Business looked a bit slow for Saturday dinner. Servers were friendly and attentive. Overall the food and seafood quality were good. I tried the fried calamari appetizer, garlic noodles, garlic bread, Cap't Louis mild sauce with snow crab legs, shrimp, clams, scallops, sausage, and broccoli (steamed or boiled). Each bag already comes with a potato and corn. Scallops were fairly large. Snow crab legs were easy to eat and delicious. Clam shells were large, but not much meat inside. The seasoning was tasty and had a decent spice kick. The more pounds you order, the more sides you get. They have a list of market prices. They don't have alcohol, which seems like a missed opportunity. We would've loved to have a drink. It is nice to have a seafood boil option in that area. They give bibs, gloves, and a disposable dish. I wish the water was served in washable cups for less plastic waste. There is meter parking. read more

Overview: Came here with one of my besties and the food was soooo good. We definitely want to come back! The service was fine and the ambiance and fun! What was ordered: 3lb boiler combo, capt loui sauce, medium spicy, with 1 whole and 1 cluster Dungeness crab, crawfish, side of corn and side of garlic noodles Stand outs: The Dungeness crab body Would I come back/recommend: Yes - I would definitely come back Yes - I would definitely recommend read more

Cap't Loui - Pick 3 LB with Dungeness crab and crawfish - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

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My friend wanted to check out this business since they have been advertising on every local Facebook group. I was skeptical because they barely have any customers every time I walk by it. The inside is lit up very very brightly and modern R&B is playing loudly. The vibes are so mixed for a sea food place... I immediately wanted to leave, but my friend convinced me to stay. We were seated, and ordered x1 peach and x1 strawberry lemonades ($6.75 each) which were probably the highlight of our meal; x1 Fisherman's Platter with Sweet Potato Fries ($29.95) - bleh, I usually enjoy a platter but not even a fish tasted good... my friend who eats sea food almost daily also did not like the platter; x2 1/2 Dozen Fresh Oysters ($33.90) - I actually enjoyed them that is why we ended up ordering x2; x1 Garlic Bread ($4.95) - my friend liked it and I didn't. I wanted an alcoholic drink, but this location doesn't have its liquor license yet - they only serve wine and soju which I wasn't in the mood for neither. The service was good. Our waitress was attentive and fluent about the menu. We gave this place a try... but wont be back (maybe for the lemonades) ... just not our cup of tea I guess. read more

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No reservations, walked in on a Tuesday afternoon, no wait. It was pretty empty and freezing inside. Large, open space. No alcohol just beer, wine & soju. They have $1 oysters on Tuesdays & lunch specials until 3pm. The service was great, our waiter Minn Kah was very friendly. The food took awhile to come out, everything was delicious! Worth the wait. Started with the fried calamari basket served with fries, the Cajun fries were sooo good, perfectly spiced. For the boil we got 1 pound of shrimp in the signature sauce, & 1 pound of snow crab legs in the lemon pepper sauce. The lemon pepper sauce is way more flavorful than the signature sauce. We love spice so opted for the hot and extra hot. The oysters were very fresh & meaty. read more

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We came here on July 4th for lunch and it was relatively empty - no need for a reservation. They recommend a pound or so per person. We got the 3 pound boil, which comes with one small piece of cob and one small round potato in total (not per person). It also comes with 2 sides - we got the lemon pepper fries (hot, crispy, and thicker than McD fries) and broccoli (which comes in the boil). The broccoli soaked up the sauce, which we got the med spice Capt Loui sauce - delicious although it has a kick still and was a little too spicy for my friends. The dungeness crab, snow crab, shrimp (head off - so much easier to peel), and calamari were all good. The calamari was the easiest to eat obviously, and it was tenderly cooked - I'd definitely recommend this. We ended up staying here close to 2 hours, so budgetl accordingly. read more

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It really is a 3.5* though not fully a 4* yet. This restaurant location had been changing cuisines and names since the fire that happened a few years ago. This was a relatively new restaurant. We went on a rainy Friday night so there were only a few tables with customers at 6:00PM. We had a few questions before ordering. We believe the waitress helping us was new and didn't know the information andhad to go check with someone else. After the third question, the other waiter came with her to answer our questions including whether the chicken meat is dark or white meat. The pricing was listed on the blackboard above us, which was not the most convenient/visible if you are sitting by the wall. Have some patience. We ordered: - Chicken Po' Boy Sandwich with fries - Pick 2 lbs Combo with 1 corn and 1 potato * Snow Crab * Shrimp (head on) Sauce: Cap't Loui Spice: Mild (Note: x-hot and higher has an additional cost). * Free Side: Garlic Noodles - this was addictive. The seafood items in the bottom of the bag had more taste than the ones on the top. Will have to go back and try out the other items. read more

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The clams were big and delicious. The crawfish was really soft, which I'm not used to. The sauce was a bit too sweet for me, it was good otherwise. The clam chowder smelled really clammy but didn't taste as clammy. It was good! The Cajun fries were sweet, which is probably why the capt loui sauce was really sweet. read more

Cap't Loui - Clams & crawfish - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

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I believe they're still having a Grand Opening. I really hope this one sticks as the store front keeps on changing ownership. As everything is fairly new the staff didn't know how to answer our questions. I'm not sure if they thought this through as Mad For Chicken has seafood boil. It took us awhile to place an order as the prices weren't clear and you can only see it on the wall of the restaurant. We got the 2lbs combo, it didn't seem like a lot of food. We got the head on shrimp and snow crab that came with corn and 2 small potatoes. The sauce we chose was Capt Loui and got it medium spice. It wasn't mixed throughly so the sauce and spice were all towards the bottom of the bag. Since it came with a side, i ended up mixing the garlic noodles with the sauce. They should really look into working out their kinks. read more

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First time visiting this new restaurant that just opened up in Sunnyside. Don't come here unless you don't want to get your hands dirty (gloves are provided tho to help with that). We ordered the Boiler bag combo; 3 lbs (for a party of 4) headless shrimp, and muscles, with potatoes and corn included in the sauces. You get to choose your spice level. We went with Medium which felt spicier than expected. We also got the calamari and Cajun fries, and the garlic pasta. You get your very own cute bibs while you eat. Nice open space. Looking forward to seeing what this place will turn into. Looking forward to more drink options and the bar service. Will come again. read more

Cap't Loui - The Seafood Boiler Special Pick 3 lbs - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

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Good service. All the levels of spice and flavor are delicious! The shellfish is full (not overcooked or smaller than the shell) and the clams & oysters are cleaned thoroughly, no gritty crunching. The drink menu as well as the food menu has alot of tasty choices. Overall very satisfying and clean atmosphere. read more

If you're looking for a fancy spot then don't go there. If you want a delicious seafood and great service that's the spot for you. It was our first time and we didn't know what to expect. We ordered 3 pounds of seafood each and oh my.. everything was fresh, delicious and just how we wanted. Giant mussels, shrimp and calamari and everything cooked to perfection. We couldn't finish it all ( 3 pounds is definitely way too much for one person) so we took what was left home. We will be back! read more

Good seafood boil spot in the neighborhood! Their sauce is tasty and their shrimp was a good size. They have specials where you can get sides for free depending on the number of pounds you order. The service was great and the waitresses were very attentive. Because they recently opened, they are still setting up a bar area. The interior is spacious and can fit big groups. Happy this spot opened up! read more

Cap't Loui - Mango Lemonade - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

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Ordered this place on seamless and can say I was not disappointed! I loved the creamy clam chowder generously portions of potato and clam with great flavor. The oyster crackers tasted bit old but they were prepackaged so who knows. I got the snow crab boil with capt lou sauce in mild it was nice and had a good kick I wouldn't call it mild lol but i enjoyed it. Also i ordered extra side of corn which was great. Will order again. read more

My husband and I are so happy to have a legit seafood boil spot in the neighborhood! We've been here twice already and the quality has been good. The first time we came, we ordered the Pick 3lbs combo (hot) with crab, and crawfish, sausage and garlic noodles, and the fried shrimp basket with lemon pepper fries. Everything was really good but the lemon pepper seasoning has a sweetness to it, which I didn't expect. I probably wouldn't order that again. The heat level was solid and it does build. The second time we came, we decided to try the $1 oysters as well as the Pick 2lbs combo (hot) with crab, headless shrimp, and the garlic bread. We also tried the lemonade and mango Cap(t)risuns, which are non-alcoholic. The oysters are pretty big and had a light flavor, not too briny though I love a briny oyster. The only issue I had were the bones in the oyster, which I'm not used to having to pick out after slurping one down. Not a fan of that and will probably not get the oysters again. Though if you don't mind this, $1 is pretty solid. The seafood boil was great as usual and the drinks were great. My husband thought the lemonade was too sweet but I thought my mango was just right. The overall service is great and our servers have always been friendly and kind. You can tell they're still working out the kinks of a new place with new staff (i.e. not receiving flatware after our food arrives, a little slow taking away finished dishes). I wouldn't say it contributed to a bad experience at all though. Our server tonight was Cho and she was as attentive as she could be. There were only 2 servers this evening and there was a good amount of people tonight. I will flag that they need to refill the soap bottle in the bathroom with actual soap vs. soap + water. Given the fact that it's a seafood boil, your hands get really gross and dirty. The first time I was there, it was legit soap. Tonight, I had to pump half the bottle to get a good suds and even then my hands didn't feel clean. Please refill with real soap. Definitely stop by this place and try their delicious food! I'm looking forward to stopping by for lunch as well since the prices aren't bad at all. read more

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Food was very good, The staff was was very attentive and nice. Clean and pretty inside.

Having been to quite a few seafood boil restaurants in recent years, I had high hopes for my first Cap't Loui experience at the Sunnyside location. I went with my brother for dinner, and we both had New England clam chowder to start, and then he had the lobster roll and I had the lobster boil. I usually ask for the sauce on the side so I can keep my seafood as pure as possible and control how much I'm taking in, but our server said that wasn't possible, which was kind of disappointing. The clam chowder was okay. I liked the consistency and flavor overall, but it was very potato-heavy, so the clams got somewhat lost. My brother seemed to like his lobster roll, which came with very crispy and nicely seasoned fries. My lobster was extremely overcooked, dry, and chewy, and it made me question whether that was why I was not allowed to get the sauce on the side. I understand that most of these Cajun boil spots don't have live lobsters on site and generally serve previously frozen seafood, but the other places I've been to in Forest Hills, Jackson Heights, Brooklyn, and Manhattan have figured out how to cook them from frozen while maintaining a fresher, plumper texture. I would consider returning to this place but would likely go for another dish rather than the boil. It wasn't worth the money for me. I also agree with other reviewers that they could offer more than one small potato and 1/3 ear of corn with each boil. read more

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We came here during the winter and unfortunately their heat was not working, but the seafood broil still tasted amazing. We also tried the garlic noodles and garlic bread. Everything was really good! We will return now that it's warmer. read more

Cap't Loui - Garlic Noodles - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

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Place was spacious and was clean. Service was good. Food was mid, the shrimp was way too over cooked. First seafood boil where I was disappointed in shrimp. Also one corn and potato for 4 pounds isn't very reasonable. read more

Cap't Loui - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

Service was wondering as well as the crab legs and shrimp. The potatoes were huge, needed cooked a little longer. Love the atmosphere! Amazing funnel cake fries! read more

Great Tuesday $1 oysters. And great sides. Friendly staff makes it a fun time! I'll come again for sure!

Got the soft wheel crab po'boy. It was good. Bread was crisp! Cajun fries weren't soggy. They were short staffed and only had one girl waiting all the tables so it was slow. Not her fault but a manager should have stepped up to the plate and didn't. read more

We went there 3 days ago. I am puzzled to find the MP next to the soft-shell crab basket. But you hand over a sheet to identify MP the seafood that needs to tell the prices. However, the list omits soft shell crab a price. The waitress told us it was $14.95. My husband ordered the basket, and I chose the lobster roll which was good. My husband liked the crab basket so much he planned to come back. Last night, we were there again. I was going to order the soft-shell crab basket instead of the lobster. When we questioned the MP this menu item the waitress told us $19.95 ($4 more). At that time, we decided we wouldn't be coming for a long time again. Now to the ordering. The waitress was not sure the fries come with the crab when I showed her that "fries of your choice come with the basket" She thought we order from the "Sides" on the menu. She didn't get it until I showed her the menu and told her I that my order was the same basket as my husband and gave her the ordered with the lemon pepper fries. My husband's order arrived, and we started. BYT those lemon pepper fries are the best we ever tasted. BUT I didn't get my order, so we called the waitress over. She was not aware I ordered. She said another person took the order before she came to our table In conclusion, we liked the food very much. Issues in this are: The menu has some confusing information. Fix the MP for the basket order. Then all staff should be given more training and understand the menu. read more

This seafood boil exceeded my expectations. Friendly staff, cozy atmosphere and super clean. The food was incredibly delicious. Highly recommend! read more

Cap't Loui - Seafood Boiler Special - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

I experienced that rare feeling of belonging here. Staff adjusted to our timeline and provided great care. This restaurant creates dishes with notable refinement. This place exceeds industry standards. I recommended this great restaurant. read more

I wanted enough experiences here to give an informed opinion. Their ingredients taste like they matter. Cap't Loui gets my recommendation every time. Everyone working here treats you like family. If only I lived nearby this wonderful place! read more

Loved the lobster roll--super fresh and full of flavor. The fries were tasty, and the strawberry lemonade was the perfect sweet touch. Friendly service and great food all around! read more

Cap't Loui - lobster roll - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Sunnyside, New York

The new Sunnyside place is awesome had a lobster roll that was packed and tasty great place...!!

Service was really good. Food was really good and flavorful we got 3lbs of everything and had to add another pound of the clams. The capt Loui sauce was on point. Everything was extremely clean and the bathroom adding mouthwash is an amazing touch after having their seafood boil. Overall good first experience. Will be coming back! read more

The staff was absolutely amazing!! We came here with 3 young kids (all ages 3) and you already know what kind of experience that is. They were so patient and accommodating. The pasta was so delicious too!!! read more

Just terrible. 1 corn and 2 small potatoes in a 2 pound bag? The quantity served was much less of what we ordered.

I ordered a pound of blue crab. These are the worst crabs I've ever had in my life. I knew something was immediately wrong because every single last crab was soft. There was no solid chunk of meat in any of the crabs they were all soft and mushy. They taste disgusting. Waste of money and I couldn't even get a refund . Will never order from here again read more

Amazing food and I love the dessert. the seasoning is perfect. The restaurant also had a chill atmosphere and the service was good. they were very nice and respectful read more