Our Story

TellTale Coffee was born out of a simple but powerful belief: stories connect us. From the first pour on our mobile coffee truck to building a permanent space in the heart of the Lower Ninth Ward, our journey has always been about more than coffee—it’s about people.

We set out to create a place where neighbors become friends, ideas become action, and every cup serves a bigger purpose. We started small—with a truck, a dream, and a deep desire to create a space where community could gather and grow. From the start, every cup has been a way to invest back into the neighborhood: creating jobs, sharing stories, and sparking hope where it’s often been overlooked.

Now, we roast our own coffee right here in the community—not just to craft better flavor, but to build something bigger. Our roasting program is designed to train and equip local residents with marketable skills, reduce operating costs so we can reinvest in the neighborhood, and give our customers a chance to drink with purpose.

When you buy a bag of TellTale Coffee, you’re not just getting a great cup—you’re helping us write a better story for the Lower Ninth Ward.