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    4.2 (547 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Blackened mahi sandwich with mashed potatoes
    Nate K.

    I stopped in for lunch, the hostess was very friendly. She took me to my table and was very friendly and genuine, asked about my travel plans etc. Great start. My server never came so another server stepped up to the plate and took my order. He was very attentive so I left him a good tip. I ordered the blackened mahi sandwich. I was actually going to order (splurge) on the Mahi Fresca but the sides were a letdown so I stuck with the sandwich. The mahi was PERFECT. Very fresh, no fishy taste at all. The mahi was definitely the star of the experience. The sides I was going to order were mashed potatoes and mac & cheese. Neither were made in house when I asked. The mashed potatoes were really an after thought in both quality and portion. My sandwich also had raw onion when the menu mentioned sauteed onion. It was also missing the melted cheese the menu mentioned. Major mistakes on the food.

    Grilled grouper
    Edward M.

    Crabby's is the reincarnation of what was Gators. Which, by the way, was one of my favorites until Covid shut them down. So, to say the least, I was very excited to try this iteration. Much of the old Gators vibe is still there. Most of what is served is similar. Since I was a fan of the grouper, it's what I got. But I will add they did have a hogfish meal, but according to our server at the time, she said it wasn't offered as a sandwich. I later saw a hogfish sandwich on another menu. I ordered a rum runner as my beverage. And it was made very well. When the food arrived, I was impressed with the sized of the sandwich, and you got a nice helping of crispy yet tender fries. Overall, I was satisfied with the meal. The service was good besides the one oops with the hogfish. Out the door for 2 meals and 2 cocktails was about $60.00 with the tip. I forgot to mention. The gift shop that was at Gators is gone. Basically it's an ice cream shop now. But Crabby's does offer T's and such. I'll go back next time for their hogfish.

    Seafood boil
    Maya T.

    First time coming and it was DEFINITELY WORTH IT! Had like a Joe's Crab Shack feel, very welcoming. Our waitress way Kaylee B. She was amazing and super sweet. We came to Crabby's on Mother's Day and coincidentally it was Kaylee's birthday SO of course we sang her happy birthday and I hope that made her day. So good. The food was amazing of course! We got conch fritters I believe for appetizer and main meals were grouper nuggets which we heard were their uh well highly recommended items along with their scallops which our friend got. My mother got the hogfish ALSO highly recommended and I got the seafood boil. With the boil I got both Cajun and garlic sauce but... could taste Cajun at all. You can see the sauce turned white... weird. A lot of crab which is good just different. A lot of shrimp is normal haha and the scallops are huge haha On our way out I also picked up one of their "save the chubby mermaids" shirt haha Super glad we picked Crabby's!

    Short rib tacos
    Jennette P.

    My husband and I came here on a Thursday night just after sunset. We sat outside with the water view. It was a lovely cool evening in February. We were greeted by Kier who took good care of us that evening. We ordered the crab & spinach dip to start. It's was cheesy and good. I ordered short rib nachos with fries. The tacos were tasty and the fries were delicious with a nice seasoning. My husband's tuna steak was ordered blackened with garlic mash & broccoli. The tuna steak was seared just right with nice red center. He was very impressed with the tuna steak preparation. Garlic mash was subtle on the garlic side and the broccoli was just good old broccoli. Overall, great casual dining experience and really good food for a decent price.

    Environmental friendly straw
    Carol I.

    We loved it so much, we came back a second night! Great sunset view right on John's Pass, Treasure Island. Plenty of dolphins playing too! Our server the first night was Brooke... give her a raise! She's the best server that I've had in a really long time. Too bad she wasn't there on our return visit. Sweet, kind, generous, hospitable, helpful, fun, joyful. She was truly happy to be at work and you could tell. 1848 Hurricane. This is now my favorite Hurricane. Named after the Hurricane that created John's Pass. Even served with environmentally friendly straws... love it! Crab Cake app... ya'll get this! More Crab, less cake... Loved it! I'm picky about my crabcakes as they usually have too much stuffing, dry mix, whatever it is. Man, this one rocks! Key West Combo... plenty to share for two. Grilled Mahi, two skewers of grilled shrimp, and the two side we chose were cheesy grits (great for the shrimp!), rice & beans. The second night we added the Carribean street corn and that was really good too. Sauces: Pepper Jam came with Crab Cake... ... but try the other sauces too! (Thanks Brooke!) Pina Colada with Pineapple is probably my favorite. Lemon Aioli garlic sauce is so yummy too, second favorite. Mango Creamy Cilantro Tangy Baja ...and I'm sure there are more... just ask! So when meal is done... head over to the gift shop with your receipt. You'll get a discount on ice cream and T-shirts! ... I got one of each!!!

    Crab Cake
    Adela M.

    We wanted to like this place so much. The staff was super friendly, we got great seating, the ambience was lively but the biggest factor was the food for us. The food we thought lacked something, it was just fine. There was nothing that jumped out at us as being amazing. The hogfish sandwich was the best item, our shrimp scampi pasta was ok. I ordered the shrimp ceviche app and it lacked the limey flavor that ceviche normally has. This was very much a bar experience type restaurant, the drinks were great, but we wish the food had more flavor. Maybe we had an off day or expected more, would try again.

    Mahi Fresca
    Carlie R.

    Crappy's has a nice atmosphere, especially with the outdoor seating and live music. Our server was great, and the Crab Sip appetizer was delicious. However, the drinks were overly sugary and syrupy. Unfortunately, the entrees were disappointing--my mahi and my boyfriend's shrimp and calamari were not good, especially for the $100 price tag. We left hungry and felt it wasn't worth the cost.

    Watermelon app
    Greg B.

    This was a great place for Seafood. Most places are kind of meh? This was tasty and juicy. Service was quick and she was very knowledgeable about the menu. Sitting outside was nice. A lot of fans blowing and NO smell of fish. Good meal at a good price!

    Chips & Chorizo
    Trish M.

    Nick and I stopped here for dinner before a night on the town. We ate outside. It was very nice. The server was very helpful and friendly. We had a Yelp check in coupon for a free appetizer, so that's why we tried the chorizo and chips. We ordered a side of salsa to go with it, just to break up some of the richness of the cheese and chorizo. Overall, it was very good and I would get it again.

    Rum runner
    Liz K.

    Great atmosphere and easy walk from Madeira Beach. If you want a true laid-back experience of being on the water you need to stop here. I admit that there are other places across the water in Johns Pass that I haven't gone to yet. That's because this location is big and welcoming. The wait staff is always accommodating too. The drinks could use another shot and the food is okay. Nothing spectacular. I had a fried grouper sandwich which was good. I did have the mango salsa on the side which was just ok. My daughter had the crab boil which could've used some garlic in the butter. However the portion was large and more than ample. It's always a treat to see the birds and dolphins swim by. If nothing more go for an appetizer and sit by the water.

    Beef Benny
    Michelle M.

    Val R. Took exceptional care of us for brunch. We had great seats on the water. Her service will make me a repeat customer. I enjoyed the beef Benny and my friend enjoyed the crabcake Benny. We had a side of the smoked Gouda cheese, grits, and the sausage gravy. They were both excellent.

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    Hitched For Lyfe ..

    Thanks Val R. The service here is amazing. We got a table outside on the water. Absolutely beautiful views under an umbrella. The drinks were delicious. We got the Rum Runner bucket for - $14 each. Just the right amount of alcohol. Not enough to put you under the table but enough to justify the $14 spent. The Shrimp and Grits with Sausage ($19.99) was delicious. A little bit of spice with a salty sausage perfectly blends well with the shrimp. I highly recommend. Husband got the Shrimp Pasta ($19.99) and it was equally flavorful. Lots of food that hit the spot. If you're in the area we cannot express enough how wonderful Crabbys on the Pass is. And ask for Val R. She's the best.

    Crab & Shrimp boil
    Nicole H.

    From the east coast of Florida, here celebrating a birthday .... We tried this Awesome place as the reviews were great and I love seafood! Started out with the Fried Pickle Chips and... OMG .... we're Just made, sizzling hot and fresh! Absolutely Delicious! Next, our meals (drooling) the Crab and Shrimp Boil and the NY Strip and Scallop Surf and Turf was all so AMAZING! If we're to come back, would come just for this place! Great atmosphere, fabulous service and FRESH!

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    3.6 mi
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    There's something comforting about a classic, no-frills seafood spot by the water, and Shells…read moreSeafood delivers exactly that. This is the kind of place that feels like it's been around forever, in the best way. Spacious for the area, lively without being chaotic, and backed by attentive service that keeps things moving even when it's busy. The menu is extensive, and then just when you think you've seen it all, there's a specials board tucked away with even more to choose from. If you can time your visit right, Tuesday is the move. They run a buy one pound, get one pound half off deal on snow crab legs, and it's easily one of the best values around. The snow crab legs are fresh and satisfying, and the Dungeness crab holds its own as well. Both pair perfectly with their rich, drawn butter, simple but done right. Portion sizes here are no joke. The shrimp skewers are almost excessive in the best way. Three skewers loaded with roughly eight shrimp each, so you're looking at around two dozen shrimp total, all a solid medium-large size. It's the kind of dish that makes you pause when it hits the table. The shrimp pasta is another standout and clearly a house favorite. It's packed with flavor and easily one of the more memorable dishes on the menu. Good enough that ordering a second one to-go actually makes sense. The clam chowder, though, was the one miss. While it's loaded with plenty of clam meat and has a hearty base, there's a slightly smoky flavor that throws it off. If you're a chowder fan, it might not hit the mark. Probably something to skip next time. As for the crab cakes, they passed a pretty tough test. A Maryland native at the table gave them a strong approval, which says a lot. Pro tip: Get there early, ideally around lunch, if you want to lock in that snow crab deal. It's popular, and you don't want to risk missing out. Overall, this is a reliable, crowd-pleasing seafood spot that leans into big portions, solid execution, and a relaxed coastal vibe. Whether you're a local or just visiting St. Pete Beach, it's an easy recommendation and definitely worth a return trip.

    My girlfriend and I ended up coming back to Shells as we try to hit this spot once every couple of…read moremonths. The food is always delicious and very reasonably priced. We decided to come here the night before Valentine's Day, after sunset, and it was well worth it. She got the crabcakes, I got a side salad and a bowl of the clam chowder, which I think is the best chowder in all of St. Pete. She got the shrimp and scallops pasta, while I got the seafood deluxe pasta, and it was out of this world. I had enough to take home for the next night, and we both split the desserts, which we also could only eat half. Our service was amazing, very attentive, and was there when we needed her to be. We cannot wait to go back again in the coming months.

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    Crabby's On The Pass - seafood - Updated July 2026

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