Cajun Seafood Boil · $$$

$48/person

Walk-in only · expect a lineBusiest weekend dinner

Cajun Seafood Boil · $$$

$48/person

Walk-in only · expect a lineBusiest weekend dinner

The Boiling Crab

Name: The Boiling Crab
Address: 1631 E Capitol Expy, San Jose, CA 95121, USA, San Jose, United States
Price range: $$$

What to Order

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Based on 1,893 reviews

addictive Whole Shabang saucegenerous seafood portionsfun communal atmosphere

long waits with no reservationsprice escalates quickly by the poundvery loud and cramped

Best for: Groups of 4–8 who want a messy, communal, no-silverware meal
Seafood lovers craving Cajun-style boils in the South Bay
Families with older kids who can handle spice and noise
Late-night cravings — kitchen stays open late on weekends
Busiest: Weekend dinner (6–9pm)