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A Few Things About The Charleston Crab House

All of our menu items are made with the freshest ingredients available to us, from the greens in our salads to the seafood on our plates. Some of our items are marked as market and their availability depends on Mother Nature, ocean temperature, tides, favorable winds, the Dow Jones Index, the price of tea in China and among other things, how lucky our fishermen are. If something is not available, we apologize.

We are constantly trying to do the best job for you that we can. If you have any suggestions as to how we can improve our food or service, please pass this valuable information on to us. We would appreciate it. Click here to contact us.

So relax and enjoy the food, the spirits and the fun. And we thank you.

Proud to be Lowcountry owned & operated since 1991

John Keener & The Crab House Crew


Tag & Release Lounge

While visiting the Charleston Crab House, stop in the Tag & Release Lounge for a refreshing cocktail, cold beer or even a coke! The Tag & Release Lounge at every location is a fun-filled atmosphere that's even great for families. Happy hour food & drink specials are available Monday-Friday, 4p.m.-7p.m.


Wondering Why Our Sign Is Upside Down?

The Charleston Crab House on James Island appeared on Flip This House in 2006, a national hit on the A&E Channel. This exciting series focuses on Trademark Properties, a growing Charleston-based real estate company with big dreams. With most episodes taking place right here in Charleston, the Trademark team specializes in Flipping - buying a home, quickly renovating it, then selling it. Every show is action-packed, as you watch these skilled professionals pull off amazing feats in no time flat! NOTE: The Charleston Crab House Was Not Sold! Same Ownership, Same great Seafood!!!

Charleston Originals don't change much. That's what makes them Charleston Originals! Flipping the Charleston Crab House is a BIG deal. We've been a local favorite since 1991 and plan on being a favorite for many more years. Come visit us & have your chance to say you came by the Charleston Crab House that was Flipped!


Thanks for having our group at your James Island location on the evening of 11 May. The food was delicious and the service was great! We shall return! Frances & David Hodge Middle Georgia Memory Makers
Frances Hodge

My two friends and I had lunch at the Crab House on April 3, 2010. Oh my gosh. Delicous. First off the crab dip, Best we ever had. My friends had the lowcountry boil and they both are still raving about it. I had the crabcake. Best ever. There is a restaurant in Savannah that touts their lump crabcake, you have her beat by a million miles. We were all amazed by the amount of actual crabmeat in the cake. Then we moved on to sharing a piece of the peanut butter pie. What a wonderful way to end a fantastic meal. We had the nicest waitress who was so helpful and patient with us while we decided what to order. We really wanted to try everything on the menu. We had watched the makeover on Flip This House and had to see the restaurant. We were not disappointed. We will be back - soon - hopefully.
Janet Schmidt

My wife and I visit Charleston several times a year to stay with my daughter about a mile directly across the river.  Your restaurant is very convenient, but much more than that to us.  We have enjoyed every visit, and will return soon.  My son went to the Citadel and also enjoyed your seafood, so it's a family affair. I am originally from Florida and moved from Charleston to Atlanta a number of years ago, so I do appreciate good seafood.
Marvin Walker

The most amazing food!!! Wonderful visit will be back soon!!!!!! Sandi and Danny
Sandi Perry


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