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Monas Cafe Serving New Orleans with authentic Middle Eastern flavor and local hospitality. Di

Fresh shawarma, hummus, falafel, wraps, plates, and more made with quality ingredients. A Mid-City favorite for bold flavors, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere.

10/02/2026

Every name has a story.
This is the story behind Mona’s. ❤️

WATCH FULL DOC IN THE LINK IN BIO

CREDITS
Director — Alaa Esmail Alaa Esmail (Allen)
Producer — AJ Jordy Adrian Jordan Jr.
Director of Photography — Peter Phillips Peter Phillips
Sound — Johnny Clement Jonathan Clement
Music Score — Reid Willis Reid Willis
Colorist — Seth Mathews Seth Mathews

Featuring
Hasheemah Afaneh
Justin Kongolo Justin Kongolo
Manal Ahmed

Special thanks to Abdul Aziz. Abdul Aziz

Filmed on location at Mona’s Cafe, New Orleans.
A Channel Vivid production, in association with Mad Bomb Media. Channel Vivid MADBOMB MEDIA

SPINACH PIE | فطيرة السبانخ 🌿Fresh spinach, onions, sumac & za’atar wrapped in fresh pita dough and baked until golden.
09/23/2026

SPINACH PIE | فطيرة السبانخ 🌿

Fresh spinach, onions, sumac & za’atar wrapped in fresh pita dough and baked until golden.

SAFEIHA | صفيحةSeasoned ground beef spread over fresh pita and baked to perfection. 🫓🔥
09/18/2026

SAFEIHA | صفيحة

Seasoned ground beef spread over fresh pita and baked to perfection. 🫓🔥

09/15/2026

Here’s the reason behind the remodel: summers here get hot and humid, so we added retractable windows that open up on nice days. Inside, a cleaner, fresher look, same charm you’ve always loved. Same food, same family.❤️

WATCH FULL DOC IN THE LINK IN BIO

CREDITS
Director — Alaa Esmail Alaa Esmail (Allen)
Producer — AJ Jordy Adrian Jordan Jr.
Director of Photography — Peter Phillips Peter Phillips
Sound — Johnny Clement Jonathan Clement
Music Score — Reid Willis Reid Willis
Colorist — Seth Mathews

Featuring
Hasheemah Afaneh
Justin Kongolo Justin Kongolo
Manal Ahmed

Special thanks to Abdul Aziz. Abdul Aziz

Filmed on location at Mona’s Cafe, New Orleans.
A Channel Vivid production, in association with Mad Bomb Media. Channel Vivid MADBOMB MEDIA

BOGO starts TODAY at Mona’s Cafe.Buy one Chicken Shawarma Plate or Gyro Plate, get the second one FREE.September 15, 16 ...
09/15/2026

BOGO starts TODAY at Mona’s Cafe.

Buy one Chicken Shawarma Plate or Gyro Plate, get the second one FREE.

September 15, 16 & 17 — all day, dine-in only.

Bring someone hungry. You won’t want to miss this one.

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09/12/2026

🔥BUY ONE GET ONE FREE Chicken Shawarma and Gyro Platters📍 Monas Cafe 🇵🇸 September 15-17 Dine In ONLY🥙

📍3901 Banks St., New Orleans, LA
Established in 1987
Family-run Palestinian restaurant in Mid-City New Orleans serving authentic Middle Eastern dishes

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09/11/2026

BOGO at Mona’s!

September 15, 16 & 17 ONLY
buy 1 Chicken Shawarma or Gyro Plate and get the second one FREE! 👀

Dine-in only.
Three days only,
so don’t miss it!

09/10/2026

25 years ago a fire nearly ended Mona’s. The support from our beautiful community is the reason it didn’t. Thank you, New Orleans. ❤️

WATCH FULL DOC IN THE LINK IN BIO

CREDITS
Director — Alaa Esmail Alaa Esmail (Allen)
Producer — AJ Jordy Adrian Jordan Jr.
Director of Photography — Peter Phillips Peter Phillips
Sound — Johnny Clement Jonathan Clement
Music Score — Reid Willis Reid Willis
Colorist — Seth Mathews

Featuring
Hasheemah Afaneh
Justin Kongolo Justin Kongolo
Manal Ahmed

Special thanks to Abdul Aziz. Abdul Aziz

Filmed on location at Mona’s Cafe, New Orleans.
A Channel Vivid production, in association with Mad Bomb Media. Channel Vivid MADBOMB MEDIA

09/09/2026

The beginnings of monas cafe in New Orleans 🥹

WATCH FULL DOC IN THE LINK IN BIO

09/08/2026

In 1987, two immigrants opened a small bakery in Mid-City that became one of New Orleans’ most beloved restaurants and a destination for international goods. In this documentary we explore the story from the old generation to the new. Through the challenges, the handoff and the remodel, the family reflects on how far they’ve come and where they’re going.

WATCH FULL DOC IN THE LINK IN BIO

Address

3901 Banks Street
New Orleans, LA
70119

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

Telephone

+15044827743

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