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Made for those who treat their lunch hour as a hands-on, messy, and rewarding culinary event.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood boils feature well-prepared crawfish that soak up rich sauce, paired with lobster rolls perfect for lunch specials. Spacious, clean interior offers handwashing stations and a lively Cajun spice aroma. Enjoy a refreshing soju and beer selection with your meal.

Lunch specials include a $20 lobster roll and soda deal that offers good value. The seafood boil and lobster roll are both delicious options for a midday meal.

Crawfish come well prepared and soak up the sauce perfectly. They appear in large seafood boils alongside shrimp, mussels, and other shellfish, making for a hearty feast.

People are saying

"I found the seafood here to be so fresh and tasty."

"The lunch special here is fantastic and worth the price."

"I loved the spicy Louisiana-style crawfish seafood boil."

Good to know

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Oyster special on Tuesdays costs $1.50 each.

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Lunch specials are available from 12pm to 3pm.

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Happy hour features discounted oysters on Tuesdays.

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Seafood restaurant

Spacious seafood restaurant with wide high ceilings and sturdy wooden tables creates a clean, warm atmosphere. Bright lighting and open front street view set a lively, homey vibe. Guests enjoy flavorful seafood boils and casual, comfortable seating with leather seats.

Lunch offers reasonable prices and lunch specials that provide a great deal on seafood boils.

Signature flavor fills the crawfish, making it stand out. The mix of shrimp, crawfish, corn, and sausage comes steaming hot and seasoned to perfection.

People are saying

"I found the seafood boil here to be one of the yummiest I ever had."

"This lunch spot's food is delicious and the service is great."

"The staff here are so nice and check on all the customers."

Good to know

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They have BOGO lobster on Thursday.

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Cap't Loui Seafood boil offers dollar oysters on Tuesday.

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The food comes out within 15 minutes of ordering.

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Seafood restaurant

Nautical boathouse design sets a cozy mood with dim lighting and lively music. Lunch specials offer great value and casual vibes. Crawfish boils come with garlic pasta and Tom Yum sauce, making seafood flavorful and fun to eat.

Lunch specials offer great value with reasonable prices and include options like a mix of the lunch special and seafood boil. The spot features yummy seafood and a vibe suited for casual outings.

People are saying

"I experienced the best seafood boil in the city."

"I loved the large and juicy lobster roll on a perfect bun."

"This Lunch Spot has incredibly fresh and flavorful seafood."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially between 6-8 PM.

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Happy hour drinks are $6 all day from Monday to Thursday.

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From Friday to Sunday, happy hour drinks are $6 before 7 PM.

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Creole restaurant

Open concept bar and live jazz trio create a lively, somewhat loud atmosphere with a trendy, upscale decor featuring mustard yellow accents. The space draws a crowd seeking authentic Creole cuisine and vibrant flavors, with music often parading through the dining area. Seating is assigned and intimate, enhancing the energetic yet cozy vibe.

Lunch offers a $30 special that feels like a solid deal. The gumbo stands out as a lunch choice, and the staff often remembers guests and seating preferences.

Starters highlight Crawfish Bread loaded with creamy sauce and plenty of crawfish. Gumbo features a mix of crawfish, shrimp, sausage, and chicken. Crawfish mac 'n' cheese offers a unique twist on the classic dish.

People are saying

"The American Food here, especially the oysters and shrimp, is the best I've ever tasted."

"Sophie really made our Lunch Spot experience lovely."

"The crawfish bread is one of the best appetizers I've ever tasted."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended due to the restaurant's popularity.

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The restaurant will have a jazz trio and parade every weekend.

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Their happy hour is from 3-6pm with specialty cocktails for $12.

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Hot pot restaurant

Basement dining area features Hello Kitty karaoke room design with family style seating and Sanrio decals. Atmosphere is colorful and lively, inviting guests to stay and enjoy music and karaoke. Unlimited refills of crayfish, fruit, and free ice-cream complement the clean, spacious environment.

Lunch offers a dry pot lunch deal and a 20 skewer meal that fills you up well. The mala tang lunch special also provides a solid, satisfying option.

Crawfish here comes with unique seasoning and is served as an appetizer and on skewers. The quality varies, with some being frozen and tough, lacking flavor and appearing dry and dark.

People are saying

"The Chinese hot pot here is authentic and the broth is freshly made."

"The Lunch Spot food here is so tasty."

"I thought the crawfish appetizer was the best."

Good to know

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The all-you-can-eat hot pot option costs $39.9 per person.

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Tipping is compulsory at this establishment with a minimum of 15%.

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The restaurant offers 2-for-1 beers during happy hour.

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Bright, newly renovated space offers sushi bar, dessert bar, and hot pot seating. Atmosphere feels comfortable but can be cold due to strong air conditioning. Tables sit close together, creating a compact layout.

Lunch offers great value with prices around $16.99 to $17 per adult. Options include a small hot pot and a variety of food that satisfies multiple adults.

A large portion of the seafood spread features crawfish alongside shrimp and potatoes. The menu highlights a crawfish boil with a variety of other crustaceans like crab legs and clams.

People are saying

"The buffet has amazing food with a wide variety of fresh, flavorful choices."

"This lunch spot is a good value with drinks and hotpot included."

"There was a large amount of crawfish and crab legs available."

Good to know

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The lunch buffet is available from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

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Dinner is served all day on weekends.

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The restaurant charges $30 per person for the buffet, which includes unlimited food.

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Buffet restaurant

Buffet restaurant offers floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Manhattan Skyline and LaGuardia Airport. Atmosphere feels bright and clean but seating is cramped and close together. Multiple stations include hibachi, sushi, and dessert areas with live cooking and custom treats.

Lunch offers a reasonable price around $30 per person with a kids' price available. The lunch menu is better than dinner and provides an unbeatable deal.

People are saying

"I thought the buffet here was great and delicious."

"I found the seafood, especially the oysters and sushi, to be really fresh."

"This Lunch Spot has delicious, fresh seafood and sushi."

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Dinner starts at 5:30 PM at this buffet.

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The birthday person will receive 50% off their meal.

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The buffet is running a 20-year anniversary special.

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Buffet restaurant

Buffet restaurant offers a spacious, bright interior with modern decor and comfortable seating. Atmosphere is lively and noisy, often filled with big families, creating a bustling vibe. Food stations include a live BBQ and sushi bar, adding interactive and fresh options to the experience.

Lunch offers a buffet with snow crab legs and a variety of seafood and Chinese dishes. The $26.99 price includes a large selection suitable for business lunches and family events.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and everything tasted very good."

"The seafood buffet options were spectacular and fresh."

"The Lunch Spot has delicious snow crab legs and fresh sushi."

Good to know

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The dinner buffet costs $49.99 per person, including premium options.

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The lunch buffet costs $27.99, with a 10% discount for seniors.

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On Sundays, the buffet offers all-you-can-eat lobsters.

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