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    Boil House

    4.4 (536 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    McKenzie B.

    The BEST crawfish in Houston hands down! Their fixings, dip, shrimp and crab are also delicious! The staff is great and service is so quick! I do recommend getting there early to grab a place to sit. The ambiance is small, hole in the wall, crawfish/home like Louisiana vibes but we love it!

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    Erin D.

    I've received multiple recommendations to try this place so my friend and I finally came! I ordered 3 pounds of crawfish their corn potato and sausage! The crawfish was amazing! Well seasoned, great size, no complaints! The corn was fresh and super sweet yet just enough spice! The potato's could've been better as well as the sausage but not a major deterrent. The service was great very kind, and helpful! The ambiance is very family friendly with indoor and outdoor seating! Not a lot of parking so do be mindful but overall do try boil house during crawfish season!

    Goldie O.

    Soo I love crawfish and understand that all of our tastebuds are different so when a place has really high reviews across the board I get excited. I came with a friend on a Saturday for lunch (about a month ago, right before the season started to wrap up). Like mentioned before, parking is tough in this area so plan accordingly. It's a small little restaurant with an outdoor patio so great place to come when the weather is nice. I will say they weren't super expensive (like $8-$9 dollars a pound) however, I will say that it didn't seem any cheaper buying them in a bundle than buy the pound. Overall, it wasn't bad but it's also not was I was expecting. I thought I would be a little more blown away than I was. Maybe I have to give them one more try just to double check.

    Boiled Crawfish
    Elizabeth S.

    Boil House is our favorite crawfish in town. The owners are LSU grads and always use Louisiana crawfish, not frozen ones from overseas. It does get pretty crowded during peak season so we try to go earlier in the day. The spice level is great! I love the side dipping sauce. The inside is slightly small and it can be hot on the patio just FYI. The dacquiris are strong in a tasty way! We have gotten the shrimp there as well and it was great, just a bit more expensive than the crawfish.

    Shrimp and crab
    Kentereian T.

    This is very good and seasoned. The mild is very mild so next time I go back I'm getting the mouth burn. It still has good flavor. It's a small parking lot and they have a drive thru. It is very quick to get your food and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this place

    Shrimp
    Connie H.

    Friendly counter service, we ordered crawfish, shrimp and snow crab with potatoes and corn-everything was well cooked but all was covered in a strong lemon flavor and the heat seemed to come from a black pepper spice. We got the burnin hot and it was more of a tingle. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We tried the dry and wet spice but the best thing was the butter which had a nice after taste and cut through all the lemon.

    Boiled Crawfish & Potatoes w/ sauces and seasonings
    Nena W.

    By far the best crawfish I've had in Houston. I've been looking for my go to spot every year once the season starts, now there is no more searching, and if I'm not mistaken, they are only open during the season. This is Louisiana style crawfish so if you are looking for the saucy and garlicky crawfish, this is not it. The crawfish is flavored from the inside and out if you grab the sauces. Personally I don't use butter because it's so plain but the butter is my favorite here, everything here is different in a good way. Definitely try all the other sauces if you've never been here before to find your favorite.

    Crawfish
    Robert Z.

    I came out here after seeing great reviews and reading that they do legit Louisiana style boil rather than the more common Viet-cajun style I see around Houston. It is definitely a casual, very lowkey spot that is set up for the messy nature of crawfish boils. We came around 8PM on a Friday night and it wasn't too busy so we were able to quickly order our food and start chowing down. The crawfish was SO good, it definitely brought me back to my Baton Rouge childhood and I already want to come back. The crawfish were sweet and so well flavored from being cooked in the seasoning rather than just being tossed in it. The corn, sausage, and potato we got as add-ons were also great and absorbed the spices as well. I will say, they can run out of crawfish and it seemed to happen around 8:30 (so we got some of the last few pounds that night). However, if you get here and get some crawfish, you will not be disappointed!

    Crawfish boil 2lbs
    Nick S.

    My partner and I stopped in to try their crawfish and it was quite tasty. We went safe and tried the mild seasoning, which allowed the natural flavor of the crawfish to shine through. I want to go back to try a bit more spice and also the dipping sauce. Pricing is very reasonable (approx 34 dollars for 2 people including a tip) and you get all of the standard fixings (2 corn, 2 potatoes, a huge sausage link, and 2lbs of crawfish). They even have a drive thru if you're in a hurry and want to take the boil home to share. Inside are several large tables with plenty of paper towel, buckets for the discarded shells, and wet naps. It's not a fancy place, but it has a comfortable vibe and was more than enough space even when bustling with other patrons. Check out Boil House if you want to experience the Louisiana style boil in Houston!

    3lbs of crawfish, corn, and potatoes with sauce on side

    I haven't been to Boil House in years but this was treat worthy of its name. I got 3 lbs of crawfish, potatoes, and corn. I was greeted as I pulled into the driveway. The service was pleasant and as rapid as possible. At first glance it was pretty busy. It seemed like I didn't receive the correct amount of lbs ordered but, it was still ok.

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    Best crawfish in Houston and it is not even close. Be sure to get the wet seasoning for dipping!

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    Great place, awesome service, and the crawfish are the best we've had in a minute! You won't regret coming here for your boil.

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    Thanks for bringing us sandwiches, over at Gillman Nissan. They were absolutely delicious!

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    Ask the Community - Boil House

    My 12 yr old son just started eating crawfish, can he order non spicy ones?

    Yes, they have a few different levels.

    Is it still open for to-go orders?

    There was a line at the to-go counter last time I was there, so it seems to be open

    How much is the crawfish per pound now?

    $7.99

    How much is the crawfish per lb? Any deals on if you buy a lot?

    I think it was 7.99/lb or $35 for 5 lbs.

    So no BYOB!?!?

    It's no longer BYOB as they serve beer and daiquiris.

    Is it still BYOB?

    It is No longer a BYOB?, but the crawfish are so still delicious. They sell beer and other refreshments

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    (316 reviews)
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    Inside - back area seating
    Inside - back area seating
    Banana Pudding-$10. Would've loved more cookies! Rich and filling!
    Banana Pudding-$10. Would've loved more cookies! Rich and filling!
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    Nut allergy friendly: Pretty much no issues here!…read more Parking: There's some in the strip mall but definitely less than at the Bellaire location. Time to Appetizers: 20 Minutes Time to Crawfish: 25 Minutes It's a solid branch from the main location in Bellaire, but they're missing some things. For example, the Bellaire location has the new Viet-Cajun flavor of sauce that hasn't debuted here yet (though you can DIY a mix). (Review is for July 2026 if they've updated since then) We got here at 6:05PM and got seated with no issues. Ordered the following: Combo #1 with extra corn and potatoes (3.5/5): Crawfish isn't in season, so don't be surprised at my low rating. It's still great and flavorful all around. Garlic Noodles with Shrimp (4/5): Still incredibly rich and buttery and garlicy and great for a palate cleanser. I'd skip the shrimp; you get eight pieces for $10 extra and that's not really worth it. Crawfish Beignets (4.5/5): Still a fantastic appetizer. Comes out hot, crispy, buttery, and is a really indulgence. 1 lb. Little Neck Clams (4.5/5): I liked these more than the crawfish tbh. It really does depend on what's in season. Very easy to eat, very flavorful. Service was generally good but our server seemed slammed; it took a long time to get water refills and to place extra orders (we got a second order of beignets to-go). Market price for crawfish is high and they're not in season, so don't be afraid to ask. The Combo #1 in July 2026 was $22. Overall, I'll probably be back during crawfish season especially because it's more convenient for me than the Bellaire location, but the Bellaire location has it beat for general atmosphere after the remodeling and much better options for mixes there.

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    They recommended  the Chargrilled Oysters and the Crawfish. In this photo there are lots of happy people eating .
    They recommended the Chargrilled Oysters and the Crawfish. In this photo there are lots of happy people eating .
    Golden fried oysters served over crispy wonton chips, finished with chipotle tartar sauce and fresh pico de gallo. Includes four pieces.
    Golden fried oysters served over crispy wonton chips, finished with chipotle tartar sauce and fresh pico de gallo. Includes four pieces.
    Tender shrimp smothered in a zesty, buttery sauce! Packed with flavor and ready to dig in.

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    9.1 mi
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    I don't know why it took me so long to come here. This Rouxpour (there are more than one) is…read morelocated adjacent to Memorial City Mall on the Gessner side of the mall near the old ice rink. Inside it's a nice restaurant with an upscale feel to it. I ordered a house salad for $9 to start and the Pasta Rosa entree for another $28. The salad arrived first with a generous amount of romaine lettuce with diced tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots and chopped eggs on top. With my chosen ranch dressing it was a good tasting salad. The Pasta Rosa dish had sliced Parmesan strips on top of penne with shrimp, crawfish and sausage for the protein with mushrooms and a tomato cream sauce. This meal initially tricked me. My first impression was that while there was plenty of protein the taste of the tomato cream sauce was lacking some flavor. I expected more. However as I kept eating and getting beyond the top layer of the food the flavor increased significantly. I think that the proteins caused the sauce in the lower half of the dish to create more punch. This dish got better and better and I changed my mind. It turned out to be a very good tasting and filling meal. Finally the table service was very good too. P.S. I also tried part of another appetizer which was the bar b q shrimp for $16. They were tasty. I like Rouxpour and would return. My only negative is that their prices are a little on the high side in my opinion.

    I don't even live in Houston, but my LOVE for Rouxpour is real…read more I've only been during happy hour, but they do. not. miss. The vibes? Incredible. The music? YEAH, they understood the assignment. The gumbo is finger‑licking good -- argue with somebody else about it. I get the seafood version minus the sausage, and I clear that bowl every time. The Chargrilled Rockefeller? That's the one you call your mama about. Big, flavorful, perfect. And the deviled eggs... listen. I don't even like deviled eggs, but these? My mouth is literally watering thinking about them. Smooth, creamy yolk, perfectly seasoned shrimp on top -- a combo I didn't know I needed. The crab cakes? Chef's kiss. Packed with fresh crab, and that aioli is doing exactly what it needs to do. The only miss for me was the crab and asparagus -- it just wasn't giving. No flavor, no cohesion... just no. The crème brûlée is delicious, but I'm still wishing they made beignets. Now the drinks? Top 2 and not number 2, do you hear me? The Mexican Martini and the Texas Blueberry Martini -- TEA. (Yes, the little tea‑finger gesture is happening.) And the staff? Amazing. I actually found out I was laid off while I was sitting at happy hour, and the way they comforted me... You would've thought they'd known me for years. They turned one of my hardest moments into something warm and memorable. I'll never forget that. Rouxpour has my whole heart.

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    Awesome bar
    One dozen oysters
    One dozen oysters
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