Crawfish season is a beloved time in Louisiana, and whether you want to sit down and savor a hot, spicy boil or bring home live sacks for your own backyard feast, New Orleans has options. Here’s where to get your crawfish fix:
Sit Down and Dig In: Restaurants That Serve Crawfish
Boil Seafood House
3340 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115
Located in the heart of Magazine Street, Boil Seafood House offers a fun, casual atmosphere perfect for cracking into a fresh batch of crawfish. With a wide selection of seasoning blends and spice levels, it’s a great place for group dining.
Deanie’s Seafood Restaurant
1713 Lake Ave, Metairie, LA 70005
While Deanie’s operates a seafood market next door, the restaurant is a full-service spot where you can enjoy hot boiled crawfish along with fried seafood platters, gumbo, and other local classics.
Cajun Seafood
1479 N Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116
With multiple locations around the city, Cajun Seafood is a favorite for casual dine-in meals. Their crawfish are boiled with bold New Orleans flavor and served fast and fresh, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Clesi’sÂ
4323 Bienville, New Orleans, LA 70119
Neighborhood staple with a casual outdoor setup and great seasoning. Watch their social media for weekly specials.
Jaeger’s Seafood and Oyster House
6021 Clearview Pkwy, Elmwood, LA 70123
A laid-back restaurant in Elmwood offering hot boiled crawfish and some of the best charbroiled oysters around.
Grab and Go: Crawfish Markets to Take Home
Captain Sid’s Seafood
1700 Lake Ave, Metairie, LA 70005
A Bucktown favorite known for its quality seafood and neighborhood charm. Captain Sid’s is a go-to for live crawfish to boil at home during peak season, or grab some already boiled.
Schaefer’s Seafood
1726 Lake Ave, Metairie, LA 70005
Right next to Captain Sid’s, Schaefer’s offers fresh, local seafood with a focus on customer service. Many locals stop here for crawfish to take home or for a picnic.
Westwego Shrimp Lot
105 Westbank Expy, Westwego, LA 70094
A collection of vendors in an open-air setting selling shrimp, crabs, fish, and live crawfish. It’s a Westbank tradition to stop here before a backyard boil.
Rouses Market
701 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70113
This locally owned grocery chain carries live and boiled crawfish during the season. Rouses makes it easy to grab a sack while doing your regular shopping or preparing for a crawfish boil.
Continue Reading: Where to Find Great Seafood in New Orleans This Season
