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Seafood restaurant in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois
What should I order at Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace?
What to order
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Seafood Boil
Mentioned multiple times as delicious, fresh, and flavorful, with reviewers specifically praising the house seasoning/flavor, good portions, and overall seafood quality.
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Calamari
Recommended for its standout taste, especially the sweet sauce, which one reviewer called 'otherworldly'; it was also specifically suggested by a server and praised again.
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Crab Legs
Called incredible and part of an amazing meal, with reviewers highlighting the freshness and great overall seafood experience.
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Lobster Tails
Specifically mentioned as incredible and part of the seafood dishes that impressed diners with their quality and flavor.
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Shrimp Po Boy
Praised for the sauce used on it and for a filling serving size, making it a well-liked menu item in the reviews.
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Headless Shrimp
Described as delicious when paired with potatoes and broccoli, with the reviewer clearly enjoying the dish on a first visit.
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Green Muscle and Snow Crab Pick Two
Highlighted as 'SOOOOO GOOD' and praised for freshness, hot temperature, and strong value for the price.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 10 PM |
About Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace
Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace is a seafood restaurant, bar, and Creole restaurant in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. The menu and review themes center on seafood boil, gumbo, snow crab, blue crab, crawfish, and other Cajun and Southern-style seafood dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the fast, attentive service, especially the bartending and serving, along with the lively atmosphere, drinks, and overall food quality. The restaurant also offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, outdoor seating, and reservations.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as Black-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live music
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace known for?
It is best known for its seafood boil, especially snow crab, blue crab, crawfish, and headless shrimp served with sides like potatoes and broccoli. Reviewers repeatedly mention the seasoning, fresh seafood, and heavy plates, plus quick drink service and attentive staff.
What dishes are most recommended at Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace?
The most frequently recommended items in reviews are the seafood boil, gumbo, snow crab, crawfish, and the headless shrimp with potatoes and broccoli. One reviewer also called out the calamari appetizer as a strong recommendation from the menu.
What is the atmosphere like at Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace?
The atmosphere is described as casual and trendy, with live music, sports, and a bar-focused setup that works for groups, families, and solo diners. Reviewers also mention a relaxing, cozy feel and note that the staff helps make the experience welcoming.
Is Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace good value?
Yes, the restaurant is in the $$ price range, and reviewers describe the plates as heavy and the food as worth the money. People also mention strong service and generous portions, which adds to the value for lunch or dinner.
When should I visit Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace?
Dinner reservations are recommended, especially when it is busy, because reviewers say the restaurant can get crowded even though service stays fast. Happy hour is also a notable time to go since the bar offers happy hour drinks and happy hour food, along with cocktails and beer.
Is parking available at Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace kid-friendly?
Yes, Cajun Boil & Bar - Oakbrook Terrace is good for kids.
