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    Hot N Crazy Crab

    4.3 (242 reviews)
    PriceySeafood
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    HOT N CRAZY CRAB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Angela S.

    If you want that ambiance of Joe's Crab Shack (a staple back in the day), but can't find one anymore... go to Hot N Crazy Crab. Loved the seafood boils and drinks. The have a bar and dine-in area and we've never had any issues with wait times. Definitely a place to go to when you want a good seafood boils, his puppies and special drinks.

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    Patrice F.

    Ok so at first we were going to go to Mr. And Mrs. Crab but the line was ridiculous so we decided to give this place a try. We were seated immediately. 3 adults and one infant. The place wasn't too crowded either. Our waiter greeted us and explained everything in great detail So many options! We all decided to get Special Combo B which came with 1/2 lb of snow crab legs, 1 lb of shrimp without the head, and 1/2 lb of sausage and 2 potatoes and 2 corn on the cob. The hot n juicy crab special sauce consisted of Cajun, garlic butter, and lemon pepper seasoning. I chose medium and the other two adults chose mild. They give u a bib and gloves so u won't get dirty as well. Y'all, the food was so freaking good! So much flavor. The portions were great! We really enjoyed it. I only wish it came with some kinda garlic bread. But overall, we were full as a pig. We would definitely come back!

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    Anthony M.

    Seafood still fresh and delicious as always love the spring rolls the sweet potato waffles fries. Crab legs shrimps were on point with their seasoning.. the service was great too no issues or problems. So if you enjoy crab legs & lobster etc seasoning this is the place here in Brandon area. Like the atmosphere too.

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    Brenda F.

    Great choice! Arrived shortly after opening for lunch, welcomed upon entry and seated immediately. Tiffany, our server arrived within a short period of time took refreshment orders, returned immediately and gave us time to review the menu. Viewed website before arrival, ordered the catfish lunch: 3 fried fillets with Cajun-seasoned fries -- good choice. My daughter ordered chicken tenders with Cajun fries. Granddaughter chose the shrimp with head with Garlic Butter. This order also came with boiled potatoes and a half corn cob. Every meal was delicious and tasty, and portions were sufficient. Ranch dressing and ketchup also provided upon request. Inside decor nicely done. Plenty of seating included booths and tables as well as seating at the bar. Menu prices comparable to local area. Plenty of parking but finding a space can be challenging. Note: there's a ramp at the curb near restaurant entrance. Overall, found this to be comfortable while enjoying a delicious lunch. Would recommend!

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    Grace M.

    I got the special number D which was amazing. I added Ramen and an egg to it and honestly the prices were pretty good! The restaurant was so cute and perfectly themed. Great place for some seafood!

    A very comfortable atmosphere we sat in a booth
    Shari Z.

    This was such a comfortable, wonderful dining atmosphere. The food was fantastic. I ordered a half a pound of king crabs and a half a pound of crawdads. It comes with two boiled potatoes and half your corn.. Although they messed up my order by bringing me snow crabs instead it was still delicious. We also had hush puppies, which of course are always yummy to have with seafood. The hubby had chicken tenders that he was very happy with the service was nice. I would like to go back there again. They had a wonderful menu.

    Kandi G.

    I was able to order my food online! I chose the immediate pickup option which was a 25min wait from the type of order. You can also schedule a time for pickup. I liked that I could order online and then pay in the store! When I arrived, the parking lot had plenty of parking spots available. My food was ready on time! I asked if they had veterans/military discount and they did! Huge plus! The customer service that I received was great! No complaints. My transaction was quick and easy! I did glance inside and saw a clean and spacious restaurant. The ambiance is casual. The food was good! Pricey but comparable to other Cajun seafood restaurants in the area. Our food was a little on the salty side but still good. I ordered a Cajun combo of headless shrimp and crab legs. I do recommend them and will order again!

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    Gary R.

    So we were looking for a seafood place with "boils" and this place popped up. It's out of the way in a small strip mall but boy o boy is it with the trip. Service was great, staff very friendly and attentive. Great choice of appetizers and more seafood choices then you can fathom. The food is served hot and really fast. Actually too fast as we were only half way through the appetizer when the main meals shows up. Prices are reasonable considering the spikes in food prices especially seafood. If you get a chance give this a try you shouldn't be disappointed.

    Shajuan T.

    It's was our first time and it was pretty good. The food was good, the spice level was not super hot even though it was supposed to be. That's me though not them, I like spicy food and I may try the extra next time to see if it's my true level. Daniel was great, very personable and the restaurant was clean not too noisy and nice atmosphere. It's also in my old neighborhood, wish it was there when I still lived close.

    Thommy S.

    Not a bad spot. It wasn't hard to find a parking at all. We got in and got seated right away. The service was a bit slow here, but they were also pretty busy. I ordered some lightly steamed oysters with the sauce on the side. It came out with the sauce drizzled all over it (the extra hot heat level). Luckily the extra hot heat level wasn't too spicy for me or else I would've never been able to eat my oysters. I have a low tolerance for spice, but the extra hot heat level wasn't too spicy for me. We made our own combo. It came out in a bag. The seafood wasn't hot. It came out warm. I got mine on medium spice level and it was a bit too salty for me. The other bag was on the hot spice level, but it wasn't as salty as mine. In all, it's not a bad spot.

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    Me and my husband always come here because it's the best seafood boil in Tampa the service is amazing and the owner is so sweet

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    This place was ok. The sauce in the seafood boil was really good. The customer service from who I think was the owner was great!

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