Fatma's Cozy Corner — Restaurant in New Orleans

This would get five stars PLUS if allowed. This was an extraordinary experience, and a relatively simple breakfast at that. Having traveled in Europe, I have been exposed to some really good food. These two women hail from there, and have brought those expectations with them to this cozy establishment. The door was open one summer morning recently. One of the women was tending to something in the room, and invited us in. I had my heart set on a beignet, and I looked at both sides of the menu, not seeing any. The first item was "Breakfast all day" and a breakfast sandwich. That could mean anything, and I thought, "We're here, we'll try it." The ladies encouraged us to sit anywhere - they had a couple of tables out on the sidewalk of this quiet neighborhood (if you don't count the freeway the next block over), some casual furniture in the front area, an open kitchen (almost always a good sign), and a back dining area. We took a small table in the back by a window. The two identical sandwiches were delivered, along with monster (the way we like it) tea mugs and a neat tea bag suspended over the cup with a wood strip, similar to a stirrer. The sandwich was a small biscuit, with fennel sausage patty, fried egg, cooked tomato, and (at our request) no cheese. There were two slivers of fresh watermelon on the side. Knife and fork were provided, and I proceeded to take small bites. OH MY WORD - the flavors were a perfect combination. It was a Marcel Proust moment "la madeleine" - a rush of beautiful moments in my past. I was in heaven. And it wasn't just me. My lovely spouse sitting across, with a very different background, found the meal superlative. The little biscuit was on the thin side, with the perfect combination of butter, crunchy flakiness, and mouth feel. The fennel sausage complemented the biscuit perfectly. And the tomato, cooked perfectly, added just the right touch of slightly tart, slightly sweet accent. As with much of cooking in Europe, this had a solid foundation of excellent ingredients, prepared as ordered, with great care and skill. But this takes a little more time, and a little more skill, which translates into a little more money, so these two women will never compete with McDonalds. Praise be on high that these two women have opened this shop, and found a way to express their love in such convincing and satisfying fashion, and shared it with me. May you be so lucky to find yourself on Ursulines Ave, near the freeway, in the morning, when they are open, and find your own bit of heaven thanks to Fatma's...

I'm currently homeless in New Orleans, and as such, whenever I enter a restaurant, bar, or hotel I'm always looked at differently. I don't necessarily "look 👀" like what you would expect a homeless person who lives on the streets to look like. I'm clean, young, fairly pretty, white, and we'll spoken, so I can usually pass through day to day life without people knowing they I'm homeless, unless they pass me when I'm "flying my sign"(pan handling on a side walk). This establishment is in the neighborhood that I currently "reside" in, and the owner and her three employees all know that I'm homeless, and they treat me so kindly in spite of the fact that many of the homeless in this neighborhood tend to be problematic for these 4 incredible women at times. They do kind things for everyone in the neighborhood, but for me personally, I have a soft spot for the eldest woman there. Every morning I go there as soon as I wake up, to use the restroom(this in itself is an amazing gift, being that most places charge you to use the restroom unless you buy something first) and to brush my hair and teeth before heading to the quarter, and when I come out this amazing lady is standing at the counter with a big, hot, fresh cup of coffee, and either a piece of fresh fruit, or some kind of delicious pastry waiting for me. She always has a huge smile and a kind word for me, along with breakfast. She had never once made me feel beneath her, or less in any way at all, while still being giving, and incredibly sweet to me. I would recommend this tiny little slice of heaven to anyone visiting this New Orleans area. The food is amazing, and the service is the definition of southern...

Fatma’s Cozy Corner is a gem in the heart of Treme, New Orleans. This quaint neighborhood coffee shop captures the essence of the area with its laid-back vibe and warm, welcoming atmosphere. The outside offers a charming set of tables and a stoop, often accompanied by a friendly cat lounging nearby—a perfect start before stepping inside.

The interior is just as delightful, with cozy tables and chairs scattered throughout the space. On the day we visited, the windows were open, letting a gentle breeze drift in as slow jazz played softly in the background, creating the perfect ambiance. Fatma, the owner, greets everyone with a smile, passionately describing each menu item in such detail that it’s hard to choose, as everything sounds—and turns out to be—amazing.

The menu features house-baked biscuits, quiche, and other bakery treats that are simply divine. Our group enjoyed a variety of drinks, including tea, Turkish coffee, drip coffee, and an Americano—all served piping hot and full of flavor.

For breakfast, we indulged in a coffee cake, a sausage biscuit sandwich, and a quiche. Each plate was beautifully presented, with the biscuit sandwich even accompanied by a small side of fresh fruit. Every bite was spot on, with incredible flavors from the coffee cake’s sweetness to the savory goodness of the biscuit and quiche.

Overall, Fatma’s Cozy Corner is a fantastic spot for a relaxing, friendly breakfast. We’ll definitely be back to try the lunch menu before we leave town! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a delicious, low-key meal in a...