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    Crab & Shell Cajun Seafood

    4.5 (114 reviews)
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    King crab were huge! Meat came right off the shells.
    Jackie L.

    Fresh seafood. Great service. Seasoning was excellent. The servers were friendly and worked together as a team. Can't wait to come back!

    Vivian C.

    Soooo fun and soooo tasty! The place is packed for a good reason so make sure you make that reservation! The wait would have been worth it though. Everything tasted so good and there was a good chunk of leftovers so you definitely get your money's worth. The service was also attentive despite how busy they were on that Friday night. The garlic is definitely strong though so be ready for that!

    Boiled Potato
    Kait W.

    If you're looking for a Seafood Boil in Denver, THIS IS THE ONE! I say this emphatically because it was *that good*! Not a single mark missed on quality of service, experience, interior design or taste! Plus, based on my research for options, this is the best price point you can find in this category, with their most affordable boil option being just shy of $35. I ordered the Boil combo 3, which came with crab, shrimp, sausage, and the fixin's. We also ordered the fried oysters and hush puppies to start. Fair warning, portions are massive so you truly don't need appetizers if you get the combos, but we couldn't resist! As a coastal transplant, the crab and shrimp tasted fresh and were cooked perfectly. Plus, slathered in that house blend sauce, I'll be dreaming of this experience. I'll definitely be back to try their a la carte menu, especially the blue crab option!!

    Fried Calamari
    Evan M.

    I've been to a handful of seafood boil places, mostly ones in Lakewood, and I never left impressed. I came here on a whim and I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. Three of us split two boils and it was more than enough food for us. For sauces we picked Cajun and Garlic Butter. All of my family love garlic, so we are definitely not going to complain about how garlicky both were. To our pallets, it was the perfect amount of garlic and spices. The seafood was really tasty, and the corn and potatoes served along side of them were cooked perfectly and absorbed the delicious sauces wonderfully. The service was attentive and friendly. I highly recommend and will be returning and as often as my wallet allows since it is a bit pricey.

    Ryan G.

    Ooooweee!!! Felt like I was back in Louisiana. The flavor in the boil was on point ! I can be a bit skeptical on seafood in a landlocked state like Colorado but their seafood was fresh! Service was on point ! Solid environment. I ordered the combo #4 boil with sausage included

    Crawfish Spicy 2lbs. Corn  Potatoes and hard boiled eggs
    Rich B.

    I was visiting for work and had a craving for seafood while catching the NBA playoffs. Before arriving, I found two spots near the downtown area that looked promising. I called both, and each assured me they had fresh crawfish. Admittedly, I was skeptical--after all, we're in the mountains and a mile above sea level. Still, their proximity and promise were enough to win me over. When I called CSCS, a young woman answered and confirmed they offered both fresh and frozen crawfish. Upon arrival, the atmosphere was inviting. The bar is well-stocked and spacious, and Game 6 was on--so far, so good. Located on a busy street, I didn't spot much parking, though I imagine options are nearby. There's plenty of bar seating and numerous tables, making it a great place for groups or casual get-togethers. As it turns out, the crawfish were frozen, not fresh, but I love crawfish enough to stick with it. I ordered 2 pounds--spicy--with corn, potatoes, and hard-boiled eggs, all tossed in their house blend sauce. The flavor was bold and garlicky--if you're a garlic lover, you'll be right at home. If you're planning to kiss someone afterward, maybe hold off. Even vampires would keep their distance! All jokes aside, the sauce was genuinely tasty. I personally prefer a bit more heat, but it was still flavorful and satisfying. Service from the young women working on the night of 5/15 was excellent--friendly, attentive, and quick. I washed it all down with a whiskey and a beer. Drinks are reasonably priced, which is always a plus. Overall, it was a good experience. If you're in the area, stop by and support local--that's exactly why I chose to eat here. I'm just holding back a higher rating due to the confusion about the crawfish being fresh. Transparency matters.

    Great Service and Flavors. Food came quicker than I expected. Will definitely come back

    Elaine R.

    I love a good seafood boil but this has got to be the best place I've ever been to! The staff were so nice and helpful and the overall vibe of the restaurant was so inviting. This place is definitely going into my monthly rotation of places to visit. Very high quality seafood and definitely on the more affordable side as well. Left incredibly satisfied after. You have to check it out! It's a great date night spot too if you're not afraid to get a little messy :)

    Party of 2
    Mattie G.

    Literally the best seafood boil in Denver, from the service, to the quality! The restaurant was very clean, and everyone was very very friendly. Not only were the flavors perfection but everything was cooked to perfection the shrimp? Slipped out of the shell the crab? Slipped out of the shell. The top of the crab was cleaned out so all of the meat was eatable. 10/10 could not reccomed more.

    Family platter and combo 2
    Cindy S.

    Found this place just looking for a place to eat for my birthday. The food was great. The flavor was perfect! And the food was not over cooked and spice was perfect. The service was great had a party of 8 had to wait a bit for a big party since the place isn't big waitress was nice and order came out. Great display was busy but not crazy since there were only so much seating definitely going again!

    Crab, shrimp and crawfish boil combo
    Danielle H.

    I ordered through Yelp/Doordash and it did not disappoint. The food was ready by the time I got there it was all ready and you pay through the app, so it was super quick and convenient. I loved the fact they had so many different options that you could choose from, some even having three combos. My personal favorite being the crab legs, crawfish and shrimp. If I wasn't eating alone have totally preferred to eat in the restaurant, they have big bay windows to keep things from getting smelly and hot plus the decor was so fun. I will definitely come back again; everything was delicious and cooked to perfection. Only thing I wish they would have included in the to go order would be lemons, gloves and a bib. Overall, 4/5 stars. Hoping to make it a full 5 stars after I eat in the restaurant and get the full experience.

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    The service is great and the boil is amazing. Will come again for the good food ands ambiance.

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    Phenomenal!! The flavors are incredible. Such a good quality for your dollar when it comes to seafood.

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    Definitely a find in Denver. Great spices, solid quality seafood, cheap prices and good service. Will definitely be back!

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    My mother really enjoys eating here when she comes to visit but each time is 50/50 when it comes to…read moreservice and food. I'm 8 months pregnant so I currently can't eat seafood and opted for the Chicken tenderloin salad, to also share with my toddler. It didn't say it was spicy but every dish we ordered was heavy on the pepper - salad, red beans and rice, and grits. We went during weekday lunch time, and while it wasn't very busy we still wait almost 45 minutes before we received our dishes or appetizers. When they came out, the waiter let us know it was because the red beans and rice needed to be made fresh. But he still could have brought everything else out? We asked him for a kids water cup too and he just brought us an empty cup.

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    I was visiting The area and staying at a hotel in the neighborhood, and i thought I would give this…read moreplace a try. I guess I was expecting a bit more than what I got. I had requested a garlic flavoring with a mild touch. I have to say I was very disappointed to get scallops with no flavor enhancements, say with like some old bay. The sauce was very bland and even the garlic butter had no flavor at all. Everything is sold by the pound with a very limited menu. I got the scallops with a side of 3 red potatoes with no flavorings. As if this was not already a sub par meal, the waitstaff were extremely slow and seemed to be in no rush to wait on me. $45.00 including tip ( I'm not a bad sport) For a lack luster attempt at Cajun cuisine. I would not recommend this restaurant.

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