Good but expected better. Plenty of outdoor seating a few inside. Food - New Orleans Trio ($22.00), Gumbo not too flavorful (expected better), Crawfish Ettouffee' ok, Red Beans & Rice boring, no flavor, disappointing. Just looked like canned kidney beans with white rice. - Fried pickle spears were good ($8.50) - Fried chicken was good, not mind blowing. - Fried shrimp was plump and great flavor. Fried okra was good as well, not slimy. - Beignets was amazing and covered with powdered sugar. The best thiunbg we had here. ($5.25) - Bread pudding had good flavor but too mushy for us. ($6.50) The food too quite a while to get once ordered and thew service was ok. I would probably go back but have had much better Cajun food. read more

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Small restaurant with delicious authentic Cajun food! Service was excellent and all of our food came out hot. read more

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How we got here: Union Hall was closed. I love to go to Union Hall when I'm in Waco because everyone can get what they want. Cajun Craft came up on my maps as a restaurant that wasn't too far away. I checked Yelp, as I always do, and the reviews were great. Pulling up: The outside appearance is most definitely an eye sore, but due to the raving Yelp reviews, I figured this was a hole in a wall and the food was about to blow us away. Red flag number one. Cleanliness: The restrooms are outside so as we were waiting to use the restroom, an employee walked out of the bathroom with an apron on. After we used the restroom, we noticed there wasn't any soap. The employee that just walked out of the restroom with the apron most likely didn't have soap either. There wasn't soap in either restroom. Red flag number two. Food & Ordering: You order your food at the counter and they'll bring your food to you. The food took a while for them to make and for us to receive our food. After the long wait, we were eager to dive in and eat. I ordered the Bayou Etouffee and the rice was overcooked and mostly warm, with some bites being cold. The roux wasn't good at all. It tasted like something that might have been frozen or bought from the store where you just add water to a mix. It was pretty horrible. The boudin balls were okay. This place really deserves 1.5 stars, but I gave it 2 stars since the food was edible. read more

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I was in the area and Cajun Craft came up as a highly-rated restaurant on Google reviews. I was looking forward to trying it out because of this. Cajun Craft was easy to find, with a small parking lot in the front of their building. As I entered I was greeted immediately. The lady was very friendly and helped me select some food options. She exhibited great customer service. I ordered the Gator fried basket. The gator was very good and tasted like flavorful fried chicken. The remoulade sauce was good as well. The hush puppies were good too but they only put two in an $18 meal! I didn't try the ranch. HOWEVER, the portion was too small. As you can see from the picture 10 very small pieces for $18! I also ordered a catfish fillet at $5 this was also small. I was very disappointed. Luckily it tasted good, but not worth the small portion size. The Gumbo was average in flavor however the small portion was $6 not bad. The mashed potatoes with boudin gravy were good. Nothing was spectacular here. If the portion size was larger I could recommend this place. I would pass unless you want to see if they have increased the portion size since my review. read more

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Best chicken tenders! Best service from Chi-Chi! Catfish was so crispy. I dream of this food! Our large family enjoyed the bang-bang shrimp, fried pickles, poutine, catfish & fried shrimp basket, jambalaya, fish tacos, gumbo, chicken tenders with boudin gravy, bread pudding, nutella bread pudding, and beignets. Everything was delicious, affordable and fresh. The service was the best. Highly recommend!!! read more

Food here is what you want it to be - flavorful, fresh, tasty, mouth melting.. goes on. Service is great too, they're attentive and really sweet. Casual seating both inside and outside. Only reason for 4 stars was due to the wait. Food takes a long minute but, worth it! read more

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There's wasn't any wait when I arrived. The order is placed at the register, you receive a number and find a seat. Food came out promptly- Hot & SPICY, like I like it. I only ordered the Crawfish Etouffe-Poutin Fries, which is an appetizer but also a sufficient lunch portion. It was mostly enjoyable, but something wasn't fresh. I could taste it, but couldn't pinpoint which ingredient it was. Id still recommend it. read more

Cajun Craft - Etouffee Fries - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Waco, Texas

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You won't be disappointed! Chi Chi was warm and welcoming. Food was outstanding and reasonably priced. Will be recommending to friends and family. Perfect indoor/outdoor seating options. read more

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Highly recommend!! Great Cajun food. Really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Great service too!

The decor is cozy and the staff is friendly and accommodating, providing fast service. However, the food is definitely the shining star of this establishment. That is one of the most delicious meals I have ever had. We were told the fried food was not dropped until it was ordered and you could taste the freshness. The crawfish etouffee had just the right amount of spice without overpowering the richness of the other flavors. And the catfish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside without being dry. All of this rested on the fluffiest bed of rice. My husband demolished the chicken as soon as it was cool enough to eat. I sampled his sides. The mac-n-cheese was creamy and smooth. The fries were lightly crispy and dusted with the most delicious seasoning. I wish they sold that by the jar. I would have left with three! I don't often find myself in Waco, but this will definitely be my go-to meal stop anytime I'm passing through. read more

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We were in Waco a few hours so I could complete a project. We had a late lunch at Cajun Craft. This was the best fried chicken I've had in years. The batter was crisp and flavorful. The meat was tender and juicy. Our vegetables were the fried okra, mac & cheese, loaded mash potatoes and cole slaw. All were great except the slaw which was just okay. Their jalapeno cornbread was also nice. If we're ever in this direction again, we'll definitely stop in. read more

Stopped by for lunch and we were thoroughly impressed with this place. The food was great with a very good serving size for the prices. The housemade sauces were excellent and added so much flavor to everything. The staff was very friendly and answered any questions we had. The ambience inside was nice. It's small and cozy inside. We will keep this place on our list of go tos. read more

Cajun craft located in the heart of Waco Texas. If you got a hankering for some Cajun food this place will set you up. I started off with crab stuff, bacon jalapeños. They were very tasty. Then I went to the main course to Bayou étouffée. That entrée was truly a treat. This restaurant is very clean. The atmosphere is hypnotic. Because you're in Waco, Texas, having Louisiana Cajun food. Also, the staff are very helpful when you walk up to the counter and make an order. So the next time you want something or just a tad bit different from your American taste buds. Stop in on this place. You'll be glad you did. read more

The food was absolutely incredible. Kind staff and easy ordering process. We tried a variety of items and it was all incredible.

This is our 2nd time eating Cajun Craft and it was delicious both times. This round, we got the Catfish Atchafalaya, New Orleans Trio, and fried pickles - and loved all of it. We picked up food to go, but still received the southern hospitality experience. I was immediately greeted upon arrival and welcomed in. They helped to check through my order, identify my items, and the manager even helped me out to my car with my order. Awesome service and delicious eats! Check them out! read more

Great service! Great food! We loved the quiet ambiance and hospitality. Would recommend!

Did an online order and when I arrived I was greeted with a super friendly staff that was just amazing. Food was on time and exactly what I ordered. Everything was well seasoned and nothing was soggy just crispy as it should be. Highly recommend will be back next time I'm in town. read more

Cajun Craft - Fish, shrimp, oysters, hush puppies, okra, chicken tenders and some gumbo. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Waco, Texas

You can see for yourself with the tons of reviews.. This place is so yummy. The whole environment is cute and cozy, with a friendly staff, followed up by the delicious food. It's definitely worth a try! You might become a regular. read more

Indulge in their delicious made-to-order Cajun cuisine! Every bite is worth the wait, bringing the authentic flavors of Louisiana straight to your plate. Enjoy the experience! read more

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this place is stupid good. the atmosphere is super casual. the staff was so friendly and you could tell they're a happy team starter was these bacon wrapped, crab stuffed, jalapeños. they could have maaaybe benefited from some more cream cheese, but i'm nitpicking. the spicy sweet bbq sauce drizzled on top added great dimension to the flavor and they were cooked perfectly (i love me some crispy bacon) it was a great appetizer that really had me looking forward to what's next. catfish basket - freakin delicious. catfish was crispy, hot, and well seasoned. the seasoned fries might be the best fries i ever had. the hush puppies were perfect. so often (at other places) they can be too dense or dry or bland... none of that here. i only wish there were more of them. cajun trio - freakin delicious. etouffee and gumbo were similar, if you're feeling seafood, go with the etouffee, if not, the gumbo is where you wanna be. the red beans and rice is fantastic with both we stumbled on this place on the way from dallas to austin and honestly, it was the highlight of the whole trip. i'll find a reason to go back to waco to try more of their menu read more

Cajun Craft - catfish basket - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Waco, Texas

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This place is AMAZING! One of my new favorite places in Waco! Definitely recommend Crawfish Étouffée, hush puppies, fried pickles (fried pickle spears), and jambalaya! 10/10 on the soft drink machine too! It is a fun environment, casual, yet unique. An extremely kind gentleman brought our food and checked on us several times even though this place doesn't technically have "waiters". Great service! Tell your friends! read more

Never ever disappoints! Reminds me of New Orleans, includes great customer service. We try something new every time we come.

Me and my wife decided to stop here and grab the fried boudin balls, fried catfish basket and fried softshell crab with red beans and rice , first things first the service was decent , we ordered online so not much interaction but the interaction we did have with the staff was friendly and informative. The overall ambiance of the restaurant was also cool , it gave a cozy feel. As for the food.... The boudin balls were AMAZING crunchy and full of flavor ! Also they were a very nice size and portions . The fish was ok but the fries were beyond bland , presentation on meals was out of this world though! Lastly the soft shell crab, I've been waiting a very long time to try softshell crab and these were fried to perfection. BUT it is very very very salt heavy and wish they could tone that down a bit . Also i did not receive my red beans and rice just the bland fries but all in all a pretty good place read more

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FOOD WAS SOOOO FLAVORFUL. Very New Orleans Cajun authentic. The service was amazing, they provided specialized service and were very sweet. The place was clean and well decorated. Very flavorful and filling. Would recommend!! read more

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I had a shrimp poboy enjoyed it very much. Everyone was very nice and welcomed us with smiles. A must go back again

The food is amazing and the service is wonderful. I was catching up with an old friend there so we were there for a long time. The staff was so friendly and even brought out some fresh beignets! So generous and so welcoming. The beignets were fluffy with just right amount of sugar! read more

Cajun Craft - Jambalaya, fried chicken platter with Mac and cheese and fried okra - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Food was great and so flavorful. Service was great and very attentive. The ambiance Was rustic but perfect for type of food. read more

Cajun Craft - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Waco, Texas

Stumbled upon this place Saturday and will definitely be back! The fried catfish and crawfish étouffée were amazing!

Incredible food, service, and ambiance!! i'm from southern california and will be coming back!! shoutout to Chichi!! Must order the boom boom shrimp, fried shrimp, cornbread, and beignets! best cajun food i've ever had here, amazing service, incredible kind staff and such a good time. cannot recommend enough!! special shoutout to the staff!! read more

I've had a lot of good southern/cajun food...this was so good! I live in college station & we have no good southern food. I go to Louisiana a lot & grew up on Mississippi food & this place made my tummy happy! read more

A bit empty for 5 pm on a Wednesday. I tried there Jambalaya and is good. There is no need for hot sauce. Good quantity but a bit pricy. The place is very nice and the music is retro and relaxing. Will be back for the gator po boy. read more

Cajun Craft - Jambalaya. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Waco, Texas

The food was excellent from the gumbo to the fried chicken to the jalapeño corn bread to the hush puppies. Better than that was the service. My man went to another level with his customer interactions. Brought us some beignets to top it off. Will be going back asap. read more

hi, as a visitor of Waco, finding this small yet flavorful place was such a wonderful experience to the amazing staff to the incredible food such as the boom boom shrimp, jambalaya, and fried chicken. The food is reasonably price/ cheap for what the portions are and the flavor profile were fantastic! I could not be more pleased and estatic about this place. Shoutout to Chi ChI, the man who made the experience even more memorable and enjotable. I would absolutely recommend this place to stop by!! read more

MOST INCREDIBLE FOOD! Everything we had was absolutely incredible, the catfish, the boom boom shrimp, the tacos, jambalaya, gumbo, the cornbread, THE CHICKEN (well worth every minute you wait, it's made fresh), the beignets are so wonderful. Mr Chi Chi was an absolute delight, the staff was incredibly friendly and inside is clean, cute and well kept. I will be coming back here every time I come to Waco. read more

Wow! I'm in town for my graduation from Baylor and we passed this place on the way back to the hotel and decided to make it our dinner option and am I so glad we did! Immediately when we walked in there was a warm demeanor with bit smiles and assistance with the menu. The environment was warm and beautifully lit and we were attemded to the entire time. I will note - it is an intimate space so I would call ahead if you have anything over 7 people to ensure space is available. Every single thing we ordered WAS DELICIOUS. My spouse got the catfish atchafalaya and I ordered the seafood platter with extra shrimp and it was to die for. We had the beignets to finish and they were soft and delicious. Every flavor was present, the portions were great and it was fresh! We may be back tomorrow. read more

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An unassuming little place that packs big, authentic cajun flavor. The roux is always where it's at with creole food, and there's is exceptional. I especially loved the crawfish etouffee and the read beans and rice. The ambiance was very quaint - my wife and I had a wonderful time just relaxing and talking outside on the porch, and we never felt rushed. Staff was very friendly! read more

The food was amazing. Honestly think it was the best catfish I ever had! Also loved the service ChiChi was very attentive, helpful and had good southern hospitality. Felt like we were somewhere else. Had a great atmosphere! Definitely coming back! (Also loved that the doggo could come along for the little get away) read more

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Was in the area for a game and seen a few tik tok videos, great reviews on google and yelp. This place is a hidden gem! Definitely recommend when in the Waco/Silo. Dining area was very cozy, clean and decorated for the holiday. The food, staff and service was amazing! Staff continued to check on us to ensure everything was okay. Seasoning was on point, great flavor, and seafood was fresh. Price was very reasonable! Worth a visit. read more

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The red beans platter was quite delicious, reminiscent of my New Orleans heritage! Conveniently located in downtown Waco... quaint, sufficiently spaced for people to sit down and enjoy their food! Try it! You'll like it! read more

The food was delicious and flavorful. I highly recommend eating here if you find yourself in the Waco area!