I had a great experience! I went there while on vacay. We were treated like they had known us for years. We ordered many different things from the crab legs, crab cakes, and burgers. everything was delicious. Not only did we get food while there, but we told the rest of our family of 12 and they got food as well and that food was great too. I would love to know the brand of the hushpuppies they were to die for. Y'all definitely have a life-long customer in me. Also, I had my 4-month-old with us and the waitress made me feel super comfortable with assisting me with him. read more

The seafood and bbq were were top Notch because of the freshness. The staff were warm And friendly with quick service. All Had different meals and each one was delicious. The manager/owner even made a fresh bottle of spicy Carolina vinegar sauce for us since we loved it! This is the only spot we will dine at from now on! read more

They move tables quickly, so a comfortable wait. The group reports excellent and bountiful crab cakes, very good blue crab "chowda", and their baskets of fried seafood. Service was attentive, the restaurant clean and thematic for a seafood place. Returned the next day with others for lunch. Once again the crab cakes were the hit. The seafood Mac and cheese did not appeal to our M&C fan due to chives mixed throughout, and shredded, rather than chunk, seafood on top. The netted and raked shrimp and clam strip platter had very good a juicy shrimp, but clam strips that were overfried and more coating than clam: a disappointment. Fries were very good; the collard greens disappointed our NC native guest, and were quite spicy. House--made cocktail sauce was tasty; the house-made tartar sauce not so much. So a bit uneven after two back-to-back visits, but worth the the trip. read more

So so good. Thanks, Angie for a great experience. We'll be back when you'll reopen in March read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - Calamari and the Cobia fish basket. - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

Ordered some crabs to-go. Order was ready on time, staff was super friendly, even gave us paper for our table, and the crabs were deliciously meaty for their size! Highly recommend! Seems like a cool place so next time I am in town I will try eating in the restaurant! read more

Great food and service. Really nice staff and they were slammed when we were there. We went back again for takeout.

Amazing experience! One of the best feelings in the world is when you walk into a new place and they instantly treat you like one of the locals who's been there forever. I had a wonderful time meeting the staff, and the BBQ sandwich and hushpuppies were SO good -- some of the best I've ever had. Highly recommend!!! read more

It was amazing. I loved the crab and i also didn't get kick out when i stayed late. I would deffinitly come back.

A seceret tucked away in Carrolla Light NC. Amazing meal, with sides all falling into the home cooked category. Crabs were great and the best we have had. Great setup for picking your crabmeat. Crab soup was creamy and the best ever. EVER. Service was outstanding and I would recommend families, large groups or even a date nite to experience what we last night so enjoyed !!! read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - Perfectly perfect creatures of the sea - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

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Love love love!! We enjoyed this place so much we ate it two dinners in a row. It's not a super duper clean place inside, but there was plenty of room for my family of 11, which is all we cared about upon arrival! (There are a few outside picnic tables) My absolute favorites were the hot crab dip and the blue crab bisque. The texture and flavor of both of those were.. chefs kiss. (I will say I did not enjoy the blue shell crab cakes, but not enough to take a star off) I also liked that they had a pbj choice for my little! Service was way better than expected based on other reviews I read we would definitely come back! read more

My family and I were looking very last minute for a seafood place and came across fat crabs rib company, the atmosphere, the service, and the food were absolutely 10/10 I highly recommend eating here read more

My bike group and I were in town for the NC Coastal ride and we ate here for dinner on Saturday night. I ordered the flounder fish basket with fries and hush puppies. It was delicious and the portion was very filling. Our server, I hate I forgot her name (maybe Ashley) was awesome. She was knowledgeable about the menu, attentive and funny. I would definitely go back. read more

Food was very good. It was served quickly and courteously. Pricing was fair. We were there at 3 on a Monday afternoon in April. read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - App takes you to wrong location actual location circled in photo - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

The shop is local to OBX Corolla, it was about a 10 minute drive from our house rental. If you're lucky, sometimes you can find a coupon online for Fat Crabs. Our first day in OBX, we were too lazy to cook so decided to head out for a quick lunch. ****SKIP TO END FOR SPECIAL TIPS**** (Food: 3 out of 5) --Brisket Cheesesteak: 2.5 out of 5 - My fiancé and his brother both ordered their Brisket Cheesesteak, neither of them had the greatest review for this sandwich. The menu reads "served on fresh baked lightly toasted bun" - wonder when the bun was baked.. or toasted. --Fish of the day Sandwich: My brother in law's girlfriend ordered this, I don't remember what the fish of the day was but.. I remember her review being something sort of like "...it's okay" --Soft Shell Crab Special Platter 2.5 out of 5 - I love love love Soft Shell Crab, and I always love going down to Dickies.. Dicks Crabs? (something like that). Unfortunately, it was too far from where we were staying at so I settled to have it here. I was looking forward to eating their soft shell crab as I wait almost all year round to have this fresh fried during the Summer in OBX. Oh it was a let down, the crab was super soggy and oily. It felt like they had been sitting under the heat lamp for awhile, before someone even remembered or realized it was sitting there, waiting to be sent to a table. It was bland with no seasoning, just.. fried and that was that. --Tartar Sauce: we all tried the tartar sauce, why was it just sitting on the table at room temp? I thought this sauce had to be kept refrigerated? Ah well, I wouldn't recommend dipping your food in this. (Food continuation- 4 out of 5) On a good note, I did enjoy their: --BLUE CRAB CHOWDAH (5/5) The soup was hot and the chowder had actually great flavor. It didn't need additional salt, but a hint of black pepper did make this more enjoyable. --HUSHPUPPIES (5/5) I loved loved loved their hush puppies, it was fresh and hot and not too oily. I dipped mine with butter and it honestly was one of the best hush puppies, I have ever tried. --DOZEN BLUE CRAB STEAMED POT (4/5) It was exactly just that, a tray of steamed blue crabs. The crabs weren't light but also not heavy, it had average weight. I'm only giving this a 4 out of 5 because they COVERED it with a vinegar old bay mix and it was EVERYWHERE. They added way too much of it and made some bits extremely salty. I didn't realize it wasn't going to be plain, I would have definitely asked for it to be put on the side instead. --Veggie Set : 1 out of 5 - I ordered this additionally to the blue crabs and it came with corn, potato and sliced onions. The corn that was used was a mushy corn, and had no bite to it. The potato was okay, and the onion was just sliced; it was all seasoned with their vinegar old bay and was overall salty. Not sure why this set costs $6... (Service: 2 out of 5) When we arrived to the store, there was a group checking out- this group wanted to do split checks for each of them.. there was a girl helping them check out and 2 other workers. One guy was prepping the corn and the other guy, who I believe is the manager just kept walking back and forth, he looked at us, smiled and just continued on his day. They had us stand there the entire time while this group was checking out; finally on the last person, the 'manager' said "Hey, how can I help you?" - We said we wanted to dine in for 4, and he said "oh, she'll finish with them and be right with you." ...oh.. okay sure... Once we were finally seated, it took about 10 minutes for anyone to come and greet us, the drink order came out after awhile and the food took a long time as well. After 20 or so minutes of sitting there (after ordering), another server comes over and asks "what can I get for you guys?" ..um well we had already ordered but imagine if we didn't and it took 20 minutes for us to get some service.. Summary : Special Tips : Order delivery and keep the tip to yourself, ask for your seafood pots plain, get the hushpuppies and blue crab chowder. read more

I'll call this take advantage of tourists restaurant. Look at the "lobster" role. It's actually fake crab. Soup tasted out of can. Clam's excellent. Fish special ok (flounder). Fries limp. Avoid at all cost read more

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Great food and service. Go there every year we visit. Never disappoints. I do recommends a visit.

Long wait , poor service and food . Very disappointing . We still tipped our server 20 percent but the owner after we approached him concerning what had been a one hour wait w no food was rude and not accommodating . We were told the food will be worth the wait . Hmm it wasn't . Bland and poorly prepared . read more

I decided to eat here while on vacation with my family in the Outer Banks. I ordered the Southern Sampler that came with Cornbread and choice of two sides-- I chose the Hushpuppies and Mac n Cheese. I also tried an order of the Fish Tacos. The Southern Sampler comes with Smoked Beef Brisket, Pork BBQ, and Chicken BBQ. The Smoked Beef Brisket was really good. It was cooked well, soft, and flavorful. However, the Chicken BBQ tasted a little dry and overcooked. The chicken and pork were good but not great-- definitely not the best barbecue I've ever had. The side of Hushpuppies was good. The Hushpuppies were fresh, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. The Mac n Cheese was standard. It wasn't overcooked which was good, but it also was definitely not the best Mac n Cheese I've ever had. The Fish Taco was not that great. The Catch of the Day that they used in the taco tonight was Mahi Mahi. The fish was over-fried and too crispy. The tortilla was too big for the fish. And the taco lacked an acidic component, such as the typical cilantro-lime sauce, to balance out the flavors of the fish. Overall, the stars of my dinner were the Smoked Beef Brisket and the Hushpuppies. Everything else was mediocre and overpriced considering the cooking, the portion sizes, and that they served alcohol in plastic cups and average tasting seafood/ barbecue platters on paper plates for upwards of 20 dollars. read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - Southern Sampler (comes with Cornbread + choice of two sides-- I chose the Hushpuppies and Mac n Cheese) - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

We ordered take out. Food was delicious and the service was great. We had the ribs and brisket. Hush puppies are a must too!

If i could give 0 I would, Been communicating with Brian the owner since April about catering a wedding on the 4x4 beach and his communication skills are horrendous! Went back and forth in email asking questions about quantities and such and when i asked him for an option for the kids, talking about mac and cheese sent him over the edge because we spoke about seafood mac and cheese for the adults and i opted out of that because of the cost, simply asked what option there was for kids mac and cheese and he completely ignored the question, so i simply said, please go re read my email and then respond so i can get it all paid for and done. However because i said i was questioning the level of paying attention to anything I was saying to him, that sent him over the edge and he then started accusing me of being difficult. Asking to finalize a wedding order 26 days prior to my wedding was being too difficult. Lesson learned and be very aware of wanting this place to do anything responsible. No clue about their food and never plan to find out. I would attach the emails but not sure what more that would do in this case, just beware! read more

The only thing better than the food was the service! Angie made us feel right at home and recommended winner after winner. Everything tasted great but the Blue Crab Chowda (that's what they call it lol) was possibly the best bowl of soup I've ever had. I took the rest of rje chowda they had in the kitchen home! read more

If we could give them TEN STARS we would. Outstanding service. Phenomenal food: A couple Corollas One dozen jumbo crabs One Alaskan steamer Conch fritters Hush now puppies. Scallops n muscles Soft shell crabs And a build your own jumbo crabs n shrimp. 12 beers and some wine. You guys are hittin it outta da park. I used to live on Jersey shores then moved to OCMD and crabbed all my growin up years. This place iza keeeper. Thank you thank you thank you. Brian - your cook n staff are great. Keep the attitude. Much welcomed. Love it. read more

Great food and great service - nice cozy local spot Waitress was very attentive and food was on point read more

Absolutely abysmal table and wait management. Told us 30 mins for a table - we checked in at the hour and 90 minute mark, no information. At 105 minutes, we asked again and was told our table was being held up by a group that had paid but won't leave. As we discussed as a family what we should do, they sat a group of 5, lower than us on the waiting list, without explanation. We absolutely understand how hectic this area can be with beach tourists, especially on weekends. But simple communication and orderly wait lists are a must at any establishment. We left without being served. That being said - bartenders were very attentive and pleasant as we waited! read more

Somebody call the Hague because the food here is a war crime. If you think mayonnaise spicy then this place is right up your alley. Fat Crabs is where flavor goes to die. My wife had the bland Alaskan steam pot and ate it out of sheer spite. When she asked for something to season her food with the server went blank with confusion. I had the BBQ sampler and I have never had food so inedible. Balut is a better culinary experience. Don't know what it is look it up. Gordon Ramsey couldn't fix the food here. They did give me a 10 dollar discount when I told them how bad their food was. Still happy to pay a hundred dollars to get away from that place. read more

Our first time staying in Corolla Light. We did take out boils and they were amazing! They were busy and the worker still took time to show a Blue Crab to a little girl who asked! Extremely classy!! Will 100% go back again!! read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - Worker took the time to show us a Blue Crab - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

Unbelievable crab pot, shrimp, oysters, corn, potatoes, onions, and even king crab legs! read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - Fat Crabs Rib Company - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

Food was excellent! Service was great! Crab dip is OMG GOOD! Party of 11 at 2 tables which was fine. Everyone in the group enjoyed their food. read more

I had the Fried Shrimp basket and it was about what you'd expect. Boyfriend had the Lobster Roll and said it was mediocre. Had to send back two drinks (water and a beer) because there was stuff floating in them. There were 5 workers and all moved at snail pace or as my father said "slower than owl shit". They took our name for our order but never told us we would have to come back inside to get it. No indoor seating, small outside seating directly in sun. I don't think they have a system worked out for how to operate a restaurant, let alone during Covid. TLDR: service was shit, food was meh read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - Fried Shrimp Basket - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

Great barbecue place. The guys were really friendly and helpful and the food was excellent. Some of the best Carolina barbecue I've had!

Not too impressed. The shrimp was very good, but the steamed platter was wimpy! The oysters were barely anything. The server was very sweet. read more

The food was very good, but a little pricey.And the Amount of time that I had to wait for my table was a little too long.I was about to leave but then I was watching to see if there was a table available and then they sat my group and will waiting for my food I noticed that there were only 2 waiters even though the place was very packed.the restaurant overall wad a nice looking place that looked like a nice seafood place read more

The food was great, service was spectacular and it was priced right for being at a vacation location. As a Marylander, I thought the blue crabs were excellent, spiced well, and extremely reasonably priced considering what we're used to paying back home. We will certainly be visit Fat Crabs every time we're back in Corolla. read more

This place was fantastic! A bit of a wait, and they close at 8(!) but the food was amazing. I had the blue crabs and they were incredible. My wife had the bbq and it was also very good. Highly recommended after we were turned away by 2 other restaurants. read more

This place is not the cleanest or nicest. The wait for food was longer than most places. The worst part was the food. At their prices, I expected better. The fries are nothing special, probably frozen. Clams strips were ridiculously bad. The steamed seafood meal was tasteless. You can tell that they aren't really trying to make good food. The only thing I could find that I did like was the cocktail sauce. I don't know if they make their own, or buy it, but it was good. All in, I kinda felt like I got robbed when I left. I won't be back. read more

If you want a great team and owner to support - go here. If you want great food and a great beer selection - go here. I love how you can make the menu work in your favor by customizing exactly what you want and not getting anything you may not want. I love this place and hit it twice every time I'm here. read more

We tried this spot while visiting Corolla for the day. Everything was good..not spectacular..wished there was something "more" to the po'boy..was just lacking something to make it ok to fantastic. The potato salad was good I'd definitely recommend that and my husband had the gumbo. I tried it and it was very good..a little spice and touch of sweetness which is right up my alley. read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - Shrimp po boy and potato salad - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

Ok as a guy that does not consider himself bougie and loves a good seafood boil, I wish I could have given them a higher rating. However, I could not. The Good: The amount of food you get for the price was great . My wife and I shared the build your own. We ordered the medium 1 lb of shrimp and the 1 lb of snow crab. For a good boil, the price was comparable, around 20 dollars. The crab was good and cooked right. I also liked the self service drinks. The bad: A good seafood boil should feel like all elements are cooked together. The potatoes, sausage, and seafood should taste cohesive. However the meal tasted like the crab was boiled separate from the shrimp and the sausage was boiled by itself. That is not what one would expect from a good seafood boil. The shrimp was just ok and there was not enough potatoes. It was just ok overall. For this to be a southern beach restaurant, I expected to be blown away. Alas, I was not. read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

The food and service were outstanding I would recommend this place to everyone. Steamed Shrimp read more

Fat Crabs Rib Company - Shrimp, scallops, sweet potato fries, and collard greens - Seafood Near Me - Corolla, North Carolina

I came here for lunch and didn't wait as we were the first in line (parking lot full of people) We started with the fried calamari that came with cucumber sauce - SO good!! We then had the steamed platter that came with 3 oysters, muscles, clams, jumbo shrimp and 2 scallops with 2 sides. All were delicious! The muscles especially were an awesome size. Our server and other staff were great and it's obvious they work hard during this wave of people traveling more. 4 stars cause we went back for dinner a couple days later and they didn't take our number down right so we almost lost our chance of eating- we checked in after 45 mins as they said and said they'd been trying to call- things happen, I get it. We got crab dip (delicious), dozen clams, muscles and oysters. And the big fried platter (wasn't very big) The oysters weren't steamed enough and lots of sand in a few of the muscles but that comes with that sometimes. But the lunch experience was great and we all gotta give some grace (more than usual) during this time of people working extra hard. read more

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