The Crab Shack Thao Dien

New crab dishes at the Crab Shack. They tasted really good. The two crabs weighed 750g. Have it with rice, it was just perfect. The seafood tempura (squid + shrimp) is fresh and crispy. The garlic fried noodle, which is a must try in this restaurant, are definitely worth a try.

We honestly didn’t expect much but we were blown away by how good the food is! Crawfish in Cajun sauce is apparently the must-try dish here and for the right reason, the sauce was BOMB! Mud crab with stir-fried vermicelli was super yum too, the Ca Mau crab was super fresh and succulent, vermicelli was perfectly seasoned, very umami. Calamari was fresh and well-done too, but it was certainly outshined by the Cajun crawfish and mud crab. Service was 8/10, a bit lukewarm, make sure to ask for what you want, e.g: bibs/gloves are not provided unless asked. One thing to note is that you should definitely ask to clarify the size of the portion, the smallest mud crab we could get is 800gr; probably best suited for medium to large group dining rather than just 2 people.

I am very happy that the restaurant has opened a new location in Thao Dien. For the past 10 years, I have considered this a seafood paradise, prepared with the utmost care and sophistication. Delicious food, fresh ingredients like eating at the sea 🧜🏻‍♀️, friendly staff and space always bring joy to our group of friends. This is a must-visit seafood address every time I come to Saigon. I hope the owner will open more locations because every time I want to eat, it costs too much money for a plane ticket. 🥲

We came in with moderate expectations, but the food truly exceeded them! The standout was the crab in garlic butter sauce – absolutely rich and flavorful. The restaurant’s crawfish combo was cooked to perfection with fresh, meaty crab and just the right amount of spice. The seafood fried rice was a great complement, packed with flavor and generously portioned. The service was decent, though a bit on the slower side, so be prepared to request items like napkins or tools for cracking the crab. Portion sizes are quite large – ideal for sharing in a group. A single crab could easily serve three people, so plan your order accordingly.

This is our second time to The Crab Shack Thao Dien and both times we have had a great experience. The crawfish are always so tasty and the lobster was equally as tasty. They offer lots of options for toppings and flavorings, so there is something to please everyone's tastes. You even get to pick your own lobster/clams/prawns/etc for them to prepare. The staff is super attentive (can be rare to find in Vietnam), helpful, and very friendly. Overall, highly recommend, you won't be disappointed.

Great quality fresh seafood with solid flavors in every dish. The staff is very professional and ensures you have a great dining experience. We visited both locations in Districts 2 and 3 and found the same high quality of food and service at each. We especially loved the soft-shell crab with salted egg sauce, shrimp Thai’s style, fresh oysters, fresh uni (when in season), Ca Mau crab, calamari, and, of course, the crawfish combo with Cajun sauce. Don’t forget to try the instant noodles with garlic. The prices are fair, and the portions are generous. You can pay by credit card or cash.

If you’re looking for a fun and delicious dinner, it’s the Crab Shack. I loved the cajun seafood boil, they pour it on the table and you get to basically eat with your hands 😅 it’s so much fun!! You get these plastic gloves (they give you as many as you like it yours got too dirty) and they show you how to crack open. I had the Combo 1, especially loved the crawfish, it was soooo tender! I choose spiciness level 2 or 3, already spicy enough for me. But if you’re with other people who like it more spicy, they can give extra spicy sauce on the side. They also have a bunch of other things on the menu if you’re with people who don’t love seafood, like salads, pasta, steak, chicken,… The service is great, if you need help with anything, they are available for you. If you are easily allergic to mosquito bites, maybe ask the staff for a spray, sometimes there’s some that find their way inside.

I can taste the flavours just looking at the great pictures. We visit Crab Shack every time we are in Vietnam after living there for many years. The dishes they serve are nothing short of exceptional. The Cajun crawfish, shrimp, sausage and corn is a must try with garlic noodles and fried rice. We ordered Combo 2. We also tried the mud crab with salted egg and oysters this time and it was delicious. The staff are always attentive and friendly, The Crab Shack should be on your list to try when you are craving seafood. Highly recommended!

New crab dishes at the Crab Shack. They tasted really good. The two crabs weighed 750g. Have it with rice, it was just perfect. The seafood tempura (squid + shrimp) is fresh and crispy. The garlic fried noodle, which is a must try in this restaurant, are definitely worth a try.

We honestly didn’t expect much but we were blown away by how good the food is! Crawfish in Cajun sauce is apparently the must-try dish here and for the right reason, the sauce was BOMB! Mud crab with stir-fried vermicelli was super yum too, the Ca Mau crab was super fresh and succulent, vermicelli was perfectly seasoned, very umami. Calamari was fresh and well-done too, but it was certainly outshined by the Cajun crawfish and mud crab. Service was 8/10, a bit lukewarm, make sure to ask for what you want, e.g: bibs/gloves are not provided unless asked. One thing to note is that you should definitely ask to clarify the size of the portion, the smallest mud crab we could get is 800gr; probably best suited for medium to large group dining rather than just 2 people.

I am very happy that the restaurant has opened a new location in Thao Dien. For the past 10 years, I have considered this a seafood paradise, prepared with the utmost care and sophistication. Delicious food, fresh ingredients like eating at the sea 🧜🏻‍♀️, friendly staff and space always bring joy to our group of friends. This is a must-visit seafood address every time I come to Saigon. I hope the owner will open more locations because every time I want to eat, it costs too much money for a plane ticket. 🥲

We came in with moderate expectations, but the food truly exceeded them! The standout was the crab in garlic butter sauce – absolutely rich and flavorful. The restaurant’s crawfish combo was cooked to perfection with fresh, meaty crab and just the right amount of spice. The seafood fried rice was a great complement, packed with flavor and generously portioned. The service was decent, though a bit on the slower side, so be prepared to request items like napkins or tools for cracking the crab. Portion sizes are quite large – ideal for sharing in a group. A single crab could easily serve three people, so plan your order accordingly.

This is our second time to The Crab Shack Thao Dien and both times we have had a great experience. The crawfish are always so tasty and the lobster was equally as tasty. They offer lots of options for toppings and flavorings, so there is something to please everyone's tastes. You even get to pick your own lobster/clams/prawns/etc for them to prepare. The staff is super attentive (can be rare to find in Vietnam), helpful, and very friendly. Overall, highly recommend, you won't be disappointed.

Great quality fresh seafood with solid flavors in every dish. The staff is very professional and ensures you have a great dining experience. We visited both locations in Districts 2 and 3 and found the same high quality of food and service at each. We especially loved the soft-shell crab with salted egg sauce, shrimp Thai’s style, fresh oysters, fresh uni (when in season), Ca Mau crab, calamari, and, of course, the crawfish combo with Cajun sauce. Don’t forget to try the instant noodles with garlic. The prices are fair, and the portions are generous. You can pay by credit card or cash.

If you’re looking for a fun and delicious dinner, it’s the Crab Shack. I loved the cajun seafood boil, they pour it on the table and you get to basically eat with your hands 😅 it’s so much fun!! You get these plastic gloves (they give you as many as you like it yours got too dirty) and they show you how to crack open. I had the Combo 1, especially loved the crawfish, it was soooo tender! I choose spiciness level 2 or 3, already spicy enough for me. But if you’re with other people who like it more spicy, they can give extra spicy sauce on the side. They also have a bunch of other things on the menu if you’re with people who don’t love seafood, like salads, pasta, steak, chicken,… The service is great, if you need help with anything, they are available for you. If you are easily allergic to mosquito bites, maybe ask the staff for a spray, sometimes there’s some that find their way inside.

I can taste the flavours just looking at the great pictures. We visit Crab Shack every time we are in Vietnam after living there for many years. The dishes they serve are nothing short of exceptional. The Cajun crawfish, shrimp, sausage and corn is a must try with garlic noodles and fried rice. We ordered Combo 2. We also tried the mud crab with salted egg and oysters this time and it was delicious. The staff are always attentive and friendly, The Crab Shack should be on your list to try when you are craving seafood. Highly recommended!