5 Best Cajun Restaurants In Boston/New England

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1. Shaking Crab - Boston Common

4.2

Price: Moderate

• Cajun • Downtown Crossing

Shaking Crab's vision for messy eating began with the core belief that food can be more than sustenance, but an experience to be shared with those around us. Bibs up, phones down, we need YOUR help to continue spreading the communal experience of shaking.

2. Bootleg Special

4.4

Awesome(215)

Price: Expensive

• Cajun • South End

Visually stunning of Southern chic with an urban edge, Bootleg Special is a unique modern take on the classic inner-city speakeasies of the French Quarter. With a menu inspired by bold Cajun and rich Asian flavors, we specialize in fresh seafood boils with an eclectic selection of small plates, sharable platters, and distinctive cocktails.

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3. Tupelo - Cambridge

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Price: Moderate

• Cajun • Cambridge

Dine on comfort food with a touch of New England, Louisiana and Virginia flair at Tupelo in Cambridge. Owners Renee McLeod and Mike Walker opened its doors in 2009 for guests to enjoy classic dishes with a twist. An appetizer of fried chicken livers with apricot-habanera jam or mussels steamed in white wine will please the palate at Tupelo. A main course of Cajun gumbo with smoked andouille sausage, herb-roasted trout with cheddar grits or braised pork belly topped with hominy salsa. Tasty desserts from Petsie Pies are also available. Tupelo has been awarded numerous awards. It hosts events throughout the year, such as JazzFest dinners and Date Night Thursdays. This restaurant serves brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

4. Happy Crab

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Price: Moderate

• Cajun • Somerville

Cajun seafood restaurant for all your seafood cravings.

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5. Shaking Crab - Quincy

4.3

Awesome(137)

Price: Moderate

• Cajun • Quincy

Put on a bib and get ready to make a mess!Channeling New Orleans by way of New England, Shaking Crab offers a variety of fresh shellfish drenched in house sauces featuring rich butter, ample garlic, and bold Cajun spices. Throw in spice level customization and the option to add sides and you'd best believe that your meal will be different every time you shake!Shaking Crab offers a fully stocked bar with inventive cocktail options and a rotating selection of craft beers on tap. The modern dining area aims to create a communal vibe to enjoy a meal with your family, a drink with friends, or a first date with no chance of awkwardness. In the age of social media, the inherent messiness of Shaking Crab is sure to do away with pretention - and your cell phones.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Shaking Crab - Boston Common

2. Bootleg Special

3. Tupelo - Cambridge

4. Happy Crab

5. Shaking Crab - Quincy

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