The Best Cajun Creole Restaurants in Atlanta

Cajun/Creole food is taking over across the Southeast. Yes, you can find it in Georgia’s largest city as well. If you’re looking for crawfish, gumbo and more in Atlanta, keep reading.

In this article, we’ll share the best Cajun Creole restaurants in Atlanta are best-kept secrets. We’ve compiled our list so you don’t have to travel all the way to Louisiana for its most delicious dishes.

If you’re looking for some authentic Cajun food in Atlanta, it’s listed here.

Best Cajun Restaurants In Atlanta

You may luck upon a great Cajun/Creole seafood restaurant in Atlanta from time to time, but to know who puts it down every day in Atlanta, you’ll need a bit more… seasoning. That’s where we come in. We’ve visited these Cajun restaurants in Atlanta to let you know who’s best.

Here Are The Best Cajun Restaurants In Atlanta

In no particular order, here are the best Cajun restaurants in Atlanta. Of course, there are more of those type restaurants than the ones listed, but here are our favorites.

6 Feet Under Pub & Fish House

Atlanta Locations:

• 437 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (404) 523-6664
• 685 11th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 810-0040

The two 6 Feet Under restaurants in Atlanta come pretty close to the best seafood restaurants in Atlanta: They have hands-down the best fried catfish in the city as well as all the trimmings you’d expect from Louisiana cuisine.

Here’s one one reviewer says about 6 Feet Under: “Great atmosphere and people were socially distancing which was cool. The service was a little slow but server was nice and made great suggestions. The snow crab was seasoned and hot. Overall a good place for friends and food.”

Mama Janes Seafood & Creole Kitchen

1996 Sylvan Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (404) 963-2660

Here’s what one customer says about Mama Jane’s. “Stopped in for some seafood boil as we had a pretty rough day just leaving the cemetery yesterday. Little did I know the owner would personally walk us through the menu. Being born in Louisiana I’m pretty picky about my crawfish and build but this is spiced just right!! I got shrimp sausage corn and a pond and a half of crawfish also a turkey neck and boudin balls. Everything was great.”

Just Loaf’N New Orleans PoBoys & Snoballs

371 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 |  (404) 537-6269

Here’s what one reviewer says about Just Loaf’n: “So yourself a favor and have the roast beef poboy. Even being from New Orleans, this is one of the best ones I’ve had. Well done, and I look forward to my next one.”

Juicy Crab

Juicy Crab has quickly grown into a go-to restaurant for seafood in metro Atlanta. After its first location in Conyers, Juicy Crab opened its only location inside the perimeter on Camp Creek and it was over. In 2018, more Juicy Crab locations opened locally:

Here are the metro Atlanta locations of Juicy Crab:

• 2524 Cobb Pkwy SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
• 2205 Pleasant Hill Rd, Duluth, GA 30096
• 3650 Marketplace Blvd #920, East Point, GA 30344
• 3171 GA-5, Douglasville, GA 30135
• 1360 Dogwood Dr SE, Conyers, GA 30013

One reviewer of the Smyrna location said this: “A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!! The lb of KING CRAB LEGS were the best. Our waiter Kierra was AMAZING as well. The atmosphere was very nice also. Our food was done in a timely manner!! Loved it ❤️ Last week, I had the 1/2 pound Snow Crab legs were small, but delicious as well. I loved the lemon pepper seasoning more than the all in one. However, they were both GREAT!”

Louisiana Bistreaux

Atlanta Locations:

• 1375 Virginia Ave, East Point, GA 30344  404-762-6755
• 1496 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030,  404-963-1463
• in Buckhead inside a Hampton Inn hotel  404) 941-9545

The closest authenticity to New Orleans-style cuisine is Louisiana Bistreaux. The popular restaurant offers traditional Cajun & Creole dishes, plus wines & local craft beers. The original Louisiana Bistreaux is in East Point on Virginia Avenue. In 2017, another location opened in Decatur.

Here’s what one reviewer said about Louisiana Bistreaux: “Superb staff. Others apparently love the food, it seems. The person next to me returned from just days ago visit to again have the shrimp and grits (he said, spicy -full of flavor”). What I had was “ok”, not great. Just had a crab cake (small, not fantastic) and a dessert (not convinced it was made there). Won’t dismiss trying again, just try something else.”

Big Easy Grille

1193 Collier Rd NW Suite D, Atlanta, GA 30318 | 404-352-2777

The Big Easy Grille at 1193 Collier Road, Atlanta. is a neighborhood favorite spot in Midtown Atlanta. Because of its sparse competition, the Big Easy Grille is the only place in Midtown where you can get some legit gumbo, po’boys, fried alligator and crawfish etouffe.

One reviewer said this: “I seldom leave reviews. But this place deserves one! I was super skeptical about eating here, but I wanted gator bites so we decided to go with it. Honestly, really glad I did. The gator bites were cooked perfectly, but they’re tossed in some kinda sweet/spicy tangy sauce. It was good, but honestly could’ve skipped out on that, just personal preference. My finance ordered the bourbon salmon BLT which was absolutely divine & perfectly cooked!

“My black & bleu burger (asked for medium rare) on the other hand was extremely undercooked, literally raw, seems like only the outside was seared. But I showed my waitress who was extremely kind, & she was very apologetic & had the cook whip me up a new one to go, since I was already full. Overall, the experience was amazing, They deserve 5-stars! The burger was a mistake, & it was corrected. No need to deduct or let it effect the rating. We’re all human, we make mistakes! If you’re thinking about eating here, don’t be skeptical, go for it because you won’t be disappointed. We left happy & full, will definitely be returning!”

Bon Ton

674 Myrtle St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 996-6177

Here’s what one reviewer says about Bon Ton Atlanta: “Wow! Very impressed with the food here. We both had fried catfish baskets and they were delicious. Well seasoned! Also loved the Bourbon Mai Tai. Nice alcohol proportions and was not overly sweet. Not currently open on the inside but they do offer outdoor seating. Too many flies for me so we took our food home but Overall good spot and we will definitely be back!”

Blaze Steak & Seafood

3752 Cascade Rd Ste 110, Atlanta, GA 30331 | (404) 907-4700

If you’re into celebrity-run restaurants Blaze Steak & Seafood, owned by entrepreneur Todd Tucker and wife Kandi Burruss, is it.

Here’s what one reviewer says about Blaze Steak & Seafood: “Our food order came out in a timely manner. Ordered steak medium and was cooked to perfection. Shrimp & Grits were delicious. I would have to say by the reviews they have definitely worked out the issues from the opening. Got to support our local restaurants so give them a try.”

See what’s on the menu at Blaze Steak & Seafood.

Esco Seafood

447 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 |  (470) 355-5497

This fairly new seafood restaurant owned by rapper 2 Chainz on Edgewood is bringing in rave reviews from customers.

Here’s what one reviewer says about Esco Seafood: “It was a true pleasure to meet the executive chef Shantel… to hear this young lady story is truly inspiring. Her dishes the Salmon Louis and Seafood Linguine was perfect.”

See what’s on the menu at Esco Seafood.

Krab Queenz 

529 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (678) 515-3868

Krab Queenz Seafood & Daiquiri is the hard work and dedication of owner Kwaylon Rogers, also known by his alter ego TiTi, The comedian also has Krab Queenz locations in California and Texas. Read up on Krab Queenz.

Here’s what one reviewer says about Krab Queenz: “Seafood was really good. Fun environment. The potatoes are the best there and the seafood was seasoned right on point. The food is pricey but so good. The hot as hell sauce was good. Our waitress was really fun and nice. Will be back soon.”

New Orleans Poboys

2814 Camp Creek Pkwy, College Park, GA 30337 | (404) 600-3349

Here’s what one reviewer says about New Orleans Poboys: “This is my favorite place to got to. Between me and my boyfriend we go about 4 times a week. Is affordable and they have a large menu selection. They also have snow balls in every flavor you can think of!!!! Today I got half a shrimp po boy with fries for about 6 dollars it was one of there specials.”

Other New Orleans-Style Seafood Restaurants In Atlanta

For more of an upscale vibe, metro Atlanta offers some Cajun seafood restaurants that go a bit beyond the casual wine and dine affair. These joints have a bit more pricier fare, but amid elevated comfort and wait staff.

McKinnon’s Louisiane Restaurant

3209 Maple Dr. Atlanta NW |  (404) 237-1313

McKinnon’s Louisiane Restaurant has been a Cajun mainstay for over four decades. Located at , McKinnon’s is the place to go for Louisiana-style  Bourbon Street Scallops, crabmeat au gratin and more.

Here’s what one reviewer says about McKinnon’s: “We recently enjoyed an entertaining evening with a group an McKinnon’s. The owner Aziz greeted us and made sure we were well attended to. I did not know this was one of the oldest restaurants in Atlanta! They had live music and a lovely atmosphere. Thanks for a wonderful evening!”