44 Best Seafood Restaurants near Carencro

“Food is always great and prices are competitive! Staff is always super friendly and efficient. And keep an eye out on their FB for the real deals! The service and food quality is good enough that I'm usually a customer once a week lately.“

“We always go out and find a nice place to relax and this was an awesome choice. First of all the reception was so accommodating and the waiter was excellent in every way. His name is Mitch he said and not with a letter B. He was a hoot and made sure we all were satisfied. A restaurant needs more people like him and the excellent service he gave. I would recommend this place to anyone the food was super 👌“

“Excellent food reasonable prices professional staff always at your service very clean & disinfected areas. Experience staff ,well self-esteem bartenders so generosity towards way customers like to be treated .5 starr rated restaurant .I will recommend to anyone ,waiting time for food,drinks,very minimal. I w
I'll eat at the place more often THANKS. M.MILLER“

“What an amazing place to eat, relax and chill. The food and drinks were amazing. The bartender was sweet and enjoyable. She made our experience great. Didn't catch her name but she had short bangs and wavy hair. Fun time. Can't wait to go back.“

“Hands down the best oysters ever. We drove 5 1/2 hrs just to get the jacked up charbroiled oysters . Definitely worth the drive. Thanks for wowing our mouths ❤️❤️and Allen our waiter rocked. Very friendly and fast service .,,“

“Best kept secret for local boudin“

“Don’t let the outside be deceiving!!! The inside offers you the best service and food. The crawfish was some of the biggest I have seen. Both the shrimp and crawfish was seasoned perfectly!!! I wish I could be closer to go ever week, soooo good!“

“Great food and great service from Ms. Jamie we will be back“

“The service was outstanding! They made my birthday one to remember! - crawfish 🔥 so easy to peel - spiced to perfection - they offer you gloves 🥰 - don't sleep on those sides 😴 they are soooo good! - BYOB saves you money and they hook you up with buckets! - BEST CRAWFISH AROUND ACADIANA HANDS DOWN!“

“6.13.25 @ approx. 1 P.M.
I came here for the first time because Lumber Jacks (another eatery I wanted to try seemed to have been closed for good).

I saw chicken and sausage gumbo on their menu, but they ran out.

I tried the shrimp stew. It came with corn and potato salad. It was good.

We also tried the fried catfish (2 pieces), and I really enjoyed the piece I tasted.

If you are ever on Moss St. and looking for a plate lunch, the Lunch Box might fill the void.“

“Loved it!!!! I haven’t had real seafood in a hot minute. I knew it would be good when I pulled up to the building. I smelled the spice as soon as I walked in, I ordered crawfish, snow crab legs and blue crabs. We went with the mild seasoning (I smelled the spice and my baby is NY born soooo…) anyway… the taste was amazing, very flavorful and not too spicy… Spiced enough to have your nose running but not overbearing. It was cooked to order, still hot after 30mins plus and the lady brought the pans to us (which she didn’t have to do, but I thought when she said 20mins that I’d give them 30mins before going in). Great meal!!! Would definitely go again!!! Just in town for the football tournament but I’d take another weekend drive to get some more.“

“The chicken strips...😋...juicy and delicious! Can I give 6 stars?!??!?!“

“So good great rotisserie chicken, burgers, grits, fries, and shrimp. Every thing is so good!!!“

“The atmosphere in the restaurant is very nice. Very friendly and respectable workers. We went on a Friday in lent so that means it was a packed house. The waitresses were hustling. Never did you have to ask them for anything twice. They were on top of their job. The food was fabulous. In our group we had boiled crawfish, shrimp, onions, and sausage. We had chicken tenders and shrimp poboys. Not one single complaint about the food, atmosphere or the hospitality. We will definitely be back.“

“No doubt, these are the best carne asada tacos in town. The meat is grilled perfectly, and the tortillas are soft but sturdy. You can really taste the quality ingredients.“

“Amazing flavor, perfect size, vegetables (may have been old) other than that the crawfish was PERFECT“

“Hands down the best crawfish I’ve ever had. I got the spicy & they were on point! They were huge & not one bad crawfish in my plate. We got shrimp to take home & even they were phenomenal!!“

“Found this place on TikTok, went today and it was awesome. 10/10“

“Everything in my plate was 100% delicious 😋 Amazing and friend workers!!! Plate was full!!!“

“My teenager sons like it,I use to go there; here and there when they were small,active,and trying to keep up with their appetite, so it was convenient and they did share a plate then,tenders and fries,or fried rice,it would be alot in one plate,huge tenders,but now their appetite is like grown men and ain't no Shareing anymore lol,I rather eat somewhere else myself when they decide to eat there!“

“Consistently good crawfish, shrimp, potatoes and corn. We've been ordering for 8 or 9 years and keep coming back. Sure, you get the occasional bad potato or crawfish but those are the exceptions. We usually get the 6lb combo once a week during the season. No other restaurant can come close to getting that amount of business from us. And the claws on their crawfish....easiest peeling I've ever had.“

“Food & staff both amazing every time I’ve dined in or picked up!!“

“Excellent meal and service. Charming atmosphere. Friendly, local owners. Will return.“

“Me and my mom stopped there for lunch this afternoon. The food was delicious and our waitress Kinley was outstanding“

“Reddick Stevens has been doing work for Greystone for several years now. Reddick has a trustworthy, courteous and hardworking group of craftsman. They are a full service company and handle everything from interior trim work to concrete repairs. Reddick and his team respond immediately when contacted and pay amazing attention to detail, which is very rare this day and age and certainly something you can't put a price on!“

“Lee is one of the best servers we have ever had! He treats us just like family and always gives exceptional service!! We love that the food is sourced locally!“

“I had a Shredded beef and beans hot plate, phillie cheese steak empanadas, and xxx hot shrimp. All three were amazing. when I ate it I almost cried I was so thankful. It was extremely unexpected after comming in here on a whim when all the Pho shops are closed. Get that Shredded beef and bean hot plate!! I'll est here every time I'm in lafayette for work now.“

“From the moment I stepped inside I was enveloped in an atmosphere of pure elegance. The soft ambient lighting, tasteful décor, and hushed conversations created an intimate yet refined setting, perfect for a memorable evening. The service was impeccable—attentive yet unobtrusive, with every detail meticulously attended to. The staff’s knowledge of the menu and wine pairings was impressive, guiding us through a culinary journey that felt both personalized and indulgent. ❣️“

“I been using Dwight’s for years on the catering side. My party guest are always pleased, just as much as I am.“

“We enjoyed our evening at Randol's service with Lily as awesome. The owner checked on us. food was delicious. The music was fun to dance to.“

“The smother pork chops was good“

“Charlie’s Seafood – 4.1 / 5 Stars

What Stands Out

Generous, well-seasoned portions – The Large Seafood Plate (two catfish + 10 shrimp with salad, bread & choice of fries or fried rice) comes in around $13 and consistently satisfies .

Signature egg rolls and popcorn shrimp – Egg rolls are frequently praised as “best I’ve had in the area so far” , and popcorn shrimp plates boast a 96% thumbs-up rating .

Speed & friendliness – Customers rave about fast, courteous drive-thru service and a clean, casual dining area .

Wide menu variety – From classic fried fish plates, shrimp burgers, shrimp fried rice, lo mein, to chicken tenders and burgers, they cover both seafood and Asian-inspired comfort .

Where It Can Slip

Spice inconsistency – Some orders, even when marked mild, arrive overly spicy, and seasoning can vary meal to meal .

Quality dips occasionally – A few customers cited dry chicken tenders and soggy fries or stale poboys during off-days .

Not a fine-dining setup – It's primarily take-out with limited dine-in; service can slow during peak times, and mistakes happen—though they’re usually made right .

Best Bets

Large Seafood Plate – For value and flavor.

Egg Rolls – A standout “local favorite.”

Popcorn Shrimp Plate – High thumbs-up rating and dependable crowd-pleaser.

Lo Mein – A tasty detour if you want something beyond fried sea fare.

Final Take

Charlie’s Seafood is a solid go-to for hearty, affordable gulf-style seafood with friendly service and speedy takeout. It shines brightest for value-conscious eaters craving classic fried seafood or even lo mein. Just be aware of slight inconsistencies in spice and quality during busy times.

Rating 4/ 5 — dependable, flavorful, and unbeatable for the price, but occasional seasoning swings and service hiccups prevent a.“

“Their crawfish are the best tasting- seasoned inside and out perfectly. The crawfish are huge but not hard to peel. Their boiled shrimp are large and are also seasoned perfectly. Their prices are good and the staff is friendly.“

“Mandez’s is where we chose to have a much needed and overdue date night. Our waitress went above and beyond. We ordered the seafood nachos for an appetizer. Amazing! I ordered the crab cake dinner with a side of eggplant fries and a side salad with the pepper jelly vinaigrette. Crab cakes were flaky and cooked to perfection. Eggplant fries were crispy and not greasy. paired so well with the dip. Side salad was fresh , pepper jelly vinaigrette had the right amount of zing., and the pickled okra was the chef’s kiss! My husband ordered the shrimp basket and had no complaints. We loved that the dining area was small but well laid out. Great atmosphere! I can’t speak of the bathrooms because I didn’t need to use them while there. Definitely recommend!“

“I like to go with friends to this place with my highest recommendations. I go to this restaurant often. This recommendation is always successful. The dishes they serve are tasty and the stuff is efficient and cooperative. Every time we go to this place we enjoy a lovely evening. highly recommended.“

“We celebrated our 39th anniversary Saturday night It was amazing. The ribeyes was so tender and juicy, sweet potatoes with pecans was to divine. The whole dinner was awesome! We love the services and the atmosphere, it was beautiful and spectacular. We will be back. Thanks for a wonderful visit.“

“Great food and service. Our server, Macie, was amazing! She is clearly experienced and focused on a great experience for customers. Ask for Macie as your server on your next trip to Cafe Josephine!“

“The wings are on POINT. And I am loving the app exclusives. My favorite wings in Lafayette, bomb sauces made in house and fresh food every time. Cannot wait for the new location by ambassador.“

“Staff behind the counter are amazing.
The food, especially the ribs, are absolutely great. Kind of remind me of mission barbecue.However, I will note that this place is also much more expensive than mission barbecue. Two people, two meals, two drinks came up to around sixty four dollars.“

“there crabs are amazing, full and seasoned to perfection. will be back.“

“Great food!! Nice place, great service!! Would definitely recommend it!!! FIVE stars!“

“i had the catfish dinner and let me tell ya'll, I have been eating, catching,cleaning and eating catfish since I was a baby(didn't start cleaning them til I was 7), and Knotts Cajun Cafe knows how to do it right! It is not overcooked, the seasoning is right on and it's not to salty! ( like alot of places) I will dang sure to stop by every time I am in the area!“

“Great size. nicely seasoned , fast drive thru and friendly staff.“

“Looked for a sit down crawfish boiler between Ville Platte and Lafayette that was boiling for lunch on a Saturday. Cankton Cafe was one of the few sit down places open and boiling. The place was easy to find with plenty of parking. The staff was very friendly and attentive and the crawfish seasoning and quality was above average. Definitely a small town restaurant worth taking a detour for.“