It’s easy to enjoy Louisiana-inspired food no matter where you live thanks to The Lost Cajun’s authentic menu. Fresh seafood with classic spices are sure to satisfy your Cajun food cravings from crawfish to catfish and everything in between.
Order the Cajun classics or try something new. Our time-honored recipes are made with respect to their New Orleans roots which is obvious in every bite. Don’t know which dish to try first? Here are a few favorite seafood items on the menu when you’re looking for Cajun food nearby.
Crawfish étouffée
Crawfish étouffée is a dish of sweet and meaty crawfish served up in a rich and flavorful gravy that is made from a thick roux. Étouffée literally means “smothered” so the catfish and vegetables are simmered and smothered in the roux. It includes the Cajun holy trinity of onions, bell peppers, and celery, along with lots of garlic, spicy Cajun seasonings, and fresh chopped herbs. We pair it with a side of hot french bread.
It is comforting, filling, and one you’ll want to order again and again.
Oyster Po’boy
This staple dates back to 1929 during the streetcar strike at Martin Brothers' French Market and Coffee Stand in New Orleans. The po’boy is a classic and ours is no exception. Fried oysters are piled with lettuce and tomato and slathered with tartar sauce, then served between two long pieces of French bread. Be prepared for your eyes to roll in the back of your head once those flavors hit.
Fish and shrimp platter
If you’re having a hard time deciding between seafood choices, we recommend our fish and shrimp platter. Here we serve large tail-on shrimp with strips of crispy southern fried fish and a side of Cajun fries for a complete meal that will whisk you away to the bayou.
Seafood gumbo
As anyone knows, the roux is the key part of any gumbo and because of that we do not cut any corners. Our gumbo roux is made with oil and flour–like the original recipes dating back to the 1700’s–and then cooked down twice for the ideal flavor and consistency. It is then checked for viscosity to make sure it is not too thick and not too watery.
Our seafood gumbo is a blend of gulf shrimp and crabmeat in our rich dark roux and served with hot french bread. You can’t get more classic cajun than that.
When the mood for authentic Cajun seafood hits you won’t have to travel to Louisiana thanks to The Lost Cajun. “Cajun food near me” has never been easier to find and more delicious to eat. With a variety of traditional seafood recipes from oysters to crawfish, you will never walk away hungry.
