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Red Crab Menu 2026: Cajun Seafood Boil, Signature Sauces & What to Order

Full Red Crab Juicy Seafood menu guide for 2026 — every category, every item, with notes on how to order, which sauces to try, the best combos, and what to expect on your first visit. Red Crab is a Cajun seafood boil chain: pick your shellfish by the pound, choose a sauce, pick a spice level, and eat from the bag.

Cajun seafood boilSnow crab, shrimp, lobster, crawfish4 signature saucesMild to Extra Hot spiceSoutheast U.S. locations
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Signature items

Snow Crab BoilMarket price
Shrimp BoilBy the pound
Lobster TailMarket price
Crawfish BoilSeasonal
Fried ShrimpPlate
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Quick guide

Red Crab Juicy Seafood — the essentials

The four most common questions about Red Crab, answered before you even look at the menu.

Most popular protein
Snow Crab (by the pound)

Sweet, crowd-pleasing crab clusters. Best in Juicy Sauce or Juicy + Cajun blend.

Best for first visit
Crab + Shrimp combo

Half pound of each, Juicy Sauce, Medium spice. Covers both crowd favorites.

Most affordable pick
Shrimp (by the pound)

Shrimp absorbs sauce beautifully and is typically the most affordable boil protein.

Spice recommendation
Medium for most guests

Mild has no heat; Medium is moderate. Hot and Extra Hot are for heat enthusiasts.

How to order

Step-by-step: how to order at Red Crab Juicy Seafood

Red Crab is a build-your-own seafood boil. Here's what the process looks like from the moment you sit down.

Step 1

Choose your seafood

Pick from snow crab, shrimp, lobster, crawfish, clams, mussels or king crab. Most items are ordered by the pound — half-pound and full-pound are the standard sizes. First-timers often start with snow crab (half pound) and shrimp (half pound).

Step 2

Pick your sauce

Choose one of four base sauces: Juicy (the signature), Cajun, Lemon Pepper or Garlic Butter. You can also blend two sauces — Juicy + Cajun is the most popular combo.

Step 3

Select your spice level

Mild (no heat), Medium (moderate), Hot (noticeably spicy) or Extra Hot (full cayenne). Start at Medium if you're unsure. Cajun sauce already runs a bit spicier than Lemon Pepper or Garlic Butter at the same spice level.

Step 4

Add your sides

Corn on the cob, red potatoes and andouille sausage go right into the boil bag. You can also add hard-boiled eggs, bread for sauce-soaking, fried rice or a salad.

Step 5

Eat from the bag

Your order arrives sealed in a bag. The server cuts it open at the table — the table is lined with butcher paper. Bibs are provided. Crack crab, peel shrimp, and soak up the sauce.

Tip

Confirm prices before you order

Red Crab does not publish national prices online. Seafood is market-priced and varies by location. Ask your server for the current price per pound — especially for king crab and lobster, which can be significantly more than snow crab.

Sauce guide

Red Crab Juicy Seafood sauce breakdown

The sauce is the most important decision you make at Red Crab. Here's what each one tastes like and what seafood it pairs best with.

Signature · Most ordered

Juicy Sauce

The house sauce — buttery, aromatic, with a Cajun-inspired flavor profile. Less aggressively spicy than the Cajun sauce; more complex than Garlic Butter. This is what the chain is known for. Best with snow crab and shrimp.

Bold & spicy

Cajun Sauce

Classic Cajun seasoning with paprika, cayenne, garlic and herbs. Runs the spiciest of the four base sauces even at Mild level. Great for guests who want maximum flavor heat. Excellent with crawfish and shrimp.

Bright & citrusy

Lemon Pepper Sauce

Citrus-forward with a peppery finish. The lightest of the sauces — lets the natural sweetness of crab and shrimp shine through. Great with snow crab, lobster and mussels. Popular with guests who prefer less heat.

Rich & savory

Garlic Butter Sauce

Deeply savory, butter-rich with plenty of garlic. No significant heat. Pairs exceptionally well with shrimp and clams. Also popular as a dipping base for bread and corn. The most approachable sauce for spice-averse guests.

Pro tip: blend two sauces. Most Red Crab locations allow you to choose a 50/50 blend of any two sauces. The most popular blend is Juicy + Cajun, which gives you the house signature with an extra kick. Ask your server about blend options at your location.
Best combinations

Popular Red Crab order combinations

Not sure what to order? These are the combinations most commonly recommended by Red Crab regulars. Prices vary by location; ask your server for current per-pound pricing.

The Classic First-TimerAsk your server

  • Snow crab, half pound
  • Shrimp, half pound
  • Juicy Sauce
  • Medium spice
  • Corn on the cob + red potatoes

Covers both staple proteins in the signature sauce. Most first-time visitors start here.

The Crab FeastMarket price

  • Snow crab, 2 pounds
  • Juicy + Cajun blend
  • Hot spice
  • Corn + potatoes + andouille sausage

For crab enthusiasts. The Juicy + Cajun blend adds depth and heat to the sweet crab.

The Shrimp LoverAsk your server

  • Shrimp, 1 pound (head-on)
  • Garlic Butter Sauce
  • Medium spice
  • Bread for sauce-soaking
  • Fried rice side

Head-on shrimp absorbs more flavor. Garlic Butter makes the bread dipping exceptional.

The Premium BoilMarket price

  • Lobster tail
  • Snow crab, 1 pound
  • Lemon Pepper Sauce
  • Mild to Medium spice
  • Corn + potatoes

For a special occasion. Lemon Pepper lets the lobster sweetness come through.

First visit guide

What to expect and what to order on your first visit to Red Crab

A Cajun seafood boil restaurant is a different experience from most casual dining. Here's what first-timers should know before they walk in.

The experience

Red Crab is casual and tactile — you'll be cracking shells and peeling shrimp with your hands. Tables are covered in butcher paper. Bibs are provided (use them). It's a social, messy, hands-on meal that takes around 45–90 minutes to enjoy properly.

Most locations are BYOB or have a beer/wine selection. Bring a large appetite — seafood boils are filling.

Confirm hours, current prices, and reservation policy with your local Red Crab before visiting. Many locations are walk-in only with waits on weekend evenings.

  • Start order: Half pound snow crab + half pound shrimp
  • Best sauce: Juicy Sauce (the house signature)
  • Spice for beginners: Medium (not too hot)
  • Add to your bag: Corn, red potatoes, andouille sausage
  • Must-try: Order extra bread — perfect for sauce-soaking
  • Budget: Expect $25–$50 per person, market prices vary
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All Red Crab menu categories with item counts.

The full menu

Every item on the Red Crab Juicy Seafood menu

All categories below. Prices are not listed — Red Crab does not publish a national price list, and seafood costs vary by market and location.

About prices at Red Crab. Red Crab Juicy Seafood does not publish a national menu price list online. Seafood boil restaurants price items by the pound, and live seafood costs fluctuate with market conditions. Snow crab and shrimp are typically the most affordable proteins; king crab and lobster are market-priced at a premium. Expect to spend roughly $25–$50 per person at most locations, but confirm current per-pound pricing directly with your local Red Crab before ordering.
Signature spotlight

The items that define Red Crab Juicy Seafood

New to the chain? These are the dishes that regulars keep coming back for.

Most ordered

Snow Crab Boil

Snow crab clusters by the pound, boiled in your sauce of choice and spice level. The flagship order at Red Crab — sweet, meaty and deeply flavored by the sauce. Order one pound minimum to feel like you've really dug in.

Best value

Shrimp Boil

Large shrimp (head-on or head-off) by the pound. Shrimp is typically the most affordable boil protein and one of the best at absorbing the signature sauces. Head-on shrimp has more flavor; head-off is easier to peel.

The house blend

Juicy + Cajun Sauce

The most popular sauce order — a 50/50 blend of the signature Juicy Sauce and bold Cajun. Combines the chain's identity flavor with extra heat and depth. Available at most locations; confirm with your server.

Add-on essential

Corn + Potatoes in the Bag

Corn on the cob and whole red potatoes cooked directly in the sauce bag alongside your seafood. Both absorb every bit of the sauce. These are non-optional add-ons for regulars.

Seasonal

Crawfish Boil

Whole Louisiana crawfish by the pound when in season (typically spring and early summer). A traditional Cajun boil experience — messy, communal and delicious. Best in pure Cajun sauce.

Premium

Lobster Tail

Whole or split lobster tail boiled in your sauce. Market-priced and typically the most expensive item. Best with Lemon Pepper or Garlic Butter, which let the lobster's natural sweetness shine.

Dietary guide

Dietary considerations at Red Crab Juicy Seafood

Red Crab is a seafood-centric restaurant, and the menu is not well-suited for guests who do not eat seafood or shellfish. Most sauces contain butter (dairy), and shared kitchen surfaces mean cross-contact with shellfish allergens is unavoidable.

Guests with shellfish allergies should not eat at Red Crab. The entire kitchen handles crab, shrimp, lobster and crawfish at all times.

Cross-contact possible with all major shellfish allergens. Do not visit if you have a serious shellfish allergy.

  • Shellfish: Unavoidable — entire menu and kitchen
  • Dairy: All butter-based sauces contain dairy
  • Gluten-free: Ask about specific items — fried items are not GF
  • Vegetarian options: Very limited — sides and desserts only
  • Non-seafood mains: Chicken wings at most locations
Locations

Where to find Red Crab Juicy Seafood

Red Crab Juicy Seafood has locations primarily in the southeastern United States, with restaurants in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland and additional states. The chain is actively expanding.

Use the official store locator on redcrabjuicyseafood.com to find the nearest location, confirm hours and check whether a reservation is required.

  • Primary region: Southeast U.S.
  • States: FL, GA, SC, NC, VA, MD and expanding
  • Walk-in: Most locations; waits on weekends
  • Hours: Confirm with your local store
  • Official site: redcrabjuicyseafood.com
About Red Crab

The Cajun seafood boil chain from the Southeast

Red Crab Juicy Seafood brings the Louisiana-style Cajun seafood boil to a sit-down chain format. The concept is simple: shellfish by the pound, cooked in a bag with your chosen sauce and spice level, eaten with your hands at a butcher-paper-lined table. The chain is part of a broader Cajun boil segment that includes The Boiling Crab, Angry Crab and similar concepts.

What sets Red Crab apart is the proprietary Juicy Sauce — the house blend that gives the restaurant its full name. The chain focuses on the communal, hands-on nature of a seafood boil as a dining experience, not just a meal.

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Common questions

Red Crab Juicy Seafood menu — frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions people most commonly ask about Red Crab's menu, sauces, prices and ordering experience.

What kind of food does Red Crab Juicy Seafood serve?

Red Crab Juicy Seafood is a Cajun seafood boil chain. Guests order shellfish by the pound — snow crab, shrimp, lobster, crawfish, clams or mussels — and choose a sauce (Juicy, Cajun, Lemon Pepper, Garlic Butter or a blend) along with a spice level (Mild through Extra Hot). The seafood arrives boiled in a bag at the table, typically with corn, potatoes and andouille sausage as add-ons.

What is the signature sauce at Red Crab?

The chain's signature offering is the Juicy Sauce — a buttery, aromatic Cajun-inspired blend that gives the restaurant its full name (Red Crab Juicy Seafood). Other popular sauces include Cajun, Lemon Pepper and Garlic Butter. Many guests order a blend, such as Juicy + Cajun, which combines the house signature with extra heat.

How much does Red Crab Juicy Seafood cost?

Red Crab does not publish a national price list online, and seafood boil pricing varies significantly by location and by the market cost of seafood. Snow crab and shrimp are the most affordable proteins; king crab and lobster are market-priced and typically the most expensive. As a general guide, expect to spend $25–$50 per person for a seafood boil experience including a sauce and sides, but confirm pricing at your specific location before ordering.

Is Red Crab similar to The Boiling Crab?

Yes — Red Crab Juicy Seafood operates on the same Cajun seafood boil concept as The Boiling Crab, Angry Crab and similar chains: order shellfish by the pound, choose a sauce and spice level, eat out of the bag at a table lined with butcher paper. The experience and menu format are nearly identical. The primary differences are regional footprint and proprietary sauce recipes.

Where are Red Crab Juicy Seafood locations?

Red Crab Juicy Seafood has locations primarily in the southeastern United States, with restaurants in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland and other states. The chain continues to expand. Use the official store locator on redcrabjuicyseafood.com to find the nearest location, confirm hours, and check whether a particular item is available at your store.

What is the best seafood to order at Red Crab?

The most popular orders at Red Crab are snow crab (by the pound) and shrimp. Snow crab clusters are the flagship item — the sweet meat pairs well with both the Juicy Sauce and the Cajun blend. Shrimp (head-on or head-off) is more affordable and absorbs sauce beautifully. For a first visit, a half-pound of snow crab plus a half-pound of shrimp in the Juicy Sauce at Medium spice is a widely recommended combination.

Can you customize your order at Red Crab Juicy Seafood?

Yes. Customization is central to the Red Crab experience. You choose: (1) which seafood and how many pounds, (2) which sauce — Juicy, Cajun, Lemon Pepper, Garlic Butter or a combination, and (3) your spice level from Mild to Extra Hot. You can also add corn, red potatoes, andouille sausage, hard-boiled eggs and other add-ons to your bag.

Does Red Crab Juicy Seafood have vegetarian or non-seafood options?

Red Crab is primarily a seafood restaurant, but most locations offer a small selection of non-seafood items including chicken wings, fried chicken and some side dishes. Vegetarian options are limited — sides like fries, coleslaw and corn can be ordered without seafood, and desserts like cheesecake and beignets are available at many locations. The menu is not well-suited for guests who do not eat seafood.

How spicy is Red Crab Juicy Seafood?

Spice level is fully customizable. Mild has essentially no heat — all the flavor without any burn. Medium has a moderate kick and is where most guests start. Hot is noticeably spicy and Extra Hot is full cayenne heat intended for experienced spice lovers. The Cajun sauce naturally runs spicier than Lemon Pepper or Garlic Butter at the same spice level, so first-timers in Cajun should consider starting at Mild or Medium.

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