Aqua Boil — Restaurant in New York

If you’re looking for a standout dining experience in Hell’s Kitchen, Aqua Boil is an absolute must-visit! This casual Cajun-inspired gem is unlike anything else in the area, serving up some of the most flavorful and authentic seafood boils you’ll find in New York City. From the moment you step inside, the vibrant, welcoming atmosphere sets the stage for a truly unforgettable meal.

What makes Aqua Boil so special is their dedication to authenticity. Inspired by travels through New Orleans, the team has perfected the art of the Cajun seafood boil—bold, spicy, and packed with flavor. Every dish bursts with the kind of seasoning that keeps you coming back for more, and the hands-on dining experience only adds to the fun. Rolling up your sleeves and diving into perfectly cooked seafood makes the experience interactive and memorable.

Must Order: • Shrimp Head-On with Cajun Mixed Sauce – perfectly seasoned, with just the right amount of spice. • King Crab Legs – succulent and sweet, they’re worth every bite with any sauces. • Garlic Pasta – rich, flavorful, and the ultimate comfort food. • Garlic Bread – buttery, garlicky perfection that’s perfect for soaking up the sauce.

Pro Tip: Bring an extra toothbrush or some mouthwash—this meal is so deliciously flavorful, you’ll want to freshen up afterward!

The staff here are incredible—friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about sharing the flavors of the South with their guests. Whether you’re indulging in a feast with friends or enjoying a lively fun night, Aqua Boil delivers on every front with full bar and great cocktail selections.

Conveniently located at 750 9th Avenue (between 50th and 51st Streets), this is the go-to spot for anyone craving an unforgettable Cajun feast in the heart of the city. Trust me, once you try Aqua Boil, you’ll want to tell everyone you know about this hidden treasure in Hell’s Kitchen. Come hungry, leave happy—and yes, don’t be afraid...

I really really wanted to like this place but unfortunately I just couldn’t. I came here an approximately a week ago to celebrate my mom’s birthday with a seafood boil and it was very disappointed. When I saw the prices for the seafood combo I wasn’t too surprised or anything because we’re in NY and NY restaurants love up-charge people and it’s close in price to what most seafood places also charge but what got me was the service fee which brought our price up astronomically. That being said, it wasn’t too much of an issue for the service fee being charged automatically, because workers need to be paid for their work and that means I don’t have to tip large. As for the seafood boil, I really didn’t enjoy it at all because it didn’t have that strong Cajun flavor that I was hoping to get. For me, the flavors weren't strong at all and it tasted extremely mild. Ordering a mild really does mean a mild, like absolutely no spice at all!! Another thing that I didn’t really like was how small the portions were, I’ve ordered seafood boil in other places and couldn’t get through half the bag but with the 1lb shrimp and 1lb crawfish combo my mom and I finished fast because it was a small portion. Overall, I think this restaurant isn’t worth the extreme hype it gets, but I will say the staff was genuinely nice and welcoming to my mom and I but the food didn’t give what I expected it to give at all. If you’re in NY and you’re REALLY craving some seafood boil and no other places were around then sure I would definitely check this place out but don’t expect that strong Cajun flavors you’d find out...

This is my second time going here. We decided to come here a second time because the first time, during summer, was a 10/10. From the great Happy hour options to the amount of food and the service was great.

However, last night going back, it was not the same. They were charging extra 6$ per each side to add to the bag that other boil places would just give with no extra charge. One of the add-on sides was extra sauce?? Which i have never even heard of? I decided not to get the extra sauce because I would assume it would be saucy enough, like a boil bag usually is. But no, it was the most driest boil bag i ever had. the sauce was completely absorbed and they were very stingey with the amount of sauce in the bag. we ended up having to get extra sauce because our meal was so dry and they gave a boil sauce in the tiniest ketchup container. Our total at the end ended up being way more than I have ever really spent at a boil, given my friends and I initially loved this place because of its affordable options s, how generous their deals was and their flavor.

I must say the service here is great and the ladies who work here are super nice. maybe it’s the upper management? or whoever decides to change all the good options on the menu but they have just become so stingey here with the options i don’t know why. this place was going to become our go to boil place, we are...