E Crab Cajun Seafood & Bar

2521 South Rd, Poughkeepsie
(845) 366-3470

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Bonnie na

IS THIS A RESTAURANT OR A SCAM!? It says they are open every day from 11:30AM to 10:00PM. On Sunday night I ordered food online at 9 o’clock. Got the confirmation email at 9:02. My boyfriend pulls up at 9:40 to the door locked and no answer on the phone. he finally found someone in the parking lot and they never made our food. Had audacity to tell him that we didn’t order from there until he showed them my bank statement of them literally taking the money out of my account. They took the money and I got no food. I went there yesterday after work around 7PM (THREE hours before they close) and they were closed… today is Tuesday and I STILL haven’t been able to get in touch with them….smh I wish I could make this up.

John Y

I have eaten at plenty of inferior “crab boil” places at double the price in Manhattan. Steam is a superior technique for heating food compared to boiling in heavy spiced broth. You have better control over the heat, cooking, it’s a lot more sanitary.I don’t know why other reviews are not five stars but at these low prices you need to have frozen seafood and order it in bulk to make sure you get it fresh. Service is solid. The food is both good and consistent.This place does it right. I have come here many times and will bring friends and family when they come to visit.

Jake Genck

Nice Atmosphere, nice host. Food was pretty good. Some of it came out hot (with heat), some didn't. Also the spicy hot wasn't at all. Same prices as the other local crab spot. About $25-40 person minimum

Trista Polo (Trista's PL8STORY Podcast)

A friend recommended this as a good alternative to Red lobster. She said that Red lobster has become too salty... So why not? My husband's favorite birthday dinner is crab and he shall be appeased! This place is new, it used to be a diner. I never liked it when it was a diner to be honest. But it's completely renovated it's more open and spacious and bright. The decor is in keeping with the seafood and crab feel. There are lots of license plates on the wall but being a license plate aficionado myself I'm going with they are fake for ambiance purposes only. This is backed up by the fact that this is actually a franchise with 52 locations. It was later in the evening when we went so there weren't too many people which could be the reason why our service was slower because there just wasn't the hopping energy of lots of tables to manage. The food was good and came out in a blown up turkey bag filled with lots of delicious crab and flavor. We had a couple of appetizers, but skipped dessert.While we were there the TVs that were turned on to various stations around the restaurant changed to the next show which was 20/20. The sound was off but it appeared to be a show about a teacher that had killed his wife. I asked our waitress if we could have something not having to do with murder on the TV while I was eating. She said she would take care of it but it was never changed. Could this be part of the conspiracy the TV show was probably talking about? Hard to say but I would have preferred something a little less murdery to have in the background while I was eating. Bib, hand wipe, and gloves were all provided.Now on to the bathroom. I'm disappointed that they clearly did a lot to update the restaurant and ignored the bathroom. It was the same tired tiled place I remembered from when it was a diner. It felt like a missed opportunity. They did have touchless paper towel and hand soap dispensers. And it was generally clean. But because it hadn't been renovated like the rest of the restaurant, it occurred to me as dingy which affected my ability to see it as clean. I'm sure that was just perception I didn't actually observe anything unsanitary. The paper towel dispenser was empty so I flipped the switch on my way out to let them know the place needed attention. I didn't go back to confirm if they gave it the attention I requested. I would pee here again.Follow me for more reviews of where I have been and where I have gone. ?

Lisa Henry

We wanted to love this place, but…. My friend shrimp po boy was flavorless and the bread was stale. My husband got a bunch of seafood with Cajun seasoning in a bag. It was okay at first however as he began eating more it just didn’t taste right. He was sick for days afterwards. Not good at all! Aside from that, we ordered steamed oysters and they were gritty and tasted like dirt- not at all what we have experienced other places

Holly Mane

Just go to tasty crab . I seen not one not two but SEVERAL ROACHES.

Sarah Gram

Could not give a full 5 stars . It was very close though . My food was amazing (maybe a little more seasoning for fried shrimp) the service was amazing , I had Jamir and he was very pleasant . Now why I’m upset is because when we first came in the host (Chinese girl) was on her phone and didn’t even see us standing there . Then to make matters worse when leaving she’s smoking a cigarette and blew the smoke RIGHT IN MY CHILDS FACE. That’s not how you conduct a business and when I said something to her asking can she not do that she rolls her eyes and kept talking on the phone . I asked to speak to the manager and she was very sweet and gave us cake for us being upset because we really enjoyed ourselves besides the stuff with the host. Overall I would most likely come back ! Hopefully the host will be nice the next time !!

Robert Soneira

Tried it twice. They’re still working out the kinks of a restaurant kitchen. 1st time asked if the oysters are fresh? I was told they were frozen. Skipped that appetizer. Today they brought out the appetizers and the meal at the same time. Server didn’t really know the menu, when asked about the garlic bread, didn’t know it was on it.Decor is nice.

Kenneth Churchill

The best part of the food I had here was the soda. The hosts barely acknowledge your presence, waitstaff didn't even ask how the food was until we were done (which I barely ate half of). This place makes Red Lobster look like a 5 restaurant.Never again. Steer clear!!!

Alberta Prieto

My cousin and I found this spot, and the food is great! Service is good also. The 1st time we went we ordered 1 of almost everything on the menu. Everything was delicious! Go here if you want great tasty food!

Nk Nikki

Good place. The food is delicious. Provide a variety of options. Everyone is satisfied. Will definitely come back in the future.

Colby Kelland

As a first time customer, I was definitely pleased with my visit! Food came out fast & service was excellent. My server was Jayden, was very helpful with the menu option selections. 10/10

ivan chen

This is my favorite restaurant. I go there often. The food quality is high and the price is good. I like to enjoy rich food in this place.

KFK88

No wait time to be seated and the food was served hot and ready. We had a great time there. The food is what you expect, delicious!!

Jiaqi ZHENG

Such Great customer service and Great food!! Definitely recommendHad crab legs with corn and potatoesThe fried pickles were goodThe crab meat fries OMG SO GOOD! A must try item

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