We had a great time at the Crabster. We expected great seafood being on the Yucatan and they delivered. Beers were cheap/free, mangonada was tasty, the gobernador tacos were fantastically cooked, and the octopus stole the whole show. The service was very attentive and the ambiance is great, because you're on a beach. How could you beat that? Just at the end of the cruise pier, it's not super easy to get to because you have to take a bus/taxi back and forth, but it's not too far. Pro tip, don't uber back to the port, they won't let you. read more

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We took an hour bus ride to go the 25 miles from Mérida to the coastal town of Progresso. In many ways a very typical beach town but a nice Mexican influence. There are many places to sit along the water, get a massage or enjoy a nice cocktail watching the waves roll in. We had a very nice lunch at Crabster Seafood with great quacomole, tacos and hamburgers. It's a large open air modern restaurant with a pleasant atmosphere and friendly servers. read more

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Great tacos : Don Cuco - shrimp tacos are my favorite tacos ever, so flavorful with homemade corn tortillas, avocado, shrimp, queso, cilantro read more

Crabster - Shrimp tacos with avocado, queso, great flavor - Seafood Near Me - Progreso, YUC

This restaurant offers a beachfront view with an atmosphere reminiscent of a cruise dinner--where guests range from dressed-up to casual beach attire. We visited for lunch and ordered drinks, ceviche, a cocktail, and fish. I had the agua chaya con piña, which was refreshing. The ceviche mixto was decent, but didn't stand out from others we've had in California. The shrimp cocktail, with its sweet tomato sauce and crackers, was great and I label this as Mexican-style ceviche--definitely better than the American version. Each of us ordered a fish dish. I opted for the fish of the day, though the waiter couldn't tell us what type it was. It ended up being a generic white fish fillet, similar to something you'd find in the frozen section of a grocery store. My friends ordered fish based on weight--a fried fish and a seasoned fish but did not know the cost or portuon size. Both ended up being large whole fish, more than one serving each. We were disappointed the waiter didn't inform us about the portion sizes. The fried fish seemed to be refried and kind of dry, but the seasoned fish had good flavor. Overall, as a seafood place that might be considered higher-end, the food was just okay, though the presentation was impressive. read more

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Food was just ok, nothing to rave about. The atmosphere though... they have seating across the street on the beach! The breeze coming off the water was wonderful! Waiters were there when drinks got low, they made the experience! read more

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Service was terrible from the front desk person she was not pleasant at all. Our food took an hour to come and no one came over to check on us. This place is a joke. I can't not give a star so hence the 1. Definitely don't come here if you're on a time crunch. read more

My lovely bride and I were visiting Mérida, and we picked up a ride to Progreso to Crabster. We first walked along the beautiful beach for about an hour, collecting shells. Then we sat outside on the Crabster terrace for a wonderful lunch: guacamole, coconut shrimp, walnut pie with vanilla ice cream, and volcán de dulce de leche. We loved every dish. The service is prompt and friendly, and the beach view is outstanding. Highly recommended. read more

I always love going to Crabster in Progreso. It is the jewel on the Malecón. Stone crabs are my favorite. Breakfast is also excellent. The service is professional and looking at the Gulf of MEXICO makes the ambience good . I return often. read more

I'm giving this place three stars the food was really good. Unfortunately the service was slow and bad. We came on a non-holiday Sunday. The restaurant was busy with a lot of big parties and it definitely felt like we were low priority on their list of taking care of us. The restrooms were decent. It had toilet paper, unfortunately it was like an open air situation, so there was no AC when you were trying to pee and they were a lot of mosquitoes there other than that I might go back again. They had plenty of parking in valet. read more

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Enjoyed this nice restaurant in Progresso Mexico ( near Merida). Plenty of fish and other dishes on the menu The windows are open to the beach and board walk area. There was a bit of an annoying guitar player with. Speaker walking back and forth but I digress from the food.. The chips and crackers were fair not any better than a grocery store bag. However the main courses were terrific! All tasty and delicious.. especially the Tuna dishes....Tacos and tuna tartare wrapped up in cucumber.... delicious! The coconut shrimp was good but a bit overdone The cocktails of margaritas and and mojitos were good both not too sweet...so they bring the glass and base ingredients and then pour the alcohol in the drink at your table from pre-poured shot glasses.... though it was a bit odd the pouring of shots of tequila or other alcohol in your drink/glass at the table... I felt ok..not a bit of a mental change or relaxation .... So there is a slight question of whether it was real alcohol or watered down alcohol.... As the other members of my party had similar thoughts.... Overall the food was very good The menu was in Spanish or English and the waiters spoke enough English that you were comfortable. I would absolutely go back ... read more

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If you are hungry, make sure you pack plenty of patience. Service is slow and waiters will fail to inform you if an item on the menu is not available until they are ready to take your order which is usually about 15 minutes. Waiters can be disrespectful toward women by only asking men if everything is ok or if they need anything. Food quality is excellent which would have gotten 5 stars read more

Crabster - Fried eggs - Seafood Near Me - Progreso, YUC

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Spending a week in Meridia,Yucatan took a day trip to Progresso to spend a day on the beach, Diana was craving Lobster so we gave it a go. Meal started with Guacamole which was remarkably bold and rich compared to what we're used too these Avocados are just different in the best way. Diana had Lobster tacos, I went the grilled Pichana one of our better meals here. Merida is known for its pork dishes and cuisine I needed some Beef it was cooked medium rare seared perfect and seasoned lightly with Salt & Pepper sheesh how good is that each bite was pure bliss and oh how I savored each bite and chew, I just loved a good slice of beef served with roasted potatoes, steamed asparagus with mixed veggies these guys nailed it. Diana went through her Lobster tacos her words too me were " that was amazing" I've rarely witness seeing her clear a plate she left nothing behind easily the most I've seen her put away. The service was good but slow thus the 1 star deduction its the coast they operate on different time than us city folk. If your ever in Merida or Progresso Yucatan this is a must do, they have locations in both. read more

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Good flavor and excellent service, we had sopa de mariscos (yummy) and fried octopus, my wife had the aguachile (a little spicy for her) she enjoyed though. We were on the air conditioned section, which was perfect after being on the beach for a couple hrs. read more

The service was excellent fast and friendly the location was great and the view was amazing the food looked great but was bland and average for the prices it was good but not great as I would expect for the price read more

Crabster - Crunchy shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Progreso, YUC

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Great location. Great food. Great ambiance. Very patient service! Couldn't ask for more. Ordered several dishes across our group of 5 and everything tasted perfect. A special note on the Pulpo a la Plancha was one of the best prepared I've had ever. Perfectly tender and delicious. Other notable dishes, Tuna Tartare and the Tacos de Cocu (Tacos Gubenador) were also awesome. Special shout on the killer spicy salsa (heat and sabor) and the awesome "healthy" chips they had - it wasn't all a carb and grease fest. Really great experience overlooking the Mexican Gulf. Que Lindo! read more

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Ok, this place is so underrated!!! We planned a day trip to Progreso and were looking for a nice seafood restaurant and stopped at another place were we had the worst food we've had since we've been here in Yucatan. So we left so unsatisfied and walked around the Malecón, visited the museum and were still craving some good seafood and decided to stop by at the Crabster after seeing all of the positive reviews on TripAdvisor. It was exactly what we were looking for! We ordered the Chichen tower, shrimp tacos, shaved oysters and even dessert! All of it was delicious. The service was superb!! I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Great location, service was good (a little slow in getting drinks from the bar) but the fried fish was worth it!!

Servicio medio lento. Rico pero creo un poco más caro de lo que es la Comida. Bonita vista a la playa. Turístico. Pedí los tacos de langosta con camarón y tenían demasiado queso. Grandes porciones read more

We were staying in a beach house like 15 miles away and couldn't find any thing that was open and wasn't scary to eat at in Telchac or Chicxulub. Made the trek into Progresso for a walk on the beach front. Place was socially distanced - packed. So was the stroll on the beach (it was a Saturday Jan 2, 2021) Saw them spraying a disifecent on tables before the next guest, all the staff is wearing masks and facemasks. Had - Massive shrimp cocktail - Brioche shrimp Shrimp & lobster tacos Guac on the side A couple of very good blended margarita's When you look at the place the first thing you are gonna think is its a major tourist stop - some place the cruise ship folks get brought to. But I have to say the food rocked! Can recommend! read more

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This review is PARTICULAR TO ONE VISIT on a Thursday a couple of weeks ago. We are regulars at the Crabster for ourselves and guests. Mi amiga is a local from Merida and I live in Progreso. We also attend Mobula on the Malecon and Bryan's in Santa Lucia Parque/Merida. I noticed on their extensive menu "Conch". I just LOVE conch and have had it many times through the Lesser Antilles and the BVI . . . chowder, fritters, a la plancha, etc. I have even prepared conch. I know, therefore, it needs to be tenderized through baking soda, salt water boil, pounding it . . . I can say unequivocally . . . whomever made this DID NOT know a damn thing about preparing conch. First . . . it looked like it just came out of the shell. Second, I could NOT cut it with a knife. I didn't know the word for sharp knife . . . so I asked for an "espada". LOL They indeed bring me a sharp knife . . . It made not one whit of difference. I should have had an "espada de Katana". It was totally impossible . . . impossible to chew . . .TOTALLY. The local artist I had a business meeting with does not speak English. I thought I make myself known I was displeased as I set the entire dish aside almost immediately . . . the steamed vegetable were perfect tho I did not eat all of them. Anyway, something got lost in the translation and it was packed up to go home with me. I didn't want to press the issue with a guest there. So, I took it home intending to deal with it later. I put the conch in my freezer to bring it in if I had to. Last week my Yucateca amiga from Merida and I stopped by for postre. When I was settling the bill, I told the table captain, or rather my amiga explained it. I was told I ought to have said something at the time . . . which was true, but I didn't want to press it with my guest there as I mentioned. When I got home, I threw it out. Now I've been thinking about this . .. . the lunch bill was 2195 pesos exclusive of tip . . . service is always good so I tip well in excess of 20 percent. I can say in all my years, I think I have made such a complaint . . . usually on the scene . . . three times. But this is the first time in writing and without supporting evidence. This was not a cheap lunch . . . and is our usual bill when we come. No problem . . . but I am requesting my next meal there to be comped . . .just mine. I would LOVE to have the conch . . . but whatever I order needs to be comped not in excess of what I paid for the conch. I don't eat there without my amiga . . . Please reply via my e-mail doc21@dr.com . . . Thank you. FJH. read more

Stopped here a couple times this week. First for a late morning fresh juice. I had Lemon Cucumber and my wife had Orange Carrot. Nearby guests breakfast looked very good, large pancakes and French toast, lots of berries. Our second visit was for dinner. I had the a Picanha steak and my wife had Shrimp Tacos. Both were very good. Service was excellent both visits and sitting on patio in front of the Malecón was relaxing, enjoying the evening breeze and people watching. read more

Crabster - Picanha Steak. - Seafood Near Me - Progreso, YUC

Food was mediocre. All three meals were average at best. Margaritas were awful- we sent them back. The manager then came back and explained they were out of some ingredients- that's why they were bad. Would have been easier if they had just told us that before subjecting us to taste testing their creation from hell. Way too many staff for the table- we had 4 different waiters rotating by every 3 minutes. Maybe it was an off night- it was recommended by a few trustworthy friends. read more

More of a tourist trap. The food was hit and miss. I liked my octopus dish but my fiancé's steak was inedible. The meat quality wasn't that great. Very chewy. The good things were the beautiful ocean view, service and interior. One of the nicest looking restaurants we've eaten at in this area. PROS: Ocean view Great service Private parking lot Octopus read more

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Crazy overpriced for tourists and anyone who has more money than brains. Crab legs sold by the gram !! Go 10 minutes to Chelem and get a giant bowl of the exact same crab claws for $15 read more

I went here during one of the stops of my cruise since I didn't want to do an excursion. It's really easy to get to from the cruise port as you hop on one of the free shuttles that take you into progreso and it's a few blocks from the drop off the place. This spot is bright with pink chairs and has a modern flair. The seafood is delightful. This is what me and my family shared: - salmon carpaccio: super fresh and refreshing - coconut shrimp: the coconut wasn't really my pairing but the shrimp was huge - seafood soup: so enjoyable even in blazing hot weather - salmon al pastor tacos: could have gone without - mole: really light and refreshing read more

Great service On the beach is awesome Excellent price point for tourists Clean Oh yeah, the food was delicious I had the shrimp y langosta tacos cuco...Fantastic At first I had an internal debate because they're only 3, however I was extremely satisfied with my order. Every bite tasted as the first. 5 stars read more

Best restaurant in Progresso beach by the water large and accommodating - the lobster was a tad over cooked but very very good!

Place was on point! Every dish or appetizer was on point! They were super patient with the kids which is always a huge plus when you have little kids. Highly recommended. read more

Fairly new restaurant in the area. Very appealing facade and ambiance. However,the food does not match the ambiance they offer. We ordered the flank stake plate which was bland. Burgers are subpar. The only decent order we got is the shrimp ceviche but the portions are small compare to the price they charge. Finally,servers seems on a hurry. As soon as our plate is empty,they took it and started wiping. Everytime someone finished eating they took plate and wipe again. Its just annoying and rude. Would not recommend. Go somewhere else. read more

Crabster - Burgers and flanl steak plate. Looks good but tastes bland. - Seafood Near Me - Progreso, YUC

First of all the view is worth five stars. My wife and I sat on their outdoor covered area to eat lunch. A wonderful view and a nice breeze. Little confusing when we got there because they gave us a breakfast menu at 11:30. We told our waiter we wanted lunch and he said not until 12:15 but the menu said lunch started at 11:30. Then he proceeded to take our lunch order. Welcome to Mexico. I started with a Tecate in a cold mug. We ordered the shrimp cocktail as an appetizer. One order would have easily fed my wife and I but we each ordered one. About 20 shrimp in a large glass with a sweet tomato sauce. If you add the pico and the two hot salsas they bring it really goes well with the shrimp. After all of the shrimp we decided to split the shrimp and lobster tacos and got a side of guacamole. The tacos were loaded with shrimp and chunks of lobster. The tacos were delicious. The guacamole was ok. Overall a nice lunch on the beach. read more

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Four stars because the octopus I ordered was cold. I figured that's how it was served but then I asked half way through the meal and to my heart ached... nope it's supped to be a hot meal. So I was very disappointed. Other than that the service was great. The chicken plate my fighter ordered had good flavor but was very dry. The agua chiles ( shrimp in spicy side) were delicious. The coconut shrimp my wife ordered was delicious. The beef burger my some ordered was good it came with all the fixings cheese, bacon ect. The Drinks ( mojito) had great flavor but a little weak with the liquor. Rojo ojo and michelada in the states and northern México was Good. read more

Great shrimp and lobster tacos, also the steak tacos were delicious. Customer service were polite and attentive.

The seafood soup was awesome!! We also had the shrimp and lobster tacos which was also very good. The service location was great read more

Crabster - Sea food soup and shrimp and lobster tacos - Seafood Near Me - Progreso, YUC

Got the fish with butter and crab. Amazing. One of the best fish I've had in a while. read more

Crabster - Seafood Near Me - Progreso, YUC

Be carful if you order lobster by the gram, you made end up paying over $66 dollars for a small over cooked tail, beer was good, and service was ok. read more

Went on New Year's Day with reservations. We didn't have to wait more than 10 minutes to be seated, but the hostess tried sitting us by the kitchen were a lot of smoke was coming out. I started coughing immediately and told her it was unhealthy for me to sit there and she apologized, only to move us to the other side of the room where the smoke still reached us. Knowing it was a busy day we just left it at that. Our waiter was nice but to be completely honest, this place seemed to be something like a fast food place with really good food. They want you in and out. There is no incredible "service", it's: hello, take your order, here's your food, and your out. I wouldn't normally mind this but for the price you pay at this place, they should definitely be more attentive. read more

I'm pretty sure this place gave me and my family food poisoning yesterday (specifically the mixto ceviche). It's the only thing we all ate all day. Ambiance and food looked good but apparently the quality was not. read more

Drove by all the restaurant options on the beach before choosing this one, it was crowded, but it did have the best reviews and seats on the beach, so we went for it. The server was kind enough to let us know service on the sand would be a bit slower. He was also spot on with his recommendations - pulpo puc chuc and aguachile - and made sure we knew which águas were fresh from fruit and which were not (which was very thoughtful and made a difference for us). The food was incredible all around, sometimes food places in tourists spots don't live up to the expectation but the aguachile was incredible, flavour, presentation and freshness wise. The octupus was beautifully presented and cooked - I'm usually not an octupus fan but this was different than anything I've ever had. And the garlic shrimp was also wonderful. Service did take a bit long, but we were not in a hurry and were warned in advance, so our experience was flawless! Yum! read more

Great ambiance, great decor. Drinks were good. Entrees delicious. We ordered the grilled octopus and flank steak with shrimp. Tres leches dessert was delicious. Service was excellent. read more

We had the lobster and shrimp that was presented on a wooden platter. Very nice touch. Lobster was excellent and the shrimp delicious. Service was excellent, very attentive. Throw in an amazing setting and view for lunch and we left absolutely satisfied. Would visit again for sure. read more