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The Boiling Crab

3.7 (944 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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Emy Q.

I came with a group of 5. We ordered some apps including Cajun fries and lemon pepper wings which were great but there were issues with our actual shrimp boil orders. They were all overcooked. The shrimp was slimy and falling apart. We also did not know about asking it to be "extra juicy" and it seemed dry. An order of fries never came in so we removed it from the ticket and repeatedly had to flag down a waiter for water refills. This was a Friday afternoon so it was a bit busier than normal but overall the service could have been better.

Food was so good. Jabari was our server and he was great! I loved it here. Definitely coming back.

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Emily F.

The Boiling Crab offers a dining experience unlike any other. You eat entirely with your hands, right from a bag of seafood soaked in incredible sauces. It's wonderfully flavorful, very fresh, and surprisingly fun once you embrace the mess. The service was decent, and the whole atmosphere is lively and casual. It's definitely not a quiet dinner spot, expect laughter, bibs, and a lot of napkins. For me, it was a once in a lifetime kind of meal, delicious, memorable, and just a bit too messy to repeat. Still, I highly recommend everyone try it at least once, you might discover your new favorite way to eat seafood.

Amanda A.

Location: This Boiling Crab is located downtown on K Street, which isn't the most convenient area. K Street is known for its clubs and dive bars, and there are quite a few homeless individuals around. Parking is limited -- you'll likely need to park in a nearby garage (and the restaurant does not validate). Food: The food itself is great! You start by choosing your protein and pounds -- we both ordered a pound of shrimp -- then you can add extras like corn on the cob, boiled egg, potatoes, and sausage. We went with The Whole Sha-Bang flavor (a mix of Cajun, lemon pepper, and garlic butter) and mild spice -- which was still pretty spicy, and we both tolerate spice well! We also ordered the Cajun fries to share, and they were crispy, well-seasoned, and delicious. Ambiance: The restaurant was clean and had a casual, lively feel. It wasn't crowded (less than half full on a Thursday night), but we still had to wait a bit for a booth to open up. Service: Our server was friendly but a little inconsistent. When we were seated, we weren't given menus, so I asked for one -- the waiter said she could bring a paper menu from the front or that we could scan the QR code on the table. The QR code ended up being for their rewards account, not the menu, which was confusing. We also didn't get refills, and it took a while to get our check at the end of the meal. Final Thoughts: The food definitely delivers -- flavorful, messy in the best way, and worth the splurge. But the downtown location, parking, and slower service make the experience less smooth overall. I'd come back for the shrimp and seasoning again, though probably at a different Boiling Crab location.

Alondra V.

Messy, fun, and absolutely worth it." The Boiling Crab has this lively, no-frills vibe that makes you relax the second you sit down. Staff are upbeat and helpful, but the real star is the seafood -- fresh, seasoned just right, and served in a way that makes the whole table part of the experience. Although I think everyone's favorite part is the sudden explosion of song and dance all the staff does you can't help but also stop and watc

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Alyssa S.

We've been to boiling crab before. It's always good. On our way back into town, we stopped at the one here in Sac on K st. The don't take over the phone reservations. But we only had a 15 minute wait. The service was great. Our server suggested the XXX fries (5/5). If you like spicy stuff, give them a try. They were good with ranch and or ketchup. We ordered: 1 lb of shrimp the Whole Shebang flavor, Medium spice, with sausage, potatoes and eggs (5/5) 1 lb of shrimp the Whole Shebang, medium, with sausage and potatoes (5/5) 1 lb of shrimp the whole shebang, medium with potatoes, corn and eggs (5/5) 1 lb of shrimp Lemon pepper flavor, mild, with potatoes and sausage (5/5) 1 lb of shrimp the whole shebang, medium with potatoes and corn (5/5) We've never been disappointed. This food is delicious! The ambiance is upbeat. They have music in the background. Lots of TV screens on the sports channel. Overall, great experience.

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Blake M.

We had a server named Zach and he did a phenomenal job and was super funny and nice. Kudos to this man for making me feel so special on my anniversary!!! Also the vibe was so cool and they had good music constantly playing.

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Stah was an awesome waiter! Great service and good food. He checked on us throughout our dinner and was very kind

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Ethan from K street location was our server and he was amazing! Food was great no complaints!

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Thank you very much, Emily! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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Stahvion was the most amazing server! He was super outgoing positive and helpful! Food here is always super yummy and quick!

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Food was 10/10. Our server Stahvion was amazing service was great 10/10! Coming back because of him he's very attentive!!

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Thank you, Bonnie! We hope you’ll come visit us again soon!

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Star!! Must ask for Star as your server... the best there is. Great food, great service

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Our service with Stahvion was 10/10, he made sure we were well taken care of and went above and beyond! The food was also amazing!

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Stah did amazing. Thank you for the service. It was a pleasant experience. Food was really good too

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Do any of the flavors contain major allergens such as dairy or soy?

Our choice of signature seafood-boil sauces do not contain any dairy, but they do contain soy.

Does this location take reservations?

TBC does not take reservations, seating is first available. Please note the entire party must be present to be seated. Happy eating!

Do we have to show vaccination card to eat there?

Proof of vaccination is not currently required to dine indoors at this location, however that may change in the future depending on local mandates.

Can you order the gumbo without seafood?

Thank you for your question. While gumbo may be ordered with our without the addition of shrimp, our gumbo base does include crab meat.

Are you guys not doing dine in anymore and if not for how long?

This location is open for both dine-in and takeout.

Is boiling crab requiring you to show your vaccination card to eat there?

Not at this time.

Do they take reservations? If so, how far out?

No they don't take reservations. You have to just wait to be seated. Probably want to arrive a 1/2 hour to one hour early to get seating.

Is there anyway to buy just the sauce?

Yes. "Extra Juicy" is what it's called. They can add extra sauce to your bag or you can ask to get it a la cart on the side.

Do potatoes and corn come in the bag with the shrimp? I received two orders last night and nothing was in the bag but the shrimp.?

No it doesn't come with it, you have to order it separately.

Does anyone know if they plan to do dine-in soon?

They're open for Dine-in!

What are the prices for shrimp?

Market price, so it varies. Average around $10-12 per pound. But could be as high as $14 per pound if the market price is high.

Do they accept Apple Pay?

No!

Do I have to pay with card, can I pay with cash?

Yes

Whats good to get from the menu?

The best is always the shrimp- whole shabang, and if you're into citrus, lemon pepper fries. The fries are heavily seasoned though- but definitely delicious especially if you dip into the shrimp bag for sauce😋

How much of the seafood is wild caught in the U.S.?

How much is farm raised

Does the outdoor seating allow dogs?

Yes! At least when we went there was a few people who had their dogs.

Is there outdoor seating?

Yes, there is!

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