This was a great find on our trip through the area. The service was excellent and the food matched. We were greeted by Martin who offered great recommendations since it was our first visit. We ended up ordering the create your own Cajun Combo with a medium spice level that included 1 lb shrimp, 1 lb crawfish, two pieces of corn and a sausage; the fried catfish basket with hush puppies and an egg; and 6 hot wings with sauce on the side. Tarter and cocktail sauce and garlic butter came on the side. Everything was served piping hot and delicious. The boiled seafood was tender, flavorful and well seasoned without overpowering the delicate texture of the seafood. The catfish was lightly battered and had a clean flavor. The sausage had a gentle kick and was well seasoned with savory spices. We took the advice of Martin and dipped the sausage in the garlic butter - wow, a great recommendation! The hot wings were delicious. Had I known they were that good, i would have requested them as typically served tossed in the sauce. The hush puppies we not typical in that they too had a a great mix of spices and maybe herbs; crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The corn seemed to soak up the boiling spices as well and was tender and flavorful to the last bite. In addition to providing utensils, wet wipes, bibs and even gloves, they had a nice hand washing station near the entrance with great smelling soda and towels. It was a great space to wash up before and after eating. I would definitely return tho the Cajun Crab House if I was in the area - and I'd hope to find Martin and Maria working that day too. read more

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We normally go to Krustaceans on 9th St.....but decided to try this place. Though I'll speak well of this place, the cost/value of this place - will (still) have me endorsing Krustaceans in Columbia. The seafood at this place, was cooked very very good. The quality of the seafood was a very clean tasting seafood. Even the shrimp had a nice clean flavor. And we're you looking for butter? Oh, they do (not) spare the sticks of butter at this place! The potato. Oh yes, I said "potato". I have never had a seafood bowl - have (just) a single potato. The potato tasted absolutely great. But 1 potato? That was a joke - especially after you see what these items cost! The garlic butter: There was plenty of butter. Tye flavoring of the butter, certainly was unique of sorts. Seemed to have (possibly) a chili powder base. And though I thought it was good...I also got tired of the taste, after a bit. The Big Downer at this place: Cost. You see my (2) platters. Add (3) cans of Coke - the cost was $150.00. Yes, that's correct: $150.00. Sure, there's a whole lobster on one of the platters. BUT, it wasn't that big by any means. And let's remember: 1 potato was included in the platter. 1 small red potato, came with it; at that price! Lol. Conclusion: Krustaceans is where you should go - for the seafood boiler platters. A much better combination of quality, value and price. read more

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This place has really gone downhill. Had a complaint with their ordering process and was told the manager was "too busy" to speak to me despite there being only one other customer in the place. I asked for the manager's name and got the gen Z stare along with 'Kevin' but apparently Kevin's last name is a state secret. The food (cajun combo boil) wasn't as good as it used to be either. Nearly half the mussels were unopened, the sausage was a lot smaller than it used to be, and the single potato was tiny. This used to be a good place, which makes its decline kind of sad. No wonder there was only one other customer in the place. read more

The food was good.. It was nice see a familiar face that I knew Walter Anderson I love your smile. I'll be back.

We love seafood and have been excited to try this place! It seemed almost like a fast food restaurant, but is more like a fast casual order at the counter type of place. So we were skeptical at first about the quality, but the food was delicious! Love how they give you bibs and the messiness makes it more yummy! - Crab combo with snow crab, shrimp, mussels: we loved it! Everything was seasoned well and tasted amazing. It was pretty buttery though (which made it tasty), so I felt a bit bloated but it was worth it lol. I love the shrimp, the boiled egg was a great addition as well. Potato and corn also great. read more

Cajun Crab House - Crab combo with snow crab, shrimp, mussels - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

Every time we have stopped here, at least 8 times. The experience has been great. The fried food somehow isn't too greasy. It always tastes fresh and cooked perfectly. Fried scallops are excellent. read more

Cajun Crab House - Dining room. - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

Passing through from out of state and stopped in for a boil. Two members of my group - the only two to eat the boil - got powerfully sick. One vomited repeated while at the airport and the other barely avoided the same by taking massive amounts of DGL and an anti-microbic . Had to fly home in this state. The next day I reached out to the owner by phone in good faith to advise of the problem and ask only for the two boils to be refunded (the other meals were perfectly fine). I met with immediate resistance and an insistence upon medical tests and reported results. So, I need to incur further expenses by going to the hospital, getting two people in my family tested for a pathogen that's had nearly 24 hours to get clear from their system. I am certain this is a fluke for the Crab House. Their reviews on Yelp and Google are solid and I believe them. But good customer service takes a good customer at their word, apologizes and issues a refund. Bad customer service does not. Next call is to the state health department. Edit: Owner's response is still holding the line of policy barricading and pushback. There are times when that's appropriate, but this isn't one of them. Forms and tests? Proof? You're a restaurant, not a government bureaucracy. I worked in public health, specifically with food borne illnesses, and I know how it works. You could have easily taken your customer's word, you just refused. Thanks and regards. read more

This place is a gem in Columbia, convenient pit stop for those driving between KC and STL right off the highway. Delicious Viet Cajun seafood. Regardless the spice level, I recommend adding garlic butter toppings for extra savory flavors. Their hot wings got a nice kick, great seasoning. Food comes out quick. Great service and very clean place. Expect a 3.99% service fee with your orders dining in, it is normal nowadays to cover additional overhead expenses. read more

Cajun Crab House - Shrimp and crawfish CAJUN COMBO with boiled egg, rice, and corn - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

Phenomenal food. Seafood hidden gem. Even the corn on the cob is absolutely delicious. Juicy, succulent shrimp with your choice of spice level. read more

Called for a take out and was told they won't start cooking the food until I get there!? I get to the restaurant... and yeah not the most pleasant place and was very dirty. The sign on the door read keep this door closed.. because it was not closing. Come on at least fix your door that don't want to close. read more

Man that stuff was kick'n!!! I got shrimp and crawfish. Wow it set my face on fire. And I could stop feeding it! Lol I ordered delivery and was shocked how fast it got to my hotel. It was piping hot. Just like in the South it set my lips and face on fire. First time I've had this. First time I've stayed in Columbia,mo. If I get back I'm ordering again. I love this kind of grub. Keep up the good food guys! Thanks for a delicious meal! read more

Cajun Crab House - Shrimp and Crawfish... Soooooo good!!!!! - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

It's pricey but worth it. The seafood is usually super fresh. They are skimpy on the spice so we usually request extra extra spice Recommended: 1. Shrimp (we get it w the head on) 2. King crab 3. Blue crab (when they have it) 4. Fries Avoid: 1. Crawfish (didn't appear fresh. Probably from frozen 2. Clams (always super small not worth the effort and usually lots of dead ones in the mix) read more

Manager reached out after my review so clearly, some one here cares. Offered to remake the meal. In light of that a addendum to my review is warranted. I appreciate the intention. They do use MSG so it's a hard pass for us but at least you know that some one will try to make it right if there's a problem. I never complain about food or service at the point of service. I don't think it's worth the possible aggravation. A review is as close as I'll get to a complaint. Some customers don't say a thing, they just don't come back. read more

I gave this place 5 stars because it is the best in their category...and their category includes Captain D's and Long John Silvers. They beat these 2 establishments - hands down - no contest. I would not call this place fast food though - although it is pretty quick. You do order at the counter and they cook it up and bring it to your table. We both ordered the same thing on Sunday - the lunch special with 2 glasses of water. Our bill was about $21.50. Each meal came with 4 battered and fried shrimp, 2 battered and fried oysters, 1 corn meal coated fried catfish filet and battered french fries. The shrimp were large and very fresh. I do not normally eat fried oysters (not a fan!) but these were good enough I that I ate both. The catfish was also very good as were the fries. We were both full when we were done. Several very interesting looking crab plates were being served to some of the other diners while we were in there. The place was spotlessly clean - unlike the businesses that formerly occupied this establishment. One Yelp reviewer complained of a strong fish smell...I noticed no smell of any kind, just my food when they brought it out. We will come here again! read more

We stopped here on the way to Kansas City. I got the catfish dinner and DH got the shrimp. The catfish was just OK. I'm from the South and catfish should be dredged in cornmeal -- not flour. I got cole slaw and hushpuppies as sides. The coleslaw tasted and looked commercial, like you get in a deli and it tasted sweet-ish. I had a few bites and left the rest. The hushpuppies have jalapeno peppers in them and they were pretty good. DH got the shrimp and they were really good. We would go back. read more

Fresh seafood, they have a restaurant where they will cook it for you, you'll think you're at a seafood boil down south!! They also own a store where you can get the freshest seafood in Columbia to go! Fix it the way you want when you get it home. Inside of the restaurant is usually pretty quiet, I've never been there when it was crowded, you can also order it to go on one of our many local food delivery apps. Make sure you have a bib, their meals are so juicy they will run down your chin, just don't wear your good clothes! read more

We were passing this town and googled Cajun crab, based on the reviews it seemed better than the others in that area. We've been to other Cajun boiling crab places in different states but this one didn't meet our expectations. The crab and crawfish seemed to have been frozen for a while and $100 wasn't enough to feed two people. Pros: corn was really good. read more

The best Cajun seafood I've ever eaten. I've eaten a lot in my lifetime and this tops them all and I lived on the gulf coast over 40 years so that says a-lot. We'd already eaten sone shrimp off our platter and dungenous and king crab so tge pic is lacking but still you grt the jest! read more

Stumbled upon this place. So glad we were hungry. You will leave full and fat!! Delicious shrimp, excellent boil, crab legs were great. The garlic butter sauce is not to be missed! Decor was fun. Appreciated the personal trashcan for all our mess. Will definitely go back! read more

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The smell of seafood when you enter lets you know this isn't Captain D's. This is a crab shack with a light Cajun twist in a former fast food restaurant. If you don't want shellfish you have very limited options. I enjoyed a traditional and tasty crab boil lightly seasoned with Cajun powder. The lunch special Mini ($14.99) included two full sets of snow crab legs, 5 jumbo shrimp, a small cut of spicy sausage, short corn on the cob, and red potato delivered in a styrofoam container and plastic utensils. A shell bucket came alongside. My first thought upon seeing the meal was, "I'm going to need a bigger napkin." Fortunately, paper towels are on the tables and plastic bibs (and gloves) are nearby. At additional cost I got Cajun butter dipping sauce for my shrimp and crab. It was a spicier version of melted butter but without any heat. Everything was excellent. My only caution about Cajun Crab House is that if you're not looking for shellfish your options are very limited. The menu is fried, boiled, or steamed shrimp, various crab, crayfish, oysters, clams and mussels. Fish and shrimp hoagies and catfish are available but fish shop staples such as hush puppies or French fries...sorry, not on the menu. read more

Cajun Crab House - Cajun crab boil. - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

Be aware: As of 8 July 2018, they are still in a "soft opening" stage. Not all dishes are available and the staff is obviously learning the business as they go. My wife and I dined here on their second day open and again a week later. The difference was noticeable. Had I rated them on the first visit, I would have given three stars. The second earned four. On the first visit, my wife had crawfish and boiled potatoes and corn. I had smoked sausage and boiled potatoes and corn. There were very few choices, as they had run out of many things or simply didn't offer them yet. According to Claire, the crawfish were properly cooked, meaty, and fresh. She liked the spicy/garlicky sauce (the staff call it a "glaze"). Her only disappointment was the lack of rice. My sausage and potatoes were excellent. The meat was not too greasy, nicely steamed, and with just enough heat to wake up the flavors. Potatoes were perfectly cooked. On the second visit, Claire got a pound of shrimp and of crabs, with boiled potatoes and corn. I ordered fried catfish, hush puppies, and fries. My catfish was great. Very crispy, crunchy exterior. The meat of the fish was tender and mild. Fries were also perfectly cooked. The hush puppies, while fine, were forgettable and to receive exactly two, quarter sized portions, seemed skimpy. Claire raved about the shrimp and crabs. Called them perfectly made and lots of meat. Again, the potatoes and corn were winners. Oddly, they included a thumb size portion of sausage with her food. Not wanting it, she gave it to me. It was flat out awful. Having soaked in the serving of shrimp and crab, it was gray, watery, and tasted like a chimera of fish and pig. Not a fan. Overall, I'm excited for this addition to Columbia's dining scene. The staff are friendly and helpful, food overall is good and improving, and prices are reasonable. I'm looking forward to returning and fully expect them to earn a fifth star. read more

Cajun Crab House - Catfish platter - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

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In three words.... Mmmmmm. Mmmmmmm. GOOOOOOOD!!!! We ordered the seafood platter with catfish, shrimp, and oysters along with a pound of crawfish and it was absolutely amazing. Great price, great flavor, FRESH!! Definitely coming back. read more

Cajun Crab House - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

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One of the best seafood restaurants I've ever ate at. And that's saying a lot considering we formerly lived in VA Beach. Fresh food, great service. The condiment pairings were really really good. I had the fried soft shell crab basket & it was great. My kids had the popcorn shrimp basket & the catfish po' boy. Both ate all of it. My husband got the boil platter for $19.99. He said the sauces reminded him of Bubba Gump Shrimp. If you haven't tried this place yet do yourself a favor & check it out! read more

Cajun Crab House - Crab basket with hush puppies & coleslaw - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

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Excellent customer service. Very polite and fast. Had the shrimp Po Boy. Very tasty. Cons: Only bottled drinks Ketchup packets Definitely coming back read more

I had the shrimp + crawfish with corn and potato as sides. Medium heat. I literally ordered from the parking lot and it was ready in no time. The shrimps were to die for with great texture and flavor. The crawfish was OK considered it was off season and probably frozen. Definitely hit the spot! Will be coming back for more. read more

There's not much to say but wow 20/10 would recommend this place. It was beautiful cooked. I'm from Hawaii and seafood has been a miss in Missouri but this is a definite hit!!! read more

My partner and I just got done with having lunch. The service was great and all the employees were very kind. The environment is welcoming and our food came out pretty fast. We have no complaints, the food was delicious. I recommend you go if you love seafood. I will be coming again! read more

Hands down my favorite place too eat in Como. Always friendly staff and the boils are the bomb.

Excellent food, nice surroundings. The waiter was fantastic. Ask for anything better, a little expensive for nowadays, but the food was worth it. read more

We ordered the seafood lover, mild. This came with snow crab, king crab, corn, sausage and whole potatoes. This was a health portion for the price and was more than enough for two people. If you can't handle spicy food, order the mild or plain. This was good food and will order again. read more

Cajun Crab House - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

Yesterday was my family and I's third visit to the Cajun crab house ...we had good experiences the first two Visits ...we had the worst experience yesterday ...we ordered the seafood lover... everything tasted fine and the service was great ! I actually tipped an extra $10 after we were done with the meal because of how nice and friendly the service was ...unfortunately exactly one hour after we ate , my wife and I started to feel Sick ...we ended up spending the following six hours in and out of the bathroom throwing up and suffering from painful diarrhea... I honest to God thought I was dying ...I lost 3 pounds in 6 hours !!! Today is the next day and thank God we are both doing much better but I am still too sick to go to work ... I tried calling the restaurant 3 times today to let them now that there is a serious food contamination issue but no one is answering the phone!!?? I met the owner a year or two ago and he seems like a good guy but the pain we went through yesterday was not nice at all ! read more

I have family down in Mississippi and have at real cajon food, This is as close to what I have eaten when she brings everything up for a dinner from down there. read more

Throw your hesitation away and go already! We had high expectations before we went and we were still impressed. There is a pleasant hole in the vibe, but the food doesn't mess around. Expect to pay around $20 per person for dinner, but it's the best seafood in Columbia hands down. We got boiled snow crab and shrimp with the spicy garlic butter and I can't wait to come back for it again! 10/10 read more

We were looking for a place that had seafood and found this place. I was traveling through for business. I'm from Mississippi so we have our share of really good seafood places. In talking to the people that work there they said they get shipments each week from the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Excellent food and excellent service, would definitely recommend read more

Great Cajun....I swear I could have been at a restaurant in Louisiana!! We got the shrimp and crawdads...only thing that could have made it better was hot butter: read more

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I'd give it a 10 if I could. Excellent all around, great food, great service. Green muscles, shrimp, sausage, corn, what's not to love.

You can't go wrong with any of the choices. My wife and I shared a fried basket. It was more than enough food for both of us. It would have been too much for one of us. Nice portions and excellent flavors. read more

I ordered a steamer basket of crayfish and mussels. I thought the food was well-cooked and very tasty. My wife had a catfish basket it was also well cooked. However my complaints are the iced tea was terrible. Also I think the price is a little much for what you get. I will try the place again sometime in the future. read more

Food was delicious and still hot even though it took me awhile to get there on last minutes notice from a friend. I would like to see a more bigger sausage and one that snaps. That means it's real Polska Kielbasa or real Smoked Sausage. I do recommend delicious. They have King crab, Snow crab, and Dungaree, which the last is my favorite. read more

While visiting Columbia, we decided to try Cajun Crab House and were so pleased that we did. My wife (a longtime Snow Crab connoisseur) ordered the King Crab Boil with garlic glaze and I picked the Shrimp Hoagie. Both were terrific! The co-owner Lynn) brought our order and stopped by our table to make sure we had everything needed and to make sure we enjoyed our food. His family shrimps in the gulf. The chef also stopped by our table to make sure we were pleased with our order. To top off the excellent meal, Lynn asked if we ever tried crayfish. We hadn't, so he brought us several steamed crayfish to try. They we del! We will definitely return to the Cajun Crab House each time we return to Columbia! read more

Cajun Crab House - My lady loves King Crab! - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Missouri