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Welcome To Crafty Crab Brandon
Nestled in the heart of Brandon, Florida, Crafty Crab Brandon offers an inviting seafood dining experience. Known for its flavorful seafood boils—particularly the snow crab and headless shrimp mixt, seasoned with their signature "boom" sauce—the restaurant prioritizes freshness and quality. Customers rave about the attentive service and clean atmosphere, making it a great spot for both casual diners and families. In addition to the vibrant flavors, the restaurant features a variety of fried options, from catfish to clams. While some patrons noted the lively music, the overall ambiance, combined with delicious dishes, ensures a satisfying visit that will have you coming back for more.
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Snow Crab Legs
Sausage
Fried Calamari
Cheese Stick
Crab Meat Fries
Wings
Crab Cake
Fries
Onion Rings
About
Crafty Crab Brandon
Welcome to Crafty Crab Brandon, a seafood haven located at 704 E Brandon Blvd in sunny Florida. This vibrant eatery invites seafood lovers on a journey of flavor, boasting a reputation for delightful seafood boils that leave patrons yearning for more. With a dedicated phone line at +1 813-278-5111, it’s never been easier to dive into a menu brimming with fresh, high-quality seafood.
As I stepped into Crafty Crab, I was immediately struck by the inviting ambiance. The restaurant is clean, spacious, and designed to ensure a comfortable dining experience—perfect for social gatherings or a casual meal. Customers rave about the attentive service they receive; friendly hosts and knowledgeable servers are at the ready to assist you in navigating the menu, which may seem complex at first glance.
When it comes to the culinary offerings, Crafty Crab is renowned for its flavorful seafood boils. The standout dish among many is the snow crab and headless shrimp boil, enhanced by their signature “boom” seasoning—a harmonious blend of spices that strikes just the right balance between savory and spicy. Reviewers have noted that the medium spice level imparts just the right kick without overwhelming the palate.
Crafty Crab is not just about the food; it’s about the experience. Guests like Sharlene Javier have shared that time spent here was punctuated by great service and a refreshing glass of sweet tea—perfect after a rich meal. However, it’s wise to take your time with the menu; as Sarah Nicole Gambalie aptly pointed out, some items may surprise you in terms of pricing, especially when exploring the lunch specials or combos.
What truly elevates Crafty Crab is the personal touch. Many patrons, including Jamileh Wilson, have commented on the outstanding service from the staff, who are eager to ensure you enjoy every aspect of your meal. Whether you try the catfish basket, fried oysters, or the delicious hush puppies, you can expect every dish to be seasoned with care and presented beautifully.
Crafty Crab Brandon is more than just a dining spot; it’s a destination for seafood aficionados seeking an elevated experience coupled with exceptional customer service. The restaurant has garnered a loyal following—those who appreciate the combination of fresh ingredients, robust flavors, and warm hospitality. On your next outing in Brandon, don’t miss the opportunity to feast at Crafty Crab and indulge in a memorable seafood experience. You might just find yourself planning your next visit before you even leave the table!
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“ I am on a quest to try all the seafood boil places in the area. This was a very flavorful stop. The restaurant is very clean and has plenty of room. The service was great from the host and the server. The bartender was running late so we couldn't get a cocktail. But the sweet tea was fresh and refreshing. I was a little confused at ordering time so make sure you take your time to read the whole menu. The "lunch special" is a la carte, and actually more expensive than the combo on the regular menu, if you are getting headless shrimp and snow crab. Regardless of pricing, the seasoning (the boom - mix of all three flavors they offer) was just right. Not too salty. And medium spicy was just that. Just a kick. I would revisit again due to proximity and not a bad experience. ”
“ We got the snow crab and headless shrimp mix boil with the mixed spices/sauce -“boom” - it had great flavor! Our waitress was very kind and we would definitely go back! Only complaint the music was a bit loud to converse ... but all and all very good experience! ”
“ My parents and I came here for the first time today and we had a great experience. It was not very busy since we came around 4pm, it was not busy so we were the only ones in there we ordered a catfish basket, snow crab special, and fried oysters fried clams and hush puppies, all together it came to about 92. Everything was seasoned well we definitely enjoyed the food and to top it all off our server Charli was amazing she was very honest and straight forward about the menu and the food and she made sure we had everything we needed so that just made it all that much better, I will be back !! ”
“ Had an amazing experience at Red Lobster! The food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. But what really made our visit special was our server, Faith. She was incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. Her great attitude and friendly service made our meal even more enjoyable. Highly recommend! We’ll definitely be back! ”
“ This place exceeded my expectations. The customer service was wonderful from the moment we walked in. The waitress was friendly and attentive. She helped us choose our food since we weren't very familiar with sauces and made sure the food wasn't too spicy. Our dishes came out quickly and were beautifully presented. The seafood tasted amazing in the butter garlic sauce. This is definitely one of the best places to eat in Brandon. ”
“ We were very happy with our server, Charlie. She was super friendly and didn't make fun of how messy we were eating. The shrimp, muscles and oysters were AMAZING! I was even given a rose for mothersday. We will definitely be back!! ”
“ After visiting this location it is much better than Jacksonville! The BOOM sauce was something seriously amazing. Charlie was a wonderful server! Very attentive and on time. We loved it and will be back! ”
“ Fresh seafood offered at decent prices. Service was excellent. if you were looking for oysters such as the more delicate flavors, skip this place for oysters. It was the more bland tasting ones instead of the sweet ones. They are good cooked in my opinion so their deep fried offering and such would be great. We did the small platter 41.99 and the blue crabs because they were in season. Everything tasted fresh. Pro tip:The smaller blue crab takes a lot of work to eat which also means a lot more time, so keep that in mind if you're in a rush to go anywhere. Parking is available in a medium sized lot dedicated to the restaurant. You can access it from the main road, or there's a side Alley you can get to it by as well. ”