Where's A Great Sandwich on the Northshore?

[mineralman55]

I got a sudden want for a gourmet sandwich, something along the lines of Adam Rich's "Best Sandwich In America" show. (Domelise's po boys come to mind, but I don't want to go to the southshore). I've been to the various Bear's on the Northshore, great sandwiches, but I want something different. Anyone have a recommendation for a great sandwich place?

 

[Golden-Eagle]

Checkout Ponchatrain PoBoy on Hwy 22 near Francos. It's a small place with great food.

 

[Sks985]

Jockos check in check out, on old spanish trail in Slidell.

 

[Bosco]

Jockos check in check out, on old spanish trail in Slidell.

that place is disgusting. had a roast beef po boy from there was just deli meat with canned gravy. made so sick the dog wouldn't even eat the other half.

if you're going to get a po boy in slidell the only place i could recommend is southside cafe or possibly the new place on gause NOLA grill. they have a pretty good pork sandwich

 

[SpeedRacer]

Pontchartrain makes a good poboy. If you want something different, Cafe Dolce in Mandeville makes some awesome paninis.

 

[Leonidas]

Nothing stands out in my mind.

You could call Friday's and see if they will make you a "Hot Sicilian." Hasn't been on the menu in years, but sometimes they will make you one anyway. Its their version of a muffaletta, on large english muffin with bacon added. Mmmm.

Now you got me Jonesin' for a Monte Cristo. Haven't had one in decades. One of the best sammiches ever conceived by man. Nobody knows what they are, anymore.

 

[S&W4ME]

I haven't had a good Monte Cristo in years. Damn now I gotta find one

 

[Leonidas]

I haven't had a good Monte Cristo in years. Damn now I gotta find one

Friend, you are part of a rare breed for even knowing what it is. If you find one, I will be forever in your debt if you steer me that way.

Poboys, Schmoboys. What this town needs is a real New York Delicatessen.

 

[jmcrawf1]

Friend, you are part of a rare breed for even knowing what it is. If you find one, I will be forever in your debt if you steer me that way.

Poboys, Schmoboys. What this town needs is a real New York Delicatessen.

Well let us in on it. What is it?

 

[S&W4ME]

Well let us in on it. What is it?

Grilled ham and cheese sandwich. The bread is dipped into egg and fried like french toast

 

[S&W4ME]

Friend, you are part of a rare breed for even knowing what it is. If you find one, I will be forever in your debt if you steer me that way.

Poboys, Schmoboys. What this town needs is a real New York Delicatessen.

I know of a great little restaurant but its about a 16 hr drive.

 

[Leonidas]

Well let us in on it. What is it?

I'll tell you,but I can't guarantee your safety afterwards.

Simply said, it is a classic club sandwich, batter dipped, deep fried golden, extremely lightly dusted with confectioner's sugar. Used to see them in places frequented by businessmen. My personal fav was those at the old Petroleum Club in Memphis.


S&W: Your version sounds pretty good, too.

Guys, I'm gonna be out of touch. Gotta go pick up some sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, salami, cheeses. God, I hope I can find some Pumpernickel. Maybe some red onion.

 

[Rakkasan]

Go get ya a roast beef or shrimp po-boy @ shrimp box on robert road in Slidell.

 

[jmcrawf1]

I'll tell you,but I can't guarantee your safety afterwards.

Simply said, it is a classic club sandwich, batter dipped, deep fried golden, extremely lightly dusted with confectioner's sugar. Used to see them in places frequented by businessmen. My personal fav was those at the old Petroleum Club in Memphis.


S&W: Your version sounds pretty good, too.

Guys, I'm gonna be out of touch. Gotta go pick up some sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, salami, cheeses. God, I hope I can find some Pumpernickel. Maybe some red onion.

I see you're in Slidell. Where do you go for high quality sandwich fixins? Best I know of is Rouses' boars head brand. I know NOLA has a few NYC type Jewish Deli's but that's too far to drive.

 

[Leonidas]

Yes, Rouse's is good. But, since living here, I've adapted to what I can find. IMO the way you assemble and present the sandwich can overcome. I prefer Cotto salami to the hard varieties. As long as what I buy actually is made with peppercorns, I'm okay. I often select a Virginia baked ham, but Chesesi is an option, at times. Sam's has a good selection of cheeses at very good prices.

Whatever meats I buy, I insist on it being shaved. Its probably not true, but I think that releases more of the flavor.

I shred the lettuce after it has soaked 10-15 minutes in ice water. Makes it really cool and crisp. A nice contrast, since I often grill the meat and serve warm.

Exotic breads are tougher to find. But I was in Madisonville the other day and saw a gourmet bakery on 22 across from Beau Chene. It is on my list, next time I am up that way.

Just the meat is usually stacked at least an inch high when I am making a real sandwich.

 

[jmcrawf1]

This is the bread store across from beau chene: http://www.greatharvestnorthshore.com/

Also, there is a Panera Bread under construction on Hwy 21 north of I-12 in Covington. So excited about that!

 

[Leonidas]

Outstanding. Thanks for the link.

 

[Nomad.2nd]

Friend, you are part of a rare breed for even knowing what it is. If you find one, I will be forever in your debt if you steer me that way.

sen.

Ozark Cafe in Jasper Ar off highway 7...

 

[toddrod]

Here is one. La Pines. Go to the 3 minute mark for a smoked prime rib poboy

 

[Leonidas]

Ozark Cafe in Jasper Ar off highway 7...

Man, you got a real mean streak. First, a piece of heaven @900/acre, and now this.

Hmm. I've been known to make a 200mi. round trip just to get Krystal hamburgers. Nah, that was back in my 40's when I was still young and dumb and..........nevermind.