Stopped by on a whim and it was a great decision!!! The place was full so we sat at the bar stool…read morearea ... this place it small but the staff was very friendly. We ordered a kalbi burger with gumbo and a kimchi jambalaya. The flavor was just amazing. I had the burger and the combo of burger and the sauces and flavors it has combined with the gumbo was just perfection! The patty was perfectly cooked. A medium cook on the meat was so juicy and very well seasoned. The gumbo was just perfection. My husband had the kimchi jambalaya and I will say, for someone that doesn't like kimchi this was so well made. Not too over powering ... I liked it when I tried it. My husband loved it!

good deal (118 for a dinner for two, which comes with 2 sides, 1 starter, 2 mains and dessert) but…read moreI think the food is just not my cup of tea to start, the ambiance is very cozy - the restaurant itself is really small and the service is super attentive and welcoming for the food - I actually really enjoyed the sides - they offered the okra kimchi complimentary which I surprisingly loved, and the green tomato and watermelon were also super refreshing for the starter, we opted japchae ball - it was solid but honestly did not tasted super special. sort of just an arancini stuffed with meat, I barely tasted the glass noodles for the mains, we got the jjangmyeon and the fried chicken. the noodle texture was not like your typical jjangmyeon and the fishy seafood flavor was a bit too strong for my personal liking. and the fried chicken was a bit too heavy and coated, but I am personally just not a fan of southern style fried chicken the dessert was pretty amazing though. the pecan pie was light and crunchy and the sweet potato mousse was so unique and not sweet at all this spot is great if you love southern style food but it's personally just not for me!

If you're craving authentic Cajun seafood in NYC, you honestly don't need to fly to Louisiana or…read moreeven head out to City Island--Aqua Boil brings that bold, fresh, and flavorful experience right to the heart of Hell's Kitchen Every bite delivers the perfect balance of freshness, spice, and deep umami flavor--you can tell the ingredients are high quality and handled with care. Huge shoutout to the chef and especially Bas Chatchawan for maintaining such a high standard. It really shows in every order What impressed me even more--tonight I ordered delivery all the way to Uptown Manhattan (over 30 minutes away ), and the food still arrived tasting just as fresh and delicious as dining in. That's not easy to pull off, but they nailed it. That said, if you can dine in, I highly recommend it--especially the Combo 5 lbs seafood platter for $130 . It's perfect for sharing and gives you the full experience of what they do best. From flavor to consistency to service, Aqua Boil and their team truly stand out in NYC's food scene. Give them a try--you won't regret it! #AquaBoil #NYCFoodie #CajunSeafood #HellskitchenEats #FoodDeliveryDoneRight

Overall rating: 4.4…read more I've been wanting to try Seafood boil for awhile and heard this place was really popular for it. My friend and I shared the Snow Crab Leg and Shrimp with Cajun Mix and corn and potatoes. The service was very responsive and available for any questions. The decor of the restaurant was very pretty as well. The only thing is I live in Brooklyn & I'm not sure if it was worth the trip for me. I definitely recommend to those that live in the area.

Wings fire oysters lovely closet thing to New Orleans perfect for a lunch or a quick dateread more

A true NOLA experience! We came here for the jazz brunch, and everything was delicious…read more I ordered the Tiny Gumbo All-In, and it was amazing. The richness and spice instantly transported me back to New Orleans. Though I wished it was spicier. We also shared some beignets, which were the perfect sweet ending. The drinks were great too. This place exceeded my expectations. Between the jazz, the food, and overall vibe, it captures the NOLA energy. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

Claw's Daddy has one of the best happy hours in Lower East Side, hands down. If you're looking for…read moreamazing seafood deals and a laid-back spot to catch up with friends, this place hits every mark. The happy hour specials are unreal: $1 wings that are super crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, $1.50 fresh oysters, and $2 grilled oysters and clams that are an absolute flavor bomb--loaded with buttery goodness, herbs, and cheese. Don't skip the $3 off adult Capri Suns--they're a fun, nostalgic touch that rounds out the happy hour perfectly while you relax and chat. Definitely order a side of Cajun fries for the table too; they're seasoned just right and great for sharing. Service is always quick and efficient, which makes the experience even better when the place gets busy. Claw's Daddy is now a go-to for happy hour cravings and easygoing hangouts with friends. Highly recommend!

My husband and I went here for my birthday a few months ago and I'm just now getting to a review…read morebut I have to say I was so pleasantly surprised by this place. Everything was delicious! We ordered a ton of food because we just wanted to try it all and we were not disappointed. I was craving some New Orleans style cuisine and this hit the spot. The service was excellent - attentive, friendly and made our evening special. The manager was super friendly as well and made sure we enjoyed everything. The non-alcoholic drinks were so good that I ordered 3 of them. The only thing I wish is that they had some traditional crawfish étouffée on the menu! It's my favorite dish. Will definitely return here soon!

I had a great experience here. There are so many food options to choose from, including lobster,…read moreshrimp, all kinds of crab legs, and even blue crabs. It's honestly a seafood lover's dream. I highly recommend coming with a large group so you can try a bit of everything. They also offer an option to pay an extra $45 to take your leftovers home, which is absolutely worth it. I ended up with so much food that my fridge is still full. The service was impeccable from start to finish. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. I would definitely come back and highly recommend this place to others.

If I had to choose a death row meal, this would be my new selection!! WOW - the offerings on the…read moremenu were so plentiful and a meal that would usually cost probably a thousand dollars was only $125 per person. The lobster is a little chewy, but the spicy claws were very flavorful. All of the crab had so much meat and the seasonings were all amazing. Surprisingly, the iron steak was one of our favorites despite this being a seafood spot. The waiter did say to just check mark the paper instead of quantities, but they end up bringing you 2 of everything you order. The sweet & spicy fish is also very solid, garlic noodles were buttery, and even their iced tea was super refreshing. Could not recommend this place more!! Bonus: they play a great 2000s throwback playlist that got us singing along and dancing while we were peeling all our seafood to pass the time. Shoutout to whichever employee put that playlist together!

The shrimp & Lobster boil is so delicious! The service is…read moreamazing & bartender & servers are helpful to recommend a drink to go with the meal! Love the low key ambiance! One so friendly!

**CASH ONLY** The…read moreBoil is the best "Cajun" style boil restaurant in NYC and believe me, I've gone to quite a few. If you're a huge Boiling Crab fan from the West Coast, then this will be your equivalent on the East Coast. You can't come to this place if you don't like seafood, don't even try. When I have a hankering for shrimp or crab (or crawfish if it's in season), you'll find me here happily sucking on some tasty critters slathered in the Boil Special sauce with just the right amount of heat and washing it down with an ice cold beer. My favorite combo is the Queen Combo which is either 1 pound of shrimp or crawfish with a cluster of snow crab legs. One of these days I'm going to splurge for the king crab legs but last time I went, they were sold out. Those suckers are huge! For your sides, make sure to get an order of the Cajun fries which you can use to dip in all that tasty sauce. I also get an order of the vermicelli noodles which I know is way too much food, but I don't care. I will literally use my hands and fingers to plop those noodles into the bag, and use my fork to twirl it on up into my mouth slathered in sauce. I'm at The Boil to be a glutton, not a saint. Please be warned that their sauce has so much garlic in it that you will be burping, sweating, and literally farting garlic for the next 24 hours. Would not advise this place as a first date, maybe not even a 5th or 10th but they gotta see that side of you eventually but do so at your own risk. It's funny I remember the original location on the LES years ago and it was always a long wait to get into. With this NOHO location there's more than enough space, and you can also make reservations ahead of time which I am a huge fan of. The only downside though is that it's cash only, but the other locations aren't. Oh and they have Happy Hour! Huzzah. From open to 6:30pm Monday through Friday you can get specials on raw oysters, clams, select beers, and $12 margaritas. Come hungry, leave garlicky.

A touch of New Orleans swagger has landed, and it's hitting all the right notes. From the moment I…read morewalked in, the room struck that elusive balance New York diners crave laid-back but buzzing, with a live band lending just enough rhythm to keep the energy lifted without overwhelming the table. The service matched the mood: polished, attentive, and genuinely warm, the kind that makes you feel like a regular on your first visit. The menu reads like a love letter to Creole indulgence, and I didn't hold back. The French toast arrived as a golden, impossibly soft, and rich with butter, dissolving on contact like a sweet airy cloud. It's the sort of dish that makes you briefly consider abandoning decorum and slipping into the kitchen to kiss the chef. Equally compelling were the grilled oysters and shrimp skewers, both deeply seasoned and cooked with precision. The oysters carried a smoky char that played beautifully against their natural brininess, while the shrimp snapped with freshness and spice. The crawfish Benedict followed suit, offering a clever twist on the classic: a perfectly poached egg perched atop a tender crawfish patty, all brought together by a hollandaise that felt distinctive without trying too hard silky, slightly tangy, and memorable. And then there are the mimosas; bright, balanced, and flowing freely thanks to a server who never let a glass sit empty for long. In a city overflowing with brunch contenders, this spot manages to stand out. It's confident without being flashy, indulgent without being excessive, and absolutely worth a visit.

Great Creole restaurant with an awesome vibe!…read more Came here on a weeknight. I made sure to make reservations ahead of time, since the restaurant tends to be busy. The place was crowded, but we got a table on the second floor right away. For appetizers, we ordered the Honey Chili Brussels Sprouts and the Cajun Shrimp Skewers. Both were delicious with a ton of flavor. 5/5 for appetizers. For my entree, I had the Cornmeal-crusted Black Sea Bass. It was also really good. The fish was seared perfectly, the vegetables and lemon butter sauce combined with it perfectly. 4.5/5 for entree. For dessert, we shared the Hummingbird cake. I enjoyed the cake filling, which was coffee flavor, more than the rest of the cake. 4/5 for dessert. I think next time I might order the Beignets or Bread Pudding. The atmosphere gets a 5/5 for me. And the service was very good. I think this is a great restaurant to experience the New Orleans vibe without leaving NYC.

Service was excellent price was feasible food came out fast access service. I will recommend this…read morefor anybody.

i went on May 2nd for my birthday and this spot is honestly really good. The crabs are amazing and…read moreat a great price. It's family friendly and the service is impeccable. Also super clean which is always a plus!!!!!!! Will be coming back and recommend to everyone who is a seafood lover.

wait this was sooooo fire and good prices. It hit the spot. the sauce was so good, so garlicky,…read morebuttery, with perf amt of spices. luv seafood boil! this might be my fave seafood boil place in NYC

This place is a gem! Super affordable and chill. Taste amazinggggg, definitely go with the garlic…read moresauce, and great portions. Has a grade A rating in the window but she's got a lil grit n charm.

I want to eat here and IT NO LONGER EXISTS I have never eat this kind of food and Neither their…read morewebsite nor anywhere else did I see that it was closed. The day I went, it was raining very hard, so I took a taxi. The good thing is that there were many other places nearby where I could eat. It's a shame I couldn't try this type of food. I hope everything is alright with the staff at this restaurant.

It was open seating when we came in, and there was no wait on a Saturday night. We were greeted…read morepromptly as soon as we sat and had drinks soon after. The Honey Lychee Soju was a sweet but balanced drink. I split the Friend's combo with two people and this was plenty of food that could've been split between 4 to 5 people, the lobster tail was an added item. The combo came with potatoes, sausage, corn, a side of garlic cheese noodles and sweet potato fries!! Everything was good and fresh. The garlic noodles reminded me of a spaghetti with alfredo, that is made better if you add a little of the seafood boil sauce to it. The Original Cajun with mild heat had just the right amount of seasoning and heat. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal!