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Crawfish 'Love Fest': Winning #VisitLakeCharles Photo of the Month

Every crawfish season, locals and visitors flock to Lake Charles restaurants and boil spots for pounds of fresh, spicy goodness. Social media explodes with platters of these Louisiana favorites—and we're here for it!

One photo truly stole the show.

Crawfish Love Fest : Winning #VisitLakeCharles Photo of the Month

First-time visitor Tammilee captured this adorable crawfish "love fest" at Seafood Palace. Look closely—that crawdad even appears to be hugging the ear of corn!

"This photo was shot at Seafood Palace before we indulged in a giant feast of crawfish. The entire table was excited to dive into platters of fresh boiled crawfish and experience the best flavors of Southern Louisiana. My goal with this photo was to share a snapshot of the amazing cuisine available in Lake Charles. Every time I visit Lake Charles, I fall more in love with the city, the people, and the incredible food."

Satisfy your crawfish cravings today! Check our full list of top crawfish restaurants and recommendations from locals and visitors.

For a chance to be featured on our Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter pages, our blog, or claim 'Photo of the Month,' tag your photos with #VisitLakeCharles.

All Photo of the Month winners receive a FREE mini canvas with the official #VisitLakeCharles stamp!

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