Messina's Runway Cafe

Messina's Runway Cafe Classic New Orleans Creole Cuisine on the runway! Reservations accepted for 6 or more guests. to 2 p.m. Open NOW!
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A New Orleans iconic vintage landmark returns..., Messina’s Runway Cafe is located inside the restored New Orleans art deco landmark, known as The Terminal at the New Orleans Lakefront Airport. Runway Cafe offers traditional New Orleans cuisine created by Executive Chef Leon West served in an historical aviation setting. Open seven days a week, Runway Cafe offers a daily breakfast and lunch from 7 a.m. Savor some New Orleans breakfast classics such as: Eggs Benedict, Eggs Hussard and Shrimp and Grits or try our signature homemade sweet potato biscuits. Lunch at Runway Cafe offers a diner-style menu with a daily, “Blue Plate Special” or indulge on Louisiana lump crab cakes, poboys, gourmet burgers and sandwiches. Join us for a unique breakfast or lunch experience on the Terminal runway at Runway Cafe...Legendary Aviators, Legendary Food.

f you have not tried the Grilled Cessna Chicken Sandwich yet — this is your sign. ✈️✨Grilled chicken topped with Applewo...
09/11/2026

f you have not tried the Grilled Cessna Chicken Sandwich yet — this is your sign. ✈️✨

Grilled chicken topped with Applewood smoked bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, and a Dijonaise spread. Every ingredient earning its place, all on one sandwich. Available for lunch Wednesday through Friday at Messina’s Runway Cafe.

Miss ordering exactly what you want for breakfast? Come in on a weekday. 🍳✨Eggs Your Way at Messina’s Runway Cafe — two ...
09/10/2026

Miss ordering exactly what you want for breakfast? Come in on a weekday. 🍳✨

Eggs Your Way at Messina’s Runway Cafe — two eggs any style, your choice of toast or a Southern biscuit, bacon or Andouille sausage, and grits, cheese grits, or Brabant potatoes. Simple, satisfying, and available all day, Wednesday through Friday.

This weekend’s brunch buffet at Messina’s Runway Cafe is a great one — and we want to see you there! 🍳✨Join us Saturday ...
09/09/2026

This weekend’s brunch buffet at Messina’s Runway Cafe is a great one — and we want to see you there! 🍳✨

Join us Saturday and Sunday, September 12 & 13 for Weekend Brunch Buffet featuring Corn & Crab Bisque, Louisiana BBQ Shrimp, Creamy Crawfish Pasta, Southern Fried Catfish, Chicken & Waffles, Herb Crusted Tri Tip and Sugarcane Glazed Ham at the carving station, a made-to-order Omelet Station, and New Orleans Beignets at the Sweet Bar.

Call now to reserve your table before the weekend fills up!

Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM | Last seating at 2:30 PM
Sunday: $39.95 per adult | $15.95 per child
Reservations preferred — Call (504) 241-5300 💛

Happy Wednesday — and yes, you can get the Fried Chicken Blue Plate Special today!The Blue Plate Specials at Messina’s R...
09/09/2026

Happy Wednesday — and yes, you can get the Fried Chicken Blue Plate Special today!

The Blue Plate Specials at Messina’s Runway Cafe are now available Wednesday through Friday. Choose your plate — Southern Fried Chicken with mac and cheese, collard greens, and cornbread; Smothered Pork Chop with mac and cheese, collard greens, and cornbread; or Fried Catfish with thick-cut sidewinder fries, coleslaw, and cornbread. All $15.95!

There is always room for cheesecake. 🍰✨The Seasonal New York-Style Cheesecake at Messina’s Runway Cafe is available on t...
09/04/2026

There is always room for cheesecake. 🍰✨

The Seasonal New York-Style Cheesecake at Messina’s Runway Cafe is available on the weekday menu Wednesday through Friday — and the featured flavor changes, so there is always a reason to come back. Ask your server what we are serving today.

Weekend Brunch Buffet is back this Saturday and Sunday! 🍳✨Join us September 5 & 6 at Messina’s Runway Cafe — highlights ...
09/04/2026

Weekend Brunch Buffet is back this Saturday and Sunday! 🍳✨

Join us September 5 & 6 at Messina’s Runway Cafe — highlights include Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta, Creole Smothered Chicken, Herb Crusted Tri Tip and Cajun Roasted Pork Tenderloin at the carving station, a made-to-order Omelet Station, New Orleans Style Jumbo Boiled Shrimp at the Seafood Bar, and New Orleans Beignets at the Sweet Bar.

Reservations preferred — Call (504) 241-5300 💛
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM | Last seating at 2:30 PM

If there's one dish that defines New Orleans brunch, it's Shrimp & Grits. 🍤✨At Messina's Runway Cafe, we serve our class...
09/03/2026

If there's one dish that defines New Orleans brunch, it's Shrimp & Grits. 🍤✨

At Messina's Runway Cafe, we serve our classic New Orleans style BBQ shrimp with creamy gouda grits and a biscuit. Rich, flavorful, and made with the care this city puts into everything it cooks. Join us Wednesday through Friday and try it for yourself!

The Caesar that earned its reputation. 🥗✨Our Caesar Salad at Messina’s Runway Cafe — crisp romaine, house-made croutons,...
09/02/2026

The Caesar that earned its reputation. 🥗✨

Our Caesar Salad at Messina’s Runway Cafe — crisp romaine, house-made croutons, and classic Caesar dressing. Add grilled or fried chicken or shrimp and make it a full meal!

If you’re a grilled chicken sandwich person — the Cessna is your sandwich. ✈️✨ Grilled chicken topped with Applewood smo...
08/28/2026

If you’re a grilled chicken sandwich person — the Cessna is your sandwich. ✈️✨ Grilled chicken topped with Applewood smoked bacon, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, and a Dijonaise spread.

Our Blue Plate Special at Messina’s Runway Cafe is available every Wednesday through Friday. Southern Fried Chicken with...
08/27/2026

Our Blue Plate Special at Messina’s Runway Cafe is available every Wednesday through Friday. Southern Fried Chicken with baked mac and cheese, collard greens, and house-baked cornbread. 😍

Address

6001 Stars And Stripes Boulevard
New Orleans, LA
70126

Opening Hours

Wednesday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday 8:30am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+15042415300

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