the flagpole

Vincenzo Pasquantonio

5 months ago

★★★★★

It's only my second time visiting the Flagpole and I just had to write a review. First of all the owner is a great asset; he is so friendly and has quickly become an integral part of the neighborhood. The Cuban sandwich with plantain chips and guava juice is probably the best quick lunchtime deal in the area and the coffee is great. Prices are affordable and the vibe is unmatched. Esplanade Ave needs more places like this, with cafe seating, where you can just sit under the oaks and watch the day pass. For decades I've watched this spot, wishing for something just like this. I can't wait to go back.

Travels with a Stew

2 years ago

★★★★★

I made a hard stop as I was strolling on Esplanade Ave with my husky. A counter for coffee sipping? Homemade pastries by an elderly woman who bakes without a menu based on her mood? 2 treats for my Doggo? Outside seating where I can people watch and enjoy the best coffee Nola has to offer? All of it. YES! I joke Not. The coffee is smooth and strong enough to put a pep in your step. Don’t waste a minute going anywhere else. Stop here and stay awhile. The owner gets a 5 ⭐️ for a great attitude and smile.

Austin Graff

2 years ago

★★★★☆

For ambiance, Flagpole NOLA is such a cute coffee shop. On a corner along a charming street, a Cuban man runs the cafe making strong coffee and pastries. Parking along a nearby street, I ordered a hazelnut latte. It was made with love, but wasn't my favorite latte. However, the experience was great from service to space.

Cindy Qin

4 years ago

★★★★★

Love this place! I come here every time I visit New Orleans. Their specialty snow balls are a must-try, and I really liked their jalapeño ham and cheese bagel sandwich. They have dog treats and gave my dog a pup cup! The service is always great, definitely a spot to check out if you’re in the area!

Anna Baatz

3 years ago

★★★★★

Excellent shaved ice with great flavors! The real fruit flavors are excellent (today got "Raw mango") and subtly sweet, greatly paired with a condensed milk topping. The coffee flavor is made with fresh cuban coffee and heavy cream- very decadent and strong but also unsweetened so very necessary to get it with condensed milk as well. Their fresh guava juice, bagel sammies and other flavors sound great too, and the outdoor misting fans are so refreshing. Highly recommend!