The Market Cafe Restaurant - Our History
The Market Cafe, a family owned and operated dining establishment since 1982, occupies the second oldest building in the French Market, which was first home to the Marcheaux Legumes, and previously known as the Old Vegetable Market and Fish Market. Dating back to 1823, the original cypress ceiling and 19th century columns remain.
Located in the heart of the French Market, The Market Cafe offers a unique dining experience. As you enjoy our haute New Orleans Cajun/Creole cuisine, revel to the beat of our 5-piece New Orleans jazz combo, and gaze upon the enchanting vistas of the French Quarter at Decatur and North Peters Streets, you will never forget spending a special evening The Market Cafe.
Our innovative recipes, exceptional service and al fresco dining combine to give you a dining experience that is truly rare to the New Orleans Vieux Carre scene. Relax and enjoy your evening at the Market Cafe, a true N'Awlins Original.
Please come be a part of our past, present and future in the United States most
historic, beautiful and, some say haunted, city!
July 26, 2009
"We had certifiably Heavenly food".
-- J. Martin Eckert, Pastor, University Lutheran Ministry, Normal, IL
June 22, 2008
"...and the rest of us will come back again because it was like dining on the patio of a true Parisian restaurant! Viva la France!" J. Perry, Santa Ana, CA
October 2, 2008
"Your fast service was enjoyable. We especially liked eating where the action is in the French Quarter." Karen Sears, Houston, TX
December 1, 2008
"The entire drive home we played the CD of the band. Fortunately, we didn't have to tip them after every song, but we did while we were there because they made our dinner taste even better. Keep up the great cooking."
Allison Gordon, Mobile, AL