Gene’s PO-Boys

Excellent roast beef po-​boy, cooked just right and with all the delicious fixings. Highly recommend!

Twice in one day. Need I say more? Hot Sausage the first time and Cheese Burger the second time. Both incredibly delicious. Service is very friendly. We hope to make this a stop every time we come to town.

I was going to say I liked but didn’t love Gene’s, but since my friends and I stopped there twice over the course of four hours and split 3 footlong-​ish sandwiches, I guess part of me really did love it. We tried the spicy sausage and shrimp po-​boys and both were delicious.
The gumbo was quite good, though I wouldn’t waste my time on it when sandwiches are available. I didn’t care for the sweet potato cake, but it wasn’t terrible.
The atmosphere is that of a carryout, and service was fast and friendly.

A must for anyone visiting New Orleans. Although barren on the inside and for those not street smart, may seem a bit off putting, it’s the best po-​boy I’ve had in New Orleans. I usually go between the cheeseburger or hot sausage version with everything on it. Sometimes can be a bit slow to get sandwich but I appreciate the time because my sandwich is always the same. I’ve been 5x since being introduced back in 2011. Highly recommended at least once while in Nola!

THE BEST CHEESEBURGER POBOY ON THE PLANET! Ok, I got that off my chest! The sandwiches are huge, reasonably priced and come with a free drink! The place is slice of NOLA perfection!
PS… While waiting on your cheeseburger head next door to Gene’s Daiquiri Shop for the BEST daiquiri in NOLA!

Dude. I am and have been CRAVING another Po’ Boy from here! On October 30^th we flew in to New Orleans for our Honeymoon, our cruise ship was leaving from the good olé’ Mississippi! The day we flew in, we partied it up for Halloween until 2am. Called our Über driver afterwards and begged him to bring us somewhere to eat. He didn’t disappoint!!! Seriously. The. Best. Food. Ive. Eaten! Not just because we were drunk, we brought one home to eat for breakfast and it was still DELICIOUS. Although, it would be a bit of a fright going into the hood by myself, our Über driver told me he would escort me in and help me with the food! Don’t be deceived by the «hole in the wall» atmosphere or you will miss out on something amazing! I HIGHLY recommend eating here at least a few times while visiting ;) The people were nice, food came out FAST and it was literally giving me mouthgasms! lol… Seriously, plz eat here! P. S we each got the Roast Beef Po’ Boy and it was mouthwatering!!!

Ok this review is about three months late, and I’m ashamed at myself that I completely forgot to rate this place!
This place is AMAZING. We came here on a recommendation from our Über driver, and he did NOT disappoint. There isn’t much space to eat inside, but that’s 100% OK, because these po boys are just great. I ordered the roast beef with cheese (I didn’t know what to order, so I asked the lady to order me what she gets!), and it was meaty, cheesy, messy goodness. While it was good, I wish I’d ordered the hot sausage! I had some of my sister’s and it was so good it made my eyes roll back, probably 360 degrees back to their original position. It’s delicious.
If you don’t eat pork for personal or religious reasons, this should be the one thing that gets you to do it.

Legit! Stopped in here after having really terrible service at Café Rose Nicaud and leaving there without eating. We were at Genes early in the morning and the crew was still setting the restaurant up, but the woman behind the counter was friendly and invited us in to order. We had the sausage and cheese po boy — incredible. Flaky bread, sausage and the right mix of cheese and sauces. Definitely a diamond in the rough.

Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! Staff and cooks were so sweet. They even sat down and visited with us.

Gene’s is that rare combination of divey feel with outstanding menu offerings. My wife and I came here for lunch after church last weekend. Unfortunately none of the menu items appealed to her (weird pregnancy stuff), but the roast beef po-​boy, called the D’Phillis, looked appetizing. It was gratifying that they took credit cards, and turned the order out in 3 – 4 minutes. It was outstanding, probably the best po-​boy I’ve had while living here, certainly up there with places like Parkway. Definitely not for the faint of heart, as it gets a little messy. The one drawback is the lack of seating, but that shouldn’t take anything away from what those folks are doing back there in that kitchen. I just hope that all of the construction at that intersection doesn’t affect this place’s business.

I love Gene’s Po Boys and this place is a MUST when I come to New Orleans… the bread is amazing and the hot sausage is perfect … I love this place … if u r curious about this place please give it a try … parking sucks but it’s worth it

The food was outstanding! Fresh and delicious! Portions are BIG! The storefront is right out of central casting for «hole-​in-​the-​wall-​locals-​only», but the food more than compensated for the ambiance! Parking was okay since I came off hours. The hot sausage and cheese is supposedly the hit and after trying it, I totally agree! If looking for the most amazing French bread, look no further! Glad I trusted fellow Unilocal!ers!!!

This place is a hole in the wall of New Orleans but it’s definitely worth it. It’s hard parking but it will be worth it! The hot sausage with cheese is a must try po boy! It is absolutely hot fresh and delicious! I’ll definitely go back for sure, the place itself is not nice and clean nor pretty but the food gets the job done.

I heard Beyonce closed down this restaurant when she came to visit just so she could come in & eat here, so I had to try the place right?
If Beyonce closed down a restaurant just to eat there, it’s got to be good.
Came in with high expectations, & was not disappointed.
I ordered the hot sausage po boy with cheese, because there is no other way to eat a hot sausage po boy. If you do not add cheese on your hot sausage po boy, go home or save yourself a good ol few coins so you can come back & afford to get yourself some cheese. You’ll thank me later for the advice.
The cashier was sweet & friendly. ++
The bread on my po boy was light, airy, & crispy, & the hot sausage was nice, moist & gooey with the cheese. I am never going to eat another po boy outside of Louisiana ever again. This is a place I’m definitely going to miss when I leave nola.
Absolutely great experience there, my to go place from now on when I come to visit New Orleans (I visit often). Will be back!

Get your official po-​boy here! Had to go deep in the hood to find it but it was worth it! Get the burger po-​boy!

We where told about this place by a local friend. The sausage po-​boy is really good! My date really enjoyed the roast beef. The portions where huge.

Gene’s has always been a friend to me in my time of need. And for that, I am thankful. For many years this place has fed the clubbers, drunkards, stragglers, overnight workers and everyone else too. It is a go to late night sandwich spot for several reasons. It is open 24/​7, located a few minutes from 610, and is a short drive from the city’s nightlife. It is also near a public transportation line and across the street from a MegaBus stop. Clearly convenient to folks from all walks of life.
Can you dine in? Uh, something like that. You can but you may be better served eating elsewhere. It is a baby step above grabbing a curbside seat after getting a meal from the guy selling food from the back of his pick up truck or a traditional food truck. Put plainly, GPB place gets plenty of foot traffic which lends to plenty of foot markings AND I am willing to bet the table area is probably not cleaned throughout the day. But, eh, if you are tipsy or tired and hungry and want to sit and eat a traditional po-​boy after a late arrival or late night out, pop a squat and enjoy the scenery.
So you ask, what do I typically order from GPB? A half and half. Half hot sausage/​half cheeseburger po-​boy. When I am living young, wild and free, I add roast beef gravy to it which gross and tasty at the same DA_​N time!
While I visit here less these days, it is a staple for a quick late night grab.
Other things worth noting:
— credit cards are now accepted
— they now offer draft beer in Solo cups («to go cups»)
— From 6a-​10a, you can add eggs to any sandwich
— all sandwich prices include a free fountain beverage
— this place does not offer seafood or veggie options.
— there’s a daiquiris shop next door
— it’s located at a pretty busy intersection in front of a bus stop. Expect to encounter pan handlers.

HOT SAUSAGE ADD CHEESE SAY WHAT?
So I recently came here with a vegetarian friend and learned that they do have a veggie poboy — it’s lettuce, tomatoes, mayo, and cheese on french bread. LOL.
I am not a vegetarian, so I don’t have to order this. Get the hot sausage (add cheese) or the cheeseburger. It’s really bad for you and really greasy but also really good.
The hamburger poboy is WAY better than Melba’s. There’s also a gambling machine, social shakedown, and a free fountain drink with every order.
It’s kinda dirty, but it’s worth it.

Gene’s is weLl know for their sandwiches and this day they did not disappoint. I had my mind set on coming here from the time I woke up this morning.
I had a few things to take care of earlier in the day and once I was finished I made a beeline here. I arrived earlier durIng the day so I did not have any parking problems. I parked in their lot behind their location. In fact I was the only car there.
When I walked in I placed my order and handed them by debit card to pay and that’s when they told me that they only accept cash, but they have an ATM on site for only .99 charge .
I had a ham and cheese dressed on French that had loads of meat and came with a drink included in the price. They have a variety of items to order including: hot sausage, burgers, roast beef… I would encourage you if you are in the area to stop in and try them out.

I was turned on to this place by the beautiful K.A. after attending a Krewe du Vieux parade. We showed up when well, everyone showed up. The line was almost out of the door. I have never been here but I immediately appreciated the simplicity of the poboys offered. If I was to run a poboy shop, it would be like this. Limited selection. That means that they are faster and better in the few items they sell. That particular night it was hamburgers, roast beef, hot sausage poboys only. Perfect. I opted for the hot sausage, and my lovely date chose the roast beef. Atfirst I though the prices were maybe a little higher than the area should dictate but when I seen that each poboy comes with a free founatin drink… then I realized that they cant be beat!
Standing in there waiting on the poboys is another experience in itself. There was all types of people in there. And all were cool. The smell of the food was amazing. And I was drunk and hungry…
When we got home I tore it up right away. The hot sausage with cheese are of the patti type. I dont think they were Pattons brand because they had some kick! I like kick. Also it was double patties on each side of the poboy. It was stuffed. My girl shared her roast beef with me, and man… it was great! Just enough sloppiness. Not a mess. I didnt need a fork is what im saying.
I plan on going back and trying the cheeseburger poboy for sure!