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    Willie's Boil House

    3.7 (105 reviews)
    PriceyBars, Seafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Touristy
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    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken & sausage gumbo

    First try and visit in NOLA travelers, we sat on the balcony upstairs. Atmosphere was relaxing. Live music inside the building was loud (hurting ears), but once we were outside the balcony, the music stopped, probably they r on break. . By the time we r about to go, they were back. So sad couldn't hear their singing and playing much. Food here was very salty. We ordered chicken & sausage gumbo, crawfish étoufféé & jambalaya! Both the gumbo and the étoufféé were super salty. For the crawfish dish, I expected there were real crawfish (w shells). However there was not. I disappointed bc I saw other restaurants had crawfish w shells on their menu but not theirs. Their food was overpriced. For the price like that, I expected more and tasted better. ~~7/2/26

    Vivian M.

    Shout out to Kam our server!!!! Very attentive and authentically friendly! The place is clean and cozy! Mow let's talk about the food... awesome!!!! We ordered the shrimp with crab sausage and corn... authentic New Orleans!!!! Gotta experience this when you're in New Orleans! Really good... the cajun, butter, and whatever spices... perfect!!!

    Opted for the crab carnival!
    Melissa B.

    Always helps when you know what you're craving and can find it quickly! Seafood boil was perfect. These seasoned. Grateful for the gloves and the cocktail! Decorated as expected without going overboard without being garish or over the top. Service was friendly.

    Fried chicken and red beans and rice
    Sherry T.

    This place was recommended to us by our hotel staff and we were happy to say that the shrimp and crab boil was delicious!! Perfectly seasoned (with a little spice) and they allowed me to substitute some extra potato instead of the andouille sausage. It was soooo yummy! We used the sauce to dip the potato and every other thing we could think of. My son got the friend chicken with red beans and rice. The beans were great, smoky and flavorful. But while the chicken was fried well (nice and crispy) there wasn't much seasoning. He ended up using the seasoning from my boil to add flavor. The ambiance is fun...kind of local flair with indoor/outdoor vibes. The bathrooms were upstairs...which can be a little annoying if you have to rush (waiting for the elevator every time was a bit irritating). And the service was adequate. Got the job done...not overly nice but not rude either. Kept it pretty professional and steady without feeling ignored. We would def come back if in the area again bc the whole the boil was a little on the pricey side, the food was worth it.

    Catfish plate
    Renee I.

    So glad we came here, the crawfish boil came in 3lbs and it was perfect for the 3 of us. It was seasoned great, I do wish there was more potatoes, corn and sausage. My mom got the catfish and that was also excellent, cleaned really well so it wasn't murky tasting and she didn't get sick! (She has a sensitive stomach). We'll definitely come back the next time we're in town.

    Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
    Leonor R.

    We've had shrimp boil prior but what sets this one apart is it comes fully seasoned and dry. It isn't swimming in a bag of sauce. It was "neater" & easier to eat. We only ordered these two dishes for the three of us & it was more than enough. The gumbo paired very well with Creole seasoning of the shrimp & crab boil. These were sweet & soft, too! The dining hall is very casual with large tables for big groups / families. Food was served within 15 minutes of ordering. The wait staff checked in often. She. was very friendly & pleasant. After a day of walking & exploring, it was such a relaxed meal that we truly enjoyed eating with our hands!

    Red beans and rice side with glass of wine
    Cary N.

    Good food. It's a 2-story restaurant. The 2nd floor has the live band, so can be noisy. The restroom is on the second floor as well. The service was great; very friendly and attentive. Got my boiled crawfish I wanted and a side of red beans and rices the crawfish must order 3lbs but it was great for sharing. It was a good birthday meal.

    On point cocktails!
    Angel S.

    Recommend! Stopped in for a quick appetizer and drink. We ordered crab cakes and some cocktails. The drinks were on point. One of the best Mint Julep in NOLa. The crabcakes were full of flavors and ultra tasty! Stop in, sit at the bar and enjoy!

    Inside
    Sharon H.

    A good place to grab something to eat in the French Quarter while out sightseeing. The corn was so good with a nice kick to it and crawfish basket is the best.

    Outside
    Katie-Ann F.

    1st seafood boil, and I'm still thinking about it. Good food, good company, good times. Unfortunately, crawfish season is January-July, so we didn't have any, but the Shrimp Joubilee combo platter we got was amazing nonetheless. The shrimp, sausage, and potatoes were soaked in the salty, spicy, buttery, and intensely garlic sauce. There was certainly no shortage of flavor here. The snow crab and corn were ok as they didn't absorb up the flavors as much, but still good. We also got their Boudin Balls as an appetizer, and they were perfectly crispy and seasoned! The aioli paired well with the balls too. The restaurant is well decorated, and our waiter was so kind and down to earth. He helped us decide on what to get, especially this being our first time. Great food, lovely service, and highly highly recommend coming here!

    John W.

    Our server was amazing, very attentive and accommodating. It's right in the middle of everything and the hours are good, so it's a very convenient option. The food was all very good. I would recommend the snow crab legs.

    Jenn C.

    Came to NOLA for crawfish and Willie's game me what I came for. They were big and juicy with just the right about of heat that sneaks up on you. It's not too much at all even for those who don't like spicy. Our server was attentive and funny. My daughter had a side of red beans and rice and said they were perfect with a balance of rice, beans and sausage. Everything was finger licking good!

    Shajuan T.

    The food was good a little spicy for my friend but not me. I'm originally from NOLA so the spice didn't bother me a bit. It was my first time trying boudin balls which were actually good and that corn was hitting too. I had to tell her to take the spice off which made it better for her but I loved the sweet corn and the spice. Now when I ordered the crawfish (hadn't had it in years) they were out but just as I ordered something else and our server was turning to walk away, voila crawfish arrived . I was able to get what I wanted it was good and no, I don't suck the heads. The atmosphere in that place was cool, like being at a boathouse near the water. Our server was good, and patient with me. I'm a little picky but he helped me with my menu questions. That was a good stop we made for lunch since we were just walking and seeing sites.

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    So delicious and Millicent was amazing !!!!! I'm happy we stopped by during our NOLA trip!

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