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Top tips

  • Try the doubles box with scotch bonnet pepper sauce served on the side.
  • Good to know: Expect outdoor seating with some insect presence; consider sitting indoors if available.
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  • Order the vegan plate featuring rice & peas, cabbage, spinach, and fried plantains for a filling meal.
  • BYO alcohol is allowed at this family-friendly spot.
  • Check availability of gluten-free options along with vegan dishes.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Platenamed in 8 reviews

  • Worth ordering: Doublesnamed in 7 reviews

People also mention tea, bread and soup.

Good for

The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Queen Trini Lisa is a casual Caribbean restaurant well-known for its vegan plate featuring rice & peas, island stir fry cabbage, Caribbean-style spinach, and fried plantains. The doubles—a soft, freshly made bread filled with spiced chickpeas and served with hot scotch bonnet pepper sauce—is a signature dish highly praised by locals and visitors alike. Outdoor seating and wheelchair accessibility enhance the experience, with the owner Lisa often personally greeting guests, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

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4200 D'Hemecourt St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12:00–20:00
Wednesday
12:00–20:00
Thursday
12:00–20:00
Friday
12:00–20:00
Saturday
13:00–20:00
Sunday
Closed

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Great service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
chickpeas, beans, vegetables
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