The Crab Zone

I had the pleasure of dining at The Crab Zone today, and I must say, it was an absolute delight for seafood lovers like myself! From their delectable fried rice to the mouthwatering crawfish and garlic noodles, every bite was a testament to their culinary expertise. First and foremost, the fried rice was a standout dish. It was perfectly cooked, with each grain of rice separate and flavorful. The combination of fragrant spices, fresh vegetables, and succulent seafood created a symphony of tastes that left me craving for more. The portion size was generous, ensuring that I left the restaurant feeling fully satisfied. The crawfish stole the show with its tantalizing flavors and impeccable freshness. Every crawfish was expertly seasoned, resulting in a delightful balance of spices that enhanced the natural sweetness of the meat. The presentation was visually appealing, and the effort put into the preparation was evident. I couldn't resist cracking open each shell, reveling in the juicy goodness that awaited inside. Now, let's talk about the garlic noodles. They were a true revelation! The noodles were cooked to perfection, offering a delightful chewiness, and the garlic-infused sauce was simply heavenly. The aroma alone was enough to make my taste buds dance with joy. The flavors were well-balanced, allowing the garlic to shine without overpowering the dish. I found myself savoring every strand of noodle, relishing the harmonious blend of simplicity and sophistication. Apart from the extraordinary food, I must commend the attentive and friendly staff at The Crab Zone. They went above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience. The service was prompt, and they were more than happy to answer any questions or accommodate special requests. The atmosphere was vibrant, creating a warm and inviting ambiance that added to the overall enjoyment of the meal. In summary, The Crab Zone is an exceptional seafood haven that surpassed my expectations. Whether you're a seafood aficionado or simply looking for a memorable dining experience, this is the place to be. I highly recommend their fried rice, crawfish, and garlic noodles. You won't be disappointed! I can't wait to return and indulge in more of their tantalizing dishes. Thank you, The Crab Zone, for an unforgettable culinary adventure!

This is one of those place you never tried because nobody else was.... Then you finally try it and now you're mad you didn't try it sooner. Everything was good AF. The service was friendly and fast. She remembered a huge order without writing anything down and didn't miss nothing. Everything was flavorful and fresh.

One word, AMAZING. Every single item on their menu is tasty. I especially like the Crab with its delicious sauce. Drizzle that sauce on the house special fried rice and you got a killer dish. The owners are friendly and treats you like family. 5/5 would be back.

Great place for seafood. Get their Cajun Lava Shrimp, it is spicy and tastes delicious.

We ordered a whole bunch, the host was undoubtedly with a strong memory and took the order without writing any of it down. Food came out timely and the host, she made sure we were well taken care of.

All these years that I’ve been here and I never gave them a review. All their food are so good and let me tell you; their customer service are better than their food. Always welcome us with so much love

OMG, I can’t believe it, I just found a place make authentic seafood Cajun flavor in Stockton. It’sssss bomb , I love it, will come back and try more

Best seafood boil in town, their spicy Cajun sauce is a must along with the butter garlic king crab 🦀 you won’t be disappointed, the owners and staff are amazing very friendly people and very welcoming. They also offer hot pot 🍲 along with oysters, fried squid. If you need a drink you have to try the Han collection of alcohol. It’s out go to spot.

My boyfriend & I had such an amazing dinner date last night at The Crab Zone!! The food was fantastic, the cajun is unlike anything else I've ever tired before. The atmosphere was great & their drinks were a total treat! Cant wait to go back.

I've been wanting to stop by for a long time. Tonight was a great night to stop. The food was fantastic , the atmosphere was fantastic, everyone was very friendly 😀 😊 lava shrimp 🍤 Cajun crayfish mmmmm

Good food but need to be a little cheaper for the quantity of the Crab🦀. Other than that good food.

AMAZING CRAB!! NO BETTER TASTING ONE AROUND THE 209!! OWNERS ARE SO KIND AND WELCOMING

quan huynh

All these years that I’ve been here and I never gave them a review. All their food are so good and let me tell you; their customer service are better than their food. Always welcome us with so much love

Kim Hang Nguyen

OMG, I can’t believe it, I just found a place make authentic seafood Cajun flavor in Stockton. It’sssss bomb , I love it, will come back and try more

E Trejo

Best seafood boil in town, their spicy Cajun sauce is a must along with the butter garlic king crab 🦀 you won’t be disappointed, the owners and staff are amazing very friendly people and very welcoming. They also offer hot pot 🍲 along with oysters, fried squid. If you need a drink you have to try the Han collection of alcohol. It’s out go to spot.

mariana hernandez

My boyfriend & I had such an amazing dinner date last night at The Crab Zone!! The food was fantastic, the cajun is unlike anything else I've ever tired before. The atmosphere was great & their drinks were a total treat! Cant wait to go back.

Matt Pence

I've been wanting to stop by for a long time. Tonight was a great night to stop. The food was fantastic , the atmosphere was fantastic, everyone was very friendly 😀 😊 lava shrimp 🍤 Cajun crayfish mmmmm

Lori A Uribe

Good food but need to be a little cheaper for the quantity of the Crab🦀. Other than that good food.

Rob Eaz

AMAZING CRAB!! NO BETTER TASTING ONE AROUND THE 209!! OWNERS ARE SO KIND AND WELCOMING

To each there own, but in my opinion from first and foremost the way they do the spicy Cajun Dungeness crab 🦀 is unmatched all they to the music they play while your there...hands down the best crab joint I've been to...give it a try but be prepared to spend some money 💰

The price is wayyy on the higher side but it is sea food the server was really nice and professional. The food came out really fast and was amazingly delicious. The rest room was clean and nice smelling. The atmosphere was peaceful and quiet. My only gripe would be that they need to serve more of the food the proportion was so little and I ordered the biggest bowl they had.

After many years my review has not changed!! The most Family Oriented place!! Love the waitress's and the Owner's actually engage ( Blessings to both of you ), clean and evertime 'WE' go we are treated like Family! Thank you!! The Food is YUMMY!! Kudos to the chef! Til this dyay my

Never disappointed!!! Food taste is always consistent. Portion size is always great, the flavor is always on hit. You'll never get bored or tired of the food and their attitudes are so nice they are the nicest people that even if the food was not good their attitudes are so great it makes the food taste even better. Anytime you're in the mood for seafood crabzone is the place! Better than any seafood place in Stockton

This is a great 0lace to hang out. The food is delicious, crab legs and the Basil Fried Rice are my favorites. The owners are super friendly and often ask me to join them at their table or to sing karaoke...and they Really get into it! The place is never too crowded and they also serve adult beverages. Prompt service, check the schedule, they are closed early in the week, but they are worth the wait. I travel from Fairfield for the food!

We really enjoyed our dinner! The food was delicious and the staff folks were so friendly.!

Excellent foods, amazing services, safe environment, fantastic sports fan, 49ers peoples…

Amazing food… best seafood spot in town. Tess is the best!!

My husband and I absolutely love the food here so delicious. The service is just great, friendly staff and you don't have to wait for forever for your meal. I recommend the Crab zone to everyone. But don't just take my word for it go in and check it out see for yourself. I know you will enjoy the food and your time there. Love this place.

Kenny Nguyen

Excellent foods, amazing services, safe environment, fantastic sports fan, 49ers peoples…

Lynne Grigsby

We really enjoyed our dinner! The food was delicious and the staff folks were so friendly.!

Michelle Nguyen

Amazing food… best seafood spot in town. Tess is the best!!

Karen Poole

This is a great 0lace to hang out. The food is delicious, crab legs and the Basil Fried Rice are my favorites. The owners are super friendly and often ask me to join them at their table or to sing karaoke...and they Really get into it! The place is never too crowded and they also serve adult beverages. Prompt service, check the schedule, they are closed early in the week, but they are worth the wait. I travel from Fairfield for the food!

Daniel Hudson

To each there own, but in my opinion from first and foremost the way they do the spicy Cajun Dungeness crab 🦀 is unmatched all they to the music they play while your there...hands down the best crab joint I've been to...give it a try but be prepared to spend some money 💰

Lalogrillin “Grillito” Lalogrillin

My husband and I absolutely love the food here so delicious. The service is just great, friendly staff and you don't have to wait for forever for your meal. I recommend the Crab zone to everyone. But don't just take my word for it go in and check it out see for yourself. I know you will enjoy the food and your time there. Love this place.

Pooh

Never disappointed!!! Food taste is always consistent. Portion size is always great, the flavor is always on hit. You'll never get bored or tired of the food and their attitudes are so nice they are the nicest people that even if the food was not good their attitudes are so great it makes the food taste even better. Anytime you're in the mood for seafood crabzone is the place! Better than any seafood place in Stockton

Tommy Xsi

The price is wayyy on the higher side but it is sea food the server was really nice and professional. The food came out really fast and was amazingly delicious. The rest room was clean and nice smelling. The atmosphere was peaceful and quiet. My only gripe would be that they need to serve more of the food the proportion was so little and I ordered the biggest bowl they had.

Mayra Z 'MeNez

After many years my review has not changed!! The most Family Oriented place!! Love the waitress's and the Owner's actually engage ( Blessings to both of you ), clean and evertime 'WE' go we are treated like Family! Thank you!! The Food is YUMMY!! Kudos to the chef! Til this dyay my

I love hip hop and R&B. I walked in and they was playing music I like to hear when I would go dancing. I laughed because Too $hort, Blow the whisle played... was not expecting that, but swiftly caught my attention, then Minds playing tricks on me by Geto Boys came on, I knew every word...songs from the 90s. I love in love. Okay so we got crawfish, it was so good, was extremely pleased with it. We got 2lbs, 1lb of the Garlic and herb with med heat and 1lb with Cajun and mild heat. It was freshly killed I could tell. I also order the sweet potatoes and hot links from LA. The food had no complaint except, I burnt my tongue because the food was piping hot. We will be back!!! Oh I think the place could hold about 50 guest but only one restroom (1 toilet) per gender.

Our first time there today an let me tell you it was yummy the 🦀 fried rice spicy shrimp with corn potatoes with hot links 👍👍👍plus our waiter was so sweet if she wasn't married I would definitely ask for her #

First time at this place and it was a pleasant experience. Food was good, service was good. A bit on the pricey side generally speaking since the seafood didnt seem super fresh but good nonetheless. We had the bowl of shrimp with potatoes, corn, and sausage. Great flavor! Also tried the fish and shrimp. Those were ok. Frozen and a bit greasy, felt that meal was a bit pricey for the quality. Decor was cool and comfortable vibes. Would go back again. Strawberry lemonade was delicious!

This is 3.5 stars. Actually quite tasty. Went on the advice of a friend who joined me. Knocked off half star for major price hike, which I can completely understand as former restaurant owner & covid-19 pandemic, but prices are double. Make sure to ask "market price" so you aren't caught off guard.

I worked on Valentines Fay so we had to Celebrate it Today 2/15 but its okay now the Food was fresh! This is one of the original shrimp places in Stockton if you know, you know. The last time I came here was when I was 16, Im now 37 and I was surprised to see it still standing. They have their own made broth for the crab 🦀 boils. It not heavy or oily. Healthy option for those who don't want to put straight butter sauce into their stomachs. The service was wonderful the woman were very welcoming and she even helped me tie the bib on lol it was very sweet. I really liked how the 2 men came out and served our food. We felt appreciated 👏

Fair prices. Food was hot and fresh. Service was good.

Ronnie K

Fair prices. Food was hot and fresh. Service was good.

Ace

First time at this place and it was a pleasant experience. Food was good, service was good. A bit on the pricey side generally speaking since the seafood didnt seem super fresh but good nonetheless. We had the bowl of shrimp with potatoes, corn, and sausage. Great flavor! Also tried the fish and shrimp. Those were ok. Frozen and a bit greasy, felt that meal was a bit pricey for the quality. Decor was cool and comfortable vibes. Would go back again. Strawberry lemonade was delicious!

The food was good. Small portions for the price. Definitely have to like Garlic! People were nice....but the music was loud and "rapish-hip hop" or what ever it is called these days. We are seniors and would like to have had low music or none at all. That sound is just to jittery for us. Won't return.

Experience was lovely from service to well cooked tasty food. Fair portions will still fill you up. Crab is seasonal. Small location inside. Small selective wine and spirits drink menu. Limited hours. Check online for hours of operation. Plenty of parking. Good location.

just fee

Experience was lovely from service to well cooked tasty food. Fair portions will still fill you up. Crab is seasonal. Small location inside. Small selective wine and spirits drink menu. Limited hours. Check online for hours of operation. Plenty of parking. Good location.

Food is always good here!!! U love the service. Butttttttt......next time if any of you are seated in the back area...ask y the white old folks are always seated in the front area. Happens to me twice and if it happens the third time...well... 🙂

Honestly not the best. The shrimp was shrimp and unfortunately I could not taste the crawfish. The sauce was very runny so it did not stick to either well. The fried platter was good as well as the garlic noodles and fried rice.

I ordered a rice dish and the shrimp was so small like in a cup of soup. I think they cut up a half of a sausage. But it did taste good.

Service sucks at this place took forever to get our food the waiter was more busy drinking wine and socializing than making sure my food was out and then they forgot my daughter order on top of that . the Cajun fried rice was hard not fresh and the sauce for the boil was super watery with no flavor ! Overpriced for nothing definitely won’t be coming back .

I was very disappointed with my $62 order. Smh. Everything but the shrimp was lukewarm even after I made it very clear when I would arrive to pick up my $62 order. For 19.99 lb. the shrimp was mediocre at best. 😒 Waaaay over priced!!The lady who gave me my food even had the nerve to "warm up" my noodles in the microwave while I was there!! Seriously?! What happened to fresh? 🤔The fried clams were rubbery. We used to love this place 😣I WILL NEVER RETURN! Worst birthday dinner ever!!!

I ordered the garlic fries, and they were not very good. Customer service was not good. I won't be returning. I had another customer very rudely make comments while I asked the waitress questions. They didnt do anything. The shrimp isn't deveined. The cajun sauce is very liquidy and not thick so nothing has very good flavor.

My husband I and dine there for the first time. Nice fisherman wharf feel but really over. He ordered the crab in sweet garlic it was not good. Especially for a dungenese crab with empty shell and legs for $55. Went online no price on their menu for it. We were shocked. The appetizers were good. The ambient was nice but the main item was a not worth it. First and laSt time for me. Red lobster is wayyyy better and the price just right!

My experience was almost like one of the other reviews. I wanted crab for my birthday dinner and my wife and son took me to The Crab Zone. Mistake!!!! It was very high priced and the service was p-poor. The waitress was more interested in trimming the plants than trending our table. There was one other table with 2 customers. The music was too loud and when talking to the waitress we had to have her repeat herself several times. My hearing is not good but my wife and son can hear fine. They couldn't hear her over the music. There are many different types of music and my son enjoys many of them. He told me the music was terrible. That makes a statement from an 18 year old young man. I asked if the one crab would be enough for the three of us. Her statement was it depends on how hungry you are. OK. I get that. One small plastic cup for a beverage and that was it. Didn't ask if we wanted more to drink or eat. I would refer Denny's before this place. At least you get more than one drink and the waiters and waitress can speak so you can hear them.

Who ever is giving this place over 3 stars is friend's with the owner or getting paid to give it good reviews. Coming from a real customer. I am a fan of cajun food. This place isn't that great. The service isnt that good. The prices for the food is expensive. It is $12.99 lb for shrimp and crawfish. The sauce is extremely watery. Do not order the Crawfish. It barely has any meat. My boyfriend ordered crawfish and I orfdred the Cajun shrimp. The crawfish doesn't taste fresh and it barely has anything. Trust me you'll be very disappointed. I don't recommend this place at all. To expensive the quality is horrible and the service isnt that great.

We we're seated but that was all the service we received on my Birthday nonetheless! so me & my party of 9 left so I'm not able to vouch for the food only the service and it was a bit more that Domo's or Shirasoni in Stockton

It was expensive, so you'd think you would get delicious crab & lobster. The crab legs were drowning in garlic butter that tasted old and way too salty. The noodles are also just plain saturated in garlic butter. Overall worst crab of my life, I'll never go back and I'd never recommend. I paid $70 for horrible food.

Megan James

It was expensive, so you'd think you would get delicious crab & lobster. The crab legs were drowning in garlic butter that tasted old and way too salty. The noodles are also just plain saturated in garlic butter. Overall worst crab of my life, I'll never go back and I'd never recommend. I paid $70 for horrible food.