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2130 Jefferson St. Houston, TX 77003

713-222-8333 

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  • Cajun, Creole, Sandwiches
    Mon-Sat 11am-8pm
    $, $$
  • All Major Credit Cards
    Catering, Delivery, Takeout
    Dinner, Lunch
  • Accepted, Not Accepted
    Lot Available
Description

This is as close to a real New Orleans poor boy shop as we've had in Houston since Original New Orleans Poor Boys on Main Street closed. If you find yourself craving a roast beef poor boy with a generous application of gravy, it's your best choice in town.







  • 2010 | Best Po-Boys

    Any Louisianan would tell you that some of the best po-boys are served up in unsuspecting holes-in-the-wall. Calliope's holds true to this tradition. Nestled in an unassuming strip mall, Calliope's serves up po-boys that have been praised by Louisianans and Houstonians alike. Try the sliced roast beef po-boy covered in brown gravy or the oyster po-boy bursting with crispy battered shellfish. More »

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    Suck the Head!

    | Thu, March 17, 2011

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    Off the Wall: Now That's a Po-Boy

    | Tue, February 15, 2011

    Last week, Katharine Shilcutt wrote about her experience at Zimm's Little Deck. In it, she mentioned her fondness for Calliope's Po-Boy, and the commenters agreed. TonyC had this to say: "I can't r... More »

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  • itakeyourblood
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    itakeyourblood | Arvada, CO | 55 Reviews

    | Sun, January 16, 2011

    yes... this was worth the find... great sandwiches... worth it.

  • rbailes86
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    rbailes86 | Houston, TX | 3 Reviews

    | Thu, July 1, 2010

    Calliope’s Surf & Turf Po-Boy SM 9.55 Rg 12.95 Lg 15.25 (Po-Boy Only) Tender slow roast beef layered with golden brown double fried shrimp fully dressed on New Orleans style 8” French Bread served with a side of our Crispy French Fries. Gumbo Our favorite spicy gumbo roux cooked with vegetables rice, and Complete Calliope’s Mix of Shrimp, Oysters and Andouille Sausage Cup 4.69 Bowl 7.59

  • Julie657
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    Julie657 | Houston, TX | 122 Reviews

    | Mon, June 28, 2010

    Tasty po-boys, overflowing with meat of your choice. Shrimp and roast beef both highly recommended.

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People Who Like Calliope's Po-boy

Main Menu
Specialty Po-boys
Sm8" $10.75
Reg.11" $13.95
Lg16" $19.59
X-lg32" $39.35
Soft Shell Crab
Sm8" $9.75
Reg11" $11.55
Lg16" $17.45
X-lg32" $32.95
Oyster
Sm8" $8.95
Reg11" $11.55
Lg16" $17.45
X-lg32" $32.95
Fried Crawfish
Sm8" $8.95
Reg11" $11.55
Lg16" $17.45
X-lg32" $32.95
Shrimp
Sm8" $7.35
Reg11" $9.35
Lg16" $14.29
X-lg32" $26.45
Catfish
Sm8" $5.45
Reg11" $6.75
Lg16" $10.55
X-lg32" $18.79
Turkey
Sm8" $7.35
Reg11" $9.35
Lg16" $14.29
X-lg32" $26.45
Fried Chicken
Sm8" $7.35
Reg11" $9.35
Lg16" $14.29
X-lg32" $26.45
Grilled Chicken
Sm8" $7.35
Reg11" $9.35
Lg16" $14.29
X-lg32" $26.45
Roast Beef W/gravy
Sm8" $6.35
Reg11" $7.99
Lg16" $12.29
X-lg32" $22.45
Hamburger
Sm8" $7.35
Reg11" $9.35
Lg16" $14.29
32"x-lg $26.45
La Hot Sausage
Sm8" $5.45
Reg11" $6.75
Lg16" $10.55
X-lg32" $18.79
Grilled Or Cold Ham
Sm8" $6.95
Reg11" $8.95
Lg16" $12.29
X-lg32" $21.15
Classic Grill Club
Sm8" $7.35
Reg11" $9.35
Lg16" $14.29
X-lg32" $26.45
Garden Special
Sm8" $5.99
Reg11" $6.95
Lg16" $8.59
X-lg32" $17.99
Poor Man's Po-boy
Sm8" $0.30
Reg11" $0.45
Lg16" $0.60
X-lg32" $1.20
Add Cheese
Calliope's Favorites
Sm. $10.55
Rg. $12.55
Calliope's Surf & Turf Po-boy
tender slow roast beef layered with golden brown double fried shrimp fully dressed on new orleans style 8” french bread served with a side of our crispy french fries
$17.95
Fisherman's Paradise
4 golden fried butterfly shrimp, 2 crispy fried oysters, 1 fried fillets of catfish, 1 cajun fried soft shell crab served with our golden brown fries and a small side salad.
Sm. $3.59
Lg $5.99
French Fries With Gravy And Cheese
calliope’s french fries topped smothered with melted cheese and hot roast beef gravy.
Platers
All Platters Are Served With Fries & Side Salad
$12.95
Battered & Fried Butterfly Shrimp
$12.95
Golden Fried Catfish Fillets
$13.95
Cajun Seasoned Breaded Oysters
$14.95
Crispy Fried Ss Crab & Garlic Butter Sauce
$7.95
Large Crispy Fried Chicken Breast Fillets
$16.75
Seafood Special 5 Butterfly Shrimp, 3 Breaded Oysters, 2 Catfish Fillets
Salads
Salads Are Made With Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Iceberg Lettuce, Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Sliced Pickles, Cheese, & Croutons. All Served With Your Choice Of Dressing
$6.95
Chef Salad
$8.59
Grilled Chicken Salad
$8.58
Fried Chicken Salad
$9.95
Signature Shrimp Salad
$12.95
Fried Oyster Salad
$12.95
Cajun Fried Soft Shell Crab Salad
$3.25
Side Salad
The Lighter Side
Served With Shrimp Chips & Side Salad
$8.25
Grilled Chicken Plate
$12.95
Grilled Shrimp Plate
$13.95
10 Grilled Shrimp Plate
Cajun Cooking
Homemade Daily
Cup $4.69
Bowl $7.59
Calliope’s Mix Gumbo
our favorite spicy gumbo roux cooked with vegetables, and of chicken. shrimp, oysters and andouille sausage served with rice.
Cup $3.59
Bowl $5.95
Gumbo
$2.59
Cajun Seasoned French Fries
Cup $4.69
Bowl $7.59
Lc’s Red Bean’s & Rice
slow cooked red beans, bell peppers, smoked sausage, onions, and pork simmered in perfect cajun spices served over white rice. (limited availability)
Side Items
4.99 With Fries And Drink
$4.99
Popcorn Shrimp
$4.99
Chicken Nuggets
$4.99
Grilled Ham And Cheese
$4.99
Cold Turkey And Cheese
$4.99
Mini Corn Dog Nuggets
Calliope's Fried Shrimp Salad
$9.95
Cajun Fried Popcorn Shrimp Laid Over Our Salad Mix Of Tomatoes
$9.95
Ceberg Lettuce
$9.95
Bell Peppers
$9.95
Red Onions
$9.95
Sliced Pickles
$9.95
Cheese
$9.95
& Croutons Served With Your Choice Of Dressing
Desserts
 
Delicious Chocolate Torte
 
Bread Pudding
 
Cheesecake Variety
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