Avery’s On Tulane
2510 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70119
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Address :
2510 Tulane Ave
New Orleans, LA, 70119 - Phone (504) 821-4110
- Website https://www.averysontulane.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 4:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Accepts Bitcoin : No
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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Gunhee P.
We tried the buffalo shrimp and BBQ shrimp sandwiches and both were great. We both preferred the buffalo shrimp between re two. Great service as well!!
(5)gary i.
Avery's does everything right. That's it. It's that simple. Great spot, great staff, great service, GREAT food! Gumbo is ridiculously awesome - the best: All of the specialty po-boys are incredible. After one visit, this place will become a regular and frequent spot for you - trust me, I guarantee it.
(5)Alexia G.
Such wonderful service! Delicious food. I felt like I was eating a home cooked meal that was made with positive energy that wasn't rushed. I ordered the BBQ shrimp po boy and seafood gumbo. Delicious! My boyfriend ordered the creole gumbo---divine as well. I am more of a seafood person so I didn't like it as much as the one that I ordered. The menu had a large selection, they accepted credit cards, and weren't overly crowded. The decor was intriguing. I didn't leave feeling overly full and sick (like most of the places in NOLA). I recommend this restaurant to anyone that's visiting. It cost about $30 total to take a cab there and back from our hotel. The cab fare is the downside. I probably would have had several meals here if it was within walking distance from our hotel. Again, worth it!
(5)Vanessa M.
The most affordable and some of the best food can be found outside of the touristy areas. Decor is cute, artwork all around. My crew and I had our "last meal in NOLA" here. Ordered the shrimp creole (mmm tasty!), red beans x2 (good but I'm not a huge bean fan), seafood gumbo (good, but really fishy), and two orders of their honey butter biscuits... which was collectively our favorite part of the meal. We all made a WHAT!!! face when we had our first bites... it was heavenly. And, the garlic bread that came with our gumbo and creole dish were sooooo good. Because of our fondness of their bread, we had to order a dessert: bread pudding. It was nutella filled, so let's just say it was one of the best desserts of my life. Another highlight: for ALL of that food our bill was only $30! Staff were super nice. Next time we definitely have to try their specialty: the po-boy's!
(5)Angie T.
I was scared I was going to get shot coming here but a good shrimp poboy is worth the risk of bodily harm, IMO. I'm on a (slightly crazy) mission to try every shrimp poboy in this fine city of ours and had not tried Avery's. I decided to forgo my usual fried shrimp poboy and opted for the buffalo shimp instead. I do like buffalo shrimp but really, this one left me underwhelmed. It was good, but not really anything to write home about. But the debris fries? Get your pen ready. AMAZING. Also, Avery's is very affordable which I love so much because I'm a cheapskate. I'll be back to try the fried shrimp poboy for sure. Stay tuned...
(3)Tiffany V.
Found this hidden gem on Yelp and loved it! Fried Mushrooms were delicious and I will be back for the Cajun shrimp Alfredo pasta again and again! We also had the shrimp remoulade salad which was beautiful to look at and super tasty!! Great service and atmosphere. Glad we stumbled upon it!
(5)Sarah S.
Let's be real, this place doesn't look like much, and the location is pretty unfortunate. Despite this, I'm so glad I came for lunch. I inquired about gluten free options, and while my server didn't have any answers for me, the manager came over and was incredibly helpful and attentive. She offered to make gluten free fried pickles for me with a corn flour breading and fried in fresh oil. What a treat! Everything I had was delicious and the service was wonderful. Even though it was busy when I arrived, I never felt rushed and I was well taken care of. Keep up the great work!
(4)Brittany G.
What a sweet little find! My friend, her fiancé, and I came here one day after running some wedding errands (their wedding, not mine). They moved to Nashville a few years ago and were in the mood for NOLA-style food. We were very hungry and near Tulane, so we Yelped our location and ended up here. My friend and her fiancé ordered a cup of chicken/sausage gumbo (huge portion for a cup) and the fried potato salad. The fried potato salad was something I was really intrigued by. I am trying to diet, so I didn't want to order that and a po-boy myself. I took about two bites of my friend's and that was all I needed. It was good, but I wouldn't need to get it again. I also tried the gumbo they ordered which was great! They said it was probably their new favorite gumbo. I had such a hard time deciding what po-boy to order because they all sounded so good. I ended up ordering The Pearl River (fried oysters, bacon, and roast beef debris). My friend and her fiancé ordered the same except my friend was able to substitute the oysters for fried crawfish. I also asked for a side of their horseradish cream sauce which I was given with no extra charge. They other po-boys that interested me were the buffalo shrimp with bleu cheese crumbles and the roast beef with fried pickles. I found the portions huge and the prices very fair. They also have a huge collection of hot sauce sitting on a little bar that you are able to use. Great lunch experience, and I will def. be back!
(5)Charles H.
FRIED BACON-BIT POTATO SALAD! Did that get your attention? Now that Avery's has a full bar it would be a great place for a 3-6PM Happy Hour. With 12 apps on the menu, stool and counter seating, you could easily get a group together and stuff them for less than $12.70. 6 AFFORDABLE NOT-SO-SMALL PLATES FOR 4 PEOPLE: ~ Oyster Rockefeller Dip, to start. It's a gooey mix of Parmesan Romano, spinach, Herbsaint and cream, served with crostini (pretty reasonable at $9.50); ~ Sweet Potato Fries are always good but not on many (any?) happy hour menus ($3.50); ~ Fried Pickles (a Mid City staple) in cornmeal batter that I'd get with a side of their housemade spicy cocktail sauce ($5.50); ~ Tempura Fried Onion Rings and Mushrooms next with a house remoulade ($6.00 each); ~ Fried Potato Salad breaded in seasoned Leidenheimer crumbs with house horseradish cream to finish. It's so addicting you'll at least want to share two ($4.75 each). $43.60 AFTER TAX Throw in some $2 domestics and you still come out at about $13 after-tax. BUT I WON'T BE BACK There are way too many alternatives in the area that get my dollars.
(3)Gabe R.
Every Po-boy shop should feature 3 sammichs; a roast beef, a shrimp, and a signature sammich. When I say feature I mean do well. Avery's is spot on with these 3 and more. Their signature po-boy is the buffalo shrimp and HOLY SHITBALLS is it good. I'm usually a classics guy but this is right up there in my favorite po-boys in the city list. The buffalo sauce is slight just kind of a hint. It also comes with a lot of blue cheese crumbles and some blue cheese dressing. If you ask for it dressed, don't forget that means mayo too. This needs no mayo! Dont ruin it! The heavy battered onion rings initially disappointed me upon arrival but once I tasted them I felt warm and fuzzy again. They are fresh, and battered in house. It's the really thick kind but don't hold that against them, they are tasty and you get a ton. The only downfall is location. The area is improving with the new hospital being built and other revitalization efforts. So make the trip over to this little place and eat some truly great food. .
(5)Emily L.
Great, casual spot for lunch. The poboys are big, affordable and delicious! The buffalo shrimp is what brought me there and the roast beef and oysters are what keep me going back. The owners are always there and always have a nice thing to say and take care of their regulars. This place is simple, so the emphasis is on the food. Go now before the hospital opens, the line will be out the door...
(5)Dooglas L.
Holy crap the best poboy I've had is here. Far from the tourists, this tiny hole in the wall cranks out some crazy good poboys. This is my new go to spot for everytime I visit nola...highly recommend
(5)Mela C.
Food was so bland...no seasoning....the gumbo was just okay had a burnt taste to it, and it had oyster in it..I won't be returning
(2)Mira S.
Good, low-key, local food place. As multiple locals told me, probably not an area to be walking around much at night, but it was fine during the day. A tangle of po boys, I got buffalo shrimp and my friend got half oysters Rockefeller and half some other oyster selection, nice that they do half and half. Bpth were good, generous with the fillings, which were prpeperly cooked and sauced. Mine had a bunch of mayo or something of it, which I don't think was on the menu, I guess it's standard, and I should have realized. The sweet tea was pretty good, not too sweet with all the ice, and it came in a big cup. Friendly service. It wasn't quick, but we probably could have hurried it had we said we needed to. There's lots of parking around in the general area.
(4)Davitt T.
hot damn. If this isn't just the best Po-Boy shop in all of New Orleans. Right off of Broad and Tulane towards downtown stands a lil ol shop called Avery's on Tulane. I'm from New Orleans, and I've been to a ton of Po-Boy shops in my time, but this place is really something special. Christy is originally from Buffalo and Justin is from New Orleans and the combination of these two worlds brings something special to the table, literally! IF you don't believe me, just try their Buffalo Shrimp Po-Boy. It's to die for, figuratively! All of their speciality sandwiches are great too, just try one of them if you don't know what to get, and if soft shell crab is available, GET IT! My favorite thing to get is the Buffalo shrimp with sweet potato fries and Christina is a wonderful waitress. Anyway, I'm not trying to make a huge deal about this joint, just sayin' it is da best and dats a fact. This place has amazing specials, the classic sandwiches you know and love, and weekly specials featuring all the great fish that this side of the country has to offer. believe dat.
(5)Shellie-Ann A.
Excellent place for po-boys and gumbo. I had the beef debris that I enjoyed thoroughly and my husband had a large bowl of gumbo, which was flavorful but thinner than we had expected. The parking situation is a little sketchy, has to be on the roadside and it's easy to miss the place and have to turn around into residential communities.
(4)Lisa L.
The food is amazing and so are the owners and staff. They have both traditional and not so traditional seafood plates and poboys. You must try the fried potato salad. Not everthing should be fried but this is a little ball of nirvana.
(5)Andrew F.
Saw some pictures of the amazing looking food on Yelp and decided that I had to come here. Ordered the Fried Green Tomatoes [w shrimp in a remoulade sauce] and a half order of the Catfish Poboy. Fried Green Tomatoes were perfect. Tartness of the tomatoes, minimal fried breading, made for some good grubbin'. They were extremely generous with how much shrimp they served with the FGTs. I would have liked for the remoulade to have been warm, but it was passable as it was delicious all the same. The Catfish Poboy was my favorite poboy that I had in NOLA during my stay there. The bread did not require you to have shark teeth to ripped the bread apart. There was a generous portion of catfish, and the bread was grilled before serving, so that it had great texture and made for easy chewing. The server that serviced me was really kind and patient. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal here and would say it was, if not my favorite, probably my 2nd favorite place I ate in NOLA.
(5)Quy H.
This is a great place for food! The shrimp po-boy is delicious! The chicken & sausage gumbo is good. The garlic bread is yummy. We want to try seafood gumbo but they ran out when we were there today. It's too bad that we're leaving New Orleans tomorrow and will not have a chance to try other items on their menu... The service was awesome! The only down side is they only open from 11 AM - 4PM
(5)Kay R.
Very good food, the bar b que and buffalo shrimp PO boys were yummy!! The service was excellent!! It's very casual.
(5)Bob B.
What better way to prepare for any Saints game but to get your PoBoy on in one of NOLA's voluminous gem hideaways. An escape from our dining events, this is another coup for TND to have an exclusively lunch place recently opened in the evening. Jason Pitard and his wife have always wanted their own restaurant. How about showcasing New Orleans's most famous sandwich, other than the Muffulatta, in the upcoming growth area of the Veterans-LSUMC mega plex for the voluminous employees, patients and families, visitors and residents of Mid City - it's neighbor? Diagonal from the near renovated, Dixie Brewery, Avery's building was chosen as the likely spot. Our venerable sandwich has been evolving over the years with a trend to conversion of the upscale diners' plates to French bread and the drive to push the envelope. in that regard, the Pitards have created the Fried potato salad, yea you read right, and the Oysters Rockefeller PoBoys. In the pics, you will see a serving of the Fried potato salad and oyster Rockefeller dip, but served as appetizers - the former even bearing the monogram of the eatery. If you ever taste warm German potato salad, you'll better undersand the effort, but the real pleasant,surprise is the lighter batter of panko. Also, the BBQ Shrimp is included along with all your well known favorites of: cafish, shrimp. oyster, roast beef with debris, drilled chicken, smoke and hot sausages,turkey, ham, hamburger and hot dog. In addition, both gumbo types are included. A few salads are notable in taste and homemade dressings. The typical side of FFs is seasoned here but a sweet potato variety is also offered. Onion rings and fried pickles are standard sides as well. Now, they are serving daily specials and one of my favorites is Tuesday's Shrimp Creole - a dish we grew up with that is rare nowadays. The modus operandi of ordering at the counter at least is distinguished by table service of your order. PARKING available on Tulane Avenue in front of the store and a lot in the rear, accessed around the corner.
(3)Tom Y.
amazing amazing amazing NEVER eaten ANYTHING That I didn't like here.. & great owners also
(5)Robert T.
Waited to review this place after making a number of visits because I worried on my first visit that it wouldn't be consistently as good as it was the first time. I shouldn't have worried. After many visits I find everything I ever order to be extremely good, well served and delectable. My wife is addicted to the Buffalo Shrimp Poboy. It is typical of the "out of the box" thinking here. A simple recipe no one ever thought of before but was staring us in the face as genius. Local ingredients combined in new and better ways. Hurray! My wife and I go after the lunch rush, and the exhausted staff never miss a beat to make us feel welcome and appreciated. And from the looks of the clientele finishing their lunches, there are a lot of happy working folks who appreciate this bright spot on Tulane Ave like we do.
(4)Hart P.
I love a good meal in a friendly atmosphere. Avery's fits the bill perfectly. I came to get a po-boy but ended up eating the special, red beans and rice w/sausage and a honey biscuit. As the waitress said, "You can get a po-boy any day, the special is only today." The staff knows the regulars but will treat you well also. I could eat here everyday, no problem.
(5)Viviana N.
Obsessed with the shrimp po boy! So fresh! They seem to need more help during lunch hours. Have been there several times and everyone is very much satisfied and happy about their meals when we leave.
(4)Katie L.
Great poboy place! They put a good amount of shrimp. I got the stuffed barbecue shrimp poboy and my husband got the buffalo shrimp. Both delicious. We also started with the fried potato salad which was amazing.
(5)Alexa P.
Oh my lord the catfish poboy is out of this world! I came here on a whim and the servers were so friendly and nice. I couldn't choose between the buffalo shrimp and the catfish so they made me a buffalo catfish poboy and dear lord I think I went to heaven and back again.
(5)William W.
We went here for a taste of New Orleans. It was awesome. We had fried pickles, seafood gumbo, Cajun pasta and the Seafood platter. Everything was perfect! Highly recommended!
(5)Michele C.
Top of the game po-boy new comer featuring traditional and specialty po-boys as well as salads and plates. The place is a little gritty and the customers run the gamut from the local alcoholic to construction guys and twenty something's, professionals, and everyone in between. Hands down a star in a crowded marketplace for po-boys. The BBQ shrimp is fantastic, nestled in a perfect loaf of Leidenheimer bread (the real poboy bread in my opinion). Served hot with a small tomato feta and cucumber salad today (nice lagniappe). But the big boy star was the Pearl River... Fried shrimp with roast beef debris gravy lettuce, mayo and chopped bacon. Hello!!!!!!! Epic. I like it - it's unpretentious and focus is on the food and whether or not the customer is happy. That's a true recipe for success.
(5)Sara D.
Best Po-Boys of 2014! Everything that I have tried has been outta this world delicious. Prices are good and food portions are large enough to be split (or, so everyone can order something different and yall can try it all!) My first visit was with some friends after overhearing some coworkers raving about Avery's. We all ordered different things and I got to try a bit of everyone's dish. Mine was the turkey poboy: house roasted turkey, dressed with gravy and provolone. Oh my god, the turkey was incredible and the gravy had me licking my plate and sopping up any leftover bits with my fries. The others had the fried chicken po-boy (not on the menu, but my friend was totally accommodated) and a buffalo shrimp po-boy. Both were juicy, flavorful and amazing. We also had an order of the fried potato salad, which was weird and addictive, and the honey biscuit; warm, gooey and heavenly. This last visit, my husband and I ordered a roast beef po-boy and a shrimp platter. This roast beef wins in all categories (yes, way better than Parkway, Parasols, Tracy's, R&O's, Sammy's, Mahony's, and Johnny's). Super meaty, juicy as hell, tons flavor with out being overpowering, and SLOPPY! This is the true test of a roast beef poboy: how many napkins did you go through? I went through 6. I don't want some dry, boring easy-to-eat roast beef. I want that shit running down my arms and all over my face; with enough leftover meat that oozes out the back of the sandwich to eat with my fries. The shrimp here is something special, too. Big, juicy, fresh shrimp that are ever so lightly battered and the taste is divine. I will be having dreams about these for many nights to come. Not greasy at all, this is the most perfectly fried shrimp that I have had since moving here. No crazy seasonings can be tasted in the batter; it just taste like shrimp which is a very, very good thing in Avery's case. Get it all, eat it all. I am used to going to one place to get my shrimp po-boy fix and another place to get my roast beef po-boy fix and yet another place for chicken, turkey, ham ect, ect.... This is the first place that I can have the best, of the best, in each category.
(5)Galia B.
Proof that people from Buffalo (and New Orleans) intimately know how to make stick to your ribs crave-worthy food with gourmet touches. The buttery lemony grilled shrimp, addictive garlic bread, creamy red beans, and dark roux gumbo were orgasmic. The environment was colorful, honey, welcoming. These folks take pride in their food and serving it to their community. This is the kind of restaurant I want to pretend is my neighborhood restaurant, and being here makes me feel like it is. From one Buffalo transplant, this place is the real deal!
(5)John H.
They don't skimp on the shrimp. See the poboy picture. The fried potatoe salad comes in a ball and is definitely Cajun style--fried and mildly spicy. I enjoyed it. Try the romalade sauce on the shrimp because it is so NOLA. Service excellent as per NOLA standards. Eat in or take out and go to City park for a picnic. Reasonable prices on bottled drinks.
(5)Jerrel T.
One of the best Po-Boys I've had in New Orleans. Avery's has friendly staff and nice small town environment. Just wish they were open a bit later. Regardless, I recommend this place to anyone who lives in or visiting New Orleans.
(4)Lezly W.
Incredibly friendly, great food -one of best for seafood po -boy and they gave my toddler a special little sandwich of her own on these house.
(4)Mary J.
Thank goodness for iphones on road trips and, Yelpers, you did not let us down with this one. We were in town visiting, looking for somewhere off the beaten path, still hadn't had a solid po boy and found this one. It was incredible. Loved the oysters rockefeller po boy, the fried potato salad and the gumbo. Reasonable prices, lovely and helpful staff and an earthy atmosphere. That one goes on our permanent list of faves!
(5)Marielle S.
Woot! I finally made it over to Avery's and the experience didn't disappoint. I am never in this part of town, so when I found myself over this way around lunchtime, I made a point of treating myself to a po boy. I wasn't in a seafood mood, so I decided on a 6 inch hot sausage po boy. First of all, the prices here are insanely fair. A 6 inch hot sausage came to a little over $5. In fact, the most expensive po boy I saw was maybe $10 for an oyster (6 inch). I feel like so many shops take advantage of our love of that certain sub and hit us with crazy up charges, because they know that we will pay it. Not so at Avery's. The sandwich was amazing. It was crispy and thick with delicious meat. It also had some kind of sauce on it (I think). Now that I think of it, it may have just been the condiments mixing in with the sausage grease, but hey, it worked for me. Avery's has table service, but I decided to get my sandwich to go. I was in a bit of a rush, and Christy (one of the owners) was super cool about speeding things along so that I wouldn't miss an appointment. I will definitely be back to Avery's. I get the feeling that with the revitalization of Tulane, Avery's is going to blow up even more than it already has. I better enjoy the lack of a line while I can get it!
(4)Tiff D.
I had Avery's at Gambit's Food Revue. Their gumbo was outstanding. It was my favorite thing of the night from over 30 restaurants. Their staff were very polite, taking the time to talk to us about their location and some of their menu items. I will definetly be going to their restaurant to try some other things.
(4)Jacob G.
Delicious and filling. Plenty of food at a reasonable price. Buffalo shrimp poboy was killer, as was the gumbo. Try the fried potato salad for a different twist on the classic. Justin was awesome- super welcoming and accommodating. You can tell this place has warm vibes the minute you walk in. It's unassuming from the outside but quite nice once you go in. 10/10 will go again when I'm back in Nola.
(5)Maria B.
BBQ Shrimp Po-Boy was AMAZING. Fast, friendly service and outstanding food. :)
(5)Myndi S.
The BBQ shrimp po boy is the best! You get a lot of food for your money. The staff is very friendly. This place will be here for a long time.
(5)John L. H.
Consider me Avery's Po-Boys newest fan. World Famous Yelper Jen L. told me about this little shop located on Tulane Avenue. Never in my wildest dreams did I think that I would visit this area willingly, but her description of a family run restaurant putting out class a sandwiches convinced me. A few days ago I was without lunch plans and decided to give it a try for myself. In the name of research I decided to try several items. My order consisted of a small buffalo shrimp, a small roast beef, and an order of their fried potato salad. The fried potato salad didn't do it for me. I don't think deep frying improves every dish, and this was a good example. Underneath the batter was a decent potato salad, but the texture from the frying turned me off on the whole dish. I should have known better than to order a hot roast beef and try and drive it back the 10 minutes to my office. The debris style beef had a good flavor, but the trip had a negative impact on the firmness of the bread. By the time I went to dig in the bread had become soggy. I will definitely try this sandwich again since the meat did have a great taste, but I will make sure and eat in the next time. The buffalo shrimp was the star of the meal. That sandwich was so incredible, it ranks among the best po-boys I have ever had. The perfectly fried shrimp were coated in buffalo sauce that was spicy, but not overbearing. There were also actual chunks of blue cheese which really brought the sandwich together. This sandwich was nearly perfect. Service was incredibly friendly. I even got to speak with one of the owners who made me feel as if I was a regular despite it being my first visit. I am so glad I listed to Jen L. If you want an incredible po-boy, come check out Avery's. You will not be disappointed.
(4)Bill J.
Stopped in for lunch today. The soft shell crab was the featured item. I could have had it on a platter or as a Po Boy. I selected the six inch Po Boy. It came with a delicious remoulade sauce. I ordered French fries as a side item and an unsweetened iced tea to wash it all down. This was a GREAT Po Boy. The crab was seasoned and cooked just right. It had a little bit of that famous New Orleans tang. Nice folks here, too. Waitress was very friendly and so was the owner, who stopped by my table to see how everything was. I will definitely be back. Great lunch place and they are also open for dinner Thursday Friday and Saturday nights until 9.
(5)Robert B.
I'm not a big fan of the city of New Orleans. I personally think it's a hell hole. BUT DAMN does that city have some great food and Avery's Po-Boys does it right. I've tried about everything on the menu when I lived there and nothing was bad about that place. Personal favorites: Buffalo shrimp po boy and some homemade biscuits. Unreal how good this place is. A must when you go to New Orleans.
(5)Guy D.
I love this place! While visiting NOLA we wanted to get away from the crowd and the touristy areas and get some real food. This place did not disappoint! It's in a bit of a rough neighborhood but don't let that stop you! The honey butter biscuits were amazing and the gumbo was the best that we've had in our visit. Highly recommended!
(5)Lizzy B.
I had an early dinner at Avery's today. I've always loved Avery's since they opened, but they seem to keep getting better and better. Their menu has changed again and it's definitely for the better. I started out with a lagniappe app of oysters rocque (sp?) on toast. I didn't order it, but the owner, Justin, sent it out because after I told him how much I love seafood he decided I just HAD to try it. He was right! It was amazing! A rich mix of 3 plump oysters (best oysters I've had since BP ruined the gulf) topped with a creamy, rich spinach sauce topping. Amazing!!!! It had my friend and I drooling. We licked our plates clean. My buddy had an amazing shrimp poboy. He was raving about how perfectly the sandwich was made and how it was some of the freshest shrimp he's had in a while. This ain't ya average poboy shop! I am a sucker for softshell crabs, so i ordered the softshell crab platter. 2 GIANT softshell crabs, shoestring fries, and a side of my choice (I picked fried mushrooms). First, I've NEVER in my 30 years in New Orleans seen a larger softshell crab. Seriously, I asked if they were giving their softshells steroids when they got them. I was expecting the dinky sized Deanie's sized softshells (Sorry Deanies - It's over between us). These crabs were fresh from a lady in Des Allamands (I think that's the city they said they came from). They were amazing. I couldn't wait to tear into them . I could only finish one, but that meant I could bring one home for a midnight snack and I'm okay with that. The fried mushrooms were covered in a heavenly light batter and drizzled with Remelaude sauce. I'm not usually a fan of rem sauce, but the mushrooms were amazing. I think next time I'll ask for the sauce on the side, but i'm just weird about sauces. The fries were perfectly fried shoestrings. I was so full I couldn't get to the bread pudding. I'm kicking myself for not taking any home with me for later. Don't judge me. I get the munchies late at night. The staff was attentive and awesome. Prices are really reasonable for the portion sizes. The owner made a point of checking in to see how we enjoyed everything. Service was fast. Food made it to our table within 10 minutes. My friend enjoyed it so much that he's bringing his dad back this weekend for Dad's birthday. It's so nice to go into a restaurant and be treated like family. Nothing like a family business that makes a point to show some love to their customers. I'll be back Avery's!!!
(5)Joey G.
This is the best po boy in New Orleans, and probably my favorite place to eat in the city. Favorite place to order from when we have visitors in town. Other menu items also very good (e.g., gumbo), but the po boys like the Oysters Rockefeller, Barbecue Shrimp, and Pearl River are absolutely incredible.
(5)Jen L.
There aren't a ton of places to eat near my work, but since this place has opened it's now our go to spot. The plate lunches are a great value. (Friday special was 2 good sized pieces of des Allemands catfish - yes they specified - mac n cheese, fresh green beans and a large biscuit covered in honey & butter.) I've had their small fried shrimp poboy and ate it for two meals. As I said in my tip, the cup of gumbo is normal bowl sized and their bowl of gumbo is a serving bowl. I haven't tried it but my coworker had the chicken & sausage and said it was good, just not as spicy as she prefers. The fried pickles are delish. Table service if you're dining in. Staff is courteous and fun. Definitely worth a trip to Tulane Ave.
(4)Nicole S.
I found Avery's after searching through the French Quarter area for good quality seafood at a reasonable price. ( Thanks Yelp! ) While the atmosphere could be improved, the food is great. Do not let the sticky / dirty feeling of the restaurant get to you - - just trust the food. The soft shell crab was delicious, I ordered it in the form of a poboy. We also tried the chicken poboy, oyster poboy & gumbo. All of the food had great flavor and tastes. It's wild - - the best food comes from these little hole in the wall joints or converted houses. The rest of the customers in at the same time included business professionals to construction workers to hippies. Avery's is doing food right!
(3)Shawn W.
The Sandbag! Great place for PoBoys!
(4)Alexis R.
This place is so so so good and is staffed by super nice people. We went here on a saturday afternoon and parked in the back. There were 2 large groups and a couple smaller groups but we were seated and helped right away. I got the small shrimp po boy and my boyfriend had the small smoked sausage po boy and we shared a basket of fries and two sweet teas. Let me tell you, both po boys were ridiculously good and huge for being smalls! Everything is fresh and comes out really quickly. I got a side of their house made remoulade and poured it on my po boy and dipped fries in it, it was that good. We were given plenty of refills and offered togo cups for our teas. Our meal came out to about $21 which I felt was pretty good considering how fresh, tasty and generously portioned everything was. I will def be back! I want to try the fried potato salad! I wish they were open a bit later though but I would still recommend Avery's if your looking for a comfy and tasty place to eat. Friendly people and good food, what more could you ask for?
(5)Phil M.
Had the "Pearl River" poboy, OMG, so good. Fried oysters on poboy bread with roast beef gravy and crumpled crispy bacon. Unbelievably good.
(5)Niki M.
After asking for recommendations from friends on where to get some great gumbo, I was pointed in the direction of Avery's. I live in Mid City, so I gladly took the suggestion. Avery's is a cute little lunch place on Tulane Avenue near the courthouse. The atmosphere is cute and bright. I cannot say enough good things about the service. The staff is some of the friendliest I've ever come across. Now onto the food... I ordered the chicken and sausage gumbo and some onion rings. The gumbo was full of meat and pretty tasty. I prefer a thicker and darker gumbo, so I felt myself still wanting for something this gumbo didn't deliver. But I could definitely see how many, many people would find it to be exceptional. I didn't like the onion rings at all. I didn't realize the batter was going to be tempura. I found that type of batter to just not work on onion rings. They were VERY greasy. On the plus side, they came with a really tasty horseradish type dip. I would really like to try some other dishes at Avery's, especially the buffalo shrimp po-boy, which seems to get a lot of love on here.
(3)Anna I.
My boyfriend suggested this place and brought me here. As soon as we walk into the door the owner, Christy, recognizes him and immediately greets him energetically. We sit at the bar and also meet one of her employees, Alica, who's super bubbly, radiant, and personable all around. Later we meet Justin, Christy's husband, who's quietly funny and charming. Already these people set up the context for what was to come. I loved it already. Alica recommends the fried potato salad and we order it pronto. Comes out: a fried ball with leidenheimer bread crumbs and once cracked open, potatoes, cheese, pickles, and bacon come rolling out sinking into the horseradish sauce that accompanies this dish. It was delightful. Many creativity points go to this starter. I also order the onion rings and what a portion! The batter was so light and crispy. Taking a bite of that onion in the center brings the sweetness out and it successfully binds the two flavors together. Also served with their horseradish sauce. Again, bliss. I order the shrimp poboy. Classic yet delicious. The shrimp was so crunchy! My boyfriend orders a beef poboy with fried green pickles, provolone cheese, and horseradish sauce (I believe it's called The Sandbag).There was a crunchiness from the fried pickles, the saltiness and tenderness from the meat, and then the softly melted cheese completed every bite. I can go on more about today. But the point is, is that today was an experience. It was incredibly laid back and felt like home. The food is delicious and it's very reasonably priced. Crucial: do not miss out on this place!
(5)Kerenza N.
Ridiculously delicious! Everything on the menu is fantastic, but try the specials! The staff is exceptional too!
(5)Rey C.
Loved the Oyster Rockefeller Dip that came with toasted garlic bread. Yum! Seafood gumbo was also very well executed. BBQ shrimp Po Boys were good but definitely can be better if the shrimps were infused with the smokiness from the grill. Easily accessible by the tram towards cemetery/city park.
(4)Alexander N.
I live nearby and frequent often. Just had a buffalo shrimp salad for lunch carry out. It's obvious they source good, fresh, gulf shrimp. Light type of fry, not the kind where you feel a nap is eminent. Consistent quality of food, which IS CERTAINLY well above average, and great dedicated service keeps them on my radar at all times. Now open for weekend dinner service! That's exciting, can't wait to try the entrees they look great!
(5)Kayleigh D.
This place is really really good. Service given by the owner was fantastic. She was super nice, personable and helpful. The food took a really long time to come out but it was delicious. We started out with the oysters Rockefeller dip which was amazing. The owner happily offered us more French bread if we needed it. Very accommodating to our group of 5 girls from out of town. I got the buffalo shrimp po boy with ranch instead of blue cheese and it was good but needed to be warmer. It was around room temperature and we could tell it had sat a while until the BBQ shrimp po boys were done. Those stole the show. I regretted not getting it. Warm, moist, flavorful, hands down one of the best po boys in New Orleans. I definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Avery's!! I will be back!!
(4)Ronnie R.
I have to give a shout out to Avery's. This little hole-in-the-skanky-wall that is Tulane Ave represents a glimpse of what is to come for this emerging corridor: More local restaurants and businesses and an improved streetscape. The owners set up shop here when the large LSU/VA hospital complex was just rising from the mudpile, hoping that the troubled neighborhood would improve with the new facilities on the way. They knew they would have to endure years of construction as well as the surrounding blight and crime, but they opened up anyway. Considering less than half of new restaurant ventures are success stories in the best of circumstances, that took some balls. Well, their bet seems to be paying off. Even though the neighborhood is not improving as quickly as they'd hoped, business is good and with good reason. Everything I have ordered here has been solid and reasonably priced. The Sandbag is one of my favorites. Debris roast beef with provolone, horseradish sauce and fried pickles. The gumbo is good, the specials are good and the red beans have a nice kick of sriracha that I really like. The staff could not be any nicer. They greeted us when we walked in, told us goodbye as we walked out, refilled drinks quickly, made suggestions, answered questions, all with a very friendly attitude. They're the type of wait staff that makes you feel shitty for ONLY tipping them 20%.
(4)Catie K.
I am totally impressed with Avery's. The buffalo shrimp poboy is the stuff of my dreams: fried shrimp coated in hot sauce (think frank's red hot) and topped with blue cheese? Get out of my head, Avery's. The roast beef was deliciously messy and was topped with a zippy horseradish sauce. You get a ridiculous amount of shoe-string fries for less than $2. I went for a quick lunch. When I saw that it was table service, I was worried I didn't have time, but there was no need to worry. The servers were very quick and notably friendly. What a great lunch option in Midcity. I can't wait to go back.
(5)Susana N.
We came here for a late lunch and were impressed with the friendly staff, affordable menu prices, and quick service.
(4)Georgette B.
Every time we go down to New Orleans, we come here!!! We love this place!! Best Po-Boy EVER!!!! The service is awesome - very friendly, quick and caring... The Fried potato salad is a perfect starter and their choice of craft beers is pretty good for a small restaurant. They feature local artist work which is awesome to see!!! We usually go after The Saints game that we attend every year... And any other time we get down to NOLA!!!
(5)Arielle N.
I had an incredible lunch here today! I was blown away by the delectable food, which was, hands down, better than even Commander's Palace. I brought my friends from out of town here for their first taste of New Orleans food, and they've been raving about Avery's ever since! The service was very quick, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the food was out of this world! The soft shell crab was impeccable, the gumbo was perfection, and the fried potato salad was a unique and tasty little piece of heaven! Don't get me started on the bread pudding.... And to top it all off- it didn't break the bank!
(5)Meagan B.
Amazing! Get the Stas Burger!!!
(5)Rebecca P.
I happened to log into Yelp while hungry and notice a suggestion for Avery's. It caught my eye with its promise of bourbon salted-caramel bread pudding, and the fact that it was .3 miles from my house. I am ridiculously glad we decided to try them! We split the sandbag poboy (debris roast beef, horseradish sauce, and fried pickles) just because it sounded interesting and we were in the mood to try something new. It was fantastic! A delicious combination of flavors and textures, simple and perfectly executed. Win. Also to note, their fries are the thin, shoestring size and seasoned to perfection. We also tried the promised bourbon salted-caramel bread pudding, and found it to be phenomenal. My husband, who normally doesn't eat sets, devoured his portion just as quickly as I did. We've been dreaming about it since. We also had the pleasure of meeting one of the owners, and found her to be friendly, welcoming, and dedicated to making Tulane Ave a better place one shop at a time. We loved it, and will be back often.
(5)Alex W.
I ate here about two weeks ago and the food...oh man, amazing food. AMAZING. I came back the next day! The owner should be really proud of their business. Whoever was behind the register taking payments seemed totally stressed out and sort of snapped at me, but I'm guessing it was just a bad day. They were pretty busy at the time. Also, though it's a po boy shop, it is table service. You don't order at a food counter, it's a full service restaurant. I only mention this because the table next to me left the poor server a $1 tip...and she worked her butt off! I saw this happening several other times as well, as they are able to flip tables rather quickly. Don't come to eat here if you can't afford to tip, because this place is a RESTAURANT, and it's worth it!! Props to Laura and Alicia (?), both of whom have exceptional service. You ladies rock.
(5)Nemy G.
They should guarantee your money back if you do not LOVE it. They would keep every penny and never have to give money back. This place is ExtraOrdinary. I can't decide if I like the food more than the service. Both excellent!!! I probably sound like I work there but promise I don't. I work at one of the hospitals near-by. They open at 11am. Today I called at 930a hoping and praying they would answer because I needed to order lunch for an office meeting with a bunch of Out-of-towners. The boss wanted to feed them good ol' New Orleans Po-Boys. To my surprise and Luck, Avery's owner answered the phone and said he could make it happen. 13 large po-boys for 10:30am. (fries too) Everyone was absolutely satisfied with these gigantic, soft bread, big shrimp, perfectly dressed po-boys. I thanked the owner and workers about 5 times, but I don't think I thanked them enough and that's why I am writing my first and last Yelp review. You will not be disappointed. I Guarantee it!
(5)Meredith A.
Yum Yum! Service was great and I finished my 12 inch po boy in one sitting. (Head hung in shame). This is a nice neighborhood place : no frills. No tvs. Just great food!
(4)Michael F.
Used Avery's last night for catering for a customer appreciation party. I called them with less then 24 hours notice and Julie and Christy delivered a feast that impressed my clients! I've been getting e-mails all day today thanking me for the great food.
(5)Daniel W.
The poboys are the best I've had in the city. And I've had a few of them. The standards are good and the special ones are worth the adventure too! Fried catfish, roast beef, shrimp, and you can add fried pickles to any of them too. I like fried pickles. They do gluten free if you need that, and when my wife voiced her shellfish allergy they had the idea to switch out the cooking oil just to be safe. We didn't ask for special treatment, but they suggested and offered it. The staff is super friendly all the time and while the location may not be the best right now, once the medical buildings are finished the area will probably get nicer. It doesn't matter, the food is good and inside is a nice atmosphere.
(5)Destin S.
Very nice owners. Prices above average for a po boy shop. Quality is good but doesn't blow me away. Most of the time I would choose the regular run-of the mill po boy shop, I haven't noticed much of a difference between Avery's and it.
(4)Edward F.
Found Avery's on YELP and turned out to live up to all the great reviews. My son and I sampled both gumbo which were amazing. Probably the best gumbo I have ever had. We also tried the fried potato salad topped with chives which was also delicious. I had the fried green tomato with crawfish in a cream sauce which I would highly recommend. My son had a shrimp po - boys which was perfectly made. If I lived in New Orleans I would frequent this restaurant.
(5)Chris S.
I loved the homely feel of the shop. We surprised the shop on a Tuesday afternoon with a group of around 40, and everyone, including the owner, served us hand and foot, all with a smile and platinum level genuineness. The shrimp poboy was delicious, but the real winner in my book were the fries. They were perfectly seasoned. Dipping them in any sauces would be an insult. Avery's tastes like you think New Orleans would. Give it a try!
(5)Cameron W.
This might be the best casual restaurant in New Orleans. It thoroughly exceeds expectations consistently. The barbecued shrimp po boy, for example, is twice as good as the same thing everywhere else -- and I like it everywhere else just fine. The gumbo is dark and rich. I'd gladly dine on this gumbo at a five star restaurant. And I think they invented the buffalo shrimp po boy with blue cheese. The owners are very warm.
(5)Mary M.
I love this place, they have buffalo shrimp po-boys and they are beyond scrumpdidlyumptious! Food comes out quick and piping hot. The servers are always so friendly and accommodating. I screwed up my order last time and they didn't bat an eye or make a disgusted face they were just like no worries. That's how it should be.
(5)Chris F.
Amazing PO-Boys, great service, fun dining room but in a pretty fishy neighborhood. Location will probably evolve as the new hospital is finished. I'm a sucker for buffalo sauce, so I went with the Buffalo Shrimp Po-boy with bleu cheese and was not disappointed. It is a bit rare that I'm close by when they are open, but any time I can I'll be back.
(4)Ryan M.
Wow. Just wow. Ordered the buffalo shrimp po boy, some biscuits (g-sus!), and split a fried potato salad and was not let down during any part of it. I had a good feeling going into this place because of the reviews and a close friend of mine (who doesn't like anything) really jeff'd for this spot. Best decision i made all day coming here. So reasonably priced, and for the quality and quantity of food served, i really hope to see this place stick around. I heard the owner (i guess) sort of mention to one of their regulars (i guess) how they weren't really in the place they wanted to be just yet, but i believe once that medical center gets up and operating, they'll be a spotlight of Tulane Ave.
(5)Daniel R.
In town for the Sugar Bowl and made the 1 1/2 mile walk up here and po boy was it worth it. People are hella cool and friendly. Had the buffalo shrimp and the BBQ shrimp po boys. These were the best sandwiches I have ever had! They located here to take advantage of the new hospital construction to be completed in '14 but now it is pushing off til '16. Get up here and see these folks and support local off the beaten path business that is quality, quality, quality!
(5)MaryJane H.
We found this place by googling "gluten free po-boy NOLA." While they don't use gluten free bread (yet), they will prepare fried platters using gluten-free batter and frying it in separate oil. They are also conscientious about gluten, and know which menu items are "safe," such as the red beans & rice. The gumbo contains gluten, so I couldn't have any, but my husband said it was fantastic. The fried oysters were plump and rich, and the catfish (wild Louisiana-caught) was tender and catfishy--not too greasy or overly crusty. Portions were huge. Great service. Loved the art on the walls. Randomly, there was video poker in the back. We didn't partake, but if that's your thing, you'll want to know,
(5)Kay P.
If you're looking for a nice place on Canal St., it's definitely worth the extra walk. We came in 5 minutes before closing, but the staff still served us and gave us all the time to eat. The owner even took the time to give us some nice tips for good bars to visit in the french quarter. The food is simple but delicious. And for a good 30 dollars you can get a table full of dishes and sides you won't finish with 6 hungry teenagers, so you better walk in the door real hungry!
(5)Sophia K.
I always get the same thing but dang it's a good buffalo shrimp salad. Everyone I have taken here enjoys their meal, usually getting a poboy.
(5)Stacey a.
Just discovered this delicious little hidden gem today. Wow, the food was good! Roast Beef debis poboy, fried potato salad, and spinach dip were all wonderful, but the hit of the meal was their homemade honey butter biscuits. My teenage son ate four, yes four of them before he got his poboy. They were THAT good! We were already planning what we were going to eat on our next visit while we were still at the table.
(5)Raisa A.
Avery's was our last stop on our way out of NOLA. My husband really wanted to go there after a friend highly recommended it. To be honest I was not super excited about another fried meal, and wasn't even that hungry, but I was was wrong, soooo wrong. This was the best meal I had in Nola and one of the best I've ever had! Between my husband my friend and I we tried the seafood gumbo, shrimp and oyster po boys, fried baked potato salad, a honey butter biscuit, and fried pickles. All were perfect. Fried items were not greasy, and had a nice cloudy lightness to them. I will have dreams about that honey butter biscuit. The staff were extremely friendly, and when we mentioned we were from buffalo NY they brought out 3 small tasting plates of the buffalo shrimp... They were honestly better than any buffalo shrimp I've had in buffalo. We will return to this location any time were in New Orleans!!! Totally worth a little drive out of the main tourist area.
(5)John H.
I was told by a regular that this place had seriously good sandwiches and that their gumbo was as good as home-made so in the name of science I just had to put it to the test! Verdict: fantastic. The chicken and sausage gumbo is rich and thick and perfectly seasoned. I added a healthy dose of Crystal but not because it needed it, because I just have a Crystal addiction! For the main course I ordered the roast beef debris po-boy which comes with fried pickles (a fantastic idea that I haven't seen anywhere else!) and creamy horseradish sauce (with extra horseradish for a spicier kick). This is a place to visit and recommend and I will definitely be back.
(4)Rocky T.
Had the roast beef...excellent! My GF had an oyster po boy. She said it was not the best she had ever had, but she enjoyed it.
(4)Deborah C.
This "off the beaten path" place was exactly what I had been looking for. I wanted casual, comfortable, laid back, easy to get to, not wall to wall people and noise, AND good food at a very reasonable price. Too much to ask for in downtown New Orleans? Not at all! Everything I hoped for PLUS an exuberant and friendly server and very pleasant owner made our last day in N.O. great. Next time we're in town, I'm coming back. And I'm telling others about this awesome little place!
(5)Coffe H.
AMAZING. I ordered the vegan Stas Burger and forgot I was even eating vegan. Probably the most delicious vegan burger I have ever had. The server knew the menu inside out. Great service. LOVE THIS PLACE
(5)Steve M.
Avery's is a casual spot with fun and tasty po-boys like the Sandbag - roast beef, fried pickles and creamy horseradish sauce. Plate lunches, daily specials and salads too. Nothing fancy, just good food.
(4)Jeff C.
First visit here. Parking in the back since Tulane is pretty unavailable. Really good debris Poboy. Shrimp too. Keeping it old school Poboy. Next time we'll try the other stuff.
(4)Doug A.
Don't judge the book by the cover Not sure where to start. Roast beef poboy, gumbo, red beans and rice are all unbelievable. Then try the fried potato salad. Biscuits unbelievable. Eating our way back to Houston. Great with kids ( and adults)!!!
(5)Adam M.
Avery's is one of those special places that makes New Orleans one of the greatest cities on Earth. During my early afternoon visit I was delighted to find a quaint yet spacious dining room adorned with eclectic local artwork, comfortable and roomy tables, and a friendly staff stationed behind the order counter. Avery's menu is a poboy connoisseur's dream! Local favorites such as roast beef debris, turkey, and shrimp meet new favorites like buffalo shrimp and sweet potato fries, and yes even REAL Des Allemands catfish! The prices are beyond affordable and the selection seems carefully planned to accommodate seasoned local diners and visitors alike. For lunch I chose a 1/2 and 1/2 buffalo shrimp and catfish dressed with fried pickles and sweet potato fries. Heaven! The shrimp were perfectly cooked and not over sauced, the catfish screamed of freshness, and the French bread was warm and soft with just the right amount of chewiness. My fried pickles were done right -- crinkle cut chip style without too much breading, served hot with horseradish cream and bleu dressing for dipping. And the fries? Perfection! I'm all of 140lbs soaking wet yet I still managed to find the gluttony to put away every single bite. It's been a long time since I've endulged in a poboy here in my city, but thanks to Avery's the indulgence won't take such a long hiatus. This place is perfect for a delicious lunch with great friends, or even solo thanks to the warmness of the owners who oversee every meal.
(5)Matt N.
Located on Tulane Avenue across from the new VA Medical Hospital is this up and coming poboy shop. The inside is simple but well decorated and clean. The two owners are enthusiastic about their restaurant and it shows in their service and food. The roast beef poboy was loaded so heavily that it would have knocked the weigh station out in Laplace. My coworker had the large but my regular was more than enough to produce a gravy/meat induced coma from 1 to 5 p.m. Another person had the Buffalo Shrimp which he continued to rave over for the next few hours. This shop is fairly new so I was surprised by how good it was. These are the types of places and people that we should support. If you work downtown, they do deliver for orders over $20.00. If you live in Metry or Kenna then it is well worth the trip.
(4)Caitlin N.
Great place! My work grabs lunch here often when we're out in the field. We're a group with a wide range of preferences but Avery's always has something that pleases everyone! The staff is great, very friendly!
(5)J W.
Excellent oyster po boy! Service great! Onion rings like no other! They are off the beaten path but well worth the drive to get to them...
(5)Joe L.
I tried this place for two reasons. One because its in the hood like Parkway Bakery and two the line/wait time is too long at Parkway when they are busy which is most of the time. They have long lines for a reason, because they are good. Back to Avery's. I have been there three times now. Always impressed by the quality of the food. Today I got the soft shell crab po boy that was on special and it was the best I have ever had. And I have had many. There prices are very fair and the service is excellent. It seems like the owners are always there. Yes, I am impressed with the place.
(4)Michelle H.
I am giving this 5 stars purely for the service + quality of food. I came here a few weeks ago. It was my first time in Louisiana and was disappointed in the restaurants I tried earlier in the week. This place is a whole in the wall type but definitely worth it. The server was so nice and gave us a little history of the restaurant. I had honey biscuits, fried potato salad & seafood gumbo. Really good. The oyster dip was pretty good, too. rice is pretty good. Dress casually... It is not a fancy place.
(5)Ryan C.
Excellent food. Friendly staff. So close to work I can walk there. Great little place to grab a bite to eat. Love the home cooked feeling the food has. Swing by for lunch and check it out.
(5)Darren W.
All around wonderful dining experience. My partner and I decently priced place to eat lunch uptown, and we found it. We started off with the oyster rockefeller dip and the fried potato salad. Both were amazing. After that, we split a 12 inch Sandbag po boy, a roast beef po boy with fried pickles. Again, amazing. To top it all off, the staff were very friendly and the atmosphere was quiet and peaceful. A definite recommendation for anyone in the area around lunchtime.
(5)Buzd B.
Unless you work for or with the court system, this place is a little off the beaten path being in the Tulane Ave corridor of low-rent hotels and bail bonds places (however, as others have noted, they are well-placed for the boom that will come with the medical center). That said, I've stopped here twice when zipping between midcity and downtown - once for a shrimp poboy and once for an oyster poboy. Both were excellent. Nice big shrimp perfectly fried, and a generous helping of oysters that weren't over-fried (which is very important). The bread and toppings were fresh and service was quick and pleasant. The prices were in line with what most of the good poboy shops are charging, and the space is well kept and welcoming. Definitely recommended for a sandwich if you're in the area, however they need to get a license for beer (I hear that's in the works).
(5)A G.
Absolutely delicious. Cute couple own it. I had the fried oyster poboy and it was divine!!!
(5)Celeste P.
I save about $2 and 30 minutes coming here instead of some other high quality po-boy joints. My new favorite po-boy place.......for now
(4)K T.
Great place for a cheap and tasty meal! I will eat hear again.
(4)Van T.
avery's is gluten-free friendly. she went out of her way to make sure that I would have an amazing meal, and it was absolutely delicious. in addition to my buffalo shrimp salad and sweet potato fries, other members of my party had poboys, chicken gumbo, red beans and rice that came with a delectable honey biscuit. everything, including service, was absolutely wonderful. when we left, we realized that it was 40 minutes after closing time, and not a peep from anyone telling us to get a move on. how can the quality of everything be so great?!?
(5)Kristi L.
This is a true New Orleans must go..... Amazing food.... Soft Shell Crab Poboy --- Crab is bigger than the bread served on... Truly amazing food... Nice Peps that work there ....Go and Try
(5)Kevin S.
Get the Sandbag poboy (roast beef poboy with horseradish cream, provolone, fried pickles). Excellent. The onion rings were good, but not great. The sandwich was amazing, the staff very friendly and helpful, the restaurant clean and nicely decorated.
(4)Foodiegirl W.
I've been looking for that perfect barbecue shrimp po boy and I found it here. I'm not fond of the side of cukes and tomatoes and prefer extra Leidenheiemers to soak up the sauce. We learned from another reviewer that a cup of gumbo is really a bowl and were glad we chose to split it. Everything on the platters my friends got was perfectly cooked and delicious but the portions are huge. I would prefer half the food for less money. Oh and if you love fried oysters, bacon and gravy, you'll want to get the Pearl River poboy.
(5)David R.
This place just doesn't do it for me. The food is good, totally solid...and my friends rave about this place. But, I just don't see it. Definitely try the fried potato salad...if only because no one else does it. The horseradish sauce it comes with is really good and will clear up any lingering nasal congestion real fast! The prices on the daily specials absolutely can't be beat. Hell, the entire menu is very reasonably priced.
(3)Janelle L.
Best fried potato salad I've ever had! Wish they were open more often...
(5)Nuck T.
I tried the "handmade" hamburger & my uncle had the shrimp poboy. We had the onion ringside the side. Everything was seasoned to perfection. The onion rings were crispy & the dipping sauce was the perfect compliment. The staff was friendly, helpful & knowledgeable. I will definitely be revisiting! Would've gave 5 stars but there are no condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayo) on the tables.
(4)Kim W.
Best catfish po'boy I've ever had. And the buffalo shrimp po'boy is also super a nice change from the normal po'boy selections. My only complaint is maybe just a little too much bleu cheese. I work right across the street so I've eaten here a few times and I've never been disappointed.
(4)Nick M.
Buffalo shrimp poboy. Excellent! I don't even particularly like buffalo sauce on anything so that'll tell you something. This place is an unnoticed wonderful hole in the wall. Staff is super friendly food is excellent and cheap. Not much more you can ask for!
(4)Stephen H.
Delicious. You have to try the buffalo shrimp po boy with blue cheese. It is fantastic.
(5)Max J.
Came in just before close and talked to the two owners and their little girl (the restaurant is named for her). Even right before closing, they took the time to tell us all about the menu, their favorite items, etc. Great red beans with a thick smoked sausage and some of the best cornbread with honey butter I've ever had. Highly recommend it!
(5)Morgan R.
We started with the Oyster Rockefeller Dip that put Antoine's signature to shame (thought that's not too hard). The garlicy spinach dip came with buttered and toasted bread points perfect for soaking it all up. We then split a fully loaded Buffalo Shrimp Po Boy dressed with blue cheese that was even better than the Parasol's version. The crispy flaky bread was complemented by tangy buffalo shrimp falling out of the front, back and sides every time I took a bite. I will be back for more.
(5)Jessica C.
Christy @ Avery's is just amazing. They catered our wedding rehearsal dinner for about 120 people. It was flawless!! Christy set up a build your own po-boy bar with all the fixings and even brought ice coffee & dessert. The price was totally reasonable and she even accommodated dietary restrictions of some of our guests. The food was epic and a huge hit with our out of town guests. We will for sure hire them again!!! Loved it! Thanks Avery's you guys are the best!!
(5)Renee L.
Just left this delicious spot and I wish I was still hungry to order more food. We had the chicken and sausage gumbo and BBQ shrimp po boy! Awesome! Great service. Reasonably priced. I will be back.
(5)Jeff S.
Although I'm a longtime Parkway devotee, Avery's has recently stolen my heart. The po-boys are overstuffed and delicious, but this ain't just a po-boy joint: the gumbo is exceptional, as is the fried potato salad. On a first visit, go for a buffalo-style half shrimp, half oyster (one owner is from Buffalo, and brought a bit of Upstate New York to New Orleans). Once the medical facility construction is finished, I suspect this place will be mobbed daily, so get in now!
(5)Aisha J.
Yummy po boys and creole fries. Buffalo shrimp is awesome!!! Christy(part owner) is friendly and I was in and out. Will be back.
(5)Pam C.
Was going to lunch with a co worker who said she wanted a good poboy so I opened my friendly yelp app, typed in poboy and Avery's popped up with a 5 star rating. We decided to try it out and were so glad we did. She had the oyster poboy cooked to perfection and I had the buffalo shrimp platter with fried pickles and onion rings. To say that everything was amazing is an understatement. The food was quick, cooked perfectly; the staff was super nice and friendly; the atmosphere was a great suprise too. We were going to take our order to go, but as we sat down for a few minutes we decided to stay and eat there. What a great choice. We work at the hospital site and are native New Orleanians and we will be back. In fact when we heard they deliver, we are thinking of using them for some of our office lunches. I can't say enough about how awesome Avery's is. They do no have parking behind the building and you may not realize they are open until you are right in front of the building, so don't pass it up thinking they are not open. They also said they are open until 4 Monday - Wednesday and until 6pm on Thursday and Friday. I will be ordering dinner for tomorrow night to pick up on my way home for sure.
(5)Combiz E.
I am definitely coming back for more. The food was awesome. The service was outstanding. I definitely recommend...
(5)Kenica J.
My first time at Avery's today and it was lunch hour. Wait time was awful with me and my boyfriens waiting an hour and a half. We ordered the buffalo shrimp po-boy with a basket of onion rings and two honey butter biscuits. The food was really good and filling. I understand the slow service due to the packed restaurant but I wouldn't like it to happen again. Ordered a bread pudding to go and it was the best I've had yet. I really enjoyed Avery's besides the wait time and would come back in a few months this when they get their bearings straight.
(4)Carrie F.
Avery's catered my cousin's rehearsal dinner so my review is limited to the food that was served at the party. I can't say anything about the restaurant or it's neighborhood. At this party, I tried the jambalaya, fried green tomatoes and the oyster po-boy. So good!!!! The jambalaya was really well seasoned. Loved that the oyster po-boy was only lightly breaded so that you could taste the oysters. Too often when I get po-boys, all I taste is fried breading. Not here! Definitely would recommend!
(5)Joe B.
Really good food, friendly service and reasonable prices for a po-boy shop. Highly recommended!
(4)Clay T.
Avery's Po-Boys is on Tulane Ave between Broad St and Galvez St. Tulane Ave used to be called "The Miracle Mile" way back when this area was popping. Currently, there are two large hospitals being built. They will be completed in about three years. So today, it's construction workers, tomorrow it will be hospital workers. Of course the courthouse is close and there lots of residential units that sprang up post Katrina. I do hope Avery's can make it. My experience was very good. I had the grilled chicken po-boy. It was huge for $7.50 and cooked to perfection. Bread was fresh and the veggies were crisp. I may try the seafood po-boys in the future, however just around the corner is my favorite place for the shrimp po-boy. Justin the owner was great too. By the way, Avery is his daughter's name. Good luck to Justin and family!
(4)a p.
the fried potato salad is outstanding when you put their remoulade sauce on it. the fried pickles however were soggy. i suspect the pickles were not dry prior to being breaded or were just not fried correctly, but the crunch factor is essential. i had the roast beef poboy which is better than most but wish it had more flavor. also, the roast beef serving seemed disproportionately small and the bread was all soft like a bun, which was strange. i prefer the traditional crispy outside and soft inside. finally, i had the king cake cupcake which was decorated in a cute mardi gras way but did not taste like king cake. i totally appreciated the personal service and do hope this place improves and survives. while i would not go out of my way to come here, i would go if i was in the neighborhood.
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