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    The Juicy Crab

    4.1 (556 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Louisiana boil!
    Elana K.

    We had such a great experience at The Juicy Crab! The food was absolutely delicious, and we really enjoyed the atmosphere. The service was friendly and attentive, which made the whole visit even better. They also have a really cool koi pond that adds such a unique touch to the place. Definitely a spot I'd come back to!

    Cosmopolitan martini
    Crystal W.

    First time here: pleasantly surprised by how this place is better than most fish camps in Jacksonville. Shrimps are huge, not too salty or too much breading. Crab was juicy. Highly recommend the Cajun fries. The hush puppies were perfectly crisp, not soggy but have a touch of cheesy taste to it.

    Berlyn D.

    We ordered Oceanic Special which comes with snow crab, blue crab and no head shrimp but we added crawfish. The crawfish are big which is a plus but some taste fishy. The blue crab legs I crack them they smell fishy and taste like it also. It was still brown. I dipped it on the sauce to forget the taste. Over all with the food was good, I can rate it 7/10 it's because I've tasted good quality of seafood boil somewhere else. Our server was "Day" she was patient enough for us take time to order and see the menu. But she only checked on us twice. The place is nice it was cold, organized but on the way to the bathroom I can smell the fishy smell. I hope they can work on that.

    Alex E.

    Juicy crab is one of the craziest places I have ever been. You will walk in and someone might be twerking by the jukebox after having a couple of delicious drinks at the bar! Put that aside, you are not coming here for a 5 star seafood experience you are coming for the best seafood boil you have ever had in your life! The weekend special is my go to (crab, shrimp, and lobster) and is always the most fresh delicious seafood! I have not found a better seafood boil place in all of Florida let alone Jacksonville. Juicy special sauce is a must and medium heat is perfect. Put on your best stained shirt because it's gonna get MESSY! There was a point in my life where I was coming here weekly!

    Erica B.

    Best seafood boil I've had in Jax! We came with a large group of friends on Friday night, many who are first timers to JC and everyone was super impressed with how good the food is. Food came out quickly too even for our 10 top. Service can be touch and go and restrooms are often filthy but food is worth it.

    Lemon Pepper wings

    Imanie is always provides top-notch service and provides very professional customer service...the drinks are always mixed to perfection. These lemon pepper wings are the best in River City!

    Sunnie H.

    Delicious fried shrimp basket Service was okay Place was super busy Atmosphere chill and comfortable

    Seafood boil
    Scarlett G.

    The bar tender was amazing, I didn't catch her name. But!!! She was very attentive to us. My dates catfish wasn't to our liking the make your own seafood boil was fantastic. The atmosphere was great and laid back. I definitely recommend!

    Jordyn R.

    Came to this place multiple times for some seafood boil and it's been the best place I've gotten it in Jacksonville ! The service is decent sometime can be great while other time the service can just be meh but would require some improvement. Though service may be a hit or miss the food is excellent other than the times the orders can be missing or not right but always good !

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    Jean V.

    DELICIOUS! No wait! Great service and food came pretty quickly! I recommend The Juicy Crab to anyone craving low country boil. Our server was very personable and attentive. The menu is easy to read and the food came out quickly. I ordered the headless shrimp and mussels with potato and corn, garlic butter sauce, medium heat, with a side of fries. Everything was cooked perfectly and super tasty! They give you a bucket for scraps, bibs, wet wipes, and a box of gloves for the table. I would definitely come back for some delicious seafood!

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    Food was amazing! Service was quick. Drinks were okay. Overall love me some seafood boil.

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    This place was amazing the crabs and oysters delicious how to write juicy crab a 1 million star

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    Ask the Community - The Juicy Crab

    My birthday is coming up this June, I was wondering if you guys are alright having 20-25 people for dinner. Will this be alright? Thank you so much!

    What is the " F " ing Surcharge Fee , for on Ur Bills? These CHARGES …… " I SAW " on…

    It's for large parties they add the "surcharge" as the tip for the wait staff. This is done at a lot of places for large parties. Unfortunately a lot of people run the staff around like crazy then leave without tipping. Hope that helps.

    Love Country Music and Rock. Looking for an establishment that has line dancing for men and women. looking for good beer and a place where people enjoy dancing. Prefer a place that does not close till the late hour. Does anyone have any suggestions?

    Mc B'a or the Roost

    What are the best crab dishes?

    They're always having pretty good specials. So check the specials out first! You really can't beat them!

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