I was craving a good fish and shrimp plate and ended up finding Crabby Cali's. I'm glad I stopped by because this place definitely did not disappoint. They have a few seats inside near the windows if you want to eat there, and the atmosphere was great. They had some old-school 90s and 2000s R&B playing, which immediately set the tone for me. I believe I was talking to the owner while I was there, and one thing that stood out was how he greeted everyone with a smile. I don't take customer service like that for granted. You could tell he genuinely enjoys what he does, and that made the experience even better. As for the food, everything was very well seasoned and flavorful. I ordered the fish and shrimp basket, and it was exactly what I was looking for. I also tried the wings, and those were good as well. Honestly, I don't have any complaints about the meal. They don't have any specialty house-made drinks, just your standard Pepsi and Coca-Cola products, but that wasn't a big deal to me because the food was the star of the show. Overall, this was a great experience. If I'm back in Virginia Beach, I'll definitely be stopping by again to try some of the other items on the menu. This is a spot I'd recommend if you're looking for good seafood and good people. read more

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I had the pleasure of meeting the owner of Crabby Cali Seafood and he is truly a genuine down-to-earth person. Finding out that he's a military veteran was a big plus for me and definitely added to the experience. The restaurant itself is small and cozy with seating for about seven people which gives it a welcoming personal feel. As soon as you walk in you're greeted warmly and made to feel right at home. I ordered the Crabby Cali Cake combo sandwich and it was delicious. You can tell care goes into the food the homemade sauce really brought everything together and made the sandwich stand out. Simple flavorful and satisfying. If you're looking for a friendly atmosphere and quality seafood with a personal touch this spot is worth checking out. read more

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Wednesday 8/14/2024 I came across this spot in the comment section of a tiktok and I'm glad I did. I made a takeout order through DoorDash for wings (bbq) & shrimp (hot honey) with seafood Mac $25 and the fried fish sandwich combo with crabby fries $19. - The bbq wings were good but the shrimp was a bit better. As a rating I'd give it a solid 8.3/10. - The hot honey shrimp was very good and as a rating it would get an 8.5/10. My only nitpick is that it would've been alot better if they had tossed the shrimp in the hot honey sauce like they did for the bbq wings. - The Seafood Mac was a miss for me: it was cheesy but lacks flavor and the only seafood you get is the few peices of shrimp. - The fried fish sandwich looked amazing and tasted even better. The sandwich was tasty & flavorful and the sauce was a great addition. - The crabby fries come with lump crab meat and a cheese sauce under the meat layer. This is a cool combination but definitely needs better execution: the fries didn't seem very fresh or seasoned, the cheese sauce could've been spread out more, but the lump crab meat was fine. Despite the sides being underwhelming, crabby calis was HIT for me and is definitely a spot I'd come back for and recommend (especially for that fish sanwich & hot honey shrimp). The main dishes are done very well but the sides definitely need some more work and attention. read more

Finally got a chance to try out Crabby Cali's. There are some tables and chairs but the restaurant looks more like a to-go place. The service was fast and the cashier was chill. The prices are high but considering their items are mostly seafood and inflation, it's reasonable. I'm not a big eater so I couldn't finish one full meal anyway. I ordered their weekend special (today is Friday), shrimp fried rice for $15 with +$4 lump crab meat, and I'm not disappointed. The amount of crab meat is generous, the shrimp are huge and fresh, and the rice has a hint of creole seasoning with a kick from the sauce that was drizzled on top. I'm a huge seafood lover, can't wait to come back and try other dishes! read more

Crabby Cali’s - Weekend special, shrimp fried rice/ add crab meat for $4 - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Crabby Cali's has good food. I love the crab cakes. I wish they still had the crab balls. The service is pretty fast and the ambiance is appropriate for a take out restaurant. I wish they had better hours. read more

My favorite is the fish and shrimp with the crabby fries. The food is always well seasoned and does not dissappoint. Its a place I would recommend. read more

The food is so good here. Full of flavor and always served nice and fresh and hot. The service when you order is quick and friendly. The owner is generally there and comes out and speaks and ask how I'm doing. 10/10 highly recommend read more

Crabby Cali’s - Seafood Mac n cheese - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

One word: DELICIOUS!! The food was delicious. I got the fried shrimp tacos with crabby fries and I was not disappointed. The food was made to order and the presentation was everything. Service was great. I definitely felt welcomed. There are some high top tables in lobby to eat at. I will be coming back!! read more

Crabby Cali’s - Fried Shrimp Tacos and Crabby Fries - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

They started off strong years ago. But they never have the crab dip. I don't care what time of the day it is. Someone needs to learn how to manage their inventory. read more

Crabby Cali’s - Crab dip & fried pita chips - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

OMGGGGGGG !!!!! This place was nothing short of amazing. I'm always skeptical getting crab fries but I said let me give it a shot. Mannnnnn!!! It was real crab meat. Not imitation. The cheese sauce on the fries was really good and seasoned. A bit pricey but truly worth every penny. I also like there's old bay available for extra seasoning. The customer service was top tier. The cashier answered all questions and was sure we'd enjoy our food. read more

Crabby Cali’s - Hot Honey Wings & Shrimp with Crabby Fries - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

When I sayI enjoyed this! The mac had a great cheese pull and nice size shrimp. Everything was seasoned well and fresh! I definitely will be returnin read more

Crabby Cali’s - Fish and shrimp combo Crab mac and cheese - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I'm on the fence about this one guys. So over all the shrimp were huge and fried really well. Chicken was well seasoned and fried nicely however the crabby fries were a huge disappointment. It tasted like just a can of crab opened and dumped on top with a drizzle of bland cheese and I REALLY wanted to like these but just couldn't. The huspuppues were also not on the online menu to order but a bit pricey for their size. Overall I'd go again for the shrimp alone but pass on the fries. read more

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"I'm going going, back back, to Cali Cali (going back to Cali)!" - Biggie Crabby Cali's is a black owned fast food restaurant in the #757 specializing in deep fried seafood. "It was all a dream, I used to read Word Up! magazine" - Biggie This young couple started out with a local food truck and then secured a brick and mortar location. read more

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Great food, place, and location.. Order ahead, picked up food, tapped to pay, and back home to enjoy my goods. I'm very picky about seafood due to me being raised in New England, and this place passed the quality test. read more

Crabby Cali’s - Shrimp and Lemon Pepper wing combo with crabby fries. 10/2023. - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Found a new place to eat near where I live , it's called Crabby Calis Seafood ( it's been there for a minute I'm just now discovering it ) . Picked up Chicken Wing and shrimp combos . ( hubby and I wanted the same thing ) I got my wings tossed in mango habanero and my husband got his in buffalo.. we also got a side of fried whiting ... everything was really good including the service . They take pride in their food and I will definitely be going back... read more

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I ordered their wings and shrimp combo after reading all their rave reviews and people saying "OMG!". I requested the wings traditional Buffalo Style and because I couldn't find any option to add a side of cocktail sauce, I instead had my shrimp with the Hot Honey sauce. First, their shrimp are HUGE. The wings were perfectly cooked. Crispy, but juicy! There's so much food also! Didn't even try the fries, have to admit. But the reviews are REAL. Great food, surplus quantity, served or delivered hot and fresh and a great deal for your dollar! read more

This is a nice grab and go seafood spot. There are a few seats if you do decide to sit down and eat. Very casual in there, the food was amazing, wings were crispy, I was surprised how good the crabby fries were. Definitely a must if you come here. read more

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Sitting in a barbershop in the area and heard a few people talking about this place. They were saying that it is extremely good but a tad bit pricey. Decided to give this place a try. Asked the guy at the register what was the most popular item and he said everything. I laughed and he was like no seriously. Went with chicken wings and the sandwich with fish/shrimp/oysters with crabby fries. I will say they put a lot of crab on the fries. My sandwich was very good. My gf loved the wings. - - - Returned and got the shrimp po boy and crabby fries. Again, the fries had a healthy about about crab. My po boy was mostly bread and the shrimp seemed smaller than they were on the previously sandwich I ordered. I would say it's pricey but they give a decent amount of food for the most part. read more

Crabby Cali’s - Shrimp po boy - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Crabby Cali, and I am thrilled to share my outstanding experience with fellow seafood enthusiasts. From the moment I walked in, the inviting aroma of fresh seafood set the stage for what turned out to be an unforgettable culinary journey. Food is always fresh and tasty. Dynamite service. read more

This place is always on point. It's f your looking g for good fish and shrimp, this is the spot you want. Good people and good food.

I tried Crabby Cali's for the first time yesterday. It was so good! The establishment was clean. With the pandemic going on, they take your order then you go out and wait by your car and they will bring it out. The food was so fresh and piping hot. I ordered the fried oysters with crabby fries. The fries were out of this world! They are not skimpy with the crab meat. My friends got the fried shrimp which they loved as well. There was a little bit of a wait. Apparently this is a favorite for the locals in that area. It was well worth it. read more

Crabby Cali’s - Fried Oysters with Crab Fries - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

They give you a lot of food here which will you fill you up quick. The taste isn't much tho; not bad but it's nothing amazing. I saw a lot of people hitting this spot up tho, so they're doing something right. Check it out! read more

The homie brought us to this place, and I got the crabcake and shrimp platter! Owner was kind enough to let us eat inside, but when I was driving home, "the itis" was real and knocked out on the couch when I got home! Will definitely get the seafood platter next time and try the fried oysters. read more

A MUST GO! MUST EAT! MUST RETURN! This place is the HANDS DOWN SPOT! WHO PUTS A PILE OF LUMP CRAB ONTOP OF DELICIOUS OLD BAY SEASONED FRENCH FRIES??? And then SMOTHERS them in QUESO. Only Crabby Cali's that's who. This is the description of the Crabby Fries by the way- buy them! I also got the crab ball po'boy. Crab balls that were 99% crab meat with just enough breading to hold it together. Moist, flavored plentiful and drizzled with "Cali Sauce", their signature sauce. I tried for ten minutes to figure out what was in and never did but i would buy it and put it on everything. I ALSO bought a shrimp po boy to take home. This food is special and you need to make a trip to come and get it and do it soon. You'll probably see me there. Logistics: small storefront in a strip mall, plentiful parking, three tables for eat-in diners. There was non stop patronage from start to finish with folks coming in for to go orders without end. read more

Crabby Cali’s - CRABBY FRIES old bay seasoned fries covered in lump crab meat and queso cheese - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Very expensive, but a decent portion. I know it's seafood but these fries alone were around $15. The crab had a odd taste and left water at the bottom of my box (maybe it was just this day, because I had heard good things before but about their food truck and I ordered these at the restaurant. If I happened to catch the food truck out and about I may try it again. read more

Crabby Cali’s - Crabby Fries - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Today was only my 2nd visit and I decided to try the seafood fried rice. Oh my God it was so delicious!! The portion size they gave me was enough for 2 people and I lost count of how many shrimp were in the dish. The young man working the cash register was very nice to me and has excellent customer service.. Crossing my fingers that they will change their mind and offer call ahead service soon. read more

Crabby Cali’s - Seafood fried rice - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Food was good, friendly service from what I believe was the owner. Definitely recommend this in the cut spot.

The food is excellent he established his clientele when he had the food truck. Location is accessible not hard to find.

Tried this place out and it was so good! The Shrimp Tacos were so fresh and tasted great. The Sea food Mac was good as well! My food came out within about 15 minutes which was awesome! I will def be a returning customer! read more

Crabby Cali’s - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Amazing food! Love love ! The fish & shrimp are seasoned to perfection and well portioned.

The food and service were outstanding. After following Crabby Cali on IG for months, we finally got the chance to try their food. We ordered the crab dip. It's a huge portion on creamy, crab packed deliciousness. It was served warm with lots of toasty pita rounds. At $12, it was bigger than any crab dip we've had at a restaurant. My entree was the shrimp trio. So many shrimp for $15! You have your choice of three sauces. I chose the crabby sauce was is similar to a bang bang shrimp flavor, teriyaki, and sweet chili. Nice medium shrimp with a little crunchy batter and drizzled with sauce. We also got the crab cake combo. The crab cake was large and had very little filler. I can't wait to try their other offerings. read more

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The food has always been on point. I love getting the fried shrimp and getting the seafood mac and cheese as my side. You can't beat it

We found the food truck in the Sam's Club parking lot off of Battlefield Blvd. The service was good. The seafood coating was tasty, but the shrimp were not deveined. We enjoyed our food outside of that. I would try them again while getting something different next time. read more

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Best seafood in the beach. Quick and friendly service! Family owned business. Can't beat it!

Can't get crab cakes where I live now, and I was in the mood for a crab cake sandwich to take out. As a Chesapeake Bay girl, I found the crab cake sandwich to be surprisingly good for a take out restaurant. Wait was not too long and counter staff were polite and efficient. read more

I was in the mood for something different. Tried this place out and i wasn't disappointed! Me and my buddy got the chicken sandwich and a side a fry's. It was amazing! The fry's were hot. Sandwich was flavorful . And the sauce that was on it was delicious. You can't go wrong with Cali's. I will be making my way through the menu! read more

Wow stopped here my first time in Virginia Beach and the food was amazing. I got the fish sando and there was so much crispy fish on it. My fiance got the shrimp and it was cooked perfectly. I really want to go back to try the crab dip. 10/10 would recommend! read more

This was my first time visiting this restaurant and I'm so glad I did. I had the crab cake and shrimp platter with seafood mac and cheese, everything was delicious!!!! read more

Crabby Cali’s - Crab cake and shrimp platter with seafood mac and cheese. DELICIOUS!!! - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I love seafood so I'm very particular about seafood dishes. I looked this up on yelp and the reviews seemed to be pretty decent so I decided to try. You have your regular walk in order your food at the counter type spot. Service was fair enough nothing really over the top. I ordered the seafood mac and the seafood fried rice both were nothing really special or over the top. It wasn't really enough seafood in the mix to say "seafood" but hey to each it's own. The Mac was rich and decent and the rice was "busy" a lot of stuff and flavors. Like I mentioned earlier I'm a seafood snob so I tasted better. All in all it was decent. Enjoy read more

Tried Crabby Cali's for the first time yesterday and it did not disappoint. The amount of crab meat on the crabby fries is insane, especially for the price. Only thing with the fries is that I wish they were crispier, they tasted a little underdone. The seafood mac is rich and delicious. Usually I'm not a big fan of shrimp po boys but the sauce that they coat their shrimp in is delicious. Can't wait to try their crab cake sandwich when I go back! read more

Crabby Cali’s - Seafood Mac, crabby fries and shrimp po boy - Seafood Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia