Crawfish isn’t just a Louisiana favorite — it’s a cultural staple. For one LSU student, that passion has sparked a new business venture.

Cole Capdeboscq, a Mandeville native and incoming sophomore at LSU, recently opened a crawfish food truck called Crawfish To Geaux. After growing up in the crawfish business and working alongside his parents in various ventures, starting his own operation felt like a natural next step.

“I grew up doing crawfish with [my family] my entire life,” Capdeboscq said. “They’ve had multiple businesses over the years, and I’m familiar with them. It seemed like a no-brainer for me because it’s the one thing I know through and through.”

Now stationed off Nicholson Drive, Capdeboscq and his student-run team have quickly made a name for themselves in Baton Rouge, just one month into business.

“People seem to be enjoying what we’re doing, and I’m glad to hear it,” he said. “It makes me feel like what I’m doing is working.”

With a straightforward menu and locally sourced crawfish, Crawfish To Geaux has even caught the attention of LSU football star, Harold Perkins. But for Capdeboscq, the goal extends beyond popularity or profits — it’s about serving students who are looking for high-quality food without breaking the bank.

“Crawfish isn’t cheap,” Capdeboscq said. “A lot of my customers are college students, and none of us have money burning a hole in our pockets. So if they’re going to trust someone to buy their product, it has to be something quality.”

Though new to the Baton Rouge food scene, Capdeboscq’s dedication and hands-on experience point to a promising future.