Poor House Bistro Menu

Looking for a great spot to enjoy a hearty meal in San Jose? The Poor House Bistro Menu offers something for everyone, whether you're in the mood for a cozy bite or something more filling. Nestled at 317 Sharks Wy, this charming bistro blends comfort with flavor, featuring a variety of dishes that highlight fresh, local ingredients. From mouth-watering appetizers to satisfying entrees, each dish is crafted with care to provide a satisfying experience.

If you’re here for a casual lunch or a night out, the menu won’t disappoint. You can dig into their signature comfort foods, including delicious burgers, savory seafood, and vibrant salads. Their selection of craft beers and hand-crafted cocktails is the perfect way to complement any meal. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or enjoying a leisurely evening, Poor House Bistro makes it easy to unwind and savor great food.

Charbroiler

Boca Burger
Tofu patty dressed with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, and onion (order without mayo for Vegan). Served with Cajun Potato Salad, Creole Slaw or French Fries. *Other optional sides may have an additional costs
US$18.00
Andouille Sausage
dressed with creole slaw and served with your choice of creole slaw, potato salad, or french fries. (Other side options available for additional charge.)
US$18.00
Turkey Burger
Turkey patty with mayo, mustard, tomato, lettuce, and onion. Served with Cajun Potato Salad, Creole Slaw or French Fries. *some optional side may have additional costs.
US$18.00
Grilled Chicken
with mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Served with a side of Cajun Potato Salad, Creole Slaw, or French Fries. *Other side options are available for an additional cost.
US$18.00
Burger
1/4 lb. angus chuck burger with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Served with Cajun Potato Salad, Creole Slaw or French Fries. *other optional sides may have additional costs.
US$18.00

Phb Specialties

Fried Seafood Platter
Shrimp, oysters and catfish. Served with choice of two sides: creole slaw, cajun potato salad, or french fries. *Other optional side may have additional costs.
US$31.00
Red Beans & Rice
Simmered with ham hock, served with corn bread with andouille sausage (without corn bread Gluten Free)
US$21.00
Crawfish Pasta
Crawfish tail meat sautéed in a creole cream, served over fussili pasta. Served with toasted bread.
US$29.00
New Orleans Combo
Sample of Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, Jambalaya, and Red Beans and Rice served with a corn bread muffin and butter.
US$27.00
Jambalaya
Classic New Orleans rice dish with smoked andouille (pork) sausage and chicken simmered in a tomato based creole sauce.
US$21.00
BBQ Shrimp Platter
Easy-peel sauteed shrimp in a "spicy" and tangy New Orleans BBQ sauce, served with dippin' bread.
US$29.00
Blackened Chicken & Tasso Pasta
Blackened chicken and tasso (cured spicy ham) in a cream sauce over fussili pasta. Served with toasted bread.
US$25.00

Po Boys & Sandwiches

Whole Classic Muffaletta
Served Cold or Hot. A New Orleans Specialty Served on Italian 9" Round Bread. Salami, ham, mortadella, provolone and olive salad mix.
US$39.00
Half Classic Muffaletta
Served Cold or Hot. A New Orleans Specialty Served on Italian 9" Round Bread. Salami, ham, mortadella, provolone and olive salad mix.
US$21.00
The Drippin's
Shredded roast beef drenched in au jus served on a New Orleans style French roll and dressed with shredded cabbage, tomatoes, pickles, and creole mustard.
US$19.00
Half Vegetarian Muffaletta
Served Cold or Hot. A New Orleans Specialty Served on Italian 9" Round Bread. Provolone cheese and olive salad (without cheese Vegan)
US$19.00
BBQ Chicken
Shredded chicken in a spicy and tangy New Orleans sauce served on a New Orleans style French roll. Topped with Shredded cabbage, tomatoes, and pickles.
US$17.00
Roast Beef
Sliced roast beed served on a New Orleans style French roll and topped with mayo, creole mustard, shredded cabbage, pickles, and tomatoes.
US$17.00
Fried Catfish
Fried Catfish on a New Orleans style French roll topped with homemade tartar sauce, shredded cabbage, and pickles.
US$18.00
Baked Ham
Sliced ham served on a New Orleans style French roll topped with mayo, creole mustard, cabbage, tomatoes, and pickles.
US$17.00
Cochon De Lait
Slow roasted pork served on a New Orleans style French roll dressed with creole mustard, mayo, shredded cabbage, pickles, and tomatoes.
US$19.00
Fried Shrimp
Fried shrimp served on a New Orleans style French roll with homemade remoulade sauce and topped with cabbage and pickles.
US$21.00
Fried Oyster
Fried Oysters on a New Orleans style French roll with homemade tartar sauce and topped with cabbage and pickles.
US$20.00
Whole Vegetarian Muffaletta
Served Cold or Hot. A New Orleans Specialty Served on Italian 9" Round Bread. Provolone cheese and olive salad (without cheese Vegan)
US$35.00
The Poor House
Ham, Roast Beef, Beef Drippins on a New Orleans style french roll dressed with shredded cabbage, pickles, tomatoes, creole mustard and mayo
US$21.00
BBQ Shrimp Po Boy
Sautéed shrimp in a spicy and tangy New Orleans sauce on a New Orleans style French roll and topped with cabbage, tomatoes, and pickles.
US$21.00

Sweets

Sweet Potato French Fries
Sprinkled with cinnamon sugar vegan
US$11.00
Beignets
3 freshly-made donuts, served warm, sprinkled with powdered sugar
US$13.00
Bread Pudding
With New Orleans praline sauce "big enough to share"
US$15.00

Soup & Salads

Shrimp Gumbo
Savory "New Orleans" soup made daily and topped with rice.
US$11.00
Poor House Salad
Mixed greens, chopped apples, candied pecans and crumbled blue cheese with homemade balsamic vinaigrette (without blue cheese Vegan)
US$14.00
Cajun Popcorn Salad
Popcorn shrimp served on mixed greens with homemade remoulade sauce.
US$21.00
Caesar Salad
Chopped romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, homemade croutons with caesar dressing.
US$11.00
Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
Savory "New Orleans soup" made daily and topped with rice.
US$11.00
Garden Salad
Mixed greens, garden vegetables and homemade croutons with your choice of dressing (with balsamic vinaigrette Vegan)
US$9.00

Kids Menu

Chicken Tenders
Served with French Fries
US$15.00
Corn Dog
Served with French Fries
US$15.00
Grilled Cheese
Served with French Fries
US$15.00

Beverages

Bottled Water
US$4.00
Iced Tea
US$6.00
Apple Juice
US$5.00

Sides

Fried Oyster (1)
US$6.00
Cup Red Beans & Rice
Gluten-free
US$8.00
Cajun Potato Salad
Gluten-free.
US$7.00
Jambalaya Cup
Gluten-free
US$10.00
Creole Slaw
Gluten-free.
US$7.00

Starters

French Fries
Fresh-cut potatoes lightly seasoned
US$7.00
Corn Bread
Homemade and served with butter.
US$8.00
Cajun Fries
Fresh-cut potatoes lightly seasoned
US$8.00
Catfish Basket
Fried mississippi catfish coasted with corn meal mixed with herds and spices and fried. served with homemade tartar sauce
US$17.00
Cajun Popcorn
Tender shrimp corn meal coated with herbs and spices and fried. Served with remoulade sauce.
US$19.00
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