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    Boil House

    4.4 (533 reviews)
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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Boiled Crawfish & Shrimp
    Erin D.

    I've received multiple recommendations to try this place so my friend and I finally came! I ordered 3 pounds of crawfish their corn potato and sausage! The crawfish was amazing! Well seasoned, great size, no complaints! The corn was fresh and super sweet yet just enough spice! The potato's could've been better as well as the sausage but not a major deterrent. The service was great very kind, and helpful! The ambiance is very family friendly with indoor and outdoor seating! Not a lot of parking so do be mindful but overall do try boil house during crawfish season!

    Goldie O.

    Soo I love crawfish and understand that all of our tastebuds are different so when a place has really high reviews across the board I get excited. I came with a friend on a Saturday for lunch (about a month ago, right before the season started to wrap up). Like mentioned before, parking is tough in this area so plan accordingly. It's a small little restaurant with an outdoor patio so great place to come when the weather is nice. I will say they weren't super expensive (like $8-$9 dollars a pound) however, I will say that it didn't seem any cheaper buying them in a bundle than buy the pound. Overall, it wasn't bad but it's also not was I was expecting. I thought I would be a little more blown away than I was. Maybe I have to give them one more try just to double check.

    Boiled Crawfish
    Elizabeth S.

    Boil House is our favorite crawfish in town. The owners are LSU grads and always use Louisiana crawfish, not frozen ones from overseas. It does get pretty crowded during peak season so we try to go earlier in the day. The spice level is great! I love the side dipping sauce. The inside is slightly small and it can be hot on the patio just FYI. The dacquiris are strong in a tasty way! We have gotten the shrimp there as well and it was great, just a bit more expensive than the crawfish.

    Shrimp and crab
    Kentereian T.

    This is very good and seasoned. The mild is very mild so next time I go back I'm getting the mouth burn. It still has good flavor. It's a small parking lot and they have a drive thru. It is very quick to get your food and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this place

    Shrimp
    Connie H.

    Friendly counter service, we ordered crawfish, shrimp and snow crab with potatoes and corn-everything was well cooked but all was covered in a strong lemon flavor and the heat seemed to come from a black pepper spice. We got the burnin hot and it was more of a tingle. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We tried the dry and wet spice but the best thing was the butter which had a nice after taste and cut through all the lemon.

    Boiled Crawfish & Potatoes w/ sauces and seasonings
    Nena W.

    By far the best crawfish I've had in Houston. I've been looking for my go to spot every year once the season starts, now there is no more searching, and if I'm not mistaken, they are only open during the season. This is Louisiana style crawfish so if you are looking for the saucy and garlicky crawfish, this is not it. The crawfish is flavored from the inside and out if you grab the sauces. Personally I don't use butter because it's so plain but the butter is my favorite here, everything here is different in a good way. Definitely try all the other sauces if you've never been here before to find your favorite.

    3lbs of crawfish, corn, and potatoes with sauce on side

    I haven't been to Boil House in years but this was treat worthy of its name. I got 3 lbs of crawfish, potatoes, and corn. I was greeted as I pulled into the driveway. The service was pleasant and as rapid as possible. At first glance it was pretty busy. It seemed like I didn't receive the correct amount of lbs ordered but, it was still ok.

    Crawfish
    Robert Z.

    I came out here after seeing great reviews and reading that they do legit Louisiana style boil rather than the more common Viet-cajun style I see around Houston. It is definitely a casual, very lowkey spot that is set up for the messy nature of crawfish boils. We came around 8PM on a Friday night and it wasn't too busy so we were able to quickly order our food and start chowing down. The crawfish was SO good, it definitely brought me back to my Baton Rouge childhood and I already want to come back. The crawfish were sweet and so well flavored from being cooked in the seasoning rather than just being tossed in it. The corn, sausage, and potato we got as add-ons were also great and absorbed the spices as well. I will say, they can run out of crawfish and it seemed to happen around 8:30 (so we got some of the last few pounds that night). However, if you get here and get some crawfish, you will not be disappointed!

    Crawfish boil 2lbs
    Nick S.

    My partner and I stopped in to try their crawfish and it was quite tasty. We went safe and tried the mild seasoning, which allowed the natural flavor of the crawfish to shine through. I want to go back to try a bit more spice and also the dipping sauce. Pricing is very reasonable (approx 34 dollars for 2 people including a tip) and you get all of the standard fixings (2 corn, 2 potatoes, a huge sausage link, and 2lbs of crawfish). They even have a drive thru if you're in a hurry and want to take the boil home to share. Inside are several large tables with plenty of paper towel, buckets for the discarded shells, and wet naps. It's not a fancy place, but it has a comfortable vibe and was more than enough space even when bustling with other patrons. Check out Boil House if you want to experience the Louisiana style boil in Houston!

    4lb crawfish platter
    Mariel T.

    When it's crawfish season, you better swing by. They have 3 spice options, and you get your choice of crawfish by the lb or by platter (fixed sizes with corn and potatoes). We went with the middle spice option and the smaller, and it was perfect for two. Service was kind and super quick.

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    Great place, awesome service, and the crawfish are the best we've had in a minute! You won't regret coming here for your boil.

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    Thanks for bringing us sandwiches, over at Gillman Nissan. They were absolutely delicious!

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    Great crawfish, just a small space, but definitely recommend for an authentic Louisiana good crawfish boil.

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    Ask the Community - Boil House

    My 12 yr old son just started eating crawfish, can he order non spicy ones?

    Yes, they have a few different levels.

    Is it still open for to-go orders?

    There was a line at the to-go counter last time I was there, so it seems to be open

    How much is the crawfish per pound now?

    $7.99

    How much is the crawfish per lb? Any deals on if you buy a lot?

    I think it was 7.99/lb or $35 for 5 lbs.

    So no BYOB!?!?

    It's no longer BYOB as they serve beer and daiquiris.

    Is it still BYOB?

    It is No longer a BYOB?, but the crawfish are so still delicious. They sell beer and other refreshments

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    Yummy Seafood & Oyster Bar - Crawfish.

    Yummy Seafood & Oyster Bar

    4.3(103 reviews)
    1.1 miThe Heights
    $$

    My first crawfish of the season (3/10/26)! Even on a Tuesday…read moreit was really busy! Service moved quickly even when the kitchen was backed up. All the food was fresh and tasty, with some surprise stand outs. Tuesday gulf oysters are $1 and wings are $1 during Rockets/Texans games. Luckily we got to take advantage of both specials! Good value otherwise also. Crawfish $8.99/lb *market, good size and flavor Crab chowder Oysters Edamame Fried mushrooms Bang bang shrimp Crab fingers - very meaty! Tater tots - super crispy! Salmon and garlic noodles Hot honey and buffalo wings Miso mussels A separate hand washing station would have been nice as there was only 1 male and 1 female restroom which led to some waiting around. The front door faces Memorial Hermann not I10. Parking is shared and can be limited.

    I really wanted this to be a hit. Seafood, oysters, alcohol....vibes and a time right? It wasn't…read more I tried the bang bang shrimp, fried pickles, and chargrilled oysters. Something simple that should be an easy win. Unfortunately, everything leaned the same direction: either it was heavy, over-sauced, or overly garlicky. It tasted more like dressed-up frozen food than something thoughtfully prepared. And listen...I don't mind indulgent. But there still has to be balance and fresh food. Fresh like it was raw and delivered today, not fresh like fried in the last 15 mins. When everything is coated, covered, and competing, nothing actually stands out. The drinks didn't help either. They leaned hard on alcohol without much flavor behind them--more "this will get you there" than "this tastes good." Nothing was terrible. But nothing made me want another bite, either. And with seafood, that's kind of the whole point. The atmosphere is friendly, great music, and the service was very attentive. Even the presentation wasn't bad. It just wasn't enough. But at some point, you stop asking what's missing and just accept that it's not landing. I was still hungry so I went next door hoping for a better experience. I want to be clear: It's not bad. It's just not working.

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    Yummy Seafood & Oyster Bar - Crawfish with shrimp

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    Josephine's Gulf Coast Tradition - Marinated Crab Fingers ($16)

    Josephine's Gulf Coast Tradition

    4.4(301 reviews)
    2.8 miFourth Ward, Midtown, Montrose

    Chef Lucas McKinney and the team continue to deliver!…read more I have continued to enjoy visiting here with friends and family. The vibe is great, the decor is awesome, the food delivers consistently, and service rarely takes a day off -- it's just a solid place to go when you're up for some great southern comfort classics. Cocktails, delicious. The daily food specials make it refreshing. The oysters never disappoint. We've rarely had to wait long on any ordered items and servers are all top notch. My only minor complaint is some of the larger groups visiting can sometimes forget there are others in the restaurant. We don't need to hear your entire conversation about the latest office gossip.

    *this review is only for crawfish, not their regular menu (which is amazing) *…read more We went here during crawfish season because they've been advertising their $8/lb crawfish, and we trusted that it would be great given the quality of their regular menu. We went on a Saturday for lunch. Hopefully this was just a one-off, but if you're looking for good Cajun boiled crawfish, this is not it. We started off with 6 lbs (group of 4) of their regular crawfish. First off, they put the Cajun seasoning on outside/shell (!!), which is a cardinal sin for Cajuns. They also minimally seasoned the boil, so the meat was lacking salt and flavor. We ordered 3 more lbs with the "wet sauce" (garlic butter), thinking the lack of flavor may be attributed to this being the first-ish batch of the day. Nope, the second batch was even less seasoned than the first. The sauce was good, but it didn't make up for the unseasoned meat. The crawfish were a good size, at least... Come on guys, I expect more from a Gulf Coast seafood restaurant!

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    Inside - back area seating

    Josephine's Gulf Coast Tradition - Banana Pudding-$10. Would've loved more cookies! Rich and filling!

    Banana Pudding-$10. Would've loved more cookies! Rich and filling!

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    Field & Tides - Shrimp and grits. Unique in that the grits were done as small cakes.

    Field & Tides

    4.2(708 reviews)
    0.1 miThe Heights
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    I am mad I found field and tides when I'm on my way out of the city. It is so delicious and the…read morestaff is so friendly. The first time I can solo during a slower day and sat at the bar. You can tell the staff really cares about each other. I got the fried chicken piccata and pimento cheese fritters and one of the whiskey cocktails. And I mean to tell you I CLEANED MY PLATE. there was nothing left. Everything was so fresh and seasoned and delicious. A few weeks later I came on a Saturday night with friends and the service was a bit slower and table options were limited. We were still comfortable and just had a to wait a long time. We got our appetizers before our drinks. The crab toast wasn't my fave but I liked the pimento cheese fritters again. My friend and I both got the shrimp and grits dish and once again cleaned our plates. My other friend got the chicken picatta and loved it as well. I got a chicken to go.

    I've had field and tides bookmarked on my yelp for quite some time. So I was very excited to visit…read morelast weekend for brunch! The restaurant feels very cozy. There's two homes converted into a restaurant with plenty of outdoor seating as well. It was a beautiful, sunny day so we decided to sit under the shade outside. For drinks we ordered sangria and pineapple mimosas. The blueberry ginger pancakes seemed like a hit based on reviews so I ordered that as my entree. The portion size was huge so it was very filling. The ginger was not overwhelming at all and really complemented the sweetness of the blueberry toppings. I also ordered a the pork belly deviled eggs which were pretty yummy as well. My fiancé ordered the gumbo which was very savory and filled with the perfect combo of shrimp, chicken and andouille sausage. The service was good as well. Our waiter checked on us several times throughout our meal. Very solid brunch spot in the heights!

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    Full Bar

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    State of Grace - Texas Blue Crab Hushpuppies

    State of Grace

    4.4(1.1k reviews)
    3.9 miRiver Oaks
    $$$

    Wow! I'm not sure what I expected when booking a resy for brunch on a Sunday at State of Grace, but…read moreit completely exceeded my expectations. Extremely kind service from the hosts through the entire team. The best balance of conversational and storytelling without being overbearing. We never felt rushed and they made the experience feel personal, and felt we truly got to know the restaurant and reasoning behind a few of the dishes just through their excitement. We ordered coffees along with the crab hush puppies, gumbo, avocado toast, and ended with their massive cinnamon roll. It was the perfect spread and everything was so flavorful! (My only critique was I wish the cinnamon roll was warmed up and served with a bit more icing). The interior was fabulous with an amazing aroma. I would highly recommend for anywhere from an intimate date to a group brunch! Beautiful bar as well, I cannot wait to come again another night for dinner. Upon exit, we were also departed with a complimentary cookie - super cute touch!

    Celebrated a special occasion at State of Grace. Mainly valet parking…read more Jamilia was an AWESOME waitress. Appreciated her humor and talking to her! She provided excellent service along with her assistant, Jonathan. Enjoyed an espresso martini & tried some of the carajillo! Appetizers were the highlight of this meal (minus the hamachi crudo; sauce was super weird). Enjoyed the woodfried oysters (6pc) & gulf crab hushpuppies. Oysters from Texas & Alabama were delicious! Faves were Key Allegro, Mermaid Tears, & Matagorda Pearls. Capo Hugo was alright. Sides: pommes puree (whipped potato) & wood grilled asparagus - these were good Got a bite of the overpriced burger and that was the best entree out of the ones that were ordered. Fries were delicious and addicting too! Classic blackened redfish was ok; nothing special. Le Entrecôte (steak frites) was also ok; some steak pieces were hard to chew. Was NOT a fan of the lobster fettuccine. Surprisingly bland and barely any lobster meat for the cost of that dish. Ended the night with dessert. Basque cheesecake tasted great! Banana foster was pretty good. Grab a cookie on the way out of the restaurant! Don't see myself coming back here for dinner, but I'm open to trying their brunch menu.

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    State of Grace - Beautiful bar area with great lighting for selfies

    Beautiful bar area with great lighting for selfies

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