Great food. This lication was so much better than some of the others we have eaten at.
Greatspot to eat at with teens. Love our time to reconnect @healingground.online
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bree Winn
I didnt even eat it all. if they was gonna skimp on the seafood, try maybe providing more potatoes and corn and such.
they brought the food in a bag as if it was worth being in a bag. Just put the one crab leg and 5 shrimps on a dang plate and call it a day. because it's not a seafood boil at this point.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Mia Kampka
【Food safety concern】 Please read before you dine here!!!
What happened during my visit to Crab Town left me feeling deeply uncomfortable, and honestly, DISGUSTED. I'm not someone who typically leaves negative reviews, especially when the food is actually decent. The ambiance was casual and fun--great for seafood lovers and families. We’ve been eating here on a monthly basis, but would NEVER come back again.
But during a recent afternoon visit with my 4-year-old son, I ordered a half portion of snow crab ($19), some boiled veggies, and a kid's meal. The crab came out in a plastic bag with two clusters. Since they were hot, I placed them on my plate to cool while we started eating.
Then something truly shocking happened: A staff member came back and told me they had accidentally served me a full portion instead of a half, and asked if I'd like to pay more. I politely said no, since I had only ordered a half.
She then put on gloves, reached into my plate, and took one of the crab clusters away--clearly intending to serve it to someone else.
This was incredibly disturbing. If staff are allowed to take food from a customer's plate and return it to the kitchen, what does that say about their hygiene practices behind the scenes?
No matter how decent the food might be, this kind of behavior is unacceptable. Customers deserve to know their food hasn't been previously handled or served to others.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Mohamed Alaa
Was happy to have such an amazing cousine
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Scott L
Crab Town – A Flavor-Packed Seafood Boil Experience in Convoy
Nestled in a bustling plaza in Kearny Mesa’s Convoy area, Crab Town is a go-to spot for Louisiana-style seafood boils, drawing a big crowd—especially on weekend nights. The atmosphere is lively and casual, perfect for digging into a messy, satisfying seafood feast.
The décor follows an oceanic theme, with shark and crab wall art, and nautical touches that make you feel like you're on a sailboat adventure. Large screens for sports games add to the fun, though be aware that Padres games may be blocked.
The menu centers around customizable seafood combos, with choices like crawfish, shrimp, crab legs, mussels, and more. You can select your preferred sauce base and spice level from mild to fire (extra spicy), and during special seasons, fresh instead of frozen crawfish are available. I opted for a mix of crawfish and shrimp, both of which were tender and flavorful. The “Crab Town” sauce base is highly recommended — a delicious, bold blend of garlic butter, lemon pepper, and Cajun spices. The moderate one is the right spicy level for me.
Peeling seafood can take some effort, but the restaurant provides a handy guide to make it easier. Dipping the peeled seafood back into the broth takes the flavor to the next level. Next time, I’d go with headless shrimp to enjoy more of the sauce without the hassle.
There are also great appetizers, like raw oysters, fries, butter bread, and chicken wings. I visited during weekday happy hour and scored half-price oysters (fresh and clean) and chicken wings for $0.75 each (minimum six). I asked for plain wings to skip the sauce, and the staff was happy to accommodate.
Service here is warm and attentive. The team was happy to change the TV channel to my preferred game, kept me stocked with paper towels and gloves, and made the overall experience comfortable.
Crab Town offers bold flavors, great service, and a fun vibe—perfect for seafood lovers looking for a hearty and hands-on dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chad Beck
Thank You Jimmy!! All Crawfish!! Hit the spot!! Perfect Louisiana Crawfish Fix!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Taylor
Everything about this place is AMAZING. Always solid seafood boils & friendly staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boil
SM C
Food lacked flavor. It wasn't the best seafood boil, but not the worst either. I've definitely had better. The gloves and bibs were awful. The bibs smelled very strong of paint/plastic fumes. The gloves are not ideal for eating seafood boil. You need something more form-fitting like latex gloves.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Mini Combo
Andrea Carpo
I had the Shrimp Boil lunch special and everything about the meal was delicious! The temperature, portion and flavor I all enjoyed. I enjoyed all the lemon wedges that Wayne gave me as well. I drank the lemon juice to complement the shrimp bites and it was a nice painting. Wayne was very attentive, friendly and kept consistent with checking in. I will definitely plan to be back and try a fried platter.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boil
Chad S
Very delicious. Price is high for what you're getting.
The mini combo was great, the crab town sauce was pretty tasty, a lot of flavors. The calamari and fries were one of the greatest things! The service was very good, they were super helpful and nice. Great place and the prices are pretty good, I’m absolutely coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boil
Arcadio Mora
Very good place. Food was good. The staff was all over the place not very attentive.
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Mild, Seafood Boil, Snow Crab Legs
hansub
One of the plainest sauces I've had and it wasn't incorporated well with the shrimp. The shrimp was good, but lacked flavor.
Jessica Qiu
I ordered the Crab Town Combo for pickup. It was good, however not the best seafood boil I've had. Nothing necessarily wrong with it, it's just that I've had better. I think it's on the cheaper side for a boil with king and snow crab though so it's more budget friendly! The portion size is decent for the price. I do wish it had a little more flavor and sauce. Parking was easy so that's a plus
Great food. This lication was so much better than some of the others we have eaten at.
Greatspot to eat at with teens. Love our time to reconnect
@healingground.online
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I didnt even eat it all.
if they was gonna skimp on the seafood, try maybe providing more potatoes and corn and such.
they brought the food in a bag as if it was worth being in a bag. Just put the one crab leg and 5 shrimps on a dang plate and call it a day. because it's not a seafood boil at this point.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
【Food safety concern】 Please read before you dine here!!!
What happened during my visit to Crab Town left me feeling deeply uncomfortable, and honestly, DISGUSTED. I'm not someone who typically leaves negative reviews, especially when the food is actually decent. The ambiance was casual and fun--great for seafood lovers and families. We’ve been eating here on a monthly basis, but would NEVER come back again.
But during a recent afternoon visit with my 4-year-old son, I ordered a half portion of snow crab ($19), some boiled veggies, and a kid's meal. The crab came out in a plastic bag with two clusters. Since they were hot, I placed them on my plate to cool while we started eating.
Then something truly shocking happened:
A staff member came back and told me they had accidentally served me a full portion instead of a half, and asked if I'd like to pay more. I politely said no, since I had only ordered a half.
She then put on gloves, reached into my plate, and took one of the crab clusters away--clearly intending to serve it to someone else.
This was incredibly disturbing. If staff are allowed to take food from a customer's plate and return it to the kitchen, what does that say about their hygiene practices behind the scenes?
No matter how decent the food might be, this kind of behavior is unacceptable.
Customers deserve to know their food hasn't been previously handled or served to others.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Was happy to have such an amazing cousine
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Crab Town – A Flavor-Packed Seafood Boil Experience in Convoy
Nestled in a bustling plaza in Kearny Mesa’s Convoy area, Crab Town is a go-to spot for Louisiana-style seafood boils, drawing a big crowd—especially on weekend nights. The atmosphere is lively and casual, perfect for digging into a messy, satisfying seafood feast.
The décor follows an oceanic theme, with shark and crab wall art, and nautical touches that make you feel like you're on a sailboat adventure. Large screens for sports games add to the fun, though be aware that Padres games may be blocked.
The menu centers around customizable seafood combos, with choices like crawfish, shrimp, crab legs, mussels, and more. You can select your preferred sauce base and spice level from mild to fire (extra spicy), and during special seasons, fresh instead of frozen crawfish are available. I opted for a mix of crawfish and shrimp, both of which were tender and flavorful. The “Crab Town” sauce base is highly recommended — a delicious, bold blend of garlic butter, lemon pepper, and Cajun spices. The moderate one is the right spicy level for me.
Peeling seafood can take some effort, but the restaurant provides a handy guide to make it easier. Dipping the peeled seafood back into the broth takes the flavor to the next level. Next time, I’d go with headless shrimp to enjoy more of the sauce without the hassle.
There are also great appetizers, like raw oysters, fries, butter bread, and chicken wings. I visited during weekday happy hour and scored half-price oysters (fresh and clean) and chicken wings for $0.75 each (minimum six). I asked for plain wings to skip the sauce, and the staff was happy to accommodate.
Service here is warm and attentive. The team was happy to change the TV channel to my preferred game, kept me stocked with paper towels and gloves, and made the overall experience comfortable.
Crab Town offers bold flavors, great service, and a fun vibe—perfect for seafood lovers looking for a hearty and hands-on dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thank You Jimmy!! All Crawfish!! Hit the spot!! Perfect Louisiana Crawfish Fix!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything about this place is AMAZING. Always solid seafood boils & friendly staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boil
Food lacked flavor. It wasn't the best seafood boil, but not the worst either. I've definitely had better. The gloves and bibs were awful. The bibs smelled very strong of paint/plastic fumes. The gloves are not ideal for eating seafood boil. You need something more form-fitting like latex gloves.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Mini Combo
I had the Shrimp Boil lunch special and everything about the meal was delicious! The temperature, portion and flavor I all enjoyed. I enjoyed all the lemon wedges that Wayne gave me as well. I drank the lemon juice to complement the shrimp bites and it was a nice painting. Wayne was very attentive, friendly and kept consistent with checking in. I will definitely plan to be back and try a fried platter.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boil
Very delicious. Price is high for what you're getting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The mini combo was great, the crab town sauce was pretty tasty, a lot of flavors. The calamari and fries were one of the greatest things!
The service was very good, they were super helpful and nice. Great place and the prices are pretty good, I’m absolutely coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boil
Very good place. Food was good. The staff was all over the place not very attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Crawfish & Shrimp, Garlic Butter, Andouille Sausage, Seafood Boil
Amazing food will definitely return
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Mild, Seafood Boil, Snow Crab Legs
One of the plainest sauces I've had and it wasn't incorporated well with the shrimp. The shrimp was good, but lacked flavor.
I ordered the Crab Town Combo for pickup. It was good, however not the best seafood boil I've had. Nothing necessarily wrong with it, it's just that I've had better. I think it's on the cheaper side for a boil with king and snow crab though so it's more budget friendly! The portion size is decent for the price. I do wish it had a little more flavor and sauce. Parking was easy so that's a plus
Food: 4
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