Messina's Runway Cafe

06/23/2026

It’s Tuesday — and the Blue Plate Special at Messina’s Runway Cafe is Southern fried chicken with macaroni and cheese, collard greens, and cornbread. 🍽️✨

Soul food done right, available today only for lunch. Come hungry!

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day! We cannot wait to welcome families through our doors this morning for our annual Father’s Day Brunch at Messina’s Runway Cafe. A friendly reminder—today is reservation only. We’ll see you soon!

06/20/2026

One week away until we take off. ✈️✨

Messina’s Runway Cafe launches our brand new Weekend Brunch Buffet on Saturday, June 27. Every Saturday and Sunday, come indulge in a traditional New Orleans buffet experience with one of the most unique dining views in the city. It’s almost time — and we are so ready. We’ll see you soon!

06/19/2026

Creole flavors. Fresh ingredients. A plate that delivers every time. 🐟✨

Our Creole Glazed Salmon — seared salmon topped with a cane mustard glaze, served alongside garlic potatoes and sautéed green beans.

06/18/2026

Last call for Father's Day Brunch reservations. 🍽️✨

June 21 at Messina's Runway Cafe — and we cannot wait to celebrate dads with a spread this good.

Call (504) 241-5300 to reserve.

$64.95 per adult | $32.95 per child (4–12)
Complimentary for children under 4 | +Sales tax & 20% gratuity | No separate checks

06/18/2026

The Caesar that earned its reputation. 🥗✨

Our Caesar Salad at Messina’s Runway Cafe — crisp romaine, house-made croutons, and classic Caesar dressing. Add grilled or fried chicken or shrimp and make it a full meal!

06/17/2026

Fried green tomatoes are a classic — but ours come with a Louisiana twist. 🍅✨

Topped with boiled shrimp and drizzled with our house-made remoulade sauce, this appetizer at Messina’s Runway Cafe is the kind of starter that makes you want to order it every single time.

06/16/2026

Have you seen this? ✨✈️

LPB’s Johnny Atkinson takes us on a tour of our home — the historic New Orleans Lakefront Airport. From its celebrated opening in 1934 as the “Air Terminal of Tomorrow,” to its years hiding priceless Art Deco artwork behind concrete walls, through Hurricane Katrina, and into its stunning restoration today. George Messina shares why the rich history and beauty of this landmark make it such a special setting for events.

We are so proud to be part of this building’s story!

Opening in 1934, New Orleans' Lakefront Airport was widely celebrat...

06/16/2026

Pecanwood Smoked Pork Ribs. Oak-Smoked Tri-Tip. Crawfish Étouffée & Grits. Made-to-order omelets. 🍽️✨

Dad's going to love this one. Join us at Messina's Runway Cafe for Father's Day Brunch on June 21!

June 21 | Seatings at 11AM & 1:45PM
Reservations Required — Call (504) 241-5300

$64.95 per adult | $32.95 per child (4–12)
Complimentary for children under 4
+Sales tax & 20% gratuity | No separate checks