Our Take: More than a restaurant, Cafe Reconcile provides culinary training for young adults 16-24 years old. Operated by Reconcile New Orleans, a non-profit, the restaurant provides hands-on experience for aspiring food industry professionals. Cafe Reconcile has been named by Eater New Orleans as one of the 38 Essential dining spots and by the New York Times in October of 2023 as one of the top 25 restaurants in the city. The Cafe is typically lunch only ( Tues – Friday, 11:00 am to 2:30 pm) but does offer occasional brunch service and special event offerings.