Crabdaddy's Seafood Bar Grill, nestled in the heart of St. Simons Island, Georgia, is a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike seeking an authentic seafood experience. Many patrons praise their crab legs as the best around, offering generous portions at reasonable prices. The sweet and sour vinaigrette, a favorite among regulars, is worth the trip alone, often taken home in bulk. The ambiance reflects a comfortable, coastal charm, ideal for casual dinners or laid-back family outings.
Diners rave about the enticing menu, which features highlights like perfectly cooked red snapper and irresistibly crispy grit fritters. The cinnamon butter served with their fresh bread is a must-try, receiving enthusiastic endorsements from multiple reviewers. While the cocktail selection may be simple, the overall food quality and generous portions make up for it. Patrons recommend arriving early due to the restaurant's popularity, but many note that the friendly service and inviting atmosphere keep them returning. Crabdaddy's not only delivers on flavor but also embodies the relaxed spirit of island dining, making it a treasure on Ocean Boulevard.
Amenities and More
Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fast service
Fireplace
Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Great dessert
Great wine list
Popular for
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Small plates
Spirits
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Usually a wait
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
On-site parking
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Reviews For Crabdaddy's Seafood Bar Grill
Seana Gunn
Jun 24,2025
Crabdaddy’s is one of our favorite spots on the island for a casual dinner and a couple beers after work. A few highlights- -Their sweet and sour vinaigrette is the bomb. We paid 22 for a 16 oz cup of it to take home because my husband loves it so much. -The crab legs are the best we’ve found on the island. Compared to Crab Trap next door, you get more crab legs, salad and it’s about 15 less. They’re always cooked perfectly. -The bread is insanely good with the cinnamon butter. A must try! It’s worth the carbs. -Parking isn’t great on busy nights, but you can usually find something if you’re patient... or willing to risk parking in a spot that may not be an actual spot. -We’ve never had anything we didn’t love here. Their fresh catch specials are fantastic! -The grit fritters are something I never expected to like but they’re really good! The only disappointment we’ve had has been the cocktails aren’t great, but that works for us, because we’ll opt for something else on nights we come here. If you’re ordering a two ingredient drink (Rum & Coke, Bourbon & Ginger, Vodka & Soda, etc), you’ll probably be fine but don’t expect complex cocktails. All in all, this is a very solid spot and we’ll continue to return regularly.
Francis Forte
Jun 21,2025
It’s in a nice pocket of the Island- near the King and Prince Hotel. The interior of the restaurant wasn’t anything particularly fancy, but don’t let that deter you. It’s pretty on par with the usual decor and dining experience of good local restaurants in sleepy coastal towns- similar to NJ or FL. The food was very good. I got the grouper fingers and the snapper for dinner. Everything I had was great. The price was reasonable, particularly for the size of the portions- that was a bonus. If are wanting fine dining and a super fancy restaurant to flaunt your money, this isn’t that- go hang around Sea Island. However, if you want a nice family restaurant, with an old shore/Island feel, with great portions, good food, and a relaxed environment that does not feel bar-like. This is a good option. Would go back. The server was super nice and a friendly local to someone visiting.
John Williams
Jun 18,2025
Great food and service! I ate at the bar to be seated quicker, as I was by myself this trip. Make sure to ask for the specials. The prime rib was excellent when I was there. Definitely would eat here again when I'm in the area.
Hank
Jun 9,2025
Great food. Get there early. This place gets packed. The red snapper with jalapeno cream sauce was very tasty. It was perfectly cooked. Crispy on the outside and tender in the middle. The crab cakes were really good. Blackened shrimp was the best I had all week. The special was a salmon in a lemon cream sauce. My kid really liked it and it was a really nice portion. The salad and bread was really good. The cinnamon butter that comes with it was awesome. We always visit Crabdaddy's when vacationing in SSI. You can make reservations in advance, too.
Katie Kennemore-Alexander
May 11,2025
Everything was yummy! The service was great and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. We had the prime rib, shrimp and grits, shrimp entree, and kids grilled cheese. Definitely get a reservation if you can, the wait was long when we tried to visit the night before!
Rosanell Merced
May 9,2025
Another gem that is worth the wait! And get out there early if you can to find parking. 1 hour estimate but waited about 45 min. We’re seated and promptly served by a sweet waitress, Casey. She went above and beyond with her service checking in on us frequently and getting drinks and introductory bread to the table quickly. Our orders came out instantly and the food was excellent. Fresh, flavorful and filling.
Kathy Harsh
Mar 31,2025
The food and service were EXCELLENT! There were 14 of us ( 9 Adults & 5 teens ). Everyone was able to order exactly what they wanted, even the teens. We had reservations ( recommend ) so we were able to be seated quickly even though it was very crowded. Our only negative was the parking. Took a good 10-15 minutes to find parking then had to walk around 2 blocks to the restaurant. It was worth it though.
Stacy O'Sullivan
Mar 12,2025
The food was delicious. The hostess was super sweet. Our waitress was not very friendly, but adequate. We saw the chefs cruising the restaurant and smiling at patrons. That was nice. We were visiting from out of town...first time on St. Simon. Again, our food was delicious and perfectly cooked!
Reviews For Crabdaddy's Seafood Bar Grill