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Welcome To CrabShack
CrabShack, located at 2 Marine Parade in Worthing, is a seafood haven celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere and tantalizing menu. This cozy restaurant offers a range of expertly crafted dishes, from crispy squid to half a kilo of West Country mussels, ensuring there's something for every seafood lover. Guests rave about the beautifully presented meals, with highlights like the homemade crabcakes and dressed crab capturing the essence of coastal cuisine. With outdoor seating boasting scenic beach views, CrabShack is perfect for leisurely dining. The friendly, knowledgeable staff elevate the experience, making every visit a delightful culinary journey.
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CrabShack
Welcome to CrabShack, a hidden gem located at 2 Marine Parade in Worthing, United Kingdom! This cozy seafood restaurant has secured its place as a favorite among locals and visitors alike, thanks to its inviting atmosphere and mouthwatering menu. Whether you’re savoring the sea breeze on their outdoor patio or enjoying the warmth of the interior, every visit feels like a special occasion.
At CrabShack, the menu delights with a wide variety of seafood options. Dive into starters like their Crispy Squid, Old School Prawn Cocktail, and the immensely popular Homemade Crabcake. For those looking to indulge, the Starter Dressed Crab is a must-try, showcasing the essence of their crab specialties. The restaurant's commitment to bold flavors is evident, with dishes that are beautifully presented and elegantly prepared.
To accompany your meal, the cocktail selection is equally impressive. Classic choices like the Negroni and Classic Martini provide the perfect balance to the vibrant dishes. As one delighted patron, Alex Lewis Paul, noted, “Amazing amazing food, welcoming friendly and knowledgeable staff”—this commitment to high standards extends beyond the kitchen to every aspect of service.
CrabShack's main dishes are a celebration of fresh ingredients and culinary skill. The Pan Roasted Fillets Of Gurnard steals the show, served in a buttery spring broth complemented by seasonal vegetables. Additionally, the Half Dozen Jersey Rock Oysters promise a taste of the ocean, while the Pan Roasted Skatewing enlivens your palate with its delicate flavors and perfectly paired sauce. The commendation from Dave West on the beautiful presentation further reflects the care taken in each dish.
Your experience wouldn’t be complete without a sweet finish, such as their Jamaican stem ginger and rum sticky toffee pudding, which offers a delightful end to your meal. As you lounge with a drink in hand, watching the waves by the beach, you’ll understand why diners leave glowing reviews.
With a reputation for not only delectable food but also a friendly, vibrant atmosphere, CrabShack in Worthing is more than a dining destination. It's an experience that ignites your taste buds and warms your heart. Reservations are highly recommended—come and bask in the coastal charm while enjoying the best seafood this charming seaside town has to offer!
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“ Amazing amazing food, welcoming friendly and knowledgeable staff. Confident in their allergy handling - assured me of separate preparation and serving. Also DELICIOUS and beautifully presented. My son (the real foodie) and I were very happy indeed. Will return! ”
“ Lively and buzzing on a warm Night. Friendly and experienced team. My dressed crab and fish tacos were very good and the husband enjoyed his crab cakes. Most enjoyable ”
“ Visited for lunch with my wife after recommendations from a friend. My wife had Crab Cakes and I had plaice from the specials board. The food was presented beautifully, and cooked to perfection. We will definitely be back. ”
“ 27th April 2025 When Mich promised me a bike ride in April as part of her Christmas-present series of monthly 2025 activities, neither of us was particularly convinced that struggling up hills at different paces was an enjoyable way to spend a day, but the only flat-ish option we could find that didn’t involve a train elsewhere I’d done before: cycling along the coast to Worthing. Conundrum. But when we realised we could pair the ride with a trip to the Crabshack, with tables available outside on what was forecast to be an unseasonably nice day, the prospect all of a sudden became a lot more exciting. In actuality, getting there was a big part of the day. The nice parts of the route along the seafront and particularly in and around Shoreham port as we pedalled and gossiped two abreast were very nice; the less nice bits along the roads and into the wind initiated the pleasant feeling of those first few pangs of hunger when you know you’ve got a decent meal to look forward to – and that justify ordering maybe slightly more than you would otherwise. It was also my birthday in a few days, so why not? We took a table on the edge of the restaurant’s tented outdoor patio, with the sea just about in view but sheltered from any passing pesky seagulls. The weather, the exercise, the welcome and the general mood of the day led us to a beer each as we perused the menu; there was a Jamaican stem ginger and rum sticky toffee pudding on the specials blackboard, also contributing to our all-round inducement to indulgence. We didn’t stand a chance. There were a couple of non-negotiables that we built our order around – the pil pil prawns and some kind of crab, obviously; you can’t visit a place with an eponymous speciality without trying it. Sharing everything, we went for crispy squid and a starter portion of the dressed crab, those prawns, the crabcakes, and skinny fries topped with... more crab. Oh, I also treated myself to a birthday oyster – the best of the weekend by a mile (sorry Petit Pois). It’s genuinely difficult to find a flaw in any of it. Everything tasted like it had taken its daily exercise at the same time that we did, swimming around in the sea as we rode alongside it, being caught and prepared as we locked our bikes up. Nothing was overthought either: the mix of white and brown crabmeat was perfect with just a dab of lemon mayo on a hunk of multigrain bread or with a forkful of salad leaf; the prawns – massive and of almost unprecedented texture – had infused just so with the tomato, chilli and paprika of their new red pond. The fries didn’t even need seasoning. The only critique I can come up with is a subjective reflection of my own tastes: the ratio of squid to batter was slightly unfishy for me; the pil pil sauce was heavier and therefore more of a main dish than you might find as a Spanish tapa (although if La Tasca had served prawns like these they’d definitely still be around); the crabcakes were simply my least favourite of the three crabby varieties we ordered – perhaps the least fresh-tasting on account of their preparation. We washed it all down with very strong cocktails, I blew out the candle on maybe the best STP I’ve ever tasted and, too full to cycle, we got the train back to Brighton. Bliss. ”
“ Cozy restaurant tucked into the end/beginning of the boardwalk. Reservations are a must, as this place has delicious food and everyone knows it. The outdoor seating has a wonderful view of the beach. The indoor seating is decently spaced out. The menu features a good variety of seafood, and the daily specials are a fantastic treat. If you are in a group, I would personally recommend ordering the Whole dressed crab and cockle & shrimp popcorn. It is absolutely worth it! ”
“ Really large portions, the food is very tasty, the staff are caring and friendly and it's not heavy on your wallet! ”
“ Certainly among the best seafood meals we've had anywhere in the world. The seafood platter for 2 was very good and the fish stew delicious. It well deserves it's reputation as a really good seafood restaurant. And I have to mention the ice cream with alcohol deserts, a little different, very tempting and very good. ”
“ Some of the best fish I've eaten in a long time with fun staff that seem proud of their work and a gorgeous venue. If you can get a table a must stop spot for Worthing ”