If you're in Amarillo and craving seafood, Crackin' Crab is a must-visit destination. Nestled at 3350 S Soncy Rd, this seafood restaurant consistently impresses with its flavorful offerings and top-notch service. Customers rave about the delectable snow crab, scallops, and crawfish, noting the superb seasoning and generous portions. Reviewers like elizabeth Estrada and Brandi Pichon highlight the chefs’ skill in creating memorable dishes that exceed expectations.
The service at Crackin' Crab stands out, with many patrons praising their attentive and charismatic servers. Whether it’s James, who ensures every need is met, or Jay, whose infectious energy elevates the dining experience, the staff's dedication shines through. As Matthew Tate described, the ambiance is inviting, making it perfect for business dinners or celebratory meals.
With a combination of great food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder that visitors plan to return. Don't miss out on this hidden gem—you'll leave with a full stomach and happy memories!
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Fast service
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Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Alcohol
Beer
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Comfort food
Small plates
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Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
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Family friendly
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Credit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Children
Good for kids
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Free of charge street parking
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Reviews For Crackin' Crab
elizabeth Estrada
Jun 26,2025
We are in town for a convention. This place was recommended by our hotel. It was fantastic. The food had the best flavor and our waiter James was the best. The other female waiter was awesome as well. Although James was super busy, he went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and we're taken care of . We will definitely be back next time we are in town.
Laura Haven
Jun 14,2025
Jimmy the server was so helpful in helping us order. He was the best. We ordered snow crab, Shrimp and scallops. Everything was prepared perfect. It was delicious one of the best seafood restaurants we’ve ate at in our travels. Would definitely recommend if they could get a 10 I’d give them a 10.
Brandi Pichon
Jun 3,2025
Ive been craving crawfish forever. I live im California but took a road trip and this place was on my bucket list. I'm beyond grateful that I stopped here. Got 2 lbs of crawfish the size went above my expectations and the flavor was mind blowing. The catfish were HUGE filets OMG HEAVEN. But the best part was our server JAY WAS THE BEST. He's probably the best server I had in a long time. He was charismatic the energy he had set our whole experience to top tier. He made THEE best drinks, my son just graduated from college and him and a few others celebrated with us. The absolute welcoming environment was top tier. I hope this place knows what type of server they have. JAY GETS 10STARS, GOLD STAR AND AN A. THANK YOU FOR MAKING OUR EXPERIENCE AMAZING
Matthew Tate
May 21,2025
03/27/2025 - Met with a couple of people for a business dinner. As this was my first time at Crackin' Crab, I didn't know what to expect. First, the restaurant was clean, had decent ambient lighting, and with music at a notable - but not excessive - volume. Overall, my initial impression was good. The waiter James was wonderful and very helpful, answering my question about the difference between Snow Crab and Dungeness Crab legs. (Snow Crab meat is sweeter, but less of it; Dungeness is saltier, and there is more of it.) I ordered the Dungeness Crab legs, while both of my business associates chose the fried shrimp. I WAS IMPRESSED. The Crab legs were cooked to perfection, and the quality of the sauce - medium heat - was AMAZING, just hot enough to be interesting, but not so hot as to be unpleasant. In addition, I was given a plastic bib and vinyl gloves to keep me from getting messy. My associates were equally impressed by their fried shrimp. All together, we had an excellent meal, which contributed nicely to our conducting business. James was a fantastic host - friendly, attentive, and helpful. All in all, it was a truly enjoyable experience, with great food, great service, great atmosphere, and reasonable prices. I look forward to eating there again. VERDICT: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Brady B
Apr 29,2025
My wife and I had the pleasure of eating here on Valentine’s Day. Some of the best scallops I’ve ever had in my life. The staff were so friendly. Highly recommend!
Kimberly Grajeda
Apr 11,2025
The BEST sea food i have EVER gotten. DEFINITELY better than hook and reel. Love Jay and his great service! 10/10 will come back ( haha can see i ate it ALL )
Porfirio Cardenas
Mar 17,2025
I went to crackin crab today and my server Jay was amazing!! He suggested foods that I like and some that I wouldn't based on my preference in seafood !! The food tasted fresh and definitely better than hook n reel I'll be back!!!! Thank you Jay and kitchen !!
Toya Willis
Mar 13,2025
Im working near Amarillo, out in Borger TX, which is a 1 hr drive to get these crawfish. I spoke with Kenzie, and she was so nice and professional. I ordered 3 crawfish separate orders to-go. Upon arrival, I was greeted by James, and he was extraordinary! The cook was also very pleasant as I sat at the bar and chatted with James. He made me a great drink, and I even ordered shrimp to eat there. This is a great atmosphere, good music and really good crawfish! I give this place 2 thumbs up! It's a must if you're coming from work, wanting great food and a nice, friendly vibe with good, strong drinks.
Reviews For Crackin' Crab