For a decade or two before the great national gourmet burger tsunami overtook New Orleans, Port of Call was putting out a product that drew hordes. That hasn’t changed. This is not a burger for teeny-patty people. It’s a dripping half-pound monster, served with a loaded baked potato. You’re probably going to wait a while for it (get the fruity signature Monsoon cocktail to bide the time), and you probably won’t even be able to see it inside the dark den of a dining room (a good thing since the restaurant has needed a redo for years). They have steaks, but they’re irrelevant. Sometimes you just need a good burger, and even with the serious contenders around town now, Port of Call’s still holds up. No reservations.
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Port of Call
838 Esplanade Ave
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Neighborhood
French Quarter
Hours
Sun–Thurs 11am–midnight, Fri–Sat 11am–1am
Phone
504/523-0120
Prices
Cheeseburger $12, rib-eye $23
Cuisine Type
Hamburgers
Web site
Port of Call

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838 Esplanade Ave New OrleansNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.