Dining is not just about food it is about the entire experience; the ambiance, the service, all these things make your dining experience an event to remember. I am a super huge foodie and some friends took me to this gem of a place . The service here is fantastic, you are greeted with staff that actually enjoy what they do and they continue to be attentive to you throughout your entire time there. Depending on what day you go and time, you may have a bit of a wait but trust me it is worth every minute of your wait. The ambiance gives the illusion of being on a boat which is quite fitting. When you are seated you are give an unlimited supply of garlic bread and a pickled vegetable plate. Now when I say garlic bread I am not talking about bread that tastes like rubber and salt; this is fresh bread, warm and soft and delicious. Your waiter/waitress keeps your pitcher full of your drink of choice and then comes the food. Oh my God!!! You would feel as though you are on an episode of "Man versus Food." The portions are insane, you cannot finish all in one sitting, most times you would end up leaving there with a doggie bag. I had the lobster, ribs and crab legs combo, my friends also had 3 way combos and in total we paid $160 excluding tips. Listen to me, the food is super delicious, very well seasoned, I chose the Cajun seasonings I was in heaven. Every bite was tasty. Now please be warned the side dishes are nothing to write home about, very basic but we did not go there for the side dishes we went there for the star of the show which is the sea food. Everything is absolutely delicious. Lots of smiles and a doggie bag later I was looking forward to the next time I would visit Crab Shanty. You have got to try it. It is worth the experience.
Tasty & one of the best values on City Island! Definitely worth a try! The Garlic Bread....Is sinful!. I really enjoy Crab Shanty! This is one of my favorite restaurants on the island! The brunch is the best deal going! I've tried quite a few places on CI (Sammy's, Tony's Pier and a few other restaurants..who's name is escaping me now) All are good, but Crab Shanty is my favorite. I have been going there over 15 years and it has never disappointed. Their broiled Crab Legs & the Garlic Bread are my two favorite items.....
THE BEST EVERRRRRRR!!. One of the best dishes and my favorite would have to be the penne alla vodka! Hands down been to many other restaurants but this one has won my trophy! NO COMPARISON!
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