The Crab Station - Walnut Dallas restaurant
Restaurant

The Crab Station - Walnut Dallas

4.4(1,109 reviews) on Google
  • casual
  • lively
  • family friendly
  • energetic

About The Crab Station - Walnut Dallas

The Crab Station - Walnut Dallas is a seafood restaurant serving a variety of boiled seafood, including crawfish, shrimp, snow crab, blue crab, and octopus, tossed in a house garlic butter Cajun sauce. They also offer hand-crafted entrees like a Mix n' Match fried basket, New England Lobster Roll, Blackened Catfish a Ritz, and Shrimp & Sausage Pasta. The restaurant is located at 9780 Walnut St in Dallas, TX.

Seafood restaurant

The Vibe

This is a casual and lively spot, often described as energetic and family-friendly. While some reviews mention service can be inconsistent, many patrons appreciate the attentive staff and the bustling atmosphere. It's a place where diners can expect a hands-on, potentially messy, but flavorful seafood experience, making it suitable for groups and families looking for a relaxed meal.

  • casual
  • lively
  • family friendly
  • energetic

What's Good

  • Boiled (live) Crawfish

    Customers frequently praise the crawfish, especially when seasoned with their signature Cajun sauces like Shazam or garlic butter.

  • Snow Crab Legs

    Often highlighted for their size and flavor, though some reviews note inconsistency in meat tenderness.

  • Shrimp (headless)

    A popular choice, frequently noted for being well-seasoned and cooked to a good texture, especially when ordered head-off.

  • Charbroiled Oysters

    These are frequently mentioned as a standout appetizer, praised for their flavor and preparation.

  • New England Lobster Roll

    Several reviews specifically call out the lobster roll as being generous in portion and tasting fresh.

Perfect For

  • casual dining
  • family meal
  • group outing

Good to Know

Dining Options

Dine In, Takeout, Delivery

Amenities

Wifi

Parking

Free Lot

Service

Table, Full Bar

Kids

Kid Friendly

Pets

Service Animals Only

Dietary

Vegetarian

Atmosphere

Casual, Lively, Family

Group Fit

Small Group, Large Group

Occasion Fit

Family Meal, Celebration, Casual Dining

Reservations

Accepted

Frequently Asked Questions

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