Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

Pappadeuxs, how I adore thee! I have not only dined at this location, but in Houston and Denver in the past with all the same experiences. I have never had a bad experience at any of these dining locations. The food has always been plated very well, fresh, attentive service, friendly staff, and a menu that continues to make me visit. The food has been delicious every time for either lunch or dinner. The oysters are clean and taste incredible. I would not hesitate to visit this location as it is one of the better places!

We stopped in to this restaurant on our travels for the Christmas holidays. It’s a favorite chain of mine that I like to frequent when I can find one on the way or when I see one locally. This particular restaurant location was a disappointment from all the other places I have dined at. But I’m going to mention the disappointment part up front so I can isolate the problem. The curb appeal and southern New Orleans style appeal is noticed from the parking lot , walking to the front of the restaurant and all through the inside dining areas. The host desk is right in front facing the door when you walk in. This is where one of the host will greet you when you walk in , to seat you at your table. My host , who was a young man , tall , skinny , dark hair and glasses , met us and walked us to some tables near the host station. I asked if we can sit further in so I’m not sitting in a thoroughfare where theres going to be a lot of traffic walking by me. This host , got upset that I asked to be seated at a different location that he replied with a disrespectful tantrum and tirade saying and gesturing that there are isles all over the restaurant. So I sat uncomfortably and upset at the terrible and disgusting rude and disrespectful behavior I had to deal with at a restaurant I have raved about . It affected my appetite so I didn’t get to enjoy my meal or eat as much as usual. It was that one person, the host , that should never have been the face of the restaurant. The server was awesome. He was very friendly , prompt and professional.. The food was cooked perfectly as if I was still on the Gulf Coast eating local cajun and creole flavors and cuisine. I ordered the Pappadeaux seafood platter with the andouille sausage and seafood gumbo. The Pappadeaux seafood platter has a little more than the other platters. And the andouille sausage and seafood gumbo , is loaded like every respectable cajun and creole and gulf coast southerner would want. Both cooked to perfection. The seafood platter’s seafood is fried perfectly. Light , crunchy on the outside while the seafood fibers inside’s integrity is maintained. The flavor is all there and the food was served hot and fresh. The waiter /server was prompt, friendly and very professional with our food , drinks , and tending to our experience. There are lots of tables and seating inside and there is a courtyard outside. The bathroom is very spacious, and has multiple stalls. There is a big beautiful bar on the left side when you walk in the door. I did bring the host’s disrespectful and ugly behavior to the attention of the manager. She knew who I was referring to right away. And she did address the situation with an apology. I hope that the next time I swing by , that I will be able to enjoy my experience and not have my appetite ruined over another disappointing experience . A rotten fruit can ruin the rest of the basket if not removed. I want this chain to thrive because it’s a beautiful place to dine with amazingly delicious food. But I want to be honest with this experience, and rate this location as I actually experienced it.

We got placed near the bathroom door. A lot of foot traffic and the smell wasn't very pleasant. Only got like 1 refill in the 2 hours that we were there. The appetizers, spinach dip and gator, salad were good! The platter was just greasy and everything kinda tasted the same. The waitress was busy so it's understandable but you could probably save a few hundred dollars going to long John silvers or other cheaper seafood establishments. I reluctantly write this as I had high hopes. Screaming kids also didn't make the experience any better.

Great place! First time here. Won't be the last time. It was perfect for the wife and I. Great evening for us. We just bought a new motorcycle and went to celebrate with dinner. Thanks for the great food!!

Excellent service. Nice, large themed dining area. The alligator bites were great. The catfish po boy was perfect for me. Everything had at least a slight tilt towards being spicy.

My son and I had a delicious dinner last night. Austin was our server and he was very attentive. We order more than we should have because everything sounded delicious.

Order the fondue 🫕 omg 🤤 The chef's special snapper was amazing as well! The bread they bring to the table is so fresh 😋 and I had one of the best cucumber martini's ever 🍸

First time here! Will not be the last! Great place to eat. The whole vibe from the atmosphere to the service and price. Everything was great! The wife and I enjoyed the whole evening. Thank you very much!!!

Always great meal especially the Fresh Fish of the day .. Brisket friendly and punctual ticket times z.. The real deal ' I never feel misled by Pappadeaux.. love the place !! Ambiance is comfortable Great ambience..

Another big disappointment in the Pappadeaux menu changes. First they dropped their (cheesy) grits at lunch time. That was sad enough, but today I found out THEY NO LONGER HAVE THE SAME GATOR BITES. They used to come fried or blackened with remoulade sauce, which we always greatly enjoyed. Now they only have some abomination called Hot Honey gator bites with Tabasco mash, pickles, & peanuts. Why would they do such a thing? Don't mess with what works ! Management, please correct this egregious error! The changes are making us think twice about our regular visits. Thanks for listening, Nancy ( Long time Pappadeaux fan and regular customer)

I love this restaurant. Have one closer to me than this one but on vacation I have to stop at this one in Albuquerque NM. What a beautiful clean restaurant with this best service and Seafood. Fresh, prepared well. This time while my 3 pound Lobster was most excellent. Our waiter was the most Tip bucking ass I've every seen. Every time he came to our table. He announced exactly what he was going to do for us. One in particular was. Bread crumbs. He said let me do a little house cleaning here. Moved a couple of glasses and proceeded to wipe bread crumbs from the table. Then let me fill your drink, let me take this empty dish on and on. Also while serving a larger table of 6 or 8. He would be the comedian. When he laughed the whole restaurant could hear him. He was a good waiter in that we were well taken care of but he was obnoxious in his let me do this or that and interacting with other customers. He was exceptionally loud. I did tip him well but I would never let this ass wait on me again. The kitchen got my friends steak wrong. No complains on our part just asked for a refire. Next thing we know. The manager comes to our table apologizing. Offered our choice of desserts for the kitchen mistake. We accepted with hessitance knowing we could not eat them there. I would have had the best experience not for the top wrangling waiter letting me know her was going to do this or that for me. As a Chef, well versed in restaurant etiquette. Do your job and do it so well that the customer wants to tip you . Don't bother a diner while trying to enjoy their diner by telling them everything you are doing for them. Do it and do it without interrupting their dinner. Be invisible. Get your job done well without being a nuisance. I spent 189.00 in there just for our meal. Not including his tip. If I have to have him again. I'll leave. I really don't need a play by play from these people. Just do your job quietly and be invisible but available if needed. I truly loved my dinner, very much did not like my waiter. He was obnoxious and hos very loud laugh made me want to leave. Not once did he laugh this way but several times. Get this idiot out of your restaurant. He is a one man floor show who drives you crazy bucking for a good tip. I'd pay just to have him leave us alone. I can assure. That waiter will never wait on me again.

The service was prompt and friendly. The food was awesome! Grilled Red Snapper covered in crab meat and a delicious cream sauce! Fresh steamed spinach in a flavorful lemon sauce. Yes sir!

I love coming here when I get to this part of the city. A great way to stsrt is with the fried calamari and octopus or oysters. The crawfish platter, with fried crawfish and crawfish etouffe is my favorite meal. The warm bread is delicious and I have to remind myself to stop eating so much of it. Their coffee is wonderful. I have always had impeccable service. The restaurant is always clean and the ambiance is charming.

Stopped by for a work luncheon. They were able to accommodate a group of 12. The wait staff was friendly, everyone enjoyed their meal.

A group of my friends and I take each other to dinner when one of us has a birthday. The birthday gal chooses the restaurant. Our tastes are varied and one of us is a vegetarian. Pappadeaux's was the last birthday choice. Went on Thursday. We got in easily. They do take reservations. It had been years since I had been there and didn't realize that they did. Mentioned that we were celebrating a birthday when we were being seated. Service was terrific. Cameron was solicitous in finding out our likes answering questions and making menu suggestions. Especially good with our vegan. She is tough to please. She came up with a delicious pasta idea with shrimp on the side. The three of us enjoyed the shrimp. Grilled octopus to die for soft shelled crab was thumbs up, good red beans and rice and the garlic bread was some of the best I ever ate. When it came to dessert, our birthday got to make the choice. We shared the brownie. All the desserts are generous in portion. Because it was her birthday it was free. The menu selections aren't cheap but it's New Mexico and seafood. We all enjoyed and have already decided to go back again!

Ate at Pappadeaux's tonight--they actually have a pretty good selection of gluten-free options. After I ordered, the manager came over to ask if I was gluten-free by preference or due to an allergy. When I told him it was an allergy, he reassured me that they would take the proper precautions with my meal. I had the Jumbo Shrimp Brochette, and for dessert, we shared the crème brûlée. Everything was delicious!!!

This is definitely a treat! Arriving about 7:30 pm on the weekend, it was packed! While waiting approximately 20 minutes, we sat at the bar and ordered drinks and oysters. They were great! This is a great choice for a fancy date, an important meeting or another special occasion.

May 3, 2025 If you are lucky enough to have tasted the (seasonal) dessert offering, "Sweet Potato Pecan Pie", at Pappadeaux Seafood (Albuquerque NM), you already KNOW where this Review is headed!! Made the trip to "The Deaux" specifically for a slice of this diet-breaking elegance! Chef's Kiss! 5 Stars!

I recently visited Pappadeaux's and the food was delicious! I had the crab dip, crab cake and the cheese bread! Everything was delicious including the margarita! Service was great too. My only negative comment is the banana pudding was not that good. It was missing flavor and cookies.

The menu has changed so much not sure the food is good anymore. The fried aligátor has definitely changed. It now has a Tabasco honey glaze that is too spicy.

We had our 35 anniversary dinner. We received a free dessert for our first time visiting this location but nothing acknowledging our anniversary. Not a big deal we enjoyed the dessert. Bread was great. Main course was my issue. I ordered the filet Oscar style. First time I have ever had it served with green onions. I'm sure they would have done something if I had complained but I didn't want to complain. When he asked how the food was, my wife said fine I did t look up and he left. The steak was cooked a bit unevenly which is fairly standard. It was good with one issue. One end was fatty. Never had a filet I could not complete at a restaurant. First time for everything. Had to spit out a chunk then tried to surgically free up some meet before giving up in one area. Crab was difficult to find. I had higher expectations which is why I gave three stars. Would have been four at outback.

We stopped in hoping for some great seafood. We were pleasantly surprised and walked out full and happy. My husband had the blackened catfish. I had the ginger glazed salmon. Both were expertly cooked and delicious. Bread came out first, it was good. I also ordered a side salad, it was crisp and fresh. We also ordered desserts. Creme brûlée and cheesecake. Perfect! We can't wait to go back - but- caution $$$! Staff was amazing, excellent waiter and we witnessed exceptional teamwork.

Fresh food, great ambience, fabulous service, always! We love to sit outside. Their flounder is hands down my favorite!! Unfortunately it was taken off the menu (crying) Check them out, you'll thank me later :)

The food was amazing! The service was also excellent ! SOFHIA was outstanding she did a very nice job taking care of our table celebrating my in-laws 50th wedding anniversary. We'll definitely come back again

Beautiful location. Very clean. Food was amazing. They have some great happy hour specials. Big menu.

I've been to several Pappa's and this by far was the best one. This was my one friend's first time and she could not stop talking about it! Patrick was our server and he was great. My friend ordered a Bourbon Margarita (try it) and it was delish. We had a late reservation; but they were able to take us early, so that was a perk!

Took mí familia here for an early Sunday dinner and the place was 3/4s full already. Seated promptly we chose to start with a dozen oysters. While ice cold and served up with lemon wedges and great dipping sauces, they were large oysters that take away from the experience for me. I prefer smaller varieties so you don't feel like you have too much in your mouth. We ordered 3 entrees; the soft shell crabs fried, the catfish filets with a baked potato and the CRISPY SALMON* & JUMBO CRAB Seared salmon, shrimp, street noodles with jumbo crab & spinach, Thai basil, crushed peanuts. All three dishes were delicious. And did I say the portions were enormous? Yup, we needed 2 take home boxes for our leftovers. The loaded baked potato was the size of a small football. Could have been a meal in itself. Pappadeaux is a go to in Albuquerque for great seafood options. We shall return for sure.

Loved our NYE dinner there. I posted some pictures from our previous dinner too and am always happy with the food. Our server was great even on NYE when they were totally slammed. The ambiance is always nice- it was busy but they kept it as classy as they can with that high of table turnover. Will be back to try more dishes.

Very nice and quaint restaurant. Prices feel like they're a bit much, but the portions are pretty large - so it evens out. Steve was our waiter. Very on top of his game, kept the water glasses full and table wiped down without feeling like he was hovering, but was there every time we needed him to be The sauce on the Mardi Gras Tilapia is absolutely delicious. Highly recommend while it's on the menu. Great service and great quality ingredients.

Crawfish Bliss with a Service Hiccup - Still Love Pappadeaux" Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen in Albuquerque remains a favorite, and tonight's crawfish platter reminded me why. The crawdad etouffee was rich and flavorful, the deep-fried crawdads were crispy perfection, and the dirty rice on the side tied it all together beautifully. It's the kind of delicious, quality meal I've come to expect here every time. The atmosphere's spot-on too--warm, inviting, and just the right kind of bustling. Service is usually great, but tonight it was off. Our server was noticeably inattentive--slow to check in, forgetting little things--which isn't the norm for this place. It didn't ruin the meal (that crawfish was too good for that), but it was a bummer. Still, one off night won't keep me away--Pappadeaux's a gem worth returning to, especially for that platter.

I've been to this location twice and both times my party was seated very quickly and the service was amazing. They were very accommodating to dietary restrictions and were more than happy to make needed substitutions. The food came out fresh and beautifully plated, the portions are generous and the key lime pie is 10/10!

4.5 stars. I've been to Pappadeaux a few times now. Overall, it is a wonderful place to dine...especially if you love New Orleans food...or seafood. A little more upscale in price and environment...but don't need to dress up or anything! The portion size is large in general, so....be prepared to split the dish! The cheesecake, for example...is impossible for one person to eat...especially if one had appetizer and main course already! Overall, a great environment, good food, and a lil more upscale than normal food that I eat on usual days/an everyday basis for sure!

We were a party of 12 and made a reservation for a Saturday afternoon to celebrate my father's birthday. Making the reservation was with ease and we're able to be seated a few min early when we arrived. Hostess was friendly and our waiter was beyond great! Although there was a bit of a mix up with our food the manager immediately came over, apologized and fixed the situation. The food was absolutely tasty and delicious. The bread served was hot and fresh. I had the shrimp gumbo and got to try the pasta maradi gras my sister ordered and omg! Seasoned well and the shrimp was cooked to perfection. It's a bit pricer menu but I don't mind paying for quality food and service. Good job Pappadeaux! We will return for many other celebrations!

Wow, food was VERY good! Mom was in town for Balloon Fiesta and treated the bf and me to dinner. I got the trout and brocollini. The crab that was on top was incredibly tasty. My bf got the crawfish trip, it was also really good, but a lot of crawfish, obviously! The sauce on the Alexander salmon was on one of the types of crawfish and it was sop it up with the leftover bread good! No pics cause I was too busy eating and chatting!

Was taken to a half fast cleaned table, asked the older male host if we can get the table wiped and chairs cleaned. He clear as day irritated with me as if I didn't have a point He then placed our napkins/silverware on said dirty table, we went back to the front to get more silverware. He then proceeded to tell me they were short on silverware and "what I had is what I got." The younger two hosts (never caught the name) were super apologetic about the table and silverware and it was taken care of. It's pretty apparent he doesn't like what he does, pretty clear disrespect on his part. Definitely would be choosing another restaurant for celebrations/family outings. Having someone with clear disregard and lack of awareness definitely affects the experience.

I have always enjoyed the food and drinks and scenery here, most recently was for our NYE dinner and everything was delicious. Thanks to the wait staff and the amazing kitchen staff. The alligator bites are always tasty but the review comes in because of the salmon and octopus, both were cooked to perfection! 5/5 experience

Went to celebrate a birthday on Monday & we had fried oysters plate & fried catfish & shrimp. We had the truffle potatoes & Manchego mashed potatoes were very good. Our meal was amazing as always! Our waiter Raul was super attentive. Pappadeux never disappoints!!

I always get the red fish pontchartrain. It is soooo good, the fish melts in your mouth. Best dish on the menu! Also fabulous is the girl behind the bar. She is so amazing every time I go! So friendly and sweet!

Absolutely Love Pappadeaux. Always Have A Great Time The Food Is Always Good And Seasoned Really Well. Portions Are A Great Serving. All My Experiences Our Host/Waitress Are Spot On Even With The Craziness. The Restaurant Can Get Pretty Loud With Customers The Lighting Is Great As Well.

This review is based on one experience for five people for happy hour in the bar area. I have to admit I do love pappadeaux. This was my first time at the Albuquerque location. I love that the footprint of the restaurant and the decor is pretty uniform across the business. So there are only a few booths for five people in the bar area and if you want to get happy hour prices for smaller portions you have to either sit in the few booths that are available or at the bar. The five of us decided to sit at the bar. I was happy to see the menu online for happy hour. The beer selections are limited but I did find something to drink. I got the mini shrimp and grits and it was delicious. One person ordered a main entree. We had a mixed selection of foods and drinks and even desserts. I don't usually take pictures of photos but I had to take a picture of the pecan sweet potato pie which I'm going to try to post. I definitely want to go back and try more items. I have to admit that I was surprised at the price increases on entrees on their menu. I think they used to be more affordable and they've gotten pretty expensive. That is why the happy hour menu is so exciting.

Went today for lunch and was very happy. I had to sit at the bat but the service was still top notch! I ordered a seafood salad and ice tea... sooo delicious!

This time it was way better I almost ate all of my plate it was so good but it was so much food left me full and the service was kinda slow tho but it fine and overall good food.

ANOTHER Birthday dinner!!!! Lucky me!! We had reservations for 5:30 on Saturday evening and were seated immediately at a table next to the window which I prefer. Reservations were made on the Website and worked well for us. Service was quick and great! Our server was also a Trainer so we were in good hands. I ordered my fave, Cosmo, and it was perfect so I got to enjoy it before dinner. I had wine w my dinner. I ordered the Filet Mignon Oscar (fresh crabmeat on top w sauce) and it came w a baked potato and fresh spinach for about $53. Every bite was delicious. My filet was cooked perfectly at Med-rare. My potato was fully loaded as I'd asked for. My partner ordered the fresh Trout fillet with a sauce and grilled shrimp w fresh green beans almandine which he really enjoyed. Then came my FREE birthday desert to choose from. I was so full by then that I ordered a Creme Brûlée to take home and our waiter made sure I had a candle w it to make a Birthday wish. The Brûlée came w fresh fruit and whipped cream. Yummy! The place was full and very busy. It was well staffed and we had perfect service so they made our dinner very enjoyable. The atmosphere was really good, very attractive, and so enjoyable. Because of the pandemic - it's been a while since I'd been there and now I'm ready to go back more often. FYI- the prices have gone up a bit like so much w inflation. I don't know the bill total since it was my Birthday. But, it was so worth it!!!!

If you're looking for a quiet restaurant, Pappadeaux isn't it. It's big, busy, and loud, especially on a Saturday night. But they know what they're doing with seafood, not surprising for a large chain, and their food is really good. We (my sister-in-law, dh, and I) started by splitting the Pappas Greek salad, a nice mix of lettuce, veggies, olives, and shrimp with a Greek vinaigrette. It was crunchy, crispy, and a good start to our meal. I had the Texas Redfish Pontchartrain - perfectly cooked fish with grilled shrimp, topped with crab and a delicious brown butter and white wine sauce with dirty rice on the side. My husband had the seafood tagliatelle pasta, which had a generous amount of mixed seafood and a creamy sauce. My sister-in-law had the Atlantic halibut and shrimp in a white wine herb butter sauce, with some tasty-looking crispy brussels sprouts and hazelnuts. We all enjoyed our meals and had leftovers to take home. Given that the entrees are pretty expensive, it was nice to get two meals out of my entree. Prices are a little lower at lunch, so that might be a nice time to visit if you're on a tight budget. Our server, Roger, was attentive and personable without hovering and took good care of us. He even gave us a free dessert since it was my and my husband's first time there. We tried the banana pudding, which is served in a canning jar and is plenty for three people.

Service was so poor today...... never again!!! Came to visit family in Albuquerque . Flew in from California and Houston, in Houston pappadeaux is so amazing Service is amazing. People are nice all your people here at the bar. All they're doing is gossiping. order champagne one was really bad. I asked her to give me a new one and she was so mad gave me attitude . maybe the manager needs to give a little bit more training on customer service.

This place is very pricy for the food. I was in search of a nice piece of grilled fish and they ran out of grouper and trout. I searched under the fried menu section and requested the shrimp and catfish grilled. It was smothered in butter. Elijah gave good service and that I always appreciate. There's a papapdeaux in dallas and now I know why we haven't dined there

Came here with some friends while on a n assignment. We didn't have a Pappadeaux in El Paso so this was a must try. The food was great! Definitely quality seafood. Shrimps were large and portions were large as well. I had to choose an appetizer as my meal because I don't eat a lot in one sitting. The service was great and the ambience is perfect for date nights or chilling with friends. The only drawback is the price! $75/person is a lot for a work assignment trip.

I've had authentic New Orleans Cajun cuisine, so I was expecting a lot from Pappadeaux's in Albuquerque. While the food was decent, it didn't quite live up to the real thing. Everything we ordered came out fine and in a timely manner despite how busy they were. It was a bit noisy, but what do you expect for a Saturday night. That said, the standout of the night was our server, Rob. He really made the experience special for me and my family. Dining with young kids can be stressful but Rob was attentive, personable, and went out of his way to make sure we all had a great time. Lots of laughs, Rob made the night memorable, and definitely worth coming back for.

Went for Mother's Day dinner, had a reservation! When seated it took 1hr to get our meals, 2 of us got the Pasta Mardi Gras, flavor was great, but I didn't get any crawfish, and the other dish had a small amount of pasta. By the time the extra pasta came out, we were done eating. Our waiter, JOSE, was fabulous, kind, patient, and very understanding. JOSE gave us our whole meal free as well as dessert! Needless to say, he got a good cash tip. Hopefully, the next holiday the kitchen staff will be better prepared. Ask for JOSE, he will treat you right.

Love. Love. Love. The Mardi Gra pasta is my fave. I get it every time I go. Every person I take here, loves it. Depending on your budget it can come off pricey.

I had the pleasure of being served by Scott during my recent visit to Pappadeaux and I cannot say enough good things about the experience. From the moment we sat down, he was warm, attentive, and incredibly professional.

Every time I come to Pappadeaux, I always have such wonderful service. Scott was an excellent server. He was very attentive and food was brought out fast. The food was perfect as well! I have no complaints!

The outdoor seating was very inviting in a beautiful setting. Our server was knowledgeable and had informative ordering tips. The seafood was over the top. My companions loved their oysters Rockefeller and I loved my oysters fried!! I will be back!

Consistent and solid food, with great service if it isn't great, they will always try to make up for it.

This place has excellent seafood with the only drawback being the $$$$ Expect to pay upwards of 120$ for two people and that's not including cocktails or appetizers. They sport the most expensivist appetizers in town. At least it's not as expensive as Ruth Chris !! I'm still recovering from that experience. Hands down one of the best seafood places in the ABQ !!

First and foremost Kara and Nathalie were so sweet. Great bartenders with excellent service and personable. I'd come back just for them. The food was so so so good. My first time here and oh my I enjoyed everything from the bread, the drinks to the food. When first walking in, I bypassed the hostage since I wanted to sit at the bar. The place was clean especially the bathroom... which is very important to me. I had the crab and spinach dip, which was delicious... better than I expected. Then I had the Madi Gras for my entree and I think I could have ordered anything and it would have been good most definitely coming back and I most definitely recommend.

I came in to eat tonight and the meal was 100% perfect. Service was on point from our server and the managers on duty. We had some card trouble and while it was unbelievably awful for me everyone took such sweet care of us throughout. I highly recommend the salmon with scallops and cream sauce... I don't remember what it was called but it actually blew my mind. Thank you guys (:will be back next week for sure. Shoutout to Raul I believe that was our servers name. He was exceptional.