Crawfish

Crawfish, also known as crayfish, crawdads or mudbugs to some visitors, are freshwater crustaceans found in the swamps and marshes of south Louisiana. Crawfish have become as much a staple of Cajun & Creole culinary culture as the accordion or fiddle is to our music. The crawfish season differs from year to year depending on the weather conditions, but the true season typically lasts from January to June with March, April and May being the peak months. With such a short season it's no wonder people wait in anticipation all year long for when their favorite crawfish spot opens up. Well, the wait is finally over because it's crawfish season y'all!

We've compiled a list of restaurants that are currently serving crawfish in and around the Lafayette area.

If you know of any other restaurants that are serving boiled crawfish let us know by contacting us and we'll add them to the list. Happy peeling!

Restaurants Serving Boiled Crawfish in Lafayette, LA

  • 175 Frontage Rd.
  • (337) 393-2780

Family-style restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere. We take great pride in serving the highest quality food leaving you asking for more. Proud to serve Louisiana seafood and a full menu.

  • 2815 Grand Point Hwy.
  • (337) 667-6148

Specializing in boiled crawfish, as well as many other fried and grilled Louisiana seafood items, the restaurant offers a large variety of classic Cajun dishes & platters, top grade beef & pasta dishes, as well as award winning specials. All served with uniquely Cajun…

  • 4309 Johnston St.
  • (337) 981-1141

Flagship of a Louisiana chain furnishing Cajun-style seafood in a spacious, marine-themed setting. We’ve spent more than 80 years creating a recipe for something much greater than a place for a lunch break or night out. It’s a place to share (or keep the whole plate to yourself)…

  • 4800 Johnston St.
  • (337) 984-3706

For decades now, we have been offering real Lafayette, Louisiana cuisine in a clean and inviting atmosphere. We are a full service restaurant, and we also offer catering services. Our menu includes plate lunches, BBQ, seasonal crawfish, salads, wraps, hamburgers, and a whole lot…

  • 6701 Ambassador Caffrey Parkway
  • (337) 330-2302

A friendly atmosphere and menu to please anyone's palate. Whether its lunch on the patio, a game in the bar, an intimate dinner for two or a private party for 100 guests, Fezzo's will accommodate any occasion. Payment Types: Cash, Check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American…

  • 2439 Rice Capital Parkway
  • (337) 783-5515

Fezzo's Seafood, Steakhouse & Oyster Bar is locally owned and operated, rich in Cajun Tradition, with a friendly atmosphere and menu to please anyone's palate. Whether its lunch on the patio, a game in the bar, an intimate dinner for two or a private party for 100 guests, Fezzo's…

  • 720 Frontage Rd.
  • (337) 261-2464

The difference is in the seasoning. At Fezzo's, you will find only the freshest seafood, marinated steaks, great daily plate lunches & a variety on the menu that includes pasta dishes, poboys, salads and much more.

  • 2330 Kaliste Saloom Rd.
  • (337) 534-8118

Fiery Crab juicy seafood restaurant and bar serves a wide range of locally sourced seafood including shrimp, oyster, crawfish, snow crab, mussel, blue crab, lobster and Dungeness crab. We specialize in country low boil seafood using our family recipes that combined complex spices…

  • 445 Ridge Rd.
  • (337) 984-1415

Family owned business est. 1965, known for our delicious seafood buffet, seafood platters, crawfish dinners, gumbos, boiled crawfish & crabs. Market known for our great boudin, cracklin, smoked & fresh sausage, beef jerky, choice steaks and specialty meats.

  • 2019 Verot School Rd.
  • (337) 988-2645

Louisiana Crawfish Time is a local institution featuring hot tails and cold half shells. We invite you to stop in and experience why for almost 20 years now our restaurant is packed every crawfish season.

  • 240 Tubing Rd.
  • (337) 837-4011

After 89 years of serving great seafood, the Hurst family’s seafood restaurant has become a Cajun icon standing out amongst the hundreds of eateries in Acadiana. Poor Boy’s Riverside Inn in Broussard draws thousands of locals and tourists to their doors annually. Yet, when you…

  • 209 N Morgan Ave.
  • (337) 330-8982

Prejean's Restaurant's second location is now open in Broussard, LA. Mouth-watering Char-Grilled Oysters served up with a bowl of one of our Signature Gumbos, or maybe a perfectly cooked juicy Steak are just some of our menu offerings that are sure to delight. After 40 years of…

  • 3480 NE Evangeline Thrwy.
  • (337) 896-3247

Do you love authentic Cajun food? We've been serving up delicious Cajun flavors for decades. In November 2020, we started a new chapter as our new owners bring a combined total of over 75 years of restaurant industry experience, and they look forward to spending many more years…

  • 4510 Ambassador Caffery Pwky., Ste. C & D
  • (337) 806-9565

Down here, we try to keep Cajun culture alive the best way we know how - with good, home-style Cajun cuisine. Break cornbread with us, and become a member of our family. Try some of Louisiana's classic dishes at The Cajun Table today!

  • 226 St Nazaire Rd.
  • (337) 330-2504

YABBOS unique twist on convenience stores has made them even more convenient. Simply drive thru, order & pay, all without leaving your vehicle.

  • 305 E. Main St.
  • 337-330-2900

Sports bar with a friendly atmosphere specializing in Cajun food, burgers, plate lunches, and seafood (BOILED CRAWFISH & SHRIMP and occasionally CRABS).

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