Faubourg Fresh Market — Local services in New Orleans

In spite of my disappointment at Faubourg not accepting EBT, they have my heart. I called a little while ago in an attempt to locate a colander within close proximity that wouldn't require me to have to cross the river (which now costs $2 every time you board the ferry). The lady that answered apologized and siad that they had yet to get cookware in the store for sale. I told her that if she personally had an extra one around that I'd purchase it from her. She then tells me that her son lives nearby and that she'd get him to see if they had an extra colander. If they did, she said she'd sell it to me. Though her son found that they did not have an extra, I was amazed by the customer service and consideration of solving my problem in a direct and simple way. The willingness to help someone in that manner goes a long way in my book. Thank you so much for being who you are and also a...

This is a fantastic little corner store. My family and I walk here at least once a week and pick up some snacks. They do carry quite a few staples as well if you need something but don't want to go out to a full grocery store (e.g., milk, eggs, bread, meats, coffee, etc.). They also carry a lot of local items, which is especially nice. It gives us a chance to try new things from...

I have seen this store many times, but choose to shop larger grocers. I had occasion to use this "convenience" store and found it surprisingly well stocked for the type market it is. The prices are not outrageous and I bought the stone ground grits I was craving. The only negative is that some produce and other goods may be dated so keep that in mind...