Shaking Crab
Are you in the mood for a seafood feast that’s messy, flavorful, and downright fun? Look no further than Shaking Crab, located at 1004 Shadeland Ave Ste A2, Indianapolis, IN 46219. This restaurant isn’t just about delicious seafood — it’s about diving in and getting your hands dirty, creating an unforgettable dining experience.
Shaking Crab: Where Mess Meets Flavor
At Shaking Crab, the motto is clear: Get Your Hands Dirty! This isn't a place for quiet, refined eating with utensils. Instead, it's all about rolling up your sleeves and digging into some of the freshest seafood around, straight from the shell and into your hands. The restaurant’s laid-back atmosphere and vibrant, casual vibe make it the perfect spot to gather with friends, enjoy great food, and embrace the delicious messiness of a true seafood boil.
Special Menu Highlights at Shaking Crab
Shaking Crab’s menu is full of mouthwatering options that will keep you coming back for more. Whether you’re craving blue crab, snow crab legs, or something a little crispy, there’s something for everyone. Here are some standout items from their menu:
Blue Crab and Snow Crab Legs: A Seafood Lover’s Dream
If you’re a fan of sweet, succulent crab meat, you’ll love Shaking Crab’s Blue Crab and Snow Crab Legs. Each order is packed with generous portions of crab, perfectly seasoned and served with a side of Shaking Crab’s signature seasoning. Whether you like it spicy, garlicky, or tangy, these crabs are served fresh and full of flavor, making them a must-try for any seafood lover.
Fried Shrimp Basket & Fried Catfish Basket: Crispy and Delicious
For those who love a good crunch, Shaking Crab offers an assortment of fried baskets. The Fried Shrimp Basket is a crowd favorite, featuring crispy, golden-brown shrimp that are perfectly seasoned and deliciously tender on the inside. If you prefer something a bit more southern, the Fried Catfish Basket is a perfect choice. With crispy catfish fillets that are fried to perfection, it’s a tasty, hearty option that pairs wonderfully with Cajun fries.
Cajun Fries and French Fries: The Perfect Side Dishes
What’s a seafood feast without the perfect side? Shaking Crab’s Cajun Fries are a must-try. Crispy, golden fries tossed with bold Cajun seasoning, these fries pack a punch of flavor that’s a great complement to any dish on the menu. If you prefer something classic, their French Fries are just as satisfying, crisp on the outside and soft on the inside — a perfect companion to your seafood boil.
Reviews
My favorite seafood boil in Indy so far. The sauce is hearty which is perfect because it has so much flavor and I like to scoop it on top of my food with each bite. Takes about 10-15 minutes before it's ready. I always carry out, but there are tables inside where you can eat. Pretty basic environment Post-panda, prior to then the other side was open and there were booths and bar seating which was really cute. There's parking in front and on the side.
So I feel seafood boils are becoming my thing and I'm not mad at it. Shaking crab is a restaurant my husbands been dying to try, I read mixed reviews so I was honestly nervous. We were greeted immediately and the host is really friendly chatting it up with the customers. You create your own bag here and we found the price really affordable. We both went with the crab and shrimp. It comes with 1 potato and one piece of corn. I mixed the garlic and Cajun hot and my husband went with Cajun hot. We both loved the seasoning. It had chunks of garlic in it wow delicious. Shaking crab will definitely be added into our mix of seafood places and I suggest everyone try it out.
Overall their food flavor is not bad, the only problem is you need a lot of water afterwards. I mean a lot of a lot of a lot of water for a whole day or so. Then, the waiting is kind of long, I order one pound of shrimp to go, it toke at least 45 mins but they told me the food will be ready in 15mins. I got there like 5 ish, so they are not busy. I can't see that people need to cook a pound of shrimp for 40 minutes
I decided to go to the Shaking Crab after hearing and seeing a bunch of buzz about it. You get to choose 2 from a list of different seafood options. I went with Crab legs and Shrimp with no heads. I got the Shaking Sauce Mild which is their signature sauce it's 3 sauces combined and then you can choose how spicy you want it. The combo is served with fried rice corn and potatoes. The portion was big it was enough for 2 people. I spend about $21 and it was worth it to me! The only reason I have a 4 and not a 5 is because the service was poor.
There crab legs are amazing I've been coming here for years and I love it. When you sit and eat the service it's fast and great. The place it's small but clean and I get to drink my beer as well.