11 Best Restaurants for Seafood During Lent

“I’ve been tearing up some fish tacos at Barracuda! Lent gives me more of an excuse to keep at it.” – Drew Hawkins, Custom Editor

“C&A Seafood has great boiled crawfish starting this time of year. They incorporate chili oil and lemongrass which takes it all over the top. Sidecar has great oyster specials, and their lobster roll is to die for.  Also, I could eat Toups Meatery’s shrimp fried rice all day, any day.” -Ashley McLellan, Editor New Orleans

“Anything on the United Way, Fish Fry Fridays list! It started during the pandemic and raises funds for Hospitality Cares a partnership between Louisiana Hospitality Foundation and United Way of Southeast Louisiana. Also, crawfish wherever I can get it, but definitely at Clesi’s is in Mid-City or Seithers Seafood in Harahan.” -Melanie Spencer, Editor New Orleans Bride/New Orleans Homes

“For seafood during Lent, I’ll say the top choice is the Friday fish fry at churches in the neighborhood and then, maybe… Joey K’s. Miss Shirley’s also has a lot of seafood-based dishes.” -Rich Collins, Editor New Orleans 500 

“There are a lot of great restaurants, but there is nothing better than heading to Parkway on a Friday and getting a fried catfish or fried shrimp (or both) po’boy! I’d also say GW Fins if you’re looking for more fine dining” -Kelly Massicot, Digital Editor

“Peche is always delicious and a good time.” -Andy Myer, Editor St. Charles Avenue