Reviewed by: Cindy Hatcher
8 places to get your crawfish fix in Birmingham
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Whether you’re a self-proclaimed crawfish fanatic or someone who has never tried them and is feeling adventurous with your taste buds, we have you covered on some places to get your hands on some mudbugs in the Magic City this mid-February—mid-June.
That’s right, Birmingham—it’s crawfish season!
1. Red Mountain Crawfish Company
Red Mountain Crawfish Co. founder Joshua McCallie has been serving the freshest Louisiana crawfish to Birmingham for over ten years. Six days a week, they pick out the best crawfish in the Atchafalaya Basin.
It’s this level of dedication that makes for some of the most delicious crawfish in Alabama. Plus, they can cater your next event too!
Get your fix of their Cajun-boiled crawfish, Gulf shrimp, sausage, gator, and corn + potatoes at their food truck in Homewood.
- Location: 195 Vulcan Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
- Hours: Friday 3PM–6PM | Saturday 11AM–6PM | Sunday 11AM–2PM
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2. Jubilee Joe’s Cajun Seafood Restaurant
Jubilee Joe’s has been around in Birmingham for 20 years. If you’re looking for crawfish, they offer a great lunch option called “Crazy Pot,” which includes two pounds of delicious boiled crawfish, half a pound of boiled shrimp and a cluster of snow crab, all served with some delicious butter.
If this isn’t enough, don’t worry—they have a 3-pound size as well, low-boiled in delicious Cajun seasoning. Plus—they offer $25 crafish trays all day every Tuesday.
- Location: 5190 Medford Dr Ste 114, Hoover, Alabama 35244
- Hours: Tuesday- Wednesday 11AM-8PM | Thursday 11AM-9PM | Friday-Saturday 11AM-10PM | Sunday 11AM-8PM
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3. The Rougaroux
With its kitschy Cajun-inspired decor to its authentic New Orleans-inspired dishes, The Rougaroux is one local restaurant that should be at the top of your list.
Located in an 1800s era pink house in Forest Park, owners Ed Stacey + Ryan Champion have created something truly unique and special.
One of their best crawfish offerings is the Viet Cajun Seafood Po’boy. Other revolving specials are the Jambalaya Egg Rolls + Crawfish Pie.
To complete the full experience, you must taste their white chocolate bread pudding with praline rum sauce. Oh, and don’t forget to get your hands on some Zapp’s Voodoo kettle chips!
- Mountain Brook Location:
- Forest Park Location:
- Hours: Monday–Saturday 11AM–9PM | Sunday Closed
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4. Cajun Steamer Bar & Grill
Cajun Steamer Bar and Grill has just what you need for your crawfish fixings. They offer Cajun and Creole cuisine that is sure to make your mouth water.
Cajun Steamer’s motto comes from a famous Creole saying, “laissez les bon temps rouler” or “let the good times roll.”
Try their crawfish and one of their Louisiana-themed cocktails, like the Cajun Steamer Hurricane, for an exciting mix of flavors—and let the good times roll.
- Hoover Location:
- Trussville Location:
- Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11AM-9PM | Friday + Saturday 11AM-10PM
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5. Cajun Seafood House
For an authentic taste of Louisiana, check out the Cajun Seafood House. Since 2014, the locally-owned restaurant has been serving up tasty Cajun dishes, including crawfish etouffee, jambalaya, crispy fried alligator, po’ boys and more.
Be sure to wash down those perfectly seasoned spicy crawfish with one of their famous Hurricanes!
- Location: 2531 Rocky Ridge Ln, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
- Hours: Monday–Thursday 11AM–9PM | Friday + Saturday 11AM–10PM | Sunday 11AM–9PM
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6. Crazy Cajuns Boiling Pot
Crazy Cajun’s Boiling Pot is known for Owner, Robert Regard’s (Cajun born + bred in Baton Rouge) “MomMee’s” special recipe with crawfish in their etouffee, jambalaya, po’ boys + award-winning gumbo.
Head on over + grab one of their crawfish dishes, a local beer from Good People Brewing Company, TrimTab Brewing Co. or Cahaba Brewing Co., sit on the patio, + Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler! (Let the good times roll in French Cajun)
- Location: 125 Inverness Plaza, Birmingham, AL 35242
- Hours: Tuesday–Thursday 11AM–9PM | Friday + Saturday 11AM–10PM | Sunday + Monday Closed
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7. Cajun Roux Bar & Grill
Jeff Thompson moved to Birmingham from Louisiana in the early 1990s and saw a lack of authentic crawfish.
He took matters into his own hands and sold crawfish from the back of a trailer hooked up to his truck. He would later go on to open the Cajun Steamer in Hoover.
Thompson’s latest venture is the Cajun Roux Bar & Grill. His passion for bringing Birminghamians the freshest crawfish, plus his genuine Cajun hospitality, is a recipe you don’t want to miss.
Other must-try dishes are the Cajun Deviled Eggs Topped with Blackened Shrimp and their famous Sweep Da Kitchen Gumbo.
- Location: 5220 Peridot Pl Ste 132, Hoover, AL 35244
- Hours: Monday Closed | Tuesday–Thursday 11AM–9PM | Friday + Saturday 11AM–10PM | Sunday 11AM–9PM
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8. Crawdaddy’s
Crawdaddy’s in Pelham has just opened its brand-new storefront, and it’s ready to welcome guests for an unforgettable meal. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Southern cuisine or new to the flavors of Louisiana, this is the perfect place to indulge in bold and delicious crawfish.
Bring your friends, family and loved ones to Crawdaddy’s for a taste of authentic Louisiana cooking. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, it’s the ideal spot to gather and enjoy great food together. Don’t miss out on the chance to dive into the rich flavors of the South.
- Location: 220 Cahaba Valley Rd, Pelham, AL 35124
- Hours: Monday + Tuesday Closed | Thursday + Sunday 11AM-9PM | Friday + Saturday 11AM-9PM
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One Final Tip For the Crawfish Newbies Out There…
For the seasoned Birminghamians, let us know how you peel + eat your crawfish.
Now that we have your mouth watering for crawfish, head out to one of these spots now!
Where is your favorite place to get crawfish in Birmingham? Tag us @bhamnow to let us know!
