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    Crab Shack

    3.1 (157 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Salad, Burgers
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Collin B.

    The food was good, we got the blackened haddock and it was surprisingly fresh tasting. The chipotle sauce was great as well with my tacos, they just forgot to put cheese on them but got it for me quick. Those in my party enjoyed the blackened haddock sandwich and the chicken wings. The wait was very long for the type of place this was we waited over an hour and it wasn't busy. The view on the water was nice though.

    Me holding my service dog paperwork and the hostesses that tanked things. Specially the one in red.

    DISCRIMINATED AGAINST FOR HAVING A SERVICE DOG! UPDATE: I chatted with the owner online. He was upset about my review, not what his employees did, blamed it on me and failed to see why it was discrimination. Seriously!?!? I walked in spoke with their two people at the hostess stand and specifically told them I needed a "table for 2 with a service dog" and even held up my paperwork which I am NOT required to do BY LAW! My dog also had a "service dog" vest on, AGAIN NOT REQUIRED BY LAW, BY US! The young girl kept trying to escort us to a table that was far removed from everybody else outside were not a single other person was sitting. I asked why we weren't being seated inside with all the other people. She said it was because I have a dog. I explained to her that I have a service dog but I didn't seem to matter. Then, I pointed out to her that there was another dog in there that was not a service dog but let in because of the owner. I asked the girl, so you're gonna let in a non service dog and discriminate against me for having a service dog? The non service dog was actually barking at our dog. When we walked in, the other dog started barking. My dog never made a sound! After discussion with some others, I left, I can't comment on the food because we never got to eat. I fully intend on taking this up with the ADA, health department, and the governor's office. We love dogs and wish all dogs are welcome whether they're service dogs are not -but don't let in non service dogs and then discriminate against service dogs!!! Duh! This is why there's such a problem with dogs and bars. Unfortunately, it's things like this why its so hard to bring ALL dogs to bars! Now, state and county will crack down and just not allowed dogs at all because it gets abused by places like this that discriminate. (I HAVE PICS OF THE HOSTESSES AND THE OTHER DOG)

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    Nicole M.

    Crab Shack on the Cottee has a really cool ambiance, especially if you sit outside--sunset views over the river made for a beautiful dinner setting. I ordered the crab legs, which were delicious and fairly priced, though I was warned they can sometimes be hit-or-miss depending on the meat inside. They're served with butter, a bucket, plenty of paper towels, and a cracker tool--but no small fork, which made it tricky to get all the meat out. On the side, I had squash/zucchini and garlic mashed potatoes; both were a bit too heavily seasoned for my taste, overpowering the vegetables themselves. The service, however, was excellent--our server was attentive and on point. Outside, you'll notice plenty of cats roaming, which adds to the quirky charm. Prices across the menu felt fair, though the restroom could use some upkeep--it wasn't dirty, just not in the best condition (though I suppose that fits the "crab shack" vibe). Overall, I'd definitely eat here again and recommend giving it a try, especially for the atmosphere and riverfront experience.

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    Best wings in town!! And on Wednesday you get a pitcher of beer with them for like $16 .

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    Love Lindsey, Ashley, Jina, West Jeff, Loretta and the entire staff. Great drinks and music.

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    Fantastic service from Lindsay our waitress, great food, we will be back!! Nice place.

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    Staff was outstanding !!! We watched a dolphin swimming , very family-friendly. You can bring your dog .

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    Love the food! Nice, quaint, local restaurant.. have had nothing but excellent service and great food!

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