When people talk about the best kind of poboy to get, the roast beef poboy is at the top of the list for many people. The hearty, savory,
rib-sticking roast beef is usually dripping with thick brown gravy and debris
bits of even more roast beef. The bread is perfect for soaking up the gravy before
it flows onto your hands, though it's not uncommon for the best roast beef poboys to get a little messy. There's nothing quite like it.
You may have your favorite roast beef poboy already picked
out, but these restaurants all have amazing, noteworthy roast beef poboys that
you have got to eat to believe. Here's your guide to tasty NOLA poboys!
Where to Get Roast Beef PoBoys in New Orleans
1. Parasol's
2533 Constance St., (504) 354-9079
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Parasol's is a regular spot to eat for Irish Channel dwellers. The menu features lots of poboys, as well as baskets, sandwiches, wings, and small plates. Roast beef cravers will enjoy the traditional Roast Beef PoBoy in homemade gravy or the Debris Fries PoBoy with fries covered in roast beef debris.
As with other poboy shops, The Ferdi is an excellent blended poboy. This Ferdi has roast beef and ham, and Parasol's recommends topping that with Swiss cheese. The Gravy Cheese Fries will probably have some roast beef debris in it too, and it's a great dish to have before bar-hopping through Uptown.
2. R & O Restaurant
216 Metairie-Hammond Hwy., (504) 831-1248
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Located near Lake Pontchartrain, R & O's is a great place for seafood dishes, Italian fare, and poboys. You're going to love the poboy offerings, and you may want to try something that you've never had before like the Italian Combo PoBoy: meatballs, Italian sausage, and red gravy.
The R & O Special is a ham and roast beef poboy with Swiss cheese, but you can get just a traditional Roast Beef PoBoy if you prefer. The Italian Roast Beef is a hearty helping of meat topped with red gravy. This restaurant also serves a French Fry PoBoy with rich roast beef debris brown gravy.
3. Mother's Restaurant
401 Poydras St., (504) 523-9656
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It's pretty easy to spot Mother's when you're walking or driving down Poydras Street. There's usually a long line of people waiting to get in. Mother's immense popularity is certainly due to its down-home comfort food, and the fact that breakfast dishes are served all day, every day. In fact, Mother's is open every day of the week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. just to serve all of those people who wait in line for them.
Mother's specializes in roast beef poboys! The Famous Ferdi Special is ham, roast beef, and original au jus debris. The John G. is all that plus turkey. You can also just get a Debris PoBoy that has little bits of roast beef debris and a whole lot of dripping au jus gravy.
4. Mahony's Po-Boys
3454 Magazine St., (504) 899-3374
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Mahony's Po-Boys & Seafood is home to one of the most innovative roast beef poboys in the city. Located on Magazine Street, we suggest that you order their famous Mississippi Pot Roast Beef Debris poboy.
Classically trained chef Ben Wicks has reimagined the traditional roast beef poboy with his Mississippi Pot Roast Beef Debris. Using Angus beef braised in wine with the holy trinity, this sandwich may not be a "classic" New Orleans-style roast beef poboy, but it's undeniably delicious. Drenched in rich gravy, this sandwich offers a gourmet twist on a beloved local favorite.
5. Short Stop Poboys
119 Transcontinental Dr., (504) 885-4572
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Located in an unassuming suburban neighborhood, Short Stop Poboys gets packed for lunchtime. Luckily, Short Stop opens at 8 a.m. to accommodate more guests before the have to head out for work.
You could literally get your poboy hundreds of ways because of the variety of bread types and sizes, dressings, condiments, hot sauces, and cheese. The Roast Beef PoBoy is an irresistible sandwich with debris-style juicy roast beef prepared in gravy and dripping with goodness. If you don't like it too messy, you can ask for your roast beef to come out dry or cold sliced. You may want to get it king sized (14 inches) if you have a big appetite.
6. Domilise's Po-Boy & Bar
5240 Annunciation St., (504) 899-9126
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Domilise's may look like a humble, old-school eatery, but this joint stays very busy starting at 11 a.m. every day (closed Sundays). People will happily line up around the corner to order their favorite poboy, even if they can't get a spot to eat it inside. There's a reason why this sandwich shop has drawn crowds since the early 1900s; it's simply the best you can get.
Domilise's specializes in meaty poboys. The Roast Beef is heavily ordered, but the Roast Beef + Swiss is something that you've got to have at least once. The combo Roast Beef & Ham PoBoy is also a great option if you're looking for something different.
7. Guy's Po-Boys
5259 Magazine St., (504) 891-5025
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Just look for the striking blue building on the corner of Magazine and Valmont streets. That's Guy's Po-Boys, and they're ready to serve you from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day of the week (except Sunday). Guy's is well known for traditional poboys, as well as some signature items.
The Roast Beef PoBoy is one of the most ordered items. This sandwich comes out dripping with hot debris gravy and requires lots of napkins to eat. Red meat-eaters will also love the Breaded or Grilled Pork Chops PoBoy, one of the few places in the city that has it. Don't forget your side of Gravy Cheese Fries or Potato Salad side!
8. Parran's Po-Boys
Multiple Locations
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Parran's has two locations and serves great poboys proudly made using John Gendusa's Bakery French bread. You can visit them in Kenner (2321 W. Esplanade Ave.) and Metairie (3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd.) for a Stacked PoBoy, a Charburger, or even a World Famous Original Seafood Muffuletta. The muffuletta is a masterful blend of fried shrimp, oysters, and fish with Parran's own homemade Cajun mayo.
Parran's Roast Beef PoBoy is served in "a gravy bath." The Surf & Turf has your favorite roast beef alongside fried shrimp. The other way to enjoy roast beef here is with the J & M Special: a poboy filled with ham, roast beef, and Swiss cheese.
9. Parkway Bakery & Tavern
538 Hagan Ave., (504) 482-3047
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Parkway Bakery is synonymous with poboys and is one of the most popular shops in all of New Orleans. They serve on average 1,000 people per, and with how good their food is, it's not hard to see why.
The specialty house-made Roast Beef With Gravy Poor Boy is a winner. It features slow-roasted roast beef that is just soaked in savory brown gravy. Try the James Brown Poor Boy: slow-cooked barbecued beef, shrimp, pepper jack cheese, and hot sauce mayo.
10. Johnny's Po-Boys
511 St. Louis St., (504) 524-8129
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Johnny's Po-Boys is a beloved institution in the world of poboys, serving up these iconic sandwiches since 1950. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, Johnny's has become a go-to spot for locals and tourists alike, offering a taste of authentic New Orleans cuisine. With its no-frills atmosphere and commitment to quality, Johnny's has earned its place as one of the city's most cherished eateries.
While Johnny's menu boasts an impressive array of poboy options, their Roast Beef PoBoy is a standout favorite. Piled high with tender, slow-cooked roast beef and dressed with all the fixings, this classic sandwich exemplifies the perfect balance of flavors and textures. For those looking to try something unique, the Surf and Turf PoBoy combines succulent roast beef with crispy fried shrimp, creating a delightful fusion of land and sea that keeps customers coming back for more.
The Best Roast Beef PoBoys in New Orleans
Great gravy, rich roast beef, crunchy bread, and delicious debris, these roast beef poboys are phenomenal. Locals love the taste of the roast beef poboys so much that
their opinions have traveled around the entire world. Visitors to New Orleans
want to know where to go to get the best roast beef poboy while they're here.
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