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    The Juicy Crab Charlotte

    3.3 (126 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Dogs allowed

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    1/2 Shrimp (No Head)
    Alex L.

    Positive: food was ready quickly Con: shrimp was unclean (not deveined) and food was cold. I called to report this soon as I opened food at home, was told I had to contact door dash for refund. I completed the questionnaire but no call back or refund. I called again today and was told to google the DoorDash number and call them to resolve the matter. I placed the order through their website, not through DoorDash as I went to pick the order up. Either way both times that I have called trying to peacefully resolve this matter, I have not been given a resolution nor any true assistance with this.

    The #7 meal combo
    Mary Y.

    The service was okay. There was only one server for a Tuesday dinner. So she did okay but was not tremendously attentive. The food was good and flavorful however, the server shell fish with only plastic forks. You have to request a cracker for your crabs and they do not have metal utensils even if you ask. So half of your meal is left in the shell. The offered tasty dessert choices. The hip hop music was loud so a challenge to have a conversation. The tables we clean and comfortable.

    Samantha P.

    When we arrived at 12 PM the restaurant had a line with about six people. The floors were still being cleaned. I was kinda annoyed but happy to know that the restaurant is keeping everything clean and sanitized. Once we were seated the waitress came by to take our order. I ordered a seafood boil with crab legs, black muscles and shrimp and my daughter ordered a seafood boil with shrimp and crawfish with a side of white rice. The food came out in a decent amount of time and it was delicious. I hadn't eaten at this Juicy Crab before just the ones down in Atlanta. Although, we started off Rough everything went well. Our waitress name is Imani. She was attentive. We received 20% off and I didn't mention that I am a Yelpie! The server mentioned that they have karaoke on Thursday night, so I will try to make it back on Thursday.

    Queenie C.

    The service is always good. The food comes out fast and is always hot. It's a typical crab boil place but the food is superb! $$$/$$$$$

    Me and my honey!
    Arthur R.

    We came here yesterday for New Year Eve! I felt fortunate that I found parking right in the front of the restaurant. We entered and was seated quickly. The atmosphere was very joyous, with the loud music playing from the external speakers. Drinks were flowing very freely. This was really a good choice to come to for New Year's Eve. We ordered two clusters of crab legs and was very glad when they came. It was good and juicy as we expected. He had a wonderful time and plan to come back later for 2025.

    Combo #8
    Dee C.

    Never realized there was a seafood restaurant in this plaza til tonight and I'm glad I gave it a try. It wasn't crowded so that was a plus but as we were leaving more people were coming in. I ordered #8 which was dungeon crab, headless shrimp, corn, potatoes, sausages and eggs in medium juicy special sauce and it was delicious. Also had the green tea shot and it was delicious. The ambience was cute, looks like the inside of a fisherman's boat, I definitely would recommend and will be back again. Also they have Karaoke on certain days

    The owner of the Juciy Crab location in the university area. I have a video of what he actually said .

    On 4/17/2025 me and my daughter came to patronize this location. The server Hennessy treat us less than poorly!!! We were not checked on and when we asked for things there was a more than extended wait. My daughter asked for a Togo cup and Hennessy asked what's the purpose of a Togo cup because we asked for it, as the customer do we need to give a reason. She never came back to check on us and when I asked for Togo bags for the leftover food she proceeded to tell me she would bring them when my daughter came back from the bathroom but the check was on the table already. We have been patronizing Juciy crab at other locations in different states before they came to Charlotte North Carolina. This behavior is off putting, hurtful and super disappointing. We left and when I thought about it the treatment was horrible so I wanted to let corporate know. I went back inside and asked for corporate's number and the hostess with the natural fire red hair told me there was no corporate number. I asked for the owner and I was met with disrespect. The same server Hennessy walked past me almost shoulder bumping smiling. She then proceeded to ask my daughter did she have something to say to her. The owner also said that my daughter was my son which was not true at all!!! He did not take anything that I said seriously. I stead he threatened to make a complaint against me. This is not how a business should be run EVER!!! This location is a threat to the juicy crab name. No one spends their money to be treated poorly.I have videos to post the owner and his responses to my complaints but google does not allow videos. I will be sending to the juicy crab corporate which does exist besides what the staff and owner said. And I gave 1 star because if the service which he did t care about because he continued to ask me about how my food was outside of the service as if service does not matter.

    Cynthia R.

    Went here on lunch break with full intention of trying seafood, but I love me some chicken wings so when I saw that you can get the wings in their signature juicy sauce I couldn't pass it up. They came out crispy and fried to perfection, but the sauce is soooooo salty! The flavor has potential but I just couldn't get pass the massive sodium intake, didn't take long for me to end up having a headache later on. Next time I think I'll stick with a regular flavored wing, because they were cooked to perfection can't deny that. Service was great as well, I didn't catch my waitress name, she was running the bar but she was so friendly, a complete joy.

    Cajun fries
    Asha E.

    I recently tried The Juicy Crab and everything was wonderful. I dined in with a group of friends and felt very safe. We had very attentive service, the restaurant was clean, observed COVID safety precautions, and the food was delicious. I had the Hungry Feast and it's a lot of food! You get a well-seasoned cluster of snow crab legs, 1/2 lb of sausage, 1/2 lb of shrimp, 3 eggs, 1 corn and 1 potato. I'm tempted to go back as I type this! You're likely to have some food to take home and they'd make great leftovers heated in the oven, of course. They also have great sauces, sides (I recommend the Cajun fries) drinks (get a Juicy margarita) and appetizers (definitely get the crispy, yummy calamari). I can't wait to go back!

    Chicken tenders and fries
    Heaven W.

    They place has horrible food. The fries that has been re-fry and greasy chicken tenders everything is a greasy mess. I came here a couple of times in the past year, I keep giving them a chance hoping that it will be better but it's not.

    Superb Drinks !!! Menu is straightforward
    Sundai T.

    10 Stars Honey ! Staff. Waitress. Food. Service. ALL GOOD ! Menu is clear and understandable. Please Tip y'all waiters

    Deep fried Fried Shrimp, steamed oysters, hush puppies, cajun fries, cole slaw

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    absolutely amazing i cannot tell you a better seafood place and trust babe ive been to many, im gonna miss this place frl

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    Good good food! Always love a good boil with great seasonings . Service was good ! Love the drinks and ambiance

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    I came here the other day because I wanted some seafood and I saw they had a fish sandwich. Not…read moresure what pic I saw that made me wanna come here but the hoagie didn't measure up to my standards. It was ok but I won't come back for that particular dish. The service was great, the food just didn't do it for me.

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