Love all the food here. Having had dungeoness, snow, and blue crab, they are all unique and delicious. Everything I've had before is still great like the fried shrimp and oysters, and especially the hush puppies. The blue crab nachos are something new I've had and are amazing. The chips are crisp and thick with plenty of cheese and crab. Something I will be getting again. The fried flounder fillet is cooked well but lacking seasoning, and really needs to have some sauce for it to not be too dry or flavorless. Great place that is a must do in OBX. read more

I Got Your Crabs - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

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The food is wonderfully fresh and perfectly seasoned, and the service truly stands out. The ambiance invites you to relax and eagerly await your plate! I was excited to explore the local food scene after researching the area. Although I heard the tacos were fantastic, my experience this time was different. I tried the hush puppies topped with sugar butter, and I later enjoyed them with a cracker--thanks to the waitress for the tip. Watching them open oysters so quickly was a delight, and it's no surprise that locals rave about them. Every visit definitely includes a stop here--because the food is simply amazing! read more

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This place was a chance was looking for a seafood spot and they Hit the Spot with their food. They have the Best hush puppies with this brown sugar special sauce they the bomb diggitty. We had catfish, clams on 1/2 shell, crabs, sweet potato fries and coleslaw. Waitress recommended Dipping the fries in the brown sugar sauce so good. Loved the homey feel of the place it was like a little secret spot only the locals would know about, I'm glad I stumbled upon it. If you're ever in the Kitty hawk / Otter banks area check them out. Praise to the staff for delicious food and great service. read more

Loved this place. The Blue crab nachos I will be dreaming about for years to come. Wait staff is friendly and kept our sweet tea full! They only have counter seating, but it is worth it! read more

I Got Your Crabs - Blue crab nachos! - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

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We weren't sure what to expect when pulling up to the place, but once we entered it was evident this place has a really great atmosphere and feel to it. Bar style seating throughout most of the place and a couple large tables but the mirror running length of bar gives it a unique touch to see everything that's going on. Servers were super friendly and very attentive. Crab was good and very comparable to restaurants we had eaten at throughout the week. The edamame peas were amazing! One of the best we have had and the portions were plentiful. read more

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Sift shell crabs were soggy and not crisp. Over rated so many other places to get better crabs in OBX. Atmosphere is getting old and looks dirty. read more

Although this place has Mostly bar type seating with a few tables, the place is comfortable. There is a row of bar stools facing the back wall, but in a cool twist, the restaurant has a mirror the runs the length of the entire wall that allows those sitting on these chairs to see everything that is going on, instead of looking blankly into a dead space. Service was friendly and helpful. I started with a cup of oyster stew. The broth was very good with a unique spice i could not put my finger on. The stew was also loaded with Oysters. I also had 2 tacos, the 1st one was fired founder and the other was fried scallops. Both had shredded cabbage and an outstanding mango salsa. While I like the scallops better, the fish was massive and cooked perfectly. The wife ordered soft shells after the server told us they were fresh which I thought was odd as they normally are not in season until March. Regardless she enjoyed them very much. The wife also had to try the Steamed potatoes. Steamed potatoes must be an OBX thing as outside a seafood boil we never really seen them served on their own yet but almost all restaurants seem to serve them. Again another part of her meal she enjoyed. Finally the wife had a side order of hush puppies which came with an amazing dipping sauce which seemed to be a cross between a browned butter sauce and candied apple. Trust me you need to try this. read more

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Food service was amazing. Our waitress gave great recommendations, we loved everything we got. As an appetizer we got the crab meat w butter and my 1yo did not want to share!! My husband got the fried oyster sandwich and the crab soup as his side. He could not stop talking about how good it was. He also ordered the blue crab & our waitress showed us how to open it (by basically opening all of it for us lol) and lastly I got the shrimp tacos. Probably the best I've ever had. It was a little spicy which I loved. All in all 10/10 experience. read more

We had our doubts when we saw the place. We went inside anyway and had one of the best meals ever. The soft shell crabs and soft shell tacos were delicious. read more

Ordered a to go order had some steamed shrimp and corn all was really good food was ready I'm a timely matter

I had lunch today during the soft shell crab week on the Outer Banks. The seafood here is always fresh and well prepared. We sat at a stainless steel bar, with brown paper as our table cloth. Our server fixed me up with 4 soft shell crabs and ear of steamed corn on the cob. It was super. read more

I Got Your Crabs - Me - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

I tool a trip to the OBX and i was looking for some good seafood at first I was hesitant, there are many seafood restaurants around in the area but not all have a good food, however this place didn't disappointed me. I got a soft crab sandwich and was very delicious and good size, i had some steam potatoes and they were very well seasoned, my friend got some crab legs and fried crab with cheese broccoli, that was her first time trying both and she was very satisfied. ( i want to thank you to the waitress unfortunately i forgot her name but she was very helpful, she helped my friend and explained to her how to eat and extract the meat from the crab she was so patient). Definitely this is a place that i would recommend. read more

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Our first time and what a great experience. An unassuming dining room with red dining counter seating. There was some table seating as well. Small place. Our server promptly greeted us with the traditional sheet paper table covering you find in most crab eatery. Highly recommend the crab bisque. read more

Still AMAZING!!! Stopped back in and all the food was still so good! We had crab legs, fried shrimp taco, crab soup, and hush puppies and one dish was just as good as the next. Service is still great, and they make you feel right at home. Always make sure you have what you need/want. The place is still the same small size but if you work it at the right times (getting there early you won't have a problem! read more

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Great seafood! We ordered oyster and shrimp tacos, flounder fish sandwich, and fried shrimp. We also ordered catfish from the a la cart which was 2 nice sized pieces of fish. Everything was great! We'll definitely visit again on our next trip! read more

I've been coming to this place for 15 years and it has always delivered. No better place on OBX to get fresh, delicious seafood and great service. It's a little hole in the wall, simple and modest. Go at off times or be prepared for a wait. This is always our first and main choice for the best seafood anywhere...raw oysters, fried shrimp tacos, soft shell crab, hush puppies. All incredible! read more

Holy cow, this place is so fresh and delicious! Service is also very friendly and surprisingly fast. Top-notch, cannot recommend enough. read more

I Got Your Crabs - Fried oysters - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

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Awesome takeout of blue crabs and shrimp! Tools and seasoning for everything we need to have a boil!

To be perfectly honest, we popped in late after a day of running around and sightseeing and going to lighthouses. We came in and we seated at the bar. Everyone was super friendly... Now here comes the buttttttttt..... One person in the group wanted to have blue crab, and immediately asked what were the prices for the blue crab they told us $80 for a dozen crabs 40 for six... Then we asked if they were number ones or number two the response was medium so to my assumption that would mean the number to $80 for medium Crabs for 12 is crazy .... our waitress who was very sweet and nice. It was her first night so when we asked about the cost, she asked the more experienced person who was there. So we all ordered sodas and tea and a crab nachos to start which would've been great but the cheese sauce was weird and kind of grainy clearly it came out of a can... My other friend ordered a pound of shrimp stained and broccoli with cheese. It was about 10 medium shrimp, which were not a pound. They were steamed and white and naked no season but that broccoli and steamed cheese that was really good. My other friend and I ordered the crab bisque. It was absolutely awful. It was extremely salty and had way too much Sherry in it, It was like the soup was already made, and when they warmed it up, they may have thrown in a little bit of extra Cheri, which didn't have time to cook into the bisque... my friend who wanted the hardshell crabs and ended up getting tacos and those were mediocre. Would I ever go there again no and I rarely ever have something about a restaurant that I can't find nice to say other than their steamed broccoli with cheese is one point. read more

If fresh and tasty seafood is what you're looking for, this is the spot to go to. It tastes like they just caught it fresh from the Atlantic Ocean and fried it up. I had fish tacos with mango and other toppings, crab, and waffle fries. The service is fast and friendly. The staff stay positive and emit good vibes and are super attentive. The vibes and ambiance were warm and inviting. I got my crabs here and I hope you get yours here too. Highly recommend stopping here for yummy seafood, good times, and good vibes! read more

I Got Your Crabs - Silver fish taco and crab meat taco and waffle fries - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

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Great seafood and service. Portions are large and perfectly prepared. Had the calamari appetizer and fried oyster plate with hush puppies. Calamari was delicious and tender. Platter was listed as having a dozen oysters, but it seamed more like two dozen. We ate at the counter and they only have two booths. Small place but worth the wait if busy. read more

Beginning of trip, we hit "I got your crabs." My first impression of blue crabs on the island was quite favorable. Service was quick and friendly. Ordered the crab nachos which will become a theme on the island. We also ordered a dozen medium steamed blue crabs. O.M.G. Nachos were a lightly fried wonton chip. So airy and crisp with crab in every bite. I ate so much that when the whole crabs arrived, I was already stuffed. But, stuffed or not I ate more of these tasty critters. We had leftovers, which we heated at the hotel and enjoyed a second meal. Cute little bar with counters and bar stools. Brown paper is put on the stainless steel counters. Located in a little strip mall, parking was plentiful since we got there early. It was completely full when we left. A good place for good food. read more

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If you're seeking a a variety of seafood from a place that specializes in shellfish and oysters then I Got Your Crabs is the place to check out. Instead of your seaside patio its setup resembles a diner in a strip mall. Wait for a seat at the counter and you'll get a great view of the seafood coming out of the kitchen as well as the crabs by the register. We started with the crab bisque which created us not only with great flavor but with delicious small chunks of crab. The meals were large servings and my whole family was stuffed. The breading on the soft shell crab was good and not overpowering, allowing me to enjoy the taste of the crab. The fried shrimp was also very good and One of the brown sugar sauce for the sweet potato fries stole the show! If you're seeking great shellfish options check out I Got Your Crabs. The variety of options read more

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First, if you're in the OBX and you don't stop here, have you really been to the OBX? We stopped in and placed an order to go so that we could bring it back to our extended family party and of course when we realized they had merch, that just doubled our order total. Does everyone. now have matching t-shirts. Absolutely. Is it going to be on the front of our Christmas card this year? You bet. Steal my idea? I hope you do. Now to the food - everyone loved it. From the crab snobs to those that would eat a cheeseburger at a fish market. The hush puppies were amazing and we loved everything. The star minus is because I explained that I was allergic to gluten and dairy and ordered the edamame which ended up being cooked in a boatload of dairy and we weren't advised of that. One bite made it very obvious, but it was not a fun night for me. Still recommend them, and fortunately I had already eaten my scallops that they had correctly prepared and those were delicious. read more

Hole in the wall place. Excellent seafood, maybe not the most friendly service but that seems like their vibe. Would definitely recommend checking it out but I can imagine it gets packed in the summer. We had a variety of items and everything was extremely fresh and tasty! read more

Walk in and eat at the counter. All fresh seafood made, shucked to order! Yum. You will enjoy the food. read more

I Got Your Crabs - Crab nachos, 1/2 dozen oysters, a scallop roll and a lost colony IPA - what else does anyone need? Yum. - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

Amazing, fresh seafood fairly priced and very sweet staff! We came back two days in a row.

Real authentic fish shack!! Counter service was fun. The servers were exceptional. The crab amazing. My SIL got the oysters and crab chowder. It had a fun vibe and we talked w those sitting around us. I LOVED the story of the man who started the business. Make sure to read the back of the menu. Lots of regular locals. read more

I Got Your Crabs - Raw oysters - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

This was my second time at I Got Your Crabs and was a great second visit! We arrived at 4:30 on a Friday night (right before it started to pour) and almost the whole counter was available, so we were seated right away. I ordered the blue crab nachos (off the appetizer list) as my entree and they were wonderful! Topped with plenty of shredded blue crab, delicious cheese sauce (not fake nacho cheese), red onion, chives, and tomatoes. The chips are not tortilla chips, but rather freshly fried wanton chips. It was definitely large enough for two people to share and I didn't finish it all because I got plenty full! read more

I Got Your Crabs - Blue Crab Nachos - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

We ate here 3 times the week we stayed in NC. Seriously! It's that amazing. Locals know it. It was intimidating the first time as we didn't know the routine because it was jamming. They do a great job of handling the demand. Blue shell crab - how can you go wrong? I foresee a road trip to return in the future. You can give me crabs anytime! read more

The service was excellent, the waiter was very attentive and sweet to my daughter. It's a small restaurant with about two booths and bar stools. I went specifically for the blue crab sandwich but was not a fan at all. The crab tasted stale and was too fried. On the other hand, the shrimp tacos were delicious! It had a nice kick to it with a mango sauce. Overall, not anything too special but a good local bar. read more

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Great fried shrimp and fries. Awesome cocktail sauce. Quick service. I thought slightly overpriced.

Always consistent in quality, freshness and service. The staff here is very friendly and they work very hard to provide great service. Their food is hot and delicious. Today I ordered their fried shrimp sandwich and a basket of steam shrimp. The fried shrimp was a generous portion and it came with a side of waffle fries. Summer time is very busy at this locally owned shop. We like to eat super early like at 4:00p. There's available tables and the food comes out quickly. Just a tip for those who want to try out this place. read more

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First time in the OBX and we were looking for a place to have lunch, after checking the reviews, we decided to give this place a try. We started with a Pinot Grigio, then the wife had the soft crab plate with hush puppies (the portion was great we ended taking some hush puppies to the hotel). I had a total of four tacos = two orders; (what can I say I was hungry). I had one taco each; Crab Meat, Steamed Shrimp, Soft Crab and Flounder. Just an order of two would have been perfect as the portions were pretty good plus I had a side order of delicious potatoes. The service was excellent with the servers always checking if everything was ok. The place is a little on the small side but with great food, great service and nice people it does get busy. Next time we're in the area we will be back. Highly recommend! read more

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This place is a no frills crab place that runs efficiently and quickly. We got crabs, shrimp, fries, and mushrooms and the pricing was low $100. Great price for the amount of food we got. Loved the food and the crabs were cooked perfectly. The crab stuffed mushrooms though were just cheese and really no presence of crab at all. read more

I Got Your Crabs - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

My husband and I recently visited I Got Your Crabs in Kitty Hawk, NC, and both opted for the fried shrimp platter. The shrimp itself was solid--nicely cooked and enjoyable. Lightly fried. He chose hush puppies as his side, which were a highlight--crisp, flavorful, and easily the best part of the meal. I went with the waffle fries, and unfortunately, they were a letdown. They lacked any real appeal. Skip the waffle fries. The sauces served alongside--tartar sauce, a brown sugar butter mix, and a spicy mayo--were underwhelming and not what we'd hoped for to complement the shrimp and hush puppies. We might give the place another shot and try the crab next time, as it's their namesake, but we weren't blown away on this visit. Seating-wise, the outdoor area is just two picnic tables in a parking lot, which wasn't ideal for us since we had our dog along. It felt cramped and uninviting. So we opted for take-out. Overall, a mixed experience--some hits, some misses. We'd consider returning, but it's not a must-visit based on this outing. read more

First off was drawn to this place by the name! We sought out this place due to beginning of blue crab season and daily fresh catches. We dined in and were quickly seated and served. The place has a lot of foot traffic from dine in to carry out and loved seeing that so many locals frequented. We tried the oyster Rockefeller, and it included plenty of fillings, I enjoyed their twist on this dish. I tried soft shell crab tacos, fried shrimp tacos and the hush puppies. Our waiter was great and provided recommendations for how to order soft shell crab since it was my first time trying! The hush puppies came with a sweet sauce, I'm sure if I asked for tartar sauce it would have been provided. Overall would recommend they did not have any blue crab during our visit but had other crab available on the menu, so would recommend calling in advance if you are in search of a specific item. read more

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Delicious, but beware of the credit card fee, bring cash. Weak disclosure- they have a clear sign to not linger, but not about this 4% charge except on the final bill. Somehow, when I went to get cash, I became the problem it seemed by the owner's attitude. I guess few have ever questioned it? Other than that, everything was great - best oysters Rockfeller I've ever had, and soft crab were fresh and fried perfectly. Corn and red potatoes very good. Wanted to tip the cook but in the melee that followed, I overlooked it. read more

Great food and service. Wanted seafood and this place hit the spot. Enjoyed soft shell crab & shrimp tacos. Would definitely go back if in area again. read more

I Got Your Crabs - Left side soft shell crabs and red potato Right side shrimp tacos - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

We stopped here for lunch and were pleased with what we were served. Servers are friendly and attentive even though busy with lots of customers. Drinks refilled frequently--we got sweet tea (half unsweet) and it was delicious and refreshing. The place is clean, bustling. Mostly sit-at-the-counter service. Their steamed crabs looked great peeking at food brought to other patrons! Take cash to pay for your meal otherwise there's an almost 5% charge to use credit cards! We will go again! read more

I Got Your Crabs - Naked steamed scallops and Grandpa's salad - Seafood Near Me - Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

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