The Kickin’ Crab Lake Highlands

About The Kickin’ Crab Lake Highlands

The Kickin' Crab Lake Highlands is a Cajun-inspired seafood restaurant located in Dallas, Texas. They specialize in seafood boils served in bags, allowing for a hands-on dining experience without plates or utensils. The menu features a variety of seafood options like crab, crawfish, shrimp, and clams, prepared with different sauces and seasonings. Alongside the signature seafood bags, they also offer pasta dishes, fried fish, and sides such as red rice and corn. The restaurant aims to provide a fun and flavorful atmosphere for patrons to enjoy with friends and family.

The Vibe

This restaurant offers a lively and casual atmosphere, often accompanied by music that contributes to an energetic dining experience. Service is frequently highlighted, with many reviewers praising specific staff members for their attentiveness and friendly demeanor. While the focus is on a fun, communal meal, some reviews mention issues with service consistency and sanitation. The no-utensils, no-plates policy contributes to the casual, hands-on nature of the dining experience.

• casual
• lively
• energetic
• fun

What's Good

• SEAFOOD BAG: CLAMS

  A popular choice for seafood boils, served in a bag for a hands-on eating experience.

• ALL SHRIMP Pasta Alfredo

  $20.15

  Linguine pasta tossed with shrimp in a house-made alfredo sauce, offering a creamy seafood option.

• KC Catfish

  $21.30

  Catfish prepared with Cajun garlic butter, served with red rice and steamed broccoli.

• Seafood Scampi W/ Pita

  $20.15

  A mix of scallops, shrimp, clams, and mussels served with pita bread for dipping.

• Cajun fries

  Frequently mentioned as a highly recommended side dish, known for their flavor.

Perfect For

• casual dining
• friends gathering
• family meal