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SJ Crawfish, the premier Cajun restaurant and Creole restaurant in San Jose, serves up mouth-watering Seafood dishes that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Louisiana. Located in the heart of downtown San Jose at 393 N Capitol Ave, CA 95133, our Bar and restaurant offers a unique dining experience that combines the warmth of Southern hospitality with the vibrant energy of the Bay Area. Our menu features a wide variety of Seafood favorites, including crawfish, shrimp, crab legs, and oysters, all expertly prepared in our signature Cajun and Creole styles. From spicy boils to savory étouffées, our dishes are made with only the freshest ingredients and a dash of love. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dinner with friends, a romantic night out, or a lively gathering with colleagues, SJ Crawfish is the perfect destination. Our friendly staff, lively atmosphere, and commitment to quality ensure that every visit is a memorable one. Come taste the difference at SJ Crawfish, the ultimate Seafood restaurant experience in San Jose.

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Vinh Du
Vinh Du -Google user
2 weeks ago
This is a classic Vietnamese crawfish spot that delivers a solid experience. While it may not be extraordinary, it certainly has its highlights. The standout feature is undoubtedly the sauce—absolutely amazing and packed with flavor. The service was decent, though there was a minor hiccup...Read More
Thanh Barnes
Thanh Barnes -Google user
6 years ago
My favorite crawfish spot. The owner knows how to take good care of their business. I come here like every week now as I know I always get the best seafood and service.
Matthew Gibson
Matthew Gibson -Google user
5 years ago
Might be my issue, but the shrimp were super hard to peel and crawfish were a LOT smaller than I had expected. Left a bit hungry.
Jeremy Nalangan
Jeremy Nalangan -Google user
5 years ago
Warm & welcoming service and perfectly seasoned and cooked crawfish. House sauce was super tasty and garlicky, loved it. We ordered The 3lb combo w crawfish, shrimp and mussels A++++
Rachel Yeh
Rachel Yeh -Google user
5 years ago
I got it togo. I got a pound of shrimp with their house sauce and catfish with fries. I also ordered sausages and corn but they forgot to put it with the shrimp. I love the sauce and the size of the shrimp was good.
Jenny Tran
Jenny Tran -Google user
2 months ago
This is my favorite spot to enjoy fresh seafood, especially the crawfish! I absolutely love the 7 different sauces they offer, and the garlic noodles are incredibly tasty. The customer service is excellent, so thoughtful and attentive. I had such a great experience here and...Read More
Michael Chen
Michael Chen -Google user
9 months ago
NOT ALL SHRIMPS ARE CREATED EQUAL! Read several glowing reviews and thought the spot would be legit, but we were disappointed The shrimp meats were mostly on the soft or mushy side, lacking the typical density of fresh shrimp we had elsewhere, it’s as if the shrimps...Read More
Raven Moody
Raven Moody -Google user
8 months ago
I ate these guys on Sunday June 14th. I can tell you right now I was highly disappointed. I’m from the south so I was expecting something from this place considering they have a bunch of these in the south. Every one of those were...Read More
Amanda Trumble
Amanda Trumble -Google user
a year ago
We got the combo with 2lb shrimp and 1lb clams with the house special sauce, rice, and cajun fries on the side. The price was right!! Significantly less expensive than Boiling Crab and Kickin Crab. The fries were great. Crispy on the outside and soft...Read More
Thuy Nguyen
Thuy Nguyen -Google user
5 months ago
Foods was ok , but services was suck like they didn’t need a customers . won’t come back again ! Service Dine in Price per person $100+ Food: 2 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 2 Recommended dishes Sweet Potatoes Fries, Seafood, Cajun Fries

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