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Black-Owned Coffee Shops, Bookstores & Praline Shops in New Orleans (2026)
By Online African Shop Team · Updated September 2026
Spend your coffee, praline and book money with Black-owned businesses. This list covers 7 coffee shops, bookstores, a praline maker and boutiques in Marigny, Bayou Road, Treme and St. Roch.
Every business here was named as Black-owned by a trusted local source (listed at the bottom). Hours and locations change, so call or check the website before you go.
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Black-owned bookstores, bakeries, coffee shops and small businesses in New Orleans
7 places-
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Treme / Old Storyville (edge of French Quarter)
Backatown Coffee Parlour
Don't missBBQ crawfish and grits; sweet potato pie; Vietnamese iced coffeeCoffee shop owned by Jessica and Alonzo Knox at the entrance to historic Storyville, with local art and Southern pastries.
301 Basin St, Suite 1, New Orleans, LA 70112
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Marigny
Baldwin & Co. Coffee & Bookstore
Don't missLavender latte and books by Black authorsBookstore and coffee shop founded in 2021 by DJ Johnson and named for James Baldwin. It runs a literacy foundation. Open daily 7 a.m. to 3...
1030 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117
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Bayou Road / 7th Ward
Community Book Center
Don't missAfrican diaspora books, African and Haitian art, fabrics and giftsBookstore Vera Warren-Williams started from the trunk of her car; it has been in business for more than 40 years. Open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m....
2523 Bayou Rd, New Orleans, LA 70119
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Marigny
Loretta's Authentic Pralines
Don't missPralines and praline-stuffed beignetsFounded in 1983 by the late Loretta Harrison, the city's first African American woman to own a praline company. Open Thursday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to...
2101 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116
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Bayou Road / 7th Ward
King and Queen Emporium International
Don't missHandmade soaps, body oils, incense and herbal productsPersonal care and wellness shop owned by Andiaye Alimayu, who started out selling from a college backpack.
2500 Bayou Rd, New Orleans, LA 70119
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St. Roch / Upper 9th Ward
St. Noir Cafe
Don't missSavory and sweet pastries with coffeeCasual neighborhood cafe serving coffee and wine, with events that celebrate Black art and music.
1128 St Roch Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117
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French Quarter
Kay's
Don't missStreetwear and lifestyle piecesClothing boutique owned by Kay Charbonnet, selling streetwear for all body types.
602 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130
FAQ
Can I order online?
Many of these shops sell online or offer pickup and delivery. Tap Website on any card to check.
Which New Orleans neighborhoods have the most spots on this list?
Marigny, Bayou Road, Treme and St. Roch each have places on this list.
How was this list made?
We only include businesses named as Black-owned by trusted local sources, such as city tourism boards, local news and food writers. The sources are listed below. We check the list regularly, but always confirm hours before you go.
Can I suggest a business?
Yes. Email youronlineafricanshop@gmail.com with the business name, address and a link.
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