New Orleanians take their food very seriously. You can tell
that in how we revere our historical restaurants and how strict we are about
our traditional recipes. In order to keep our culinary spirit thriving, we have
to have excellent, world-class supermarkets to make the groceries. Everyone has
their favorite grocery store to shop at and will give you all the reasons they like
going there. We even still talk about bygone grocery stores and why they were
the best, like Shwegmann's.
These New Orleans grocery stores will provide you not just
with the best produce, meat, and more, their atmosphere can be conducive for
culinary creativity. And you'll probably run into a few people you know while
you're making your groceries.
10 Places to Get Groceries in New Orleans
1. Rouses Market
Multiple Locations
rouses.com
Rouses Market stands out as an exceptional supermarket in Louisiana due to its deep-rooted commitment to the local community and its emphasis on providing high-quality products. Founded in 1960, Rouses has grown to become a beloved institution, known for its extensive selection of fresh produce, locally sourced meats, and a wide array of specialty items that reflect the rich culinary heritage of the region.
Rouses Market also enhances the shopping experience through its commitment to customer service and community involvement. The store's knowledgeable staff is always ready to assist customers, providing personalized recommendations and ensuring that shoppers find exactly what they need.
2. Langenstein's
Multiple Locations
langensteins.com
Langenstein's is a remarkable supermarket due to its dedication to both its customer service and the quality of its products. The store prides itself on offering a diverse selection of fresh produce, gourmet items, and local specialties that cater to the unique culinary culture of the region.
Langenstein's plays a vital role in the community by supporting local farmers and businesses. The supermarket, located in both New Orleans and River Ridge, frequently features locally sourced products, which not only enhances the freshness of its inventory but also contributes to the local economy.
3. Whole Foods Market
Multiple Locations
wholefoodsmarket.com
Whole Foods offers its commitment to providing high-quality, organic, and sustainably sourced products. With three locations across New Orleans and Metairie, customers have access to fresh, seasonal, and top notch goods.
While there are periods of the day when the stores become quite crowded (especially when the hot food buffet gets set up to serve lunch), the nights are a terrific time to visit Whole Foods for a more relaxed grocery shopping experience. Be sure to check their website to see what weekly sales they currently have.
4. Breaux Mart
Multiple Locations
breauxmart.com
Breaux Mart is iconic. From the name and the popular locations to the logo, Breaux Mart stands apart from the rest and has a loyal customer base. The staff makes a point of getting to know these regular shoppers and stands ready to help them find what they need, order specialty items, or make something unique.
Visit one or all of the five area locations
to see why Breaux Mart is such a local legend: Uptown (3233 Magazine St.),
Metairie (2904 Severn Ave.), River Ridge (9647 Jefferson Hwy.), Belle Chasse
(7902 Hwy. 23), and Chalmette (315 East Judge Perez Dr.).
5. Canseco's Carrollton Market
Multiple Locations
cansecos.com
Canseco's first opened on 1519 Metairie Rd. in early 2005, and it was the first grocery to return to Metairie after Hurricane Katrina. Due to the community's support, Canseco's was able to open a New Orleans location in 2007 at 3155 Esplanade Ave. Canseco's has three more locations in Arabi (6735 St. Claude Ave.), in Gentilly (2221 Filmore Ave.), and in the Riverbend neighborhood (1133 S. Carrolton Ave.).
Canseco's can attribute some of its success
to finding underserved areas in need of great quality groceries and opening up
shop. Patrons also love the catering service that brings sandwich platters,
dinner pans, and heavenly appetizers straight to you.
6. Robért Fresh Market
Multiple Locations
robertfreshmarket.com
Robért Fresh Market first opened up in Metairie in 1994 with a mission to bring hard-to-find gourmet items, farm-fresh produce, and signature prepared foods to its customers. Nearly 30 years later, and Robért Fresh Market has expanded to four New Orleans area locations and one Baton Rouge location. You can visit the original Robért Fresh Market in Metairie (5016 West Esplanade Ave.) or the Lakefront store (135 Allen Toussaint Blvd.), Uptown store (8115 S. Carrolton Ave.), or Marigny store (2222 St. Claude Ave.).
Robért Fresh Market operates with a mind-set
of value-added service. The staff members are attuned to the needs and wants of
the customers and strive to fulfill every request that's asked.
7. Winn-Dixie
Multiple Locations
winndixie.com
Winn-Dixie is one of the few non-locally-owned stores that New Orleanians will shop at, and they're willingness to go here is due mostly to Winn-Dixie's excellent prices and wide variety of products. The in-store pharmacy can also provide customers with cheaper prices on prescription medications; you may want to inquire about your prescriptions with them, especially if you're without insurance.
You can see great deals at the Winn-Dixie
stores located in Mid-City (401 N. Carrollton Ave.), Uptown (5400 Tchoupitoulas
St.), and in the East (9701 Chef Menteur Hwy.). There are more locations
in Metairie, Kenner, Chalmette, and the Westbank.
8. Adams Street Grocery & Deli
1309 Adams St., (504) 861-1120
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Adams Street Grocery & Deli is a well maintained petite grocery that known to be a great spot to get organic, fresh fruits and vegetables. They have exotic picks like rambutan fruit and cactus leaf nopales.
Hit up this grocery if you are looking to make a fun new dish. They even have divine selection of meats like beef tongue and cow heart! But if that is not your style, they have a stocked up fridge of beers and liquor at great prices.
9. Trader Joe's
2949 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, (504) 831-0253
locations.traderjoes.com/la/metairie
Trader Joe's opened to huge fanfare in Metairie as it was the only location anywhere near New Orleans (though two New Orleans locations are now currently in the works). The grocery shop with unconventional items is usually quite busy, but don't let that deter you from coming here to shop around. You're bound to find something you'll love.
The Trader Joe's-brand products are always
a great value, but the high-end organic products that you can also find at
other stores are so well priced at Trader Joe's. The spirits and wine definitely
keep customers coming back because it's some of the lowest prices you can find.
10. Big Easy Fresh Market
2669 Canal St., (504) 226-2213
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Big Easy Fresh Market keeps things both big and easy. You can pick up delicacies from around the world like Buram honey with nuts, dulce de leche churros, dragon fruit, and more. Don't forget to try their hot and freshly made tortillas.
They have fresh herbs at great prices. It is a great place to walk through and find things you didn't even think of putting on your list. Try their refreshing juices and clean selection of clean produce.
Best Stores to Make Groceries in New Orleans
The grocery shopping experience is so important. A good
store can be inspiring to you; it may make you want to be more creative, more
health-conscious in the kitchen. It may allow you to find new things that you
never even knew existed. Grocery stores are integral to the New Orleans way of
life.
What's your favorite supermarket in New Orleans? Let us
know where you shop and why!
