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Getting messy with a pile of crawfish is a ritual best paired with a round of drinks.

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Bar & grill

Bar and grill with plenty of outdoor seating and multiple televisions showing various sports creates an energetic atmosphere. Music plays at a perfect volume enhancing the lively vibe. Recent remodel adds an upscale look with a well-maintained bar and covered patio seating.

Attentive service stands out with bartenders like Jose, Javier, and Leandro providing friendly and consistent care. The bar staff, including Lay and Leo, create a welcoming atmosphere with excellent customer service.

Platter includes fried fish, shrimp, crawfish, and rice for $19.99. Crawfish mambo style stands out with a unique flavor. Quality differs from Louisiana crawfish but remains very good.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and satisfying."

"The bartenders here are so friendly and attentive."

"I experienced the best crawfish here."

Good to know

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Weekly specials are available, offering unique dishes at a lower price.

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Expect long wait times, around one hour for a table and food.

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Prices are considered reasonable for the quality of food served.

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Cozy modern diner with an open kitchen, natural light, and thoughtful details like coat hooks and multiple server stations. Atmosphere feels family-oriented and casual but can get very loud when full. Music and cocktails add to the lively vibe, making it a spot with top-tier energy.

Bar seating offers a cozy modern diner vibe with natural light from window-style seats. Bartenders provide friendly, knowledgeable, and prompt service, making solo visits comfortable.

Egg foo yong features a Cajun รฉtouffรฉe-style crawfish gravy with a generous amount of crawfish. The egg is cooked in a nostalgic style reminiscent of homemade dishes.

People are saying

"The deconstructed rangoon and rice cakes offer a great fusion of flavors."

"You have to try the egg foo young with its crawfish gravy."

"The cocktails and food here are amazing and flavorful."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends due to high demand.

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Family-style menu costs $65 per person with a mandatory 22% gratuity.

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The restaurant is now open for lunch on Wednesdays.

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Bar offers large outdoor patios with monkey-themed artwork creating a fun, playful atmosphere. Music ranges from live mariachi bands to DJs, setting a vibrant and lively mood. Crowd enjoys a cozy, hip vibe with affordable drinks and plenty of seating options.

An extensive drink menu offers a wide variety of cocktails, beers, and wines. Live music is always top-notch, and the bar's signature Monkey's Tail cocktail stands out as a popular choice.

Juicy, easy to peel crawfish come in a decent size and offer a flavor that recalls childhood memories. The boil lacks corn and avoids Tex-Mex twists, keeping it traditional and affordable.

People are saying

"Mel's bartending skills made every visit feel special and welcoming."

"The drinks here are awesome and mixed very well."

"The crawfish here are so good, they remind me of childhood."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4 to 7 PM with great drink specials.

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Steak night on Mondays offers $25 steaks all day.

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Parking is limited; consider using street parking or the nearby metro rail.

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Bar offers cool alleyway seating and a chill, friendly vibe with live DJ music and top-tier cocktails. Outdoor areas include a patio with heaters but can have issues with flies. Indoor space features artistic decor and no seating, encouraging mingling around pool tables and beer pong.

Locally owned with a Houstonian themed open garage style, the bar offers fresh juiced drinks like watermelon and pineapple. Outdoor seating and plenty of parking create a cool vibe for business meetings and casual drinks.

Flavorful crawfish come with a little spicy kick. Free crawfish arrive with every cocktail purchase, making them a standout feature here.

People are saying

"The bar automatically added a 20% tip, then the tip screen popped up again."

"The cocktails here are amazing and perfectly tailored to my taste."

"I found the crawfish to be delicious and a little spicy."

Good to know

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Parking can get terrible, but there's a lot across the street.

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Expect a 20% automatic gratuity added to your bill.

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On Wednesdays, enjoy 75 cent drink specials.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood restaurant combines sports bar atmosphere with multiple large TVs showing games. Music plays loudly, creating an energetic vibe. Handwashing stations and quality gloves support messy seafood feasts like grilled and raw oysters and crawfish with unique flavors.

Strong flavor profiles stand out at this bar, making it a reliable spot for seafood and drinks. Consistent quality keeps people coming back after first trying it through delivery.

Crawfish come perfectly cooked with savory, bold flavors like Thai basil and tom yum. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable, making it a solid spot for flavorful, well-seasoned crawfish.

People are saying

"The seafood here is amazing, with killer flavors and perfect texture."

"The crawfish here are perfectly cooked and full of flavor."

"The bar staff, especially Jimmy and Andy, provided amazing service."

Good to know

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Happy hour offers half-price appetizers from 4-6pm daily.

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Wednesdays feature $1 oysters and $1.50 grilled oysters.

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On Wednesdays, $1 wings are also available.

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Huge patios with fire pits, heat lamps, and swings create a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. Big screen TVs show games while a DJ spins music, drawing a crowd that enjoys both indoor and outdoor seating. The space feels ideal for social events and casual gatherings with a pet-friendly vibe.

An open-air bar with a beach-inspired theme and a dive bar atmosphere. Cold drinks flow from a full bar, and a cat often lounges on top of the bar, getting attention from bartenders.

Great flavor stands out in the crawfish here, often served with medium spice. Many find it delicious and worth returning for.

People are saying

"The outdoor space is perfect for day drinking and people-watching."

"I thought the crawfish here was delicious."

"The bar service was great, and Celeste was a rockstar."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm on weekdays with half-price appetizers.

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Karaoke night is on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, starting at 10pm.

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Food trucks and vendors are available nearby, but Tikila's does not serve food.

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Bar & grill

Outdoor patio with fire pits and a small creek creates a relaxed, dog-friendly atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor bars offer an impressive beer selection alongside self-service drinks. TVs are present but small and not ideal for watching games.

Cozy and dive-y vibe with a relaxed atmosphere and good music. Bar staff are friendly and attentive, handling crowds well and making guests feel welcome. Outdoor bar area includes a fireplace.

Freshness stands out with always fresh crawfish served alongside buckets of beer. The crawfish taste is consistently amazing and tasty.

People are saying

"The outdoor seating here is huge, with plenty of shade and a relaxed vibe."

"The bar staff here is so friendly and welcoming."

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

Good to know

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Cedar Creek offers free parking, but beware of aggressive towing practices.

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My car was towed despite being a customer, so be cautious when parking.

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Cedar Creek hosts a popular annual gumbo fest that attracts large crowds.

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New American restaurant

Rustic yet modern design blends Mexican and American homey vibes with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Loud, energetic atmosphere features reggaeton music and a lively crowd, especially during brunch hours. Offers a full bar with notable drinks like Poncho Villa beer and Solรณrzano tequila.

Bar seating offers friendly service with bartenders like Tyler and Albert. Weekends bring a busy atmosphere, making it lively but worth the wait.

Overflowing with crawfish and sauce, the pistolettes come with puffy bread that stays crispy outside and soft inside despite the topping.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, fresh, and full of flavor."

"The food and drinks here are delicious and expertly crafted."

"The crawfish pistolettes were overflowing with crawfish and sauce."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-6pm on weekdays with discounted drinks.

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Expect long wait times on weekends, especially around 11 AM to noon.

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Reservations are not accepted, leading to potential wait times.

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