We came to the boiling crab on a brisk Wednesday night after two failed attempts trying to eat at other establishments. The service was prompt and polite, and the food was quickly in front of us. We gorge ourselves, with juices dripping down to our elbows as the man in front of us belches and the baby behind us cries. For one little moment everything felt right in my miserable life. Check out the boiling crab! read more

After leaving the Whole Foods across the street, I stopped in around 1:30 p.m. today to order just a side of their sauce, something I've been able to do at several similar restaurants. [[HIGHLIGHT]]When I walked in, I noticed there were no customers which probably should have been a sign.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Since I only wanted sauce, I didn't think much of it. I asked if I could order a container of their sauce and the waitress initially told me there was a $10 minimum order. I've never encountered that at a restaurant, but okay. After I washed my hands and came back out, the same waitress changed the explanation and said it wasn't actually a minimum order but they simply wouldn't sell sauce by itself. I had to drive 14 minutes in the opposite direction to Boil Bay, where I was able to buy two containers of sauce for less money. Overall, this was a frustrating and unnecessary waste of time. read more

I would recommend the boiling crab, but the flavor was okay I've definitely had better when it comes to seafood boils. The service was amazing and she was very detail oriented and told us about all the deals and went through the menu with us. The fries you will get for free once you complete the check-in on yelp. Overall, I give it a 4/5. read more

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Went here Monday with my husband and had a GREAT experience! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is clean with good music[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], we were sat promptly and our sever Deshaye made great suggestions in terms of how much food to get, and what sauces and seasons to get! The crabs and shrimp tasted fresh, and the flavors were fantastic, and a reasonable price for the quantity, especially compared to other places I've been. Will definitely be back for more! read more

Had a wonderful dinner here at the Boiling Crab. Cara our waitress was a sweetheart and took her time explaining all our different options. She was very enthusiastic and a joy to talk to. The quality of the seafood was also good, and the Shabang sauce was my favorite. Tyler the manager was very professional and super kind. He made sure to introduce himself and made sure our experience was amazing! Great hospitality, great food, what could go wrong? read more

The Boiling Crab - Crabby fries - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The service was really nice. The manager answered all of our questions and gave wonderful recommendations since it was my first time there. The food, though, was mid. I wish the corn, potatoes, and sausage were included (instead of extra price) since other seafood boil restaurants that I've been to usually include it. Overall, it was seasoned alright and the shrimp was cooked at the right texture too. I did get takeout and the bibs & gloves were not in my takeout bag, but if I go next time, I will ask for it. read more

The Boiling Crab - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I was looking forward to trying out this place, but was sorely disappointed. My daughter and I came here for lunch today while in the Richmond area. The service was fine, but seafood was average at best. We got a pound of mussels and a pound of king crab legs with one ear of corn, 3 eggs, sausage link and potatoes. The whole shebang seasoning is just too salty. We also got a softshell crab plate with fries. I know it's not in season, but the softshell crabs were just tiny for what they're charging. The king crab was market price, about $70/lb. I think we got 3-4 legs. Definitely not worth it. Total cost for this lunch, including tip was $164. Next time, I'm just going to do it myself. You can get two pounds of king crab legs at Sam's club or Costco for $34. read more

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Food & service was great! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance & location was not the best.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a lot of great specials for students which we thought was nice. read more

Small and quick service has a bunch of different options and was reasonably priced! I would definitely return for another visit

Can't believe Boiling Crab is finally in Richmond!! I've been to many Boiling Crabs throughout southern California, and after having my fair share of seafood boils here in VA, I was so excited try out this newly opened location! As usual I got the shrimp and snow crab legs with the whole shabang sauce, mild spice. The sauce tasted pretty familiar: tasty cajun flavors with abundant garlic pieces and a slightly tangy citrus flavors! The snow crab legs were pretty juicy but the shrimp was a little overcooked in my opinion. I think their menu also features some local things that Californian Boiling Crabs don't have, such as the catfish. The catfish was fried nicely and crispy with a nice light batter. Appreciated how generous they were with 4 thick pieces of catfish plus the cajun fries! The cajun spices on the fries were pretty spot on. I know it just opened so it was a little rough around the edges but it still hits the spot! The servers were really nice and friendly but maybe a little new on the job. The owner/manager also stopped by to check in on us. Love how the naval/seafood decor was similar to that of other Boiling Crabs and the bathroom rooms were clean. Overall this place really brought back memories and the food was tasty!!! read more

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Ordered delivery for boiled shrimp with different seasoning packets (sorry I don't remember which ones) and found it surprisingly flavorful. Would love to go back and get a proper boil. read more

One of the worst and strangest dining experiences I've had in Richmond. My party of 6 were the only people at the restaurant at 6pm on a Friday night and now we know why. We all got our food at different times. At least 10 minutes past between the first and last person receiving entrees. Which was wild because 3 of us got the same fried soft shell crab basket and literally no one else was there. The food wasn't ~bad~ but it was definitely all from a freezer and could have been made better at home. My friend got the chicken tender basket and asked if the tenders could be tossed in the dry lemon pepper seasoning and the "chef" said no and they sent out a ramekin of seasoning ??? The waitress came over mid meal and told us that she could only separate our bill into 4 different checks. We told her that doesn't work for us and we are all paying separately then magically it wasn't "restaurant policy" anymore. Another worker checked us all out and we didn't see our waitress again?? Such a bizarre experience and none of us will return. read more

Amazing huge crab legs! Fried calamari, fried catfish and shrimp so fresh and delicious! Flavors on point . I wished the potatoes and corn were included in the crab order, but overall Service was amazing, [[HIGHLIGHT]]restaurant is very clean and neat![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The closet I'm going to get in Rva that tastes like home in BR, Louisiana. The service is always wonderful & great! Never no issues when placing an order or dining in. read more

First time at boiling crab. Def wasn't busy but not sure it was because the weather wasn't good. Customer service was nice. Portion of food was ok. I feel like it should have been more for what you pay. But the seasoning is really good. read more

The food was tasty! The mussels and the sauce is AMAZING! So much flavor. They even gave us the wings for free as part of a promo they had going on that day. Service was 10/10. Everyone in the restaurant checked on us multiple times and made sure everything tasted good. read more

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The service was absolutely phenomenal. Our server made fantastic recommendations. Our meals were delicious - he ordered the fish and I ordered crab dip. We both had fries with different flavors. Highly recommend. Clean bathrooms! The manager checked on us as well. We will be back. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean environment[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], good customer service, I like the build-your-own system for the seafood boils

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Not a bad place to eat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server was really nice. I really liked the seasoned fries and calamari.

Finally a seafood boil in Richmond that actually has real flavor and seasoning that you can't replicate at home and fresh. Hubby and I gave up after trying all these other from bad (left our food) to merely mediocre and finally gave up. We started making all of our seafood at home since. We know of Boiling Crab back in CA home of some the finest food and where there was always a minimum of 1 1/2 wait. We were ecstatic to find TBC here in VA. We came back at least 5 times since they've been opened. Their lemon pepper fries and fried shrimp baskets are just addictive. Our go to are the snow crabs and clams with potato, corn, and sausage the whole shabang medium I can forgo customer service for good food but customer service here go above and beyond. read more

The Boiling Crab - Friends at boiling crab. - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The Juicy Crab this is NOT! Even tho they may think so. I basically tore up 1/2 of shrimp and had to clean before I ate them. I got rice to pour the sauce on but the sauce was actually just garlic chucks and thick. I basically threw away. My order was the first of the day maybe it was leftover from the night before. My boyfriend even talked with owner who swore it was better than most in the area. It's in a great location and great atmosphere so it got 2 stars. read more

The Boiling Crab - Seafood Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Customer service is beyond amazing. Dee was super helpful and well informed. Also very attentive. Food was good but unlike sauce and toss you have to order everything Al a cart. Which can get really pricey. It is a bit too much and over whelming when ordering. Sauce and toss seasoning is more better but I love how boiling crab gives you a lot of sauce to dip your seafood in. I recommend their steamed rice and calamari to add. Corn is WAY better than other places not over cooked. read more

Came in and tried the Shabang-bang shrimp appetizer medium spice with garlic, Cajun and lemon pepper seasoning! After that got snow crab with potatoes and sausage! The service was welcoming and I was checked on throughout my meal. Aiden and Wen are awesome! Definitely will be back! read more

Service was A1. Seafood was finger licking good. We came in on grad night and staff was very attentive.

Food made my hubbys stomach go inside out when we got home. Tried to sleep with the food on his stomach and woke up in the middle of the night puking his ass off. Server was amazing, loved her, but the food was god awful. We had the fried oysters and jumbo......don't do it people I tell you don't do it. (It's called boiling crab because it literally makes your stomach boil) read more

Husband took me on an "all things new birthday extravaganza" and I love a crab boil! This place was the dinner restaurant of choice. No good, everything was sold in a separate bag and came out sporadically. The seasoning was very salty and there were HUGE garlic chunks throughout the bags. The customer service however was very good, informative, attentive. We were the only people in the place for a Friday night. The shrimp had the heads on and normally that's how they are served but they cut them off because it was my birthday. I couldn't imagine them coming with eyes on them looking at me! lol Everything we ordered was over the top salty. Unfortunately, we won't be back again. read more

Great seafood. The shrimp is so delicious. The host and servers are super friendly. The restaurant mood and feeling is very welcoming.

Two stars for the service but the food is not worth it. Better boils around for less money and won't give you the heartburn of a lifetime. They do serve you your salt and pepper in a ramekin, if that's your thing. read more