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Calliope's Po-boy

2130 Jefferson St.
Houston, TX 77003

713-222-8333 | Website

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Category: Restaurants | Cajun, Creole, Sandwiches

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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.

  • Cuisine(s): Cajun, Creole, Sandwiches

    Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-8pm

    Price: $, $$

  • Payment Types: All Major Credit Cards

    Features: Catering, Delivery, Takeout

    Serving: Dinner, Lunch

  • Reservations: Accepted, Not Accepted

    Parking: Lot Available

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  • 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... More >

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  • Suck the Head!

    Suck the Head!

    By Katharine Shilcutt | Thu, March 17, 2011

    It's not officially crawfish season yet. Exhibit A: Danton's, my go-to for serious Cajun food, isn't stocking them. Exhibit B: Neither is BB's Cajun Café or Goode Co. Seafood. And it won't be until at least the end of the month, if not next month.... More >

  • Off the Wall: Now That's a Po-Boy

    By Kevin Shalin | 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 More >

  • Suck the Head and Pinch the Tail at Calliope's Po-Boys

    By Jane Catherine Collins | Wed, April 21, 2010

    ​ Robb Walsh confirmed that crawfish season goes into full swing after Easter. Well, it's past Easter, and we're ready for our mudbugs. Faint of heart, stop reading now. You just can't understan More >

  • Roast Beef and Fried Rice

    Roast Beef and Fried Rice

    By Robb Walsh | Thu, April 23, 2009

    "Nobody in Houston knows how to make a roast beef poor boy," displaced Crescent City  native Tim Turner said to me the other day. Turner's eyes lit up when I told him about the "roast beef with gravy" poor boy I had just eaten at Calliope's Po-Boy... More >

  • Calliope's Po-Boy and The Big Mamou

    By Paul Galvani | Thu, April 09, 2009

    Dish Lisa Carnley recently moved to Houston, where she's serving authentic poor boys, gumbo and red beans and rice at her new place, Calliope's Po-Boy (2130 Jefferson, 713-222-8333). "Our family is from New Orleans, and after Hurricane Katrina, w... More >

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  • itakeyourblood

    itakeyourblood

    | Sun, January 16, 2011

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

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  • TalinT

    TalinT

    | Fri, July 16, 2010

    Their gumbo is absolutely divine!

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  • rbailes86

    rbailes86

    | Thu, July 01, 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

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  • Julie657

    Julie657

    | Mon, June 28, 2010

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

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  • lori.alexander

    lori.alexander

    | Thu, June 10, 2010

    There food was delicious at the Menu of Menus Extravaganza!

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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
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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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