Please-U-Restaurant
1751 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70130
Please-U-Restaurant Menu
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Diabetics at Applebee's
Diabetics must resist their temptations when dining at Applebee's. Most of the items on Applebee's menu is either stuffed with sodium or sugar. You must be extra careful and pick low-sugar and low-sodium diet at Applebee's if you are diabetic.
Foods to Avoid at Applebee's for Diabetics:
If you are starting your meal with appetizers then make sure you skip the Classic Buffalo sauce, Honey BBQ sauce, and sweet Asian Chile sauce on your wings order. It is highly recommended to skip the appetizers if you are dining alone and instead build your appetizer keeping nutrition in check. Among the steaks, you must stay away from the Applebee's Riblets platter as well as Bourbon Street Steak at all costs. Shrimp 'N Parmesan Sirloin is also not recommended. Skip the sandwiches, wraps, and tacos as well. Desserts may be tempting but it is recommended to avoid them at Applebee's for their high sugar content. All the beverages except Iced Teas must be avoided as well to control your sugar intake.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at Applebee's
Boneless Wings (Appetizer Sampler)
Nutritional Facts: 330 calories, 17g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 3g), 800mg sodium, 25g carbs, 1g sugar, 2g fiber, 20g Protein
Caesar Salad (Sides)
Nutritional Facts: 220 calories, 18g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 3.5g), 380mg sodium, 11g carbs, 2g sugar, 2g fiber, 4g Protein
Portsmouth Clam Chowder
Nutritional Facts: 160 calories, 7g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 5g), 530mg sodium, 18g carbs, 4g sugar, 2g fiber, 5g Protein
Double-Glazed Baby Back Ribs, Half Rack (side NOT included)
Nutritional Facts: 430 calories, 32g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 15g), 330mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 1g fiber, 35g Protein
Garlicky Green Beans Side
Nutritional Facts: 180 calories, 14g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 7g), 310mg sodium, 11g carbs, 2g sugar, 4g fiber, 3g Protein
Steamed Broccoli Side
Nutritional Facts: 100 calories, 8g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 4.5g), 210mg sodium, 6g carbs, 2g sugar, 2g fiber, 3g Protein
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Nutritional Facts: 130 calories, 6g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 1g), 320mg sodium, 17g carbs, 2g sugar, 2g fiber, 2g Protein
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High Blood Pressure at Applebee's
Most of the foods served at Applebee's restaurants are high in sodium. Unless you are visiting the restaurant or dining here in the group, there are hardly any options from the main meals if you wish to keep your blood pressure in check. You can rely on a few salad options though. If lucky, you may find low-sodium ribs as well at the restaurant.
Foods to Avoid at Applebee's for High Blood Pressure
Avoid Green Goddess Wedge at Applebee's. Broccoli Cheese Soup and French Onion Soup contain over 1000mg sodium and hence must be skipped as well. Skip all the chicken dishes and seafood at Applebee's except Grilled Chicken Breast and Baked Haddock without sides respectively. You must also skip Brunch Burger, Quesadilla Burger, Triple Bacon Burger, and Whiskey Bacon Burger at Applebee's. High sodium intake can be lethal for a high blood pressure candidate. Avoid ordering foods that contain over 1000mg sodium at Applebee's, especially if you're dining alone.
Food Suggestions for High Blood Pressure at Applebee's
House Salad
Nutritional Facts: 120 calories, 6g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 2.5g), 200mg sodium, 12g carbs, 4g sugar, 2g fiber, 6g Protein
Caesar Salad (Sides)
Nutritional Facts: 220 calories, 18g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 3.5g), 380mg sodium, 11g carbs, 2g sugar, 2g fiber, 4g Protein
Mixed Green Salad
Nutritional Facts: 70 calories, 2g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 105mg sodium, 11g carbs, 4g sugar, 2g fiber, 2g Protein
Double-Glazed Baby Back Ribs, Half Rack (side NOT included)
Nutritional Facts: 430 calories, 32g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 15g), 330mg sodium, 0g carbs, 0g sugar, 1g fiber, 35g Protein
Steamed Broccoli Side
Nutritional Facts: 100 calories, 8g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 4.5g), 210mg sodium, 6g carbs, 2g sugar, 2g fiber, 3g Protein
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High Cholesterol at Applebee's
Well, steaks and ribs go hand in hand with cholesterol. Being their signature dish, it will be a challenge to find low-calorie, healthy food for those concerned with their cholesterol levels. However, you can always opt for their salads and other light foods to keep the cholesterol in check.
Foods to Avoid at Applebee's for High Cholesterol
If you have high cholesterol, then you must avoid eating sandwiches, wraps, and tacos at Applebee's. While the salads and soups sound healthy, you must skip the Fiesta Chopped Salad and Loaded Potato Soup at Applebee's. It is also advised to dodge the Three Cheese Chicken Penne and Chicken Fajita Rollup. Any main meal with over 100mg cholesterol is not idle for someone with high cholesterol. So, skip those items at Applebee's.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Applebee's
House Salad
Nutritional Facts: 120 calories, 6g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 2.5g), 200mg sodium, 12g carbs, 4g sugar, 2g fiber, 6g Protein
Mixed Green Salad
Nutritional Facts: 70 calories, 2g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 105mg sodium, 11g carbs, 4g sugar, 2g fiber, 2g Protein
Portsmouth Clam Chowder
Nutritional Facts: 160 calories, 7g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 5g), 530mg sodium, 18g carbs, 4g sugar, 2g fiber, 5g Protein
Fire-Grilled Veggies Side
Nutritional Facts: 150 calories, 12g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 4.5g), 410mg sodium, 9g carbs, 6g sugar, 3g fiber, 2g Protein
Garlicky Green Beans Side
Nutritional Facts: 180 calories, 14g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 7g), 310mg sodium, 11g carbs, 2g sugar, 4g fiber, 3g Protein
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Nutritional Facts: 130 calories, 6g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 1g), 320mg sodium, 17g carbs, 2g sugar, 2g fiber, 2g Protein
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Q & A on Applebee's
What time does Applebee's half price appetizers start?
Applebee's restaurant has launched the late-night happy hour where some of the listed appetizers are sold at half price. The offer is available at most of the Applebee's locations where one can enjoy the offer after 9 pm on weekdays and after 10 pm on weekends.
What time is the happy hour at Applebee's?
Applebee's Happy Hour Monday starts from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Apples Late Night Happy Hour Monday starts from 9:00 PM until midnight.
What can a vegan and Vegetarian eat at Applebee's?
There are almost no vegan option and sparse vegetarian option at Applebee's. If you are a vegan ask for steamed vegetables, baked potato, salads, or fried vegetables without butter. There are certain vegan dressings you can try to make your salad tastier.
What are the opening and closing timing at Applebee's?
Applebee's Restaurant operational hours on weekdays (Monday through Thursday) and Sundays start from 11 am until midnight. While on Fridays and Saturdays, the restaurant remains open until 1 am. The timing may vary as per the location.
Does Applebee's remain close on holidays?
Applebee's remain closed on many holidays, but it may vary as per the location of the restaurant. For holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving, the restaurant remains closed throughout the USA.
How to find the nearest Applebee's Restaurant?
Today Applebee's is located on 135+ locations in the USA and growing. The restaurant is famous for its lip-smacking ribs and steaks, seafood and fried chicken wings. There are healthier salads and sides for people who are health conscious. If you want to find nearest Applebee's restaurant in your area, just go through the Restaurant Listing Directory to find one.
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About Applebee's
Applebee is an American full-service restaurant brand popularly known for its signature Riblets. Applebee was conceptualized in 1980 by Bill and TJ Palmer in Atlanta, Georgia. At first, the restaurant was named T.J. Applebee's RX for Edibles and Elixirs. After the concept was acquired by W.R. Grace and Company, the restaurant was renamed as Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar. Later the company and the Applebee's concept changed hands with Abe Gustin and John Hamra who started the first Applebee's franchise restaurant in Kansas City.
Later in 2007, IHOP Corp. now known as DineEquity, Inc. acquired Applebee's and began their journey together to make Applebee's the world's largest full-service restaurant chain. Today, Applebee's serves at more than 1,830 locations worldwide. The Applebee's menu ranges from Appetizers and Salads to heavy meals consisting of ribs and steak. Although the trademark dish Riblets is a hot favorite among regular Applebee's dwellers, the restaurant also serves some amazing burgers, sandwiches, pasta, and salads.
Healthy Food Options at Applebee's
When a restaurant serves ribs as their main dish, then you can assume the diet-friendliness of their menu. Well, Applebee's is no different. However, you can dig deeper into their menu and pick some good healthy food options for sure. You can try the salads, light sandwiches, appetizers to ensure you don't order heavy items, etc. If you are really diet conscious, then you got to be careful with their steaks & ribs as well as desserts section.
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Address :
1751 Saint Charles Ave
New Orleans, LA, 70130 - Phone (504) 525-9131
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Opening Hours
- Mon :6:00 am - 6:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Breakfast
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Christopher W.
Was in a pinch for breakfast and please u was near my job so I ordered the classic western omelette with hash browns and a biscuit. Well I was very dissatisfied as the eggs had black specks was from an unclean grill, the veggies were still stiff and not cooked all the way and the hash browns were atrocious. This place even has some of the worst biscuits I have ever had. If I were not super hungry I would have thrown the whole hot mess in the trash. They did give me an extra biscuit but as bad as it was that didn't help the fact that it was one of the worst breakfasts Ive ever ordered. Next time I am ordering from the near by St. Charles Tavern.
(2)Dan G.
My hotel was near this place so I hadn't planned on eating here. I got the gumbo and the muffuletta. They were both delicious. Nice people there. It is a greasy spoon type place. I would go again. If I lived here I would frequent this place.
(5)Krystl A.
Normally, I would go to The Camelia Grille or Trolley Stop but stopped here instead. Love the breakfast which was a great value. Also, the conversation with my waitress and the owner was great too. I will stop anytime I am in town from now on. Wish I knew beforehand about this place.
(4)Daryl P.
As far as diners go, you will not find one in the city that does as good a job as The Please-U. I've been coming here for years and I can honestly say that it is my favorite breakfast spot in town. Although some might find its menu items unrefined, I find it quite comforting to have a simple American breakfast without all the bells and whistles. Besides, if you're looking for something along the lines of a duck confit corn muffin with yucca pancakes, try just about every other breakfast place in the city, not here. Along with having an unpretentious menu, affordable prices and extremely prompt service it seems that Pleas-u does "diner" better than any other diner in the area. So don't say that I didn't warn you when they say that they are all out of unpasteurized artisanal cheeses for your free-range eggs benedict w/ baby bok choi.
(5)Claudia S.
Great yummy breakfast if u are not looking for a fancy place to eat. The place looks like a diner. So very outdated. But great food.
(4)Christina S.
A old time luncheonette. A place where the locals go. We came here for breakfast on our last day in New Orleans. Great coffee, delicious eggs and ham with 2 hotcakes. Service was friendly and quick. They do lunch too. We will be back when in Nola.
(5)Cara Y.
Casual corner dive. Good food. Steak and eggs, omelettes, and the best pancakes. No wait and great coffee. Go to the restroom! Kids loved seeing the kitchen. Best of all, great service. Nice people make the food taste better!
(5)John G.
Dank eggs for breakfast. Smiles abound, some toothless. Bad news. Closed Sundays. ヾ(ï¼ ãƒ¼ï¼ )ノ
(5)Jerrel T.
Great diner food. Staff is awesome and friendly. I remember back before I even moved to NOLA, I was guided and basically had different dishes explained, other restaurants I should check out and what events I should go to. Now, when I show up here, I get myself a gumbo or sandwich and enjoy my food and atmosphere.
(4)Charles H.
"WHAT IS THE AUTHENTIC NEW ORLEANS?" has been a very active forum on NOLA.com this week. It started as a sort of guide for newbies but devolved into a diatribe by many transplants that their romanticized HBO version of "Treme" was gone. Personally I don't remember it ever existing, but I do know that outside of the bourgey Pontchy-Ex grid, in the old neighborhoods of Gentilly, Mid City and Uptown, generational traditions still flourish. PROBABLY THE BEST DINER IN TOWN The Please-U is the epitome of "before the storm" normalcy. It's basic diner food done well. Even their chicken tenders (with waffles and sausage cream gravy for dipping baby!) rival our best wingeries. The formica surfaces and yellowed oak seating are much more "real" than any café below Lee Circle. And the prices (almost no menu item is over $8) are cheaper than a silly designer juice at Satsuma. AND SHE CALLED ME "SWEETIE" which could up prolific Yelper "3-Star Shannon S's" rating on this unassuming relic, hun...
(5)Michael B.
A time capsule of a down-home New Orleans diner. My Dad used to take me to find breakfast when I had no school. Expect to be called, "sweetie," and don't hesitate to say it right back.
(5)Lucia K.
Everything I had there so far was very good and the prices for the amount of food you are getting are very hard to beat. They even have a delivery!!!
(5)Ryan M.
Came in for the western omelet with hash browns, however upon canvassing the lunch specials menu, i found a very hard to pass up chicken - fried steak with potatoes for $8.25. So I said, 'why the hell not'? So that, accompanied with green beans and a side salad came up to $9.27 after tax. Scoring a meal for under ten dollars anywhere these days is a rare occurrence for me. Inside definitely feels like a diner, but I will say, things were smelling pretty good. Could have been that i was athirst for nourishment, but the nose rarely confuses. Got everything back to my house and it was all very good, I was rather pleased with the meal. These days, I'm not much into eating until I feel pot-belly-full; the portions were adequate of that desire as well. The chicken was not super crispy like most chicken-fried steaks, but I'll say that's the case because I drove it from St. Charles Ave to Mid City, still good tho. I also asked for white gravy and got brown, but it didn't kill the deal. I think I'll be back for that western omelet tho. I'm glad I finally came here, I'll be seeing them soon.
(3)David B.
My lady and I stopped by here after the Saint Patrick's Day Parade as it wasn't too busy and looked inviting. It took awhile for someone to take our order but we are willing to let that slide as the food was so good! My lady absolutely loved the muffuletta and her Greek salad, plus my club sandwich and chicken tenders were really good too! The atmosphere is like an old diner, with a laid-back feel and an assortment of menu items ranging from breakfast (served all day!) to staples of the region such as Po'Boy sandwiches. It was a delicious meal and one we would recommend others try!
(5)Marielle S.
I would say a solid three stars for this place. I really liked the food, for the most part. I ordered two eggs over easy with bacon, hash browns and toast. It was really good and the staff was super friendly and attentive. I gotta say, the coffee is garbage. I'm sorry, but there's just no other way to put it. It had such a bad aftertaste, it almost felt like it was coating my tongue. Also, they butter the toast, which I don't really like, but if I go back I'll be sure to ask for the toast unbuttered. Now for the complaints. First of all, I walked in and the place smelled like wet dog. I have no idea why, but it did. The restaurant doesn't feel overly clean and the shelves holding the knick knacks were noticeably dusty. The worst was probably the fact that I had to walk through the kitchen to get to the bathroom. This normally wouldn't be a HUGE deal, but it's tight quarters and walking through a kitchen with hot griddles and grills and stoves and ovens all going at once made me a bit nervous that I was going to bump into something. Also, I just don't like the idea of customers being able to tromp through where my food is being prepared. I guess I'm just weird like that. They serve breakfast and lunch, so you can get poboys and burgers here. It's a pretty typical diner type of place. I probably won't go back. St. Charles Tavern is still my #1 choice for breakfast on the Avenue.
(3)Cristy C.
BREAKFAST REVIEW: Eh, ordered eggs and ham, which came with hashbrowns and toast. My eggs were super runny, which is why I always order "over-easy" to avoid just that. The hashbrowns are not traditional - they are mushed potatoes. Nothing wrong with that, just thought it would be an FYI fact. They were pretty good. The ham was very greasy, but tasty once I dabbed it with my napkin. Chocolate milk yummy as always. I'll be back if I have no where else to go, but I wouldn't recommend it.
(2)Ronathan W.
Yes Indeed! I had the chicken and waffles...praise be to the king!!!! Chicken tenders were on point; and the waffle is probably the best in town! Customer service and wait staff were great...absolutely no conplaints! Definitely will be sure to visit this place again whenever I find myself looking for a quick bite uptown.
(5)Yelena K.
Plain, no-frills, greasy spoon. So greasy that the bathroom is in the kitchen. The decor is sticky too, but don't let that deter you from eating here. The po-boys are delicious and huge. The seafood on it is piping hot and flaky fresh. I had shrimp and my friend had catfish. Amazing!!! The size of these things make me ashamed to admit that we ate them all up. Onion rings were to die for - fresh cut onions, fried to golden perfection. Ask for a side of gravy, douse your sandwich in hot sauce and prepare for a trip to the heavens. Other patrons were eating eggs, dirty rice, I saw rotisserie chicken and fish fry. Everything is just straight up good.
(4)Robert L.
Awesome food for a great price. So good my wife and I order to go food and hasn't finished what we had. ... Just wanted some for later. Total satisfaction 4 people full plus to go orders and under $60. Ask me that's awesome.
(5)John L. H.
Please - U is an old school diner. I love old school diners. I have driven down St. Charles Avenue an untold number of times in my life. On several occasions I noticed this place, but immediately discounted it because of the funny name and outward appearance. As the years passed and I finally learned about not judging a book by its cover, I reconsidered my initial impression. I lucked out and found a parking spot directly in front, but I would not count on that being available. If you come, use caution parking in the Walgreen's lot on the corner as they advertise towing non-customers. I was in a breakfast mood so I ordered the western omelet and hash browns. Their version of the western omelet was pretty good. The eggs formed a thin shell and were filled with a good amount of ham, cheese and vegetables. They definitely did not skimp on fillings. Oftentimes when the eggs form a thin shell you can end up with the perfect ratio of egg to stuffing and that maximizes tastiness. There is a mathematical formula if you're some sort of math nerd, but I just know it when I see it. Their version had the thin shell of eggs, but the ratio was slightly off. It was a very good omelet, but my quest for the perfect ratio will continue. I really enjoyed my trip to Please-U. If you have a hankering for a traditional diner and want a good omelet, I encourage you to check them out.
(4)Jeff G.
In town for a convention. One of our group found this place on on the first morning of the four days of our trip and told us about the breakfast and the service. The next day, six of our group went in for breakfast. The food and service were beyond our expectations, so we went back the next morning. Our waitress not only remembered what we had the previous day, but our names as well. If you like good, plentiful down-home food, you will enjoy this place. Don't expect much on the atmosphere, as this place is as original as the day it opened several decades ago. We are going back one more time this morning, the third time in three days. The Please-U truly lives up to its name.
(5)Tal T.
Please U pleased us so much we ate here THREE times during our New Orleans vacation. It's simple, cheap, and delicious. I think perhaps people should understand the terms "diner" and "greasy spoon" before walking in, and understand that is exactly what they're going to get at Please U. The biscuits are the bomb-dot-com especially with sausage gravy ladled atop. I was cheating on my mostly veggie diet while on vacation, so I tried most of their choices for sausage and let me tell you, the links are the way to go without a doubt. The cooks know how to prepare eggs to your liking, the grits are creamy and delicious, and the coffee is piping hot. Our waitress was a hoot. In fact, she's one of the reasons we kept coming back. Her smile was contagious and she was more than willing to take some time chatting with these tourists to share what she loves about her home town. I wish I could remember her name! Bottom Line: Excellent diner with great prices and attentive service. No-brainer if you're in the lower garden.
(4)Angie T.
This diner's name cracks me up. I was a little skeptical about eating here because of it, actually. Thank goodness I ignored my general hesitation and just went with it because it is great! Inside is what I can only think to describe as a "divey diner" because it's very dated and not very aesthetically pleasing. That really doesn't bother me as long as the food is good and the food here was great and the service is prompt and friendly. I had a fried shrimp poboy once and a ham and cheese omelette with hash browns and toast on another visit. The poboy was really good and was piled high with shrimp. The omelette was wonderful and again piled high with the fillings. The chef is very generous. Both were under $10. Awesome! Here's to you, Please U! You did, in fact, please me. :)
(4)Dominique M.
I greatly appreciated the patience of our order taker.. My family and I made the mistake of placing our orders in the line to go, but meaning to eat there. She was very polite and got us our good in acceptable time. It was very busy and sort of confusing whether to just sit or wait to be seated.. One recommendation would be to have a sign outside for tourists saying the lines are got to go orders and payment and to seat yourself. I'll be dining there again!
(4)Rotanda Y.
The food was un believable! It started off with awesome coffee. I cant find words to describe.
(5)Erik M.
Most reviews are pretty accurate. The food is good and the atmosphere is entertaining. The restaurant is pretty much a run down diner where nothing has been updated in years, that includes the staff and regulars. Everyone was really friendly, no one minded telling everyone their opinions and the service was good. My wife ordered an oyster po-boy, I had a shrimp po-boy and we split an order of onion rings. Everything was delicious and you can tell everything was made to order. We enjoyed eating our sandwiches while listening to the a waitress and a regular gab on about the state of our society today.
(4)David G.
Being from New York I can appreciate some good diner food and Please U did not disappoint. Had the eggplant parigiana and it was very good. Good prices and good food everytime I come. All you expect from a Greek diner
(4)Jenna M.
My mom and I came here for breakfast. I had eggs, toast, bacon and toast she had an omelette. We were both pleased with our meals. We haven't found many other places in New Orleans where we could eat for under $10 each. The coffee wasn't very good and they forgot our water but I would definitely come back.
(4)Amy K.
This is the best shrimp Po Boy I have ever had in my life. Huge Po Boy's with shrimp over flowing. Staff is friendly.
(4)Sheri C.
I went to the Trolley Stop for a greasy breakfast after a late night involving copious amounts of liquor. The line and wait was disgustingly long, so I tried Please-U. the good: - the food. i ordered 2 eggs over easy w/hashbrowns, ham, and toast. the hashbrowns were real potatoes. i was kind of craving the sliced kind, but these were good. not as crispy as i would have liked but still GOOD! - the service. my server was super sweet and came to check on me several times. - the price. all my food was only $6.48! holy crap - for all that food? shoooot. what could be better: - when i walked in, the smell hit me first. not a BAD smell, just a smell that told me a renovation (i know, expensive) or a deep clean would be fantastic. Clearly the good outweighs the bad, so i will return. The Trolley Stop is good, but the Please-U restaurant is ALSO just as great!
(4)Clarice O.
I was excited to go to this place. My friend told me that he knows of a hole-in-the-wall place that serves oyster omelette, which he said was amazing. I like NOLA hole-in-the-wall places, I like oysters, and I like omelettes. So being the shameless girl that I am, I made sure my friend took me here (e.g."You're busy? But I'm only here once in a while! Don't be an inhospitable brute!"). Please-U-Restaurant is not exactly a well-appointed kind of place. The decor is...what decor? But in New Orleans, I find that this sometimes adds to the experience and/or the food. The waitresses were very nice and talked to us about the Running of the Bulls that was happening at that time. We promptly ordered the oyster omelettes I've heard so much about. Well, they didn't look pretty. Some of the best food I've had were not exactly gorgeous, so I didn't let that deter me from digging in. The verdict? It was...disappointing. The eggs were overcooked and the oysters -- which seemed like they were out of a can -- were barely warm. It seemed like they just put the oysters on top of the egg before folding it in and taking it off the skillet. I don't know what I was expecting about oyster omelettes, but that certainly was not it. I would be willing to give this place another try simply for the charming waitresses. But if I ever do, I would be steering clear of the oyster omelette.
(3)Mat I.
I went in and it wasn't busy so super fast service. Greek omelet cooked very nicely and plenty of stuff inside. A pile of hashbrowns and a cup of coffee to wash it down. I was very satisfied with my meal and will be returning
(4)Marek W.
Good food, friendly staff, low prices. Nothing fancy but enjoyed the meal there. Would come back there again if around.
(5)Darlene R.
Can you say greasy. Yikes. The food was drenched in butter. Yucky. I don't like butter with everything. I f o like to taste the food sometimes.
(1)John R.
This was the best breakfast we had during our entire 2 week road trip! We ended up coming back the next morning on our way out of town for more! It has cheap prices and a LARGE variety. My wife had the gyro omelet the first day and loved the combination of ingredients. She had the Western omelet the second day and again, was delicious. I had the simple french toast meal both days and it was consistently delicious. Our meal without drinks was less than $15 both days! Yes, the decor is WAY outdated, but hey, it's a hole in the wall place with good food for cheap prices. I definitely wasn't complaining. The staff here was beyond friendly and joked around with us a bit which was nice.
(5)Tim B.
Best diner I've been to in a long time. Had breakfast and lunch here during a summer visit to beloved New Orleans, and they sure did PleaseMe.
(5)Carol S.
We had breakfast here. I had an omelette and asked for cheese on it. They added some kind of sliced, processed cheese, not real cheese. The omelette was ok, but I couldn't eat the potatoes. They just tasted funky. The waitress forgot my toast, and when I reminded her several minutes later, she brought me the cold, hard toast that was originally toasted. My husband's pancakes were a little over cooked. The waitress was friendly but slow. We won't go back.
(2)Indecisive O.
Totally go here for all day breakfast or the biggest po boy (by far!) I've seen my whole time in New Orleans. This little diner is very unassuming from the outside. I have a penchant for greasy spoons, but I was actually on my way to a "higher class" place for brunch when the flooding-in locals made me think again. Good thing, too. Turns out everybody at Please U is a local and a regular. The waitresses (Stephanie is great) know the neighborhood people by name. I went for the Greek omelette, which was stuffed with tender gyro and big blasts of feta. Awesome. The grits were done right and not high-falutin'. For my waistline's sake, I opted out of the biscuits, but the looked huge and golden and fluffy. Looking over the menu, I love that this place has elements of Cajun and southern and Greek and Italian and even Jewish. The guy next to me got the shrimp po boy, which must have been 16 inches long and 5 inches high. Now I have to go back for lunch! Everything on the menu is like $5-8, and the $7 po boys come with a mountain of a side - definitely two or three meals.
(5)Adamandios S.
Enjoyed the Greek salad with the delicious grilled chicken, one of my very favorites around town. Another of my favorites is the shrimp and oyster poboy with some French fries and gravy. Absolutely Love the atmosphere at please u which is right off st Charles avenue.
(4)Stephen M.
The ultimate Greasy Spoon! It is walking distance from my condo in the Garden District. I've never had a bad meal here! The catfish is awesome, as are the omelettes. If you leave hungry, it's your fault!
(5)Josh F.
Can't beat this place for the price. If you're looking for an affordable breakfast that is also delicious, this is the place to go. The oyster omelette, Greek omelette and biscuits and gravy are delicious. The food is served quickly. This is the type of place that you would expect to find our in the country with the service to match. It's excellent.
(4)samantha m.
delicious!!! Cannot go wrong here. Plenty of delicious food and it's super cheap. Get a Shrimp omelette with home fries and their amazing biscuits.
(5)Melissa L.
I don't know why this place gets so high marks. Or why people say that they love going there. Imagine a run down old cafe where people clearly used to smoke but don't anymore. And this is what you will find at Please-U. My husband was convinced that this place was going to be great becuase of the reviews, so we went in so he could get the oyster omelet. I ordered the red beans and rice. When the omelet came, it was clear to us that they had used canned oysters.. the water/juice of the canned oysters was running down the sides of the over done eggs. So disgusting. The red beans and rice were okay. I was served a salad before my red beans and rice. The iceberg lettuce was yellow, wilted and looked old. It is not something I would ever consider serving/eating, but I am from California, so maybe that's why I am being snotty about the lettuce? Either way, the food was not good at all.. The waitresses was nice. She tired really hard to make small talk and was attentive. So this is the only reason that this place is even getting a star. We tried to eat what we could and hurried out of there. We will never be returning to this place again. And recommend you do not go here.
(1)Jamie M.
The food was delicious but the delivery service was awful. They told me 20 minutes and it ended up taking around an hour. I had to call to ask what the hold up was. Once the delivery driver got to my house he didn't even have a pen for me to sign the receipt. I don't understand why a delivery driver wouldn't have a pen, I shouldn't have to go into my house to get one.
(3)Kathy W.
I sure wish we had been directed here on our first day in New Orleans instead of our last! It was a little late and a little warm when we ended up at Please U, but we got a fantastic breakfast and the air conditioner turned right on for us. We were at the Trolley Stop, which was closer to our hotel, but left when the owner wouldn't even acknowledge our request to turn on the air conditioner. We enjoyed our breakfast here, much more than at the Trolley Stop (we ate there earlier in the week) and not just because of the cool air. The food was excellent, especially enjoyed the smoked sausage, biscuits and coffee. The staff was super nice. If you have to go an extra couple of blocks, bypassing the Trolley Stop to make it to Please U, it's worth the extra steps!
(4)Jeremy B.
I love this town. It's been a good 13 years since I lived here, and I'd forgotten this spot, somehow. You know, one of those dingy spots where the wait staff calls you baby, the coffee is constant, and the interior (and menu board) hasn't changed since the 70's. And why the hell should it? This is why I come back! Not to relive those nights blacking out in the quarter, or revisit the fancy grand old spots like Commander's, etc. This place was my breakfast joint, greasy spoon, bottomless cup, when I needed a place to study or gather my thoughts, or eat a trout poboy and have enough coffee to resurrect my sorry ass. This is what I miss, more than high concept modern creole, and far more than the rash of exotic taco & house made pickle bars that are quickly turning the American restaurant scene into a homogenous bore. Someday I'll figure out exactly what puts the soul in "soul food"; but this place has it. Chicken & waffles--no need for gloppy gravy; you're in Crystal country, so fire away, or you won't get it. Maybe I'm crazy, deluded, and sentimental, but some things just aren't meant to be "elevated" and priced accordingly. Please U is one of those spots where you can still come to find those things, and it will be a sad day when they, in their original, humble forms, become extinct.
(4)Mark R.
Old and a bit worn out dive, with fast and friendly service and really good food. Try the Greek omelette, get the grits and biscuits, and don't be afraid to ask for substitutions.
(5)Don B.
If I could give zero stars I would. Service was slow and it wasn't busy. Order came out missing food. Place was disgustingly filthy. And the food....bland and super greasy.
(1)Michael L.
Great place to get a diner plate lunch like meatloaf, jambalaya and poboys. Real cooked food not processed foods.No fancy but good food fast.
(4)Sarah D.
Cheapest mom n pop breakfast place uptown for sure. The fam is Mediterranean so they always have specials like homemade moussaka on the menu. The gyro omelette is my fave because of the super fresh mild feta. Don't expect fancy here but don't let that deter you. The staff is legit family and real sweet.
(5)Mark H.
The service was friendly in this little dive even right before closing time. The game hen was delicious, and so were the black eyed peas. The dressing wasn't my style. Prices very reasonable! Down home hole in the wall charm.
(4)Carlito C.
Cheap and delicious! Chicken and waffles and the poboys are amazing.
(5)Jim R.
Nothing fancy about this place, just the old-fashioned tried-and-true and yummy. Great omelets, great biscuits, great coffee, and friendly staff... can't beat it.
(5)Daniel J.
Just reading these reviews has my taste buds screaming for more! This place is totally legit! They will fill that hole in your stomach with all sorts of goodness! We had the chicken and waffles and something we took a chance on, a burger patty with mashed potatoes and gravy. You have to understand that this was the second morning into our first new orleans experience, two 4am+ party nights and forcing ourselves to make the touristy spots during the day. This, along with the overly lack of vegetables in this town, left the length of our digestion tracts feeling like they were sandblasted and left out in the sun. It does help to ask the locals where to eat cause we probably wouldn't have gone here otherwise, but if you find yourself along St. Charles trolley line and need a miracle life injection, come here! First, the staff provides the ambiance, they are all of your favorite things about the people of this city all working in one place. They are fast and are good at what they do. The Chicken strips and Waffle, was the real deal! This is what all should strive for when creating this dish, the chicken was moist and the breading was crispy yet flaky, with a hint of pepper and spice. The Waffle, no joke, took up the whole plate and was made fresh! Not going to ding them on the syrup (so so), I'm more picky than others, but it did not detract from me eating the entire plate. The Hamburger patty and mashed potatoes, seemed in theory that it would have been a bad choice but necessary for my wife's ailing stomach. We are so glad we took a chance on this one, it wasn't a dried up patty with breakfast gravy over mashed potatoes, it was a recipe original with what can best be described as half meatloaf, half juiciest well done burger I have ever tasted, I really don't see how they got that much meat, peppers, and I assume minced unicorn and fairy meat, cooked that well, with that color, and texture, and absolutely no burning or grease puddles underneath, a huge thumbs up to their experienced chefs! Then next to that, was very tasty heaping pile of mashed potatoes, not too creamy, not too thick or chunky, perfect! And smothering these two was a dark brown gravy that I kept dipping my chicken strips into, this was the bomb, not sure what it was or what was in it, didn't care, it was so good. Kind of a mix between a thick au jus and salisbury steak gravy, without being too salty. All in all I wished we had eaten here every morning, all the other patrons had amazing looking dishes. We were all over that town through the week and kicked ourselves every time we were disappointed with another breakfast joint we went for not coming back here. Plus they do deliver! So give them a try, do your stomach a service and leave the restaurant experiments for lunch and dinner, knowing that you can get some real food in the morning.
(5)Janet E.
We had no idea what to expect when we walked in. The lady at the front desk of our hotel had recommended this place to us because we wanted some New Orleans seafood. She said this place had good seafood so we took her word for it. The place looks old like a diner should. There weren't a lot of patrons when we arrived but we decided to cop a squat at one of the booths and hoped for the best. We didn't want to judge a book by its cover. Thankfully we stayed because the food was delicious! We got fried oyster and shrimp. Our first meal in New Orleans and we were not disappointed. The meal came with a side salad as well and all for the price of $7.95. Incredible! Something like this in Chicago would have cost twice as much! Service was so friendly here too. I would definitely come back!
(4)Dan M.
Quietly one of the best cheap breakfast places in the city. Reminds me a lot if the Greek diners I grew up with in the Northeast. Also, LAMB OMELETS!
(5)Shannon S.
This is an old diner style restaurant with a NOLA spin and a dash of Greek. You can get breakfast and lunch here most of the day. They have one side of the menu dedicated to their lunch offerings and the other side is their breakfast. You have a lot of choices here and there should be something on the menu to satisfy almost anybody. They also are very fast here and typically get your food out to you within a matter of minutes. It's got the old dive ambiance that we love in NOLA and I like sitting at the counter. The menu and food probably haven't changed in years which has its good points and bad points to various folks tastes. This is a solid choice if you're in the mood for a quick meal at a fair price in a diner type setting. Before Katrina this was a 24 hour establishment but unfortunately, like so many other businesses, they haven't returned to that schedule. The only real disappointment I get here is waitresses don't call me "love, darling, sweetheart, or honey" like they do at other NOLA joints like this.
(3)Michelle D.
The Greek omelete and biscuits and gravy are awesome!
(5)Frank B.
Great new Orleans dinner , food WAs good, not greasy at all, friendly staff if ur in the garden district Check it out. Plenty of other places for bfast in the city, there is nothing to special here
(3)Rene D.
This local venue is a great throwback to the neighborhood diner of yesteryear, only...it's still vital to the neighborhood! The morning I visited, it was something I hadn't experienced in quite a while: regulars who looked forward to seeing each other, a gathering of retirees savoring their French Market coffee and discussing current events. I had an artery-clogging breakfast of 2 eggs over easy, Patton's hot sausage, and for me, a rarity - two pancakes. The pancakes were a little tough, but I don't care for a lot of syrup. The eggs were so light and not greasy, and even the hot sausage wasn't the oily deluge Patton's creates. My server was friendly and even when she forgot items it was lightening fast. Including juice, coffee, and tax my total was less than $9.00. Check it out some morning when you call in sick. Take the paper, & enjoy the day with a simple, satisfying meal served with a smile.
(4)Michael S.
I just finished a wet dressed Roast Beef Po' Boy sandwich and it was magnificent. Yes the place in the inside is a throwback to the 50's, but the food is totally on point. I now know why the people of New Orleans make such a big deal about these Po' Boy sandwiches....because they are a great deal.
(4)Audrey W.
The gyro omelet is amazing and makes the somewhat poor service bearable. Don't get the sausage gravy as it is extremely bland.
(3)Arik X.
The Please U has always been one of my first stops in New Orleans. The waitresses are perfectly polite. The food is some of the cheapest standard New Orleans restaurant fare one can find. Most main plates are between 6 and 8 dollars and are well worth it being tasty and filled with go power. The decor is a wonderful diner style that complements the greasy spoon nature of the place. Thanks for being here after all these years!
(5)Laura L.
I make it a point to stop in this little diner every time I go to New Orleans. I wish there were places like this in Chicago - the prices, the food, the neighborhood folk make this a truly authentic New Orleans joint. It's also super easy to get to via the streetcar if you're in the area since it's on St. Charles :) That being said - no, don't come here if you wanna be wowed by the decor. This place is delicious, home style New Orleans food served by good New Orleans people and that's it. Go on down the street and pay triple the price for food that would never be up to even 1 compared to the 5 star food they have here. If you need another reason to go other than the food - well, I absolutely love the owners, Nick and Helen (fellow Greeks :) ). Nick's had the restaurant for over 30 years in the family and even worked in the kitchen himself when he first came over from Greece in his 20s. He knows every recipe you can think of and his shrimp and corn chowder.. oh man, it's the best I've ever had. I could go on and on about how lovely this place is - just go and check it out yourself. I mean, there's a reason it's been around since 1946 right?
(5)Randy S.
What to do when there is a tropical storm out? Head to breakfast of course! That's just what my weekend breakfast trick and I did...whilst Lee was trying to unleash his fury on us. No frills, diner motif, tv blaring hurricane updates, owner talking loudly in Greek (?) on the phone for the duration of our stay, plus good food. Plentiful and cheap! I ordered two breakfast plates (was planning on taking half home for lunch)... First the pancakes and sausage was just like Mom used to cook. Really big and tasty pancakes...but my favorite was the Greek omelet....OMG this is fabulous! Stuffed full of feta and gyro meat...highly recommended! Service was friendly and pretty good. I'll be back...!
(4)Amanda K.
I am appalled by this place, I can't believe people are giving this dump great reviews or even going back. Just use the bathroom, which is located in the back of the kitchen before you order and you can decide whether you still want to be "Pleased". The health department really needs to pay this place a visit. My hair and clothes carried the stench from that place all day! I'm not sure where the photos came from on this place, but the food that I ate looked nothing like them, not even close!
(1)Jessica C.
This place is a diner in every sense of the word. Really bleak on the inside and really bland food. Definitely wouldnt go back. We had the fried chicken and it was worse than fast food fried chicken.
(3)John D.
This place is not pretty. Imagine any 50s diner, and then imagine it a little worse looking. That is Please-U. But, don't let that keep you from going in. The food here is very good, with the oyster omelet being a star. Also notable is the stewed chicken with greens. Prices are low, very low. Almost fast food low (why would anyone eat fast food in NOLA?). Note: no dinner service. They roll up the sidewalk here around 5pm and call it a day.
(3)Perrey L.
This was one of the first places I went when I moved to New Orleans a few years ago, and I absolutely love it to this day. This place is all about tradition. It is an unpretentious hole in the wall which has obviously had the same staff for its thirty or more years in business. The decor is amazing- faded posters of Greece (the owners are Greek), Gyros, a few ancient Mardi Gras and Jazzfest promo pieces, torn vinyl upholstery on the booths: just basically pure magic. I usually get an omelette when I go, shrimp or oyster normally. The omelettes are gargantuan and come with a side of grits or hashbrowns. Of course, the hashbrowns are of the home made, giant hunks with skin on, sauteed with onion variety. So yum. Everything comes with toast or biscuits, which are also perfect. The coffee is wonderful and it keeps coming. Other great meals I've had there: the oyster po-boy is among the best in the city, my son likes to get the steak plate (under $10), the burgers are delicious, and the mufaletta is quintessentially good on some of the best bread I have ever had. Note also that a couple can eat here for under $20 easy. As far as New Orleans breakfasts go, this place is among the best. There's never a line like the overrated Magnolia Grill, the service is fast (if not the friendliest), the food is cheap, and the portions often allow you to take home almost half of your order (if you're into that sort of thing).
(5)M L.
My very first meal on the very first evening of my very first visit to NOLA - and I dug it. I was just tooling around with no map, no GPS, no recommendations, not knowing a single soul - following my nose. Then I noticed they sold Po Boys and more; so I parked & went in. It's a REAL funky spot, so anyone who needs a safe/corporate/chain experience - move on. That stuff is the opposite of what I love - non-corporate places that are actually unique to wherever I'm visiting are the gold, baby. It was nearing closing time, so maybe that would explain how slow it was; there was a blend of black & white clientele, plus a very tall/skinny/blonde tranny in short dress and tall heels. Ah, NOLA... To visit the loo, you have to walk through the small kitchen to an even smaller "bathroom." Interesting... I had a Muffulleta and some butter beans, both great. Here's the Wikipedia entry on this sandwich: A traditional muffuletta consists of one muffuletta loaf, split horizontally. The loaf is then covered with a marinated olive salad, then layers of capicola, salami, mortadella, emmentaler, and provolone. The sandwich is sometimes heated through to soften the provolone.[2] The size of the muffuletta is enough to feed more than one person, and many stores sell quarter or half-muffulettas. The olive salad consists primarily of olives, along with celery, cauliflower and carrot, found in a jar of Giardiniera. The ingredients are combined, seasonings, such as oregano and garlic, are added, covered in olive oil and allowed to combine for at least 24 hours. Prepared olive salad for muffulettas can also be bought by the jar.
(4)Todd S.
Solid inexpensive breakfast. Went here based on the reviews and was not disappointed. The bacon was thick, flavorful and crispy. I hate thin limp bacon. I loved this bacon. I had to beat my son to get him to stop eating my bacon. Pancakes were above-average: didn't blow me away, but yummy nevertheless. Wife had a Greek omelette which was creative - lots of feta, onions, olives, artichokes but surprise: gyro meat. First time on that front but really good. The biscuits were clearly homemade and very good. Solid crumbly and hot. Table needs sorghum and honey - one small disappointment. Biscuits and sausage gravy was ok but a little thinner than I like. Coffee is not gourmet but tasty and dark. I'll be back despite the place's stupid name.
(4)Mkhana S.
Just had breakfast here this morning, after scooping Tropical Storm Lee flood water out of my car...and the $7 eggs, ham and french toast hit the spot! Our waitress was quick and efficient, and we all loved our breakfast choices (bfast is served ALL day). It's a great place to go if you need a hole-in-the-wall with affordable prices!
(4)Karen P.
Another great spot for breakfast! No frills, quick in and out service, cheap prices. Very hospitable wait staff, they seem to know several of the regulars and makes you feel at home. I should've went back for lunch, but sooooo many other places to eat... Go if you can, for any meal.
(4)Julia M.
Favorite place for breakfast hands down. Great friendly, fast service. Never am I disappointed.
(5)Alexios M.
Sausage egg and cheese biscuits are the platonic ideal of sausage egg and cheese biscuits. In a neighborhood with ample tourist traps, Please U lives up to their billing.
(4)T M.
everytime in n.o i go here a minimum of 2xs. The food is so good and the prices are unbeatable. Example: seafood platter comes w catfish, crab cake, shrimp, fried oysters, fries, and toast for $11 and some change. It also comes with a salad before the meal. If you dont stop by this place you are missing out
(5)Allen D.
This was my first visit. The food was great! I had the Greek omelet, and highly recommend it. Will definitely return!
(5)Gary S.
OMG AWESOME PO BOY! Veritable pile of fried oysters and shrimp on what was basically an entire crusty French bread roll, (two huge halves) for $9! Friendly staff, classic hole in the wall diner atmosphere, about as legit as it gets.
(5)Kelly W.
A hole in the wall you'll want to visit again and again. Found Please U on Yelp and decided to visit during my trip to New Orleans. We had wonderful waffles and the best biscuits. Walked out spending $12 for breakfast. Friendly staff and delicious food. Locals all around!
(4)Ben P.
Free newspapers for breakfast reading.
(4)Alec B.
Food's just decent, but the price is right. This is the great American diner baby. And I don't think it's going anywhere fast.
(4)Nathan M.
Please-U is a hole in the wall place with a classic diner feel to it and a small, but very quick and friendly staff. It is another go-to breakfast spot on St. Charles right off of the street car line. I normally have a varied pallet, but the first time I went in the Greek Omelet caught my eye and it has been my number one choice ever since. It is an interesting, but delicious mix of classic American breakfast food (hash browns or grits and biscuits and eggs) with shaved lamb, feta cheese, sauteed onions and tomatoes. It will fill you up and take it easy on the wallet.
(4)Marc W.
I can only review this place for one item. Soft shell crab po-boys. They are great. Dont be fooled by the drabby exterior. Although the inside is very diner like and lot all that much to look at, the food is great and very core New Orleans. It is the only thing that I have ordered in close to 20 years.
(4)Mardi C.
price wise? this place is a winner. nothing fancy decor wise. daily specials are very local minded, and wonderful. order anything greek here? and you will be really happy. The gyro's? killer... greek omelet? killer.... basic, good food, with great prices. they also deliver, and have a quick turnaround. I highly recommend this to anyone on a budget, or not on a budget. its stand up.... again.... order the gyro's....
(4)Kenneth W.
This little diner has the best homestyle breakfast you can ask for in the Garden District. If you miss being able to get any variation of classic breakfast items, then this is the spot.
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