Red Pier Cajun Seafood & Bar - Central Ave

Went the for the first time last night. I got the headless Shrimp with cajun and garlic seasoning in hot heat and added sausage. My friend got the snow Crab. The potatoes I would had preferred to be softer. The Crab had a very fishy flavor that I don't get when I cook them at home, so I wasn't sure if that was alarming or not. I believe they use oil instead of butter because it tastes oily and the leftovers have been in the fridge overnight and it's funny. Butter would had hardened. Overall, I'm glad to have this restaurant as an option but i can do my own seafood boil and my shrimp will be more tender, my Crab won't taste fake, and my potatoes will be softer. I didn't get to try their adult beverages because I had to work, but I intend on giving them another shot and trying their drinks. Waitress was new, Noel, and she was friendly, no issues with service nor cleanliness. I'll update this review once we visit again.

Honestly, it was better than anything I've ever had in any part of Louisiana. The seasoning was perfect and everything was cooked to perfection. This will be a new Hot Springs staple when we come to town.

Came in by myself after a long day at work to enjoy myself and unwind. No bar liscense yet but that doesnt take away from it. Atmosphere was nuce and I really enjoyed my server,she helped me understand the menu a lil better.I believe her name was becca (she wrote it down on the paper tablecloth for me but im bad at reading other peoples cursive) and she was very kind.Food was delicious,will definitely try a spicier level next time but will order less food since is waaay more filling then I expected.

The fried gator was good.
The combo fried shrimp/crawfish platter was good but the onion rings weren’t that great.
If you like Louisiana crawfish then don’t order it here. It’s not seasoned properly so there’s not that flavor you want.
Wait staff isn’t educated on the products as they should be and items on the menu aren’t available.

Absolutely wonderful!! Cedric was our Server and he was top notch. Great food and fast service. I got a poind of clams with garlic butter seasoning and mild flavor. Fantastic