Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
oChef » Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy – San Francisco
Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy - San Francisco
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Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy at a glance
San Francisco Telegraph Hill
- 🍔 American Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $31–$40
mentioned by 104 of the guests
#2024 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#107 American Restaurant out of 121 in San Francisco
Good
6.4 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
520
Reviews
60.6%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Louisiana flavors
- Quick service
- Lively atmosphere
Frequently criticized
- Service inconsistency
- Drink prices
- Hygiene concerns
The restaurant, an inviting American Restaurant in San Francisco’s vibrant Telegraph Hill neighborhood, offers a wonderfully cozy and casual atmosphere. At Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy, you’ll discover a perfect spot for a quick bite or a relaxed meal.
Whether you’re craving lunch, dinner, or even breakfast, this charming eatery provides a welcoming setting for you to enjoy delicious offerings.
Overview: Introducting Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy
Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy offers a taste of the South, with many appreciating its authentic flavors and the generally friendly staff. Guests often find the atmosphere lively and the location convenient.
However, some experiences point to occasional inconsistencies in service and concerns regarding overall value. While the culinary offerings, particularly the beignets, receive high praise, there are mentions of issues like cleanliness and sometimes a less-than-welcoming attitude from certain staff members.
It appears to be a place with distinct highs and lows.
Good
6.4
out of 10
520
Reviews
60.6%
Satisfaction
172
negative
33
neutral
315
positive
Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy holds an overall restaurant score of 6.4, placing it in the average category, with customer satisfaction at a mixed 60.6%. This reflects a dining experience that, while generally acceptable, has areas for improvement.
The insights are drawn from 520 customer opinions, comprising 315 positive and 172 negative remarks. Looking closer at the specifics, Food leads with a score of (6.9), indicating it’s a strong point for many.
Service (6) and Ambience (5.9) hover around average, suggesting a decent but not outstanding experience in these areas. Value (4.8) is where the restaurant struggles most, often cited as a concern by patrons.
What people like
- Authentic Louisiana flavors
- Attentive, quick service
- Lively atmosphere
What people don't like
- Inconsistent service attitude
- Value for drinks
- Cleanliness issues
Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy presents a mixed bag. If you’re seeking a quick taste of Louisiana cuisine, particularly their well-regarded beignets and flavorful seafood, it could be a worthwhile stop.
However, be prepared for potential inconsistencies in service and some concerns regarding the overall value, especially for beverages. With a recommendation score of 6.6, it suggests that while many find it acceptable, it might not be a standout experience for everyone.
Consider it for a casual meal where the food is the primary draw, but manage expectations for other aspects of your visit.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy
Food (6.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 95% of the guests
The food here generally hits the mark, with a 6.9 score indicating its good, and a 67.7% customer satisfaction showing a mixed but leaning positive experience. Many of the 197 positive remarks rave about delicious food, authentic Cajun seafood, and fresh, hot beignets. Guests frequently praise the incredible food and Louisiana flavors, making it a tasty stop for many.
However, some of the 76 negative comments out of 291 total opinions point to areas for improvement. Concerns include reports of food poisoning and cold food, with others noting a lack of seasoning or small portions. There were also mentions of watered down liquors, ' suggesting some inconsistencies in quality and preparation.
Food
291
Reviews
67%
Satisfaction
76
negative
18
neutral
197
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Delicious Cajun food
- Authentic Louisiana flavors
- Fresh beignets
What people don't like
- Food poisoning reports
- Small portions
- Lack of seasoning
Often praised
- foodWe needed to get in and out quickly, and honestly, we grabbed what was on the way. The food came out quick, our order was spot on (we had a big group), and everything tasted great. It is always nice when you need to hit a home run, and you do.
- fish and chipsthe fish and chips and the fried catfish was great
- beignetsBest beignets outside of Cafe Du Monde. Very fresh and tasty.
- gumboMy wife and I stumbled upon Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy Cafe, and what truly set this place apart—besides the incredible food—was Troy's unmatched hospitality. After we placed our order, Troy came over and offered us samples of their rich, flavorful clam chowder and soul-warming gumbo—both were absolutely incredible. And just when we thought it couldn't get any better, he surprised us with a sample of their fresh, hot beignets, perfectly dusted with powdered sugar and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
- FoodFood:5
- fish tacosMy experience at this restaurant was very positive. I loved the fish tacos and especially enjoyed the beignets and café au lait. The space is small, but the service was friendly and quick.
- breadI had never tried a fish soup before, and it was truly tasty. It was also perfectly matched with the bread. The overall experience was excellent, with Service: 5, Atmosphere: 5, and Food: 5.
- clam chowderThe vibe is fantastic, situated right on the water and open to the street. The food is a true taste of Louisiana, featuring homemade Gumbo, clam chowder, and a wide variety of Po' boys. I had the best beignet I've tasted since visiting Louisiana.
- flavorA very interesting flavor that doesnt feel overdone
- friesThe fries were crispy on the outside and soft inside, in other words, perfect
Frequently criticized
- foodfigured food would be amazing and fresh
- gumboUnfortunately, the quality did not match the prices. The calamari was mostly French fries, the gumbo was bland, and I had to ask three times for tartar sauce. I would save your money and go to a nicer place.
- calamariMy calamari cooled immediately after it was served
- food qualitymoi et ma fille avant été très malade par la suite
- shrimpshrimp were a little small
- breadUnfortunately, our ordered Bred Bowl was replaced without asking with a soup that had a much smaller piece of bread because they ran out of bread. Naturally, no refund was given.
- catfishThe catfish side was a single thin strip
- chicken tendersthe “chicken tenders” picture can speak for itself
- clam chowderClam chowder was kind of watery with little flavor
- fish and chipsfish and chips were a little on the greasy side
Overall, if you're craving authentic Cajun flavors and fresh beignets, this spot could be a delicious choice. Just be mindful of potential inconsistencies in portion sizes or seasoning, and perhaps stick to the highly praised dishes for the best experience.
Service (6 out of 10)
mentioned by 67% of the guests
While many guests rave about the friendly service, quick service, and genuine care from the helpful staff, the overall experience for service lands at an average score of 6, with customer satisfaction at a mixed 55%. Out of 120 comments, 66 highlighted positive interactions, praising attentive servers and warm hospitality. However, not everyone has a smooth experience.
With 51 negative comments, issues like long waiting times, order accuracy problems, and occasional rude staff or poor customer service can be frustrating. Some have reported slow service and unhelpful employees, suggesting there's room for improvement in consistency.
Service
120
Reviews
55%
Satisfaction
51
negative
3
neutral
66
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly staff
- Quick service
- Attentive servers
What people don't like
- Long waits
- Rude staff
- Order errors
Often praised
- serviceWe were excellently served by Danielle. The service was fast and the food is tasty. As a critique, the scrambled eggs on the croissant were very small and looked sparse.
- staffThe staff helped us so much! They were incredibly kind
- ServiceService:5
- hospitalitythe warm hospitality make it a must-visit spot
- peopleMy first experience at this restaurant was very positive. The people were friendly, and I believe the manager was also very friendly. I would definitely go back.
- quick servicefriendly and quick service
- wait timeWait time was about 10-15 minutes but that was worth it!
- baggage storageeven let us leave our bags for free
- customer serviceThe guy that brought our food was very nice & had great customer service
- energyTroy’s energy
Frequently criticized
- serviceShe literally yelled “NEXT” when no one else was in line behind me. She seemed absolutely sick of this place and service. I suggest not having her be the face of the business.
- waiting timewaiting time to place an order was excessively long
- cashierThe cashier Mercy says the receipt needs customer service. She sounds annoyed
- servertold me rudely my order was coming
- wait timethe wait time is real bad
- AMEXplace refuses to take AMEX
- Google Maps listingThe Google listing needs updating stat
- accuracyYou ask for one thing and they bring you another
- airUn air dédaigneux quand vous demander d'ouvrir votre bouteille de Coca
- attentionEns ensenen sense prestar-nos atenció.
Service here can be a bit of a gamble; you might encounter wonderful, quick service or face frustrating waits and order issues. If you're willing to take a chance, you could be pleasantly surprised, but be prepared for potential inconsistencies.
Ambience (5.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 47% of the guests
The ambience here is a bit of a mixed bag, scoring an average 5.9 with a mixed 52.2% customer satisfaction. Many guests appreciate the fun atmosphere, especially the indoor/outdoor seating and great location, often described as a waterfront property with a cozy vibe. Out of 67 customer remarks, 35 were positive, highlighting a generally good experience.
However, 23 remarks point to some significant downsides. Concerns about hygiene, particularly regarding kitchen cleanliness, sticky tables, and the bathroom, frequently come up. Some found the eating area crowded and messy, impacting the overall atmosphere negatively.
Ambience
67
Reviews
52%
Satisfaction
23
negative
9
neutral
35
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Great location
- Outdoor seating
- Fun atmosphere
What people don't like
- Hygiene concerns
- Dirty bathroom
- Sticky tables
Often praised
- atmospherereally nice atmosphere! Good music playing in the background was a nice addition.
- locationconvenient location right next to Alcatraz boats point
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:5
- spotEven though the spot is great and the prices are correct, it's clear that the waitresses either dislike French people or children. There's a disdainful air when you ask them to open your bottle of Coca.
- Black-owned and operated businessthis Black-owned and operated business
- ambianceI was pleasantly surprised! It's a small place with open seating, so you'll get to know your neighbor, and the ambiance is fun. The bathroom might have a wait, but the food is excellent!
- bathroomSingle spacious and clean bathroom
- cleanlinessAs a critique, the scrambled eggs on the croissant were very small and looked sparse. At 9 am on a Sunday, there was seating available and it was clean. I recommend this place.
- cozy restaurantThis is a very cozy restaurant with nice staff and super delicious food. We can only recommend it.
- cultural experiencefull Cultural Experience!!!
Frequently criticized
- bathroomGo find another job if you can't deal with people! Furthermore, there's only one bathroom for both men and women, and seeing how they prepare the dishes, I believe they don't even know what hygiene is: with the same hands they used to wipe sweat and touch everything, they then took the food and plated it (always with the same hands, unwashed and disinfected): I wouldn't go back!
- atmosphereIt was freezing and so windy inside
- cleanlinessplace could be little cleaner
- crowded placeoverly crowded messy place
- eating areaeating area is small
- food leftoversthere were food leftovers on the floor
- gamer-neck seatingThe tables were sticky, and the mocha was pre-packaged crap. The fish & chips were made of what felt like moist cardboard, and the seating was uncomfortable, described as 'gamer-neck seating'. I would not go again.
- garbage recycling cansgarbage recycling cans were just next to the tables
- handsGo find another job if you can't deal with people! Furthermore, there's only one bathroom for both men and women, and seeing how they prepare the dishes, I believe they don't even know what hygiene is: with the same hands they used to wipe sweat and touch everything, they then took the food and plated it (always with the same hands, unwashed and disinfected): I wouldn't go back!
- hygieneGo find another job if you can't deal with people! Furthermore, there's only one bathroom for both men and women, and seeing how they prepare the dishes, I believe they don't even know what hygiene is: with the same hands they used to wipe sweat and touch everything, they then took the food and plated it (always with the same hands, unwashed and disinfected): I wouldn't go back!
If you're seeking a spot with a great location and potential for a lively vibe, it might be worth a visit. Just be prepared for a potentially crowded space and keep an eye out for cleanliness, especially in the restrooms.
Value (4.8 out of 10)
mentioned by 29% of the guests
When it comes to value, opinions are quite a mixed bag, based on 42 customer remarks with 17 positive and 22 negative. Many found the spot offered reasonable prices, especially for the area, with some loving the affordable shots and feeling it was well worth the cost. The overall score for value sits at an average 4.8.
However, a significant number of diners felt the value was lacking, citing expensive drinks and overpriced food portions. There were also concerns about menu price discrepancies, with some items costing much more than advertised online, leading to a feeling of a typical tourist trap. Customer satisfaction for value is currently at a mixed 40.5%.
Value
42
Reviews
40%
Satisfaction
22
negative
3
neutral
17
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Reasonable prices
- Affordable shots
- Cheap for area
What people don't like
- Overpriced drinks
- Menu price discrepancies
- Expensive food portions
Often praised
- pricesIt was perfect for grabbing a bite after visiting Alcatraz without having to walk far. The food was tasty, and the prices were okay. It's a great spot for lunch when you're hungry after exploring.
- priceI was blown away by the staff, who were incredibly friendly. The food was great and well priced for the wharf. We were also taken care of quite well.
- $5 jameson shotsoh $5 jameson shots
- $5 shotsSo tasty and $5 shots
- cheap for the areaCheap for that area too
- checkthe check came to $30
- pricingwell worth the inexpensive pricing
- timeworth the time
- valueSurprisingly good for a place that looks like a tourist trap, the prices are also very reasonable
Frequently criticized
- pricefor $20 plus tax, I probably would not have ordered it if I knew the price before
- pricesThe only toilet available was completely filthy. The prices are overpriced. A shame.
- beermost expensive beer ($10) I have ever drunk
- drinkpay $19 for a drink
- expensiveUn pò caro
- experienceNot a good experience
- foodThe staff were patient with us while the game concluded. The food looked good but seemed expensive compared with what we are used to.
- menu price accuracy35 percent more than what is shown on this menu
- menu pricesNeed to update menu prices. My item was about 35 percent more
- mixed drinka mixed drink is $17
If you're looking for specific deals like their affordable shots or are prepared for potentially higher prices, you might find some value here. However, be cautious of menu price accuracy and be ready for drinks and some food items to lean towards the expensive side.
How are the prices at Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy?
You’re looking at roughly 31 per person – reported by 104 diners. That puts it in the $31–$40 category. For an American Restaurant, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
While 31 is the average for this spot, the broader market in San Francisco shows a wide spread of prices for American restaurants. Many diners find options clustering around the 11 – 30 $ range, placing this restaurant just a notch above that main group, offering a slightly more premium feel.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 104 reviews.
How this restaurant’s value for money stacks up against similar spots in San Francisco.
We think the pricing feels quite fair for an American restaurant in San Francisco, especially considering the overall market. It offers a good balance without breaking the bank.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Group Type
- Friends
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
10
Delicious Lunch with Great Wine!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! It's a great location for lunch. I highly recommend the chicken tenders, which were yummy, and the bbq sauce was excellent.
The fries were also so good. For drinks, I recommend the Pinot Grigio as a refreshing chilled white wine. Stop by, friends!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
- chicken tenders9
- bbq sauce9
- fries9
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
6
Mixed Experience: Good Beignets, Poor Chowder
My experience at this restaurant was mixed. I found the beignets to be good, but the clam chowder was disappointing, with hardly any clams. Additionally, there was no gumbo available.
Although they open at 11: 00 am, the person responsible for making the gumbo was not present, and there was uncertainty about when, or if, it would be available.
- beignets8
- clam chowder3
- gumbo2
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Group Type
- Friends
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
7
Good food, slow service
My experience at the restaurant was a mixed bag. The food was good, earning a perfect score. However, the service was slow, and I had to get up to get my own water.
Despite the wait time, the atmosphere was rated highly.
- food10
- atmosphere5
- service3
- water3
Price per Person
- $41–$50
Visit Type
- Tourist Experience
Group Type
- Tour Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Loud
2
Tourist Trap - Overpriced and Underwhelming
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing. I went in without checking prices and found them to be higher than average for both drinks and food. The ordering process was inconvenient, requiring a trip to the bar.
While the drinks were average, the "fresh" beignets were a significant letdown, taking 20 minutes to arrive and tasting like sugar-coated toast rather than authentic beignets. I would advise others to avoid this tourist trap.
- drinks5
- atmosphere5
- food1
- beignets1
- prices2
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
10
Excellent Fish and Chips, Great Coffee!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I had the best fish and chips I've had in a long time. The po boy was great too, and I was pleasantly surprised by the real coffee.
The service, atmosphere, and food were all top-notch, receiving a perfect 5/5 in each category.
- fish and chips10
- po boy8
- coffee9
What Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy offers
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Kids' menu
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Restroom
- Bar onsite
Offerings
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Wine
- Coffee
- Beer
- Small plates
- Cocktails
- Alcohol
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Casual
- Trendy
FAQs
What dining options and atmosphere can you expect at Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy?
At Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner with comfortable seating. The atmosphere is cozy, casual, and trendy, making it a great spot for a quick bite or a relaxed meal. They also offer a bar onsite with hard liquor, wine, beer, and cocktails.
What service options and accessibility features does Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy provide?
Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy offers convenient service options including outdoor seating, dine-in, takeout, and delivery. For accessibility, you’ll find a wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restroom, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests.
How is Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy rated overall?
Queen’s Louisiana Po-Boy has an overall score of **6.4** out of 10, with customer satisfaction at **60.6%**. **Food** scores highest (6.9), followed by **Service** (6) and **Ambience** (5.9), while **Value** (4.8) is an area for improvement.
What are the standout food items at Queen's Louisiana Po-Boy?
Many customers praise the authentic Louisiana flavors, specifically highlighting the fresh and tasty beignets, rich gumbo, and flavorful clam chowder. The fish and chips and fried catfish also receive positive remarks.
What should I expect regarding service and atmosphere?
You can expect generally friendly and quick service, with some staff members noted for their warm hospitality. The atmosphere is often described as lively and convenient. However, there are occasional reports of inconsistent service attitudes and concerns about cleanliness, particularly in the bathroom.