Where to Score the Best Crawfish in Houston

Sucking the heads, while recommended, is entirely optional

Living in Houston, you come to know the three seasons: hot, hotter, and then crawfish season. Crawfish season can begin as early as December or January, lasting until early July, but most chefs and providers say spring is when the season peaks and the best crawfish are available.

While last year’s crawfish season experienced a great delay, this year is much more promising, with many restaurants already delivering mudbugs to tables around the city.

From traditional Cajun hotspots to the city’s Viet-Cajun hybrids, crawfish season is one that many Houstonians celebrate. Varying heat levels and signature sauces, along with trusty sides of corn, sausage, and potatoes, make crawfish the Mount Rushmore of Houston food experiences. Here’s where you can score the best of the best crawfish this season.