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I wanted to love this place but I left confused... 2 stars because the Cajun fries were good. Waited 10 min to get a table, 10min to get our order taken since apparently there was only one waitress for the whole place and a cashier and the place was at her 90%. I got a pound of shrimp (pretty disappointed since I wasn't able to order just a 1/2 pound idk why but ok) with the combo (corn, sausage and potato) and some boiled eggs with the house special sauce mild. Tell me why my sauce is sweet and with a weird consistency? it ruined the whole meal, not garlic tasted, no flavor other then sweet like those sweet and salty popcorns you get at the fair. I have to flag my waiter in order to get the check because she forgot about us, stand up to the bar to get a refill and do you want a bag to go? Stand up and grab it yourself from the counter. Where's the costumer service? $120 after for 3 people (2 pounds of shrimp and 0 alcohol beverages) we left disappointed and with a weird after taste I don't know how this place was packed.
I only went here for the Taste of Barrio Logan event but the service was quick, the wall murals were cool and the restaurant was very clean, and the fried shrimp popper thing was awesome! I would go back for sure.
It was my friends and I first time here. We were seated near the window with the sun shining brightly on us. When we asked if the shades could be pulled down we were told it was broken and the other tables were already reserved... ok. When ordering we asked how spicy the levels are in comparison to like Thai/Lao spice (since those cuisine are spicier) but the waiter was unfamiliar and could only compare to Dave's hot chicken and he said that Dave's was spicier. So we got extra spicy and yeah it wasn't spicy but the house special sauce was good. Crab was fresh and the shrimp was huge. Potatoes were nice and soft, and we enjoyed the sausage and corn.
Came here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. Ordered 2lbs snow crab & 1lb headless shrimp with house seasoning at medium spice. We also got a bowl of clam chowder and a plate of garlic noodles. I loved that I didn't have to peel shrimp! The seafood was delicious not overly cooked. The chowder was a tiny bland but the noodles delivered every bit of it's garlicky promise! The sauce was good, not the best but solid. I do prefer Boiling Crab's whole shebang sauce. I think its missing lemon pepper. Lunch totaled 122.00 but we had enough left overs for dinner.
You can find free parking in the big lot on the far right. I do have to take off a star because the young guy that looked like he worked there, didn't acknowledge us. I would have been fine if he just sat us down and gave us the menus, but he didn't. I thought about leaving to be honest. One of the older women sat us. We got the combo B and that was more than enough for us. Yes we did finish the whole thing. The price for combo B is $100. You get crawfish, shrimp, mussels, clams, snow crab, potatoes, sausage, and corn. The size of the seafood is already bigger than the one in Illinois. We had the Cajun house special sauce. The service from the older women was fantastic. The seafood was delectable and I truly got my money's worth.
Yes we found a great Seafood Boil place in the South part of San Diego. As we live in the SouthBay it was hard to find a good one near by & we went to many. We always had to drive far & up north for a good one but not anymore because we found Crab City & my whole family loves it! First I got to talk about our waitress we had 2 times her name is Liz I belive, a young Asian girl, very polite, helpful, fast & very attentive. She is the reason I went up to 5 stars I was at a good solid 4 stars but her customer service & the rest of the staff push it to 5 stars & it's well earned. Also it's very clean inside & out, it can be a bit warm during the afternoon but they have good fans & little ones for your table if needed which is cool. Now let's talk about the food, AMAZING! Honestly the best Seafood Boil I've had, true story. The flavor is great if you get it spicy or not & I recommend get the shrimp with no head it's easier to eat & don't bring a white shirt you might get dirty as you should if you eat fast like me. Love the muscles, shrimp, crab leg, sausage & potatoes, potatoes come cut in half's, I cut those in half too before you shake the bag so there's more, they are pretty big. And don't sleep on their Cajan fries they're very good, also love their catfish it's mouth watering. Been here 3 times & the whole fam loves it, my daughters even come without us with their boyfriends. We live in Chula Vista & go out our way to come here & will continue to come. They have us as loyal customers for sure, keep up the great work Crab City & see you soon! :)
Lunch turns out is just as great as dinner. There are two lunch specials offered. Liz, recommended that I try their Fancy lunch. Oh my, oh my! Fancy lunch was next level as it comes with a lobster tail. I mixed mine up a bit with shrimp and green mussels. Both specials come with a drink, rice or garlic bread included. This place is addictive and clean. The flavor and service are consistent and great. It's safe to say I will be back
First time visiting. I got the lunch special with crawfish, spicy. It was a generous portion for the price, and I enjoyed the cajun sauce. I took a star off because my friend got some hard-boiled eggs on the side and one of the halves was bad. She had to spit it out, and it took a few minutes for her stomach to settle. I let the restaurant know, and they offered to replace the egg for her, but after the bad egg, she lost her appetite and didn't want to take the chance. They didn't remove the eggs from the bill which I think was in poor taste. I'd be willing to return again but wouldn't trust the eggs. Other than that, the staff did a great job at making sure we were taken care of.
This was my first time having a seafood boil, and wow what an introduction! I had the shrimp, snow crab legs, and mussels with a mild Cajun sauce, plus a side of lemon, salt, pepper, and butter. It came out hot, juicy, and fresh. The portion was huge. I could barely finish it but every bite was flavorful and satisfying. The service was just right: friendly, helpful, and attentive without being overbearing. They checked on me multiple times and made sure I had everything I needed. Now let's talk about cleanliness....immaculate. From the front door to the bathroom (which, yes, was so clean you could eat in there--though I wouldn't), everything was spotless. That matters when you're cracking crabs with gloves and a bib, and your table's covered in a white paper sheet. They've got it down to a science. I've had some great meals during my San Diego visit, but this spot ranks near the top. If you're in Barrio Logan and craving seafood, don't miss this gem!
The best in San Diego! Hands down!! We have been on the hunt and tried over 6 "recommended" places in San Diego from other foodies and this crab boil has the best: * consistency every time we go * flavor (levels are all legit) * has the best sausage * garlic butter (kid option is a must / balanced flavor) * fast and FRESH * their ratios to corn, potatoes, sausage is * FAIR pricing for what you get * cleanliness of the location * friendly staff
Ordered 1 lb of crawfish and 1 lb of shrimp. I was hoping it would be separate as I wanted crawfish and my husband wanted shrimp, however it came in a bag. No big deal we just separated it. The shrimp were definitely jumbo sized, and we got about 10 pieces for 1 lb order. A bit overcooked and made it hard to peel. Crawfish was really disappointing, they were not fresh and probably either dead or dying. They were gray, tasted weird and we were not fans. Sausage were cut to a decent side. The house sauce is okay, nothing amazing or spectacular. Definitely better options around.
Okay, my search for the best San Diego seafood boil has officially ended after trying crab city. This is actually my go-to place from now on when it's my bf and I's monthly seafood boil date. Growing up in Orange County, I've been spoiled with bomb seafood boil places like kicking crab. When I moved to San Diego, I found it hard to find anywhere that was comparable... until now. Crab city is located below an apartment? and near a lot of other restaurants so there was plentiful of parking! We came around 7pm and didn't have to wait :) My bf and I ordered the spicy combo A in Cajun house special sauce which comes with a lb each of crawfish, shrimp, clams, and mussels. Surprisingly, we also found corn, potatoes and sausage in our dish!! We also ordered a side of Cajun fries and omg so good, it wasn't spicy but the dry Cajun seasoning somehow tastes different from what I'm used to but I'm definitely a fan! The sauce for the boil is THICKKK, just how we like it where there's chunks of garlic in it. Their sauce is so good, like I can't get over how perfect it is with the perfect balance of Cajun and garlic. Their 'spicy' had a kick but was still enjoyable! I'm definitely coming back once a month with my boyfriend and will be telling all my friends!
Reviews are largely positive. Diners highlight the friendly, attentive staff, fresh, flavorful seafood, and a clean, comfortable environment.
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29 days ago
Parking 4/5 -We parked for free in the plaza across the street, just a short walk, pretty convenient. Service 5/5 -Attentive and efficient staff, it was busy but we were seated and our food came out quickly. Food 5/5 -Combo A with two orders of white rice, I LOVED how fat and juicy their clams were, wow these were the meatiest clams I've had from a seafood boil place and they were super clean, no sand at all. Shrimp was really fresh because the meat was firm and not soggy at all, mussels and crawfish were also very solid. The quality of rice, sausage, potato, corn were all outstanding. I do wish there were more sauce to dip the seafood in. Ambiance 5/5 -Lighting was fun and very aquatic, this would be a fun place to come for family dinner or a celebration meal. Clean bathrooms and there's also a sink in the hallway for convenient hand washing. read more
2 months ago
2 months ago
I wanted to love this place but I left confused... 2 stars because the Cajun fries were good. Waited 10 min to get a table, 10min to get our order taken since apparently there was only one waitress for the whole place and a cashier and the place was at her 90%. I got a pound of shrimp (pretty disappointed since I wasn't able to order just a 1/2 pound idk why but ok) with the combo (corn, sausage and potato) and some boiled eggs with the house special sauce mild. Tell me why my sauce is sweet and with a weird consistency? it ruined the whole meal, not garlic tasted, no flavor other then sweet like those sweet and salty popcorns you get at the fair. I have to flag my waiter in order to get the check because she forgot about us, stand up to the bar to get a refill and do you want a bag to go? Stand up and grab it yourself from the counter. Where's the costumer service? $120 after for 3 people (2 pounds of shrimp and 0 alcohol beverages) we left disappointed and with a weird after taste I don't know how this place was packed. read more
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3 months ago
I only went here for the Taste of Barrio Logan event but the service was quick, the wall murals were cool and the restaurant was very clean, and the fried shrimp popper thing was awesome! I would go back for sure. read more
4 months ago
It was my friends and I first time here. We were seated near the window with the sun shining brightly on us. When we asked if the shades could be pulled down we were told it was broken and the other tables were already reserved... ok. When ordering we asked how spicy the levels are in comparison to like Thai/Lao spice (since those cuisine are spicier) but the waiter was unfamiliar and could only compare to Dave's hot chicken and he said that Dave's was spicier. So we got extra spicy and yeah it wasn't spicy but the house special sauce was good. Crab was fresh and the shrimp was huge. Potatoes were nice and soft, and we enjoyed the sausage and corn. read more
Came here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. Ordered 2lbs snow crab & 1lb headless shrimp with house seasoning at medium spice. We also got a bowl of clam chowder and a plate of garlic noodles. I loved that I didn't have to peel shrimp! The seafood was delicious not overly cooked. The chowder was a tiny bland but the noodles delivered every bit of it's garlicky promise! The sauce was good, not the best but solid. I do prefer Boiling Crab's whole shebang sauce. I think its missing lemon pepper. Lunch totaled 122.00 but we had enough left overs for dinner. read more
You can find free parking in the big lot on the far right. I do have to take off a star because the young guy that looked like he worked there, didn't acknowledge us. I would have been fine if he just sat us down and gave us the menus, but he didn't. I thought about leaving to be honest. One of the older women sat us. We got the combo B and that was more than enough for us. Yes we did finish the whole thing. The price for combo B is $100. You get crawfish, shrimp, mussels, clams, snow crab, potatoes, sausage, and corn. The size of the seafood is already bigger than the one in Illinois. We had the Cajun house special sauce. The service from the older women was fantastic. The seafood was delectable and I truly got my money's worth. read more
Yes we found a great Seafood Boil place in the South part of San Diego. As we live in the SouthBay it was hard to find a good one near by & we went to many. We always had to drive far & up north for a good one but not anymore because we found Crab City & my whole family loves it! First I got to talk about our waitress we had 2 times her name is Liz I belive, a young Asian girl, very polite, helpful, fast & very attentive. She is the reason I went up to 5 stars I was at a good solid 4 stars but her customer service & the rest of the staff push it to 5 stars & it's well earned. Also it's very clean inside & out, it can be a bit warm during the afternoon but they have good fans & little ones for your table if needed which is cool. Now let's talk about the food, AMAZING! Honestly the best Seafood Boil I've had, true story. The flavor is great if you get it spicy or not & I recommend get the shrimp with no head it's easier to eat & don't bring a white shirt you might get dirty as you should if you eat fast like me. Love the muscles, shrimp, crab leg, sausage & potatoes, potatoes come cut in half's, I cut those in half too before you shake the bag so there's more, they are pretty big. And don't sleep on their Cajan fries they're very good, also love their catfish it's mouth watering. Been here 3 times & the whole fam loves it, my daughters even come without us with their boyfriends. We live in Chula Vista & go out our way to come here & will continue to come. They have us as loyal customers for sure, keep up the great work Crab City & see you soon! :) read more
Lunch turns out is just as great as dinner. There are two lunch specials offered. Liz, recommended that I try their Fancy lunch. Oh my, oh my! Fancy lunch was next level as it comes with a lobster tail. I mixed mine up a bit with shrimp and green mussels. Both specials come with a drink, rice or garlic bread included. This place is addictive and clean. The flavor and service are consistent and great. It's safe to say I will be back read more
1 year ago
First time visiting. I got the lunch special with crawfish, spicy. It was a generous portion for the price, and I enjoyed the cajun sauce. I took a star off because my friend got some hard-boiled eggs on the side and one of the halves was bad. She had to spit it out, and it took a few minutes for her stomach to settle. I let the restaurant know, and they offered to replace the egg for her, but after the bad egg, she lost her appetite and didn't want to take the chance. They didn't remove the eggs from the bill which I think was in poor taste. I'd be willing to return again but wouldn't trust the eggs. Other than that, the staff did a great job at making sure we were taken care of. read more
23 days ago
1 year ago
This was my first time having a seafood boil, and wow what an introduction! I had the shrimp, snow crab legs, and mussels with a mild Cajun sauce, plus a side of lemon, salt, pepper, and butter. It came out hot, juicy, and fresh. The portion was huge. I could barely finish it but every bite was flavorful and satisfying. The service was just right: friendly, helpful, and attentive without being overbearing. They checked on me multiple times and made sure I had everything I needed. Now let's talk about cleanliness....immaculate. From the front door to the bathroom (which, yes, was so clean you could eat in there--though I wouldn't), everything was spotless. That matters when you're cracking crabs with gloves and a bib, and your table's covered in a white paper sheet. They've got it down to a science. I've had some great meals during my San Diego visit, but this spot ranks near the top. If you're in Barrio Logan and craving seafood, don't miss this gem! read more
8 months ago
The best in San Diego! Hands down!! We have been on the hunt and tried over 6 "recommended" places in San Diego from other foodies and this crab boil has the best: * consistency every time we go * flavor (levels are all legit) * has the best sausage * garlic butter (kid option is a must / balanced flavor) * fast and FRESH * their ratios to corn, potatoes, sausage is * FAIR pricing for what you get * cleanliness of the location * friendly staff read more
2 months ago
Big portions decent price very tasty garlic noodles 10 out of 10. Female servers were very polite and attentive. no long wait parking is either a hit or miss if you find it. read more
1 year ago
Ordered 1 lb of crawfish and 1 lb of shrimp. I was hoping it would be separate as I wanted crawfish and my husband wanted shrimp, however it came in a bag. No big deal we just separated it. The shrimp were definitely jumbo sized, and we got about 10 pieces for 1 lb order. A bit overcooked and made it hard to peel. Crawfish was really disappointing, they were not fresh and probably either dead or dying. They were gray, tasted weird and we were not fans. Sausage were cut to a decent side. The house sauce is okay, nothing amazing or spectacular. Definitely better options around. read more
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Thuhang L.
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1 year ago
Okay, my search for the best San Diego seafood boil has officially ended after trying crab city. This is actually my go-to place from now on when it's my bf and I's monthly seafood boil date. Growing up in Orange County, I've been spoiled with bomb seafood boil places like kicking crab. When I moved to San Diego, I found it hard to find anywhere that was comparable... until now. Crab city is located below an apartment? and near a lot of other restaurants so there was plentiful of parking! We came around 7pm and didn't have to wait :) My bf and I ordered the spicy combo A in Cajun house special sauce which comes with a lb each of crawfish, shrimp, clams, and mussels. Surprisingly, we also found corn, potatoes and sausage in our dish!! We also ordered a side of Cajun fries and omg so good, it wasn't spicy but the dry Cajun seasoning somehow tastes different from what I'm used to but I'm definitely a fan! The sauce for the boil is THICKKK, just how we like it where there's chunks of garlic in it. Their sauce is so good, like I can't get over how perfect it is with the perfect balance of Cajun and garlic. Their 'spicy' had a kick but was still enjoyable! I'm definitely coming back once a month with my boyfriend and will be telling all my friends! read more
4 months ago
It was my first time here and I absolutely loved it! I came late night around 830pm and they close at 9. They didn't rush me to order and were so nice about me coming in 30 mins to closing. It was super spacious and very clean inside. Parking was easy on a weds night. It was $90 for combo A and added a half pound of shrimp. They actually don't do half pounds here but since it was just me and my friend they said they would make an exception! We spent $90 and $10 for tip. It's expensive but so worth it! read more
3 months ago
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1 year ago
I absolutely love this place. The flavor is amazing just the right spice for me. I always get mild house special. The seafood is always fresh and hot. Adding on to the amazing taste, I have to mention the beyond amazing customer service. My family and I have been coming here for the last 3 years. Let me start with Sandra, she is so knowledgeable of the menu and always suggests the best dishes. Always greets us with a smile and is in point refilling our drinks. Lluvia is also very kind and attentive to our needs. Always friendly and approachable. She definitely makes us feel appreciated and welcome. Last but not lease, Liz is always nice and remembers our preference even when I call on the phone she recognize my voice and always remember my favorite dish. And when we dine in she's always happy to see us. Overall, this place is amazing! Fantastic food and excellent customer service. read more
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Thuhang L.
Thank you so much for your very nice compliment and support to our…
7 months ago
We came here on Saturday March 14, 2026 to celebrate my nephew's 12th birthday and he wanted CRAB! It was our first time, but had a recommendation from family members. Upon entering the establishment we were greeted by Liz. Very warm, polite and welcoming. We order (2) crab, shrimp (headless) boil along with an order of calamari, wing and fries. It was too much for us to eat and the portions are generous. The crab boil we had was spicy and garlicky the sauce is very tasty. The calamari, wings are fried in a light batter that's not greasy at all. Reminds me of how my Mom would fry here chicken-delicious. Liz was our server and she is very nice and kept checking with us to make sure we had all we needed. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good quality food! Thank you for the great service & food. Karen & Denise read more
5 months ago
I always order via Grubhub from here a few times already. I've never dined in. I like their seafood combo A it's pretty inexpensive and I like their seasonings. Their crawfish are huge and they have forgotten clams in my combo before and didn't notify me if they were all out. I get all the above for sauces cajun house special and usually get either spicy or very spicy when I'm needing that kick. Their sauce could be thicker but it's pretty good it's not salty or sweet. I do wish they included bibs, gloves, and even lemon and salt and pepper when you do takeout though because it'd be a helpful touch. I've requested it many times but have been ignored all those items every time. read more
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Thuhang L.
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2 months ago
1 year ago
Food was amazing. After some indecisiveness on the menu Luvia was patient and helped us with every step of our order. The value was great and they have the fattest shrimp and raw oyster we've ever seen and we travel everywhere. 10/10 would go again I'm coming back for the snow crabs read more
9 months ago
Best place to grab a drink, ask for Luvia to make you a michelada. Never fails, always amazing. Greetings before opening the door, smiling staff, a great atmosphere. I have been coming here since they opened. Love the staff from the kitchen to the front (Richard,Sandra, Luvia). The owner really has a great crew. read more
1 year ago
Amazing customer service by Crab City Barrio Logan. Our server was Liz who was very helpful and acccomodating.. We were a party of 9. We made reservations ahead of time. 30 min before, we confimed our reservation and placed our order. Our table and food were ready when we arrived. Food was excellente! Everyone raved about their cajun house sauce. Combo D (5lbs of king crab legs, shrimp, mussels, clams) - mild, cajun house sauce, extra sausage, corn & potatoes, and bowl of rice were perfect for 9 gals lol. Our tummies were filled and extremely satisfied. Thank you Crab City!! ~ Lu read more
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Food is amazing if you're willing to wait! Service was really slow since they're so busy but everyone was really kind towards us House sauce is 10/10 , we got extra spicy and it was the perfect kick Seafood was 9/10 Wait time and overall slow service 4/10 Staff were kind and apologetic because of the wait read more
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5 months ago
Lubia was so so so nice. She helped us out a lot since it was our first time. 10/10 customer service and 10/10 food. Definitely coming back and definitely recommend!! read more
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8 months ago
Went on a busy day valentines and honestly seafood boil was good! All the spices for the sauce and spicy really good, michelada was super good worth the price. read more
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