What to order at Mosquito Supper Club

Must order
The crab stew and shrimp boulettes; the menu is fixed and arrives in courses.
Signature dishes
Communal Cajun set menu, Crab stew
Editor tip
Reservations open the first of the month for the next month. Book the moment they appear.
CuisineCajun
Price$$$$
Neighborhooduptown
HoursThu-Sun 17:30-21:30
Last verified

Signature dishes: Communal Cajun set menu, Crab stew

Must order: The crab stew and shrimp boulettes; the menu is fixed and arrives in courses.

Tip: Reservations open the first of the month for the next month. Book the moment they appear.

Location

Address: 3824 Dryades St, New Orleans, LA 70115

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