I love this place...have been going for over 40 years!!! Always the best food!
My family has been going to The Crab Cooker for a very long time. I'm part of the 3rd generation to fall in love with it. Even though our family isn't in Newport anymore we always have to stop in when we visit. Their crab cakes, clam chowder, and smoked fish are hands down the best around. The restaurant is very cozy and the eclectic decor never gets old. Can't wait to get my fix next time I'm in town :)
This definitely has a lot going for it from authentic decor to great service. I enjoyed the food and would recommend coming here. I'm just not at a 5 on the food for this sort of beach/seafood fare. I only tried the clam chowder and cod skewers though, so for all I know there more expensive stuff might have impressed me more.
After all these years, it's nice to know some things don't change. The Crab Cooker has been an institution in Newport Beach for decades and is a "must visit" for first timers and veteran visitors alike. First time here in over two years and did not disappoint. Yummy food and friendly service. Cost about $60 per person, with appetiser and beer/wine plus entree. Funky harbor and nautical decor on the inside with fresh fish cooked over an open fire. Yes, still served on paper plates and plastic utensils, just part of the charm. Worth the visit. Make sure to look up when inside to see all the stuff, including the big great white shark hanging from the ceiling.
Fun place for seafood in Newport. Good food but my shrimp and scallop was a tiny bit salty but otherwise very good. Servíce was fast and friendly. They also have retail sales.
We were greeted by very friendly host and , seated quickly. The food was amazing. I really love their mash 😍. Skewers are very meaty, slaw is made different (I don’t eat everyone’s) but I loved it.
Over 50 yrs since my 1st visit, The Crab Cooker still lives up to it's famous reputation! I had the mouth watering Scallops and I'm still talking about them 1 week later. The service was swift and very friendly! Atmosphere is ideal! The 4 of us all loved our savoring our meals. Well worth the prices!
Great seafood here!! And, my waitress was awesome!! I accidentally timed dinner right as soon as I was done, I strolled out for the sunset, just as it was going to happen.
We had calamari, Smoked Fish Combination and Crabed Cakes with mashed potatoes. It looked like the amount of food was little less than what we were expecting. Overall, it was okay.
"Eat lots a fish." That's all you need to know about this place. It's about a short walk from the main beach area - which I like because it's less hectic. The staff is great and the food is good. I'd recommend the clam/mussels. I had their clam chowder but prefer the creamier version. I would come back here again given the opportunity.
Fresh clean tasting fish ! Smoked salmon was thicker than expected! A little disappointed in the food presentation with it being served on paper plates.
Iconic seafood restaurant in the middle of Newport Beach. A little touristy and the prices are high. $30 for half a Dungeness crab and sides. But it's fun and good.
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