The seafood boat is not a po-boy, and it’s different from a seafood platter. It belongs to its own niche. It flies brazenly in the face of modern low-carb diets, but survives at a handful of eateries. It can kindle cravings in those with a nostalgic bent, and maybe event those who enjoy a little spectacle with their supper.
It's old fashioned oddity of New Orleans seafood tradition that persists at some neighborhood eateries. Here are a few places to find the boat:
Deanie’s on Hayne
7350 Hayne Blvd, New Orleans, 504-248-6700
Bistro Orleans
3216 W Esplanade Ave, Metairie, 504-304-1469; www.bistroorleansmetairie.com
Lakeview Burgers & Seafood
872 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, 504-486-4887
Kenner Seafood
3140 Loyola Dr, Kenner, 504-466-4701; www.kennerseafood.net
Morton’s Seafood
702 Water St, Madisonville, 985-845-4970; www.mortonsseafood.com