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    The Kickin' Crab - Chandler

    4.5 (340 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Diele K.

    My boyfriend and I went to check out this location as I wanted to have a Cajun Seafood Boil. If I eat meat, I tend to eat seafood and decided to treat ourselves to some. For a Thursday at 4pm, they were very slow and seated immediately with only two other tables. Loved being able to get a half booth and take in all the beautiful decor. I really liked the light fixtures and the restaurant had a spacious feel. Loved that they can substitute the sausage for corn or potatoes since I don't do pork. The Snow Crab with Kickin' Style seasoning and a spicy level was great. It complimented the crab very well and my boyfriend was impressed with his frozen crawfish (since it's not in season) & shrimp. He's from Orlando, and I know he's very particular on his seafood. I'm an Arizona native, so I don't know fresh fresh seafood outside of the few times traveling. Our server was amazing! The receipt said Johnathan N since we didn't get his name, but wanted to recognize the exceptional welcome as our first visit. Heck, he even encouraged us to return! There are several locations, so I'm sure I'll end up at another.

    Christine S.

    First time at this location. Wasn't great either. First off, in order to be seated, you just have to stand in a line and wait at the front until they have an open table and then acknowledge you. No one actually takes your name so you can wait outside or anything. Finally got seated. It was freezing cold in there, but thank goodness we didn't get seated under an air vent. We started by ordering half a dozen oysters as an app, and they never came. Saw the table next to us receive some, but never us. When we received our seafood bucket, we told the person dropping off our meal that we never received our oysters and she says she'll go check on them. Never saw her again. 15-20 mins later, our server comes out to confirm we never got the oysters and we tell her just to cancel them at this point. She says she'll let her manager know. After she walks away, we realize when we get to the crab claws of the snow crab, that we were never given crab crackers. We're finally able to wave her down after a few more mins and she says she'll bring some back. She grabs a pair from a dirty table and goes to the back to have them washed. She brings back one pair after about 5 mins and says she'll look for another because that's all they have available. Mind you, the restaurant is not as busy at this point. Less than half the tables are full although it was packed when we originally got there. It's actually not a big deal. One will do for two of us. Just wanted to make that note to let people know to bring their own if you plan on dining here. When we've finished, immediately after we take off our gloves, another employee drops off our check. We were never asked if we wanted a refill on beers/drinks and never asked if we needed anything else. Do they have dessert? I wouldn't know. On the check, we noticed that they don't price items individually, so our seafood bucket where we ordered crab, shrimp, potatoes, and sausage was just one lump sum, so I don't know if they charged us properly unless I decide to ask to look at the menu again. Even though a manager never came to speak to us, the oysters were not on our bill, so either they were forgotten from the start, or they were just removed from the bill. I also noticed that they help you figure out suggested tip amounts and they don't calculate it based on tax, so that was a bonus. All in all, the food was ok, but the service was slow. I actually felt bad for our server. She wasn't rude or anything, but from the moment she greeted us, she seemed very timid and lost. I'm not sure if she was new, but she doesn't seem very confident waiting tables. Would I come back, probably not. They're building a new angry crab a few miles from our house now and that's always been our go to anyway.

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    The food was hot and fresh and so delicious! Our waitress Melanie was the best and so helpful in our decisions! Would def go back thank you for a great experience

    Riese L.

    Tons of parking and a very large seating area. I think the high ceilings made it look bigger. Service was very friendly ... AT FIRST. I ordered a special that came with crab, corn, potato and sausage. The cause I chose was Cajun and I and they said it wasn't spicy but I'm a weenie and it was too spicy for me. So I requested a side of just garlic butter so I can dip the pieces in so it won't be so hot. After waiting almost 10 minutes for the side of butter, they brought me a ramekin of almost solid butter. Barely softened. Idk if they were irritated with me at that point but I just ate my food asap to get out because the vibe surly changed by mid meal. Wouldn't go back.

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    Neshma T.

    The Kickin' sauce was one of the best combinations I've ever tried. It be kicking hard The food literally transported me back to Thailand fresh seafood, perfectly sauce soaked corn- everything perfect Highly recommended The service was fast and staffs were attentive. The ambiance is clean and spacious.

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    Ginger F.

    Full disclosure, you will spend $$$$$$ here. But the food is fresh. Huge amounts, great quality, and really good options and accommodations. Service was friendly and attentive. We came here with a group of 6 and our tab was well over $700. The setting is casual. Easy parking, fast seating, and exactly the setting for messy southern seafood boils. Just be prepared to pay for the experience.

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    Rob I.

    The Cajun trout was good and the rice too. It was a little dark with light blue lighting. The seating was average in comfort The service was great. We had an excellent waiter. I will go back to try other menu options.

    Two seafood bowels and Cajun fries

    Everything was great! Server was very attentive and food was hot! It's never disappointing when I came in. I would never eat a seafood boil anywhere else, this is always my go- to option!

    Young C.

    Craving seafood and thought I try something different then angry crabs. Ordered dozen oysters and calamari. Oysters were nice, plump and fresh. Good size oysters and very clean tasting. By the size I'm guessing it's Nola oysters. Calamari was also pretty good. Wish it was little more crispy but had nice Cajun seasoning. Ordered #3 with snow crabs, clams, shrimp, and mussels. Medium heat with they kickin seasoning . I didn't feel like getting my hands dirty so I put on the gloves. Little too big and pain in the butt but kept my hands some what clean. Ordered extra spicy sauce to dip my food in. Not hot at all, little disappointed. Over all clam was yummy, mussels were pretty good. Shrimp with head was not much to eat after removing the shell. Crab legs were also pretty yummy. Over all I think seasoning is way better than angry crabs. Although angry crab spicy is very spicy. Ended up ordering another dozen oysters and snow crab special. I would definitely come here again. Only down side is little pricy.

    Jeff T.

    The best crawfish I've ever had!!!! Went for a late dinner the other night and we definitely made the right choice. This place was fun, fast, and delicious. I went with the live crawfish, and queen crab. Absolutely delicious.

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    Brian B.

    First time ever being here. It's a lot like another Cajun boil food chain. But the food was very delicious right amount of spice. I got the shrimp bucket medium. Service was good. She was always checking on us making sure we were good making sure we had what we needed. The ambience was good. Had a couple TVs in their little music playing. The crowd. Volume was good as well. Where you could still have a good decent conversation at the table. All in all a great place and look forward to going back.

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    Overall, the boil is good, I think some other Cajun boil restaurants are better. I think the appetizers were better than the boil.

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    Amazing service and helpful to a bunch of newbies. Momo, was super kind and helpful. Will absolutely be back!!!

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    Great oysters! Shucked and fresh! Staff was friendly and good vibes. Restaurant was clean with many smiles all around. Will be back!

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    Yummo!! Food and service were excellent! The waitress was so great in making suggestions

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