When we go for a regular visit to Pismo Beach, we make it a point to try new places, but it works out that we always go back to the Cracked Crab to bask in its atmosphere of warmth and friendship that seems to make...More

After having an In N Out burger earlier, we needed a light dinner. We had the house salad (which is topped with blue crab) and gumbo. Delicious and perfect amount. Live this restaurant! Service was great!

We have traveled from Florida just so we can visit Pismo Beach and eat seafood at this little gem of a restaurant. The food was savory and fresh. Our server Dani was so nice and gave great suggestions. If you’re in Pismo Beach area you...More

1st time trying this restaurant but would have no problem going back again. My husband and I started with steamed mussels which were very good. We then shared the Cioppino for 2 which was a lot of food. I would not order it again because...More

We came here based on great reviews and the food was just ok. We had Abalone which was expensive, but small overcooked and tasteless. Best part was the beautiful shell. My soft-shell crab sandwich was big, but fried and overcooked. My wife's crab salad was...More

The reviews don't lie....this is probably the best clam chowder we have ever had. Staff was very friendly and the vibe is comfortable.

Went there on a recommendation and found it to be as good as they said. Ashlee Hillier runs a fine restaurant with a great crew. The food was well prepared and served hot. The quality and service were as good if not better than we...More

At this friendly place, you aren’t paying for an ocean view, you are paying for fresh crab! We had the shrimp and the Bairdi crab, perfectly accompanied with a bottle of the Peacock chardonnay. Even the corn was delicious..

What a fun place! You dinner is literally dumped on the table and then you get busy shelling and eating some wonderful shell fish along with corn on the cob and potatoes. A bit messy but so worth it.

For late night dining and crab is on your mind, then I say try The Cracked Crab at least one time and you decide. Friendly staff and seaside murals on the wall to captivate you while you guzzle down your beer waiting for your order...More