Parasol's

Lonely Planet review

Locals have long insisted that this Irish Channel institution is one of the best places to get a po'boy sandwich. No argument here. The shredded roast beef po'boys are superb and eating one is a sloppy, joyful business. Fine catfish and other varieties are also available.

Half of Parasol's is a casual eatery, usually jam packed with families and old folks. The other half is a great little neighborhood bar where the patrons don't mind the flypaper hanging on the walls. The characters swivelling on the barstools are matched by the characters working the bar. You can eat on either side. The place is St Paddy's Day headquarters, when a huge block party happens on the street.