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    The Boiling Crab

    4.3 (719 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Good for groups

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    Emanuel V.

    Came here about 3 days ago with my sister. I know this place gets busy, but the wait was honestly longer than expected. Not sure if it was just bad luck or what, but I noticed people who arrived after us were getting seated before us, which was frustrating. If it wasn't for that, I would've easily given this place 5 stars. Once we got inside, everything changed. The service was amazing -- servers and bussers were constantly checking in, refilling drinks, and making sure we had everything we needed. Easily 10/10 service once you're seated. The food? Delicious. Seriously, no complaints there. Just a heads up: if you don't like garlic, this might not be your spot because they don't hold back. But overall, the flavors were on point and definitely worth it. They really don't have much competition in what they do. Just wish the front-of-house experience matched how great everything else was.

    King crab
    Melanie O.

    First time here and I absolutely loved it! Right when you walk in, they're super upfront about the menu and what's already sold out, which I appreciate. The hostess was so nice and the server as well, she answered all of my questions and even made sure to explain prices as I ordered so there were no surprises. Also, the walls with all the writing on them are such a cool touch. I totally get the hype!

    Alejandra C.

    This easily ranks in my top three restaurants. I've been coming here for years and never get tired of the shrimp bag whole shebang mild, it's just that good. I highly recommend adding corn in the bag for extra flavor. I always go for the rice and sweet potato fries, and the fried catfish is absolutely delicious. Even the Coke tastes better here less syrupy, if that makes sense. Service is pretty quick once you're seated, even though the place is usually packed. The wait can get long at times, but it's definitely worth it. Bathrooms are always clean and the restaurant is always kept tidy.

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    Rebekah B.

    This location is doing everything right . Service was great and food was fire. There are a lot of knock offs out there but when I first moved to LA 16 years ago I used to frequent the boiling crab in K-town. The quality of the food is just better. I highly recommend the snow crab and the fried shrimp.

    Tosha L.

    Hadn't been to Boiling Crab in years, so I was very pleased to see a new'ish location close so to me. Service was spectacular and the server made amazing recommendations that were spot on. One of them was adding lemon pepper seasoning to our onion rings...GAME CHANGER (ate them so fast!) Also had a standard bag with sausage, potato, egg, etc... Since this location does not remove the heads from their shrimp, I ordered a fried shrimp basket and used those. It was the perfect addition! Margarita was good too. Standard seating, standard layout. No issues at all. I will return.

    Lauren T.

    Love!! Was craving this & boiling crab definitely delivered! I got shrimp, the whole shebang, medium spice. We shared fries also, which are so good! I appreciated how they gave us gloves & a bib. Definitely helped a lot with mess. I will say that their medium spice level is pretty spicy. I would go with mild if you are debating which level to get! Service is friendly and nice.

    Austin D.

    Long wait but service was great once seated! I had a half pound of the whole shebang shrimp! It was good but I felt like the flavors were to overpowering for my liking. I used to love this place years ago, but I just didn't seem to enjoy it as much. Pricing was great value for the amount of food!

    Margarita with salt rim
    Jessica O.

    Food always come out fresh and fast. Join the waitlist ahead of time because it's usually always pretty busy. The staff are always super attentive and friendly. My favorite seafood boil restaurant in the South Bay.

    Genevieve G.

    Boiling Crab is always a fun time! It's very spacious, clean, and all the workers were so nice. We got the oysters, lobster, shrimp, and sausage in the sha bang sauce. Everything was fresh and the flavor was so good. Parking is easy in the large lot.

    Lemon pepper onion rings
    Bailey C.

    Very yummy food, we decided to try the fried items this time. We usually stick to the seafood boils but changed it up today and it was delicious. Service is also very great.

    Cup of rice
    Katelyn S.

    Came here on a Sunday and only waited about 30 minutes to get seated. Ordered cajun fries, 1lb shrimp the whole sha-bang mild, 1lb of clams the whole sha-bang mild, and a side of rice to share with my husband. The food took a little while to come out and noticed that the sauce that comes in the bag was very little. Not sure if that's the reason they are promoting "extra juicy" for $5 more. Furthermore, the shrimps seemed a little over cooked since they were a little harder to peel, the rice was very dry, and had to flag our server down twice for refills on our drinks and condiments.

    Lorna K.

    This time, they were out of the blue crab, the Dungeness, and crayfish. The hostess was slow to get us. We got the fried options, the fried scallop basket and the fried catfish basket. Tonight was a slow night for a Tuesday. Place is well maintained and clean. Food is fresh and delicious

    Fries, shrimp, potatoe, sausage, rice

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    Food, service, ambiance!!! I love it!!! It's perfect for date night or family dinners

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    Thank you very much, Tania! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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    Omg it was good! Surprise when we went ok eat there it wasn't busy but on our way out it got crowded! Will be back and the food is delicious

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    Ask the Community - The Boiling Crab

    Is takeout available?

    Yes - you order take out by calling or going to the restaurant.

    Do they give an option where they crack open the crab for you?

    Unfortunately no, they don't do it for you but they give you a tool for you to do it.

    What's the average wait time for eating here around 7:30pm?

    Depends on the day of the week. Most likely averaging 1.5 to 2 hours. They may not be able to get you seated..

    Are they are vegetarian sides like rice, beans, or gumbo?

    yes

    Is there an option for cleaned and de gutted shrimp?

    Hi! The shrimp in our seafood boils are served whole and are “peel-and-eat.” If you prefer headless/peeled shrimp, you might enjoy our golden-fried shrimp basket!

    Do you allow take out order for people coming past 7pm?

    Due to lengthy wait times, the new Torrance location is temporarily not accepting takeout orders. We appreciate your patience and we’ll offer takeout orders soon!

    Are we able to take a cake for a birthday celebration? Would you hold it in the kitchen/fridge for us?

    Can we do reservations?

    Sorry, we do not take reservations. Seating is first available.

    Do you have order online or phone?

    Hi, you can place a takeout order by phone or walk-in.

    What are the store hours?

    Mon-Thu 3pm-9pm; Fri-Sat 12pm-10pm; Sun 12pm-9pm

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    Ragin Cajun Cafe - Suzy's Rajun' Cajun'

    Ragin Cajun Cafe

    4.0(2k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    Had to come in for the Ragin Cajun's last call! One last boudin, one last round of oysters, one…read morelast po'boy and one last time to savor the bayou bisque (oh deer God I'm going to miss the bisques!). Grabbed some beignets to go, but kicking myself for not getting the peach cobbler one last time. But will miss the southern hospitality, generosity the owners Lisa & Steve have given to the community. Not just in sponsorships but in their parking lot parties which always showcased great local bands and putting on one hell of a free show for the customers! Their food was always the best this side of the Mississippi and their hospitality the same! Can't wait to see their rebranding and have the same comfort flavors of home!

    A Bittersweet Farewell to a South Bay Icon! I've been coming here (well first in Hermosa then…read moretheir food truck now here) for their entire 31+ years! I couldn't let Ragin' Cajun Cafe close its current chapter without one last visit for that authentic Louisiana soul food. This place has been such a staple in Redondo Beach and South Bay and while I'm sad to see the "Cafe" era end, I'm also excited for what's next - it's sure to be a hit! What I had to say goodbye one last time!? * Seafood Bisque: This was incredibly rich and velvety, as always. You can tell they don't ever skimp on the seafood--it was packed with flavor and the perfect way to start the meal. * Hush Puppies: Golden, crispy, and exactly what a hush puppy should be. They have that slightly sweet cornmeal interior that pairs so well with their savory dishes. Always worth adding! * Combo Jambalaya Plate: A massive portion and pure comfort. The spices were spot on--bold but not overwhelming--and every bite was loaded with meat and perfectly cooked rice. My goto comfort... The Next Chapter: For anyone worried about losing these flavors: don't panic! While Ragin' Cajun is closing, the owner and chef are reopening very soon in the same spot as Redondo Beach Grill. It's the same team and the same talent, so I'm looking forward to seeing how they evolve the menu while keeping that local heart alive. Their email to followers says they will keep a few menu items as well (doesn't say which ones!?) Thank you to the entire crew for years of amazing meals and hospitality. These flavors WILL be missed!! See you at the new, well, same spot (new name and decor!?)

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    Fried crawfish

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    Shrimp By You

    Shrimp By You

    4.4(800 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Eat here all the time - best shrimp boil ever. Their add-ins (corn, red potatoes) and appetizers…read moreare great, too. The thing I've discovered more recently is that ordering take away is really good, too. The broth is so rich that I can eat some and save it in the broth overnight and it reheats REALLY well - just had yesterday's lunch leftovers for lunch today and it was a dream!

    Order: Shrimp Burrito, carne asada burrito, fries, calamari, chips. Garlic bread, rice, bang bang…read moresauce Pros: Reasonable prices, pleasant customer service,cleanliness was on point. The music was good and sports were available if that's your thing Cons: It took 30 minutes to receive our appetizers and at that time I was told they could not fulfill a portion of my order, I withdrew my order of rice and bang bang sauce. After 30 more minutes most of our order came out with the exception of the garlic bread. I was told that it takes a significant amount of time to make and asked if i wanted something else instead. I felt an hour for two burritos was excessive so declined adding anything else. Moments later my bread appeared. It took a full hour and some change to receive our order which I thought was unreasonable, especially since at this point we were the only patrons. Overall: Food was alright, reasonably priced, and portions were aligned with the price. However, I would recommend ordering ahead or anticipate a long wait time. When we went we were one of two patrons but it seemed they had a fair stream of take out orders. I frequent the area but do not live nearby and nothing caught my attention enough to return.

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    The Crab Shack

    3.9(1.5k reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$$

    If you know, you know -- The Crab Shack is tucked away in that back parking structure where Marie…read moreCallender's used to be, surrounded by a few other restaurants. It's one of those "low-key hidden but worth finding" spots. Don't let the location fool you! I went on a Tuesday during the week when it wasn't busy at all -- nice and chill vibes. But babyyy once 6 PM hit? Dinner time activated. The crowd definitely started rolling in and you could feel the energy shift. So just know traffic picks up later in the evening if you're planning a visit. Now let's get into what matters: The staff? Super attentive and kind. I love when servers check on you just enough without hovering. And the food came out HOT. Not warm. Not "it's been sitting." I'm talking steaming, fresh, straight-to-the-table heat -- which is exactly how a crab boil should hit. Portions were generous because I was overly stuffed and still had plenty left over for the next day (which honestly might be the best part). Nothing like reheating a seafood boil and running it back. Thank you for hosting me and my guest -- we had such a good experience. I'll definitely be back for my next crab boil fix lol

    I love me a good seafood boil and unfortunately this place was not that…read more The wait is long, prices are high, quality is below average, and flavor is lacking.... We waited for 30 minutes to be seated even though plenty of tables were open, waited another 30 minutes to place an order, waited another 40 minutes until the food came out. At least the decor was "cute" pretty standard for a seafood boil and had TVs. We got 3 pounds of shrimp with the flavor mix and the spiciest level of heat in addition to some Cajun fries. The seafood was so bland and the fries were so dry with little to no seasoning.

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    The Submarine Crab

    4.6(109 reviews)
    5.8 mi

    It's been a minute since I've have had a seafood boil and man was this place was worth the wait!!…read more I came with a friend on a Wednesday night and thankfully it wasn't too busy. As for food we got the Combo 2 and our choices were shrimp, clams and snow crab. We went with the Torpedo sauce for our boil cause it was a mixture of all their other sauces (garlic butter, classic cajun and lemon pepper) and we got it at a medium spice level. And oh boy oh boy did it set our mouths on fire but in the best way possible!! The sauce was everything we wanted it to be, spicy, savory, garlicky, tangy and just pure indulgence. To calm the heat though we also got cajun fries, rice, Thai tea and Jasmine milk tea. Sharing a meal with a friend is always nice but sharing a meal with a friend here is great. I believe food is the ultimate uniter and I'm happy we chose to go here!! My one and only con is just the location because it was a bit sketchy especially at night but the food and service was so good I think it's still worth it to go.

    This place is a decently sized restaurant in a small strip mall. There is a TV playing sports and a…read morefew advertisements of their food on the walls and windows. The menu lists market price for their seafood, but nowhere to physically see the prices so you must ask the waiter. I ordered a pound of head on shrimp in spicy torpedo sauce (their house combination sauce) and some mild cajun fries for sharing. The shrimp was well cooked and a nice aroma of garlic lingered from the chunks of garlic visible in the sauce. The sauce had decently chunky bits which adhered to the shrimp well enough and was delicious with a nice kick of heat. The shrimp were less than fresh but perfectly palatable. The Cajun fries were lightly seasoned, with a crisp (but not too crunchy) coating, similar to the exterior of an onion ring. They were great for snacking and whetted my appetite well. All in the food was good, but I just wish the shrimp was fresher to lend some subtle sweetness and fresh feeling to the dish.

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    Passion Fruit Juice w/ Jelly

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    Fried Squids- very good

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