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Port of Call

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4.5 of 5 stars 148 ratings
148 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
63
4.0 of 5 stars
43
3.0 of 5 stars
29
2.0 of 5 stars
7
1.0 of 5 stars
6
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#22 of 820 restaurants in New Orleans
  • Cuisines: American, Barbecue, Hamburgers, Pizza, Steakhouse
  • Price range*: $1-$25
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Reviews of Port of Call

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 4, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Absolutely the best burger in town more

1 of 5 stars
New Orleans, Louisiana
Aug 6, 2008
1/3 found this review helpful

I don't know how this place keeps getting the "best place for burgers" disctinction in the local entertainment publication. It's because everyone wants to relive their high school memories of eating here after underage drinking and remembering that it was in their budget. Yes, they have big burgers and big potatoes. And that's where the truth ends. The lights are... more

5 of 5 stars
San Francisco, California
Jul 18, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

While the inside and outside may give some people pause on their first visit, its an epic restaurant on many levels. They have great staff that are very attentive - especially considering the the crowds that come through the doors. A friend had recommended their steaks, and I agree with him - they are the best steaks in the Quarter,... more

2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 13, 2008

OK. Its a bugar joint and they are good but it is a boderline sanitation risk. more

5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 10, 2008

Best Burgers & Baked Potato more

4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 8, 2008

Tied for best all beef hamburger in the world with Snug Harbor, also in New Orleans. If you can put up with long waits, the atmosphere is fun. Get a monsoon while you wait and the time will pass much quicker. more

2 of 5 stars
Matthews, NC
Jul 4, 2008
2/7 found this review helpful

Before our June 2008 trip to New Orleans, I researched the heck out of the best places to eat during our family trip. Being on a budget, I narrowed my search to all of the less expensive restaurants that have a strong local presence and kid-friendly items on the menu. I chose the Port of Call for one night because... more

3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 2, 2008

I remember the burgers being a lot bigger. It's NOT safe @ nite alone. more

4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 14, 2008

Great burgers! Go early to get to the front of the line! more

4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 4, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

Best Hamburgers more

Reviews of Port of Call

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Port of Call Address

838 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116-1941
Tel: (504) 523-0120
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.