We had a good time cracking some crab and laughing with the kids. I would suggest less salt and more flavor for the crab but we had a good time. read more

Hammered Crab - Here's the bill - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

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Excellent service! We enjoyed our waitress. She was really really great. Our party of 6 all had various dishes. The crab cakes topped grouper, crab dip, and fresh bread were excellent. We will be back! read more

We checked this place out recently for dinner and had a great experience. Several people in our group of 7 tried the all-you-can-eat snow crab legs. It was $65 and each bucket came with 2 clusters. The first bucket comes with corn and potatoes. They also give you garlic bread. The crab legs were great. Our server, Keith, was amazing. He kept refilling the buckets and was really attentive and friendly. The blackened shrimp and grits and the fried shrimp were also good. Check them out! read more

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We enjoyed ordering these and eating them poolside. Door dash delivered quickly- The crab legs were hot and delicious. Not the hugest crab legs I've seen, but they were top tier for a quick order. I'm not big on the sausage or shrimp in their shell, but I'm sure they were good too. read more

Hammered Crab - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

We stopped in for a letter than normal dinner. We were sat outside by hostess on a side porch no one else nearby. Waited for over 10 minutes and went to ask if we could move to back patio. Hostess was rude and said no. Then a very sweet waitress Taralee came up to us when we were about to leave and said how could she help us. We explained and she immediately cleared a table where we wanted to be and waited on us. We had seafood gumbo and the garlic crab claws. Both were delicious! But Taralee took great care of us, went above and beyond to make our experience from bad to great. I would now return because of her great service and the food as well! read more

Hammered Crab - Garlic Crab Claws and Seafood Gumbo - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

We joined the waitlist online about 30 minutes before heading to The Hammered Crab, which definitely helped--but we still waited about 20 more minutes after checking in. The parking lot and inside of the restaurant are both pretty small, so be prepared for a bit of a squeeze. We originally came for the all-you-can-eat crab legs but didn't realize it was over $80 per person. Instead, my mom and I decided to share the Seafood Feast for around $90, and honestly, it was the better value. It came with four crab leg clusters, a generous portion of shrimp (about 1.5 lbs), sausage, corn, potatoes, crab cakes, salad, green beans--and the garlic bread was SO good too! The food was fresh and flavorful, and we left full and satisfied. Would definitely come back, just for those crab cakes and bread!! read more

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Absolutely fabulous... Great service... I had my dogs with me in a stroller and they let me sit on the patio!! the crab was absolutely delicious in the amount of drawn butter can't say enough good things I think it's well worth the money!!! read more

Server forgot my wife's cocktail, after asking twice. Food was overcooked and dripping with grease. Didn't finish one plate and the server asked how the meals were and if we needed boxes, he didn't ask why I didn't ask for them..... took all the full plates and asked if we wanted dessert. Salad was old and turning brown, etc. We left. read more

Hammered Crab - Grouper - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

Our waitress was so kind and on top of keeping the all you can eat crab coming and drinks full! The price for all you can eat was $64 and worth it. The garlic bread was mouthwatering and the garlic with butter was excellent. The gumbo was very good. Definitely going back read more

We ordered sandwiches for lunch which came out hot and looked good until you bit into them. Greasy! The waitress needs to be a little more atentive and wait on all her customers. She had approximately 10. There was only one table of 4 there when we walked in and the whole restaurant was empty and she puts is right in the very back next to the kitchen. During our meal we needed refills and no refills came. We got the bill left cash for our meal and the waitress ran and almost ran me over to make sure we paid. Serves was a huge thumbs down. No service no tip. Food ok and restaurant seemed clean. read more

While in town for my wife's birthday, this is where she wanted to go and we were not disappointed. We went on a Friday night at 5 pm and were seated immediately. The staff was very friendly during outlet entire visit. My son ordered the peel and eat shrimp and my daughter got one of the kids meals. My wife and I both ordered the all you can eat crab (@$80 ea). The size and quality of the crab was great and I was pleasantly surprised. Many places don't offer this quality with AYCE options. We will 100% return the next time we are in town. read more

Crab cakes were the best that we tried around Gulf Shores. And our Waitress was great as well!

Ambience was terrible. Menu was terrible. Had no really any kind of fresh fish. Asked the guy about the fish sandwich when we got sat down and he said it's a piece of fish with cheese on it. Didn't give out any kind of name of fish or anything just a piece of fish fried. So we were like you basically have a more expensive fillet of fish like McDonald's. Got up and left. read more

You HAVE to try the shrimp and grits from the Hammered Crab! These are these BEST I've ever tried. The shrimp is blackened to perfection and the cheese grits are a perfect texture. When you add the seafood gravy (gumbo) on top it makes the dish absolutely perfect! We always come here to take advantage of the all you can eat snow crab legs, but I opted to try something new this time and I'm SO glad I did! The service is typically great & fast and the restaurant is clean. I 10/10 recommend trying this place if you're in Gulf Shores/Orange Beach! read more

The food was amazing the service was amazing the place was clean the all you can eat crab legs was good the crab legs were the best I have ever had and overall amazing good read more

The location of this restaurant is right off the main strip. The decor is a beachy vibe and very nice. The waiter was attentive yet very low energy. No small share plates for the appetizers. No utensils until after the garlic loaf and appetizers hit the table. The fountain drinks did not have any CO2(fizz) and the water had an odd taste. My kids enjoyed the fried shrimp and fries, however, one daughter had a burger and she did not enjoy it. My husband got the all you can eat snow crab legs and he enjoyed them. It was $75 and I thought that was pricey. My crab cakes were extremely salty and on one side of the plate with a rice. However, the other side of the plate was "not clean". See pic. My house salad was good. read more

Hammered Crab - Salty crab cakes - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

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Ambiance was great!! Memorial Day weekend,But thee Food and Service was horrible they were our of Prime Rib and red potatoes and the seafood shrimp boil was bland. Place very small inside if a large group pre book on app. read more

Great service with a wonderful staff. The Happy Hour specials are incredible. I have a large family and it was nice to have a great meal at a low price compared to other restaurants in the area. I highly recommend checking this spot out! read more

Fun place! Looked like a chain from the outside but when we got inside and saw the food...yum! They have all you can eat crab legs and they are huge! We had the crab grouper platter with rice and a side of green beans, and the shrimp boil. The garlic loaf is to DIE for...seriously, the best we've ever had. We also ordered a side of fried grouper bites with jalapeño remoulade. Everything was fresh and prepared perfectly! read more

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Stopped by for dinner around 7. We made our way inside to find the restaurant nearly empty. Our party of five was quickly seated, and our waiter was at the table soon after to take drink orders. Drinks were quickly served, and food orders were taken soon after. We started with the crab dip. The crab dip itself was just okay, but the crostinis it was served with were excellent. While we were eating our appetizer, our waiter brought out a couple loaves of their house bread. Bread was nice and buttery with plenty of garlic. As a group we ordered four different entrees. The Cajun grouper was excellent if a tad salty, as was the shrimp and grits. I don't typically love fried shrimp, but I tried a piece and found it to have a really good amount of breading for the size of the shrimp. It also had a nice little punch of heat that I enjoyed. Only thing I didn't sample was the grouper with crab cakes, but I was told it was also quite tasty. I'd definitely eat here again, and honestly don't understand how this place was so empty with several restaurants down the street that appeared to have decent sized waiting lists. read more

A new restaurant. Inviting Easy to park Employees are personable and enjoying working here! They all know the menu and are eager to tell you the options. We sat at the bar and were able to get full service. Had the all you can eat snow crab. Started with a fresh salad. Then came out a mouthwatering g half loaf of a sourdough baguette...sliced thin and it was covered in garlic butter. Not only did the delightful garlic smell hit you but the taste of the bread was perfect with the salad. The first tub of the meal was 2 snow crab clusters, corn cob and red potatoes... Dumped on the table so you can dig in. They refill with one crab cluster each time you ask. Beer was cold and they have a full bar with some "fancy" cocktails available. Will definitely return. read more

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Worst service EVER! I was sharing my crab with my 1 yr old and was yelled at by our waiter because it's a one person all you can eat that's ridiculous since she only ate a bite. And decided to tip themselves 30%. Crazy a grown man yelling at me over this scaring my baby!! read more

I have to say the food was great. My husband had a salad loaded with shrimp. I had a french dip. Unfortunately, they had no grouper waiter said a bad batch came in and they refused it. The service was outstanding -- the only problem is with the hostess. We were a party of two -- there were plenty of tables available, but she told us our party was too small for a table for four. She told us we could eat at the bar -- I don't think so; went to leave and lo and behold a table of 4 became available. I don't get it, but they almost lost a customer because of some kind of stupid policy. Like I said no problem with the food or service The hostess needs improvement or better yet removed. read more

We loved the food and loved the drinks! The staff were very friendly, and it was so nice sitting outside. We will be back soon

I dined here tonight fir the first time while visiting, I ordered Grouper top with crab cake over rice, let me tell you, this dish is so salty, I could not even eat, grouper is dry due to over cooked. Although the server is good enough to make suggestions but still can't overlook the strong salty content. Ambience is okay. read more

I had crab cakes which were a good size and very tasty. The sauce on the crab cakes was outstanding, I would have liked a little more. The onion rings or hay sticks were fabulous and not greasy. Green beans perfect. My friend's crab on top of fish she say was awesome too. Crystal our waitress was informative and friendly . Definitely worth a visit! read more

Hammered Crab - Crab Cakes with hay stick onions and green beans. - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

Don't waste your money. We were excited to try one of the only "all you can eat" crab places. We are from Alabama and visit the gulf several times a year. We sat outside to skip the wait. It was empty. We requested the fans be turned on and were told they only work when the lights come on and the lights are on a sensor. A large party was seated behind us and when they came in their waitress was able to plus the fans in immediately. But the very rude men in the party automatically stood up and pointed the fan at their table. The fan by us just needed to be plugged in. An over $300 meal and we were swarmed with gnats and flies and every time we asked for the fan we were told a manager would have to make that call. Food was late. Training server quit because even she was fed up. Large and rude party was allowed to cause all kinds of trouble. Manager never once came out and then we were handed the full ticket after horrific experiences. It has potential and the food was good but the service will run it in the ground quickly. read more

Ambiance was great! Music was great! The service was the best we've had a restaurant. The table is covered in construction paper. The kids loved it, they were able to draw on the table! lol We got the family feast! We are a family of 6. 2 adults, 14yr old, 9yr old, 7yr old, and 5yr old. So this was perfect for us!! The prime rib and Crab legs were cook to perfection!!! Unfortunately I didn't get pics but I highly recommend!! read more

Food great! Service wonderful Ambiance sat outside so niceand warm but a perfect evening! read more

Hammered Crab - Started with a salad! All you can eat crab legs!!! - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

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The Service was Great, that's the only thing that deserves a good review. We ordered the Family Feast and it was anything but a feast!!! Supposedly should feed up to 10 people but it barely fed 4 of us! The ribs were over done and dry, the shrimp was ok but there was only 11 shrimp in the bucket! The prime rib was ordered med rare came out med well! The Crab was pathetic as it was dry and freezer burnt a little! (all you can eat snow crab legs is $85 per person definitely not worth! I would be irate if that's what they served) The whole eating experience was horrific. Food was well below the standard for the price they charge.. DO NOT waste your Money or time! read more

Absolutely DO NOT recommend ordering the ribs. The first thought should have been not to order ribs at a seafood restaurant. But I figured since they advertised the prime rib so heavily, they would be able to smoke meat. It took both hands to rip them apart. There was also a synthetic wig hair on the bottom of the ribs. On a positive note, the garlic bread was great. The people who got unlimited crab legs did enjoy their meal. read more

Service wasn't bad,food was alright but it cost more than it should have would have been better off going somewhere like the angry crab shack for boiled seafood or somewhere like Louisiana lagniappe for the price overall food wasn't good and it cost more than it should have so this place is not recommended at all read more

My fiancé and I recently dined here and chose to share the seafood feast. The food was fresh and served hot. Our server Doug was amazing, he was super busy with other tables but was still checking in on us quite frequently. read more

WARNING - the Happy hour menu states happy hour is 1:00 to 5:00. The menu has One Crab Cluster for $8. When we went at 4:30 we were told the special ended at 4:00. This is false advertising to get people in, read more

We spent a little over $400 for 3 people all you can eat crab legs & an appetizer. The crab legs were okay, but could have been better. The service was also okay. The restaurant atmosphere was pretty dull. Definitely not a "fun" experience for children. Maybe I just have higher expectations of a vacation dinner spot.. read more

So we wanted to find an all you can eat Crablegs buffet while we were on vacation in Orange Beach Alabama, we were not disappointed. Hammered Crabs met and exceeded what we expected. Big Crablegs, hot and they kept them coming. It's great to get away on vacation and to have Excellent food and drinks and even more an Excellent Server. The food was Amazing. read more

Hammered Crab - I was on my 5th bucket and counting. It's only two per bucket so you have to eat alot of buckets to get full. - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

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Bartender Doug very rude, I'm local and have spent alot of money in that restaurant, never again

Hammered Crab is a awesome place to eat. They need to kind of work on the marketing some because you usually see all you can eat crab for $60 which is a large some for some of us who live on a retired budget and honestly cant eat that much to make it worth the money. After visiting the price is usually $18-$20 for two cluster and that is more affordable. But that's not all the Ribs are fall of the bone and true to the word of the waiter that you won't regret it (Thanks Hadden good recommendation) Other plates were also worth mentioning was the shrimp and grits blackened kept stealing them from my other half LoL. Anyway if you go tell them "Phat Panda-1/2Time" sent ya. It won't get you anything but at least they will know they did get a good review here on yelp! read more

Fantastic restaurant and menu! Highly recommend the "all you can eat" crabs AND the cocktails! Service was spot on and food was delicious! Margarita was perfect!! Love all the staff, as well as the managers. read more

Oh my God this place was really good! We both got all you can eat crab legs. Delicious! I've never eaten 3 clusters of crab, but I did tonight. My husband really enjoyed our dinner. We had a really good time! We had been to Nonna's Pizza last night, but could see Hammered Crabs marquee flashing "all you can eat crab legs" all day every day. So we already knew that's where we were going tonight for dinner. It wasn't even busy for a Fri night, but it is Oct so we're in the off season. It is a small place, but I know it would be very busy in Panama City Beach People there are always looking for AYCE crab legs. We will return. Thank you. read more