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Crazy Crab

3.5 (709 reviews)
Closed 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
Updated over 3 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Mini boil
MaryJean Z.

Very good seafood boil. Tasted fresh good quality. Seasoning was tasty I did the combo of all 3 plus hot. I found the medium to have little to no spice level. The shrimp w the head on carried the flavor well. Crab was tasty. Service overall was good only issue is we were in the back corner so it was a bit slow at the start. But it picked up after we ordered with the waitress coming by multiple times. The restaurant is quite big and a bit loud but good vibes for a boil with fun decor of a large crab on the door. Would return.

Snow Crab Legs
Courtney T.

Enjoyable place with reasonably priced all you can eat seafood. I appreciate that the sauces aren't overly salty like some sea boil places can be. If you do all you can eat don't fill up on all the fried other options, stick to the seafood so that it's worth it. Service is friendly and prompt but not overbearing.

Cajun Fries
Sanjana R.

I've been here a few more times, and it has stayed pretty consistent! The boil/sauce is very flavorful. Service is always great, and the restaurant is usually crowded, but not overwhelming. The theme of the restaurant is cool too.

Dining area
Nou Nou S.

We had a large group celebrating my cousin's birthday and it was everyone's first time. This restaurant is located in a strip mall with other businesses such as Sushi Cho, Marco's Pizza, Boba Knight. Parking is limited but manageable. As you walk in, some area are lit and some areas are very dim. The menu has a la carte, combo meals, AYCE and ice cream for dessert. So our group was split because there were six of us who didn't want the AYCE meal. Our server Eli was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Some items were delicious, a few were dry and bland. All the trays that were presented have options of variety of sauces: garlic butter, lemon pepper, cajun, and crazy special. The hush puppies were dry. The clam strips were over cooked. You will need to use a flashlight to make a selection on the menu.

Crazy Crab Seafood Combo
LeAnn F.

So all the staff were nice, friendly, attentive, and checking in. The ambiance was definitely ocean themed. You can solo eat, family, group and maybe not recommend for dates. We can get the AYCE for $59.99 which i would say is not worth the price point. Don't get any of the fried food. It just slows you down and fills you up. I've had raw oysters elsewhere in DMV and these were not fresh to me. They need to do variety sauce like just butter or garlic or tartare or vinegar because combined it was just too much garlic and butter making me sick. Let the customer choose. Plus there's need to be old bay. They should also give out plastic knives, mallet or scissors. They did plastic gloves, crab cracker, and forks. The scallops, clam, and mussels were overcooked. The crab and snow leg didn't seem fresh to me. They give you free ice cream. I wouldn't come here again. I just felt sick afterwards.

A10. Raw Oysters
Michael N.

This is one of the best ayce seafood places I have been to in the DMV area. To serve unlimited raw oysters was already a good sign. It didn't taste dirty or sandy. The crab legs were decent, a little old or overcooked since it was hard to get the meat out. Everything else was nice and fresh. I will say that the medium spice sauce tasted like it was mild, and the hot spice was real spicy. I appreciate how the ayce includes soft drinks. The server was nice and attentive, being able to offer extra sauces and refilling our drinks quickly. It's worth the $60 price with the food you get and the customer service.

A1. Hush Puppies A3. Onion Rings A8. Chicken Wings
Shalita W.

I visited Crazy Crab when they first opened their doors years ago so I must say the second time around was a way better experience. Highly recommend just getting the "All you can eat" and simply enjoy yourself! Thank me later :)

Kim L.

TIP: Ask for the crazy crab mixin special sauce on the side. You can dip your seafood into this sauce! Without the tip above, the food is only a 3.5/5 for me, but the sauce on the side to dip it in really elevates the seafood. All the seafood here is pretty decent, but I recommend the shrimp, snow crabs, and green mussels. Also get the oysters if you're into oysters! The raw oysters are pretty good here for AYCE The total was a bit pricy for AYCE for two people so come ready to eat a lot if you're doing AYCE. Our total was around $130 for two people (before tip).

Crazy Crab Deluxe, 3lb Crawfish
Britney B.

Since my sister is a crawfish lover, my family decided to bring her here for one last fix before she headed off to college. We opted for the à la carte menu, although their all-you-can-eat option looked tempting, it was more than we needed. We ordered the Crazy Crab Deluxe along with an extra 3 pounds of crawfish, which came with corn, potatoes, and sausage. We chose the Crazy Special sauce for both. The sauce was decent, and I appreciated the generous amount of garlic, though it wasn't my favorite. The snow crab legs were the highlight for me. I do wish they served butter with the platters--it would have made the meal even better. Our server was friendly, but it seemed like they were short-staffed, with only 2-3 servers managing the entire restaurant. The space is large with plenty of seating, making it great for large groups. They also have handwashing stations outside the restrooms, which is a nice touch.

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Does Crazy Cab offer Happy Hour?

No, but the drinks are pretty cheap compared to other places and sometimes they have specials for holidays tho

Did they change their menu and made it smaller? So disappointed to see that and the price raise!

Do they serve alcohol?

Yes, the Fairfax location has a full bar, including beer, wine and mixed drinks :-)

Is the AYCE BACK?

Not yet. Last time I picked up their food there was a poster that stated that they don't have "All that you can Eat" until later

Does the AYCE include snow crabs? The menu doesn't seem to have it listed.

Snow crab legs? For dinner, yes. Lunch, no.

Do they have hush puppies?

Yes they do and they are delicious 🤤

What's the price for all you can eat?

$46.95, but for lunch $26.95. (Based on their website)

Does everyone at the table have to choose AYCE if only one person wants it?

Yes it's either one or the other

Is there a specific way you have to order if you're doing AYCE? Are there limitations or restrictions?

We went with 3 people, and each person got to pick an item to order if that makes any sense. So our first order had 3 items in it, and it comes out in the same bag to share with everyone, therefore that bag has the same flavor/spice level. For… Read more

Is the quality of the shrimp/seafood actually decent? Or is it kind of like Chinese buffet seafood?

Definitely a step up from Chinese buffet seafood. But not on par with a top level sushi restaurant.

How much is AYCE? I heard the price went up recently?

I think it was 46.99

Do you have same seafood options for lunch menu a as the dinner?

The weekday lunch special AYCE menu (Mon-Fri 12 to 3 pm) offers over 20 items. The dinner AYCE menu offers over 30 items. Some of the additional items offered on the dinner AYCE menu include snow crab legs, crab balls, sea scallops, oysters and… Read more

Is this apart of the Happy Ending Restaurant Group Chain?

No, we are not. Crazy Crab in Fairfax is independently owned and operated! :)

Will they be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day? If so, what hours?

Yes, we will be open regular hours from 12pm-10pm! Hope to see you soon! :)

How are the crab legs these days. Still meaty?

It's still a crap shoot - I'm a long time Crab eater.... But I'm satisfied with what I've gotten at the crazy crab

Do they have a full bar or at least beer & wine?

Hi! We are in the process of getting our liquor license, but for now we do offer a bunch of beer and wine!

Are they using AYCE menu?

Hi, we are now offering AYCE every single day! We offer a lunch AYCE (Mon-Fri) from 12pm-3pm for $21.95 and dinner AYCE for $39.95.

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Captain Pell's Fairfax Crabhouse

Captain Pell's Fairfax Crabhouse

3.6(760 reviews)
0.1 mi
$$$

If you like fresh seafood at a reasonable price, this is the place to be…read more I came here both in person and for carry out and both times the food was excellent. You can spend some money here, but it is worth it. You get a variety of classic seafood and in large portions. The service is quick too. I highly recommend the catfish and hush puppies. Obviously, the lobster tails are great too. Highly recommended if you like seafood.

The family and I had the opportunity to visit Captain Pell's for the first time ever just a few…read moredays ago. After arriving, we were all looking forward to a great dining experience. Unfortunately, Captain Pell's missed the mark in providing us with that experience. For starters, the place just through observation, seemed very understaffed. This is what we believe led to our abandonment by our server. Our drinks weren't properly refilled after sitting for some time without our server checking in on us and our food turned cold waiting a lengthy time on condiments. An order for oysters had to be cancelled as they never made it out to our table the entire evening. We requested to speak with the restaurant manager but was only spoken to by a lead server who although kind, did not have the authority to rectify our situation. This spoke volumes as to how the restaurant leadership feels about their patrons. If you are in the northern Virginia area and looking for a great seafood dining experience, definitely seek some of the higher rated seafood establishments in the area.

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Kelly’s Oyster House & Bar - French fries

Kelly’s Oyster House & Bar

4.0(96 reviews)
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Stopped by on a Sunday for their happy hour/ Sunday oyster special ($12/ dozen oysters)- such a…read moregreat deal and delicious. Oysters couldn't be fresher. Service was fast and friendly. Ambiance is lowkey sports bar meets seafood shack. It's a casual restaurant, but a lot of people were dressed up for Mother's Day, so do you. Handful of outdoor seating options. Parking is limited. It's on Main Street.

Stopped in for some raw oysters and a cold pint of ale on my way to visit The Amazing Comic Store…read moreon 2026 Free Comic Book Day... It was a Saturday, mid-afternoon. There were very few customers. I grabbed a spot at the bar - in fact I had the whole bar to myself. Pete the bartender approached and I requested a menu. After looking it over, I found no oysters on the half shell - so I asked. Turns out, that is a separate menu. I ordered a dozen oysters on the half shell. They had three species on special - so I ordered 4-4-4 to make my dozen. And a pint of Goose Island IPA, and then the crab cakes appetizer. The raw oysters came out in about 10 minutes. Complete with a fresh lemon, horseradish, cocktail sauce, and mignonette. I also asked for some hot sauce - preferably NOT Tabasco sauce. Pete brought out two local hot sauces I've never heard of. I tried the first one - it was pretty good. I squeezed the lemon onto all the oysters, then added a couple of drops of hot sauce per oyster, and then some of the horseradish. Overall, tasty oysters. But a bit on the small size. The crab cakes were okay - a little bready from a texture perspective. The Goose Island IPA was cold and refreshing. Paid with a credit card. Service was good. #KellysOysterBar

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Draper's Steak & Seafood - The French dip sandwich was aesthetically pleasing; however, its flavor profile was somewhat understated.

Draper's Steak & Seafood

3.9(209 reviews)
1.2 miOld Town Fairfax

April 18, 2026. Great food! Crab dip amazing with that amazing bread was AWESOME. New York strip…read morewith mash potatoes and asparagus was great! Bread pudding was YUMMY!!! My 1st time dining there 4 my bday and I have planned to return NEXT WEEK!! The Bartender was great!

Dinner at Draper's Steak & Seafood had its highs and a few letdowns, but overall still a nice…read moreexperience. We started with the Garlic White Wine Mussels, which were honestly the standout; so flavorful and the sauce was too good. We ended up asking for extra bread just to keep dipping (definitely a must-order). For mains, we got two 14 oz NY strips; one medium with coleslaw and one medium rare with truffle mac and cheese (they also come with mashed potatoes). To be completely honest, I expected a bit more flavor from the steaks. They were cooked well, but felt like they could've used more seasoning, especially compared to how bold the appetizer was. For drinks, the house Sauvignon Blanc was solid, and the Old Fashioned was also well done. The staff was very welcoming and helpful, which definitely added to the experience. The ambiance leans more on the boujee side with nice background music, so it's a good spot if you're going for that vibe. Just a heads up, parking can be a bit tricky, so plan ahead. Overall, a good dinner with some standout moments, especially the mussels.

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