Joe's Crab Shack - San Antonio

3.6

18 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Great for scenic views
Lively
Kid-friendly

Joe’s Crab Shack offers a variety of favorites from all parts of the sea and shore. From its extensive menu, guests can choose from buckets of seasonal seafood, fried shrimp platters and fish dishes, as well as options from the “mainland” that include steak, sandwiches, and chicken. Guests can indulge in over-sized and creative cocktails, such as the Shark Bite which is playfully garnished with a shark toy. Since its inception, Joe’s popularity has stemmed not only from its menu, but also its retail store. With various pieces of merchandise for purchase, including the ever-popular tie-dye T-shirt with the phrase “Peace, Love and Crabs,” Joe’s has become synonymous with the word “fun.”

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(210) 271-9981
Website
https://www.joescrabshack.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sergio
Catering
Joe’s Crab Shack now offers online ordering for all of your event catering needs! Placing an order is just a few clicks away. Build your order, checkout and let us take care of the rest - your favorite dining options will be delivered straight to your door, or anywhere you choose.
Private party facilities
Joe’s Crab Shack prides itself on creating special experiences designed to make lasting memories for you and your guests. From the time you book with us to when the final toast is made and your last guest leaves, our dedicated team will be there to provide a safe and unforgettable experience.

Location
212 College St, San Antonio, TX 78205-1813
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
On the Riverwalk
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 18 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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3.6

3.6 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
3.7Service
3.7Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Joe's Crab Shack in San Antonio offers a lively atmosphere on the Riverwalk, perfect for those seeking an "energetic vibe in a fun setting." Guests appreciate the "fast and friendly" service and delicious seafood dishes. However, be mindful of potential noise levels and occasional service delays. Enjoy the river views and vibrant ambiance.

18 Reviews

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Flora maria
VIP
Las Vegas
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Unfortunately I don’t know what happened, it took one hour just to get the drinks, half and hour extra for the food, we asked for lemons and Tabasco and they never arrived, and the crab tasted like refrigerated, and it wasn’t even half full. The coconut shrimp horrible, too greasy I won’t come back.
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Monica
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great just like all our favorite Joe's Crab Shack and the service was fast and friendly.
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Atilano
VIP
Toronto
15 reviews
1.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
The noise was overbearing, restaurant was too cold with constantly blowing cold air from many vents throughout the restaurant, making the venue very uncomfortable. Added to that is the indifferent service and the poor quality of the fried food. The fries seemed like they’ve been sitting for awhile and are gummy. The tartar sauce was less than tasty. Just not a pleasant experience. Not going back!
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Gerald
VIP
San Antonio
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had outstanding seats at the second-level windows to watch the Day of The Dead River Parade. Cesia provided excellent service in spite of the crowded tables. We had the Duo Dip which included bowls of the Crab & Shrimp and Spinach & Artichoke Dips served with tortilla chips. A good sampler and large potion size.
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Renee'
Toledo
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Cute atmosphere right on the Riverwalk!! Definitely going back!!
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Debra
San Antonio
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 27, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The grilled shrimp on my salad was way overcooked and the crab and shrimp dip was over salted/seasoned. Had a cocktail that was so sweet I couldn't even finish it. Service was good, but overall, would not recommend this restaurant - there are way better options for dining along the Riverwalk!
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Gerald
VIP
San Antonio
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
A fun evening. We sat at the railing on the Riverwalk and watched the passers-by and the barges. A leisurely dinner with appetizer and drinks. Truly enjoyable.
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david
San Antonio
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Got to the restaurant in time and got seated very quickly and our server was very polite and fast customer service. Food was delicious and the music was not too loud. The price we paid was not bad at all for what we ate.
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Mary
Las Vegas
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Service was slow all around. Food service, drink service everything. Using open table was the only plus!
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Brian
San Antonio
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food and service was good but the noise level was so loud you couldn't talk to anyone and my entree was the wrong menu item because it was so loud the server could not here me.
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Joe's Crab Shack - San Antonio is rated 3.6 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

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Google Map for Joe's Crab Shack - San Antonio

212 College St, San Antonio, TX 78205-1813

Additional information

Cross street
On the Riverwalk
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sergio
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.joescrabshack.com/
Phone number
(210) 271-9981
Catering
Joe’s Crab Shack now offers online ordering for all of your event catering needs! Placing an order is just a few clicks away. Build your order, checkout and let us take care of the rest - your favorite dining options will be delivered straight to your door, or anywhere you choose.
Private party facilities
Joe’s Crab Shack prides itself on creating special experiences designed to make lasting memories for you and your guests. From the time you book with us to when the final toast is made and your last guest leaves, our dedicated team will be there to provide a safe and unforgettable experience.

Joe's Crab Shack - San Antonio

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What 18 people are saying

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