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Crawfish Cafe

Crawfish Cafe

Eat Local in Houston

4.7 3,360 Google reviews

+1 832 649 71 021026 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, Texas 77008 · Greater Heights

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1026 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, Texas 77008

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About

Since 2013, Crawfish Cafe has been serving Houston's signature Viet-Cajun seafood experience, blending bold Vietnamese flavors with classic Cajun seafood boils. Voted Best Crawfish by Houston Press in 2022 and Chron's Best Crawfish in 2026, we're known for fresh Louisiana crawfish, signature house sauces, and a wide variety of seafood including crab, shrimp, clams, mussels, lobster, and oysters. Beyond our boils, enjoy fan favorites like garlic noodles, po'boys, fried baskets, Cajun rice plates, and our signature Smack Packs. Fresh seafood, bold flavor, and Houston's Viet-Cajun tradition, all in one place.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Hours

Wednesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11 AM to 10 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 10 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 10 PM
Monday
11 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 10 PM

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