Shaking Crab

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18 Cottage Ave
Quincy, MA 02169
+1 (617) 481-0054
https://www.shakingcrab.com
Put on a bib and get ready to make a mess! Channeling New Orleans by way of New England, Shaking Crab offers a variety of fresh shellfish drenched in house sauces featuring rich butter, ample garlic, and bold Cajun spices. Throw in spice level customization and the option to add sides and you'd best believe that your meal will be different every time you shake! Shaking Crab offers a fully stocked bar with inventive cocktail options and a rotating selection of craft beers on tap. The modern dining area aims to create a communal vibe to enjoy a meal with your family, a drink with friends, or a first date with no chance of awkwardness. In the age of social media, the inherent messiness of Shaking Crab is sure to do away with pretention - and your cell phones.

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3.5287 reviews
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Arianne Victoria A.
8/11/2025

Been here twice. A bit pricey but you get a good amount for what you pay for. The snow crab legs and other seafood like crawfish and shrimp are always fresh! You can do AYCE or get a tray. But the...

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Keerthi D.
8/12/2024

Shaking Crab is a local cajun restaurant known for their high quality and diverse seafood boil options. There's street parking nearby and it's located near the Thomas Crane Public Library. The...

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Thomas T.
7/20/2023

The restaurant is located in a vibrant neighborhood in Quincy with plenty of restaurants. The staff gives you a bag that includes your utensils, gloves and an apron. I decided to pick a combo...

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Tinaje D.
3/28/2025

For one all the servers were acting confused like why are we confused I don't get it. They don't say on the menu that your bag doesn't come with corn and potato if you get a half pound so when I...

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Paul L.
1/17/2024

My Review from 6 years ago... 5 Stars(Would have given more if I could) This place, this kind of dining is such a breath of fresh air, especially here in Massachusetts. There was a similar place...

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