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Parkway Bakery & Tavern
Sandwich Spot, Bar, and Bakery$$$$
Bayou St. John, New Orleans
This sandwich spot is famous for their sub sandwiches. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Fell in love with alligator sausage thanks to their poboys"(78 Tips)
"Get the surf and turf - fried shrimp and roast beef in one sandwich!"(36 Tips)
"Everything's good here and don't forget to a cold Barq's rootbeer."(6 Tips)
"can't go wrong with the roast beef, dressed, with gravy!"(37 Tips)
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Emily SimonOctober 9, 2017The po boys are must here. The surf & turf is great, but if you like your fried shrimp crispy, make sure to get the shrimp only po boy. Gumbo here is bangin' as well.
Men's Health MagAugust 3, 2014We’re well aware this is going to rile up some locals, but here goes: This place has the best po’boys in all of NOLA. Grab a stool, order a large shrimp and an Abita, and you’ll see things our way. Read more
Upvoted Jan 12
Dinah HutsonApril 8, 2016Debris fries are yummy! We also enjoyed shrimp poboys, potato salad and bloody Mary's. Good convo with the locals and good service at the bar!
Upvoted Dec 22, 2024
Ersin SezmisApril 27, 2019Best Po Boys in town. Away out from the city but worth the trip. The bar inside is a cool spot to grab a beer and a Po Boy. If you sit at the bar, you’d also skip long line. Highly recommended!
Jay de CJune 30, 2018Skip the line, pitch up at the bar, grab a beer & anything on the menu. Go for the shrimp po’boy, beef is ok, but shrimp knocks it out the park!Out of this world. Sink it with a 30-90 lager. Boom!
- Ryan EugeneNovember 13, 2018Some of the best poboys in New Orleans. Recently renovated to fit the crowds and has a full bar as well. Surf & Turf (Roast Beef & Shrimp) is popular and they offer Thanksgiving poboys in November.
Daniel LillyOctober 26, 2018The surf and turf is a novelty - the beef detracts from what otherwise would be a great shrimp po boy. Smoked alligator sausage was delicious, and the first bite into that bread is an enlightenment.
ℋumorousNovember 29, 2018Parkway Surf and Turf - Slow Cooked Roast Beef topped with Golden Shrimp covered with In House Made Gravy. Side of Homemade Alligator Sausage and Roasted Turkey Gumbo. #Pärtāke™
Mike WinstonMay 12, 2016The Surf & Turf Poboy is great, but I prefer the shrimp-only version — it stays nice and crispy. If they've got fried pickles, get 'em along with a long neck of Barqs. Read more on WinstonWander.com!!
- Nicole CheramieNovember 13, 2018Po'boy sandwiches have called Parkway home since 1911. Juicy roast beef 'dressed' (lettuce, tomato, mayo & pickles) is tops, but if you're here in November their Thanksgiving edition is unforgettable.
Jesse LaneJuly 15, 2021On Wednesdays and Thursdays only they do their oyster po boy, which is the best I’ve ever had. Otherwise the shrimp is also a fantastic choice.
Ben K.July 19, 2017My favorite shrimp po'boy in New Orleans. Order it with a side of gravy if you want to try the Surf n' Turf without committing. Pickle chips are great too.
Maria McNeilFebruary 22, 2020OMG!! I absolutely love this place.. the best... rum cake... alligator sausage was delicious.. I visit them every time I’m in New Orleans ( my hometown).
Mike MortonSeptember 27, 2013When I think about what I miss most in NOLA, this is the place that comes to mind. Sit at the bar, order a Surf & Turf, relax, and get ready to enjoy a great po'boy. It'll be worth the wait.
- Luc VAugust 21, 2016Had my first NOLA po boy here and I'll never be able to enjoy any other. I got the surf and turf and it was incredible! Oh baby, that gravy puts po boys on another level!
cj fitzgeraldMay 8, 2018From N: For delicious overstuffed Po'Boys. Get the half-and-half fried shrimp/catfish-dressed with a bag of Zapps on the side.- Wesley VerhoeveNovember 7, 2014I mean, po boys of course. Insiders tip: avoid the long line by sitting at the bar and ordering there.
Jia O.May 24, 2016My family loved the catfish poboy, surf n turf is saucy and messy (be prepared), this place has a lot of hype, be prepared to wait
ChrisAugust 22, 2015Try one of the seafood or meatball po boys. If you get there during prime eating times, be prepared to stand in line for a little while. It's worth the wait.
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014Serves po'boys subjected to chef-ly attention in a cleaned-up facsimile of the original, with a dark-wood bar attached to a bare-bones dining room outfitted with long, plastic-top communal tables. Read more
Kevin SkobacJanuary 3, 2015Popular spot for po boys. The surf & turf (roast beef & fried shrimp) was pretty good. Eat in the bar to avoid the counter line.
Justyce PierreSeptember 23, 2022If I could have a Parkway fried oyster po’boy every Wednesday or Thursday for the rest of my life, I’d be content.
Cole TJune 12, 2017Iconic place. Had the catfish and roast beef po boys. Place transports you back to '50's: a must for experiencing the Louisiana po boy sandwich.
Katie ArnoldDecember 17, 2014For vegetarians, the caprese really hits the spot! Add shrimp for a healthy option that leaves you wanting more!
Alejandro MenocalJuly 7, 2016Sausage alligator po'boy 👌🏽. Plus get the half and just get some chili fries! It is so many of them that you can share!
Liz TanMay 17, 2017Got a shrimp po-boy, a catfish po-boy and fries with gravy! Pro-tip: if ordering to-go, go to the bar instead of standing in the long line!
Gambit New OrleansSeptember 5, 2012Gambit's Best of New Orleans Readers' Poll 2012 Winner: "Best Shrimp Po-Boy", "Best Roast Beef Po-Boy", and "Best Oyster Po-Boy" Read more
Parkway Bakery & TavernNovember 15, 2012Chef Justin's Thanksgiving Poor Boy is now available every Wednesday & Thursday through the end of the year! Turkey, Cranberry, Gravy & Stuffing on that delicious bread.
Alex SilarajsMarch 29, 2019Get the Surf & Turf...and don't wait for an outside table like a yahoo. Eat inside.- D VMarch 28, 2011The surf and turf dressed is the way to go here but you can find better just shrimp po'boys and just roast beef po'boys elsewhere in town. Order the bread pudding and have them warm it up. It's great.
The shrimp po boy with creole mustard is the bomb.com! Must try!! If your looking for something a little lighter try the po boy caprese. Cookies are just 75 cents!- Katie ArnoldFebruary 12, 2015When you order something fried, it's lightly battered. You don't lose the shrimp or the flavor in an inch of breading!
Sara 🌈⚔🍾May 14, 2015The roast beef po' boy is amazing! Great service and prices. Good bloody Mary's too.
Nathan Daniel BlakeJuly 18, 2015One bite of the shrimp po boy and alligator gumbo, and I was in love. Eat here.
Get the Surf and Turf and if you're feeling italian get the meatball sub! Be sure to Try their heavily soaked rum cake, it's to die for!
Daniel BarnettAugust 31, 2015Parkway surf n turf baby!! Not dry like mama's, really really good and one of a kind.
- Gambit New OrleansSeptember 6, 2012Try the unique gumbo that combines alligator sausage and turkey. http://www.bestofneworleans.com/gambit/five-alligator-dishes/Content?oid=2053036
EricNovember 1, 2014Oysters only available Monday/Wednesday. The shrimp is good but the line gets crazy-long. You can go inside to the bar and order from the same menu.
Adam AlvarezMay 8, 2014Amazing reuben, amazing shrimp and roast beef, even amazing turkey sandwich. I guess you can say its amazing. :)
Donna LMarch 2, 2020The signs in the bar say "order food at the bar," but we had a server help us. A bit confusing, but very good po'boys and bread pudding.
AshleyFebruary 10, 2016Half fried oyster and half fried shrimp with a side of gravy. Off menu but bartender lady will help you out
Dustin SchubertNovember 24, 2018Everything was great. Really liked the fried pickles. Line moves a little slow.
Gregory WilsonNovember 18, 2016Some days the line can be out the door, but Parkway certainly is among the best at what they do.
Eugene LubomirJuly 4, 2017Classic Shrimp Po-boy is exactly what it needs to be. Regular is 6" - large is closer to 12"
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Parkway Bakery & Tavern
538 Hagan Ave (at Toulouse St)
New Orleans, LA 70119
United States
New Orleans, LA 70119
United States
Parkway Bakery & Tavern is a New Orleans restaurant and family dining tradition located in Mid-City
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon, Wed–Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
(504) 482-3047
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.5
"Food, Service, & Vibes: 1st time here. I had Clooney’s Choice. Solid sandwich & will be trying others. Got the cold brew coffee, also delicious. I came in around 1:45-2:00pm, was in & out in <10min."
Jesse Z - 9.4
"Love the catfish poboy! Can get really busy at lunch so go early."
Dana Villmore - 8.2
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- 8.9
"Food is cheap and big portions! the outside seating is awesome and tv's perfect for football.. Definitely one of our regulars places."
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