Crafty Crab Alexandria

Alexandria, VA · Seafood restaurant

Rating
4.1/5
★★★★☆ 4.1
Reviews
20
Rank in Alexandria
#501
of 825 restaurants
City Percentile
35%
rating percentile
Address
Crafty Crab Alexandria, 5770 Dow Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304
Phone
(703) 647-9096
Website
www.craftycrabalexandria.com
Status
Closed · Opens 12 PM

Crafty Crab Alexandria is a restaurant located in Alexandria, VA. It is one of 825 restaurants listed in Alexandria. Its 4.1-star rating matches the Alexandria city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Crafty Crab Alexandria

Crafty Crab offers the freshest seafood and most authentic recipes in the area. We’re cooking up crab, crawfish, calamari, and lobster in the kitchen, made fresh daily. Not into shellfish? Try our Cajun rice, chicken tenders, and another options. At... More

Hours

Friday12 PM–11 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Vy H. · Oct 2025

BAR REVIEW. Came here Thursday afternoon for happy hour and dinner—we opted to sit at the bar. Our bartender Tiffany was great, made tasty cocktails and was friendly & attentive. The Apple Martini was okay but I enjoyed the Blueberry Lemon Drop Martini and Dirty Gin Martini more. Happy hour specials (2-7pm) were $8 house drinks and $4 beers! Food wise, we enjoyed the Seafood Boil: Crawfish and Snow Crab Legs with The BOOM!!! seasoning—well flavored and delicious! For dessert, we tried the Chocolate Cake which was good.

★★★★★ 5.0 Cherylyce Martin · Feb 2025

This establishment is exceptional, earning it a perfect score of 10 out of 10. The seafood boil bag, without sausage, two eggs, chicken, tender, fries, catfish with hush puppies, pink lemonade, a Sprite, and a blueberry lemon drop is a delightful experience. My daughter is thoroughly enjoying her chicken tenders, while my son is radiating happiness. The other child, despite not having anything to say, seems content. The customer service is commendable, and this will undoubtedly be my next visit. The food is hot, fresh, and reasonably portioned.

★★★★★ 5.0 Margaret Barber · Nov 2025

Whenever visiting Fort Belvoir, YOU MUST dine here!!! The service is par excellent, from the greeter, the waiter (DWIGHT) to security! We had a blast and will be returning soon, LORD willing!!! Thank you for this extraordinary experience!

★★★★★ 5.0 Aravind Iyengar · Apr 2025

Crafty Crab Alexandria is a haven for seafood enthusiasts who crave bold Cajun flavors and a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Nestled in the heart of Alexandria, Virginia, this restaurant consistently delivers fresh, expertly seasoned seafood that satisfies both casual diners and devoted seafood lovers alike. One of its standout features is the three levels of Cajun spice —mild, medium, and hot—allowing guests to tailor their dishes to their preferred heat level without sacrificing the rich, flavorful seasoning that defines the restaurant’s signature style. The menu boasts an impressive selection, with fan favorites like the Snow Crab and Shrimp Boil which is generously coated in house-blended spices, and the Fried Catfish Basket, a crispy, golden delight that pairs perfectly with their signa

★☆☆☆☆ 1.0 Manny E. · Feb 2026

Waited 1.5 hours only got our soft drinks, people who came after us got their food first, we kept being told that our order was in the “works” ended up cancelling and leaving. I understand that it was a Friday and it’s busy but could you not at least give us our cheesesticks? Also the owner replying to these bad reviews doesn’t seem to care, whenever someone leaves a bad review the response is so basic, issues don’t get addressed. Take pride in your business atleast… Waste of time never going back!!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Seafood restaurant

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