best fresh seafood i always get salmon, any grocery stores i've looked st salmon looks like it…read moreshould have went to trash days before, not mission seafood its susie quality from cold waters scotland and other cold waters highly recommend an the owners are friendly and helpful people

Do not buy the oysters here. 5/12 of them were dead, and the best looking out of the bunch still…read moretasted funky.

Don't be discouraged by the lack of parking or the fact that it is a food truck...the food is…read moresimply amazing!!! Had some incredible carne asada fries, a delicious fried shrimp burrito, a super cheesy quesadilla and will continue trying everything on their menu. Highly recommend!

Horrible customer service. We waited over 10 minutes at the window while staff were clearly there,…read morebut no one acknowledged us at all. We were the only customers no line, no crowd yet still completely ignored. Not even a simple greeting. After standing outside the truck for that long with no response, we decided to leave without ordering. Unfortunately, we never got the chance to try the food, so I can't speak on its quality. However, the pricing is on the higher end pricing. As for the atmosphere, parking is very tight and the setup is outdoors, which made the wait even more uncomfortable. Really disappointing experience.

We arrived Monday June 1 to celebrate my son's birthday. I had called earlier to check about…read morebuying a desert or bringing a cake. The person who answered the phone was so kind and helpful. She advised they give a complimentary slice of their cheesecake for the birthday celebrant but didn't sell whole cakes. She informed me about the 85 Degree bakery and Stater Brothers next door. They will gladly store the cake. The menu was a little difficult to understand but once our waiter , sorry I forgot his name explained the combos vs AlaCarte and how much would feed a party of 5 We explained one person ate like a bird 2 of us were starving and 2 were medium hungry. He asked us what we wanted in terms of seafood. We all wanted crab one person didn't want shrimp etc etc. he advised us to start with 3 (bags) boil combos all with crab ,comboed with other seafood to make it a variation. Plus add an extra portion of crab. Well it was perfect. We did 3 different spice variations and shared The table is lined with plastic. A roll of paper towels. Plus the tools. Cracker and extractor. And gloves. Omg we had a blast eating the delicious food. Everything was fresh and just scrumptious. We had one bag with the garlic and old bay. Mild (I love heat but read mild had a kick. ). Which is did but was overall a mild kick. I was slurping the juice out of the clam shells it was so gosh darn good. Our waiter and the rest of the staff checked on us. Refilled our tea and water. We made a pretty good mess of things. Best part is we didn't have to clean up. Our waiter was so thoughtful, when it was time to have cake and open presents he invited us to use a clean table. He brought us plates and forks for the cake too. The restaurant space is kinda different. You walk into the restaurant and you're in a pretty large foyer You move through it to a gigantic dinning area with dozens of tables and booths. It has a huge high ceiling and appears more like a banquet size area. There were several other diners but because of the size of the restaurant it didn't feel crowded. We were trying to figure out what the space was used prior to Crab Pub. It has an Asian twist decor (marble deco columns) but decorated with fishing type props and decorations. It looks like service stations encircled the outer edge of the restaurant. Thinking it was a buffet place in the past. We loved the playlist music Thinking it was club like 80's 'maybe 70's original hits. Thankfully , No piped in cover instrumentals. So it was extra fun to get down and dirty eating and listening to great music. Bathrooms were clean All n all it was reasonably priced (we did Snow Crab as opposed to the King Crab that was pricier ). Recommend for families , and friend groups. Unsure if first date would be good as you have to get into the boil bag and it'll get messy. I hope to come back soon to try more combo seafood and different spice offerings

Crab Pub is one of my absolute favorites! I always order the Combo #2 with a side of rice, and it's…read moreconsistently delicious. My go-to sauce is Pub Style Medium it has the perfect balance of flavor and spice without being overly hot. I usually get the sauce on the side because sometimes it has chunks of garlic, which isn't my favorite, but the flavor is so good that it's still my top choice every time. The oysters were amazing! My mom loves oysters, and they did not disappoint fresh, flavorful, and absolutely worth ordering. We also tried the gumbo, and it was incredible rich, flavorful, and the perfect complement to the seafood. The fried shrimp was a little overcooked, and the oil tasted slightly old, but it was still good and definitely not enough to take away from the overall experience. The portions are generous, the seafood is always satisfying, and the quality keeps me coming back. It's become one of my favorite spots whenever I'm craving seafood, and I highly recommend giving it a try!

Popular spot at a strip mall with lots of parking space. It gets pretty crowded with plenty of…read morepeople coming in but the fresh seafood is worth the wait. We love the taco combo as you can try a shrimp taco and a fish taco. The meats are very tender and flavorful and filling. Surprisingly, they also have a sashimi platter with lots of pieces which is worth the price but the rice as a side dish is kind of pricy.... Just cook your own rice if possible.

I had a good experience at Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe (Carlsbad). I ordered the Boston Clam…read moreChowder Bread Bowl ($16.99). Surprisingly, the sourdough bread bowl tasted more spectacular than the chowder. Although the soup had clean ingredients, it's runny and a little bland. Fortunately, that fresh, flavorful sourdough bread had a happy crunch while also coveting that bold sourdough flavor. YUM! I arrived at Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe (Carlsbad) on a Saturday (around 12:55PM). Parking is easy. The lot is very big. Customers order at the counter, and Staff brings the food to your table. Staff is polite enough. Staff had a very laid back, casual presence. The male staff member just appeared & plopped the food on the table before strolling over to chat with another customer. The clam chowder bowl arrived in 15 minutes. As mentioned, I appreciated the Boston Clam Chowder Bread Bowl ($16.99). The soup was unremarkable, but the sourdough bread is phenomenal. I liked how the clam chowder is peppery and piping hot, but it's also fairly bland and runny. It had a very watery consistency. Thankfully, that fresh sourdough saved this meal. On ambiance, Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe (Carlsbad) is clean and comfortable. There's plenty of tables. There's also a gender neutral restroom in the back. Overall, Pelly's Fish Market & Cafe (Carlsbad) is a good option. It's not the most remarkable, but it's a solid option. I had a good experience. 4.4 out of 5

Went in today to try their seafood boil after seeing all the craze on tiktok. I was super excited…read moreand not disappointed. The food was good for the pricing, i added a side of snow crab and a drink. The total was about $34. The sausage had a great taste but was a little dry, almost as if it was added to the boil after and not cooked in it. The shrimp was slightly overcooked a lil mushy, but other than that not bad. The snow crab was really good and had a great amount of meat. For a new item on their menu it was worth it, could use some work over time but not bad for the pricing. (This is my review on the food and not on the restaurant/other items as a whole. Customer service was great and food didnt take long to come out!)

Food, Service and Staff amazing. Serving was very fast also upon ordering. Came to San Diego from…read moreOdessa/ Midland, Texas. Highly recommend this restaurant. Food was delicious.

I just started working in San Diego, and I'm so happy I came across Lobster Lab at Windmill Food…read moreHall. This place was insane!! I can't recommend it enough. The lobster was fresh, the quality was perfect, and everything tasted amazing. There are plenty of spots to choose from at Windmill, but I would absolutely choose Lobster Lab again. The service was fantastic as well. Thank you, Tamer! I'll definitely be back.

Service was fast and friendly. I ordered the Lobster Roll XL, it was so overpriced. Yes the food…read morewas delicious but I would not purchase it again for that price tag. Seating was hard, at least for larger groups. It was packed on a weekend. Cute area with lots of food options.

First off, I just want to say that The Boiling Crab is awesome!…read more The atmosphere is amazing, and the customer service is excellent. The workers check on you at the perfect times, help you understand the menu, and even break down your order and pricing so you know exactly what you're getting. The prices are great and surprisingly affordable. I ended up leaving a $30 tip because I couldn't thank them enough. If you're on a budget, they'll even pull out a Sharpie and write different options and prices right on your table to help you stay within your budget. What other place has service like that? McDonald's? No way. Chick-fil-A? Not even close. The Boiling Crab is an incredible experience, and I would definitely come back again and again. Whether you're trying a seafood boil for the first time or coming back for another visit, this is the place to go. They have all the seafood and sides you could want, and everything tastes amazing. Would you rather spend hundreds of dollars on random stuff from Facebook Marketplace, or about $20 per person for a delicious seafood boil the whole family can enjoy? The food is filling, flavorful, and worth every penny. This place is also perfect for birthday parties. They don't take reservations, but they do have wait times, and you can always call ahead if you're planning something special. I'm actually planning to have my 50th birthday party here with a group of 20 people, and they told me they can accommodate us, which is amazing. I'll be sure to update everyone on how the party goes! Also, my husband is the one who drove me here, and I'm so thankful for him. He's currently fighting stage 4 cancer, and seeing him smile and enjoy a great meal meant the world to me. For a little while, he seemed happier and felt better, and that's something I'll never forget. So, ladies and gentlemen, if you're craving a seafood boil and you're anywhere in the San Diego area--whether you're a few minutes away or even a few hours away--you know where to go: The Boiling Crab. It's a fantastic place for families, friends, and anyone looking for a fun and delicious meal. - Beckett

Love the food and vibes. Great customer service and the music always on point. Recommend all of itread more

Such a great experience! We came here while on vacation, and it ended up being the perfect dinner…read morespot. The Alaskan king crab was some of the best I've ever had, and it was my son's first time trying it, which made the meal even more special. Our server was kind and attentive. We had the pleasure of meeting the manager and he was incredibly kind!!!! Excellent food, outstanding service, and an all around memorable experience. Highly recommend!

First time at the Carlsbad location. Went to the one in Little Italy years ago and wanted to try…read morethis one out. It's great. We ended up sitting at the bar because it was a bit crowded and we didn't have reservations. The bartenders were amazing. They were all friendly and attentive to everyone at the bar. The food was very good! I really enjoyed the trout where you can ask for different sides if you didn't want the scallops potatoes and green beans that it comes with. I don't love green beans so I substituted it for sautéed spinach. The fish was cooked to a nice temperature and it was moist and flaky. The complimentary sourdough bread with butter was delicious. The sushi roll was ok. I would skip that unless you don't want any of their other entrees.