Crab Station - Deep Ellum

About Crab Station - Deep Ellum

Crab Station is a seafood restaurant located in Dallas's Deep Ellum neighborhood. The menu features a variety of seafood boils, including options like snow crab, shrimp, and crawfish, often served with garlic noodles or Cajun fries. They also offer appetizers such as calamari, crab cakes, and oysters. The restaurant has a full bar with specialty cocktails. Crab Station is known for its casual atmosphere and is open for dinner.

The Vibe

Crab Station offers a casual and lively atmosphere, often described as hip and touristy. The noise level is moderate, making it suitable for groups. While some reviews praise the energetic vibe and good music, others point to inconsistent service, with long wait times and inattentive staff being recurring issues. The decor leans towards a seafood shack aesthetic, and the overall experience can vary depending on the day and time of visit.

• casual
• hip
• moderate noise
• touristy

What's Good

• Garlic Noodles with Shrimp

  A popular noodle dish often praised for its flavor, though some reviews note a lack of garlic.

• Bacon Rockefeller Oyster

  A well-regarded oyster appetizer, though some diners found them dry or containing shell fragments.

• Station Platter

  A substantial seafood offering that provides a variety of the restaurant's signature dishes.

• Blackend Catfish

  Catfish prepared with a blackened seasoning, noted by some reviewers as having good flavor and quality.

• Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

  A refreshing appetizer option, often described as flavorful and well-prepared.

Perfect For

• casual dining
• happy hour
• groups