PJ's Coffee News

Founded: 1978

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans was founded in 1978 by Phyllis Jordan, a pioneer in the coffee industry that demonstrated better beans, superior roasting techniques, and pure passion for the art of coffee-making mattered.

PJ’s Coffee is bringing the buzz from the bayou with a new high-voltage lineup of energy drinks available starting June 11, 2025.
June 11th, 2025
PJ’s Coffee is brewing up its rich New Orleans charm to commemorate the opening of its 3313 Berlin Turnpike location on Wednesday, May 28.
May 29th, 2025
The season of renewal is blooming with PJ’s Coffee bringing a refreshing lineup of limited-time spring beverages available March 6 through May 7, 2025.
March 6th, 2025
PJ’s Coffee is ringing in the spirit of Mardi Gras with the much-anticipated return of its King Cake-inspired beverages featuring cinnamon and vanilla flavors along with New Orleans King Cakes.
January 7th, 2025
Two iconic New Orleans-born brands are combining their rich histories and flavors to deliver an unparalleled experience.
December 5th, 2024
PJ’s Coffee promises a season full of warmth and flavor to coffee lovers everywhere with its new winter menu, introducing a new holiday favorite to complement its returning fan-favorite beverages available from Nov. 6, 2024, through Jan. 2, 2025.
November 7th, 2024
PJ’s Coffee is fueling the fight against breast cancer this fall in its first-ever national charity partnership with Susan G. KomenⓇ from Oct. 1 through Nov. 30 across all its locations.
October 2nd, 2024
PJ’s Coffee is taking seasonal flavors to the next level with the debut of Bananas Foster Cold Brew Cream along with two other fan-favorite indulgent beverages.
August 29th, 2024
The fresh-brewed flavors of New Orleans coffee and beignets have officially arrived in Montgomery with the opening of PJ’s Coffee at 17128 Walden Road.
July 12th, 2024
PJ’s Coffee kicked off its eighth annual Veteran Franchise License Giveaway on Thursday, July 4, a tribute to the nation’s heroes and a chance for them to open their own coffee shop. 
July 5th, 2024
PJ’s Coffee has opened a new training facility in Mandeville, Louisiana, to foster growth and efficiency within its network.
May 31st, 2024
PJ’s Coffee will reserve a special single table throughout Memorial Day weekend in honor of U.S. military heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.
May 21st, 2024
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PJ’s Coffee is brewing up something special for coffee lovers this season.
May 2nd, 2024
PJ’s Coffee is expanding a true taste of New Orleans in the City of Katy with its second location in the area at 1185 Katy Fort Bend Road beginning Monday, May 6.
April 26th, 2024
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans is opening its first Amarillo location in March.
March 13th, 2024
PJ’s Coffee is brewing up a spring fling with the launch of its seasonal drinks featuring a blend of familiar favorites and new flavors in bloom.
March 6th, 2024
The fresh-brewed taste of New Orleans coffee is coming to Denham Springs starting Friday, Feb. 9, when PJ’s Coffee opens its doors.
February 7th, 2024
“Let the good times roll” – with PJ’s Coffee’s limited-time lineup of King Cake-themed beverages.
January 4th, 2024
PJ’s Coffee is ready to spread the holiday spirit and make the season extra special with the return of its winter beverages beginning Wednesday, Nov. 1.
October 27th, 2023
PJ’s Coffee is asking its guests to share a little piece of their hearts with Kamila Temes, a prematurely born child in desperate need of open-heart surgery.
September 7th, 2023
PJ’s Coffee is bringing autumn to life with the return of its fan-favorite seasonal beverages ­ - with the classic taste of New Orleans - beginning Wednesday, Aug. 30.
August 29th, 2023
PJ’s Coffee is fueling up with caffeine and sur-prizes for National Drive-Thru Day.
July 24th, 2023
PJ’s Coffee is eager to connect with guests across Florida through freshly roasted premium coffee at its newest location in Pensacola.
July 14th, 2023
PJ’s Coffee is celebrating its birthday by having its cake and letting guests eat – and drink – it too.
July 14th, 2023
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The iconic small-batch flavor of PJ’s Coffee is making its way to the ever-growing Fort Worth.
June 30th, 2023
PJ’s Coffee is proud to announce that franchisees Harry and Dalton Dodich from Mobile, Alabama, have received the International Franchise Association’s Franchisee of the Year award.
June 23rd, 2023
PJ’s Coffee opened its doors in Sugar Land on Monday, June 19.
June 20th, 2023
It will soon be even easier for fans to get a Big Easy energy fix from their beloved New Orleans-born coffeehouse, because PJ’s Coffee is introducing six brand new specialty energy drinks.
May 18th, 2023
The wedding bells are ringing at PJ’s Coffee with something brewed - the Southern Wedding Cake beverages are back for a limited time.
May 4th, 2023
A taste of The Big Easy is making its way to the sandy shores of Florida’s gulf coast with a new PJ’s Coffee coming to Cape Coral this spring.
May 2nd, 2023
PJ’s Coffee is ready to bring more of its coffee, roasts and fresh pastries to DFW with a new location opening in North Richland Hills.
March 20th, 2023
PJ’s Coffee, the New Orleans based coffee concept, has been recognized as a top franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine, once again earning their way onto their Franchise 500 list
March 17th, 2023
PJ’s Coffee is celebrating spring in all of its glory with fresh and festive flavors for its latest beverage rollout.
March 2nd, 2023
PJ’s Coffee has found its dance partner for a Mardi Gras Mambo in 2023, with the famous coffeehouse pairing with fellow Louisiana-staple, Rouses Markets.
February 1st, 2023
PJ’s Coffee is letting the good times roll with the Soul of Coffee coming to North Richland Hills in February.
January 17th, 2023
PJ's Coffee of New Orleans, the coffeehouse known for its "southern hospitality" experience, is celebrating being named to the 2022 Top Franchises for Veterans by Entrepreneur.
December 14th, 2022
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PJ’s Coffee is adding quality people to help spread the word.
December 8th, 2022
PJ’s Coffee is proud to announce its partnership with Make-A-Wish® to fulfill a life-changing dream for a child in need.
November 4th, 2022
PJ’s Coffee is toasting to the end of summer with the return of its fan-favorite flavors of autumn ­- with the classic taste of New Orleans - for a limited time only.
September 1st, 2022
PJ’s Coffee is offering a special surPRIZE this National Drive-Thru Day!
July 22nd, 2022
The sun is beating down outside, and there’s nothing more refreshing than cooling off this summer with an ice-cold taste of the South at PJ’s Coffee!
July 7th, 2022
PJ’s Coffee knows a thing or two about keeping guests warm and comfy when it’s cold outside. But it gets sticky hot in the Big Easy, so the New-Orleans born coffeehouse can certainly cool people off with its drinks too!
June 10th, 2022
PJ’s Coffee is committed to recognizing the brave soldiers who serve our country, and this Memorial Day, the New Orleans-born coffeehouse is honoring those who died on the front lines through the Missing Man Table initiative.
May 26th, 2022
Starting May 1, PJ’s Coffee will be offering both when then New Orleans-born coffeehouse reintroduces its fan-favorite Southern Wedding Cake beverages!
May 5th, 2022
PJ’s Coffee fans in North San Antonio will soon be able to enjoy authentically fresh roasts inspired by the world-famous French Quarter when the popular coffeehouse opens its second local shop on Thursday, May 5!
May 4th, 2022
More San Antonians will soon be able to experience the soul of coffee - rooted in connection and excellence - when PJ’s Coffee opens its second local shop in April.
March 23rd, 2022
Committed to offering a unique, authentically fresh coffee experience, PJ’s Coffee is reintroducing a line of lightly sweet and decadent beverages starring honey macadamia nut.
March 8th, 2022
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans, an international coffeehouse franchise, known for its premium beverages and southern hospitality, reports the company’s strongest year of growth
February 9th, 2022
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There is nothing King Cake can’t fix! PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans (PJ’s) spreads the spirit of Carnival with a selection of hot and cold seasonal beverages: King Cake Latte, King Cake Protein Velvet Ice, and Zulu Coconut Iced Mocha.
January 13th, 2022
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans is proud to partner with Ochsner Health and Ochsner  Cancer Institute’s All In Against Cancer initiative to raise funds for medical treatment and new cancer therapies and research this fall.
October 13th, 2021
It’s Fall at PJ’s Coffee Y’all! PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans announces its line-up of autumnal specials.
September 22nd, 2021
For the 16th year in a row, Fast Casual has released their Top 100 Movers & Shakers list, with PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans ranking at #71.
June 17th, 2021
Today, the team at PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans (PJ’s Coffee) announces PJ’s locations across the country will reserve a table in memorial of fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members on Memorial Day.
May 25th, 2021
Summer is officially wedding season at PJ’s! PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans (PJ’s Coffee) makes their summer coffee splash with the return of Southern Wedding Cake.
May 5th, 2021
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans announced the next phase of its franchise growth on Wednesday, which entails a reinforced presence in the ripe development states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Mississippi.
March 24th, 2021
What’s the buzz at PJ’s? PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans (PJ’s Coffee) is now offering new springtime beverages to sweeten your coffee habits.
March 4th, 2021
Even amid the pandemic, PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans continues to innovate and grow. Most notably, PJ’s Coffee ranked #437 on the prestigious Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list.
February 16th, 2021
When you don’t know how to say it, say it with . . . PJ’s Coffee! PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans (PJ’s) spreads the love to coffee fanatics with a special Valentine’s Day promotion.
February 12th, 2021
All hail Carnival! PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans (PJ’s) is kicking off the Mardi Gras season with several carnival-inspired drinks.
January 20th, 2021
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans announced its plans for rapid expansion throughout Florida with hopes to bring 187 new locations within the next 10 years.
December 3rd, 2020
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