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Crawfish that is seasoned through to the meat instead of just having a spicy shell that leaves the inside bland.

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Cozy seafood spot offers perfectly seasoned crawfish with a unique Cajun-Vietnamese twist. Soft romantic Oldies music sets a laid-back atmosphere ideal for casual celebrations. Spacious, clean interior feels homey and welcoming.

Boiled crawfish here come perfectly seasoned and tender with a generous serving of large, succulent pieces. The flavor balances spices well and stands out compared to other spots known for Cajun seafood.

People are saying

"The crawfish here has dozens of high-quality, amazing flavors."

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Expect no wait time if you arrive around 4:30pm.

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Prices are about half of what other places charge.

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The restaurant is very clean and well-maintained.

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Small, cozy spot with bright natural lighting offers a relaxed vibe for groups. Seafood boils feature tender crawfish that melt in your mouth. Great value with deals like the Seafood Deluxe 4lb plus an extra pound free.

Crawfish melts in your mouth with a tender texture. Orders like the Seafood Deluxe 4lb come with an extra pound of crawfish free, making the seafood boil options very reasonable in price.

People are saying

"The crawfish here are so garlicky and delicious."

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Reservations are recommended for larger groups to avoid long wait times.

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Expect a 15-minute wait during peak hours on weekends.

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Takeout is available and a good option if you want to skip the wait.

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Bright, colorful decor and a lively sign create a New Orleans vibe that feels cozy and inviting. Signature dishes like Crawfish Monica and jambalaya offer rich, authentic flavors. Comfortable seating and mellow music make it a fresh spot for Cajun dining.

Crawfish Monica stands out as a signature dish with rich flavor. The menu also features crawfish pasta and jambalaya that highlight the crawfish well.

People are saying

"The crawfish Monica was the best dish of the night."

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The restaurant serves beignets and steaks, showcasing Cajun cuisine.

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Menu prices are higher than expected, but worth trying.

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Customers can choose their spice level for dishes.

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Enjoy fresh crawfish and tasty seafood boils with clams in a pleasant atmosphere featuring air conditioning and multiple TVs. Generous portions and clean surroundings make it great for groups and families. Known for authentic Cajun seafood that feels fresh and satisfying.

Freshness stands out with fresh crawfish served regularly. The spot offers delicious seafood boils featuring both crawfish and clams that many find underrated compared to others.

People are saying

"I had the best crawfish of my life here."

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The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating for a comfortable dining experience.

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Parking can get crowded as it is shared with other establishments in the complex.

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The seafood is delivered fresh daily, ensuring high quality.

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Seafood boil spot shines with fresh crawfish in rich butter garlic sauce. Combo meals offer great value with generous portions of shrimp, mussels, and clams. Busy vibe with TVs showing food shows adds to the lively dining experience.

Fresh crawfish come with a butter garlic sauce that stands out. Combo options let you pick 3 pounds of shrimp, mussels, clams, or crawfish, offering good value for the amount served.

People are saying

"The crawfish here is super delicious with butter garlic sauce."

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Expect longer wait times during peak hours, especially on weekends.

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Prices are reasonable for the amount of food served compared to other seafood spots.

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They charge for additional sides, so check your bill carefully.

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Spacious dining offers a peaceful vibe with casual, simple decor. Big, flavorful crawfish come with full house seasoning and spicy sauces. Hands-on eating suits those who enjoy well-seasoned shellfish in a laid-back spot.

Big and tasteful crawfish come with a full house seasoning that adds strong flavor. They resemble little lobsters and can be hard to break open.

People are saying

"The crawfish here are big and so tasteful."

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Parking is available in the back and on the street for three hours free.

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The restaurant closes at 9:30 PM, but service may end earlier.

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Bib and gloves are provided for messy seafood dining.

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Interior blends artistic and cozy vibes with sparse furnishings. Lunch buzzes with R&B vocals creating a lively mood. Menu shines with Filipino-Japanese fusion, featuring a crawfish bowl rich in eel sauce and mayo, paired well with sweet potato fries.

Crawfish bowl features a tasty mix of rice, eel sauce, and mayonnaise. The dynamite crawfish offers a flavorful twist that pairs well with sweet potato fries.

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Reservations are recommended to avoid long wait times during peak hours.

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The restaurant offers a variety of Filipino-Japanese fusion dishes.

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Vegan options are limited but can be modified upon request.

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Large, bright space with booths and TVs creates a lively, casual vibe. Fresh crawfish come in large portions with pub-style seasoning. Family-friendly setting with a full bar and cheerful fish decorations adds to the fun atmosphere.

Fresh crawfish come in large portions, often paired with shrimp and mussels in combos. Seasonings follow a pub style, and frozen crawfish are available alongside fresh options.

People are saying

"The crawfish here is super spicy, even one level down."

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Crab Pub offers happy hour from Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM, on select food and all beer.

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Expect to pay between moderate to very expensive, with some families spending between $$ and $$$-$$$$.

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The restaurant provides gloves and an apron for messy seafood meals.

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Casual Cajun spot shines with Daddy sauce on crawfish and fresh seafood boils. Fish and lobster decor adds charm while bench seating feels tight. Drinks like margaritas and micheladas complement the welcoming atmosphere with TVs and music.

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.

People are saying

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

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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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Spacious hot pot spot offers one-person-one-pot design for a cozy, clean vibe. Self-service bar shines with fresh ingredients like shrimp and crawfish. Perfect for enjoying boiling carb crawfish alongside small dishes in private rooms.

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Lunch specials are available on weekdays from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM for $28.99.

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The all-you-can-eat hotpot menu offers an impressive variety of fresh, high-quality ingredients.

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The restaurant is known for its cleanliness and organization.

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Seafood lovers enjoy fresh crawfish boiled with garlic butter and paired with shrimp and crab. Indoor and outdoor seating features walls covered in stickers and cool lights, creating a lively yet chill vibe. Practical service includes bibs and crab crackers for a messy but fun dining experience.

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.

People are saying

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

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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 shines with perfectly seasoned crawfish and affordable crab legs. Casual pirate theme and butcher paper tables create a fun, family vibe. Many TVs show sports, keeping the atmosphere chill and stylish without loud crowds.

Crawfish come seasoned perfectly and are nice and big. The menu keeps it simple with crab legs, shrimp, and muscles, all at a reasonable price of 10 dong each.

People are saying

"The crawfish here are seasoned perfectly."

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The restaurant has a reputation for being dirty and needing a deep clean.

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Prices are considered high for the portion sizes offered.

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Be cautious of menu items as they do not display prices.

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Seafood boil spot with huge crawfish and fresh corn offers a fun, hands-on meal with gloves and bibs. Modern decor and 2000's R&B create a laid-back vibe. TVs show sports and movies, making it great for groups and families.

Crawfish here are consistently huge and fresh. They come with corn that tastes fresh, not frozen.

People are saying

"The crawfish here are huge and fresh."

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Promotions include a free pound of crab with a $150 purchase.

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Parking can be challenging; consider takeout if it's busy.

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Credit cards accepted, but check for any hidden fees.

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Large buffet shines with fresh crawfish and a broad seafood spread including snow crabs and oysters. Bright, spacious layout offers comfortable seating amid a lively, busy atmosphere. Music adds energy but can get loud during peak times.

Fresh crawfish appear alongside a variety of seafood like snow crabs, mussels, oysters, and clams. The selection includes multiple crab types and sea snails, offering a broad seafood spread.

People are saying

"The crawfish here are so fresh, just like everything else."

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Dinner costs $32.99 per person on weekends.

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Lunch is $19 per person with a 10% discount for seniors.

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Crab legs are available for dinner on Saturdays.

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Space channels New Orleans style with unique decor and lively communal sing-alongs. Crawfish dishes shine with rich flavors like pasta and crispy popcorn crawfish. Authentic Cajun vibes create a one-of-a-kind dining experience that blends warmth and fun.

Crawfish pasta stands out with rich flavors. Popcorn crawfish offers a crispy, tasty bite. The menu also features blackened filet mignon stuffed with crawfish and a flavorful crawfish cake.

People are saying

"I devoured the gumbo so quickly I didn't get a picture."

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Reservations are recommended, especially during peak times.

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The restaurant features a sing-along of 'What a Wonderful World' once or twice a night.

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All diners are invited to join in the sing-along during the performance.

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Seafood shines with fresh crawfish and tasty clams. Atmosphere is relaxed but seating can be uncomfortable and smoke odors appear. Prices are affordable with generous portions, though service includes a mandatory tip some find high.

Fresh and delicious crawfish stand out here, tasting very similar to those boiled in Louisiana. Every part of the meal, including the clams, complements the crawfish well.

People are saying

"I found the crawfish here to be fresh and delicious."

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Expect a 21-22% service fee automatically added to your bill.

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The restaurant is known for lively birthday celebrations with music and singing.

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Prices for food are generally reasonable, with meals around $60 for two.

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Small venue with live Creole music sets a lively, soulful mood. Fried catfish topped with crawfish étouffée offers rich, classic Louisiana flavors. Close tables and rising music volume create an energetic, warm atmosphere.

Fried catfish comes topped with crawfish étouffée that is rich and flavorful. The crawfish biscuit and gumbo offer classic Louisiana soul dishes.

People are saying

"The crawfish here is amazing, and the service is attentive."

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Tuesday nights feature live jazz music with a $15 cover charge.

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An entertainment fee of $30 per person is added to the bill on Tuesdays.

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Reservations are recommended, especially for Tuesday nights when live music occurs.

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Spacious seafood spot buzzes with a DJ and sports on TV, creating a lively vibe. Crawfish are large and garlicky, echoing night market flavors. Asian-style seasonings make the seafood boil uniquely fresh and flavorful.

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.

People are saying

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

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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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Spacious, clean spot with graffiti walls and multiple TVs creates a lively vibe. Known for fresh Cajun seafood, especially crawfish with corn in a fun, music-filled setting. Friendly atmosphere makes it great for enjoying shrimp and crab dishes.

Crawfish with corn on the cob stands out as the best item, served with an especially good sauce. Pounds of shrimp and crawfish come in a fun atmosphere with lively music.

People are saying

"I loved the crawfish with corn on the cob; it was the best."

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The menu lists items at 'market price', so expect variable pricing.

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Condiments are charged at $1 each.

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Reservations are recommended during peak hours to avoid long waits.

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Small seafood spot shines with generous crawfish portions seasoned in full house spice. Cozy, clean vibe blends Cajun flavors with subtle Asian decor. Friendly staff ensure excellent service in a relaxed setting perfect for families and friends.

Generous portions of crawfish with full house seasoning come with corn, red potatoes, and sausage. Staff are friendly and service is excellent, making it a good spot for a Cajun crawfish boil experience.

People are saying

"I found the crawfish here to be a good, tasty find."

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Expect wait times of 30-60 minutes during busy dinner hours.

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The seafood boil is priced around £50 per person.

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Credit cards are accepted, but cash is preferred for smaller orders.

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Cozy spot serves humongous crawfish in spicy cajun garlic butter with crab legs and clams. Generous seafood boils come with shrimp, corn, and sausage. Pair meals with Sapporo beer for a homey vibe and affordable portions.

Humongous crawfish come in combos with shrimp, corn, potatoes, and sausage. Seafood boils include cajun garlic butter and medium spice, mixing crawfish with crab legs, clams, and mussels.

People are saying

"The crawfish were humongous and the seafood boil was delicious."

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Combo deals are reasonably priced and packed with flavor.

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Portion sizes are better than most seafood places.

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Prices are significantly lower than other seafood spots.

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Creole restaurant offers rich crawfish étouffée with bold flavors and blackened catfish sides. Enjoy a full bar with expertly mixed cocktails and a lively space featuring live jazz music that brings New Orleans charm.

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.

People are saying

"The crawfish étouffée here is to die for."

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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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Seafood boil shines with spicy shrimp and a rich broth, making dining lively. Crawfish in stinkin sauce packs solid flavor, while live crawfish is less seasoned. The spot blends modern lighting with a classic layout and has a sports bar vibe, creating a fun, busy atmosphere.

Crawfish comes cooked in a stinkin sauce that adds solid flavor. Live crawfish tastes like it was flash boiled and lacks seasoning.

People are saying

"The crawfish here are cooked in a stinkin' sauce."

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Parking is not available at the restaurant.

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Expect long wait times on Sundays due to high customer volume.

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After 5:30-6 PM, phone orders cannot be placed.

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Buffet offers a spacious interior with a lively, family-friendly vibe. Crawfish is the main seafood choice, paired with shrimp but no crab legs. Mongolian and hibachi stations provide fresh, made-to-order meals in a bright, open setting.

Lin's serves crawfish and shrimp with no crab legs or other seafood. The crawfish stands out as the main seafood option, while other dishes are limited in variety.

People are saying

"The Mongolian grill was made to order with so many mix-in options."

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Lunch is priced at $21, including a drink.

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The buffet offers a variety of food options for lunch and dinner.

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All allergens are noted in every dish in the buffet.

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Seafood shines with fresh crawfish and tasty combos like shrimp and sausage. Open doors bring a loud, friendly vibe where families enjoy the life-size shark and sports on TV. Prices stay fair, and bibs help with messy, fun meals.

Live and frozen crawfish taste fresh and come perfectly seasoned. Prices range around $12-13 per pound, with some deals offering 5 pounds plus sauce for about $33. Crawfish pairs well with shrimp, mussels, sausage, corn, and potatoes.

People are saying

"I found the crawfish here tasted fresh and were perfectly seasoned."

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During celebrations like Father’s Day, the waiting time can be up to 2 hours and 30 minutes.

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On weekends, you have to make a reservation to dine there.

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The restaurant opens at 3 PM on weekdays.

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Seafood shines with bold Cajun sauces and juicy crawfish. Enjoy a hands-on boil with shrimp and mussels in a lively, energetic atmosphere filled with loud music and sports. Spacious seating keeps it comfortable even when crowded.

Fresh and juicy crawfish come seasoned well with flavorful sauces. The spot offers a messy, hands-on seafood boil experience with shrimp and green mussels alongside the crawfish.

People are saying

"The crawfish here are fresh, juicy, and seasoned so well."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-6pm with discounted drinks and appetizers.

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Expect wait times of 30-45 minutes during busy weekend evenings.

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The dining experience is hands-on, so be prepared for a messy meal.

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Seafood spot with a homely atmosphere and lively vibe serves a spicy crawfish boil with shrimp and grilled shrimp tacos. Expect a greasy sauce and hands-on eating with plastic aprons. Cramped, hole-in-the-wall feel adds to the charm.

Crawfish boil comes with shrimp and grilled shrimp tacos. The sauce in the crawfish sack can be incredibly greasy. The crawfish gets positive mentions from friends.

People are saying

"I thought the crawfish here was great."

Good to know

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Parking is available and easy in-and-out.

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Dishes like king crab legs are priced at market rates.

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Expect to pay around $200 for a meal for three.

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