The Crab Cooker

Category: Seafood restaurant in Newport Beach, California

Address: 2200 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

Phone: +19496730100

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–9PM

Monday: 11AM–9PM

Tuesday: 11AM–9PM

Wednesday: 11AM–9PM

Thursday: 11AM–9PM

Friday: 11AM–9PM

Saturday: 11AM–9PM

Reviews

Bennett Smith

May 6, 2022

I have a love for this place that started when I was young. My parents and I would take weekend trips down to ride out bikes around Newport and we always made a stop at the crab cooker. Fast forward 15 years and a lot of things have changed, but fortunately for us the flavors and the joy of eating at the crab cooker remain. I recommend starting with the bread and clam chowder then having some fish! You’ve gotta try the potatoes as one of your sides though, they do not disappoint 🙂

Liza Guerrero

Feb 23, 2022

Great place for lunch! We drove from San Diego and definitely we would do it again. Every product is fresh and with excellent flavour. We tried the clam chowder, the scallops, the lobster and the crab and we all loved each plate. Each one includes 2 extras, we chose mashed potatoes and salads. For drinks we chose beer and sparkling water which was free. We waited like 15 minutes for a table for three at 2pm. There was people waiting, but there was space to wait inside. Our waiter was nice and attentive. We spent like 30 dollars each one. The place is very nice, has many details and is perfectly decorated for the kind of food.

Julian Jeppe

Feb 16, 2022

I’ve been frequenting The Crab Cooker since the 70’s and it’s been the same since I can remember. Granted, they have just rebuilt the entire place recently. It looks and feels the same with the only difference being it’s larger now. In the summer be prepared to wait for a table, it’s well worth the wait. The food is excellent and cooked to perfection. Don’t miss out on the smoked albacore appetizer it’s a go to for a delicious starter.

Cap10Bill Nortman

Feb 3, 2022

It's back and better than ever... The food is amazing... prepared, seasoned, cooked to perfection, and server by friendly staff. The food is so fresh and the rebuilt building is beautiful but still has the original charm only brighter...

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Questions & Answers

Is the remodel completed? So you are open?

Kris Olsson | Aug 28, 2018
M E | Nov 30, 2021

Yes, they're remodel is completed and they're open.

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Is there a Shark hanging from the Ceiling?

Chris Haughey | Aug 28, 2018
Ralph Prieto | Aug 28, 2018

Yep a big one

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It was BANK of America before Crab Cooker

Keith Hart | Aug 28, 2018
Larry Hanshew | Aug 28, 2018

Yes it was a Bank of America originally

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What is the status of the Newport Beach construction? There appears to be no activity. What is the new re-open date?

Laura Bassi | Aug 27, 2020
steve Smith | Aug 27, 2020

Don't know construction quite extensive but the Tustin restaurant is opened good service as nd plenty of sitting.

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Can you buy a gift card? Online?

Becky Crockett | Jul 28, 2022
Steven Todd | Jul 28, 2022

Love the name! I'm a local who has enjoyed the fare here since 1966. No, the Crab Cooker does not offer gift cards, use canned ingredients or take reservations. Bob Rubien made President Nixon wait on line to eat in the early 70's. Traditional sea food and seaman service. You CAN however get 3rd party gift cards online that are honored at the restaurant.

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Has Crab Cooker closed yet for renovations? If not when do you anticipate that happening? I will be making a trip from Illinois to eat there March 3rd, 2018. Please advise when possible.. Really Hoping you'll be open still for this sentimental visi

John Gebelein | Aug 28, 2018
Kitty Willis | Aug 28, 2018

Still currently waiting on permits from the city, they're thinking it might be 2 months either way they do have another location in Tustin so don't fret please come visit aloha

Is thus place closing for construction?

Sami Kasper | Aug 28, 2018
Arne Rask | Aug 28, 2018

It's open

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I’m from out of state, but would like to purchase a gift certificate . Is this possible?

Jeanie Buhrman | Jul 28, 2022
Steven Todd | Jul 28, 2022

The Crab Cooker, to the best of my knowledge has never; 1, taken reservations, 2, used any canned ingredients or 3, offered gift cards. I'm a purist and am not real fond of that idea. I do believe everyone alive should eat here at least once in their life.

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Where is the best place to park?

Deidre Gaffney | Oct 31, 2021
Tim Taravella | Oct 31, 2021

Public lot up the road or paid street parking

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Do you take reservations

Linda Lester | Aug 27, 2021
Terry Leeches | Aug 27, 2021

They have an outside host for submitting your name. Make sure all people in your party are with you. They have outside seating and you can purchase drinks while you wait.

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Are the renovations done?

MrSexyloser33 | Aug 27, 2021
Mathew Alatorre | Aug 27, 2021

June they expect to be done

Are you open for dine-in?

Charlotte Welsh | Aug 27, 2021
Jamie Brooks | Aug 27, 2021

When is the reopening of the Newport crab cooker ?

Do you have a set date that you are opening?

Debbie Fernandez | Aug 27, 2021
Steve Hopkins | Aug 27, 2021

I dont own it or work there. I suggest you call the Crab Cooker in Tustin, they are family owned, and see if they have any updates.

Do you work with any of the restaruant delivery service companies who could do a pick up for delivery to a nearby community?

Marcelle Bakula | Aug 28, 2018
The Crab Cooker | Aug 28, 2018

Hi, Marcelle. Thank you for your question! Currently, we do not. However, we will take your point into consideration!

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Are you open this Easter Sunday (2018)?

Susan Stanley | Aug 28, 2018
Kitty Willis | Aug 28, 2018

Most likely not, but call for sure! Hope this helps!

Is the Crab Cooker open for eating?

A Google User | Aug 28, 2018
Jeff Welgan | Aug 28, 2018

Yes, but not sure what their current hours are. They are staying open through the end of summer and then they'll be closed for a year while they rebuild the structure.

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Are you open today 3/14/18?

Ralph Scott | Aug 28, 2018
Eng Ann Lee | Aug 28, 2018

They open everyday, but it will good to call and confirm before you go.

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My son would like some of the clam chowder shipped to him. Is athis a possibility?

Saundra Davis | Aug 28, 2018
Cap10Bill Nortman | Aug 28, 2018

Call the Tustin restaurant they are still open

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Do we need a reservation?

A Google User | Aug 28, 2018
Melissa Miranda | Aug 28, 2018

U don't need a reservation

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