St. Claude Avenue’s energy.
Overall, this is one of those rare places that fits any mood—coffee, work, lunch, or a relaxed evening drink. A neighborhood staple that deserves to be around for a long time.
This is a high-end food court with charm and vibes in abundance. I had half a dozen raw oysters and my dining companion had a toasted sandwich with superb caesar salad, which gives an impression of the range available here. I loved it.
Despite being called a food court, the food here is of exceptional quality. Many of the vendors sell very unique dishes. For example, the catfish pumpkin curry is one of a kind. The laksa here is also the best I've had outside of Malaysia and Singapore. Table space peak times can be limited.
A good mix of food, happy hour specials and drinks. A bit of a crazy experience... I went to refill my drink and a random guy walking past my plate started eating my food thinking I was finished.
A very nice comfortable food court with variety of food vendors with many delicious dishes on their menu. Also, a fairly good size bar. A lot of seating inside and out.
Rouses Market
| Address | 701 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70113 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 227-3838 |
If you are traveling, this is a great place to stay near mind in case you need anything. I had to pick up some traveling items. They also have a really good selection of local beer and wine from Louisiana.
We stopped by on our way out of NOLA for boudin, grabbed some alligator meat as well, and we're so impressed with the store. So clean and well stocked. Not being from Louisiana we had no prior knowledge of Rouses, but it was recommended to us. Very impressive, prices seemed reasonable. Good place.
We drove by Rouses multiple times in recent weeks and were wanting to stop by to check it out! Its centrally located to downtown & when you are inside, hardly seems like it, which is a great quality to have! Theres an outside parking lot as well as a parking garage seems like, super close to the Superdome. Rouses has everything you can think of for groceries & essentials, with hot food to take for a quick lunch or dinner at home, an omelette bar, daily specials for lunch time, and a delicious bakery as well. We opted for the smores king cake that they made in house & it was so delicious (like a big cinnamon roll!) and are looking forward to tasting other treats they have. The store is well lighted, maintained, almost like a Whole Foods vibe to it, & the staff seem helpful.
Very nice store with reasonable prices within easy walking distance from the Amtrak station. The produce was fresh and the deli had a very good selection! Late night hours were very accommodating and welcome, overall I would highly recommend this particular store!
I just landed in New Orleans, heard good things online, but my experience was horrible. Every encounter with the employees was met with rude hostility. I was over charged for the taco’s. I bought 6 plates of tacos, the food was horrible. Literally I had to throw them away. I paid 120 for chicken ribs and tacos that you can clearly see that I was charged different amounts for the same tacos.
NOLA Village Market
| Address | 6100 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 277-0670 |
My favorite go to breakfast spot, especially for a Philly Cheesesteak Breakfast with cheese inside them creamy grits and that tender philly steak with bell peppers and onions on top with a lil scrambled egg and toast YES INDEED LORD🙌🏾...Don't ask how many times I've had this either😬
The ammonut of food you get for the price is pitiful, ive lived all around new orleans in the past 20 years and I love my corner stores for my breakfast plates. When I moved to the lower nine I was happy that ive got a spot for breakfast again a few blocks away. I know the days of dollar or even five dollar breakfast plates are long gone. But what i got for a breakfast sandwitch 2 of the 3 times I tried here ( one time i got grits and eggs ) for almost TEN dollars was so small i was completely dissapointed, pissed actually. One thing I miss about living in the 7th or the Treme even Uptown is good cheap huge breakfast plates. Your not gonna find that here. For the money I might as well go to waffle house or even ihop on canal. At least I know ill get full.
Their sandwiches are good! I usually only get hot sausage at corner stores and theirs I would recommend
I love this place — and so does my dog!
NOLA Village is full of culture, heart, and truly loving people. Every time I come in, I feel welcomed, valued, and uplifted. What makes it even more special is how they treat my dog like family — that kind of kindness is rare.
The space is creative, soulful, and built with purpose.
It’s a real reflection of New Orleans love. A true gem in the community!
Great place for a quick bite or basic essential items on the way home from work. The food is awesome, always fresh and they have the best poboys for where they are located. The guys are always friendly, nice and trustworthy. Don't forget to tip the cook because "She works hard for the money" and I don't see people tip her as often as they should, especially when she's great at custom orders.
Frenchmen Art Bazaar
| Address | 619 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
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It was a cool lil vibe. I added this to my itinerary after seeing so many good reviews to visit this place. I also heard that Friday and Sunday nights are the best times to go, and I agree. This artist was so friendly and advised us on some other cool spots to try. A must go to if you visit the area.
Fun vendors with nice handcrafted goods. Fun atmosphere and cant miss the 2nd line brass playing just down the block at Willies Chicken Shack. (watch out for the mega sized palmetto bugs flying around, maybe have an exterminator spray down the alleyway in the morning)
They are STRICT about when they open so make sure you confirm what their hours are be respectful.
It’s basically an alleyway of a bunch of artists who are selling their creations. Jewelry to painted toilet seats to wood working. We actually got to watch one of the artist work in front of us. There was also an author there selling his book. Everything was a bit too overpriced for me so I ended up just taking the social media and cards of everyone I was interested in.
Great place to come and experience a feel for the city and its culture. We bought some fantastic art by some super talented local artists.
It’s nice that this is a late-night option to support local artists. Disappointed that some were nowhere to be found, I was trying to find a print of one item I really liked (it was framed but couldn’t find the print) but couldn’t find the seller. Would be nice to have more variety 💚💛💜
The Fresh Market
| Address | 3338 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 895-5160 |
The Fresh Market was nice, HD fresh vegetables and fruits, great bread , have meat and fish. And others groceries stuff.
For me the prices are highter Than other places. I want to eat something fresh for lunch but everything looks like pre made and with ingredients that I can’t eat, for example the rostiserie chicken have dextrose. So I got a drink , peaches and bread .
The place to eat is outside in the front have chairs and tables but after you checking out you leave the store from the side , so I walk around to go back to the front to seat there .
Very cool “boutique” market with surprisingly reasonable prices. Selection is limited but they have many brands and items that I haven’t seen before. Upstairs is beer and wine with a cool glass overlook to market below.
Outstanding olive bar, deli and bakery. We got a fresh baked pepperoni pizza with Mikes hot honey on top. It was really delicious.
We really like shopping at The Fresh market. The location on Saint Charles is very convenient to the bus and streetcar lines, making it easy to reach from all over. They have a nice selection of fruits, vegetables, prepared foods and wines. The people are friendly and they have a great many choices. They also have a small bakery, flower shop and feature both indoor and outdoor seating.
Beautiful market, I absolutely love shopping here! The atmosphere is esthetically pretty, a large selection of delicious candy and pastries 🍰 the staff seem very energetic and always smiling. It genuinely makes your experience here enjoyable.
Great store. Love the selection of chocolates, good fruit and vegetables, nice bakery section. Also good selection of Kombucha and the best selection of tinned fish I've seen in New Orleans.
The store is beautiful inside and staff are friendly.
City Market
| Address | 1101 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 354-8803 |
And I had been there mostly for the pokey bowls, and those are really good. Especially the ones that you can customize. It is fulfilling the prices in bad unless you like a lot of extra shit. But I recently went there with my friend who got the burger, and it was like a 7 out of 10, and one of my other friends had got the seafood. And they rated at the 6 out of 10 so...
This place more than likely has something for anyone. With 10+ stalls ranging from Asian cuisine, Boba, a full service bar, bakery and more there's plenty of options. Its also recently been built so it's got gorgeous furnishings, ample lighting and comfortable seating.
Kind of like a food court with several options. A bakery, an ice cream stall, pho, poke, and fried seafood were all available. For my first visit I ordered chicken and sausage soup with hush puppies. I didn't have the option to order from a person, only the kiosk was available to me, so no cash option. Its nice inside, clean, and there was plenty of seating available at 4 pm on a Sunday afternoon, your mileage may vary.
First, the posted hours on the door says they open at 10:30am. They changed the opening until 11 but we waited outside until 11:15 yesterday for them to open the doors. I have been going there since they opened and have watched the consistent decline of the place. The bakery closed so no coffee and pastry. About half of the food options have disappeared. I am fine with the staff having limited understanding of the English language but not fine with all the kiosks. If you want a slight change in your order, example extra mayonnaise on a sandwich the kiosk doesn't offer that option and you can't find anyone to help you. Why should they request a tip of at least 15 percent if you have to order by kiosk, return to collect your food and then bus your table? I suggest you improve your service, add additional food options and change the signage regarding your hours you will continue to lose business. Yesterday other than the 2 at my table there were 4 other guests in the place.
Great Foodhall with so many amazing options. Loved the pho as well as the springs rolls and crab rangoon. Poke bowl with spicy tuna was probably the best dish. Can't wait to return to try the Bánh Mi and the cakes.
Robért Fresh Market Marigny
| Address | 2222 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 262-8888 |
I’m not sure who’s in charge of food safety at New Orleans’ most expensive grocery store, seemingly nobody.
Again this week, my very expensive pint of cherry tomatoes was moldy through the middle when I got it home. And just today, I found an entire freezer full of thawed food reading over 66°F, well above a safe temperature for refrigerated food, let alone frozen food.
Every time I go in, I find expired food &/or limp, moldy produce. Given the prices they charge, the quality control, food safety, and overall shopping experience should be considerably better. Long lines and discourteous staff only add to the frustration. When you’re paying a premium, you should be getting a premium experience, not spoiled produce, expired food, and an unpleasant trip to the grocery store. This is a recurring problem, not an isolated incident.
I was looking for some steamed shrimp while I was in New Orleans and this grocery store had everything you could ask for. They had a fresh salad bar set up as well as a buffet with all types of delicious food. But I have to brag on their Cajun steamed shrimp because it was the best that I have ever had in my entire life.
Loved this market! We had a little bit of everything - the salad bar, sandwich trays, fried chicken - and were super impressed! Loved everything we got. Definitely recommend!
They're quite proud of their prices... As in they are higher than practically any other store in the city but considering that this area is a veritable food desert they kind of have the ability to get away with such things. Grateful for the fresh produce options and also their rotisserie chickens are pretty solid for 8 bucks or whatever it is.
This is my neighborhood store. Lately I have encountered sour attitudes from the workers on multiple visits. A general sense of stress and anger is being pushed out onto the customer by the workers.
I just bought a coffee 5 minutes ago and felt like I was being a nuisance to the worker. Last week the cashiers at the front 2 registers were shouting at customers the "PJ'S is open!" about 5 times while I waited in line, as the PJ'S cashier was already engaged with a customer.
It is a wild business strategy to have workers hate/ignore/yell at customers that just want to buy stuff.
I am going to keep shopping there, so grain of salt I guess? Buyer beware?
The Market on Adams
| Address | 714 Adams St, New Orleans, LA 70118 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 266-2705 |
I haven’t been to this place until recently while I was visiting a friend nearby. We were planning on eating out, but the weather was terrible so we decided last minute just to stay in and cook something. We didn’t want to schlep all the way to one of the large supermarkets and this was close enough for us to go there and back in minutes.
I was so pleasantly surprised by how well stocked, clean, and easy to navigate it was! They also have a wide variety of selections so that we could get everything we needed in one stop! The staff are very friendly and helpful as well. Highly recommend this place. The prices were reasonable as well. Most smaller markets will charge an arm and leg but not here!
I’m planning on moving nearby after the first of the year and i can promise you I’ll be frequenting this place regularly.
Mo is the BEST!! He's got everything you need .. and if you want something he doesn't have? Tell him! He will get it for you!
Will what good really is it if they don't open in the mornings and what time do they really open I mean everybody is already at work
The Market on Adams is an outstanding store that offers a great selection of high-quality products, excellent customer service, and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff is always friendly, knowledgeable, and ready to assist.
The store is well-organized and consistently well-stocked, making it a reliable place for all essentials. Conveniently located near Tulane University, it’s a go-to spot for students and locals alike.
Highly recommend ⭐️5/5 stars⭐️
Great new store in the neighborhood. The store is clean and well stocked, with a variety of essentials. The gentlemen who run the shop are very polite. The credit card machine takes tap to pay methods such as Apple Pay, as well as chip insert or swipe. I'm interested to see how this store develops over time.
Rouses Market
| Address | 400 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 488-2129 |
Rousses is the place in town for your grocery needs! They go above and beyond here. They had smokers prepping meat outside to sell inside the store as plates. I come from Los Angeles and have never seen a set up like this before, it’s brilliant.
I came looking for diaper rash cream and was very thankful they carried the 16% zinc option. They have everything here. From freshly baked goods, to Cajun broils, to any kind of seasoning and the best New Orleans snacks! I’ve never had better tasting chips before.
It was easy to navigate the store even though it was huge. Each aisle was clearly labeled and the shelves were stocked so nicely. Their wine section is incredible, you can probably find anything you’re looking for!
They have express checkout for 15 items or less. It was a great shopping experience.
Plenty of parking out front!
I had a fantastic shopping experience and found nostalgic items I haven't seen in years
Love Rouses and would generally give them 5 stars. However, I went for a few things and a take-out supper. There were very few things available ready to eat. Finally settled on something but they had no plastic forks to eat it with.
The store is clean and organized. Great variety of healthy, organic and local sourced products. I especially love the deli and cooked meals. Some of them are better than the food in some of the restaurants. My only complaint is that the bathroom was surprisingly dirty and smelly. Overall, it's a great place to shop.
I love going to the Mid-City location because it is close. But ever since Winn-Dixie closed, I can't stand how crowded the parking lot is. Doesn't matter what time of day or night, it's always traffic in the parking lot
Matassa's Market
| Address | 1001 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70116 |
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| Opening Hours | Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Phone | (504) 412-8700 |
Yesterday I popped in for a container of mushrooms on my way home to make mushroom soup. They were marked 6.99. They rang up at 7.23 and total after tax was 7.99. I mentioned to the cashier that they were marked 6.99, and she said that yes with tax they total 7.99. Back to me: 6.99 plus about 10percent tax doesn’t equal 7.99. It equals about 7.70. She eventually admitted that if you’re not paying cash there is a charge involved. So this store has a built in charge for credit cards that is essentially hidden. At least with a restaurant it’s right there on the ticket. Bottom line, I walked out without the mushrooms…and will not go back.
Quality and stock has gone way downhill since this was bought by the new owners. Overpriced expired lunch meat on the shelf and mushy, rotten produce. Pitiful wine selection. Will not be shopping here any more.
It is a nice shop. I was shocked how nice it is inside—couldn’t tell from the historical look of the exterior. The owner lady is super nice giving me lots of info.
Bishop is the best. Born and raised N.O. he makes some of the best food in New Orleans. Great little deli/market with fresh fruit and veggies. If you are ever in New Orleans this is definitely a place to stop in and get the real New Orleans for sure. Let Bishop know Barry from Pittsburgh" said hello
Nice family owned store! Great lunch specials! Locals love it! Fresh produce!
Tips for Navigating New Orleans Markets
To make the most of your exploration, it helps to understand the local rhythm and etiquette. While spontaneity is part of the charm, a little preparation can save you from the heat, the crowds, and missing out on the best goods. Here is how to shop like a local.
Bring Cash: While the world is increasingly digital, New Orleans retains a strong cash-based economy, especially in outdoor and art-focused venues. Many independent vendors and food stalls operate with limited connectivity or prefer to avoid card processing fees. Having small bills on hand will ensure you don’t miss out on a painting or a po’boy because the card reader is down, and it often helps you negotiate a better price.
Go Early or Go Late: The Louisiana sun can be relentless, particularly between May and September. The early bird truly catches the worm here; arriving at opening time ensures you get the freshest produce, the best selection of vintage clothing, and the undivided attention of vendors before the rush. Conversely, arriving an hour before closing often yields the best discounts, as vendors are more willing to negotiate rather than pack up heavy inventory.
Embrace the "Lagniappe": In New Orleans, "lagniappe" means "a little something extra." When you engage with vendors—ask about their craft, compliment their work, or discuss the weather—you often find that they add a little extra to your bag or knock a few dollars off the price. This is a relationship-driven city; a friendly conversation is the most valuable currency you can carry.
Check the Weather and Schedules: Many of the best venues are open-air or partially covered. A sudden Gulf Coast downpour can shut an outdoor market down within minutes. Always check the specific social media pages for pop-up markets or art fairs before heading out, as dates can shift due to festivals, hurricanes, or extreme heat warnings.
Bring a Tote and an Appetite: Sustainability is key, and plastic bags are becoming scarce. Bring a sturdy canvas tote or a rolling cart if you plan to buy heavy items like jars of jam, hot sauce, or fresh citrus. Furthermore, never eat before you go. The food vendors at these locations are often the launching pads for the city’s most famous brick-and-mortar restaurants, offering restaurant-quality food at street-level prices.
Exploring these commercial hubs offers a deeper connection to the city than any standard tour. You are not just observing the culture; you are participating in the local economy and taking home artifacts that hold genuine stories. Whether it is the scent of fresh basil, the texture of a handmade leather bag, or the taste of a raw oyster, these memories linger long after you leave.
As you wander through the aisles and stalls, remember that you are walking in the footsteps of generations of traders and artists. The vibrancy of New Orleans is sustained by these small businesses and the people who run them. By supporting them, you ensure that the unique tapestry of the city remains intact for the next wave of curious travelers.
