T-Boys Po' Boys - Authentic N'awlins

Anyone who has ever been to New Orleans (N’awlins if you really consider yourself a regular) knows that there is nothing more indicative of the local cuisine than the po’ boy – fried seafood or meat served on French bread and “dressed” with lettuce, tomatoes and pickle. Now if that doesn’t make you hungry, I don’t know what will! But you don’t have to go all the way to New Orleans to savor this Louisiana treat. T-Boys Po-Boys on Broad Street, in downtown Augusta, boasts a menu of twenty different po’ boy sandwiches! But if you think po’ boys are all you will find at T-boys, look closer. The menu reads like an inventory of most of the dishes you would expect to find in the Big Easy.
Owner, Chef Tony Privat has dedicated his culinary career to producing Cajun food. He is originally from Lafayette, Louisiana and learned how to cook by helping his father. Two years at a nearby culinary school and it was off to work in Florida and then to Atlanta where he owned several restaurants including the French Quarter Food Shops. He has been in Augusta, at the same location, for over four years (T-Boy’s was previously Tap-Tap).
Because of the authenticity of the dishes and awesome taste, it is difficult to recommend any one item on the menu. I had the catfish po’ boy and it exceeded my expectations. The fish was seasoned to perfection and moist. The remoulade sauce was light and added just the right complement of flavor. My only regret is that I did not get the whole sandwich! Other ‘must trys’ are the muffaletta - sliced deli meats, cheeses and antipasto on New Orleans Boule bread. You can also get a seafood muffaletta. But I warn you, go very hungry or limit yourself to a ‘half’ sandwich. The full-size po’ boys are not for the faint of heart. I also have it on good authority, from a very trusted source, that the red beans and rice are to die for. Whatever your choice, be sure to save some room for the Banana Nut Bread Pudding with Cinnamon Syrup & Fresh Cream. This dessert alone will keep you coming back time and time again. In addition, T-Boys offer daily specials such as Gumbo, Etouffee, Jambalaya and crawfish boils. Oh, did I mention the homemade Root Beer?
Chef Tony has plans of expanding his concept which includes increasing their catering capability and developing more homemade soft drinks. He also plans to develop his outdoor garden to create additional seating for customer enjoyment during warm weather months. Chef Tony wants you to come experience a little bit of New Orleans in downtown Augusta. He promises “a great value for a quality sandwich.”

T-Boy’s Po-Boys is located at 1032 Broad St, Augusta GA. Open 11 - 4, 7 days a week. 706-722-7738.