Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Cajun Catering Expert in Dallas
Cajun Crawfish has been delivering authentic Cajun theme parties since 1998, rooted in over 20 years of expertise in custom Louisiana boiling techniques. Our events combine culinary excellence with immersive cultural experiences, including Mardi Gras beads, Zydeco music, and frozen Hurricane drinks. Specializing in turnkey event planning, we handle every detail from venue selection to entertainment, ensuring seamless execution of private and corporate gatherings. Our proprietary two-step boil and soak method seasons the meat directly, avoiding dry powder coatings used by competitors.As a Dallas-based business with Louisiana ties, we truck live Louisiana crawfish overnight during peak season and offer equipment rentals for DIY enthusiasts. Our teams deep understanding of local market demands in Dallas and Fort Worth enables tailored solutions for events ranging from intimate family gatherings to large-scale corporate functions.
Services
Cajun Catering
Event Planning
DIY Crawfish Boils
Equipment Rentals
Live Crawfish Sales
Charity Boils
Fried Catfish Catering
Cajun Side Dishes
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of local crawfish boil and event planning experience
- Our proprietary two-step boil/soak method seasons the meat directly
- Full-service event planning from venue selection to music booking
- Maintain three professional boiling rigs for large-scale events
- Offer live Louisiana crawfish trucked overnight during peak season
What people say
Perfect crawfish
Best in Dallas
Large juicy crawfish
Great event planning
Excellent service
Services
Cajun Catering
Our authentic Cajun catering combines Louisiana tradition with modern event execution, serving crawfish boiled and soaked in proprietary seasoning. Events feature live music, Mardi Gras beads, and frozen drinks while maintaining focus on properly seasoned seafood. We handle parties from 20 to thousands with professional equipment and experienced staff.
Event Planning
Turnkey event solutions include venue coordination, equipment rentals, entertainment booking, and full logistics management for private and corporate functions. Our Dallas-based team with Louisiana culinary roots ensures authentic Cajun atmosphere for weddings, fundraisers, and business gatherings.
Live Crawfish Sales
We provide fresh Louisiana crawfish seasonally from November to July, with three quality grades available. Orders receive same-day shipping directly from farms for optimal freshness, supported by expert storage advice and seasoning recommendations for customer-prepared boils.
DIY Boil Rentals
Rent professional-grade 120qt pots and burners for backyard crawfish boils, including fish fryers and strainers. We provide seasoning packages and detailed cooking instructions to recreate authentic Louisiana flavors at home events.
Fried Catfish Catering
Year-round fried catfish catering with traditional Southern sides combines hand-battered fillets in regular or Cajun-seasoned options. Includes coleslaw, hush puppies, and house-made sauces, serving as standalone menu item or complement to crawfish boils.
People
David Snell
Owner
David Snell founded Cajun Crawfish in 1998, leveraging deep Louisiana culinary traditions for Dallas-area events. With over 25 years in the industry, he oversees operations and maintains quality control for all catering services and live crawfish shipments.
Michelle
Event Coordinator
Michelle handles logistics for corporate and private events, ensuring seamless execution of crawfish boils and Cajun catering functions. Her expertise in venue coordination and client communication contributes to the company's high repeat customer rate.
Cindy Shaw
Customer Service
Cindy Shaw manages client interactions for live crawfish sales and event bookings, known for her personalized service approach. Her customer-centric attitude has earned consistent praise in client testimonials across multiple years.
Questions
What sets your crawfish apart from competitors?
Our proprietary two-step boil and soak method seasons the meat directly, avoiding shell-coating powders. We use fresh Louisiana crawfish trucked overnight during peak season.
Do you cater to corporate events?
Yes, we specialize in corporate events with full-service planning capabilities, including venue selection, equipment rentals, and staff referrals for bars and entertainment.
Can we rent equipment for DIY boils?
We offer rentals for 120qt pots, burners, and fish fryers alongside live crawfish sales, seasoning, and cooking instructions for successful backyard boils.
What is your service area?
We primarily serve Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, offering live crawfish sales and catering services with delivery options for large orders.
How do you maintain crawfish quality?
We only order live crawfish when customers place orders to ensure freshness, with same-day shipping from Louisiana farms to maintain optimal condition.
What catering menu options do you offer?
Our menus include traditional Cajun selections like boiled crawfish and shrimp, fried catfish, jambalaya, gumbo, and customizable options blending Cajun flavors with BBQ or fajitas.
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