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Royal Roastery

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Royal Roastery; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsRoyal RoasteryLouisiana coffee roastersColombiaEthiopiaIndependentRoasts in-house
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Royal Roastery is a New Orleans-area roaster that specializes in traditional Middle Eastern coffee, nuts, and sweets. Established in 2019, the company operates multiple locations and emphasizes a commitment to authentic cultural flavors and in-house roasting. They serve as a hub for both local cafe patrons and nationwide customers seeking specialty coffee and imported delicacies.

Ownership
Royal Roastery is an independent, family-owned business founded by friends who share a passion for Middle Eastern culinary traditions and hospitality.
Founded
2019
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its authentic Middle Eastern coffee culture, including traditional Arabic and Turkish coffee, as well as freshly roasted nuts and handcrafted sweets like Dubai chocolate.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Ethiopia
Farm-level sourcing
The brand offers a mix of single-origin coffees and traditional blends, but does not provide specific farm or producer names on its website. Their coffee program focuses on traditional preparation methods rather than detailed farm-level traceability.
Notable coffees
  • — Arabic Coffee (Qahwa Sada)
  • — Saudi Coffee
  • — Colombian Coffee
  • — Ethiopian Coffee
  • — Turkish Coffee
  • — Royal Espresso
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Royal Roastery, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2025-09-25 · NOLA.com
Royal Roastery in New Orleans LA sells viral desserts

Royal Roastery, a Terrytown-based business founded in 2019, has gained significant attention for its viral Middle Eastern-inspired desserts, including Dubai chocolate bars and fruit-shaped pastries. While the shop originally focused on coffee beans, it has expanded its retail offerings to meet high demand for these specialty treats.

2024-06-25 · Axios New Orleans
Where to buy TikTok pistachio kunafa chocolate bar

The Terrytown-based Royal Roastery gained local media coverage for its in-house production of the viral pistachio kunafa chocolate bar. The shop, which opened in 2020, is noted for its wide selection of Middle Eastern staples, chocolates, and coffee.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-21. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand mentions sourcing from countries like Colombia and Ethiopia, they do not publish specific farm or washing station details for their coffee offerings.

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