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    The Drunken Crab

    4.2 (783 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Beer tower

    We came here with our bachelorette group and it did not disappoint!!! The service was amazing, our server was very kind, and quick, the food was phenomenal, and the beer tower was the cherry on top! I would recommend this place to anyone. They even had some great options that were not seafood and the kids menu was a great too! 10/10 RECOMMEND

    Beet tower !

    We came here on a bachelorette trip and had the BEST time! The staff surprised us with a free beer tower which was such a fun and thoughtful touch. We all got the crab bags and everything was so flavorful, fresh, and messy in the best way. The corn chowder was seriously amazing too!! definitely a must order. Great food, great service, and such a fun vibe for a group night out. We'll definitely be back!

    Jocelyn G.

    Came here while vacationing with the Mrs. Ordered a seafood boil with crabs, mussels and shrimp. Food came out hot. I enjoyed a cider while I was there. I don't think that they have any hard liquor. My server had a great personality. I enjoyed my boil, although I wish the sauce was a little bit thicker like in used to. However, the flavor and mild spice level was good. My wife ate her share the next day and liked it. She also enjoyed the spice level.

    Fish and chips
    Cecilia O.

    Great customer service. The fresh fish and chips were amazing. It was enough for two. We got dollar oysters for happy hour, so arrive early and you will definitely get amazing service. Miles was a delight, very attentive. Everything we asked for he did in a very kind and friendly manner, but most importantly, very fast.

    Best night ever! Came here for a birthday celebration and had such a great time. Great service, great food, great drinks. Would recommend for any occasion, large group or small group. So fun!

    Iryna N.

    Great Food, Terrible Service The food was flavorful and interesting, but the service was awful. The teenage staff seemed disinterested, slow, and more focused on chatting and judging customers than doing their jobs. We had to repeatedly ask for water, food, and the bill. To top it off, we overheard servers mocking other diners, and we received judgmental looks for sharing a single plate. Location is great, atmosphere is regular, nothing special. it is the main street in Santa Barbara. I'd love to enjoy the food again, but not at this location. The staff ruined the experience.

    Mia H.

    I went here for my partners birthday. I thoroughly enjoyed it! I was not let down. We got two pounds of shrimp and one pound of crab legs. Rice and fries also a must! The workers were very nice and I liked how they sprayed down the booths before bringing in a new party. Would recommend if I was in SB and craving seafood boil. They do have a 15% service fee and a charge for eating at the restaurant. I understand they have to do this since cleaning up can be tough... so not a problem there (especially for dinner). But just to keep in mind!

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    Our experience was not very good; the service was poor, and the food was so-so. The worst part was that we were required to pay an additional 17% on the bill--2% for dining indoors and a 15% gratuity. The tip should be optional, based on the service received, and there should be no extra charge for dining inside; I have never encountered such a fee at other restaurants.

    Fried Shrimp and Cajun Fries
    Fancy G.

    I love seafood boil. I saw this place in Downtown Santa Barbara and decided to give it a try. It's right at the entrance so you don't get all the ambience that's right at the heart. I still tried it. Service was a 10 all staff was so friendly and attentive to your needs. It wasn't crowded just very chill. The seafood boil could have had more sason (flavor) to it. It was pretty bland compared to many other places I have tried. However the fried shrimp and fries were perfect!

    Patty ready to eat
    Genezaret C.

    We came for an early Sunday dinner and it was packed! Luckily, we were seated quickly. Our server was kind and gave us a couple minutes to settle in to look at the menu. When he returned, we were ready to order drinks and food. We both ordered the 1lb shrimp Louisiana style- 2 potatoes, 2 corns and a sausage. I got 2 of the 3 sauces and requested medium spice. If you've never been here, they give you bibs and gloves because of the seafood. In the past, the gloves were these plastic ones that ripped so easily. Now, they have these good quality black gloves! We were so impressed and our hands stayed clean the entire time- no rips! I would've given them 5 stars but they don't inform you that 15% tip is already included... and then they bring you the receipt to sign. So you get ready to tip again, but we like to double check our receipts so we noticed that. I'm used to gratuity being included when you have a part of 6 or more. Besides that, I'd come back. Food was good and vibes excellent.

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    Fish and shrimp had too much breading. Fries were hot. Service was pleasant. The ambience was a bit shabby.

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    Staff was super helpful. There was a mistake on my order via DoorDash but Emilio got that fixed in no time. Very professional.

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    I had such a great experience, friendly atmosphere, the food was amazing , definitely coming back , highly recommend!!!

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    Elliot was super nice and recommended really good food. She's was super quick and checked up on us. The restaurant was super clean.

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    Greta service great food and welcoming vibe I highly recommended with this or other locations.

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    Are you dog friendly?

    Yes!

    What's their happy hour deal?

    Tues - Fri 4-6pm $1 oysters and $5 pints Sat - Sun 12-4pm $1 oysters and $18.95 bottomless mimosas

    Are there heaters on the patio(s)? TIA

    At this time we do not have heaters on our back patio. The front patio has heaters.

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