Deanie's boiled shrimp are available year-round from Gulf sources. The shrimp are plump, sweet, and boiled to perfection in a Creole spice blend that enhances without overwhelming. Available peeled (ready to eat) or unpeeled (interactive eating).
Tips from diners
Get them unpeeled if you have time to sit — the act of peeling is part of the eating experience.
Deanie's boiled crawfish are a seasonal offering (spring and early summer) prepared with traditional spices. The crawfish are sourced directly from Louisiana suppliers and boiled in time-tested recipes that have remained consistent for decades. Reviewers describe them as perfectly seasoned and a benchmark for the dish.
Tips from diners
Only available March-June when crawfish are in season — peak quality is April-May. Call ahead to confirm availability.
Ask for them spiced hot if you like heat — the kitchen can customize the seasoning level.
For a lighter option, Deanie's offers chargrilled fish that varies based on the day's catch. The preparation is simple — the fresh fish speaks for itself with minimal seasoning beyond lemon and herbs.
Tips from diners
Ask what fish is available today — the daily specials are the freshest catch and often the best value.
Deanie's fried seafood platter gives a survey of Gulf offerings — crispy-fried shrimp, catfish, and oysters when available, served with sides. It's a complete meal showcasing the restaurant's commitment to quality fried preparations.
Tips from diners
Good for sharing between 2 people or as a solo meal if you're very hungry. Generous portions.
When available, Deanie's boiled blue crab is a regional treasure — large Louisiana crabs with sweet meat in claws and body. They're boiled in the same time-tested spice blend used for crawfish and shrimp.
Tips from diners
Best May-September when local crab is in peak season. Call to confirm availability.
Deanie's Seafood opened over 60 years ago as the first seafood market in Bucktown, a historic fishing community in New Orleans. It was also one of the first to sell boiled seafood ready to eat — a business model that became the New Orleans standard. Today, Deanie's operates three restaurants while maintaining their commitment to procuring Louisiana's finest seafood and preparing it in time-tested boiling recipes.
The attached market lets you buy raw seafood to take home if you want to cook yourself — worth exploring.
Prices are market-based for boiled seafood — they fluctuate with Gulf availability and season. Call ahead for current pricing.
Come 11 AM-2 PM for lunch to avoid dinner crowds and ensure the freshest daily catch.
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