Poor House Bistro

Its just okay.. the seafood was honestly not that good and gumbo could've been better. the crawfish pasta was better heated up with chili oil/hot sauce though

I recently had the opportunity to try your restaurant's offerings, and while some dishes like the jambalaya and crawfish pasta were passable, they lacked the robust Cajun flavors that truly make Creole cuisine shine. On the other hand, the veggie burger was quite disappointing, with a dry and tasteless profile that left much to be desired.Cajun seasoned fries were the best and will try again. As a suggestion for improvement, I believe enhancing the seasoning and flavors in your dishes, particularly by incorporating more authentic Cajun spices and techniques, could greatly elevate the dining experience. Additionally, ensuring that vegetarian options like the veggie burger are well-prepared and flavorful would cater to a wider range of palates. Overall, I see great potential in your menu, and with some adjustments to better reflect the vibrant and flavorful aspects of Creole cuisine, I believe you could truly stand out in the culinary scene.

I've wanted to visit PHB for a while and got the opportunity tonight. It was worth the wait. We went early at 4pm and there wasn't a crowd. We ordered the combo with jambalaya, gumbo and red beans and rice. Great way to sample. Our kids shared the drippin sandwich and said it was melting in their mouths. We started with popcorn shrimp and finished with beignets. The staff is super friendly and the atmosphere is quaint and cozy.

Excellent Cajun/Creole restaurant (the best in the area IMO). My favorite is the Poor House Poor Boy sandwich. The daily specials are always worth a look. They also occasionally have live music and event celebrations. Indoor seating inside of a historic house and lots of outdoor seating too. Close to the SJ arena, so a good pre/event spot.

I had not been since they moved to the new location.It is a busy area close to SAP but the same warm, 🤗 ng spirit with a great music. We saw Jinx Jones Americana, Rockabilly/blues. Very fun.

The pianist they had playing live music was really nice and the chicken and waffles was pretty decent too, not the biggest fan of bussing your table yourself especially for the price but if that doesn't bother you then go right ahead

Nice cozy shaded seat outside patio with a great sounding band was my favorite part. I got the andoullie sausage . Nice flavor and fries were crispy. Cashier was friendly. I went before the evening rush. I'll be back 😊

Poor House Bistro has been a favorite of mine for a very long time. I always enjoyed their food in their old location and I'm happy to report that the same delicious menu is available in their new location in the heart of Little Italy. They picked that house up and moved it to the new location. It's so fun to see the interior that I remember. Picked up food on Good Friday. Fried shrimp Po-Boys and Grilled Shrimp Po-Boys. We also ordered the sweet potato fries which are tossed with cinnamon sugar so they're on the sweet side rather than savory. No trip to Poor House Bistro is complete without authentic beignets so we got some! I'm famous for over ordering so we added an order of their bread pudding and I have no regrets! That sauce on the bread pudding is to die for! This was a takeout order and everything was packed up perfectly for transportation and arrived at my house in great condition. I do highly suggest that you eat the food at the restaurant because fresher is always better and the vibe is a cool vibe. They have live music on one side of the house in a covered patio area. They also have a lot of outdoor dining space with umbrellas and a lot of ambiance. Parking is still difficult but people find a way. If you work for the County of Santa Clara and have a "C" sticker, park at the Julian offices and walk across the street. I can't wait for summer and some live music to go with some great food! 5/21/2025 UPDATE! Pro Tip: if you DO work for the County of Santa Clara, show them your badge and you get a 10% discount on your order!! 💲 Second: if you're going to order ahead, the website will direct you to doordash to pay. If you're picking up your food. Doordash, we'll process the order and then promptly refund the money, not placing the order. Your transaction receipt at the end and if the last entry shows a refund, give Poorhouse Bistro a call on the phone and let them know you would like to order. They'll get it ready for you and you can pay when you get there. Best Customer Service EVER! 😁