Poor Boys in Kingston upon Thames

Really good service, incredible food, big portions and really good amount of choice. Not cheap but worth every penny!

Love coming here! The food is beyond amazing and service is top! Big up Masie for making us feel welcome!

Lovely staff excellent atmosphere

Amazing place and you can see why the hype is there. The meat platter was an insane amount but my favourite was the jalapeno poppers!!

OMG! One of my favorite places in UK. Try the beef brisket donuts, you will never forget them

Guilty food but Oh-so-good! Good portion sizes and totally delicious! Unfortunately cannot book in advance of sometimes have to queue, but worth it.

Food portions are huge, so it’s good value for money. Tasty, but be clear what you’re getting in for - food is deep fried, too salty, too sweet, borderline sickening. Poor ventilation, very stuffy and rather foul and off putting smell inside. If you like fast food and are very hungry you may enjoy it. If you want to feel refreshed, I suggest find somewhere else.

Food is great, for me the ribs and brisket in particular. May seem pricey but portions are good. Eat in would be the best way to enjoy the food but there is always a long wait, hence dropped 2 stars. I suggest the owners to benchmark online queuing tools so the people would walk around and shop instead of waiting in the cold/rain. An example would be Flat Iron’s.

They have amazing food and the serving is really large for just 1 person!

Went there on a lunchtime. There was a small queue outside which moved reasonably quickly. We were greeted by an incredibly friendly, helpful waiter who was attentive throughout. Food came out and was larger than expected - not a bad thing! Beef brisket and chicken wings were especially good, as were the dips - Cajun Mayo in particular. Would definitely go back and try some of the other dishes next time.

amazing waiters food is amazing and very filling always have some too take back

Food and milkshake were amazing! Thank you to Arla who waited on us, super kind and cheerful. We will deffo be coming back!

Looks great on TikTok if you try the entire menu. We had brisket po boy beef dry. Looked oven baked rather than smoked. Kids enjoyed the pop corn chicken. Proper flavour. Wife had chicken and Mac. The Mac was massive and technically not Mac as they use twisty pasta, there was also a lot of pasta and wet Mac sauce. Tasted good first 4 mouthfuls. If I were to go again I’d prob try some of the gimmicky bits. £100 for 4 one course and 4 drinks 😂

Popped in for an impromptu dinner and was not disappointed. A warm welcome and recommendations on what to eat that didn’t disappoint. Delicious,comforting and tasty. So much food it fed us for lunch the next day too:

The food was so delicious I went with my friends and we got served by Charlie, super nice and friendly. The shrimp was so crispy and delicious and the fries were amazing.

Made a trip to poor boys after seeing the food on their tictok channel.... Didn't disappoint. Bikers.... so "parked very close", not sure how easy it would be by car.... Little wait to get seated, quick service, good food, lovely staff. Sat outside loads of little flies and pigeons, so see why people waited for the inside tables. Dread to think of what it's like in the summer. The timed halogen/ir heaters over tables a great touch made the whole experience more enjoyable. Loved it, I know above i've mentioned some things may seem negative. But common sense says you're gonna get flies and pigeons around food outside... If it was local to me, I would undoubtedly be a regular will be going back at some.point

Was excited to come here as a recommendation and with a friend that had been here before, I think we just caught a bad day. Never complain and don’t usually write reviews but wanted to mention some points I thought would help others. I ordered the ‘ice cream float’ for the price I expected more than a plastic disposable coffee cup and the ice cream was all mixed into the drink - that’s not what an ice cream float is and it was tiny, I was actually embarrassed receiving it as thought it was a joke. Doesn’t come in the cups advertised and no ice cream on top or someone just couldn’t be bothered that day. Also the shrimp po boy was so soggy it was a mess and had to use a knife and fork. Service was very average, seems a chore to ask for anything. We would like to go back and order something different and hope it was a one off that day

Aria was so so lovey! great service and a lovely girl! we came for valentines and the food was incredible! cannot wait to have the leftovers later :)

Absolutely loved Poor Boys! The food is tasty, flavorful and the portion sizes are generous. The New Orleans inspired menu brought a unique and delicious twist that really stood out. Great atmosphere and excellent service too! We’ll definitely be back for more! Highly recommend!

Be mindful that you cannot book and you will almost always have to queue but this spot is well worth the wait once you are in. On one occasion I sat outside in light rain to get my munch on! Food is incredible, portions are incredibly generous too so be careful not to over order. Been three times and will definitely be going back. Decent service too - all the waiters and waitresses have a big smile on their face which never goes amiss.

Be prepared for lots of exchanges of wow with each bite, the food here is delicious and the surf sharer was devoured by me and 3 others, all was so good but the Cajun prawns were something else. We wanted it as a starter but we could not manage anything after, they don't scrimp on anything here, quality and quantity is excellent, you will be back, as I will because I need some more dishes. Special mention to the lovely Charlie, fantastic waiter who knew everything about all the diahes, great recommendations and such a breath of fresh air to speak to someone happy in their role and a genuinely, friendly nice person. Hope to see you again soon Charlie and well done Poor Boys 🤌

Recommend the beef brisket doughnuts 🤤

Would recommend poor boys to everyone best food

Poor boys have cracked the formula of southern food with high turn over of guests. Everything is served in containers you could take away, and there is enough menu overlap that you are not waiting too long for food. This is great if you over order and want to take your food home, and must save on washing up! We were seated upstairs, which is not as buzzing as the downstairs part of the restaurant. Tables pretty sticky. Frozen cocktails good and stay seriously cold. Enjoyed the shrimp po boy and brisket dirty boy. Husband demolished the fried pickles! Picking different sauces for your food is always fun. I'm sure we will be back at some point.

Food and service is amazing ! Forgot my bag at the restaurant and our very kind server looked after it until the next day. Food is amazing and high quality, especially the shrimp. Wish the ranch was a bit more ranchy (like wingstop ranch). Other than that, cant fault it ! Would be great if they could offer some lobster dishes too ;) Thank you Poor Boys !

Was it good? Yes. Was the service good? Absolutely. Would I wait that long in a queue again? Probably not

Excellent food good service, think I would have liked the option of a plate and prosecco or wine from a bottle.

Poor Boys Restaurant definitely lives up to the hype when it comes to food. The portions were incredibly generous, and the dishes were bursting with lovely, complex flavours. It's clear the chefs put a lot of care into their food, and I was thoroughly impressed with the quality. The staff were also very friendly and welcoming, which added to the overall positive atmosphere. However, there's one significant factor that unfortunately dampened the experience: the wait. We had to queue outside for a full 90 minutes in the cold, which was a real test of endurance. While the food was ultimately worth it, that long of a wait, especially in unpleasant weather, is a major deterrent. If Poor Boys could find a way to manage their queues more efficiently, it would significantly improve the dining experience. As it stands, be prepared to brave the elements if you're planning a visit, especially during peak hours.

Big portions, excellent service, great vibes

An Unforgettable Feast – 10/10! Went to Poor Boys with my partner on Saturday the 1st, and wow—this place exceeded all our expectations! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was buzzing, the service was top-tier, and the food… absolutely next level. We both ordered the beef brisket, which was melt-in-your-mouth tender and packed with rich, smoky flavor. My partner had the mac and cheese, and I went with the chips—both were an easy 10/10. The southern slaw? Another flawless 10/10. And then came the brisket doughnuts—hot, tasty, and simply mind-blowing! The onion rings were golden, crispy perfection. A special shoutout to RENZ, who was not only an amazing server but just an all-around great guy. His energy and hospitality made the experience even better. Poor Boys, you amazed us! If you haven’t been here yet, don’t wait—this place is incredible! Highly, highly recommend. 10/10!

Worth the wait in Queue. Amazing staffs and even more amazing food. Haven’t had anything like the Texan in my life. Big portions which I couldn’t finish so took it home to eat later

Best best best place I have been to for a while. Location: beautiful spot near the water, though a cute alleyway, you can also sit outside where they have heating system Venue: it’s a small place however it gives cosy vibes Service: we had to call someone at first but then as soon as we got served it was good service Food: we had the surf and turn platter and honestly we couldn’t believe our eyes there was so much fooooooood. And the foood was super tasty. It is a mix of fry ups and salad at the bottom with pickles very nice. My all time fav is the corn ribs 😍😍 Drinks : they don’t have hot drinks, milkshakes were nice personally I didn’t like the vanilla it tasted just like mix. But strawberry and Oreo was good and not too sweet Overall we had the best time here with good food and you can take away the food

Came here with my friends! We ended up ordering both starters and mains together… and we didn’t realise how BIG their portion sizes are!! By the end of the meal, we were in FOOD COMA 😋 Since we were so tired of eating, we had to takeaway the rest of it on the go!

Awesome, super tasty, flavourful. And the atmosphere is great. Enjoyable experience

Had seen this on social media and been wanting to go for ages. The food in the photos looks amazing so I was really looking forward to it. Once we got the food it was all heavily battered (more the you would see in a fish and chip shop). All the food tasted the same and was very bland. The only taste was overly used herbs. I was also really unhappy with the lack of sauce in the buns. In the photos they make it look like the food has lots of sauce but it was all dry and I couldn’t even taste the hot sauce on my chicken and it had little mayo. Also ordered the fried pickles which tasted nothing like pickles just bland batter. Considering the amount of people outside I really thought it would be good. We also had to get our own cutlery and our drinks were served in plastic cups and no plates for food.Taking into account the high prices it’s not worth it at all. Better off going to KFC.

Maria was very helpful and always around to take any orders so brilliant service. And food never disappoints, soooooo good.

We had a fantastic meal for our son's birthday. Service was great - really helpful with everything. Thank you.

Last year, I had the pleasure of visiting New Orleans and trying a Po'boy sandwich at a restaurant called Mother's. It was the most delicious sandwich I've ever had. Therefore, I anticipated a similar experience when I visited a restaurant called Poor Boys in Kingston, UK. Unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. I believe the restaurant's name is misleading, as the food did not reflect authentic New Orleans cuisine. The bread, meat, and overall flavors were not comparable to what I experienced in New Orleans. This is an honest review from someone familiar with genuine New Orleans food.

Brilliant food, great experience! We were served by Charlie who has outstanding customer service skills. He was very welcoming and pleasant to talk to. Please stop by if you’re in the area, solid 10/10 experience. You won’t regret it!

Banging,100%recomended we will be back to try more things for sure

Service with a smile and serenity are amongst the great qualities of a meal at Poor Boys!! it was a joy to nip in to the restaurant for a quick lunch while passing through, and be greeted and immediately seated by Milly, who was able to accommodate my needs for a non descript seating area in the vibrant restaurant for me to get on with my work and phone call with a friend. Charlie was especially cheerful and informative on the various menu options and the suitability of my choices for future visits, as well as the quick service from both the kitchen and Sergio's swift and precise service at the bar. Loved it before this visit and will absolutely be returning!

There’s a lady who works here who goes beyond to make sure you are well catered to and happy with your food! Give her a raise!

Excellent food. Been wanting to try here for a while and it did not disappoint. The beef short rib po boy…! Great service from Maria too who explained the menu and how it all worked.

Was there today and the food and the vibe are amazing and above all, the waitress Mateelda who was very lovely and welcoming

Food was incredible, atmosphere was amazing but the staff and especially Renz was incredible. What an asset to Poor boys he is. We were a large table celebrating a birthday yet, Renz was super friendly, organised our orders perfectly and clearly knew every item on the menu which was great for us 1st timers!. Massive thank you from us, and we will definitely be back. Thank you again Renz.

What an incredible restaurant!! Visited for lunch, sat upstairs was a little bit cramped but was very clean. Masie H served us and the customer service was brilliant. They couldn't do enough to help whenever we needed. Looking forward to seeing poorboys at wingfest this summer!

Had this place bookmarked due to the good reviews. Came around for dinner, portions are generous, I'd say 3 different menu items are more than enough for 2 people We were recommended the following: beef brisket donuts & mac & cheese balls. Also ordered the southern fried chicken dirty boy (comes with fries). I'd say out of the 3 things, the beef brisket donuts were the best by far and the most unique. The mac & cheese balls were pretty heavy but my boyfriend liked them. The southern fried chicken was okay but nothing mind blowing. The fries that came with it were too oily and soggy. The sauces were lovely, a good touch for each dish - had bourbon bbq, gravy mayo & Cajun mayo The service was lovely and the restaurant has a nice decor inside

The food was nice and the portions were big. Our experience was good but the queues are big at most times of the day and in all weathers.

The food is so delicious and love all the sauces! Our waiter was so lovely and friendly. The only downside is everything’s in takeaway dishes makes it awkward to eat

Absolutely worth all the hype. If you are near Kingston and you get the chance make the time to visit, you will not be disappointed

The food was so bland just all covered in the same oily batter that has no flavour whatsoever. The cocktails that come in a can were flat and had no fizz and my partners Diet Coke was flat as well. The seafood didn’t taste fresh and it had a bad smell to it so I’m assuming that was another sign of how unfresh it was. Everything was just gross tasting we left really disappointed after spending £70 for bland greasy food. The mac and cheese doesn’t taste cheesy at all, it’s not awful but I wouldn’t call it mac and cheese. The service was great I can’t fault the staff there. Ended up giving most of our food to the pigeons outside atleast they seemed to like it.

The most incredible food you will ever give your tastebuds the honour of enjoying. Truly a one of a kind spot. I think I’d marry the food if I could

Would gladly give the service more stars if I could. Would like to thank Alieah or Arria (I’m so sorry if I have got the spelling of your name wrong!) absolute fantastic waitress and advised on what sauces to have with our mains. A credit to the company. All the staff was extremely polite and friendly. Food was unreal, Couldn’t stop eating but even if you can’t finish it you can take it home with you. Glad we got to the restaurant at 11.30ss am to queue as come 11.45 the queue was massive even for the first week in January! A great experience all round and even more so considering it was mine and my friends first time….

Delicious food, especially the grilled and fried chicken, has that comfort feel about it!

Everything, 5* apart from Renz, who was a solid 10*. Brilliant service and amazing food. Thank you!!

It is a one of a kind resturant, my go to place for seafood. The taste is amazing, the staff is super friendly. I visit at least once a month. SEAFOOD SHARERS a must try.

Very disappointed. Ordered 2 x surf n turf , everything came out in Batter, really thick and crispy. Could not taste the fish, chicken . Only the beef was of seasoning. Very dry, no seasoning. Spent 150£ for 4 people.

I would not recommend dining at this establishment due to the poor service I experienced. The waiter was rude, and the service felt rushed, especially considering it was later in the day. I was forced to order quickly, which made the dining experience uncomfortable. Additionally, the chair was wobbly and dangerous, and the auto sphere was subpar. The food was not particularly good, averaging only mediocrity. It could have been better experienced had I received appropriate customer service.

This was a great find, excellent food, very reasonably priced and fantastic cocktails. Had a frozen long Island ice tea, Cajun fries and a shrimp po boy with Louisiana hot sauce. The bread was soft, the shrimp was crispy, the hot sauce was delicious and the Cajun fries were excellent. It all came very quickly, cooked fresh and the service was friendly and jovial.

The queue for the restaurant was 40 mins+, we returned a few hours later and the queue was just as long if not longer. However, it’s understandable given the restaurants popularity etc. We ended up taking away which had a 45 min wait for collection. When we opened our order, our Po boys were falling apart, the bottom part of the bun was completely soaked through, the Po boys look like they were made rushed and well before the collection time. All rather disappointing as we were really looking forward to our meal, and was the main reason we had gone to Kingston. Not sure if we’d return here again.

Loved it. There are no bookings, so you might have to wait to be seated, but we went on a Saturday evening and didn't queue at all. Firstly, let's not pretend this is anywhere near healthy. Its fried food served in bread with sauce, so those complaining that it's unhealthy clearly haven't understood the assignment. You choose you base - bread, fries, mac and cheese or salad, they choose your topping and finish with your sauce- the whole meal us pick and mix. We ordered 2 po boys, which is the bread version, one buttermilk chicken, and one prawn, which we shared with louisianna hot sauce and blue cheese on the side. Also added one portion of cajun fries to share. The portions are huge, so this was more than enough for 2 people - starters definitely not needed. The chicken sandwich had 4 large tenders in it, while the prawn version contained 8 massive sweet prawns. Each came with lettuce, tomato and gherkins (pickles) Both were super crispy, succulent, and truly delicious, served in a pillowy soft bun. The fries were crispy and spicy with a lovely dirty sauce over the top. All the food was fresh and really hot. Also had 2 pints of goose ipa. I wasn't a fan of the disposable food containers or plastic cups and think this needs addressing, but it makes it very easy for takeaway if you've got leftovers as they just bring you bags and lids and you can request a plate it you want to. There is upstairs seating, too, but it is a spiral staircase, so it's not suitable for everyone, but there is an accessible loo downstairs. I'm really not sure how people are spending £100+ for a meal for 2 unless they seriously over order, ours was a very reasonable £48 for the 2 sandwiches, fries and drinks including 12.5% service - mains are between £13 and £21 each depending on the filling/topping (the short rib is the most expensive with cauliflower being the cheapest), sides start at £4 for plain fries and the beers were £7 a pint. The platters easily serve 4 if not 6 people, so per person, it's really good value (less than £10 per person). I'll definitely return.

A couple months ago my friend and I came to poor boys and not only was the food fantastic, the service was amazing! Scarlet who was so sweet and lovely provided us with incredible service! <3

Great spot for barbecued meats, huge portions and great drinks

Charlie was absolutely amazing, so nice and friendly. Would be better if food is halal. More customers.

Food quality is always great. Can never fault poor boys. I’ve been multiple times and they never fail! Whether it’s takeaway or eat in.

The food was great ! The atmosphere was great ! Arla made the best recommendations. 10/10 would definitely recommend!!

The food was lovely and the waitress that served us was very kind, even let me keep the poor boys cup at the end!!

Arla was an amazing host, it’s been so long since I received hospitality like this. Working in this industry for 25+ years I must say you have a little gem in Arla.. This was a great way to spend my son’s 15th birthday..( party of 7 ) Great food also… Belly FULL😊… Not just a Instagram hype, taste better than it looks👌🏽 Will definitely come back🫡

This was my second time visiting, music really good nice atmosphere and service was amazing. I ordered the chicken sandwich but not fried by accident. Definitely recommend the southern po boy over the second one. The mac and cheese balls were really good (huge) and so were the Philly fries.

Oh dear lord have mercy, I need to go back. The food was so good and the service was great, annoyingly you can't book tables you have to queue, but it's worth it.

Great music followed by delicious food! I would definitely recommend this place.

10/10. Charlotte was lovely. Shall definitely be back!

Mediocre american food. Expensive for the quality. Not bad by any means but nothing special like the tik tok'ers say

As always, great food, good portions and friendly staff.

As an American, I felt like the food was good and the service was good. I would recommend trying it yourself to make a decision.

Dropped in for lunch, small wait que, but food was great.

Great food, you wont be disappointed. You also wont need to eat for a week afterwards!

Food was unreal. The brisket donuts are a big recommendation for sure. Staff were super friendly and welcoming. Defo a place to visit! The frozen cocktails are nice too!

Had to queue to get in despite arriving 5 mins after opening however well worth the wait. Service was very quick and portions size was good. Would definitely go again.

Once again poor boys overdeliver. Food was incredible, the short rib mac and cheese was a personal favourite. My only issue is the cajun seasoning seems to be on alot of different things leading them to taste similar. But the quality of the food is top notch.

Arla was so amazing, the service was great and the food was amazing as always.

Charlotte is a credit to the restaurant, best waitress I've had this year! The food is insane, thanks for having us

Thank you, will always come back here 😊 Thank you Natalie for being accommodating and friendly!

Queuing isn't that bad and it's so worth the wait. They give you umbrellas if it's raining and the queue goes down fairly fast. There was 5 of us waiting for a table inside for about 30 minutes. We got the meat sharer and a main each and a few sides and had so much food. The frozen cocktails are unreal too. I will 100% be going back for more. The shortrib dirty boy was so tasty and the chicken in the meat sharer is incredible.

Food is absolutely delicious. I would have given 5 stars but they really let themselves down with single use cups and serving boxes. Come on poor boys, be better than that.

Really lovely food and Charlie as a host is a gem! Super friendly and very accommodating.

You can pick anything on this menu and it will be delicious, the service is fun and friendly and the restaurant provides a type of cuisine you can’t get much in London.

Was told kitchen closes at 9 sucks. And it says on their website closes at 10

The sharer platter is easily shareable by 4 people. Huge portions. A bit too many deep fried options. Beef donuts, chicken,fries and corn ribs quite delicious plus the milkshakes are good

Big shout out to Isaias for giving us such great service! The food was amazing and we will definitely be returning. We got there at about 8:30pm on a Friday, and the queue was minimal 👍

Always a nice happy chilled vibe. Great portions, delicious food, and so uniquely different to all other local brands!

Average, and the fries below average

The place was quite small and there were a lot of tables. Shrimp was delicious, and the choices of how your food came weren't clever, but sadly, there were no disabled toilets

Amazing food, friendly staff and a great atmosphere.

Delicious food and amazing service. The lovely Arla took great care of us with great recommendations with the food. If you’re looking for tasty food with good portions Poor boys is a shout!

Great food but please stop with the plastic 🙏 the amount of waste is crazy, every drink comes in a plastic cup, two people dining tap water + couple of drinks means up to 6 single use cups per table. Even for dine in. Suggestions: Paper cups rather than plastic. Refills of drinks on the same cup…(like subway?) customers next to me ordered several soft drinks and it was a new plastic cup every time Stainless steel cups for all dine/in customers (like the ones for the shakes can be easily re-used) Jugs of water on tables for ease of refill Recycling is not enough…given 10% ends up in landfill…please do better Poorboys 🙏

Arla was the best possible staff member to serve us our food. Very friendly and very good vibes, polite and kind looking after me and my cousin. Its my birthday tomorrow and she made nice conversation, down to earth and the whole shabang. Food and cocktails was top tier as always. Defo coming back x

Jesus Christ! This place is a must go if you like your BBQ! I've been here twice already with coworkers, and they're all impressed with the quality of food. Just remember the portions are huge but don't worry, if you can't finish your dish, they'll give you a lid and bag to take it home. It's a must go! Trust me! It's worth the hour and 10 minutes commute to get to Kingston.

Totally worth a visit! Everyone goes away with a takeaway bag because the portions are insane. Such high quality and tasty food. Loved the options! Our server, Arla, was incredible. So friendly, helped guide us on what to order and was good fun. Would recommend!

Lovely Amelia gave us excellent service!! The food was amazing and the service was exceptional🤩