Phyllis Jordan opened the first PJ's outlet on Maple Street, in the University area of New Orleans, in September 1978. The first PJ’s quickly became a local favorite for its fresh brewed coffee and tea, fresh pastries and desserts, and its relaxed atmosphere.

Phyllis quickly decided that in order to make a truly great cup of coffee, one that met her approval as both a coffee buyer and a coffee lover, she needed to control the roasting process – a move that made all the difference.

That difference is revealed in the consistent quality of all of PJ’s flavors, cup after cup.

The first PJ’s franchised location was opened in Mandeville, LA, in 1989. Since then, PJ’s has become a favorite in a city known for its decadence and discriminating palates. Fine food and drink are a way of life in New Orleans, and PJ’s has earned a place at the top.

For two years in a row now, PJ’s has been voted the Best Coffee House in New Orleans. A feat not reached by any of the Seattle companies. That should tell you something – PJ’s roasts, blends, brews, and serves Simply the Best Coffee.

Now PJ's Coffee & Wine Bar is bringing a great experience to the rest of the world. Our growth and future plans means PJ's could be coming to your neighborhood soon!

You pay an ongoing royalty fee of 5% of weekly gross sales. Advertising expenses include reserving 2% of your weekly gross sales to be spent by you on local marketing. An additional advertising expense of up to 2%, currently 1%, of weekly gross sales may be required to be paid into the PJ's Advertising Fund.)

PJ’s Coffee is a franchise opportunity with a rich tradition, deep support, and something to prove. We’ve been producing simply the best coffee in the country for 27 years, and we’ve done it in a hot-bed of discriminating palates: New Orleans.