At 2533 Constance St in New Orleans’ Irish Channel, Parasol’s pairs a neighborhood bar with a kitchen known for po’boys. The roast beef and firecracker shrimp sandwiches are strong picks, with gravy fries, fried pickles and a hot muffuletta also on the menu. Inside, worn paneling and memorabilia give the bar an old-school feel; outdoor seating is available too. Come for a casual meal and a drink, but bring cash for food and aim for an off-peak visit if you want to avoid a wait.
A neighborhood bar since 1952
Parasol’s opened in 1952 and is in the Irish Channel, within the Garden District. The bar has long drawn neighborhood regulars, and its character is shaped by an old-fashioned interior: worn wooden paneling in pale green and walls hung with memorabilia.
The food area is separate from the bar at the front. There is also a dining area upstairs, as well as outdoor seating. You can settle in for a meal or stop at the bar for a drink; the setting is casual rather than formal.
Po’boys and bar food
Roast beef is a classic order here. The sandwich is served messy, with plenty of flavor, and the firecracker shrimp po’boy brings a spicy kick from shrimp coated in sauce. Oyster and shrimp versions are also available. Soft-shell crab is a seasonal option, so call ahead if that is what you have in mind.
For something beyond a po’boy, the muffuletta gets a hot, nontraditional treatment. It is topped with grilled prosciutto and includes ham, salami, Swiss cheese and olive salad. Fried pickles, onion rings and fries round out the bar-food choices. Gravy fries are another option if you want a side with more heft.
Planning your stop
Parasol’s works for a relaxed lunch or an evening meal with a drink. The menu is cash-only, so bring cash for the food. Busy periods can mean a wait, and going early or outside peak times is the practical choice if you are hungry and want to get seated sooner.
The bar serves beer, wine and cocktails, and its Bloody Mary is a notable choice. Dogs are allowed, and outdoor seating gives you the option to eat or drink outside. The atmosphere is informal, with sports on TV and space to linger over a meal.
Preguntas frecuentes
Is Parasol’s cash-only?
The food menu is cash-only, so bring cash to pay for your meal.
What should I order at Parasol’s?
Try the roast beef or firecracker shrimp po’boy. The hot muffuletta, gravy fries and fried pickles are other options.
Does Parasol’s have outdoor seating?
Yes. Outdoor seating is available, and dogs are allowed.
When should I visit Parasol’s to avoid a wait?
Go early or during off-peak hours, when waits for food are less likely.
