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The Boiling Crab

Messy, Hands-On Cajun Seafood Bliss

Dive into bags of Cajun-spiced shellfish drenched in the famous 'Whole Sha-Bang' sauce. It's a casual, high-energy spot where eating with your hands is part of the fun.

★ 4.50 · 1145 Google reviews PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE
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The Boiling Crab

What to order

The dishes regulars mention most

  1. 01

    The Whole Sha-Bang Sauce

    The definitive flavor profile of the restaurant, highly praised for its seasoning.

    "the whole shabang sauce was awesome." - Brandon Martin

    The Whole Sha-Bang Sauce at The Boiling Crab
  2. 02

    Sha Bang Bang Shrimp

    A fried alternative to the boils, served with rice for a filling meal.

    "fried shrimp served with rice" - Kathreen Dornidon

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What customers love

Read between the 1145 reviews

Service

Reviews are mixed, with high praise for specific helpful servers but some notes on new staff learning the ropes.

"Keyara was our server, he was polite, and very helpful." - Stephanie Magaña

Atmosphere & Wait Times

The restaurant is popular and often crowded, leading to significant wait times for indoor seating.

"Indoor seating area is always crowded waiting time was 45 minutes so we decided outdoor." - Lil

The story

About The Boiling Crab

The Boiling Crab brings a casual, small-chain energy to Woodland Hills, specializing in the Louisiana-style seafood boil. Guests gather around tables to peel shrimp and crack crab legs delivered in steaming bags of spice-infused butter. While the 'Whole Sha-Bang' sauce remains a fan favorite for its bold flavor, the experience is defined by its unpretentious, messy nature. Whether you are dining on the sunny outdoor patio or in the bustling interior, it is a place built for social, tactile seafood feasting.

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Address

23397 Mulholland Dr, Woodland Hills, CA 91364, USA

Phone

(747) 900-8353

Hours

Monday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

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