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Cold beer and a mountain of crawfish are all that matter when it is time to get messy.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating with walls covered in stickers and cool lights. Atmosphere ranges from chill to lively, attracting seafood lovers who enjoy Thai-style seafood boils and cold beer. Service includes practical touches like bibs and crab crackers to handle messy dishes.

Boiled crawfish come with mild garlic butter sauce and pair well with shrimp, Dungeness crab, potatoes, and corn in one bag. The seafood boils stand out for their freshness and flavorful seasoning.

Offers ice cold beer with a focus on Thai Beer. Prices include $4 beers making it affordable.

People are saying

"The seafood boil here is amazing and worth it."

"I found the crawfish boil here to be the most fire in LA."

"The beer here is ice cold and a must-have."

Good to know

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Parking is difficult near the restaurant, so consider taking an Uber.

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Expect long wait times, especially during peak hours.

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The restaurant closes early, so plan your visit accordingly.

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Seafood restaurant

Spacious seafood restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating and multiple TVs showing sports. The vibe is chill and friendly, often filled with nonstop Latin music that shapes the atmosphere. Unique features include plastic gloves for eating and a large 88-ounce beer stick.

Crawfish comes with a generous amount of meat. It appears in combos paired with snow crab, clams, and shrimp, offering a mix of seafood options.

Cold beer comes in a very large 88-ounce beer stick and is priced cheaply. Some beers are mislabeled to charge higher prices, which affects trust.

People are saying

"The food here was awesome and delicious."

"I thought the seafood boil was the best I'd ever tried."

"The crawfish here had a generous amount of meat."

Good to know

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Expect long wait times during peak hours due to understaffing.

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Happy Hour deals are available during the week with discounted prices.

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Parking is plentiful and easily accessible.

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Spacious restaurant with big TVs showing various sports and a full bar featuring Micheladas and margaritas. Atmosphere stays quiet and family-friendly with a vibrant vibe boosted by a DJ playing throwbacks. Seafood boils stand out with fresh, succulent shrimp and spicy sauces.

Freshness stands out with hot, never frozen crawfish served alongside shrimp and cajun crab. Plates combine these with lobster and mussels for a seafood mix.

Happy hour features $2 beers on both bottles and drafts from early to late afternoon. Staff occasionally offers extra beers on the house, adding to the value.

People are saying

"This seafood boil was the best I've ever had."

"The crawfish here are so fresh and perfectly seasoned."

"You can get draft beer for only two dollars during happy hour."

Good to know

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Happy hour offers $2 beers from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

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A 3-liter beer tower is available for $16 during happy hour.

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Expect no wait times during happy hour on Sundays.

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Neon lighting and live music create a lively, late-night atmosphere reminiscent of 1980s Tokyo streets and Chinese street nightlife. Spacious layout includes private rooms for groups, supporting both casual dinners and karaoke sessions. The vibe blends fun decor with energetic entertainment, making it a popular spot for social gatherings.

Seafood boils come with bursting flavor and are packed with sauce. Crawfish combos offer easy access to great meat.

An excellent beer tower features a house beer with a fun glowing light inside. A special happy hour offers buy 1 get 1 beer deals Monday through Thursday after 10pm.

People are saying

"The grilled seafood and skewers were amazing."

"The Tsingtao beer paired perfectly with the delicious lamb skewers."

"I thought the crawfish were delicious and beyond delightful."

Good to know

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Happy hour features $1 lamb skewers on weekdays from 4-6pm.

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BOGO beer specials are available during weeknights.

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Parking is ample and free for restaurant patrons.

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Cajun restaurant

Seafood boils arrive via a robotic waiter that interacts with guests and adds a playful touch. The space features fun, comforting decor with metal crab accents and fish lighting, creating a friendly, energetic vibe. Tables come prepared with bibs and gloves, emphasizing a hands-on dining experience.

Freshness stands out with fresh crawfish and shrimp that come perfectly seasoned. A side of Cajun spice adds authentic Louisiana flavor to the boil.

Big-screen TVs and a well-appointed bar create an inviting atmosphere. Happy hour offers $5 IPAs on tap, including Stone and a double IPA that pairs well with food.

People are saying

"The seafood here, especially the crab, tasted so fresh."

"The shrimp and crab here are extra buttery and garlicky."

"I found the crawfish to be fresh and flavorful."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-6pm with $5 IPAs on tap.

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Free parking is available for customers.

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All utensils, bibs, and gloves are provided for seafood dining.

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Creole restaurant

Creole restaurant blends modern touches with Southern charm in a classy, inviting interior featuring a full bar with expertly mixed cocktails and a lively bar area with live jazz music that captures New Orleans spirit.

Crawfish étouffée stands out with rich, well-seasoned flavors that draw repeat orders. The dish pairs well with blackened catfish and red beans & rice, all crafted to please the palate.

Draft selection includes Crown and Hops IPA, known for being refreshing and well-balanced. The beer options receive positive remarks for quality.

People are saying

"The seafood platter here is massive and amazing."

"The crawfish étouffée here is to die for."

"I waited 20 minutes for my beer order."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended on weekends due to high demand.

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Valet parking is available for $10, but street parking is also an option.

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Happy hour offers discounted drinks and appetizers from 4-6pm on weekdays.

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Cajun restaurant

Casual Cajun spot with fish and lobster decor and bench seating that can be uncomfortable. Atmosphere feels welcoming and pleasant with background music and TVs around. Known for great seafood boils and good drinks like margaritas and micheladas.

Boil Daddy serves crawfish with Daddy sauce, offering a taste that stands out from other spots. The menu includes shrimp, king crab legs, and Daddy’s noodles with shrimp, satisfying cravings for seafood boils.

Beer and wine are the main drinks available, shown on the back of the napkin dispenser. TVs are placed all around, creating a casual spot to enjoy a cold beer.

People are saying

"I loved the Cajun seafood, it was flavorful and well-seasoned."

"I satisfied my crawfish cravings with the Daddy sauce."

"The beer here was good."

Good to know

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They no longer offer all-you-can-eat options.

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Parking is limited with only a few spots available.

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Lunch discounts are available from Monday through Thursday.

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Outdoor seating offers breathtaking marina views and a calming waterfront atmosphere with a pleasant breeze off the pier. The vibe varies from loud and disorganized indoors to quiet and scenic on the patio. Ordering and payment happen before seating, creating a unique flow to the dining experience.

Hearty Crawfish Etouffee stands out with a spicy and well balanced flavor. The sauce runs a little thinner than usual but suits the dish well.

Cold beers include IPA and Blue Moon. Paying for refills requires walking back to the front, which interrupts the flow.

People are saying

"The American food shrimp po' boy is the standout dish."

"The crawfish etouffee was excellent and spicy."

"The beers here are cold, just how I like them."

Good to know

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Louisiana Charlie's Long Beach Shoreline Village is a no cash business.

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You must order and pay before being seated.

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Expect a wait time of 20 to 30 minutes on weekends.

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Cajun restaurant

Interior features pirate and ocean motifs with ample seating and a large bar. Atmosphere stays laid back and quiet, with TVs showing sports but no sound. Crowd enjoys seafood boils and affordable drinks in a clean, well-designed space.

The Captain Combo includes crawfish with crab legs, shrimp, and mussels, all seasoned with the full house seasoning at level 2 spice. The crawfish and shrimp come out very delicious.

Offers $3 beers and beer deals alongside a solid drink selection including soju and seltzer. The beers have good flavors and complement the overall drink menu well.

People are saying

"The Seafood service was quick and attentive, making me feel welcomed."

"The crawfish here are delicious and well-seasoned."

"They have $3 beers and other drink specials."

Good to know

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Pirates Kitchen offers a daily lunch special of two pounds of head-on shrimp for $20 from 11:30am to 3pm.

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They have $1 soju shots (max 6 per person) and $3 beers during lunch.

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Joining the wait list 20-30 minutes prior to arriving is highly recommended.

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Seafood restaurant

Spacious seafood restaurant with divided dining areas and background music by a DJ creates a fun and welcoming vibe. Lighting is moderate, and TVs show sports, adding to a casual atmosphere. Seafood boils feature seasonings suited for Asian palates, making it distinct from typical boils.

Large, meaty crawfish come with a garlic-forward seasoning that recalls night markets. All seafood, including shrimp, clams, and mussels, stays super fresh and well seasoned.

Half-price beers stand out as a notable feature. Beer pairs well with menu items like the Shrimp Poboy. Tea options are not listed on a menu but offered by asking directly.

People are saying

"The all-you-can-eat seafood deal is an outstanding value."

"The crawfish here are huge, meaty, and super fresh."

"I appreciated the half-price beers."

Good to know

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The price is $38.99 for unlimited crawfish, shrimp, mussels, and more.

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Parking is available for free, but street parking may be necessary.

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Lunch specials are offered from Monday to Friday until 3pm.

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