If you want to experience Mardi Gras without having to make a trip to Louisiana, check out one of the many spots celebrating right here in Texas! Our state’s Cajun influence shines as Mardi Gras parades and parties pop up everywhere with no shortage of King Cakes and crawfish. Grab your crew and head out to one (or more!) of these spots to get your Mardi party on!
Smashin Crab – San Antonio
Smashin Crab’s Boil Kits make it easy to celebrate Mardi Gras at home—simply heat and feast! These comprehensive packages include everything you need to host a boil in your backyard, from detailed instructions to the classic Smashin Crab Boil Seasoning.
Boo-Ray’s of New Orleans – Crowley, Hudson Oaks, Fort Worth
Boo-Ray’s serves Cajun cuisine in new and exciting ways. This Mardi Gras season, try the Shrimp and Crawfish Fondue, which features sautéed shrimp and crawfish in a spinach cream sauce topped with cheese.
Brennan’s of Houston
The New Orleans–inspired brunch menu at this hot Houston spot features—what else?—Bayou City Petite Beignets. Diners with a sweet tooth will love this taste of the Big Easy served on a bed of Café au Lait Anglaise with a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top.
Eunice – Houston
If you’re looking for a little taste of Mardi Gras, head to Houston’s Cajun-Creole restaurant, Eunice, for this over-the-top Kings Milk Cake Punch. Featuring Plantation pineapple rum, orgeat, cinnamon and cream, you will be transported to the jazzy streets of New Orleans at first sip. Finished with vibrant purple, green and gold sprinkles and a King’s Cake Baby. You’ll want to snag a photo before you dive in! 3737 Buffalo Speedway.
The Rustic – Dallas, Houston and San Antonio
Celebrate Fat Tuesday with an epic crawfish boil, live music, great New Orleans’ inspired menu items and beads, beads, beads! The Rustic’s party at their Dallas, Houston and San Antonio locations is free with RSVP. The party starts at 11am in Dallas and Houston and 3pm in San Antonio with live New Orleans-inspired music. Of course, it’s not Mardi Craw without specialty drinks to help wash down your Cajun feast. Enjoy specialty cocktails like a Frozen Hurricane or the frozen Swamp Thing cocktail. 3656 Howell St., Dallas, 1836 Polk Street, Houston & 17619 La Cantera Pkwy Ste. 204, San Antonio.
Cypress Grill – Austin
Every day feels like Mardi Gras at this South Austin Cajun staple, but on March 1st, they’re hosting their annual bash. The owner, John Haug, is a Louisiana native, so you can bet it’ll be a good one. There will be live music by Jean-Pierre & the Zydeco Angels, specials on hurricanes & Abita beer, lots of beads, and boiled crawfish. Cypress Grill will also be selling King Cakes from New Orleans’s Gambino’s, a world-famous bakery who’s known as the “King of King Cakes”. 4404 West William Cannon.
Pat O’Brien’s – San Antonio
If you’re looking for an authentic place to celebrate make your way to Pat O’Brien’s in downtown San Antonio! The New Orleans icon has a second home here in the Lone Star State, so it’s no surprise they’ll be hosting a huge Mardi Gras party in true NOLA fashion. Think live music in the courtyard, dueling pianos, DJs, and of course… one of the only places to get the original Hurricane! General admission is $5 but, you can purchase a VIP ticket here for $75 which includes a premium open bar and New Orleans style buffet including Jambalaya, Crawfish Étoufée, Red Beans & Rice, Muffulettas and Gumbo! 121 Alamo Plaza.
Mardi Gras! Galveston
Did you know you can find the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States right here in Texas? If you’re looking for a unique experience this year, hit the beach for Galveston’s multi-day party with their 111th Mardi Gras celebration. From February 18th to March 1st, get a true New Orleans-sized experience with live concerts, parades, balcony parties and more! 2302 Strand.
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