The Boiling Crab

4.5(3,462)

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Location & Hours

Address

3377 Wilshire Blvd UNIT 115
Los Angeles, California 90010
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 3:00 PM

Monday3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Thursday3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Friday3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(213) 389-2722

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About The Boiling Crab

Casual small chain offering boiled-in-bag Cajun-spiced crawfish, oysters, shrimp & other shellfish.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on June 25, 2025.

4.5/5

Based on 3,462 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Todor Nicholas Nikolov

a month ago

We visited The Boiling Crab in Los Angeles in 2025, and while there are a few things you should know before you go, this place is absolutely worth it if you love bold, flavorful seafood and don’t mind...

Jazmine Sullivan

4 weeks ago

This food was really good! The sauce was amazing! I ordered the snow crab boil and fried shrimp basket was an appetizer… delicious! The food came out fast although, the wait was like an hour -service ...

Waseem Aalam د. وسيم عالم

a month ago

Absolutely incredible experience! The Boiling Crab has quickly become one of my favorite spots for seafood. The king crab and shrimp are hands down the best I've ever had — perfectly seasoned, juicy,...

Oscar

8 months ago

For a Sunday evening, we only waited about 30 minutes, which isn’t too bad. We were served within 15 minutes and attended to by several waiters. I love the shrimp with Whole Sha-Bang seasoning and Caj...

Jisou

7 months ago

first time having seafood in this format, they are delicious!! they smell so good and we only rmb to take photos after finishing lol we had crab leg (good), clams (very good), corns and potatos (supe...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Diners consistently describe their experiences as incredible and highly recommend The Boiling Crab for its flavorful seafood. The restaurant is considered a favorite spot by many, with many stating the food is worth the wait.

Customer Favorites

The king crab and shrimp, especially when seasoned with the "Whole Sha-Bang," are highly praised. Corn and potatoes, as well as clams, are also mentioned as superb sides and seafood options.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is generally described as fun, casual, and suitable for groups. The staff is consistently noted for being friendly, attentive, and fast, even during busy periods.

Value & Quality

The seafood is described as fresh, generously portioned, and bursting with flavor, justifying the wait time. Parking validation is seen as a perk, reducing the cost.

Areas for Improvement

The long wait times are the primary drawback. Noise levels can be high, especially when sports games are on.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight the quality of the food and the parking validation perk. Wait times of 30 minutes to 2 hours are common, indicating it's an ongoing issue.