Brooklyn Crab

My husband and I went to Brooklyn crab last Saturday early afternoon.There was a live DJ and the vibe was palpable. It felt like a combination of montauk meets Costa Rica beach feel! There are 2 bars on the ground floor and even free small mini golf course to hang out by or if you are waiting for a seat. It was a nice combination of kids/families and young adults 20s-30s on the scene. Drinks were very good I got a blood orange Paloma and we shared the seafood nachos. I love spicy food but they drowned the whole dish in too much spicy aoli. We would definitely go back for the vibe not the food. It felt like comfort seafood dishes with NYC prices. The street is blocked off and had cornhole and ppl hanging out all around the place. It was fun afternoon because we felt like we were away on vacation not in Brooklyn. We will be back!

Plastic plates and glass for water are poor experience just like catering. No restaurant quality.I don't like cold clam chowder which must be more warmer. They changed it but they must cook it before serving.I never come back again.

I really like the Brooklyn Crab- but there's some things you should know before visiting during peak season (summer). Before I continue I want to add some context, I've been here many times before and during all seasons, from the dead of winter for a sit down dinner, to day drinking on a hot Saturday in summer and everything in between. This past Saturday I visited with my boyfriend for a round or two of drinks. The atmosphere was LIVELY. They had a DJ and a MC blasting music at the outdoor bar on the first level. They also closed down the street to foot traffic to put some drinking games in the street which was fun. Beware of pricing here- this is not one of those bars where it's realistic to party at unless money doesn't matter. We got two rounds of cocktails here and both rounds were $40+ each for their frozen pre mixed cocktails, that's INSANE. They were very good and strong but I have a hard time swallowing 20 bucks for a cocktail that's served to me in a plastic cup. If you are looking for a lively atmosphere to party at during summer- The Brooklyn Crab is your destination in red hook. Just beware of the pricing- I would recommend to pregame if having a buzz is your goal otherwise you may wind up in debt after running up a tab here lol

The staff were excellent!!! And the food a 10 and the drinks (margaritas) were NICE!!!

Lobster roll was very good. Fresh, meaty. Popcorn shrimp was nicely fried as well.Good service, lots of water refills. Food came out quick and hot.Upstairs indoor was closed. But cool outdoor bar vibes with outdoor seating. Nice views + nice and breezy.

I kept seeing the front of Brooklyn Crab whenever I shopped at Food Bazaar and thought "that place looks fun" and finally decided to go on a Sunday afternoon. Sunday Happy hour (and any time they have Happy Hour) is so worth it. Don't let the ahi tuna nachos deceive you - that's a whole frickin meal. I also got fish and chips (no photo because I attacked it before remembering to take one) and that was so much food. We sat at the bar and our bartender was the sweetest human. I got an old fashioned which was so perfect. And the space is huge! There's mini golf! There's foosball! There's multiple floors and the decor is so fun. I can't wait to come back!

Massive open air seafood restaurant in Red Hook, Brooklyn. Brooklyn Crab transports you to a beach island and has fun island vibes. Fast friendly service. Very nice views and decorations. I had the peel n eat shrimp and tuna nachos. The seafood was fresh. Also they are dog friendly!

Had a wonderful birthday dinner at Brooklyn Crab. Service was great. They weren't very busy on a Friday night at 5:30pm so we pretty much had the place to ourselves. I ordered the 1.5lb steamed lobster and was not disappointed. We ordered lots of yummy appetizers too. Adorable ambiance. It must be packed during the summer because their outside bar (that was closed when we were there) is huge and awesome. Until next time!

Come here for the atmosphere above all else - the location deep in Red Hook makes you feel like you're not even in NYC, and the ocean views are amazing, especially at sunset.Just don't expect to have your mind blown by the food itself. Very mediocre, it was like eating at an Applebee's for seafood restaurants. And they definitely charge NYC prices, even all the way out in Red Hook.All in all a nice way to spend a pleasant summer evening, but this is not a seafood restaurant I'd seek out for the seafood itself.

super great food, right by the beach ( Coney Island arcade as well). We were also surprised by the music. Very soothing R&B playlist helps to soothe the food in the belly lol.