The new Cafe’ Nola invokes excitement and incredible nightlife while presenting the flavors, sights, and smells of the Caribbean and New Orleans. Reminiscent of Rick’s Café in Casablanca, the restaurant delights patrons with lunch, and dinner with a robust selection of custom drinks and an adjacent Bourbon Street Lounge.
Dimly lit eatery with pressed tin ceilings serving New Orleans cuisine alongside wine & cocktails. Based on 917 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
400 E Nelson Ave, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
Phone: (850) 610-8849
Website: https://cafenola.net/
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Hours
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Tommy Kandler
I would say this is the best place east of New Orleans, but it’s even better than New Orleans. My three favorite cities in the southeast US are Charleston, Mobile, and New Orleans in that order. This is the first time I’ve ever felt that I am in all three simultaneously. Chef Ernie is amazing. I didn’t order food, he just knew what I wanted and brought it to me. Stephanie behind the bar is an alchemist in a bartenders clothing. This is the best kept secret in South Alabama and North Central Florida. It is conveniently located to a 10 and well worth a 2 Hour Dr.
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Maria Ross
Everything was great. My fried oysters were to die for on top of my fresh salad. The Cajun Bloody Mary was amazing. My husbands Cajun burger was excellent. The kids loved their food too. I would go here again for the fried oysters alone.
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Weslin Bodell
Ordered the shrimp and grits ($25), my wife and I weren’t very hungry so we decided to split it, SO GLAD we did, it was perfectly cooked with just the right amount of New Orleans spice to it… even after we split it, along with the sliced bread and butter, we only ate 2/3 of it and took 1/3 of it to go…. We also ordered the beignets which I think are better than Cafe De Monde in New Orleans… only $6 for 3 was just perfect at the end of our meal (we only ate 1 and took the other 2 for our kids). The servers were the most professional hanging out behind the bar on their phones and chatting away where you could hear everything they said…. Our server was professional but it doesn’t seem like they have a dress code for the wait staff which seems like an easy fix…. Overall a 4.5 star experience, would have been 4.8 with a more professional wait staff/hostess!! Highly recommend anyway!!
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David Kravetz (Sumoflam)
A nice little cafe in town. We tried the fettuccine and also the gator bites. Daughter had the fried seafood platter. Food was ok. Portions were small for the price. Servers were friendly.
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Andrew Yatsko
We stopped in while in town for Scuba training. This restaurant is a must for anyone. The decor was great, and then the food really took it over the top. We ordered thr Andouille Sausaage Po-Boy, the Shrimp Po-Boy, Seafood Gumbo, then finished up with the Beignets. Everything was on point, I am used to Andouille being a bit more spicy. Sides get the cheese grits….I was super Jealous of my wife’s and had to try some.
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Colleen S
Visited about 3:30pm for a late lunch/early dinner on a weekday, and the place was almost empty. This was our first time to this restaurant, which looked like a nice restaurant in Defuniak Springs, with a focus on New Orleans style food. The decor & furniture appear upscale on 1st look, except upon closer look, most of the chairs need to be recovered as they are cracked or torn. That being said, the service was fast, efficient, and friendly. The food arrived promptly and was hot and tasty (fried fish & fries & grilled fish tacos with jambalaya), and prices were reasonable. Overall, we were satisfied with our meal and service and would visit again if in the area, and would recommend this for families, couples, or a romantic night out.
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Steve Keator
Food has potential to be very good. Our meal was not. Only two Fried Green Tomatoes to a $10 order! I asked about their Po’ Boys, and the waiter directed me to the redfish sandwich, which he assured me was in the same soft bun with lettuce much like a po’ boy. The $20 red fish sandwich was overcooked, and the hamburger bun tasted old. Got the small side salad which was good, but charged for a big one. The chef came out to check my fish, agreed it was not a po’boy, and that the fish was overcooked. Graciously refused to charge me.
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harlee smith
We are FROM South Louisiana and thus very discriminating about alleged “NOLA” cuisine. This restaurant did NOT disappoint, even though we had been in NOLA eating at fine restaurants just the week prior. The blackened redfish topped with lump crabmeat was EXCELLENT! As were the sides – Brussels sprouts, cheese grits, and fresh crunchy green beans. Highly recommend this place!
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Dwight Norman
Dinner was great. Very NOLA flavored. The Beignets are a must! Everything was delicious!
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Tina Walsh
If you’re in the area you have to stop at this gem of a restaurant. The food is excellent with a great New Orleans taste. Chef Joey does an amazing job in the kitchen. The waitresses and host were friendly and service was great.
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