I honestly have the crawfish boil here It's seasoned well…read moreand the prices are great! 6.99 lbs for crawfish boil is a steal! 4/20/26 Went back 4/22/26 and crawfish was $5.99lbs Ate 6lbs all by myself! Delishhhhh! Ordered crawfish pie, paid $4xx and they totally forgot To pack it wahhh! Was to lazy to go back so blah! When I asked a the coworker when I went back 2 days later they said nothing they can do cause I left the store already:-( whateveas! They still have bomb crawfish! Fried Chicken and red bean rice is fire! Reminds me of those mom and pops gas station chickens yum! $7.99 can't beat that price! 5/5 Service 3/5 Place is huge and pretty clean.

Fast food cajun with seating inside. very reasonable priced…read moreand the food is really good. Very spicy but great !

I'm going straight for the plus with this review. I'm not sure that you should have two fire ass…read morerestaurants sitting next-door to each other but it's happening and it works. We went for the gumbo tasting, it did not make the cut. But we also tried our luck at the crawfish. Let me tell you something.. as a matter of fact, I don't have to tell you nothing.. the crawfish flavor speaks for herself! They did their absolute thing with this boil for the crawfish.. me and my bestie.. sang, danced in our seat and sucked the heads off dem damn crawfish! 10/10 .. would recommend

We came on apparently the last day they were open before they were closing for renovations x 4…read moremonths. They were pretty much out of everything. It was easier for them to say what they have then for ppl to order and then say they don't have it. We got the crawfish boil. Not bad. Very very salty. In a nice neighborhood. Good experience. Hopefully they figure it out

OMG!!!! This place was sooo freaking good!!! The seasoning and sauce was perfect for what we asked…read morefor. I came with a friend who had never had a seafood boil. I've never had crawfish and seeing it was crawfish season we were destined to be here. We built out our own seafood boil, which included, 1lb shrimp head off, 2 soft shell crab clusters, 1lb crawfish, corn, potato, and sausage. Let's just say we left with a pretty big leftovers box We ordered the hot house flavor and do not regret it one bit! Our server was so kind to show us how to peel and eat the crawfish and honestly it was so fun!! I will definitely be back next time in New Orleans!! One quick note I will say that I learned from a local that I wish I knew before this feast (And you should double check with staff if this info is correct). Most seafood boil places in the area when they have headless shrimp it is farmed and brought in from outside retailers where if you get head-on it's from local ships in the area/fresh caught. Apparently they've been struggling and if you want to support New Orleans local fisherman then go for the head-on shrimp. Again double check with staff if their head-on shrimp is local cuz I learned this information after visiting.

Ordered fried alligator bites and popcorn shrimp as appetizers...these alone were probably 4 stars…read morebut it went down hill after that. Took 30 min into the meal to receive the gumbo we ordered. Server would disappear for 20/30 min increments. As our meal we ordered snow crab slam - the shell was seasoned but meat was bland. Also tried the jumbo shrimp plate with fried rice, rice was very dry! Overall disappointing for 1st time in New Orleans. Ps. Restrooms were filthy!!!!

CAJUN SEAFOOD!!! My…read moreoh my, does this place have my heart! They know how to get down right here. It was super close to where we were staying, and since I didn't catch a seafood boil in the Quarter or anywhere else in town, I had to try this spot. My friend and I had our eyes on it, but once our Uber driver confirmed it was a bomb spot, we were all in and it did not disappoint. I even met a lady who drives 45 minutes just to get here, so if she makes that trek, you know this is the spot. I will be dreaming of this place! Being takeout-only gave it that authentic, local vibe, and I loved every bite. Unlike the typical mixed seafood boils, they bag everything separately, and I mixed it all together once I got back to my place. They have some garlic butter you can add, and I got it spicy! It definitely had a kick, and I loved it. I had a pound of shrimp, added sausage, two boiled eggs, the BOMBEST potatoes and corn, all tossed with the spicy garlic butter and I devoured it. Let me just brag on that shrimp and those potatoes for a second: both were amazing. The potatoes were cooked to perfection! Soft, not mushy, and seasoned just right. And the shrimp? Wow. I can still taste it. If you're in NOLA, you have to check this spot out! I will say one more thing though I wish I had room to try the gumbo! I would have loved to taste it here. Lastly, I didn't get to grab a po' boy in town, so we came back the next morning to try one. Sadly, the seafood section wasn't ready yet (we went around 10:30am), but the roast beef po' boy with gravy, lettuce, tomato, mayo, and maybe few other ingredients in it was incredible. I loved it! You'll definitely catch me here again next time I'm in town. 10,000/10. Thank you, cooks! A few practical things: if you're driving, there's parking. The service was friendly, prices were great, and while there isn't indoor seating, the waiting area is decent-sized. Just know it can get busy!

Food: Yakamein aka Yaka Meat (NOLA style) - I hadn't had…read morethis exquisite NOLA native cuisine in a long time and I hadn't been craving it especially with the lowered temperature in the city. It was filled with nice chunks of beef, shrimps, and chicken. The broth was perfect (some places make it way too salty) and definitely satisfied my palate. Seafood Gumbo - Like most New Orleanians like me, we don't eat just anyone's gumbo. This hit the spot in every way gumbo should hit the spot! Service: Impeccable! Everyone I've come in contact with at Cajun's on Broad Street have been nothing short of wonderful. My experience has been amazing because they will address you with a smile as soon as they see you. They take your order and engage you in conversation treating you like a human being and not $$$. The staff is courteous and efficient. Ambiance: Fun family vibe and personal attention. If you're ever in the New Orleans area, come and give this business a try. You can only order takeout because there's no seating area to enjoy your meal there which is the reason I rated it 4 stars. Nonetheless, staff is everything and the food is soooooo delicious.

In NOLA during crawfish season sooooo you know we have to find a boil and here is where I ended up…read more Shared the 3lb crawfish special which came with 3 potatoes and a corn. Crawfish were cooked well but a little salty for my liking. I did like all the garlic and the little kick it had as well. Hubby and my dad got gulf shrimp/snowcrab boil - shrimp were cooked perfectly and the seasoning was different - also had a lot of garlic and was sweeter and less salty. The snow crab was sweet but hard to open. Hushpuppies were crispy and soft in the center and the sauce was really good - just wish they were bigger. Staff there were super friendly and attentive.

It's my first time in NOLA and the group wanted seafood boil. It was unusually cold and windy the…read moreday we came and I can see why normally the doors would be wide open for the air to circulate but today was not a good day to be doing that! I really insisted that they close a door so it's not freezing cold. The waitress seemed really bored and wasn't really conversational, which is fine but you're in such a touristy area that I think it matters more. The options were also somewhat limiting. You HAVE to get 3lb minimum of crawfish - so we skipped it. And the rest of it was alright. I honestly like my local chain hook and reel better bc they had more than one seasoning option. Sad to say I wouldn't really want to return based on the limitations and experience today, but the location and vibe is really nice.

We had a spectacular dinner at Drago's Seafood Restaurant inside the Hilton New Orleans Riverside!…read moreMy husband's sister and her friend were visiting from out of town, so it was a group of five with me, my husband, our daughter, my sister-in-law, and her friend. The food overall was outstanding, and it was a great spot to take out-of-town guests. To kick things off, we started with a dozen of their legendary Charbroiled Oysters. To be completely honest, we were a little disappointed with them this time. Normally, Drago's oysters are swimming in that famous, rich garlic-butter sauce, but this batch was not as juicy and lacked that extra sauce we are used to getting. They weren't completely dry, but definitely missing that signature butteriness. On the bright side, the rest of the meal was flawless! My sister-in-law ordered a bottle of Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay for her, her friend, and me to share, which was beautifully chilled and paired perfectly with everything. For entrees, my husband and I both ordered the Boneless Beef Short Rib. It was incredibly tender--true melt-in-your-mouth perfection--served over creamy mashed potatoes with rich gravy and topped with fresh sautéed spinach. My sister-in-law got the Seafood Pasta, which was completely decadent with a rich cream sauce over angel hair and a very generous mound of sweet lump crabmeat right on top. Her friend ordered Mama Ruth's Seafood Gumbo and loved that authentic, deep New Orleans dark roux flavor. Our daughter went with the Filet Mignon, which was cooked perfectly and came with a massive plate of hot, crispy French fries that the whole table ended up happily snacking on. Despite the oysters being a bit of a letdown, the entrees, wine, and atmosphere made for a memorable night with family. We will definitely give them another try!

I came to Drago's in New Orleans for one reason: the famous charbroiled oysters. They were so…read moreincredible that I ended up coming back a second time during my trip. That's it. That's the review. The oysters were buttery, garlicky, cheesy, and perfectly charred--absolutely worth the hype. Beyond the food, the service was wonderful. Our waiter, Kay, was attentive and friendly, and the hostesses were just as welcoming, making the entire experience feel warm from the moment we walked in. The ambiance has a classic New Orleans feel--older, spacious, and almost reminiscent of a casino with its large dining room. It may not be the trendiest restaurant in the city, but it delivers exactly what people come for. If you're visiting New Orleans, do yourself a favor and order the charbroiled oysters. They alone are worth the stop... or two.

Remember this is a cash only place!…read more I was eager to try this place because it closes down for a season and if you as a restaurant can close for a season I'm curious. We tried the chargrilled oysters and they were very tasty. While I didn't go crazy with the menu I felt my choice was a great. Service was good and the inside is like stepping into someone's grandmas old kitchen. I'd go back on my next trip!

Gluten free fried seafood that honestly feels like eating in a southern grandmother's kitchen…read more The staff is friendly and personable. Prices are reasonable and I loved that it has an old school diner type feel. It's small but adequate and I love that items are made to order. Their main specialty oysters so I believe they're close during the month that oysters are not in season locally. The only other thing that I would call out and that is worth mentioning is that it's cash only but there is a ATM near the entrance if needed.

If you're visiting New Orleans and love oysters, make Desire Oyster Bar your first stop. Tucked off…read moreBourbon Street in the heart of the French Quarter, this place delivers on both the raw bar and the chargrilled oysters -- and does it at a high level. The raw oysters were fresh, clean, and briny in exactly the right way. But the chargrilled oysters are the real showstopper -- buttery, perfectly seasoned, and cooked with the kind of confidence that only comes from doing it right every single day. This is New Orleans oyster culture at its best. The setting inside the Hotel Monteleone area adds a classic French Quarter vibe without feeling touristy. Service was attentive and knowledgeable. Whether you're a raw oyster purist or a chargrilled convert (or both), Desire delivers. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a quintessential New Orleans oyster experience.

Went to Desires Oyster Bar on Bourbon Street and ordered the catfish…read more The catfish was just so-so. The crust was flaky instead of the traditional cornmeal coating, and it didn't have the Southern-style flavor I was expecting. The fries were the highlight of the meal--they were well seasoned and tasted great. The corn fritters also had really nice flavor and were enjoyable. The customer service was excellent, and the restaurant has plenty of seating, including a nice outdoor patio area. Overall, the service and atmosphere were great, but the catfish didn't quite meet my expectations.