Gumbo at Dooky Chase's airport location in New Orleans

Gumbo at Dooky Chase's airport location in New Orleans

The last time we spent Thanksgiving in New Orleans, we enjoyed the brunch at Dooky Chase's. When we had to fly back home, we noticed there is a new, second location at the Louis Armstrong airport. Turns out this is about as good as any airport food you are likely to have. 

Be sure to check out my review of the brunch at the original Dooky Chase's location.

Okra, greens, and green beans

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Bargain Po Boys at Captain Sal's Seafood and Chicken in New Orleans

Looking for a bargain on a tasty po boy in New Orleans? Then be sure to stop by Captain Sal's on St. Claude in Bywater. You get your second po boy for half price. And these sandwiches are big, too. Each one is cooked to order so plan on waiting a few minutes for your grub.

There's also chicken, seafood, and Chinese at Captain Sal's. We're going to try them the next time we're in town.

The day we were there, the place got busy as soon as the door opened up. Lots of people were picking up po boys to go (probably for the Saints game later that day).

Check out the menu on Captain Sal's web site.

If you're on the other side of town, be sure to check out the roast beef, firecracker shrimp, and catfish po boys at Parasol's.

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Crab at R & M's Boiling Point in New Iberia, Louisiana

If you're out in the Acadian bayou near the Tabasco Tour on Avery Island, be sure to stop in for fresh boiled (or fried) seafood at R & M's Boiling Point in New Iberia, Louisiana. They've got crab, crawfish, catfish, shrimp, frog legs, and po boys too. They are super friendly so you will have a great time along with delicious food.

Messy hands after eating all that crab?
The sinks are right in the dining room!

Grab some seasoning so you can get the R&M taste on your crab at home.
They also sell Swamp Dust for a crawfish boil.

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Best Fish and Chips in Portland

Wondering where to find the best fish & chips in Portland, Oregon?

Here's my review of the Top 5 Fish and Chips restaurants and food trucks in Portland.

The full order of fish and chips at The Moon and Sixpence Pub is exactly that -- a plate-spanning piece of cod fried to perfection. Great pub atmosphere with a long list of beers. Enjoy a walk through Portland's Hollywood district after your meal. Read my full review of The Moon and Sixpence Pub.

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Angry Crab Melt at The Grilled Cheese and Crab Cake Company

Angry Crab Melt at The Grilled Cheese and Crab Cake Co. near Atlantic City

Both my daughter and I had crab cakes last week in Baltimore at Jimmy's, and we were ready for more since we found ourselves back on the Atlantic coastline. Read my review of the grilled cheese crab cake sandwiches at The Grilled Cheese and Crab Cake Company near Atlantic City as seen on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives with Guy Fieri after the break.

Crab Cakes Benedict at Jimmy's Famous Seafood

My daughter and I enjoyed a walk around Baltimore's Little Italy, and afterwards it was time for lunch. We werere in Baltimore, so we had to try the seafood. Read my review of the Crab Cakes Benedict at Jimmy's Famous Seafood in Baltimore as seen on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives after the break.

Fried Oyster Salad at Tubby's Tank House

Up close with the Fried Oyster Salad at Tubby's Tank House

I really enjoy seafood over a salad, like a crab salad. So when I saw the fried oyster house salad at Tubby's Tank House, I had to try it. Ready my review of the Fried Oyster Salad at Tubby's Tank House in Thunderbolt (near Savannah), Georgia after the break.

Fried Catfish in a Truck Stop at Buff's Cafe

Fried catfish, hushpuppies and onion rings at Buff's Cafe in New Roads, Louisiana

After a morning exploring downtown Baton Rouge and picking up a tip to take the Natchez Trace Parkway from Larry at TeachPreachPaint (be sure to check out his wonderful paintings), I crossed back over the Mississippi River to the small town of New Roads where the list of best eats on Urbanspoon tipped me off to a restaurant in a gas station. Read my full review of the fried catfish at Buff's Cafe and seafood restaurant in New Roads, Louisiana.

Fried Shrimp Loaded Potato at Cou-Yon's Cajun Bar-B-Q

Fried shrimp loaded potato at Cou-Yon's in Port Allen (across the Mississippi River from Baton Rouge)

I walked into this barbecue joint in Port Allen (across the Mississippi from Baton Rouge) and said I didn't feel like barbecue. What?? Hey, I just had the worst BBQ in Texas last night at Rudy's, so I asked the nice lady at the counter what else did she suggest. She said they also have seafood (and lots of it). I was a little dazed after the hot drive through the bayou, and she could tell from the blank look on my face that I still couldn't decide what to get. She said, "Get the loaded potato. It's got fried shrimp on it. You'll love it. That's what I always get." But how is a potato supposed to be dinner? The other lady at the counter laughed and said, "Don't worry -- it will fill you up." Find out how I liked the loaded potato in my review of Cou-Yon's Cajun Bar-B-Q in Port Allen after the break.

Crab Boil at The Crab Pot

It was my family's last night in Seattle, and we wanted to end our wonderful week in the Emerald City with a memorable dinner. So what if our pick was a little on the touristy side? Sometimes the tourist places are the most fun. Read my review of the crab boil at The Crab Pot in Seattle after the break.

Fin's Market and Grill in Roseville (near Sacramento)

Fish and chips at Fin's Market and Grill in Roseville

I was in town visiting friends and they suggested we try the fresh seafood at Fin's Market and Grill in Roseville, California (just outside of Sacramento). Read my full review with more pictures after the break.

Frying Fish & Chips at The Frying Scotsman in Portland

The Frying Scotsman is a food trailer in a downtown Portland food pod as seen on Eat Street. There's just one guy with a Scottish accent in there, and he's frying up fresh fish and chips. And it doesn't get any fresher than this -- your fried fish is dumped directly from the fryer into your to-go box. There's no intermediate stop at a draining station. See more pictures after the break.

Fish & Chips at The Fishwife Seafood Restaurant in Portland

In the Northwest Portland neighborhood of Portsmouth is The Fishwife Seafood Restaurant, a place to get your fish & chips prepared any way you like. Read my full review with pictures after the break.

Healthier Fish & Chips at Corbett Fish House in Portland

Fish & chips breaded in brown rice flour is probably a little healthier for you than traditional battered fish & chips, but does it taste good? Find out in my full review of Corbett's Fish House in Portland after the break.

Breakfast Torta at Oscar's Mexican Seafood in San Diego's Pacific Beach

Oscar's Mexican Seafood in San Diego's Pacific Beach

Seafood at 8:00 in the morning? Why not? Read my full review with pictures of Oscar's Mexican Seafood in San Diego's Pacific Beach after the jump.

99 Cent Fish Tacos at TJ Oyster Bar in San Diego

Smoked tuna and fish tacos at TJ Oyster Bar in San Diego, CA

Awesome cooked-to-order fish tacos for only 99 cents??? How is that possible? And WHERE is that possible? Read my review with pictures of TJ Oyster Bar in San Diego after the jump!

Seafood and clam chowder lunch at Sam's Chowder House in Half Moon Bay

Sam's Chowder House in Half Moon Bay, California

We took a big group to Sam's Chowder House for lunch. Read my full review with pictures after the break.

Duarte's Tavern in Pescadero, CA as seen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on Food Network

Duarte's Tavern in Pescadero, CA as seen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on Food Network

My review and photos of Duarte's Tavern in Pescadero, CA as seen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on Food Network. Artichoke soup, crab cioppino, Olallieberry pie, and great service! Full review and pictures after the break...

Fisherman’s Market in Eugene, OR

Fisherman's Market in Eugene, Oregon at night

Fisherman's Market is a seafood market and a dine-in restaurant serving fresh fish and tasty fried dishes, as seen on the "Fresh Fish and Funky Chicken" episode s21e12 of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.