"Crawfish Cafe in The Heights delivers the same great crawfish flavors and experience as its other four locations throughout the city. In a neighborhood with flashy new “fusion” concepts popping up monthly, Crawfish Cafe has successfully served Viet-Cajun seafood effortlessly and consistently for years. And you can taste every bit of bold flavor from their custom spice blends, making you wonder why you wasted time eating mediocre crawfish on your cousin’s patio. photo credit: Liz Silva photo credit: Liz Silva photo credit: Liz Silva photo credit: Liz Silva video credit: Liz Silva Your journey with bagged mudbugs begins by choosing a base sauce from their mix-and-match flavors, which are all made using real butter and sugar. That’s the not-so-secret secret. The thai basil is our favorite seasoning, striking a perfect balance of heat and herbs that distinguishes itself from the classic cajun or lemon pepper. Whether you order crawfish by the pound or in customized combos with snow crab and turkey necks, this place is great for groups of friends looking to crack a fresh batch of mudbugs. Food Rundown photo credit: Liz Silva Oyster Nachos Wonton chips are topped with breaded oysters and a drizzle of spicy mayo, creating a nice balance of heat and creaminess. photo credit: Liz Silva Gumbo The sausage’s smokiness and the roux’s depth make this a great beginning to your seafood boil. photo credit: Liz Silva Fried Rice This fried rice isn’t your typical rice dish. It has umami-rich flavors and a hint of sweetness, plus a spice that perfectly complements your pounds of crawfish. photo credit: Liz Silva Thai Basil Crawfish This is why you come to Crawfish Cafe. The must-try batch combines the traditional cajun-style crawfish with a lemongrass fragrance, which creates a slightly tangy flavor profile." - Julie Takahashi
