Being from Louisiana, I've been on the hunt this year for the best crawfish I can find. These were…read moretop notch and reminded me from home. Started with 3 pounds but it was so good I had to get two more pounds. The crawfish is seasoned the right way where the flavor is on the inside so they don't have to cover it in a dry spice. Also they were all big with just a few smaller ones. To top it off, having strawberry abita on tap is the perfect match for crawfish so I was extra happy. Saw the bread pudding on the menu and had to get it for dessert. It was warm, chocolate, and ate every bite. I would get more of everything I had The service was so friendly too and the LSU and Louisiana decorations made me feel like I was back there.

(UPDATE) I just spent a 4 day weekend in New Orleans on an exclusive foodie trip, and dived into…read moresome mom & pop eateries such as Deanies, Salvos, Zydecos And more, of the 7 Restaurants I went to in 4 days, All of them indeed had Sweet Tea. Delicious Southern Sweet Tea at that not what passes for sweet tea in Texas. I was not told to add grainy sugar into unsweetened tea like I was here. my tour guide was a local woman who's lived in the heart of New Orleans for 63 years, and was shocked and appalled when I read to her what the management of Charlie's Creole Kitchen replied to my critique regarding the Sweet Tea, (lack there of, as well as his belief that it isn't commonplace, or borderline essential) she was shocked in disbelief about as well as the astronomical prices we have to pay as their serving sizes in New Orleans are substantially bigger, for either equal or in some cases even cheaper prices. A Bowl of Gumbo in Texas, is a Cup in New Orleans this trends everywhere I visited. I understand importing certain coastal based ingredients can drive up the cost of the food, got it! that doesn't bother me as much as being gaslighted about things where this establishment does fall short. as a native Floridian, Foodie, and Avid Traveler. I don't really care how long someone's been running a kitchen (one way) constructive criticism should be embraced to increase the quality of an establishment, not gotten defensive over. Removing one star for having to go all the way to New Orleans to not feel like a crazy person about the Sweet Tea and Prices. This place is already really good! but could still be better! (OP) As someone from the Deep South, I have high standards for Southern Dives. First, a warning for my fellow Deep-Southerners: they must get away with this with their native Texan Patrons, but the lack of Sweet-Tea is Blasphemy. Unsweetened only. That's an automatic loss of a star. (that seems unfair over a beverage? no.) because for a lot of us from Louisiana, Bama, Florida, Georgia. That are looking for a little piece of home to dine at, A good sweet tea is the standard of a southern comfort meal. It's the peanut butter to jelly. The milk to cereal, the, Well you get it.. The Standouts: * Baked Stuffed Flounder (10/10): Hands down the best dish I sampled. The roasted red pepper sauce is incredible, and the cheese grits make it a real southern comfort platter. * Chicken, Shrimp & Bacon Corn Chowder (10/10): Truly New England-level quality. An absolute explosion of flavor. * Crab Cakes (10/10): Rich, delicious, and worth every bite. The Middle Ground: The Boudin Balls and Seafood Gumbo were solid (7/10), though the gumbo doesn't quite reach the level of a spot like Pappadeaux, it's decent. $11 for 3 decent Boudin Balls is highway robbery at its best. The Fried Seafood Platter was good, 7.5/10 but at $35, the platter is on the smaller side, especially only given one piece of catfish. The Oysters & Shrimp were good, the Crawfish decent, Catfish was decent, it had a small hint of fishiness, but it was good overall nonetheless. The side salads (3/10) the after thought of the menu, chopped head of lettuce smothered in ranch (or Italian) with one banana pepper, and one slice of tomato that looks like it was suppose to be on a burger, no toppings at all. Truck stops have better prepared salads. Which wouldn't typically be a problem if this was a budget-friendly eatery, but for its Texas-Sized prices, And New-York sized portions. The oversight of the Sweet-Tea and a decent side salad is for sure a miss. It might fully please Texans, but it left somethings to be desired from a non-Texan southerner. That being said! It is absolutely well worth the visit! The food was all above average for the region, the service was friendly, attentive and fast, the food came out quickly and efficiently. The location isn't great, but not bad. a little tight and congested, the interior is very mom & pop feeling which is nice. I truly did enjoy my experience, misses and all. And look forward to returning to sample more of the menu!

Food Excellent Service Excellent…read moreAmbience Excellent Tried the stuffed Flounder for the first time. I have been to several of the locations and tried several of the items on the menu. This was just my first stuffed flounder. It was so good even the leftover that followed me home reheated to make an Excellent meal the next day. I very seldom save and reheat fish but this was so good even reheated. Anaya's has been my go to for seafood for a couple of years, I think they are now even better. Just one customers opion so if you have not tried Anaya's maybe you should and then make up your own mind. Hope you enjoy Anaya's soon and leave a post here I would enjoy reading it just to see if it's just me or have they prefected Seafood.

I've eaten here a few times and not sure why I haven't made a review yet but recently went again…read morewith my friend and I tried the soups they offer and now I'm addicted to their roasted poblano soup, lol. I also tried the margarita flight and they aren't bad either, could be a tad bit stronger but flavor profiles were good. I also tried their oysters for the first time and they were good and cheesy like I like them. The service was great, our waiter was really attentive and nice and gave great menu suggestions to try because we loved both of our dishes.

We arrived in Dallas with that particular kind of hunger that only travel can summon equal parts…read moreexhaustion and anticipation. After a long day in transit, all we wanted was something deeply satisfying, the kind of meal that feels like a reward. When my mother suggested Aunt Irene's Kitchen, there was no hesitation. She spoke of it with the reverence reserved for places that become part of your personal geography former neighborhood staples, the kind you measure other meals against. Years ago, when she lived nearby, this was her spot. And now, standing beside her in a line that stretched out the door, it was clear we weren't the only ones holding onto that sentiment. The queue moved with surprising ease, a quiet efficiency that felt almost practiced. Inside, the energy was unpretentious and steady. Our cashier, while not particularly warm, was brisk and knowledgeable answering questions with the kind of clarity that suggests confidence in the product more than performance. We ordered simply: wings with fries, and two plates of fried fish with fries. The wings hadn't been part of the original plan, but a fellow patron mid-meal and visibly excited leaned over to insist. It felt like advice worth taking. And it was. The food arrived in its own time this is not a place for the impatient but what it lacked in speed, it more than made up for in flavor. The fish was crisp and tender, the wings richly seasoned, each bite layered with the kind of depth that doesn't rush itself. Then there was the jalapeño tucked alongside the plate like a quiet signature. It cut through the richness with a bright, deliberate heat, a small but memorable detail that elevated the entire experience. The dining room itself is modest and well-kept, with many opting to take their meals to-go or retreat to their cars. There's an ease to it all ample parking, friendly faces coming and going, a sense of community that lingers longer than the wait. Because that's the thing about places like this: they don't just feed you, they remind you why the wait was worth it.

Today is Sunday. I ordered within the first hour of them opening. The food here is absolutely…read morepositively some of the best in Dallas. The golden batter is like heaven on a plate. The shrimp and wing box was massive. Wings so good they didn't even need the lemon pepper sauce that it came with. The shrimp was addicting. I found myself regretting not getting an additional order of shrimp. (I will next time). The order came with a side of 2 pieces of well seasoned Cajun flavored corn and potato pieces that were covered with a hefty amount of cheese. A Dallas gem for sure.

So good!! The mild house sauce is delicious and not spicy enough to leave a tingle in your mouth,…read morebut full of flavor. The shrimp and snow crab legs were our favorites. The lobster tail was a bit tough and overcooked, which is a waste. Mussels were good too. Garlic noodles were not our favorite. Corn and potatoes are good, but they're a bit stingy about it only giving you one of each. When your seafood boil is $70+, you should get more than one of each. The flavors linger in your mouth for a bit. It lingered for almost 2 days for me, but would definitely return!

Went to Capt Loui for lunch and had mixed feelings about the experience. The food itself was great…read more The crab was fresh, well-seasoned, and definitely the highlight of the visit. Unfortunately, the service was questionable. Our server had difficulty communicating in English, which led to a costly misunderstanding. When we ordered crab, she never asked what type of crab we wanted and instead assumed king crab, which is significantly more expensive than other options. As a result, our bill was much higher than expected. To make matters worse, a 20% gratuity was automatically added to the bill without it being mentioned to us beforehand. While restaurants may choose to add gratuity in certain situations, customers should be clearly informed so there are no surprises. My advice: enjoy the food, but be very specific when ordering. Confirm exactly what type of crab you're getting, verify the pricing, and check your bill carefully. Also remember that gratuity should be clearly communicated and not assumed. Better communication would have made this a much better overall experience.I'd rate it 2.5 out of 5 stars. Great food, but the service and communication issues took away from the experience.

Turkey necks are delicious plenty of juice on them not dry at all will be seeing me more oftenread more

Tried Mr Cajun and got a seafood boil with shrimp and crab legs. It really hit the spot. The…read moreflavors were on point and everything tasted fresh and well seasoned. The customer service was great and made the experience even better. Only downside is I wish the place had more space because it can feel a bit cramped. Still I will definitely be back.

Dallas!! Any weekend plans?! Happy hour ANDD seafood boils…read more at @pier88dallas is definitely what you need!! Happy Hour is Mon-Fri from 12pm-6pm and ALL DAY SUNDAY you really can't beat that. And if you can mKe it to happy hour their drinks are well priced! Now let's talk about the quality of their seafood?! Yall see that live tank.. their seafood is fresh! I almost gave up on good quality seafood in Dallas but @pier88dallas has met my expectations out for sure! What really stood out was their customer service! The servers really take care of you! They plate and pack up your food for you. Something I have never experience at any seafood boils restaurant The ambiance was very nice! Family Friendly and plenty of space to host events! I definitely will be back @pier88dallas! Go check them out and tell them @foodiesonthemove_ sent you

Located where the former Boiling Crab location used to be on Walnut Street, but with an entirely…read morenew look. I love the decor they use inside. Makes you feel like you're on a ship going deep sea fishing for fresh seafood. Teresa was the server I had. She was so sweet and broke everything down. They have happy hour on select food and beverage items from 12-6pm Monday through Friday, but go ALL DAY Sunday so this is the place to be. You're entertained the moment you walk in as they have an upbeat playlist for guests to sing/dance along to & also have some TV's throughout for those who want to stay in the know. Food was also really well prepared & served HOT. No complaints at all. As of now they also provide guests with a 10% off coupon if you share your experience with them on Facebook, IG, Google or Yelp so don't be afraid to take advantage. I'll definitely be back!

You will think you are in the French Quarter! We walked over from our lodging at The Madison and…read morediscovered this phenomenal Cajun/Creole paradise. I have rarely had such a consistently excellent dining experience, from cocktails to dessert. Highlights: perfectly mixed Sazerac and Vieux Carre; succulent Baby Gem salad with fried okra; gumbo du jour with smoked duck and complex flavors; Crab Carbonara; and the piece de resistance, soft shell crabs. We rarely order dessert but couldn't resist the bread pudding and stuffed beignets, again, prepared to perfection. The ambience was wonderful, and our waiter was superb, friendly, professional, and just attentive enough. After a long travel day, this was just the meal we needed. Can't recommend it highly enough. Hats off to the chef.

Not sure why the overall rating is under a 4.5 for this restaurant…read more Love the seasonal menu. Service excellent. Ambiance was everything. Intimate. We had a mixup on the order but that was my fault. I wanted the catfish over etoufee but was brought out the pappardelle. Anyways. Absolutely delicious. This will literally become a regular spot for me. Everything was fresh. You could taste it. And the bartender was bartendING!!!! Must try!!!!

Been wanting to come here for years. We had the one in California and man it was bomb. This one…read moreright here was just as good if not even better. There was no line when we went there. Staff was friendly and kind even refreshed us about the menu and any other questions we had. Food was just great. It was nice and spacious. They're very clean. Bathrooms were clean. Will definitely be coming back to this place. The food was so good The french fries and onion rings were so nice and crispy. The boiled egg with the spices of the sauce and butter and so perfect. Thanks to Jessie who served us. She was amazing.

I did not know of all the changes which was from new owners/managers. It's been a few years since I…read morevisited. But the food waiter(s) and the atmosphere was very good.