How it all began…

…Our very own once upon a time:

From its humble beginnings, coffee has always been part of our lives. Stanislaus and Marie Melancon began everyday with a hot and steamy cup of coffee. Mrs. Melancon, known as “Mam Laus” by customers and friends, made sure everyone in the house enjoyed a perfect cup of coffee everyday. We have always known how important great coffee is throughout the day, and you will feel right at home with every sip of River Road Coffee.

This wholesome tradition began in the 1800s at a small country store along River Road and continues today with River Road Coffees. Enjoy the original relaxing coffee break with a smooth and irresistible cup of River Road Coffees.

The aroma swept through the house on that bright and dewy morning. Stanislaus and Marie Melancon awoke to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, and it was this particular morning the idea came to them. They realized how folks and family could come together to share wisdom and special times over a great cup of coffee. And soon the couple and their small country store became a local tradition for good times and great coffee.

Mr. “Laus” carried a cup of his favorite dark roast, or “strong brew,” with him as he went about his daily duties. Mrs. Melancon however, preferred a fresh morning cup of a smooth medium roast. "Mam Laus" made sure everyone in the house enjoyed a perfect cup of coffee before doing anything else. Many years have gone by and now new generations of the Melancon family capture the authentic flavors people in Southern Louisiana have grown to love.

We are proud to select, blend, roast, package and distribute River Road Coffees around the Baton Rouge area. Our coffee is specially blended to meet the perfect quality flavors that Papa and Mam Laus enjoyed with their family and friends each day.

Like a delicious slow roasted coffee, we take our time roasting the beans, personally watching over the grinding and packaging and providing customer service that will exceed expectations. Freshness is essential for great coffee, so we strive for the shortest time from the roaster to you. We are constantly putting new products on the shelves to ensure you drink River Road Coffees at its peak of freshness.

River Road Coffees delivers the same fresh coffee that you enjoy at home, to your business. Click coffee service to find out more.

…And that is the story of River Road Coffees