The Kickin Crab

About The Kickin Crab

The Kickin Crab is a Cajun and Creole seafood restaurant located in Carrollton, Texas. They specialize in seafood boils with a variety of seasoning options and spice levels. The menu features items like crawfish, shrimp, crab legs, oysters, and fried seafood. Popular sides include garlic noodles and Cajun fries. The restaurant offers a casual dining experience with a lively atmosphere, suitable for groups and families.

The Vibe

This is a casual, lively spot known for its energetic atmosphere, especially during peak hours and crawfish season. The space is designed for communal dining, with tables often covered in butcher paper for easy cleanup. Service is generally fast and friendly, with staff often described as attentive. It's a popular choice for groups and families looking for a fun, somewhat messy, and flavorful seafood experience.

• casual
• lively
• family friendly
• bustling

What's Good

• Kickin' Style Sauce

  This signature sauce is frequently praised for its rich, garlicky, and savory flavor, often recommended for seafood boils and as a dip for fries and noodles.

• Garlic Noodles

  $17.19

  These noodles are a consistent favorite, described as intensely garlicky and buttery, often recommended to be mixed with seafood boil sauce.

• Crawfish

  Customers frequently highlight the crawfish for their good size, freshness, and excellent seasoning, especially when ordered with the Kickin' Style sauce.

• Fried Shrimp

  $18.34

  Jumbo shrimp are offered fried and are noted for being juicy and well-seasoned, often served with Cajun fries and cocktail sauce.

Perfect For

• casual dining
• family meal
• group outing
• date night