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About This Place

The Crab Shack sits on a quiet stretch of Lê Văn Miến in Thảo Điền, drawing steady crowds for Cajun-inflected seafood boils served with bibs and gloves provided at the table. The crawfish combo and Alaska lobster are regulars on tables, while the snow crab platter — staff cut it open so diners simply pull the meat — comes with a choice of spice levels. Garlic noodles are a standout side that multiple reviewers single out as worth ordering alone.

The kitchen sources fresh oysters, including Fin de Claire served raw in sets of six, alongside baked cheese oysters and grilled scallops with scallion oil. Calamari, Cajun-spiced fried chicken thighs, and crispy spring rolls fill out the starters. The seafood boil arrives with prawns, corn, and potatoes in a rich, spicy sauce — portions are sized for sharing between two.

Service is a consistent theme across reviews: staff explain sauce options, recommend based on taste preferences, and actively discourage over-ordering when the table is already well-stocked. Several reviewers name specific servers — Vy, Rosie, Nhi — noting that individual attention shaped their visit. Split service runs 11 AM to 1:30 PM for lunch and 5 to 9 PM for dinner, seven days a week.

In a neighborhood where dining tilts toward café culture and international fusion, this spot occupies a clear niche: a casual, hands-on seafood destination with a devoted following across expat and local diners alike. A 4.9-star average across more than 1,600 reviews reflects consistent execution rather than a single good night.

crawfish boilsnow crab platterfin de claire oystersgarlic noodlescajun-spiced fried chicken wings
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Menu Highlights

What to order at The Crab Shack Thao Dien

  • Combo Snow Feet And Lobster at The Crab Shack Thao Dien

    Combo Snow Feet And Lobster

    2.6M VND

    Includes: Lobster, Snow Crab, Crawfish, Mussels, Clams, Corn, Sausage, Potatoes. Included 8% Vat

  • Special Combo at The Crab Shack Thao Dien

    Special Combo

    1.7M VND

    Includes: Fried Rice, Shrimp, Clams, Roe crab, Corn, Sausages, Potatoes. Included 8% Vat

  • Combo Of Rice Pork Skin Rolls at The Crab Shack Thao Dien

    Combo Of Rice Pork Skin Rolls

    1.5M VND

    Includes: Slipper Lobster,Blue Crab, Crawfish, Shrimp,Sweet Snail, Corn, Sausage, Potatoes. Included 8% Vat

  • Combo Stichuan Spicy And Sauce at The Crab Shack Thao Dien

    Combo Stichuan Spicy And Sauce

    1.5M VND

    Includes: Baby Tiger Prawns, Shrimp, Snow Crab, Clams,Sweet Snails, Greens. Included 8% Vat

  • Snow Legs Combo at The Crab Shack Thao Dien

    Snow Legs Combo

    1.4M VND

    Includes: Snow Crab, mussels, Shrimp, Crawfish, Corn, Sausage, Potatoes. Included 8% Vat

Full menu below · prices in VND.

Reviews

4.9(1908)
Yuyeon Jang
Yuyeon Jang
5mo ago

The Crab Shack in Thao Dien is a fantastic spot for seafood lovers. The seafood boil was full of flavor, with fresh prawns, crawfish, corn, and potatoes soaked in a rich, spicy sauce that was both comforting and exciting. The portion size was generous and perfect for sharing, making it a great place for friends and families. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and attentive, which made the whole dining experience even better. Everything felt well-prepared and thoughtfully served. Pairing the seafood with noodles was a great choice—it absorbed the sauce beautifully and completed the meal. We highly recommend The Crab Shack for anyone in Thao Dien looking for a fun, satisfying, and flavorful seafood experience. We will definitely come back again!

Chiang Chee Long
Chiang Chee Long
7mo ago

We saw a lot of great reviews online, so my wife and I decided to try the place last night. And it really didn’t disappoint. We ordered a crawfish combo and an Alaska lobster. • Service: This was the highlight. The staff were genuinely helpful, explained all the sauces, and recommended based on what we liked. I actually wanted to order more dishes, but he was afraid we wouldn’t be able to finish everything — truly honest, no upselling like many other places. Everything from bibs to gloves was prepared, and they even cracked the lobster claws for us. Loved it. • Food: The Cajun sauce was very tasty. The seafood itself wasn’t heavily seasoned, but dipping it back into the sauce made it perfect. They also had an extra seafood dip. The lobster was fresh, and the frozen crawfish still had good sweetness and texture. • Ambience: Cozy, comfortable, nothing too fancy. • Price: Overall, you get what you pay for.

Crystal Sim
Crystal Sim
7mo ago

Food, service and atmosphere is five star! Highly recommended if you are here in Thao dien. Thanks Nhi for the service👍👍

Kiyana Duplantier
Kiyana Duplantier
7mo ago

Cane at 7:35 and they closed at 8 the staff was so accommodating and friendly! Helping sort through the menu and prices of everything. The food 10/10 we got the snow crab platter and it was definitely enough food for 2 people, got the mix with the 2nd level spicy. With garlic noodles OMG could eat the noodles by themselves they were so good! The staff cuts the snow crabs for you to where you don’t have to do any work just eat the meet a top service I wish anyone offered lol. Rosie and Vy were the best hostesses and help ever! They were the best would come back here anytime they are working

Tuan Ta (Peter)
Tuan Ta (Peter)
8mo ago

Here’s a concise 50-word Google Maps review in English for your photo: ⸻ Fresh crab, simply steamed and served with a rich green seafood sauce — sweet, clean flavor that highlights the crab itself. The presentation is neat, and the staff are attentive. Portion fits one person perfectly. Definitely worth it if you enjoy straightforward, high-quality seafood in a relaxed setting.

Visit Tips

Visiting The Crab Shack Thao Dien

  • Menu starts from: 27k VND, based on 88 priced items on the public menu.

  • Reservations: Call +84 28 3620 4388 to book — recommended for weekend dining.

  • Best for: group dinner, family seafood feast, date night, casual weeknight out.

  • Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.

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Food

Seafood Pan with Rice

Seafood Pan with Rice

Crab Shack Pasta with Lobster and Bacon

Crab Shack Pasta with Lobster and Bacon

Oysters with Pink Sauce

Oysters with Pink Sauce

Seafood Stir-Fry

Seafood Stir-Fry

Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp Fried Rice

Crab and Corn Seafood Platter

Crab and Corn Seafood Platter

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

What is the best dish at The Crab Shack Thao Dien?
The snow crab platter draws strong praise — staff cut it open tableside — and the garlic noodles are singled out by multiple reviewers as worth ordering on their own.
Is The Crab Shack Thao Dien good for groups?
The seafood boil portions are sized for sharing between two, and the casual, hands-on format with bibs and gloves provided suits group dining.
What are the opening hours at The Crab Shack Thao Dien?
Split service runs 11 AM to 1:30 PM for lunch and 5 to 9 PM for dinner, seven days a week.
How is the service at The Crab Shack Thao Dien?
Staff explain sauce options, recommend dishes based on taste, and reviewers note servers actively discouraged over-ordering. Several reviews name specific staff — Vy, Rosie, Nhi — by name.
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