Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you ever wanted to know about the who, what, why, and how much of Pappadeaux.
Answers to many of the questions we hear the most are below. If you don't see what you're
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My Pappas Gift Card is not working, or I need help with my order.

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For inquiries regarding your Pappas Restaurants Gift Card, please fill out the Gift Card form here so we can get back to you quickly.

To contact a Gift Card Specialist by phone, please call 1-87-PAPPAS-4-U. We respond Monday through Friday 9am and 4pm CST.

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How can I make a reservation?

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Click here to make a reservation online.

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Can I get the recipe for my favorite dish?

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We appreciate your interest in preparing our menu items at home. Our recipes are proprietary and as such are not published. You can always place a To-Go order from Pappadeaux and enjoy it at home.

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What if I have special dietary needs like an allergy to certain foods or ingredients?

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We work hard to offer our Guests outstanding service and accommodating dietary requirements is part of that service. Please share your dietary restrictions or special requests with your server, and they will help you determine which items are appropriate for you to order. We will do our best to accommodate you. We now offer a Gluten Free menu. Ask your server on your next visit.

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Do you ever donate to local charities or events?

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At Pappadeaux, we support causes that focus on ending hunger, encouraging literacy and education, and championing community initiatives which benefit disadvantaged children. You can learn more about how Pappas supports the communities we serve as well as where to send your proposal by clicking here.

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Do you have nutritional information for your food?

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At this time, we do not publish nutritional information. However, we do strive to offer our Guests outstanding service, including accommodating dietary requirements. Please share your dietary restrictions or special requests with your server and they will help you determine which items are appropriate for you to order. We will do our best to accommodate you.

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I'm planning a party at my house. Can I get it catered by Pappadeaux?

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Full-service catering is available in the greater Houston area. Visit PappasCatering.com to view menus and learn more.

We offer delivery service for many of our concepts in Houston, Dallas, Austin & San Antonio. For more information, including menus and pricing, visit PappasDelivery.com.

We also have a great range of party packages available to-go. Place your curbside pickup order at order.pappadeaux.com.

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Who do I talk to about planning a private event at Pappadeaux?

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For parties of 10 or more, please fill out our Planning a Private Event form. An Event Coordinator will then contact you within 1-2 business days to help schedule and plan your event.

To learn more about our Private Dining Rooms, click here.

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Do you ship food?

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A selection of Pappadeaux favorites is available for nationwide shipping! Please visit www.goldbelly.com/pappadeaux to shop for scratch-made Pappadeaux classics shipped straight to your door.

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Do you offer franchise opportunities?

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All Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen restaurants are owned and operated by Pappas Restaurants, Inc. We are a private, family organization owned by Harris and Chris Pappas. We do not offer franchising.

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How can I find out about specials and promotions from Pappadeaux?

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Join our E-Mail Club for periodic messages regarding news, promotions and special offers from Pappadeaux. And don't forget to find us on social: Instagram, Facebook and X!

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Who do I contact regarding real estate inquires?

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Please direct all real estate inquiries to [email protected].

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How to Eat Oysters

Step 1: LOOSEN MEAT

With oyster fork, losen meat from the shell

Step 2: ADD FLAVOR

Add a dash of tabasco, lemon or cocktail sauce.

Step 3: TIP HEAD BACK

Raise shell to mouth, tip head and shell back until oyster slides off. Repeat until full.

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How to Eat Boild Crawfish

Step 1: PULL OFF THE TAIL

Grasp crawfish head in one hand, tail in the other. Twist and pull off the tail.

Step 2: PEEL OFF RINGS

Peel off first two rings of the shell from the tail.

Step 3: PINCH END OF TAIL

Pinch the end of the tail, pull meat out.

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How to Eat Whole Lobster

Step 1: SEPARATE TAIL

After breaking off the claws, Tightly grasp lobster, twist to separate tail from the back.

Step 2: BREAK'EM OFF

Break off small flippers at the end of the tail.

Step 3: PUSH IT OUT

Push the tail meat out intact through the other end.

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