Celebrate Mardi Gras With These Bars & Restaurants In Bryan, Texas

Indulge in some crawfish boils, dirty rice, jambalaya, king cake and more this year, when you celebrate Mardi Gras in Bryan, Texas!

Scroll below to see some of the restaurants & bars in Bryan toasting to Mardi Gras. Fat Tuesday is February 17, 2026! Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Please Note: The availability of crawfish may vary depending on the season.

Shipwreck Grill

206 East Villa Maria Drive | Open Monday-Sunday | Hours Vary

Shipwreck Grill, located in Midtown, is known for their fresh oysters, peel-and-eat shrimp, fish baskets, and, during the season, crawfish! They’ve got great mixed drinks, a spacious patio, and the kids will love it too, thanks to the nautical theme. Their annual Mardi Party happens every Fat Tuesday, complete with plenty of beads, fun Mardi Gras decor, specialty cocktails, and (of course) crawfish and delicious food! Their entire staff dresses up for the event and has plenty of fun giveaways for guests to keep the evening festive. Get updates about Mardi Party on Shipwreck's social media.

Exterior of Shipwreck Bar & Grill in Bryan, Texas

Blackwater Draw Brewing Co.

701 North Main Street | Open Tuesday-Sunday | Hours Vary

Blackwater Draw is a craft brewery & taproom at the north end of Historic Downtown Bryan that also features some of the best food trucks in Aggieland, including Cousins Maine Lobster. They serve incredible rolls, tacos, bisque, tots, and more.

For Mardi Gras, Blackwater Draw is planning its annual celebration on February 14, 2026, featuring a crawfish boil, shrimp, and all the fixings, plus live music from local bands. Learn more about the event here.

A woman pours beer from a spout at Blackwater Draw Brewing Co.
Blackwater Draw Brewing Co.

Remnant of Nawlins

1416 Groesbeck Street | Open Monday-Saturday | 11:00AM-8:00PM

At The Remnant Of Nawlins, the cultures of Texas and New Orleans converge to bring down-home Cajun cuisine to the heart of the Brazos Valley. From red beans and rice to jambalaya, crawfish to gumbo, shrimp poboys and everything in-between, Remnant of Nawlins does not disappoint!

a basket of cajun shrimp served with bread at The Remnant of Nawlins in Bryan, TX
The Remnant Of Nawlins offers crawfish, shrimp, pork chops, dirty rice, gumbo, étouffée, and more!

Yesterday's Bar & Grill

4421 Texas Avenue | Open Monday-Sunday | Hours Vary

With an easy-going pool hall atmosphere, Yesterday's Bar & Grill serves up a mix of classic dive-bar dishes year-round and in the springtime, the highly anticipated fresh crawfish & fixings.

Serving up "Mammas Hot Wings," onion rings, patty melts, and more, Yesterday's is the place to wind down and forget about hard days past. They typically have crawfish on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays throughout the season.

Yesterday's crawfish is served with plenty of fixings including potatoes, corn, and mushrooms.

OMG Seafood

3227 South Texas Avenue | Open 7 Days A Week | 11:00AM - 10:00PM

OMG Seafood is another local favorite, specializing in fresh, fast Cajun seafood. Their menu includes boiled crawfish by the pound, turkey necks, sausage, shrimp, fried fish, and seafood gumbo.

a red platter filled with crawfish, corn cobs, potatoes, and shrimp
Order up some crawfish & fixings at OMG Seafood this Mardi Gras!

La Espiga Dorada Bakery

210 West Martin Luther King Boulevard | Open Monday-Sunday | 6:00AM-10:00PM

After indulging in savory Cajun seafood, we recommend saving room for a sweet treat from La Espiga Dorada Bakery. Treat your tastebuds to Rosca de Reyes, a Mexican bread that's buttery and fluffy, with delightful hints of orange zest, or a delicious vanilla-infused concha cookie.

Cadillac Ranch Bar & Grill

8200 Sandy Point Rd | Thursday - Sunday

During crawfish season, Cadillac Ranch Bar & Grill often hosts crawfish boils with special Cajun food specials. Check their social media for updates about when their next event is. Swing by for great food, live music, and ample patio seating overlooking Lake Bryan!

A plate of crawfish, potato, and corn on a wooden table with a sparkling lake in the background
CreditCadillac Ranch Bar & Grill

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