The Best Sandwiches in New Orleans
Po’boys in every guise — shrimp, oyster, roast-beef-and-debris, hot sausage — plus the muffuletta that started it all.
30 spots · cited reviews. Open the app to see them all on a map near you.
Roast Beef PoBoy
Parran's Po-Boys Uptown
4920 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Parran's has two locations and serves great poboys proudly made using John Gendusa's Bakery French bread.
via whereyat.com
Roast Beef PoBoy
Guy's Po-Boys
5259 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Just look for the striking blue building on the corner of Magazine and Valmont streets. That's Guy's Po-Boys.
via whereyat.com
Mississippi Pot Roast Beef Debris
Mahony's Po-boys
3454 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Mahony's Po-Boys & Seafood is home to one of the most innovative roast beef poboys in the city.
via whereyat.com
Famous Ferdi Special
Mother's Restaurant
401 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
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.
via whereyat.com
Roast Beef PoBoy
Short Stop Poboys
119 Transcontinental Dr, Metairie, LA 70001, USA
Located in an unassuming suburban neighborhood, Short Stop Poboys gets packed for lunchtime.
via whereyat.com
Roast Beef PoBoy
Parasol's
2533 Constance St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
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.
via whereyat.com
Shrimp Remi Po-Boy
Mahony's Po-boys
3454 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Mahony’s goes full throttle. Mahony’s is the perfect stop for those looking to get something to eat before strolling along Magazine Street.
via neworleans.com
Shrimp Po-Boy
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
538 Hagan Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Runner up to Domilise’s in the Food War’s competition’s best shrimp po-boy, Parkway has been making sandwiches since 1911.
via neworleans.com
Roast Beef Po'Boy
R & O Restaurant and Catering
216 Metairie-Hammond Hwy, Metairie, LA 70005, USA
Known for pizza but also serving excellent roast beef po’boys, R & O offers casual dining with a focus on hearty, satisfying meals.
via Time Out
Hot Sausage Po'Boy
Verti Marte
1201 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
This 24-hour deli is perfect for late-night cravings, known for hefty offerings like the hot sausage po’boy and the All That Jazz sandwich.
via Time Out
Cochon de Lait Po'Boy
Walker's BBQ
10828 Hayne Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127, USA
Known for barbecue, Walker's serves a Jazz Fest favorite Cochon de Lait po’boy, stuffed with slow-cooked pork and topped with mustard slaw.
via Time Out
Roast Beef Po'Boy
Bears PoBoys
3206 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70001, USA
Inside Metairie’s oldest bar, Bear’s offers slow-cooked roast beef po’boys. The Ferdie adds grilled ham and Swiss for a solid twist.
via Time Out
Barbecue Shrimp Po'Boy
Liuzza's by the Track
1518 N Lopez St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Located next to the Fairgrounds, known for hearty New Orleans fare and their unique barbecue shrimp po’boy, doused in Worcestershire sauce and butter.
via Time Out
Glazed Pork Belly Po'Boy
Killer PoBoys
219 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Killer Poboys is the best po’boy shop in the Quarter, with gourmet options like glazed pork belly, along with all of the classics.
via The Infatuation
Muffuletta
Central Grocery and Deli
923 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
You should have a muffuletta when you’re in New Orleans, and since the sandwich was invented here, get one from Central Grocery in the Quarter.
via The Infatuation
Fried Bologna Sandwich
Turkey and the Wolf
739 Jackson Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Turkey and the Wolf is the best sandwich shop in New Orleans, and maybe the entire universe.
via The Infatuation
Shrimp Po'Boy
NOLA Poboys
908 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
In the heart of the French Quarter, Nola Poboys serves a delightful shrimp po'boy that combines freshness and traditional flavors, ideal for late-night snacks or casual meals.
via The Infatuation
Fried Shrimp Po'Boy
Domilise's Po-Boy & Bar
5240 Annunciation St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
Domilise’s charms with a handwritten menu and a lively atmosphere, offering a highly recommended fried shrimp po'boy that captures the essence of New Orleans.
via The Infatuation
Oyster and Shrimp Po'Boy
Zimmer's Seafood
4915 St Anthony Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122, USA
Zimmer’s Seafood offers a nostalgic take with their oyster and shrimp po'boy, using freshly baked bread and high-quality seafood, perfect for a meal by the lake.
via The Infatuation
Fried Catfish Po'Boy
Johnny's Po-Boys
511 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
A local favorite, Johnny’s Po-Boys is known for its fried catfish, oyster, and shrimp po'boys, attracting both locals and tourists looking for an authentic experience.
via The Infatuation
Roast Beef Po'Boy
Mena's Palace Restaurant
200 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Mena’s Palace serves an in-house made roast beef po'boy, sliced thick and covered in a flavorful gravy, ensuring satisfying bites every time.
via The Infatuation
Hot Sausage Po'Boy
Banks Meat Market
325 S Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
An essential stop for anyone looking for a classic po'boy, Banks Meat Market excels with their hot sausage po'boy, using standard Patton's sausage and offering great prices.
via The Infatuation
James Brown Po'Boy
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
538 Hagan Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Parkway is a staple for anyone seeking excellent po'boys, with a recommendation for the deep-fried shrimp and oysters or the classic roast beef dripping with gravy.
via The Infatuation
Stuffed Crab Po'Boy
Deanie's Seafood Restaurant in the French Quarter
841 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Known for its amazing seafood po'boys at reasonable prices, Deanie’s offers a unique stuffed crab sandwich that combines Cajun and Italian influences with delicious results.
via The Infatuation
Homemade Roast Beef Po'Boy
Sammy's Food Services & Deli
3000 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122, USA
Everything your favorite po’boy shop does, chances are Sammy’s does it better and cheaper. Their roast beef, stuffed with garlic, is highly recommended, offering a classic taste paired with excellent value.
via The Infatuation
Fried Shrimp Po'Boy
Castnet Seafood
10826 Hayne Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127, USA
You'll find our favorite po'boy at Castnet Seafood in New Orleans East, known for generous portions of fried shrimp packed in their sandwiches. This classic establishment is also a seafood retailer, ensuring high-quality offerings.
via The Infatuation
Fried Shrimp Po-Boy
Oceana Grill
739 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
This huge po boy is sure to satisfy your hunger. We especially love how the bread is always soft and fresh. It's served with french fries and dressed with coleslaw, tomatoes, pickles, onions and remoulade just the way we like it.
The Felix Special
Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar
739 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
At Felix's, you don't have to choose between a fried shrimp or a fried oyster po-boy. The Felix Special gives you both. We recommend ordering it with cup of gumbo, which also earned a place in one of our Best of Guides.
Shrimp Po-Boy
Landry's Seafood House
8000 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124, USA
There’s nothing like slurping a dozen raw while watching Old Man River roll by the French Quarter. Landry’s has the best view and some of the best oysters you’ll find anywhere.
Sauteed Shrimp Po-Boy
Gumbo Shop
630 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
This messy-but-worth-it po-boy from the Gumbo Shop is kind of like Shrimp Etouffee on French bread. Order yourself a cup of gumbo and maybe some Smothered Turnip Greens on the side and you're all set.