Love this place. I always get the lemon pepper crab legs. I always recommend this place to everyone i know. Def worth the wait.

I used to come to cap't Loui when it used to be called Loui Loui. Not much has changed with the establishment, so this review even though it's my first, it will be referencing both past visits and the most recent one. I've consistently have had their Louisiana seafood boil the combination of snow crab legs, shrimp and crawfish (which I can go without) served with potatoes and corn. Their spice levels are pretty weak compared to other seafood boil places. There's not much of a difference between mild and medium in my opinion. If you're into heat, hot maybe for you. The calamari and French fries are fair. I've tried the other French fry flavors but nothing stuck out to me. During the most recent visit, I was able to try the garlic noodles which I must say is bomb definitely a must order. I gave this place 3 stars because compared to other places they don't have other sauces to chose from besides lemon pepper and Louisiana. The sauce is the best part so to only have two flavors is disappoint, but they do have good drinks and happy hour specials. read more

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Today was my first time eating here. My sister from another mother told me I must try this place. Let's start with this the food in this place is AMAZING. I tried many new seafood boil places and none have come close to this. I told the lady cashier if I liked the food I will return. I'm making arrangements to have a mother and daughter lunch here . They were very friendly which is also a plus. The place was clean and holds no smell of fish. My crab boil was very fresh. This place is a must try. A+ rating from me read more

Hidden gem in the UWS! Cajun style seafood is sparkly delicious--Its Louisiana-style seafood will introduce you to a whole new world! I would recommend you order noodles with any of cajun style seafood. Noodles are exceptionally good when you mix with the cajun sauce. Forgot to mention, this place has an amazing industrial-style ambience, which adds the fifth star! ++ read more

I have no words to truly explain this spot other than incredible!! My fiancé and I went today for lunch as we craved seafood and omg! We weren't disappointed at all! The server/host was so very pleasant and the atmosphere was so relaxed. Will definitely be going back!! read more

I had the jambalaya cup, it was spicy which I liked, but the food didn't have any flavor.

My friend and I have been on the hunt for a new seafood boil place since our last go-to got way too expensive. We were super excited to try Cap't Loui since it was reasonably priced and close to home. Stopped in on a Wednesday night about 5 minutes to 7 and were excited to see an empty table and no wait. We thought we'd be able to squeeze in a Happy Hour order of oysters and a drink but sadly we weren't seated until just after 7. The waitress didn't come until about 5 mins later (thus ensuring we didn't make happy hour). Water under the bridge we thought so we ordered a drink anyway. The drinks were $12 each and about 3 sips big, not at all worth the money. We waited another 30 minutes for our food and was immediately disappointed to see what appeared to be a plastic bag full of hot oil and the smallest snow crab legs we had ever seen. Both of my clusters were missing a couple legs and the claws and the meat of the crab was flavorless and chewy. We were not offered claw crackers or wet wipes at the end of our meal. Extremely disappointed with the food and overall experience here. We both ordered: Snow crab boil in Louisiana sauce (mild and hot) I ordered the hurricane red cocktail. They don't offer appetizers, just side orders, but we didn't order any of that. read more

Not bad...not sure why my food was brought out 20mins before my date. I didn't order an appetizer. They also brought out the garlic noodles approx 15 mins Before my date received her seafood. Drinks were ok. Long Island ice tea was no good tho read more

Thank you for the gloves! Because I went all in on my crab legs with reckless abandonment. The food was great we did a crab and mussels boil with the garlic and lemon sauce. It was delicious I had no complaints. Our waitress was very informative and helpful. I got a side of the pasta which was good. I will definitely stop by again for some seafood. This is a place to have fun and enjoy great food. read more

I think the food has been excellent and the staff is great. But recently, I perceived two changes in the recipes. Fried food seems crunchier, and boiled vegetables taste like fish... (Were the potatoes and corn boiled with fish? Yuk) Nothing worse than fishy corn or fishy potatoes (unless the fishy potatoes has something to do with bacalao). I'm hoping this restaurant maintains its consistent recipes, which were delicious and 5 star. If not, I'll visit 2 more times to determine if it's over. Consistency is the answer for any restaurant. read more

Been here three times. Their snow crab legs and clams with noodles and corn are great. They don't have any more live crawfish for the season so actually I don't recommend the crawfish... King crab legs and their clam chowder are good as well. They also have this $1 oyster Wednesdays and occasionally 15% off coupons from dealmoon. Staff are trying to be nice but there are only two so service can be slow. Be patient... Enjoy the food though! read more

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If you love seafood you should try this place the garlic noodles are delicious and the amount of seafood your given in a bag ( our favorite sauce is lemon pepper but they also have a different variety) and don't forget to try the Mr. rich is delicious lychee drink !!! I read more

We came upon Capt Loui one night on our way to an event in the neighborhood and decided to stop in for dinner. We loved everything! The food, the service, the music and the ambiance. I am looking forward to going back to try other things on the menu. read more

It's a really nice hidden spot. Food was REALLY good staff was REALLY nice. Soft shell crab was definitely good! The only thing I didn't like was that we had to wait a while because we ordered fried food. Our waitress did explain that to us I was just hungry. Definitely worth stopping by and grabbing something! Food was so good I'd try the whole menu! read more

This is my second time at Cap't Loui. The first time I just got something from the fry food section. This time I went with my mother. We order the boiler seafood. It was yummy great. We had the pick 2 with the shrimps, clams,corn and potatoes in the Louisiana sauce. The sauce was a little salty but it was great. Then we order a second, this time only one seafood snow crabs in the lemon pepper. The staffs were good. The only down side is their non alcoholic drinks are not great. Just straight up syrupy. Go check it out. read more

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For starters I was served the fried calamari with three dipping sauces. The quantity and quality of this appetizer for two was perfect. My entree was the crawfish Louisiana medium heat and they were perfect as well and the flavor was out of this world. I've never been to New Orleans but compared to the crawfish I had in Georgia, These were hands down the absolute best. I highly recommend that you stop by on a Saturday night and get your life!!!! read more

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My Favorite Seafood spot in the city!! I'm from down south and it makes me feel at home every time. I brought my mom and she is still obsessed! The broiler bags are my favs! Drink suggestions try a Madam Berry so good! read more

The best one is in Fort Lee though! Seafood is fresher. Don't go to the one in 8th Ave

In the beginning, Cap't Loui was worth every dollar. NOW, I literally get 8 mussels in a bag! That's insane. Coming from a customer that can only eat mollusks, I would like to get my money's worth but it seems like Cap't Loui is penny pinching with their food. And it's not just with mussels, they aren't giving even close to a pound with any of their seafood bags. I see I have to take my money elsewhere. read more

I personally loved this place. Fun experience to have drinks and good food. The garlic noodles are simple but to die for. I'd definitely go again. read more

This would've sooooooo gotten a 5 star rating but it's not. I ordered crab legs with garlic noodles and potato's. I was disappointed i didn't get my garlic noodles. I sent my cousin in to get my order (ordered pick up). He got a little sas from the guy at the counter. He comes back out and says they dont have my order. I thought he was joking because he jokes around a lot. So i go inside and i was told they did not have an order. My order was sitting right behind the guy waiting to be picked up. Card was charged, food was done before the time it said. All in all the food is great. read more

I had my first date with my new boyfriend here. I picked this place at random!!! Great choice . The service was great food was excellent and the bill not bad. I would definitely come back again . I made a love connection here #specialplace read more

Sat down on my lunch break 1pm at the bar for some chicken tenders and fries. Mind you, I am the only one at the bar. My co worker walks in after me and they take his order before mine like I wasn't even sitting there already. I now finished my beer and still did not receive my food it is 1:50pm. One worker is eating her food at the bar, when I finally asked to cancel my order because I have been here for 50min. One worker responds we are busy ? I responded with a yes, busy eating lunch at the bar and all tables have already been served. Service is horrible and need more staff knowing you only open for lunch once a week. Will not be going here again. read more

Food was nasty. Overcooked, and couldn't reach anyone. The portions were really small. Spent $150 - couldn't even eat it

Don't even know where to start. I feel like I've found what I've been looking for my whole like lol (yes, a little dramatic I know), but words don't do it justice. If you're looking for an authentic Louisiana seafood spot, look no further. This is it!!! We ordered snow crabs, clams and blue crabs and it came with a free order of crawfish. The seasoning was out of this world delicious. Best $75 I've ever spent. I plan to bring every one I know here and will tell everyone. Cant wait to return and big ups to my man for finding this spot!!! read more

I absolutely love this place the food here is amazing fire off the chain the bomb the Capri Sun drinks adult beverages my favorite lychee are amazing worth the money I want here during the summer and since then I find myself here at least once a week or every other week the customer service is pretty OK but with any restaurant you always find a dickhead the prices are pretty reasonable for seafood the food portion size is shareable if you're not a hog read more

The food is good here but they are very unprofessional. I called yesterday to make a reservation the following day for 6pm. The person I spoke with confirmed our reservation. When we get there at 6pm the next day they say we didn't have a reservation and we would have to wait 2.5 hours. I'm showing him my phone showing him that I called and they just kept telling me I did t call when you clearly see the number to the restaurant. This was a horrible experience. read more

Went here for my birthday dinner and it was delicious had live crawfish with shrimp with the head off with the Louisiana seasoning medium spice since I got two things I got a free side which I picked the sausage and also got a side of garlic noodles. The spot is BYOB so feel free to bring some beers or a bottle. Two problems I had with the spot were I've had better garlic noodles needed a better or more garlic seasoning and they don't serve liquor so if you don't BYOB then soda is your only option. Be advised this place gets packed so come early. read more

This place is AWESOME!!!! The food is reasonably priced and is delicious! The atmosphere is similar to that of an authentic, southern seafood restaurant. No fancy decor, but it was a clean, warmth, and welcoming environment. Let me get to the good stuff. I ordered food from the "Broiler" section of the menu. We were given plastic bibs n a pail/bucket so you know wat time it was! Shrimp, corn on the cob, and sausage. I also ordered calamari n cajun fries. I really can't stress how delicious the food was! Everything seasoned to perfection. I ordered an adult capri sun, I forgot the name...probably Berry something...whatever it was it was nice and strong. It was around 6pm on a Saturday evening when we arrived, but it wasn't too crowded. We were greeted by a pleasant waitress and immediately seated. Food came out fast as well. I enjoyed myself and will definitely be back really soon. PS...the bathrooms are really clean and they have mouthwash n wet wipes for your convenience. read more

Everything is good here. Everything I have ordered as been a hit! From the chicken and shrimp platters to the shrimp boil with spicy garlic noodles. I love it. read more

I was SUPER disappointed with my meal. Ordered the lobster and snow legs. The snow legs were skinny and barely had any meat in them. The same with the lobster. The lobster also didn't taste fresh. It taste like it was cooked and then reheated very disappointing and not worth the $60+ tax & tip. Cajun fries were too spicy to eat. The only thing I enjoyed was the lemon pepper fries. No wonder why the place was empty. read more

I came here for the first time and I loved it. Food came rather rapidly, was steamed well and very flavorful. We got the lemon garlic butter and it was delicious. Server was attentive and nice. It is like we have a job boil lol. Love the bib idea. I will definitely come back here and I recommend it. read more

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Among my favorite spots Around Harlem. Food is always fresh and their pricing and specials are reasonable. Everything here is delicious and its the only places I know of in NYC that get the Viet-Cajun flavors correct. read more

My first and last visit - Upon my surprise I had to scan the barcode to be put on their waitlist to place an order. (10 minutes later! ) I received a call to place my order and was told that someone will text me to pickup my order in 30 minutes.from the pickup window. One hour later! No text - No call- from Cap't Loui. I'd walked up to the pickup window and saw over a dozen orders on the table. I was upset- I'd asked if my order was ready- no response. I'd politely said: Pardon me - is my order ready? The young girl walked over to the table to hand me my bag. WTF- I'd ask what happen to my call or text? How long was my food sitting there? No response. Smh never again. I'd traveled from Pelham to Harlem just to be disappointed. Unbelievable where's the Cap't of this ship???? read more

Crabs in a bag, seasoned to perfection, with a side of potato and corn. Who can asked for anything more. I also enjoy eating their shrimp basket, Umm good. Drinks in a bag, strong and tasty. Small space, but you will enjoy the food. read more

Came here to celebrate my moms new accomplishment and the food was amazing!! It was so favorable and everyone was satisfied with their orders. Drinks were also very good. Service was good, just a little slow. One thing I was upset about was that they ran out of crab legs while we were ordering but they did not tell us they were getting a new shipment in about 15 mins. We placed an order to go about 15 mins after ordering ours and our waiter let us know that we can now order crab legs! Wish we would of known that before hand instead of having to scramble and try to decide what else to order. other that that the food was great and a perfect place to get together with family and friends who all have a love for some seafood! read more

GREAT customer service! GREAT drinks! The Louisiana sauce is delicious. I love my food spicy, so I couldn't say how everything tastes without spice. The only down I can say is the clam chowder is just ok..... read more

Great find for me. Convenient (if you don't live nearby) to number 1 train stop at 125th Street. Not crowded. Comfy, informal, welcoming, great service. They won't rush you. The seafood is outstanding, and you get REAL seafood here. Try a bowl of New England clam chowder, a heaping plate of fried clams. Love this place. Have a beer and relax. Prices are reasonable. read more

This place is a garlic lover's paradise! The Louisiana style sauce is spicy and garlicky and super tasty. Love the garlic noodles, they are a must. Happy hour specials are awesome. Service was quick and polite. My only regret was ordering blue crab which were small and a bit overcooked. But I grew up in Maryland so it's hard to impress me with crab - has to be perfect!!! Can't wait to come back. read more

I visit here for the first time and order clam and crawfish. The crawfish is ok, it's not very fresh but the sauce could make you hear with it. However, the clam was really tough. You can not even swallow that. Also, it's pricy consider the quality of the food. If you want decent seafood, just go to other place. read more