The Boiling Crab
2053 W Broad St, Richmond
(804) 616-4218
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Went Sunday to hopefully enjoy some snow crab legs and the NFL game. It was empty to my surprise. I was the first person in there at 1pm. The food was cooked very good, but the service was exceptional. From the manager to my server. All I ask that I get a little more crabs legs for that price. 😬 Ended up paying $60 bucks for a LB of snow crab legs, a scallop basket, 2 corn ear buds, and a Modelo, and a half and half drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Excellent service, extremely kind and attentive staff and food was delicious and flavorful. Will recommend to family and friends and be coming again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Highly Recommend! Great food and great service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We made a decision to come here last minute since our original place didn’t work out. SO happy we did! The service was great and the food was tasty. Praying they start getting the traffic they deserve at this location.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dining at The Boiling Crab was a great experience from start to finish. Our server Jaymia was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable about the entire menu. Making my wife feel at ease and providing creative suggestions. When she ordered her boil, Jaymia told us the story of how the boil was made. It added a layer of appreciation to an already delicious boil. We can't recommend this place enough. We’ll be back!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Caught between time and space, heaven and hell, and four lanes of light-to-light traffic, I found myself under the bright lights of The Boiling Crab, where my life (and taste buds) were changed forever.
The crawfish was so fresh that I could have sworn the incorrigible crustacean was talking to me. Maybe it was my wife (not pictured), I couldn’t say. All I know is this, The Boiling Crab is wonderful, a deep sea dive into the mouthwatering oceanic culture that Poseidon himself would find worthy of his sea domain. Apparently he’s also the god of horses, but they seem to bury that lede. Anyway, SPRINT to this establishment. HURRY!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chill place, friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
been coming here for a couple weeks now because I love seafood!
my personal recommendation is to get fresh crawfish, rice, eggs.
staff is very friendly.
as of summer 2025 I've never seen them have blue crab available.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely amazing food!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant is a great option for enjoying seafood with family or friends. It has a wide variety of menu choices and plenty of tables. The service was what I expected, and I really liked the food, especially the catfish. It comes with French fries, and you can choose between Cajun or lemon pepper seasoning. I went with the lemon pepper, and it was delicious—freshly prepared, hot, crispy, and not greasy at all. The only downside is that parking is on the street, so finding an available spot can be a bit tricky.
It has just one unisex bathroom, which is spacious and hygienic. The prices seem fair to me for the portion size and food quality.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
I’ve been here a few times and every time i’ve gone it’s been amazing. The food is always great and the staff is so awesome and made sure our drinks was always full. The manager stopped by our table and told us how much he appreciated our business. highly recommend
Easily the best boil spot in town. Mia was our server. Very nice and very attentive. We got 2 lbs of shrimp, with sausage and potatoes. The seasoning was great...(you can choose your level of spicy) The food came out quick. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, not mealy, shells popped off easily......didn't have to fight the shrimp to eat it. Also...they do have PBR!!! The manager, Tyler was also awesome. Dropped by our table to make sure everything was good, and was very friendly. He also had some good suggestions for the next time we come in. Overall this was a great experience. Staff was rad, food was rad, and I'd fist fight a bus full of nuns for some more of those French fries....(you can choose the spice level of the fries too). Go check this place out!!!
Service is incredible food is immaculate would recommend to eat
This was such a good experience. The food was great and filling. The manager on duty introduced himself to our table out of courtesy and our waitress Cara was amazing! We devoured all of our food and will be back soon.
Good service, fast and good food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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