Karen’s guidebook

In Special K’s Gentilly Neighborhood Coffee Shops Pontilly Coffee -4000 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA 70126; 504- 355-2187; pontillycoffee.com Hours: Monday – Sunday: 6am – 9pm PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans – 6600 Franklin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122; 504-282-0898; pjscoffee.com Hours: Monday – Friday: 6am – 7pm: Saturday & Sunday: 7am – 7pm Restaurants Sassafras Creole Restaurant, 6600 Franklin Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122; 504-288-3939 Hours: Monday to Thursday: 11am-8:30pm; Friday & Saturday: 11am-9pm; Sunday: 10am-4pm Nice atmosphere, reasonably priced dishes with authentic New Orleans Creole flavor! Per the website – sassafrascreolekitchen.com: “Our commitment to our guests has helped launch Sassafras as one of New Orleans top authentic dining experiences. Our atmosphere combines New Orleans flavor and comfort with an upscale feel. From our creole favorites, (Famous Stuffed Bell Peppers, File Gumbeaux, Catfish Orleans, Chicken Bernard, and Ora Mae's Okra with Shrimp), to our flavorful takes on seafood (fried and grilled), St. Roch Pasta, Signature Salads, Juicy Steaks and Decadent Desserts, we offer something for everyone.” Messina’s Runway Café, 6001 Stars and Stripes Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70126; 504-241-5300 Hours: Tuesday through Sunday 8:00am – 3:00pm; Closed on Mondays Traditional New Orleans cuisine served in an historical aviation setting! Per the website – messinasrunwaycafe.com: Messina’s Runway Cafe is located inside the historic Terminal building at the restored art-deco style New Orleans Lakefront Airport. We serve traditional New Orleans cuisine by Chef Leon West, served in a classic aviation setting with a view of the working runway. If you’re visiting for breakfast, sample classics such as Eggs Benedict or Shrimp and Grits, and don’t miss our signature homemade sweet potato biscuits. Lunch offers a diner-style menu with daily “Blue Plate Specials,” plus more indulgent delights such as Louisiana lump crab cakes and gourmet burgers. East of Italy, 6600 Franklin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122; 504.286.1022 Hours: Monday – Saturday: 11am – 9pm; Sunday: 11am – 8pm Gourmet Pizzas, Italian dishes, with a New Orleans flair! Per the website – eastofitaly.com: East of Italy is the newest Italian dining experience in the Southern Louisiana region. We present your favorite Italian dishes in fresh new ways by using the freshest ingredients in simple yet delicious combinations. Whether it be a big bowl of spaghetti and homemade meatballs or a hot large pizza made on fresh-every-day dough, we strive to offer only the most delicious and eye-catching meals on this side of the Atlantic. Fast-Food Chains All selections are located on Chef Menteur Highway (or nearby) as you enter the subdivision: McDonald’sBurger KingWendy’sSubwayRally’s Taco BellCane’s Popeye’sChurch’s ChickenWe Dat’s Chicken Grocery Stores Wal-Mart Store4301 Chef Menteur Highway; 504-434-6076 Rouse’s Market6600 Franklin Avenue; 504-288-1600 Thank you for supporting Gentilly neighborhood businesses!