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Willa Jean, New Orleans, LA

Willa Jean

4.7
4.7
2157 Reviews
$30 and under
Regional American (Southern)
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Willa Jean is a southern bakery restaurant that adds a modern and elegant touch to the iconic, southern food we all know and love. It's the perfect spot for a coffee and a breakfast pastry to-go as well as a relaxed meal with friends and family. Located in the Central Business District in downtown New Orleans. Our restaurant offers multiple ways to enjoy all that Willa Jean offers. You can dine in our Main Dining Room for a full-service meal, reserve one of our Window Counter seats and get full service in a casual counter environment, grab a seat at The Bar -- they're first come, first serve, or utilize our stunning Pastry Counter by ordering at the counter and heading onto your next adventure.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Southern), Comfort Food, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 509-7334
  • Website
    http://www.willajean.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Eric Ivy
  • Private party contact
    cbradley@beshrestaurantgroup.com: (504) 323-7707 ext. 351
  • Location
    611 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113
  • Neighbourhood
    Central Business District
  • Cross Street
    O'Keefe & Girod
  • Parking Details
    There is street parking available as well as many pay-to-park lots within walking distance.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,157 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Great for brunch

  • New Orleans

    Great for brunch

2,156 Reviews

  1. AnneC

    Hawaii

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    There is a wide variety of food from super healthy to more traditional southern breakfasts. Everyone in our 4some enjoyed their food.

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  2. LeoLeigh

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and terrific service. Restaurant is very clean and staff are very attentive. Highly recommend.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Baton Rouge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service, food and cocktails were high quality, and service was very quick. This place is busy for a reason!

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  4. CarolP

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is beautifully presented and so very delicious! The service is friendly and prompt, but never rushed.

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  5. Rlagnado

    New York Area

    119 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    119 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Seriously, the best biscuit Ive ever had, and Ive had plenty. When I found out I was coming to New Orleans on business, it was the first thing I thought of and dreamed about until I got there!! Dont ignore the rest of the menu, the shrimp and grits were solid as was the fried chicken. Run dont walk!!!

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  6. Skids

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve been here numerous times over the years and it never disappoints. Great food, excellent service, well certainly go back.

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  7. BradfordF

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Outstanding brunch and bakery. Willa Jean is a favorite for this out-of-towner and has been consistently good for years.

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  8. AHRushing

    Austin

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food is excellent, but the service has been subpar each time we’ve been. Unfortunately, last Friday was no exception. After taking our order, we were ignored the rest of the time.

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  9. ChristalK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was phenomenal and the service was exceptional!

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  10. CarolS

    Amarillo

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious! I recommend reservations but you can get some things to go too!

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  11. LDavis

    Anchorage

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience2
    Nice breakfast - B&G was delish and WJ Breakfast plate also amazing. Spendy but portions are large. Super nice staff, just a little slow because the place was so busy. Would def recommend and totally worth the walk to get away from the bland crap on the french quarter. Quality ingredients with great flavor.

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  12. NicoleR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite spot in New Orleans. Never disappoints.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food for brunch. Sausage and gravy and avocado toast were excellent

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  14. 50YearNOLANative

    New Orleans

    27 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The tomato soup and grilled pimento cheese sandwich combo: real comfort food that will be particularly enjoyable on cold damp days.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The biscuit sandwich was amazing and was given a side of jam upon request. Service was welcoming, bustling urban location.

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  16. MikeB

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved everything from the ham and cheese croissant to the biscuit with jam. Loved.!! We will be back

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  17. RAG319

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Biscuits are incredible. A must go in NOLA for breakfast, brunch or just coffee and a pastry.

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  18. KristenP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very cute space, friendly staff, and everything we ordered was delicious!

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  19. FLfoodie

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious, imaginative lunch, reasonably priced. Helpful, friendly, capable service. Amazing bakery!

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  20. Jojo

    Yosemite

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Don’t know why we made reservations; website said the only time available was 8 or 830 am but throughout the meal less than half the seats were occupied. Only one barista was available so drink orders took a long time and mine was not extra hot as I requested. I asked for scrambled eggs and received poached but it was quickly corrected. Food, however, was delicious!

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  21. PaulaH

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We go here every time we visit New Orleans. Food is outstanding. Only complaint is that it is loud.

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  22. DanielaR

    New York Area

    161 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    161 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Best brunch food !! Great ambiance … off hours are best. Cornbread amazing ! Don’t leave Nola without going !

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top tier breakfast with creative food choices. Perfect spot to start your day.

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  24. DanLyn

    New York Area

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite places for brunch. I recommended it to one of my friends, and she was so happy to discover it as well. I don’t miss all the fresh baked goods, especially the corn bread. Don’t forget to take one to go as well.

    Willa JeanResponded on October 27, 2023

    Hi DanLyn, We are so pleased you enjoyed your visit at Willa Jean, we hope to see you again soon!

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  25. greggyk

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great B&G and perfect poached eggs. Worth the price.

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  26. Westwood

    Los Angeles

    63 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Biscuits! Long lines for brunch and takeout! Favorite local brunch place.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic ! W Weill definitely be back to Willa Jean!

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  28. hilmarw

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Biscuits were amazing! Had two different biscuit sandwiches, both were great. Server was a ray of sunshine, would likely recommend!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was excellent! The server only brought one napkin anytime I asked for extra napkins (weird with jam, greasy burgers, and cookies and milk). Outside of that it was a great experience with even greater food.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the shrimp and grits which were recommended by our server. They were fantastic! We had cookies to go which were also delicious. The restaurant is very open and refreshing and also had a wonderful vibe. We definitely recommend this great lunch spot!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food! You have to get the corn bread! It’s amazing.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The restaurant was lively and full of diners. Service was timely and cheerful by knowledgeable staff. Meal was outstanding. Busy place on weekends, reservations highly recommended to avoid a long wait.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous experience! Everything we put in our mouths was to die for! Do not miss the chicken sandwich and the cheese grits!

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  34. CAVO

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Inventive flavors, good shareable dishes, great waiter with spot-on opinions! A casual vibe, love the giant painting of the fish.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, service and setting. Would definitely return.

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  36. hybl

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    The food was so so. My first order of Huevos Rancheros was ice cold. The second warmer but still so so.

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  37. tdpg

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Lacks ambiance and charm. Very pedestrian at best.

    1 person found this helpful

  38. Charbry

    New Orleans

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food and the staff. Our theater group will definitely return.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    We appreciate the staff accommodating our request to be in the back for discussion. Food and service are great! Can be loud when full.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my fourth time visiting the restaurant, and it never disappoints. I absolutely love Willa jeans for the delicious creative menu, the biscuits and butter are to die for!!

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You can order delivery directly from Willa Jean using the Order Online button. Willa Jean also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 509-7334.

Willa Jean is rated 4.7 stars by 2157 OpenTable diners.

Willa Jean does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Willa Jean

611 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    O'Keefe & Girod
  • Neighbourhood
    Central Business District
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 7:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Southern), Comfort Food, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    There is street parking available as well as many pay-to-park lots within walking distance.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Eric Ivy
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.willajean.com/
  • Phone number
    (504) 509-7334
  • Private party contact
    cbradley@beshrestaurantgroup.com: (504) 323-7707 ext. 351
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