Crawfish season, which typically runs from January through July, is a big deal here in the Lone Star State. Some of the best crawfish in Texas can be found at Circle M Crawfish in Big Sandy, a no-frills seafood joint that's become a local legend over the years.
For over two decades, Texans from all over the state have flocked to Circle M Crawfish in Big Sandy to chow down on fresh and fried seafood to their hearts' content.
This no-frills joint is open year-round, rain or shine, with both indoor and outdoor seating and live entertainment several nights per week.
No matter what you have a hankering for, rest assured you'll find it on the menu - even if you aren't a big seafood lover! With options ranging from nachos to wings to burgers and steaks, there's something for everyone.
Seafood, however, is the restaurant's specialty. Perhaps you'll start off with some oysters on the half shell for the table to split?
For the main course, you'll see everything from fried seafood baskets to Cajun favorites like shrimp and grits to fish tacos...
...but one of Circle M's most crowd-pleasing menu items only comes around once a year: crawfish.
Crawfish season is celebrated all across Texas, and you can enjoy it in a variety of different ways here.
Get your boiled crawfish solo, or served alongside shrimp and snow crab for a bit of variety. All seafood boils come with corn on the cob and red potatoes. They even offer crawfish sausage!
Once you taste the crawfish at Circle M, you'll never want to go anywhere else for the seasonal dish.
Another neat thing about Circle M is that they offer tiny home rentals! Turn your crawfish feast into a full-blown mini vacation. To learn more about the restaurant, including current hours, a full menu, and nightly rates and availability for the tiny homes, please visit their website or Facebook page.
Have you ever eaten at Circle M Crawfish? If so, do you think it's one of the best restaurants in Big Sandy? Tell us your thoughts in the comments! Don't forget to check out our previous article to learn about the largest cypress forest in the world that's just an hour away.
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