Crawdaddy’s in Trichardt is a seafood and steak restaurant that opened in 1995. The menu combines local ingredients with influences from Thai and Portuguese cuisine. Signature dishes include jalapeno cheese steak, caramelized balsamic onion fillet, and a mini platter of hake, calamari, squid heads, and prawns.

The kitchen also prepares starters like crispy chicken wings tossed in sriracha lemon peri sauce and jalapeno poppers stuffed with cheddar and cream cheese. The wine list features South African labels such as Durbanville Hills Chenin Blanc and Kleine Zalze Cabernet.

The restaurant is often busy, with a loyal following built over nearly thirty years. It is located in the Terra Nova Building on River Road, convenient for both locals and visitors. The menu focuses on value and portion size, with dishes designed to satisfy.