Seafood Restaurant Alexandria | Swamp Daddys Crawfish

Crawfish comes first here.

Crawfish First

Swamp Daddys Crawfish works as a laid-back crawfish specialist. The name sets the tone before the first order goes in. Diners come here for crawfish, and the place keeps that focus front and center. A 4.4 rating across 357 reviews suggests steady traffic from people who know what they want when they sit down.

The dining room does not try to dress itself up. It stays plain and direct. That makes the meal feel quick to read from the start. Someone can walk in, settle at a table, and move straight to the food without sorting through a long list of distractions. For a crawfish restaurant Alexandria diners can use for an easy meal, that kind of clarity matters.

Boiled crawfish piled on a casual restaurant table.

Cajun Seafood Setting

The kitchen serves Cajun seafood dishes in a no-frills setting. Those two parts shape the visit. The food brings the flavor, and the room keeps the focus on the plate. Outdoor seating adds another option, so a lunch or dinner can move outside when the weather suits it.

Fast service keeps the meal moving once the order is in. That pace works well for seafood, where guests often want to eat, talk, and get on with the rest of the day. A casual seafood restaurant Alexandria guests can use for a simple stop needs that kind of flow. The setting stays open and easy, with no extra layers between the table and the kitchen.

A no-frills seafood plate with Cajun sides.

A simple seafood stop with room to sit outside.

About Swamp Daddys Crawfish

Swamp Daddys Crawfish sits at 55 MacArthur Dr in Alexandria and serves Cajun seafood in a no-frills setting. The menu centers on crawfish and other seafood plates, with burgers on hand for guests who want something different. Lunch and dinner service run through the week, with Saturday hours from noon to 9 PM and Sunday closed.

The kitchen serves local specialty dishes in a casual room with table service, seating, and outdoor seating. Guests can stop in for dine-in, pick up takeaway, or order delivery. Fast service suits a quick meal. The menu also includes small plates, comfort food, dessert, and alcohol, with beer available.

The food list reaches beyond crawfish. Catfish, shrimp, and oyster po'boys sit beside hamburgers and cheeseburgers. Appetizers include cheese sticks, fried pickles, onion rings, and hush puppies. Salads and chicken salad round out the board. The meal can move from a basket of fried starters to a sandwich or a seafood plate without much fuss.

The space works for solo dining, groups, tourists, and university students. It accepts reservations and takes credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Families have high chairs and a kids' menu. Wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet support easy access, and parking includes a free street option and a free lot.

Fried appetizers served in a laid-back dining room.

Gallery

A look at the setting and the table-side pace.

Good to Know

Plan the visit with parking, payment, and hours.

Planning your visit: Accepts reservations Reservations are accepted, so guests can secure a table before the meal and skip guessing at arrival time.
Parking: Free of charge street parking · Free parking lot Guests can choose the free parking lot or street parking, then walk in from the nearest spot to the entrance.
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet The accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet let wheelchair users move through the visit in one continuous path.
Payment: Credit cards · Debit cards · NFC mobile payments Payment is handled at checkout with card or tap-to-pay methods, so guests can finish the meal without a cash stop.
Children: Good for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu Families can settle children into high chairs, then order from the kids' menu before the main plates arrive.
Who comes here: Groups · Tourists · University students Groups, tourists, and university students fit the room, so larger parties can plan a shared table and order together.
Atmosphere: Casual · Trendy The room feels casual and trendy, with a laid-back setting that suits a relaxed meal and easy conversation.

From the Menu

See the kitchen’s seafood and burger range.

Hours And Parking

The address is 55 MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA 71303. A visitor can plan the drive before leaving home, then look for the free parking lot or the free of charge street parking near the entrance. 55 MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA 71303 gives the exact spot for the trip.

The restaurant accepts reservations. It also accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. The week starts with dinner only on Monday through Thursday, from 5–8 PM. Friday runs from 4–9 PM, and Saturday runs from 12–9 PM. Sunday is closed. Those hours give the place a clear shape for weekday dinners and a longer Saturday visit, with parking ready when guests arrive.

Opening Hours

Open most evenings, with Saturday lunch and dinner.

Monday 5–8 PM
Tuesday 5–8 PM
Wednesday 5–8 PM
Thursday 5–8 PM
Friday 4–9 PM
Saturday 12–9 PM
Sunday Closed

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the visit and the schedule.

What are the opening hours?

The restaurant opens Monday through Thursday from 5–8 PM, Friday from 4–9 PM, and Saturday from 12–9 PM. Sunday is closed. Guests planning a weekday visit can aim for the evening window, while Saturday leaves room for a midday meal or a later dinner.

Can a table be reserved?

Reservations are accepted. Guests who want to lock in a table can plan ahead before arriving, which helps for group meals or a busy dinner time. The reservation option also gives a clearer arrival plan than walking in without one.

What payment methods are accepted?

Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Guests can choose the method that fits their routine and settle the bill without needing a cash plan. That keeps checkout simple after a lunch stop or a longer dinner.

Is parking available?

Free parking lot spaces and free of charge street parking are available. Guests can arrive by car and choose the option that is closest to the entrance. That makes it easy to plan a quick stop or a sit-down meal without changing the route.

Is the restaurant accessible for wheelchair users?

The car park, entrance, seating, and toilet are wheelchair accessible. Guests can plan an arrival and dining path with those features in place. A full meal can move from parking to table without extra steps at the door.

Is it suitable for children?

Good for kids is listed, along with high chairs and a kids' menu. Families can bring younger diners and order with that in mind. The setup supports a straightforward meal where children have a seat and their own menu choices.