Trap N Crab

This updated review is brought to you in part by, "first impressions aren't always necessarily the lasting impressions".Since the original inception of this place and our initial discovery, something has been wavering just a bit. The consistency.Ultimately, the food still tastes as great as it did the first time we ever ordered it. However, there have been a number of inconsistencies in their execution. But to name a few, there's things like..Lack of white sauce, too much white sauce, too much spice, forgotten proteins, inexplicably missing rice, half a lobster tail's meat sticking to the shell whilst the other half breaks off with ease.....and SO on.At this point, it's safe to say I have mixed feelings about this place. I still LOVE their seafood. I'm just irritated by their inconsistent execution, depending on what day it is, who's working, or how many people even decided to show up to work that day.I know this probably sounds like a negative review. But let me sum this up with the following: the food is still awesome, but the execution needs some touching up.And it is with this rationale that I must update my original review from 5 stars...to 4. Still highly recommend them. But....proceed with the aforementioned caveats. In other words, check your food before you depart the building.If you want to read about why the food is so good, check out my first review of this place. Thank you.

I had heard of this place so I decided to give it a try and see what it had to offer. I read the prior reviews which had mixed comments but nonetheless I wanted to try it for myself.Right off the bat, they don't carry beer which is a must with seafood. Nonetheless, I bought a six pack and now armed with my beer, I stepped up to the challenge. The place was empty at lunch time(not good) but I continued with my spirits high. The menu was bland looking, it was lacking pictures of the food and all prices were market price so u didn't know the price of what you were ordering. Unless you are going Dutch, bring a fat wallet just in case....The waiter was very friendly, patient and explained the dishes very well but he did need to go and check current market price. He set up my beer on a bucket of ice so that definitely kept my hopes alive. When the food arrived disappointment slowly crept in. EVERYTHING was bland and the food was over powering with the seasoning. The potatoes were rock hard and were not edible. The lobster, crab, shrimp and corn all tasted as though they had been cooked separately and then thrown together and a bunch of seasoning was then added to the mix. The French fries and sausage were good but in the end,disappointing and for the price...extremely disappointing. Verdict: my beers were kept cold and truth be told; they were the highlight of this meal. If u want seafood...sad to say, go to Red Lobster if that's even considered real seafood.

My sons took me out for my birthday and we drove 40 minutes to this place! Omg...awesome food! I had the shrimp, lobster and crab and my sons had the double crab plate! Spicy and delicious-literally licking my fingers!!! Reasonably priced for all the food you get! Family owned and from El Paso, TX!

Today, unfortunately was the last day for dine-in. From tomorrow onward, it will be take-out. The young man at the counter was super nice and friendly. He helped us make our choices. I had steak and lobster. My husband had shrimp and crab. My steak was prepared perfectly. The lobster tail was split lengthwise so it was easy to pull off the shell. One full piece of corn, rice, potato and sausage were a part of the meal for each of us. My only complaint was that next time I will ask for the sauce/topping on the side. There was too much sauce for my taste. Other than that our meals were wonderful. Please patronize our local restaurants. Enjoy your visit to Trap and Crab.

It's my son's 6th birthday today and we're new to El Paso we've been moving around quite a bit so he doesn't have many friends here yet. He's feeling a little down and I must say El Paso has been very welcoming. Thank you for your recommendations! I reached out to Trap N Crab since someone was asking about fresh seafood in a Facebook post in a local group and Justen was offering 10% off the first order. Justen was super responsive when I told him that we were looking to spend around $50-$60 max for 4 adults. Dianne was awesome coming in a little early to make it on time. The seafood was so well flavored, big portioned, and hit the spot! Thanks for accommodating our family! Omg it was a huge hit!

Food was sooo good OMG and the spices MMMMM we ordered the Lobster tail, double crap and salmon platter Fed our party of three and still had to take some home. The service was very inviting as well the gentleman that welcomed us was extremely nice. Will definitely return, only draw back was it was a bit cold inside (but I'm always cold) A MUST VISIT

One star because I received my food. This is the lobster double crab double shrimp combo. Lobster tail was cut in half and very small, probably about a $5 tail, tasted like it was drenched in soy sauce. Double crab was 2 knuckles. 20 shrimp, includes the shrimp from this combo and a large shrimp combo. Everything was overcooked, oily and very cold. Will not be returning after this experience.

I went by and ordered some food. Amazing. This is the type of food and business I have been craving. The food is amazing. The staff is friendly.

If I could give this place a zero that's exactly what it would be.. There is no way in hell that this place should be associated with seafood.. that sauce has to be the worst sauce I have ever tasted in my life.. I almost cried they wouldn't give me a refund and stated it's a "small business" and I'm not confrontational type of person.. so I just walk out in thew it straight in the trash because there's was no way I was eating that. Horrible horrible place to eat, wouldn't recommended this place to dead dog that's how bad it is. To each it's own but if you enjoy this place you honestly don't know what real seafood taste like !! And please stop hiring young people who have no social skills or customer service skills. I'll be calling the BBB in the morning because this place needs to be reported ASAP!

Love coming here specifically for the Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich! They cook it so perfectly and the spices and flavors are always on point. It's my go to place for this craving. The sauces they offered me on the side to dip my fries were fire! I love sauces and this definitely had me wanting more.