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Crawfish Cafe

4.1 (304 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Crawfish Beignets
HsiaoCheng W.

We were visiting Orange Pocket (again) and decided to pop in here for a late night snack. Wasn't really in the mood for a whole meal so got a couple of appetizers - the crawfish cheesebread and the crawfish beignets. They both taste pretty much like they look in the pics. Although I was told they're different, I kinda felt the filling of the beignets tasted too similar to the topping of the cheesebread, such that I'd probably opt for just one or the other next time. Staff was friendly. Outside tables were wobbly. We changed tables only to find the new table was equally as wobbly. Their menu has wings, poboys and fried seafood platters. But most people were eating boiled crawfish as one would expect. I'd probably try that if we ever come back again.

Blak B.

This is your neighborhood no frills crawfish boil restaurant. We went on a Monday for lunch and it was pretty busy. Skylar was our waitress and she did a great job juggling tables from inside and out on the patio like a rockstar! App was the crawfish egg rolls and they were delicious. Yummmm. Then I opted for the shrimp and grits and Im soooo glad I did. Every bite was mmm mmm good(sorry Campbell soup) lol. My bestie had a medium spiced crawfish boil and she thoroughly enjoyed it as well. This restaurant is #BarbieApproved

Diem A.

I've been to the Crawfish Café in the Heights many times so was confident that The Woodlands location would be equally as good. I wasn't wrong. The crawfish were fresh and well-cooked. The portions were generous, and there was a good variety of sauces and spice levels to choose from. The shrimp were plump and buttery. The catfish was crispy and the fried rice was moist and flavorful. The atmosphere is casual and lively. Service was friendly and attentive. Free parking is available in a nearby garage.

Michelle O.

I chose the (6) fried shrimp (panko-battered and a little burnt) and (1) catfish filet (tender and blackened) platter that comes with (2) sides. The catfish and shrimp are available blackened for all the fried platters. The side of fried rice has bits of egg, green onion, bell peppers, and slim sausage half moons. It's less fried rice and more tossed hot rice mix. The side of garlic noodles comes thickly coated with garlic-butter and cheese. The yuzu tartar sauce and thick cocktail sauce are chunky and flavorful. I tried some of the crawfish and shrimp boil with lemon and Cajun seasonings. The flesh was cooked well, but the shrimp seemed a little salty. There's a washing area with (2) sinks on the way to the restrooms.

$43(Market price)  worth of Snow crab
Brandi J.

So delicious! I visited on a Friday night after a long week and what a treat this was. Upon walking in we were seated promptly. They had plenty of staff and the service flowed very smoothly. Our server was great! He made suggestions, checked on us frequently and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. Each dish was a 5/5!

Crayfish and rice
Jason B.

Food and weather was perfect. The atmosphere was the icing on the cake. But the food was seasoned to perfection.

Shrimp snack pack
Fallon L.

I've been here several times now and they never disappoint. Never a long wait, service is always friendly and the food is consistently delicious! I appreciate their variety and price friendly options as well. Some of my favorite dishes are the smack bowls, fresh boiled seafood bags and newly introduced crawfish beignets. I first tried these at a festival in The Woodlands last year (thanks Yelp!), so I'm DEFINITELY glad this is a staple on the menu. Drinks are refreshing as well. It's kinda a one stop shop and I love it.

Fried Flounder, Crawfish, Grilled Oysters

What a great place for family & friends. We've been here on multiple occasions and Quynh is an awesome server who is friendly, attentive, and also single we think. The food is always consistent and delicious. Finger licking good, even better than Red Lobster. We hope she stays on this team for a while longer before she sets off on her life's journey down give her a raise! She sells a lot of crawfish, well at least for us. Clean place, just enough TVs & great atmosphere. Would highly recommend. Oh and Adam is a great server too!

Emily was very kind when i was-picking up my doordash order. I door-dash here all the time and the staff are always nice.

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Been here multiple times, and each time there has been great service and even better food!

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Serein was great - really helped us figure out our order and everything was delicious!

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14 days ago

Outstanding Food and Customer Service! Nancy M is Amazing!!!!!!! We always get her when we visit, Great Service!

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Eileen great customer service! She made sure everything was in order and good was delicious. Thank youuuuuu so much

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Very fun restaurant, the food came out quick and was great. The serve was really nice and patient

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great service today from Adela. The food always great . can't beat shrimp dinner deal

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Food was great! Definitely packed the flavor serein was a great server atmosphere was family friendly and a great vibe

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serein was awesome! very attentive! She was very welcoming! Food was great! she grabbed us refills and the food came out quick and hot

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Be faster waited 10,000 years food good but took forever L 1 star not good disappointment

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6 months ago

Really good seafood. Lots of spice. I didn't get ice cream, and they gave me some. It is easy to peel the seafood there to.

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4 months ago

Great seafood, great service, broad menu and amazing flavors. Highly recommended giving this a try.

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