Crawdaddy's

Crawdaddy's is a restaurant in Cookeville, TN, located at 53 W Broad St. It serves New Orleans-inspired cuisine with a focus on Cajun and seafood dishes. The establishment features a full bar and offers a patio and courtyard for outdoor dining. Owners Drew Blalock and Blue Hensley describe the venue as having a lively atmosphere with up-tempo 1960s music, aiming for a relaxed, Cheers-style environment rather than a stuffy one. The menu ranges from high-end entrées to casual items like chicken wings.

The food menu includes specific appetizers such as Gator Bites, which are Cajun-battered and fried alligator tail pieces, along with steamed mussels, fried oysters, and dips like the Pesto Goat Cheese Dip and Bayou Shrimp Dip. Entrées feature the Carpet Bagger Filet, an 8-ounce center-cut tenderloin topped with lump crab cream sauce, and the French Cut Pork Chop. Other popular seafood options include Citrus Glazed Salmon, pan-seared with an orange-ginger sauce and goat cheese, and California Sea Bass served with a lemon basil cream sauce over rice. The drink menu highlights a large selection of bourbons, with specials including 5-dollar bourbons during operating hours from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Cocktails include the Blue's World Famous Pink Flamingo and the Monumental Mai Tai. The wine list features local and national brands such as 47 LB Rooster and Kendall Jackson.

Customer reviews praise the quality of the food, noting that portions justify the pricing. Specific mentions include blackened scallops, stuffed mushrooms, oysters, lobster, and the shrimp and grits. The service is frequently described as kind and efficient, with food arriving quickly. The atmosphere is noted for its New Orleans style and the availability of outdoor seating.

Crawdaddy's holds a rating of 4.50. It stands out in Cookeville for its specific New Orleans-style menu items and its casual, music-driven dining environment.