Rise & Shine
Start your day with a classic American breakfast at these pet-friendly, early-morning spots near streetcar lines.
The Crescent City beats with vibrant music, diverse culture, and, of course, food. Whether you are an early riser or a late-night reveler partying until dawn, New Orleans offers an abundance of American-style breakfast options. Knowing the best and the most accessible restaurants by streetcar in the city is key to getting a solid breakfast for starting or finishing up your day
Picture a plate of stacked warm pancakes dripping with maple syrup or a fluffy cheese omelet served with a side of crispy bacon. For the perfect breakfast in NOLA, check out these pet-friendly spots that open at 7 a.m—but close by 3 p.m.—serve American classics, and are within walking distance of a streetcar line. Rest assured, no one leaves hungry from these local breakfast joints.
Originally opening in 2008, the Ruby Slipper Cafe has since expanded to six locations across Orleans Parish. You can choose from any of the restaurants, which are open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends. Each café offers breakfast, brunch, and lunch, with pets welcome on the outdoor patios.
"At any of our locations with patios, we love hosting our animal friends," said Evan McNulty, community ambassador for the Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group. "In fact, we have a whole dog-friendly menu. Exact seating and availability will depend on location. Specifically, our Mid-City location has a beautiful patio with green space."
Another breakfast spot in the Mid-City neighborhood that opens with the rising sun is Wakin' Bakin', located at 4408 Banks St. Their hours are from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Sunday, and they are closed on Tuesday. Situated about three blocks off the Canal Streetcar Line, Wakin' Bakin' will satisfy anyone's hankering for an American breakfast, featuring menu items such as fresh biscuits and sausage gravy, as well as a stack of delicious pancakes, served with two eggs any style and applewood smoked bacon. This location has outdoor seating, so you can bring your leashed, furry friend. Their non-pet-frendly French Quarter location at 900 Dumaine St. keeps the same hours and also caters to an early-morning—or all-nighter—clientele.
When it comes to early morning breakfast, two favorite French Quarter diners, Jimmy J's Cafe and Cafe Fleur de Lis, are pet-friendly and steps from the Canal Streetcar Line. Bustling with hungry locals and tourists, Jimmy J's Cafe, located at 115 Chartres, is open every day of the week except Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The outdoor tables provide seating for those who want to dine with their pet. Cafe Fleur de Lis has two locations, but the Chartres Street location offers a second-floor balcony with great views for outdoor dining with or without your pet.
Menu items including the lemon-buttermilk ricotta pancakes and steak & eggs are tasty hits at District All Day Delicious, located at 611 O'Keefe Ave. Just a few blocks from the Loyola-Rampart Streetcar Line, District All Day Delicious, the latest expansion of District Donuts-Sliders-Brew, features a wide selection of doughnuts, specialty and locally roasted coffee, and a savory breakfast menu. "We have an exceptional menu for American-style breakfast," said Chris Audler, a partner of District Donuts-Sliders-Brew. "Our delicious pancakes and the BLT sandwich made with sourdough bread are very popular. There are four tables for outdoor dining with your pet."
Only a short walk from the St. Charles Streetcar Line, Luzianne Café appeals to those early morning risers looking for a hearty breakfast prepared fresh daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, "We serve an American-style breakfast including omelets, bacon, sausage, SwansDown homemade biscuits, chicken and waffles, and a boudin Benedict," said General Manager Alfred LaNasa. Outside seating is preferred for dining with your pet. LaNasa added, "We have two small tables outside that would be perfect for a furry friend to join their human companion for breakfast."
Happy hour begins at 7 a.m. for breakfast lovers at Lux Cafe, located in the downtown area at 935 Gravier St. and one block from the Canal Streetcar Line. Recommended dishes are the banana French toast, crawfish omelette, and fresh waffles with berries. Noted for its jazzy atmosphere and friendly service, Lux Café closes at 3 p.m. daily, has outdoor seating, and is pet friendly.
Breakfast is a crowd-pleasing experience at Who Dat Coffee Cafe in the Marigny, which features delicious including crab cake Benedict, corn cakes, and biscuits & sausage gravy. Open seven days a week, Who Dat Coffee Cafe is located at 2401 Burgundy St., approximately four blocks from the Rampart/St. Claude Streetcar Line. With ample indoor and outdoor seating, pets are welcome at the outside tables.
Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a substantial American breakfast, New Orleans has plenty of restaurant options. Don't worry, we've just scratched the surface with these early morning, pet-friendly, streetcar adjacent breakfast spots. The list of popular breakfast places in NOLA is endless and they meet all of your breakfast dreams.
