In any other state, it would be called a grinder, a hoagie, or a sub. But in New Orleans, this prized sandwich is known as the po’boy, and it’s been a favorite meal for New Orleanians for over a century. There are plenty of places to grab a decent po’boy in the city, but for one of the best roast beef po’boys you’ve ever had, you’ve got to make your way over to Metairie where you’ll find the beloved R & O’s Restaurant, a favorite spot for anyone looking for a delicious meal in a casual space. Let’s check it out.

Located good old Bucktown, R & O’s has been a favorite eatery for locals since 1980.

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Family owned and operated, it’s one of those casual joints where you just feel like a member of the family when you sit down.

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Rustic and welcoming, it’s a great place for a family dinner or an evening with friends.

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Whether you visit for lunch or dinner, there’s one thing that’s for sure: come hungry.

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The menu features a wide array of just about anything you could possibly be craving, and the portions are massive.

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Hearty places of pasta, fried seafood baskets, and specialty sandwiches all pepper the menu. They’ve also got some of the best pizza around!

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But the real star of the show is the roast beef po’boy.

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They offer three different versions of this New Orleans classic, and each one is worthy of a bite. You can choose from the traditional roast beef, an Italian roast beef with red gravy, or go with their signature ham and roast beef with Swiss cheese.

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For more information, be sure to check out their website and give them a follow on Facebook.

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Just be sure to grab a stack of napkins before you dive in, because these overstuffed po’boys sure are messy!

Once you’ve tried the R & O’s po’boy, why not try all the best po’boys in New Orleans? Check out this po’boy trail where we highlight some of our favorite local joints to grab a po’boy in New Orleans.

 

Where’s your favorite po’boy in New Orleans? Shout it out in the comments below!

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Address: 216 Metairie-Hammond Hwy, Metairie, LA 70005, USA