High Grinds
Central City, New Orleans · Opened December 2025
High Grinds at a glance
About
- 100% locally sourced menu
- Craft coffee and specialty teas
- Curated THC product selection
- House-baked pastries daily
- Community-driven neighborhood spot
Tucked into New Orleans’ Central City, this coffee shop doubles as a microhub for locally made pastries, specialty teas and a curated selection of THC offerings. Every ingredient and product comes from neighborhood purveyors, giving the menu a distinct, community-driven flavor. It’s the kind of place where morning rituals and slow afternoons feel equally intentional.
What to Order
Bayou Butter Croissant
A flaky, salt-kissed croissant made with locally cultured butter and a hint of cane syrup — perfect with morning coffee.
NOLA Spice Beignet Twist
A playful take on the classic beignet, dusted with spiced sugar from a neighborhood mill and served warm.
House Cold Brew — THC Infused (optional)
Slow-steeped local roast with an optional precisely dosed THC infusion for a mellow, balanced lift.
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