Reviews of The King Crab Shack. (Restaurant) in Milwaukee (Wisconsin).

The King Crab Shack

501 Reviews

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Seafood restaurant

1330 E Brady St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States

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Reviews of The King Crab Shack

Flight Risk

So great…strange but great. Important safety tip: I had the fresh scallops with MEDIUM sauce. My dish was ONE drop from being so hot, it would have been inedible. That is EXACTLY the way I like it. But I cannot imagine how hot the “hot” option is…. I would eat here every day, if I could. Server was fantastic.

Jose A. Trejo

Enjoyed delicious seafood, (King crab legs, first visit) (second visit, I choosed the headless shrimp) both really good. liked the medium spiced level. Choosed the garlic sauce. Great choice, my brother likes the combos. Check out their menu. Price includes 18% added tip. Must say my king crab legs, 1#. was actually cheaper than what I paid in Alaska (Real close to where they go out to trap them) 😅. found out after two visits they don't serve diet sodas. So drink water or bring your own powdered lemonade lol.. over all I liked this place.

Amber S.

There was a wait which couldn't necessarily be helped due to limited seating. It did feel a little bit like you were being rushed out so they could turn the table over. The food was delicious, I definitely recommend the combo 4 with the house sauce. Another thing that really bothered me was that we only got 2 scissors for a table of 6. Aside from those things I thought it was great.

Love Red

I took a star off because there was a kid working the front counter. Only 2 persons were working and that was the cook and order taker. He was inexperienced. The food was delicious and restaurant was clean.

Mel

The food is okay, but the flavor isn't set. I tried the 3 sauce blend and it was really good, just wish my (combo 1) crab legs and headless shrimp could've marinated in it for a little bit but they only make the food after you order it, which is a good thing. The garluc bread tastes really good when you dip it in the sauce! The crabs seemed pretty small in size and quantity for the price. There is an automatic gratuity charge of 18% I believe. Everything is served by the pound of course. On the night I visited, they didn't have any lemon left. They give you sissors for the crab legs. The server was funny and spunky :) Overall the food and service was okay.

Dee Stakz

I can’t really complain it’s the sauce for me 🦀🦐🦪……😋

Mill-Thrill Records

The service was Great, Mello, and warming. The only i had was at this location the food was stingy when it came to rations.

Y'naffit R

All I can say is that it was delicious. Glad we chose to go here.😍😍 You pay for what you get.🤑🤑 …

Lala Lopez

Food is delicious, shrimp was fresh and the portions were great! We will be back

Ady Rodriguez

Gave it a 3 star because the wait was EXTREMELY LONG[1hr and a 1/2]The food on the other hand was Delicious and super fresh ,I would rate the food a 5 star.

Rafael Clemente

Long wait even though there wasn't many people seating down. They also missed items that we ordered as well. The food was really good! The price was alright for what we got.

RayJay Random

Food was pretty good. If you like a little heat, the house mix is really good @medium level. My only issue is that I couldn't get shrimp with my order because they aren't cleaned. I mean for the price of 1lb of shrimp on the menu. They should be CLEANED. Also I wish I would've gotten a few more king legs. That's just me. I encourage you all to try it for yourself though.

Braxtyn Church

I can honestly say I’ve never experienced a place like this to dine out. Very bizarre but in a fun, stuff your face kinda way. The food was good and filling. Julian was incredibly sweet and helpful, 100% recommend requesting him as your server.

Eneida Machado

The food is amazing hands down and the customer service provided by Julian was awesome. Milwaukee lacks good customer service, but Julian is flawless and very personable. This place is a must the food, atmosphere, and customer service is unmatched here. Definitely will be returning quite often

Sharitha G

The service was pretty good. The waiters checked on us to make sure everything was good. I ordered the crab legs with the Cajun/mild sauce with a side of potatoes and corn. The sauce was the best I’ve tasted so far. The only thing was that the crab legs were kind of slimy so they could’ve been cooked a little bit more. My mom ordered the fried shrimp and catfish with a side of fries. She said that mostly everything was good except the catfish. She said it tasted funny but she loved everything else.

Vanessa Gill

We celebrated Anita Davis birthday here with friends and family

Tacara Harris

The food was really good. The sauce was excellent 👌 …

Ethan Winkler

I will definitely be coming back; the food and service was great! Decided to try this place with friends on a whim and we were not disappointed! We had an amazing server named Madison who always made sure we were taken care of and had everything we needed. I would recommend the Dungeness Crab Combo!

Jenna Lefevre

The food here is amazing and the service is great as well! I order at least a couple times a month. Madison is my favorite server- she’s always so bubbly and nice! Overall a great choice if you’re looking to try someplace new.

Patricia Adams

Pricey but exactly what you should expect from a "seafood shack", cooked perfectly, portions as expected for the price, service friendly and we were well taken care of with all the necessary equipment to protect our clothing. Cajun broth so be sure you get potato or rice for the broth, don't waste.

AyeJay Cruz

Brought my girlfriend here for her birthday yesterday and the food was amazing. Our server Madison was extremely kind and funny, definitely made our dine in experience more enjoyable. Will definitely be back again

Joe'l Mack

Dining in or carrying out, the shrimp boil is delicious!! The 3 sauces together is not too salty, and just so good. Out of all the shrimp boil restaurants I've been too, this one is the best!

Pa Nhia Vue

Ordered through door dash. Food got here, I paid for head on whole shrimp. Got headless shrimp instead. There is an extra $2 charge for headless, which I didn't want. Otherwise, food tastes good.

Kris Elise

I was hesitant to try this place considering the location on 27th was not good... but..... my sister's and I had a great time! The food was good and Julian was awesome! Can't wait to come back.

Yvette Torbert

The food was great! Customer Service, however, needs a little 'tweaking!' ESPECIALLY upon entry to the restaurant needs some work. We were visiting the city AND the restaurant for the first time. Walking into the restaurant we had no idea where to sit or how to order. Noone working there tried to help either. Thank goodness for the customers already seated who informed us to get a table. The BEST part was the food. It was delicious and came out in good time. There was no wait and despite my initial disdain with the "welcome" our server was excellent, not alot of smiles, but she served us exceptionally. I WOULD go back again and I might not take a 'boujie' guest? BUT I would take my 'down home' family!😁

Sharaf Akhmedov

Great place for take out! And on the Sunday! Highly recommend them! Staff is professional and friendly! They were wearing masks even though I forgot mine my bad guys! Thank you and keep up the good work guys! I’m sure the owner of this place makes sure of it! ;)

Ashley Harris

I loveeee the food cause I’m a seafood lover!! The sauce is marvelous 😋 only reason I rate this place at a 3 is because of the rude manger. He’s the worse manger to mange a restaurant and I’m pretty sure the workers feel the same way. I go there almost every week and every time he’s there(except one day) there’s always a problem with him! Now I try and go the day he’s not there to avoid him. The waitress that’s always there is very sweet and understanding, the rest of the workers are trash

Lupita Hernandez

This was my very first time here. And the food and service were both GREAT!! Our server Julian was very helpful when placing my order since I was unfamiliar to the menu.

Eriii

This was my first time ever trying them. & I had to give 5 stars the service was AMAZING Angel & Jonathan really are the BEST workers they probably have. If your ever drunk when you visit ask for them!! They gave me a cigarette & everything recommended the best food & all! If your in Milwaukee come here ASAP cus this is where it’s at! Oh & add me on Facebook YALL Eriana Marshall & On IG @ Erianaaa27 I make/install wigs 🥰

Kendra Parks

Y'all do a good job.but its a men name Donnevan Carter and his Baby Momma Alexis Comes there too eat. We have Bug INFECTION Just make sure when they come STAFF and customers wear MASK they have not been treated Iam in the hospital benn here for five days already. Sorry just won't everybody too be safe...I Have Pictures of them cautious..

Brady Martin

The sea food was absolutely fantastic, the muscles were super big. All food was delicious, help was on it. We got our food in no time at all, we will be back next time we are in town. A+

Emily T.

Good food and even better service. Our server Madison was amazing. She was very friendly and provided great service. Good servers are hard to find these days and Madison is one of the best.

Sylvia Robinson

The food was delicious, but very pricey. They didn't have two items that supposed to have been included in our meals and we still had to pay the same price. I felt we should have gotten a percentage off not just a free soda. Soda is not the same value of 2 rock lobster and dongen crab legs. Js

Laken Wall

Loved the food, and the wait staff was excellent! My server Madi was so polite and happy to get us anything we needed! Will be returning!

Peter Sinv

Been waiting for a place like this in Milwaukee. Many people don't know that this is big in Houston, California, and Las Vegas. Yes it's messy and looks tacky but the flavor of the seafood is robust, unique, and intense! This is a great execution of a niche product. In due time, it will catch on as long as they keep the quality of food up and prices reasonable.

Robin Evans

18% gratitude for all dine in orders!! I ordered al la cart snow crabs, corn, sausage, red potatoe and steamed shrimp, plus catfish nugget and chicken wing appetizers. The food had great flavor $22.99 for two snow crabs very overpriced. Food good, service was about 10% gratitude worthy. Would I go back? I doubt it but will let you know!

lykeshia davis

Delicious, most definitely will return. The combos are enough for two, but we are a family of 7 & had our own. It was very expensive & a lot of food and leftovers. Now we know how to order next time

Joseph Browne

Good spices good seafood. They need to buy a rice cooker and put rice on the menu. Come on Vietnam Cajun without rice! Really enjoyed the combo of all the spice blends with the medium heat level it was perfect. Just the right amount of heat without breaking out into a sweat. Edit 2/27/20 this time they had rice but not on the menu but if you ask. We got all the mixes again but “mild” this time and it was pretty spicy so be warned. I loved more this time. Big tasty mussels great clams huge shrimp. Will be back again.

Judy Love

the food was really great but lacked service.. added 18% gratuity but the service was not worth it.. we were served on paper plates (the really cheap kind that rip when the juice hits it) and plastic silverware.. paper cups.. server only came by 1 x to take our order and never came back. also no crab cracker, but wr had scissors.. for 80 bucks a plate we should get a crab cracker lbvs.

James Jones

Food was great,wish there were more portions for what I paid.Variety of drinks were limited,employees were very nice and food came out quick...overall it was great but not spectacular

Kyle Raabe

Food was outstanding, nice location. Service was slower and available bar drinks were limited. Not sure if that was Covid influenced or not. If you are looking for great seafood and not in a rush, awesome place.

Alfredo Remigio

really good and delicious seafood restaurant... :)

Justin Jacobs

Very friendly service, and the food was great! Can't wait to go back in the future for some more delicious sea food boiler :)

Autumn Greene

I have been here a few times now and the food is consistently mind blowing . The spices they use are really good . Clean facility . Friendly staff. And fun and upbeat music selection while dining in.

Kahlil Buruin

Food was great. Gratuity is automatically added and then the receipt suggests additional, which feels over the top. We will probably visit again, but that needs to be sorted out.

Ronnie Williams

Was pretty surprised how good the service was and the food was after looking at the reviews ...but zo chanced it anyway because I know some ppl are just so cruel when it comes to reviews and they dont have to be...but ppl will be ppl. I loved the mixed of seasoning and with me being from New Orleans...I was 100 % satisfied!! I'll be back!

Shevonni Burns

The Brady street location isn't as good as the south 27th street location. Brady street also adds 18% per PERSON for gratuity no matter the party size! Anddd we never received our garlic bread. However on a good note my seafood was fresh.

Jamilah Moore

The shrimp and crawfish in a bag is delicious! Not a fan of the fried catfish. The servers were ok. The 18% gratuity no matter if it's just 1 or 2 people is ridiculous

Kiara Viera

Food was amazing!! Waiters were very busy but still super friendly! Will definitely be back soon!

Tatiana Carter

Food (sauce) wasn't as good as the S 27th st location but decent. Service was okay. Automatic 18% gratuity. Wouldn't order the crawfish again, but shrimp, lobster and crab legs were good.

China B825

It was a really good place to go they are not stingy with they’re sauces nor seafood it was a very good experience me and my boyfriend loved this we will definitely be back again .

Jermain Newsom

Food was good but the manager was rude after I complained abut waiting for 2 hours after my order was given away accidentally so I have to wait a hour and 30 minutes to get my next order i tried explaining tge problem and what was going on he talked to me didn't like what I was saying and walked away from me speaking to someone else I do understand how he felt but he was just super rude

Charnae Hawkins

The food was decent I have had better seafood boils flavor needs a little more love but can taste great potential

TAMEKA WILLIAMS

I LOVE LOVE LOVE seafood and the crab boil is something to smile about. Don't like that they automatically add gratuity to your bill when you eat in especially when it's a mistake with your order but hey it is good

Cody Malone

Good food, ordered the catfish meal and didn't have to wait long, sometimes they'll even bring the food out to you lol definitely going back

Alana Luttrell

I loved everything about it except for that they put there tip in the bill which is 18%. Other wise its a great place to go eat out.

David Lee

Customer service wonderful. Food was amazing the sauce blend was great. I will be goin back soon.

Starshay Moore

Food is great. Waiters aren't really friendly but they do they're job. Sauce is still unmatched

Rubye Jones

I did not eat anything because of the prices. My great niece ordered snow crabs and loved them. My review is not accurate because I did not ear anything.

Darrin Young

The food was great. The service was even better !!!! Thank you Madison for a wonderful first time experience..

Tequila Underwood

Love this place, just wish they're shrimp were cut open/cleaned and that they had more sauce options.

Brian Betlej

Automatic 18% gratuity for just my cousin and I. Also, seafood didn't come in a pot but a garbage bag... food was great though.

Chrishella Roche

The King Krab Shack on the east side is not very attentive to its guests... so I tried the one on the south side, better service and thats why I gave 4 starts.

Margaret Moffor

The best seafood I ever had! I had the house sauce with seafood boil and it was delicious. I will definitely be back.

John Schulte

Go for the food's sake. It's novel and good. Ambience is like a louisiana street cafe.

Duanna Barnes

My first time here, I had a meeting and I cant say I'll return but I tried it and thats what counts right!? This 3 may be a force but I think it was simply understaffed which caused my dissatisfaction. TRY IT FOR YOURSELF though.

Andrea Caron

I live the food and it a clean environment. Also they have really good customer service.

kia xiong

Thank you to our server Julian. Amazing server! Thank you for making our first time there memorable.

Abhisht Bhartia

One of the best sea food joints @ Milwaukee. Secret: get a mix of all the flavors they offer and enjoy!

Shirley Burks

I expected more flavor and seasoning. The fried appetizers were a bit heavily breaded.

Annette Spence - Sangare

I really enjoyed the food and it was a very nice and friendly atmosphere... I will be a reoccurring customer

Kaneetha Woulard (Kaneetha woulard)

Great place I really enjoyed the atmosphere my mom and cousin Goes 3 times a week I had to see what the Addiction was And now I’m Definitely Attending there Events good Food

Eletiah Crooks

I was visiting and went there they were out of the Dungeness crabs so I got the king crabs I got all the sauces mixed together and it seem like it was missing one and the crabs were over cooked.

Elmar Scaife

Food was ok but a little expensive. The automatic 18% gratuity for dining in is unnecessary.

Hazel Williams

Awesome food & Friendly Staff

Fardowsa Hassan

The waitress Madison was really amazing here At king Crab shack, she was very nice and welcoming!!!

Angelieka Shaw

Giving a 3 stars because after COVID-19 the sauce has changed and I don’t like that.

Syrita Buchanan

First time going and I love it great sauce but little pricey

ANGEE D

im addicted. pricey but worth it

Jackie Williams

Love the food and all but the gratuity is a little high..other then that great place

Lenoria Johnson

Pricey but good food and great customer service

Elmer Porter

Excellent food, great service, kinda 70's vibe.

Simone Hayes

Great food but they were out of king crab legs the first hour of opening

Marian Renee Lobo

Awesome! Loved it.

Dr. Shontina Gladney (Eat.Play.Grind.)

At first it started out all bad. But the manager took care of us and things went well from there. I did notice that they closed earlier than advertised due to running out of items.

Tammy Howard

Food good but kind of high price

Peter Taniguchi

That was good the crab legs and mussels where awesome. The one in Florida is way better though.

shaunell morgan

The place is cozy and comfortable, the food was hot and quick and not to mention DELICIOUS! I will return❤

K.E

I didn't like it at all, not enough food for the money, and the taste was not to my liking, I won't go back.

Samer Sultan

Enjoyed the food, good selection of seafood. A nice mix of spices and toppings also.

Quila T

I absolutely love this place. Even when there is a crowd of people it doesn’t take too long for service.

Kola J

First time there andThe food was delicious definitely will be going back

Tara Gilmore

Manager was exceptionally hospitable, portions were good, food was great!

MightyFaze Killer

Everything was amazing. Great place to eat and feast !!

Paris Tyler

Great service great food! My new favorite restaurant

Carla Tate

OMG...thw food was amazing and the service was pleasant

Jackie Harmon

It tasted a little different from the last time I bought some

Roz

Most deeply seasoned snow crabs i have ever tasted in my entire life!!!!!!!!!! I can say no more!!!!27 St

Anna Shtivelberg

Great place with a great service . Definitely recommend going . Get down and dirty and enjoy the experience

Abigail Hollis

Pricey, and they left out a sausage out my seafood boil bag.

Robin Sievila

Didn't care for the crayfish. Too small and didn't have much flavor. Didn't have a good choice of wines.

Alexis Owens

It's ok not really worth the money and that 18% charge for gratuity..for 2 people.. beverages served in paper cups

Lenora Carter

Love it good place I wish they did boiled eggs

KSTYLES BEAUTY

Great food and customer service long wait times

Taylor Kashous

Pretty good but like the 1 on 27th st better

Felicia Ward

Wonderful place to go to. I love the atomsphere. Can't wait to go back.

Wilfred Romer

Loved it, but they can't do it like florida

Joseph Rex

Totally amazing place for sea food with good customer service

Evelyn Lopez

So delicious ❤❤❤ Had the king crab combo. Never disappoints.

Clayton Weir

Super nice staff

JD De la fuente

The food was amazing!!! Im going back for sure

Klint Hall

Food is a bit pricey but its good

Lamitria Jsk

First time trying crab meat and i am eager to go back for another crab boil.

S. Ryan Jacobus

Hands down favorite place on Brady. Service from Madison made the experience

Lydia Clark

Yummy!

Nikki Nicole

Food is good but a bit over priced

Pricilla Soto

Food is sooo good. I would just like actual utensils & a crab cutter/fork in the future.

LaTasha Oliver

Best seafood boil I've had outside of Louisiana!

Steven Carr

Great customer service! Great food!

Brook's National Media

A little pricey but the food was good!

Viola Ervin

Had the snow crab legs and a beer...what a great combo

Christopher Lake

Excellent food! Garlic butter medium spice yum!!!

Telia Brace

Great food and i had the best waiter

Rieva Allen

To my son for the first time. He had two bags full to himself.

Emily Neuenschwander

Amazing selection if you're looking for a seafood boil.

novella webb

It's ok, trying to diversify Brady st. Good!

Jordan “Tim” Jordan

I love ever moment

Terry Wilson sr

It was a long wait but the seafood was excellent

JoAnn King

Great sea food & lots of it.

jay desai

Unique in its own way. A must try for seafood lovers

Maxine Wellslee

The service was good and the food was great

Shantivia Wade

Omg food and services on point will be going back asap

Nick Crayton

Love this place!!! House sauce is amazing!

Lamaysha Marks

They have real good food

Ricardo Munoz

The crawfish from here is the best I tasted in milwaukee

LaShon Smith

Mary there /daughter date was great!

Madison Pecha

Jonathan is my favorite person that works here

Tonya Wilson

It was a nice seafood place to eat

Venkatesh Raja

Good service, food was okay

Kelly Duangprachanh

Not a long of a wait and friendly customer service.

Kenya Mcnealey

CRABBOIL WAS VERY! GOOD😍😍💪❤ Difinely going back. …

tiqueria jones

Never been here but it looks good❤️❤️❤️

Julisa Jones

Great food, great atmosphere

Melissa Doyle

I love the sauce I love the food.

Rhonda Gandy

Amazing seafood and friendly staff!!!

Wanda Lewis

Great food great staff

Marla C Ryan

Great food and service!!

Rebekah Mcgravey

Thee Best seafood in town.

Isaiah McNeil

Good food

Najah Almdalal

When you open dine in again plz 😩😩😩😩 …

Lesley Murry

The wait was long but it was worth the wait!!

steve mcdonald

Good crab but a little overpriced.

Mr. & Mrs. Howard

The crab legs were delicious

Mrs. Eastside

Will b back again💋💋💋 4-sho💯 …

Brenda Morgan

Fivestars great seafood place

Renia Rucker

This is the freshest seafood in the city!

Erika R Mason

Love the food

Jennifer Ford

All I can say is awesome

Gregory Dorsey

Great for something a little different

Jose ValadezJara

Julian good service 💯 …

Alyssa Williams

The the food season very well

Pook Dashit

Good place to eat at

DOROTHY MASSIE

The Food Is Really Great!

Brigitte Summers

1st time and liked it.

bridgette ruffin

Food was awesome!

Celeste O'Quinn

Very good

John Hood

Very very very good.

aaron mcclain

Nicer then the southside

kiandra Lewis

Staff was very attentive

It'sMoney2BeMade Aaron Collins

Its ok

Jackson Vaughn

Super gassy noise

Ronneal Davis

Cool.but pricey

Gwenetta Cullins

Better customer service

All Around

Love it

gB tv

It was soooooo good....

Chris O

Definitely overpriced

Nishamarie

The flavors are on point.

Elisha Stine Hymon-Kilpatrick

Great service

Chris Greene

Fantastic, fresh seafood!

Marisol Rios

Love it

Shayla Parker

The good was GREAT!!

Lashawn Wright

Good food.

Sade Williams

The sauce is amazing

Jacqueline Hill

All i can is WOW

Heidi St Antoine

Love the food.

Shatara Nicole

Yum!

Takeya Harris

Good food.

Angel Simone

Awesome flavor

Sherry Adams

Nice people

Emerald Hawkins

Flavor

Contessa Jamison

AMAZING

Michaela Kimbrough

Great

Jacob Gatlin

Awesome

Szc Gang

Good

Tonyo Burton

will is amazing

L Corrao

Expensive

iBeezy-Minaj BARBZ Since 05

Excellent ❤️

Daniel

Amazing sea food

Debra Frazier

Best seafood place

Cleve Thompson

Really good

Quin Hazwood

It was fire 🔥 …

Erin M Allen

Delicious!

Elaine Woodley

Love this place

treal young

Super good

Marissa

Owner kevin was so nice! We always come out 1 hour away to this location and have never had an issue. Those who complain about pricing should eat at mcdonalds and not a seafood place! You get what you pay for and the food is amazing!

manuel miranda

(Translation) Very good seafood (Original) Muy buena comida seafood

LS Jones

Antonienne M Gill

Mauro Calderon

Tom Boi Baby

pocahana whatever

Andrea Ingram

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