Hang Ten Boiler

4.5/5: Jordan's combo 2lbs shrimp and 1 lb clams at market price was about $55. They didn't have the Steph Curry sauce so we had the hang 10 special is the Cajun flavor. The shrimp was extremely fresh one of the freshest I've had from a seafood place and I'm pretty sure they gave more than 1 pound of clam! We got medium spicy and it hit just perfectly. There was a ton of garlic in the sauce. 4/5 side of the garlic noodles. Appreciate that they have it in a smaller portion. liked that there was a hint of sweetness to it, but thought it could've used more garlic flavor. Service was good, nothing to really comment on. Liked that they had a lot of tvs. There was also a lot of workers for such a small shop. Beware though, only one bathroom! One suggestion is to maybe put the market prices for the seafood on a board daily?

Since Dungeness crab season had just recently started, my friends and I considered doing a crab boil at home. However, the thought of picking up fresh crabs from the store or pier, gathering all the seasonings and equipment, and prepping for a large group of ten felt like way too much work. After dining at Hang Ten Boiler, I can confidently say I have no regrets about choosing to go out instead.We called Hang Ten a day in advance to see if they could accommodate our party of ten. They told us we'd be put on a waitlist, since they don't take reservations. To be honest, I'm sure exactly what the difference is. Fortunately, when we showed up on Friday at 6:00 p.m., the restaurant was nearly empty, and we were seated right away at a large combined table.A heads-up about the menu: the seafood prices aren't listed, just "MP" (market price). I looked around for a chalkboard or something displaying the prices but didn't see one. In hindsight, we probably should've just asked, but be aware that ordering crab is much pricier than shrimp. My wife and I shared a 2 lb. bag of shrimp and clams, which came out to $55. Meanwhile, our friends, who shared a bag that included crab, ended up paying over $100. It's a lot of food, but don't expect it to be cheap. Come with a big appetite or plan for leftovers.As for the food itself, it was hit or miss. Most of the shrimp were well-cooked and plump, but the clams were shriveled, tiny, and flavorless. The corn soaked up all the broth's flavor and was delicious, and I'd definitely recommend getting hot links if you like sausage in your seafood boil. Be warned: the spice levels here are intense! I usually handle spice well, but even the medium was pushing it for me. My friends ordered spicy, and after one bite, I had to tap out.This meal will put you in a food coma. The seafood boil is heavy, and they do not hold back on the butter. Despite the plastic bibs and gloves they provide, expect a mess--be mindful of what you wear!Because our group was so large and we had so many different orders, they forgot to bring over one of the included bowl of rice. When we asked about it, they eventually brought it over, but later, we realized it had been added to the bill as an extra charge.We also tried a few sides--Cajun fries, garlic noodles, and mac salad. All were solid, but the garlic noodles were the clear favorite.Overall, Hang Ten is a solid spot for a seafood boil, but it comes with a few caveats: the prices aren't transparent, the food is rich and messy, and service can be a little spotty. If you come prepared for all that, you'll probably have a good time.

I've been to Hang Ten back when they first opened in Alameda. It was the best. It was better than boiling crab in my opinion. That was back then. I came back on a Friday night since it's been years, I was ready to feast. I'm not sure what happened but the food and service was not it. There were about two servers and throughout the evening, ours just wasn't attentive. Now onto the food, I will say the shrimp were huge but the flavor kind of made me sick to my stomach. I couldn't finish it. The garlic noodles were okay but i remember them being amazing. The only thing that was the same to me was the Cajun fries. I don't think I will be back for a while but I am glad to see it was packed.

If you're craving some real-deal Cajun food, hang ten is the spot. From the moment you step in, you're greeted by the rich, spicy smells of gumbo, jambalaya, and crawfish. The vibe is laid-back and fun, with a touch of New Orleans charm mix with a lot of Bay Area sport culture. Food:I went with the classic Bay Area special - garlic noodles, and wow--it did not disappoint. Also got the shrimp and crayfish. The shrimp were perfectly seasoned, with just the right amount of heat. The crayfish were steamed thoroughly, and they soaked up all the delicious sauce. The house special sauce is different, it has a curry based to it and not alike any other Cajun style resturaunt Service:The staff here is super friendly and really knowledgeable about the menu. Our server gave some great recommendations and made sure we had everything we needed without hovering. The food came out pretty quickly too, which was awesome.Vibe:The place has a cozy, down-home feel to it, with Bay Area decor that makes it feel like you're dining right in the heart of the bay. The music adds to the atmosphere, but it's not so loud that you can't carry on a conversation. It's the perfect place for a casual night out with friends or a date night if you're in the mood for something a little different.It's got great food, a fun atmosphere, and the kind of comfort you want when you're in the mood for bold flavors and good vibes.

Food is great! Employees are friendly and fast service. There was some smell but I don't think it's their fault. It's coming from sewer (I think)

My favorite take out seafood boil for sure. The flavor is always good and on point. Their garlic noodles is so good with the sauce. Their rice plates are very good too. Very well seasoned and good portion. Can't go wrong with the food here.It's my favorite take out place because service isn't good. I dined in a couple times, different servers but they all seem like they hate their job and service take super long and not at all attentive.

Food and service was great. My favorite is chicken catsu and garlic noodles. Very generous portions.

My friend told me she was coming here once a week so I had to stop by! We ordered 2lb of shrimp with the hang ten seasoning, garlic noodles, cajun fries, and a side of rice. Service was really good here and it was busy on a Thursday night! Shrimp - We ordered head on and it was fun putting in the work to peel them! The hang ten seasoning was really good and my friend was making little rice balls to dip into the sauce. So good! This place also provides a bib and gloves, but the gloves were a little too thin. Garlic Noodles - Garlic noodles were good - I was also dipping this in the shrimp sauce! My friend who always orders garlic noodles gives these a 8/10. Cajun Fries - The fries could have used more seasoning but the texture was good.

This used to the place we get Hawaiian and Cajun food. After a couple experiences where the take out food was subpar, we decided to dine in tonight. The dine in experience confirms our experience and more. Let's start with the physical location. Where we were seated reeks and it either came from under the bench or the storage space behind a door (not the bathroom). This made it so unpleasant to eat. Throughout the night, they didn't even come by to check in on us or to ask if we needed more water - and yet we have to pay service charge because we were a part of 5 or more. I wouldn't mind the two issues above as much if the food was fabulous. But it was far from that. The loco moco was absolutely terrible - burger patties that are hard, chewy, and the gravy was nothing but brown colored sauce. The kalbi was so chewy that even Trader Joe's kalbi was at least 5x better. Only thing that was palatable to me was fried catfish and calamari (even then they aren't enough to bring me back as I can find better elsewhere). Time to up the game and bring back the great food, or I don't think this place is going to last long.

I am a sauce girl, I love sauce and I dip everything in sauce. If I end up with extra you bet I'm putting that in my carbs. The sauce and some sweet corn? Yummy combo. Last time I went with my family we got garlic butter sauce which was great. Hang Ten sauce was saltier, but also delicious and equally garlicky. In comparison, garlic butter feels lighter and "cleaner". But let's be honest, seafood boil is not meant to feel clean. When you get seafood boil it's time for butter and feasting! Garlic noodles were great. They're garlicky and sweet. I recently returned for a birthday meal and got the Cajun sauce over shrimp...which I thoroughly enjoyed and am drooling thinking about it. Again, as a sauce girl I am drenching my rice and noodles in that sauce. I remember coming here since high school so it's been around at least 10+ years at this point, and it remains a solid place to get seafood broil locally. The seafood gets easily overdone sometimes in a boil like this but not enough to be unenjoyable. I'll be returning for sure!